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Vonda L. “Vonnie” Kirchner, 80

June 13, 2020

Vonda L. “Vonnie” Kirchner, 80, of Lancaster, passed away unexpectedly June 13, 2020. Born in Lancaster, Vonnie was the daughter of the late Mary G. (Stumpf) Klouse of Columbia, and the late Clarence W. Klouse. She was married to the late Francis X. Kirchner for 25 years prior to his death in 1984. They both died on the same day, June 13.

Vonnie attended Linden Hall School for Girls, and was a 1957 graduate of Sacred Heart Academy.

A devout Catholic, Vonnie was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, and founding member of the Perpetual Adorations at St. Joseph Chapel, Altar Rosary Society at St. Joseph Catholic Church, auxiliary member of the Legion of Mary (Cause of Our Joy) at St. Joseph Church, Association of Mary, Queen of all Hearts, St. Louis-Marie Grignion de MontFort, World Apostle of Fatima USA/Blue Army, member of lay fraternity of St. Dominic Lancaster Chapter 410. She was a 3rd order Dominican at Lititz Pike Monastery, and she organized and promoted the devotion of the Divine Mercy Mass.

Vonnie was employed as vice president and controller of John G. Stumpf, Inc. for many years. In 1982, she founded and established V.M.B. Inc., trading as the Abbey Book and Gift Shop on Manor St., and in 1994 served as president and treasurer and operated John’s Gulf service station on Union St.

Vonnie is survived by her children, Robin L. Wolf of Mooresville, NC, John F. Kirchner of Lancaster, and Mary E. Byerly (Charles H.), of Lancaster; grandchildren: Johnny Jr., Sarah, Molly, Alexandra, Kabrina, Trisha, and Joe; ten great-grandchildren; brother: John R. “Pete” Klouse of Lancaster, and many nieces and nephews.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, June 23rd at 11:00 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 440 St. Joseph St., Lancaster, PA. There will be a viewing Monday evening from 6 until 8 PM with recitation of the Devine Mercy Chaplet at 7:45 and the Holy Rosary at 8:00 pm at Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA. Their will be no viewing Tuesday morning. Interment will take place in St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Dominican Nuns of the Perpetual Rosary, 1834 Lititz Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601.

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Condolences to the Family

February 09, 2021

God bless Vonnie’s family I hope to see them soon, I was trying so fast to get back to Vonnie as I used to frequent her store. I hope Mary can continue with the store, God bless Linden Hall marriages at St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church and God bless Robin, the kids, etc.
Caroline J West

July 07, 2020

Our sympathy goes out to the whole Kirchner families on your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. Giles & Pat Wickersham

June 23, 2020

Dearest Mary and family,
Please know we are holding you close to our hearts and in our prayers as you mourn the passing of your precious Mother. I recall the lovely moments your Mom shared with your family. With sincere sympathy, Don and Rae Ann

June 22, 2020

We would like to express our sincere sympathy to the family. Vonnie was a very caring individual who was always concerned about others and demonstrated this through the involvement of so many religious organizations. We will miss her beautiful smile. May her soul rest in peace.
Mary, Marie, Helen Schreiner

June 22, 2020

Vonnie Kitchener was a name know by all on Cabbage Hill and St. Joe’s. She was an accomplished business woman but her first love was her Catholic faith. She will remain an example of how we should all strive to live in this world while affecting it in a good way. Whenever I saw her I felt a sense of welcome and I could see her joy even when troubles came into her life. May God bless you Vonnie and invite you into his kingdom.
Ginny Anspach

June 21, 2020

Sending the family our heartfelt prayers & condolences during this time of mourning. Vonnie was a pillar of our parish with a giant soul for Jesus, His Mercy, His Glory, and His Church. My life was one of the many that she helped guide to the truth of Catholicism by recommending solid and sound devotional and doctrinal books. She will be remembered in our prayers both of thanksgiving and requiem. May you find comfort in the Sorrowful and Immaculate Heart of Mary as we patiently await Her triumph.
Mrs. & Mrs. Joseph R. Cunningham

Visitation: Monday, June 22, 2020; 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM; Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory; 3110 Lititz Pike; Lititz, PA 17543
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Services: Tuesday, June 23, 2020; 11:00 AM; St. Joseph Catholic Church; 440 St. Joseph St.; Lancaster, PA
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