Obituaries

Alexander “Alex” Retamar, 45

February 04, 2022

Alexander “Alex” Retamar, 45, of Columbia, Pa, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 4, 2022. He was born in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, and raised in Lancaster, Pa. He attended J. P. McCaskey High School and was a man of many trades.

Alex had a contagious laugh that will be missed by all who knew him. His smile could lighten any room. He had an amazing sense of humor and a caring, loving heart. He cared deeply for his wife, parents, daughter, and granddaughter. He enjoyed watching TV, going to the beach, cheering for the Pittsburgh Steelers, and most importantly enjoyed being with family.

Alex will be sorely missed by his parents, Pedro R. Rodriguez and Isaura Marrero; his wife Maria Hernandez; daughter, Alexis Retamar; granddaughter, Scarlett Rosario; and siblings: Carmen Anderson married to Ken Anderson, Jose Retamar married to Marlene Retamar, Vanessa Retamar-Lopez married to Orlando Lopez, and Marilyn Retamar all of Lancaster; as well as countless aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

The viewing will be held at the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543 on Sunday, February 13, 2022 from 5 PM– 7 PM and on Monday, February 14, 2022 from 10AM-11AM. Interment to follow at Mellinger Mennonite Cemetery. Family has asked that in lieu of flowers, donations can be made by calling the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory at (717)393-9661.

Watch the tribute video

Leave a condolence on this Memorial Page


Be sure to include your name

Please note that your condolence will not appear on this page until it is reviewed. Condolences usually appear within 24 hours of being submitted.

Condolences to the Family

February 13, 2022

Please accept my humble condolences to Alex’s loving family and friends.
Love and prayers,
Dana Riccio

February 12, 2022

A beautiful Angel. Alex
Will be watching over you all.
Thank you God for the time you gave his family.
Praying 🙏🙏🙏 for all of the Retamar Family.
Xoxo 
 
 

February 12, 2022

Rest In Pace little brother you will be missed love you always and my deepest condolences to my extended family no words can explain how I feel you are all in my prayers. 

February 11, 2022

Alex,I can’t believe I’m writing this. U will always be remembered bro,u where a really good guy. You inspired me to get myself right when I was struggling with some issues, Alex bro I know for fact ur in heaven right now… forever ur friend 
Scott Anderson

February 09, 2022

Bro, this is the hardest! This is the one that changes my life. I loved you every day,  ♥ thank you for everything…Cachee

February 09, 2022

To a great father figure you taught me so much growing up you had a part in making me the man I am today I am forever greatful I miss love you❤️
Bebo

February 09, 2022

To my Brother-in-law, we miss you so much. Your Big brother is taken it so very hard and misses you like crazy it breaks my heart to see him like this, just know he loves you very much. Rest in peace and Fly high and watch over us all. We Love you.

February 09, 2022

To my Big Lil Brother,
I am going to miss your sporadic messages of “I love you, Big Sis…
I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU. 
Love,Your Big Sis 💔

February 09, 2022

Alex you will truly be missed.One of a kind humble kind loyal friend & brother.Sending prayers to your wife & family.Much ❤️ and blessings.
Angel “Cobra” & Tracy Gomez ❤️🙏🏽

February 08, 2022

My condolences to Alex Family and all the Retamar Family…. God save his Soul🙏
Manny Duran

February 08, 2022

Mis más sinceras condolencias para todos ustedes. Un abrazo solidario a distancia ante la partida inesperada. Fortaleza y resignación, descanso eterno para su alma y que brille la luz perpetua por siempre, AMÉN 🙌 
Carmen Rosas

February 08, 2022

Dear Family,
My thoughts and heart are with you during this time. I’m so sorry for the loss of your loved one, as I know Alex was a special person in your life. May the many happy memories that you made together be a consolation today and all the days ahead. I send you my sincere condolences and sympathies. Love Always Lisette C Morales-Colon and Family

February 08, 2022

My sincere condolences to the family of Alex. I taught him and his siblings in school. He was a wonderful student as were Jose and Carmen.  He always made the day fun. May his memories live on in your hearts.
 

February 08, 2022

Alex… may you rest in eternal paradise my friend.  We go waaaaay back and shared many many laughs when we did see each other in the streets.   No more pain amigo.  God rest your soul and provide peace and comfort to all your family and friends and everyone affected by your passing. Physically you may no longer be here but your contagious smile laugh and all the good memories of you will forever live on. 

February 07, 2022

SIP 🙏🏼♥️💙 ALEX GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN TILL WE MEET AGAIN FLY HIGH LIKE AN EAGLE 🦅 ANOTHER SOLDIER OF GOD HAS GAINED HIS WINGS LOVE U FOREVER NELLIE & Luis 

Visitation
Sunday, February 13, 2022
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
3110 Lititz Pike
Lititz, PA 17543
Map and Directions

Get Maps and Directions >
Visitation
Monday, February 14, 2022
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
3110 Lititz Pike
Lititz, PA 17543
Map and Directions

Get Maps and Directions >
Services
Monday, February 14, 2022
11:00 AM
Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
3110 Lititz Pike
Lititz, PA 17543
Map and Directions

Get Maps and Directions >
Send Flowers Online

Offering Lancaster, PA funeral services for over 75 years.

Our seven funeral homes in Lancaster and Lebanon Counties makes it easy and convenient to make arrangements and host services close to home.

  • Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home Lancaster
  • 414 East King St.
  • 717-393-9661
  • Charles F. (Chip) Snyder, Jr. Funeral Director / Supervisor
  • more info
  • Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home Lititz Pike
  • 3110 Lititz Pike
  • 717-560-5100
  • Charles F. (Chad) Snyder, III Funeral Director / Supervisor
  • more info
  • Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home Millersville
  • 441 North George St.
  • 717-872-5041
  • Mark D. Burkholder Funeral Director / Supervisor
  • more info
  • Spacht-Snyder Family Funeral Home Lititz
  • 127 South Broad St.
  • 717-626-2317
  • Jacqueline Adamson Funeral Director / Supervisor
  • more info
  • Bachman-Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory Strasburg
  • 7 South Decatur Street
  • 717-687-7644
  • Norman T. Mable Funeral Director / Supervisor
  • more info
  • Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home Willow Street
  • 2421 Willow Street Pike
  • 717-464-4600
  • Kelly Gramola Townsend Funeral Director / Supervisor
  • more info
  • Snyder Bean Funeral Home & Crematory Lebanon
  • 890 Isabel Dr.
  • 717-272-4634
  • Charles F. (Chad) Snyder, III Funeral Director / Supervisor
  • more info