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David Hart Obituary
David Jonathan "DJ" Hart, 48, of Hanover, PA, entered God's eternal care, Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at the Hanover Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Born February 3, 1969 in Pittsburgh, PA, he was the son of Dr. Jon A. Hart and the late Terry (Hamrock) Hart. He was the step-son of Janice Schmoldt-Hart. DJ was the loving husband of Kristin A. (Johnson) Hart with whom he would have celebrated 20 years of marriage this November 15th. DJ was a 1987 graduate of South Western High School where he excelled in academics and was captain of the Football Team, Wrestling Team and Track Team. He graduated From Johns Hopkins in 1991 where he played football and received his Jurists Doctorate in 1995 from the University of Pittsburgh Law School. Mr. Hart was a partner in the law firm of Guthrie, Nonemaker, Yingst and Hart where he practiced since 1996 in York, Adams and Carroll Counties. DJ served on the boards of the Eichelberger Performing Arts Center, the YMCA of Hanover and True North. He volunteered and was a past member of the Hanover Area Jaycees. DJ was a member of the Arcadian Club and the McSherrystown Home Association. He was an avid reader. He loved sports, coaching youth soccer and youth football for Bryce and Evan. In addition to his loving wife, Kristin, DJ is survived by his two sons, Bryce J. Hart and Evan A. Hart at home; a sister, Jamie A. Hart and husband, Robert Sowell of Kitty Hawk, NC; a brother, Brian E. Hart and wife Heather of Mechanicsburg, PA; Following cremation, a memorial service to celebrate and remember DJ's life will be held 11:00 AM, Monday, August 21, 2017 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 5125 Grandview Road, Hanover, PA with the Msgr. James M. Lyons officiating. The family will receive friends and share memories from 6:00-8:00 PM, Sunday, August 20, 2017 at the church. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in DJ's memory to the Sweet Charities of Hanover Inc., PMB-154 Suite #5, 1150 Carlisle Street, Hanover, PA 17331, Hanover Council of Churches, Attn. "Ruth's Harvest", 136 Carlisle Street, Hanover, PA 17331, True North Wellness Services, 625 W. Elm Ave., Hanover, PA 17331 or Guthrie Memorial Library, 2 Library Place, Hanover, PA 17331. The Kenworthy Funeral Home, Inc., 269 Frederick Street, Hanover, PA has been entrusted by the family with the funeral arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Hart
Sandy Bankert
August 12, 2024
Hard to believe 7 years since you left this crazy mixed up world. I´m sure you and your Mom spent a lot of time discussing what a mess it is down here and just shake your heads, I am also certain you look over your boys and Kristen to make sure they are happy. You loved them all so much. Bet that keeps your Angel wings flapping. God Bless
Sandy Bankert
August 12, 2023
So hard to believe it´s been six years that such a great fella was taken from his family and and friends. God must have had a special plan for him. Maybe his Mom needed him more. Whatever the reason, he´ll always be remembered and live in the hearts of those who loved him most.
Sandy Bankert
August 12, 2020
Can’t believe 3 years have passed already since we lost D.J. I hope Kristen and the boys are doing well. I’m sure he’s looking down watching over them whether things are good or bad, D.J. definitely loved his family and would want nothing but the best for them.
Nickees Duncan
January 30, 2018
August 31, 2017
DJ was my Attorney and my friend. he was truly an effective and brilliant Attorney and above all a very good man. I, and my Wife were crushed to hear of his passing. may God keep him and his Family here on Earth.
Kevin & Christina Michael
August 27, 2017
So sorry for your loss. May you find peace and comfort through prayer.
Jarol DeVoge
August 24, 2017
We are so sorry to hear about DJ's passing.
Chris, Chloe, Lexie Linebaugh
August 21, 2017
Thoughts and prayers go out to your entire family.
RIP my friend.
Katrina Luedtke
August 21, 2017
I am very sorry for your loss. I knew DJ as a colleague for many years and he was a great lawyer and a kind person with a wonderful sense of humor. He will be greatly missed in the legal profession. Sincerely,
Katrina Luedtke
August 21, 2017
No words can express how kind this man was to my mother and our family in needed times years past. And when she past recently in January he had nothing but honor and respect for her and her wishes. My heart goes out to the family. God put him in peoples paths for a reason. Please accept my sincerest sympathy. B. Gebhart
August 21, 2017
We are so very sorry to hear of the passing of DJ. Prayers to you all in this most difficult time. Sincerely,
The Albrecht Family- Chris, Jen, Lily and Chloe
Lynch
August 20, 2017
It was a pleasure meeting you # RENSFAMILY
August 20, 2017
"Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy" - Jesus
August 20, 2017
Dear Kristin, Bryce & Evan,
Our thoughts and prayers to your entire family during this difficult time. I remember DJ at the Titans Football games. He talked to everyone and always willing to lend a helping hand. It was a pleasure to know him.
Mark, Teresa, Connor & Maya Trump
Connie, Archie Oller
August 19, 2017
Our thoughts and deepest sympathy to the entire family in the passing of a special young man.
