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Henry H. Eshleman, 103

February 16, 2020

Henry H. Eshleman, 103, a resident of United Zion Retirement Community, went to be with his Heavenly Father on Sunday, February 16, 2020 unexpectedly at LGH. Born in Rapho Twp., Manheim, PA, he was the son of the late J. Daniel and Mabel (Hershey) Eshleman. He was the devoted husband of the late Grace (Wenger) Eshleman for over 54 years and later to the late Lois (Martin) Eshleman for over 21 years.

He was a member of Salem Ridge Community Church in Greencastle, PA. Henry also volunteered at Book Savers, World Treasures, and Bible Release Time in Greencastle and Hagerstown, MD.

Henry was a kind and gentle man who was loved by many. He was a devoted and loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

He is survived by two sons, Kenneth Eshleman married to Dorothy (Baum) of Lititz, Mark Eshleman married to Barbara (Franck) of Hanover; four grandchildren, Ken, Tami, Natalie, Nicole and eight great-grandchildren. Also surviving are six step-children, Delbert (Carol) Martin, of Williamsport, MD, Linford (JoAnn) Martin of Baxter, KY, Carolyn (Dale) Mellinger of Lancaster, Roger (Linda) Martin of Greencastle, PA, Wilma (the late Mike) Martin of Greencastle, PA and Lowell Martin (companion Dee Prince) of Hagerstown, MD; twelve step-grandchildren, Dirk, Valerie, Ellen, Kimberly, Lois, Lynette, Duane, Loretta, Shannon, Rochelle, Angie, Jill, and fifteen step-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Robert and Raymond Eshleman.

Funeral Services will be held at 11AM on Saturday, February 22, 2020 at East Petersburg Mennonite Church, 6279 Main St, East Petersburg, PA 17520. Interment will be private in Hernley’s Mennonite Cemetery. Family and friends will be received from 10-11AM at the church on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Salem Ridge Community Church, 441 Pensinger Rd, Greencastle, PA 17225.

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February 23, 2020

  Sorry for your loss, doug remembers henry being his bus driver in elementary  school and picking corn for his dad.  Know hes in the lord’s hands now and peaceful. Couldnt believe how clear his mind was when went to see him last year!
Doug and shirley hodecker

February 21, 2020

Ken, Dottie and family. My prayers and thoughts will be with you during this difficult time. Even though ihave never met him, I feel I know him from all the wonderful stories I have heard. What a kind man. 
Linda C Hessinger

February 19, 2020

To Ken & Dot, Mark & Barb,  I had the privilege of knowing your dad in Lancaster Cty. and also in Franklin Cty.  He was a face from home when I moved here.  I can’t begin to tell you how much I respected and appreciated him.  Always a smile and a sweet prescence.  My condolences to you all.  May God comfort you.  ~Dale & Mary Ann (Landis) Ogburn

February 19, 2020

Wonderful man. Always a joy to be around. Our family has wonderful memories of Henry. Our fondest memories is playing a board game with him. Prayers to family. We are happy that we got to know him.
Dorothy,Doug and Joe

February 18, 2020

Henry was a delite to everyone he met. His smile was infectious. He was well loved by everyone. I only know some of the Martin family but he will be missed especially by Jill. Henry never knew the word step- grandchildren. He loved them as they were his own.
Donna Caley-Mock
 

February 18, 2020

Thank you Henry for your faithfulness and love. You will be deeply missed by those who loved you.
Merry and Beth Segal

Visitation
Saturday, February 22, 2020
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
East Petersburg Mennonite Church
6279 Main St
East Petersburg, PA
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