Recent Obituaries

Lancaster, PA and surrounding areas

Rosalina Wilson

Rosalina Wilson

Apr 13, 2023

Rosalina Wilson, 58, passed away on April 13, 2023 after a long-fought battle with cancer at the Hospice & Community Care Center in Mount Joy, Pa.

Born in Havana, Cuba on May 9th 1964, the was the daughter of George Wilson Camay and Idelisa Soria de la Cruz.

She came to the United States in...

Ruth Ann (Arthur) Phillips

Ruth Ann (Arthur) Phillips

Apr 13, 2023

Ruth Ann (Arthur) Phillips, 87, of Masonic Village, formerly of Leola, passed away on Thursday, April 13, 2023. Born and raised in Plymouth, PA, Ruth was the daughter of the late James and Elizabeth (Pearce) Arthur. She was predeceased by her brother James Arthur of Somerset, PA. Ruth was married in 1955 to Donald R. Phillips. They celebrated 63...

Ada I. Stevens

Ada I. Stevens

Apr 12, 2023

Ada I. Stevens, 75, of Lancaster passed away on April 12, 2023. Ada was born in Lancaster to the late Thomas and Irene (McFalls) Wright. Ada was the sister of the late Thomas Wright Jr., James Wright, and Bonnie Fulkerson.

Ada loved spending time with her grandchildren Donald Keen, Madison Sangrey, Coby Brubaker, Stevie Walton, Shae Wright,...

William “Bill” Lauris

William “Bill” Lauris

Apr 12, 2023

Bill went to be with his Savior and other family members that went before him on April 12, 2023. Bill was a teacher and a coach. He was born in Braddock, PA in 1942 to Bill and Martha Lauris. He was the oldest of three children.

He attended (then) Millersville State College (now Millersville University) and received...

Patricia A. “Pat” Baker

Patricia A. “Pat” Baker

Apr 12, 2023

Patricia A. "Pat" Baker, 89, passed away peacefully on Wednesday April 12, 2023, after a 13-year battle with vascular dementia. She was the wife of Donald H. Baker Sr. who passed away in November of 2009, just a few months after celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late James R. and...

Denny Bond

Denny Bond

Apr 11, 2023

Denny Bond, 70, passed away suddenly April 11, 2023 at Milton S. Hershey Medical Center.

He was an award- winning, internationally recognized hyper-realistic watercolorist and illustrator. He also was a signature member and juror of numerous prestigious watercolor societies, including AWS and NWS.

Denny was passionate about actively spending time with his family and friends...

Cynthia J. Thompson

Cynthia J. Thompson

Apr 11, 2023

Cynthia J. Thompson of Lititz passed away into the loving arms of her Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at Magnolias of Lancaster. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Guy Donald and June (Sturgis) Buch.

Cindy was a Warwick High School graduate and received her LPN from the Carlisle Hospital School...

William P. Lenox, Sr.

William P. Lenox, Sr.

Apr 11, 2023

William P. Lenox, Sr., 73, of New Providence, passed away at Lancaster General Hospital on Tuesday, April 11, 2023. William shared 54 years of marriage with his wife Diane L. Webb Lenox.

Born and raised in Lancaster, he was the son of the late James C. Lenox, Jr., and Mary Leibhart Lenox. William graduated from J. P....

Norman J. Binder

Norman J. Binder

Apr 11, 2023

Norman J. Binder, 71, of Willow Street passed away on Wednesday, April 11, after a lengthy illness.

He was the beloved brother of Dolores, wife of Donald Sweigart, of Willow Street. He is also survived by two nephews, Edward Binder, Mount Joy, and Jason husband of Jessica Sweigart, Conestoga and a niece, Kimberly wife of William Grotewold,...

Elwood G. Baker

Elwood G. Baker

Apr 11, 2023

Elwood Gamber Baker passed away at home, in Millersville, on April 11. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Elwood is survived by his wife, Naomi Baker (Charles); son James E. Baker and his wife, Dawn; son Robert C. Baker and his wife, Laura; granddaughter Jessica, her partner, Frank, and great-granddaughter Lynn; grandsons James and Ian; and...

