Recent Obituaries

Lancaster, PA and surrounding areas

Alexander Benedict Macfeat

Alexander Benedict Macfeat

Oct 12, 2025

With heavy hearts but fond memories, we announce the passing of Alexander Benedict MacFeat, a radiant soul who brought joy to everyone around him. Born on January 5, 2003, in Lancaster, PA, Alex was a bright beacon of laughter and positivity, who fought valiantly through his treatments, always with a smile on his face. After his battle with cancer,...

Richard "Dick" Martin

Richard "Dick" Martin

Oct 12, 2025

Dick Martin was born, raised, and lived in Lancaster County all his life. He was the son of the late J. Everett and Edna Frey Martin and of the lineage of David Martin, 1727 Lancaster County pioneer settler. He graduated from Manheim Central High School in 1959 and immediately entered the U.S. Navy. He was honored to serve aboard...

Lorraine K. Speece

Lorraine K. Speece

Oct 12, 2025

Lorraine K. Speece, 78, of Lititz, died on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at Lancaster General Hospital. She was born in New Kensington to the late Elmer G. and Rose (Mazzon) Mottillo; beloved widow of Glenn A. Speece; loving mother of Susan (Doyle E. "Tray" Morrison III.), of West Fork, Ark., and Dr. Karen (Dr. William) Milheim, of Leola; grandmother...

Julia M. Shreiner

Julia M. Shreiner

Oct 12, 2025

Julia M. Shreiner, 87, of Lititz, passed away on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at Legends of Lititz, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Mastersonville, she was the daughter of the late Stella (Nissley) and Cyrus Miller. She was the beloved wife of the late Robert Shreiner, who preceded her in death in 2021.

Lovingly known as...

Dr. Stephanie J. Brightbill, Edd

Dr. Stephanie J. Brightbill, Edd

Oct 11, 2025

Dr. Stephanie J. Brightbill, EdD, 73, of Manheim and formerly of Reading, passed away surrounded by her family on October 11, 2025.

She was the wife of Jeffrey L. Brightbill. Born in Pottstown, she was the daughter of the late Ronald and Elizabeth J. Ertwine Ulshafer.

Dr. Brightbill was a graduate of O.J. Roberts High...

Michael D. Shotzberger

Michael D. Shotzberger

Oct 11, 2025

Michael D. Shotzberger, 78, of Lititz, passed away Saturday, October 11, 2025. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Frank H. and Lois W. (Diehm) Shotzberger. Michael was the loving husband of Barbara A. (Burkholder) Shotzberger with whom he recently celebrated 57 years of marriage.

Michael attended Warwick High School, but lived for farming...

Deborah J. Armstrong Wolf

Deborah J. Armstrong Wolf

Oct 11, 2025

Deborah J. Armstrong Wolf entered the gates of Glory into the arms of her beloved Savior on October 11, 2025. Debbie was the beloved wife of Albert Wolf who was deceased on November 3, 2018. Debbie was born on August 14, 1950, the daughter of the late Leonard and Alma Armstrong.

Debbie graduated from Penn Manor High...

John D. Radicone Jr.

John D. Radicone Jr.

Oct 11, 2025

John D. Radicone Jr., 78, of Lititz, was welcomed into the open arms of his Lord and Savior on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at his residence. Born in Queens, New York he was the son of the late John D. Sr. and Fay Castellano Radicone. John was the loving husband of Ann Marie McHale Radicone, with whom he shared...

Katie Phung

Katie Phung

Oct 11, 2025

Katie Phung (溤紅鳳), 84, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her children and grandchildren on October 11, 2025. Born in Saigon, Vietnam, she was the daughter of Binh Phung and Thi Ha.

Katie will be remembered for her radiant smile – captured so beautifully in any and every photo. To her friends and family, she was...

Maryann (Prieth) Granholm

Maryann (Prieth) Granholm

Oct 10, 2025

Maryann (Prieth) Granholm, 66, of Lancaster, PA, passed away in her home and went to be with the Lord on Friday, October 10, 2025. She was born on October 28, 1958, in Trenton, NJ, the daughter of Charles and Lillian Prieth, who preceded her in death. She attended Steinert High School and earned her nursing degree at Reading Area...

