Obituaries

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Henry Dan Balcom, 93: Henry Dan Balcom, 93, entered into rest on November 16, 2025, at his home in Lancaster. Born in Cuba, NY, he was the son of the late Henry D. Balcom and Mary E. Lester Balcom. His father worked for the Erie Railroad and was promoted and relocated several times. Hank’s early education took place in a two-room schoolhouse in Bear Lake, PA. His junior high and initial high school years were in Salamanca, NY. He completed his senior year at Huntington High School in Huntington, IN, graduating in 1949.; Continue >

Judith D. Barton, 87: Judith D. Barton, 87, of Lancaster, passed away on Wednesday, October 22, 2025.; Continue >

Charles H. “Skip” Baumgardner, Jr., 93: Charles H. “Skip” Baumgardner, Jr., at age 93, passed away on October 26, 2025 in Quarryville.; Continue >

Peggy Lou Beazley, 96: Peggy Lou Beazley, 96, of 136 Springhouse Rd., Lancaster, Pa., was reunited in heaven with her late husband, C. Henry Beazley, on November 12, 2025. Peggy was married to Henry, a WWII veteran, for 70 years. Born in Downingtown, Pa., Peggy was the daughter of the late Pauline (Keller) Himelwright and Jesse Himelwright.; Continue >

Debra “Debby” Bergman, 71: Debra “Debby” Bergman, 71, of Lititz, PA, passed away peacefully with family by her side on November 2, 2025. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Jere Buckwalter and Marion Millar.; Continue >

James J. Bock, 74: James J. Bock, 74, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family at UPMC hospital on October 31, 2025.; Continue >

Richard D. Bollinger, 96: Richard D. Bollinger, 96, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, October 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Huntingdon, PA, he was the son of the late Edna (Bollinger) and Richard D. Bollinger. He was the devoted husband of Janet (Griel) Bollinger, with whom he shared over 25 wonderful years of marriage.; Continue >

JoAnn L. Book, 87: JoAnn L. Book, of Lancaster, PA, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2025, at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Catherine (Mauro) and Alessandro DiBattista. She was the loving wife of the late Elwood Book.; Continue >

Gregory “Greg” William Borders, 66: Gregory “Greg” William Borders, 66, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2025, after a courageous fight against cancer. Born in Elkhart, he was the son of the late William and Jeanette Borders. He retired from Milton Hershey School District from the transportation department.; Continue >

Wanda Raynell Bossler, 88: Wanda Raynell Bossler, 88, of Akron, PA, passed away on Friday, October 24, 2025, at home surrounded by her family. Born in Rhodell, WV, she was the daughter of the late Coy and Lena (Bolen) Sanders. Wanda was the loving wife of Stuart Bossler. They celebrated 67 years of marriage this past April.; Continue >

Kenneth E. “Ken” Brackbill, 66: Kenneth E. “Ken” Brackbill, 66, of Willow Street, passed away unexpectedly at his home on November 12, 2025. Born and raised in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Norman E. and Ruth N. (Groff) Brackbill.; Continue >

Winona Brubaker Brenner Brancato, 92: Winona Brenner Brancato, 92, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2025. Born August 6, 1933, she was the daughter of the late George I. and Mary Myers Brubaker of Holtwood. She was married to Joseph J. Brancato, Sr., of Lancaster.; Continue >

Joyce Carolyn Burnett, 81: Continue >

Christopher Louis Carlton, 72: Christopher Louis “Chris” Carlton, 72, of Lititz, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2025. Born in Orange, NJ, he was the son of the late Robert Thomas and Constance (Sautter) Carlton. He was married for over 44 years to his beloved wife Julia P. Carlton.; Continue >

Rosemary Carpenter, 78: Rosemary Carpenter, 78, of Manheim, PA, passed away at Neffsville Nursing & Rehabilitation on Thursday, November 13, 2025. She shared almost 60 years of marriage with her husband Donald E. Carpenter.; Continue >

Mildred Cortes, 89: Mildred Cortes, beloved mother, wife, grandmother, sister, daughter, and friend, passed away on November 14th, 2025, surrounded by the family who loved her beyond measure. She was born in Puerto Rico and later made Manhattan, New York her home for fifty years, becoming a cherished part of her community.; Continue >

Diana L. Coyne, 77: Diana L. Coyne, 77, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2025. Born on November 14, 1947, in Baltimore, Maryland, to Leora and Robert Brathuhn, Diana lived a life marked by devotion to family, professional excellence, and joyful adventure.; Continue >

