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Thaddeus Leigh Eshleman, 24
June 26, 2019
Tad died unexpectedly on Wednesday, June, 26th, 2019 at his residence in Millersville, PA at the age of 24. He attended Penn Manor and Lancaster Mennonite High Schools while receiving his diploma from Mason Dixon Home Schoolers Association. He was barefoot, free and spiritual by nature. He loved adventure, travel and the outdoors. He was a Cub Scout, Webelos, and Boy Scout having earned the Rank of Eagle and Order of the Arrow.
Tad was always curious, learning by doing rather than traditional education and prided himself in being a bit of an entrepreneur. He was a certified inspection mechanic, skilled welder and certified mixologist, frequently working, independently applying his skills creatively to a project or job of his choosing. Tad was caring, kind and keenly sensitive to the needs of others. He loved hanging out with family, the beach, concerts, his dog Sammie, picking at his guitar and just staying “home”. He loved Colorado and hoped to return to live there again at some point in the future. His quick sense of humor, creativeness, catchy clichés, smiles, kindness and generosity are already missed.
He is survived by his parents Eric H. and Charlene K. Eshleman, his brother Gabriel James Eshleman and sister Ali K. Wimer along with many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Friends and family are invited to attend a Memorial Service on Sunday, July 14, 2019 at 3:00PM at the Charles F. Snyder, Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory 3110 Lititz Pike Lititz, PA. The family will receive friends from 1PM-3PM. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to be made in the memory of Tad to the Lancaster Mennonite High School 2176 Lincoln Hwy E, Lancaster, PA 17602 and in memory of Tad’s gentle spirit ….. do something kind for someone every day.
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Condolences to the Family
July 26, 2019
I’m lost for words to somehow comfort you in the loss of your beloved Tad! There are not enough words to express my pain for your pain. I’m so very very saddened for you. You & your beloved Tad will remain in my prayers. May he be at Peace & am certain many passed Angels were there to Welcome him HOME in Heaven. God Bless you as you move forward knowing your son is In God’s Hands Forever Now. In deepest Sympathy & Love, Susannah
July 14, 2019
Dear Eric and Charlene and Family,
I am so very very sorry for your loss of your beautiful son and brother. I hope you find strength and some comfort in the coming difficult days. Sincerely, Becky Lattanzio
July 13, 2019
Dear Eric and Char,
I don’t have the words to express my sympathy. I know you provided your son with the best life he could possibly have and tons of love and support. He will always be here as a part of you. My thoughts are with you.
Ashley
July 11, 2019
To Tad’s family, Eric, Charlene, Ali and Gabriel, loved ones and friends, please accept my sincere condolences. He was a courteous young man and it was always a pleasure talking and joking around about things. Heaven just gained another Angel!
Candido Crespo Jr.
July 08, 2019
In this time of Deep sorrow, there are no words! May love surround you!
alta Landis
Alta Landis
July 03, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Chris Wise
July 03, 2019
Tad, I am devastated. Why did you ask God to take you back so soon? If I were able to, I would have gone to see you and tried to give you strength and hope, like what you gave to me when life was tough for me.
Tad, do you remember? Many Americans made fun of me and gave me a hard time for being Asian. Even some of my teachers were racist against me and other Asian students. However, you were never like that. You were a role model to everyone by showing how we should treat each other as friends, as brothers and sisters, no matter the color of your skin or the country you are from.
You really cared for me. All this time I really wanted to meet you, and I am so sad and disappointed to have lost you.
Tad, no matter what anyone says , you are my best friends and always encouraged and supported me. I will never forget the brotherly love that you gave to me and all the other international students.
Rest in peace, Tad.
July 02, 2019
Dear Eric and Char,
I am so shaken by your loss. Although I only met Tad on a couple of occasions, I was really fond of him. He made an impression exactly as you describe him – a free and gentle spirit. My heart breaks for you as you morn this terrible loss. You will continue to be in my prayers, and may you experience the comfort and love of your friends and family.
Donna
July 02, 2019
I am so saddened to hear of this great loss in your life. Know that you and your family are supported in my thoughts and prayers. Words are inadequate to express my deepest sympathies.
Marge Wolfe
July 02, 2019
Erick & Charlene,
So sorry for your loss.
My God give you the strength and courage through this time and always. Know he is in the arms of the angels.
Love
Brenda
July 02, 2019
Dear Eric and Char, we are truly sorry for your loss, Tad was a very nice young man, I had thepleasure of speaking with him on a few occasions. My heart is heavy for you all, please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are praying for you all! God BLess You ALL.
Take care,
David and Jurema Morales
July 01, 2019
My deepest sympathy is with you at this time of your loss. My heart aches for you.
Vivian K, Spiese
July 01, 2019
Eric, Charlene and Family, my deepest condolences for your loss. Praying for peace and comfort for you all.
Becky Mohr
July 01, 2019
I was so sorry to hear about the loss of Tad. Please let me know if I can do anything to help in this difficult time.
Mary Davis, MD
July 01, 2019
Dear Eric, Char and Family: I know there are no words to make this day better. Please know that our thoughts, hugs and prayers are with you in these, the worst days of your life. Please accept our sincerest sympathies on your great loss. Love and best wishes,
Ed and Sharon Quinn
June 30, 2019
Dear Erik, Char and family.
Our hearts go to you Eric, Charlene and your family in your hours of pain and inconsolable sadness. To think that such a handsome vibrant young man, had unexpectedly passed away is absolutely incomprehensible.
Receiving this news was a shock and a painful realization that life doesn’t really belong to us. To explain that a young man, leaves this earth and it is his parent’s job to see him go, it is exactly contradictory to the way is supposed to happen in life.To bury a son is such a wretched and profound pain that only God knows how would it be resolved. Our heart and soul is absolutely enveloped in your pain and we wish to be there for you in those irreconcilable moments of pain and sorrow. You are extraordinary people who absolutely do not deserve this unexpected pain and loss of Thad’s passing, RIP.
From Silvia, Tim & Alex McGlinchey
June 30, 2019
Eric and Charlene, I am so very sorry. I know the pain that you are feeling. I am here for you if I can help in any way. Your son was a special young man.
Karen Ramsay
June 30, 2019
There are no words… we are sending love and light to help you through the days ahead. May happy memories help you as you face each day . Beth and Dave Schreder
June 30, 2019
I loved being around Tad in Boy Scouts. He made things much more interesting and he was a funny guy. I’m so sorry the family has to go through this loss, but know that he left a mark on this world and the people around him.
Sincerely, Jesse Griffith
June 30, 2019
He was a very kinda spirited guy. He always knew how to lighten the mood and see the bigger picture. I am sorry for your loss ♡
Solstice
June 30, 2019
I’m so very sorry for the family & friends. My deepest condolences. Tads spirit will live on forever.
Alexandra Caitlyn
June 30, 2019
A beautiful tribute that captures the essence of Tad’s personality. We are so sorry and shall forever hold him in our hearts. With much love, Aunt Peggy and Uncle John.
June 30, 2019
Kind young man, friend and one of the most joyful persons to be around. I will miss you brother.
Ralph Rossi
June 30, 2019
I am so very sorry for you loss. Tad will never leave you. He will always be in your heart.
Diana Fullem
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