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Lois Glatfelter Obituary

YORK Lois R. (Rohrbaugh) Glatfelter, 80, died peacefully at her home on Wednesday, April 29, 2009. She was the former wife of the late George H. Glatfelter. Born July 7, 1928, in York, Lois was a daughter of the late Benjamin F. and Florence (Stambaugh) Rohrbaugh. Lois was a graduate of West York High School and attended Thompson's Business School in York. She was a dedicated homemaker and devoted her life to making a warm and loving home for her family. Lois was an active volunteer for the York Hospital Auxiliary and the American Cancer Society Daffodil Days. She was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Spring Grove. She will be sadly missed by her sons, George H. Glatfelter, II of Spring Grove, and Philip H. Glatfelter, IV of York; her daughter, Susan G. Messersmith of Spring Grove; and six grandchildren. She is survived by two brothers, Burnell and Howard Rohrbaugh, both of York. A private memorial service will be held in thanksgiving for her life at Spring Grove Cemetery with the Rev. Larry A. McConnell officiating. Contributions in memory of Mrs. Glatfelter will be gratefully accepted at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 201 S. Main St., Spring Grove, PA 17362; or to the York Unit of the American Cancer Society, 924-N Colonial Ave., York, PA 17403. Memories may be shared at www.irwinfuneralhome.co m

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Published by York Daily Record on May 1, 2009.

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Cynthia Druck

May 9, 2009

Dear Sue, Geroge, and Phip,

I came to know your Mother through her many hours of volunterr work in the Out Patient Surgery Department at York Hospital. She was a very dedicated volunteer. I recall a time when she had discarged a patient. It was a very cold winter day. She saw a patient in the clinic waiting room wearing a halter top. Lois was absolutely speachless. We sure did share a lot of good laughs. That was during a difficult time in her life. I thank God for our friendship. She was a delightful lady.

You all have my sympathy. My Mother wemt to be with the Lord at almost the same age. Although it is a difficult time the Lord will help you.

K.C. Shipley-Coble

May 4, 2009

Dear Sue, George and Phip. The news of your mother's passing was a tremendous blow this morning when my sister phoned me. Having grown up with her as my honorary "aunt" and very close friend of my mother, Peggy, she will always be remembered with very fond memories in my heart. Losing a mother isn't easy, and my heart is with all of you right now in spirit. Remember that she is resting peacefully now, and will always be an angel in your hearts forever. Super big hugs to all three of you and your families.

Christopher Eisenhart

May 1, 2009

Dear George, Susan, Philip and family. Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother.
My prayers are with you.

Judy Cunningham

May 1, 2009

Sue,

I know that the latter part of your Mom’s journey was far from easy, and I want to convey my condolences to you & your brothers and to Laura & Bradley.

Love you,

Judy

May 1, 2009

Dear Sue, George, Philip and family. My heartfelt sympathy to all of you in the passing of your mother. I never met her personally but we spoke several times on the phone. Her personality came out in her voice. We shared a few laughs. You have been such a kind and generous family to me. My heart and prayers are with all of you and please accept my deepest sympathies in your loss. Sincerely, Jo Ellen Powers

Louise Munier

May 1, 2009

To her family may they accept and feel she is in a better place.
I grew up living next door to her till we
both left for marriage.
Louise Wolf Munier

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