Recent Obituaries

Lancaster, PA and surrounding areas

Russell Bubernak

Russell Bubernak

Feb 26, 2026

Russell Bubernak, 88, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on February 26, 2026, at Trillium Place. Born in Coaldale, PA, he graduated from Coaldale High School, class of 1955, and also graduated from University of Virginia, Graduate School of Banking, Charlottesville, VA.

He worked for CIT Credit Corporation, General Motor Acceptance Corporation, Santander Bank, and retired from Corestates Bank, Philadelphia, PA, as...

Gloria M. Snyder

Gloria M. Snyder

Feb 25, 2026

Gloria M. Snyder, beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, passed away unexpectedly on February 25, 2026, at the age of 92. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Raymond and Katherin (Pleger) Stetler.

Gloria dedicated many years of her life to nurturing countless students as a cafeteria worker for the Lancaster School District, notably at J.P. McCaskey High...

Richard Andrew Schmeck

Richard Andrew Schmeck

Feb 25, 2026

Richard Andrew “Rich” Schmeck, 64, of Lititz, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on February 25, 2026. Born in Reading, PA, he was the son of Mary Elizabeth Gertrude (Rathman) Schmeck and the late Richard S. Schmeck. He was married 38 years to his beloved wife, Terri Hicks Schmeck.

Rich was a 1979 graduate of Central Catholic High School and...

John P. Zagorski

John P. Zagorski

Feb 23, 2026

John P. Zagorski, 84, of Lititz, passed away peacefully surrounded by his children and grandchildren, Monday, February 23, 2026, at United Zion Retirement Community. Born in Shenandoah, he was the son of the late Peter J. and Anna (Beacher) Zagorski.

Following his graduation from Shenandoah Catholic High School, John joined the US Navy where he proudly served on the USS Arcadia,...

William "Bill" Osborne Jr.

William "Bill" Osborne Jr.

Feb 23, 2026

William “Bill” Osborne Jr., 78, of Lancaster passed away Monday, February 23, 2026, after a valiant battle with ALS. Born in Paterson, NJ he was the son of the late William Osborne Sr. and Claire (Ferdinand) Osborne. He was the loving husband of Joyce (Sackett) Osborne with whom he celebrated over 53 years of marriage.

Bill worked in sales most of...

Jerald M. Pizzulli

Jerald M. Pizzulli

Feb 23, 2026

Jerald M. Pizzulli, 79, of Willow Street, went home to be with the Lord, Monday, February 23, 2026, at Lancaster Nursing & Rehab. He is survived by his wife Ruth Ann (Larrieu) Pizzulli and his five children: Deborah, Matthew, Daniel, Stephen and Michael, their significant others, 11 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren.

Jerald grew up in Saddle Brook, N.J. with his parents...

Edward Nelson Cyrway, Jr.

Edward Nelson Cyrway, Jr.

Feb 23, 2026

No obituary to appear.

Arlene M Brittain

Arlene M Brittain

Feb 23, 2026

Arlene M. Brittain, formerly of Muncy, Pennsylvania, passed away on February 23, 2026 at Penn State Hospital in Landisville, Pennsylvania following a brief illness.  She was 92.

Born on December 13, 1933, in Minneola Kansas, she was the daughter of the late Peter J. Lies and Elenora Schwartz Lies. She graduated from Minneola High School in 1953. Shortly thereafter, she began...

Ruth D. Doutrich

Ruth D. Doutrich

Feb 23, 2026

Ruth D. Doutrich, 87, of Lancaster, passed away on Monday, February 23, 2026, surrounded by her family and her dog, Penny. Ruth leaves behind a legacy of determination, perseverance and hard work.

Born in Paradise, PA to the late Earl S. Denlinger Sr. and Emma (Lantz) Denlinger. She graduated from Pequea Valley in 1956. She first worked at Gap National Bank...

Jean Swavely

Jean Swavely

Feb 23, 2026

Jean Eleanor Swavely, a beloved wife, mother, and cherished member of the community, passed away on February 23, 2026, at the age of 83. Born in Bally, PA., she was the daughter of the late Rueben and Gertrude (Eberhart) Mutter and the beloved wife of S. Jay Swavely.

