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Mary Theresa (Liebl) Stumpf, 91
March 21, 1931 - April 27, 2022
Mary T. Stumpf passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on April 27, 2022 at the Mennonite Home. She was born in Lancaster on March 21, 1931; she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Ohlinger) Liebl. She was the loving and devoted wife of John P. “Jack” Stumpf whom she shared 72 years of marriage.
She attended St. Joseph School and graduated from Lancaster Catholic High School in 1949.
Mary was a past member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and a past president of the St. Joseph Mothers’ Club. As a loving mother and grandmother, Mary was truly the center of her family. She enjoyed family holidays and hosting picnics and gatherings on their farm. Along with Jack, Mary created many fun and cherished family memories at their beach house on the Outer Banks. She also enjoyed traveling with Jack, painting, sewing, entertaining, and decorating her homes.
Mary is survived by her husband Jack, and her daughters: Mary E. wife of Harry Clark, of Lancaster, Joni M. wife of Bob Herlinger of Spotsylvania, VA, and Cindy L. wife of Greg Schwarz of Ephrata, and also daughter-in-law Kathleen Stumpf; and her sister Joanne L. Kaiser, Lancaster. In addition to her children, she is survived by 10 grandchildren: Jason (Rachel), Erick (Vanessa), Lisa (Mike), Jessica (Steve), John, Jeremy (Ashley), Ryan (Becky), Kelly, Colin and Brandan; and 14 great-grandchildren, and one on the way. She is predeceased by her son, John P. Stumpf, Jr. and a great-granddaughter, infant Amelia Citro.
The family would like to thank the entire staff of the Mennonite Home, especially Trout Run and Hospice & Community Care, for the loving and compassionate care bestowed upon their mother. Her strong faith, gentle heart, and endearing personality will be missed by all those who knew her and loved her.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 am, Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 601 E. Delp Rd., Lancaster, PA 17601, with Rev. Daniel Powell, as Celebrant. The family will welcome family and friends at the church between 10:00 – 11:00 am. Interment will follow at St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery, Bausman. In lieu of flowers, donations in Mary’s memory can be made to Lancaster Catholic High School, Advancement Office, 650 Juliette Avenue, Lancaster, PA. 17601 and the Mennonite Home Communities c/o Benevolent Care, 1520 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601.
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Condolences to the Family
August 08, 2022
My sincere condolances to the family.
I grew up on the neighboring farm. I have years of happy memories of the Stumpf, Eshleman, and Mann family children playing together.
Bruce Mann
Spring Hill Farm
Mason, NH
May 10, 2022
Hi Joni,
I read of your Mom’s passing in the Lancaster paper today. I want to express my condolences for your loss. It must have been an especially hard Mother’s Day for you. All the Best to You and Yours, Linda Butz Brenckle
May 04, 2022
Joni, Bob and family,
Please accept our condolences on the passing of Mary. With deepest sympathies,
The STINGRAYS Swim Team
May 03, 2022
Joni and family,
Sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing. The loss of a Mother is not an easy one to take. I’m so sorry for you and your loved ones. I’ll always remember how pretty she was and how sweet she was to your friends when visiting your home on Beaver Valley Pike.
God Bless you all!
May 01, 2022
To Jack and all the kids, my heartfelt condolences to all of your family on the passing of Mary, a loving wife, mother, and friend.
I was sorry to read about Mary’s passing last week. I especially remember her kind and giving nature, as well as the friendship shared with my parents, Ruth and Moe and my sister, Judy.
I have so many fond memories of spending time with your family on the farm. In many ways I grew up during those weeks I stayed with your family in the summer. I was there working and playing along with all of the kids. Doing farm stuff was a big deal for a city kid: riding the ponies Queenie and Goldy, working the tobacco harvest, bailing hay, milking cows, Summer corn roasts with all the families, swimming in the pool in the middle of the stock yard, ice skating and curling on the frozen pond, driving tractors, it was all a city kid could want growing up. I often reminisce about those summers and the many other times my family spent with your family.
Mary made me feel at home whenever I was there. I will cherish her memory always. She will be missed.
Love to you all,
Davey (Harnish)
May 01, 2022
Friends and family of Mary: A sweet woman has trancended earth for her heavenly home. May God give you comfort.
Deb Eshleman
April 30, 2022
As her niece, I felt like an honorary member of the Stumpf family growing up. Aunt Mary allowed us to be kids and experience all the joys of outdoor farm fun. Despite the trouble we could have gotten into, I’ll always remember her as being calm, kind, pleasant and loving. Thanks to her generosity I feel I was able to experience so many unforgettable fun times outdoors in the country. Mary Stumpf will be remembered and missed. Our heartfelt condolences to all of her large family!
Kathy (Kaiser) and John Zug
April 29, 2022
My aunt Mary was always so kind and thoughtful to me. Visiting aunt Mary and uncle Jack and playing with our cousins on their farm was a childhood highlight. She was a beautiful person, kind to all, and raised great kids. The staff at Mennonite Home even mentioned to us that everyone there loved Mary.Jeff Kaiser
April 29, 2022
Dear Mary & Cork, we’re so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. We pray God gives you strength and comfort at such a difficult time. Love , Orpha & Joe
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