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Heather Skonier-Baer Obituary

CONEWAGO TOWNSHIP - Heather M. Skonier-Baer, 54, of Conewago Township, Dauphin County, passed away on July 22, 2021 in the Hershey Medical Center due to complications of acute myeloid leukemia. She was born on May 27, 1967 in Philipsburg, a daughter of the late Chester and Lorraine (Turnbull) Skonier.

She received her Bachelor of Science in nursing from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and was employed as a registered nurse for 32 years at the Hershey Medical Center. Heather was an advanced cardiovascular life support instructor, avid horseback rider, Penn State football fan and enjoyed skiing.

Surviving is her husband of 22 years, Larry D. Baer; two sisters, Kathy (Tom) Janowiak of Ramey, and Tracey (Tony) Skonier-Romanoski of Palmyra; mother-in-law, June Baer of Carlisle; as well as her six beloved nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held Wednesday, July 28 from 5 to 7 p.m. in the Hoover Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., 88 Lucy Ave., Hershey. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Thursday, July 29 in the Church of the Holy Spirit, 300 W. Pine St., Palmyra. Private interment will take place in Holy Trinity Cemetery in Ramey.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Humane Society of Harrisburg Area, Inc. 7790 Grayson Rd., Harrisburg. Share condolences at www.hooverfuneralhome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit theĀ Sympathy Store.

Published by The Progress from Jul. 25 to Jul. 26, 2021.

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John Peterson

July 29, 2021

Kathy
I am so sorry for your loss. She is in God's hands now.

Kathy (Mick) Pino

July 27, 2021

My sincerest condolences to the family members l knew and hold close in prayer this day. Rest in the arms of Christ.

Jerry and Fran fulare

July 27, 2021

We are so very sorry , May God wrap his loving arms around you for peace

Deb Kotulak and family

July 25, 2021

We are devastated hearing about Heather“s passing. Sending our love and condolences to all of you.

The Hultquists

July 23, 2021

As always our hearts and compassion are with all of you ! Heather was a very bright light in our lives as we chatted and chuckled with her at so many family activities. Her love for all of our pups and kittens was so genuine and caring . May God hold you close in His arms of hope and bring you peace .

Mam

July 23, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

DT

July 23, 2021

May the love of God, friends and family carry you through your grief. I am sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my condolences. 2nd Thessalonians 2:15, 16.

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Hoover Funeral Homes & Crematory, Inc. - Hershey

88 Lucy Ave. P.O. Box 475, Hershey, PA 17033

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Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 a.m.

Church of the Holy Spirit

300 W. Pine St, Palmyra, PA

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88 Lucy Ave. P.O. Box 475, Hershey, PA 17033

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