Harold R. Clasing

Harold Clasing Obituary

STEWARTSTOWN Following a brief illness, and surrounded by his loving family, Harold R. "Hatsy" Clasing, 72, peacefully passed on Thursday, October 2, 2008, at St. Joseph Medical Center, Towson, Md. Formerly of Orangeville, Md., he was the husband of Joyce M. (nee Lindner) Clasing, with whom he celebrated 50 years of marriage in September, 2007. He was the father of Mark H. Clasing, April ClasingBurtnett and husband, James, Dawn McNew-Black and husband, Dennis, Scott C. Clasing and wife, Teresa, Wendy Clasing-Flowers and husband, Dean, and Shawn J. Clasing and wife, Debra; son of the late Alfred E. and Mary (nee Neal) Clasing; grandfather of Gregory Kraft, Cathy Corun, Ashlee Biggs, David Clasing, Lisa Clasing, Kaitlin McNew, Rachel Clasing, Christopher Clasing, Daniel McNew, Lauren Clasing, Molly Flowers, and Hanna Flowers; and brother of Alberta Broughton, Alfred E. Clasing, Jr., Dr. Estelle J. Clasing, Alice Peters, and Bernard Clasing, Sr. Mr. Clasing was predeceased by a grandson, Mark Jason Clasing; and siblings, William Classing, Mildred Tudor, Elizabeth Fischer, Carroll Clasing, June Getner, Ruth Hynson, and Ernst Clasing. Hatsy retired from Bethlehem Steel, Sparrows Point, in 1999 after 43 years of service as a Scarfer. He was a member of the Oldtimers Club, retired steel workers, and a lifelong member of Orangeville United Methodist Church. He enjoyed cowboy movies, Ford cars, especially his 1989 Lincoln and baby Escort, and was an enthusiast who bred, raised, and flew pigeons. He most enjoyed the love of his family and the Friday nights playing cards with his brothers and sisters. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 7, from J.J. Hartenstein Mortuary, Inc., 19 S. Main St., Stewartstown, with the Rev. Jack George officiating. Interment will be in St. John the Baptist Cemetery, New Freedom. Friends may call at the mortuary on Sunday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. and on Monday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. As an alternative to flowers, the family would appreciate memorial contributions be made to H.O.P.E, 16580 Green Valley Court, Stewartstown, PA 17363.

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Published by York Daily Record on Oct. 4, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Harold Clasing

10 Entries

Pat Barnhart

October 7, 2008

Dear Joyce and Family:

Steve and I are so sorry about the sudden loss of your husband and father. We just found out today when my mother called me. Joyce--We sincerely appreciated the opportunity help you celebrate your wedding anniversary last fall. May that and other wonderful family memories help you through these difficult times.

CHARLENE PERRY

October 6, 2008

Aunt Joyce you and all of your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Oh how we will miss Uncle Hatsy. I have many fond memories of times spent with him and all the brothers and sisters when you all would come to visit Mom. Now they are all together watching over us from above. My love to you and your family. Please call me if you need anything at all.

karen rallis

October 6, 2008

Our sincere sympathy to the Clasing
family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We pray that you will soon be comforted with all of the wonderful memories that your family has been blessed with.
-The Rallis Family

Sarah Brannan-Pedroni

October 6, 2008

All of my sympathy and love to the Clasing family.
Many of my fondest memories include Wendy, her family, and that wonderful house in Orangeville that Joyce and Hatsy filled with love.
All my best, Sarah

Lynn Bradley-Bull

October 5, 2008

All my love to everyone in the entire Clasing family.
Lynn Bradley-Bull

Ron & Rena King

October 4, 2008

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there are no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

April

Sorry if you need any thing call

Ron

Liz Aquia-Shrader

October 4, 2008

My heart goes out to the Clasing family. May God give you all strength during this time of sorrow. Mr. Clasing is in a better place where we will all be reunited with our loved ones. Be strong and hold all your fond memories close to your heart.

Dianne Moore

October 4, 2008

Dear Joyce and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Hatsy was a kind man and a wonderful neighbor. He will certainly missed by all who knew him.

Gillian and Jason Lacey

October 4, 2008

Joyce and family,

We are so sorry for your loss.

Hatsie was a unique and loving man. He had extraordinary humor and love for his family, love of his perfect garden and his lawn tractor, his Ford cars, and a very special bond with his wife, children and grandchildren. He was a delight to have as a friend and neighbor.

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. May God hold Hatsie safely now in the palm of his loving hands.

With our love

Your friends,
Gillian and Jason

Jeri Ocampo

October 4, 2008

Hatsy, so much more than an uncle to me. My memories of childhood are full of time spent with you and Porky. I'll miss you.
Jeri

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