Recent Obituaries

Lancaster, PA and surrounding areas

Antonio J. Cunha

Antonio J. Cunha

Sep 30, 2023

Antonio J. Cunha, 74, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 30, 2023 at LGH/Penn Medicine Hospital. He was born in Castelo Branco, Portugal and was the son to the late Antonio and Natalia Cunha of Portugal.

He was the loving husband of Chris (Snyder) Cunha with whom he shared 42 wonderful years in June of...

Richard D. "Dick" Hull

Richard D. "Dick" Hull

Sep 30, 2023

Richard D. "Dick" Hull, a lifelong resident of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2023, at the age of 74. He was born in Lancaster, PA, to the late Mae (Warfel) and Harry E. Hull.

Dick was a loving husband, having shared 51 wonderful years of marriage with his beloved wife, Helen. Their enduring love...

K. Barbara Reed

K. Barbara Reed

Sep 30, 2023

K. Barbara Reed, 68 of Lancaster, Pa died September 30 th .

Born in Pottstown, Pa and raised in Marion, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Robert G. and Katherine Koslesky Reed.  She was the wife of James C. Reed.  They would have celebrated their 47 th wedding anniversary on October 24 th .

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Jared D. Carnes

Jared D. Carnes

Sep 28, 2023

Jared D. Carnes, 28, of Lancaster, passed away on Thursday, September 28, 2023 unexpectedly at his residence.

Born in Ephrata, he was the son of Douglas W. and Denise R. (Curll) Carnes. Jared was a graduate of Penn State Berks, where he earned a Bachelor of Science and Business degree. He had a desire for knowledge, and...

Richard William Deverter

Richard William Deverter

Sep 28, 2023

Richard W. Deverter, 97, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 28, 2023. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Benjamin and Mary (Robinson) Deverter. He married his beloved wife, Marie Elizabeth in 1949.

Richard was a well decorated member of the US Army and a World War II veteran in the 8th Armored Division....

Robert S. “Bob” Eckman

Robert S. “Bob” Eckman

Sep 28, 2023

Robert S. "Bob" Eckman, age 93, of Akron, PA. passed away on September 28, 2023. Born in Lancaster, Bob was the son of the late Jacob and Florence (Shirk) Eckman.

After completing high school, Bob served in the United States Army Reserves. Upon his completion of service, he went to work and retire from Acme Markets, INC....

Richard E. "Dick" Kramer, Jr.

Richard E. "Dick" Kramer, Jr.

Sep 27, 2023

Richard E. (Dick) Kramer, Jr. age 87, passed away unexpectedly on September 27, 2023 at his home. He and his wife, Carol (Jenkins) Kramer, celebrated 63 ½ years of marriage until she passed away in February 2022. They resided at Willow Valley Communities Manor North in Lancaster, PA since November 1995.

Dick was born in Pittsburgh, PA...

Anne Louise Souders

Anne Louise Souders

Sep 27, 2023

Anne "Louise" Souders, 90 of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on Wednesday September 27, 2023, at St. Anne's Retirement Community. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Angelina A. (Cassido) and George H. Painter, Jr. She was the beloved wife to the late Thomas J. Souders with whom she celebrated 56 years of marriage.

Louise...

Frederick Charles Wagaman, Jr.

Frederick Charles Wagaman, Jr.

Sep 27, 2023

Frederick Charles Wagaman, Jr., 81 of Lancaster, died Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at Penn State Lancaster Health Center following a brief illness. He was born February 27, 1942, the son of the late Frederick Charles Wagaman, Sr. and the late Angela Anna (Breighner).

Fred is survived by his wife of 33 years, Janice (Hakes) Wagaman whom he...

Howard Warren Bartholomew

Howard Warren Bartholomew

Sep 27, 2023

Howard Warren Bartholomew (Bart), 91, passed away peacefully on September 27, 2023, in his home in Lampeter, with his devoted wife and daughters by his side.

Born in Twin Oaks, Delaware County, he was the son of the late John C. and Elsa (Wenkel) Bartholomew. As a young boy, he enjoyed riding his pony Pal, hunting with...

