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Howard C. "Boop" Gingrich

Howard Gingrich Obituary

Howard C. Gingrich PALMYRA Howard C. "Boop" Gingrich, 77, a longtime resident of Cleona, and more recently of 124 Juniper St., Palmyra, beloved patriarch, father, grandfather, and greatgrandfather died peacefully Sunday, January 24, 2010, in the home of his daughter in Rochester, N.Y., surrounded by his loving family after a long illness. He was the husband of Gloria G. Barry Gingrich, his lifelong partner and wife with whom he celebrated their 57th wedding anniversary in August 2009. Born in Lebanon, on April 28, 1932, he was the son of the late Hiester and Helen Mason Gingrich. He was the self-employed owner of Gingrich Plumbing and Heating, Cleona, and a U.S. Army Veteran of Korea. He was stationed in Germany during the Occupation in 1954. Howard was a 1950 graduate of Lebanon High School; a member of Immanuel United Methodist Church, Cleona; Mt. Olivet Lodge #704, F. & A.M., Lebanon; and Annville American Legion Post 559. He was a member of the Cleona Lions Club and the Lebanon Elks Club. He served on the AnnvilleCleona School Board. "Boop", as he was affectionately known, enjoyed all the times spent with his family and was so very proud of his children and absolutely adored his grandchildren and greatgrandson. Surviving, in addition to his wife, are two sons, Dale H. Gingrich and wife, Debbie of Derwood, Md., and Craig W. Gingrich and wife, Stacie of Lancaster; a daughter, Linda G., wife of Robert Fox of Rochester, N.Y.; two sisters, Nancy, wife of Darwin Miller of Lebanon, and Ruth Ann Gingrich of Lebanon; eight grandchildren, Chris Fox and wife, Katie, Jeffrey Fox, Laura Fox, Matthew Gingrich, Dana Gingrich, Trevor Gingrich, Olivia Gingrich, and Abby Gingrich; and one greatgrandson, Henry Fox. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Dennis Gingrich and Hiester Gingrich. Funeral services will be held on Friday at 11 a.m. from Immanuel United Methodist Church, 29 E. Maple St., Cleona, 17042. Interment will be held in Grand View Memorial Park with full military honors. Viewing will be held on Friday from 10 to 11 a.m. at the church. Masonic services will be held on Friday at 9:45 a.m. by Mt. Olivet Lodge No. 704, F. & A.M. prior to the viewing at the church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Howard Gingrich Memorial Fund, c/o Immanuel United Methodist Church. Kreamer Funeral Home and Crematory, Annville, is in charge of arrangements. www.kreamerfuneralhome .com

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Published by Lebanon Daily News from Jan. 27 to Jan. 28, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Howard Gingrich

19 Entries

February 17, 2010

Gloria, Dale Linda & Craig --My sympathies go to your family. I am your cousin Holly in Arizona ( I don't know if you remember me) My Uncle Carl just e-mailed me about Boop. Although it has been many years I always remember all the fun we had at family weddings. Gloria & my mom Audrey were first cousins. Love Holly

holly hartmann

February 17, 2010

DICK BEAMESDERFER

February 3, 2010

GOD BLESS

Patti Minora

January 31, 2010

I'll surely remember Uncle Boop fondly when I think of the times we spent conversing. We especially had fun talking about my neighbor, Gerry MacNamara, when he played basketball at Syracuse. We even went to his HS State Playoff in Hershey together! He was so warm and welcoming, always, and enjoyed conversing about anything, as a matter of fact! I;ll miss his smile and I hope to see you soon, Aunt Gloria.I'm sorry we were unable to be at the beautiful celebration of his life. You are all in my prayers. Patti

January 30, 2010

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. I knew your family first as neighbors and later as my husband's employer. My deepest sympathy.
Peggy (Batz) Hummel

PJ Gingrich

January 29, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Joan and Kevin DiMaggio

January 29, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you today and for the days ahead.

Ted Watson

January 28, 2010

The Gingrichs' Built a home at 1st and Lehman Street in Lebanon in the mid 1940s. With my parents and Grandparents, I lived next door to Boop and his brothers. He was several years older than I but was always very nice to me. I have fond memories of my growing up in Lebanon and Boop Gingrich is one of the many people who made Lebanon a very special place to live.

jose angel figueroa

January 28, 2010

My deepest sympathies with a heartfelt tear to the Gingrich family. As the former spouse of Janis Barry, I was honored to meet "Uncle Boop" who made me most welcome as a family member. His love of life, passion for humanity, spiritual guidance, and earthy demeanor embraced you with his wisdom and compassion. In many ways, he became that big brother and uncle I craved for. I missed him then and moreso greater today. Con Amor, Besos, y Carino (w/love, kisses, and affection)-Jose Angel Figueroa ([email protected]).

Dani Stefonich

January 28, 2010

Aunt Gloria, Dale, Linda, and Craig, Uncle Boop always had a hearty laugh and warm smile on every visit up to see you. He was always a favorite of mine and I will miss him as I know you are now. Hold on to each other and God bless you all and your families.

Janis Barry

January 28, 2010

Howard (Boop) Gingrich is my Uncle/Godfather and he was a very big-hearted and generous man. He had the ability to make everyone feel special because he was a fantastic listener. He had many gifts, but I will always remember his ability not to forget a previous conversation.

With loving and respectful memories and in sympathy to my Aunt and Cousins

January 28, 2010

To Linda and all the family. I'm sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.
Kathy Green, Pittsford

January 28, 2010

Our sympathy to all the family. Boop was a great friend of mine. A lot of good old memories. George "Gabby" Hartnett

george hartnett

January 28, 2010

Our sympathy to all the family. Boop was a great friend of mine. A lot of good old memories. George "Gabby" Hartnett

January 27, 2010

Gloria, Linda, Dale and Craig, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. We know how hard this is but hope it brings you some peace knowing Boop is in a better place. Kim, Chris and Tom Keller

Ron & Fayetta Schieber

January 27, 2010

Our sympathies to the Gingrigh family at this time of sorrow.

Doug Wilkinson

January 27, 2010

Craig,

My sympathies to you and your family. I'm sorry for your loss.

Lloyd Pyles

January 27, 2010

The Ginrich family will probably not remember me. I worked for Mr. Barry at the grocery store in the early 50's. I attended Boop's and Glorias wedding. My dad and Boop's dad were 2nd or 3rd cousins. I remember Heaster his dad. I used to go to the armory aith my dad and him. May God bring you peace. Lloyd E. Pyles, Jr.

January 27, 2010

Although we knew Boop only from occasional gatherings at the Hearsey household, it was obvious that he was a proud "patriarch" of a fine, adored family. We enjoyed his company. We also appreciate the services he performed for our community and will remember him for those too.

Our sympathies go to Gloria, Craig and Stacie, Olivia and Abby, and to the entire Gingrich family.

John and Phyllis Norton

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