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Robert F. Criswell, Jr., 79

October 19, 2025

Robert F. Criswell Jr., age 79 of Lititz, passed away on October 19, 2025. Born in Oil City, PA, he was the only child of the late Robert F. and Rebecca (Coe) Criswell.

Robert worked successfully and retired as a Buyer from Boscov’s department store. He dedicated much of his life to serving others and the Lititz community. A proud member of the Lititz Lions Club since 1998, he exemplified leadership and commitment, serving a term as President and earning the honor of being the Grand Marshall of the Lititz Lions Club Independence Day Parade for many years. His passion for helping others extended beyond the Lions Club; he was also an assistant volunteer trainer at Lancaster General Hospital and served as a Stephen Minister through Highland Presbyterian Church, where he provided support and care to those in need.

A true animal lover, Robert had a special fondness for poodles, and he was known for his remarkable collection of Coca-Cola memorabilia. In his younger years, he even had the unique experience of being selected twice to dance on American Bandstand, a testament to his lively spirit.

Robert is survived by his loving wife, Janet Criswell of Lititz; three sons: Robert F. Criswell, III, Richard F. Criswell (husband of Gayle) of Lancaster and Randy P. Criswell (husband of Noelle) of East Petersburg; two stepsons: William F. Brightman, Jr. of Lititz and Brian R. Brightman of Florida; 9 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.

Family will receive friends in the Eschbach Parlor of Lititz Moravian Church, 8 Church Square, Lititz, PA 17543, Tuesday October 28, 2025, from 10AM to 11AM with a service in the church at 11AM. Burial will follow at Lititz Moravian Cemetery.

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Visitation
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Lititz Moravian Church- Eschbach Parlor
8 Church Square
Lititz, PA 17543
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Lititz, PA 17543
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