Recent Obituaries

Lancaster, PA and surrounding areas

Carl A. Ulrich

Carl A. Ulrich

Nov 28, 2023

Carl Ulrich of Lancaster passed away on Tuesday, November 28 at Lancaster General after battling complications from Pneumonia. He was the son of the late Joseph and Julie (Ortleib) Ulrich. He was the husband of Debbie Ulrich for 45 years.

Carl enjoyed fishing, auto racing, and bicycling. Everybody liked Carl because he was humble and great to...

Marian Leah Hartl

Marian Leah Hartl

Nov 27, 2023

Marian Leah Hartl, 66, of East Petersburg, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 27, 2023. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Margaret Hartl.

Many will remember Marian from her countless years as a social worker around Lancaster. After graduating from Millersville University Magna Cum Laude, she began her journey in social work where...

Carlos A. Carrazana Ricardo

Carlos A. Carrazana Ricardo

Nov 27, 2023

Carlos A. Carrazana Ricardo, 18, of Lancaster, a senior at JP McCaskey High School, died suddenly in Baltimore on 11/27/23. Born in Santiago, Cuba, son of Yanet Ricardo Vega (Daisnel Aliaga) and Eliden Carrazana.

Carlos loved football and cars.

Surviving in addition to his parents; brother, Alejandro, step brother Yudani Quintana, aunt Imileisis Vega, uncle...

Joan Lentz

Joan Lentz

Nov 26, 2023

Joan Lentz, 92, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on November 26, 2023. Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late Charles Elwood Van Fossen and Marguerite Guiles. Joan was married over 67 years to her beloved husband Charles E. Lentz prior to his passing in 2022.

Joan was a graduate of Roxborough High School....

Anneliese E. A. Martin

Anneliese E. A. Martin

Nov 26, 2023

Anneliese E.A. Martin, of Millersville, passed away on November 26, 2023. She was born on September 18, 1933, in Germany, and her journey through life was marked by resilience, love, and a commitment to family and community.

Anneliese made her way to the United States in 1955, where she embraced the opportunity for a new life and...

Robert “Bob” Tennant

Robert “Bob” Tennant

Nov 25, 2023

Robert "Bob" Tennant went to be with Jesus and walk on those golden streets November 25, 2023.

Survived by his wife, Judy Tennant, and loved by family and friends of many years.

A memorial service will be held for Bob at 11AM on Saturday, December 9, 2023 at Living Hope Community Church, 2823 Columbia Avenue,...

Marian Ranck Gerhart

Marian Ranck Gerhart

Nov 25, 2023

Marian Ranck Gerhart departed this life on Saturday November 25, 2023, in her one hundredth year. Born in Lancaster, PA, on Sunday February 3, 1924, to the late Mr. and Mrs. J. Paul Ranck, she graduated from J.P. McCaskey High School in 1941 and enrolled in Millersville State Teacher's College. Upon graduation, and with the encouragement of Millersville's Librarian...

Jeri Eugene Stumpf

Jeri Eugene Stumpf

Nov 25, 2023

Jeri Eugene Stumpf, 79, entered into rest on November 25, 2023, at his home in Willow Street, Pennsylvania. Jeri was born in Dover PA, the son of the late Jesse Eugene Stumpf and late Dorothy (Kunkel) Stumpf.

He was the beloved and cherished husband of Deborah (Rivers Chapman) Stumpf sharing 29 years of marriage.

He...

Teresa I. Tymon

Teresa I. Tymon

Nov 25, 2023

Teresa I. Tymon, 97, of Lancaster, died on November 25, 2023 at home surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Lancaster on August 20, 1926, she was the devoted wife of Walter G. Tymon until his passing in 2014. They celebrated their 66th wedding anniversary on October 18th 2013.

She was a graduate of Lancaster...

Anna Mae Poplar Stonesifer

Anna Mae Poplar Stonesifer

Nov 24, 2023

Hark, mournful tidings unfold as we mark the passing of Anna Mae Poplar Stonesifer, aged 93, of Lititz, who breathed her last on the morn of Friday, November 24, 2023, at Lancaster Nursing and Rehab. Born within the bustling confines of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Anna Rutledge and Daniel Foster.

