Obituaries
Lena S. Flora, 75
Lena S. Flora, 75, of Lancaster, passed away surrounded by her family on Monday, March 4, 2013, at Hospice & Community Care in Lancaster. She was married to Robert E. Flora for 30 years. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late John B. and Anna Neubauer Simet.
Lena graduated from J. P. McCaskey High School in 1955, and worked as an LPN and office worker at the former St. Joseph Hospital. She was a member of Historic St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Lena loved tending to her rose bushes, culminating in being named Queen of the Park City Arts and Flower Show in 1993. She also enjoyed doing crafts, roller skating and playing the organ.
Surviving in addition to her husband Bob, are 4 children, Wendy Deller, wife of Mark of Forksville, Vicki Waller of Lititz, Craig Waller, husband of Michelle of Ephrata, and Joel Schreiner, husband of Karen of Lancaster; 2 stepchildren, Robert Lee Flora and Cheryl Finnie, wife of Kevin, both of Lancaster; 11 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and 1 great great-grandson; and 2 sisters Mary Cameron, wife of Harry of Lancaster and Rose Brooks, wife of Donald of Willow Street. Lena was preceded in death by her son Clair Eugene Waller, Jr., and her siblings Anna Rinier and John Simet.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10 AM Thursday, March 7, 2013, at Historic St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 119 S. Prince St., Lancaster, PA, with The Rev. Leo M. Goodman, III as Celebrant. Viewings will be held 6-8 PM on Wednesday at the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 414 E. King St., Lancaster, PA and 9-10 AM on Thursday at the church. Interment in St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice & Community Care, P.O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125. To send the family online condolences, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory 717-393-9661
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My dear precious Wendy: (and other members of Lena’s family)
So sorry to hear about your mom’s death. Sad how life does come to an end all too quickly. We do rejoice that she is no longer in pain. Praying for your comfort and peace. I love you and will talk to you soon. Sharon Bucher
I am praying for comfort and strength during your time of loss and grief. You were blessed with Lena’s loving presence for many years which was a gift from God. She was such a loving mother, wife and grandmother!
Love and prayers, Heidi Eisenhard
Dear Bob and family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your wife and mother of her children and your step-children. It is hard when you lose someone you love so dearly but may she rest in peace. May God wrap his arms around each of you and give strength to all. God Bless you and your family!!
Love,
The Gerontonis Family
Deepest sympathy to you Wendy, Mark, Dan, Jesse, Erica and Lillian at the loss of your Mom and Grandmother. We will continue to pray for you all for your peace at her passing. We hope that you can find comfort in knowing she is with Our Lord.
Much love, Joe and Donna Fallecker
I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Lena for about 45-50 years. I worked with her and enjoyed many good times with her growing, especially with my mom and Dolores. She was a funny lady and a good person. Then she married Doug’s uncle and was part of my family. Bob you took such good care of her and should have no regrets. She will be sadly missed by all. My condolences to Bob, Wendy, Craig, Vicki, and Joel, Bobby Lee, and Sherri, and Lena’s siblings. If there is anything we can do, please call.
Dear Wendy and family: Shenny called and told me about your mother the other evening. It’s hard to lose a parent. My Dad went to be with the Lord over 4 years ago, and I think about the brevity of life almost daily. Praise the Lord it says, "Yea though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for thou art with me. Thy rod and thy staff they comfort me."
Lovingly,
Karen Brown (I’ll hug you next time I see you!!)
Joel, Karen and family: We’re so sorry for your loss. It’s hard to lose someone so special to you. Thankfully she’s at peace with the Lord now. Thinking of your all and keeping you in our prayers.
Love & Hugs,
Barbara, Bob and Grandpop
