Gus Person - Piper

Top Performer

Elizabethtown, PA

$200 – $375 per event

Travels up to 90 miles

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Glencairn Cathedral Wedding

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Glencairn Clocktower Video

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Amazing Grace

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Flowers of the Forest

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York, PA, Funeral

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Traditional Irish Attire

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Formal Highland Dress

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Ironstone Ranch Wedding

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Summer Scottish Uniform

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1860s Black Watch Drill Order

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Memorial Day Event

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Masonic Village, Elizabethtown

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Glencairn Clocktower

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Bryn Athyn Cathedral

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Culpeper Irish Wedding

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Staten Island Parade, March 1976

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Belvoir Retirement, 2012

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Star Barn Grand Opening, July 2018

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Irish Wedding, Chalfont, PA

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Giant Center, December 2018

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Hudson District Pipe Band

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Irish Summer Uniform

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Belvoir Wedding

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Smallpipes

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Masonic Temple Wedding

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Drone Shield

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2nd BN Seaforth Highlanders Pipe Major

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Celtic Fling, June 2021

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Fort Indiantown Gap National Cemetery

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McConnellsburg Funeral, November 2021

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McConnellsburg Funeral (2)

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Robert Burns Dinner, February 2022

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The Chairman, Burns Dinner

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Regimental Pipes & Drums

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Bethlehem Wedding, August 2022

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Kaitlyn's Wedding, November 2022

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Star Barn Wedding, March 2023

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Regimental Dinner, May 2023

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Cameron of Erracht tartan

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Heritage Hills Funeral, August 2023

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MT St. Mary's Wedding November 2023

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Regimental Dinner (2)

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Reading Air Show, June 2024

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Reading Air Show, June 2025

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New Cumberland Event March 2025

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Regimental Dinner August 2025

Overview

I have been piping since 1964. Having played in seven pipe bands, I have also competed in solo and band competitions. I currently serve as pipe major of the Regimental Pipes & Drums, a living-history group. I can perform in Scottish and Irish attire, or simple Daywear in jacket, tie and kilt. My full repertoire contains many familiar tunes. I always send a client a copy of my Piping Repertoire, and I enjoy working with clients on the selection of music. I am very flexible and try to accommodate the desires of the client. For enclosed indoor events, I play the Smallpipes. I have played at the Pennsylvania State Capitol, Arlington National Cemetery, and the U.S. Army War College.


Reviews

72 reviews

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Karen S.

October 4, 2026
Verified review

Professional, prompt bagpiper who played beautifully.

We hired Gus to play at my mom’s interment service, and he was wonderful. He was prompt, cordial, and very professional. Also, prior to the service, he was immediately responsive to all of my messages. His beautiful playing added a meaningful and memorable touch to the service. We are very grateful and would highly recommend him.

Hired as: Bagpiper

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Gus Person - Piper

Karen engaged me to play at the interment of her mother's ashes at the Conestoga Memorial Park in Lancaster. She was very easy to work with and soon came up with her selection of tunes to be played.


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Steve L.

September 28, 2026
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My Laurie Ellen’s funeral

Gus played at my wives funeral. His playing of the bagpipes was beautiful. Showed up on time. Dressed for the occasion . Very easy to work with. Gus also was very courteous snd kind to go over the songs I wanted him to play. He also suggested a few other songs. I would highly recommend him to anyone who’s looking for a bagpiper. If I could give him a higher star rating I would. Thank you Gus for making my Laurie Ellen’s funeral a special and beautiful day.

Hired as: Bagpiper, Funeral Music

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Gus Person - Piper

Steve engaged me to play at the funeral of his wife at the Stauffer Funeral Home in Frederick, MD. He was always very kind and communicative. I really appreciated working closely with him. I played both the Great Highland Bagpipe and the Smallpipes. His Review has touched my heart and made my piping activities very worthwhile.


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Margaret F.

September 28, 2026
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Excellent!

Gus was very professional. Arrived early and was flexible with inside vs outside options for instruments. He sent song options in advance and even spoke with an attendant’s daughter about his playing for her school assignment. Worth it!

Hired as: Bagpiper, Funeral Music, Irish / Scottish Entertainment

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Gus Person - Piper

Margaret engaged me to play at the Celebration of Life for a deceased Irish-American colleague at Dickinson College in downtown Carlisle. The event was held in the Stern Center on campus. I played a selection of Irish and Scottish tunes. The rain held off for about an hour, so I was able to play outside in the Quad area.


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Anne P.

September 20, 2026
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5 Stars! Bagpiper Extraordinaire!

Having a party? Do yourself a favor and hire Gus Person, Bagpiper Extraordinaire, for your event—whatever the occasion!

I had a Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day party, and Gus’ participation made the party extra, extra special.

He is not only skilled, he truly enjoys his gift and genuinely enjoyed my family and guests. His enthusiasm was contagious!

He has a great repertoire and will work with you to determine which songs will work best for you and your guests.

