Henry R. Dannecker, Sr., 78

September 18, 2015

Henry R. Dannecker, Sr., 78, of Lancaster, PA, formerly of Long Pond, Pocono Mountains, passed away on September 18, 2015 at home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Allentown, PA, he was the son of the late Howard & Ruth (Wertman) Dannecker. Henry shared 59 years 11 months of married life with his devoted wife, Dolores (DePeter) Dannecker.
Henry retired from General Elevator Company with 35 years of service. He enjoyed working in the community as a township supervisor. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and outdoorsman. Henry volunteered with the Game Commission to track black bears, which he shared a great passion in doing. He also was known for his award winning gardening skills in which he grew large pumpkins and 10 foot tomato plants.
In addition to his wife, Dolores, Henry is survived by 3 children: Karen Miller (Thom), Henry Dannecker, Jr. (Michele) and Cheryl Ann Lovato (Delfin); 11 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; and 3 brothers.
Henry was preceded in death by 3 brothers and 2 sisters.
A Memorial Service will be held at 2 PM on Sunday, September 27, 2015 at the Charles F. Snyder, Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. Friends will be received from 1-2 PM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Henry’s memory to Hospice & Community Care, 685 Good Drive, Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604.