Obituaries
Charles R. “Dick” Benedict, 67
July 03, 2015
Charles R. “Dick” Benedict, 67, of Mount Joy, passed away Friday, July 3, 2015 at Hospice & Community Care in Mount Joy.
Born in Lancaster, he was the loving husband of Vickie (Crouse) Benedict of Mount Joy, and the son of the late William and Gladys Benedict.
Dick was employed by the USPS as a mail carrier in Lancaster for 37 years until his retirement in 2003.
He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, and taking care of his dog Mollie, and his grand-puppy McKenzie. Among his other interests were fishing, day trips, cookouts, watching movies, and playing cards. He was an avid Phillies and Eagles fan. He especially enjoyed women’s softball, and served as an umpire for a several years.
A proud US Army veteran of the Vietnam War, Dick was a member of American Legion Post #5752 and VFW Post #185, both in Mount Joy. He was also a member of Sertoma International, American Numismatic Asso., Milton Grove Sportsman Club, Disabled American Veterans, and the National Association of Letter Carriers.
In addition to his wife of 41 years, he is survived by his daughter, Kristen Stine and her husband John of Mount Joy. He was preceded in death by a son, Matthew, in 2002, and two brothers, William and Gary, in 2006.
Funeral services will be held at 10 AM on Friday, July 10, 2015 at Charles F. Snyder, Jr Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz with Rev. D.J. Paglia officiating. Friends and family will be received from 5 to 8 PM on Thursday, July 9, 2015 at the funeral home, and again one hour prior to the service on Friday. Burial will be in St. Peter’s Lutheran Cemetery, Neffsville.
Flowers are appreciated, or memorial contributions in Dick’s memory may be made to Pennsylvania Wounded Warriors, Inc, 1117 Country Club Road
Camp Hill, PA 17011, or to Humane League of Lancaster County, 2195 Lincoln Way East, Lancaster, PA 17603.
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Condolences to the Family
July 11, 2015
Vickie,Kristen,
I am so sorry for the passing of your husband and dad. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.I pray that God will give you strenght and peace to make it through this difficult time.
Linda Boone(ICU)
July 09, 2015
Vickie,
We are deeply sorry to hear about the death of Dick. Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Mick and Beth Arnold
July 09, 2015
Jully 9, 2015
Dearest Vickey,
We were very sorry to hear of the passing of your dear husband Dick. Our condulences go out to you and your family at this time.
With deepest sympathy,
Joe & Eileen Gervase
July 08, 2015
Dear Vickie,
We are so sorry to hear of Dick’s passing. We just saw him at the retirement party last week. Dick will be missed by many – his crazy sense of humor and his smiling face! You and Kristin are in our thoughts and prayers –
Carol & Larry Deckert
July 07, 2015
Dear Vickie,
We are so sorry for your loss and send our sincere sympathy and prayers.
Tullia and John Hydinger
July 07, 2015
Vickie,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We pray that God will give you strength and peace. Blessings to you and your family.
Ralph & Joyce Armold
(TOA, Emerson Dr.)
July 06, 2015
Vickie & Kristen,
I was so sorry to hear that Dick had passed away. I hope you each can be a comfort to the other at this hard time. You have had your share of sorrow, I hope the future holds much happiness for you both.
Vicki, we don’t see each other much but you are in my thoughts. I’m glad that you and Michelle have kept in touch after our years at TPM.
Take care of yourself! See you soon.
Kathy Murray
July 05, 2015
Dick was a friend of mine at the Lancaster Post Office. I have had the pleasure of working with him and occasionally his route. He was a great carrier who was helpful and friendly and fun to be around. I know he has touched many lives while he was here with us and will be missed by all who knew him besides my self. Rest in peace Dick.
One of your postal workers,
Rick C
July 05, 2015
Vickie and Kristen, I am so very saddened by the news of Dick’s passing. He was my buddy and coworker for 6 years before his retirement. I am so glad though that he was able to retire when he did, so that he could have those years to enjoy his family and friends. He will be missed. Diane Smith
July 05, 2015
Dick, you were someone who meant so much
and loved by all you knew
who left behind a trail of tears
and precious memories, too.
We loved the sunshine in your smile
and the kindness in your heart
but Heaven saw that you were tired
which meant that we had to part.
For you were someone wonderful
and words just can’t convey
how much we are going to miss you.
Vickie and Kristen, may the constant love of caring friends soften your sadness.
May cherished memories bring you moments of comfort.
May lasting peace surround your grieving heart
Vickie, I wish I could take all this pain and sorrow from you
but for now, I will offer my hand to hold
and my shoulder to lean upon.
Your sister Joan and family
July 05, 2015
To Dick’s family, my sympathy to you during this sad time. I worked with Dick at the PO for many years. He was liked by many. He was a pleasure to work with , he was helpful and a joy to work with. May he rest in peace. S.Wolf
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- Lititz, PA 17543
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