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Sherie D. Keeney, 71

Sherie D. (Hartman) Keeney, 71, of Lancaster, passed away Wednesday, August 29, 2012 at Hospice and Community Care Center of Mount Joy.

Born in Lebanon County, she was the daughter of the late Marvin W. and Ernestine M. (Koller) Hartman.

She was employed for 15 years by Western Electric in Reading, and for 20 years by Kellog’s in Lancaster, where she was Vice President of the Grain Millers Union.

Sherie was a 1959 graduate of Governor Mifflin High School.

She was a member of Elias Lutheran Church in Newmanstown.

She enjoyed playing cards, and especially loved her family and grandchildren.

She is survived by a son, Jeffrey A. Keeney of Bethel; three brothers:  Kerry Hartman of Clearwater, FL; William Hartman of New Tripoli, and James Hartman of Allentown; a sister, Deborah Wagner of Allentown; four grandchildren:  Kevin Wetzel, Mandi Knepp, and Gianna and Ryan Keeney; a great-grandson, Paetyn Knepp; and a great-granddaughter, Ava Wetzel.

A Funeral Service will be held at 11 AM on Tuesday, September 4, 2012 at Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA with Rev. Ken Keller officiating.  Burial will follow in Millcreek Memorial Cemetery, Newmanstown.  The family will receive friends two hours prior to the service, from 9 to 11 AM, at the funeral home. Flowers are appreciated or memorial contributions in Sherie’s memory may be made to:  Hospice & Community Care, PO Box 4125, 685 Good Drive, Lancaster, PA  17604. To place a condolence online, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory 717-560-5611

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My wife and I share your sadness in the loss of Sherie. It’s difficult for me to describe what she meant to me and so many other people. She was so helpful and caring, especially to those who sustained injuries while employed. To us her passing leaves a big empty space that will be impossible to fill by anyone else.If you ever needed help, with anything, Sherie was there with words of advice and guidance.

She never gave up on anyone no matter how small or inconsequential the problem. She did this so many times probably without even a "thank you" but that never stopped her!

To me she was a wonderful friend and I am proud that she considered me a friend of hers!

We are so very sorry for your loss, but know that she was loved by many more people than just her wonderful family.

She will never be forgotten by any of us. God Bless.

Fred & GerryAnn Wolf

Sherie was the most caring person I’ve ever met, she would do anything and everything for her family and close friends. I remember our long talks on the patio at the apartment complex and playing in poker tournaments. The most thing I’ll miss about her is her laugh, she always knew how to make you smile. I was very lucky and grateful I got to spend 6 years of my life being a part of her family.

My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone who is effected by this loss.
Heather

This heartfelt sympathy goes to Sherie’s family and friends. Sherie was a very caring person and she will be missed greatly. We grew up together since first grade and to have a lasting friendship like we have had is a wonderful testimomy of a wonderful friend. We did grow up in a small town and had more fun in those years then some people have in a lifetime.

Sherie will be missed so much. Every month when our group gets together she will be with us in spirit.

Mandi and Steve, you were so loved by Sherie. Every time we were together she had nothing but love in her heart for you and Paeyton. Her heart was so full of love.

Elaine (Fink) Burkholder

Mandi I was very shocked to read of the passing of your grandmother please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very sad time. She was a wonderful lady.

my sincere sympathy,
Michelle Gonzalez Good
(Minnies daughter)

Sherie will forever be in my heart, she would always be there for me or any other person that needed her, if only to talk and laugh about good times, and we shared many. Her son and her grandchildren were the light of her life. Also she loved having fun playing a card game and going to the casino for a fun night out. We have many memories together, and I will cherish them all. I want to thank my daughter and her husband for taking such great care of sherie in her time of need. It seemed to me she could fix the world if you asked her to, so kind of a person does not come along in everyones life every day, and I am so glad that I got to spend time with her and my grandson every time that we could. I am sure she will be watching over each and every one of us that has ever been a friend or is a family member. All of our hearts will have an empty spot without her, but I hope all family and friends will remember the good memories they shared with her. I will be praying for all family and friends, and share in the loss of such a wonderful woman and friend. Love you sherie, I will miss you dearly, Tina

My Grandmother was a very giving and loving person. She always made sure My brother’s,My sister, and myself always had everything as well as our children. she was loved by many. She was the glue that held us together for so long. I will always keep her in my heart. I will always hang on to our memories. I loved her dearly. i hope everyone will also keep a place in their hearts for her as well.

Love
Gianna

We are just two of the many friends that Sherie had in the Reading area, and we know we speak for many when we say she will be sorely missed.We spent many fun times with Sherie, especially on camping trips and parties, and want to express our condolences to Jeff, Mandi and the rest of Sherie’s family.

Aggie Watson and Pat Metka

To Mandi, Jeff, and the rest of her family.Sherie and a select few other girls grew up together in Newmanstown. I lived aside of Sheries family for many years, and let me tell you, we were always together. The BEST of FRIENDS.I could write a book about the things we did. All good times, the last 20 or so years we got together every month and went out to eat, our annual summer picnic and Christmas Party were an all day affair,with lots of fun. There will be an empty spot in our hearts always. Sherie will be GREATLY missed by all who knew her.

I pray for Jeff and Mandi, for peace and strength in the coming months it is hard to loose a loved one. Just remember all the good times you spend with her and how much she loved you. You can never forget all the memories.

I loved Sherie like a sister. Myself and her close friends will never forget her. May she be at peace. Sandy and Jeanie

I would like to start by saying that my mom was the most wonderful mother friend grandmother a person could have ever hoped for. me and my children are devastated by this loss. i am trying to stay strong for my family but it is hard. i am praying for the strength from god to help us get through this very difficult time. i would like to thank my daughter mandi and her husband steve for everything they have sacrificed and all the loving care they have they have given her over the past few years. she was the most loving , caring and giving person i ever knew. she was loved by everyone that she knew. she will never be forgotten. we will all miss her and have her in our thoughts her loving son jeff

My deepest sympathy goes out to Sheries family.I met Sherie at Kelloggs over 25 yrs ago and we became good friends.She was the most generous person I know. She always was always ready to listen and help anyone no matter what the reason. She loved her family so much and helped all of them in any situation. Thank you Mandy for taking care of her as you did. May God bless you for the love you showed her. I know she is at peace now. May God rest her soul. God Bless! Peg Flick

Linda Strickler Derr. I am a cousin of Sheree’s from Newmanstown. We grew up together and had lots of fun growing up in a small town. We were adventurous and daring and like to play jokes on our friends. Our friendship has carried on thru the years to this date. She will be missed by a great many people and to Mandy, thank you for taking care of Sheree. She loved you dearly. God Bless the family.

Sherie will be greatly missed by all of us who knew her. Her compassion and deep concern for family and friends was unparalleled. She was always willing and able to come to the aid of a friend in helping to solve their problems. We wish her family comfort and peace.

Love,
The Harringtons

Mandi, just heard of Sherie’s passing I am so sorry she will missed she was one of kindest people i know AGAIN my deepest condolences Audrey

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