David Peary Lindquist

David Peary Lindquist, of Lancaster, born September 14, 1943, died Sunday, April 12, 2015 at the age of 71.

Peary was husband to Adrian Axtell Lindquist; father to David Peary Lindquist II, Jeffrey Vaughn Lindquist, and Rebecca Louise Lindquist Slaybaugh; father-in-law to Neelam Lindquist, Marvin Rodriguez, and Josh Slaybaugh; grandfather to Jemma Lindquist, Jude Slaybaugh, Max Slaybaugh and Gracie Lindquist; and brother to Eric A. Lindquist, Earnest W. Lindquist and Martha L. Burke.

He grew up in Atglen, PA where he graduated from the Octorara School District, spent 4 years in the Air Force during the Vietnam War and then finished his studies at West Chester University.  He returned to his home school district of Octorara where he taught for 30 years.

His passion for music showed in his love of the tuba, as organist at several churches, including many years at his home church of Penningtonville Presbyterian, and as a member of the Rotary Club where he played piano faithfully for many years.  He was a born teacher, touching the lives of many children, and children's children, where he encouraged everyone to "exercise their intellectual curiosity."

Peary believed in the magic of Santa Claus and his impressive collection was featured in several newspaper stories and historic town tours.  He will be affectionately known as the Santa Guy to many people.  He was the epitome of a gentleman and a proud 50 year member of Penningtonville Presbyterian Church in Atglen, PA and associate member of First Presbyterian Church in Lancaster, PA.

The Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 25th at 2 PM at First Presbyterian Church, 140 E Orange St, Lancaster, PA 17602 with visitation from 1 until 2 PM.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Hospice and Community Care of Lancaster and the Organ Fund at Penningtonville Presbyterian Church, Atglen, PA.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Wilde Funeral Home of Parkesburg.  Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com