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Jere Raymond Johnson, 73
May 15, 2025
Jere Raymond Johnson, 73, of Lancaster, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of Sarah (Craig) Johnson and the late Edmund N. Johnson. He proudly graduated from Conestoga Valley, class of 1970 and later graduated from Indiana University of Pennsylvania with a bachelor’s in science in economics. For most of his career he worked for the United States Postal Service where he retired in 2021 and for some time worked for Patwil Homes Real estate. His family will remember him being on the sidelines at all their sporting events cheering them on. He found great joy in attending family functions and social events where some remember him by being the “life of the party”. Jere was a regular at Zig’s Bakery and enjoyed traveling when time allowed.
Surviving in addition to his mom, Sarah, are three sisters, Patricia J. Hildebrand, Nancy J. Wilson and her significant other Bob Brackbill, Sharon L. Johnson, one niece, Jill wife of Matt Williams, one nephew, Chris Hildebrand, two great nieces, Hannah, Lexi as well as one great nephew, Owen. Preceding him in death is a brother-in-law, Terry L. Hildebrand.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a funeral service at Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz PA 17543, on Friday, May 30, 2025, at 11:00 AM. There will be a viewing from 9:30 AM until the time of service. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family. Those desiring may send contributions in Jere’s memory to the Diabetes Foundation, https://diabetesfoundationinc.org/get-involved/ways-to-give/.
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Condolences to the Family
May 30, 2025
Met JereJohnson in 2000 while working at the Post Office Carrier Annex. Even until 2021 when he retired, he was always JereJohnson. He was one of my favorite people to work with during my 43 years at the PO. Always upbeat and a positive influence whatever he was doing. Will miss you JereJohnson, stopped by your house the day after you passed away because I was back in PA. Regrets that I hadn’t stopped earlier. Condolences to his family and friends.
Dominick DiNunzio
May 28, 2025
Andy and I send our heartfelt comdolences to family and friends. We are still in shock and disbelief that Jere is gone. We are all compartmentalizing, taking one day at a time.
I was lucky to have him in my life for over fifty years. We pursued an easy banter several times a week on Bluetooth while driving. At every party we heard “Where’s Jere?” and then “Jere’s here!” He did like making an entrance, especially in costume!
Jere was generous with gifts as well as his time. Always willing to lend a hand whenever needed for big tasks or small. Jere had so many friends he loved and they returned it twofold.
We shared and discussed books and occasionally serious topics such as Life after Death. Heaven should be a place you remember all the best and special days of your life. The ones that warmed your heart, the feel of the sunshine, the first snow flake, the smell of warm cookies, the nuzzle and kisses from your dog and the joyful times with friends.
We can imagine him there now enjoying all that made him happy. We will keep his memory in our hearts.
CAROLYN SCHELL
May 25, 2025
Jere was the only person I ever met who ALWAYS brought laughter, light, and warmth to every gathering. A great friend since high school, Jere emceed our class reunions – and he was the perfect choice since we all loved him!! I send my condolences to Jere’s family and all his friends. Jere’s infectious goodwill and humor certainly will be mnissed by us all.
I will be out of town the day of the funeral but I will be there in spirit. Keep heaven laughing, Jere, until the rest of us see you again. Hollis (Holly) Stambaugh Butterworth
May 25, 2025
So shocked and saddened to see my dear friend Jere Johnson as I always called him has passed. We spoke at least once a week covering our day to day and many other subjects. He will be sorely missed. The world has truly lost a kind gentle soul. So sorry to his family who he loved so much. Debbie Aument
May 23, 2025
I’m so so sorry. My deepest Condolences to the family. 🙏🙏. He was a good friend and a good person. Loved to dance He always made me laugh. Rest in Peace Jerry🕊️.🙏🙏🙏 You will be surely missed.
Hedy L Brubaker
May 23, 2025
Jere was loved by everybody, truly EVERYBODY! When Jere was around, you were having a good time. I attended CV and graduated with Jere in 1970 and have many fond memories of attending classes, etc with him. Always positive, always interested in how life was going for you whether in school or during the class reunions that I was able to attend over the past 50+ years. Jere will be missed by so many people and I know every time we got to see each it was a joyful reunion! Be at peace, Jere……
Dian Cramer
May 22, 2025
Jere was my friend for many years.
We had many laughs together (and Jere had a wonderful laugh!).
In once took him to the emergency room at Lanc General after he fell jogging with a broken arm, and ended up at my door. It led into a very wild and bizarre “bar-room” evening that we always, for years, joked about.
When I was 13, I saw him hit a line drive baseball (Little League Game) that knocked out the 1st baseman from the apposing team.
It was my first introduction to him, and we always talked about it, as years went by, when we would occasionally seem each other.
I was fortunate that I got to see him a few times in the last year, or so.
He was a cherished, old friend… and a good person.
RIP.
randy zimmerman
May 22, 2025
My deepest condolences to the family. I worked with Jerry for many years at the post office and he was a joy to be around and work with. He will be missed. Alberto Santos
May 22, 2025
J.J. was a delight. I will always remember him making anyone in his presence smile and laugh.
He brought joy into the world and will be missed by many.
Victoria Mowrer
May 22, 2025
Jere made work fun. He was always ready to lend a hand and I never heard him complain about anything. He was missed at work when he retired and will be missed on Earth now. Condolences to the family and friends.
Jan Caccamo
May 22, 2025
My prayers and condolences to the family and friends of Jere. I worked with him for many years and enjoyed his warm personality. His memory and spirit will always be with us.
Russell Landau
May 21, 2025
I am incredably saddened by Jere’s passing. I know of no one who spoke unkindly about him. He was a man that lived life and enjoyed seeing others happy and most of the time he brought that happiness into the situation. Just the kind of person that if duplicated would make this world so much better. The class of ’70 has lost another very fine member. Unfortunately our family will be out of town the date of his memorial service but my friend may you rest in peace and may I express my sincere sympathy to the family and to those who loved him!
Ed Haldeman
May 21, 2025
JJ will be missed by all who knew him, he was a great fun loving man who never knew a stranger just friends.Fly high and dance in the sky💗
Denise Race
May 21, 2025
My mother grew up across the street from Jere, and when I was a child, he was our neighbor. Jere once dressed in a Santa suit when I was about 3, and walked down the street past our house. He left a voicemail on our home answering machine as Santa.
As a child, I always called him by his full name, “JereJohnson,” all in a single breath, like it was one word. My family still uses “JereJohnson” to speak of him sometimes in humor.
Jere was a frequent feature at holidays and parties. He came to my wedding, dressed so wonderfully I had the photographer take a portrait of him.
Cecilia
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