Obituaries

The most recent obituaries are listed below in alphabetical order.

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Vivienne May Williams-Thompson, 62: Vivienne May Williams-Thompson, 62, of Lancaster passed away Saturday, September 28, 2024. Born in Kemps Hill, Jamaica she was the daughter of the late Charles and Essie (Collins) Williams.; Continue >

Dedjen Dadebo Abbabbo, 69: With hearts heavy and full of gratitude, we share the passing of Dedjen Dadebo Abbabbo, age 69, who peacefully left this world on Thursday, September 19, 2024, at his home in Ephrata. Born in Badewacho, Ethiopia, Dedjen was the cherished son of the late Dadebo Abbabbo and Kewobiye Halabo, and devoted husband to Amsale Alemayehu Yemer. His life was a radiant example of love, humility, and steadfast faith.; Continue >

Donald E. “Don” Armold, 81: Donald E. “Don” Armold, 81, of Lancaster, died peacefully at his home on Wednesday, October 2, 2024. Born in Marietta, he was the son of the late Woodrow W. and Mary Jane Kline Armold. Don was the loving husband of Genevieve Segro Armold and for nearly 32 years they took on life’s adventure together.; Continue >

Amy Yin-Mei Cheung Arnbrecht, 73: Continue >

Paul S. Bartlett, 54: Paul S. Bartlett, 54, of Lancaster, passed away on Friday, September 13, 2024 at Lancaster General Hospital.; Continue >

Barry B. Bell, 83: Barry B. Bell, 83, of Lancaster, passed away at Lancaster General Hospital on Tuesday, September 24, 2024. He was born and raised in Lancaster, the son of the late Wayne T. and Mary Ellen (Sener) Bell. Barry graduated from Lancaster Catholic High School in 1958, then went on the earn his bachelor’s degree from Millersville State College in 1962. He then worked as a lab technician at RCA and Thomson for 37 years.; Continue >

Glenda Broad, 81: Glenda Broad 81, of Marticville, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on September 14th, 2024. She was born and raised in Washington DC by her parents, the late Glenn C. and Ruby D. Hoffmaster. Glenda grew up in the nation's capital before embarking on a life of love, service, and adventure.; Continue >

Marcia A. Bronczyk, 83: Marcia A. Bronczyk, age 83, passed away at her home on October 2, 2024, surrounded by her family. Born in Beaver Falls, PA, she was the daughter of the late Stanley and Stella (Skrajny) Koczur and the devoted wife of 55 years to the late Henry V. Bronczyk.; Continue >

Kathleen “Kathy” Brosey, 62: Kathleen “Kathy” Brosey, 62, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully at home on September 12, 2024. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Jack M. and Mary Lou (Jeffries) Fischer. She was married 41 years to her beloved husband Roger K. Brosey.; Continue >

John R. Brown, 68: John R. Brown, 68, of Lancaster passed away unexpectedly Sunday, September 8, 2024. Born and raised in Ann Arbor, MI, he was the son of the late Douglas Kirby and Mary Elizabeth (Burke) Brown. He was the loving husband of Cynthia (Mowrer) Brown with whom he shared over 29 years of marriage.; Continue >

Lydia Emma Brown, 90: Lydia Emma Brown was welcomed into the gates of heaven on September 24, 2024, at UPMC Lititz, surrounded by her loving family. She was 90 years old. Born April 9, 1934, in Bart Twp., she was the daughter of the late Garfield and Bessy (Parker) Brown.; Continue >

Robert F. Bukowski, 87: Robert F. Bukowski, 87, passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 12, 2024, at Maple Farm Nursing Center in Akron, PA.  He is survived by siblings June, Joe, and Terry; children Mike, Gail, Pat, Marg, Dave, Dan, Dori, and Dina; and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.  ; Continue >

Kevin R. Carpenter, 52: Kevin R. Carpenter, 52, of Lancaster, PA, passed away unexpectedly at home on Sunday, September 8, 2024. Born in Lancaster, PA, he was the son of the late Elizabeth (Reiff) and Leslie Carpenter. Kevin was the beloved husband of Angela "Angie" (Pletcher) Carpenter, with whom he shared over 28 years of marriage.; Continue >

