Biography:
Edward M. Sneeringer, 42, of Gettysburg, died Sat., April 5, at Harrisburg Hospital. Born March 22, 1972 in Harrisburg, he was the son of Sandra M. (Kuhns) Sneeringer of Littlestown and the late Michael J. Sneeringer. Ed was a 1990 Littlestown High School graduate and served in the Air Force during Desert Storm. He also was a graduate of Wellspan Paramedic Program. Ed was employed with York Memorial Hospital as a paramedic and also with Eureka Fire Co. of Stewartstown.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by a son, Benjamin M. Sneeringer of New Oxford. Ed attended St. Aloysius Catholic Church in Littlestown. He was a member of Alpha Fire Co., Littlestown, Hanover & Pleasant Hill Vol. Fire Companies.
A Mass of Christian Burial is Wed. at 11 A.M. at his church with Rev. James M. Sterner Celebrant. Viewings are 2 – 4 and 6 – 8 Tues at Little’s Funeral Home, Littlestown with prayers at 8 P.M. Interment will be in the Parish Cemetery. Full Military honors will be conducted by Littlestown Allied Veterans Council. Memorials in Ed’s name may be sent to: St. Aloysius Catholic Church, 29 S. Queen St., Littlestown, PA 17340. Online condolences may be shared on www.littlesfh.com.
Condolences(25)
Harvey Eckenrode jr
Apr 9th, 2014 12:01 am
#25
we all lost a great friend,he was a loving son,father,and friend.If you needed him ,he would always be there,someway, somehow,he will be greatly missed by all that knew him,with my thoughts and prayers his mom and son. I will always remember the times out at race track on fri/sat nights we worked,and great times we had, love you man, there not many friends like you out there, The world has lost a great person.
Kathy Kelch Poffenberger
Apr 8th, 2014 8:10 pm
#24
I can't begin to say how sad I am...but I am grateful for mercy and knowing you are no longer struggling.
Sandy and Ben - I am praying you find comfort in your memories and the love of family and friends.
Sandy and Ben - I am praying you find comfort in your memories and the love of family and friends.
Holly Sutphin
Apr 8th, 2014 5:12 pm
#23
To Ed's Son, Mother, family and friends, I am sorry for your loss. Ed was a classmate and all around great guy. I wish to extend my heartfelt sympathy and prayers that God provides you all the strength to get through this difficult time. May your memories of him live on and may he be at eternal peace.
Amy Millhouse
Apr 8th, 2014 2:13 pm
#22
To Ed's family, I'm very sorry for your loss. Ed was so terrific, there just aren't enough words to describe him, giving, loyal, loving, caring, FUN, full of smiles are just a few. I only had the privilege to know ED for the past 3 years. We had many fun days working Grantley and then meeting up being dual medics together. He never missed you with a big bear hug and always had a smile. He will be truly missed by us all. My sincerest sympathies and prayers go to you all. To Ben, we've never met but I know you didn't have anyone more proud of you than your Dad( as you were all he talked about with such pride), keep him near and carry on the way he wished for you. My deepest sympathies.
Rich Feeser
Apr 7th, 2014 9:13 pm
#21
My thoughts and prayers go out to Sandy and Ben. Don't have the words to explain how I feel to know my buddy is gone. Been reminiscing about some of the good times we had and saddened to know we won't have the opportunity to make new ones. I love you buddyand you will be missed by all whose life ou've touched.
Christi Schwartz
Apr 7th, 2014 9:04 pm
#20
My deepest sympathy to his son Ben, family and friends. Ed was the sweetest and most fun loving person that I had the pleasure of working with and the privilege of calling him my friend. He will be greatly missed, but never forgotten. May he rest in peace.
Joy Darlene Leppo
Apr 7th, 2014 6:04 pm
#19
my heart is so broken, I lost someone who was like a son to me. He was my son's friend in school, and at our home many times. He had a big personality and very lovable. When I would see him, he would holler, hey mom and give me that bear hug, my prayers are for his son and Mother, only God can ease the pain for you.Ed you will always be in my heart and will think of you often, you're at peace in Heaven with your Father and my Ed, will get another bear hug when I see you again someday, love you buddy
Kim Godfrey
Apr 7th, 2014 5:19 pm
#18
Ben, everytime your Dad spoke of you, it was obvious how much he loved you and how proud of you he was. He was a special man to many and always had a smile and good thoughts! I know he did not want to leave this world yet but he will always be in your heart. He is at peace now. Stay strong and remember all he taught you. We are better for having known Ed.
