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Thomas P. Gessner, 74

February 28, 2016

Thomas P. Gessner, 74, of Millersville, died Sunday, February 28, 2016 at Hospice & Community Care, Mount Joy.

Born in Lancaster, he was the husband of Rosalie E. (Harnly) Gessner of Millersville, and the son of the late Francis J. and Helen E. (Roschel) Gessner.

Thomas was an avid history buff, and a member of St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church, Lancaster.

He enjoyed vacations all across the United States and the mountains with his family, and he adored his grandchildren, attending all of their sporting events and activities.

Thomas was an Air Force Veteran.

In addition to his wife of 51 years, he is survived by 3 daughters and their spouses: Kimberlie R. and Mark Bennett of Millersville; Shauna R. and Ricardo del Villar of Lancaster; and Staci R. and Eric Bailey of Lancaster; 5 grandchildren: Joshua and Tyler Bennett, Ricky and Shane del Villar, and Jordan Bailey. He was preceded in death by an infant sister, Yvonne Gessner.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 AM Friday, March 4, 2016 at St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church, 2111 Millersville Pike, Lancaster with the Rev. Lawrence W. Sherdel as Celebrant. Family and friends will be received from 6:30 to 8:30 PM Thursday, March 3, 2016 at Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 441 N. George St, Millersville, and again one hour prior to the Mass at the church on Friday. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family.
Kindly omit flowers.

Memorial contributions in Thomas’ memory may be made to Hospice & Community Care, 685 Good Dr, PO Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17601 or to Millersville Area Meals on Wheels, 121 N. George St, Millersville, PA 17551 or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital online at www.stjude.org/give.

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Condolences to the Family

March 04, 2016

Kim so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Such wonderful memories of the times I spent at your house. Much love and hugs to you and your family.
Love,
Toni Sapone-McMillan

March 04, 2016

I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. I didn’t know Tommy and your family but heard my father Ronald Gessner speak of him very kindly. I loved Uncle Fran and Aunt Betty. Wonderful childhood memories.
I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Hugs
Mary Gessner Schreiber

March 03, 2016

Rosie and family,
Sending love and prayers your way. I have such fond memories with Tommy when visiting my grandfather and it was so nice to have you both at our wedding. We will hold those memories close.
Love,
Ted and Elizabeth MacEwan

March 02, 2016

Rosie and family, please accept our condolences on the passing of Tom. Yvonne, Steve and Tony Harnish.

March 02, 2016

Gessner Family:
I was quite sorry to hear of the loss of your Husband and Father. From stories from Staci it is obvious he was a great man and his legacy will live on through his children and grandchildren.
My deepest sympathy,
Scott Tobler

March 01, 2016

Paulette, Colette, Lynette and Richard, We are true my sad to read of your Uncle Tom passing. Another Angel in Heaven . Saying goodbye is the hardest thing one can go through and I feel your pain. Our prayers and Love are with you . Joanne and Fats

March 01, 2016

My deepest sympathy in the loss of your husband. May God bless you and comfort you and your family.
Theresa Schaeffer

March 01, 2016

Dear Rosie and family, So sorry for your loss. Keeping all of you in my prayers. Joanne Grim

February 29, 2016

John and I wish to extend our sincere sympathy to all of Tom and Rosalie’s family and pray God will bring you comfort during these days of grief. May his soul rest in peace.
Most sincerely,
Nancy and John Straw

Visitation: Thursday, March 03, 2016; 6:29 PM - 8:30 PM; Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory; 441 North George Street; Millersville, PA 17551
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Visitation: Friday, March 04, 2016; 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM; St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church; 2111 Millersville Pike; Lancaster, PA
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Services: Friday, March 04, 2016; 11:00 AM; St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church; 2111 Millersville Pike; Lancaster, PA
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