Recent Obituaries

Lancaster, PA and surrounding areas

Florence Jane Adams

Florence Jane Adams

May 30, 2024

Florence Jane Adams, age 81, peacefully passed away on May 30, 2024. Born in Oxford, PA., Jane was the daughter of the late Frank and Edna (Adams) Richardson and the wife of the late Carl J. Adams.

Jane will be lovingly remembered through her work in the cabinetry industry. She was a dedicated employee of Oxford Cabinetry,...

Benedicta "Benny" Fair

Benedicta "Benny" Fair

May 30, 2024

Benedicta Fair "Benny," beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Her life was filled with joy, laughter, and a deep affection for her family.

A native of Adjuntas, Puerto Rico, she was born into a large, loving family with 11 brothers and 4 sisters. Benny was preceded...

Gerard S. Raccuglia

Gerard S. Raccuglia

May 29, 2024

Gerard S. Raccuglia, 83, of Willow Street, passed away at his home on May 29, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Brooklyn, NY, he was the son of the late Stefano and Rose (Cucina) Raccuglia. He was the devoted husband of Geraldine (Simms) Raccuglia.

He was a devoted family man that enjoyed cruises and trips...

Judith M. "Judy" Sheckler

Judith M. "Judy" Sheckler

May 29, 2024

Judith M. "Judy" Sheckler, 85, of Moravian Manor in Lititz, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on May 29, 2024. Born in Tyrone, PA, she was the daughter of the late Joseph G. Meredith, Sr. and Gladys (Stover) Meredith. She was married 61 years to her beloved husband and best friend, James T. Sheckler who preceded her in...

Virginia Ann Hahn

Virginia Ann Hahn

May 29, 2024

Virginia Ann Hahn passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at Brethren Village.

Affectionately known as Ginger, she was born on February 1, 1928 in Amarillo, Texas. She was the daughter of William James Caldwell and Lula B. Morrison, and sister of Louise and Bill.

Ginger moved to Oklahoma at the age of three....

John R. Graeter

John R. Graeter

May 29, 2024

John R. Graeter, 88, passed away from this life on May 29, 2024, following an accident which resulted in serious injuries causing his death.

John was a beloved and devoted husband, father, and friend to all. He was born May 20, 1936, to John R. Graeter, Sr. and Naomi Miller Graeter. His wife of 66 years Barbara...

Harold Anthony Nichols Jr

Harold Anthony Nichols Jr

May 29, 2024

Harold Anthony Nichols Jr., 63, of Ephrata passed away peacefully, on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Alameda, California, he was the beloved son of the late Harold Anthony Sr. and Eleanor Ferrara Nichols. Harold was a jack of all trades, a true renaissance man. Above all else loved his family, especially his grandchildren...

Theresa M. Cammerata

Theresa M. Cammerata

May 29, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Theresa "Terri" Magristro Cammerata, on May 29, 2024. Terri was the loving wife of J. Donald Cammerata for 56 years and the mother of Jeffrey Donald Cammerata of Medford Lakes, NJ. Terri was born on September 1, 1942, in Johnstown, PA to the late Phillip and Mary Magistro....

Mary E. Dorenkamp

Mary E. Dorenkamp

May 27, 2024

Mary E. Dorenkamp, 94, passed away on May 27, 2024, at The Glen at Willow Valley, Lancaster, PA. Born in Brooklyn, NY, she was the daughter of the late Frank J. and Elsie (Grogan) Doyle. Her beloved husband, Captain Kurt F. Dorenkamp, U.S. Navy (Ret), passed away on October 19, 2017, after they shared 64 years of marriage. Previously...

Robert E. Dolk

Robert E. Dolk

May 27, 2024

It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert E. Dolk, on May 27, 2024, at Masonic Village. He will be remembered as a distinguished presence in the field of education and a devoted family man. Born on April 22, 1946, in Washington DC, he was the son of Ralph and Dorothy Dolk....

