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Henry F. “Buck” Troast, 89

August 16, 1931 - April 15, 2021

Henry F. “Buck” Troast, 89, of Millersville, passed away on Thursday, April 15, 2021, at Hospice & Community Care in Mount Joy. Born in Lancaster, he was the only child of the late Elizabeth E. Troast. Henry was the beloved husband of the late Carole Joan (Donehoo) Troast, and they were married 47 years at the time of her passing in 2009.

After graduating from Lancaster Catholic High School in 1949, Henry joined the U.S. Army and honorably served his country during the Korean conflict. Early on, he worked in production at RCA in Lancaster, and later as a contractor for various businesses in the area. He liked being outdoors working around the house, repairing lawn mowers and other mechanical devices, and loved going to garage sales. He also enjoyed making an almost daily trip to John Herr’s Market.

Lovingly known as “Bup” to his family, he is survived by three daughters: Mary A. Rudd (Jack) of Abingdon, MD, Bernadette M. Sheckart (John) of Mount Joy, and Ellen E. Newcomer (Clyde) of Spring Grove, PA. Also surviving are his grandchildren, Nicole and Ashley Graby, Lauren and Alex Newcomer and Connor Sheckart.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family, and Henry’s final resting place will be in St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Henry’s memory may be offered to Hospice & Community Care, 685 Good Drive, P O Box 4125, Lancaster, PA, 17604.

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April 20, 2021

Mary Ann, Bernie and Ellen, so sorry for your loss. I have so many fond memories of your parents and your family.  You are in my prayers. Your Dad was a good man.
Letavic J Phyllis

April 19, 2021

MaryAnn, Bernie and Ellie,
I have so many wonderful memories of our parents hanging out together while we all played! Especially at your house in Bausman but also at Betty’s house by Overlook!! Your Mom was such a hoot!! And your sweet dad a quiet gentle man!! 
I’m so sorry for your loss…. this is the bad part of growing up….. we are now the “old people” and we’ve lost so many of loved ones! I truly believe your parents are in heaven, together, watching down over you guys….. Buck was one of the good guys…… a true gentleman!!
How cool to have a dad that was so fabulous!?
love to all…….
Eliese

April 17, 2021

Mary and family.  Words can not express my condolences.  I remember those times at the beach.  He and your mom always made me feel like family.  
Lisa Kauffman

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