George H. Wagner, Jr., 63, of Lancaster, passed away on November 21, 2015. He was the loving husband of Rebecca Serfass Wagner to whom he was married to for 34 years.
Born in Pottstown, PA, he was the son of George H. Wagner Sr. and Sallie A. Miller Wagner.
A state champion hurdler in High School, he later went on to receive an undergraduate degree from Drexel University followed by a graduate degree from New Mexico State University.
George spent his professional career as a Civil Engineer specializing in wastewater treatment solutions acting as a true steward of the earth.
He was an Eagle Scout, an L-L League Science Fair judge for 20 years, a soccer coach, and an East-Pete swim team parent. Most of all he was a dedicated father.
He was a member of Trinity United Church of Christ in East Petersburg, PA where he also served as the Nursery School Board President.
In addition to his wife Rebecca, he is survived by two sons, Matthew G. Wagner of Steilacoom WA and Daniel L. Wagner of Bellefonte PA; two sisters, Pamela Moss wife to Michael Moss of Las Vegas NV and Faye Carroll wife to Ken Carroll of Boothwyn PA; and many nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a Memorial Service in Trinity U.C.C., 2340 State St., East Petersburg, PA on Saturday, December 5, 2015 at 10:00 AM with the Rev. Christopher M. Rankin and the Rev. Harry Rohrer officiating. Friends may greet the family informally after the service.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be sent to Trinity U.C.C. Building Project Fund (please see the address above). To leave an online condolence for the family please visit: www.DeBordSnyder.com
Grant and Cappy Panus
Becky, Matt and Dan
George was a fine man, neighbor and most of all friend. It was a pleasure raising our families together, going to swim meets and relaxing together on a summers evenings.
We send our heartfelt wishes of sympathy and comfort to you at this very difficult time.
God bless and keep you strong as you as you prepare for your final goodbyes.
We are with you in spirit, in thoughts and our prayers.
Love and peace to you all
The Panus Family
Karen Meck
Dear Becky, Matt, & Dan,
I am so very sorry for the loss of your husband & father. We worked together at Rettew and he was so proud of his family. I truly enjoyed working with him and considered him more of a friend than a boss. Hugs and prayers for all of you, and cherish those memories.
John Love
I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. I have many fond memories of George at work, scouts, East Petersburg and mostly raising our children. I’ll never forget when we moved to East Pete and Michael and Heather were trying to adjust to a new neighborhood. The doorbell rang one day and it was George with Matt and Dan to say hello and welcome us to East Pete. That meant a lot to our family and I knew from that day that George was a class guy.
– John Love
Kevin, Karen and Kiri Hassett
Becky, Matt and Dan,
We were saddened to hear of George’s passing. We have nothing but fond memories of our days together on the East Pete Swim Team.
We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers as you go thru this very difficult time.
The Hassett’s
Cheryl Hiester
Dear Becky,
I am very sad to hear about George. I wish you and your sons peace through this difficult time.
Thinking of you,
Cheryl Hiester
Ilsa Powell Diller
Becky, Matt & Dan,
I am so sorry to hear about George. He was such a sweet man. Know that Genna, Mike and I are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. I know you have lots of wonderful memories that will be cherished.
Hugs,
Ilsa
Dagmara Naruns
Dear Dr. Wagner,
The entire staff of the Norristown Adult Evening School grieves with you. Be peaceful.
Sincerely,
Dagmara and staff
Aimee Firtz
I’m so sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family during this very difficult time!
Aimee Firtz
AIU3
Marina Lipkovskaya and Irina Sapiro
Dear Becky,
We are very sorry to hear about your loss. We never met your husband, but we believe that he was an exclusively supporting and loving man who created wonderful life and career opportunities for you, and no one can replace him in your life. Please accept our deepest condolences. If you need anything, we are here for you.
With love,
Marina Lipkovskaya and Irina Sapiro
Meg Ashenden
Becky,
You are in my thoughts. Hold those memories close.
Meg Ashenden
Jeanne King
Dear Becky,
May warm memories help you through this very difficult time.
Best wishes to you and your family.
Jeanne King, CC-OIC
The Welcoming Center for New Pennsylvanians
To the Wagner Family,
The staff at the Welcoming Center for New Pennsylvanians extends our sincere condolences to the family. We wish everyone COMFORT and PEACE during this time and moving forward.
Shirley Moy
Dear Becky,
I am sorry to hear about the loss of your lifelong partner. There are not many couples that spend 34 plus years together, which must be a testimony to the love that the two of your shared with each other, as well as your children. I’m sure that time together is full of wonderful memories, that will sustain you in this time.
