Obituaries

Todd B. Hirst, 53

August 02, 2025

Todd B. Hirst, 53, of Lititz, passed away Saturday, August 2, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Ephrata, PA he was the son of the late Rickard Hirst and Shirley (Ludwig) Hirst. He shared over 25 years together with Melita (Klopp) Hirst with over 14 years of marriage.

He was a 1989 graduate of Ephrata High School. Todd worked as a crane operator for Thackray Crane Rental for several years, which he thoroughly enjoyed doing.

Todd was a member of the Rausch Creek Trail Riders Camp where he enjoyed four wheeling and dirt biking. Above all his most cherished times were spent with his family and friends.

He is survived by his children: Mia Hirst and Chet Hirst both of Lititz, Bret Hirst of Ephrata, Todd Hirst Jr, of NJ; two brothers, Eric Hirst husband of Julie of Reinholds and Cory Hirst of Stevens.

Family and friends will be received from 11AM-1PM on Sunday, August 10, 2025, at Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. A private family service will follow. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Todd’s memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1818 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19103.

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August 09, 2025

I am so very sorry for your loss.  Todd and I grew up together and went to school together. I lived on Stevens Road at the top of the hill and Todd lived on Schoeneck. We road the bus together. He was such nice guy. I hadn’t seen him in a few years.  Paula Ford

August 09, 2025

 As we all know Todd excelled as all his endeavors.  He could fix about anything he touched. He loved to tinker and tweak  things, he had to make his stand out. If we were flying a flag on the rig, it had to be bigger and better than every other one around us, and it was.
Todd was the center hub of his family. I know what you meant to him and there wasn’t anything more important to him, than his family.  My heart goes out to all of his family.
I was blessed to have Todd as a partner for the last 10 years of my career. Looking back, It went by way too fast. I’ll never forget the fun we had. I love you Moe. Jimmy Herritt

August 07, 2025

We are so very sorry for your loss. May you find comfort and healing in all your memories of Todd. Sending our heartfelt condolences-Mark and Sherri Pogwist

August 06, 2025

So sorry for your loss!  Sending prayers and comfort for you all!  The Stief family ♥️🙏 Rick and Tammy Stief

August 06, 2025

Todd was like a buddy, brother and dad to me.  I met him through construction.  He taught me how to operate a friction crane.  Years later we even got to run both our P&H 790 on the same jobsite.  I rode ATV and motorcycle with him over the years.  Man he could wheelie his street bike forever!  He was there for me when I was going through some hard times.  But we also did a lot of joking and ego busting.  We both loved anything with a motor.  My heart goes out to anybody in his family.  Such a loss.  Grizz, Greg Burkholder

August 06, 2025

My heart goes out to your family.Todd was my coworker @ Thackray, I’ll always remember Todd as a wonderful person professionally & personally.. I will cherish the memories to have worked alongside Todd.  Raymond Capati

August 06, 2025

Our deepest condolences to all the family, may you always remember the good times. We pray for God’s peace and comfort in the days and years ahead. Jesus wrap your arms around Todd’s loved ones. Robert and Pauline Ludwig
 

August 05, 2025

Sorry for the loss. My condolences go out to the entire family. RIP brother.  Jason Earhart

August 05, 2025

Our hearts are so sad!  Many prayers and love sent to the family. I will forever remember our fun growing up together. 💔  Deb and Todd Adair

August 05, 2025

my deepest sympathies for you and your family. I have so many great memories of riding and working with Todd over the years. I will cherish those great times I had with him. He was one of a kind. Again I am so sorry for your loss. He will truly be missed but not forgot. Sincerely Richard Stevenson

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Sunday, August 10, 2025
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
3110 Lititz Pike
Lititz, PA 17543
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