Obituaries
John E. Wickenheiser, Sr., 66
January 04, 2015
John E. Wickenheiser, Sr., 66, of Lancaster, went to be with his heavenly Father Sunday, January 4, 2015 at St. Luke’s Hospital in Bethlehem.
Born in Lancaster, he was the beloved husband of Donna L. (Stockbauer) Wickenheiser, and the son of the late Robert and Dorothy (Kirchner) Wickenheiser.
John graduated from Lancaster Catholic High School in 1967. He was a member of Historic St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Most recently he attended mass at the chapel of Lancaster Regional Medical Center, formerly St. Joseph’s Hospital. He enjoyed camping with his family, scouting, serving his church body, reading, and studying history. He worked in natural gas installation for many years in and around Lancaster County and also as a long-distance truck driver.
In addition to his wife of 44 years, he is survived by 2 children: Jessica L. Wickenheiser of Lancaster, and John Wickenheiser, Jr, husband of Victoria of Harrisonburg, VA; 2 grandchildren: Isabelle and John David of Harrisonburg; 2 sisters: M. Rose Yarnall of Norristown and Mary Catherine Sexton, wife of Joseph of Lancaster; and one brother, David, of Lancaster. He was preceded in death by 4 brothers: Robert, Thomas, Charles, and James; and sisters Dorothy Ann Aston and Ursula M. Bleich.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, January 9, 2015 at Historic St. Mary’s Church, 119 S. Prince St., Lancaster, PA 17603 with retired priest and former Pastor at St. Mary’s, Father Pistone as Celebrant. Friends will be received at the church one hour prior to the service. Inurnment will be private at the convenience of the family.
Kindly omit flowers. Memorial contributions in John’s memory may be made to St. Mary’s Church Restoration Fund at the address above.
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Condolences to the Family
January 09, 2015
My condolences to John’s family for your loss.
Linda Michitsch Jackson
LCHS ’67
January 07, 2015
Dear Donna and family – We were so sorry to hear about John. He was an amazing father and Pop Pop and we know he will be missed by all who knew him. He is at peace wtih his Heavenly Father now and a new angel has joined the ranks.
Brian and Kim Trainor
January 07, 2015
Dear Donna and family,
So saddened to learn of John’s passing. My prayers extended for your peace and comfort during this time of loss and grieving. He was a good man and a good friend.
Denny Dowd
January 07, 2015
Dear Wickenheiser family,
I spent some time with John and the scouts. John was always a very positive person and really had a lot of good common sense. He was a dedicated family man and friend. Always eager to help another person whatever the situation was about. He left us way too soon but than again you know what they say, “the Good die young”. And in John’s case, that’s so true. You’re all in my heart and prayers.
Stephanie J. Flory-Schlinkman
(Ryan’s mom from troup 4)
January 06, 2015
Dearest Donna, John & Jess: Our family is deeply saddened at John’s passing. We seldom understand Gods plan but we must trust Him. Our prayer is that your sorrow will be overshadowed by happy memories and peace that passes all understanding. We love you and will always remember John’s happy disposition.
Scott & Suzie Yow and family
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- Friday, January 09, 2015
- 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
- Historic St. Mary's Catholic Church
- 119 S. Prince St.
- Lancaster, PA 17603
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- Friday, January 09, 2015
- 10:00 AM
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- Lancaster, PA 17603
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