John S. Kunzler

John S. Kunzler, 56, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 26, 2018 at home surrounded by family following a brief illness. He was born in Lancaster on October 20, 1961. He was the son of the late Chris Kunzler and Joan S. Kunzler. John graduated from Lampeter-Strasburg High School. His career at Kunzler and Co. Inc. began with an entry level position and ended as the Executive Vice President of Operations. John’s leadership, friendship and wisdom will be missed by his peers. John was an avid hunter and fisherman whose boat, Chasin Tails, was docked at Sunset Marina in West Ocean City, Maryland and has been seen as far south as Cuba. He won many tournaments throughout his career as a fisherman. And, as John would tell you, "There was no such thing as a bad day fishing." John is survived by his loving wife, Trina, brother, Chris and his wife, Kim of Baltimore, Maryland. Additionally, he is survived by two daughters: Krystle of Lancaster and Karli of Virginia, step sons: Nick and his future wife, Erin of Lititz, Lance and his wife, Liz of Virginia and Jagur, at home as well as three grandchildren: Gage, Lucas and Gracie. He is also survived by his canine companion of 10 years, Ruger. In the past 16 years Trina and John made joyous memories with their children, grandchildren and in their Florida home. Friends and relatives are invited to attend a viewing for John at The Groffs Family Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc., 528 W. Orange Street (corner of W. Orange & Pine Sts.) Lancaster, PA 17603 on Monday evening from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. A celebration of John’s life will be held on Tuesday, July 31, 2018 at The Groffs at 3:00 p.m. with a visitation from 2:00 p.m. until the time of service. In appreciation of John’s style, please feel free to dress casually. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in John’s name may be made to the National Rifle Association, 11250 Waples Mill Road, Fairfax, VA 22030, The Ocean City Marlin Club, 9659 Golf Course Road, Ocean City, MD 21842 or the Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Institute, 2102 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601.