David DeGuire, 82, of Lancaster, PA passed away peacefully from this world, but not without a good 'ol fight, with his family by his side on Sunday, June 26, 2016 at the Lebanon VA Hospital. Dave was born in Appleton, WI on November 27, 1933, a son of Dewy and Catherine (Giesbers) DeGuire.

Dave was a graduate of Appleton West High School. He served in the United States Army from 1956-1958. He was employed in the Appleton Paper Industry where he held various jobs, including an electrician. Dave then joined the Appleton Police Department until he relocated to Lancaster, PA in 1975. Dave was a hard working man, employed in the maintenance department at LGH, the security department at St. Joseph's Hospital and a bus driver for Red Rose Transit Authority, and finally a dispatcher at RRTA until his retirement.

Dave is survived by Lena DeGuire; two children, David DeGuire, Jr. husband of Fabiana of Jackson, Mississippi and Catherine DeGuire wife of Robert Allen of Lancaster, PA; grandson David L. DeGuire: sibling Joyce (Jim) Arcieri, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceding Dave in death are his parents, brothers, Carl, Glenn, and Bill; sisters Geneva Dixon and Rosemary Bandy.

In his retirement, Dave enjoyed spending time with his family, whom he adored, managing investments and always helping others. Dave had an enthusiasm for life, helping and caring about others whenever possible. He never missed an opportunity to watch the Green Bay Packers and St. Louis Cardinals. Dave was a trustworthy, caring man who will be missed by all.

A Viewing will be held from 10-11AM followed by the Funeral Service at 11AM on Friday, July 1, 2016 at the Charles F. Snyder, Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. Interment in Millwood Mennonite Cemetery with military honors. Kindly omit flowers. Memorial contributions in Dave's memory may be made to Hospice & Community Care, 685 Good Dr, PO Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125.