Howard Alan Cox, 93: Howard Alan Cox of Willow Street, PA, died Saturday, September 7, 2024, surrounded by his family at his residence in the memory care unit of The Glen at Willow Valley. Howie was born and raised on Colonial Drive, Mt. Lebanon Township, Pittsburgh, PA to Edwin and Leora Cox on August 26, 1931, and recently celebrated his 93rd birthday.; Continue >

Jere F. Danz: Jere F. Danz of Lititz passed away September 28, 2024, at home, surrounded by his family. He was a cottage resident at United Zion Retirement Community. Born on Cabbage Hill in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Eugene J. and B. Violet Danz and was married to Sally Lohr Danz for 62 years.; Continue >

Dorothy E. DeMascola, 99: Dorothy E. DeMascola, 99, of Lancaster, passed away on October 1, 2024.; Continue >

Jennie Elizabeth (Sapone) DiCola, 89: Jennie Elizabeth (Sapone) DiCola, 89, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2024. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late John and Christine (Pisani) Sapone. She was married 72 years to Quirino A. DiCola, Jr. prior to his passing in 2023.; Continue >

Fred A. Douts, 84: Fred A. Douts, 84, passed away at The Glen at Willow Valley on Friday, September 27, 2024. He shared 43 years of marriage with his wife Shirley A. (Singer) Douts.; Continue >

Lucy E. Drobnak, 83: Lucy E. Drobnak, 83 of Ephrata, died peacefully on Sunday, September 8, 2024, at her residence. Born in Johnstown, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Anna; Continue >

Ernest” Ernie” Dubble, 78: Ernest” Ernie” Dubble, 78, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on September 10, 2024. Ernie was born to the late Harry and Rose Dubble. A brilliant CAD/CAM Specialist, Ernie specialized in Thermal Dynamics and was renowned in his field. He was proud to hold several patents, including those developed for NASA.; Continue >

Audrey F. Eichelberger, 86: We celebrate today the life of our beautiful mother. She was 86 years old when she went to be with our dad Ronald “Ike” Eichelberger after a brief illness. Audrey lived life to the fullest, every day a new adventure. She loved bus trips, the beach, the time spent living in Nova Scotia, quilting, flowers, vegetable gardening, canning and freezing the results of her hard work in the restaurant business until she was 80.; Continue >

Christopher F. Elbert, 64: Christopher F. Elbert, 64, of Lancaster, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend, passed away Tuesday Sep. 24 of natural causes.

Born in Lancaster, to Anne (Haines) and William Elbert Jr., he was the oldest of four children. He graduated from Lancaster Catholic High School in 1978.

During high school he started working for NCS.; Continue >

Kelle Lynn Evans, 62: Kelle Lynn Evans, 62, passed away unexpectedly on September 14, 2024, at Lancaster General Hospital.; Continue >

Jean C. Freeman, 87: Jean C. Freeman, 87 originally from Leesburg, Virginia passed peacefully on Sunday, September 29, 2024 at Mt Hope Nazarene Retirement Community in Manheim, PA.; Continue >

Felicita Fret-Pagan, 83: Felicita Fret-Pagan, 83, of Lancaster, passed away on Monday, September 16, 2024, at Penn State Lancaster Hospital.; Continue >

Bryan Getshall, 41: Bryan Getshall, 41, of Peach Bottom, PA, passed away on September 20, 2024, surrounded by his loving family after a two-year battle with colon cancer.; Continue >

Sherlyn A. Gregg, 90: Sherlyn A. Gregg, 90, formerly of Paradise and Kinzers, passed away Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at Abbeyville Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.; Continue >

Karl J. Guenther, 85: Karl J. Guenther, 85, of Lancaster, passed away on Tuesday, August 17, 2024 at Ephrata Manor.; Continue >

