H William McIntyre

Born September 5, 1933, in St. Marys, PA, he was the son of the late Harold B. & Mary Rose Dippold McIntyre.

He was the owner of Mac’s Place in Meadville, PA, until 1968, and he held positions in the American Distilling Company, Publicker Distilling Company, and retired from Diocesan Publications in 1995. Upon his retirement, he became an active volunteer in the National Association of Investors Corporation, Central PA Chapter, holding the positions of President, Chairman & CEO. Bill was also known for his many letters promoting responsible government.

He was a member of the U.S. Army, serving during the Korean War. He was a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, BPO Elks, and the Republican National Committee. He was also a member of the Serra Club of Harrisburg, American Legion, Knights of Columbus, The Catholic League, Catholic Golden Age, and the Ancient Order of Hibernians. He was an active member, usher and greeter at Saint Patrick Cathedral, Harrisburg, PA.

Surviving are his wife of 60 years, Pauline Holowach McIntyre, three sons, one daughter, and twelve grandchildren. Their oldest son Thomas and his wife Cheryl reside in Nokesville, VA, and have four children, Megan (Nate), Kelsey, Ryan and Sarah. Their daughter Margaret Peters and her husband, Kevin, reside in Mechanicsburg, PA, and have three children Katherine, Theresa, and Stephen. Their second oldest son Robert, his wife, Hope, and their two daughters, Maggie and Rhiannon reside in Mount Airy, MD. Their youngest son Daniel, his wife Lisa, and their three children, Chloe (Matt), Paige, and Drew reside in Mechanicsburg, PA. He is also survived by two sisters, Patricia Osborne of Plymouth Meeting, PA, and Shirley McIntyre of Lansdale, PA, plus many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, March 16, at Saint Patrick Cathedral, 212 State Street, Harrisburg, PA. Burial will follow the ceremony in Rolling Green Cemetery. Viewings will be held from 6:00 p.m.– 9:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 15, at Neill Funeral Home, 3401 Market Street, in Camp Hill, and one hour before Mass at Saint Patrick Cathedral.

The family would like to thank Andrews and Patel for their compassionate, confident, and comforting care, and Hospice of Central Pennsylvania for their timely assistance during the final week of his illness.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions, if so inclined, may be made to the Cathedral Parish of Saint Patrick, 212 State Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101; or The Salvation Army, 1122 Green Street, Harrisburg, PA 17105; or The Bethesda Mission, P.O. Box 3041, Harrisburg, PA 17105.