Vincent G. Lechner

Vincent G. Lechner, 62, of Peach Bottom, passed away on Wednesday, January 25, 2012 while under the care of Hospice of Lancaster Co. at the Essa Flory Hospice Center. He was the beloved husband of Jean E. Mendenhall Lechner with whom he shared eight years of marriage and eighteen years of his life. Born in Lancaster County, he was the son of Ray Pringle of Lancaster and the late Naomi Sage Pringle.

After graduating from Penn Manor High School, Vince proudly served in the US Navy for 14 years and had completed two tours in Vietnam. He was employed by the Powell Steel Corp. of Lancaster.

Vince enjoyed researching Native American Heritage. He was also involved with Vietnam Veterans' organizations, fishing, riding motorcycles and spending time with his family and friends.

He is survived, in addition to his wife, by three daughters Elizabeth Shank, wife of Timothy Yohey of New Providence, Melissa Ludwig, wife of William Fisher of Witmer, PA and Jennifer, wife of Robert Muckel of New Providence, nine grandchildren and three siblings, Diane, wife of Jake Bonham of Lancaster, Dale Pringle of Pequea and Dawn, wife of Walt Mowery of Lancaster.

Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial service on February 3, 2012 at 2:00 pm from the family home, 139 Grubbs Corner Rd., Peach Bottom, PA.

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