Obituaries
Eugene C. Jennings, 85
Eugene C. Jennings, 85, of Lancaster, passed away after an extended illness on Thanksgiving Day, November 22, 2012 at Hospice & Community Care, Lancaster, surrounded by the comfort of his family. Gene was the loving and devoted husband of the late Anne Buckley Jennings, who passed away in 2004 after 54 years of marriage.
Born in Scranton, PA on August 30, 1927, he was the son of the late Eugene M. and Mary C. Jennings. He was a veteran of the Army and the Naval Reserve. He was employed by Avco Financial Services and Sentry Insurance Company, retiring in 1992. Gene was a faithful, active member and volunteer of St. Leo the Great Catholic Church for 44 years. Following retirement he attended daily mass. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Guys and Dolls Club, and Centerville AARP. He also volunteered for The Lung Association, Fulton Opera House and St. Anne’s Retirement Community for many years. Gene was an Associate Member of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ.
Gene’s zest for life was demonstrated with his quick wit and sense of humor, an appreciation of music and his ability to dance at a moment’s notice. He had a great love of his Irish heritage. In retirement he and his wife enjoyed extensive traveling with friends and family. A true gentleman, his endearment to his many cherished friends of all ages was evident through their continued support to Gene throughout his illness.
Always the first to offer a prayer of thanksgiving, Gene was most grateful for his family. He offered unwavering support for his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, never missing academic, music, or sporting events.
He is survived by his four children, 11 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren: son Daniel, husband of Linda, Richmond, IN and their daughters Michelle, Erin, and Elizabeth; daughter Mary, wife of Stephen Broich, Columbia and their daughters Laura, Julie, and Emily; daughter Catherine, wife of Joseph Haldeman, Lancaster and their children Katie, Michael, and Daniel; and daughter Anne Marie, wife of Robert Munro, Mountville and their sons Andrew and Eric. He is also survived by his brother Michael “Corby” Jennings and sisters Rhea McDonnell and Kay McAndrew, and by his wife’s siblings: Mary Grogan, Joan Flor, Sr. Lois Buckley, John Buckley, Michael Buckley, and Thomas Buckley, who all treated him like a brother. He also will be missed by 56 nieces and nephews.
Gene was humble man of great integrity and full of compassion. He will live in our hearts forever.
Friends will be received on Sunday, November 25, 2012 at the Charles F. Snyder Jr Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz,PA from 6-8PM, with the recitation of the Holy Rosary at 8PM. Friends will be received again on Monday, November 26, 2012 at St. Leo The Great Catholic Church, 2427 Marietta Ave., Lancaster, PA from 10-11AM, with the Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 11AM, the Rev. Peter Hahn as Celebrant. Interment in St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Gene’s memory can be made to Schreiber Pediatric Rehab Center, 625 Community Way, Lancaster PA 17603 or to Hospice & Community Care, 685 Good Drive, Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125. To send an online condolence, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Jr Funeral Home & Crematory 560-5100
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Condolences to the Family
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time.
Chris and Greg Gibson
Please except my heartfelt condolences on the passing of your father Gene. Regretfully I was out of town and did not receive the sad news until today, November 26th. Gene was not only my cousin, but also my dear friend. I will continue to remember him in my daily prayers.
My Deepest Sympathy.
Love
Elaine Nape
I enjoyed being around you uncle Gene and will miss you.
I am comforted in knowing that you are now with Anne.
We love Gene and Anne and consider it one of God’s blessings that they were part of our lives. Gene brought great joy into our lives each time we were together – we always felt better after each visit with him. We have an abundance of great memories and will miss him terribly.
We are currently in Colorado spending the Thanksgiving holiday with our family. Therefore, we will not be able to comfort and console you in person, but please know that Gene and each of you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless you all,
The Kendig family
Karen, Jim, Tim, Jamie, and Alicia
I want to extend our deepest condolences to the Jennings and Buckley family during this very difficult time. Gene was such a kind man!
With love,
Gwen (Gilroy) Rogers
Sandy and I extend our deepest sympathy to the family. We remember many years living next to Gene and Ann. The Gentry Heights years where the essence of a great neighborhood. Gene was the best neighbor and friend anyone could have known in this journey called life.
Sandy and Ed Irwin
I will miss so many things about Uncle Gene. He was a man who knew the importance of faith, family and fun. I have fond memories of seeing him at family get togethers. He always brought a smile to the face of anyone he was near. He would always remember to call us on our birthday. Those calls were always a special gift. He loved with his whole heart and soul. He was an amazing brother to my mom and a wonderful uncle to me and my brothers and sisters. I am comforted knowing he is now reunited with his sweet Anne. Rest in peace. God bless.
Patty
Dear Daniel, Mary, Catherine, Anne Marie and Family,
I was very saddened to hear of Gene’s passing. I so enjoyed being in his presence. What a man of integrity. It seems right in a way that he died on Thanksgiving. He was such a man of humble gratitude and love. May time bring healing to each of you and may your tears return to joy in the future as you remember the many wonderful memories you made together.
Blessings,
Debbie Miley
HCC Chaplain
Gene was one of the nicest men we have ever met. Every time we saw him he greeted us with a smile. Our heartfelt condolences go out to all of you. His obituary, although sad, demonstrated what a wonderful person he was and his legacy is the amazing, kind family he has left behind.
If you need anything, let us know.
Love,
The Vigunas Family
Our heartful sympathy to the Jennings Family. You know what great love we had for Gene. Nothing but cherished memories will live in our hearts forever. When Walt and I, along with the rest of the group would go to church, then afterwards a nice breakfast at one of our favorite spots. We were always called "The Rowdy Bunch!" from St. Leo’s . Who else but Gene would get us started! He was a perfect gentleman, and a loving person to all people. We will always remember his cute and unique way of expressions. I’m leaving now, till we meet again in God’s kingdom, RIP our friend.
Love Always,
Walt, Jean, and Ruth
We will always miss you Pop Pop…you were a wonderful man, mentor, and friend…I am proud of my Irish heritage because of you! 🙂 Please watch over your family (& extended family!) and guide them during this difficult time!
Andrea, Max, & Riley Mull
We wish to express our deepest sympathy at this most difficult time. Eugene was a TRUE CARING GENTLEMAN & we were very Blessed to have known him for Many Years. Eugene Will Be Deeply Missed.
GOD BLESS,
NEIL,CHRISTINE & MARY (MOM) CANTOR
