Carol Habich Ford
Nov 28, 2025
Carol Habich Ford, 68, of Brownstown, PA, died on November 28th, 2025, due to complications from congestive heart failure and Alzheimer's disease.
Carol was the daughter of the late Helen and Robert Habich and grew up in Farmingdale, NY. She played badminton and graduated second in her class at Farmingdale High School. A member of Alpha Chi...
Larry Weinstein
Nov 28, 2025
Larry Weinstein, 78, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 28, 2025. Born on May 16, 1947, in York, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Morris and Roxie Ann (Lauer) Weinstein.
Larry was the loving husband to the late Lesley Patricia Weinstein for 46 years. Larry cherished his roles of husband, father, brother, uncle, and "Grand...
Judith "Judy" A. Mellott
Nov 28, 2025
Judith "Judy" Anne Mellott (Hoar), 85, of Lititz, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2025, at Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center. Born in Gap, she was the daughter of the late William C. Hoar and Clara K. Hoar, and the wife of Phil Mellott. She and Phil were together for 40 years.
Judy graduated from Pequea...
Dr. Leila Ben-Nasr
Nov 28, 2025
The world has lost a brilliant mind and a boundless heart with the passing of Dr. Leila Ben-Nasr. An educator for over 25 years, Leila was more than a teacher; she was a mentor, a confidante, and a lifelong champion for the thousands of students who walked into her classroom.
Born in Coatesville, Pennsylvania, Leila was a...
Kevin Michael Wainwright
Nov 27, 2025
Kevin Michael Wainwright, 64, passed away November 27, 2025, at his home in Quarryville, PA. Kevin was surrounded by his family as he made his passage to his Heavenly Father. He was born February 21, 1961, to the late John Wesley Wainwright, III and Joann Bowen (Haycraft), in Newport News, VA.
In addition to his mother, Kevin...
David G. Kerchner
Nov 27, 2025
David G. Kerchner, 92, of Quarryville, PA, passed away on Thursday, November 27, 2025 at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Schenectady, NY, he was the son of the late Louise (Grim) and Oscar Kerchner. He was the beloved husband of his late wife, Barbara, with whom he shared 63 years of devoted marriage.
David received his Bachelor's...
Joshua Mark "Josh" Eaby
Nov 27, 2025
Joshua Mark "Josh" Eaby, of Etown, PA, passed away the night of November 27, 2025. Josh was a devoted father, son, brother, partner, and friend. Josh was born on August 14th, 1984 in Newport RI, the son of Daniel and Joanne Eaby. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his daughter Kylee Wood, significant other, Erica Gehman,...
Mildred "Millie" Pedelini
Nov 27, 2025
Mildred "Millie" Pedelini, 100, of Wilmington, DE and Lititz, passed away on Thursday, November 27, 2025. Born in Wilmington, DE, she was the daughter of the late Everett Pegan and Sarah (Maxwell) Pegan. She was also the loving wife to Francis "Frank" Pedelini for over 50 years before his passing in 2011.
Millie was a 1943 graduate...
Joann Autz
Nov 27, 2025
JoAnn Autz 78, of Lancaster, and formerly New York, passed away peacefully on November 27, 2025. Born in Brooklyn, she was the daughter of the late Vincent Angeline and Evelyn (Garnier) Angeline. She was married to her childhood sweetheart and soulmate, George L. Autz, prior to his passing in 1999.
JoAnn graduated from Richmond High School in...
Gloria J. Weaver
Nov 27, 2025
Gloria J. (Nelson) Weaver, 77, of Lancaster, PA, passed away Thanksgiving morning, November 27, 2025, at Lancaster Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. She shared 56 years of marriage with her husband Henry J. Weaver. Henry was serving in the Navy when they were married, and he took her to Hawaii to live.
Born in Chicago, IL, she was...
Erla T. "Sis" Herr
Nov 26, 2025
Erla Teresa (Fritsch) Herr, 99, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on November 26, 2025 at Lancaster Nursing & Rehab. In 11 days, Erla would have turned 100 years old. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late William and Erla (Vollertsen) Fritsch. Erla was the loving wife to the late Vernon E. Herr, Jr, and together they...
Iris Hutchinson
Nov 25, 2025
Iris Hutchinson, age 52, of York, entered eternal rest on November 25, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Trenton, NJ, she was the eldest daughter of Marvin Reese and Margaree (Bethea) Lee. Throughout her life, Iris exemplified deep faith, forging connections with various church communities wherever she called home. Her unwavering commitment to her spirituality was complemented...
Dwight W. Fetterhoff
Nov 25, 2025
Dwight W. Fetterhoff, 75, of Lancaster, passed away Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at Masonic Village Health Care Center, Elizabethtown. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Dwight G. & Mary (Zangari) Fetterhoff. He was the husband of Gail (Crawford) Fetterhoff.
He graduated from Penn Manor High School and was employed in various roles with...
Donald J. Hetrick
Nov 25, 2025
Donald J. Hetrick, 92, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on November 25, 2025. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Ethel Bentley. He was the adoring husband to Anna Mary Hetrick, and they raised three Pomeranians until her passing in 1989.
Don attended J.P. McCaskey High School. He enlisted in the US Army at...
Walter “Walt” Stevens
Nov 24, 2025
Walter "Walt" Stevens, 73, of Conestoga, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2025, after a brief illness. Born on April 19, 1952, Walt lived a life rooted in hard work, devotion to family, and simple joys that brought him great happiness.
Walt dedicated 52 years of his life to Zephyr Aluminum, where he was known for...
Thelma Hayes
Nov 23, 2025
Thelma Hayes was born on Feb 19, 1923, in South Boston, VA and passed on Nov 23, 2025, at the age of 102. Thelma was the only daughter of Lucy Walker and Alexander Carson Puryear from Virgilina, Virginia. She is preceded by her husband, William Kenneth Hayes originally from Roxboro, N.C. who died on March 28, 2007.
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Ltc (Us Army Retired) Billie Ellsworth Searls
Nov 23, 2025
LTC (US Army Retired) Billie Ellsworth Searls, 99, passed on November 23, 2025. He is lovingly remembered by his daughter, Bilita Searls Mattes; his son-in-law, Jonathan Mattes; his grandson, 2ndLt (USMC) Joseph Searls Mattes; his godson Marc Overall; and many others who chose him as their honorary Dad, Uncle and Grandfather. He was the proud son of Elmer and...
John M. Kauffman, Jr.
Nov 23, 2025
John M. Kauffman, Jr., 80, of Conestoga, PA, passed away on Sunday, November 23, 2025 at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Mildred (Rice) and John M. Kauffman, Sr. He was the beloved husband of the late Janet Arlene Kauffman, with whom he shared 57 years of marriage.
A devoted...
Jean A. Hockenbrocht
Nov 23, 2025
Jean A. Hockenbrocht, 89, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 23, 2025. Born in Reading, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Marie Hermany Muthart. Jean was the loving wife of George H. Hockenbrocht and they celebrated their 42nd anniversary this past April. She proudly graduated from Cocalico High School and later began her career...
David Wenger
Nov 23, 2025
David Wenger completed his final journey on Nov. 23, 2025. Raised among milking barns and sports fields of Chambersburg, PA, David was the 3rd of 4 sons and distinguished himself early by bravely choosing his own path. A conscientious objector during the Vietnam War, he completed his 1W service in the pharmacy at LGH, which became his professional home...
