Obituaries
Kathryn K. “Kay” Lingle, 77
November 29, 2025
Kathryn K. “Kay” Lingle, 77, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of A. Clair and Elizabeth Pontz Kessler. Kay was the loving wife of Daniel T. Lingle and They would have observed 56 years of marriage this January. She was a proud graduate from Conestoga Valley High School and later went on to obtain her master’s degree in special education from Millersville University. Kay’s love for education took her to Lancaster and Lebanon IU13 where she helped write the curriculum for both the Pre-School and adolescents. She was a faithful member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Lancaster, where she was very active in the church archives.
Kay had a deep interest in history and was a living historian and reenactor. She arranged foreign tours and was the social coordinator for the entire family gatherings and friends’ group parties, large or small, and was always expected to bring chips and wine. The Fulton Opera House was where she volunteered for a great portion of her time. She had a great love for music and was a talented saxophone player in the CVHS, Malta, and Millersville University Bands. Her family remembers her for her big heart, the patience she showed with others, and her selflessness, and especially her intense love for Wendy and endless persistence that Wendy be treated fairly.
Surviving, in addition to her husband, Dan, is their daughter, Wendy Lingle. Also surviving cousins and extended family. She was preceded in death by a cousin “Billy”, her parents and her brother, Robert Kessler.
A memorial service for Kathryn will be held on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 31 South Duke Street, Lancaster, PA 17602 at 3:00 PM. Friends may visit with the family from 2:00 PM until the time of service. Interment will be in the adjoining church memorial garden. Those desiring may send memorial contributions in Kay’s memory to Trinity Lutheran Church, 31 South Duke Street, Lancaster, PA 17602. To send the family online condolences please visit: www.snyderfuneralhome.com.
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Condolences to the Family
January 09, 2026
I was both surprised and saddened to read of Kay’s recent passing. She was a classmate of mine at Conestoga Valley, class of 1966. My memory of Kay is that she always had a smile and was a good organizer. My heartfelt condolences to the Lingle family. Laima Kristina Carlisle
January 08, 2026
Dan and Wendy,
I am so sorry to learn on K’s passing. She was such a sweet soul and all the IU kids who had her as a teacher benefitted greatly. I will remember her fondly as a friend and fellow teacher and for our post retirement breakfast get togethers.
Sincerely, Jane Nauman
January 04, 2026
Dear Dan and Wendy,
We are sorry to learn of Kay’s passing. The most memorable time of my career was sharing the open classroom at Price Elementary with Kay. Your friendship over the years has meant a great deal to Ed and me. Our thoughts are sincerely with you and Wendy. Kay was a great support, wonderful colleague, and good friend.
Ed and Barb Beakley
IU 13, MU, CVSD, Homestead Village and all of the times we have shared.
January 04, 2026
Kay’s passing is certainly a loss to the community. I had the pleasure of working with her on various projects over the years. Take care,
Molly Henderson
December 18, 2025
Chris told me of Kay’s passing. Been there. So sorry to hear of her passing to next realm. Dan, my sympathies are with you and your family. Keep in touch. Alvin Herner
December 18, 2025
Dear Dan,
I have just heard of Kay’s decease, and I want to extend to you and yours my deepest sympathies on your loss. I’ve been there, and I can tell you by experience about the love and concern of “church family” people, along with others, for persons in grief.
I wish you God’s warmest support at this difficult time., along with the support of friends current and of past years such as I. The good news, among others, is that your memories of Kay will become more and more blessed as time passes.
Peace.
Dr. Karl E. Moyer
December 14, 2025
My son and I want to extend our condolences. We were so sorry to hear about Mrs. Lingle’s passing! Mike was in her class at Price Elementary, many years ago. He has many fond memories of her, and her class!- Carol and Mike Eshleman
December 14, 2025
I had the great privilege of working with Kay at IU13. She was a truly great teacher no matter the age group. Believe she really shone when she taught diagnostic kindergarten and provided families with support and hope thru her own experiences. Positive, optimistic, kind and wise. Dan and Wendy, Im so sorry. She was and will always be exceptional.
Linda Gerhart
December 12, 2025
Dan and Wendy you have my prayers and sympathy. I have known Kay since kindergarten and have such good memories of her. She touched a lot of lives in a positive way and left a legacy of sincere humble love and caring. We will miss her. Jean Niemeyer
December 11, 2025
Dan, I was so sorry to hear of Kay’s passing. In the short time that i knew her, she impressed me by her kindness, friendleness and smile.
Carol Liebl
Homestead Village
December 11, 2025
We are deeply saddened to hear of Kay’s passing! We will miss her Friendship and her passion for teaaching those with disabilities.
John and Nancy Snoke
December 10, 2025
Dear Dan and Wendy, I am so sorry for your loss. Kay was so kind to me and I always enjoyed talking to her. I hope our Lord will hold you in His loving, everlasting arms and give you comfort and peace. With symphathy and love, Kay Kneisley
December 10, 2025
My sympathies go out to Dan and Wendy. It’s strange as second cousins we generally met volunteering at the Fulton or Lanc Symphony lately and enjoyed reminiscing about the good old days. She will be missed for her care of family and friends.
Judy Harding
December 10, 2025
Sending our sincere sympathy to Dan and Wendy. She was a great wife and mom. Kay was a valued Civil War reenactor who we knew for over 25 years and we were proud to be her friend. She was very friendly, kind, helpful and fun to be around. We will miss her dearly.
Janice and Tom Grove
December 10, 2025
Dan and Wendy, you are in my thoughts and prayers. I have many fond memories of Kay and you, Dan, with Opera Workshop. My deepest sympathy,
Jean Nikolaus
December 07, 2025
Our sincerest sympathy to Dan and Wendy.
Kay was such a sweet lady that I’ve known over 50 years. Always helpful to my sister Sarah and Kay’s brother Bob. Such a great wife and amazing mother to Wendy.
Kay will be missed, but she is now at peace.
Mark and Martha Clark
December 06, 2025
We can’t believe that Kay, the faithful friend, choir member, and archivist at Trinity, is gone from our midst. She was a gem at organization and participation in all the many causes she championed. We will miss her greatly. Our sincere sympathy to Dan and Wendy.
Peter and Jane Brown
