Robert C. "Bobby" Mahler, 72, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully at home on December 30, 2012, surrounded by his family members.

He was the husband of Ann K. Sharp Mahler and was born in Lancaster, the son of the late Jacob and Marie Erwin Mahler.

Bobby had worked for the Lancaster County Prison for 17 years, starting as a guard and moving on to the rank of Lt., retiring in 2000.

He served several years in the PA National Guard and Reserves.

He was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church.

Bobby was a true fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish and in his younger years, enjoyed golfing and motorcycle riding.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughters: Debra married to Gary Fusselman of Middletown and Catina Thomas of Mt. Joy; his 6 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren and by his sister, Catherine Harnish of Lititz and his brother James married to Mary Ann "Sis" Mahler of Lancaster. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sons, Robert A. and Charles A. Mahler, his brother, George and his sister, Caroline Weaver.

Friends will be received on Tuesday, January 8, 2012 at the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 414 E. King St., Lancaster, PA from 1030AM until 11AM, with the Memorial Service to follow at 11AM. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in Bobby's memory to the American Diabetes Assn., 3544 N. Progress Ave, Suite101, Harrisburg, PA 17110. To send an online condolence, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory