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Franklin M. Kreider, 90

July 14, 2013

Franklin M. Kreider, 90, of Willow Street, died peacefully Sunday, July 14, 2013 surrounded by his family.

Born in Lancaster on November 18, 1922, he was the son of the late Franklin and Mary (Murry) Kreider, and the husband of the late Joan (Coonan) Kreider, to whom he was married 61 years.

Frank served in the US Army Medical Corps during WWII. After discharge from the army, he joined Wyeth Laboratories and retired after 37 years of service. He built his home and raised his family on Plank Avenue in Willow Street. He was very active at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Lancaster as a Eucharistic Minister and money counter. Frank had been a resident of Meadow Ridge at Willow Valley for five years. An avid Philadelphia sports fan, he also enjoyed golf, bowling, bridge, winters in Myrtle Beach and travel.

He is survived by four sons: Franklin, married to Mae Edmond Kreider; James, married to Mary Sobkowiak Kreider; Robert, married to Edie Keller Kreider; and Dick, married to Mary Mahoney Kreider; three daughters: Mary Jo, married to Gary Grove; Carol, married to Christian Wagman; and Kathleen, married to Patrick Naimoli; 22 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; a sister, Mary Eichelberger; and a sister-in-law, Pearl Kreider. He was preceded in death by a brother William, a brother-in-law Herbert Eichelberger, and a grandson Andrew Wagman.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday, July 17, 2013 at historic St. Mary’s Church, 119 S. Prince St., Lancaster, PA 17603 with The Rev. Leo M. Goodman, III as Celebrant. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow in St. Mary Catholic Cemetery, Lancaster.

Kindly omit flowers. Memorial contributions in Frank’s memory may be made to the church at the address above, or to Hospice & Community Care, PO Box 4125, 685 Good Dr., Lancaster, PA 17604.

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December 10, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. May “the God of all comfort” (2 Corinthians 1:3,4) comfort and soothe your heart. His promises, found in the Holy Scriptures, can offer much hope. It assures us at John 5:28,29 that our loved ones will be remembered and brought back to life in the resurrection. Please allow God’s Word to strengthen you and help you to endure this most difficult time.

July 24, 2013

Dr. Kreider: Bert and I want you to know that we are so sorry for your loss. Please forgive us for not knowing sooner. You have meant a great deal to both of us in our lives and we are sincerely thankful for the GREAT medical care we receive from you. God’s Blessing to you and your family. Bert and Roy Schroll

July 18, 2013

I met Frank through his golfing group. I have always enjoyed playing golf with him because he was truly a fine gentleman and a good sport. I looked forward to playing golf with him at Myrtle Beach and going to his condo for pizza. In later years, my wife and I got together with Joan and Frank when we passed through Myrtle Beach on the way back from our winter in Florida. The last time, I played a round of golf with Frank at Turpelo Bay. Although I can no longer play golf, I cherish the memories of playing golf with Frank. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. -Ed. Kiehl

July 16, 2013

I am honored to have been part of his health care. You and he are in my prayers . . .
Kat @ CC

July 16, 2013

To The Kreider Family,
We were sorry to read of your father’s death. Your parents were good and true friends to us. We have fond memories of good times spent at Myrtle Beach and many hours seated at the bridge table. We are grateful that we were able to be part of his 90th brithday celebration. Your dad amd your families will remain in our prayers
Jim & Ruth Rhoads

July 16, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are never alone. You can find much comfort in God’s Word, the Bible, which assures us at Psalms 34:18 that God is near to those broken at heart and crushed in spirit. Please accept my deepest sympathies. – T. Kelly; MD

July 16, 2013

My thoughts and prayers to Kathy and the entire family. My first memories are of “Mr. Kreider” as my St. Mary’s CYO basketball coach. He was a great example to all of his young players.

Visitation: Wednesday, July 17, 2013; 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM; St. Mary's Catholic Church; 119 S. Prince St.; Lancaster, PA 17602
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Services: Wednesday, July 17, 2013; 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM; St. Mary's Catholic Church; 119 S. Prince St.; Lancaster, PA 17602
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