Obituaries
John E. Hickey Jr., 61
October 04, 2017
John E. Hickey Jr., 61, of Strasburg, formerly of Willow Street passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 4, 2017. Born in the Sunnyside section of Lancaster City, he was the son of the late John E. Hickey and the late Claire (Tammany) Hickey.
He attended JP McCaskey High School and later worked at the former Angelini & Groff Auto Salvage Co. He enlisted into the US Army where he was discharged as a Private First Class. After getting discharged from the Army he worked for RR Donnelly & Sons in Lancaster for many years. He later went onto own and operate his own landscaping company, J&J Estate Services.
John was an avid NASCAR fan, loved the Washington Redskins football team, bowling and enjoyed rolling skating. He attended mass at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Lancaster.
Above all John was a great father and loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. John touched the lives of many people and will be dearly missed by all his family and friends.
He is survived by his former wife and longtime friend, Sherri L. Hickey and his son, Joshua D. Hickey of Willow Street and daughter, Jennifer L. Hickey fiancé of Jeffrey Tedder of Conestoga and five grandchildren, Brianna, Isabelle, Brayden, Ethan and Penelope. Also surviving are his three sisters, Sue McMichael wife of Bill, Dinah Wise, Roseanne Keller all of Lancaster; two brothers, Christopher and Michael Hickey both of Willow Street, his grandmother, Hildegard Tammany of Lancaster, his aunt Emma “Cookie” Boyer of Manheim and a host of loving nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his nephew, Michael A. Hickey II.
A Celebration of John’s Life will be held at 11AM on Tuesday, October 10, 2017 at the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz. Family and friends will be received from 6-8PM on Monday, October 9, 2017 at the funeral home and again from 9-11AM at the funeral home on Tuesday morning. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions in John’s memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 314 Good Dr, Lancaster, PA 17603.
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Condolences to the Family
October 09, 2017
Prayers for family and friends.You left a lasting mark on my family.you were so special to Paul and I.you’ll never be forgotten.We love you dearly. Paul and Yvonne Brown
October 09, 2017
We were very sad to learn of John’s passing. He was a wonderful, compassionate and caring person. No matter how bad he felt, he always had a smile on his face. He will be greatly missed. Our condolences to his family.
Trudy McComsey & daughters (Former customers and friends).
October 09, 2017
Condolences to the family and friends of John Boy. He will be greatly
missed. He was a good brother-in-law and good friend. RIP BRO.
Bruce
October 09, 2017
John was our neighbor, friend and much more. He took special care of our properties in a dependable and professional manner over many years. John loved his family dearly and wanted the best for them. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all and that we will miss John and think of him often.
Jay & June Reynolds
October 09, 2017
Prayers going out to John’s family. What a great man he was, always a smile on his face and willing to help. John did our yard work for us and did a wonderful job. Will miss seeing him every week. Roy & Vicki Groff
October 09, 2017
John you well be missed by the. Lentz family and you were always happy evertime i seen you and you will be missed
October 09, 2017
Joh, You were one of a kind. I enjoyed every moment I’ve ever spent with you. I only know kindness from you towards me. Love you my brother! God bless you and your family.
Sincerely,
Denny Wagner
October 08, 2017
Condolences to his Family, he was a good man, always had a beautiful smile, a good friend, you will deeply be missed, we love you johnny, the name we all new well.
October 07, 2017
Prayers for all John’s family and friends! He was one of a kind. Always there to lend a hand or shoulder no matter what! He will be missed. God needed a special angel so John was the chosen one!
Deb and Jerry
October 07, 2017
I have fond memories of John. Blessings and peace to the entire family. May his memory before the throne of God be eternal!
October 07, 2017
We have fond memories of John at Sunnyside. May his family be comforted.
October 07, 2017
My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you all. John was a great guy and a true friend. He always had a smile and a positive outlook and he could lift your spirits with his caring way. Rest in Peace,, my friend. God Bless your beautiful soul.
October 07, 2017
My Deepest sympathy to the family,R.I.P John. sincerely; Ken @ K.B.S
October 07, 2017
John was my 2nd cousin, my mom, Betty is his 1st cousin. What a loss in John’s passing. He was such a good guy, always a big smile on his face and always a kind and caring man! John will definitely be missed and never forgotten. Many condolences to his family. May he RIP!
Lori Lopez and family
October 06, 2017
life is never long enough and I hope all your beautiful memories are with you always!!!! John could make you laugh and my wish is that as time goes by when you relive those memories you will be able smile and laugh again!!! with my deepest sympathy to the family love, Darlene Wettig
October 06, 2017
To all of johns family , my condolences to each and every one of you! John was a very kind and caring man! He always knew how to make you smile and was a true friend. My heart is breaking but I know God has wrapped his loving arms around him and took him gently home! Fly high john , you will be missed. Love Beverly Walk
October 06, 2017
We are so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to all family and friends. John always had a great smile and treated everyone with kindness. Hold all the memories close to your heart. 😢 Me and Dave worked with John at RRD. He will be miss by so many. Love Dave & Sue Brown
October 06, 2017
So sorry for your loss.
Rick & Pam
October 06, 2017
Rose, Sue, Dinah, Loosing a sibling is extremley hard, Always remember the good memories of John that you have. Prayers to you and the rest of the family..
Love to all
Vicky McDonald
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- Monday, October 09, 2017
- 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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- 3110 Lititz Pike
- Lititz, PA 17543
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- Lititz, PA 17543
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