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L. Vernon “Doc” Dochterman, 80

July 15, 2014

L. Vernon “Doc” Dochterman, 80, of Willow Street, died Tuesday, July 15, 2014 at Holy Spirit Hospital, Camp Hill due to complications from an auto accident in February.

Born in Lancaster, he was the husband of Helen (Van Order) Dochterman of Willow Street, and the son of the late John Lloyd and Mildred (Rice) Dochterman.

He was the owner of Doc’s TV in Lancaster for over 50 years until his retirement. Most recently, he worked part time at Snavely and Dosch.

He was a member of Grace Church at Willow Valley and a lifetime member and Past Exalted Ruler of BPOE Lodge #134 in Lancaster.

In addition to his wife, Doc is survived by his children: Deborah Bosch and John Dochterman (Denise), both of Lancaster; Deb Roe (Ellis) of Rochester, NY; Clint Murray and Kim Denlinger (Rod), both of Lancaster; and Janet Long (Theodore) of Willow Street; 17 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; a sister, Jackie of FL; a sister-in-law, Jeanette and a niece Bonnie of GA. He was preceded in death by a brother, Donald.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11 AM Saturday, July 19, 2014 at Grace Church at Willow Valley, 300 Willow Valley Sq., Lancaster, PA with Pastor John F. Smith officiating. Friends will be received following the service at the church. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family.

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July 18, 2014

On behalf of my parents, Walter and Doris Carpenter, and all our family,  I want to express our sadness at Doc’s passing and send our heartfelt sympathy to his family.  My Dad, Walt, and Doc go back a long way in their tv repair careers, and I have many memories of Vernon (“Doc”) from my childhood.  Mom and Dad have both had health issues recently which prevent them from contactng you personally, but you are in their thoughts and prayers.
Susan (Carpenter) Scullin

July 18, 2014

I am so sorry for the loss of Vern. I got to know him through duck pin bowling which was great fun. He was a darn good bowler and a lot of fun. I will miss him and remember him often.
 
Terry Wiley

 
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Terry Wiley
Broker/Owner
Weichert, Realtors – Engle & Hambright
1810 Oregon Pike
Lancaster, Pa 17601
717-291-1041

July 17, 2014

I have so many fond memories of my Uncle Vernon. I know that you are now with God.
I wish that I could be there in at this. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone!
Sandi

July 16, 2014

Helen and Family,  So sorry to hear of Doc’s passing.  My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.  
Ardie Cox

July 16, 2014

John and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
the DiPaolo family.

July 16, 2014

Jon, Dan, Andy, Katie and Mr & Mrs Dochterman, My deepest condolences and thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Jamy Shelly 

Services
Saturday, July 19, 2014
11:00 AM
Grace Church at Willow Valley
300 Willow Valley Sq.
Lancaster, PA 17602
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