Katheryn Yerger, 78, passed away at the Mennonite Home in Lancaster on October 4, 2010, at age 78.  Born in Newark, NJ and raised in Scarsdale, NY, she lived most of her life in Lancaster County. She graduated from Linden Hall in Lititz where she built lifetime friendships and was a supporting alumni member throughout her life.

Kathy retired from the cartographic offices of R. R. Donnelley where she actively lead the Donnelley Club in its early years; arranging numerous tours to introduce others to her favorite city, New York. An accomplished bridge player, Kathy enjoyed the game throughout her life as well as being an avid gardener and golfer. She also loved the beach and was well traveled abroad. During the holidays she enjoyed making decorations, crafts, and baking, especially at Christmas. In an era when women weren't taught to be independent she lived her life on her own terms in her own way.

She is survived by her children, Mark and Leslie, as well as a brother Elliott residing in El Paso, Texas, a granddaughter Aimee, and great-grandson Donovan.

A Memorial Service is being held at Grandview United Methodist Church, 888 Pleasure Rd., Lancaster, PA, on Friday October 22 at 11 AM. The family will receive friends at the church from 10:30 to 11 AM. Donations can be made to Hospice of Lancaster County, PO Box 4125, Lancaster PA 17604-4125. To send online condolences please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, Lititz, PA 717-560-5100