Frances Hershey Obituary

Age - 95

October 7, 2023

Lititz, PA

Frances K. Hershey, 95, of Millersville passed away on October 5, 2023, at Luther Acres in Lititz. She was affectionally known as Mom-Mom to her loving family. Frances was married for 68 years to the late William A. Hershey Sr. who passed away in 2017. She was born in Millersville to the late Edward Brooks (Pop) Kahler and the late Maude E. Brown. Frances was a graduate of Penn Manor High School and Lancaster Bible College. She worked in the cafeteria at LGH in Lancaster for many years. She was a member of Grace Baptist Church, Millersville. Frances was an amazing cook, she loved baking for her family and friends alike. She was best known for her red velvet cake and molasses pie! She is survived by one son, William A. Hershey Jr. (Linda) and one daughter, Beth E. Long (Jeff Rankin). Five grandchildren: Carrie Young (Gere), Christopher Long (Jill), Mandy Miller (Scott), Brandi Helt (Jason), and Heather Long. Seven great grandchildren: Zachary and Nathan Young, Owen Sauder, Emma and Dylan Helt, Max and Toby Miller. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Frances was preceded in death by four brothers: Edward (Bud) Kahler Jr. , Robert Kahler, Norman J. Kahler, and John R. Kahler Sr. A graveside memorial service will be held for the family at Grace United Methodist Cemetery, 163 W. Frederick St. , Millersville, PA 17551, at 1PM, Tuesday, October 10, 2023, with the Rev. Jared Yordy officiating.

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