Obituaries
Russell P. Schreiber, 94
May 04, 2020
Russell P. Schreiber, 94, of Lititz, went home to his Lord and Savior on May 4, 2020, at Luther Acres. Born in Quarryville, he was the son of the late Charles D. and Anna (Pollock) Schreiber and the beloved husband of Evelyn (Fletcher) Schreiber.
Russell graduated from Millersville University and taught Industrial Arts in Collegeville, Pa., for five years before becoming a co-owner and architectural millwork estimator at Keath Planing Mill, now Lititz Planing Mill. He retired at the age of 89 but kept working on projects as a consultant.
Russell had an eye for detail and design. A master woodworker, Russell was able to sketch designs that he would see in shops and make exact replicas at home. He made beautiful furniture for his family and friends, including chairs, hutches, and grandfather clocks. He enjoyed traveling to Colonial Williamsburg to admire the history and antique construction, as well as to the mountains, where he would harvest wild watercress for Evelyn and himself. Nothing tasted better to him than a watercress sandwich and a heaping bowl of ice cream. Any ice cream would do, but Haagen-Dazs coffee ice cream was his favorite.
Throughout his life, Russell was involved in many organizations. He participated and was past president of the Lititz Lions Club, cubmaster for Pack 44, Boy Scouts of America, a PIAA basketball official, and past president of the Millersville University Alumni Association. In coordination with the Lititz Lion’s Club, Russell drove and delivered for the Lititz area Meals on Wheels for many years.
Russell was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Lititz, since 1953. A devout Lutheran, he volunteered as a Sunday school teacher, was a member and past president of the church council, and served as chairman of the building committee. A part of Russell lives on in the church that he loved in the cross that hangs in the sanctuary and the processional cross, both of which he crafted.
Russell will be greatly missed by his loving wife of 71 years, Evelyn; his son, Jeff Schreiber (Jeanine); and daughter, Becky Marks (David). He is also survived by five grandchildren: Amy Allwine, Andrew Allwine (Michaela), Emily Marks, Brandon Schreiber (Kristen), and Brooke Maharg (Christopher); seven great-grandchildren; Jaiden, Jessa, Ryan, Evelyn, Zachary, Zion and Hazel; his exchange student “daughter” from Argentina, Elvira Theiller; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and five brothers, Lester, Robert, Harold, Wayne and Charles.
Services and interment will be private. Please omit flowers. Memorial donations can be made to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 200 W. Orange St., Lititz, PA 17543, or to the Schreiber Center for Pediatric Development, 625 Community Way, Lancaster, PA 17603.
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Condolences to the Family
May 23, 2020
Evelyn and family, Cyndy and I were saddened to hear of Russ’s passing. I was always impressed with his energy, exemplified by his lengthy employment at Lititz Planing Mill, and his service with Lititz Lions. We valued his friendship (and yours) and although we are now rather far away geographically (in Kentucky), our best wishes go with you and your family.
Gary Scibal
May 17, 2020
Mrs. Schreiber, While I only got to know Russel after you bought the adjacent cottage at Spring Lake, I soon learned that he was a genuinely good person. Lynn and I enjoyed those summers when you and Russ where our ‘weekend neighbors.’ Sorry for your loss.
Doug Rossi
May 16, 2020
Evelyn and family. Sorry to hear of Russ’s passing.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Les and Donna Foltz
May 16, 2020
Evelyn and family – it is with saddened hearts we learned of Russ’s passing. Please know we are keeping you all in our hearts and prayers. It was a tremendous pleasure getting to know Russ through St. Paul’s as well as Lititz Planing Mill, and because of those connections, we want you all to know our family has forever been enriched for knowing him! May God bless you all!
Mark and Linda Galway and family
May 12, 2020
Dear Evie: So sorry to hear of Russ’s passing. It was because of members such as Russ that I joined the Lititz Lions Club. I will always cherish his council and friendship. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Tom & Nancy Bender
May 12, 2020
My deepest sympathy for your family in your time of grief. I have fond memories of the Schreiber family, Aunt Annie, and Uncle Charlie. My love to you all.
sincerely, Donna Pollock Simanovich
May 11, 2020
May 11th
What a truly exceptional person Russell was and what a loss his death is to his family, community and to St Paul’s. He will certainly be missed and fondly remembered by many.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Tom and Sharyn Garrett
May 11, 2020
My very best wishes to the Schreiber family. Russell was one of the most honorable men in my young life in Lititz, and an exemplary role model for every young man in our community. He is sorely missed, and will always be remembered fondly.
