Rufus B. Ginder

Rufus B. Ginder, 88, of Manheim, died peacefully on Thursday, January 24, 2019 at the Pleasant View Retirement Community, Manheim. Born in Manheim, he was the son of the late Benjamin S. and Stella Brandt Ginder. He was the loving husband of the late Anna Murry Ginder who died in October of 2018. At the young age of 15 Rufus began working at the farm of Paul Balmer in Lititz where he learned the love of working the earth, and many of life’s lessons on the farm. Rufus then was employed for over 36 years as a truck driver for Roy Steffy of Kissel Hill. He was an active and faithful member of Ruhl’s United Methodist Church, Manheim. In his younger days Rufus enjoyed hunting. Rufus especially treasured going to the mountains in Potter County, and taking long motorcycle rides with his wife. He loved vegetable gardening and wasn’t afraid to try growing a variety of vegetables, fruits, and even peanuts. Throughout the years, Rufus had a deep love and passion for his family.

Surviving are three sons: Carl L. husband of Patricia Ginder of Manheim, Jay husband of Phyllis Ginder of Charlotte, N.C., Denis Ginder of Mount Joy, 10 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren, and a brother, Lloyd Ginder of Manheim. Preceding him in death is a son, Mark L. Ginder, a sister, Verna Faus, two half-sisters and a half-brother.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Rufus’ funeral service at Ruhl’s United Methodist Church, 4810 Elizabethtown Road, Manheim, on Tuesday, January 29, 2019 at 11:00 AM. There will be a viewing at the church on Tuesday morning from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM. Those desiring may send contributions in Rufus’ memory to Ruhl’s United Methodist Church, 4810 Elizabethtown Road, Manheim, PA 17545.