Marian S. Clapper

Marian S. Clapper, 80, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2026, at The Glen at Willow Valley Communities. She was the wife of the late Gary S. Clapper, who preceded her in death in 2012.

Born in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Marian was the daughter of the late Clarence and Emma (Siegrist) Ebersole.

Marian’s life was marked by her love for God, devotion to her family, her strong work ethic, and her caring spirit. She was first a homemaker and loving mother. Outside of the home, she shared her passion for nurturing others as a schoolteacher, fostering a love of learning in her students. Later, she thoroughly enjoyed working for lifelong family friends as a secretary at Peaceful Valley Furniture. Through every role, Marian’s life remained a testament to her kindness and commitment to others.

Marian found great joy in life’s simple blessings. She loved cheering on her grandchildren in their activities, gardening, spending time outdoors, walking, biking, and faithfully serving God through various ministries at Petra Church. Her unwavering faith, compassionate heart, and encouragement were a blessing to all who knew her.

She will be lovingly remembered by her family. She is survived byher two sons Mark, husband of Elizabeth, and David, husband of Megan; her daughter Heather; her seven grandchildren Torrin(Brittany), Emily (Raine), Camden, David, Ellie, Lauren (Tim), and Dameon; and her six great-grandchildren, with one more on the way.

In addition to her children and grandchildren, Marian is survived by her sisters, Mildred Martin and Nyla Martin; and her brother, J. Clarence Ebersole. She was preceded in death by her sister, Naomi Brubaker.

Willow Valley was a community that Marian truly loved, and she cherished the friendships she made and time she spent there. The family would like to express their deepest gratitude to the staff at Willow Valley and Hospice and Community Care for the compassion and grace they showed Marian, especially during herfinal days.

Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend a memorial service in the Johnson Auditorium at Willow Valley Communities, 600 Willow Valley Square, Lancaster, PA 17602, on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 3:00 PM.

A visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Petra Church, 565 Airport Road, New Holland, PA 17557. A second visitation will take place on Thursday, May 21, 2026, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM in the Johnson Auditorium prior to the memorial service.

A time of fellowship and refreshments will follow the service in Chautauqua Hall for all who wish to attend.

Interment will be private at the convenience of the family in Canoe Creek Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Marian’s memory may be made to Water Street Mission: https://wsm.org/ways-to-give/donate/.

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