Obituaries

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Guillermo Alvarado, 81: Guillermo Alvarado, 81, of York, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2025.; Continue >

Carlota L. Arauz, 76: Carlota L. Arauz, 76, of Lancaster, passed away on Friday, May 23, 2025, at Lancaster General Hospital.; Continue >

Harold F. Baker, 92: Harold F. Baker, 92, of Millersville passed away peacefully on May 21, 2025. Born on April 26, 1933, in Bedford, PA, Harold was the son of the late Millard and Pearl Baker.; Continue >

Cecelia Warren Barlow, 93: Cecelia Warren “Ceil” Barlow, 93, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2025. Born in Greenwich, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Regina (Warren) Pickering. She was married for 68 cherished years to her husband, Rev. Dr. Edward E. Barlow.; Continue >

Josephine M. Beam, 100: Josephine M. Beam, age 100, died at Moravian Manor on Tuesday morning. She was a daughter of Giuseppe and Caterina (Macrina) Lombardo and was married to the late Arthur S. Beam. Josephine retired from RCA.; Continue >

Lois Jane Bowman, 96: Lois Jane Bowman, 96, of Lancaster passed away peacefully on June 11, 2025, at her residence. Born in Harrisburg, she was the daughter of the late Raymond and Margaret Elizabeth Redinger Dowhower. Lois was the loving wife of the late Donald S. Bowman and they shared 63 years of marriage before his passing in 2014. She proudly graduated from Lebanon High School before becoming a homemaker and caring for her family. Lois was an active long-time member of First Reformed United Church of Christ, Lancaster and was involved in her daughters’ scout groups in their earlier years. She had a passion for both tennis and golf and played well into her 80’s. Her craftiness showed through her talent in calligraphy and her famous chocolate cake with peanut butter frosting will be forever remembered by those who enjoyed it. More than anything, Lois was a loving wife, mom, grandmother and great grandmother who could be found cheering her family at any event, near or far.; Continue >

Inez Ceci, 99: Inez Ceci, 99, formerly of Shillington, PA, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2025. Born in Fern Glen PA, to the late Louis D. and Edith Parolini, Inez lived a long, full life devoted to faith, family, and service.; Continue >

Carol “Nana” Chapman, 82: Continue >

Mai Dung Dang, 79: It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Mrs. Mai Dung Dang, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, who left us peacefully on the evening of May 20, 2025, while being surrounded by her family who loved her dearly.; Continue >

Robert “Bob” J. Davis, 68: Robert "Bob" J. Davis, 68 of Willow Street, PA passed away on May 15, with his wife by his side. He was the loving husband of Lori A Davis (Bliesath) for 35 years. Born in West Chester, PA he was the son of James and the late Joyce (Miller) Davis.; Continue >

John E. Deckman, Jr., 82: John E. Deckman, Jr., 82, of Strasburg, PA, passed away at Lancaster General Hospital on Monday, June 9, 2025. He celebrated 58 years of marriage with his wife Avis (Irvin) Deckman on April 8th.; Continue >

Kevin Downs, 62: Kevin Downs, 62, of Lancaster, PA, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Belfast, Northern Ireland, and raised in South Shields and Norwich in the United Kingdom, Kevin brought with him a quiet determination and brilliant mind that left a lasting mark on everything he touched.; Continue >

Michael G. Drenchko, Sr., 92: Michael G. Drenchko, Sr., 92, of Lancaster, PA, passed away peacefully at his home with his family by his side on May 26, 2025. He was born in Johnstown, PA.; Continue >

Margaret Marie “Peggy” Drier, 78: Margaret Marie “Peggy” Drier, 78, of New Holland, passed away on May 26, 2025. Born in West Chester, she was the daughter of the late Mordecai and Hester (Donley) Harple.; Continue >

Sandy L. Eshleman, 59: Sandy L. (Kauffman) Eshleman, 59, of Pequea, PA, passed away Friday, May 30, 2025.

She was born in Lancaster, the daughter of the late John Henry and Mary Sauder (Frey) Kauffman.; Continue >

Lorraine Meriam Fiester, 77: Lorraine Meriam Fiester, 77, of Strasburg, passed away on June 9, 2025. Born in Lancaster County, she was the daughter of the late George and Meriam (Probst) Fiester.; Continue >

William “Bill” Fillgrove, 82: It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of William "Bill" Fillgrove, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Bill journeyed from this world on May 30, 2025, at the age of 82, in Lancaster, PA. Born on May 12, 1943, in Sligo, Pennsylvania, he carved a life filled with love, adventure, and unwavering dedication to his family.; Continue >

