Obituaries
Irene Lorraine (McGee) Myers, 90
July 30, 2021
Irene Lorraine (McGee) Myers passed away at Hospice Inpatient Care on Friday July 30, 2021. Lorraine was the wife of Howard Myers for 40 years who passed away in 2009.
Lorraine was the daughter of the late John and Irene (Simmons) McGee. Born and raised in Mt. Caramel, she was the second oldest growing up with 6 brothers. Lorraine moved to Lancaster in her early 20s and raised her family. Lorraine worked at RCA/GE for 30 years and Rebman’s for 12 years. Lorraine volunteered at Regional Hospital for 9 years and also with Meals on Wheels.
Lorraine always had a zest for life and loved being around people! She enjoyed camping, crabbing and spending time at the shore and bay with her family & friends. Lorraine always made a special trip to Bird in Hand Farm Market and relished eating out at Olive Garden with her grandchildren. In her older years she enjoyed the company of her many friends at Ruoff Towers; attending bingo, picnics and chatting in the courtyard!
Lorraine will be missed by her daughter Madeline Bonholtzer, wife of Scott Bonholtzer. She is also survived by daughter April Wolf, wife of Michael Wolf, her brother Vincent McGee, 3 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Howard, son Warren “Butch” Ploppert, great grandson Cody Bonholtzer and 5 brothers.
Interment will be at East Fairview Church of the Brethren in Manheim at the convenience of the family. The family would like to thank her neighbors at Ruoff Towers for their friendship and always checking on her. In lieu of flowers Lorraine’s wishes were for donations to be sent to St. John’s Episcopal Church, 321 W Chestnut Street, Lancaster, PA 17603.
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Condolences to the Family
August 11, 2021
Dear Madeline and family, I was so sad when I read in Sunday’s newspaper that your mother had passed away. I still look down over the backyards and think she should be standing down there. She was without a doubt the BEST neighbor anyone could have. She always included Allison in Easter egg hunts and always brought us a loaf or two of rye bread from the bakery in Frackville every time they went for a ride up there. I have santas that Howard made and she painted that I put up every year, and then think about both of them fondly. She would have her car inspected and then walk up to our house and wait for her car to be finished, and we would have the best talks about the old times on Lemon Street, they don’t make neighbors like that anymore. Lorraine, Rest In Peace you will be missed by the Smithgall’s forever.
Our Deepest Sympathy, Debbie and Charlie Smithgall
August 08, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss, and prayers to all of you.
I have so many good memories of Mom Myers, and she will be missed.
Carol Ploppert Brenner
August 05, 2021
Hugs for all of the family. We have so many great memories with “Aunt Rainey”. She loved talking about her grandchildren and especially her greatgrand children.
Jere, Sherry, Jeremy, Hilary,Tyler & Emma
