Obituaries

Lauren Nicole Newswanger, 43

April 12, 2024

Lauren Nicole (Bastendorf) Newswanger, 43, of Lancaster, passed away on Friday, April 12, 2024 at Hospice & Community Care in Mount Joy after a courageous fight with cancer that she has won and no longer bares earthly scars.

She was the wife of Jeff Newswanger, with whom she shared 7 years of marriage this past September 17th. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of Michael J. and Carol F. (Maloney) Bastendorf of Lancaster.

Lauren was a homemaker, taking care of her greatest treasure: her family. Previously she was a collections analyst for the Credit Bureau of Lancaster and Apex Asset Management and had also been a surgical technician at Lancaster General Hospital.

She was a graduate Lampeter Strasburg High School and Franklin University.

Lauren loved her family, and her daughters, Jordyn and Paxtyn…they were her everything. She loved to go to their events and helped coach cheer teams. She loved spending time with family and friends by the pool and traveling to exotic island locations. She most enjoyed being a wife and mother and cherished every moment.

In addition to her husband, Jeff, and parents, Mike and Carol, Lauren is survived by her daughters Jordyn and Paxtyn; her maternal grandmother Mary Vitatoe of Millersville, and her mother-in-law, Brenda Newswanger of Mount Joy.

Friends will be received by Lauren’s family on Saturday, April 27, 2024 from 1:30-2:30PM at the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA, with the Memorial Service to follow at 3PM. During the service, there will be a time of sharing, so please bring a memory of Lauren to share with others. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Lauren’s memory to Penn Manor Girls Youth Lacrosse, 255 Shultz Rd., Lancaster, PA 17603 (Lauren Newswanger on memo line) to help other girls experience the game of lacrosse.

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Condolences to the Family

May 25, 2024

Dear Carol and Mike, we are so saddened to hear about Lauren. Prayers for continued strength for you and your families.

May 17, 2024

So very sorry for your loss. You all continue to be in our prayers.
Mark & Nancy Herman

April 28, 2024

I’m so sorry for your loss, Carol and Mike. I have such great memories growing up with Lauren. Praying for you.
Patrick Groff

April 24, 2024

We extend our deepest sympathy to you in the loss of Lauren. She truly loved her family and fought a long hard battle. She is now in God’s arms and healed. May God keep his arms wrapped around you and help you find peace as you continue to look back at those beautiful memories you created as a family. God be with you.
Ron & Bev Brubaker

April 24, 2024

Dear Carol and Mike,
I am so sad for you both at the loss of your beautiful daughter. I know you will hold tight to your precious girls, offering and receiving comfort from them. Your faith will keep you strong at this difficult time and your family and friends sustain you.
With love,
Janet (MacGregor)

April 23, 2024

Your family is in my prayers nightly as you look to your faith for strength. May you be surrounded by love and find comfort at this very difficult time. With Deepest Sympathy..
Linda Watson

April 22, 2024

I always looked forward to caring for Lauren when she came into the IVU. I always looked forward to our conversations and sharing good laughs. I always enjoyed hearing about her family that she was and will always be proud of. My thoughts and prayers for the entire family.
Alanna Watts

April 22, 2024

Dear Lauren’s FAMILY♥️
SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR GREAT LOSS.
HOW BLESSED SHE WAS TO HAVE JUST A LOVING AND CARING FAMILY. GOD BLESS YOU ALL. WITH LOVE, ~Cheri and Kaire High and FAMILY 🙏

April 21, 2024

Carol and family so sorry to see the loss of your precious daughter. Sincere condolences to all your family.
Kathy Snyder Goshert

April 21, 2024

So very sorry.
Larry and Kathy Scoggin

April 21, 2024

Jeff you are in our hearts. I am so glad we had time with Lauren Christmas Eve. God bless and carry you at this time.
Gina and Lindsay

April 21, 2024

Mike and Carol,

I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my sincere condolences.

Toni Bastendorf Bowman

Visitation: Saturday, April 27, 2024; 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM; Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory; 3110 Lititz Pike; Lititz, PA 17543
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Services: Saturday, April 27, 2024; 3:00 PM; Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory; 3110 Lititz Pike; Lititz, PA 17543
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