A truly enjoyable experience. I’m very glad I booked him for the event and would absolutely recommend him! 5 Stars!

Hired as: Bagpiper

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Gus Person - Piper

Anne also engaged me to provide entertainment for her mother who was experiencing a birthday. There was a very large crows of family, friends and neighbors. I played a wide selection of popular and familiar Irish tunes. Everyone was clapping and tapping their toes. I wore a traditional Irish Saffron kilt with green accessories. This was a great party!


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Andrew L.

July 31, 2026
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Professional Service, Extremely Satisfied

I had a wonderful experience with Gus! Communication with him went well. As co-host of a family event, I was having some difficulties planning everything, but Gus was very accommodating and flexible. He is a professional, kind, and skilled piper, & everyone loved his music. Thank you, I highly recommend Gus!

Hired as: Bagpiper

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Gus Person - Piper

Andrew engaged me to play at his mother's Celebration of Life at the Stehman UMC church pavilion in Lancaster County. She had died over a year ago and the Celebration also dedicated a new headstone at her grave. I played Sleep, Dearie, Sleep and Amazing Grace on the Great Highland Bagpipe, and also a number of tunes on the Smallpipes. Andrew was great to work with, and I enjoyed meeting his relatives and friends.

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Booking information

Price range: $200 – $375 per event

Upcoming booked events

October 2026

24

Saturday

Wedding Reception

3:00pm - 4:00pm

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Carlisle, PA

December 2026

19

Saturday

Nonprofit Event

12:00pm - 1:00pm

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Ephrata, PA

Past booked events

October 2026

11

Sunday

Funeral/Memorial Service

10:00am - 11:00am

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Mount Joy, PA

01

Thursday

Funeral/Memorial Service

11:00am - 11:30am

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Lancaster, PA

September 2026

30

Wednesday

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11:30am - 1:30pm

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Harrisburg, PA

27

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1:30pm - 2:00pm

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Carlisle, PA

25

Friday

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4:30pm - 5:30pm

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Frederick, MD

19

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House Party

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Mount Carmel, PA

August 2026

01

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2:00pm - 2:30pm

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Bloomsburg, PA

July 2026

18

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Funeral/Memorial Service

10:30am - 11:00am

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Millersville, PA

17

Friday

Funeral/Memorial Service

12:00pm - 1:00pm

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Lykens, PA

June 2026

27

Saturday

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8:30pm - 10:00pm

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Newtown Square, PA

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Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