Anna Mae,...

Anthony (Tony) L. Taglieri

Anthony (Tony) L. Taglieri

Nov 24, 2023

Anthony (Tony) L. Taglieri (62), of Willow Street, passed away unexpectedly at his home on November 24th, 2023. Tony was born on June 20th, 1961, to Joy Fisher and the late Thomas Taglieri Sr. He spent the majority of his work life at NTN until he switched to Harrington Hoists 13 years ago.

Tony is survived by...

Cynthia Ann Sharpe

Cynthia Ann Sharpe

Nov 24, 2023

Cynthia Ann Sharpe, also known as Mam-Maw, 75, of Millersville, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, November 24, 2023, at Penn Medicine -Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Charles M. and Betty J (Smith) Sharpe. She was the wife of Kenneth R. Flosser for 30 years.

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Dolores (Jean) Herr Byers

Dolores (Jean) Herr Byers

Nov 24, 2023

Dolores (Jean) Herr Byers, 86, of Lancaster, PA, went to be with her Lord and Savior on November 24, 2023, after being under Hospice care. She will rejoice in Heaven where she will be reunited with those who proceeded her in death including her father, Luther P. Herr, her mother Alberta M. Herr, cousin, Alberta K. Bradley, son-in-law, Salvatore...

Rudy Oleksa

Rudy Oleksa

Nov 24, 2023

Rudy Oleksa, 88, of Lancaster passed away Friday, November 24, 2023 at home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Conemaugh, PA he was the son of the late Michael and Zuzanna (Gera) Oleksa. He was the loving husband of Carol A. (Donohue) Oleksa with whom he celebrated over 32 years of marriage.

He was a 1953...

Daniel E. Hughes

Daniel E. Hughes

Nov 24, 2023

Daniel E. Hughes, 54, of Lititz Pa, passed away on Tuesday, November 24 th surrounded by his loving family following a lengthy illness. He was the husband of Donalee M. Meloy Hughes, with whom he celebrated 29 years of marriage this past January 19 th . Born in Wilmington, DE, he was the son of Margaret E. Wilhelm Hughes...

Edith S. Heckel

Edith S. Heckel

Nov 23, 2023

Edith S. Heckel (Edie) 90, of Lititz, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by the love of her family on Thanksgiving November 25, 2023, she was the daughter of George Ness Spalding and Nellie Wallace Spalding. She was the wife of David G. Heckel, with whom she celebrated 69 years of marriage in September.

Edith grew up...

Pamela J. Keller

Pamela J. Keller

Nov 23, 2023

Pamela J. Keller, 71, of Drums, PA, passed away on Thursday, November 23, 2023, at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center. Born in Elizabethtown, she was the daughter of the late Wesley R. and Ellen (Gantz) Espenshade. Pam was the loving and devoted wife of Wesley C. Keller, and together they celebrated 50 years of marriage.

Pam's vibrant...

Rita M. Gutshall

Rita M. Gutshall

Nov 23, 2023

Rita M. Gutshall, 96, of Luther Acres, passed away on Thursday, November 23, 2023. Born in Hazelton, she was the daughter of the late Albert and Mary (DeJoseph) Forte. Rita was the devoted wife of the late Lester L. Gutshall, who passed away in 1998.

A dedicated homemaker, Rita's life revolved around her husband, children, and grandchildren....

Sophie M. Zwolenik

Sophie M. Zwolenik

Nov 23, 2023

Sophie M. Zwolenik, 89, of Lancaster, was welcomed into the gates of Heaven on November 23, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Summit Hill, PA she was the daughter of the late Stanley and Mary (Gurka) Ogozalek. She was the loving wife of Peter M. Zwolenik for over 60 years until his passing in January 2021.

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John "Jack" Vulgaris, Jr

John "Jack" Vulgaris, Jr

Nov 22, 2023

John "Jack" Vulgaris, Jr, age 90, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on November 22, 2023. He was a loving and devoted Father and Husband, who was married to Dee Vulgaris (who preceded him in death) for 65 years.

Born in Baltimore, MD, he was the oldest of 5 sons to John and Helen Vulgaris. He graduated from...

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