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Evelyn J. (Bowmaster) Dochat, 89
July 16, 2022
Evelyn J. (Bowmaster) Dochat, 89, of Willow Street died at home on July 16, 2022. Born in Lancaster, PA, she was the daughter of the late Ella Mae (Getz) and Guy N. Bowmaster. She was the beloved wife of George S. Dochat, Sr. with whom she celebrated 60 years of marriage on July 14, 2022.
A 1950 graduate of Manheim Central High School, Ev went on to work at Lampeter Strasburg School District before retiring from Willow Valley Associates Corporate Office.
In addition to her husband, Ev is survived by her children: George S. Dochat, Jr. husband of Michele of Lititz and Tina M. Dochat at home; grandsons: Travis M. Dochat (Amanda) of Bath, PA, Tyler Dochat, (Jessica) of Pittsburgh, PA, Oscar Whipple of Little River, SC and granddaughter Amy King of Clearwater, FL. She also leaves behind great-grandchildren: Aubrey, Autumn and Teagan all of Bath, PA, Daryn and Jack of Pittsburgh, PA and Lilly of Clearwater, FL as well as her beloved grandpuppy, Phoenix and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Ev was preceded in death by her parents and siblings: John Bowmaster, Guy Bowmaster, Jr., Gladys Bowmaster and Kathryn Stitzel.
Please omit flowers. Memorial Contributions may be made to Hospice and Community Care, 685 Good Drive, Lancaster, PA, 17604.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11AM on Saturday, July 23, 2022 at St. Philip the Apostle Church, 2111 Millersville Pike, Lancaster, PA 17603. Family and friends will be received from 10AM until the time of service. Interment will follow at St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery.
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August 01, 2022
Dear George,
So sorry to hear about Evelyn’s passing. I never met her, but her bright smile shows she was a great lady and she must have brought you countless hours of happiness. May God’s peace be with you in this difficult time. Sincerely, Tim and Marge Ryan
July 25, 2022
Dear Tina,
You might not remember me, but I was a highschool classmate. I’m so sorry fo the loss of your mother. I did not know her, but clearly recognized the beautiful smile she passed to you. Wishing comfort in this difficult time. Fondly, Karen (Burke) Kreiser
July 19, 2022
Dear Tina, George and Family….We are so very sorry for your loss. May God and His grace help you all through this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May Evelyn RIP in the arms of our Lord. Sincerely, Carolyn and Dave Brown
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- Lancaster, PA 17603
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