Kenneth G. Dorwart, 89, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully with his devoted wife and family by his side on Tuesday, October 16, 2012.  Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late George and Mary (Trier) Dorwart.  Kenneth was the husband of Doris M. Dorwart with whom he celebrated 17 years of marriage. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Clara (Drum) Dorwart on September 16, 1989.

He was a graduate of McCaskey High School and attended F&M College.  A veteran, Kenneth was in the US Army during WWII and served in the China-Burma-India Theatre.  He worked as a staff engineer at Armstrong World Industries for 45 years.  Kenneth was a life member of the Lincoln Chapter PA Society of Professional Engineers and the American Legion Post 185, Mount Joy.  He was also a member of Highland Presbyterian Church, Alumni of McCaskey High School, and the Lancaster Treasure Hunters Club.  He enjoyed boating, bicycling, horse racing, going to the track and cruising around the world with his beloved wife.

Surviving in addition to his wife, Doris, is a daughter, Deborah D.R. Dandridge, wife of the late Douglas of Lancaster, PA; a son, Donald L. Dorwart, husband of Theresa of Elizabethtown, PA; two brothers: Richard Dorwart, husband of Jeanette and John Dorwart, husband of Sharon; and a sister, Janet Weisser, wife of William.  Kenneth was a proud grandfather of 12 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

A Funeral Service will be held at 10 AM on Saturday, October 20, 2012 at Highland Presbyterian Church, 500 E. Roseville Rd., Lancaster, PA 17601 with Rev. Ted Mingle officiating.  A viewing will be held from 9-10 AM at the church.  Interment will be at Old Zion Church Cemetery, Brickerville, PA immediately following the service.   In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Kenneth's name to the Towne Club of Lancaster Scholarship Fund, care of Dorothy Grove, 104 Camellia Place, Lancaster, Pa. 17601.  To send the family online condolences, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder, Jr.  Funeral Home & Crematory 717-560-5100