Ernest L. Meckley

WEST YORK – Ernest L. Meckley, 92, passed away Monday, December 24, 2012 at Manor Care North. He was the loving husband of the late Mabel L. (Sechrist) Meckley who passed away in 1988. A graveside service will be held at 2:30 PM Friday, December 28, 2012 at Susquehanna Memorial Gardens, 250 Chestnut Hill Rd., York with The Rev. Dr. Janyce C. Jorgensen officiating. A flag folding detail will be provided by York County Veterans Honor Guard. Friends and family will meet at 2:15 PM at the entrance of the cemetery. Heffner Funeral Chapel & Crematory, Inc., 1551 Kenneth Road, York is in charge of arrangements. Born February 23, 1920 in Spring Grove, a son of the late Raymond C. and Hallie (Stauffer) Meckley, he retired as Mill Superintendent from Certain Teed Corp. after more than 40 years of service. He was a lifelong member of St. James Lutheran Church and a life member of American Legion Post 0945. He proudly served in the US Army during WWII. Ernest is survived by daughter, Andrea L. Miller and husband Robert of York; two grandchildren, Darin L. Miller and Wendy L. Lehr both of York; two great grandchildren; three great great grandchildren; and three sisters, Helena Weitkamp, Geraldine Heininger, and Ruth Wallick all of York. He was preceded in death by two brothers and a sister. Memorial contributions may be made to St. James Lutheran Church, 25 N. Adams St., York, PA 17404 or to any organization of your choice.