Nancy H. Lorentson
Nancy H. Lorentson, age 85, passed away peacefully at Mt. Hope Retirement Community on October 18, 2021. Born in Christiana, she was the daughter of the late William B. Axe and Dorothy E. (Wright) Axe. She was preceded in death by 3 brothers, William C. Axe, Herbert Axe and Robert Axe.
She is survived by her husband Dennis Lorentson, of Lancaster, a daughter, Debra A. Kruger of Willow Street, a son Michael E. Long of Lancaster, and a sister Bette A. Axe, of Lancaster.
She was a member of the First Church of God and the Salvation Army. She was a housekeeper for the courthouse and private homes.
In her free time, Nancy enjoyed making baskets and giving them to her friends, and she also enjoyed cooking and baking and watching “Rejoicing in the Lord” and “David Jeremiah.” But above all, she relished spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-granddaughter.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Nancy’s funeral service at the DeBord Snyder Funeral Home, 141 E. Orange St., Lancaster, PA 17602 on Tuesday, the 26th of October at 11:00AM. The family will receive visitors beginning at 10:00 a.m. until the funeral service begins.
Interment will be held at Conestoga Memorial Park in Lancaster.
Amy McLane Young says
Debbie, Mike, Luke, Jenn & Betty –
I was saddened to hear of your mother’s /Nanny’s/ sister’s passing. I’m so very sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you all at this time. Peace be with you.
Lisa says
Dear Bette, Deb, Dennis, Mike and the rest of Nancy’s family,
I’m so sorry for your loss, Nancy was a great lady and we have so many great memories of her!
Much love,
Bill, Lisa and family
Patricia Bright says
My heart goes out to the family, especially Dennis who has been so devoted in caring for her. I will miss her smiles and her hugs and her love for the Lord. I have been blessed to know her and to feel love and prayed for by her over the last several years. I know she is resting in the arms of her Jesus surrounded by her beloved brothers