Col. Ludwig "Lou" Faistenhammer Jr.

June 2, 1924 - June 12, 2025 (101 years old)

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Col. Ludwig "Lou" Faistenhammer Jr.

June 2, 1924 - June 12, 2025 (101 years old)

Red Lion, Pennsylvania

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Ludwig Faistenhammer Jr. Obituary

The passing of Ludwig Faistenhammer Jr. (Red Lion, Pennsylvania) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on June 12, 2025 at the age of 101. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his spouse Damenica M. "Mamie" Faistenhammer (Barbaro); his parents, Ludwig Faistenhammer, Sr. and Mary Faistenhammer Karban (Kurz); his son Col William L. Faistenhammer; and his brother Joseph Karban.

He is survived by: his daughters, Josephine "Joie" Shue (James) of York and Mari Akers (Stanley) of Evergreen, CO; his grandchildren, Matthew Shue (Amy), Christine McManamon (Christopher), Bradley Akers (Kristen), Emily (Akers), Riney (Shaun) and William Faistenhammer; his stepgranddaughter Mattie Gilday; his great grandchildren, Patrick McManamon, Sarah McManamon, TJ Shue, Callie Shue, Rosie Riney and Cora Faistenhammer; and his daughter-in-law Linda Faistenhammer.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

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June 20, 2025

Frank Lansner wrote a sympathy message

“Lou was the first "larger than life" character I ever encountered - and he never shrank an inch in my eyes. Leader of men in battle and leader of pool water aerobics. Not many could make that claim. I miss him. RIP Lou.”

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June 20

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Olewiler and Heffner Funeral Chapel & Crematory, Inc.
35 Gotham Pl, Red Lion, PA 17356

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June 21

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St. Joseph Catholic Church
2935 Kingston Rd, East York, PA 17402

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June 21

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St. Joseph Catholic Church
2935 Kingston Rd, East York, PA 17402

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