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Kenneth R. Watrous, Sr., 68

Kenneth R. Watrous, Sr., 68, of Gap, died Wednesday, May 16, 2012, at Lancaster General Hospital. Ken and his wife Natalie D. Gilbert Watrous celebrated 40 years of marriage last October 29th. Born in Lebanon, NH, he was the son of the late Ralph H. and Mildred I. Preston Watrous.

Ken worked in sales for I. Goldberg & Company in Caln and then drove for the Amish in his retirement. He enjoyed playing cards, especially with his friends once a month, and his many trips to Atlantic City and Delaware Park.

Surviving in addition to his wife Natalie are 8 children, Ruby Marcocelli of Pittsburgh, Linda Clavier, wife of Eric of New Holland, Kenny Watrous, Jr. of Coatesville, Millie Marcocelli, wife of Mike of Coatesville, Greg Cumens, husband of Joy of Virginia, Doug Cumens of Pittsburgh, Ralph Watrous, II of Gap, and Sean Watrous of Gap; 23 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren, and his faithful dog Snowball. Ken was preceded in death by his brother Eddie Loura.

A Viewing will be held Saturday, May 19, 2012, from 9-11 AM at the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 414 E. King St., Lancaster, PA. Private Services and Interment will take place at the convenience of Ken’s family. To send the family an online condolence, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory  717-393-9661

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My Prayers are with you and your family. Am Toot Niece Maryalice and I knew you father as a child. He was such a wonderful man and will be missed..

Sean, Ralph and family,
So sorry for your loss. We will be sending prayers for you and your family in your time of need. If you need anything please do not hesitate to call us!!!
Your friends,
Todd and Jollene Pechin

To the family of Kenneth R. Watrous, Sr., Many condolences on the lost of your loved one. Many thoughts and Prayers. May he rest in peace Donna Strockbine

To Natalie and Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss.
Sandy Barrage

I am very sorry for your loss, I am thinking of you all during this very difficult time. with deepest sympathy.

Beth & Alexa Colagreco

Our prayers are with you, sorry for your loss. Keeping you in our thoughts.

Karen Wingfield & Victoria Fernandez

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to Ralph and Mother and to the rest of his family

Mr. Watrous was a very nice man, also funny, made me laugh every time I was over his house. I often thought about him from time to time and how funny he was, he is going to be very missed by me.

Natalie

My prayers are with you and the family during this time. You and Ken have always hold a special place in my heart. He will be greatly missed by so many.

Deb Ogle (Gatchel)

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