Obituaries

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Sandra “Sandi” Adamkowski, 75: Sandra “Sandi” Adamkowski, 75, of Hershey, went into the glory of God’s Kingdom, May 23, 2023. She was welcomed into the world on November 18, 1947, in Stamford, CT to Chester and Helen (Bishop) Adamkowski.; Continue >

Alberto M. Apacible, 86: Alberto M. Apacible, 86, of Lancaster, passed away on Saturday, May 27 2023.

He was the husband of Rosario Reprado Apacible, with whom he shared 17 years of marriage this past May 26th. Born in Manila, Philippines, he was the son of the late Jose Apacible, Sr. and Maria Panganiban Apacible. He was preceded in death by his brother Jose Apacible, Jr and his first wife, Lucrecia H. Apacible who is mother to Marie Louise and Edward Joseph.

Alberto had served as the vice president for the former Republic National Bank in New York, with a 40- year career in banking services. Prior to coming to the United States in 1970, he had been an attorney in the Philippines.; Continue >

Lisa Jane Armstrong, 73: Lisa Jane Armstrong, 73, of Lancaster, PA formerly of Wilmington, DE passed away on Wednesday, May 31, 2023.; Continue >

Rev. Paul Baranek, 89: Rev. Paul Baranek, 89, passed away at Luther Acres, Lititz, PA, on Tuesday, May 9, 2023. He shared 35 years of marriage with his wife Martha Stava Baranek. Born in New York City with Slovakian heritage, Paul was the son of the late Paul and Anna (Sukup) Baranek. He earned a Master’s Degree in Clinical Counseling from Fairleigh Deckinson University as well as a Master's Degree in Divinity from Philadelphia Seminary.; Continue >

Roberta Eleen Barnes, 95: Roberta Eleen Barnes, 95, born in Chicago, Illinois, passed away of natural causes at Brethren Village on May 25, 2023, in the company of four of her six children. Eleen, as she was usually called, was the only child of Andrew Marshall and Emily Ione (Sansom) Grace. Yet she enjoyed raising a large family of her own.; Continue >

Ruth M. Becker, 91: Ruth M. Becker, of Lititz, PA, passed away on June 1st, at the age of 91. She was born in Manheim Township and was the daughter of Ivan H. and Esther B. Snyder. She was the wife of the late Warren S. Becker. They celebrated 62 years of marriage until his passing in 2017.; Continue >

Jamie R. (Bowers) Belange, 60: Jamie R. (Bowers) Belange, 60, of Leola, PA passed away on Sunday, May 7, 2023. Born in Galeton, PA she was the daughter of the late Shirley (Rineer) and James Bowers, Sr. She was the wife to Yvelend Belange with whom she shared 19 years of marriage.; Continue >

Mary Catherine “Cathy” (Ruddell) Belden, 74: Mary Catherine “Cathy” (Ruddell) Belden, passed peacefully on May 16th after a four-year battle with cancer.

Born on August 18, 1948, to John and Mary Ruddell, she was raised in Kalamazoo Michigan with her three brothers.; Continue >

Katsuko Bowen, 77: Katsuko Bowen, 77, passed away May 16, 2023, at Hamilton Arms, Lancaster. Born June 5, 1945, in Japan, she was the daughter of the late Kozo and Ei Hidano.; Continue >

Dr. Glenn S. Breidenstine, 89: Dr. Glenn S. Breidenstine, a well-known orthodontist in Lancaster and Ephrata, died May 18, 2023 following a wonderful life in Lancaster and Hershey. He was 89 years old. He was the devoted husband of Patricia Buckwalter Breidenstine, and they celebrated their 67th anniversary on October 8, 2022. He often said that, “Patricia was the best thing that ever happened to him.” He was the son of the late A.G. and Ella Steffy Breidenstine.; Continue >

Rhoda Shenk Breneman, 79: Rhoda Shenk Breneman, 79, Mountville, graduated to Glory and went to be with her Loving Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, May 25, 2023.; Continue >

