William Goetz III

William B. Goetz III, 75, of Lemoyne, PA, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, August 26, 2018. He was born August 3,1943 in Mechanicsburg, PA to the late William B. and Romayne Rohland Goetz II.

Bill was a graduate of Cumberland Valley High School and attended Messiah College. He and his wife, Linda owned and operated the “New Englander,” a lady’s apparel shop in Lemoyne since 1968. Bill loved flying and did his solo flight on his 16th birthday, enjoying a life time of weekend excursions.  A lover of history and a great historian,he was a frequent guest speaker at the Peace Church, where he related stories and facts of local interest. Bill also enjoyed “tinkering” in antiques, accumulating a fine collection. In addition, one of his recreational activities included loving his most beloved dachshund and following her fascinating antics.

Surviving are his wife of 49 years, Linda; daughter, Jennifer (Derek) Retallack of Camp Hill, his sister; Sandra (Jack) Curlee of Lisburn; and four grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, September 8, 2018 at 11:00AM in the Silver Spring Presbyterian Church, 444 Silver Spring Rd., Mechanicsburg, PA 17050. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Memorial contributions may be made to his church or the American Cancer Society, PO Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123. Online condolences may be made to www.hollingerfuneralhome.com. The Hollinger Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., Mt. Holly Springs, PA 17065 is honored to serve the Goetz family.