Maurice C. ‘Clint’ Frontz, Jr., 89: Maurice C. ‘Clint’ Frontz, Jr., 89, of Lititz, died on Sunday, May 18, 2025. Clint was born in Lancaster to Maurice C. Frontz and Ruth E. Frontz of Lancaster.; Continue >

Matthew “Matt” Paul Gegg, 95: Matthew “Matt” Paul Gegg, 95, of Bausman, PA, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2025. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Matthew and Anna (Armbruster) Gegg. Matt was the beloved husband of Dolores (Phelan) Gegg; they celebrated their 72nd wedding anniversary on February 14th.; Continue >

Richard C. Gerz, 78: Richard C. Gerz, 78, of York, PA, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 31, 2025.; Continue >

Larry Lee Henson, Sr., 63: Larry Lee Henson, Sr., 63, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully after a 6 year battle with cancer on June 9, 2025. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Gordon William Henson and Barbara Jean (Myers) Rodriquez. He was with his beloved wife, Nancy (Sanchez) Henson for 49 years.; Continue >

Mabel A. Herr, 93: Mabel A. Herr entered into eternal rest at Landis Homes at the age of 93 on May 22, 2025. She was born in Lancaster County to Elmer H. and Mary O. (Stauffer) Herr.; Continue >

M. Margaret Herzer, 95: M. Margaret Herzer, 95, of Luther Care passed away on Monday, May 26, 2025. Born in Lancaster, PA she was the daughter of the late Ada (Bushong) and Lloyd C. Smith. She was the beloved wife to the late Robert “Bob” G. Herzer, whom passed in 2019. Together they celebrated over 69 years of marriage.; Continue >

Harold “Hal” Richard Hinerdeer, 94: Harold “Hal” Richard Hinerdeer, 94, of Lancaster, passed peacefully at his home on Saturday, May 31, 2025.; Continue >

Robert B. Hofmann, 82: Robert B. (Bob) Hofmann, 82, of Lancaster and formerly Leola, passed away at Ephrata Manor on Wednesday, June 11, 2025.; Continue >

Sarah A. “Sally” Horting, 96: Sarah A. Horting, 96, of Lancaster, entered her heavenly home on May 22, 2025, at Trillium Place where she resided for the last 10 years. She was the wife of the late Arthur L. Horting who died in 2004.; Continue >

Joyce L. Hulgus, 85: Joyce Louise Hulgus was taken home to the Lord on June 6, 2025, while in hospice care at Trillium Place in Lancaster, PA.; Continue >

Wardell J. Jackson, 67: Wardell J. Jackson, 67, of Lancaster, PA, passed away at home on Saturday, May 25, 2025.; Continue >

Jere Raymond Johnson, 73: Jere Raymond Johnson, 73, of Lancaster, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of Sarah (Craig) Johnson and the late Edmund N. Johnson.; Continue >

Jennifer Lynn Jones, 54: Jennifer Lynn Jones, 54, of Manheim, passed away on Saturday, May 31, 2025.; Continue >

Steven R. Kaftanuk, 63: Steven R. Kaftanuk, 63, of Lititz, PA passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. He was the husband of Susan Dreyer Kaftanuk, with whom he would have celebrated 33 years of marriage on May 30th.; Continue >

Tina Marie (Cirulli) Kautz, 63: Tina Marie (Cirulli) Kautz, 63, of Lancaster, formerly of Reading, PA, passed away peacefully at home with her loving family by her side on Sunday, June 8, 2025. Born in Reading, PA, she was the daughter of the late Betty (Young) and Bernard Cirulli, Jr. She was the beloved wife of Ralph W. Kautz, II, with whom she celebrated 42 years of marriage.; Continue >

Gail L. Kelly, 82: Gail L. Kelly, 82, of Leola, PA, passed away on Monday, May 19, 2025 at Ephrata Community Hospital. Born in Williamstown, PA, she was the daughter of the late Rose (Myers) and George Hoffman, and the beloved wife of the late Ben L. Kelly Sr., who preceded her in death in 2017. Together, Gail and Ben built a life rooted in love, family, and shared adventures.; Continue >

Edward Earle Kirkbride, 89: Edward Earle Kirkbride, 89, died on June 3, 2025. Edward was born February 22, 1936, in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, to Earle Rosslyn and Beatrice Bidwell (Hedley) Kirkbride.; Continue >

Doris A. Kirsten, 94: Continue >

Boyd L. Knepp, 75: Boyd L. Knepp, Jr., 75, of Lancaster, PA, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at Masonic Village, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Lewistown, PA, Boyd was the son of the late Flora (Gross) and Boyd L. Knepp, Sr., and the beloved husband of Dollie D. (Garber) Knepp.; Continue >

Kenneth J. Kopco, 77: Kenneth J. “Ken” Kopco, 77, of Ephrata, passed away May 26, 2025.; Continue >

