Intelligencer Journal/Lancaster New EraLester M. Eshleman
Lester M. Eshleman, 91, of Lancaster, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 24, 2013 after living a joyful and fulfilling life. He is survived by his wife of 5 years, Hilda Eshleman. Born and raised in Clearfield in Providence Township, he was the son of the late David and Edith Miller Eshleman. Mr. Eshleman served in the U. S. Army during World War II as a Corporal in the 2nd infantry division. His infantry fought heroically in the European Theater of Operations and fought in the Battle of the Bulge, Central Europe Ardennes Forest, and at Remagen Bridge. After returning from war, Lester lived in Allentown, PA until 1975 where he owned a Budget Rent A Car franchise. In 1975, he moved to St. Petersburg, FL, where he owned several Budget Rent A Car franchises for five years. In his retirement, Lester was the Mayor of Kenneth City, FL from 1991-1994. In 2002, Lester moved back to Lancaster County to be closer to his family. He was a member of the Long Memorial United Methodist Church in Neffsville, PA. He was a member of the American Legion Post Garden Spot Post #56 in Lititz, PA, Masonic Lodge #291 F&AM in Madeira Beach, FL, Masonic Lodge #43 in Lancaster, PA, and a 32nd degree Mason in the Scottish Rite of Tampa, Florida. He enjoyed traveling and playing poker at Lancashire Terrace. Lester loved spending time with his family and grandchildren. In addition to his wife Hilda, he is survived by his three children: Beverly married to Jim Gibson of Lancaster, PA, Donald Eshleman married to Kim Eshleman of Harrisburg, PA, and Richard Eshleman married to Darlene Eshleman of Solon, OH; six stepsons; his brother, Bob Eshleman married to Faye of Lancaster; 13 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife and the mother of his children, Mildred Eshleman, in 1973, his second wife, Josephine Eshleman, in 2002, 4 siblings, and a grandson, Brian.A Funeral Service will be held on Sunday, January 27, 2013 at 3 PM in the Chapel at the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA with The Rev. David Unangst officiating. Friends may visit with the family on Sunday from 2-3 PM at Snyder?s. The Masonic Service will begin at 3 PM prior to the Funeral Service. Military Honors rendered by the Red Rose Veterans Honor Guard and Vet-21 Gun Salute. Interment will be private in Conestoga Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Mr. Eshleman's memory may be made to Hospice & Community Care of Lancaster, 685 Good Drive, P.O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125 or to the American Diabetes Association, 3544 N. Progress Ave., Suite 101, Harrisburg, PA 17110. To send the family online condolences, please visit:SnyderFuneralHome.comCharles F. Snyder, Jr.Funeral Home & Crematory717-560-5100 |
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