Aaron Esh, 84

July 02, 2017

Aaron Esh, of Calvary Homes, Lancaster (formerly of Gordonville) passed away on July 2, 2017 at the age of 84.

Born in 1932, he was the son of Jonathan Fisher Esh and Salomie Smoker Esh. Aaron is survived by his wife, Gladys Swinehart Esh to whom he was married for 61 years. He is also survived by three children, Wanda, married to Brian Gregg, Carl Esh married to Patti, David Esh married to Pam; 6 grandchildren Andrea, Brandi, Nate, Erin, Zachary and Jana Beth; 11 great grandchildren and 3 step great grandchildren. Aaron was preceded in death by 6 siblings Daniel S. Esh, Barbara Fisher, Arie S. Lapp, Amos S. Esh, Mary S. Fisher, and Jonas S. Esh. He is survived by two sisters Annie Lapp, Ronks and Sadie Fisher, Gordonville. He is also survived by his loyal friend, Les Miller.

Aaron was born and raised in the Old Order Amish Faith. At age 21 he enlisted in the Army where he served 3 years in Korea fighting for our country, part of which was spent assigned to the 3rd Infantry Brigade. He was self-employed for most of his career and later retired from Red Rose Transit in 1996, after 16 years of service.

He was a member of Faith Church in Lancaster and attended church services at Calvary Homes. He held many volunteer positions over his lifetime, including volunteering for Gordonville Fire and Ambulance Association, Salvation Army, and Calvary Homes. He was a founding member of the Alley Oop Hunting Camp in Lycoming County. He loved dogs and enjoyed “dogsitting” for friends, family and residents of Calvary Homes. He also enjoyed carving and was a member of the York carving club. He was a man of great faith and cared very much for his family and country.

A celebration of Aaron’s life will take place 2 PM, Friday, July 7, 2017 in the Fellowship Hall at Calvary Fellowship Homes, with Chaplain Kevin M. Brown, Sr. officiating. Aaron’s family will greet friends immediately following the celebration. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Calvary Fellowship Homes Benevolent Fund, 502 Elizabeth Dr., Lancaster, PA 17601 or to Caring Hospice Services, 101 Good Dr., Lancaster, 17603.