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H. Kenneth Lutz, 88

December 08, 2024

H. Kenneth “Ken” Lutz, 88, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully at home on December 8, 2024. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Harry Lutz and Ethel (Wingenroth) Lutz-Boesch. He was married to his beloved wife Jean U. (Ulmer) Lutz for 65 years.

Ken was a 1953 graduate of Girard College in Philadelphia, a boy’s boarding school. He was extremely proud of his education and was a lifetime member of the Girard Alumni. Ken worked his entire career in purchasing, initially at Reilly Bros and Raub and eventually retiring from Anvil International, formerly ITT Grinell as a senior buyer. During retirement, Ken enjoyed maintaining his home, playing golf, traveling, and bird watching. A man of deep faith, Ken was a lifetime member of Trinity Lutheran Church. He was passionate about music and sang in the church choir at Trinity Lutheran for over 60 years. He enjoyed watching sports, specifically Penn State and Philadelphia teams. Most of all, Ken loved spending time with his beloved family and grandchildren.

In addition to his wife Jean, he is survived by 2 children: H. Kevin Lutz (Christine) and Kara Jean Haggerty (Edward); and 4 grandchildren: Harrison Lutz, Jonathan Lutz, Erin Burns (David), and Kerrie Balcom.

Family and friends are invited to gather from 10-11 AM on Friday, December 13, 2024, at Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. A service will be held at 11 AM. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial contributions in Ken’s name to Trinity Lutheran Church, 31 S. Duke St, Lancaster, PA 17602.

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December 13, 2024

As a former member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, I knew Ken well.  He was a long time member of the church’s Property Committee and a serious participant in the Men in Mission Bible study group.  He will be remembered fondly.
Lloyd E. Bull     

December 12, 2024

Dear Jean and family. So sorry to hear about Ken.  I first met Ken in 1961 at Reilly Bros.  He was one of my bosses.  He was such an easy-going person.  Condolences to you and your entire family.
Fran Lombardo Spangler

December 12, 2024

My condolences to Jean, Kevin, and family.  I sang with him in the choir at Trinity Church for many years.  He had a passion for the music at Trinity and was good and decent man.
Dan Sigman

December 11, 2024

Dear Jean & Family
Our deepest sympathy in the passing of Ken. May he rest in peace and all your cherished memories be eternal. Love
Patti & Mike Stephens

December 11, 2024

Dear Jean and Family,
The suddeness of Ken’s death must be jarring — but we can be grateful that he did not endure prolonged suffering.  He now rests in the “fullness of life” and all the puzzle pieces of his life he can now see as a tapestry of grace.  I hold you all in prayer.  I will join you on Friday.  Lovingly, Sr. Pat McCormack, IHM

December 11, 2024

Jean and family,  I’m so sorry to hear of Ken’s passing.  I have 65+ years of wonderful memories and my trips to Lancaster will never be the same.  You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Nancy Clark

December 11, 2024

Wonderful husband, father, and grandfather! Comfort and peace to his beautiful family . May the Lord watch over all and provide lasting memories of a life well lived.
Sharon Smith-Uibel

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Friday, December 13, 2024
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
3110 Lititz Pike
Lititz, PA 17543
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