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Douglas R. Glouner, 88
August 19, 2025
Douglas R. Glouner, 88, of Lititz, PA, passed away August 19, 2025, at Hershey Medical Center. Doug shared 41 years of marriage with his wife Susan A. (Peifer) Glouner.
He was born in Lancaster and raised on Cabbage Hill, the son of the late Richard J. and Anna R. (Bielmann) Glouner. The oldest of five children, he sold soft pretzels to go to Maple Grove swimming pool. Doug graduated from Lancaster Catholic High School, Class of 1955.
Following his dad’s direction of having to enlist if he didn’t have a job in 30 days, Doug enlisted into the Air Force in June 1955, after the Korean War and served as a paramedic obtaining the rank Airman 2nd Class. He spent two years in Japan and two years in Georgia and was discharged in 1959.
Doug then worked as a surgery tech at St. Joseph Hospital, next for Trojan Yacht in Lancaster, Fulton-Marion in York and lastly at Lancaster Newspapers for 26 years in data processing responsible for transitioning all operations to computers. Doug told stories of fellow employees taking their typewriters to the bathroom so he wouldn’t replace them with computers. He retired from LNP after preparing for and experiencing Y2K.
Lastly, with Sue he co-owned Glouner’s Coastal Foods, Inc. where Sue was the “Turkey Lady” at Lancaster Central Market while Doug entertained their customers. They retired in 2016.
Doug spent lots of time on his beloved boat on the Chesapeake in Rock Hall, MD. He loved both snow and water skiing, playing golf and tennis, his collection of books and of course time on his boats. Doug’s favorite thing in his final years was to always tell a joke.
Doug was a member of St. John Neumann Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus Council # 867 and the Lancaster Pirates.
In addition to his wife Sue, Doug’s family includes his daughter Melanie A. Ballard, son James M. Glouner, husband of Lori, grandson Dr. Erik P. Shadle, husband of Kiersten, and their son Mason Shadle, grandson Kyle J. Glouner, husband of Alana, and his siblings, Clara Kenney, wife of David, David Glouner, husband of Kathy, Marilyn Hishmann and her companion Jack Curran, and Daniel Glouner, husband of Anne (deceased).
Doug was preceded in death by his parents and his 3-year-old daughter Cynthia Anne Glouner.
There will be a Mass of Christian Burial on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at 11:00 am at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 601 E. Delp Road, Lancaster, PA 17601, with The Very Rev. Daniel F.X. Powell, V.F. as Celebrant, preceded by visitation from 10 to 11 am. Inurnment with Military Honors will be in St. Jospeh New Catholic Cemetery, Bausman, PA.
In lieu of flowers, kindly consider a contribution to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1999, Memphis, TN 38101 in memory of Doug’s daughter Cynthia Anne Glouner.
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August 31, 2025
Dear Sue and Glouner Family,
I was saddened by the news that Doug has left this earth. His spirit, quick smile and wit was ever present when I saw him, mostly at Market in his retirement, standing by Sue’s side. I know his presence brought joy to so many people. I also believe that he would want us to remember the joy he spread to so many. I do. As you grieve, please know how special he was to so many who had the pleasure of knowing him and seeing his smile.
My best to all of you,
Deidre Simmons
August 31, 2025
Sue,
My sincere condolences to you and your family. I can picture Doug with his crazy Turkey hat! He was one of a kind and will be deeply missed.
All my best.
Don Erb
August 26, 2025
Hello,
My name is Lynn Schneider Sprenkle. My Dad worked with Doug at LNP, Henry Schneider, I also worked there too and was friends with Doug’s daughter, Melanie. I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of Doug. He was such a funny and friendly guy. I know it’s been years since I saw him and Melanie but I wanted to send my condolences. Hugs and prayers to your family. Lynn M Sprenkle
August 26, 2025
Sue,
I am so sorry I can’t make it home for the service! It was great seeing Doug before the Smash! My prayers are with you & the family! So many amazing memories of Uncle Doug! Love Brad Glouner
August 26, 2025
Dear Sue … I am so sorry to read about Doug. Why’s is feel like it was just yesterday when I recall all the things we did, the topicsw we debated (sometimes, hotly), the new ways we learned and the great accomplishments during those “salad days” at LNP.
Seeing Doug’s face reminded Denny’s, Doug’s and my CJ-trip to Florida! Of fierce racquetball competition! Of DEC Rainbows! And so much more.
I will share in your memories of a wonderful human in this life; of such a rare individual.Brian L Long
August 26, 2025
To Sue and Jimmy and other members of Doug’s family, our deepest condolences on his passing. As veterans of Lancaster Newspapers, we spent countless hours working together. It was Doug who bought the newspapers, often kicking and screaming, into the computer age. I don’t know how he kept his sanity with all he had to put up with. He handled it well. I admired Doug for it and for many other things. Sue, I am sorry we can’t be there for the service. We now live near Pittsburgh. Our prayers are with you and the family. Love, Marv Adams
August 25, 2025
Sue, Sorry for your loss. I have a lot of fond memories of working with Doug and at the Turkey Lady. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Mary Knopp
August 25, 2025
Sue, I am so sorry to learn of Doug’s passing. Such a kind and warm person! Fondly remembering all of the fun times at Market. I wish you and your family peace and the comfort of so many good memories.
Cindy Cover
August 24, 2025
So sorry to hear about Doug. Many fun times at LNP. Mary and I send our condolences. Flo and Mary.
August 24, 2025
This is for Doug’s brother Dave. I’m assuming Dave, that you worked for Berks Optical at one time? I worked with you there.
Please accept my condolences in the loss of your brother.
David Weaver
August 23, 2025
Sue, I was so sad to hear this news about Dougie. I love working with him, listening to his stories and several times with you both on the boat! I will keep you all in my prayers and thank God that I can say I knew and loved Doug Glouner! We now have another bright star to watch over all❤️🙏🏻 Carole Martin Good
August 22, 2025
I had the pleasure of knowing Doug when I worked as a technician at LNP in the early 90’s. Always was a great personality. I would also see him at the Central Market serving customers. Sorry to hear about his passing! Bruce Laudennerger
August 21, 2025
To me,
Doug became more than one of the LCH boys who made fun lunch companions who never forgot the winning play in the big game of 1954. Doug and Susan were a great team- in marriage and friendships. As a life long buddy of my husband Jim, he knew Doug as one of the really good men. I’m honored to have been a friend too. Linda L. Kopf
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