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Margaret M. “Peg” Heine, 71

September 24, 2013

Margaret M. “Peg” Heine, 71, of Lancaster, PA passed away Tuesday, September 24, 2013 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She and her husband John J. Heine celebrated their 53rd wedding anniversary this past July. Born in Philadelphia, PA she was the daughter of the late Daniel and Margaret (Cole) Streeper.

Margaret retired from Hamilton Watch Co. after 25 years of service. Her lifelong goal, which she achieved, was raising a loving family. Her strength was her faith and family. She was a homemaker and enjoyed reading, the south Jersey beaches and her dogs.

She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Lancaster.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by four children, Margaret M., wife of James Rhoads, of Elizabethtown, Donna, wife of Douglas Ressler, of Lancaster, Carol, wife of David Wickenheiser, of Lancaster and Elizabeth Heine, of Willow Street. Also surviving 5 grandchildren; John Gary Heine, Caitlin Grau, Patrick and Eric Ressler, Jeffrey Metz, and 4 great-granddaughters as well as extended nieces and nephews and family in Philadelphia and Phoenix, AZ.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at 11AM on Monday, September 30, 2013 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 440 St. Joseph St, Lancaster, PA 17603 with Msgr. Thomas H. Smith as Celebrant. Friends will be received from 9:30-11AM at the church on Monday. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions in Margaret’s memory may be made to Hospice & Community Care, PO Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125.

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November 14, 2013

We are so sorry to hear of Peg’s passing.  May our gracious God confort John and his family in this of what 
must be great loss.  
Ralph K. and Judith (Starr) Banks, Austin, TX

October 12, 2013

John ….I just read of your wife’s passing and am so sorry for your loss.  Having just lost my wife, Mary this past August, I know something of what you may have and will be experiencing.  May God be with you and your family.  Hold close to your family and let them hold you close….it helps a lot.  Again, God bless. 
Guy Shawkey

October 07, 2013

Dear John,
You know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Peg was a special person and will forever be in my heart.
We love you John.
John & Sharon Dunn
 
 

October 03, 2013

What a wonderful friend.  I will miss you so much Peg.   All the long phone conversations.  All the special times at work since January 1977.  You were a tremendous lady in so many ways. 
Miss you dearly, Donna and Phil

September 30, 2013

John and Family.
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Peg was always a positive and giving person, with great love for her family.  God Bless.
Donna Baker

September 30, 2013

John and Family,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers today.
Rosemary Greiner
 
 
 

September 30, 2013

John,   So sorry for your loss of your wonderful wife.  Our prayers are with you.
Rick Hutzler

September 29, 2013

Dear John and family,  We are sorry to hear of Peg’s passing.  I know you will miss her greatly.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you.  If there is anything we can do, be sure to ask.
 
Bob and Denise Kneisler and family

September 28, 2013

Dear John and family…  Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Keep Pegs memories  close to your heart ans she will always be close by.  God bless you and your lovely family.Thinking of you ,  Pat  Brazill

September 27, 2013

So sorry for your loss
She is with god now and at peace
Tom casey
 

September 27, 2013

Rest in peace, Aunt Peg. I will always miss her personality and sense of humor. She always made me laugh even if she wasn’t trying to. I’m glad she’s not in pain anymore and I will always keep her close to my heart. Uncle John, Peggy, Donna, Carol and Betty…I love you all.
Linda Rose

September 27, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. She was a fabulous mother, and wife, and beyond EXCELLENT grandmother to Jeff (JR). She will be greatly missed.  Denise and Jeff

September 27, 2013

We are all truely sorry for your loss.  She was a wonderful woman, who will be greatly missed.
Kevin, Kathy and Bailey Gery

September 27, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
 
Melynda Jarvis- The Heart Group

September 27, 2013

We are praying for you John and your family, God bless.. David and Tina

September 26, 2013

John, our most heartfelt condolences and prayers offered to you and your family in this time of loss. Mourn yes, but please celebrate the wonderful life and love that Peggy shared with you and all. Hold tight to that and how God has blessed you and yours.
Brian & Janelle

September 26, 2013

Whenever i think of Peg, I think of fun. She always had something to say that would make you smile. May you rest in peace. 

September 26, 2013

Peg, Donna, Carol & Betty, You did a wonderful thing in giving your mom tender loving care until it was time for her to go home. She certainly was blessed! My heart goes out to all of you.  Much Love, Lori Long

September 26, 2013

We will miss you Peg!  What a great sense of humor you had!  I bet there’s a lot more fun in heaven, now that you’re there.
Jeff & Pat Ressler

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Monday, September 30, 2013
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
St. Joseph Catholic Church
440 St. Joseph St.
Lancaster, PA 17603
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11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Lancaster, PA 17603
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