Recent Obituaries

Lancaster, PA and surrounding areas

Robert "Bob" G. Weiss

Robert "Bob" G. Weiss

May 10, 2026

Robert George “Bob” Weiss, 86, died peacefully surrounded by family on May 10, 2026.

He was born in Paterson, NJ and graduated from Xavier High School, NYC in 1957. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree from the College of the Holy Cross in 1961 and received a law degree from Georgetown University in 1964.

After graduating from Georgetown, he joined his...

Shelby J. "Chub" Condida

Shelby J. "Chub" Condida

Jul 4, 2026

Shelby J. "Chub" Condida, 88, of Manheim, passed away peacefully at Hospice & Community Care, Mount Joy, on Saturday, July 4, 2026, with her loving family by her side. Born in Ortana, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late William and Mary Kent Shuyler. Shelby was the loving wife of Paul W. Condida Sr. and they would have observed...

David Irizarry

David Irizarry

Jul 2, 2026

David Irizarry

David Irizarry, 69, of Willow Street, PA, passed away at his home on July 2, 2026 surrounded by his family. Born in Lancaster, PA, known as “Izzy”, he was the loving husband of 47 years to Patricia (Frankford) Irizarry.

David was a graduate of Lancaster Catholic High School. He worked for 27 years with Armstrong World Industries and 10 years...

Jacob E. Keiser

Jacob E. Keiser

Jul 1, 2026

Jacob (Jake) Evert Keiser entered his eternal home with his Savior on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. The love Jacob had for Jesus radiated in how he intentionally loved his wife, family, friends, and each person he met. Jacob never met a stranger; he was a fast friend to all.

Jacob is deeply loved by his wife, Emma (Lown) Keiser. They loved...

Earl James Freeman, Jr.

Earl James Freeman, Jr.

Jun 29, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Earl James Freeman Jr., aged 83, who entered into eternal rest on June 29, 2026. Born on August 12, 1942, in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Don and Dorothy Rhoads.

A devoted husband, Earl is survived by his loving wife, Susan Freeman, with whom he shared...

Brian L. Hanna

Brian L. Hanna

Jun 28, 2026

Brian Hanna 69 passed away peacefully on June 28 2026, after a long illness.

Born in Lancaster PA, he was the son of the late John and Nadine Hanna of Lititz.

Brian was a graduate of Warwick High School and Penn State Harrisburg School of Engineering and Technology. He was an Estimator and Project Manager for 24 years and sold precast concrete...

Julia Ann Mowrer

Julia Ann Mowrer

Jun 28, 2026

Julia A. Mowrer, 91, of Holtwood, passed away peacefully on Sunday June 28, 2026. She was the daughter of the late Ralph L. Bowers and Julia A. (Quino) Bowers.

Julia is survived by her daughters, Julia Houser and Dana Mowrer; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and her sister Jeannie Gilbert. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Claude J. Mowrer,...

Jennie M. McElrath

Jennie M. McElrath

Jun 28, 2026

Jennie McElrath, 84, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2026. Born in Lebanon, she was the daughter of the late Benjamin and Elizabeth Bishop. She was preceded in death by her parents, her beloved husband Dale Darwin McElrath, and her siblings: Russell, Joseph, Paul, Benjamin, Albert, Helen, Alberta, and Betty.

Jennie graduated from Cornwall-Lebanon HS and spent 35 years...

Gloria Jean Crawshaw

Gloria Jean Crawshaw

Jun 27, 2026

Gloria J. Crawshaw, 76, of Paradise, PA, went to be with the Lord on June 27, 2026, at her residence. She was an angel here on earth who is now an angel in heaven.

Born on June 9, 1950, in Clearfield, PA, she was the daughter of the late Stanley and Lucy (Verrelli) Yarwasky.

Gloria was a 1968 graduate of Curwensville Area High School and...

