Mary O. Bleecher, 86, of Lancaster, died at Conestoga View on Wednesday, December 22, 2010. Her husband Franklin H. Bleecher, Sr. died in 1974. She was born in Lancaster to the late Harry and Mabel Fox Templeton. A homemaker, Mary was an avid Phillies fan and she loved spending time with her family.

Surviving are 4 children, Franklin H., Jr., husband of Sandra Cain Bleecher, Strasburg, Donald E., husband of Sara Bleecher, Lancaster and Russell N., husband of Dottie McCauley Bleecher and Tina L., wife of Carm Amaro both of Quarryville; 8 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren and her sister Bessie Amour of Lancaster. Mary was predeceased by 7 siblings.

A Graveside Service (casual attire requested) will be held Tuesday, December 28, 2010 at 11 AM in Mellinger Mennonite Cemetery, 1916 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA. Please omit flowers. Contributions can be made in Mary's memory to the Resident Council Fund of Conestoga View, 900 East King St., Lancaster, PA 17602. To send the family online condolences, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory 717-393-9661