Obituaries

Robert E. Vatter, Sr., 87

December 21, 2019

Robert E. Vatter, Sr., 87, of Millersville, PA, passed away on December 21, 2019. Born in Lancaster, PA, he was the son of the late Richard Vatter and Violet Elizabeth Evans. Robert was the loving husband of 58 years to Dolores (Fitzgerald) Vatter. Robert was life long friends with his wife since the age of 2 because their parents were the best of friends as they grew up. He was blessed to find the love of his life.
Robert attended the US Navy Academy for 1 year. A veteran, he served in the US Navy aboard the USS Macon heavy cruiser. He retired from AT&T as a field service manager.
Surviving is a son, Robert Vatter, Jr.; 3 grandchildren: Erik Vatter, Corrine Young and Sarah Vatter; a sister, Faith Cable; a brother, Richard Vatter, Jr.; and close friend of 81 years, Robert “Bob” Hudson. Robert was preceded in death by a daughter, Deborah Vatter; and a brother, Raymond Vatter.
Services will be private and at the convenience of the family. Robert will be laid to rest at Indian Town Gap National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Robert’s memory may be made to Hospice and Community Care, 685 Good Drive Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604.
Services have been entrusted to the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 441 N. George St. Millersville, PA 17551

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October 21, 2024

Served on the USS Macon with Robert – known to me as “Chick”. He , graciously. invited to go to his home in Lancaster where I met family and friends and spent the weekend.Fun, eat, drink …had a great weekend. I am 91 years old and just had a happy flashback. Looked up Chick.
Thanks Chick and all the family and friends. See you on the other side.

January 18, 2020

We are saddened to hear of Robert’s passing – Fair Winds and Following Seas, Sailor rest your oars…
USS Macon Veterans Association

January 11, 2020

Dear Family of Robert E. Vatter,

On behalf of the United States Navy Cruiser Sailors Association, please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your family member Robert E. Vatter, ET3/USN. USS
Know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers, as well as the Navy Cruiser Sailor’s Association.
Mr. Vatter’s name will be presented at our next Reunion Memorial Service with a special bell ringing. The reunion is to be held in Warwick, RI April 21-24, 2020.

Most sincerely,

Rose Ann Jones
Widow Representative
www.navycruisers.org

December 31, 2019

My thoughts are with the family. Bob was my supervisor in the late 80’s when he worked at the Lancaster City Housing Authority. He was a super nice man.
Beth

December 30, 2019

I had the privilege of getting to know Mr Vatter over the past few months. He had a great sense of humor..a kind heart.. just a pleasure being around.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Wanda (Visiting Angels)