Recent Obituaries

Lancaster, PA and surrounding areas

Charles G. Nissley

Charles G. Nissley

May 14, 2023

Charles G. Nissley, 91, formerly of 402 Lampeter Road, Lancaster, passed away on Saturday at the Westchase Senior Living Community in Houston, Texas following an extended illness.  Charles was the husband of Marion S. Nissley who preceded him in death on May 14 of this year.  They celebrated 56 years of marriage this past February 3 rd .  Born...

Henry E. Sauber

Henry E. Sauber

May 13, 2023

Sauber, Henry E., 91, of Willow Valley, passed away, Saturday, May 13, 2023. Funeral Services will be held at the convenience of the family in Mebane, North Carolina.

Harry K. Monahas

Harry K. Monahas

May 13, 2023

Harry K. Monahas, 80, of Lancaster, passed away after a short illness on May 13, 2023 surrounded by his family.

He was the husband of Koula (Samaras) Monahas, with whom he shared 53 years of marriage this past March 8th. Born in Kos, Greece, he was the son of the late Kimon and Kidonia (Parveris) Monahas.

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Joyce L. Frey

Joyce L. Frey

May 12, 2023

Joyce L. Frey, 76, of Lancaster, passed away on Friday, May 12, 2023 at Lancaster Nursing and Rehabilitation.

Joyce retired from Darrenkamp's where she worked as a cashier for over 30 years. Some of the activities Joyce enjoyed the most was gardening, both flowers and vegetables, and going dancing. Any time there was a live band, she...

Timothy H. Stump

Timothy H. Stump

May 12, 2023

Timothy H. Stump, 60, of Lancaster, PA passed away on May 12, 2023 at Lancaster General Hospital, with his family by his side.

He was the husband of more than 36 years to Kelly Criddle. They lived a wonderful life together. Born in Lancaster, PA, he was the son of the late Howard J. Stump and Carol...

Elizabeth "Betsy" Fuhrman

Elizabeth "Betsy" Fuhrman

May 11, 2023

On May 11th, 2023, Elizabeth "Betsy" Fuhrman moved on to her final adventure. She was born in Harrisburg, PA on December 10th, 1948, the daughter of George T. and Agnes M. Noll Fuhrman who preceded her in death.

Betsy grew up in the Eden Manor neighborhood in Lancaster and spent her formative years as well as her...

David Harold Burkholder

David Harold Burkholder

May 11, 2023

David Harold Burkholder, age 73, of Leola passed away at home on May 11, 2023. Born in Chambersburg, PA., he was the son of the late Samuel H. and Barbara Rhoda (Wenger) Burkholder.

David is survived by his wife, Marlene Burkholder and his brother Roy Burkholder, married to Ruth.

A celebration of David's life will...

Joseph T. Woznitski

Joseph T. Woznitski

May 10, 2023

Joseph T. Woznitski. 80, of 717 Woodfield Dr. Lititz, Pa. passed away Saturday, May 10 surrounded by his family at the Essa Flory Hospice Center. Joe was born in Wilkes-Barre, PA, and was the son of the late Joseph Woznitski and Veronica (Dersavage) Woznitski. He was the husband of Josephine (Grosek) "Babe" Woznitski and this coming September they would...

Rosemarie Spencer

Rosemarie Spencer

May 9, 2023

Rosemarie Spencer, 87, of Lampeter TWP, passed away peacefully in her home on Tuesday, May 9, 2023. Born in Lancaster PA, she was the daughter of Grace L. Kirk and Daniel Hardy, both deceased. She was preceded in death by a son, Daniel Stitzel and her late husband of 50 years, Robert L. Spencer.

A beloved Mother...

Rev. Paul Baranek

Rev. Paul Baranek

May 9, 2023

Rev. Paul Baranek, 89, passed away at Luther Acres, Lititz, PA, on Tuesday, May 9, 2023. He shared 35 years of marriage with his wife Martha Stava Baranek.

Born in New York City with Slovakian heritage, Paul was the son of the late Paul and Anna (Sukup) Baranek. He earned a Master's Degree in Clinical Counseling from...

