Stephen J. Brenneman

Dover—Stephen J. Brenneman, 66, passed away Thursday, February 23, 2017 in Tampa, FL. He was the husband of Ethel M. (Noaker) Brennemen to whom he was married for 27 years. A Celebration of Life Service will be 2PM, Monday, March 13, 2017 at Dover United Church of Christ, 45 W. Canal St., Dover with his pastor, the Rev. Eva O’Diam officiating. A visitation will be held from 1-2PM, Monday at the church. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Heffner Funeral Chapel & Crematory, Inc., 1551 Kenneth Rd, York is in charge of arrangements. Born May 11, 1950 in Dover, he was a son of James E. and Nancy C. (Witman) Brenneman of York. After a 32 year career with Caterpillar where he was employed as a material handler, he went on to work for Manor Care Health Service-North as a CNA for 7 years and most recently he was employed for 10 years as service representative with Continental Health Equipment. An avid New York Yankees fan, he was also a member of the United Auto Works Union—Local 786 and Dover United Church of Christ. He enjoyed playing his guitar, reading books and taking motorcycle trips with his wife. He loved taking care of his family and when his children were young, he was always involved in their activities. Mr. Brenneman is also survived by two daughters, Amy M. Reid and husband, Ethan of FL and Julie A. Brenneman of Maryland; four grandchildren, Jordan, Eric and Maya Reid and Brandon Cave; two step-daughters, Loretta Hall and husband, Dennis and Laura Graves and husband, Jeff; one step-son, Edward Williams and wife, Rose; numerous step-grandchildren; two sisters, Debra Miller and husband, Barry and Lisa Heilman and husband, Mike; his special companion/dog, Buddy and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two step-daughters, Kathleen Burnham and Bonnie Rudo