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Efren C. Magtagnob Sr., 80

January 20, 2023

Efren C. Magtagnob Sr, 80, of Lancaster, PA, formerly of Virac, Catanduanes, Philippines, died on Friday, January 20, 2023 surrounded by his family here in Lancaster.

He is survived by his wife, Tita (Bolano) Magtagnob and 4 sons, Christopher, husband of Helen, John Cesar, husband of Brenda, Efren, Jr., husband of Maradel, of the Philippines, and Dr. Efrem, husband of Damon Myers, of Lancaster, as well as 8 grandchildren, Nicole, Allen, Patrice, Sophia, Jan Endre, Ethan, Miggy and Evan of the Philippines.

Efren was the only boy of 6 siblings, having 5 sisters. His career was at sea as a Ship’s Captain. He and Tita married nearly 50 years ago. He was a devoted husband and father and his absence will be felt profoundly by all who knew him.

Funeral Services were held on Saturday, January 21st, 2023 at Charles F. Snyder III Funeral Home & Crematory 2421 Willow Street Pike, Willow Street, PA 17584 followed by private cremation. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Efren’s memory to Hospice & Community Care 685 Good Dr. Lancaster, PA 17604

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Condolences to the Family

February 04, 2023

My prayers and condolences to the family from Mike Bagadiong and family.

January 23, 2023

My family & I join you in your sorrow. Our heartfelt condolences & prayers 🙏💐🙏💐 Dr. Efrem & siblings, Tita Magtangob & Family. May the soul of our SIV neighbor Efren Rest In Peace 
   From Josephine Lizaso Arcilla & Family January 20, 2023

January 23, 2023

Our deepest condolences. – Wiser Family

January 22, 2023

Our deepest condolences and prayers- from Andrea Sacris and family 

January 22, 2023

So sorry for your loss – Tita, Efrem and family
praying for your healing as u grieve 
he will be greatly missed I am here for anything u need anytime 
LaTrelle (mom)

January 22, 2023

From Brutas and Bolano families, 
Our deepest condolences and wishing the family peace, comfort, courage and lots of love to this time of sorrow.  Jairus Roy Brutas

January 21, 2023

Our condolences to tia tita @family may tio efren rest in peace ..from Belarmino family of Phil.

January 21, 2023

Rest In Peace Tiyo Efem. Condolences Tiya Tita, Ton, Damon, Tiya Bie and the entire family. We are sending you all our love.

January 21, 2023

Fair winds and following seas on the great beyond, Capt. Efren C. Magtagnob MM, Sir, Tiyo Efem, and with heartfelt condolences to us all bereaved families and relatives.   Renato Araojo

January 21, 2023

My Family and I join you in your sorrow. Our heartfelt prayers and condolences 🙏💐🙏💐 May the soul of your Papa Efren Rest In Peace 🙏🙏🙏

January 21, 2023

May you rest in peace, dear grandfather. Thank you for the never-ending support and guidance, which you have given us, back when you were still among us. The Lord God rest your soul. The Tiocson family sends their dearest condolences, upon the passing of grandpa. Rest with the Lord along with His angels and saints, grandfather. Jan Endre T. Magtagnob

January 20, 2023

It is our prayer that God will comfort everyone during this sad time. Our deepest condolences to Auntie Tita and the whole family. Karl Ximon Roy Brutas

January 20, 2023

Condolences from Brutas Family… Rest in Peace Manoy🙏🙏🙏

January 20, 2023

Tiyo Efem you are always in our thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace .
Condolence to the family. Ma Elena A Noriega

January 20, 2023

Prayers for Tio Epim’s eternal rest 🙏🙏🙏
Praying, too, for the entire family’s comfort ❤❤❤ Bebot,Manny,Elek,Edsel,Ethan de Guzman

January 20, 2023

From  Acogido and Bolano Families, condolences to the family.  Manuel Paulo Acogido

Services
Saturday, January 21, 2023
2:00 PM
Charles F. Snyder III Funeral Home & Crematory
2421 Willow Street Pike
Willow Street, PA 17584
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