Howard “Jay” Brenner Sr., 76: Howard “Jay” Brenner Sr. of Willow Street passed away May 17, 2023. He was born to the late John and Mildred Brenner in the fall of 1946. Howard was drafted into the Army soon after high school and served his country proudly. He served as a helicopter mechanic and assisted with taking his fellow wounded soldiers away from the battlefield.; Continue >

Lester Parke Brown Sr. “Pap”, 86: Lester Parke Brown Sr. “Pap”, 86, of Lancaster PA passed away May 7, 2023. He was born to the late Veryle D. Brown and Edna Hess in Lancaster. Pap worked as a truck driver, hauling milk, tomatoes and dry goods for many years at W.H. Johns Trucking. When his daughter, Cindy was born, he moved on to be a diesel mechanic. He dedicated 45 years to the company and retired with them. Parke had many nieces and nephews, and although he never had any biological grandchildren, he had many step-grandchildren which he treated like his own.; Continue >

Daniel T. Burgman, 63: Daniel T. Burgman, 63 of New Providence, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2023, with his love Polly by his side. He was born May 22, 1959, in McKeesport. He was the oldest of the six children born to the late Emanuel and Mary Anne Burgman. A graduate of Norwin School District, class of 77, he entered the workforce quickly and began his career at the Duquesne Mill. After the closure of the mill, he used the training provided to become an HVAC technician which in turn brought him to Lancaster County.; Continue >

John Allen Burke, 82: John Allen Burke, 82, of Lititz, passed away at his residence surrounded by his family on May 6, 2023.; Continue >

David Harold Burkholder, 73: David Harold Burkholder, age 73, of Leola passed away at home on May 11, 2023. Born in Chambersburg, PA., he was the son of the late Samuel H. and Barbara Rhoda (Wenger) Burkholder.; Continue >

Christine A. Conner, 81: Christine A. Conner, 81, of Lancaster, entered eternal rest on June 1, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Chester, PA, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Sadie A. Goralski.; Continue >

Rita Ann (Farr) Cox, 88: Rita Ann (Farr) Cox, 88, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on Monday, May 15, 2023, at Hospice & Community Care surrounded by her loving family. Born in Athens, PA, she was the daughter of the late John and Nora Farr.; Continue >

Virginia A. “Ginny” Dalton, 87: Viriginia A. “Ginny” Dalton, 87, of Brethren Village, passed away on Wednesday, May 24, 2023. Born in Coatesville, she was the daughter of the late Raleigh B. and Jane E. (Wright) Hughes.; Continue >

Donald A. Dancause, 86: Donald A. Dancause, age 86, of Columbia, passed May 23, 2023 at St. Anne’s Retirement Home. He was born in Columbia to the late George A. and Catherine (Schauren) Dancause.; Continue >

Joseph D. Devine, 86: Joseph D. Devine, age 86, passed away on May 25, 2023 at Hamilton Arms Center in Lancaster. Born in Lebanon, PA., he was the son to the late James and Edna (Snyder) Devine. A proud Golden Gloves boxing champion as a teen, Joseph went on to proudly serve in the U.S. Air Force. After returning from service, he married his faithful wife of 63 years, Hilda Breit, on October 3, 1959.; Continue >

Quirino Adam DiCola, Jr., 91: Quirino Adam “Pepsi” DiCola, Jr., 91, of Lancaster, passed away on Monday, May 15, 2023. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Quirino, Sr. and Mary Rose (Carello). He was married for over 72 years to his beloved wife, Jennie E. (Sapone) DiCola.; Continue >

Irvin E. Ditzler, 93: Irvin E. Ditzler, 93, of East Petersburg, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family at Mennonite Home Communities, on Tuesday, May 23, 2023. Born in Lititz, he was the son of the late Jacob and Edna (Young) Ditzler. He was the devoted husband for over 50 years to the late Nancy J. (Lehn) Ditzler, until her passing March 1, 2003.; Continue >

Keith E. Doutrich, 60: Keith E. Doutrich, 60, of Lititz passed away on Saturday, May 20, 2023 at Lancaster General Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Born in Lancaster, PA he was the son of Patsy (Sullenberger) Gravesande and Joseph Doutrich. He was the beloved husband to Lisa (Balmer) with whom he celebrated over 32 years of marriage.; Continue >

