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Arthur “Art” H. Stoner, Jr., 77

December 26, 2022

Arthur “Art” H. Stoner, Jr., 77, of Lititz, PA passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 26, 2022 while on a holiday cruise. Born in Harrisburg, PA he was the son of the late Arthur and Bertha O’Brine Stoner. Art was the beloved husband to Libby Stoner with whom he shared 58 years of marriage in November.

Art graduated from John Harris High School in 1963. After graduation he started his insurance career with Middle Dept. of Fire Underwriters. Prior to retirement, he was dedicated to his career at Murray Insurance which spanned over 30 years. He always said insurance was in his blood.

Art was a longtime member of St. Peters Lutheran Church where he served on Church Council and Safety Committee. He was past President of ASSE, served with the PA National Guard and past member of the Hamilton Club.

Art enjoyed all aspects of sports whether it was playing, watching or coaching. He was a true Pittsburgh Steelers and Philadelphia Phillies fan.

He was a loving father to his sons: David husband of Annette of Ohio, Christopher husband of Leslie of Georgia and Michael husband of Valerie of Lancaster. He was extremely proud of his granddaughters Megan and Abbie and step-grandsons Nick and Matt.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11AM on Friday, January 6, 2023 at the Charles F. Snyder, Jr. Funeral Home and Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. Family and friends will be received from 10AM until the time of service. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Parkinson’s Research or St. Peters Evangelical Lutheran Church, 10 Delp Road, Lancaster, PA 17601.

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February 08, 2023

I just received the math resources and calculator here at Northview Academy in Kodak, Tennessee.  First of all, please accept our condolences for your loss.  It sounds like your husband was a great man.  Thank you so much for the donations.  I have a student in mind who can use the calculator.  She is enrolled in our Dual Credit Statistics course and is having to borrow a calculator.  She plans on attending East Tennessee State University and major in history.  She will be very thankful for this.  God bless you and your family.  

January 27, 2023

Libby, Chuck and I were so sorry to hear of the passing of Art. We just recently found out about it. We always enjoyed his and your friendship and the love we shared with your mother, Betty.   Our prayers are with you and your family.   Judy and Chuck Wiley

January 13, 2023

Dear Libby, I was so sorry to hear of Art’s passing. Such good memories of our days in high school and it was always great to see you at our reunions. You are in my thought and prayers. Fondly, Barb Wood Spellman

January 09, 2023

Libby, So sorry for your unexpected loss. Art will be missed by everyone who knew him. Enjoyed talking sports with him and learning about his John Harris football days and the book he was writing. Deepest sympathies from Glenda and I.
Bill and Glenda Greiner
 
 

January 09, 2023

Libby, just noticed this in the online version of the paper.  Very sorry for your loss.  My deepest sympathies.Brian G.(from the frontier days)

January 06, 2023

Libby and family 
Pam and I were so sorry to learn of Art’s Passing . Although we have known you and Art for just a few short years as a TOA Neighbor, we have fond memories of Art and his coaching us on our first Bocce Ball Team.  May God give you the peace that you seek .
Chuck and Pam Barby  

January 06, 2023

I remember him trying to teach my how to play poker one night in the clubhouse! He will be missed. Peace and prayers to all. Sue and Bill Houck

January 04, 2023

So sorry to learn of Art’s passing. My brother, Joe, was in his class at Harris. It’s been many years since I last saw Art, but those of us who grew up in Shipoke will always share a bond. Blessings and prayers for Art’s family. 
Ruth Ann Egresitz Weirich

January 04, 2023

Libby, so sorry for your loss. Art was always one of the good guys at Harris. I always looked forward to seeing you both at our reunions. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family. 💔🙏🙏 Dottie Parra

January 04, 2023

Thoughts and prayers to each of you. Constance Barner

January 04, 2023

Dear Libby and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Art was such a good man and all of us “Frontier Girls” loved him. Libby, if there is anything you need please let me know. Love, Sue

January 04, 2023

Libby and Stoner Family,
Our sincere condolences on his passing. Thinking of you and asking God to watch over you and surround you in the warmth of His love during this difficult time. Grant Van Eck

January 04, 2023

My sincere sympathy Libby to you and your family on Art’s passing. He was a special member of the Decade of Champions of which he was very proud. Rich Fick and I ( along with your granddaughter ) had been working with him on the story of his senior year football season at Harris. At the appropriate time , I’d like to connect with you and make sure that project( if it has not been)  is completed as a tribute to Art.  Mike Davis

January 04, 2023

I was very sorry to hear of Art’s passing. I will miss our conversations on many subjects. Condolences to his family. John Palko

January 04, 2023

Libby and family
Hard to believe that Artie passed away. Fond memories of the long time baseball fantasy league will remain with me forever. Also, the yearly dinners when grown men could act like children will be special. May memories of your life together kept you at peace. Gary and Apri

January 04, 2023

Art was a super guy!  I loved working with him at Murray and hearing his stories.  We had such a “team” spirit that was contagious.  I always looked forward to his email that he sent on Flag Day each year.  I  still have one of them saved and look at when June 14th rolls around each year.  I’m sorry to hear of Art’s passing.  He was one of the greats!  My condolences to his family.  
Kristin Adams

January 04, 2023

Libby, So sorry to hear of the passing of Art.  I have many fond memories of past times at Murray and gatherings during that time.
 

January 04, 2023

My deepest sympathy goes out to Libby, his sons and their family.  Art was one of the nicest men I knew in high school. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Sharon Peoples

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Lititz, PA 17543
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