Feb 29, 2024

Reverend Carl Eugene Petters, 89, formerly of Conestoga, joined his wife, Donna Lou Petters, in the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on February 29, 2024 . He was born in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, on January 1, 1935, to Carl F. and Catharine Young Petters. After living in Lancaster as a young boy, his family moved to a...

Feb 28, 2024

John C. Hampilos, 62, formerly of Lancaster, passed away on February 28, 2024 in Philadelphia. John was the son of the late Christ J. and Elaine J. (Katsaras) Hampilos.

John lived most of his life in Lancaster, PA. When John was younger, he worked at Chris' Food Market, which was his family's grocery store and then later,...

Feb 28, 2024

Stephen C. Weiss, 62, of Lancaster, passed away at Lancaster General Hospital on Wednesday, February 28, 2024. Steve shared 10 years of marriage with his wife Tricia L. (White) Weiss.

Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late George W. Weiss, Sr., and Fay M. (Lefever) Weiss. Steve attended Lancaster Catholic High School and Penn...

Feb 28, 2024

Our world went dim when heaven gained an angel on Wednesday, February 28, 2024. Tammy Marie Slocum, 65, of Manheim, passed away at UPMC Lititz unexpectedly. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of Rosalie (Ditzler) Ault and the late Dale E. Stoner. She was the loving military wife of Timothy L. Slocum, with whom she shared 38 years...

Feb 28, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Sue Steffy, a beloved wife and mother, who peacefully left this earth on February 28, 2024 at the age of 65. Born on April 21, 1958, Sue graced the world with her warmth, kindness, and unwavering love for her family. She leaves behind her devoted husband Scott and their cherished children:...

Feb 27, 2024

Gerald "Jerry" R. Evans, 85, of Lancaster, PA passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. He was the son of the late Ethel (Rankin) and Henry Evans. Jerry will forever be remembered as a devoted husband of over 56 years to his beloved wife, Bernadette (Keim) Evans.

He was...

Feb 27, 2024

Robert H. (Bobby D.) Devenney, 76, of Lancaster, passed away Tuesday, February 27, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Richard C. and Mildred (Hitz) Devenney. Bob was the loving husband of Linda C. (Shoemaker) Devenney with whom he celebrated 46 years of marriage.

Bob was a 1966...

Feb 27, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the upcoming funeral services and ceremonies for the esteemed Frederick M. Reed Sr., who passed away on February 27, 2024, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. He was 88.

A visionary and pioneer in various fields, Fred Reed's life encapsulates a remarkable journey of dedication, leadership, and community service. His legacy reaches far beyond his...

Feb 27, 2024

Kimberly A. (Ember) Hain passed away on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at 64 years of age after a lengthy illness. She was the daughter of Joyce C. Sheaffer and Marshall D. Ember (deceased). She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Eugene E. Hain (Lititz, PA). She is also survived by her brothers Steve A. Ember (Harrington, DE)...

Feb 27, 2024

Linda M. Painter, 70, of Myerstown and formerly of Lancaster, passed away on February 27, 2024 at WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital in Lebanon. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Stanley W. and Shirley M. Zercher Urban.

Linda had worked as a cook for many years at the former Colonial Hall Retirement Community on...

Feb 26, 2024

L. Robert "Bob" Moore, Jr., 86, of Downingtown, PA, formerly of Ephrata and Lititz, passed away on February 26, 2024. Born in Coatesville, PA, he was the son of the late Lewis R., Sr. and Janet (Proudfoot) Moore.

Bob attended Coatesville Area High School and Goldey-Beacom College. He had a paper route as a young man, worked...

Feb 26, 2024

Dennis M. Dougherty, 80, of Lancaster, passed away at Lancaster General Hospital on Monday, February 26, 2024. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late James J. and Florence A. (Striggle) Dougherty. Dennis was the husband of the late, Geraldine A. (Barrick) Dougherty, who preceded him in death in 2015.

Growing up on the hill...

Feb 26, 2024

Charles J. Brigandi, 96, of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, passed away on Monday, February 26, 2024, at Hospice and Community Care. He was born in Brooklyn, New York, to Carlo and Grace (Letizia) Brigandi. Charles was the proud husband of the late Jimmie F. Brigandi, who passed away in 2019.

A proud veteran of the US Army, Charles served...

Feb 26, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Steven Lloyd Fair on February 26, 2024. Born on September 30, 1957, to the late Lloyd and Janet Fair, in Lancaster, PA, Steve's life journey was marked by his love for hunting, fishing, the mountains, and the freedom of riding his Harley. A man of simplicity and deep...

Feb 26, 2024

Robert "Bob" Steffy, 88 peacefully departed on February 26, 2024, to join his beloved wife, Ann Louise Steffy, in eternal rest.

Bob was born to the late George and Grace Steffy in Soudersburg, PA. From the moment he entered this world, it seemed as though he was destined to be a truck driver, with a steering wheel...

Feb 26, 2024

Donald L. Kirkley, age 71, passed away peacefully holding his wife's hand and surrounded by his family on January 26, 2024. Born to the late Burnite and Ruth Kirkley, Don was known for his love of Jesus, family, music, and teaching.

He had a keen intellectual curiosity and was an avid reader with interest in many topics....

Feb 25, 2024

Anna "Nancy" Beitzel Hall passed away peacefully in her sleep on February 25, 2024, at the age of 92 in Lancaster, PA. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Walter (2018). Born in Drexel Hill, PA on March 12, 1931, she was the daughter of Mary (Bickley) and George B. Beitzel. Nancy was the Salutatorian of her...

Feb 25, 2024

Claire Etter Martin, 66, of Washington Boro, passed away after a brief illness on February 25, 2024. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Ronald and Carol (Waller) Etter. She was married over 45 years to her beloved husband, Jeffrey L. Martin.

Claire graduated from Hempfield High School in 1975, where she was an...

Feb 25, 2024

Janet L. Dolinsky, 92, of Lititz passed away on Sunday, February 25, 2024 at Lancaster General Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Born in Johnstown, PA she was the daughter of the late Elizabeth (Geyer) and Andrew Polca. She was the loving wife to the late Stephen J. Dolinsky, who passed away July 2006.

Janet was a...

Feb 25, 2024

Why-What: This brief "Lookback," reflects on my more than 88 years, a sort of pre-obituary. I choose to prepare this now because I don't trust others to get it right. Furthermore I don't want to wait until I am dead to have people read about me and miss out on knowing what they have might have said....