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Arthur Lee Hirt

  • April 7, 1931 - January 1, 2012
  • Waynesboro, Pennsylvania
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“Suellyn I remember all the good times with you and your family. You father was a great person who always had a friendly smile on his face. Our...Read More » ”
1 of 22 | Posted by: Vicki Ellen Sprenkle Wile - PA

“We are both very sorry for you loss. Hang in there. ”
2 of 22 | Posted by: Barb & Mark Henicle - Waynesboro, PA

“We are both very sorry for you loss. Hang in there. ”
3 of 22 | Posted by: Barb & Mark Henicle - Waynesboro, PA

“Suellyn and family - We are so sorry to hear of your family's loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. ”
4 of 22 | Posted by: Terry and Teri Rihel - Waynesboro, PA

“Cynthia, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. My favorite memory of him was the Montgomery Ward Store. Hold the memories close. Peace...Read More » ”
5 of 22 | Posted by: Jackie Holscher - Waynesboro, PA

“Suellyn, My deepest sympathy on the death of your Father. You are in my thoughts and prayers. ”
6 of 22 | Posted by: Marcy (Musey) Catalino - Smyrna, DE

“Dear Sue and family, We are so saddened by Art's passing. Know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort and strength in...Read More » ”
7 of 22 | Posted by: Glenn and Sue Crossley - Redmond, WA

“To Suellyn and Families...Sorry to read of the loss to your father. He was one of my favorite customers, always friendly and happy. My sincere...Read More » ”
8 of 22 | Posted by: chris guyer - Waynesboro, PA

“Dear Elle, Your love legacy with your husband was shared with us at the wedding of your granddaughter, Jamie--- we have a great memory of you and...Read More » ”
9 of 22 | Posted by: Mary-Eileen Hahn - Mt. Airy, MD

“Sending my heartfelt sympathy, Ele, to you and your family. Will be keeping you all in my prayers for God's comforting arms to wrapped around you in...Read More » ”
10 of 22 | Posted by: Ellen Avey - PA

“Mr. Hirt was a good boss and a wise mentor to me in the late 60's. He became a dear friend. I will miss talking to him, but take heart that he is at...Read More » ”
11 of 22 | Posted by: Ted Youmans - Joppa, MD

“Sorry to hear about your loss. It is hard to let him go but I know he has suffered a lot. It will be very difficult in the coming days and weeks but...Read More » ”
12 of 22 | Posted by: Gilbert Wiseman - Plainfield, IN

“Suellyn and Family, I was sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. ”
13 of 22 | Posted by: Mark Bollinger - Rock Hill, SC

“Dearest Barb, Tom and Family, We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. ”
14 of 22 | Posted by: Mark & Donna Mead - Myersville, MD

“Dear Elle and Family, We were saddened to hear of Art's passing and send our deepest condolences. He fought the "good fight"..always had a smile...Read More » ”
15 of 22 | Posted by: Bill and Nancy Kercheval - MD

“Barb and family-- So sorry for your loss, we know he will be greatly missed. We really enjoyed spending time with Mr. Art during get togethers at...Read More » ”
16 of 22 | Posted by: Duane and Ann Kruhm - Thurmont, MD

“Suellyn, We are sorry to read of your father's death. Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers! ”
17 of 22 | Posted by: John & Debbie (Wolff) Beck - PA

“Suellyn, My thoughts and prayers to you and your family at the passing of your father. May yor fond memories help ease the pain at this difficult...Read More » ”
18 of 22 | Posted by: Debbie (Martin) Orris - PA

“I am sorry to here about your dad Sue i know what your going through my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. ”
19 of 22 | Posted by: Harold W. HOCKENBERRY JR. - PA

“We are so sad for you at Art's passing. He was such a wonderful human being, a fantastic husband and dad and best of all he was the best Grampy...Read More » ”
20 of 22 | Posted by: Mike, Kris, Andy & Sarah Fulton - IN

“So sorry to hear that your dad has passed away. You are in my thoughts and prayers. ”
21 of 22 | Posted by: Kathy DeBona - Allentown, PA

“Suellyn...I was sorry to hear of your father's death. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers! ”
22 of 22 | Posted by: Marcy Miller Rost - Waynesboro, PA


Mr. Arthur Lee "Art" Hirt, 80, of 120 Coquina Sands Drive, Waynesboro, PA died Sunday, January 1, 2012 in Meritus Medical Center, Hagerstown. His passing was the result of a lengthy illness. Born April 7, 1931 in Watertown, SD, he was the son of the late Julius A. and Jessica A. (Boyle) Hirt. He spent his early life in Watertown, Minneapolis, MN and Scranton, PA. Mr. Hirt graduated with the 1952 class of Valley Forge Military Academy and Jr. College and in 1954 graduated from Gettysburg College with a Bachelor of Arts degree. He and his wife, Eleanor M. (Gowe) Hirt, were married on February 10, 1951 in Scranton. They lived in Waynesboro since 1963 Mr. Hirt served in the U.S. Army Quartermaster Corp. He was the owner and operator of catalog stores for Sears-Roebuck Co., Baltimore, MD and Montgomery Wards, Waynesboro from 1965 to 1985. He was then employed by the Public Opinion Newspaper, Chambersburg, in their advertising department from 1986 to 1993. Mr. Hirt was a member of Christ United Methodist Church, Waynesboro, where he served as a member, president and vice-president of Methodist Men. He was also a member of Exchange Club, Westminster, MD, Waynesboro Community Concert Association, Thurmont Dance Club, Gettysburg Cotillion, Joe Stickell American Legion Post 15, Waynesboro, Eagles Club, Inc., Waynesboro, B.P.O. Elks Lodge 731, Waynesboro, Loyal Order of Moose Lodge 842, Chambersburg, was a charter member of Pen Mar Dance Club and volunteered for Hospice of Franklin County. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son: Jeffrey A. Hirt and his wife Barbara of Houston, TX; three daughters: Suellyn L. Crossley and her husband Gary of Orlando, FL, Cynthia L. Wiseman and her husband Faron of Canton, GA, Barbara A. Scott and her husband Tom of Walkersville, MD, seven grandchildren: Justin Wiens, Jamie Stup, Jenni Hirt, Tyler Crossley, Allison Scott, Evalina Wiseman, Ian Wiseman; a great granddaughter, Eva Wiens; and a sister-in-law, Martha Hirt of Townsend, DE. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother, Lewis S. Hirt. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 A.M., Friday, January 6, 2012 in Christ United Methodist Church, 100 S. Church Street, Waynesboro, with Pastor David Deatrich officiating. Burial will be held at the convenience of the family. The family will receive friends from 4:00 to 6:00 P.M., Thursday in Grove-Bowersox Funeral Home, 50 S. Broad Street, Waynesboro. In lieu of flowers the family would prefer memorial contributions be made in his name to Christ United Methodist Church, 100 S. Church Street, Waynesboro, PA 17268 or Alexander Hamilton Memorial Free Library, 45 E. Main Street, Waynesboro, PA 17268. Online condolence may be made at www.bowersoxfuneralhomes.com