Recent Obituaries

Lancaster, PA and surrounding areas

Rosa M. Rodriguez Nevares

Rosa M. Rodriguez Nevares

Apr 15, 2024

Rosa M. Rodriguez Nevares, 93, of Lancaster passed away Monday, April 15, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Orocovis, Puerto Rico, she was the daughter of the late Rufino Rodriguez and Fabiana Nevarez.

She was a devout Christian who enjoyed reading the scriptures and attending church. Rosa also enjoyed cooking and sewing dresses, but most...

Donald C. Mast

Donald C. Mast

Apr 14, 2024

Donald C. Mast, 92, of Garden Spot Village, New Holland, died on Sunday, April 14, 2024, at Hospice & Community Care, Mount Joy. Born in Atglen, he was the son of the late David C. and Mamie (Stoltzfus) Mast. Donald was the loving husband of Erma Rohrer Mast.

Surviving in addition to his wife, Erma are five...

Henry J. “Hank” Farish

Henry J. “Hank” Farish

Apr 14, 2024

Henry J. "Hank" Farish, 75, of Lititz, passed away on Sunday, April 14, 2024 at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Atlantic City, NJ, he was the son of the late John M. and Catherine L. (Lenz) Farish. He was the husband of Sharron L. Farish.

Hank worked in banking for over...

James Morgan Stobie

James Morgan Stobie

Apr 13, 2024

James Morgan Stobie, "Morgan" to all who knew and loved him, age 89, of Dover, passed away peacefully holding his daughter's hand at UPMC Memorial in York, PA. Morgan was born to the late James Graham and Margaret (Cole) Stobie in Glasgow, Scotland on September 20, 1934.

He was married on May 20, 1967, in Boulder, CO,...

Lauren Nicole Newswanger

Lauren Nicole Newswanger

Apr 12, 2024

Lauren Nicole (Bastendorf) Newswanger, 43, of Lancaster, passed away on Friday, April 12, 2024 at Hospice & Community Care in Mount Joy after a courageous fight with cancer that she has won and no longer bares earthly scars.

She was the wife of Jeff Newswanger, with whom she shared 7 years of marriage this past September 17th....

Robin Lin Markley

Robin Lin Markley

Apr 12, 2024

Robin Lin Markley, 51, of New Holland, passed away unexpectedly on April 12, 2024. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Melvin J. Graham, Jr. and Harriet A. (Smith) Barnett.

She will be affectionately remembered for her huge heart and willingness to provide for anyone in need. Robin worked several jobs that required physical...

Rev. Jody S. Brady

Rev. Jody S. Brady

Apr 12, 2024

Rev. Jody S. Brady passed from this life to life eternal with her precious Lord & Savior on April 12, 2024.She is survived by her husband of 49 years, Barry L. Brady who has always been her biggest encourager, supporter & the love of her life, working alongside her for the glory of God.

Jody has been...

Pablo N. Marti Quiles

Pablo N. Marti Quiles

Apr 12, 2024

Pablo N. Marti Quiles, 66, of Lancaster, passed away on April 12, 2024.

Born in Lares, Puerto Rico, he was the son of the late Jose Marti Rivera and Candida Quiles Perez.

Pablo had retired after working over 35 years for Tyson Foods in Lancaster.

He loved the outdoors, especially fishing, all kinds...

Margaret Anne Mccullough

Margaret Anne Mccullough

Apr 11, 2024

Margaret Anne McCullough, 96, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at the Southeastern Veterans Center. Margaret was born in East Orange, NJ, on December 12, 1927 to the late Anne Margaret (Potter) and Edwin Dudley LeRoy.

Margaret was a proud veteran of the Women's Army Corps (US Army). In civilian life, Margaret worked...

Dawn M. Murray

Dawn M. Murray

Apr 11, 2024

Dawn M. Murray, 83, of Conestoga, passed away at the Gardens at Stevens, Thursday, April 11, 2024. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late James and Mary (Leibhart) Lenox. Dawn was the loving wife of the late James Murray, Sr. who died in 1987.

A 1958 graduate of J.P. McCaskey High School, Dawn worked...

