Pauli Ann McNeill

Pauli Ann McNeill obituary

Pauli Ann McNeill

Pauli McNeill Obituary

Visit the Hetrick-Bitner Funeral Home, Inc. - Harrisburg website to view the full obituary.
Pauli Ann McNeill, 66, of Ephrata, passed away peacefully at Hospice & Community Care in Mt. Joy, following her battle with cancer on November 5, 2025. She was the wife of the late Allen McNeill. Born on December 10, 1958, In Ephrata PA, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Virginia (Mower) Brunner.

Surviving are her two sons Austin Busser and his girlfriend Tonya of Ephrata, PA, Chase Busser and his wife Kim of Loudoun County, VA, and her two grandsons Ethan and Maxwell Busser. Pauli had a heart for rescuing dogs and rescued Baxtor, Boulder, and Claria.

A beautiful, loving, selfless, and giving heart such as Pauli's will never be forgotten. She moved through life with kindness even in the hardest moments. Though her time here has ended, the goodness she shared continues to live on in the memories she created, the lives she touched, and the love she leaves behind. Her spirit remains a reminder that a truly giving heart never fades; it continues to shine through everyone who was blessed to know her. She was selfless even after she passed away, donating her body to research. She had humor that was unmistakably her own, clever, mischievous, and full of heart. Whether she was telling a story, teasing a loved one, or laughing at herself, she reminded us not to take life too seriously. In the words of the great band Lynyrd Skynyrd "I'm as free as a bird now".

A celebration of life for Pauli is TBD by family.

Memorial contributions can be made in Pauli's honor to Anatomy Gifts Registry

7522 Connelley Drive Suite M, Hanover, MD 21076
Hetrick-Bitner Funeral Home, Inc. - Harrisburg

3125 Walnut Street, Harrisburg, PA 17109

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