James D. Eby, 85: James D. “Jim” Eby entered into rest on Sunday, May 14, 2023. He was the loving husband of Millie (Danner) Eby with whom he shared over 62 years of marriage. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Harold and Anna (Houck) Eby.; Continue >

Cosimo Miano Forte, 86: Cosimo Miano Forte, (Gus) 86 – of Lancaster, PA, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 26th at Penn State Health Medical Center in Lancaster.; Continue >

Owen Osborne (Buck) Freeman, 64: Owen Osborne (Buck) Freeman, III, age 64, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on May 17, 2023 at Lancaster General Hospital.; Continue >

Joyce L. Frey, 76: Joyce L. Frey, 76, of Lancaster, passed away on Friday, May 12, 2023 at Lancaster Nursing and Rehabilitation.; Continue >

Peggy A. Givler Reed, 69: Peggy A. Givler Reed, age 69, passed away on Wednesday May 24, 2023. Born in Ephrata, PA she was the daughter of the late Betty (Pierce) and George H. Givler.; Continue >

Raymond J. Good, 85: Raymond J. Good, 85, of Willow Valley, formerly of Ocean City, NJ, passed away Saturday, May 6, 2023, surrounded by his loving wife and children. Born in Somerville, NJ, he was the son of the late John and Stella (Kalamarz) Good. He was the husband of Elizabeth R. “Betty” (Reid) Good with whom he shared over 63 years of marriage.; Continue >

Jay Robert “Bob” Habecker, 90: Jay Robert Habecker (“Bob”) was a kind, decent, nature-loving man who cherished his family and served his country. He was a gardener at heart, and for most of his life tended the area in Lancaster County around his home and the farm where he was born on Spring Valley Road. The flowers he planted delight everyone who passes by his former home, especially in the spring when the daffodils and tulips bloom that he intended as a gift of beauty for his wife and daughter.; Continue >

Abbey Ina (Cohen) Harris, 67: Abbey Ina Harris, 67, of Lititz, PA, and formerly of Milton, MA, passed away at home on Tuesday, May 30, 2023. She was the daughter of the late Ralph and Esther (Yakus) Cohen. She recently celebrated 44 years of marriage on May 27th with her beloved husband Arnold Jay Harris.; Continue >

Marla L. Haynick, 76: Marla L. Haynick, 76, of East Lampeter Twp., passed away at Brethren Village on Tuesday, May 30, 2023. Born in Harrisburg, she was the daughter of the late Harry E. and Jean L. (Martin) Dahr.; Continue >

Shirley Mae (Eshleman) Helm, 85: Shirley Mae (Eshleman) Helm received her angel wings on Sunday, May 7th in the comfort of her 8 children.; Continue >

Karen L. Hennessey, 57: Karen L. Hennessey passed peacefully in her sleep on June 3, 2023, at 3 AM.

Born in Lancaster, PA she was the daughter of the late Patricia S. Snyder and Leroy M Spade.; Continue >

Abigail Elizabeth Howard, 40: Abigail Elizabeth Howard, age 40, passed away unexpectedly on May 30, 2023. Born in Pottstown, Abby was the daughter of Ted and Sandy (Hohenwarter) Heisey. She was a graduate of Manheim Township class of 2000 and The Pennsylvania State University class of 2004 with a degree in journalism. Abby attended St. Anne’s Catholic Church all her life.; Continue >

Dr. David H. Johnson, 66: Dr. David H. Johnson of Lancaster, PA, passed away on May 15, 2023. Dr. Johnson was 66 years old and a native of east Tennessee. He was an associate professor of Social Work at Millersville University. He earned his PhD at the University of Texas in Austin and taught at Millersville since 2009. He was co-author of a widely used textbook in the field of Social Welfare policy and was published in numerous scholarly journals. He published a novel, Miss Alfie’s Secret, that is currently available on Amazon.; Continue >

