Obituaries
Thomas J. McNelis, 71
December 07, 2019
Thomas J. McNelis, 71, Conestoga, PA, passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2019 at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Thomas J. and Mary (Krupa) McNelis.
Thomas grew up in Lancaster and graduated from Lancaster Catholic High School 1966 and Villanova University 1974. Entering the military in 1969 Thomas served with great pride in the United States Army. He also served the Pennsylvania National Guard with the Search and Rescue Unit. Upon military retirement Thomas held position at the Pennsylvania State University System as Director of Technology.
Tom enjoyed gardening, nature, bird-watching, fishing, hunting, camping, the shore, astronomy, religious studies, and conversations around a bonfire. Tom belonged to the Lancaster Fossil and Mineral Club and was a member of the Knights of Columbus council #867.
Surviving are family and friends who loved him dearly.
Cremation services will be private.
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Condolences to the Family
December 24, 2019
I just got this sad news today of Toms passing. I met Tom when I was a young boy, he lived near me. He was a great stand up guy & always let us hang around with him doing all sorts of things out in the nature. I learned a lot from him growing up & loved his Irish setters that he always had. We remained friends all through my adulthood as well. My condolences to his family. May God bless him & keep him, Amen…
John Binkle
December 24, 2019
Rest in peace Mr. Tom ( MR T ) I will always remember the fun and interesting times we had together ! May god bless you ! James and Kathy Binkle
December 24, 2019
I had not seen Tom is quite a few years. But he was very influential in my eldest son’s early life many years ago. My condolences to his remaining family & friends, and may Tom now truely Rest Forever In Peace …
Pat Binkle
December 23, 2019
Dear Tom, You were always a sweet, kind and happy person. God Bless you. We’ll miss you.
Maureen & Andy Latanishen
December 22, 2019
Tom, May God grant you eternal peace…a new life without pain and suffering! Thank you for sharing your beautiful smile and your giving spirit.
Our prayers are with you!
Joe and Barb Slagle and family
December 22, 2019
It is with great sadness that we, members of the Lancaster County Fossil and Mineral Club observe the loss of our dear friend, Tom McNelis. Tom was a longtime friend to many of us and we are heartbroken over his passing. Tom always was a kind and generous person and a pleasure to be around. Thank you Tom for allowing us to know you! Rest in eternal peace!
Catherine and Christopher Haefner
