Recent Obituaries

Lancaster, PA and surrounding areas

Debra K. Sheetz

Debra K. Sheetz

Aug 2, 2026

Debra Sheetz (formerly Johnson), 67, passed away on August 2, 2026. Born on January 4, 1959, in Lebanon, Pennsylvania, Debra lived a life marked by kindness, generosity, and a genuine love for those around her.

Debra was a devoted mother to her children, Cale Johnson, Jade Lake (formerly Sheetz), and Cody Sheetz. She was also a proud and loving grandmother to...

William J. Cook, Sr.

William J. Cook, Sr.

Aug 2, 2026

William J. Cook, Sr, 85, passed away at Hamilton Arms on Sunday, August 2, 2026. Born in Urbana, IL, he was the son of the late Joseph and Helen (Kimberlin) Cook.

Bill served in the US Navy as a Radioman Second Class onboard the USS Ranger (CVA-61) during the Vietnam War, and then as police officer with the Manheim Township Police...

Robert E. "Bob" Brubaker

Robert E. "Bob" Brubaker

Aug 2, 2026

Robert E. “Bob” Brubaker, 93, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 2, 2026.

Bob was raised by his parents Agnes (McKelvey) and Wallace L. Brubaker on Church St. in Lancaster with his sister, Helen and brothers, Adam, Mal, Dick, Wallace, Earl, and Don. He was an avid member of the YMCA throughout adolescence and graduated from J.P. McCaskey in 1951. He...

John F. Enright

John F. Enright

Aug 1, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John F. Enright, who left this world on August 1, 2026. Born on June 8, 1983, in Philadelphia, PA, John was a cherished husband, father, and friend, who brought joy and laughter to those around him. Currently residing in Lititz, PA, he was known for his warm smile and...

Diana Marie Goldbach

Diana Marie Goldbach

Aug 1, 2026

Diana Marie Goldbach, 71, of Lebanon, PA, passed away on August 1, 2026 at Myerstown Nursing & Rehab. Born in Wilkes-Barre, PA, she was the daughter of the late John and Gladys (Priest) Novack. Diana was the loving wife of the late Barry Eugene Goldbach, who passed away in 2018.

Diana enjoyed going to the movies and trying new restaurants, but...

Nancy A. Ross

Nancy A. Ross

Jul 31, 2026

Nancy Anne Ross, 93, of Willow Valley Communities in Lancaster, died peacefully in her sleep after a long illness on July 31, 2026. Born in Oak Park, Illinois on December 2, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Walter A. Gibbon and Katherine J. Schroer. Nancy was preceded in death by her husband John Harold Ross in 1981, her...

Marlin G. Schnupp

Marlin G. Schnupp

Jul 31, 2026

Marlin G. Schnupp, 79, of Wrightsville, Pennsylvania, died on Friday, July 31, 2026.

Born on June 12, 1947, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Marlin was raised on Gypsy Hill Road. He was a hardworking man who spent many years driving tractor-trailers across the country and working in demolition. His faith in Jesus, love for his country, and appreciation for the outdoors and the...

Mary Ann Dickson

Mary Ann Dickson

Jul 30, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Mary Ann Dickson, aged 88, who departed this life peacefully on July 30, 2026, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Born on July 14, 1938, in Brooklyn, New York, Mary Ann lived a life dedicated to her family, embodying the essence of a quintessential mother and grandmother.

Mary Ann was a devoted homemaker...

Michael Anthony Benner

Michael Anthony Benner

Jul 30, 2026

Michael Anthony Benner, 71, of Millersville, PA, passed away on July 30, 2026 at his home surrounded by his family. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of Mary (O’Neil) Benner and the late Jere Benner. Michael was the husband of 51 years to Marie (Madonna) Benner.

Michael was a laborer for 30 years with the Armstrong Floor Plant. He was...

Joan M. Pearson

Joan M. Pearson

Jul 29, 2026

Joan M. Pearson, 81, formerly of West Lampeter Township, PA, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at Providence Place Senior Living of Lancaster.

Born in Lancaster, PA, she was the daughter of the late Jay and Kathryn (Englert) Groff.

Joan worked for the former Skyline and continued when it became ACME Markets as a shipping receiver in the warehouse.

She loved...

