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Kathy S. Witmer, 67

July 03, 2022

Kathy S. Witmer, 67, of Lancaster passed away on Sunday, July 3, 2022. Born in Lancaster, PA she was the daughter of the late Ethel W. (Stekervetz) and Paul M. Witmer.
Kathy was a graduate of Penn Manor High School. She was a longtime member of Stehman Memorial United Methodist Church. She worked at the Willow Valley Smorgasbord Restaurant and then John Herr’s Village Market until her retirement. She was dedicated to her work and would often arrive early. Kathy enjoyed collecting dolls and loved cats. Most of all she cherished spending time with her family and friends.
Kathy is survived by her brothers: Jay W. Witmer husband of Linda of Millersville and James D. Witmer husband of Joni Sweigart of Millersville; her nieces and nephews: Ken J. Witmer husband of Kelly, Kelly J. Hench wife of Alan and Lauren B. Witmer as well as several great nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother Kenneth E. Witmer and a nephew Kipp Witmer. She enjoyed a lifelong friendship with her best friend Paula Bitner Remley.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Stehman Memorial United Methodist Church, 485 Indian Run Road, Millersville, PA 17551. A Funeral Service will be held at 11AM on Friday, July 8, 2022 at the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home and Crematory, 441 N. George Street, Millersville, PA 17551. Family and friends will be received from 10AM until the time of service. Interment will follow at Stehman United Methodist Cemetery.

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July 10, 2022

We are so sorry to hear of Kathy’s passing. She was such a sweet soul, with a smile and a laugh that were so contagious! Our hearts go out to Jim and Joni, and the rest of the family. 

July 06, 2022

I had the pleasure of working with Kathy as a teenager at John Herr’s. We remained friends for a while and then life went adrift. I loved her smile, her laugh and her sense of humor. My thoughts prayers go out to all her family and friends. She was a wonderful person and will be missed dearly.

July 05, 2022

Kathy had a wonderful laugh. Her memory for things was amazing. She is at peace now.

July 05, 2022

I did not have the pleasure of meeting Kathy. However, I worked many years with Linda Witmer and I currently share an office with Joni Sweigart. Kathy now knows 100% for sure what the rest of can only hope! I will keep Kathy and the Witmer family in my prayers.

July 05, 2022

We have known Kathy for many years.  Life wasn’t always easy for her, but she was content, and ready for a nice chat.  We miss seeing her at John Herrs, where she always had some news to share and would ask about our family.  We will remember how she enjoyed some gentle teasing, and the playful giggle that was uniquely hers.     
Our prayers for peace and comfort go out to the family and friends that Kathy loved so dearly.
With our sympathy,
Kenny and Nancy Witmer

July 05, 2022

Kathy and I went to kindergarden together with our parents taking turns driving and we were classmates, graduating in 1973.  We kept in touch over the years as she was always ready for the Penn Manor Class of 73 reunions and looked forward to seeing everyone.  Somehow, she kept track of a lot of our classmates.  Will miss you.

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Friday, July 08, 2022
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
441 North George Street
Millersville, PA 17551
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