Obituaries

Fred Steudler, 82

September 9, 1941 - October 19, 2023

Fred Steudler, 82, passed away on his Conestoga Township property while enjoying one of his favorite pastimes, hunting, on Thursday, October 19, 2023.

He was born in Lancaster, the son of the late Frederick William Sr. and Jeanette (Stover) Steudler.

Fred graduated from Lampeter-Strasburg High School, Class of 1959, and earned his bachelor’s degree in engineering from LeTourneau University. Fred was an entrepreneur in various businesses and a caring philanthropist. He recently received an honorary award for his engineering contributions.

Fred enjoyed 49 years of marriage to his wife Beverly A. (Enck) Steudler.

He was a member of Calvary Church.

In addition to hunting, Fred enjoyed fishing.

Surviving Fred are his loving wife Beverly, and his brother Richard S. Steudler, husband of Jaclin S. of Lancaster. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Robert A. Steudler, and David E. Steudler.
Whether for business, hunting, fishing, or leisure–Fred was always a follower of Philippians 4:4, “Rejoice in the Lord always and again I say rejoice”. He loved his Lord and the magnificence of creation! Fred and wife Beverly made “rejoicing in the Lord” the hallmark of their lives. Thank you, Lord!

A viewing will take place 2 to 3 pm, followed by a celebration of Fred’s life at 3 PM on Sunday, October 29, 2023, at Lancaster Bible College Good Shepherd Chapel, 901 Eden Road, Lancaster, PA 17601. Interment in Willow Street Mennonite Cemetery will occur at 10 am Monday, October 30th.

Please omit flowers, and kindly consider a memorial contribution to In Touch Ministries, PO Box 7900, Atlanta, GA 30357
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or Pocket Testament League, PO Box 800, Lititz PA 17543
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or Mercy Ships, P.O Box 1930, Garden Valley, TX 75771
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February 21, 2024

Dear Bev,
Bob and I are sorry to hear that Fred passed on. What a beautiful tribute for such an accomplished man.
In His hands, we rest.
Sincerely ,
Bev and Bob Lech

November 22, 2023

Beverly, Rick and family,
I just happened to come across Fred’s obituary.  We are so sorry for your loss.  Fred was a special man with many talents.  He had a wonderful zest for life and had such a presence about him.  We so enjoyed our years at Valco and our friendship.  We have so many memories but one that our boys and us will never forget was the wonderful trip spent at your beach home.  The boys enjoyed Fred and the fishing trip so much.  They still bring it up from time to time.  You and Fred were so gracious to us.  Fred nor you will ever be forgotten. 
 

November 13, 2023

Dear, sweet Bev;
I’m sad for you, with the passing of Fred. 
Thankful that I had the opportunity to share in a tiny piece of your and Fred’s life watching over your precious Labrador Retrievers. I have wonderful memories of you and Fred, with the puppies.
Please accept my condolences offered to you and all that loved Fred.
Teri

November 04, 2023

Beverly, my prayers and empathy in your loss of Fred. I enjoyed our time together at Letourneau University Banquet. Bethany enjoyed talking with you as Fred and I caught up on the past. Blessings as the family celebrates his life. jim Rosser,Class of 1964

November 02, 2023

Bev, so sorry to hear that Fred died, may the the Lord bring comfort and peace to you and Rick at this time of loss.
He was my business partner as well as a good friend, we played many, many rounds of (fun) golf together along with Rick and Charlie Smith. For the passed 13 years Lois & I have lived in Illinois near our son and his family.  Ken & Lois

November 02, 2023

Bev: I am now missing two dear friends from my childhood.  Fred and Bob Funk. My Dad used to say the hardest thing about growing older is that you lose old friends.  I got to see Bob before he passed, regretfully I didn’t get to see Fred.  Watching Fred’s video brought back many good memories of him and his mother.  She was such a wonderful lady.  Fred lived in the best of times and he is now looking down on us from the spirit world.  May his loving spirit be with you in this diffilcut time.  I will give Linda Funk the picture of our nursey school in Lancaster.  If you want to borrow the original for a better copy you are welcome to have it.   Take care.  Johnny (that is what they called me at LS.} John L. Herr

November 01, 2023

Freddy was my best friend when we were growing up. He would stop at my house on the way to wait for the schoolbus. When we were young we rode on our bicycles, even put on a circus in his backyard with the other kids. We spent a lot of time together as far as I can remember never had an argument. Freddy was special. Carol Zahm Nielsen

October 31, 2023

The last time I saw Fred he was singing hymns. Now he’s rejoicing with the Heavenly choir and spending time with His Savior and Lord. One day we’ll be on the Hello side too rather than goodbye. Until then we’ll miss him and pray for his dear wife, Beverly. Blessings and hugs, Kathy

October 29, 2023

Bev,  So sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. You and he are in my prayers! We spent many fine times travelling and working together. Jim Dunlop

October 29, 2023

Dear Bev
I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Fred. Knowing that he was in nature & with God must be a blessing for you.
My sincere sympathy and prayers
Ann Spangler Creitz