Thomas W. Cummins, 76: Thomas W. Cummins, 76, of Lititz, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2025. Born in Elkton, Maryland, he was the son of the late George “Jess” and Rachael Cummins.; Continue >

Kari Jo Denlinger, 39: Kari Jo Denlinger, 39, passed away into the arms of Jesus with her family by her side. Born in Lancaster, she was the precious daughter of Ron and Joan (Weaver) Denlinger.; Continue >

Siegfried (Sieg) Harold Dreer, 90: Siegfried (Sieg) Harold Dreer, age 90, passed away peacefully in his home November 6th, 2025. He is now reunited with his bride, Dorothy (Dee) Dreer after missing her terribly for over 3 years.; Continue >

David A. Eberly, 60: David A. Eberly, 60, of Lititz, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at his residence.; Continue >

Beverly Ann Ebright, 89: Beverly Ann Ebright, 89, of Mechanicsburg, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2025. Born in Los Angeles, CA, she was the daughter of the late Harvey and Inez (Graham) Hensley. She was married to Barry D. Ebright until his passing in 2009.; Continue >

John Robert “Rob” Eckenrode, 74: John Robert “Rob” Eckenrode,74, peacefully entered the loving embrace of his lord and savior Jesus Christ, on October 24, 2025, after a long hard-fought battle with IPF. Rob truly lived a full and selfless life. From his early years at Sacred Heart of Jesus School/Church and Lancaster Catholic HS (’69), Rob created a solid and loving foundation in his faith which would be the cornerstone to how he lived his life.; Continue >

Brian Paul Fentiman, 68: Brian Paul Fentiman passed away on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at 10:00 pm after complications from a heart attack. He was 68 years old. Brian was a faithful member of Westminster Presbyterian Church, and a highly regarded salesman at Trinity Solar.; Continue >

Vaughn H. Ferich, 73: Vaughn H. Ferich, 73, formerly of Manheim, PA, passed away at his Middletown, PA residence on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. Vaughn and his wife Kim E. (Gianquitto) Ferich shared 23 years of marriage.; Continue >

Judith A. Finkel, 74: Judith A. Finkel, 74, of Ronks, PA, and formerly of East Windsor, NJ, passed away at Abbeyville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Lancaster, PA, on Saturday, November 8, 2025.; Continue >

Verna B. Frey, 85: Verna B. Frey, 85, formerly of Maytown, passed away in Lancaster on Wednesday, October 29, 2025.; Continue >

George B. Frizzell, 78: George B. Frizzell, 78, of Lancaster, passed away on November 14, 2025. Born on March 5, 1947, at an astounding 10 pounds and 2 ounces with the length of 22 inches to the late Joseph and Mary Frizzell.; Continue >

Francesco Gambino, 49: Francesco Gambino, 49, of West Lampeter, Lancaster County, passed away unexpectedly on November 7, 2025. Born in Carini, Sicily, he was the son of Carlo and Marianna (Conigliaro) Gambino. Along with his parents, Francesco is survived by his niece, Mia, nephew Luca, and his sister in-law, Nicole Gambino. He is preceded in death by his brother Guiseppe Gambino.; Continue >

Dermot Martin Garrett, 77: Dermot Martin Garrett, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully at home on October 24, 2025. His wife of 52 years, Jeanne, was at his side.; Continue >

Richard W. Getz Jr., 82: Richard W. Getz Jr., 82, of Ephrata, PA passed away Friday, November 14, 2025, at LGH, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Lititz, PA he was the son of the late Richard W. Getz Sr. and Ruth N. (Antes) Getz. He was the loving husband of Janet C. (Worley) Getz with whom he shared 60 years of marriage.; Continue >

Kamal Maya Ghimire, 74: Kamal Maya Ghimire, 74, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on November 4, 2025 at her home. Born in Bhale Gau Bhutau, she was the daughter of the late Tek Basnet and Kaushila (Dahal) Basnet. Kamal was the wife of Narbir Ghimire.; Continue >

Steven C. Giberson, 78: Steven C. Giberson, 78, of Millersville, PA, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at his residence.; Continue >

Ken Grafenstine, 63: Ken Grafenstine, 63, passed away peacefully on November 6, 2025, following a courageous battle with lung cancer.; Continue >