Francis A. Hartman, 94: Francis A. Hartman, of Lancaster and formerly Columbia, passed away on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at Trillium Place. He was born to the late William and Catherine Hartman. Francis was the husband of Gloria P. Hartman with whom he celebrated 70 years of marriage this year.; Continue >

Dale R. Heisey, 63: Dale R. Heisey, 63, of Lancaster, passed away Wednesday, September 25, 2024. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late William and Carol (Cellers) Heisey.; Continue >

Theresa J. (Pickel) Helm, 65: Theresa J. (Pickel) Helm, 65, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on Sunday, September 15, 2024. Born in Lancaster, PA, she was the daughter of Nancy Jane (Spangler) and the late Robert Richard Pickel. Theresa was the beloved wife of Scott A. Helm, with whom she celebrated 34 years of marriage.; Continue >

Edward Albert Henne, 73: Edward Albert Henne, 73, of Frogtown Road, Pequea passed away peacefully with his beloved wife Joyce by his side on Tuesday, September 10, 2024. He was born on January 30, 1951, in Lancaster, the son of the late Harvey L. Henne and Evelyn Harlacker Henne.; Continue >

Joshua David “Jay” Henne, 37: Joshua David “Jay” Henne, 37, of Ephrata, passed away at his residence on Monday, September 16, 2024. Born in Lancaster, Jay was the cherished son of Dawn Michelle Barrick Henne and the late David Frank Henne. He graduated proudly from Hempfield High School, class of 2006, and later earned an associate degree from YTI in York. Known for his strong work ethic, Jay dedicated many years of his life to 2 by Design and Catalinas in Lancaster.; Continue >

Kathleen (Kathy) A. Herr, 76: Kathleen (Kathy) A. Herr, age 76, passed away on October 1, 2024. Born in West Reading, she was the daughter of the late Merlin Miller and Arlene (Tobias) Miller Moore, and Francis E. Moore. She was the devoted high school sweetheart and wife of Richard (Dick) L. Herr whom she married on June 6, 1970.

Kathy graduated from Lampeter-Strasburg High School, class of 1965 and immediately started her career as a legal secretary working for Rengier, Musser and Stengel. She then moved on to work at the firm of Kegel, Kelin, Almy and Grimm and then eventually retiring from Blakinger, Byler and Thomas as a paralegal. She was dedicated and excelled at her career as a paralegal and belonged to The Paralegal Association.; Continue >

A. Ruth Jerchau, 98: Ada Ruth Musser Jerchau went home to be with her Lord and Savior on September 12, 2024.

Ruth was born in Leola on March 4th, 1926 to Martin and Ada Musser. She is the last of 11 in her family: Ira, Esther, Eva, Anna, Mary, Emma, John, Ben, Lloyd, and Norma.

She is survived by two sons, Dale (Sheryn) Jerchau, Daniel (Fannie) Jerchau, both of Lancaster and two daughters, Karin (Tim) White of Lancaster and Kathe (Dean) Bricker of Dayton Ohio. She has 10 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren.; Continue >

Jason Warren Jones, 50: Through many tears and heavy hearts, the family of Jason W. Jones announce his unexpected passing on September 11, 2024, at UPMC Lititz, following a brief illness. He was 50 years old. Born in Oskaloosa, IA he is the son of Max W. and Linda (Sheets) Jones. He was the adoring husband to John Carbon, with whom he shared over 30 years of love, adoration, and memories.; Continue >

Mary Charlotte O’Brien Kegel, 98: Mary Charlotte O’Brien Kegel, beloved mother, wife, sister, and friend, passed peacefully from this life on Monday, September 9, 2024, at the age of 98. She was born on March 6, 1926, in Charleston, South Carolina, the eldest daughter of the late Paul O’Brien and Louise Conlon O’Brien. She spent her childhood living with her family in Argentina and Aruba, returning to Marietta PA at the age of 16. After graduating from Lancaster Catholic High School, she obtained her Registered Nursing degree at St Joseph’s School of Nursing and worked as a public health nurse and an obstetrical nurse for many years, and was involved in the Visiting Nurses Association, serving in a leadership role on its board. She was married to Eugene E Kegel MD in 1947 and, together, they established their home in Lancaster PA, raising 5 children and enjoying 70 years of happy marriage.; Continue >

