Eugene K. "Gene" Auker, 84, of Lancaster, passed away on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at home. He was born in Lancaster, son of the late John H. and Sarah Campbell Kreider Auker. He was a Tool & Die maker at Hamilton Watch Company for 42 years and also served as a Union Steward, before his retirement in 2002. Gene was a graduate of Hempfield High School, Class of 1958 and was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, Landisville, the Landisville Lions Club and the PA National Guard. He enjoyed collecting Depression Glassware, Christmas ornaments, travelling, family and friends, especially his grandsons.

He is survived by one daughter: Teresa A. (Steven D.) Arnold, York. Two grandsons: Jay and Jesse Arnold. He was preceded in death by one sister: June Sorenson.

A Private Service will be held. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.