October 28, 2023

So sorry for your loss.  I only had the opportunity to meet him once, but could tell he was a gracious man.  I know the Lord will help in your healing and the love of your family and friends will help ease your pain.  Don and Betty Flick  201 Maple Lane, new Providence

October 28, 2023

I don’t know you, but apparently my family does. I respect the life that you lived with that man. I think perhaps he was brilliant, and in the same respect he chose a brilliant companion to take him on that journey. You seem to be a beautiful woman inside and out. You two will meet again. That’s the beautiful part. I love a hunter too. They will love us always. Michelle Kirchner

October 27, 2023

My sympathies to the family of Fred, I truly enjoyed the interactions that I had with Fred over my 20 years of employment with Val-Co and Raydot.  We both shared the passion for hunting and fishing and his enthusiasm for poulty watering and the outdoors were something I will always remember.  I will keep the family in my prayers.
Jeremy Mattila

October 27, 2023

Beverly – Sorry to hear of your loss. I didn’t see Fred much, but when I did it was always a pleasure. He was a great neighbor. I will always remember visiting his trophy collection and hearing his hunting stories. 
Pam joins me in wishing you peace, happiness, and great memories.
Kirk
 
 
 
 
 

October 27, 2023

Beverley, so sorry to hear about Fred’s passing.  We will never forget his an your visits to South Africa. Not only for his enthusiasm about his business but also for his love towards hunting in our country.  We will miss Fred and all our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Phillip, Hendriena and kids

October 26, 2023

Our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Fred.  He was a great person 
Doug Martin (AP and Cumberland)

October 26, 2023

So sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you. I had a chance to work for Fred in India an d still have those memories with me!! 
Pankesh Pisal

October 26, 2023

Bev, so sorry to read of Fred’s passing.  My thoughts and prayers are with you in the days ahead.
Linda Kay (Shenk) Pressley

October 25, 2023

Beverly, I was so sorry to learn of Fred’s passing. What a beautiful verse for you & Fred to model Philippians 4:4. Fred was a good man & he will be missed!  Gerald Strite

October 25, 2023

I was surprised to read about Fred, Bev.  I always enjoyed coming to your mobile home in Tamarack Village in the past with my husband Ken.  We also attended Calvary and Ken played golf with Fred.  We were divorced in 1978.  I will not be able to attend the funeral because I live in NC now and help care for my 100 year old mom.  Praying for comfort as you grieve the loss of your husband.  Please give Rick my condolences also.
Beverly Martin

October 25, 2023

Dear Beverly, So sorry for your loss. May happy memories carry you through this difficult time❤️
Suzanne Swanger (Aston)

October 25, 2023

Dear Beverly,
We know you will miss Fred greatly, but know he is with his Savior and will be waiting for you when it is your time. 
Sally and Don Steffy

October 25, 2023

My deepest sympathy to Fred’s family and many friends. We live in the same community (Sickmans Mill Rd) In July 1986 our family farm experienced a fire. We had never spoken to Fred. He showed up with all of his heavy equipment and trucks and cleaned up all the debris at no cost. We were forever grateful for his kindness
Debra Martin Berkoski

October 25, 2023

Sorry to hear about your loss Fred was a great man. I will always remember those camp outs when we were cutting trees for his lodge up in Tioga 
Bob Wolpert

October 25, 2023

I only knew Fred for about 15 to 20 years. He was the kind of man that made me want to be better person ! David Rayer

October 25, 2023

So sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you.  Jeanne Hess

October 24, 2023

Words may not suffice to express the heartfelt sorrow that I feel for the passing of Fred Steudler, but please accept my condolences.
Munene Dedan
 
 

October 24, 2023

Bev,
Please accept our condolences, and know that our prayers will be with you and your family. Fred was a dear friend and I will look forward to seeing him someday when he’s all healed and the rest of us arrive there.
Dan Wood/NCCAA Staff

October 24, 2023

Prayers are with you, your neighbor  Mary Houpt

October 24, 2023

Bev, so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. Thinking of you with love at this difficult time. Jeanne (Hess) Hoffard

October 24, 2023

Bev, I am sorry to hear that your husband went to be with the Lord; my condolescences.
 
Victoria A Lowe (Papavasilion)

October 24, 2023

Sorry for your loss Beverly,your neighbors Cathy and George Hopstetter.  Cathy and George Hopstetter

October 24, 2023

Bev, I am so sorry about FRED’s passing. The Lord took him while he was doing one of the things he loved to do. He will be missed. Praying for you and the family. Bev from Vallorbs 

October 24, 2023

Bev, so sorry to hear of your loss. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. May you sense His peace in the midst of your pain. Love, Debbie and Bob Detwiler 

October 23, 2023

Sorry for your loss Beverly!! James Reynolds and Carol Wood

October 23, 2023

Fred Steudler, a friend who I will never forget.  Fun, serious, giving, ambitious, hard working, smart.  
I treasure the years I knew him and the times we spent together.  Beverly, you have our love.  
Dan and Sarah

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Sunday, October 29, 2023
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Lancaster Bible College Good Shepherd Chapel
901 Eden Road
Lancaster, PA 17601
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