Richard B. “Dick” Kauffman

Richard B. “Dick” Kauffman

Sep 26, 2023

Richard B. "Dick" Kauffman, 96, of Lancaster, passed away on Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at his residence.

Born in Reading, he was the son of the late Orion and Lena (McCoy) Kauffman. He was married for 55 years to the late Mary A. (Bechok) Kauffman before her passing.

Dick worked as a Production Planner for...

Mary Elizabeth Herr

Mary Elizabeth Herr

Sep 26, 2023

Mary Elizabeth Herr (Hershey), 89, of Lancaster, PA, entered her eternal rest on September 26, 2023, following a recent illness.

Mary was born on February 5, 1934, in Lancaster PA, attended Lancaster Mennonite School, and was married on September 3, 1966. Following a month-long honeymoon tour of US national parks, the couple spent the first year of...

Donald L. Robinson

Donald L. Robinson

Sep 26, 2023

Donald L. Robinson, 73, of Millersville borough, beloved husband, father, Pap, and friend, died peacefully in the arms of his wife with his children by his side. He is now home in the presence of the Lord. Don suffered complications from serious fall on Sept.26 th , three days after his return from a 50 th anniversary celebration out...

Jack S. Smith

Jack S. Smith

Sep 25, 2023

Jack S. Smith, age 81, passed away at Lancaster General Hospital on September 25, 2023. Born in Ephrata, he was the son of the late Stiles H. and Olive Marie (Horning) Smith.

Jack was a member of LCBC Lancaster Campus. He honorably served his country in the United States Army reserves. He was an avid runner and...

Larry Wayne Mcelroy

Larry Wayne Mcelroy

Sep 25, 2023

Larry W. McElroy, 68, of Pequea, passed away Monday, September 25, 2023. Born and raised in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Russell and Pauline (Dennis) McElroy.

Many remember Larry for his impeccable sense of humor and his sense of living life to the fullest.

Larry is survived by his sons: Larry W....

Treba Ruhl

Treba Ruhl

Sep 25, 2023

Treba Ruhl, 85, a woman known for her strong will, passed away on September 25, 2023. Treba was born on April 16, 1938, to Cyrus and Leah Ruhl in Lancaster County

One of Treba's favorite pastimes was sewing and was known to make beautiful blankets and quilts. She also had a fondness for the outdoors and hunting....

Roger H. Flury

Roger H. Flury

Sep 24, 2023

Roger H. Flury, 76, of Lancaster passed away September 24, 2023. He was born in the winter of 1946 to the late Calvin K. and Mary (Boyer) Flury in Lancaster. Roger was a 3rd generation foundry man and dedicated 28 years to the family business, Flury Foundry, where he served as president for many years. He retired from the...

Dr. Arthur William Craig Abrom

Dr. Arthur William Craig Abrom

Sep 24, 2023

Dr. Arthur William Craig Abrom passed away on September 24th, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. Born in Hackensack, New Jersey on July 20th 1967, he was the son of Barbara (Furo) Abrom and the late Arthur Grant Abrom.

Arthur was the school Superintendent for the Lebanon School District and also served the School District of Lancaster...

Carol W. “Mickey” Blefko

Carol W. “Mickey” Blefko

Sep 23, 2023

Carol W. "Mickey" Blefko, 88, of Lancaster, passed away Saturday, September 23, 2023 at Pleasant View Retirement Community. Born in Johnstown, PA she was the daughter of the late Frederick and Ann (Byrnes) McKenrick.

She graduated from Ebensburg Cambria High School and later received her Bachelor's degree from Pittsburgh Carlow College. Carol served as the school nurse...

Gordon L. Sheaffer

Gordon L. Sheaffer

Sep 23, 2023

Gordon L. Sheaffer, Sr., 84, of Lancaster, passed away at Abbeyville Nursing and Rehabilitation, Lancaster on Saturday, September 23, 2023. He was the beloved husband to the late Donna (Butler) Sheaffer with whom he celebrated over 61 years of marriage.

Born in Lancaster, PA he was the son of the late Violet (Miller) and Edward C. Sheaffer....

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