Errol E.L. Julien, 86: Errol E.L. Julien, 86, of Lancaster, passed away at home on May 16, 2023, surrounded by his family. Born in Petit Bourg, Trinidad, he was the son of the late Herbert C. and Mable Julien. She shared over 40 years of marriage with Daphne Julien, until her passing in May 2005.; Continue >

Debra K. Keen, 64: Debra K. Keen, 64, of Millersville, PA passed away on Sunday, May 21, 2023 after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Lancaster, PA. Debra was the daughter of the late Patricia (Fritsch) and Don Wolf. She was the beloved wife to Robert "Skinner" Keen with whom she shared over 31 years of marriage.; Continue >

Kenneth B. Kepple, 81: Kenneth B. “Ken” Kepple, 81, of Lancaster and formerly of Johnstown, passed away surrounded by family on Monday, May 29, 2023. Born in Johnstown, he was the son of the late Bernard and Dorothy (Meyers) Kepple. He was married for over 59 years to his beloved wife, Loretta (Solomon) Kepple.; Continue >

Reita King, 91: Reita King, 91, passed away at Willow Valley Communities, Willow Street, PA, on Friday, May 26, 2023. Born in Clovis, NM on January 3, 1932, she was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years (Jerry King Sr.).; Continue >

Judith B. Kozma, 81: Judith B. Kozma, 81, of Lancaster, Pennsylvania passed away on May 20, 2023 at Carolyn’s House hospice residence after a brief illness. She will be missed by many and remembered as an energetic, kind, and loving person. Judy had a zest for life and treasured her relationships with family, her many friends, and with God.; Continue >

Ira S. Landis, 83: Ira S. Landis (Ike), of Strasburg, died on May 16, 2023, after a short illness at Lancaster General Hospital, at the age of 83.

He was the son of the late Benjamin L. Landis and the late Ella Mae Landis.; Continue >

Helen N. Layendecker, 97: Helen N. Layendecker, 97, of Lancaster, PA passed away on Sunday, June 4, 2023. Born in Green Tree, PA she was the daughter of the late Mary (Wolf) and Vernon Wiggins. She was the beloved wife to the late Louis R. Layendecker, who passed in 2003.; Continue >

Barbara A. Leutner, 88: Barbara A. Leutner, 88, of Lititz, formerly of Delaware and Holmes, PA, went into the arms of angels, on May 19, 2023. Born in Colwyn, PA, she was the daughter of the late David and Margaret Chester. In September, she would have celebrated 70 years of marriage, memories, and devoted love with William G. Leutner.; Continue >

Daren Lewis, Sr., 50: Daren Lewis, Sr., 50, of Lancaster, PA passed away on Friday, May 5, 2023 after a brave battle with cancer. Born in Lancaster, PA he was the son of Dorothy (Hogue) Lewis and Joseph D. Lewis. He was the beloved husband to Heather (Sevage) Lewis of Osceola, PA.; Continue >

Lloyd L. Lockard, III, 70: Lloyd L. Lockard, III, 70 of Lancaster, passed away at home on Saturday, May 20, 2023. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Lloyd, Jr. and Janice (Hart) Lockard. He was married for over 51 years to his beloved wife Linda M. (Styer) Lockard.; Continue >

David Charles MacIntyre, 73: David Charles MacIntyre, 73, passed away at his Lancaster home on Saturday, May 6, 2023. Dave is survived by his longtime companion and wife of 16 years, Judith (Thum) MacIntyre.; Continue >

John David McConnell, 29: John David McConnell, age 29, passed away at his home Saturday, May 6, 2023. Born in La Mesa, California, he was the son of the late John McConnell and Maritza (Montero) Sweigart.; Continue >

John J. McFalls, 83: John J. McFalls, 83, entered into God's eternal care on May 25th, 2023, at home. Born November 10th, 1939, in Lancaster PA, he was a son of the late Frank J. McFalls and Evelyn C. (Miller). John was a 1958 graduate of J.P. McCaskey High School where he earned nine varsity letters in track, football, basketball, and swimming.; Continue >

Helen A. Misshula, 92: Helen A. Misshula, 92, of Lititz, passed away on Sunday, May 21, 2023.

