Raymond L. Kerchner, 83, of Lancaster, Pa died Sunday night, October 31, 2010 at Conestoga View. Born in York, he was the son of the late Monroe and Margaret Resh Kerchner. Raymond was the husband of Doris A. Shelley Kerchner and they celebrated 65 years of marriage on August 15, 2010.

Raymond was retired from H.E. Fortna after 35 years of service in sales. He was a member of Leola United Methodist Church where he sang in the choir, served as Sunday School Superintendent and helped with the Youth Group.

He served in the Merchant Marine, from December 7, 1941 to December 31, 1946.

Surviving besides his wife are four children: Robert L. husband of Lois Kerchner, New Holland, PA, Donald E. husband of Sharon, Lebanon, CT, Gary L. husband of Cynthia Kerchner, Leola, PA, Yvonne M. wife of Paul Geib, Lancaster, PA., seven grandchildren,

seven great grandchildren and a brother, Morris husband of Sara Kerchner, York, PA.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Morgan Kerchner.

A Funeral Service will be held at Leola United Methodist Church, 7 W. Main Street, Leola, Pa on Friday, November 5, 2010 at 11:00 AM. Entombment will be in Conestoga Memorial Park, Lancaster. There will be a viewing at the church from 10-11:00AM on Friday. Contributions may be made in Raymond's memory to the Leola United Methodist Church. To send online condolences, please visit snyderfuneralhome.com. Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory. !-717-393-9661