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Dale Alan Whiskeyman, 81

June 08, 2025

Dale Alan Whiskeyman, 81, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully and of natural causes after a brief illness on June 8, 2025. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Calvin and Emma (Kacelovicz) Whiskeyman. He was married 60 years to his beloved wife, Donna Ann (Consylman) Whiskeyman.

Dale was a graduate of J.P. McCaskey High School and worked as a plant control operator for PPL. He was proud of his service in the US Army National Guard. A devout Catholic, he was a longtime parishioner of St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church and was a 4th degree Knight in the Knights of Columbus. Dale was extremely hardworking, loved his family dearly, and had a deep faith.

In addition to his wife, Dale is survived by 2 daughters: Shelly Lynn Weidinger (John) and Julie Ann Whiskeyman (Tony); 3 grandchildren: Ashley N. Conlin (Amanda), Nick R. Weidinger (Willow), and Nate M. Weidinger; 2 great-granddaughters: Kali M. and Laci R. Weidinger; and his cat, Chloe. He was predeceased by his brothers Kenneth N. and Calvin B. Whiskeyman.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, June 13, 2025, at 11 AM at St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church, 2111 Millersville Pike, Lancaster, PA 17603. The family will receive guests beginning at 10 AM. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial contributions in Dale’s name to St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church.

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August 24, 2025

Dear Donna and family.   Our sincere condolences for your loss.   I  apologize for not finding about Dale’s passing sooner.    I just talked with him this spring while he was walking by our house.   Seems like yesterday I saw him tinkering in his garage…
Love and prayers for your family. 
The McMahan family…

June 15, 2025

ALWAYS A GOOD LAUGH,AS HARD AS WE TRIED AT TIMES TO BE SERIOUS,HARD TO TELL WHEN WE WERE,DALE MADE 12HR SHIFTS ,MANAGEABLE,GOOD BUDDY TO BE ON BACKSHIFT WITH,MANY,MANY,YRS AROUND THAT MAN,,,IT WAS GREAT,,,,R.I.P…OLE BOY
MIKE BACHMAN

June 14, 2025

I worked with Dale at PPL for 40 years…we were like a family. Dale was always a hard worker, the voice of reason and a man of his word. It was a privilege to call him “friend.” Our prayers are with Donna and the family.
Gary & Nancy Sterner

June 13, 2025

I was so sorry to see of Dales passing. I only saw it in the newspaper today 6/13. He was a funny guy. Always had a joke and ready to make you laugh. 
Lisa Hardy

June 13, 2025

My thoughts & prayers for the family. I had many fun years working with Dale. May he rest in peace.
William Kennedy

June 12, 2025

To Donna and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Dale’s passing and want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers. As former neighbors and friends for over 50 years, it’s always hard to lose people in our lives.
With our sincerest sympathy,
John and Nancy Straw 

June 12, 2025

I worked with Dale at PPL. He always had a smile and a humorous attitude. Prayers and condolences to the family. R.I.P Dale. 
Ronald H. Paul

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Friday, June 13, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church
2111 Millersville Pike
Lancaster, PA 17603
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2111 Millersville Pike
Lancaster, PA 17603
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