Recent Obituaries

Lancaster, PA and surrounding areas

John W. Mohler, Sr.

John W. Mohler, Sr.

Jan 23, 2023

John W. Mohler, Sr., 85, of Lancaster passed away Friday, December 23, 2022. Born in Lancaster, PA he was the son of the late Raymond and Loreen (Ludwig) Mohler. He was the husband of the late Evelyn Mohler who passed away in 2017.

Surviving is his children: John W. Mohler, Jr., Debra Appel (Steve), Edwin Mohler (Tara);...

Ascher Y. Pha

Ascher Y. Pha

Jan 22, 2023

Ascher Y. Pha, beloved son of Vang B. and Mai Chou Yang of Gordonville, passed away on January 22, 2023 at Womens and Babies Hospital in Lancaster.

Ascher, in addition to his parents, is survived by his sister, Ava, and his grandparents: Nhia Toua Yang and Pao Mee Xiang Yang, and Nyiaj Yang Pha and Sao V....

Elizabeth Ann Ford

Elizabeth Ann Ford

Jan 22, 2023

Elizabeth Ann Ford, 76, of Lancaster, entered into eternal rest on January 22, 2023, at Lancaster General Hospital. Born and raised in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late James W. and Viola E. Ford.

She graduated from J.P. McCaskey High School and went on to attend Millersville University, where she obtained her BA in early...

Henry William Kirchner

Henry William Kirchner

Jan 22, 2023

Henry "Bud" Kirchner, 90, of Oracle, Arizona, passed away January 22, 2023, at home surrounded by his family. He was born in Lancaster, Pennsylvania to Henry and Helen (Steinheiser) Kirchner on July 10, 1932. Henry grew up in Lancaster with his younger siblings, Helen (Scheingraber) and Edward.

After high school, Henry joined the U.S. Navy and earned...

Helen M. Brown

Helen M. Brown

Jan 22, 2023

Helen M. Brown, 104, formerly of Quarryville, passed away on Sunday, January 22, 2023 at the Mennonite Home.

She was the wife of the late Joseph Brown, with whom she shared 63 years of marriage until his passing in 2007. Born in New Providence, she was the daughter of the late William and E. Maude Smith Gleisner....

Stella A. Pletcher

Stella A. Pletcher

Jan 21, 2023

Stella A. Pletcher, 71, of Lancaster, passed away on Saturday, January 21, 2023 in the presence of her children and into the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She spent the last days of her life surrounded by family and friends.

She was the wife of the late Charles J. Pletcher, who passed away in...

Margaret Mae Scarchello "Maggie"

Margaret Mae Scarchello "Maggie"

Jan 21, 2023

Margaret Mae Scarchello "Maggie", 81 of Lancaster, passed away on Saturday January 21st, 2023. Born in Mechanicsburg, PA she was the daughter of the late Lynn and Adeline Farver and was married to Barry Scarchello for 62 years.

Maggie was a graduate of New Cumberland High School class of 1959. After high school she worked for Sears...

Justine K. Rogevich

Justine K. Rogevich

Jan 21, 2023

Justine K. Rogevich; beloved wife, mother, Yaya, dear friend, and animal lover, passed away suddenly on Saturday, January 21, 2023 at Lancaster General Hospital Penn Medicine. Justine was born in Lancaster, where she lived most of her full, beautiful, and happy life. She was the daughter of the late James and E. Grace (Brasch) Gabriel.

Justine is...

Thomas J. Torres, Iii

Thomas J. Torres, Iii

Jan 21, 2023

Thomas J. Torres, III, 60, of Lancaster, PA passed away on Saturday, January 21, 2023 at home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Brooklyn, NY he was the son of the late Tomas I. Torres II and Gladys E. (Torres) Lopez. He was the beloved husband to Carolyn (Alvino) Torres with whom he shared 25 years of marriage....

Lucia Medina

Lucia Medina

Jan 21, 2023

Lucia Medina, 92, of Lancaster passed away at her home on Saturday, January 21, 2023 with her loving family by her side. She was preceded in death by her son/daughter Franki/Betty Valentin and is survived by her remaining children, Rafael Valentin, Rosa Irizarry, Maria Nadal (husband Eduardo), Paul Irizarry (his partner Michelle), Jimmy Irizarry (wife Laura), and David Irizarry...