Dean A. Gregg, 61: Dean A. Gregg, 61, passed away on November 6, 2025 at home. Dean was born to the late Ross H. Gregg Sr. and the late Colleen F. (Martin) Gregg right after his twin brother Dale A. Gregg (Lisa). He was preceded in death by his brother Ross H. Gregg Jr. and his sister Mary L. Francis. Dean was married to his wife Amy (McCaskey) for 37 years and was father to Mason, Allyson, Noel and Mitchel (Shannon) and was grandfather to Cooper.; Continue >

Horace R. “Bob” Griest, Jr., 73: Horace R. “Bob” Griest, Jr., 73, of Conestoga, passed away on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at his residence.; Continue >

Orie Cocklin Grove, 92: Orie Cocklin Grove was born to Orie and Fannie Grove in Hershey, Pennsylvania, on November 9, 1933. He died at the age of 92 at Landis Homes in Lancaster on November 14, 2025.; Continue >

Donald “Don” R. Hevener: Donald “Don” R. Hevener, 89, went home to be with his Lord on November 7, 2025.; Continue >

L. Jamie Hirschberger, 80: L. Jamie Hirschberger, 80, of Lancaster, passed away on Monday, November 3, 2025, at his residence.; Continue >

Eugene E. Honert, 83: Eugene E. Honert, 83, of Lancaster, PA passed away on Sunday November 16th, 2025, at the Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center.; Continue >

Earl “LaVern” Hornberger, 92: Earl “LaVern” Hornberger, 92, of Ephrata, passed away on October 31, 2025. Born in Denver, PA, he was the son of the late Earl and Florence Hornberger. He was also the devoted husband to Georgine Hornberger for 68 years.; Continue >

Audrey L. Ile, 86: Through many tears, the family of Audrey L. “Nan” Ile, of Lancaster, announce her passing on Monday, November 10, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was 86. Audrey was the loving wife of Floyd E. Ile, Sr., for over 58 years until his passing in 2014.; Continue >

Floyd Eugene Ile Jr., 69: Beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, Floyd Eugene Ile Jr., left a lasting mark on the lives of everyone he met. With a heart of gold and a gift for gab, Floyd touched countless lives with his lovable personality, kindness, and generosity.; Continue >

Alexander “Rock” Illes, 91: Alexander “Rock” Illes, 91, of Coatesville, PA, Met his Savior face to face on Saturday, November 15, 2025, Surrounded by his loving and caring caregivers at Emmanuel Nursing & Rehabilitation.; Continue >

David S. Janesky, 73: David S. Janesky, 73, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. Born in Scranton, PA, he was the son of the late Simon J. and Margaret A. Karpinski Janesky. He was the husband of Sandra A. Zielinski Janesky, with whom he shared 48 years of marriage this past May 7th.; Continue >

Patricia J. Johnson (Pat), 71: Patricia J. Johnson (Pat), 71, of Leola, passed away on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Coatesville, PA, she was the daughter of the late Ruby Jean (Cox) and Roger Jones.; Continue >

Thomas E. “Tom” Keech, 91: Thomas Edison Keech, 91 of Lititz, PA, passed away on November 9th.; Continue >

Boonmee Kheuangthirath, 83: The Kheuangthirath Family said farewell to their greatest teacher on Monday, November 10, 2025. Mr. Boonmee Kheuangthirath ”Pa” passed away peacefully with his family by his side. Boonmee (our father, grandfather, and great grandfather) enjoyed spending time with his grandkids and entertaining friends. His grandchildren were his pride and joy.; Continue >

Emily B. Kilgore, 78: Emily B. (Flory) Kilgore, 78, passed from this life on Nov. 14, 2025.; Continue >

Fay Follett Kramer: Fay Follett Kramer passed away Friday October 24, 2025, at the age of ninety-two. Fay was born in Pottsville, PA to the late Ruth and Walter J. Follett. She was the wife of 63 years to the late Harold Kramer.; Continue >

Kirk Andrew Luther, 57: Kirk Andrew Luther, 57, of Lititz, Pennsylvania, passed away unexpectedly in Estes Park, Colorado, on November 1, 2025, while on an anniversary trip with his loving wife of 28 years and lifelong partner of 40 years, Michelle.; Continue >

John Edwin Marshall, 71: John Edwin Marshall, 71, of Gap, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2025. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Israel William Henry Marshall and Carrie Davis Marshall.; Continue >

Jerl Lynn Martin, 71: Jerl Lynn Martin, 71, of 13 Westbrook Dr., Akron, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 30, 2025. She was born on January 26, 1954.; Continue >

Alice Marzolf, 90: Alice Marzolf, 90, of Lancaster, PA, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2025.; Continue >

