December 09, 2020

What I posted at Facebook tonight to 200 “friends”…
So, even in this most joyous time of Christmas and most stressful time of election is there pause to think of something else?

Indeed, there is.

Dr. Peyton was my eye doctor for about 30 years. He took good care of me and his legacy did fine today. This patient has now been with his practice way longer than the owner or any of the employees.

RIP Dr. Peyton and thank you for caring for me. Job well done.
 

When Mattie at the practice told me of his passing my eyes teared up which was not a good thing for the test. I will call and try to chat with Bethany who worked for him at least 20 years……..And to family of Steven, I only knew him as Doctor but he was very personable to me and someone I would like to meet outside of the office.  I am so happy to see people are still posting to him and encourage me to do it too.

Dirk Shelley

December 08, 2020

I’m so sorry but I just learned of Dr. Peyton’s passing when I was going on line to make an appontment.  I was a long time patient but never had the chance to break bread with Dr. Peyton or get to know him outside the office. Please know that he was a super doc and seemed to be an even better person.  
Peace,
Jim Mahoney and Family

July 29, 2020

We much sadness I just learned of Dr Peyton’s demise.  Too young.  I was a patient of his many years ago.  He had a great personality, caring and was talented.  With my best Regards, Blessings to family and friends.
“Denny” Hines

May 22, 2020

We know this is a little late. We were making a online appointment. Dr Peyton’s obiturie  came up. We are very saddened
to learn about Dr Peyton’s death. We were going to Dr Peyton for many years. Dr Peyton will be missed. Dr Peyton was a 
great Doctor.
Phillip & Sandy Eby

December 04, 2019

I just found out that Steve had passed.  I was just there in July and he was very hopeful about his prognosis. I’ve been a patient of his since he started with Dr. Stoltzfus on South Duke Street.   Steve was a wonderful man and I am so very sorry for your family’s loss.   It will be hard to replace him as a professional and I sure it’s the same for your family personally.   Again, I can’t tell you how sorry I am. God Bless your family. 
Dawn Styer

November 27, 2019

I am saddened to hear of Steve’s passing.  Besides taking care of my eyes for years, Steve was a former neighbor of mine.  I know he was an amazing husband and father.  My sincere sympathies to Kit and the children. He will be missed…
Bill Sawdey

November 22, 2019

My name is Leonard T. Connors, I recently learned of Andrews passing. Steve and I (I called him Steve back then) went to Admiral Farragut Academy together, played football together and graduated together. He called me brother Connors and I called him brother Peyton. Judging from Steve’s obituary I suspect now our greetings to each other were a little more then the mutual respect we had for each other at the time. No need to tell Steve’s family that even back then Steve was a true gentleman and class guy. I am very saddned to learn of Steve’s passing and regret now never keeping in touch with him.         

November 18, 2019

I am so sad to hear that Dr. Peyton passed away.  He was my eye doctor for many years.  He did a great job, was a very nice man, and I will miss seeing him for my eye exams.
Caroline

November 06, 2019

To Kit, your children, Janet and the whole family my heartfelt condolances. Steve, a wnderful guy who i watched grow from boy to man, husband and father. I’m sure that there are many good memories that will help to bring some peace.

October 31, 2019

Dear Kit & family,
 
We are so sorry to just now see this.  You are in our thoughts & prayers.
 
Schmalhofers

October 27, 2019

We were former patients of Dr. Peyton and wish to send our condolences to his family.  I’m sure his dedication to his profession caused him to stay late at the office far too often, but please know that he was sincerely appreciated more than you know.  Because of his expertise, he was able to quickly recognize a serious problem and direct my husband to get the care he needed to save the vision in his eye.  On my routine visits, I would occasionally remind him of this and thank him, but his response was always one of humility and grace and he would turn the conversation away to others. He handled every visit with professionalism and care.  Somehow he remembered conversations from our previous annual exams and would ask a follow up question about our golf game, challenges at work, or travels.  Although we were “only patients”, and have long since moved away, we were truly saddened by this news and will miss him until we meet again.  May the love of God and your faith in Him bring you peace.  
Amy and Jim Swartz

October 23, 2019

To the Peyton Family and Office Staff
My deepest condolences at the passing of Dr Peyton.  He was my Doctor for many years, he was always kind hearted and soft spoken Doctor.  Blessings to all.. Susan Stoltzfus

October 21, 2019

Dear Mrs. Peyton,  We offer to you and your family our deepest condolences at this time of loss and grief.
Also wanted to make sure you are aware of how pleased I was, with how Dr. Peyton handled my elderly mother everytime, she had an appointment.  He was so patient and gentle with her.  We often commented of how much of a gentleman he was.          Blessings of peace to each of you,  Priscilla Hodecker
Mother – Helen Longenecker age 97 

October 21, 2019

To the Peyton Family and Office Staff,
We are saddened to hear the news of Dr. Peyton’s passing.
He was our Eye Doctor for many years. He was always very kind, friendly and professional. 
We hope happy memories will help you at this time.
Sincerely,
Pete and Nia Annick

October 19, 2019

To the Peyton family – We send our deepest condolences for your loss. We were fortunate to spend time with Steve on your frequent trips to California over the past few years and sharing bbq at the pool. We will miss him dearly and send you our love and support through this difficult time. 
Tim, Patti, Owen, Ally, & Danny Murray

October 19, 2019

To the Peyton Family,
We were so very sorry to read of Steve’s passing. Both of us were patients of his and we always appreciated his calm and reassuring manner. He was a true gentleman. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Scott and Louise Ulrich
 

October 18, 2019

Dear Kit and family,
Gerry and DEBBIE informed me of the passing of your husband.  I am so sorry for your loss, my deepest and sincere sympathy.  Praying for you all.  Such a beautiful life he lived.  I am sure he will be greatly missed.  My love and prayers, Deidre.