Stephanie Ritter
August 19, 2017
The Ritter family is sending our deepest heartfelt sympathies to the family of DJ Hart. Dr. Hart had been our dentist since I was around 4 years old. Even though I didn't know DJ well, if Dr. Hart was a testament to his character then I'm sure he was just as kind, funny and compassionate as his father. Dr. Hart you are in my thoughts and prayers. Stephanie Ritter Havice
Stacey Feher and family
August 18, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all
Chris Potts
August 18, 2017
Prayers to the family,so young ,it was a pleasure knowing him in the 70s and 80s.
Wayne & Laurie Steele
August 18, 2017
Wishing you strength and God's comfort in the most difficult days.
August 18, 2017
I am so sorry for his family. I have been a colleague for many years. I didn't know him well, but he was always professional, kind and gracious.
Tracy Sheffer, Gettysburg Attorney
Tim Huntington
August 18, 2017
So very sorry to hear of DJ's passing , I am still in utter disbelief and total shock ! DJ was a wonderful friend , classmate , and my lawyer when I was going through my divorce , he gave me the Mustang discount as I'm sure he did for all his other fellow Mustang family and friends that required his legal services , continued thoughts and prayers for all his family and many many friends who had the pleasure of knowing him , he will be greatly missed !!!
August 18, 2017
To Kristan, Jon, and DJ's two sons...There are no words to express how I feel....it is not fair to have
lost someone so young & kind & handsome....he was a very good person....I hope you all have good memories of him.....especially his brother Brian and
sister Jamie....and we (all of his friends)had so many good memories of him....with all of our
families......
Much love to you
Carol Q Novak & family
Natalie Coffman
August 18, 2017
My heart and prayers go out to DJ's family and friends.
Patty Vanyo
August 18, 2017
Eternal rest grant him, O Lord, and
may his family find peace and strength in the memory of his love for them.
Shawn and Holly Marchio
August 18, 2017
Our heartfelt sympathy going out to Kristin, Bryce and Evan. Prayers for comfort and peace and good memories. Love and hugs to all.
Alan-Vicki Little
August 18, 2017
The Hart Family
Our sincere condolences and deepest sympathy for DJ's passing. He was taken away from this earth way to early in his life. Thoughts and prayers go out to everyone and may his memories last the family a lifetime.
Tina Hafer
August 18, 2017
Kirstin, Bryce, Evan,
Prayers and Hugs are going out to all of you
and the entire family.
Tom & Barb OHara
August 18, 2017
Our sincere condolences on the passing of DJ.
Tom & Barb O'Hara
Mary McGrath
August 18, 2017
Though his time with us on this earth was cut way too short, DJ lived a life of significance. He was a strong family man who cared deeply for others and his community. TrueNorth Wellness Services benefited from DJ's leadership as Board President and his empathy for people in need. Loved his sense of humor and admired his strength of character He will be missed. Thoughts and prayers for Kristin, Bryce and Evan and entire Hart family
August 18, 2017
So sorry for you loss. DJ was a great lawyer who really looked out for the best interest of his clients.
Sandy Bankert
August 18, 2017
Kristin, Bryce and Evan: I am so sorry for the passing of D.J. I was in complete shock when I heard the news He was a loving husband and father. He was so deeply devoted to his family. He talked about those boys so often at work. He was a good man and a caring friend and always willing to help someone out. He left us way to soon. Thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
Always had a great smile!
Linda Read
August 18, 2017
Dj was great classmate, he will be missed. My condolences goes out to family and friends. God bless.
Barbara Scott
August 18, 2017
We are so very sorry for your loss. DJ was a wonderful young man who will be missed by family ,friends and the community.
Joe, Justine, Evan, Kyle, & Lola Garman
August 18, 2017
Kristin, Bryce, Evan, and family,
We are deeply sorry for the passing of DJ. He was truly a wonderful man. Hanover will be missing their number one fan, as he enjoyed cheering for the Nighthawks. He also never hesitated to say hello to everyone he came across. He would have done anything for anyone. We are so privileged to have known him. You guys are in our thoughts and prayers. XOXO
Lori Rhodes
August 18, 2017
So sorry to the Hart family for your loss. Praying for your peace.
Lori, Chris, Abbey, and Jake Rhodes
Heidi Dutterer
August 18, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Kristen and the boys. With deepest sympathies - Kirk, Heidi, Brooke and Kaela Dutterer
Carol Hinkle
August 18, 2017
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. We were saddened to hear of David's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Hanover Area Council of Churches
August 18, 2017
We are so sorry for your loss. D.J. will be sorely missed on many levels from his absolute commitment to his profession, community, friends and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Joseph and MariLou Erb
Jim Myers
August 18, 2017
Sorry to hear of DJ's passing. Sympathy to Kristin and all the family. Remembering the good times working with DJ at Hanover Jaycees events.
Laura Eisenhart
August 17, 2017
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers so sorry for your loss. The Eisenharts Jared, Laura , and Aaron
Tonya Bulson
August 17, 2017
We are so very sorry to hear of DJ's sudden passing. Please accept our sincere condolences. Our hearts ache for you and your children. Sending loving thoughts and prayers to you & yours during this time.
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