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Gerald E. “Jere” Stetter, 89
September 15, 2023
Gerald E. “Jere” Stetter, age 89, passed away surrounded by his family on September 15, 2023. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Walter E. and Helen (Myers) Stetter. He was of the graduating class of J.P. McCaskey High School in 1951. On February 12, 1955, he married his most beloved, Celeste W. Shaab.
Jere worked in sales for his family business, Stetter’s Seafood. He was an avid reader and enjoyed watching Penn State Football, Phillies Baseball and U.K. Basketball. He loved music and sang in the church choir. Along with his wife, he volunteered for the Salvation Army. Most of all, his most precious time was spent with his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.
In addition to his wife, Celeste, Jere is survived by his children: Jeffrey Stetter (Janice) of Lancaster, Linda McComsey (Dave) of New Providence, Kathy Witmer (James) of Lancaster, Connie Witmer (Paul) of Conestoga and Susan Mellott (Lester) of Lancaster; 15 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren; his brother-in-law Douglas Shaab (Mary Lou) and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Jere is preceded in death by his brother Walter Stetter (Audrey) and sister Doris Russell (John).
A viewing will take place Saturday September 23, 2023 at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 500 Pearl St, Lancaster, PA 17603 from 10am to 11:30 with a service to begin at 11:30. Burial to follow at Millersville Mennonite Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Jere’s memory can be made to the church or Schreiber’s Center for Pediatric Development.
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Condolences to the Family
September 23, 2023
sympathy today for your whole family from mike leaman and sister marcia shell
September 22, 2023
I haven’t seen you in many years Jere but you were always my choir buddy. Rest is peace my friend. My prayers are with your family. Bob Heiney
September 20, 2023
There are no words to describe the sadness I have felt since last Friday. Our dogs are our children and uncle Kerry helped take care of them all. Polo Brook Grace Shadow Sundance Cooper Lola and Jake all lived a better life because of uncle Jerry, And the constant smile on your face didn’t loose any love for you either. I’m sure the dogs and Jane were waiting for you at the Rainbow Bridge. Brian
September 20, 2023
Dear Stetter family – please accept my heartfelt condolences on Jere’s passing. I have the fondest of memories of Jere pulling into our driveway on a weekly basis, setting up his scale and letting us know what he had on the truck that day. Kind, warm, friendly and engaging with us kids. Thanks to Jere and the Stetter seafood stand down at Market, we were always able to enjoy the freshest the sea had to offer by way of Jere’s truck or our market visits. May the memory of Jere Stetter be for a blessing. Stephen Sherman
September 20, 2023
My love, prayers and thoughts are with you all. Gerry will be missed. It was a blessing getting to know him and all of you while caring for him. Nadine
- Services
- Saturday, September 23, 2023
- 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
- Redeemer Lutheran Church
- 500 Pearl Street
- Lancaster, PA 17603
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