Wallace J. “Wally” Huber

Wallace J. “Wally” Huber

May 27, 2024

Wallace J. "Wally" Huber, 66, of Elizabethtown, passed away on Monday, May 27, 2024 at Lancaster General Hospital.

Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Wallace B. and Bernadine G. (Hodgen) Huber.

Wally graduated from Lancaster Catholic High School in 1976. He worked in retail for several years before transitioning to the...

Anthony "A.J." Perez

Anthony "A.J." Perez

May 27, 2024

Anthony Jacob "AJ" Perez, 22, of Lititz, passed away at Lancaster General Hospital on Monday, May 27, 2024. Born in Lancaster, he was the loving son of Betsy Vazquez and Angel Perez.

AJ was a 2020 graduate of Penn Manor High School and earned both a welding certificate and a construction management certificate from CTC. He attended...

Lloyd W. Nuss

Lloyd W. Nuss

May 26, 2024

Lloyd W. Nuss, a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend during his 97 years on Earth, left this life on May 26th, 2024. He was born in Lancaster and was the sixth child of the late Harry and Emma (Brubaker) Nuss.

Lloyd was a lifelong resident of Lancaster except for his service in the Navy during both...

Robert Lowell Amand

Robert Lowell Amand

May 25, 2024

Robert Lowell Amand, 79, of Lititz, passed away on Saturday, May 25, 2024 in Lancaster.

He was the husband of the late Joan L. Groff Amand, who passed away in 2010. Born in Lititz, he was the son of the late John H. and Adele Smeltzer Amand.

Lowell had worked as an equipment operator for...

Maximilian “Max” Kolbe Hughes

Maximilian “Max” Kolbe Hughes

May 24, 2024

Maximilian "Max" Kolbe Hughes was found deceased in his home on May 24th, 2024, having lost his decades- long battle with mental illness and substance abuse. He is presumed to have passed away on or about May 14th, 2024. Max was taken from us much too soon.

Born in Warwick, RI, Max was the son of William...

Judith A. Stoltzfus​

Judith A. Stoltzfus​

May 24, 2024

Judith A. Stoltzfus, 83, of Lititz, passed away, on May 24, 2024, at Pleasant View Communities. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Charles E. and Ruth E. Long Reidenbach. She was the loving wife of Ryland D. Stoltzfus, and they shared 64 years of marriage.

Judy was a faithful member of Trinity Evangelical...

Jeffrey Ream

Jeffrey Ream

May 23, 2024

Jeffrey "Jeff" Ream, a beloved husband, father, brother, and mentor, passed away on May 23, 2024, in Lititz, Pennsylvania. Born in Ephrata, Jeff was the son of the late Parke and Rebecca (Loose) Ream.

Jeff graduated from Ephrata High School before pursuing higher education. He obtained his Bachelor's degree from Elizabethtown College and furthered his studies to...

Susan E. Harral

Susan E. Harral

May 23, 2024

Susan E. Harral, 56, of Lancaster, passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2024 at her residence.

Born in Norwich, CT, she is the daughter of Roger J. Tuttle and the late Donna L. (Longwell) Tuttle. She was the ex-wife of Todd H. Harral.

Susan dedicated her professional career to making a difference through her work...

Paul F. Lewandowski

Paul F. Lewandowski

May 23, 2024

Paul F. Lewandowski, 70, of Lancaster, passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2024.

Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late Paul F. Lewandowski Sr. and Dolores Oates, and was formerly married to Sandra Van Allen and Debra Ballent.

Paul was a graduate of Lancaster Bible College and went on to serve...

Joyce A. Frey

Joyce A. Frey

May 23, 2024

Joyce A. Frey, 83, of Lancaster, passed away on May 23, 2024. She was born at the Reading Hospital in West Reading, Berks County, PA. She was the daughter of the late Howard D. and Grace B. (Kunkelman) Graul.

Joyce was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran Church, later attending church services at Woodcrest Villa. She attended...

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