2:00pm - 2:15pm

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Marietta, PA

May 2026

23

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

4:00pm - 5:30pm

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Chambersburg, PA

April 2026

20

Monday

Funeral/Memorial Service

12:00pm - 12:15pm

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Shrewsbury, PA

11

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

10:30am - 11:15am

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Monkton, MD

March 2026

16

Monday

Holiday Party

3:00pm - 5:30pm

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Reading, PA

14

Saturday

Dinner Party

5:30pm - 9:00pm

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Lancaster, PA

14

Saturday

House Party

4:00pm - 4:30pm

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Marietta, PA

January 2026

20

Tuesday

Funeral/Memorial Service

10:00am - 11:00am

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New Cumberland, PA

December 2025

12

Friday

Funeral/Memorial Service

12:00pm - 12:15pm

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York, PA

October 2025

24

Friday

Funeral/Memorial Service

12:30pm - 1:00pm

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Mechanicsburg, PA

June 2025

11

Wednesday

Cultural Event

11:00am - 12:00pm

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Harrisburg, PA

May 2025

17

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

10:00am - 10:30am

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York, PA

03

Saturday

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1:00pm - 1:45pm

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Lititz, PA

March 2025

26

Wednesday

Funeral/Memorial Service

11:00am - 12:30pm

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Waynesboro, PA

21

Friday

Funeral/Memorial Service

11:30am - 12:30pm

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New Cumberland, PA

17

Monday

Restaurant/Bar Event

4:00pm - 6:00pm

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Reading, PA

February 2025

22

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

1:30pm - 3:30pm

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Danville, PA

16

Sunday

Dinner Party

1:00pm - 3:00pm

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Lemoyne, PA

07

Friday

Funeral/Memorial Service

10:30am - 11:30am

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Jersey Shore, PA

December 2024

16

Monday

Corporate Event

12:00pm - 2:00pm

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Harrisburg, PA

November 2024

15

Friday

Funeral/Memorial Service

12:30pm - 12:45pm

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Mechanicsburg, PA

October 2024

24

Thursday

Wedding Ceremony

5:30pm - 6:30pm

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Baltimore, MD

18

Friday

Wedding Ceremony

3:30pm - 4:00pm

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Kutztown, PA

September 2024

25

Wednesday

Dinner Party

12:00pm - 1:00pm

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Hershey, PA

21

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

3:00pm - 3:30pm

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Shermans Dale, PA

13

Friday

Funeral/Memorial Service

1:00pm - 1:30pm

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Annville, PA

August 2024

03

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

1:30pm - 3:00pm

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Frederick, MD

June 2024

01

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

5:00pm - 6:00pm

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Port Matilda, PA

May 2024

26

Sunday

Religious Celebration

10:00am - 11:30am

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Red Lion, PA

18

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

2:30pm - 3:30pm

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Narberth, PA

April 2024

14

Sunday

Funeral/Memorial Service

2:00pm - 2:15pm

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Mechanicsburg, PA

07

Sunday

Worship Service

10:30am - 12:00pm

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McConnellsburg, PA

March 2024

16

Saturday

Festival

9:00am - 11:30am

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Lancaster, PA

14

Thursday

Corporate Event

9:00am - 10:00am

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Mechanicsburg, PA

09

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

1:30pm - 2:30pm

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Lancaster, PA

08

Friday

Funeral/Memorial Service

5:00pm - 5:30pm

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Sunbury, PA

January 2024

22

Monday

Funeral/Memorial Service

11:00am - 12:00pm

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Middletown, PA

06

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

12:30pm - 2:30pm

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Lewisburg, PA

November 2023

26

Sunday

Personal Occasion

2:00pm - 2:30pm

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Lititz, PA

04

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

1:00pm - 1:30pm

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State College, PA

October 2023

01

Sunday

Sporting Event

6:00pm - 8:00pm

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Gettysburg, PA

September 2023

23

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

3:00pm - 5:30pm

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Camp Hill, PA

August 2023

26

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

3:30pm - 5:00pm

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Manchester, PA

12

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

2:30pm - 3:30pm

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York, PA

July 2023

08

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

2:00pm - 2:30pm

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Harrisburg, PA

07

Friday

Wedding Ceremony

4:30pm - 5:30pm

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Hazleton, PA

May 2023

06

Saturday

Birthday Party

4:00pm - 4:30pm

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Lancaster, PA

06

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

1:30pm - 2:30pm

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Monkton, MD

March 2023

17

Friday

Wedding Ceremony

4:30pm - 5:15pm

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Elizabethtown, PA

January 2023

29

Sunday

Dinner Party

2:00pm - 2:45pm

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Lemoyne, PA

20

Friday

Funeral/Memorial Service

1:00pm - 1:45pm

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York, PA

December 2022

11

Sunday

Funeral/Memorial Service

2:00pm - 2:45pm

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Dallastown, PA

November 2022

11

Friday

Wedding Ceremony

5:00pm - 5:30pm

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Marcus Hook, PA

October 2022

28

Friday

Wedding Ceremony

4:30pm - 4:45pm

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Lancaster, PA

01

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

11:00am - 12:00pm

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Lewisburg, PA

September 2022

15

Thursday

Funeral/Memorial Service

10:30am - 12:00pm

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Harrisburg, PA

August 2022

27

Saturday

Wedding Ceremony

1:30pm - 3:30pm

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Bethlehem, PA

21

Sunday

Campus Event

8:00pm - 8:30pm

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Lewisburg, PA

July 2022

16

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

10:00am - 10:15am

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Lancaster, PA

09

Saturday

Personal Occasion

10:30am - 12:30pm

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Wellsboro, PA

04

Monday

Festival

8:30pm - 8:45pm

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Elizabethtown, PA

03

Sunday

Wedding Ceremony

3:30pm - 4:00pm

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Pequea, PA

May 2022

30

Monday

Parade

9:00am - 11:30am

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Manheim, PA

April 2022

09

Saturday

Funeral/Memorial Service

1:30pm - 2:15pm

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Beaver Springs, PA

March 2022

22

Tuesday

Anniversary Party

6:00pm - 6:30pm

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Schaefferstown, PA

17

Thursday

Holiday Party

2:00pm - 3:00pm

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Emmitsburg, MD

12

Saturday

Restaurant/Bar Event

12:00pm - 2:00pm

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Mountville, PA

December 2021

11

Saturday

Memorial Service

6:00pm - 7:30pm

09

Thursday

Funeral/Memorial Service

12:30pm - 1:00pm

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Williamsport, PA

November 2021

28

Sunday

Religious Celebration

11:30am - 12:00pm

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Lancaster, PA

11

Thursday

Funeral/Memorial Service

11:00am - 11:30am

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McConnellsburg, PA

October 2021

02

Saturday

Birthday Party

4:00pm - 4:30pm

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Lititz, PA

September 2021

20

Monday

Fundraiser

9:30am - 10:15am

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Flourtown, PA

11

Saturday

Fundraiser

11:30am - 1:00pm

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Mount Joy, PA

03

Friday

Funeral/Memorial Service

11:00am - 11:30am

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Summit Hill, PA

August 2021

20

Friday

Wedding Ceremony

4:00pm - 6:00pm

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Honey Brook, PA

July 2021

18

Sunday

Funeral/Memorial Service

1:30pm - 2:00pm

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Lancaster, PA

June 2021

20

Sunday

Dinner Party

2:00pm - 2:45pm

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Aaronsburg, PA