Obituaries
Lucy Ann Kingcaid, 94
May 24, 2020
Early in the morning of May 24th, 2020 on Ascension Sunday, Lucy Ann Kingcaid died peacefully at Lancaster General Hospital at the age of 94. Lucy was born on December 24th, 1925 in Luzerne County. Her father was Stanley Herness and her mother was Mary Ann (Cashimer) Herness.
Lucy graduated from Freeland High School in 1943. She trained as a medical technician. She worked first in West Chester and then in Allentown, PA.
On November 22nd, 1951 (Thanksgiving Day), she married Raymond L. Kingcaid in Norfolk, VA. They settled in Lancaster, where they became members of Saint Joseph’s Catholic Church. After moving to Lititz in 1961, they became active members of Saint James Catholic Church.
Lucy Ann devoted her time to her family as well as volunteering. She was involved with the Legion of Mary, Saint James’s Christmas bazaars since their inception, parish funeral luncheons, the kitchen bingo program, and Silver Liners.
She and her husband belonged to the Serra Club of Lancaster and together they traveled to numerous national and international conventions.
Lucy was an active volunteer in her parish and her community. She was a Brownie leader and a Cub Scout den mother. She volunteered with the Association for the Blind, the Saint Joseph’s gift shop, and for Moravian Manor.
She was a fan of high school and Notre Dame football games. She attended many home football games here and in South Bend, IN. She enjoyed doing daily crossword puzzles and word games, especially Scrabble.
Lucy Ann is survived by her four children: Dr. Renee Kingcaid of South Bend IN; Deborah Reitbauer (wife of George Reitbauer), Annville, PA; Raymond S. Kingcaid (husband of Tracy Briglia), Hatfield, PA; and Mary Ferris (wife of Ira Ferris), Pequea, PA. She has four grandchildren, four great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
Also surviving her are two sisters, Bernadette Tomari, Manville NJ, and Rosemary Wizda, Tampa, FL. Two sisters and two brothers predeceased her.
Lucy was a prayerful woman and a daily communicant. She loved life and was thankful for every day.
Due to the COVID-19 guidelines, a drive-up viewing will be held from 10-11AM on Saturday, May 30, 2020 at the South Chapel portico glass entrance at Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home, 3110 Lititz Pike. Parking attendants will direct and assist guests. A private family prayer service will follow for extended family and friends and will begin at 11AM in the chapel and be live streamed. Burial will be in St. Joseph’s New Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to St. James Catholic Church, 505 Woodcrest Ave, Lititz, PA 17543.
The funeral services will be live streamed Saturday, May 30, 2020 at 11AM on this obituary page. Please refresh your screen closer to the time of the service.
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Condolences to the Family
June 14, 2020
A great lady and very dear friend. She will be sorely missed.
Carl and Jeanne Witwer
June 02, 2020
Dear Ray and family, my condolences at the passing of your mother. I was able to get to know her more at St. James. She was an example of great faith and was of keen wit. Best to you.
Michael McDonald
May 31, 2020
My sympathies to the Kingcaid family. She was a very nice, sweet lady. She would always be so considerate, always ask me how my family was doing. I was her housekeeper (Moravian Manor). Very sorry for your loss. Connie Peters
May 30, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss, she was a special lady and will be greatly missed by many.
Bill Maney
May 30, 2020
We were so sorry to hear about Lucy’s passing. She was a dear person and we so enjoyed her humor. May you find the Lord’s comfort and peace.
Joe and Luba Irwin
May 30, 2020
My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. Lucy was an inspirational woman full of generosity and love. I am so glad I got to know her at St, James.
Kathy Mansbery
May 30, 2020
I will miss my Great Aunt Lucy for the rest of my life. For me, she was there in the joyous times–weddings (too many of them mine), holiday get togethers, family reunions–always making those events fun with her great sense of humor. If she didn’t laugh, it wasn’t funny. She was also there in times of sorrow when relatives passed away to offer solace and wisdom to know that life goes on. She will live on in the memories of each person she touched. To Ray, Renee, Debbie and Mary and the extended family, the thoughts and prayers of Kat and myself are with you to help you through your grieving. Love you.
