Recent Obituaries

Lancaster, PA and surrounding areas

George A. Santiago

George A. Santiago

Jun 4, 2024

George A. Santiago Sr., 58, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2024. George was born to Antonio and Minerva Santiago in Puerto Rico and found his way to Lancaster PA where he made his home.

George was married to the love of his life, Sue Santiago, for 33 wonderful years. Together, they raised a beautiful family and...

Therese Jackson

Therese Jackson

Jun 4, 2024

Therese Jackson, 91, of New Providence joined her Heavenly Father on June 4, 2024. She was the wife of the late Charles Jackson. Born in Astoria, Queens, NY, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Charlotte (Kress) O'Rourke.

Therese had been a medical administrator in the New York area, working for several health organizations in...

Deborah A. Shepps

Deborah A. Shepps

Jun 3, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Deborah A. Shepps, a beloved wife, mother, daughter, and esteemed member of the sports community. Born on March 29, 1957, in Wynnewood, PA, Deborah peacefully departed from this world on June 3, 2024. She put up a valiant fight against breast cancer for three years.

Deborah...

Daniel B. Pelletier

Daniel B. Pelletier

Jun 3, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family of Daniel B. Pelletier announces his recent passing aged 60 years young, of Lititz, PA on June 3, 2024. Born and raised in Middletown, CT, he was the son of the late Bertrand and Patricia (Gorneau) Pelletier. He was the loving husband of Krista A. Pelletier where they recently celebrated 20...

Theodore H. “Ted” Reese Sr.

Theodore H. “Ted” Reese Sr.

Jun 3, 2024

Theodore H. "Ted" Reese Sr., 88, of Lancaster passed away June 3, 2024. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Victor and Elizabeth (Musser) Reese. He shared over 67 years of love and memories with his wife, Roxanne L. Reese before her passing on May 13, 2024.

He proudly served in the US Army....

Marie (Digiovanna) Reuling

Marie (Digiovanna) Reuling

Jun 2, 2024

Marie (DiGiovanna) Reuling of Strasburg, PA passed away peacefully on June 2, 2024 at the age of 98.

She was born on March 18, 1926 in Brooklyn, NY to Sicilian immigrants – the late Mateo & Calogera (Federico) DiGiovanna.

She was the beloved wife of the late Adriaan Reuling for 66 years. Their marriage was...

John C. Krouse

John C. Krouse

Jun 2, 2024

John C. Krouse, 77, of Lancaster, passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2024. Born in Johnstown, PA, he was the son of the late Stephen Krouse and Margaret (Andrykovitch).

John was a proud graduate of Westmont Hilltop High School in Johnstown, PA and furthered his education at Millersville University, with a BS in mathmatics.

His...

Phillip “Phil” M. Hearn

Phillip “Phil” M. Hearn

Jun 2, 2024

Phillip "Phil" M. Hearn, age 30, passed away at his home on June 2, 2024. Born in Lancaster, Phil was the son of the late Michael D. Hearn and Debbie Templeton of Lititz.

Phil was a 2012 graduate of Manheim Township High School and a junior firefighter for the Neffsville Fire Company. He was also a semi...

Kelly K. Roberts

Kelly K. Roberts

Jun 2, 2024

Kelly K. Roberts, 91, from New Providence, passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2024. Born in Lancaster on February 9, 1933, Kelly was the devoted wife of Kenneth J. Roberts, Sr., who preceded her in death by just 39 days on April 24, 2024.

Kelly's life was a tapestry of adventure and love. Married to Kenny for...

Xuan Thi Le

Xuan Thi Le

Jun 2, 2024

Xuan Thi Le went home to be with the Lord on June 2, 2024, at the age of 99. Born in Vietnam to the late Ho Chung Le and Hoat Thi Le, Xuan was a beloved mother and grandmother.

Xuan was known for her devout faith. Her caring and loving demeanor touched the lives of all who...

Barbara E. Clark

Barbara E. Clark

Jun 2, 2024

Barbara E. Clark, 93, of Lancaster, passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2024 at Penn State Lancaster Hospital.

