Obituaries
Earl “Jerry” Shaub, 80
November 28, 2024
Earl J. Shaub, Jr. met God in Heaven on Thanksgiving Day, November 28, 2024. He was 80 years old and was the son of Earl J. and Maguerite A. (Hertzler) Shaub.
Earl, known by some by his nickname “Jerry,” was a lifelong resident of the Lancaster area.
While attending Wickersham Elementary school he was selected to be the original “Pequea Pete” – a symbol for Lancaster’s Red Feather Community Chest. He visited hospitals throughout the state, distributing gifts and hope to needy children.
After graduating Lancaster Township Junior High, Jerry attended Penn Manor High School where he achieved 9 varsity letters in soccer, basketball, and baseball. While at Penn Manor he enjoyed being president of both his junior and senior classes, athletic association, key club, and National Honor Society. Jerry entered the Penn Manor Sports Wall of Honor in 2006.
After high school Jerry attended the University of Maryland on a full soccer scholarship and graduated in 1967 with an industrial engineering degree. He returned to Lancaster to run the family-owned Boas Fruit Market business. During the 1980s, when the sparkler form of fireworks were first legalized, he spent much of his time working with municipalities throughout the state, establishing the legality of new products. This resulted in a position on the State Board of Pyrotechnics and over 2000 stores being served with products, and then the first roadside tent sales.
Jerry retired from full-time work in 1994 at age 50. He used his retirement years to enjoy life and occasionally work projects as a business consultant and financial advisor to struggling businesses. He also enjoyed dabbling in commercial real estate investments.
He enjoyed playing, coaching, and watching sports his entire life. As a player/coach he was a member of ten different State Championship fast-pitch softball teams over a 40-year involvement in the sport. Jerry enjoyed fishing his whole life, maintaining a summer place in Havre de Grace, Maryland for almost 50 years. While he also enjoyed golf, basketball, dancing, and casino trips, the activities schedule of his thirteen grandchildren usually came first. Jerry rarely missed a grandchild’s event.
Jerry is survived by his wife, Cynthia (Hurst), the true love of his life for over 45 years; and four children: Deborah, wife of Dean Ober and their children Holly, (wife of Tim Deubler); Brittany, Justin, (husband of Kirstyn) and Brooke; Brian and wife Michelle and their children Danielle, (wife of Joe Cuce) Erica, and Samantha; Kevin and wife Traci and their children Lindsey, Kellie, and Brady; and Erin, wife of Cody Park and their family Camden, Landen, and Clementine. Jerry is also survived by five great-grandchildren: one brother, Richard, and his wife, Helen.
A visitation will take place from 4 to 5:30 pm, followed by the funeral at 5:30 pm on Thursday, December 12, 2024, with The Rev. Kerry Leeper officiating, at Millersville Community Church, 163 W. Frederick Street, Millersville, PA 17551. Interment in Millersville Mennonite Cemetery will take place Friday, December 13, 2024, at 2 pm.
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Condolences to the Family
January 01, 2025
so sorry to hear,Cindi,i will never forget all the good times we had at penns beach,shooting pool and fishing.Keep in touch
Mike Reisinger
December 12, 2024
Sorry to hear of your loss, thinking of you. John and Pam (Matterness) Overmeyer
December 12, 2024
I was deeply saddened to hear of Jerry’s passing, and I want to extend my heartfelt condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.
Although I didn’t have the privilege of knowing Jerry personally, I feel I have come to know him through the lasting impact he made on my grandson, Brycen. Cyndi – yours and Jerry’s kindness in taking him to play golf and go fishing, and teaching him how to tie a knot, has left a profound mark on his life. I’ve heard so much about his fun adventures with you, Jerry, and Camden. These moments created cherished memories that my grandson will carry with him forever.
It is clear that Jerry’s generosity and warmth touched many lives, including my family’s. Please know that his legacy lives on in the hearts of those he inspired. I hope you can find comfort in knowing how much Jerry meant to so many. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jen W
December 12, 2024
Dear family, my heart and prayers go out to you today. I had the privilege to fish with Jerry in Haverty Grace a few times. He was a good man with a lot of accomplishments, including his children. May God keep his hand on your heart at this time and give you strength.
Ken Eshleman
December 11, 2024
Brian, Kevin and family,
I was so sorry to hear about your dad’s passing. He certainly made an imprint in this world and has had many accomplishment, including his children and grandchildren. He was very blessed.
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.
Sherrie-An Gerhart
December 10, 2024
My deepest condolences to Cindi and the children on the passing of Jerry Shaub. I got to know Jerry and his family when he put a fastpitch team into the Southern Church League years ago. We had many conversations over those years in the league and after. I had a deep respect for Jerry as a person and for his business acumen. I also got to know his sons (as players) and daughters (one who pitched at Catholic). What pleasant and polite children! I saw Jerry and Cindi not that long ago at a restaurant in Willow Street. That was the last time I talked to Jerry. Didn’t and couldn’t know it would be our last conversation. I now live in Pittsburgh and will not be able to attend the services because of obligations here. My thoughts are with Cindi and all family members.
Marv Adams
December 10, 2024
We love you all very much. A lot of memories for all.
Berk and Pat Winters
December 09, 2024
I had the pleasure of meeting Jerry a few years back, our grandsons play sports on same team. Sending my deepest condolences to his wife, Cindy his children and grandchildren. May he rest in peace.
Deborah L Kubala
December 09, 2024
We were HONORED to have known Jerry and his family (even for a short period of time). We always looked forward talking to him, sharing a cup of coffee together and listening to his amazing life and past accomplishments. He will surely be missed! Our deepest condolences go out to Jerry’s entire family….
December 09, 2024
Sorry to learn of Jerry’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mike and Deedee Everhart
December 08, 2024
To the greatest godfather there was. Thank you for everything, Jerry. You introduced my parents and without you I wouldn’t be here 🙂
Sending so much love and comfort to Cyndi, Erin and the family.
Danielle
December 08, 2024
I’m pleased that I got to see Earl several times in the past few years including our 60th high school reunion. We spent many hours together on the soccer and basketball teams…he was quite the athlete! My sincere sympathy to the family. Bill Forrey
December 08, 2024
You couldn’t ask for a better friend, a best friend. I will cherish the many good times, fishing, golfing, card games and watching sports over the many years. Our family is sharing in your loss.
Love, John Thomas and family
December 08, 2024
You couldn’t ask for a better friend, a best friend. I will cherish the many good times fishing, golfing, card games and watching sports over the many years.
Our family is sharing in your loss.
Love, John Thomas and family
December 06, 2024
To my good friend and fishing mentor , God speed my friend!
John H. Buck
December 06, 2024
Cindi, I enjoyed the times Dick and I spent with you and Jerry. I am sorry to hear of his passing. My prayers for you and your family. Sandra Ridgeway
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- 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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- Millersville, PA 17551
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