Jim Shannon, Jr – St. Paul, Minnesota
May 11, 2020
Pam and I wish to convey our deepest sympathies to Evelyn, Becky, Jeff, family and friends. There simply just isn’t enough good and graciuos words to describe Russ. Mentor, counselor, leader, co-worker, friend. Having the good fortune of knowing Russ since Jr. High and later working with him for 35 years was a true blessing. When my Father passed in 1985, Russ was there. Knowing Russ for almost 50 years I have many fond memories of him and in my younger days Jeff, Becky, and Evelyn included.
Presently, almost everyday, I look after the building needs of the church Russ helped build. Ocasionally Russ would pull me aside at the “Mill” and off we went to the St. Paul. Russ had another project for me. The best of all was the cross. He had a simple drawing and asked me to plan and build it. Upon completion he could hardly wait to install it. Everyday when I see that cross hanging from the ceiling in the St. Paul Sanctuary, I will always think of Russ and smile.
Respectfully, Tim Miller
May 10, 2020
My condolences on the loss of your husband and Dad. He did many great things for community and was a great neighbor to my parents. Sincerely, Diane ( York) Habecker, Yuma, AZ
May 10, 2020
am so sorry to hear russell passed away.lve missed our talks on the goverment issues when yous would come into weis on Fridays . l retired a year ago. Evelynplease stay safe and l really missed yous.
penny adams
May 10, 2020
Evelyn and family, so sorry to hear of Russ’s passing! What a wonderful person he was and such a great mentor for Flick! He will be missed lots of love and prayers!❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏 The Flickinger’s!
May 10, 2020
Dear Evelyn and family, So sorry to hear of Russell’s passing. He was always kind to me growing up. I greatly admired his woodworking ability — he was extremely talented. He will be missed by many.
Barry (and Patti) Engle
May 10, 2020
We are so sorry to hear about Russell. Our thoughts are with you.
Bonnie and Karen Engle
May 10, 2020
My deepest sympathies to your family on Russ’s passing. I have many fond memories of serving in the Lititz Lions club with Lion Russ. I admired him for his kindness and friendship, he was always there to lend a helping hand. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Dave Rill
May 10, 2020
May 10,
So sorry to hear of Russ’s passing. He truly leaves a great legacy at St. Paul’s, Schreiber Pediatric Rehab Center and with all he came across in life. Russ was truly an ambassador for Christ in this world as he was always ready to give of himself for others. He and Evelyn are also a wonderful example of what marriage should be. Nancy and I will never forget him.
Tom and Nancy Herrmann
May 09, 2020
We were very sorry to learn of Russ’s passing. We admired his commitment to his faith and respected his many contributions to St. Paul. He and Evelyn were truly role models for us when we joined St. Paul’s approximately 24 years ago.
On a more personal note for me (Don), Russ was someone who was there for me in an unexpected way during an unexpected hour of need. He was truly heaven sent much to my benefit. I will always remember him for his kindness and wisdom in that moment of my life. Somehow God placed him there for me at that time and I will be eternally grateful for his presence. I share this story for the family as I have no doubt that Russ touched many lives that his family may not even know.
Don and Carolyn Masey
May 09, 2020
So sorry to hear of Russell’s passing. We have many fond memories of his and Evelyn’s years as band parents at WHS. Prayers and sympathies to his whole family. Barry and Anita (Balmer) Rowe
May 09, 2020
Our sincere sympathy is sent to the Russell Schreiber Family! He was a wondersful person and husband, raising two great children in Jeffrey and Becky. He always had a smile on his face and will be missed by all who knew him. God Bless Russell and his Family in this time of sorrow!
Dale & Pearl Weller
May 08, 2020
Russ was a wonderful man that Irene and I were privileged to know. Our thoughts and prayers are with Evelyn and his family.
Jerry and Irene Miller
May 08, 2020
Russ was such a wonderful, gentle, thoughtful, and kind man. He loved his family and his church. It has been a pleasure to get to know him and Evelyn at our church. Our thoughts and prayers are with Evelyn and your family. Al and Deb Rothermel
May 08, 2020
Becky and family, so sorry for your loss..cherish your many fond memories. Sounds like he was such a great soul. Kathy A
May 08, 2020
We have so many fond memories of times spent with Russell. He was such a kind and sharing man. He will be missed.
Jim and Nancy Miller
May 08, 2020
Russ was a wonderful, talented and gentle person whom I had the privilege of knowing. His handiwork enhances the beauty of St. Paul’s Church. My thoughts and prayers are with Evelyn and his family. He was a great man and I will miss him.
Pat Lamb