Shirley
Bahiya
Dear Becky,
I am very sad to hear about your husband. I wish you and your sons peace through this difficult time.
Sincere Condolences,
Bahiya Cabral-Johnson
Rachel Zilcosky
Becky,
My heart goes out to you and your boys. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Wishing you peace and comfort during this very difficult time.
Rachel
Tom & Ellie Hooley
Dear Becky, Matt & Dan,
We hope to be as supportive in our prayers as your family has been to ours through years of school, swim team, and scouts. We cherish those memories and wish you peace.
The Hooley Family
Aileen and Rob Evans
Dear Becky, Matt, and Dan,
Our hearts are saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.
Aileen & Rob Evans
Carol Shefrin
Becky & Family~~~ So sorry to hear of your loss.
Carol Shefrin
Quinn Dyrli
I am so sorry for your loss, Rebecca. Praying for your family at this difficult time.
Kelly Davis
Becky,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Praying for peace and comfort for you and your family during this difficult time.
Kelly
Sue Conrady
Thinking of you and your family, Becky, and sending my sincere condolences. Life can be so hard.
Please let me know it there is anyway I can be of help or support.
One day at a time.
Sue
john byrd
It seems so unfair that death should have the power to take away someone you love. And when it happens, the thought of never again being able to talk to, laugh with, or hold your loved one can be most difficult to bear. That pain is not necessarily erased by being told that your loved one is up in heaven.
The Bible, however, holds out a much different hope. The Scriptures indicate that it is possible to be reunited with your dead loved one in the near future, not in an unknown heaven but right here on earth under peaceful, righteous conditions. And at that time humans will have the prospect of enjoying perfect health, and they will never have to die again. Isaiah 26:19; Psalm 37:29.
Jill & Steve Graham
Dear Becky,
We were so surprised and sad to hear of George’s passing. We cherish our memories of times spent together at the pool and with scouts. Our most sincere condolences to you, Matt, and Dan.
Jill & Steve
Joyce Chester
Dear Becky,
I did not know your husband, but I know how kind and wonderful you are and can only imagine he was just as kind and wonderful. I am so sorry for your loss and hope that time and prayer heals the wound. Thinking of you and your sons at this time.
Joyce
Mike & Lydia Morgan
Becky, Matt and Dan,
We offer our deepest condolences and wish you strength and comfort during this difficult time. Fond memories of George as we cheered for our kids over the years in soccer, lax and swimming … and trying to stay up with him as he sprinted to check points in x-country meets. You are all in our thoughts.
Mike & Lydia
Rev. Jere and Judy Chapman
We were so very sorry to hear about Georges passing. May the Holy Spirit comfort you and your children at this time.
Mary Way Way
BeckyMatt and Dan, So sorry to hear of Georges passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jane Myers
Dear Becky,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Jane
Jennie Jamieson
Becky and Family,
My heart breaks at the news of George’s passing. Please accept my deepest condolences. Do not hesitate to contact me if (when) you need something.
Jennie Jamieson
John and Sarah Paulukow
Becky, Matt and Dan,
We are so sorry to hear about your husband and dad ‘s passing. Our heart hurts for you and we want you to know that you are in our prayers. May good memories surround you during this time.
Bless you all.
Your East Petersburg and Trinity UCC friends,
Sarah and John Paulukow and
Andrea Paulukow West
Renata Henderson
Dear Becky and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you during this difficult time. Prayers of comfort, peace, and support. In the most difficult times in life, God carries us through them. I pray that God gives you a peace that surpasses all understanding.
Sincerely,
Renata Henderson
John Krueger
Dear Wagner Family,
I met George when he began working on the Intercourse Water System Project. It was obvious to me that he was a good man dedicated to stewardship of the Earth through his engineering. I pray that your are supported by this knowledge and the comfort of the Holy Spirit.
John Krueger
Pennsylvania DEP
Tricia Quynn
Dear Becky,
I am so sorry to hear about your Husband. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.
Tricia
Eric Kronawetter
Dear Becky,
We are so sorry to hear of George’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your sons.
Sincerely Eric and Darlene
Irma Miller
Becky,
I was so very sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Irma
Kris Hettrick
Dear Becky,
I wanted to pass along my condolences to you and your family. I didn’t know your husband but I can only imagine that to be your partner he had to be a wonderful person.
I wish you all the support you need during this difficult time.
All the best,
Kris
Janet Harriger
Dear Becky, Matt, and Daniel,
I was shocked to hear of George’s passing. He was such a vibrant man!
Please accept my condolences on this huge loss for all of you.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Janet Harriger