David Michael Ecenrode
Nov 8, 2022
David Michael Ecenrode, 60, died November 8th, 2022 at Ephrata Hospital after his brave battle with cancer. Dave was a self-made businessman who created his own successful business, Ecenrode Welding Supply. Dave had a passion for his business, but his greatest passion was that for his family. He was a loving Father, "Poppy"- Grandfather, Son and Brother. He is...
Karen Louise Ault
Nov 8, 2022
Karen Louise Ault, 74, of Lancaster, passed away at home on Tuesday, November 8, 2022. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Paul R. and Hazel (Hixson) Burkhart.
Karen graduated from McCaskey High School in 1966. She was an avid Dallas Cowboy Fan. She enjoyed baking cupcakes and cookies, reading, doing crossword puzzles, and...
Eugene D. Loucks
Nov 8, 2022
Eugene D. Loucks, 75, ran into the arms of Jesus on November 8, 2022 at 11:00AM surrounded by his family. He was the loving husband of Debby (Greenfield) Loucks and wonderful father of Lorinda Tomko. This transition followed a 10-year battle with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and PTSD caused by exposure to Agent Orange in the Vietnam War.
Eugene...
Marian Louise Mehaffey
Nov 7, 2022
Marian Louise Mehaffey, 91 years old, sadly passed away from natural causes on November 7, 2022 at Long Community, Lancaster. Preceded in death by husband, George Mehaffey, son, David May, and grandson, David Moyer. Marian is survived by her daughter Debra May, daughter-in-law Jeannine May, Grandchildren, Greg (Betsy) May, Christina (Garrett) Mann and Colleen Moyer (wife of David). Great...
Eli Zook Fisher
Nov 7, 2022
Eli Zook Fisher entered into the presence of his Heavenly Father on Monday, November 7, 2022, the result of a sudden and unexpected heart attack. Born in Lancaster County on January 6, 1956, he was the son of Betsy K. (Zook) Fisher and the late Benjamin H. Fisher. Eli was the devoted and loving husband of Renee (Greenawalt) Fisher,...
Cynthia "Cindy" C. Sechrist
Nov 7, 2022
Cindy C. Sechrist, 69, of Middletown, Delaware, formerly of Lititz, passed away November 7, 2022. Born in Newark, NJ she was the daughter of the late John and Gloria (Losada) Werb. She was the devoted wife of Warren D. Sechrist until his passing in 1985.
Cindy was proud of obtaining her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from...
Clara M. Heisler
Nov 7, 2022
Clara M. Heisler, age 76, passed away at home on November 7, 2022. She was born to the late Frank and Maude (Kline) Heisler, Sr.
Clara was a member of Rays Temple Church of God In Christ and started the church's flag ministry. In addition to doing flags at church, Clara enjoyed collecting gospel C.D.s, dolls and...
Raymond E. Hohenwarter
Nov 7, 2022
Raymond E. Hohenwarter, 85, of Bird in Hand, passed away on Monday, November 7, 2022. Born in Lancaster, PA he was the son of the late Katherine (Zander) and Edward Hohenwarter. He was the beloved husband to Florence (Schmitt) Hohenwarter with whom he celebrated 67 years of marriage.
Raymond was a member of St. Anthony of Padua...
Saint Paul Freeman, Jr.
Nov 6, 2022
Saint Paul Freeman Jr, son of the late Reverend Saint Paul Freeman Sr and Edna Hanna Purnsley Freeman was born on September 11, 1931, in West Chester Pennsylvania. He departed this life on November 6, 2022, at the age of 91.
Saint Paul was educated in the Lancaster Pennsylvania and Cecil Country, Maryland schools. Saint Paul Jr...
Carson Tanner "Chubz" Getz
Nov 6, 2022
It is with great sadness we announce that Carson Tanner "Chubz" Getz, 19, of Lancaster, passed away unexpectedly in his apartment in Morgantown, WV, on Sunday, November 6, 2022, following complications of a car accident. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of Curtis Getz and Heidi (Klingaman) Kramer.
Carson graduated from Hempfield High School with the...
