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Benjamin “Ben” E. Greenawalt, 96
January 07, 2020
Benjamin “Ben” E. Greenawalt, 96, of Lancaster, went to be with his Lord and savior on Tuesday, January 7, 2020 peacefully and surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Donegal Township, he was the son of the late Alpha M. (Eberly) and Albert A. Greenawalt. He was the loving husband to the late Esther (Evans) who passed in 2003. He was a loving father to Mary, married to John Hallman of Phoenixville and Martha married to Mark Reigle of York PA.
Ben had a brilliant and well-educated mind. After graduating from Eckels School of Mortuary Science in 1946 he was employed by L. Clayton Overly in Bird in Hand. He retired from S. Clyde Weaver after 42 years of service and also served on Weaver’s Board of Directors. He assisted Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home and Crematory for over 20 years after retirement. Ben was a proud veteran of the US Army. He served as an aide to General Westmoreland.
Ben was a member of Lancaster Church of the Brethren, where he was highly involved teaching Sunday School, being a deacon, and volunteering in many other roles for over half of his life. Ben was a modest and gracious man who lived a generous life. He was well-known for volunteering for many organizations, including Meals on Wheels, Brethren Village and Lancaster Church of the Brethren. He enjoyed hiking and fishing at his cabin in Shubert. He and his family loved to travel and valued their visits to Ocean City, NJ. Most of all Ben cherished spending time with his family. He will be remembered for his humble and supportive heart by all who knew him.
Ben was a loving, caring, and generous grandfather “Pop Pop ” to 3 grandchildren: Rebecca Miller, married to Luke of York, Laura Lash of York and Andrew Hallman, married to Kimberly Lantzy of Phoenixville, as well as 2 great-grandchildren Benjamin “Little Ben” and Zöe. He was preceded in death by his 6 siblings.
There will be a viewing to receive friends on Wednesday, January 15, 2020 from 6-8pm at the Charles F. Snyder, Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory 3110 Lititz Pk. Lititz, PA. 17543. Additionally, friends will be received on Thursday, January 16, 2020 from 10am to 11am at the funeral home followed by a memorial service, officiated by Reverend Calvin Wenger. Interment will be private at Conestoga Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Ben’s honor to Lancaster Church of the Brethren, 1601 Sunset Ave, Lancaster, PA 17601 , The Water Street Mission, 210 S Prince St, Lancaster, PA 17603 or Hospice and Community Care, 685 Good Dr., Lancaster, PA 17601.
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January 21, 2020
Ben was a very good man who will be missed.
Jim Kneisley
January 16, 2020
Martha and Mary – Sorry we were unable to attend the services for your father on Wed. evening and Thurs morning. You know we love your family. Your father was a wonderful and kind man. Our thoughts and prayers will continue for you.
Love, Jim & Jeanne Heck
January 15, 2020
Years ago I worked with Ben at the Snyder Funeral Home. We had many good conversations about life in general. He was awesome.
Mark Oellig
January 13, 2020
Dear Martha and Mary, I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. What a special, caring man he was! I remember him as a little girl in the shop in East Petersburg. He would give me a slice of sweet bologna. I worked with him at Central Market a few times and he was always kind and pleasant to all the customers and clerks. We also attended Lancaster Church of the Brethren. My Dad, Hiram Royer and I visited him at his Brethren Village apartment, room, and Courtyard. He would say he didn’t know why God didn’t take him yet…..now he is with God and your mother. I will always have special memories of him….as I know you do too….cherish them. I am sorry we cannot attend his service on Thursday. You will be in my thoughts. May God give you comfort and peace during this time of sorrow. Donna Royer Lunger
January 12, 2020
My sincere condolences and sympathy to the Greenawalt family. I have many good memories of Ben from our earlier years and family gatherings.
Phil Collins
January 12, 2020
To Mary & Martha: What a wonderful father you have had. I remember Ben as a man of integrity, pleasant and a smile! It was a joy to work with him for close to 20 years. May God comfort you. Your dad was a fine man. My condolences to you all. ~Mary Ann (Landis) Ogburn
January 11, 2020
Thinking & praying for you and family. I am so happy I did learnto know him is his ealioer years. Always had a snile. You will miss him but I know he will forever be in your heart. Love & hugs Aunt Betty
January 11, 2020
Dear Martha, Mary and families, So sorry to see this news. Your dad was an amazing person and I will always rmember his great smile! May you find comfort, love and peace in your many years of precious memories. Love, Beth and Tim Staker
January 10, 2020
Dear Martha, Mary and Families,
The Printed obituary was well-written and said what I wanted to say in a sympathy note to you. Our acquaintance with Ben has been long and honored by us. It was a privilege to know him and your Mother.
Please accept our sympathy as you say your earthly “Good-byes”. May your faith, your cherished memories, and the support of many friends comfort you and give you peace and strength!
Sincerely, Joyce and Rich Bohn
- Visitation
- Wednesday, January 15, 2020
- 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
- 3110 Lititz Pike
- Lititz, PA 17543
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- Thursday, January 16, 2020
- 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
- 3110 Lititz Pike
- Lititz, PA 17543
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- Thursday, January 16, 2020
- 11:00 AM
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- 3110 Lititz Pike
- Lititz, PA 17543
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