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Gerald E. Siems, 78
October 22, 1944 - April 24, 2023
Gerald E. Siems of Lancaster, PA, passed away on Monday, April 24, 2023.. He was born on October 22, 1944, in Davenport, IA, to William A. and Dorothy K. (Stock) Siems of Durant, IA. He was united in marriage to Linda J Gibney on August 23, 1969.
Jerry graduated from Durant High School in 1962 and immediately enlisted in the U.S. Air Force. After serving 4 years, Jerry attended Parks College of St. Louis University, graduating in 1971 with a B.S. degree in Aeronautical Engineering. He later earned his MBA from St. Ambrose College in 1983. His career started with JI Case in Waterford, WI and he retired 39 years later from CNH in New Holland, PA. He was extremely proud of his children and grandchildren and treasured time with family. Jerry could fix just about anything. He was a jokester who always had a smile on his face and a gleam in his eye. He loved anything to do with flying, Barbershop singing, playing cards, solving jigsaw and word puzzles, and attending Hershey Bear hockey games. He enjoyed attending the EAA annual airshows in Oshkosh, WI. His memberships included EAA (Experimental Aircraft Assn.), National Society of Professional Engineers and the Society of Automotive Engineers.
Jerry is survived by his loving family – wife, Linda J. Siems; daughter Sarah (Glenn) Maston and their children, Samuel and Abigail of Hudson, MA; and son Mark (Melissa) Siems and their children, Christopher and Alexis Presloid, of Ephrata, PA; sisters, Joan Frohardt of Newton, IA, and Julie (Cliff) Gold of San Diego, CA.
A memorial service will be held at Charles F. Snyder Jr Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA on Saturday, June 3, 2023, with visitation at 10 am and the service to follow at 11 am. Inurnment will be at the convenience of the family in Davenport, IA.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Institute, 2102 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601 or Hospice and Community Care, 685 Good Drive, P.O. Box 4125, Lancaster PA 17604-4125.
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Condolences to the Family
May 09, 2023
Dearest Linda and family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you and may you feel comfort knowing that he is in a better place. My deepest condolences from your neighbor and friend,
Juanita Garcia and family
May 08, 2023
Thinking of you, praying for you, and wishing you comfort in knowing that he is in God’s loving arms. May you find solace in the treasured memories you will always cherish in your heart. Love and deepest sympathy, Sharon & Tim Fickes
May 07, 2023
Dear Linda and family,
So very sorry to hear about Gerry’s passing. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Peace,
Ann and Ron Vail
May 03, 2023
Sending our thoughts and deepest sympathies to the Siems family. It was Dave’s pleasure to know and work with Gerry from the Ford tractor days and worked with him on the 16×16 transmission control valve to smooth the shifts on his clutches. One day Gerry ask to loan my digital calipers for a few days. I think it was Sarah that had a school project which needed some precise measurements. I think she got a good grade on that work!
Dave and Barb Stauffer
May 02, 2023
We send our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family at this time of loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers ❤️
Mark & Donna Aho
May 01, 2023
Our thoughts are with you. Gerry will be missed, especially at our Wednesday breakfast meetings.
Tom and Jean Haus
April 30, 2023
I am sorry for your loss. Gerry was a great guy who I enjoyed talking about aviation and woodworking.
Peter Thies
April 30, 2023
Love, Prayer and Blessings sent your way, to see you through this difficult time.
Ritch Hansberry
April 28, 2023
I am so very sad and will miss Jerry greatly. He was a wonderful neighbor and friend. He was always there to lend a helping hand and heart. Always a smile on his face. Seeing him just brightened my spirits. He was kind and thoughtful. I keep looking next door and wishing I could see him in the yard. My love goes out to Linda and his family who he was rightfully proud of. Love, Joanne Kelso
April 27, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you.
Donna Helstrom and family
April 27, 2023
❤️Love to you and your entire family, Linda!❤️
Judy and Don Wenrich
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- Saturday, June 03, 2023
- 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
- 3110 Lititz Pike
- Lititz, PA 17543
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- Saturday, June 03, 2023
- 11:00 AM
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- 3110 Lititz Pike
- Lititz, PA 17543
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