Obituaries
Catherine M. Herr, 55
Catherine (Cathy) M. Herr, 55 of Peach Bottom went to be with The Lord on March 16, 2009 at her home with her beloved husband, Douglas, and her dog, Sprocket, by her side. She would have celebrated 39 years of marriage on March 21, 2009.
Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of Charles and Grace Dimitris Abel of Lancaster.
Until last year when she was diagnosed with Mesothelioma, she was employed by Willow Valley Retirement Center for over 19 years. She especially enjoyed working in the dementia unit. She was a very caring person to her residents and everyone with whom she came in contact. Cathy will be deeply missed by everyone.
Surviving besides her husband Douglas are two daughters: Sherry Davis spouse of Christopher Davis of Lancaster and Lisa Herr Irizarry, spouse of Marcos Irizarry of Peach Bottom; 4 grandchildren: Karena Herr, Douglas Irizarry, Grace Davis and Evan Davis; and a brother Robert husband of Marjorie Good Abel of Lancaster. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Melissa and a brother, Richard.
Friends will be received on Friday from 1-130PM at the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home, 414 E. King St., Lancaster, PA with the memorial service to follow at 130PM, the Rev John Fleming officiating. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in Cathy’s memory to Hospice of Lancaster County, 685 Good Dr., Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125 or to the International Mesothelioma Program , Brigham and Womens Hospital, David Sugarbaker MD, Division of Thoracic Surgery, 75 Francis St., Boston, MA 02115. To send an online condolence, please visit www.snyderfuneralhome.com
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Our deepest sympathy.
The Riedel’s-Harold, Paula, Mike, Todd
Doug, I am so sorry for your loss. I have thought of you all many times over the years. My regret is that I have never called Cathy. I was your neighbor for many years on Jackson St. You all were good friends to us. My children send their condolences also. I will keep you in my prayers. Take care.
Diane Gallagher Alexander.
Jeanette, Julie and Mike Gallagher
As a child, I grew up living across the street from Cathy and Doug, and spent many hours at their home. I was friendly with their oldest daughter Sherry, who is my age. I remember Cathy as a welcoming and friendly woman who always made me feel at home. She will be missed.
Doug, Lisa & Sherry,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss. (I worked with Lisa at Owl Hill and knew your family for some time. Dougie and my daughter Ashleigh grew up together at the daycare.) Lisa, call me (615-8313).
Pam & Steve Sprout & Family
My deepest sympathy to the Herr Family. I knew Cathy for many years at Willow Valley Retirement, I would always go into ther Glen and see Cathy smiling, she was just a joy to be around. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Herr Family.
Jeff Pickell