A dedicated mother and loving wife, Jean's warmth and nurturing spirit shaped not...

Sandra S. Groff

Sandra S. Groff

Feb 22, 2026

Sandra S. “Sandy” Groff, 78, of Strasburg, passed away on February 22, 2026. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Samuel S. and Esther G. (Harner) Shaub. She was also the loving wife to Michael Groff for 51 years until his passing in 2019.

After graduating from Lampeter-Strasburg High School, Sandy received her professional certification at beauty school,...

Edward Stanley Althouse

Edward Stanley Althouse

Feb 21, 2026

Edward S. "Pop" Althouse, 87, of Strasburg, passed away Saturday, February 21, 2026, at Quarryville Presbyterian Retirement Community. Born in Gap, PA, he was the son of the late Herbert and Mary (House) Althouse. He was the devoted husband of Linda (Derr) Althouse, with whom he shared over 65 years of marriage.

He was a 1956 graduate of Southern Lancaster County...

Maryann Galati

Maryann Galati

Feb 21, 2026

Maryann Galati, 80, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at home, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Brooklyn, NY, she was the daughter of the late Dorothy (Eastman) and Felix Carpenito. She was the beloved wife of Mauro A. Galati, Jr., with whom she shared more than 65 years of marriage.

Maryann was a devoted member...

Dorothy Louise Raap

Dorothy Louise Raap

Feb 20, 2026

Dorothy Louise Raap, 89, passed away peacefully on February 20, 2026.

Born in Baltimore, Maryland, to the late Pearl Tydings and Stanley Harwood, Dorothy lived with a lively spirit and sense of humor that stayed with her throughout her life. She enjoyed playing pinochle and poker on her computer, bowling, and trips to the casino. Her family will always remember her...

Jeffrey L. Conner

Jeffrey L. Conner

Feb 20, 2026

Jeffrey L. Conner, 70, of Lititz, passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026, at Lancaster General Hospital with his son by his side.

Born and raised in Lititz, he was the son of the late George W. and Dorothy M. (Mohn) Conner. He was the loving husband of the late Bonnie Conner.

Jeff was a graduate of Warwick School District. He was...

Janet L. Slover

Janet L. Slover

Feb 20, 2026

Janet L. Slover, 93, of Lancaster, went to join her Lord and Savior on Friday, February 20, 2026. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Mabel (Ashby) Slover.

Janet spent much of her life working at The Long Home in Lancaster, working her way up to a supervisory position through her dedication. She also spent many...

James L. Saturno

James L. Saturno

Feb 19, 2026

James L. Saturno, 88, of Landisville, PA, was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on Thursday, February 19, 2026, following a 20-year battle with kidney cancer.

Born in Lancaster, PA, he was the son of the late Emily (Detrick) and James D. Saturno. A graduate of J.P. McCaskey High School, James went on to proudly serve his country as a veteran...

Beverly Ann Steele

Beverly Ann Steele

Feb 19, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Beverly Ann Steele, a beloved teacher, cherished mother, and esteemed member of the Lancaster community. Beverly, born on March 29, 1936, in Toledo, Ohio, departed this life peacefully on February 19, 2026, at the age of 89. 

Beverly devoted her life to education, beginning her career as a head-start teacher in Toledo, OH...

Edgar C. Oatman

Edgar C. Oatman

Feb 19, 2026

Edgar C. Oatman, our Dad, Pop Pop, Uncle and Brother Ed, passed on February 19th.

Having survived a failing bumper jack in the 1950s, quadruple by-pass surgery in the 80’s, knee replacement surgery in his 80s, idiotic politicians, telemarketers, a fall down a complete flight of stairs three years ago, and consumption of food long past expiration, our Ed Dog passed...

Isabel Reina Perez

Isabel Reina Perez

Feb 18, 2026

Con profundo dolor y a la vez con inmensa gratitud por una vida larga y llena de amor, anunciamos el fallecimiento de Isabel "Mamota" Pérez, quien partió en paz el 18 de febrero de 2026 en su hogar, rodeada del cariño de su familia.

Nacida el 19 de noviembre de 1924 en Dajabón, República Dominicana, Mamota fue una mujer fuerte, independiente...

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