She was born April 6, 1931 in Newville, PA to James Howard Fry and Barbara Ellen (Quawn) Fry. She was the wife of Ralph E. "Mike" Clark, Jr. They were married for 61 years prior to his passing in...

Edward D. Kemmler

Edward D. Kemmler

Jun 2, 2024

Edward D. Kemmler, Jr., a lifelong resident of Lancaster, raised on Cabbage Hill, passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2024 at the age of 90. Born to the late Irene (Fritz) and Edward D. Kemmler, Sr., he was the beloved husband of the late D. Loretta (Berkheimer), with whom he celebrated over 43 years of marriage.

Edward...

Ines Silva

Ines Silva

Jun 2, 2024

Ines Silva, age 67, passed away at Lancaster General Hospital on Sunday, June 2, 2024. Born in New York City, Ines was the daughter of the late Pablo Rodriguez and Yvonne Rosario.

Ines was a talented cook and a member of Cristo es el Refugio Church.

Ines will be deeply missed by her husband of...

Evelyn Grace Jackson

Evelyn Grace Jackson

Jun 1, 2024

Evelyn Grace Jackson was born November 26, 2019, in West Burlington, Iowa. Right away, it was clear that she adored her sister and that she would be a child who would take life in stride. At 20 months old, Evelyn was diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer called neuroblastoma. Seeking the very best treatment and a chance of...

Gerald D. "Smitty” Smith

Gerald D. "Smitty” Smith

Jun 1, 2024

Gerald D. Smith "Smitty," 69, of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health.

Gerald was born November 1st, 1954, in Dayton, Ohio, to the late Carl and Charlotte Smith. Gerald is preceded in death by a brother, Dennis Smith. He is survived by his wife Catherine Smith, son Doug Smith, and brother Dan...

Trudy Carrole Carrigan

Trudy Carrole Carrigan

Jun 1, 2024

Trudy Carrole Carrigan, 74, of Quarryville, passed away peacefully on Saturday June 1, 2024. She was born to the late Elvin and June Herr in Lancaster and was a graduate of Solanco High School, class of 1967. Trudy went on to dedicate over 30 years of her life as a machine operator with Exide Technology.

In 1968,...

Mary Lou Torp-Smith

Mary Lou Torp-Smith

Jun 1, 2024

Mary Lou Torp-Smith, 96, a resident of Willow Street PA passed away on Saturday, June 1, 2024. She was born August 30, 1927, in Kansas City Kansas, to Thomas Clinton Brumley and Mary Dorris Lester.

Mary Lou grew up in Chicago, where she graduated high school, and worked for US Steel. She married Arne Torp-Smith in 1955....

Mary Ellen Kreider

Mary Ellen Kreider

Jun 1, 2024

Mary Ellen Kreider, 91, of Lititz, PA and formerly of Norwich, VT died peacefully on Saturday June 1, 2024. Mary Ellen was born in Lititz to the late Ellen Mae (Peters) and Harry Koehler Galebach. She was formerly married to the late Donald Lester Kreider. They raised their four boys, John Richard, Paul Allen, David Kendall and Greg (Long)...

E. Jacqueline Mckeeman

E. Jacqueline Mckeeman

Jun 1, 2024

E. Jacqueline (Queroli) McKeeman died peacefully at Willow Valley Community on June 1, 2024, at the age of 99.

Born in Philadelphia April 2, 1925, she enjoyed the local recreation center where she participated in basketball, gymnastics and swimming. At 16 she became a city champion in the freestyle and also became a city pool lifeguard. Jackie...

Calliope M. Gerovasilis

Calliope M. Gerovasilis

Jun 1, 2024

Calliope M. Gerovasilis, 94, passed away on June 1, 2024, surrounded by her children and grandchildren. She was born on February 2, 1930, in Asfendiou, Kos, Greece. She was the daughter of Stamatios Monahas and Stamatia Alahioti Monahas. Calliope was married to the late Vasilios Gerovasilis.

Calliope and her family emigrated from Greece to Canada in 1966...

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