Rick Witten
Apr 7th, 2014 4:21 pm
#17
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Will miss you brother, Rest in peace
Sympathy to Ed's family
FW
Grantley Station
Will miss you brother, Rest in peace
Sympathy to Ed's family
FW
Grantley Station
Rich Megela
Apr 7th, 2014 3:07 pm
#16
As his 5th grade teacher, it hurts to see Ed was taken so young. It makes me very proud to see all the accomplishments Ed has made devoting his life to helping others. My condolences to his family. May your soul rest in eternal peace, Eddie.
Lisa Benecke
Apr 7th, 2014 2:53 pm
#15
Ed was a force of nature. His huge laugh, his love for his family and friends and even his (self-confessed) famous stubborn streak were just a few of the things that stand out. I was lucky to see the soft side of him as well, as we dated on and off for the better part of five years. He was ALWAYS there to listen and to give his own special brand of commonsense advice, and those great big bear hugs, and I will miss that forever.
Mrs. Sneeringer and Ben, there are no words I can say to soften your grief. I wish there were. Please know that he loved the two of you SO much. Rarely did we talk that he didn't mention one or both of you. May you feel God's comfort and peace as you go through this awful time.
Mrs. Sneeringer and Ben, there are no words I can say to soften your grief. I wish there were. Please know that he loved the two of you SO much. Rarely did we talk that he didn't mention one or both of you. May you feel God's comfort and peace as you go through this awful time.
Melissa
Apr 7th, 2014 11:19 am
#14
Even though distance prevented Ed and I from meeting in person, he was one of my very best friends. They say bad things happen to good people, Ed really was a good man. One of my biggest supporters, I could always count on him to make me smile, laugh or even put things into perspective. I can't believe I can't pick up the phone and text him hello or get a good morning from him. I hoped one day, out of the blue, I would again. I love you Ed. I always have and always will. I know he's looking down at all of us and trying to keep us from thinking about his departure. The minute I found this, I got busy at work and I know it's Ed being Ed. My heart is with him as well as wit his friends and family, praying you all find peace and love.
Kimberly Renner
Apr 7th, 2014 10:15 am
#13
I will always remember Ed's smile. He was a good friend to everyone who knew him and he made a career out of helping others. He truly was a hero. My heart goes out to his Mom and son. He loved his family dearly and was so very proud of Ben. I find some peace knowing Ed is now with his Dad. Much love and light to all of his family and friends.
bob gage
Apr 7th, 2014 9:22 am
#12
to ben, to ED immediate family , SANDY Ed mom I am so sorry , there is no words to write, that hasn't been said already. I know Ed and I did not see eye to eye, I can say I am glad I had the time I spent with him running ems calls at hfd no.1, to ben I know you don't understand Why!!! to ems/ff and medic 102. I know when Ed was hired by mh he was extremely happy. I know ed made a lot difference to the patients that had the opportunity treat to do what he LOVED TO .i just want to say thank you ed for being there for your your mom when she needed you . also thank you for being there for your ff / ems family when we had a bad call and listen to us .
I also want to thank you did for your patients you took care sick injured .
I also want to thank you did for your patients you took care sick injured .
Miles Fishel
Apr 7th, 2014 9:16 am
#11
Prayers to the Ben and the family. So very saddened by the loss of such a wonderful kind and giving man. Ran many calls at Grantley with him. He was so proud of his \"knucklehead\" and will always be watching over you.
Donna Buckley
Apr 7th, 2014 8:21 am
#10
God has gained an incredible guy in heaven. We all will miss you here on earth but know you are in a better place. God bless Ben and your mom and help them to know you are in a better place and always with them in heart an spirit. We love you and miss you ed. Just another day of our Weis.
Pau Grubbs
Apr 6th, 2014 11:56 pm
#9
I value the time I got to spend with Ed while he worked Grantley Fire & EMS. He always told you what he thought, and then have a laugh with you about it. We'll miss you, Ed.
The loss of one of us diminishes us all.
The loss of one of us diminishes us all.
Frank A Splain Jr
Apr 6th, 2014 11:36 pm
#8
My Deepest Condolences To The Family.. I had the pleasure of working with Ed at Grantley Fire & EMS.. Ed was one of a kind and could always make you laugh
Even in bad times! Ed will be sadly missed as a friend and as a emergency services provider.
