Gordon L. "Butch" Book, 65, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on Thursday, January 10, 2012.

He was the husband of Carol A. Book, with whom he shared 47 years of marriage this past Sept. 18 ^th . Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Gordon L. Sr. and Virginia M. Styer Book.

Gordon had worked as a mechanic for the City of Lancaster for 30 years, retiring in 2013.

He loved auto racing and worked for 34 years as a flagman at Williams Grove Speedway. He also enjoyed camping, going to the shore and spending time with his family and friends.

Gordon was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughter Robin Milostan companion of Doug Parry of Lancaster; his son Jim married to Cindy Book of New Providence; his 5 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother Larry married to Vicky Book of East Petersburg , his sister Vicki married to Paul Sprout of Lancaster, and his sister-in-law, Paula Book of Lancaster. He was preceded in death by his brother, Richard Book and his sister, Karen Reese.

Friends will be received on Tuesday, January 15, 2013 from 10-11AM at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 440 St. Joseph St., Lancaster, PA, with the Mass to follow at 11AM. Interment in Conestoga Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in Gordon's memory to Hospice and Community Care, 685 Good Dr., Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125 or to The Injured Drivers Fund c/o York County Racing Club (YCRC), 568 Yale St., York, PA 17403. To send an online condolence, please visit  SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory 393-9661