John Yeagley May, 92: John Y. May, 92, of Lititz, PA went to be with the Lord, Wednesday, October 22, 2025. He was the son of the late George M. and Martha Y. May, and brother of the late James Y. May.; Continue >

Kenneth J. Mayes, 81: Kenneth J. Mayes, 81, of Willow Valley, entered eternity on Sunday, October 26, 2025. Born in Teaneck, NJ he was the son of the late Herbert James and Edith Winifred (Greenaway) Mayes. He was the loving husband of Faith Marie (Grant) Mayes with whom he shared over 24 years of marriage.; Continue >

Bridget Kathleen Mullen, 31: Bridget Kathleen Mullen, 31, of Lititz, PA, passed away on November 15, 2025 at Lehigh Valley Cedar Crest Hospital. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of Paul and Tracey (Reynolds) Curran.; Continue >

Nino Rosario Pesce, 90: Nino Rosario Pesce, 90, of Lititz, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2025, at his United Zion residence. Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late Agostino and Maria (DeStefano) Pesce. He was married 23 years to his beloved wife, Elizabeth M. “Betty” (Knuettel) Pesce.; Continue >

Todd D. Prickett, 68: On Thursday, October 30, 2025, Todd David Prickett went home to be with his Lord Jesus Christ after a courageous battle with Lung Cancer. He was surrounded by his loving family and his devoted wife and business partner of 44 years, Debra S. (Simmons) Prickett.; Continue >

Cheryl Kay Ritchie, 75: After a long hard fight Cheryl Kay Ritchie passed away on October 27, 2025. Cheryl was born July 28,1950, to James R. McGeary and Betty J. McGeary (Stratton). She attended the Riverton, KS. school district. Cheryl married Sparks E. Ritchie on September 23, 1983. Together they raised four sons: David Bond (Dee); James Bond; Jarron Ritchie (Jennifer); Dalton Ritchie.; Continue >

Angel Rivera, 46: Angel Rivera, 46, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on October 26, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, he was the son of the late Francisco Rivera and Hilda Rodriguez.; Continue >

Herbert L. Roth, Jr., 91: Herbert L. Roth, Jr., 91, of Lititz, passed away on November 4, 2025. Born and raised in Lititz, he was the son of the late Herbert Sr. and Emma Martin.; Continue >

Joseph L. “Joe” Rudy, 77: Joseph L. “Joe” Rudy, 77, of Manheim, passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at Pleasant View Communities.; Continue >

Hipolito “Polo” Saez, 73: Hipolito Saez (Polo), 73, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at his home.; Continue >

J. Randolph “Randy” Schumacher, 91: Continue >

Robert W. See, 81: Robert W. See, 81, of Lancaster, passed away Friday, November 7, 2025, at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Weldon and Anna (Carr) See. Robert was the loving husband of Donna L. (McComsey) See with whom he celebrated more than 53 years of marriage.; Continue >

Patricia E. Seigford, 87: Patricia E. Seigford, 87, of Lancaster and formerly of Lititz and Hinsdale, NY, passed away on October 24, 2025 in Lancaster.; Continue >

Mary Louise Shank Mueller, 84: Mary Louise Shank Mueller, age 84 of Lancaster, PA, passed away at her home on November 16, 2025. She is a graduate of Lancaster Catholic High School and worked at Phillips Financial Services, Mountville, PA for 39 years until her recent retirement. Mary was a devoted mother, spouse and grandparent. She was an avid reader and devoted to her faith and valued all efforts of kindness, big and small.; Continue >

Mary Elizabeth Shinefuss, 86: Mary E. Shinefuss, 86, of Felton, DE, formerly of Lancaster, PA passed away Sunday, November 2, 2025. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Sherman Bouder Sr., and Emma E. (Showalter) Bouder. She was wife of the late Charles R. Shinefuss III who passed away in 2018.; Continue >

Rita J. Smaltz, 94: Rita J. Smaltz, 94, of Willow Street, passed away Saturday, November 8, 2025. Born in Covington, VA she was the daughter of the late Benjamin and Ethel (Sauers) Treese. She was the wife of the late John Allen Smaltz who passed away in 2012.; Continue >

Margaret Lois Snyder, 95: Margaret Lois Snyder, 95, of Willow Street, PA, passed away on Friday, October 24, 2025, at Lakes Campus at Willow Valley.; Continue >

Charles E. Starks, III, 76: Charles E. Starks, III, 76, of Lititz, PA, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. Born in East Chicago, Indiana, he was the son of the late Evelyn Borman and Charles E. Starks, II.; Continue >