James E. Hunter

James E. Hunter

Apr 10, 2023

James E. Hunter, age 71, passed away at his home on April 10, 2023. He was born to the late Lewis and Elsie (Atkinson) Hunter in Parkersburg, West Virginia.

Jim married Sandy Love on August 16, 1975 and later had two children: Roxannah and David.

Jim found tremendous joy riding his bike. When he was...

Michael C. Lightner

Michael C. Lightner

Apr 10, 2023

Michael C. Lightner, 85, of Lancaster, passed away Monday, April 10, 2023, at Lancaster General Hospital. Born and raised in York, he was the son of the late Albert C. and Hilda (Sheffer) Lightner. Mike shared 63 years of marriage with his wife Dorothy A. (Tyson) Lightner.

Mike graduated from Central York High School and Penn State...

Charles K. Eshleman, Sr.

Charles K. Eshleman, Sr.

Apr 10, 2023

Charles K. Eshleman Sr., 83, of Millersville, passed away Monday, April 10, 2023 at LGH. Born in Lancaster, he was the loving husband of Elizabeth "Betty" Katherine (Tallarico) Eshleman with whom he shared over 64 years of marriage.

He worked at the floor plant and was an inspector for Armstrong World Industries.

Charles was a...

Byron Edgerton, Jr.

Byron Edgerton, Jr.

Apr 9, 2023

Byron "Ron" Edgerton dies after a courageous battle with ….. life. He fought that battle well and won many campaigns.

He didn't go anywhere to be with anyone. He just died. Got that?!? He died. Ron liked soil planes, dogs, motorcycles, dogs, and sailboats.

Ron was the brother of Tim Edgerton, grandfather to Dustin Hodges...

Robert T. “Bob” Troyan

Robert T. “Bob” Troyan

Apr 9, 2023

Robert T. "Bob" Troyan, 85, of Pequea, passed away on Sunday, April 9, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Frank A. and Ella E. (Work) Troyan. He was the husband of Patricia A. Troyan and they were married for 45 wonderful years.

Bob was a veteran having...

Kylee Sierra Carroll Ortiz

Kylee Sierra Carroll Ortiz

Apr 9, 2023

"In life, we loved you dearly, in death we love you still. In our hearts you hold a place, no one else will ever fill."

Kylee Sierra Carroll Ortiz went home to be with her newfound Savior on Sunday, April 9, 2023. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of Nolan Johnson Jr., and Erin Carroll.

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Gladys Lopez Rosario

Gladys Lopez Rosario

Apr 9, 2023

Gladys Lopez Rosario, 67, of Highspire, formerly of Lancaster, passed away Sunday, April 9, 2023 at home surrounded by her loving family. Born in Salinas, Puerto Rico she was the daughter of the late Selesine Lopez and Catalina De Jesus. She was the wife of Oscar Rosario.

She is survived by two sons, Trivy Lopez of Highspire,...

Steven “Whip” Hahn

Steven “Whip” Hahn

Apr 9, 2023

Steven "Whip" Hahn, 63, of Conestoga, made last call on Sunday, April 9, 2023 surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late George F. and Betty Jane (Shaub) Hahn. He was the husband of Rose Hahn who he was happily married to for 40 wonderful years.

Whip was...

Nancy F. Perrello

Nancy F. Perrello

Apr 9, 2023

Nancy F. Perrello, of Lancaster, passed away on Thursday, April 9 th at Lancaster General Hospital.  She was the wife of the late Anthony S. Perrello who passed away in 2007. Born in Brooklyn, NY, she was the daughter of the late Canio and Carmela Festa Pavone.

Nancy had worked for the Avon Company in Suffern, NY...

Craig R. Hall

Craig R. Hall

Apr 8, 2023

Craig R. Hall, of Mount Joy, PA, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2023, at the age of 56. Craig was born in Pittsburgh, PA to parents, Joyce and Richard R. Hall.

Craig was a gifted plumber. Craig would always offer a helping hand to anyone who needed him. He enjoyed making and creating things. Craig was...

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