Obituaries
B. Eugene Horning, 90
January 03, 2022
B. Eugene Horning, 90, of Lancaster passed away Monday, January 3, 2022 in Mineral, VA surrounded by his loving family. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Bruce W. Horning and Lila (Bussart) Horning. He was the loving husband of Louise (Wiegand) Horning with whom he shared 65 years of marriage.
He was a lifetime member of the Church of Christ of Lancaster and attendee of LCBS, Manheim Campus. Gene was a lifelong member of the Masons Lodge 43 and Travelers Protection Organization (TPA) where he served as president for a term. Gene proudly served our nation for eight years in the US Naval Reserves. As a young man he worked at Garvey’s Drug Store and Herr and Co. Most of his career he worked at Burnham Co. and later retired with 30 years of service as a territory manager for Jno. H. Swisher & Sons. Gene loved a good cigar, and the career at Swisher & Sons was a match made in heaven. After retirement it was hard to keep Gene down, he worked ten more years at Cooper Booth Wholesale and followed by ten additional years as a currier for Fulton Bank. His long work history was his testament to his love for people.
Gene was a gifted storyteller, and his vast repertoire of jokes were legendary. Gene was enthusiastic about many things including big band music like Frank Sinatra, Stan Kenton, and Maynard Ferguson. He passed his love of music on to his three children. Gene was an avid picture taker, and his enormous collection of family photos are proof of how much he loved being the historian in the family. He was born and raised in Lancaster and his pride in his community was enormous. He visited Lancaster’s Central Market every Friday morning where stand holders and locals knew him as a regular.
He was a modest about his legacy and good fortune, and always credited Louise as the best thing about him. His devotion to her was unwavering, and she was the true heart and center of his world.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Karen Hanna wife of Robert of Millersville, Susan Shaw wife of Bratton of New Holland, and son, Craig Horning Husband of Kathleen of Lititz. Also surviving are seven grandchildren, Jared, Nathaniel, Adam, Karen, Becky, Kristin, Tyler and three great-grandchildren.
Family and friends will be received from 10-11AM on Friday, January 21, 2022, with the Memorial Service to follow at 11AM at Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. The service will be livestreamed on the funeral home website. Interment will be private and held at the convenience of the family in St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Gene’s memory may be made to the Samaritan’s Purse, PO Box 3000, Boone, NC 28607-3000 or Tunnel to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10306.
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Condolences to the Family
January 26, 2022
I am so sorry to see Gene passed away. My husband, Thorpe, died in 2018, Wiesie, and I know how lonely life can be. I remember seeing you and Gene in Bethany Beach while I worked there and you visited. Also loved seeing you at market. Blessings to all in these sad days. Josie Ellis
January 21, 2022
I love you grandpa, you’re in a better place and I know you will be watching me from up above. I’ll smoke a cigar for you ❤️
January 20, 2022
Louise, Karen, Sue, Bratton and Craig. I loved that man! Looked forward to his smooches every Saturday before church services! I miss him already and things won’t seem the same without him. I will treasure the photos of him in his McCaskey band uniform holding his drum! We had that in common! I will always remember his crazy jokes and wild sense of humor. I’m sure he will be smiling down on his service, waiting to hear what Bratton has to say about him…May you all feel God’s peace as you go through this time. Love you all.
January 20, 2022
Dear Louise, Though I didn’t know Gene, I know you, my friend and I am so very sorry to hear of your husband’s passing. I was glad to read you were all together to lift him up in love. Two Barbaras, our friend and my sister, both notified me of your loss. My prayers for you and your family will be for strength and peace and, in time, joy. Blessings of love, Molly Sperandio
January 20, 2022
To the Horning Family
Our deepest sympathy for your loss
January 20, 2022
Louise, Karen, Susan and Craig,
We are sorry to hear of Gene’s passing. He was such a nice, delightful person. We have such fond memories of you all. We are praying for you.
January 19, 2022
Louise and family,
I was a neighbor from Union Street many years ago and can recall lots of fun in the yards exchanging banter with Gene. I always admired how close your family is and the good times you shared. I know how much you will miss him and hope your fond memories will help ease your sorrow. He always made us smile.
January 19, 2022
We regret your family’s loss and have lots of fond memories of you letting us be a part of your family through the years. Who is going to tell God the most jokes – Gene or Dottie. His stories will be missed. Larry
I enjoyed our New Year’s Eve celebrations and getting to know you. Jeannine
Our prayers are with you. If there is anything we can do, Larry’s home # is 717 872-8464 and cell is 717-449-3417.
January 19, 2022
Louise, Karen and family,
So sorry to hear of Gene’s passing. Thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I am sure he will be missed by all who knew him.
In sympathy,
Anita and Jerry Brooks
January 19, 2022
My condolences to the family. I went to school with Craig and remember Mr. Horning fondly. I realized while reading the obituary where I would have first heard Maynard Ferguson, who I like too…and it made me smile.
I also retell a story about a sleepover at the Horning’s. Craig and I had bagels for breakfast. Until that morning, I never heard of bagels. Makes me laugh thinking there was a point in time where I didn’t know about bagels.
My prayers today are for the family. John Fix
January 19, 2022
Our prayers go out to you. Gene was a very special person and will be remembered for his love for each of you and his love for life. He always had a smile and something nice to say to everyone he met. It was our privilege to know this loving, funny, friend.
January 19, 2022
Louise, Bratton & Sue, and Family
I am so sorry for your loss. I cannot imagine Saturday nights at LCBC without Gene’s jokes, quick wit or hugs. Praying as you navigate the days ahead may treasured memories bring you smiles and lots of laughter. The trick will be … can you laugh quietly? Can you?
Love you all, Maureen
January 19, 2022
Louise and family, we have such fond memories of being in church through the years with your family. Yes, he did tell great stories and yes, we enjoyed them. Our prayers go out to you. We will be thinking of you and how great your loss is. God is good and we can all look forward to seeing each other again in Heaven! Marsha and Kirk Fisher
January 18, 2022
Dear Louise, Karen and family. Our condolences on the loss of Gene. We would love to be there for the service etc. but Joan and I have Covid 19 and are trying our best to deal with it. I am sure you will be surrounded by loved ones and friends. I will remember FOR THE GOOD TIMES.
Bill and Joan Horn
