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Virginia K. “Ginny” Gerhart, 69

July 07, 2025

Virginia K. “Ginny” Gerhart, 69, of Lititz, passed away on July 7, 2025.

She was the wife of Karl D. Gerhart, with whom she shared 47 years of marriage this past August. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late William G. Kauffman and Kay L. (Neff) Kauffman Dize.

Ginny had been a homemaker, and in years past, she had worked for First Federal Savings from 1974 to 1985 as well as other banking institutions.
An active member of St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, she was involved in the Bible Study group, the Prayer Chain, and the Book Club.

Ginny enjoyed spending time in Florida, watching her kids and grandkids’ activities, reading, playing cards and dining out with family and friends.

She is survived by her husband, Karl; her children, both of York: David Gerhart and his wife Holly Gerhart and Rebecca Gerhart and her husband Stephen Koullias; her beloved grandchildren Lillian and Benjamin; her siblings: William “Bill” Kauffman, Dorothy Kauffman, and Russell “Andy” Kauffman; and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, and several other “sons/daughters” who called her Mama G. She was preceded in death by her children Andrew and Jennifer, and her brother, Michael Kauffman.

Friends will be received by Ginny’s family on Sunday, July 13, 2025 from 6-8PM at St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 10 Delp Rd. Lancaster, PA 17601 and again on Monday, July 14, 2025 from 10:30AM-12Noon, with the Memorial Service to follow at 12Noon. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in her memory to St. Peter’s Lutheran Church at the above address or to the Lancaster County Food Hub, 812 North Queen St., Lancaster, PA 17603.

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Condolences to the Family

July 11, 2025

Beloved. That is the one word that stands out to me. Sweet Aunt Ginny you will be missed tremendously by so many! Go rest high on that mountain, until we see you again someday. 😇  Kristin Kauffman

July 10, 2025

I work with Jenny at first federal
 
 
I worked with Jenny in 1974 through 1976 at first federal and loan. We ran into each other a couple years back and she was at the teller at my bank. We caught up with each other. I enjoy seeing her with her kids and grandkids. She was a lovely lady. My prayers and condolences for Karl on the family.
Williams Eileen Henehan

July 10, 2025

You reached heaven before me hope to see you there dear friend.  Sad for Karl, and your family.  My heart goes out to them. GOD BLESS YOU ♥️ 
Josephine Tietbohl

July 10, 2025

I was so sad to hear of the passing of “momma” Gerhart.  She was one special lady!  Keeping everyone in my thoughts and prayers.
Jeff Wolfe

July 10, 2025

Does not seem possible your gone..I pick up my phone a hundred times to text you. I pray for your family especially Ben and Lily whom you loved so dearly.   I pray you found your other babies up there in heaven and your holding them close. 
Carol Sullivan

July 10, 2025

May the special memories you made together help you through this difficult time. I am saddened to hear about the passing of Ginny. Please accept my deepest condolences.  I have special memories working with Ginny at First Federal. Sending healing prayers to you Karl and your family.  Rená Geist

July 10, 2025

Karl and Family,  I was so sad to see that Ginny had passed.  I have many great memories working with her at First Federal.  Praying for all of you at this difficult time.    Peggy Fischer

July 09, 2025

I’m so sorry for your loss. Please know I’m thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. I am here if you need anything. Orlando Cleaves

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Sunday, July 13, 2025
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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10 Delp Road
Lancaster , Pennsylvania 17601
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Monday, July 14, 2025
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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10 Delp Road
Lancaster , Pennsylvania 17601
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12:00 PM
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Lancaster , Pennsylvania 17601
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