December 17, 2024

If it wasn’t for clair I wouldn’t have graduated I really enjoyed having him as a teacher.

December 17, 2024

Clair was my ffa leader and my teacher for 4 years. He was also my mentor for my senior project if not for hin I would not have graduated. He also taught my brother a few classes. He was a great teacher. One day he caught a bunch of us with dip in our mouth while building a shed for a class. He said I noticed some are suffering from fat lip syndrome. I don’t wann see it again. He could have gotten 7 of us suspended but he decided to give us a break and because we actually respected him we decided to listen and we stopped. Greatful he didn’t take it to the principal. 
James hanna

June 20, 2022

Jane & Family
I just read that Jay had passsed away in the recent DVC magazine mailing. I always remember Jay as a gentle giant that was fun to be around especially on the judging team. I remember meeting you once with Jay and I think you were from Eynon like my Mom was and we talked about “Sugerman’s”. Please accept my condolences and happy memeories of you and Jay. 
Tom Park (Porky)
Pittsboro, IN

October 24, 2021

Our heartfelt sympathy to the entire Witwer family.  We have many fond memories of times spent together growing up and attending Kinzer Church together.  May God comfort all of you at this difficult time and sustain you in the days ahead. Love and prayers, Paul and Faye Clark

October 20, 2021

Joann and I will very much miss Wit, an ever-present fellow judge at so many bbq contests.  He was always in good spirits and would do whatever was needed to help make each competition successful.  Flights of angels to escort you to your heavenly home, dear friend, where the bbq will always be triple 9s.
Blair Smith

October 20, 2021

My sincere condolences to Jane, Laura and Joseph at this time of great loss. I know Clair has left a big hole in each of your hearts with his sudden departure. He has had great influence on so many lives. His dry sense of humor, quick wit and pranks leave a long line of memories. My big brother Clair was given the nick name Wit in high school and has worn that name well. Thinking of back then, I remember the day Clair took a teacher’s shoes from under the teacher’s desk and put one on the outside door knob of that door and the other on the next room. I had class in that room following his class. I noticed the teacher standing behind the desk in front of the room and not by the chalkboard. Part way through class, there was a knock on the door and another teacher opened the door holding a shoe. He asked “are you missing this?” They both went down the hall to search for the other shoe. When he returned, he looked right at me and said “tell your big brother, just wait until I see him again.” Come to think of it, I never did hear what happened next. Then there was a time our whole family was invited to Sunday dinner and Clair decided to stay home. Mom was sure he would make a sandwich or heat some leftovers. I remember her surprise when she found the meat wrapper in the trash and she checked the fridge for leftovers. Clair had gone to the meat freezer from butchering a beef, pulled out a family size Tbone steak, cooked and ate the whole thing. How’s that for a first cooking attempt. Then he went on to be a wonderful BBQ and grill master. Can’t help but wonder if he’s grilling in heaven.
I am keeping you all in my prayers. The days ahead will be difficult, but with God’s love and strength and the help of family and friends, you will get through this. Rest in Peace big brother, rest in peace. Love you, Janet Witwer
 
 

October 19, 2021

We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the Witwer family. Clair was an outstanding vocational agriculture teacher that I worked with many years ago in Lancaster county. Robert Woods and family

October 19, 2021

I was so sorry to learn the news of Clair’s passing. The Dandeker and Witwer families have been friends for many years and we all have wonderful memories of our times together starting when we were all in elementary school. It’s wonderful to read what an influence he had during his years of teaching. Clair’s humor was an amazing part of his personality. Thinking of you all with love and prayers. Sincere condolences to all his family and friends from me and all the Dandeker family. 

