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J. Lester Witwer, 89

June 04, 2016

On Saturday, June 4, 2016, at 7:28PM, J. Lester Witwer ended his earthly journey and was ushered into the arms of his Lord and Savior. He passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side at Colonial Manor Nursing Home after a battle with Alzheimers. He was the loving husband of Mildred Burkhart Witwer. They would have been married 70 years on July 13th. Born on December 19, 1926 in Lancaster, PA, he was the son of the late Elmer E. and Amy W. Witwer.
Lester graduated from Penn Manor High School in 1944. He worked many years for Way Oil Company as a fuel oil delivery driver and later as a delivery driver for Williams Apothecary in Lancaster. Lester served in the U.S. Merchant Marines during WWII.
He was a longtime member of First Assembly of God Church in Lancaster and later, New Life Assembly of God. He and Millie sang in the choir for many years and they often sang duets in church.
Lester is survived by his wife, Millie, a son John L. husband of Suzanne, a daughter, Jodi K. Witwer Brown, sister E. June Armstrong all of Lancaster; eight grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a son, Thomas J. Witwer and two brothers, Gilbert E. and Kenneth W. Witwer.
The family would like to express their sincere thanks and gratitude to the staff of Colonial Manor for the wonderful care of Lester during his final days.
A Memorial Service will be held at the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 441 N. George St, Millersville, PA 17551 on Saturday, June 11, 2016 at 2PM with the Rev. Dominick Paglia officiating. Friends and relatives may call from 1 to 2PM at the funeral home on Saturday. Interment will be at convenience of the family. Kindly omit flowers. Contributions in Lester’s memory may be made to the Alzheimers Association, Greater PA Chapter, 2595 Interstate Dr, Suite 100, Harrisburg, PA 17110 or the Colonial Manor Nursing Home, 970 Colonial Ave, York, PA 17403.

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January 23, 2017

Dear Millie, Yesterday I re-counted the story to my daughter in law of how you and Les stood by Nelson and I in 1987, while we were going through the pregnancy over the birth of our first son.  Now that young man is a healthy US Marine.  Your prayers and encouragement meant so much to us and I always remember yall when I think of those times.  Remembering that inspired me to look yall up on google and that is how I found Les’s obituary.  I am so sorry to learn of your loss!  You are in our thoughts and prayers!  ~ two of your Victory Chapel friends, Nelson and Dora Messner

June 10, 2016

Dear Millie and family,   This is Doris (Shenk) Mohler who married your cousin, Harold Mohler.  Of course, you will recall that you made my wedding gown when you still lived near Willow Street along Route 272.  You and I also worked together on Central Market selling lunch meats and cheese.
We were so sorru to read of Les’ death, and especially of his battle with Alzheimer’s.  In September of 2015 my oldest brother died of the same devastating illness at age 79 in Virginia.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.  I wish I could have heard you and Les sing!
From Harold and Doris Mohler
June 10, 2016

June 10, 2016

Always enjoyed talking to Les at the Witwer reunion. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
 
                                                                           Bets and Harold Wright

June 10, 2016

John, Nancy and I are sorry for your loss and are praying for you and Sue. He apparently was an amazing man, and you were blessed to call him “Dad.” Steve Sabol

June 09, 2016

Dear John, Suzanne and family.so sorry for your loss, you are in our prayers, Sincerely Joe and Betty McGowan

June 09, 2016

Hello to Millie and family-  You all are on our hearts and in our prayers. Have been going back with our thoughts and remembering all the wonderful times we spent together! Such sweet memories!! May the Lord bless you as you lean on His love and grace to walk through this chapter of life ! We love You! Dave and Beanie

June 09, 2016

My prayers and condolences to you John and your entire family!!  I have a fond memory of you and your father spending some time playing in the water at Crystal Beach, Md. when we were kids!!  Rely on God’s promise of eternal life and your many fond memories of your father !   Sincerely, Sharon Mowrer Henry

June 08, 2016

I only got to know this family for a short time.
Lester touch my heart and so did this family!!!
sorry for your loss, he will be missed!
Lester we will meet again and I will have my flower in my hair ready to dance.
Love you guys
Donna Stahl/Steve Eberhart 

June 08, 2016

John and Suzanne I am so sorry for your loss. May you memories of your Dad make you smile every day. You are in my thoughts and prayers. 
Hugs 
Lori VanHorne 

June 08, 2016

Hello to the family and Rev. Paglia.  I know you from the First Assembly Church and the New Life church. Psalms 23 and 91

 

Jeffrey Sipe

June 08, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time for your loss.  But rejoicing that he is with Jesus and has a new body and no more pain.  Pat Eckman     New Life church

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441 North George Street
Millersville, PA 17551
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