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William F. Mansbery, 53

William F. Mansbery, 53, of Lititz, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 6, 2010.

He was the husband of Kathy A. Staub Mansbery with whom he celebrated ten years of marriage on July 31.

Born in Plainfield, NJ, he was the son of Geraldine T. Mansbery and the late O. Paul Mansbery.

Bill attended Maine and New York Maritime Colleges where he specialized in marine engineering and naval architecture. He completed his education at Villanova University. Bill was a valued salesman for the firm of Shingle and Gibb.

Bill loved sports of all kinds.  He bowled with his wife and has won many awards for his skill.  Bill also was an avid golfer who played with friends and as part of a team.   On weekends he would be found watching NASCAR or his favorite baseball team, the Mets.  He enjoyed poker games and hunting.   Kathy and Bill enjoyed public sales, antiquing, and playing with their dogs, Savannah and Bailey.  Bill spent many years as a volunteer fireman in both Warren Township and Plainsboro, NJ.

A grill master and avid baker, Bill could often be found concocting his special recipes for friends and family.

Family was very important in Bill’s life.  He hosted many gatherings and was the life of any get-together.  His family and friends will sorely miss his sense of humor and welcoming spirit.

Bill was preceded in death by his brother, James Paul Mansbery, and his father, O. Paul Mansbery.  He is survived by his brother, Thomas, husband of Carol Mansbery, Durham, NC; and two sisters:  Kathleen Mansbery of Lititz, and Margaret (Mimi) M. married to Kevin Girten of Lititz.  He has many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and nephews.

Friends will be received at the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home and Chapel, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, on Sunday, April 11,2010 from 2-4 p.m.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, April 12, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church, 505 Woodcrest Avenue, Lititz, PA.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Bill’s memory to the Alzheimer’s Association, Delaware Valley Chapter,399 Market St  Suite 102, Philadelphia, PA 19106, the American Heart Association, 610 Community Way, Lancaster, PA 17603, or the Multiple Sclerosis Association of America, 706 Haddonfield Rd., Cherry Hill, NJ 08002. To send an online condolence, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com

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Kathy,

I work with your brother Ron Staub and have met you and your husband several times. Please accept my deepest sympathy. Find your greatest comfort and strength with your family and friends through this trying time. God be with you.

Sincerely,
Tammy Baumgardner

Kathy,
We are so sorry for your loss. We are friends of Mimi and Kevin’s and have made your acquaintance at their house many times. We always enjoyed Billy’s humor. You are in our thoughts and prayers. 
With Deepest Sympathy,
Mike, Val, Tayler and Brittney Bomberger

Kathy

I was so saddened to hear about your loss.  I didn’t know your husband, Bill, but after reading his obituary, and the condolences, he must have been an exceptional partner and friend.  I’m sure he will be greatly missed by many.

Though so many years have passed, I continue to think about you and the friendship we shared.  I will keep you in my prayers. 

With Sincere Sympathy
Pam Little (pjlittle@iu12.org

I was very sad to hear of Bill’s passing. I always enjoyed his company and bowling and playing cards with him. I will miss him alot.
Sincerely,
Scott Weeple

A donation has been made in Bill’s memory to the Alzheimer’s research.
Dave and Leslie Schlosser

To all of Bill’s family,

We were all saddened to learn of Bill’s untimely passing. When Bill lived in Westmont, NJ we were all blessed to have many happy and entertaining times with him, especially the numerous holidays we spent together! We could always count on Bill to find something fun to do even if it was watching the Super Bowl. We will always remember the many debates about the Met’s and the way Bill would make us laugh.

The love that Bill would give the animals and his genuine caring personality was ever present. He will be deeply missed, remembered fondly. Please accept our sympathy and find comfort in the wonderful memories we are sure you must have of such a wonderful gifted man.

Dear Kathy,
 
  I, like all your Jazzercise friends were shocked to hear of your loss!  Please know that I have you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Be comforted by all your wonderful memories of your dear husband, Bill!   

So Sorry!
Holly Carpenter

Bill will surely be remembered for the way he enjoyed life and his sense of humor.
At picnics and family gatherings he was always nice and sincere and full of fun, always bringing joy and laughter.
Bill will be deeply missed.

Our prayers are with you,
LeRoy, Sharon & Weston Jackson

Dear Kathy,
    We are so shocked and completely saddened by news of Bill’s passing. Our hearts go out to you and the rest of Bill’s family.
     We feel so lucky to have been part of Bill life. Even though it was cut short, he has made such a profound impact on those who were blessed enough to have known him. From to parties at the Elsonville club, to the get togethers in your back yard, (the storms wouldn’t stop him from having a good time) they were always lots of fun. Bill knew how to have a good time and to encourage others to have a good time as well. We will miss him deeply.

To the Entire Mansbery Family:

I am stunned – as I know you all are.  Billy was a wonderful person and will be surely missed by all who he came in touch with….an unforgettable, genuine man.

Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.  Take comfort in all of the happy memories that you will never forget – I know I have some!

With sincere sympathy,
Anne DeWitt and family

Dear Kathy – you may remember me because we worked together at Fulton Bank.  I was sorry to read about the loss of your husband, Bill.  My prayers and thoughts are with you and the rest of his family. 
Marian Walters

Dear Kathy,
  You do not know me, but your husband was a fond and highly respected friend of mine for over 21 years, starting when I joined Caterpillar in 1989. I am not sure what to say, but be assured that Bill was the best and will greatly be missed by all of the lives that he had touched, including mine.
  You are not alone in missing him, but I am also sure that the magnitude of his loss is still yours. Still, he will be greatly missed.
  Was Bill a great salesman? Actually, he was the best. He was, in a word, genuine. No other person could, or perhaps ever will, match the person that he was. I saw him only last week and never could imagine that this would happen; Bill was only 2 years younger than I.
  I share in your loss.

Rob Manion
Genesys Controls
Director of Engineering

Dear Kathy,
We just want to let you know how much Bill will be missed.  We are all still in very much shock.  You have alot to be proud of and we all have alot of great memories of Bill.  You and Bill’s family are very much in out thoughts and prayers.
Lots of Love,
Scott, Lorraine & Eric Rife

Kathy, (Tanya and Paul’s Mom)
Barry and I are so lost for words. I can’t even imagine what you and your family are going through.  He will be sorely missed.  Just know you are in our hearts thoughts and prayers.
With Heartfelt Sympathy, 
Barry and Janet Coates

Mimi, Kevin, Kevin, Katie and Mrs. Mansbery,
We are so sorry for your loss. We were out of town this weekend so we were unable to attend the services but we were thinking of all of you and were there in spirit. We enjoyed Billy’s humor and his easy going spirit. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Mike, Val, Tayler and Brittney Bomberger

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