Obituaries

Dru Michael Badorf, 35

October 26, 2016

Dru Michael Badorf, 35, of Lititz, died in an automobile accident on Wednesday, October 26, 2016. He was the loving husband of Carolyn Marie Kennedy Badorf for 6 years. Dru was her “rock, her everything and her cuddler” for over 14 years.

He was born in Lancaster to Kathryn L. Brenner of Lititz and Richard Badorf of Roaring Branch. A 2000 graduate of Warwick High School, Dru was voted to have the “Best Smile”. He also attended taxidermy school. Dru owned Michael’s Powder Coating in Kinzer and enjoyed working with his father-in-law. He was very proud to have done powder coating for Tait Towers.

Dru had a great sense of humor, he was very loving and giving, an amazing husband and he enjoyed time with family and friends. Dru loved spending time with his nieces and nephew, and they thought the world of him. He enjoyed helping his mom maintain her home. Dru loved to hunt, and fish, boat and crab at Northeast, MD and Jackson, NJ. He cherished family trips and snowboarding with them. He also enjoyed watching golf.

In addition to his wife Carolyn and parents Richard and Kathryn, Dru is survived by his paternal grandmother June R. Badorf of Brethren Village, and two brothers, T.J. Badorf of Lititz and Ryan Badorf (his twin), husband of Amy of Northumberland.

Dru will be dearly missed by many.

A visitation will take place from 5 to 7 PM, followed by the funeral at 7 PM with Pastor Eric Landram and Pastor Ralph Moyer officiating, on Monday, October 31, 2016, at the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. Interment will take place in Zion Lutheran Cemetery, Akron, PA. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, 3 International Drive, Suite 200, Rye Brook, NY 10573.

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November 09, 2016

I attended Warwick with Dru, and have known him and Ryan since elementary school. Dru always had a smile and a kind word for everyone. Even though we haven’t seen each other in years, we bumped into each other a few weekends ago and it was like no time had passed. He truly was a wonderful guy and an amazing person. My deepest sympathies go out to his wife, and his entire family. May Dru rest in peace.
Angie Bean

November 01, 2016

Carolyn,
We don’t know each other very well, but we are the Martin Family (your neighbors on Farm Del Circle, house #310).  We are so sorry to hear about Dru’s accident and passing.  We will be keeping you and Dru’s family in our prayers.  Please let us me/us know if you ever need anything, especially with winter coming up.  We’re just two houses away.  God Bless!  
Stefanie & Scott Martin

October 31, 2016

To the badorf family, I have known T.J.,Ryan and Dru all my school life. I am a classmate of ryan and dru’s. My condolences to the family and the spouses.    
 
Travis R. Yates  Class of 2000 warwick high school

October 31, 2016

Our thoughts,prayers and deepest sympathies to the Badorf family.
Kelly & Andy Hess

October 30, 2016

Rick and family,
I’m so sorry for your loss.  My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Craig Rappaport

October 29, 2016

Rick,
I was so sorry to hear of the death of your son Dru.  Having just lost my son Robert last year at this time it really hit home for me.   It will be tough for you in the days and years ahead.  Just keep the faith that you will one day see him again.  Call me if you ever want to talk. 336-782-2651.
Always your friend,
Scott Huber

October 29, 2016

I am so deeply sorry for your loss.   My heart goes out to you and my prayers are with you.  
Shawn Smith

October 29, 2016

Uncle Bill, Sam and I want you to know our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. May the resurrection promise at John 5:28, 29 bring you as much comfort as it has me. Sincerely, Kim Lunsford

October 29, 2016

To Ryan, Kathy, TJ and family – We are so very sorry to hear of Dru’s passing. Our deepest sympathy, thoughts & prayers are with you all during this difficult time. 
Kristen, Andy & Gail Haldy

October 28, 2016

The Farenwald family sends much love to the Badorf family.
God bless and comfort you at this time.
 

October 28, 2016

I’m very sorry for the loss of your Husband, Carolyn and for the rest of the family. My thoughts and Prayers are with yous in this time of sorrow. I know he was a Sweet, loving, caring man.
May God Bless you and the family.
Donna Newswanger
(You neighbor Ronald Newswanger’s Mom.) 
 
 

October 28, 2016

Badorf Family,
Dru was one of most naturally talented artists I’ve ever met. I always enjoyed spending time with him in the art wing in high school. He was an extremely sweet and funny person and I was saddened to hear of his passing.
-Jesse Turnbull
 

October 28, 2016

Rick, June, and family:
So sorry to learn the news about Dru.  I prsy the comfort of our Lord and Savior will be with you at your great time of need.
You are in my thoughts and prayers
Love ya bro
Charles Humphreys 

October 28, 2016

Rick, June and Family,
I was deeply saddened to learn of Dru’s death – such a sudden, untimely, and tragic loss.  I cannot possibly imagine the impact on your family, and all who knew Dru.  Please know I am keeping you all in prayer – prayers that God will grant you an added measure of His infinite grace to cope with your loss; prayers that His Holy Spirit will bring you comfort in your sorrow, consolation in your grief, peace to your longing hearts, and hope in the Resurrection to new and eternal life; and prayers that He will bless you and strenghten you as you endure this difficult time.
Gary May

October 28, 2016

Carolyn , 
No words can help.  We are here if there is anything we can do.  Thoughts and prayers to you and all of Dru’s family.  We are devastated for you.
David and Paula Palm 

October 28, 2016

Rick, June and family,
 
I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your precision son and grandson Dru. 
In memory of Dru,
Harry F. 

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Monday, October 31, 2016
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3110 Lititz Pike
Lititz, PA 17543
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