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Kenneth Sarbaugh Obituary

Kenneth W. Sarbaugh, 91, of Lancaster, passed away on September 14, 2024 with his two daughters by his side at Moravian Manor in Lititz, PA. He was the loving husband of the late Deborah E. Sarbaugh, to whom he was married to for 50 years.

Born in Lancaster, PA he was the son of the late Paul and Mary (Worley) Sarbaugh. 

 After graduating from high school, Ken spent much of his career as a maintenance superintendent at Alumax. In his spare time, he enjoyed playing golf and cheering for the New York Football Giants and the San Francisco Giants. Most of all enjoyed spending time with his adoring family especially his grandchildren. He is survived by two daughters, Renee (wife of Chris Lindke) and Robin Carper; four grandchildren, Lindsey (wife of Shane Ekis), Britney (wife of Andrew Sheely), Brady and Shianne Carper and one great-grandson, Logan Ekis. Also surviving is one sister, Shirley Lehman. In addition to his late wife and parents, he was predeceased by three brothers, three sisters and a great grandson. 

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Service at DeBord Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 141 E. Orange St., Lancaster, PA 17602 on Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 11:00 AM. A viewing will be held at the funeral home from 10:00 AM until the time of the service. Interment will follow in Conestoga Memorial Park. 

The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the Lancaster Cancer Center, Moravian Manor and the Masonic Village Hospice for their caring support.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Kenneth’s name may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741. To leave an online condolence for the family, please visit: www.DeBordSnyder.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Star Democrat on Sep. 16, 2024.

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141 E Orange St, Lancaster, PA 17602

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DeBord Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory- Orange Street

141 E Orange St, Lancaster, PA 17602

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