Obituaries
Kenneth W. Major, Jr.
Kenneth W. Major, Jr, 68, of Lancaster, passed away on Sunday, October 3, 2010 at the Hospice Of Lancaster County in Mount Joy.
He was the husband of Judith A. Driendl Major, with whom he celebrated their 46th wedding anniversary this past April 4th. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Kenneth W. and Edna Nixdorf Major.
Ken had worked as the Program Manager for the PA Dept. of Labor and Industry for nearly 30 years until his retirement in 2002. Previous to this, he had worked for the RCA Corporation.
A United States Marine Corps veteran of the Vietnam War, he had served as a Lance Corporal, serving both in Vietnam and in Newfoundland. He was a life member of the Marine Corps League Detachment 294, where he was active in their Toys For Tots campaign.
Ken was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. He also was an active volunteer for the Lancaster Catholic High School Carnival, and had coached midget football for St. Anne’s, St. Joseph’s, and the Crusaders fro many years.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son Scott D. married to Margaret Major of Lancaster, his daughter Debra M. married to Dr Eric Lipton of Virginia Beach, VA, and his 6 grandchildren: Brianna, Lauren, Skyler, Kayla, Simone, and Monique.
Friends will be received on Friday, October 8, 2010 from 10-11AM at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 440 St. Joseph St., Lancaster, PA, with the Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 11AM, the Msgr Thomas Smith as Celebrant. Interment in St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in Ken’s memory to Hospice of Lancaster County, 685 Good Drive, Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125 or the Alzheimers Assn, South Central PA Chapter, 3544 N. Progress Ave, Suite 205, Harrisburg, PA 17110-9638. To send an online condolence, please visit: SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory 717-560-5100.
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Dear Judy and Family,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this difficult time. Ken was a wonderful man who will be missed by many. We know that he is now at peace and receiving all of the blessings and rewards that
our God promises.
Our condolences to all.
Sincerely,
Bill and Maureen Dinges
Atlanta, GA
Judy, Scott and Debra,
My life was enriched by your husband/Dad. His wisdom and guidance he imparted when we were together is extremely appreciated. Your loss is felt by us all. As a Marine, God has a special place in his kingdom for Ken. It is made more special by the knowledge that Ken was a great husband, terrific father, wonderful grandfather and a loyal friend.
God bless,
Semper Fidelis,
Spence, Marcy, Pono, Josh and Zach
Hope Mills, NC
Dear Scott and family:
I hold fond memories of your Dad Ken. From the early years in St. Anne’s carpooling all your friends around to sharing his proud stories of your accomplishments speaks to his love for family and friends. Ken’s selfless acts of kindness is forever in our memory. May God bless you and your family during this difficult time. Our prayers are with you.
God Bless,
Dennis & Anne Quinn
I am so sorry for your loss of a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. The things I remember most about Ken was his athletic career at Catholic High, his oh so wonderful smile and the fun we had at our class reunions every 5 years. I know Ken will be watching over his family and friends until we meet again.
Barbara Kerns
To Ken’s wife, Judy and his children Scott and Deb,
My deepest condolences go out to you Judy and your family for your loss! You and your family will be in my daily prayers and I ask the Lord to heal the wounds quickly!
Your husband and father was a close friend of mine in High School! Unfortunately our careers created a dstance between us, I shall never forget the great friendship I had with Ken and always valued his friendship through the years. He was a great individual and he will be greatly missed!
Victor Lombardo
Dear Judy and family,
So sorry to read of the loss of Ken. Please extend my sincere sympathy to your family. Take care of yourself.
Sincerely,
Audrey (Stroup) Fischer
Your LCH classmate
Judy and her dear family,
My prayers are with you all. May God give you comfort and peace.
Margaret O’Connor Luckenbill
Judy, I wish I could be there with you. I’m sure Ken, Pep and Bobby are together free of their pain and suffering and we are left to miss them. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dorothy Crisp (Pautz)
