John S. Metzler, Sr., 78, of Quarryville, entered into rest on Thursday, October 29, 2015 at home surrounded by his family. Born in Holtwood, he was a son of the late Isaac and Grace (Stauffer) Metzler. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Bernice (Lindeman) Metzler. John had retired from Trojan Yacht. He spent many years volunteering for the Rawlinsville Fire Company. John was a member of the Rawlinsville United Methodist Church. He was a John Deere enthusiast and enjoyed riding his motorcycle, hunting, and spending time with family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In addition to his wife, John is survived by 7 children: Terri, wife of Jerry Landis of Quarryville; John S. Metzler, Jr. of Wesley Chapel, Florida; Connie, wife of Gary Richwine of Willow Street; Robin, wife of Tim Wilson of Willow Street; Robert Metzler of Westlawn, PA; Bryan, husband of Vicki Metzler of Holtwood; and Christopher, husband of Vicki Metzler of Peach Bottom. Also surviving are 20 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and siblings: Dorothy, Mary, Ruth, Isaac, Ben, Bertha, Dave, William, and Donald. He was preceded in death by a sister, Grace.
Private services will be held at the discretion of the family. Kindly omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice and Community Care, P.O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604 or to the Rawlinsville United Methodist Church, P.O Box 40 Truce Road Holtwood, PA 17532. Arrangements entrusted to Dewald Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc. Quarryville. Online guestbook at www.dewalds.com Comments are closed.
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