Obituaries
Lois E. Derstler, 81
August 12, 2020
Lois E. Derstler, 81, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully at her Manheim Township home on Wednesday, August 12, 2020. Born in Blue Ball, PA, Lois was the daughter of Ivo G. and Elsie Mae (Weber) Brenneman.
She was married on November 7, 1964 and shared 55 loving years of marriage with her husband Donald E. Derstler.
Lois enjoyed her banking years at National Central Bank and working at Whitmore Printing Co. While living in Myrtle Beach, she also enjoyed waitressing and kidding with the golfers while working the beverage cart on a golf course.
Lois and her husband delighted in spending their time together playing golf. Lois was a member of Meadia Heights Golf Club for over 30 years. At Meadia Heights she was proud of her hole in one and served as President of the 18 Hole Ladies Group. She cherished her time with her husband at the BPOE Elks Lodge #134 for 53 years. She also enjoyed bowling and surf fishing on Martha’s Vineyard. She liked traveling, visiting Europe and the Caribbean with her husband. Lois was a member of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church. Lois adored her two grandsons and loved watching them grow into young adults. She held dear the many friendships that she made over her long and fun-filled life.
Surviving in addition to her husband, is a daughter, Lonna R. Hoffman, wife of William, Jr., of Lancaster, a son Devin E., of Portland, OR, two grandsons, Benjamin W. and Brian D. Hoffman, a sister, Leona Rineer, of Lancaster, two brothers Leonard Brenneman of Leola, and Lamar Brenneman of Indiana.
A Memorial Service will be held on the South Lawn at Charles F. Snyder, Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory 3110 Lititz Pk. Lititz, PA at 11:15am on Wednesday, August 19, 2020 with Pastor Craig Ross officiating. A visitation will be held in the Chapel of the funeral home from 10-11AM. Private interment will be in St. Peter’s Lutheran Church Cemetery. The visitation and memorial service will be recorded and will be posted on Lois’s obituary page at 2pm the day of her service.
The Derstler Family would like to extend special thanks to Dr. Matthew Beelen, Dr. Rachel Lacy and Hospice & Community Care. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Lois’s memory to Hospice & Community Care 685 Good Dr, Lancaster, PA 17604.
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Condolences to the Family
August 31, 2020
To Don and your Family, Wishing you moments of peace and tender reflection…sending you heartfelt sympathy. Ann & Terry McGuigan
August 31, 2020
Donald and Family,
Sandy and I extend our deepest sympathy upon Lois’s passing.
August 30, 2020
Ear Don, I was so sorry to read about your wife’s death. While at the Elks I had the privilege of meeting her and saw that you and she were very close. Please give my condolences to your family.
Your friend and fellow Elk, Bill Wimer
August 24, 2020
Dear Don: My deepest sympathy to you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Larry Roskos
August 21, 2020
Extending deepest sympathy to you and your family. We were really sorry to learn of Lois’s death. Words could never heal the pain that is felt at a time like this, but we can hope that memories of her in happier times will help to ease the pain of her loss. Bob and Louise Smith
August 20, 2020
Sorry to hear of Lois’s passing – what a rich personality. Hope all the great memories will be a comfort to you.
Barbara Williams (Bruce)
August 19, 2020
Don,
So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts.
Todd McCurdy
August 18, 2020
Don & Family
So sorry to hear of your loss. So many fond memories knowing your family for so many years. Lois has our prayers and is now in God’s hands. Allow the love you shared to comfort all in this difficult time.
Doug & Carol Ritter
August 17, 2020
Don, So sorry for your loss. Lois always made me smile. We’ll miss her presence at the ELKS. With deepest sympathy. Doug Charles.
August 16, 2020
Donnie. Monica and I were so sad to hear about the passing of Lois. I will never forget the hours were spent sitting at the bar in the Lodge. Lois never said what she thought we wanted to hear. Rather she always said what she believed. This nation needs more people like Lois. Monica and I are enjoying our time in Florida and will be thinking of both of you when you celebrate her live and the time you spent together. God bless you and your family. The old man and my Mom can’t wait to catch up with Lois in Heaven
Bob and Monica Reese
August 16, 2020
Don,
I am sorry to learn that you lost your dear wife. I have fond memories of working with her when I started my career many years ago.
You were very devoted to her and now she is at peace!
Mary Rutherford Shelly
August 16, 2020
RIP my friend. You will always be remembered by me. Lov ya,
Keety Fitzpatrick
August 16, 2020
Don, I am so sorry to hear of Lois’s passing. I Pray you will be able ro deal with this loss and move forward with your life.
With Deepest Sympathy,
William Latsha. Elks/Rabbits member
August 16, 2020
Dear Don, sorry for you loss. Heaven gained another angel. Best regards, Peter Zanowski
August 16, 2020
Our deepest sympathies to Don and his family. Will cherish the wonderful memories from the Elk’s trip to Ireland.
Liz Johns
August 15, 2020
We are so sorry for your loss!! Lois was a wonderful woman!! Thinking of your family!
Chris & Nichele Palermo
August 15, 2020
My deepest condolences to Don, Lonna and Devon families. Many happy times during our teen years. Rest in peace dear friend.
Gladys Stover
August 15, 2020
The sun, the moon, the wind, the stars, will forever be around, reminding you of the love you shared, and the peace Lois finally found. Please accept our sincerest thoughts of condolence during this time of loss and grief.
Richard Canard “Doc”
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- Wednesday, August 19, 2020
- 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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- 3110 Lititz Pike
- Lititz, PA 17543
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- Wednesday, August 19, 2020
- 11:15 AM
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- Lititz, PA 17543
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