October 18, 2019

Dear Kit and family…Steve and I were so sad to read of dear Steve s passing. He was our eye doctor and friend! Our deepest sympathies to you and yours.                             Sincerely,  Chris and Steve Blair

October 18, 2019

Dear Kit, Andrew, Mary Ann and Chris
Steve will be greatly missed as an excellent eye doctor but more so as a wonderful husband, father and friend.  I’ve been thinking about the elementary basketball games where Andrew and Chris opposed each other on the court but later went on to be best of friends.  You are in our thoughts and prayers and you know where I am should you need anything at all. Please don’t hesitate to call.  Love and Prayers. 
Josie (Ransing) Rice

October 18, 2019

To The Peyton Family,
   I was shocked to har of Dr. Peyton’s passing as I saw him in the Spring. He was a wonderful man and excellent doctor. I was not the easiest patient to deal with but he always showed professionalism and humor. He will be greatly missed. I’m sure he will be caring for the vision impaired in heaven. 
Nancy Sheely

October 18, 2019

Dear Kit and Family,
I am greatly saddened by your loss.  I have known you both from St. Leo’s and Steve was my eye doctor for many years.  He was always professional, kind, caring and consciencious about treating his patients.  I couldn’t have asked for a better eye doctor.  I will miss him. 
Please know that you and your family and the “office family” will be in my thoughts and prayers.  
Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord; and let perpetual light shine upon him.  May his soul, and all the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.  God bless you all. 
Jean Nikolaus

October 18, 2019

Kit and Family,  words can not express the loss of a wonderful father and husband.  We shared many good times years age between families. I know that he will be greatly missed here but has certainly entered into heaven.  God bless your whole family.  Blessings and prayers to all .
stephen Frey

October 18, 2019

I am so sorry for your loss.  Dr. Peyton was such a kind, respectful man whose faith was evident.    My thoughts are with the family and his work family in this season of grief.  May you feel God’s loving arms around you and be comforted by the fact that Dr. Peyton is in heaven with his Savior.  Deb Ament

October 18, 2019

I was so sad to see in the newspaper that Dr. Peyton had passed.  He has been my eye doctor since 1987 when I moved to Lancaster.  My condolences and deepest sympathy to the family, his practice and the entire Lancaster community that he served.
Nina Shapiro

October 17, 2019

I’m so sorry to hear that Steve has passed, he was one of the missing people we were trying to locate for our 50th high school reunion which is next weekend. I’ve had the office number for about 2 weeks and failed to call until tonight and spoke with one of the girls at the office and got the news. He will be missed, I have so many memories of Steve from our high school years and of course Jim his brother in law, who was always good for buying beer for us. My heart goes out to his mom Janet, his wife Kit and their children and his brother and sisters.  
Tony Sivore

October 17, 2019

Dear Kit and family
I am beyond devastated to hear of Steve passing away . Although it has been many years since I saw he and you Kit at the 25th reunion I thought of him so often and actually had recently looked him up online to let him know about the 50th reunion. Kit I tried so many times to reach you all. Please know I am thinking of your whole family at this sad time. 
With love and our condolences.
Sue and Rick Lubbers

October 17, 2019

We are so very sorry for your loss. With our deepest sympathy- the Harding’s Dave, Barb, Matthew, David & Catherine

October 17, 2019

My family was deeply saddened to hear of Dr. Payton.  He was very kind and took great care of our family through many years.  We will miss him very much. Prayers for his entire family.   God Bless.  The Dixon Family 

October 16, 2019

Dear Kit,
    It’s so sad to say goodbye; hoping your heart finds comfort in faith,friends, and family as you grieve your loss.You’re on my heart and in my prayers….                                                  
Gerry Zeigler

October 16, 2019

To Kit and the Peyton family:
Our sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers on the passing of your beloved Steve. He lead a complete life with family, friends and his chosen profession in service to humanity.  May you all find comfort with his legacy and in knowing that he has received eternal life.  May God comfort you and fill you with his blessings as you grieve and move forward. May Steve rest in peace and may perpetual light shine upon him. 
Michael & Shannon Robinson
Greencastle, PA

October 16, 2019

We will miss him as an excellent doctor who provided attentive care to our family.
Our deepest condolences to his family.
Surely this is one to whom the Lord will say, “well done, good and faithful servant.”
 
Erin and John Frick
 

October 16, 2019

Steve was a consummate gentleman and will be remembered fondly by his extended family. May the family find peace in his loving memories.
Jack Tush

October 16, 2019

We were longtime patients of Dr. Peyton. He was an excellent doctor, a true gentleman, and so very kind. We will miss him.
Cindy & Phillipp Muth

October 16, 2019

We are so sorry for your loss. Our sympathy and Prayers to you and your family. Thinking of all of you, Kit, Maryann, Andrew & Chris🙏🏻💕💐
Heatwaves Hair Salon/Julie & Abby

October 16, 2019

I have been a patient of Dr. Peyton’s for many years.   Additionally, one summer, he was kind enough to also see my mom when she was in visiting me from W PA.   I cannot say enough nice things about Dr. Peyton.  He was always a consumate professional.  He was patient, attentive, precise with details, jovial, conversational, caring and so very knowledgeable.   I was shocked to read of his passing and wanted to take a moment to include a condolence.  My thoughts are with Dr. Peyton’s family and his “work” family as you all navigate your way through this loss.  May the fact that others are sharing with you that Dr. Peyton made a difference in many lives and will be greatly missed provide you some comfort today and in the coming days.  
In Sympathy, 
Meg Lutz