Eugene R. Fenstermacher, 90, of Dorrance Township passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2018 at Providence Place, Drums, surrounded by his family.
Born in Dorrance Township on August 28, 1927, he was the son of the late Harvey and Ruth (Moyer) Fenstermacher. He graduated from Newport High School and served in the US Navy. After an honorable discharge, he was employed at Sandvik, and later at Eberhard Faber. Prior to retirement, he worked at Mideast Aluminum.
Gene was a member of St Paul’s Lutheran Church, Mountain Top. He was an outdoorsman who loved to hunt and fish, and in his younger years also trapped. He liked to relax while watching baseball games.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, May L. (Rinehimer) Fenstermacher, this past December, as well as his parents, and his sister, Lois Chapin.
He will be greatly missed by his children: Brent Fenstermacher and wife Donna, Mountain Top; Brenda Hagemo and husband Lloyd, Edina, MN; Dale Fenstermacher, Sellersville; 6 cherished grandsons: Tyler, Erich, Damien, Nathan, Brian, and Alec; 4 adored great grandchildren; brother Floyd “Nick” Fenstermacher; and many nieces and nephews.
A private memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family. Heller Funeral Home, LLC, Nescopeck is assisting his family.
Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 316 South Mountain Blvd, Mountain Top, PA 18707.
Online messages of comfort may be sent to condolences@hellerfuneral.com.