J. Vernon “Bud” Moore

J. Vernon “Bud” Moore

May 8, 2023

J. Vernon "Bud" Moore, 93, of Millersville passed away Monday, May 8, 2023. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Henry J. and Elizabeth K. (Groff) Moore. He was the husband of the late Delores J. "Dolly" (Hively) Moore who passed away in 2009.

He worked at Armstrong World Industries as a general production...

Genevieve "Ginny" R. Raihl

Genevieve "Ginny" R. Raihl

May 8, 2023

Genevieve "Ginny" R. Raihl, 57, passed away unexpectedly on May 8, 2023, at Lancaster General Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of Roberta (Lewis) and Wilbur Yoder.

Her family remembers her as a quintessential mother and grandmother. She had a tender heart, and her world revolved around taking care of...

Lester Parke Brown Sr. “Pap”

Lester Parke Brown Sr. “Pap”

May 7, 2023

Lester Parke Brown Sr. "Pap", 86, of Lancaster PA passed away May 7, 2023. He was born to the late Veryle D. Brown and Edna Hess in Lancaster. Pap worked as a truck driver, hauling milk, tomatoes and dry goods for many years at W.H. Johns Trucking. When his daughter, Cindy was born, he moved on to be a...

Betty L. Singleton

Betty L. Singleton

May 7, 2023

Betty L. Singleton, 94, of Lancaster passed into the arms of our Lord on May 7, 2023. She was born to late parents Harry Graham and Martha (Slicer) Graham. Betty was a graduate of the 1948 class of Manheim Township, and a longtime member of the Long Memorial United Methodist Church. Betty spent 26 years working in production at...

Jamie R. (Bowers) Belange

Jamie R. (Bowers) Belange

May 7, 2023

Jamie R. (Bowers) Belange, 60, of Leola, PA passed away on Sunday, May 7, 2023. Born in Galeton, PA she was the daughter of the late Shirley (Rineer) and James Bowers, Sr. She was the wife to Yvelend Belange with whom she shared 19 years of marriage.

Prior to retirement, Jamie worked as a CNA for Maple...

Thomas J. Prokop

Thomas J. Prokop

May 7, 2023

Thomas J. Prokop, 61, of Lancaster, PA passed away on Sunday, May 7, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. Born in Bayonne, NJ, he was the son of the late Janet (Stack) and Thomas J. Prokop. He was the beloved husband to Randy Rudy, with whom he shared over 9 years of marriage.

Thomas worked at McKesson...

Shirley Mae (Eshleman) Helm

Shirley Mae (Eshleman) Helm

May 7, 2023

Shirley Mae (Eshleman) Helm received her angel wings on Sunday, May 7th in the comfort of her 8 children.

Born December 18, 1937 to Mary Eshleman and Edward Eshleman of Lancaster, PA. Shirley was 85 years old, preceded in death to her husband, Charles Helm of 67 years. Shirley died in her home under hospice care surrounded...

Raymond J. Good

Raymond J. Good

May 6, 2023

Raymond J. Good, 85, of Willow Valley, formerly of Ocean City, NJ, passed away Saturday, May 6, 2023, surrounded by his loving wife and children. Born in Somerville, NJ, he was the son of the late John and Stella (Kalamarz) Good. He was the husband of Elizabeth R. "Betty" (Reid) Good with whom he shared over 63 years of...

John David Mcconnell

John David Mcconnell

May 6, 2023

John David McConnell, age 29, passed away at his home on Saturday, May 6, 2023. Born in La Mesa, California, he was the son of the late John McConnell and Maritza (Montero) Sweigart.

John was a true artist. He loved drawing and designing his own tattoos. He appreciated nature and enjoyed spending time fishing and hiking. When...

John Allen Burke

John Allen Burke

May 6, 2023

John Allen Burke, 82, of Lititz, passed away at his residence surrounded by his family on May 6, 2023.

Born in Oak Park, IL, he was the son of the late Chester J. and Jeanette Andersen Burke. He was the husband of Kathryn A. Bagley Burke, with whom he celebrated 56 years of marriage.

He...

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