Kevin Fitzpatrick

Kevin Fitzpatrick

Oct 10, 2025

Kevin Fitzpatrick, 59, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on October 10, 2025 . suddenly after a brief illness. Born in Camden, NJ, he was the son of the late Edward James Fitzpatrick and Catherine Siena Hess. Kevin was the beloved husband of Stephanie Fitzpatrick.

Kevin was a Control Circuit Specialist at Geneysis Controls for 14 years. He...

James G. Seton

James G. Seton

Oct 9, 2025

James G. Seton, 95, died at home on October 9, 2025 with his family by his side. He was born in Tampa, FL, the only child of Florence Vanderslice and George J Seton. Jim was the devoted husband of Eileen Jennings for 64 years.

Jim attended Jacksonville Beach Elementary and Fletcher High Schools in Neptune Beach, Florida,...

Robert L. "Bob" Harnish

Robert L. "Bob" Harnish

Oct 9, 2025

Robert Lamar "Bob" Harnish, 72, of Lititz, passed away peacefully at home on October 9, 2025. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Paul and Anna (Landis) Harnish. He was married to Karen Arlene (Deiter) Harnish for almost 50 years.

Bob grew up on a dairy-crop farm and he spent countless hours milking cows...

William (Bill) Erick Vandergrift Jr.

William (Bill) Erick Vandergrift Jr.

Oct 8, 2025

William (Bill) Erick Vandergrift Jr., born on August 20, 1986, of Ephrata, passed away unexpectedly on October 8, 2025. Bill worked as a mechanic at Manheim Auto Auction for nearly ten years and carried his passion work into his hobbies. He was always willing to help a friend in need.

He loved spending time outdoors—camping, hiking, cooking,...

Vicenta Arroyo

Vicenta Arroyo

Oct 8, 2025

Vicenta Arroyo, 87, of Lancaster, PA, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Patillas, Puerto Rico, she was the daughter of the late Monica Silva and the beloved wife of Andre Arroyo.

Vicenta was a devoted member of San Juan Bautista Catholic Church, where her...

Valerie Delarece "Del" Minnis Russell

Valerie Delarece "Del" Minnis Russell

Oct 8, 2025

Del was a woman of God one who loved life itself, she was kind considerate and caring one who would literally give you the shirt of her back, one who showed empathy and love for family but always welcoming. Del as she was affectionately called back in the Bahamas, she was fearless. She loved baking from scratch and preparing...

Ronald Earl Fantazier

Ronald Earl Fantazier

Oct 8, 2025

Ronald Earl Fantazier, 56, passed away Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at his Highspire, PA home. He was born in El Campo, near Houston, TX.

Ron was adopted and raised as a young boy by his parents, Richard M. Fantazier and the late Sharon Anne (King) Fantazier.

He attended Hempfield School District and worked in housekeeping...

George Gorey

George Gorey

Oct 8, 2025

George Gorey, 67, of Sinking Springs, passed away on October 8, 2025.

Born on July 13, 1958, in Washington, D.C., he was the son of the late James and Phyllis Gorey.

After graduating high school, George built a successful career in sales. Known for his knowledge and genuine care for customers, he spent 19 years...

Mary J. Miller

Mary J. Miller

Oct 8, 2025

Mary J. Miller went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, October 8, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Warren and Beatrice S. Miller and grew up in Atglen, PA.

Mary is survived by her loving brother, Joe, of Lancaster and her longtime companions, Gregg Doan and Rev. Tim Bettger of Brighton,...

Julie Ann Meckley

Julie Ann Meckley

Oct 7, 2025

Julie Ann Meckley, 47, of Lititz, PA, passed away on October 7, 2025 at Hospice & Community Care, Mount Joy. Born in Toledo, OH, she was the daughter of Mark Sanderson and the late Pamela (JoGriffith) Sanderson. Julie was the loving wife of Keith Meckley and proud mother of Harper Meckley.

Julie was a Teacher and Resource...

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