Mary Lou "Herr" Strubel

Mary Lou Strubel, 66, of West Penn Township, New Ringgold, passed away unexpectedly at home on Tuesday, March 3, 2026.

Born in Lancaster on August 27, 1959, she was the daughter of the late Eugene and Irene (Booth) Herr. Mary Lou was a woman of immense talent and even greater kindness. During her career, she served as a tow motor operator at Ford New Holland in Mountville and a quality control inspector for QVC in Lancaster, but her true passions flourished at home and in nature.

A gifted artist and seamstress, Mary Lou filled her world with creativity, from intricate paintings and crafts to the vibrant gardens that surrounded her home in The Pines. She was known for her "open gate" policy, welcoming neighbors into her garden and frequently brightening their days with hand-delivered bouquets. Whether she was tending to her flowers or spending weekends at the camper with her husband and her loyal dog, Daisy, Mary Lou embraced life’s simple joys. 

Surviving are; her beloved husband of 35 years, Thomas M. Strubel; son, T. Cody Strubel and his wife Jessica; brother, Robert J. Herr; sister, C. Marie and her husband Kenneth Yake; grandchildren, Nolan Thomas, and Riley Brooke Strubel; nephews, Richard Herr, Kenny Herr, Clarence Herr, Neal Herr; nieces, Amy Herr, Jessica Gast, Amanda Herr, Stacey Shulte, Ashley Silva.

 Mary Lou was also predeceased by; sister, Patricia Simmons; brothers, Lawrence, Clarence, and Jay Herr.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Robert S. Nester Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. 2066 West Penn Pike New Ringgold Pennsylvania 17960. (570) 386-5884

A celebration of Mary's Life will be held on Tuesday March 10, 2026 at 7 o'clock P.M. from the funeral home. Friends and family may visit from 5:30 P.M. until the time of services.

Online condolences or a fond memory of Mary can be expressed by visiting www.griffithsfuneralhomes.com