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Bernard L. Smith, 82

October 15, 2021

Bernard ” Barney” L. Smith, 82, of Lancaster, passed away on October 15th, 2021.

He was the husband of Regina A. DiPietro Smith and was formerly married to the late Rosalie Kreider Smith and was the son of the late Dr. Donald Hebble Smith and the late Bernice Long Smith Miller.

Barney, as he was known, was born on Valentine’s Day and had worked at Yellow Freight for 20 years. He was a proud US Army veteran, serving with the 82nd Airborne from 1959 to 1961. In his younger years, he sang with the St. James Episcopal boys choir. As an adult, he had a beautiful head- turning baritone voice. Barney was a charming and charismatic man. He was always the life of the party and the first one on the dance floor. He became instant friends with strangers and had a strong faith in God. His favorite pastime was to spend time with family in Ocean City, NJ.

in addition to his wife, he is survived by his three children: Melissa Smith of Lancaster, Cauleen Staley of Denver, CO, Alisha Heller of Miami, FL, his two grandchildren Connor and Cameron Staley, and his sister Sanda Maurer Weller of Macungie.

A military service will be held on Friday, November 5th at 10:30 am at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery.

The family formally invites you to join them on November 8th, 2021 at Pepper Theo Cafe in Lancaster Theological Seminary from 12 – 3pm for a celebration of Barney’s life. In lieu of flowers please make contributions in Barney’s memory to Disabled American Veterans Service Trust.

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September 27, 2022

My sincere condolances to Regina & family. Barney & Regina were customers at the pharmacy I worked at, and I always looked forward to talking with them. Barney was always so kind and generous with the compliments.

May 25, 2022

Regarding Barney Smith: I am the writer of the Condolence Message dated/posted October 30, 2021
 
Larry Jones

October 30, 2021

I was saddened to learn of Barney’s passing. My sincere condolences to Regina and daughters Melissa, Cauleen and Alisha.
Barney and I were friends and classmates through Elementary, Hand Jr. High and McCaskey High School. Barney was admired and respected by all. During the Fall Seasons of our Hand Jr High yrs., we would ride our bikes to school. Barney had a unique black 5-speed English (racing style) bike,..it was the “Rolls-Royce” of bikes. In those chilly early morning school days, Barney would stop at my house, to be joined with 2 of our other friends and together, would bike about a mile to school.
Barney was a popular trend-setter of clothing & hair style of our 1954-55 (Rock & Roll) era…Peg-pants, blue suede shoes and suede belts. Everone, including myself, copied Barney’s style.
During the summers of our teen years, Barney and our neighborhood crew, spent a lot of time taking bike trips, school playground activities, swimmings pools, etc.
We started High School together at J.P. McCaskey. Barney was one of the most popular guys and respected by all at McCaskey…He was “one of the good guys”!!
As we transitioned into adulthood, our paths crossed many times and on into mid 50’s. We always had great conversations whenever those path crossing meetings occured.
Barney was an amazing guy with an amazing sense of humor and an extremely kind and generous soul. Barney shall always be “one of the good guys”. I will always remember Barney!

October 26, 2021

We are so sorry to hear of Barney’s passing. I worked with Barney for many years at Yellow Freight. We have many fond memories of times spent with your family. May God’s peace comfort the family.

October 26, 2021

We are so sorry to hear of Barney’s passing. Tom worked with Barney for many years at Yellow Freight. We have many fond memories of times spent with your family. May God’s peace comfort the family.

October 25, 2021

I worked with Barney a number of years back. He was such a beautiful soul. Always happy and spreading joy. Condolences to his loved ones. 

October 24, 2021

We are so sorry for your loss. Even though we have not seen all of you in a while, please know we think of you often and you have our deepest sympathies.

October 24, 2021

So sorry to hear of your dad’s passing Missy. He was quite the character! Thinking of you! Hugs!

October 24, 2021

Barney “Bear” , as he was lovingly known to our family, was a unique and loving man. We share many memories and send our love and prayers to all the family. Be at peace now Barney.

Services
Monday, November 08, 2021
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Pepper Theo Cafe in Lancaster Theological Seminary
555 W James St
Lancaster, PA
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