He was born Oct 10, 1952, in Elmira, NY to Irving and Margaret Hamberger. He was the 3rd oldest of 7 children. The family moved from New York to Maryland and then to Arizona in 1960. Lance grew up in Vail then Sunizona and Elfrida areas. He Graduated from Valley Union High School in 1970. He then attended Cochise College and received an associate degree.

In 1975 Lance moved to Oregon, he held other miscellaneous jobs until starting in the construction trade of Manufactured Home Industry. Later he worked in various remodeling and construction trades. Eventually he started his own business, specializing in Home Repair and Remodel. He could repair almost anything, no matter how difficult.

He married Bernadette Sichley in 1982 and they were blessed with a son two years later. His greatest Joy was spending time with family, seeing the grandkids and going to their music and sporting events and helping son with remolding projects on their home. Lance enjoyed reading a good book which also included the Bible. He highlighted passages that had special meaning to him or gave him peace. He had a love for the Arizona Mountains and also sports, especially Football and remained a faithful Arizona Wildcats fan. He was baptized of the Christian Faith and members of both St Mary's Parish and Mid Valley Community Church. Lance's wit and sense of humor warmed the hearts of many. He was always charitable to those in need. He was loved much, and we'll miss him dearly.

He is preceded in Death by Parents: Irving & Margaret Hamberger Brother: Jonathan G Hamberger, Brother-In law: Howard Rader

He is survived by Spouse: Bernadette Hamberger Son: Jonathan N(Kristin) Hamberger Grandchildren: Brookelynn, Brynn & JoAnna Hamberger Sisters: Sarah Rader, Susan Hamberger Brothers: David (Dina) Hamberger, Donald Hamberger, Bruce (Diana)Hamberger and families.

Grave Side service will be held May 2nd at 1:00 pm at Calvary Cemetery in Mt. Angel.  A Memorial Service will take place May 3rd at 11:00 am at Mid-Valley Community Church in Woodburn.