Obituaries

Kim A.Horst, 59

July 08, 2020

Kim A. Horst, 59, of Columbia, passed away peacefully at home, Wednesday, July 8, 2020, with her family by her side. Born in Lancaster, she was the loving daughter of John M. and Frances (Kreider) Gamber, of New Providence. Kim was the devoted and faithful wife of Douglas P. Horst, with whom she celebrated her 35th anniversary on July 6.

Kim was a 1979 graduate of J.P. McCaskey High School. She enjoyed gardening, basket bingo, walking, flea markets, garage sales, and wolves. She loved her cats, but most of all loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them.

In addition to her husband and parents, Kim is survived by her sons: Dustin, boyfriend of Corrissa, and Dylan Horst; her siblings: John M. Gamber, husband of Joleen and Cindy M. Book, wife of James, both of New Providence; and her parents-in-law, Donald and Regna Horst, of Manheim. Kim was preceded in death by her younger sister, Julie Gamber.

Memorial Services for Kim will be private. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Humane League of Lancaster County, 2195 Lincoln Hwy E, Lancaster, PA 17602.

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July 14, 2020

Doug, Dustin and Dylan our condolences to you and your family. We worked with Kim many years at the foundry, she was a hard worker and always gave her best to her family and friends. May she rest in peace in God’s Holy kingdom.
Jack and Mary Warrenfeltz

July 13, 2020

To the family, Kim was such a big part of our lives for years. She was one of the most precious people I have ever known. She will be sadly missed. Our heart goes out to all of her family. I will pray for all of you. Glenny and I loved her so.

July 13, 2020

Doug, so sorry to read about Kim’s passing.my condolences go out to the horst and gamber families..Doug and I were good friends in high school..Darrel smith..

July 13, 2020

My sincere condolences to Fran , Doug and the extended family on the loss of Kim. My thoughts and prayers go out to you at this time.
Jerre Hockenbrocht

July 12, 2020

My heart goes out to your family. Besides Fran, Kim was the only one who I really ever saw much after Julie’s death. I think of the family more than you ever know. I morn my best friend every day and not only do I miss her I miss the family. I will keep you guys in my prayers and send my love! I am praying for God to touch your family with peace as your morn the loss of another loved one!
Cheena Wolferd

July 12, 2020

To the family,
Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. I graduated from High School with Kim.
We didn’t keep in touch after High School; however, I will always hold special memories from our High School days. 
I hope Kim is resting in peace in our Lord’s Heavenly Kingdom. 
God Bless her 🙏 and the family & friends she has left behind.
Sincerely,
Susan (Glew) Bordy
McCaskey High School
Class of 1979

July 12, 2020

My heartfelt condolences to Uncle Jack and Aunt Frannie. I’m so sorry for your loss.  
Larry Kreider

July 12, 2020

I was saddened to learn of Kim’s passing. My sincerest condolences go out to the Horst and Gamber families. May peace be upon all of you as Kim has gone on to her final resting place. Mark Simms

July 11, 2020

Doug,Dustin,and Dylan, we are so sorry about Kim’s passing.  You have been our neighbors since the boys were babies. We will miss her, but please know your all in our prayers.  May the Lord give all of you peace to get through this very very hard time, and have peace knowing that she’s in Heaven with our Lord and with her sister. If you need anything please let us know. 
Joe and Shelva Shives

July 11, 2020

My sincerest condolences to Kim’s family and friends. I am so glad we got back in touch with each other and she got to enjoy a couple of picnics with my friends and me. We worked at Dart container together. We had many great times decades ago and a few the past few years. May it help to know she isn’t suffering anymore and will always be with you in spirit. She gave one heck of a fight! God bless all. 
Donna Lawrence

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