Rev. Dr. Robert Harry Laforce

Rev. Dr. Robert Harry Laforce

Apr 10, 2024

Rev. Dr. Robert Harry "Bob" LaForce, 72, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully and entered the arms of the Lord on April 10, 2024. Born in East Orange, NJ, he was the son of the late Bayard and Edith (Clarington) LaForce. He was married to his second wife Barbara (Yustat) Lutz-LaForce.

Bob obtained his doctorate from Gordon-Conwell Theological...

Jay M. Stauffer

Jay M. Stauffer

Apr 10, 2024

Jay M. Stauffer, born Feb. 21, 1951, entered into the presence of his loving Heavenly Father on April 10, 2024. He was the eldest child of Roy W. Stauffer, Jr. and Anna Mary Martin Stauffer who preceded him in death.

He was the husband of Janice L. (Sollenberger) Stauffer, with whom he spent 52 happy years. They...

James “Jim” Ruth, Sr.

James “Jim” Ruth, Sr.

Apr 8, 2024

James "Jim" Ruth Sr., 84, of Lititz died on Monday, April 8, 2024, at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Hopeland , he was the son of the late Warren and Jennie Ellmaker Ruth. Jim was the loving husband of Velma Lee (Willis) Ruth, and they shared 63 beautiful years of marriage together.

He worked for Warfel Construction,...

Carmen Rodriguez Santiago

Carmen Rodriguez Santiago

Apr 8, 2024

Con Corazones Fuertes,Anunciamos el Fallecimiento de Carmen Rodriguez Santiago,Nacida en Ponce,Puerto Rico.Ella Partio de Este Mundo en Paz El dia 8 de Abril,En su Residencia en Lancaster Pennsylvania,Rodeada Por su Adorada familia.

Carmen Fue una Dedicada y Fuerte Trabajadora. En sus Tiempos Libres,Carmen Tenia gran Pasion por el Baloncesto,Aplaudia los Equipos Lakers de Los Estados Unidos y...

Mary Naomi Weaver

Mary Naomi Weaver

Apr 7, 2024

Mary Naomi Weaver, 89, of Lititz, passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2024 at Brethren Village.

Born and raised in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Christian Musser and Martha (Livengood) Musser Auker. She was the wife of the late Jay Donald Weaver.

Before marriage, Mary worked for Gerberich-Payne Shoe Factory in Mount...

David William Phillips

David William Phillips

Apr 6, 2024

In loving memory of David William Phillips, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully at the age of 72, on Saturday, April 6, 2024. He will be remembered for his love and devotion to his family, his faith, his passion for the water, traveling to France, golf, and his artistry as a Dental Technician.

Born...

Karen Marie Gaenzle

Karen Marie Gaenzle

Apr 6, 2024

Karen Marie Gaenzle, a cherished member of the Lancaster community, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2024, at her residence in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Born on May 5, 1951, in Lancaster, PA, Karen was a devoted wife to her husband, Gerard "Gerry" Gaenzle for over 45 years.

Karen dedicated over three decades of her life working in the...

Alicia Eugenia Valenzuela

Alicia Eugenia Valenzuela

Apr 5, 2024

Alicia Eugenia Valenzuela nació en Santa Rosa, Guatemala, vivió en California y falleció pacíficamente en Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Era hija del fallecido Francisco Valenzuela y María Luz Ojeda. Estaba casada con el fallecido Víctor Flores.

Alicia era una ama de casa dedicada y siempre cuidaba su casa. Amaba a sus hijos y a su familia, disfrutaba ver televisión...

Aileen Marie Chester

Aileen Marie Chester

Apr 5, 2024

Aileen Marie Chester, 41, of Alexandria, VA, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 5, 2024.

Born in Cape May Court House, NJ, she was the daughter of Anne Marie (Pirone) and John "Jack" Chester, Jr. Aileen was a beloved mother to her children Shelbie Frese and Connor Frese, a cherished cousin to Margaret "Honey" Condit and niece...

Donald J. Misselhorn

Donald J. Misselhorn

Apr 5, 2024

Donald J. Misselhorn, 93, of Lancaster passed away Friday, April 5, 2024, at LGH after a brief illness. Born in Milwaukee, WI, he was the son of the late Hans and Elsbeth (Kranzfelder) Misselhorn. He was the loving husband of Doris (Leary) Misselhorn who passed away in 2017.

Don proudly served in the US Army with the...

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