Gerard "Jerry" F. Pelger, 93, a fixture of downtown Lititz, passed away Tuesday, December 7 at Moravian Manor after living a long, full life. He was born in Lancaster County to the late Edward K. Pelger and Emma M. (Steely) Pelger. Jerry loved engaging in conversation with anybody who took the time to listen. He was a rich source of information regarding who was related to whom and where they lived in the community. Jerry worked various jobs, starting at the Ditzler shoe factory and ending at the Chimney Corner and General Sutter Inn. He looked forward to his retirement days where he could find his spot on Main Street to chat with all the passersby. Surviving is one sister, Mary. E Fry of Yardly, PA, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Charles Cooney and Edward C. Pelger Jr., and two sisters, Anne M. Nuss and A. Blanche Dracoules. Relatives and friends are invited to attend Jerry's Graveside Interment service at Conestoga Memorial Park at 95 2nd Lock Rd, Lancaster on Friday December 11th starting at 10:00 a.m. All are also welcome to attend services following graveside at Spacht-Snyder Funeral Home at 127 S. Broad Street, Lititz, with a visitation starting at 12:00 p.m. and a memorial service at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may send contributions in Jerry's memory to Moravian Manor 300 W. Lemon St, Lititz 17543 where he was lovingly cared for, for over 15 years, or to St. Paul's E.C.C. 2120 Main St, Lititz 17543.