William Turner Kelley, 97: William Turner Kelley, 97, formerly of Lancaster, PA, passed away on Sept. 22, 2024, at Washington Hospital, Washington, PA.; Continue >

Robert F. Kenavan, 72: Robert F. Kenavan, 72, of Duncannon, PA, passed away on September 17, 2024 at Hershey Medical Center. He was the husband of the late Catherine Morris Kenavan, who passed away in 2004. Born in Brooklyn, NY, he was the son of the late Francis J., Sr. and Mary McKeon Kenavan.; Continue >

Alberta Helen Novick Killian: Alberta Helen Novick Killian, born in Plymouth, PA to the late Frank and Stella Novick who both passed in December of 1984. She was the beloved wife to Theodore J. Killian, Sr. with whom she shared 75 years of marriage.; Continue >

Edward Paul “Ed” Kirchner, 87: Edward Paul “Ed” Kirchner, 87, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2024, at Hospice & Community Care of Mount Joy. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Henry C. and Helen (Steinheiser) Kirchner. He was married 52 years to Judith L. (Cauler) Kirchner who preceded him in passing in 2010.; Continue >

Vincent Casimir Kneizys, 90: Vincent “Vin” Casimir Kneizys, 90, of Landis Homes, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2024. Born in Canton, MA, he was the son of the late Anthony and Alice (Kohansky) Kneizys. He was married 62 years to his beloved wife Joann (DiPietro) Kneizys prior to her passing in 2023.; Continue >

Mary Helen “Peanut” Lambert, 85: Mary Helen "Peanut" (Shope) Lambert, 85, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 10, 2024. Born in Williamsport, she was the daughter of the late Maxine M. (Koch) and William H. Shope. She was the beloved wife of the late Daniel D. Lambert, Sr., with whom she shared over 54 years of marriage.; Continue >

Judith Evelyn Larsen, 83: Judith Evelyn Larsen, 83, of Lancaster, died on October 1, 2024, at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Queens, New York she was the daughter of the late Harry and Doris Hall Kennedy. She is survived by her beloved husband Norman Larsen.; Continue >

Luu Thi Le, 78: Gia đình chúng tôi vô cùng thương tiếc báo tin buồn cùng quý thân bằng quyến thuộc, thân hữu các bạn đạo gần xa, hiền thê, mẹ, bà của chúng tôi là:; Continue >

Vateu Lee, 62: Vateu Lee, 62, of Denver, PA, passed away unexpectedly at work on Wednesday, September 11, 2024. Last week he celebrated 25 years as a production operator at Pepperidge Farm.; Continue >

Lauren R. Lenahan, 34: Lauren R. Lenahan, 34, of New Cumberland, passed away on Sunday, September 29, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of Robert and Joan (Hocker) Heckrote. She was the wife of Jason Lenahan and they were married for 6 years.; Continue >

Marion L. Levandowski, 88: Marion L. Levandowski, 88, entered eternal rest on September 28, 2024, at St. Anne’s Retirement Community, surrounded by her loving family. She was born August 8, 1936, in Pittsburgh, PA to the late Dennis J. “Jack” and Mary Elizabeth “Betty” Lee. She was the devoted wife of Edward R. “Ed” Levandowski for 60 years until his passing last year.; Continue >

Jeffrey M. Magwood, 56: Through many tears, we are sad to announce the unexpected passing of Jeffrey M. Magwood on October 1, 2024. Born in Pittsburgh on June 1, 1968, he was the son of the late William Donald and Ruth Ann Magwood. He was 56 years old.; Continue >

Walter R. Manthey, Jr., 85: Walter R. Manthey, Jr., of Lancaster, passed away September 29, 2024. He was 85 years old and husband of the late Ann Manthey.
Memorial contributions are encouraged to be sent to Hospice & Community Care.; Continue >