Michael Kingcaid
May 29, 2020
Dear Renee, Peace and Blessings to you and your family. Your mom was my Confirmation sponsor and gave me a beautiful medal that I still wear. She was always so kind to my mom.
Pam McLellan Mull
May 29, 2020
Renee, Deb, Mary, and Skeeter, I’m so sad to hear about Aunt Lucy. I enjoyed seeing her whenever I could make it out there. I know she’s at peace. I send my love to yous all. Dianne (Tomari) Chandler
May 29, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers for Lucy. Lucy was a lovely person, we loved her. May she sit at the right hand of God in peace.
Tom and Jeanne Hayes
May 29, 2020
Dear Renee, Debbie, Ray (Skeeter), & Mary, This is Debi (Miller) Lefever, your former neighbor on Owl Hill Rd, (Vic & Dottie’s daughter). I am so sorry to read of your Mom’s passing. May the Peace that surpasses all understanding comfort you as you remember all the love she shared. ~Debi~
May 28, 2020
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. Lucy will always have a special place in my heart. She was my first friend at St James . I don’t think I know anyone with a bigger heart or more prayerful. She loved life and loved her children who were so devoted to her.May her soul Rest In Peace. Martha Barber
May 28, 2020
Lucy was such a prominent member of St James and always had a great smile. I always enjoyed our chats at the Christmas bazaar and exchanging words at church services. Prayers to her children and family. Rose
May 28, 2020
Lucy was such a prominent member of St James and always had a great smile. I always enjoyed our chats at the Christmas bazaar and exchanging words at church services. Prayers to her children and family. Rose Connelly
May 28, 2020
Dear Deb, Mary, Ray and Renee,
My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. It was a joy and a privilege to be a caregiver to your precious Mom. She lived a day at a time and kept her mind active. I was amazed as we watched game shows in the evening and she would have the answers before the contestants. She loved her children and was proud of all your accomplishments. When I asked if she would like to live to be 100 years old she said, “That would be nice, but it is up to God.” She will be missed. Lucy was an inspiration to all of us.
Cheryl Wright, RN
May 28, 2020
Ray, I am so sorry to hear of Lucy’s passing. She was always so sweet and a heck of a Scrabble player. My condolences to you and your sisters.
Helen Hollingshad
May 28, 2020
Dear Renee, Deborah, Ray , Mary and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Please find comfort in the memories of your so loving and active mother, Lucy. Love, Chrissy, Jimmy, Caragein and Briglia families.
May 28, 2020
Dear Ray,Renee,Deb,Mary and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Please find comfort in the memories of your so loving and active mother. Love, Chrissy, Jimmy and the rest of the Briglia and Caragein families.
May 28, 2020
Ray: I am so sorry about your loss. Your mom was a very special person. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Barb Pratt
May 28, 2020
Even in your sorrow, I hope you can hold on to the thourght that a life lived with so much love never really ends, but goes on forever in the hearts of those who remember and loved her. Lucy was a God loving women and a wonderful friend to many of us at St. James. We will miss her for ever, Kathy
May 28, 2020
It’s with heavy hearts that we read of Lucy’s passing! We knew Lucy and Raymond and all the kids way back in the “Hershey Ave. Days”! They were days filled with fun, laughter, and lots of family gatherings! Please know that you are all in our prayers as you grieve the loss of a wonderful, faithful woman! Lucy and Raymond are reunited and happy again! Love and Blessings, the “Harrison Girls” : Eileen, Kathy, Bobbie (Roberta) and Linda
May 28, 2020
Very sorry for the loss of Lucy Kincaid, as I was one of her Caregivers at Moravian Manor. Willl keep your family in my thoughts and prayers. Alice Gibble, LPN
May 27, 2020
Enjoyed many afternoons over the years at the pool parties on Deck Rd. It was always a delight to visit and chat with Lucy while up from Baltimore. We know you will have the angels singing and dancing in heaven. God bless you always. May your soul rest in eternal peace.
Carol and Greg Sobon
May 27, 2020
Rest in peace our dear friend. I will miss Barb bus trips to the casinos together.
Jean ducoat and Tom McEvoy
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