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Caroline Weitzel, 75

January 19, 2015

Caroline Weitzel, 75, passed away at her East Lampeter Twp. home on January 19, 2015. She was the daughter of the late Carl and Mary (Hartmoyer) Horn. She was the beloved wife of Robert D. Weitzel for 58 years.

Carol was employed by Weis Markets for 49 years; where she was still working one day per week. Her hobbies included playing cards, watching Judge Judy and listening to her favorite band, Surplus. She was also a diehard Penn State fan. Carol was passionate about family. She had a close bond with her sisters and enjoyed spending time with her daughters, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

In addition to her husband she is survived by her two daughters: Christine W., wife of Richard Seroski, Jr. and Sharon M., wife of Herky Billings; four grandchildren: Jessica (Dull) Baas, Kristina Dull, Julie (Seroski), wife of Michael Snook and Richard Seroski III; thirteen great-grandchildren; four sisters: Teresa, wife of Donald McGaw, Rosemarie Brann, Christine Horn and Anna Demmy; thirteen nieces and nephews; and her best friend Patty Martin. She was proceeded in death by her sisters Kathryn Koening and Maryanne Lehmen.

A Mass will be held 10 AM Friday, January 23, 2015, at St. Anthony of Padua Roman Catholic Church, 501 E. Orange St., Lancaster, PA 17602, with Rev. Deogratias Rwegasira as Celebrant. Carol’s family will greet friends on Friday from 9-10 AM at the church. Interment in St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105, or StJude.Org, or to Wounded Warrior Project, 301 Grant St., Ste. 900, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, or to The Healing Journey Foundation, 1858 Charter Ln., Suite 202, Lancaster, PA 17605.

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Condolences to the Family

January 21, 2015

Dear Pap and family (Tina, Rick, Julie, Rich),
So sorry of Nan’s passing. She will be missed very much. I am so happy I got to spend time with her in December.  Just cherish all the memories. she will forever be in you hearts.
 
Bob & Jill. Snook

January 21, 2015

Dear Bob and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Carol was a wonderful woman and I will miss our chats at Weis. I have you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Diana Blank

January 21, 2015

To the Weitzel family, you are in our thoughts and prayers.  Our families has been neighborsbor for many years.
With our deepest sympathy,
The Ropers & Linda Lilley

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Friday, January 23, 2015
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church
501 E. Orange St.
Lancaster, PA 17602
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501 E. Orange St.
Lancaster, PA 17602
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