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January 19, 2026

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Vance N. "Biggie" Spicer, 75, of Lancaster, passed away unexpectedly on January 19, 2026. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late James Spicer and Mary (Rineer) Spicer Heuyard. He was married 54 years to his beloved wife, Deborah A. (Buller) Spicer.

Vance was a 1968 graduate of Hempfield High School. In 1970, he enlisted in the US Marine Corps serving honorably during the Vietnam War and was discharged in 1974. Vance worked as a salesman and eventually general manager for Lancaster Truck Bodies. He had a profound love for cars and hotrods and was a member of the Vagabonds Rod & Custom Club for over 24 years, serving as vice president for over 10 years. He was also a member of the Marine Corps League and participated in Toys for Tots for many years. Vance cherished spending time with his children and grandchildren, supporting them in all of their activities. He also enjoyed dancing, watching the Baltimore Orioles, and was an Eagle Scout. He was a notary public for many years and would do notarizing for older people that couldn't leave their home. He was a member of All Saints Anglican Church in Lancaster, PA.

In addition to Debbie, Vance is survived by 3 children: Robert N. Spicer, Vance J. Spicer (Yvonne Gómez), and Jeanna McEvoy (Colin); 6 grandchildren: Abigail, Daniel, Luke, Connor, Claire, and Cecilia; 2 siblings: Lisa Mayo (Tony) and Wally Spicer (Bev); 2 brothers-in-law: David Buller (Sylvia) and Barry Buller (Vickie); as well as a host of beloved aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by his sister, Jaqueline Yvonne, stepfather, Barton Heuyaard, and father-in-law, Robert "Pap" Buller.

The family will receive guests on Friday, January 23, 2026, from 1-3 PM at Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 441 N George St, Millersville, PA 17551. A memorial service will be held at 3 PM. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial contributions in Vance's name to Toys for Tots , or Hospice & Community Care, 685 Good Drive, Lancaster, PA 17601.

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