October 19, 2021

Jane and family,
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Anita and Jerry Brooks

October 19, 2021

Clair will be missed as a young Ag Teacher I came to know Clair and see him at many Ag events. His advice and knowledge was always welcome. 
John Hines

October 19, 2021

He was a great teacher class of 2001 Derek cummings now Derek Solitario he helped me learn bout all engines and now i work on all my own equitment for my landscaping business he will be truely missed hey witwer say hi to my mom while ur shinning in heaven 
Greatest teacher ever 
Derek solitario

October 18, 2021

The Central Columbia FFA Chapter and Agricultural/Environmental Science Program send our thoughts and prayers to Mr. Clair Witwer’s family. An outstanding educator who had passion for the agricultural industry and the students and athletes he taught and coached.
Doug Brown

October 18, 2021

I am so sad to hear of his passing. I always enjoyed our conversations. He will be missed by the ag community for sure!
Marv Zimmerman

October 18, 2021

Clair was a great mentor who instilled his love for small gas engines and agriculture to many.  As a younger teacher interested in ag mechanics, he was always willing to offer his patience and guidance to me and for that I am grateful.  He always enjoyed the Ag Teacher and FFA conferences and the chance to laugh, learn and teach.  He will be missed, but his legacy lives on in all that had the fortunate opportunity to work with, learn from and know him.  
Dianna Jarema

October 18, 2021

I spent 7 years teaching Ag at Manheim Central. Through those years, Clair and I got to be good friends. He taught me lot’s about teaching Small Engines. I always had fun when on trips or at competition with Clair. I regret not keeping in contact. God Bless Clair and his family.

October 17, 2021

A true loss to the ag community and Delaware Valley alumni group.  I will miss working with Clair and listening to the barbeque stories   rest in peace Clair.  Heartfelt condolences to the family.

October 17, 2021

Clair was a gentleman and a professional. It was my pleasure to work with him over the past few years.  He utilized some of the products I represent and he was a very thoughtful man.  He had customers who would trust no one else with their animal nutrition.  He will be missed by all.
John Clark

October 16, 2021

Mr. Witwer was my ag teacher at Pequea Valley for 3 years. He was my favorite high school teacher. Things he taught us I use until this day. He was a major difference maker in my life. He will be greatly missed. Jeff Fitzwater

October 16, 2021

Mr. Witwer was a great teacher. I never had any of his classes but he was well known to all students because he would stand out in the hallway and greet us in the mornings and at the end of the day. 
-Amanda Brown, PVHS 2001

October 16, 2021

I am so sorry for your lost! Clair was a amazing guy he was so nice when I met him at bbq comps always had a smile on his face! Heaven has another great angel! 

October 16, 2021

So sorry to hear of Wit’s passing, It was a pleasure to know him, he was always willing to do what was needed inside or outside of the tent to make sure the contest went well.  He enjoyed sharing his BBQ knowledge with new judges. We will miss seeing him in the the judging tent. Our deepest sympathy for his family.  Nancy & Don Muller 

October 16, 2021

I have only known Wit for a short time though the SCA judging. You knew he liked you when you got teased by him. It may have been short but to me he was a friendly guy

October 16, 2021

Mr. Witwer will definitely be missed. He was my favorite teacher. I have learned so many things from him. My sympathies to his family. Praying for your family. Class of 1995

October 16, 2021

Wit was an incredible advocate for his students, and encouraged all of the young men and women who had the privilege of learning from him. His passion extended to his fellow Ag Teachers and FFA Advisors across the state. Clair will be greatly missed, his legacy lives on in those who knew and loved him.
Sincerely,
PA Assoc. Of Ag Educators 

October 16, 2021

So sorry to here of the passing of this great educator and wrestling  coach his influence  on me and many others will last my life time on how to a good human being my condolence to the hole witwer  family  Ron Groff class of 1985

October 16, 2021

Wit was such an amazing person.  He will be missed more than words can say.  Heaven has another angel.
Rolfe and Robyn Garrett

October 16, 2021

Wit you will be missed at that judges table going forward. We will not have your humor to make us all laugh. We will also miss your welcoming support to new judges and cooks. Thoughts and prayers to your family and May they enjoy all their found memories. 
Stu and Kathy