Recent Obituaries

Lancaster, PA and surrounding areas

An Map

An Map

May 22, 2026

An Map

An Map, 46, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on May 22, 2026, at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Thailand, she was the daughter of Sinam ET and the late Sim Map.

An enjoyed cooking and traveling anywhere and everywhere. She loved spending time with her daughter. An was a selfless person and would take care of others before herself.

In addition...

Margaret Diane Shaw

Margaret Diane Shaw

May 21, 2026

Margaret Diane Shaw, 97, of Willow Valley Communities, passed away Thursday, May 21, 2026. Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Alexander C. and Anna May (Wright) Steele.

Margaret earned her Bachelor's degree in Secondary Education from Temple University and then went on to receive her Master's degree in Library Science from Villanova University. She taught in schools...

Linda Criticos

Linda Criticos

May 21, 2026

Linda Criticos, aged 78, passed away at her home on May 21, 2026, comforted by family. Born and raised in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Sidney and Dorothy (Stark) Hall, Sr. and the wife of the late Angelo Criticos.

Linda enjoyed baking, always preparing her family's favorite treats when asked, and she was asked often. She loved...

William J. Doherty

William J. Doherty

May 20, 2026

William J. Doherty

William J. Doherty, 77, of Quarryville, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2026, at Lancaster General Hospital.

Born in Scranton, Pennsylvania, Bill was the son of the late James and Mary (Gavin) Doherty. He was the beloved husband of Mary (Muir) Doherty, with whom he shared 57 years of faithful marriage, building a life marked by love, commitment,...

Benjamin J. DeCorte

Benjamin J. DeCorte

May 20, 2026

The family of Benjamin J. DeCorte announce his passing on May 20, 2026, at the age of 36. Born on June 5, 1989, and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana, Ben brought excitement to the lives of everyone he encountered and will be remembered for his sharp intellect and incredible sense of humor. 

After earning his Master's degree from Villanova University, where...

Paul Clifford Story, Sr.

Paul Clifford Story, Sr.

May 20, 2026

Paul Clifford Story, Sr., 81, of Lititz, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2026. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Alvia and Hassie (Sizemore) Story. He was married 51 years to his beloved wife Sara A. (Zartman) Story.

Paul was a 1963 graduate of JP McCaskey High School. He worked for 33 years with PP&L as a...

Donald Joseph Rosensweig

Donald Joseph Rosensweig

May 20, 2026

Donald J. Rosensweig, 92, of Lititz, PA formerly of Cromwell and Newington, CT, died peacefully with his family by his side on May 20, 2026. Don was born in New Britain, CT and graduated from Williston Academy Preparatory School in 1951. After graduation, he went on to further his education at Fordham University, graduating in 1955. Don then served in...

Harriet A. “Kae” Kammerer

Harriet A. “Kae” Kammerer

May 20, 2026

Harriet A. "Kae" Kammerer, 75, formerly of Lancaster, passed away at The Gardens at Camp Hill, Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Stanley and Barbara (Staples) Hartman.  

Kae was of the Catholic Faith, believing strongly in helping others. Kae was a housewife for many years before entering the workforce. After retiring from working...

David N. Wormley

David N. Wormley

May 19, 2026

David N. Wormley, born on September 1, 1939, in Moline, Illinois, left this world peacefully on May 19, 2026, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

David, the beloved husband of Shirley (nee Lewis), grew up in Dubuque, Iowa. They met in fourth grade and their bond deepened, leading to their marriage on June 9,1962, in Dubuque, Iowa. Together, they shared a love for tennis...

Robert Eckman

Robert Eckman

May 19, 2026

Robert E. "Bob" Eckman, 83, of Elizabethtown and formerly Strasburg, passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2026 in Masonic Village at Elizabethtown. He was the devoted husband of the late Bonita L. (Bushong) Eckman, who preceded him in death in 2008.

Born in Lancaster in 1942, he was the son of the late Roy G. & Anna Mae (Genkinger) Eckman.

Mr. Eckman graduated...

Gloria Jean Folker

Gloria Jean Folker

May 19, 2026

Gloria Jean Folker, of Strasburg, passed away on May 19, 2026, at the age of 83. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Roy and Rosalie (Gray) Baker and the beloved wife to John B. Folker for almost 69 years.

Gloria dedicated her life to the noble pursuit of education. With a Doctorate in Education, she inspired countless...

Dr. Edward D. Maley

Dr. Edward D. Maley

May 19, 2026

Dr. Edward David Maley, 84, of Lancaster Pennsylvania died on May 19, 2026, peacefully following a short illness, surrounded by his family. He was the beloved husband of Barbara Binzen Maley, with whom he celebrated 64 years of marriage this past March.

Edward Maley was the son of the late James D. Maley and Dorothy Martin Maley, and was raised on...

David P. Lichard

David P. Lichard

May 18, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of David Lichard on Monday, May 18, 2026.

David spent his professional life as a respected and accomplished leader, serving as CEO of General Foam and later Foamex. His dedication and leadership defined his career, and he retired in 2013. Following retirement, he and his wife, Frances, enjoyed their time between...

Dorothy M. Reidy

Dorothy M. Reidy

May 18, 2026

Dorothy Marie Reidy, 97, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 18, 2026, at Neffsville Nursing & Rehab. Born in Allentown, she was the daughter of the late George W. and Lydia B. Immler Orem. She was the loving wife of the late Walter W. Reidy.

Family was important to Dot. She created a loving home and her skill in cooking, baking, and...

Dianne L. Williams

Dianne L. Williams

May 17, 2026

Dianne L. Williams, 83, of Akron, PA, passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2026, after facing cancer with remarkable strength, resilience, and bravery. Born in York, PA, she was the daughter of the late Ruth E. (Hoffman) and Albert C. Hake. She was the beloved wife of the late H. Richard Williams, with whom she shared 43 years of marriage....

Ann Jean Stuart

Ann Jean Stuart

May 17, 2026

With deep love and sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, Ann Jean Stuart, affectionately known to many as “Cookie,” who passed away peacefully on May 17th, 2026, at the age of 85.

Born on November 29th, 1940, in Derby Connecticut, Cookie lived a life rooted in family, kindness, generosity, and quiet joy. She was...

Arlene Mae Buckwalter

Arlene Mae Buckwalter

May 17, 2026

Arlene Mae Buckwalter, 94, of Lititz, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at Moravian Manor. Born in Mountville, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Dorothy Owiler Mease. She was the loving wife of Dale Buckwalter who passed in 2001 and again married to Arthur Remp who passed in 2021. She was a member of the...

Felix Martinez

Felix Martinez

May 16, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Felix Martinez, who departed this life on May 16, 2026, at the age of 87. Born on July 28, 1938, in Morovis, Puerto Rico, Felix devoted his life to his family and community. He resided in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, where he was known for his deep-rooted pride in his Puerto...

James B McMullin

James B McMullin

May 16, 2026

When asked how he was doing, he would respond, "Wonderful, wonderful," and he truly was. James Boulden McMullin, also known as Jim, Mack, Dad, and Gramps, enjoyed a wonderful life from his humble beginnings born and raised in a cold barn in East Petersburg, PA, without electricity or indoor plumbing, on January 14, 1928, to a life filled with warmth,...

Robert R. Yeager, Sr.

Robert R. Yeager, Sr.

May 15, 2026

Robert R. Yeager, Sr., 79, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully at his residence on Friday, May 15, 2026.

Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Charles F. and Edna (Adams) Yeager. Bob was a proud graduate of Lancaster Catholic High School, Class of 1964, and honorably served his country as a sergeant in the United States Air Force...

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