David P. Wands

David P. Wands obituary, York, PA

David P. Wands

David Wands Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Gladfelter Funeral Home, Inc. on Jul. 17, 2025.

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David P. Wands, 60, passed away July 13, 2025. Born in Albany, New York on October 19, 1964, he was the son of the late Stanley C. and Katherine C. Wands.
David was the owner and operator of York Associates he was a dedicated contractor who built a respected business from the ground up. Later in his career, he started doing more window and screen repair and replacement, serving his customers with precision and a friendly smile. His commitment to quality and craftsmanship will be fondly remembered by all who knew him. He was a member of the VFW post 7045. He was also the association President of the Penn Oaks Swim Club.
David leaves to cherish his memory, siblings, Darryl Wands (Carole), Sandra Gudz (Andrew) and Kimberly Hetzler; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on July 22, 2025 at Gladfelter Funeral Home, Inc., 822 E. Market Street York, PA 17403. The visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. The service will begin at 6:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association, ASPCA or to Penn Oaks Swim Club.

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July 24, 2025

Bryten Leik posted to the memorial.

July 22, 2025

BL posted to the memorial.

July 21, 2025

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Bryten Leik

July 24, 2025

Uncle Dave I know you be watching over me, I´m sad your gone but glad Rick will keep you company. Love Bryten

BL

July 22, 2025

My heart goes out to all of my uncle Dave´s family, Aunt Janell we are all here for you in your time of need! Have a blast in heaven with Chester and Rick!

BL

July 21, 2025

My heart goes out to all of my uncle Dave´s family, Aunt Janell we are all here for you in your time of need! Have a blast in heaven with Chester and Rick

Janell

July 21, 2025

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Cindy Diehl

July 20, 2025

Dave was always a very nice guy always friendly and always spoken to me I was out and about. Surely will be missed.

Janell

July 20, 2025

Doesn´t matter what we were going through we still would´ve made it. We could´ve came out on top rest in peace my love.

Lauren Mason

July 19, 2025

Dave....always smiling....this is how I'll hold your memory ....until we meet again....

Jon Leach

July 19, 2025

To Darryl, Sandy and Kim. My sincere condolences on the loss of David. I was surprised and saddened to learn of his passing. I hope that the memories you all shared together, help to fill the void he leaves behind. Jon Leach

Jeffrey Paules, Sr

July 17, 2025

Even tho I only met you a few years ago. You made me feel like I´ve known you for a long time. I know that you will be deeply missed by everyone that knew you. RIP MY FRIEND.

Triffney Leik

July 17, 2025

Red Lion will not be the same without you being there. Hopefully Chester and Rick are keeping you company, until we all meet again RIP.

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