Obituaries

Bruce D. Plotnick, 71

January 28, 2025

Bruce D. Plotnick, 71, of Ephrata passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2025. Born in Lancaster, PA he was the son of the late Albert and Freda (Torrens) Plotnick. He was the loving companion of Amy Kerchner.

He worked as a service manager for Ressler & Mateer for many years.

Bruce is survived by his two daughters, Devon Lefever of Lancaster and Brie Gorchov wife of Brett of Charlotte, NC. Also surviving are four grandchildren: Owen and Cole Lefever, Piper, and Asher Gorchov; sister, Gail Chaitkin partner of Andrea Gordon. He was preceded in death by his late wife, Pamela Plotnick.

In keeping with Bruce’s wishes there will be no formal services.

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Condolences to the Family

February 24, 2025

Gail and family,
I was saddened to read about Bruce’s passing. I have fond memories of Bruce and the Plotnick family. He had a great laugh and a great smile. All of us that grew up together about the same age gives us time to pause, but at the same time many happy memories.
Steve Rubin

February 23, 2025

Dear Gail  & family. Being a friend from nursury school  until graduating from  MTHS  class of 1971 I was saddened of his passing. Even though we went our separate ways, the memories our group of guys had will never be forgotten. Rest in peace!
Harris Weisman

February 20, 2025

Devon and Brie
So sorry to hear of your fathers passing. Putt and your mother were in my wedding years ago. I have fond memories of your Father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Jeffrey Valentine

February 19, 2025

To Bruce’s Family,
I’m an old friend of Bruce’s from high school days.  Known affectionately as Putchal, he leaves me and many of our friends with good, sweet and lasting memories never to be forgotten or taken for granted. My condolences to you All and may his memory be a blessing.
Susan Werman Freeman

February 19, 2025

Devon and Brie
I am so sorry to hear this. I have many fond memories of your Dad. Please accept my deepest condolences. 
Sharon Harnish

February 18, 2025

Dear Gail and family,
It’s been a long time since Richie and I and you and Bruce all played together in Grandview and Homeland but it seems like yesterday. So sorry to hear this news. May his memory be for a blessing to you all. Andi Friedman Shiroff 

February 17, 2025

Dear Brie, Devon, Gail and families,
I am so, so sorry to hear about your Father and Brother.  I have many happy memories of Bruce as a child and as a father. May his memroy  be a blessing.
Love, Ellen Wascou

February 16, 2025

I spent so much of my childhood , especially all my weekend with the Plotnick family. Gail was my best friend since we were 4. Bruce was just a kid to us but we always took care of him and loved him. He was a darling human being. Freda, their mom was my second mom. We spent Sundays at the Lancaster bowling alley. Bruce was always around. I met his kids but I lived away from Lancaster. Gail, Bruce and I grew up together and laughed a lot. We were our own “Our Gang”. I am so deeply sorry for his passing. 
Barbara Cohen

February 16, 2025

Bruce was married to my sister from the early seventies until her death in 1999. Bruce was a good friend and brother-in-law. I have some great memories with Bruce from working with him and for him. We lost touch after my sister died but ran into each other a couple of times over the years and time didn’t matter, we were always glad to see each other and picked up where we left off. RIP Put
jeff harnish

February 16, 2025

My condolences of the loss of your father and loved one,RIP Bruce
Karen Lambert-Adams

February 16, 2025

Bruce was a customer of ours for many years at Penn State Electric.   He was as honest as the day is long.   I remember him as a very hard worker.   
My sincerest sympathies to his family and close friends.
Lisa Strother Schober

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