Gerald-Slothower-Obituary

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Gerald L. Slothower

Dillsburg, Pennsylvania

Apr 1, 1932 – Jun 2, 2021

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BORN
April 1, 1932
DIED
June 2, 2021
LOCATION
Dillsburg, Pennsylvania

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Cocklin Funeral Home, Inc. - Dillsburg Obituary

Gerald L. Slothower, 89, of Dillsburg passed away Wednesday, June 2, 2021, at his home. He was born April 1, 1932, in East Berlin the son of the late Raymond S. and E. Regina (Leib) Slothower.  Gerald was the widower of Martha L. (Henderson) Slothower. He was retired from Quaker...

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I did not know Gerry extremely well, but for many years I had the chance to meet him in my wife's family gatherings. He was always a pleasure to be with. Easy to talk to and joke with. He and Martha visited Linda in Waynesboro and Middletown over the years which gave us more opportunity to enjoy their company. My condolences to the sons and their families. God bless

I spent my teenaged, mid-1970s summers in rural Central Pennsylvania. While farms, creeks, caves, 4H, softball, and bike-riding offered their bucolic gifts, they never matched the excitement and thrill of spending a week in Dillsburg, PA with my Aunt Martha Lois and Uncle Jerry. Along with my cousins Dave and Tom, they would take us shopping at the “big malls”, swimming at the Country Club pool, touring attractions like Gettysburg, Hershey Park and Indian Echo Caverns, and chilling at local...

We are so very sorry for your loss! We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers!

The Slothower Family,

Jerry was a neighbor and friend of ours for over 54 years. We had many memorable and fun times together down through the years. Jerry will be missed, but we are thankful for the many memories.

Doris and Jack McCauslin

Jerry was a great neighbor for all the years we lived close by. A friendly guy who always maintained his home and property meticulously, joined us for some holiday picnics, and one who will be missed.