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Gerald “Jerry” L. Kochel, 85

November 10, 2017

Gerald “Jerry” L. Kochel, 85, of Lititz, passed away on Friday, November 10th, 2017, at Landis Homes.
He was born in Ephrata, PA on October 23rd, 1932 to the late Harold and Lillian C. (Christiansen) Kochel and was the husband of Sandra Adams.
He was a member of Lititz United Methodist Church for many years.
Jerry was a life-long coin collector and a member of Red Rose Coin Club, Lebanon Valley Coin Club, American Numismatic Association, Central States Numismatic Association, Florida United Numismatists, and PAN-Pennsylvania Association of Numismatists.
He was an avid baseball fan, cheering for the Phillies (his favorite team).
He was a lifetime member of the Lititz VFW and Lititz Legion, a charter member and Treasurer of the Young Men’s Business League (Lititz) and a member of the Lancaster Liederkranz, Lancaster AMVETS and Ephrata Elks Lodge 1933.
Jerry was a proud United States Military veteran, serving in the Army and National Guard for over 20 years. He retired from Kerr Glass after 40 years of service.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by one son, Jere Kochel, husband of Diane, a granddaughter, Amy Kochel and three step children; Sherri Forry, wife of Jeff, Jeff Adams, husband of Karyn, Steven Adams, husband of Erica and 5 step grandchildren; Brant Forry, LeAnne Adams, Jared Adams, Emma Adams and Max Adams.
Jerry’s wife Sandra would like to extend her heartfelt love and gratitude to the loving care that the Landis Homes healthcare staff gave to Jerry the last couple of years.
The Memorial Service will be held at Spacht-Snyder Family Funeral Home, 127 S. Broad St., Lititz on Thursday, November 16th at 12:00 noon with The Rev. Jerry M. McGrath officiating. A visitation with Jerry’s family will be held at Spacht-Snyder on Thursday from 11:00am to the time of service.
Burial will be at the convenience of the family at Fort Indiantown Gap with full military honors.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 706 Rothsville Rd, Lititz, PA 17543.

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Condolences to the Family

November 17, 2017

The Pennsylvania Association of Numismatists extend deepest condolences to Jerry’s family and friends. All of us at P.A.N. will miss him and recall all of the wonderful memories over the many years of his involvement with our association. Jerry’s kindness, humor, and contributions to promoting numismatics will certainly be missed.
Tom Uram, Pat McBride, Don Carlucci, and the board members of P.A.N.

November 15, 2017

Sincere condolences from Anna Raudensky of the Harrisburg Coin Club and mother of the late Joe Raudensky, a former President of the Harrisburg Coin Club.

November 12, 2017

The exhibit judges of the ANA join me in expressing our condolences on Jerry’s passing. He made great contributions to both judging and judge training for ANA conventions.Joseph E Boling, ANA chief judge

November 12, 2017

Jerry had a strong, youthful energy about him. As an aide at Landis Homes, I enjoyed his participation in the life enrichment activities. I’m sure that the team will miss his happiness and joy.

November 12, 2017

You will be greatly missed Jerry. We loved you. Rest in Peace. Steven, Erica, LeAnne & Shawn, and Jared and Alayna.

Visitation: Thursday, November 16, 2017; 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Spacht-Snyder Family Funeral Home & Crematory; 127 S. Broad St.; Lititz, PA
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Services: Thursday, November 16, 2017; 12:00 PM; Spacht-Snyder Family Funeral Home & Crematory; 127 S. Broad St.; Lititz, PA
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