Obituaries
Herbert Lefever Book, 94
Herbert Lefever Book, 94 of Lancaster, passed away on Monday August 11, 2008 at Maple Farms Nursing Center in Akron, PA. He was born March 28, 1914, in Refton, Pennsylvania, a son of the late Milo and Mabel (Lefever) Book.
Herb was married to Joan K. Harnish for 60 years. Joan died on August 15, 2001. Herb was a devoted father and grandfather to his family. He is survived by his four children, Jerry Book of Lancaster, PA, husband of Paulette, Herb Book of Tualatin Oregon, husband of Patti, Kathi Book, partner of Bryant Brown, of Ocean City, Maryland, and Helen Shaubach, of Lancaster, PA, wife of Craig. He has six grandchildren, Jasen Book, son of Jerry and Paulette Book, Jonathan and Alison Book, children of Herb and Patti Book, David Niklaus, son of Kathi Book, Lauren and Lyndsy Shaubach, daughters of Helen and Craig Shaubach. He was preceded in death by his two sisters, Helen and Miriam.
Herb went to school at East Lampeter High School where he excelled at basketball and baseball. He worked at RCA in Lancaster where he also played baseball. After leaving RCA he began a career in Real Estate sales, which included the formation of his own brokerage, Book Real Estate. Herb was an avid golfer, and a Charter member of Conestoga Country Club, a member of Media Heights Country Club, and Olde Hickory Golf Course and the Elks Club of Lancaster. He also enjoyed gardening and feeding and caring for birds and other wildlife.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, August 23rd at St John Neumann Catholic Church 601 East Delp Rd. Lancaster PA. 17601 at 10AM with Rev. Michael Culkin as Celebrant. There will be a visitation from 9AM until the time of the service. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Herb’s memory to the American Heart Association 610 Community Way, Suite1, Lancaster PA 17603. Arrangements by the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home and Chapel Inc. Lititz, PA 560- 5100. To send an online condolence, please visit www.snyderfuneralhome.com.
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Dear Family of Uncle Herb,
I have wonderful memories of Uncle Herb and Aunt Joan from our family reunions. Uncle Herb was always so happy to be around family and you could tell how much he cherished each one of you. I believe he knew how fortunate he was to be able to enjoy such a long and prosperous life. I am sorry for the loss you feel and will keep you in my thoughts & prayers as you find your way to peace, and the comfort of your precious memories.
With Love to All,
Cousin Judy & Pat Kiely and Children Ali, Maureen, and Carolyn
Sorry to learn of Herb’s passing. He was a first class gentleman on all ways. I met him back around 1955 and will include him in my prayers.
Joseph Kelly
So sorry to hear about Pappy.
Abby and Lyndsy
So sorry to hear about Pappy
Your Truly,
The Williams + Lyndsy
Please accept my condolences in the passing of your father and grandfather.
I often thought of him but had not kept in touch. Reading his obituary brought
back memories of all of you. Your mother spoke often of her children and grandchildren. I worked with your mother at Commonwealth Mailing. I enjoyed working with her and highly respected her. God bless you as you adjust to life without Herb.
Sincerely
Sarah Miller