Mary Lee Nissley
Nov 5, 2022
Mary Lee Nissley, 80, originally of Landisville, PA and more recently of Bainbridge, PA passed away November 5, 2022, at home.
A graduate of Hempfield High School, she earned a bachelor's degree from Northwestern University and went on to work many years for the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution. When she retired, she moved back to Lancaster...
Therese A Magalski
Nov 5, 2022
Therese A Magalski, 90, of Lancaster, entered into eternal rest Saturday, November 5, 2022. She was proceeded in death by her husband, Edward A Magalski, (2008) and her daughter, Diane, in 1964
She is survived by her three sons, Edward, husband of Karen Magalski of Spring Grove, Mark of Lancaster; and Dr. Anthony, husband of Dr. Kimberly...
John Haines Shertzer, Md “Jack”
Nov 5, 2022
John Haines Shertzer, MD, "Jack," 84, passed away at Masonic Village on Saturday, November 5, 2022.
Born in Lancaster to the late Charles Haines and Kathryn (McDivitt) Shertzer, Jack graduated from J.P. McCaskey High School in 1956 as Class President and Valedictorian. He was a two-time PIAA tennis champion, and he was named outstanding athlete at McCaskey....
Alexander W. "Bill" Gerz
Nov 5, 2022
Alexander W. "Bill" Gerz, 61, of Manheim Twp., passed away on Saturday, November 5, 2022, at Lancaster General Hospital following an extended illness. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of Frances A. Gerz and his companion Jane Brady of Lancaster, and the late Judy L. (Ferguson) Gerz who passed in 2020.
Bill was a 1979 graduate...
Huy Chi Hong
Nov 4, 2022
Huy Chi Hong, 77, of Lancaster, passed away on Friday, November 4, 2022 at his residence. Huy was born on November 5, 1945 in Hanoi, Vietnam.
Huy and his son would often go for walks in Greenfield Park when they spent their time together. He loved nature and spent as much time as he could outdoors. Huy...
Keith Eugene Heller
Nov 4, 2022
Keith Eugene Heller, 95, died at Calvary Homes in Lancaster on November 4, 2022. He was born on his family's farm in Wells County, Indiana, a son of Raymond Heller and Flossie (Ochsenrider) Heller. He graduated from Marion High School in Marion, Indiana in 1945. From 1945-1947 Keith served in the U.S. Army's 754th Tank Battalion, stationed in Korea....
Sheila S. Gardner
Nov 4, 2022
Sheila Ann (Smith) Gardner, 82, of Lititz, PA passed away Friday Nov 4th, 2022.
Born in Gastonia, NC, she was the daughter of the late William 'Bill' and Lucille (Shumate) Smith.
Sheila is predeceased by Ned, the love of her life of more than 60 years; her sister Brenda Millsaps and brother in-law Joe Gardner....
Heather E. Ritchey
Nov 3, 2022
Heather E. Ritchey, 44, of Holtwood, PA passed away at home on Thursday, November 3, 2022. Born in Lancaster, PA she was the daughter to Karen (Eckenrode) and the late Kevin Ritchey.
Heather was loved by everyone: her family, her friends, her beloved cat, Peaches, and by all animals she encountered especially squirrels. Heather studied Criminal Psychology...
Joseph Anthony Forte, Sr.
Nov 3, 2022
Joseph Anthony Forte, Sr., age 87, passed away at UPMC Lititz on November 3, 2022. He was the son of the late Richard and Christine (Liberto) Forte, and the beloved husband of Patricia (Kiehl) Forte of 66 years.
Following school Joe joined the United States Air force, served from 1954-1958 where he specialized in radar. After his...
Dr. Larry N. Reinking
Nov 3, 2022
Dr. Larry Norman Reinking passed away on the morning of Nov. 3rd, 2022.
A retired professor of biology at Millersville University and Vietnam veteran, Larry dedicated his life to supporting his family, teaching, and learning. His wife, Mary Beth Reinking (nee Roche), predeceased Larry. Larry is survived by his son Dr. Jeffrey Reinking and Jeff's wife Sam...
