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Carl Books Obituary

Carl W. Books 81 of Harrisburg died Friday, September 10, 2021 at his home. Carl was born in Harrisburg and was the son of the late Harry and Thelma Books. He was a graduate of the New Cumberland High School. He was retired from G.R. Sponaugle where he was a Mechanical Estimator. He was formerly employed as a Pipefitter and Sheet Metal Mechanic at Eshenaurs Inc., a Deputy Waterways Conservation Officer with the PA Fish & Boat Commission, and the Lower Paxton Compost Facility. He was a member of the Plumbers & Pipefitters Local Union 520. He volunteered as an EMT with the Lower Paxton Emergency Medical Services for 12 years. He was a member of the Linglestown Church of God from 1969 to present where he served on the Church Council and the Building and Grounds Committee. He was a veteran, serving with the US Army. Carl is survived by his wife of 60 years, June L. (Felty) Books; his daughter, Annette L. (William) Oates of Dauphin; his son, Keith W. (Karen) Books of Dauphin; his granddaughter, Virginia E. Books; his brother, Harry M. Books, Jr. He was predeceased by his sister, Betty Bonsall. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, September 16, 2021 at 11 A.M. at the Linglestown Church of God, 5834 Linglestown Rd., Harrisburg. The Rev. G. Barry Stahl will be officiating. Burial will be in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens. A Visitation will be held on Thursday from 10 to 11 A.M. at the church, prior to the service. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Linglestown Church of God, 5834 Linglestown Rd., Harrisburg, Pa. 17112. Arrangements are by the Hoover Funeral Homes & Crematory, Inc., Harrisburg. Online Condolences may be left at www.hooverfuneralhome.com . www.pennlive.com/obits

Published by Patriot-News from Sep. 11 to Sep. 12, 2021.
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Carl and I went through PFBC Deputy Academy together in 1990. We then worked together when I came on full time and assigned to Cumberland County. Carl was a well respected, trustworthy and all around outstanding person! He will be deeply missed! Until we meet again! God Bless!!

Craig Garman

September 16, 2021

Sorry for your loss, Your former neighbors

Bill and MaryAnn Wilson

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September 15, 2021

Today I went to the LP compost to take some clippings. I missed seeing Carl throughout the summer but just thought it was the timing, I asked about Carl today and was shocked to hear of his passing. He was always a gentleman and so pleasant to talk to over the years.
My Deepest Sympathy to Carl´s family.
May he Rest In Peace.

JeneeLynn Maugans

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September 14, 2021

I worked with Carl at Eshenaur´s , a finer person would be hard to find, sorry for your loss.

Terry Peck

September 13, 2021

Sorry for your loss

Sondra Ritter

September 12, 2021

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Linglestown Church of God

5834 Linglestown Rd., Harrisburg, PA

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Linglestown Church of God

5834 Linglestown Rd., Harrisburg, PA

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