Mary Lou Keller

Mary Lou Keller

Jun 27, 2026

Mary Lou Keller, 94 Saint Mark Avenue, Lititz, PA, passed from this life on June 27, 2026 at Lititz, PA. Mrs. Keller was born in 1941 in Lancaster, PA, a daughter of Samuel and Alice Frye.

She was graduated from McCaskey High School, Lancaster, in 1959, and from the Lankenau School of Nursing, Philadelphia, in 1962. She was employed as a...

Christopher Darren Tremellen

Christopher Darren Tremellen

Jun 26, 2026

It is with the heaviest of hearts that our family announces the passing of Christopher D. Tremellen. On June 23, 2026, Chris unexpectedly passed away peacefully at the age of 64. He was born in Lancaster, Pennsylvania on the 24th of March in 1962. Christopher was a loving father, grandfather, son and friend.

He was a talented artist who loved...

Matthew Trevor Heinle

Matthew Trevor Heinle

Jun 26, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved Matthew T. Heinle on June 26, 2026 at the age of 41.

Matt’s capacity for love was limitless. He cherished his family – parents Karen and Fritz; brothers Erik (Lori), Court (Carolina), and Colin (Sarah): nieces and nephews Max, Olivia, Luke, Charlie and Ema and his family...

Carol M. Schreck

Carol M. Schreck

Jun 26, 2026

Carol M. Schreck, 84, of Lititz, passed away peacefully at Landis Homes on Friday, June 26, 2026. Born in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, she was the daughter of the late Gavin and Kathleen (Wilkinson) Young. She was also the loving and faithful wife to Guenter “Peter” Schreck for over 60 years.

Carol spent much of her life in the field of Marriage...

Barbara Bushong Graeter

Barbara Bushong Graeter

Jun 26, 2026

Barbara Bushong Graeter, 90, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2026. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Jay Bushong and Ruth (Milley) Ely. She was married 66 years to her beloved husband John R. Graeter, Jr. who passed in 2024.

Barb was a 1954 graduate of JP McCaskey High School. She worked as an executive...

Betty Lou Serafin

Betty Lou Serafin

Jun 26, 2026

Betty Lou Serafin passed away on June 26, 2026, in Boiling Springs PA. She is survived by her daughter Amy R Serafin of Boiling Springs. Funeral Arrangements are private.

Ronald Lionell Jackson

Ronald Lionell Jackson

Jun 25, 2026

Ronald Lionell Jackson

Ronald Lionell Jackson, 68, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on June 25, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. Born in Richmond, VA, he was adopted into the Jackson Family as a young child and was grateful for their love and that he was given their name. He grew up in Newport News, VA. Ron was the husband to...

Benjamin W. Brooks

Benjamin W. Brooks

Jun 25, 2026

Benjamin W. Brooks, 83, of Lancaster, passed away, Thursday, June 25, 2026. Services will be private and at the convenience of the family.

Melvin Earl Rosier

Melvin Earl Rosier

Jun 25, 2026

Melvin Earl Rosier, 93, of the Glen at Willow Valley, entered into rest at his residence on June 25, 2026. Born in Union City, Erie County, Pennsylvania, Mel was the youngest of six children of Charles and Althena (Burger) Rosier. His father died in 1935, when he was two years of age. His mother dedicated her life to keeping the...

Eugene Nicholas Smolko

Eugene Nicholas Smolko

Jun 25, 2026

Eugene Nicholas "Gene" Smolko, 83, of Lancaster, passed away on June 25, 2026. Gene was the son of the late Michael Steele Smolko and Helen Smolko. He shared more than 50 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Maria Smolko, who preceded him in death in 2017. 

Gene dedicated his career to the steel manufacturing industry, working as a welder for...

Lori A. Patterson Neiswender

Lori A. Patterson Neiswender

Jun 25, 2026

Lori A. Patterson Neiswender, 61, of Lancaster, passed away on Thursday, June 25, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Jennersville, PA, she was the daughter of Dorothy (Harry) Fetter and the late Joseph Patterson.

Lori spent much of her professional life as a waitress, forming meaningful connections with her regular customers and community alike. Notably, she spent over...

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