John C. Krow III, 59: John C. Krow III, 59, of Pequea, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Friday, May 30th, 2025. John was born in Lancaster and was the son of John C. Krow Jr. and the late Roselotte (Jung) Krow.; Continue >

Sandra “Sandy” Labezius,, 80: Sandra “Sandy” Labezius, 80, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully, surrounded by love on May 25, 2025., surrounded by love. Born in Lancaster to the late Harry and Mary Shay Spidle, Sandy was a 1964 graduate of J.P. McCaskey High School. She went on to work at Weis Markets, where she formed lasting friendships and became a familiar, friendly face in the community.; Continue >

Georgia K. Long, 67: The family of Georgia K. Long wish to announce her passing on June 3, 2025, after a courageous battle with vascular dementia resulting from radiation treatments for meningioma in 1987. She was 67. The eldest daughter to George H. and Doris G. Long, Georgia was born on June 11, 1957, in Altoona, PA.; Continue >

Paula L. Magee, 81: Paula Lynne Magee, 81, of Lititz, went into the loving Lord’s arms on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Kadima Rehab & Nursing of Lititz. A lifelong resident of Lititz, Paula was born to the late Richard and Pauline (Ludwig) Roth. She was the loving wife of the late Charles A. Magee II.; Continue >

John G. McLain, 78: John G. McLain, 78, passed away peacefully at his home in Lancaster on Saturday, May 17, 2025 surrounded by his family. He was the son of the late John McLain Jr. and Marion (Graff) McLain. He was also the devoted husband to Glenna (Eisenberger) McLain for over 39 years.; Continue >

Zadcan Morgan, 75: Zadcan Morgan, 75, of Lancaster, PA, passed away peacefully at home on May 31, 2025, after battling cancer and Parkinson’s.; Continue >

Benjamin Metzler Neideigh, Jr., 73: Benjamin M. “Ben” Neideigh, Jr., passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on May 28, 2025. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Benjamin Sr. and Margaret (Counts) Neideigh. He was married 52 years to his beloved wife, Jean (Kerschner) Neideigh.; Continue >

Patricia Ann Newcomer, 79: Patricia Ann Newcomer, 79, of Ephrata, passed away at home, surrounded by her family, on Monday, May 26, 2025. Born in New Brunswick, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Mildred (Johnson) Miles. She was the loving wife of Jon L. Newcomer, with whom she celebrated 52 years of marriage.; Continue >

Dung Huu Nguyen, 83: Dung Huu Nguyen, 83, of Lancaster, Pa, passed away surrounded by family on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center.; Continue >

Antonina (Ann) L. Rigante, 88: Continue >

Angel Maria Rivera, 85: Continue >

Robert Charles “Bob” Ruof, 94: Robert Charles “Bob” Ruof, 94, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 26, 2025, at his home. Born in Lancaster he was the son of the late Robert and Geneva Devers Ruof. He was the loving husband of Barbara A. Sharp Ruof and they observed 68 years of marriage this past November. Bob was a 1948 graduate of Manor Millersville High School and later went on to serve in the Unites States Naval Reserves for 12 years. He owned and operated Ruof’s Flower Shop where his beautiful floral arrangements left a lasting impact on all those he encountered. He was a faithful member of the former St. Paul United Methodist Church, Lancaster, since 1964. Bob was dedicated to his family and very involved in his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren’s lives. For many years he was a leader in his son’s boy scouts troop # 268. Bob was also a member of the Optimist Club for 46 years and was an organ enthusiast who enjoyed listening to music. One of his proudest accomplishments was when he was invited by President Reagan to the White House, as a representative of Lancaster’s small business association.; Continue >

Michelle Saponaro, 79: Michelle Saponaro, widow of Michael F. Saponaro, passed away on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at Trillium Place, Lancaster.; Continue >

John Ronald “Ron” Scifers, Sr., 93: John Ronald “Ron” Scifers, 93, of Lancaster, passed away on May 31, 2025. Born in Atlanta, GA, he was the son of the late Emma (Lackey) Scifers. He was raised by his late grandparents, Colonel and Zelma Lackey. He was married 67 years to Vivian Claire (Reuter) Scifers, prior to her passing.; Continue >

William Pitt Shearman, Jr., 94: It is with great sadness and much love that we say goodbye to our beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, William Pitt Shearman, Jr., who passed away on May 20th at the age of 94.; Continue >

Ivson “IV” Shelley, 74: Ivson “IV” Shelley, 74, of Lancaster, passed away at the Lebanon VA Medical Center on Thursday, May 22, 2025. Born in Sunflower County, Mississippi, he was the son of the late Jessie and Ozella Ritchey Shelley. IV was the loving husband of Wanda Rivera Shelley.; Continue >