Kenneth L. Matz, 96: Kenneth L. Matz, 96, of Brethren Village, Lititz, PA, passed away at Lancaster General Hospital on Sunday, September 15, 2024. Born on January 13, 1928, in Cumru Township, Berks County, he was the son of the late Charles M. and Aquilla H. Matz. For more than 47 years, he was married to the late Gladys (Rottmund) Matz. For nearly 25 years, he was married to Patricia (Huffman) Matz, who survives him.; Continue >

Anne Long Mavrides, 65: Anne Long Mavrides, 65, passed into the presence of her Savior on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at her home after a 5 1/2 year battle with cancer. She was a loving mother, wife, aunt, and friend to many.; Continue >

Suzanne C. McNelis, 96: Suzanne McNelis passed away peacefully at the age of 96 on September 7, 2024, at The Glen at Willow Valley in Willow Street, PA. Born in Upper Darby, PA, she was the daughter of the late William E. and Catharine (McDonnell) Comly.; Continue >

Jill S. McVey, 78: Jill S. McVey, age 78, passed away peacefully at the Lancaster General Hospital on Monday September 9, 2024, following a brief illness. Her daughter and son-in-law were by her side. Jill was born in Lancaster, PA, to the late Donald Witmer Sr. and Harriet (Huber) Witmer.; Continue >

Emily A. (Speicher) Miller, 95: Emily A. (Speicher) Miller, 95, of Lititz, passed away on Saturday, September 7, 2024. Born on a farm in N. Heidelberg, Twp. in N. Heidelberg, PA, she was the daughter of the late Katie (Blatt) and Calvin Speicher. She was the beloved wife of the late Ray Miller, who passed in 2013.; Continue >

Mark S. Mohr, 64: Mark S. Mohr, 64, of Lancaster, passed away on September 12, 2024, following a battle with cancer. Born in Lancaster to Gertrude and the late Donald J. Mohr, Mark dedicated his life to masonry and took great pride in his craft. He finished his last few years of employment at Clark Associates.; Continue >

C. Franklin (Frank) Moore, 73: On September 21st, Charles Franklin (Frank) Moore, 73, of Lancaster, went home to be with his heavenly father. He was the son of the late John Cary Moore, Sr. & Linda Mae Green Moore. He was preceded in death by his beloved infant son, Grant Kendall Moore.; Continue >

Myra Jane Gebhardt Ober, 98: Continue >

Michael James “Mike” Omensetter, 72: Sweet, devoted husband, proud father to two outstanding men, and caring step father, Michael James “Mike” Omensetter, 72, of Bareville, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2024. Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late James and Anna “Lois” (Rostick) Omensetter. He was married over 16 years to his beloved wife Faye B. (Shaub) Omensetter.; Continue >

Ruth E. Parmer, 95: Ruth E. Parmer, 95, formerly of East Petersburg, passed away on Sunday, September 29, 2024. She was the wife of the late Robert L. Parmer, who passed away in 2002. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Elizabeth Ober Ruhl.; Continue >

Dat T. Phan, 70: Dat T. Phan, 70, a beloved, husband and brother of Lancaster passed away Monday, September 16, 2024, at Neffsville Nursing & Rehabilitation. Born in Saigon, Vietnam on July 23, 1954, he was the son of the late Tan Thanh Phan and Cao Thi Nguyen. He was the husband of Kim Loan Bui who he had been married to since 2000.; Continue >

Jeffrey William Plank, 53: Jeffrey passed away Saturday, September 28, 2024, in his home in Bird-in-Hand surrounded by immediate family, after a lengthy battle with heart failure.; Continue >

Jean Greiner Rathsam, 93: Jean Greiner Rathsam, age 93 of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2024. Born and raised in Lancaster, Jean was the beloved daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth (Greulich) Greiner and the devoted wife of the late Charles “Charlie” Rathsam.; Continue >

