Recent Obituaries

Lancaster, PA and surrounding areas

Robert A. France

Robert A. France

Oct 28, 2025

Robert A. France, 88, formerly of Penndel, PA passed away on October 28, 2025 in Lititz, PA.

He is survived by his wife Elaine with whom he shared 63 years of marriage, 2 children, their spouses and 4 grandchildren. Bob retired from UPS and spent his retirement years building and maintaining an elaborate garden railroad in the...

Mary Antoinette Valeski

Mary Antoinette Valeski

Oct 28, 2025

Mary Antoinette Valeski, 84, of Lititz, was welcomed into the open arms of her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at Brethren Village. Born in Philadelphia, PA, she was the daughter of the late Anthony G. and Alberta Kott Valeski.

She was a woman true and devoted to her Catholic faith. She graduated from John...

Vaughn H. Ferich

Vaughn H. Ferich

Oct 28, 2025

Vaughn H. Ferich, 73, formerly of Manheim, PA, passed away at his Middletown, PA residence on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. Vaughn and his wife Kim E. (Gianquitto) Ferich shared 23 years of marriage.

He was born in Lancaster, the son of the late John H. and Dorothy (Fanelli) Ferich. Vaughn graduated from J. P. McCaskey High School....

Diana L. Coyne

Diana L. Coyne

Oct 28, 2025

Diana L. Coyne, 77, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2025. Born on November 14, 1947, in Baltimore, Maryland, to Leora and Robert Brathuhn, Diana lived a life marked by devotion to family, professional excellence, and joyful adventure.

She is survived by her beloved husband of 40 years, Dick Coyne, and her four children: Kristin Coyne (partner...

Joyce Carolyn Burnett

Joyce Carolyn Burnett

Oct 28, 2025

Joyce Carolyn Burnett, aged 81, of Mount Joy, Pennsylvania, peacefully entered heaven on October 28th, 2025, surrounded by the love of her devoted family.

Joyce was born in White Sulfur Springs, West Virginia, to Samuel Gladwell, Sr., and Veta Arline Gladwell. She grew up in Mercer County, New Jersey, and retired in Mount Joy, Pennsylvania.

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Cheryl Kay Ritchie

Cheryl Kay Ritchie

Oct 27, 2025

After a long hard fight Cheryl Kay Ritchie passed away on October 27, 2025. Cheryl was born July 28,1950, to James R. McGeary and Betty J. McGeary (Stratton). She attended the Riverton, KS. school district. Cheryl married Sparks E. Ritchie on September 23, 1983. Together they raised four sons: David Bond (Dee); James Bond; Jarron Ritchie (Jennifer); Dalton Ritchie....

Angel Rivera

Angel Rivera

Oct 26, 2025

Angel Rivera, 46, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on October 26, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, he was the son of the late Francisco Rivera and Hilda Rodriguez.

After graduating high school, Angel worked for several companies but ultimately built a fulfilling career at TAIT Towers, where his strong work...

Beverly Ann Ebright

Beverly Ann Ebright

Oct 26, 2025

Beverly Ann Ebright, 89, of Mechanicsburg, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2025. Born in Los Angeles, CA, she was the daughter of the late Harvey and Inez (Graham) Hensley. She was married to Barry D. Ebright until his passing in 2009.

Beverly, also affectionately referred to as Bev, graduated from Beaumont High School. She was a...

Kenneth J. Mayes

Kenneth J. Mayes

Oct 26, 2025

Kenneth J. Mayes, 81, of Willow Valley, entered eternity on Sunday, October 26, 2025. Born in Teaneck, NJ he was the son of the late Herbert James and Edith Winifred (Greenaway) Mayes. He was the loving husband of Faith Marie (Grant) Mayes with whom he shared over 24 years of marriage.

Kenneth graduated from Baldwin-Wallace College in...

Floyd Eugene Ile Jr.

Floyd Eugene Ile Jr.

Oct 26, 2025

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, Floyd Eugene Ile Jr., left a lasting mark on the lives of everyone he met. With a heart of gold and a gift for gab, Floyd touched countless lives with his lovable personality, kindness, and generosity.

