Obituaries
Kenneth W. Bechtel, 88
Kenneth W. Bechtel, 88, of Lancaster, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, January 26, 2011 at Lancaster General Hospital.
He was the loving husband of Dorothy M. Metzger Bechtel, with whom he celebrated 67 years of marriage this past December 26th. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Warren J. and Margaret E. Williams Bechtel.
Kenneth had worked as a supervising engineer for Bell Telephone in Lancaster for 38 years until his retirement in 1985. Following his retirement from Bell, he had worked as a telecommunications consultant for D&E Communications. He was a past president of the Telephone pioneers of America.
Kenneth was a member of Trinity Evangelical Congregational Church in Lancaster.
He was a US Army veteran of World War II, serving as a Staff Sgt. in both the European and Pacific Theaters in the Signal Corps. He was a life member of VFW Post 1463 in Lititz.
Kenneth was a Master Mason with the F&A Masonic Lodge 43 of Lancaster
He and his wife loved to travel, being active members of the Holiday Rambler Recreational Vehicle Club and the Chapter 257 Red Rose Ramblers.
In addition to his wife, Kenneth is survived by his 4 sons: David R. married to Nancy Bechtel of Lancaster, James K. married to Jeanette Bechtel of Bunnell, FL, Thomas W. Bechtel of Lancaster, and Peter A. married to Maryann Bechtel of Millersville; his 7 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren; his sister Ruth married to Charles Groman of Allentown, and his 2 brothers, Warren married to Marilyn Bechtel of Boonton, NJ and Gary Bechtel of Alburtis, PA. He was preceded in death by his sister, Isabel Baumer.
Funeral Services will be private and at the convenience of the family. To send an online condolence, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Jr Funeral Home & Crematory, 560-5100
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sorry to hear about your dad
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DOROTHY and Family . . .
We were deeply saddened to learn of Ken’s unexpected passing a few days ago. Our memories of him and you continue to enrich our lives. Ken was one of the faithful lay leaders of Trinity E C Church, Lancaster, when we were appointed Pastor there in 1969, coming off extended active duty as a U S Army Chaplain. His thoughtful, gracious encouragement in support of our ministries will never be forgotten. We remember his teaching Sunday School, and the many times he shared keen insights and wisdom as the Official Board contemplated a decision . . . and we were always blessed by his gracious and gentle manner in occasional contacts following our departure from Trinity Church in 1975. Though we have now lost him for this little while, how good to KNOW we shall meet again in the Presence of our Risen Lord, when He summons us to our home with Him and ALL who have preceded us in completing their pilgrimage of faith in Christ. Be assured of our prayers for you all, as you now adjust to your great loss . . .may you experience daily our Lord’s Peace and Presence as we walk with Him through these difficult days.
Our Love and Blessings Always,
Ron and Linda Miller
Sorry to hear of your loss if there is anything we can do let us know . Pete always spoke so highly of his father I felt I knew him being Pete’s friend since the early 80’s.
Sincerely,
Dan and Jackie Monaghan
hey this is Tyler the son of Kenneth’s brother David James Bechtel im sorry to hear what happened and me and my father along with my grandfather Gary Bechtel are sorry for the unexpected death and hope you can get through any rough times this has caused remember only think of the positives that he has made it will make it that much easier to accept that he has passed
With care and understanding,
Tyler David Bechtel