Beverly Ann Steudler, 73: Beverly Ann Steudler, 73, of Conestoga, passed away in Montana while on a trip with friends on Friday, October 31, 2025.; Continue >

Wendy C. (Gales) Stough, 54: Wendy C. (Gales) Stough, 54, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on Friday, October 24, 2025, at Lancaster General Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Coatesville, PA, she was the daughter of the late Catherine (Arasin) and William Gales, Sr. . She was the beloved wife of Charles “Chuck” Stough, with whom she shared 27 wonderful years of marriage.; Continue >

Charlotte W. Tilley, 89: Charlotte W. Tilley, age 89, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2025. She was born in Norfolk, VA in 1936 to the late Eugene Vincent & Elizabeth Wyatt. Charlotte was a gem of a person who appreciated all that life gave her and will leave a void her family cannot fill.
Everyone knew where the candy drawer was in our house growing up and every dog in the neighborhood knew that they would get treats from her. Charlotte was a loving, giving, beautiful soul and those that knew her will never forget the love she brought to their lives.; Continue >

Larry Torres, 58: Larry Torres, 58, passed away at his Lancaster home with his family by his side on Saturday, October 25, 2025. He was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico, the son of Conchita Ortiz-Torres and the late Hilarion Torreullas.; Continue >

Patrick “Pat” Trenkle, 65: Patrick “Pat” Trenkle, the son of the late Simon A. and Mary Catherine (Halloran) Trenkle, has not, contrary to popular belief, passed away. Rather, he has been declared missing in action. While some insist, he took his last breath on October 22nd, those who truly knew him suspect otherwise.; Continue >

Anthony M. “Tony” Valeski, 74: Anthony M. “Tony” Valeski, 74, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2025. Born and raised in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Anthony G. and Alberta Valeski.; Continue >

Mary Antoinette Valeski, 84: Mary Antoinette Valeski, 84, of Lititz, was welcomed into the open arms of her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at Brethren Village.; Continue >

Isaac R. “Juni” Vargas, Jr., 32: Isaac R. “Juni” Vargas Jr., it is with heavy hearts that we announce Isaac went to be with the Lord on November, 13, 2025 after fighting an 11 year battle to Wilson's Disease in Lancaster, PA.; Continue >

Richard “Dick” Kenneth Weidman, 95: Richard “Dick” Kenneth Weidman, 95, of Lancaster, PA, formerly of Millersville, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2025. Born in Penryn, PA, he was the son of the late Marion Weidman Hershey and Arthur Winfield Weidman.; Continue >

Sophia Barbara Wielgolinski, 99: It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sophia Barbara Wielgolinski, a beloved mother, grandmother, and homemaker, who departed this life peacefully on November 9, 2025, at the age of 99.; Continue >

Richard S. Will, 95: Richard S. Will, age 95, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 26, 2025 at the Moravian Manor in Lititz, PA. He was the son of the late Lloyd and Eva Will. He was preceded in death by his three brothers: Lloyd Jr., Ray, and Eugene. He is survived by his loving wife of 72 years, Barbara (Grill) Will, his three daughters Jody Lausch (wife of Robert Lausch), Peggy Will, and Jennifer Shettel (wife of Ted Shettel), five grandchildren: Adam Lausch, Elizabeth (Lausch) Elmer, Jordan Lausch, Noah Shettel, Lucy Shettel, and five great-grandchildren.; Continue >

Ella Louise Wright, 98: Ella Louise Wright, 98, of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, passed peacefully in her sleep on October 23, 2025, at Oak Leaf Manor North. Louise was born on April 18, 1927, in Galena, Missouri, arriving with the spring smallmouth bass running in the nearby James River. Her paternal grandfather was Iroquois/Creek and may have suggested the name Ouchigan, a Native American word for smallmouth bass. Her mother Grace Malonee won her father John Homer Young over to Ella Louise, but Louise always had an affinity for water.; Continue >

Michael Robert Youtz, 52: Michael Robert Youtz went to be with his Lord and Savior on November 4, 2025, after brief illness. He was born at Lancaster General Hospital on February 8, 1973, the son of Rose Marie (Hoffmeier) Youtz and Robert Larry Youtz. The Lord blessed Rose and Michael with an extended family, his mom Jeannette Crnkovich, his dad Stephen Crnkovich, and his sister Natasha Crnkovich Pickett, who played a major role in helping Rose raise Michael to become a wonderful, caring, and loving man.; Continue >

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