Florine A. Griest
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Florine A. Griest, 81, of Highland Township, passed away on Sunday, January 16, 2022 at the Lancaster General Hospital. She was the beloved wife of Kenneth W. Griest, Sr. who died in 1997. Born in Highland Township, she was the daughter of the late Charles W. Pfitzenmeyer, Sr. and Bertha L. Killian Pfitzenmeyer.
Florine was an area resident all her life and was a 1959 graduate of the former H. Scott High School in Coatesville. She was employed, down through the years, at the former Cardinal Cotton Co. as seamstress, the Octorara School District in food services but most of all she will be remembered as co-owner/owner of the Griest Auction. She attended Wordup Church in Gap, PA.
Florine enjoyed trips to her cabin in Potter County, vacations at the Beach, bus trips to Longenberger, country music venues, the American Music Theater, breakfast with co-workers and her church family, the Dollar General Store, her auction family and watching TV shows including Judge Judy, Dancing with the Stars, the Bachelor and Hallmark. She also enjoyed riding snowmobiles, motorcycles, playing ball with her Granddoggie Duke, spoiling her pet cats, visits with her sister-in-laws and dinner dates with her sister and niece.
She is survived by two children; Kenneth W. Griest and wife Denise Moyer Griest of Highland Township, and Kimberly A. Davis and husband Rodney M. Davis of Bowmansville, four grandchildren; RJ Davis and wife Lauren, Jessica Ink and husband Derek, Lauren Griest and Nicole Griest, five great grandchildren; Peyton, Lucas, Kylee, Jameson and a June baby on the way, two brothers; Charles Pfitzenmeyer and Dave Pfitzenmeyer and three sisters; Ethel Mann, Mary McAlpine, Betty Busby and Paul Pfitzenmeyer whom she loved like a brother.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, January 27, 2022 at 11:00 AM at the Wilde Funeral Home, 434 Main St. Parkesburg, PA followed by interment at the Penningtonville Presbyterian Church in Atglen, PA. Family and friends are also invited to attend the viewing Wednesday evening, January 26th at the funeral home from 6:00 - 8:00 PM and also 10:00 AM to the time of the service on Thursday.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in her memory to Southeastern Hospice, 1501 Grundy Lane Suite 100, Bristol, PA 19007.
In order to protect those at risk, please wear a face mask and practice social distancing while at the funeral home.
Online condolences may be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com
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Missing you already!
Sending our heart felt sympathy to Florine's children Kenny, Kim and your families. Larry & I loved Florine, she was always happy and a good friend who was nothing but loving and caring. We will truly miss her. Our WordUp Girlfriend Luncheons at Dutchway will never be the same without you Florine. This is just good bye for now my friend, until we meet again. Love you Girlfriend!
Such a shock
Who am I going to share granddaughter stories with now? Since we became "the Grandmothers" of the same two girls, we have had many conversations. Lots of laughs, concerns and comments. It won't seem the same from now on.when we visit Griestland. We will miss you and probably keep looking at your windows to see if you're there. RIP dear soul and now you are with your first and only love again.
Carol and Jack McGrath
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Mrs Griest will alway hold a special place in my heart. She was always so kind to me and my boys. We loved the time we spent living next to the auction house.❤️❤️❤️
To Florines family❤️
Was saddened to hear of Florines passing.I have great memories when we worked in the cafeteria together. We had some good times and a lot of laughs. She was a wonderful person and good friend. Memories of her will always be with me. Sending warm thoughts and prayers to all the family. 🙏🏻 Sue and Norm Laffey
To the Griest family, we were
To the Griest family, we were so shocked to read this, so sorry. We worked together at Auctions and at Griest Auction a long time, so we have lots of memories, good memories. Love to all❤️
Kenny and family...
Kenny and family...
Sorry for your loss
Deen
Florines family
I was so sad to hear of Florines passing! She was a lovely lady, always smiling and so nice to everyone we worked in the cafeteria together and she was always willing to lend a helping hand! Heaven just received an angel with a warm and loving smile!❤️I
Griest, Pfitzenmeyer Famlies
April and I are so sorry for your loss.
Fond memories from the
Fond memories from the auction years ago. A warm smile, and friendly conversation. Sorry for your loss.
As time passes, gradually we
As time passes, gradually we move toward the day when the comfort of our memories is greater than the sorrow of out loss. With much sympathy.
I remember going to the
I remember going to the auction when I was just a kid. Florine and my Mother Joan were such good friends . Sending my deepest sympathy to the family
Our deepest sympathies
<p>My brother Walter and I are so very sorry for your loss. Florine was a very kind and loving person, and she will be missed so very much. I can’t remember a time that she wasn’t smiling and laughing. It breaks our hearts to lose another Cousin, but we know there is a beautiful family reunion going on up in Heaven. We look forward to the day when we will meet again. We love you Florine and you will never be forgotten. Until we meet again. </p>
To all the Griest family, we
To all the Griest family, we are so sorry for your loss. Florine's friendly and fun-loving company made my weekly trips to the auction barn so enjoyable, and I treasure those memories. And on those other lucky occasions when I got to visit with her, I found her positive and caring energy truly uplifting. My mom (Janet Marsh) and Florine were good friends, and I know my mom enjoyed her time working with Florine and Sue at the school cafeteria. And I always enjoyed being in the company of my mom and Florine; listening to them talk and joke with one-another, Florine always talking so fondly and proudly of her family. There is more to tell, but I'll just say that the Parcells family and Marsh family are thinking of you and keeping you in our prayers.
With Sympathy
Joan Schulz would like Dave to know she is thankful He let her know of Florines passing. She planned on coming but was unable. She has happy memories of Florine as a good friend and schoolmate.
There is no death, just a change in worlds-Chief Seattle
Dear Kenny & Family-
Please accept our condolences.
We were very sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. Your mom and dad were very nice people.
Blessings & Peace-
Joe & Ginny Topper
To Kenny Griest & Family
To Kenny Griest & Family
I just saw this notice and so sorry to hear of your mother's passing ,she was a very sweet, nice, and hard working person. With all she had to take care of after her husband's passing she always plowed thur life and kept a smile., she was one strong woman. RIP