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Flora Ella (Hess) Ober, 86

September 15, 2017

Flora Ella (Hess) Ober, 86, Willow Street, passed peacefully into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior on Sept. 15, 2017 at Hamilton Arms, Lancaster. Born Nov. 25, 1930 in Lancaster County, she was the daughter of Jacob & Flora (Good) Hess. She was the wife of the late Donald M. Ober for 47 years before he passed away in 2002.
Flora was a graduate of Manor High School and attended Lancaster Bible College. She was a charter member of the New Danville Bible Evangelical Methodist Church and the Promised Land Camp, Conestoga. She enjoyed singing and traveling throughout the USA. She retired from Exide Corp, Lancaster in 1993.
She is survived by three daughters: Cynthia R., married to John H. Zittle Jr., Lori I., married to David C. Schmid, both of Lancaster, and Carol H., married to Pete M. Rodriquez of New Holland; two sons: Stephen D., married to Mary Beth (Harvey) Ober of New Providence, and Jacob C. Ober, Willow Street; nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
Born into a loving family, Flora was the last survivor of 12 siblings, predeceased sisters were Miriam, Elizabeth, Arlene, Mildred, Lillian and Ester and brothers Clarence, Henry, Wayne, Wilbur, Warren and Oliver.
A viewing will take place from 6-8 PM on Tuesday, Sept. 19 and will continue on Wednesday, Sept. 20 from 9:30-10:30 AM with a Funeral Service to begin at 10:30 AM at New Danville Bible Evangelical Methodist Church, 2 Kay Dr, Lancaster, PA 17603. Flora will be laid to rest beside her husband, Donald, at Byerland Mennonite Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to New Danville Bible Evangelical Methodist Church or Hospice & Community Care, P.O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604.

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September 19, 2017

Dear Cindy, Steve, Carol , Jake, Lori and all extended family,
Flora was a fun, laughing and wonderful woman. Flora loved God and loved her family. Her heart always gave to them around her and to her community. Mom will be so happy to see her since they were best buddies. Flora will be missed by all. Condolences to all. Lots of Love. Patti Fisher Reiter

September 19, 2017

So sorry for your loss. I was a sister to Paul Hess,who was married to Flora’s sister,Elizabeth. I am unable to be at service. May God be with your family,In Christian love. Millie Hoffman

September 18, 2017

Dear Cindy and family I am so sad for your loss I know how deeply your love for your Mom was. It is something one is never prepared for please know our family is praying for yours love Marla

September 18, 2017

Dick and Pat Cummings. Our love and prayers to the family. Thank you Carol for calling us and leaving the message about your Mother since we were on vacation. Though we haven’t seen Flora for years we do remember the times we would see her at Geo’s Restaurant. She always had time to talk. She was a smiling, kind, and gracious woman. We know she will be greatly missed but remember she has been ushered into the hands of her Lord and Savior and Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen!

September 18, 2017

So sorry for the loss of your mother. I worked with her at exide for many years.And then got to see her again many years later when she was living at Elderwood and had many good talkes with her there.Prayers to the family.

September 18, 2017

My Aunt Flora was here with us when my mom passed away. That meant a great deal to us. She also called me once in a while and it was always fun to talk with her. The last time we were in Pennsylvania we stayed at her home. She laughed often and smiled much. I have always appreciated having her in my life. I will miss her.
Anne Koperski

September 18, 2017

Carol Lorie Cindy Steve And Jake. A sad day to lose your mom. You are all in my prayers. I loved her as a special friend. She was so special. She is happy now she is in heaven with your dad. Love ya all. Kitty and Ron Mattia

September 18, 2017

Our profound sympathy and condolences to the family. I have many fond memories of times on the farm with aunt “Sis” and am very sorry we won’t be able to attend the service. Lester and Karen Gockley

Visitation: Tuesday, September 19, 2017; 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM; New Danville Bible Evangelical Methodist Church; 2 Kay Dr; Lancaster, PA
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Visitation: Wednesday, September 20, 2017; 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM; New Danville Bible Evangelical Methodist Church; 2 Kay Dr; Lancaster, PA
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Services: Wednesday, September 20, 2017; 10:30 AM; New Danville Bible Evangelical Methodist Church; 2 Kay Dr; Lancaster, PA
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