Paul F. Ressel, Sr., 92: Paul F. Ressel, Sr., age 92, passed away on September 29, 2024, at the Lancaster Nursing and Rehab Center, where he was a resident for 3 years. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late John S. and Minnie Schmook Ressel.; Continue >

Anna Kroiss Reynolds, 98: On Saturday, September 21, Anna Mary (Kroiss) Reynolds, a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away at the impressive age of 98. Born in Innernzell, Bavaria in 1926, Anna came to this country at the age of 5. It was here, in Lancaster, where she would make her home for the next 93 years.; Continue >

Nancy Yunginger Rhoads: Nancy Rhoads passed away peacefully on October 1st, 2024 in the presence of her son, Joseph D. Miller. Born in Lancaster, she was the eldest daughter of the late B. Frank and Mary (Dussinger) Yunginger.; Continue >

Mary E. Rohrer, 78: Mary E. Rohrer, 78, of Willow Street, passed away at her residence on Monday, September 16, 2024, surrounded by her family.; Continue >

Jennifer K. Schuck-Seas, 59: Jennifer Schuck-Seas, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, passed away peacefully, leaving a lasting legacy of love and compassion. She is survived by her devoted husband, Nathan Seas; her daughter Shay Lynn Dixon (son-in-law Demetrius Dixon); her son Andre Munday; her two cherished grandchildren, Skylar and Stan; her sister Sara Ewing (brother-in-law Rick Ewing); her brother Jonathon Schuck (sister-in-law Rhonda Ewing); nieces and nephews Joshue, Vicki (Sam), Rachel, Joel (Chandley), Andrew, Dani; Mother-in-law Melody, Grandmother-in-law Linda Horvath and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, and church family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bruce and LeAnn Schuck.; Continue >

Verna V. (Schmeck) Shumate, 83: Verna V. (Schmeck) Shumate, 83 of Columbia, PA and formerly of Brunnerville, passed away at her home on Friday, September 13, 2024 surrounded by her family.; Continue >

Nicholas Peter Skiadas, MD, 48: It is with great sadness that our family announces the passing of Dr. Nicholas Peter Skiadas on September 13th, 2024, in Lancaster, PA. Dr. Nick was born on May 22, 1976, in Winchester, Massachusetts. He was a beloved son to Peter (Pano) Skiadas and Voula (Demestihas) Skiadas, and ever-loving brother to Dr. Anthony Skiadas, married to Kara Skiadas.; Continue >

Anna Marie Smith, 71: Anna Marie Smith, age 71, passed away on September 19, 2024 at Newport Meadows in Christiana. She was the daughter of the late Albert and Claire (Stocker) Medora. She was a graduate of Lancaster Catholic High School.

Anna enjoyed being outdoors horseback riding, gardening and cooking. She enjoyed dancing and singing, especially karaoke. She loved her dogs and spending time with her family.; Continue >

James “Jim” W. Smith, 57: James W. “Jim” Smith, 57, of Lancaster, died unexpectedly at Hershey Medical Center on Wednesday, September 18, 2024. He was the son of the late Charles R. Smith and survived by his mother Pauline Steller Smith and his sister Jennifer L. Smith.; Continue >

Russell William Stabler, 69: Russell William Stabler, 69, passed away on September 24, 2024, at his home in Lancaster, PA. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Christine Stabler; their children and their spouses, Kate (Helyx Horowitz) Stabler and Ben (Annie) Stabler; and his two grandsons, Avi and Sol. He is also survived by his sister, Rita Brown, her daughters, Sarah and Jennifer, and his lifelong best friend, Ken Wagner.; Continue >

Robert G. Starr, 88: Robert G. Starr, 88, of Lancaster, passed away on September 25, 2024.
He was the husband of Susanna Raezer Starr. Born in Rohrerstown, he was the son of the late Erwin and Esther Garber Starr.; Continue >

Jeffrey M. Stepina, 64: Jeffrey M. Stepina, of Lititz, passed away at Legends of Lititz on September 19, 2024. He was 64 years old. Born September 10, 1960, he was the son of the late Victor M. and Lillian (Delanoy) Stepina. He was the devoted husband of Frances (Hawke) Stepina, until her passing in 2014.; Continue >

