David Peary Lindquist
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David Peary Lindquist, of Lancaster, born September 14, 1943, died Sunday, April 12, 2015 at the age of 71.
Peary was husband to Adrian Axtell Lindquist; father to David Peary Lindquist II, Jeffrey Vaughn Lindquist, and Rebecca Louise Lindquist Slaybaugh; father-in-law to Neelam Lindquist, Marvin Rodriguez, and Josh Slaybaugh; grandfather to Jemma Lindquist, Jude Slaybaugh, Max Slaybaugh and Gracie Lindquist; and brother to Eric A. Lindquist, Earnest W. Lindquist and Martha L. Burke.
He grew up in Atglen, PA where he graduated from the Octorara School District, spent 4 years in the Air Force during the Vietnam War and then finished his studies at West Chester University. He returned to his home school district of Octorara where he taught for 30 years.
His passion for music showed in his love of the tuba, as organist at several churches, including many years at his home church of Penningtonville Presbyterian, and as a member of the Rotary Club where he played piano faithfully for many years. He was a born teacher, touching the lives of many children, and children's children, where he encouraged everyone to "exercise their intellectual curiosity."
Peary believed in the magic of Santa Claus and his impressive collection was featured in several newspaper stories and historic town tours. He will be affectionately known as the Santa Guy to many people. He was the epitome of a gentleman and a proud 50 year member of Penningtonville Presbyterian Church in Atglen, PA and associate member of First Presbyterian Church in Lancaster, PA.
The Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 25th at 2 PM at First Presbyterian Church, 140 E Orange St, Lancaster, PA 17602 with visitation from 1 until 2 PM.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Hospice and Community Care of Lancaster and the Organ Fund at Penningtonville Presbyterian Church, Atglen, PA.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Wilde Funeral Home of Parkesburg. Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com
Condolences
Sincerest sympathies
Dave I'm so sorry for the loss of your father. I'll be praying for you and your family.
God bless,
Debbie
Condolences
Dear beloved Lindquists:
Peary has been an angel and is now watching over us. While he will be missed, his memory will warm the hearts and spirits of all who knew him.
May he rest in peace!
Anca and Mike
Adrian
Adrian
We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our prayers.
Dwight/Mary Weaver
Peary Lindquist
Adrian and children, we are so sorry to hear of Peary's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Jim and Kathy Geesey
Our Deepest Sympathy
Dear Adrian and Family,
Our deepest regret for the loss of Perry. He will be surly missed by all the lives he has touched. We wish you peace and comfort during this very hard time.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sincerely, Dottie Begley and Dottie (Begley) Semeneck
former colleague
I am saddened to hear of Peary's passing. He was a good mentor to me in my early years of teaching. There are many fine memories of those times.
I send my sympathy and condolences to the family. Peter DiMaio
Our heartfelt condolences
Our hearts and prayers are with you during this sorrowful time. May the light of happy memories soon outshine the sadness of today.
Dear Adrian,
Dear Adrian,
My thoughts are with you and your family in your loss. I’ll always remember how my father’s face lit up near the end of his own life when Peary showed up to say goodbye. It was a sign of how much you and Peary meant to my parents and how fortunate they were to have you as neighbors. Wishing you comfort and strength in the days to come, Donna Ornston
I had Mr. Lindquist as a
I had Mr. Lindquist as a teacher in one of my clubs. He was a very kind man. Im glad to see that he was a man of faith. God bless the family. He will be missed.
My favorite memory of Peary was his accompanying the chorus. It was an honor to teach alongside him. My deepest heartfelt sympathy to all of you.
Wanda King Lapp
Adrian:
Adrian:
We will fondly remember Peary & Max strolling the cul de sac making sure all was fine in the neighborhood...
And Peary's sincere "Hello neighbor" greeting was always welcomed and appreciated.
J&M
Husband, Father, Teacher, Friend
Dear Adrian, David, Becky, and Jeff,
I wish I could find the right words to say right now. Your husband and father filled the world with music, offered himself to so many, and loved you unconditionally. I am gratefull for the time I got to spend with Him. I am so thankfull that he has been a part of my life. And I hope that your memories of him will carry through this difficult time.
With all of my love,
Shawna