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Jamal M. McCaskell, 21

June 09, 2019

Jamal M. McCaskell, 21, of Millersville, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 9, 2019. Born in York, PA he was the son of Timothy McCaskell and Lila “Celeste” Cleckley and beloved stepson to Tonya (Martinez) McCaskell.
Jamal was a 2016 graduate of Penn Manor High School where he played on the football team. He was a part of the team that had the privilege to travel to Ireland and play a game, where he scored the first touchdown of the game. Jamal had a deep passion for the game of football and could be heard talking about the game to many friends and family. He also enjoyed working out and being at the gym.
He attended HACC and Hudson Valley College in NY.
Jamal worked at Tobias S. Frog Restaurant, Wendy’s, the Country Barn in Lancaster and also as security in a night club while living in WV. He was currently employed as a machine operator for Sonoco Display and Packaging Co. in York.
He is survived by his seven sisters, Elexus McCaskell of Columbia, SC, Alexandria Kresh companion of Tom of Lancaster, Meagan Kresh companion of Isaiah of Millersville, Cameron Males of Millersville, Talaysi Barnwell, Jazmin Barnwell both of Columbia, SC and Olivia Clark of Millersville and a brother, Timothy McCaskell Jr., of Williston, SC. Also surviving is his paternal grandmother, Joann Smalls wife of William of Bamberg, SC; maternal grandmother, Doloris Simpson, one nephew and a host of cousins and extended family and many friends who loved him dearly. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Pink McCaskell, maternal grandfather, Jasper Cleckley and his aunt, Kerri Martinez.
Family and friends will be received from 2-4PM on Friday, June 14, 2019 followed by a Celebration of Jamal’s Life at 4PM at the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA. Interment will be private. Flowers will be received, however if so desired contributions in Jamal’s memory may be made to Lupus Foundation of America, Philadelphia Tri-State Chapter, 101 Greenwood Ave, Suite 200, Jenkintown, PA 19046.

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June 17, 2019

Our community is so saddened to hear of Jamal’s passing. Wishing Jamal’s loved ones the best during this difficult time. We are keeping you all in our thoughts.
Lupus Foundation

June 14, 2019

My heart goes out to you and your family.  Know you are in our prays, we are thinking of you during thia time.
Ron Alicea

June 11, 2019

Tim Mc Caskell and Your Families,
Tim
Angel told me right away this morning after my vacation this past weekend.
i was devastated.
i have asked God for a Guardian Angel to descend on you and your family to guide you all, protect and heal.
The network of friends and family, as well as outsiders like me, are with you physically, spiritually and emotionally.
Keep in mind, it takes time to grieve then heal.
Debra McLeod

June 11, 2019

Me prayers go out to his family.  My Jamal rest in Peace in Jesus name.
Jeanette Bamberg

June 11, 2019

I knew Jamal from school, being a year younger. He was nice & always tried to make people laugh. I’m so sorry for his family & friends, it was very obvious that he cared & loved you all. My heart is with you during this hard time ❤
Susan Black

June 11, 2019

Our warmest condolences, may you feel the comfort and love of the many people who are praying for you and your family.
Betty and Jose Cruz

June 11, 2019

To my brother Tim and the entire McCaskell family, 
Words can’t begin to express the hurt and sorrow that I feel in my heart for you and the family. Jamal was like a nephew to me and other brothers who are close to Tim and we will all miss him dearly. I will forever remember Jamal as that little kid that always sat on the floor and played with his toy men but he was raised up well to be a respectable young man who always said “Yes Sir, No Sir, Yes Mam and No Mam when talking to adults. Tim, you did an excellent job at raising Jamal and guiding him in the right direstion as his Daddy, Father and Parent. God has and will continue to find favor in you and upon your life.
I thank God for Jamal’s life and his 21 years of living and I’m so very thankful that I was able to tell him that I Loved him and to always trust God when we last talked. It is my earnest prayer that God will will continue to wrap his precious and loving arms around the entire family during this time of sorror and in the seasons to come. It is my prayer that we all will remember the words of Psalm 23 and embed it in our hearts and to do as David said in Psalm 121:1-2 whenever our tears begin to touch under our chin and our hearts are burdened with sadness as we remember Jamal and the time that God allowed us to have him. Know that I Love you much family and always trust God.
Extended Uncle Tracy

June 11, 2019

Dear McCaskell Family,
As you know, I met Jamal through John. He’s one of the nicest, most respectful young men that I’ve had the opportunity to know. At the family gatherings, he always offered to help and his smile, that Jamal smile warmed your heart.
My heart goes out to you and I pray that you can find the courage to face the days ahead.
God Bless you all,
Jennifer

June 11, 2019

I remember the first time I met Jamel. It was years ago when my youngest son Joey was on the practice field for football in Dallastown. Joey was so excited to have this popular kid come over and say hi to him. Joey said, mom this is my friend Jamel. Jamel just look at me and laughed. He didnt have the heart to tell him he actually came over to say hi to the kid next to him. He was always such a kind kid. I will keep his family in my thoughts and prayers. 
Denise Foster

June 11, 2019

Tim, Celeste, Tonya, Meagan and family…we are so terribly sorry to hear of Jamal’s passing.  He was such a wonderful young man, always so pleasant and polite, a good friend and teammate to our son, Jack, and, of course, always a joy to watch on the football field (until he left Dallastown for Penn Manor, that is).  Our hearts just break for you all.  Sending love and prayers your way from the Marks Family (Bill, Jill, BJ & Jack).

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Friday, June 14, 2019
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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3110 Lititz Pike
Lititz, PA 17543
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