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Luis A. Colon, 83

December 20, 1929 - October 15, 2013

Luis A. Colon, 83, of Lancaster passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2013 at Lancashire Hall. Born in Coamo, Puerto Rico he was the son of the late Jose N. and Agustina (Colon) Aponte. Luis is survived by his wife, Margaret F. (Hanna) Colon of Lancaster. They celebrated their 52nd wedding anniversary on August 26, 2013.
Luis worked as a laborer for Fleur-De-Lait Foods, Inc. in New Holland for over 45 years. He was an avid sports fan and especially liked the Philadelphia Phillies and Eagles. He enjoyed gardening and spending time with his family especially his grandchildren.
Surviving in addition to his loving wife, are his 5 daughters, Priscilla Colon, of Coamo, PR, Edna Colon, of NJ, Linda, Donna, widow, of James R. Saunders, and Lori Colon, all of Lancaster. Also surviving are 11 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren and 2 brothers, Ildefonso and Hector Colon, of Coamo, PR and a sister, Julia Colon of San Juan, PR. He was preceded in death by a son Luis A. Colon II and 3 siblings.
Funeral Services will be at 11AM on Monday, October 21, 2013 at the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 414 E. King St, Lancaster, PA 17602. A viewing will be held one hour prior to the service at the funeral home on Monday. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Luis’s memory may be made to Hospice & Community Care, PO Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125 or the American Cancer Society, 314 Good Drive, Lancaster, PA 17603. To send online condolences, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com

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October 22, 2013

My Love and Prayers go out to my family in the loss of Uncle Luis. What a special person in life to get to know..He was always the same and the main man in daughter Lori’s life. There is never enough time with those we love. May he find Peace in God’s arms.. Love, Patti

October 20, 2013

Linda and family ,my heart goes out to you as you get through this difficult time-Just wanted to let you know we are thinking of you . The Johns Family

October 20, 2013

Aunt Donna,

We are sorry to hear of your dad’s passing and want to offer our sympathy to you and your family. We miss you much!

Bob and Toni

October 18, 2013

Sending My Love and Symbathy to all of You I probably will not attend service for health reasons My thoughts and Prayers are with each one of you Maggie You had a Great HUsband !!! Linda Donna and Lori an excellant Father You all have been BLESSED !!!!!! Louie will be at the gates with open arms I’m sure. Hugs and Kisses to all of you.
Linda Baisch

October 18, 2013

Hi my name is Tina Turner(Rowe) I went to school with Donna . I am very sorry to hear about your father (husband). Hopefully you can find peace in knowing that Luis is in the arms of Jesus . No more suffering or pain. My thoughts are with you all at this diffacult time. God bless you all.

(Donnas) friend.

Tina

Visitation: Monday, October 21, 2013; 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM; Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory; 414 East King Street; Lancaster, PA 17602
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Services: Monday, October 21, 2013; 11:00 AM; Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory; 414 East King Street; Lancaster, PA 17602
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