Floyd's career was marked by dedication and hard work, spanning multiple roles at Waste Management,...

Charles H. “Skip” Baumgardner, Jr.

Charles H. “Skip” Baumgardner, Jr.

Oct 26, 2025

Charles H. "Skip" Baumgardner, Jr., at age 93, passed away on October 26, 2025 in Quarryville.

He was married to Peggy (Campbell) Baumgardner for 60 years, before her death on January 29, 2013. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Charles H. and Grace E. Nolan Baumgardner.

He enjoyed spending time and...

Richard S. Will

Richard S. Will

Oct 26, 2025

Richard S. Will, age 95, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 26, 2025 at the Moravian Manor in Lititz, PA. He was the son of the late Lloyd and Eva Will. He was preceded in death by his three brothers: Lloyd Jr., Ray, and Eugene. He is survived by his loving wife of 72 years, Barbara (Grill) Will, his...

Hipolito "Polo" Saez

Hipolito "Polo" Saez

Oct 25, 2025

Hipolito Saez (Polo), 73, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at his home. Born in Orovocis, Puerto Rico, he was the son of the late Andres Saez. Polito, affectionately known as Papi or Welo, was a laid back, genuine, loving man that enjoyed spending most of his time with his kids and grandkids. That's what...

Larry Torres

Larry Torres

Oct 25, 2025

Larry Torres, 58, passed away at his Lancaster home with his family by his side on Saturday, October 25, 2025. He was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico, the son of Conchita Ortiz.

He graduated from J. P. McCaskey High School, with the Class of 1986, where he played football, wrestled and ran track and field. Throughout his...

Horace R. “Bob” Griest, Jr.

Horace R. “Bob” Griest, Jr.

Oct 25, 2025

Horace R. "Bob" Griest, Jr., 73, of Conestoga, passed away on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at his residence.

Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Horace R. Griest , Sr. and Sara (Adams) Griest. He was the loving husband of Deborah L. Smith-Griest for over 46 years.

Bob was a lifelong resident...

Patricia E. Seigford

Patricia E. Seigford

Oct 24, 2025

Patricia E. Seigford, 87, of Lancaster and formerly of Lititz and Hinsdale, NY, passed away on October 24, 2025 in Lancaster.

She was the wife of the late William L. Seigford, who passed away in August of 2024. Born in Olean, NY, she was the daughter of the late Harold W. and Arlene H. Rarer Randall.

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Margaret Lois Snyder

Margaret Lois Snyder

Oct 24, 2025

Margaret Lois Snyder, 95, of Willow Street, PA, passed away on Friday, October 24, 2025, at Lakes Campus at Willow Valley.

Born in York, PA, she was the daughter of the late Hugh and Mildred (Martin) Manifold. She was the wife of the late Russell W. Snyder, to whom she was married for 49 years.

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Wendy C. (Gales) Stough

Wendy C. (Gales) Stough

Oct 24, 2025

Wendy C. (Gales) Stough, 54, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on Friday, October 24, 2025, at Lancaster General Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Coatesville, PA, she was the daughter of the late Catherine (Arasin) and William Gales, Sr. . She was the beloved wife of Charles "Chuck" Stough, with whom she shared 27 wonderful years of...

John Robert “Rob” Eckenrode

John Robert “Rob” Eckenrode

Oct 24, 2025

John Robert "Rob" Eckenrode,74, peacefully entered the loving embrace of his lord and savior Jesus Christ, on October 24, 2025, after a long hard-fought battle with IPF. Rob truly lived a full and selfless life. From his early years at Sacred Heart of Jesus School/Church and Lancaster Catholic HS ('69), Rob created a solid and loving foundation in his...

Dermot Martin Garrett

Dermot Martin Garrett

Oct 24, 2025

Dermot Martin Garrett, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully at home on October 24, 2025. His wife of 52 years, Jeanne, was at his side.

Dermot was born in Oldham, England, on April 25, 1948, to Henry and Eileen Garrett. After Eileen's passing, he was raised by his father and stepmother, Lucy Garrett. He attended St. Bede's Secondary...

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