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Grace Hatton, 89
September 06, 2025
Grace Hatton, 89, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on September 6, 2025.
Born on July 25, 1936, in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Jonathan and Elmira Tompkins. Grace began her career as a registered nurse and dedicated nearly 40 years to the labor and delivery department at Lancaster General Hospital. Known for her strong will and natural caregiving spirit, she earned the nickname “the sarge” for keeping her colleagues punctual and organized.
In 1957, Grace married Robert Hatton, with whom she shared a quiet and devoted life until his passing in 2002. She enjoyed reading and valued time spent at home with her family.
Grace is survived by her daughter Carolyn Harter and husband Jim of Manheim; her son Eric Hatton of Lancaster; granddaughter Megan Renee Delp and husband Josh; two great-grandchildren, Waylon and Zachary; and her brother Jonathan Tompkins.
She was preceded in death by her husband Robert; her parents; and siblings Jean, Joan, Colette, Danny, and Linda.
A graveside service will be held on Friday at 1:00 PM at Conestoga Memorial Park where she will be laid to rest alongside her husband.
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September 10, 2025
It is with such sadness that I read of Grace’s passing. We shared such memorable moments in L&D. She was in charge and kept everything going like a well oiled machine. Those glasses up and down. All those decisions she made. She was truly respected by many and had valued opinions. She was a LGH dedicated employee even through some rough patches. She was missed the day after her retirement by many. All the mothers and babies she cared for and looked over and out for. She was a true nurse and it is with heavy heart that reading this brings back so many memories of better times that were shared by many. Bless her for being Grace. Hilde
September 10, 2025
Aunt Grace will forever be in my heart. I miss her voice and her laugh. She was an amazing person who was always there when I needed her. I was blessed to have her in my life. My heart is with everyone in the family and I know the God welcomed her to heaven to be back with her brother and sisters that all were gone too soon. I love you Aunt Grace. Traci Williams
September 09, 2025
My thoughts and prayers are with her family. I can still see her smile and hear her laugh and loved her more than she probably knew.
Love, Cindy Langhorst (Colette’s daughter)
September 09, 2025
We loved Aunt Grace very much. My deepest empathy for your loss. She is with God and her family now.
Love
Melinda Norman
- Services
- Friday, September 12, 2025
- 1:00 PM
- Conestoga Memorial Park
- 95 2nd Lock Rd
- Lancaster, PA 17603
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