Lawrence "Larry" A. Wimer

Lawrence "Larry" A. Wimer

Jul 29, 2026

Lawrence “Larry” A. Wimer, 76, of Elizabethtown, PA, passed away at Hospice & Community Care, Mount Joy, PA, on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, with his loving family by his side. Larry shared 22 years of marriage with his wife Joan (Kisner) Wimer.

He was born in Lancaster, PA, the son of the late Lawrence Reedy and Lettie (Miles) Wimer.

Larry was a...

Gerald E. Shank

Gerald E. Shank

Jul 29, 2026

After a long and faithful journey, Gerald (Jerry) Shank, 84, of Lititz quietly returned the gift of life to the creator who bestowed it in the first place. He died on July 29, 2026, due to pulmonary fibrosis.

Born in Marion, PA, Jerry was the son of the late Glenn H and Mae (Lehman) Shank. Jerry and his wife Ethel (Stoltzfus)...

Margaret S Wible

Margaret S Wible

Jul 28, 2026

Margaret Ann Wible, 89, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2026, at Brethren Village in Lititz, Pennsylvania.

Born on September 29, 1936, in Allegheny, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Robert Stewart and Adelaide (Troutman) Stewart. She was a graduate of Penn State University where she met her future husband and received a Bachelor's degree in Home Economics. Together...

Todd Eric Hauck Sr.

Todd Eric Hauck Sr.

Jul 28, 2026

Todd E. Hauck, Sr., 59, of Ephrata, passed away at WellSpan Ephrata Hospital, Tuesday, July 28, 2026, surrounded by his family. Born March 20, 1967, he was the son of Frances L. (Owen) Hauck and the late Raymond "Carveth" Hauck.

Todd worked as a plastics extruding technician and most recently, enjoyed working in the Novelteez store at Berkshire Mall.

A...

Martha E. Sims

Martha E. Sims

Jul 27, 2026

Martha Elizabeth Sims, 81, a retired law firm administrator and paralegal and accomplished artist and sculptor, passed away early Monday morning, July 27, 2026. She was a resident at Trillium Place in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

Born in Tampa, Florida, Martha was the youngest of four daughters of Flora and Bill Sims. Martha grew up in Lake Wales, Florida and as an adult...

Patricia Anne Scott

Patricia Anne Scott

Jul 27, 2026

Patricia Anne Scott died on July 27th, just shy of her 98th birthday. She was a warm, intelligent woman with strong opinions and convictions. She aged with ongoing curiosity, grace, and good humor.

Pat was born to Doris and Frank Twining in 1928 in Oxford, England and lived with her parents and grandparents. Pat was 11 when WWII began, and she...

David William Woyurka

David William Woyurka

Jul 27, 2026

David William Woyurka, 84, of Lititz, PA, passed away on July 27, 2026 at his home after a brief illness. Born in Shamokin, PA, he was the son of the late George & Virginia (Bastress) Woyurka. David was the husband of 53 years to the late Linda L. (Weidman) Woyurka.

David retired after 30+ years of service with Conrail and Amtrak....

Carolyn Clarice "Lynn" Steedle

Carolyn Clarice "Lynn" Steedle

Jul 27, 2026

Carolyn Clarice “Lynn” Steedle, 95, of Trillium Place in Lancaster, passed away on July 27, 2026. Born in Brooklyn, NY, she was the daughter of the late Rev. Ernest and Clara Strassburger. Lynn was preceded in death by her husbands, Jack G. Nye in 1961 and the Rev. Edgar H. Steedle in 2010; her sister and brother-in-law, Ruth and Charles...

Suzuko B. Hewes

Suzuko B. Hewes

Jul 27, 2026

Suzuko Banno Hewes, 102, of Lancaster, passed away at Rose City Nursing & Rehab on Monday, July 27, 2026. Born in Gifu-ken, Japan, she became a naturalized citizen of the United States in 1996.

Suzuko was married for 52 years to the late Jay B. Hewes who preceded her in death in 2010.

Suzuko worked as a housekeeper for the former St....

Linda Fox Beasley

Linda Fox Beasley

Jul 26, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Linda Fox Beasley, 79, of Mt. Joy, Pennsylvania, who departed this life peacefully on July 26, 2026, with her loving family by her side. Born on April 27, 1947, in Lancaster, Linda was the beloved wife of Alan Beasley, with whom she shared a remarkable bond since their middle...

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