Jay M. Stauffer, born Feb. 21, 1951, entered into the presence of his loving Heavenly Father on April 10, 2024. He was the eldest child of Roy W. Stauffer, Jr. and Anna Mary Martin Stauffer who preceded him in death.

He was the husband of Janice L. (Sollenberger) Stauffer, with whom he spent 52 happy years. They have two daughters: Tanya (who preceded him in death) (Mark) Whiteman, Oxford, PA. and Kimberly (Joel) Ernst, East Petersburg, PA.; four grandchildren: Allysen and Evan Whiteman and Julia and James Ernst who were the delight of his life the moment he first held them. Also surviving are his siblings: Jere (Jo L. Miller) Stauffer, Jeffrey (Sandra Weaver) Stauffer, Joann (James, Jr.) Mellinger and siblings in law: D. Jean (David) Sentz, Gretta (John) Groff, Earl (Gwendolyn) Sollenberger.

He was employed by Stauffers of Kissel Hill, Wissler Motors and D&L Growers supplies.

His interests were diversified. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, boating and traveling. He valued being spiritually challenged at Calvary Church, especially in his ABF and at men's Bible Study.

A viewing will be held Monday, April 15, 2024 at Calvary Church, 1051 Landis Valley Rd, Lancaster, PA 17601 from 6pm to 8pm. An additional viewing will be held Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at Calvary Church from 2pm to 3pm with a service to begin at 3:30pm. Burial will be held at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Jay's memory may be made to Global Ministries through Calvary Church.