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Gerald R. Fahs, 89

January 02, 2023

Gerald R. Fahs, 89, of Lancaster, passed away on Monday, January 2, 2023 at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in York, PA, he was the son of the late Myrtle R. (Keeney) and Henry H. Fahs. He was the beloved husband to Berit M. (Björklund) with whom he shared over 50 years of marriage.

Prior to retirement, Jerry worked as a Pathologist for Lancaster General Hospital. He received his B.S. from Wheaton College (IL) in 1955 and his M.D. from Temple University in 1959. Following graduation, he joined the Army and was a clinical intern and pathology resident at Walter Reed General Hospital, and Chief of the Pathology Division of the Fourth U.S. Army Medical Laboratory at Fort Sam Houston. Jerry served in Vietnam from April 1964 to March 1965 as a Pathologist and Commanding Officer of the 406th Mobile Medical Laboratory.

Jerry provided his family with countless opportunities to travel the world and experience other cultures. Some of his travels included trips to Egypt, China, Kenya (where he volunteered as a pathologist), Europe, and Finland to visit family and friends, amongst many other places.

Jerry is survived by his wife Berit; his children: Pia M. Fahs, wife of Samuel S. Puckett of Warrenville, IL, and Chad G. Fahs, husband of Meghann R. Matwichuk of Hockessin, DE; and his granddaughter Kara E. Puckett. He was preceded in death by his sister Ruby Arlene Myers.

Interment will be held at 2PM on Friday, January 6, 2023 Westminster Presbyterian Cemetery, 2151 Oregon Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601.

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January 06, 2023

I worked with Dr Fahs in pathology for years. He was there when I first started as a young woman. He was always a kind and extremely patient man. I’m so sorry to hear that he passed away. I always will remember him saying “give me a break”. I know how much he loved his family and so sorry for your loss.

January 05, 2023

Remembering Dr. Fahs, his kindness and warm smile. He will be missed.
Carla Martin, LGH Laboratory retiree

Carla Martin

January 04, 2023

Dear Berit,
Jerry will be remembered with great fondness. George looked forward to daily walks with him. Our Grandson would tag along on the walks. Jerry was a true friend and will be missed by all who knew him. Jerry and George arrived in heaven on the same day.

January 04, 2023

Jerry, gentle and kind, left a wonderful legacy for the many years he headed the LGH pathology department. He was always so accommodating, never hesitiating to take the time to help me or my residents, especially when we needed him to be there at our conferences. Nik Zervanos

January 04, 2023

My deepest sympathy to the Fahs family. I grew up with Pia & Chad. Mr. Fahs was always a kind and gentle man. I have lots of fond memories of him. Beth (Kreider) Benedick

January 04, 2023

A wonderful helper at Coterie meetings at their home. Berit, May Gerry rest in peace. Mary Jane Jasin

January 04, 2023

I am a retired family physician who knew him first as a resident in training and then as a local physician. Gerald was fine man to know and appreciated his conscientious, friendly and most competent attitude. Bill Parke

January 04, 2023

My deepest sympathy to Berit and all Of Jerry’s family. I was lucky enough to have worked with him over the years at Lancaster General Hospital and his thoughtful consultations were always appreciated. I enjoyed even more having breakfast with him occasionally with out retired doctor group, the Grumps.
Dr. Gerald Rothacker

January 04, 2023

Very Sorry for your loss. Dr. Fahs. I still remember you from LBC where you were one of my professors, around 1997. Praying God’s comfort and peace wrap around you during this time. Mark Wilcox

Services: Friday, January 06, 2023; 2:00 PM; Westminster Presbyterian Cemetery; 2151 Oregon Pike; Lancaster, PA 17601
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