Robert Frank Mowrer

Robert “Bob” Frank Mowrer, 83, of Mount Joy, passed away at Moravian Manor on Thursday, March 6, 2025, after a short but courageous battle with ALS. Born in Quarryville, PA, he was the son of the late Sarah E. (Irwin) Mowrer and Norman D. Mowrer. Bob was a proud graduate and class leader of the Solanco High School class of 1959. He graduated from Millersville University in 1963 and received his Master’s degree in Education from Temple University. He spent many memorable years as a playground supervisor for the Lancaster Recreation Commission. Bob was a passionate and well-loved teacher of Social Studies for 35 years at Wheatland Junior High School (formerly Lancaster Township) in the School District of Lancaster. He was also a respected and successful basketball coach for both boys and girls during his time at Wheatland. His legacy was evident by the outpouring of love from former students and players who communicated and visited him in his last months. Bob was a kind, generous, and caring soul. In addition to his love for his family, cultivating relationships with friends was a large part of his life, whether travelling with them, having breakfast, making phone calls, or emailing. He was a faithful friend and cherished the love and support he received from his friends, especially in the last few months. He is survived by his four children, Andrew Mowrer, Alissa Bradfield (Robert), Lisa Dalansky, Steven Ziegler (Lydia Brubaker); his ten grandchildren, Matthew, Mason, Anna, Ben, Alice, Ava, Frankie, Rory, Marshall, and Ryder; and three great-grandchildren. He will also be dearly missed by his loving dog Charlee. In addition to his family, Bob is survived by many close friends and classmates that were like family to him. He was comforted by the support of these friends right up to the very end of his life. Bob was preceded in death by his wife Linda L. Mowrer, and his son, Michael Hartranft. A Funeral Service will be held at The Groffs Family Funeral Home, 528 W. Orange St., Lancaster, PA 17603, on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. The viewing will begin at 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Interment will immediately follow at East Petersburg Mennonite Church.