William R. Stober: William R. Stober “Bill”, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather passed away peacefully Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at Luther Acres, Lititz, PA.; Continue >

Edith F. “Edie” Tennis, 89: Edith F. “Edie” Tennis, 89, of Lititz, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2024. Born in Ephrata, PA, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Ellen (Faus) Bollinger. She was married to Donald L. Tennis prior to his untimely passing in 1993.; Continue >

Anthony J. “Tony” Toth, 80: Anthony J. “Tony” Toth, 80, of Lancaster passed away after a brief illness on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at Hospice & Community Care in Mount Joy. Born in Perth Amboy, NJ, he was the son of the late George and Veronica (Zyskowski) Toth. He was the husband of Lee A. (Dietrich) Toth with whom he shared over 44 years of loving marriage.; Continue >

Hilda L. Treasure, 96: With heavy hearts the family of Hilda L. Treasure announce her passing on September 10, 2024, in Springfield, VA. She was 96. Born in Bolivar, PA, she was the daughter of the late Donato and Giselda (Patriaca) Antonacci. She was the devoted wife of Blair Treasure for over 64 years, until his passing in 2016.; Continue >

Waldemar Vicente, 63: Waldemar Vicente, 63, of Lancaster, PA, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2024. Waldemar was a devoted husband to his beloved wife, Ana Rivera. He worked as a machine operator for 40 years. He was known for his hard work and dedication. Waldemar was committed to providing for his family, a role he took immense pride in throughout his life.; Continue >

John David “Dave” Wagner, 59: John David “Dave” Wagner, 59, of Lititz, passed away on Friday, September 20, 2024. Born in Lancaster, PA, he was the son of the late Linda C. (Orndorff) and James L. Wagner.; Continue >

Tony M. Wang, 76: Tony M. Wang, 76, of Lancaster, passed away at Hospice & Community Care with his loving wife Patricia by his side on Friday, September 20, 2024. They shared 40 years together.; Continue >

Linda Marie Weitzel, 73: Linda Marie Weitzel, 73, of Mountville, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2024. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Wilburt and Irene (Meeks) Rankin. She was married 41 years to her beloved husband Joseph Edward Weitzel, and together for 51 years.; Continue >

Robert D. Weitzel, 87: Robert D. Weitzel, 87, of Lancaster was surrounded by loved ones when he passed away on September 21, 2024, after a long and fulfilling life.; Continue >

Christine Ann Yates, 80: Chris Yates, 80, died at home on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, of lung cancer. Born in Lancaster, she was a daughter of the late Luther A. and Ruth L. (Harnish) Darmstaetter. She was the wife of Robert S. Yates, who died in August 2022, two months after celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary.

As a child, Chris lived in Yonkers, NY; White Plains, NY; Springfield, PA; and Rosemont, PA. After graduating from Radnor High School (1961) and completing the keypunch program at Peirce School (now Peirce College) in Philadelphia, she returned to Lancaster and worked at the Strasburg Railroad gift shop (started by her mother’s cousin, Marian Moedinger, with husband Bill Moedinger) and then in the computer department at Millersville University until becoming a mother. After raising three girls (and volunteering at their elementary school and for the Republican Committee), Chris worked in food service (at Armstrong on Liberty Street, Lancaster Catholic High School, and the Lancaster County Courthouse) as well as in data entry and customer service. She also helped in the Lancaster flower shop of her late sister, Barbara Cipriano, and late niece, Donna Cipriano.; Continue >

William J. Zee, III, 50: William (Bill) J. Zee, III, 50, dedicated husband, father, uncle, brother, friend, philanthropist, and attorney, unexpectedly passed away on September 22, 2024. The great joy of Bill’s life was spending time with and telling others about his loving wife and best friend of 24 years, Seana (McKendry); his two sons, Liam and Ronan and his daughter Maeve. To say he adored them would be an understatement.; Continue >

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