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Harold C. "Bud" Lanzel | 90
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Harold C. “Bud” Lanzel, 90, a resident of Pinecrest Manor and formerly of 154 Wilson Road, St. Marys, passed away Thursday, February 15, 2024, after a lengthy illness with his family by his side.
He was born September 27, 1933, in St. Marys, a son of the late Jerome E. and Lavina T. Ehrensberger Lanzel.
Bud was a lifelong resident of the area and was a graduate of Central Catholic High School, Class of 1951. He was a retired past president of SMC Powder Metallurgy.
On June 23, 1956, in the St. Mary’s Catholic Church, he married the late Mary Ann Sporner, who preceded him in death on April 6, 2023.
He is survived by a son, Stephen J. Lanzel and his wife Carol of St. Marys; and two daughters: Susan M. Lanzel of Erie, PA, and Cynthia R. Pasi and her husband Alan, of St. Marys.
Also surviving are five grandchildren: Eric Lanzel (Molly), Amy Schutz (Bob), Victoria Sandstrom, Matthew Sandstrom, and Tanner Pasi: five great-grandchildren: Ashlynn, Brynlee, and Nora Schutz, and Johnny and Max Lanzel.
In addition to his parents, Bud was preceded in death by his sister, Elizabeth “Betty” Cotter in 2007, and his brother, Jerome “Jerry” Lanzel Jr., in 2018.
Bud was a member of the St. Marys Catholic Church where he served as Eucharistic Minister, Cursillo, and a life member of the Knights of Columbus. In 1994 he was designated “Knight of St. Gregory the Great” by Pope John Paul II.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in the St. Mary’s Catholic Church on Monday, February 19, 2024, at 10:00 AM, with the Rev. Thomas Curry, OSB, officiating. Burial will follow in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.
Visitation will be at the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Sunday, February 18, 2024, from 5:00 until 7:00 PM and on Monday morning, from 9:00 until 9:30 AM.
Memorials if desired can be made to the St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 325 Church Street, St. Marys, PA 15857 or Elk County Catholic School System, Advancement Office, 600 Maurus Street, St. Marys, PA 15857.
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So very sorry about your loss. Bud was my mentor for many years. So many good memories and I am so sad to hear of his passing. Went to many Cursillo meetings with him and he definitely has his place in heaven. My deepest sympathies to his family. You all are in my prayers.
Rest in Peace 🕊️ Bud
To the entire Lanzel family, you all have my deepest condolences. We at Pinecrest thought the world of both of your parents and now we will miss both of them and reminisce about them often. You were such a loving family and were not only amazing for your parents but for the staff of PCM as well. You were all so supportive of us, especially during those dark days of the Pandemic. We will never forget your kindnesses. Again, please accept my sympathy.
Sincerely,
Teresa Pontzer, RN
The family of Bud Lanzel,
So sorry for your loss. May he now rest in peace.
You have our deepest sympathy,
Dave & Kay Gnan
We have fond memories (some quite comical) of skiing with Bud and Andy Kaul in the early days of our skiing in Utah. A group from St. Marys would stay at Little America in Salt Lake City, and from there, we’d work our way to skiing the best ski areas that Utah had to offer. Much has changed since then, but we are so grateful to Bud and Andy for introducing us to a place where we come annually. Thanks for all the wonderful memories, Bud!
Steve and Carol, Sorry to hear about Bud’s passing. I have so many memories of him when we were in High School hanging out at your house. What a great guy, he always had something funny to say. How lucky you are to have had him with you for so long. Sending our love and best wishes. David and Paul
I am so very sorry for the passing of “Bud”.
He was one of the kindest men I have ever had the opportunity to work for. He was a warm and honest mentor to me and I will always remember him. Fly high Bud. I know you will be with the Lord.
Ginny Schneider
So sorry for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Bud was a great man and will truly be missed.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Dean, Mary, & Ryan Hanes
Sorry for your loss Steve.
Didn’t know “Bud” and “Mary Ann” well but always thought they were such a wonderful couple. So sorry for your loss. Kathie Auman Muth
Steve and Carol. I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your Father/ Father-in- Law. He was a great asset to our community. I only had the opportunity to speak with him a few times and he was always very kind and gracious. You are in my thoughts and prayers. My condolences to your family
So very sorry for your loss. Thank God for all your fond memories!