Benjamin A. Haverstick

Benjamin A. Haverstick, 47, INTJ, formerly of Lancaster, PA, passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2025. Born in Lancaster, PA, he was the son of Tony Haverstick and the late Judy Naylor Haverstick. Ben was a graduate of Lancaster Country Day School, where he was the recipient of the Headmaster’s Award. A recognition of which he was always very proud. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Philosophy from Wesleyan University through the selective and rigorous College of Letters. After teaching himself German, he continued his studies of philosophy abroad at the University of Salzburg in Germany. He completed law school at New York University, where he received his Juris Doctor. After law school, Ben practiced corporate law, mainly in the area of mergers and acquisitions, with several prominent law firms in New York City before returning to live and work in his beloved home, Lancaster. The best descriptor of Ben was unverbesserlich (GER), meaning incorrigible and unchanging. He was true to himself always, having a strong will to power, and following his own compass. Ben valued honesty, humility, and authenticity above all, in himself, people, and life. He stayed true to those values despite the influences of the world that would have him be otherwise. Ben was an avid reader, writer, and forever student of philosophy. He studied the works of one of his favorites, Friedrich Nietzsche in great depth and found a special connection to his ideas. In addition to his own studies, Ben loved to teach and mentor others. He was excited to share his insights and theories with anyone who would listen. He pushed the limits in conversation to mine the information that revealed more. Ben was a Mastermind, an INTJ, of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI). One of his most favorite theories in application, this was so critical and functional to him in understanding others and being understood. True to his type, he was rational, efficient, complex, intentional, curious, and open to experience. His sharp intuition allowed him to see around corners and see right to the core of people. His life was built on expertly planned systems, and he judged from every angle in his calculations. Ben said what he meant and did what he said he was going to do. He was rare and just so very special. Ben realized the value of time. He spent it mindfully. Rollerblading, reading, writing, sitting in the sun, going to the beach, and swimming in the ocean were some of his favorite ways to spend time in life. Above all, Ben treasured the time he shared with his mindmate and forever partner, Meredith, and their dogs, Remi, Ozzie, Nico, and Cosmo. Ben is survived by his partner, Meredith Stabley, INTJ; his father, Tony Haverstick; his sister, Anna Miller; his uncles, Scott Haverstick and Frederick Naylor; and his aunt, Mary Haverstick. A Memorial Service will be held at Lancaster Friends Quaker Meeting, 110 Tulane Terrace, Lancaster, PA 17603, on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Friends are welcome to greet the family one hour prior to the service. Ben wanted to be understood, included, and accepted in the world. Instead of donations or flowers, include someone, understand someone, appreciate someone for who they are. Examine your life, get off your devices, and resist the forces that are using you and wasting your time. Spend your time and attention on something that matters.