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Henry W. Dorwart, 93

March 08, 2017

Henry W. Dorwart, 93, of Lancaster died March 8, 2017 at his home. He was the husband of the late Florence Herbert Dorwart who died in 2003.
Born in Lancaster he was a son of the late Harry W. and Margaret (Resh) Dorwart, and the stepson of the late John A. Von Stetten.
He graduated from Lancaster Catholic High School, Class of 1941, and attended Franklin & Marshall College and Penn State University. Henry was a member of St. Leo the Great Catholic Church. He was past president of the Insurance Association of Central Pennsylvania, Harrisburg, and past president of the Air Force Association, York-Lancaster Chapter, and past president of the Air Force Academy Falcon Families. He was employed in the insurance industry for 32 years representing several large Multi-line Insurance Companies as a Senior Field Representative; Senior Inspector/Appraiser and Loss Control/Safety Specialist and retired from Selective Insurance Company of America, New Jersey in 1986. Henry served in the U.S. Army Air Corps and 78th Infantry Division during World War II, earning numerous military decorations including the European Theatre with Three Clusters, Combat Infantry Badge and the Bronze Star. He was a member of the 3rd Degree Knights of Columbus Council #867 and Santa Maria Assembly 4th Degree and International Order of the Alhambra, Mecca Caravan #88 having held offices in all organizations.
He is survived by his two sons and daughters-in-law: Donald and Cindy of Lancaster and Dr. Robert and Nancy of Indiana; 5 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. He is also survived by two sisters Mary Ann (Von Stetten) Carroll of FL and Margaret Rose (Von Stetten) Bisking Gates (Don) of Arkansas. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Mildred C. Parker, Elizabeth F. Brown and one brother, David E. Dorwart.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, March 18, 2017 at 12:00PM from St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, 2427 Marietta Ave. Lancaster, PA 17601 with Fr. Peter Hahn as celebrant. Interment will be held in St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery, Lancaster with Military Honors rendered by Vet 21 Salute and Red Rose Honor Guard. A viewing will be held from 10AM until the time of his funeral mass at 12PM at the church. The Santa Maria Assembly will stand guard at the church for Henry, a fellow Sir Knight.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Henry’s memory to St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, 2427 Marietta Ave, Lancaster, PA 17601 or Hospice For All Seasons, 280 South Hill Drive, Grantville, PA 17028 or the VFW, 824 1st. St. Lancaster, PA 17603 in his memory.

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March 18, 2017

My deepest sympathy to Bob & Don and their families. Your mom & dad grew up with my parents and they enjoyed life together as good friends. I have fond memories of your dad with his humorous stories & my parents always had stories to tell about your dad too. I will never forget the story my mom told me about your dad in grade school on his bike & he needed air in his tires. He went to put air in his tires not checking the gauge & as a result, his pants blew off and one of his sister’s ran home shouting Henry got shot! I can just imagine what Mr. Dorwart’s mom thought! He was just naturally comical and that is what I loved about him. He had spunk & there was never a dull moment! Now, I can only imagine what’s going on now in Heaven cause your dad is up there now & my dad is asking, Henry what took you so long? May he rest now with his Maker & join your mom & his friends! Thank God in Heaven, he has a sense of humor! I will keep you in my prayers. Patty Sabatine

March 17, 2017

Much love goes out to Don, Bob and their families. We wish we could be there for all of you, but are unable to attend -Melody, because of work, and myself, due to sickness. I had planned on coming up from Charlotte with brother Tom, and although not there physically, am surely there with you in spirit. Know that I will always cherish my very special Godfather, Uncle Heney, as will my sister, Donna, who also had the honor of sharing Uncle Heney as Godfather. His wonderful sense of humor was one of the great highlights of my childhood, and his infectious laugh that brought joy to us all will remain with me always. I miss you and your famililies, and rememeber your Mom, Aunt Flossie as well, now in communion with your Dad! ….Bob Parker

March 12, 2017

When I came to Armstrong from Miichigan in 1964, Hen and Flossie practically adopted me. Flossie and I worked in the PR Department. I was single, a stranger in Lancaster … and Hen and Flossie looked out for me. Then I had the good fortune to work with their son, Don, for several years in Armstrong’s Advertising Department. I am a better person because of my relationships with the Dorwart family. RIP, Hen.
Tom Burgum

March 11, 2017

My love to Bob, Don and their families. They did a great job caring for their father. I will not be attending Henry’s funeral but my three daughters: Kathy. Patty and Susan Rettig will be there. Henry had a struggle with his health for many years, now he is has eternal peace. Love, Mary Ann Carroll

March 11, 2017

Peg and I are sorry we cannot come to Pennsylvania for Henry’s service. He was dearly loved by Peg and I. Peg will always have wonderful memories of her best buddy and big brother. Henry was always there for her. I m going to miss him as well. He always called me “Bill” because of my last name. I only knew him for a short while and also have good memories. We send our condolences to the family. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Don and Peg Gates

Visitation: Saturday, March 18, 2017; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM; St. Leo the Great Catholic Church; 2427 Marietta Ave.; Lancaster, PA
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Services: Saturday, March 18, 2017; 12:00 PM; St. Leo the Great Catholic Church; 2427 Marietta Ave.; Lancaster, PA
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