Obituaries

Larry L. Feirick, 85

August 24, 2022

Larry L. Feirick, age 85, went home to be with the Lord, August 24, 2022, with family by his side. Larry was born August 19, 1937, in Northumberland (Norry) PA to Harry N. Feirick and Dorothy E. (Marshall) Feirick. He was the youngest of six children.

Larry lived with an open heart, constantly looking to connect with others. He enjoyed serving others and considered everyone special; worthy of being known and appreciated. Larry was a hard worker who committed his life to his family, and God. He was warm, friendly, and known for his contagious hearty belly laugh. Larry enjoyed hosting pig roasts, catering and gave generously to social and religious organizations.

Larry graduated in 1956 from Northumberland High School (Go Pine Knotters), and in 1957 from Fork Union Military Academy. On his 19th birthday Larry was baptized in the Susquehanna River after coming to know the Lord through Good News Club and the Wordless Book.

Larry played semi- pro football for the Columbia Raiders and the Harrisburg Capitals where he was a starting running back who played both offense and defense positions. He was a PIAA Football Official.

Larry began his career with Pennsylvania Power & Light (PPL) as a lineman, climbing poles before the implementation of bucket trucks. In 1971 he transitioned from first class lineman to Right of Way Agent and retired from PPL in 1995. After retiring from PPL, Larry continued to work as a consultant for Transmission and Electric Companies until retiring at age 76. Larry also held a Real Estate license.

In addition to working for PPL, Larry owned and operated several bakeries, opening his first bakery with his brother- in -law prior to graduating from high school. Over the years Larry sold baked goods at Central Market, Lancaster, Bird-in Hand Farmers Market, Bird-in –Hand, and the former Triple G Dairy, Denver, PA.

Larry was a member of Calvary Church for over 38 years where he served as a fifth grade Sunday school teacher. Larry enjoyed helping with Conestoga Valley School District’s Bible Adventure Club. When his musical wife Pat passed earlier this year, Larry organized hymn singing with new friends at Village Manor, Brethren Village.

Larry was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Jayne Young, four siblings: Anna (Clark) Binderup, LaRena (Eddie) Spotts, Tom (Jane Weaver), Mary (Melvin) Eby and brother-in-law Harry Anderson.

Larry is survived by sons Lee (Esther Stralnic), Camp Hill, PA, Jeffrey (Carol Barber), Lafayette, IN, daughters Melody (Greg) Dillman, Leola PA and M.J. Feirick, Lancaster, PA, sister Nancy (Harry Anderson), Lancaster, PA, eight grandchildren in order by birth: Jedd (Kim Wertz) Dillman, Thomas Feirick, Cole Dillman, Alicia Dillman Shuey (Peter Shuey). Rory Feirick, Calvin Feirick, Cathy Feirick, Josiah Feirick and great grandson, Simon Shuey.

The family will welcome guests on October 22, 2022, from 10:00-11:00 followed by a Memorial Service at Calvary Church, 1051 Landis Valley Road Lancaster, PA 17601. Please stay to share in light refreshments, laughter and memories following the service.

The family would like to extend heartfelt appreciation to Hospice and Community Care for their support, compassion and kindness to both Larry and wife Pat.

Donations in honor or memory of Larry or Pat may be sent to Hospice and Community Care Development Office, 685 Good Drive, Lancaster, PA 17601.

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Condolences to the Family

September 12, 2022

Larry and Pat were very special people who will be missed. Our condolences to the family.
Emanuel and Norma. Taylor

September 06, 2022

We wish to express our sympathy to the family, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Gene & Sara Kutz

September 03, 2022

Our sincere sympathy to Larry’s family. We both knew Larry from his many visits to the Lancaster County Courthouse. He was always a joy to talk to. Numerous times he would bring in one of his delicious cakes that he made. Nobody could bake like Larry. We are both thankful that Larry was part of our lives. He was a very special person. RIP, Larry.
Charles and Doris Kiehl

September 01, 2022

I worked with Larry for many years and he was not only a co worker but he was a dear friend. I will miss him at our Shady Maple breakfasts. It will not be the same without him. My thoughts and prayers go out to his entire family. He will be dearly missed by many.

August 31, 2022

Larry, It was the sincere pleasure for this Sunbury native to have gotten to know you a Northumberland native over the past ten years. Hopefully the buffet in heaven has all your favorite foods and desserts. Rest in peace Larry Feirick.

August 31, 2022

Our mother and father, Mary Feirick and Melvin Eby loved Uncle Larry, Aunt Pat and all of the family to the moon as we do! Now they will laugh and play cards together. Our love to you. L Sis and John

August 30, 2022

I’ve never met Mr.Feirick but have the honor in working with his son Lee. My condolences to such a great family.

August 30, 2022

May the Lord grant the family peace and comfort during this time. Merry Joy your dad left a great legacy and you have truly taken After him . Stay encouraged and keep the joy and bellylaugh! Praying for your family

August 30, 2022

Larry was truly one of the nicest gentleman I have ever known. He lived his faith out to those around him, and set a wonderful example of a man after God’s own Heart. Many blessings to all the family as they adjust to life without his presence.

August 30, 2022

We knew your Mom & Dad for many years. We enjoyed many pig roasts and great days at Knoebels Park. I first met Larry at Right of Way “school” at PP&L. Your Mom and my wife shared the same maiden name. Patricia Young!!! I talked with your Dad at least once a week. We shared our thoughts and values. I am going to miss those once a week phone calls. But I know that Pat & Larry are back together. For that we are thankful. God has blessed us by having Pat & Larry in our lives. May God provide the family with the strength that is needed at this time…………Love, Pat & Bob Bartholomew

August 30, 2022

13Brothers and sisters, we do not want you to be uninformed about those who sleep in death, so that you do not grieve like the rest of mankind, who have no hope. 14For we believe that Jesus died and rose again, and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him. 15According to the Lord’s word, we tell you that we who are still alive, who are left until the coming of the Lord, will certainly not precede those who have fallen asleep. 16For the Lord himself will come down from heaven, with a loud command, with the voice of the archangel and with the trumpet call of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first. 17After that, we who are still alive and are left will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And so we will be with the Lord forever. 18Therefore encourage one another with these words.

The most encouraging words in the Bible!!!

August 30, 2022

I never had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Feirick, however I had the privilege to work with his son Lee. Such a wonderful and heartwarming family.

August 30, 2022

To Lee and the Feirick family: Please accept our condolences on the passing of your Dad, and belated condolences on the passing of your Mom. It is very difficult to lose both parents in such a short time span, but be strong and have faith that they are together again in heaven.
Lee & Kris Bitner

August 30, 2022

Psalms 116:15 states “Precious in law sight of the Lord is the death of His saints.”
Now that he is in Heaven with Jesus, he can receive all that God has promised in His Word🙏🏼🙏🏼

Visitation: Saturday, October 22, 2022; 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM; Calvary Church; 1051 Landis Valley Rd.; Lancaster, PA 17601
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Services: Saturday, October 22, 2022; 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Calvary Church; 1051 Landis Valley Rd.; Lancaster, PA 17601
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