She was the wife of the late Robert Misshula, who passed away in 1995. Born in Jersey City, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Elizabeth Papin Sturrock.; Continue >

Harry K. Monahas, 80: Harry K. Monahas, 80, of Lancaster, passed away after a short illness on May 13, 2023 surrounded by his family.

He was the husband of Koula (Samaras) Monahas, with whom he shared 53 years of marriage this past March 8th. Born in Kos, Greece, he was the son of the late Kimon and Kidonia (Parveris) Monahas.; Continue >

J. Vernon “Bud” Moore, 93: J. Vernon “Bud” Moore, 93, of Millersville passed away Monday, May 8, 2023. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Henry J. and Elizabeth K. (Groff) Moore. He was the husband of the late Delores J. “Dolly” (Hively) Moore who passed away in 2009.; Continue >

Sarah “Sally” O’Reilly, 82: Sarah “Sally” O’Reilly, 82, of St. Anne’s Retirement Community, went into the arms of the Lord on May 6, 2023. Born in Sligo, Ireland, she was the daughter of the late Owen and Margaret McDonagh.; Continue >

Eleanor “Ellie” A. Parkes, 93: Eleanor “Ellie” A. Parkes, 93, of Lancaster passed away on May 18, 2023. She was born the sixth child of John and Mary (Wiensic) Pater in the spring of 1930.; Continue >

Craig S. Peck, 70: Craig S. Peck, of Lancaster, 70, died peacefully at Lancaster General Hospital on Wednesday, May 24, 2023.; Continue >

Robin L. McCoury Powell, 67: Robin L McCoury Powell, 67, passed away at her sister’s Manor Township home on Wednesday, May 31, 2023, under the care of Hospice & Community Care. She was born in West Grove, the daughter of the late Raphall M. McCoury, Jr. and the late Frances J. (Elville) McCoury.; Continue >

Thomas J. Prokop, 61: Thomas J. Prokop, 61, of Lancaster, PA passed away on Sunday, May 7, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. Born in Lancaster, PA he was the son of the late Janet (Stack) and Thomas J. Prokop. He was the beloved husband to Randy Rudy, with whom he shared over 9 years of marriage.; Continue >

Genevieve “Ginny” R. Raihl, 57: Genevieve “Ginny” R. Raihl, 57, passed away unexpectedly on May 8, 2023, at Lancaster General Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of Roberta (Lewis) and Wilbur Yoder.; Continue >

Richard “Rick” B. Rittenhouse, 63: Richard B. Rittenhouse, 63, passed away at his Strasburg Township home on Friday, May 19, 2023, following a lengthy battle with ALS. Rick was the loving husband of Arlene R. (Urban) Rittenhouse for 34 years, and she was his “baby” for 8 years before that.; Continue >

Marian L. Russell, 77: Marian L. Russell, 77, of Pequea, went into the arms of angels on May 16, 2023, surrounded by loved ones, at her home. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Myer M. and Lizzy M. Groff. She shared over 50 years of love, marriage, and memories with Larry L. Russell, until his passing in May 2020.; Continue >

Michelle Santiago: he stars in the sky became dimmer on May 22, 2023 with the passing of Michelle Santiago. Michelle was born in Brooklyn, New York to Angel R. Santiago and Natividad Gonzalez.; Continue >

Henry E. Sauber, 91: Sauber, Henry E., 91, of Willow Valley, passed away, Saturday, May 13, 2023. Funeral Services will be held at the convenience of the family in Mebane, North Carolina.; Continue >

Nelson K. Schlegelmilch, 87: Nelson K. Schlegelmilch, 87, of Lancaster, passed away on Monday, May 15, 2023 at Oak Leaf Manor North. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late James K. and Elizabeth (Lenhard) Schlegelmilch. He was the husband of the late Judith L. Schlegelmilch.; Continue >

