Feb 5, 2026

Reuel Dean Lemon slipped into the arms of Christ on Thursday, February 5, 2026 after a short illness at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, Pennsylvania. He was 93.

Dean, as he was known, was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Shirley Pickell Lemon. He was also preceded in death by an infant son, Paul. He was the son of the...

Feb 5, 2026

Her name reflects the many chapters of her life. She was daughter, wife, mother and incubator of a rebellious spirit that she passed on to her family. She was born in 1929, the fourth of six children in an Irish Catholic family in the Bronx. She stood out from the beginning, not only because of her great beauty, but also...

2026

Robert D. "Bob" Rankin, 78, of Millersville, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 4, 2026. He was the devoted husband to Janice (Conrad) Rankin, with whom he shared just shy of 58 years of marriage.

Born in Lancaster, he was a son of the late Robert M. & Ella (Wertz) Rankin.

Bob was a proud graduate of Penn Manor High School and was...

Feb 4, 2026

Jacqueline F. Zangari, age 94, of Lancaster, passed away February 4, 2026. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late George B. and E. Elmira (Rineer) Fitzgerald and the loving wife of the late Louis J. Zangari, whom she celebrated over 68 years of marriage until his passing in 2022.

Jacqueline was a devoted homemaker and an active member...

Feb 4, 2026

David R. Neill, Sr., 73, of Reinholds and formerly of Lititz, passed away on February 4, 2026.

He was the husband of Jimaline “Jimmy” Markley Hawthorne, to whom he has been married since June 15, 2024. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Lloyd and Jane Ingram Neill.

David worked as the assistant produce manager for Giant Foods in...

Feb 4, 2026

Sharon Lee Ressler, 84, of Mount Wolf, passed peacefully at home, surrounded by her family, Wednesday, February 4, 2026. She fought valiantly in her battle against cancer and never gave up. Born in Fulton Township, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Zollie (Greer) Daughton. She was the loving wife of the late Robert H. Ressler, who...

Feb 3, 2026

Mark Huntley departed this earth on February 3, 2026, at the age of seventy-one. He was born in Heidelberg, Germany, where his father was a career officer/chaplain in the Armed Forces, though his family moved to many army bases throughout his childhood. He attended Fort Hamilton High School in Brooklyn, New York, where he played basketball with Bernard King and...

Feb 2, 2026

Beverly E. Keller, 85, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Monday, February 2nd, 2026, at Penn State Health Medical Center, Lancaster, PA.

She was the beloved wife of Kenneth Keller, with whom she shared 64 wonderful, loving years of marriage.

Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Arthur...

Feb 2, 2026

Donna Hewes Mohr, 65, of Lancaster, passed away Monday, February 2, 2026, at Lancaster General Hospital. She shared 43 beautiful years of marriage with her beloved husband, Mark S. Mohr, with whom she shared a deep and enduring love, until his passing in 2024.

Born in Lancaster, Donna was the daughter of the late Thomas G. and Gloria Anne (Pennock) Hewes....

Feb 2, 2026

Anibal "Nivi" Ortiz, Sr., 62, of Lancaster, passed away on February 2, 2026, at his home. Born in Chicago, IL, he was the son of Alejandro Ortiz and the late Rosa Milagros Arroyo.

Anibal worked as a mechanic for many years and was an avid car enthusiast, with a special love for Hondas and Toyotas. He enjoyed...

Feb 1, 2026

Jennifer Riddle, 52, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026, surrounded by family. Jenny was born on February 16th, 1973, to Robert and Eileen Riddle in Plainfield, New Jersey.

She led a happy, active life, defined by her creativity and her constant desire to learn and connect with others. An artist at heart, Jenny found joy in painting and crafting intricate...

Feb 1, 2026

Hazel M. Helms, 82, of Lancaster passed away Sunday, February 1, 2026. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Milton H. and Clara E. (Slicer) Bemis. She was the loving husband of the late William H. "Bill" Helms who passed away in 2021.

She worked for the former Hamilton Watch, Bulova and L-3 before...

Jan 31, 2026

Linda L. Hamby, 74 of Lancaster, passed away on Sunday, January 31, 2026, at her home. Born in Havre de Grace, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Dorothy Atkinson Murphy. Linda was the loving wife of Jack Hamby Jr., and they observed 40 years of marriage before his passing in 2009. Linda was a woman...

Jan 31, 2026

Pamala Ann Rohrer, a beloved daughter, sister, and friend, passed away on January 31, 2026, at the age of 64. Born in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of William R. Rohrer, Sr. and Connie S. Rohrer.

In addition to her loving parents, Bill and Connie of Maryland, Pam is survived by her sister, Jennifer Stark (wife...

Jan 31, 2026

John Rapp, Jr., 70, of Lancaster, passed away at his residence on January 31, 2026.

He was the husband of Lisa A. Rathkey Rapp, with whom he would have celebrated 45 years of marriage this coming May 23rd. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late John, Sr. and Eleanor Deitz Rapp.

John...

Jan 30, 2026

Carol S. Rodriguez, 85, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 30, 2026, at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Newark, New Jersey, she was the daughter of the late Alexander and Helen (Stawasz) Kozimor. Carol was a graduate of East Side High School in Newark, NJ.

She married her high school sweetheart, Robert L. Rodriguez, on...

Jan 30, 2026

Leon R. Matthews, 73, of Lancaster, PA, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 30, 2026, at Lancaster General Hospital.

Born in Lakewood, New Jersey, Leon was the son of the late Joyce (Kennett) Matthews and Leon B. Matthews. A proud New Jersey native, Leon dedicated much of his life to service and community, most notably as Chief...

Jan 30, 2026

Jean Anne Merrion Holder, 91, of Lititz, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2026, at Moravian Manor. Born in Norristown, PA, she was the daughter of the late Edwin and Marion (Rohrbach) Merrion. She was married over 68 years to her beloved husband Arthur James Holder, M.D., until his passing in 2023.

Jean was a graduate of...

Jan 30, 2026

Eric Wayne Miles, 67, of Lancaster, passed away after a long & courageous battle with cancer on January 30, 2026. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Charles and Nancy (Feeser) Miles. He was married to his beloved wife, Darcy A. (Berry) Miles.

Eric was a 1976 graduate of Manheim Township High School. He...

Jan 30, 2026

Judy M. Shultz, 81, of Willow Valley, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Friday, January 30, 2026, at The Glen at Willow Valley.

Judy was the daughter of the late Fred and Gussie (Micken) Erb. She was the loving wife of Colin E. Shultz, with whom she shared a beautiful and devoted marriage of 58...