Louise H. Shreiner, 88: Louise H. Shreiner, 88, of Lititz, died on June 1, 2025 at the United Zion Retirement Community. Born in Lancaster County, she was the daughter of Reuben N. and Mary K.Louise H. Shreiner, 88, of Lititz, died on June 1, 2025 at the United Zion Retirement Community. Born in Lancaster County, she was the daughter of Reuben N. and Mary K. Fisher Harnish. She was a lifelong resident of Lancaster County. Louise was married to the late James M. Shreiner Sr., who passed away in 2018.
Louise H. Shreiner, 88, of Lititz, died on June 1, 2025 at the United Zion Retirement Community. Born in Lancaster County, she was the daughter of Reuben N. and Mary K. Fisher Harnish. She was a lifelong resident of Lancaster County. Louise was married to the late James M. Shreiner Sr., who passed away in 2018.; Continue >

Howard C. Shuffelbottom, 90: Howard C. Shuffelbottom, 90, of Lancaster, passed away on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at Lancaster General Hospital.; Continue >

Mary Simmons, 87: After a long, rich, and impactful life, Mary Simmons, formerly of Strasburg, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 17 at the age of 87 at Oak Leaf Manor South in Millersville. The daughter of Roger and Blanch Tilton, she was born and grew up in Franklin, New Hampshire. She was married for forty-two years to Frederick Simmons, now deceased, and had four children - Bruce Simmons (wife Hawa), Michael Simmons (wife AJ), Tracey Shaubach (husband Dale), and Bess Simmons – four grandchildren, three step grandchildren, and two great grandchildren.; Continue >

Robert H. Slagle, 72: Robert H. Slagle, 72, of Lititz, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 22, 2025. Born in Miami-Dade, Florida, he was the son of the late Marilyn (Croyle) and Raymond B. Slagle.; Continue >

James Smallwood Jr., 59: The world unexpectedly lost James D. Smallwood Jr., 59, on May 20, 2025. Jim, affectionately known as Jimmy to his friends, was a sweet, kind soul who loved golf, gadgets, and animals. His childlike enthusiasm was always on display, and he always had time to talk about his newest golf club or his air fryer on the app.; Continue >

Anna E. Szolnoki, 93: Anna E. Szolnoki, 93, of Lancaster, passed away on Monday, June 9, 2025, at The Glen at Willow Valley. Born in New York City, she was the daughter of the late Stefan Lind and Anna (Messinger) Lind. She was also the devoted wife of Bela Szolnoki for more than 64 years up until his passing in 2016.; Continue >

Audrey K. Thoms, 89: Audrey K. Thoms, 89, passed peacefully at St. Luke’s Hospice, Bethlehem, PA, on Tuesday 5/27/2025. She was born in Lancaster, PA, to the late Frank and Esther (Mattern) Keller. Audrey celebrated 29 years of marriage to Edward R. Thoms, before his passing in 2020. Her first husband, and the father of her three children, Victor J. Standish, died in 2008.; Continue >

Earls W. Tolin Jr., 87: Earls W. Tolin Jr., 87, of Lititz, passed away peacefully at Landis Homes Retirement Community with his wife and family by his side on Monday, June 9, 2025. Born January 30, 1938, in Charleston, West Virginia, he was the son of the late Earls W. Sr. and Lorna Simmons Tolin. Earls was the husband of Mary Ann Algier Tolin, married 64 years.; Continue >

Margaret E Weber, 86: Margaret E Weber of Lititz passed away at her home on Saturday May 17th.; Continue >

Dale Alan Whiskeyman, 81: Dale Alan Whiskeyman, 81, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully and of natural causes after a brief illness on June 8, 2025. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Calvin and Emma (Kacelovicz) Whiskeyman. He was married 60 years to his beloved wife, Donna Ann (Consylman) Whiskeyman.; Continue >

Cypert Olan Whitfill, 88: Cypert Olan Whitfill, 88, passed away peacefully in Lancaster, surrounded by loved ones. Born on January 25, 1937, in Floyd County, Texas, he was the fifth of six children born to Alpheus Festus Whitfill and Christina Grace Feagan Whitfill.; Continue >

John Jay Witmer, 70: John Jay Witmer, 70, of Quarryville, PA, passed away peacefully and surrounded by loved ones on Thursday, May 15, 2025. John was the son of Norman and Mary Cover Witmer and a proud graduate of Hempfield High School, Class of 1972. John was a devoted husband of almost 40 years to Miriam Witmer, a proud father to Marissa Witmer, and a best friend to many four; Continue >

Barbara L. Young, 91: Continue >

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