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Virginia Wertz, 86

Virginia Wertz, 86, of Elizabethtown, passed away peacefully with friends and her daughter, Tuesday, January 25, 2011 at Masonic Homes. Born in Pittsburgh, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Paul N. and Kathryn (Klein) Brecht. Virginia was the wife of Dr. John Wertz Jr. with whom she celebrated 64 years of marriage this past June 7th.

Virginia was a homemaker, raising 3 children. She enjoyed singing with her sisters as a young woman and singing to her children when they were small. And while living at Masonic Village loved singing with the other residents during their activity time. She played golf with her husband and friends for many years, and played tennis with friends until her she could no longer play..

Virginia was proud of her volunteer work with the USO during World War II.

Surviving in addition to her husband Dr. John Wertz Jr., are 3 children; John P. Wertz husband of Lynne W. of Bluffton, Sc., Janette Howell wife of Daniel of Marietta, and William Wertz husband of Bonnie of Elizabethtown. 8 grandchildren. 12 great grandchildren. A sister, Annabelle Lentz of Charlotte, Nc., and a brother Paul Brecht Jr. of North Ft. Myers, Fl.

A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, January 29, 2011 at the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz 17543 at 3 p.m. Interment will be Monday, January 31, 2011 at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Bausman, Pa. at 11 a.m.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to Masonic Homes Lafayette West 600 Freemason Dr. Elizabethtown, Pa. 17022. To send an online condolence or for more information please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 717-560-5100

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Dear Dr. Wertz & Family
  I was sorry to see Ginny passed away. You have been bless to have had so many year together. Wishing you peace and comfort at this difficult time.

Barbara McGinley Girocco

Bud and family –
I’m sorry to hear that Virginia has passed.  Her suffering is now over, and she is at home peacefully with our dear Lord.  She was a neat and gracious lady whom I will never forget.   We shared laughter and joy at many functions, and her concern with my mother touched me deeply.  Bud – take comfort in the years of good memories that you shared together, and best wishes for you and your family.

Julie & Mike Post

Dear Howell and Webb Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you today.  I’m very sorry for your loss.  May God give you you comfort and peace on this day and days ahead.  Love you all!!!

The Knutsens

Good Morning Doc..

Our family extends our sincere Condolences on the passing of Virginia.
I was hoping to get to the Service on Saturday, however a out of town commitment prevented this. I think of you often and the great times we had playing golf together with the greatest friends I have ever known.
Trust this message finds you well.

Carl F. Bernhardt

Dear Dr. Wertz and Family,

We are sorry for your loss and extend our deepest sympathy to you at this time. We will continue keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.

Muriel Cottingham and Family

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