Robert E. Resch Sr., 66, of Lancaster PA, entered into rest peacefully at home in the loving care of his wife and son, on Thursday July 13, 2017 after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Lancaster, he was the husband of Cynthia E. Resch with whom he shared 34 years of marriage. Bob was the son of Harry P. Resch and Faye V. Myers Shuman. Bob worked for PPL Electric Utilities Corp. in Lancaster where he retired as a Lineman. He graduated from J.P. McCaskey High School and later received a degree in Marketing from Penn State University. CERT International Christian missions were his passion, he longed to help people all over the world feel the love of Jesus Christ. A few of his memorable mission trips were Peru, Thailand, Mexico, Romania and Africa. In addition to his wife, Cindy, he is survived by his son Robert E. Resch Jr. of Washington DC, sisters, Carolyn, wife of Don Slover and Jane, wife of Patrick M. Egan, sisters-in-law, Patty, wife of Remi Briand, and Lori wife of Steve Roschel. Bob was a loving uncle to many nieces and nephews, Chad, Kerry, Kristen, Kelly, Justine, Shawn, R.J., Jennifer, and Monika. Friends will be received on Saturday July 22, 2017 at Redeemer Lutheran Church 500 Pearl Street, Lancaster PA, from 10:00 – 12:00 followed by a funeral service. Parking will be available at Wheatland Middle School; shuttle service available to the church. A private interment will follow at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to: Hope Lodge of New York, NY https://donate3.cancer.org/?campaign=hopelodgenewyorkcity and Hospice & Community Care of Lancaster https://www.hospiceandcommunitycare.org/