Aug 6, 2024

Peter F. Astheimer, 78, a resident of Moravian Manor, Lititz PA, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on August 6, 2024. Peter was born in West Germany on August 19, 1945. He emigrated with his parents and sister to the United States in 1952, after which they became US Citizens residing in downtown Lancaster PA.

Aug 5, 2024

Steven B. Jones, 66, of West Hempfield Township, passed away at Lancaster General Hospital on Monday, August 5, 2024. Steve and his wife, Shari L. Jones, would have celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary on September 1st. Steve was the best husband and friend that Shari could ever dream of. They loved each other very much. Their 5 golden retrievers...

Aug 5, 2024

Geraldine J. Simmons, 79, of Lititz passed away Monday, August 5, 2024. Born in Brunnerville, PA, she was the daughter of the late Jerome and Ruth (Bradley) Engle.

She enjoyed crocheting, sewing and was an avid fan of the Philadelphia sports teams. Geraldine was a huge animal lover, especially dogs.

Geraldine is survived by her...

Aug 5, 2024

David W. Noble passed away peacefully on August 5, 2024. He was born in Wilkes Barre, PA on September 18, 1928, to William and Mabel (Ridall) Noble. As a young man Dave excelled at football and enjoyed Scouting, earning the rank of Eagle. He proudly served in the US Army from 1946 to 1951 and was deployed to occupied...

Aug 4, 2024

Barbara Jean Dorsey, formerly Stewart, passed away at home on Sunday, August 4, 2024. She was born the third of six children to parents Eric E. and Willetta E. Stewart (Foster) on January 31, 1943.

Barbara was a 1960 graduate of JP McCaskey High School. Before retiring, she worked as a Service Representative for Bell Telephone. She...

Aug 4, 2024

Pamela R. "Pam" Kemmlein, 77, of Lititz, PA and Breezy Point, NY passed away Sunday, August 4, 2024, at Legend of Lititz. Born in Brooklyn, NY, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Barbara (Barbalate) Mano. She was the loving wife of Bruce Kemmlein with whom she shared over 55 years of marriage.

Pam graduated...

Aug 4, 2024

Russell A. Shaffer (Russ), age 69, passed away on August 4, 2024.

Born in Lancaster, Russ was the son of the late Russell C. & Ruth Ann Shaffer.

He worked as a retail manager for many businesses throughout his life. His customers knew him by name and enjoyed his quick sense of humor.

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Aug 3, 2024

Martin H. Eshleman, age 67, passed away on August 3, 2024, after a lengthy illness. Martin was born in Lancaster to the late Landis Henry and Rose Marie Eshleman. He was known by Marty by many of his friends and family.

He was a graduate of Penn Manor High School and was involved with the Boy Scouts...

Aug 3, 2024

Joan Frances Matthews, 100, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2024. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Vincent and Theresa (Voci) Spadea. She was married to Ray S. Matthews prior to his passing in 1990.

Joan attended St. Mary's High School. She worked for ACME Markets in the meat wrapping department...

Aug 3, 2024

Vernon E. Howe, 88, of Brethren Village, passed away Saturday, August 3, 2024. Born in Honey Brook, he was the son of the late R. Raymond and Effie M. (Welsh) Howe. Vernon was the husband of Joan L. (Linton) Howe, with whom he celebrated 55 years of marriage.

A1954 graduate of Solanco High School, Vernon went on...

Aug 3, 2024

Linda D. Harmes, 74, of Mountville, PA, passed away peacefully on August 3rd, 2024 surrounded by family at Hospice and Community Care. Born in Lancaster, PA, she was the daughter of late Edward and Clara Meister.

Linda graduated from McCaskey High School in 1967. Linda worked at Hamilton Watch Company for many years. She also worked at...

Aug 3, 2024

Sharon Lynn Sierer, 79, of Columbia began her transition into her eternal life on Saturday, August 3, 2024, peacefully at Luther Acres. Born in Florida, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Mary Kopko Snyder. Sharon was the loving wife of Charles E. Sierer Jr., and they shared 62 years of wonderful marriage together.

Sharon...

Aug 3, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Dipika Patel on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at the age of 51. Dipika was a vibrant, strong, smart, and tender soul who was taken from us too soon. She brought immeasurable joy to all our lives with her kind heart and helpful hand. We remember her for her boundless...

Aug 2, 2024

Dorothy Milukas, 90, of Lancaster, passed away on August 2, 2024 at her residence surrounded by her family. She was the wife of Edmund C. Milukas with whom she shared 70 years of marriage this past February. Born in Delano, Schuylkill County, PA, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Ladensky Harach.

Dorothy has...

Aug 2, 2024

Jean S. Wagner, 92, of Lancaster, passed away Friday, August 2, 2024, at Maple Farm Nursing Center, Akron. Born in Strasburg, she was the daughter of the late John K. and Florence (Andrews) Stauffer. She was the wife of Paul Wagner, who preceded her in death in 1987.

Jean worked as a Customer Service Representative for 53...

Aug 1, 2024

Nelson Lugo, 62, of Lancaster, passed away on August 1, 2024.

Born in Ponce, Puerto Rico, he was the son of the late Jorge Lugo, Sr. and Maria Amaro Acabeo Lugo.

Nelson had been a Licensed Practical Nurse for many years, caring for veterans at Johns Hopkins Medical Center and Conestoga View. He had also...

Aug 1, 2024

Hazel Diana Gray, 64, of Lititz, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, August 1, 2024 at her residence.

Born in Waynesboro, PA, she was the daughter of the late William A. and Mae L. (Bingaman) Parlette, Jr. She was the wife of Robert L. Gray.

Diana's life was a testament to the power of love and...

Aug 1, 2024

William L. Seigford, 87, of Lancaster, passed away on Thursday, August 1, 2024.

He was the husband of Patricia E. Randall Seigford, with whom he shared 61 years of marriage last November 17th. Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late William W., Jr. and Doris E. Slack Seigford.

Bill had been employed...

Jul 31, 2024

Dustin Lee Sweigart, 36, of Ephrata passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at WellSpan York Hospital. Born in Ephrata, he was the son of Earl Edward Schell and Lisa Sweigart. He was the husband of Cortni Miller Sweigart.

Dustin worked for Service Tire Truck Center, for many years before transitioning to McCarthy Tire Service in...

Jul 31, 2024

Julie Nicole Grey, 31, of Elizabethtown, PA, passed away, unexpectedly, of natural causes, on Wednesday, July 31, 2024. Julie was born in Rockville, MD and raised in Elizabethtown, and the daughter of Thomas I. Grey, Jr. and Jill Grey (Odell).

She was a 2011 graduate of Elizabethtown Area High School and a 2016 Graduate of Eastern University,...