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Elmer H. Schweitzer, 93
February 27, 2017
Elmer H. Schweitzer, 93, of Keystone Villa, Ephrata, passed away Monday, February 27, 2017 at Hospice & Community Care in Mount Joy. Born in 1923 in York, he was the son of the late Edgar Raymond Schweitzer and Sallie (Siar) Schweitzer. Elmer was preceded in death by his wife, Anna Boyd (Eckenrode) Schweitzer, who died February 15, 2002. They had been married for 57 years.
Elmer worked at Hamilton Watch, Schick in Lancaster, Dart Container in Leola, and HamTech/Bulova in Lancaster city before retiring.
He served in the US Navy from 1941 until 1947 in the South Pacific in the Mariana Islands, Guadalcanal and Treasury Islands aboard the U.S.S. Saratoga and U.S.S. Lexington aircraft carriers.
He loved hunting and fishing and spent many years coaching the Lancaster Recreation Junior Smallbore Rifle Team to state and national recognition. He also competed and coached at the senior level and served as a range officer at the National Smallbore Championships. In later life, Elmer spent a lot of time traveling around the US and Canada taking photographs of wildflowers and wildlife with photography friends. He enjoyed printing and framing his photos and then giving them to friends.
Elmer was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Lancaster, PA.
Elmer had three children, John C., husband of Ann L. (Lauer) Schweitzer of Denver, PA; William P., husband of Joann M. (Mattern) Schweitzer of Manheim, PA; and Mary Anne (Schweitzer) Lewandowski, wife of Scott C. of Ephrata, PA. Elmer is also survived by three grandchildren: Kendra (Schweitzer) Deibert, wife of Andrew; Kayla Schweitzer, and Alex Schweitzer.
A gathering celebrating Elmer’s life will be from 2-4PM on Saturday, March 4, 2017 at the Charles F. Snyder, Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Elmer’s memory may be made to the National Park Foundation, 1110 Vermont Ave, NW, Suite 200 Washington, DC 20005.
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March 16, 2017
Jack, Bill and Mary Anne: I am so sorry hear of the loss of your father. I hold the fondest memories of the times I spent with him and the positive influence he had on my life. He was a great man, father and role model. I am honored that he called me a friend. I wish that I could have been there to pay my respects to him and your family. Know that I miss him and I feel your pain. Warmest regards and sympathy. Chuck LeFevre
March 04, 2017
Jack Bill and Mary Ann
Sorry to hear about Elmers passing. We now live in Selinsgrove and can no longer drive. We will always have fond memories of both of your parents. Call if you can (same number)
Ralph and Arlene
March 03, 2017
Dear Schweitzer Family,
I worked with Elmer at Hamilton Technology and learned so much from him.
Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Lucy Meissner
March 03, 2017
Jack, Bill, and Mary Anne
So sorry to hear about your loss. Your Dad will always be remembered by me. We all had many years together with your father as a friend and coach. Wish I could be there to offer my condolences but my wife and I are traveling and just can’t be there in time
Ralph Aument Jr
March 03, 2017
Dear Schweitzer Family, I will never forget Elmer, years ago Elmer & Anna woud come in to T.Burk & Co. Deli Restaurant for lunch. I worked there at the time. They were the sweetest and kindest couple, they always seemed so in love. They always made our day when they would came in. When Anna passed away he was so sad, he did not come as often but we sure missed him. I sent him cards and checked on him occasionally, but then lost contact with him. He was such a kind man and we enjoyed many conversations about when he was overseas, his family and the special love they had for each other. Prayers and my deepest sympanthy to your family, my life was blessed to have met him, it was certainly a “Life Well-Loved”. Deepest Sympathy,
Barbi Cottingham
March 02, 2017
Dear Schweitzer Family,
I was sorry to hear about your dad. He was a constant, reassuring presence for my family for many years. Although I was a lackluster rifle student and a poor shot, I have fond memories of his patient instruction and enthusiasm for the sport. Truly, he believed that girls could be as good as boys on the range. We were lucky indeed to count him as a mentor and a family friend.
Laura “Lolly” Rupp Burke
March 02, 2017
Dear Ann, Jack and his special family…What a wonderful father…how blessed you are and so sad the loss. Love and hugs,Cousin Margaret Evelyn,Colby and John.
March 02, 2017
Jack, Bill and Mary Anne… I am very sorry to hear about your father. He was an important influence to me as I was growing up. Elmer taught me many principals in dealing with life. Prayers to you and your families, Bob Griest
March 02, 2017
To John, Bill and Mary Anne… Your father touched so many lives over the years. There are hundreds of us who owe him a debt of gratitude for helping to make us the people we are today. His mentorship and friendship will never be forgotten. Prayers to you and your family during this time of mourning. Godspeed and God Bless Elmer, Rob Kaufhold /Lancaster Archery
March 02, 2017
Jack,, Sorry to hear about your Dad. What a wonderful life that he lived and you were able to share those last years with him. Linda and Lloyd Annan
March 02, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Wonderful man, that we all respected ( even when he made us dry fire). Those years were special for all of us. He loved as all. Special times with a special man. I am out of town so sending my thoughts and prayers to you all.
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- Saturday, March 04, 2017
- 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
- Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
- 3110 Lititz Pike
- Lititz, PA 17543
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