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Rebecca Eyster Obituary

SEVEN VALLEYS Rebecca N. (Nunn) Eyster, 68, died Tuesday January 29, 2013, at her home. She was the wife of John W. Eyster, II, with whom she celebrated 48 years of marriage on July 26, 2012. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, February 2, 2013, at St. Jacob's United Church of Christ, 100 E. George St., York New Salem, with her pastor, the Rev. Teresa A. Hughes, officiating. Burial will be in St. Jacob's Union Cemetery. There will be no viewing. A visitation for family and friends will be held from 8:45 to 10:45 a.m. Saturday at the church. The Geiple Funeral Home, Inc., 53 Main St., Glen Rock, is in charge of the arrangements. Mrs. Eyster was born on February 21, 1944, in York, a daughter of the late Douglas R. Nunn and Charlotte (Eberly) Nunn. Along with her husband, she was the co-owner of Valley Products Company, York New Salem, for 36 years. She was an active member of St. Jacob's United Church of Christ, where she had served on many committees over the years. Rebecca enjoyed traveling, going to the beach, reading, gardening, and visiting the family cabin in the mountains where she would sit on the porch and admire the beautiful hummingbirds. She was an avid Penn Sate football fan and enjoyed baseball spring training in Florida, especially the Phillies. She also recently had been volunteering for her grandson's kindergarten class at York New Salem Elementary. She enjoyed spending time with her many friends and loved being with her pride and joy, her two grandsons. In addition to her husband, John W. Eyster, II, she is survived by a daughter, Betsy Eyster of York; a son, Andrew J. Eyster and his wife, Sarah of Seven Valleys; and two grandsons, Andrew J. Eyster, II and John Dayton Eyster. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jacob's United Church of Christ Building Fund, P.O. Box 111, York New Salem, PA 17371.

Published by York Daily Record on Jan. 31, 2013.
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John, I am heartsick to hear about Becky.She was a wonderful friend of all the Clarks. I will always think of her living on the little road between Gladfelter Station and Seven Valleys - my old stomping ground.

Anne Clark Eyerly

February 15, 2013

I will always fondly remember her laugh. She had one of those non mistakable outburst that was contagious. Our prayers and thoughts go out to the entire family & friends..she will be missed!

the Gotwalts

February 1, 2013

So many great memories of a happy, fun loving mother and friend! Deepest sympathies and much love to your family.

Amanda King

February 1, 2013

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

January 31, 2013

John and family, We are so sorry about your loss. May all your wonderful memories help you through this difficult time.

Bryan & Becci Crist

January 31, 2013

So sorry to hear of your loss. We will miss her beautiful smile, love of children and her assistance in Andrew's class! We have you in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if we can do anything for your family.

Bruce & Marianne Harbold

January 31, 2013

Sorry to hear about her sudden passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers

Tom Amy Brian and Lauren Royer

January 31, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We will always remember her cheerful smile and bubbly personality. Rasma, Chipper and Vince

January 31, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Such a fun-loving beautiful light has been lost. All our love.

Heather, Matt, Finn, & Liam

January 31, 2013

Dear John, Betsy, Andrew and Sarah, We were deeply saddened to learn of your loss. We cherish the times we all spent together-especially the laughs and joys of life. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Jay and Marilyn Marshall

January 31, 2013

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