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Jean M. Spangler, 73

March 03, 2017

Jean M. Spangler, 73, of Lancaster, PA passed away Friday, March 3, 2017 at her home. She was the wife of the late Richard L. Spangler who passed away in 1987.

Born in Cassandra, PA she was the daughter of the late John and Theresa (Brisini) Smolko. Jean was a 1961 graduate of J.P. McCaskey High School and a 1964 graduate of the Reading Hospital School of Nursing, She was an RN and worked at various nursing positions in her career. Besides enjoying her family and friends she was an avid Phillies fan. She was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Lancaster.

She is survived by a daughter Beth wife of David Garner of Ephrata and a grand-daughter, Emma Kate Garner; one brother Dr. James Smolko husband of Helen of York, PA. Jean is also survived by extended family and many friends. Jean was preceded in death by her son Benjamin J. Spangler in 2007.

Memorial services will be held Saturday, March 11, 2017 at 3:30PM from the Charles F. Snyder, Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. Interment will be held privately. A visitation with her family will be held from 1:30PM until the time of her service at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Mental Health America of Lancaster County, 630 Janet Avenue, Lancaster, PA 17601 and/or Faith Friendship Ministries, 128 W. Main Street, PO Box 567, Mountville, Pa 17554 in her memory.

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April 03, 2017

Beth Emma and family,
Just heard about your mom. Jean was a great lady. She always tried to keep Ben and I out of trouble. I have fond memories from OMPH and hanging out at your house.
Love,
Andy Spangler 

March 24, 2017

Dear Family and Friends,
Jean was the sweetest lady with a huge heart of compassion for the “least of these”. She used her talents and gifts that God had given her to bring HIM Glory by sharing HIS love of Mercy and Grace to everyone in her path. 
We, at Faith Friendship Ministries had many memorable moments of Joy and experienced her acts of God’s love as she visited our family and our Home. Jean will be missed so very much, her words of encouragement, and kind care for those around her. May you as family and us as friends be comforted in the fact that Jean served well and leaves us with wonderful memories to draw on.  Patty & Steve Dietch and all the family of Faith Friendship Ministries of Mountville.    

March 15, 2017

I have good memories of working with Jean at Ephrata Hospital in the Partial Hospitalization Program.  She was so much fun to be around and I’ll remember her laugh.  I was also good friends with Ben and graduated from school with him.  Praying for you, Beth and family, as you grieve the loss of a wonderful mother and grandmother.   Gloria (Wenger) Martin

March 10, 2017

Your mother and I started a private duty case together and both said we couldn’t have made it without the other.   She would organize our get togethers after the case was done and we had so much fun.   I will miss her smile and encouragement.  Cynthia Welsch

March 10, 2017

Memories from Reading Hospital. You will be remembered.
To your family;  Your Mother, Sister-in law, Brother, grandma was a great gal and brought smiles to all.
Karen Wike Meiner

March 09, 2017

Jean was the best friend and traveling buddy anyone could have.  She was smart, funny and loving. She gave good advice when asked and never judged. She was always there for us in good times and bad.  The world is not as warm and beautiful now that she is gone.  But we know that we have a splendid angel looking out for us.
Deepest Condolences to Beth, David and Emma.  You will always be in our prayers.  Love, Connie and Tom Berg

March 09, 2017

Dear Beth and family,
   Jean had great spirit and was a joy to be around. She was so supportive and kind to those around her, she will be greatly missed by us all. Take heart from the fact that she touched so many lives that memories of her will keep us smiling when we think of her.
Kathy Hanna

March 07, 2017

Sorry for your loss of a lovely lady.  I knew Jean when we worked as private duty nurses on the same case several years ago.  We shared good times and lots of laughs.  May God comfort you greatly now and forever as you remember Mom.
 
Kathy Lesher

March 07, 2017

Dear Beth,
So sad for you.  Your mom was such a lovely person.  The last time I saw was Easter 2014.    You probably remember my son, Andy, more so than me.  Andy and Ben were best friends in school. I will be praying for Jean and will also light a candle for her when I go to church on Sunday.
Fran (Lombardo) Spangler

March 07, 2017

Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your loved one. Jean was a classmate of mine in nursing school. When I remember Jean, I fondly recall her infectious laugh and love of life. 
Sincerely,
Michele Pappas Garrett

March 07, 2017

To Beth and family..Jim and Helen…
May this find you in peace and memories of good times…
May her memory be eternal…
Tom and Amy
Dave and Dolores
Aunt France

March 07, 2017

To jean’s family and friends so sorry for your loss I was a former neighbor of Jean’s. i can still hear her laughter. 
Deepest sympathy
Vicki Keiser-Ahlquist
Acworth Ga

March 07, 2017

Daughter BETH, Brother Jim, and family, Deeply saddened at your loss. Jeannie will always remain in my heart as a friend with whom I shared much youthful Joy. Grew up together. Judy Rainey Barone

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1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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3110 Lititz Pike
Lititz, PA 17543
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