Even in bad times! Ed will be sadly missed as a friend and as a emergency services provider.
Linda Fair
Apr 6th, 2014 11:13 pm
#7
Deepest sympathy to Ed's family. He was a gentle giant always made everyone feel cared for. Always made sure I got a hug when he brought a patient to the hospital even if he had to look me up. Always had a kind word for everyone. Will truely be missed by many. We know God now has welcomed you with open arms. RIP. My friend. Peace to his entire family.
Chad Deardorff
Apr 6th, 2014 11:02 pm
#6
To the family, I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Ed for many years through working with him and he was always so much fun to be around. He had a passion to help people that was admiral.
Ben, I know how proud your dad was of you. He talked about his "knucklehead" any chance he got. Know that he is watching over you every second of every day.
Many prayers to all of you. RIP my friend.
Ben, I know how proud your dad was of you. He talked about his "knucklehead" any chance he got. Know that he is watching over you every second of every day.
Many prayers to all of you. RIP my friend.
Wanda Baublitz
Apr 6th, 2014 10:45 pm
#5
My deepest heart felt sympathy to Ed's Mom, his son, Ben and the rest of his family. Ed was a partner of mine with Eureka EMS. He was a loving and kind man, always treating patients as if they were his own family. He always had a hug for me when we ran into each other. He talked often of his Mom and was so proud of Ben. I remember daily conversations he held with them on his cell phone while we were at the station waiting on calls. He always ended them by saying, "I love you".... May he rest in peace in God's loving arms.
Harriet Riley
Apr 6th, 2014 10:31 pm
#4
Our deepest sympathy to Mrs. Sneeringer, Ben and other family, friends and the Alpha Fire Company. May God help you through the days ahead and comfort you in sorrow times and fill your hearts with fond memories. The compassionate stories of how Ed cared for EMS patients will remain instilled in many for years to come. Our prayers are with our brothers Ed and his families. Arendtsville Community Fire Department
Michelle & Jamie Cramer
Apr 6th, 2014 9:32 pm
#3
Sandy and Ben and the rest of Ed\'s extended family,
Thinking of you during this difficult time. We have felt blessed to call him our friend, and a very good friend at that for the last 6+ years. It seemed the longer we knew him, the closer we got to him. We will always cherish the fun times with him at Pleasant Hill and him helping us for so many years in the 13-Jar stand at carnival each year...Then there were the fire co. member picnics and get-togethers.....The poker playing of the guys....The coming to visit us while we were camping in Gettysburg (one of his beloved places) and sitting around the campfire with us telling stories of ALL kinds!....Meeting up for dinner, specially wing nights, or maybe just a drink or two. Then there was the fun times at the beach the last two summers that we ended up going the same weeks! And on, and on, and so on! Could write tons more, but just know he was like a relative to us, or as the guys said to each other....Brothers from different mothers! Love and prayers to all. May the many, many memories of Ed fill your hearts when you get down. I know that is what Jamie and I plan to do. We may have lost our brother, but hope we can stay part of Ed\'s extended family to love and support you all!
Thinking of you during this difficult time. We have felt blessed to call him our friend, and a very good friend at that for the last 6+ years. It seemed the longer we knew him, the closer we got to him. We will always cherish the fun times with him at Pleasant Hill and him helping us for so many years in the 13-Jar stand at carnival each year...Then there were the fire co. member picnics and get-togethers.....The poker playing of the guys....The coming to visit us while we were camping in Gettysburg (one of his beloved places) and sitting around the campfire with us telling stories of ALL kinds!....Meeting up for dinner, specially wing nights, or maybe just a drink or two. Then there was the fun times at the beach the last two summers that we ended up going the same weeks! And on, and on, and so on! Could write tons more, but just know he was like a relative to us, or as the guys said to each other....Brothers from different mothers! Love and prayers to all. May the many, many memories of Ed fill your hearts when you get down. I know that is what Jamie and I plan to do. We may have lost our brother, but hope we can stay part of Ed\'s extended family to love and support you all!
Bucky Hood
Apr 6th, 2014 8:49 pm
#2
My thoughts are with the family. Sandy I am so sorry.
Janet E. McMaster
Apr 6th, 2014 7:10 pm
#1
I have no words but know that you are resting in peace. Ben will be o.k.
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