Joseph G. Fliss

Joseph G. Fliss, 101, of Lancaster, passed away on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at the Masonic Home of Elizabethtown. Born in Minersville, he was the son of Stanley and Anna Fliss.

In 1950, Joseph married Nellie Yohe, who predeceased him in 2018.

Joseph's military career began in 1943 when he joined the United States Army Air Force as a military police officer. He served in this capacity until 1951. Subsequently, he transitioned to a career with the Pennsylvania State Police where he dedicated 14 years of service. In 1963, Joseph started the police department for East Hempfield and ultimately became the first chief of police in East Hempfield, a position he held until his retirement. After retirement, he worked for Weis Markets for 20 years until retiring again. A job he said he enjoyed most out of them all.

Joseph was a lector and eucharistic minister at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church for 26 years, and eucharistic minister at St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church for 20 years. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and was a past Grand Knight.

Joseph is survived by his son Joseph Fliss, Jr. (Roxanne) of Cassville; his daughter Debbie Greenawalt (Tim) of Lancaster; 4 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

A viewing will be held from 10-11 AM on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 441 N George St, Millersville, PA 17551. A funeral service will begin at 11 AM. Interment will follow at St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery with military honors.

In lieu of sending flowers, please consider memorial contributions in Joseph's name to Masonic Village Compassionate Care Fund, Office of Mission Advancement and Development, 1 Masonic Drive, Elizabethtown, PA 17022.