Jordan Anthony Scott, 29: Jordan Anthony Scott, age 29, of Lancaster passed away too suddenly and unexpectedly on May 20, 2023. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of Barbara Scott and Robert Lebron.; Continue >

Barbara A. Shetrompf, 80: Barbara A. Shetrompf, 80, of Lancaster passed away Friday, May 5, 2023 at LGH. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Clarence and Ella (Striggle) Hackart. She was the loving wife of Ronald Earl Shetrompf with whom she shared over 61 years of marriage.; Continue >

Betty L. Singleton, 94: Betty L. Singleton, 94, of Lancaster passed into the arms of our Lord on May 7, 2023. She was born to late parents Harry Graham and Martha (Slicer) Graham. Betty was a graduate of the 1948 class of Manheim Township, and a longtime member of the Long Memorial United Methodist Church.; Continue >

Anna L. Smith, 98: Anna Smith, 98, of Lititz passed away Sunday, May 28, 2023. Born in Todd, PA, she was the daughter of the late Clyde and Rebecca (Hershey) Heeter. She was the wife of the late Marlin H. Smith who passed away in 1997.; Continue >

David P. Smith, 66: David P. Smith passed away peacefully on May 19th, 2023 after a long illness. Born in Kenosha, Wisconsin, son of the late H. Edward Smith and Beverly (Foote) Smith.; Continue >

Steven E. Smith, 67: Steven E. Smith, 67, of Lancaster, PA formerly of Ripley, NY passed away on Monday, May 15, 2023 at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Erie, PA he was the son of the late Vivian (Short) and Raymond Smith. He was the beloved husband to Lorinda (Knapp) Smith with whom he shared over 45 years of marriage.; Continue >

Rosemarie Spencer, 87: Rosemarie Spencer, 87, of Lampeter TWP, passed away peacefully in her home on Tuesday, May 9, 2023. Born in Lancaster PA, she was the daughter of Grace L. Kirk and Daniel Hardy, both deceased. She was preceded in death by a son, Daniel Stitzel and her late husband of 50 years, Robert L. Spencer.; Continue >

Gail P. Stump, 87: Gail P. Stump, 87, of Manor Twp., passed away at home, Thursday, May 25, 2023. Born in Taylor, PA, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Margaret (Griffin) Sheridan. Gail was the loving wife of Chester A. Stump, who died in 2005.; Continue >

Timothy H. Stump, 60: Timothy H. Stump, 60, of Lancaster, PA passed away on May 12, 2023 at Lancaster General Hospital, with his family by his side. He was the husband of more than 36 years to Kelly Criddle. They lived a wonderful life together. Born in Lancaster, PA, he was the son of the late Howard J. Stump and Carol A. Eichmann Stump.; Continue >

Merida Torres, 107: Mérida Torres, born on May 15, 1916, in Cayey, Puerto Rico, passed away peacefully at home on May 24, 2023, at the age of 107. “Abuela Meri” was adored by her family and friends and always shared a

welcoming “Hola” with everyone she encountered and a well-wishing “God bless you on the way” - Qué

Dios te bendiga - as her goodbye.; Continue >

Doreen “Sue” M. Valesano, 83: Doreen "Sue" M. Valesano, 83, of Lititz, passed away on Saturday, May 27, 2023. She was the wife of the late Eugene "Geno" Valesano, with whom she shared 54 years of a beautiful marriage. Doreen, also known as Sue, was born in Wheatley, Ontario, Canada, to the late Marjorie (Clarke) and Harold H. Simpson.; Continue >

Sandra Wall, 80: Sandra Wall, 80, of Lititz passed away Thursday, May 18, 2023. Born March 4,1943 in Lititz, she was the daughter of the late William and Alverta Spade.; Continue >

Delores I. “Dee” Worley, 87: Delores I. “Dee” Worley, 87, of Lititz, passed away, Wednesday, May 31, 2023, at Neffsville. Born in Vandergrift, PA, she was the daughter of the late Matthew E. and Margaret (Fuller) Dodson. Dee was the loving wife of Robert L. Worley, with whom she celebrated nearly 69 years of marriage.; Continue >

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