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Donald Lilly Obituary
Donald S. "Twapper" Lilly, 94, formerly of Bowmanstown, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026, in the Mosser Nursing Home, Trexlertown. He was the widower of the late Millicent "Millie" (Lorah) Lilly, who died in 2014.
Born in Slatington, Donald was a son of the late Samuel T. and Estelle (Walters) Lilly.
He was a 1949 graduate of Slatington High School, where he was an outstanding athlete and was inducted into the Slatington Sports Hall of Fame.
Donald was employed as a life insurance agent for the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company for many years.
Donald was a pillar in the Bowmanstown community and was known to bring the community together. He enjoyed his family, friends, sports and the great outdoors.
Donald touched many young lives and lived a great life! His warm spirit and joyful presence will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Donald is survived by his three children, Duane "Skip" Lilly, and his wife, Chris, Brian "Snap" Lilly and Kathy Lilly-Chrapacz, and her husband, Terry; four grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren who will carry forward his legacy of kindness, generosity and laughter.
Services: Services will be held privately by his family. Burial will be held alongside his wife in Trinity Lutheran Cemetery in Bowmanstown. Ludwick Funeral Homes and Cremation Care, Topton and Kutztown, is in charge of arrangements. Memories and condolences may be shared by visiting Twapper's obituary tribute page at www.Ludwickfh.com.
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Bobby Zellers
February 16, 2026
Sorry for your loss Kathy Skip Snap Twap was a great guy always enjoyed his visits to my mom and dads house as our insurance agent always loved that big smile he had and when Snap and him would ride their horses down Fireline on his big beautiful gray horse and all the time in the gym at your house I´ll never forget that RIP Twap
Kerry Beidleman & Family
February 16, 2026
Kathy, Skip& Snap,
Sorry for your loss of your father. Twappy was always a great friend and neighbor for many years. He was so kind to my parents, wife, and daughter over the years. He always lent a hand to anyone who needed help. Thought and prayers as he joins Milly.
Kevin Choy
February 16, 2026
Snap, Kathy and Skip. So sorry to here about the passing of Twap. He was a great man. A lot of great memories. He had a positive effect on everybody he met. Truly one of a kind! RIP.
Charlie Nemeth
February 14, 2026
You will greatly be missed Twap!! You helped so many young people become better athletes by being such a role model because of your own athletic ability!! I will always remember our great camping trips to knoebels!! You lived a great life and now you can again be with your love Mil!! Thanks for all the memories and RIP!! So sorry Snap Skip and Toot!!
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Mike Mazepa
February 14, 2026
Rest in Peace Twapper , great memories your legacy will live forever
Doug Lilly and family
February 13, 2026
Skip,Snap,Kathy So sorry to hear Dad Passed. Iwill always remember the good times we had when we got together. I also remeber the times I hunted with your Dad. Our condolences to you and your families.
Scott gillespie
February 10, 2026
Lilly family, condolences on your loss. Always enjoyed his company during the Whitehall ice hockey games. I am sure he will be greatly missed. Love Janie and Scott Gillespie
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