Carrie D. Burns

Carrie D. Burns

Jan 21, 2023

Carrie D. Burns, 23, of 4082 Jasmine Place, Mount Joy, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, January 21 st in West Hempfield Twp.

Born in Lancaster, Carrie was the daughter of Carla D. Burns Wallick and Milton Wallick of Mount Joy, and the late James A. Christian.

She had been working in telemarketing for Weed Man...

Fay Elizabeth Taska

Fay Elizabeth Taska

Jan 20, 2023

Fay Elizabeth Taska, 82, passed away at Lancaster Nursing & Rehabilitation Center on Friday, January 20, 2023. She was born in Lancaster, the daughter of the late Edward and Ruth May (Leppley) Taska.

A huge fan of Elvis Presley, Fay enjoyed collecting his memorabilia.

Fay's family includes her daughter Joanne Hill, son Kevin Saurbaugh, and...

John Michael Dorofee

John Michael Dorofee

Jan 20, 2023

John Michael Dorofee, 66, of Lititz passed away January 20, 2023. He was born to the late John and Margaret Dorofee in Vineland, NJ. John was a graduate and all-star basketball player from the Sacred Heart high school in Vineland. He went on to attend F&M college where he obtained a bachelor's degree. In 1988 John bought Wicker Imports;...

Alice Callihan Adams

Alice Callihan Adams

Jan 20, 2023

Alice Callihan Adams, 91, of Lititz, PA passed away on Friday, January 20th at home. She was the daughter of the late David L. and L. Ila Callihan and widow of Vernon "Nick" Adams who passed away in 2012.

Alice was a member of the Church of the Brethren for 75 years. She was active in both...

Mary R. Kling

Mary R. Kling

Jan 20, 2023

Mary R. Kling, 86, of 521A Abbeyville Road, died with family present at the Hospice of Lancaster County in Mount Joy on Wednesday, January 20 after a becoming ill over the Christmas holidays.

Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of Lewis and Ruth Moser. Except for 2 years as a young adult when she lived in...

Efren C. Magtagnob Sr.

Efren C. Magtagnob Sr.

Jan 20, 2023

Efren C. Magtagnob Sr, 80, of Lancaster, PA, formerly of Virac, Catanduanes, Philippines, died on Friday, January 20, 2023 surrounded by his family here in Lancaster.

He is survived by his wife, Tita (Bolano) Magtagnob and 4 sons, Christopher, husband of Helen, John Cesar, husband of Brenda, Efren, Jr., husband of Maradel, of the Philippines, and Dr....

Martin Earl Campbell

Martin Earl Campbell

Jan 19, 2023

Martin Earl Campbell 74 of Lititz, passed away on January 19, 2023, in Hospice at the Lebanon VA Hospital. Born in Lancaster, on January 24, 1948, he was the son of Ralph M. and Amy Flahart Campbell.

Marty graduated from Manheim Township High School, Class of 1966, then attended Millersville State College. He then enlisted in the...

James R. Gooden

James R. Gooden

Jan 19, 2023

James R. Gooden, 69, of Lititz, passed away suddenly on Thursday, January 19, 2023. Jim "Jimmy" was born in Alexander City, but lived most of his life in Florida. He was the youngest son of the late Jack and Wynona (Boyd) Gooden. He leaves behind his loving wife Kathy (Gordon) Gooden, with whom he shared over 33 years of...

James M. Bachman

James M. Bachman

Jan 19, 2023

James M. "Jim" Bachman, 76, of Lititz, passed away at home on Thursday, January 19, 2023. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Carl and Jane (Banzhof) Bachman. He was married to Linda (Wolpert) Bachman for over 46 years.

Jim was a 1965 graduate of Warwick High School. After graduation, he worked for Baby...

Sally Ann Hillegas

Sally Ann Hillegas

Jan 19, 2023

Sally Ann Hillegas, age 82, of Conestoga, passed away peacefully at Homestead Village on Thursday, January 19, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Sally was born in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, on June 4th, 1940, to the late Charles L. and Mary E. (Ward) Thourot. She married the late Dr. Gordon L. Hillegas, on Christmas Eve, 1961. They celebrated 53 years...

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