Obituaries
Jere P. Oster, Sr., 89
November 24, 2024
Jere P. Oster, Sr., 89, of Lancaster, passed away on November 24, 2024.
He was the husband of Mary L. Hoffman, the love of his life, and they celebrated 71 years of marriage this past October 10th. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Paul E. and Bertha E. Phillips Oster. He was a 1952 graduate of JP McCaskey High School where he was a member of the track team. He had also been a member of the 1949 East End Panthers, the New Era Midget Champions.
Jere had retired from the former Hamilton Watch Company as an engraver for 47 ½ years. After his retirement, he worked part time at Lancaster Country Day School.
In addition to his wife, Mary, he is survived by his children: Jere P. Jr. married to Robin Howe Oster of Harrisburg, and Michael E. married to Candi Gross Oster of Lancaster; his 5 grandchildren, 3 step grandchildren, his 5 great grandchildren, and his 3 step great grandchildren.
Services will be private. In lieu of contributions, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice & Community Care, 685 Good Drive, Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125 or to Leo’s Helping Paws, 1284 Wheatland Ave., Lancaster, PA 17603.
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Condolences to the Family
April 27, 2025
Mary,
I just today saw that Jere passed back in November (2024). I was going to try to email the two of you to check-in to see how you are doing, and in that process I saw Jere’s obituary. Please accept condolences both from me and from others at Lancaster Country Day School who worked with you and Jere. I hope you are doing okay… I am sure this is a difficult adjustment. Please feel free to reach out to me with if you have a chance, and then we can share updates. I am including my email in this form submission.
With kind thoughts,
Todd Trout
troutt@lancastercountryday.org
Lancaster Country Day School
December 03, 2024
With deepest sympathies. Remembering a good man.
Allen and Janet Wendler
December 01, 2024
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time.
Ramon and Patsy (Miller) Pabon
December 01, 2024
Sorry for your loss.
Doug&Pat Roschel
December 01, 2024
My deepest condolences to Mary Lee Mikie And Jerry. Jere was always so kind to me and my children a true gentleman. May he RIP. Sincerely Bonnie Schlager
December 01, 2024
Dear Mary and family, I have many fond memories of Jere spending time with you and Izzy at our home over the years. I know how much he loved you all and was devoted to you, Mary. May his name be remembered with love and blessings.
Rosanne & David Selfon
November 26, 2024
Our thoughts & prayers to all of the family! Uncle Jere was a great uncle! ❤️
November 26, 2024
What a wonderful man we had the pleasure of calling our friend. He was a good soul and will be missed greatly. Our prayers to Mary Lee, Jere, Robin, Mike , Candi and the family. May Pop SIP and know he was loved.
