Recent Obituaries

Lancaster, PA and surrounding areas

Huy Chi Hong

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

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

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

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.

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

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...

Joan A. Zinszer

Joan A. Zinszer

Nov 3, 2022

Joan A. Zinszer, 79, passed away at her East Hempfield Township home on Thursday, November 3, 2022. Born in West Chester, she was the daughter of the late William J. and Thelma P. (Velde) Quinn.

Joan shared 58 years of marriage with her husband Herbert A. Zinszer. She first worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse, and then...

Charlie Patrick “Chuck” Cox

Charlie Patrick “Chuck” Cox

Nov 2, 2022

Charlie Patrick "Chuck" Cox, 63, of Leola, passed away peacefully and surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, November 2, 2022. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of Rita Cox and the late Thomas Cox, Sr. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Cathy, whom he has known most of his life. They reconnected after 30 years apart, finding...

Harriet Kiemle

Harriet Kiemle

Nov 2, 2022

Harriet Kiemle, 85, passed away on November 2, 2022. She is survived by her husband, Fred (Bud), daughters, Sarah Short (Jeff) of Millersville, PA and Karen Sorensen (Bob) of Grand Rapids, MI, and grandchildren, Daniel (Sammy), Stephen (Caroline), Hannah and Troy.

Harriet grew up in Alton, Il and Toledo, OH and received a BA degree in Elementary...

Robert L. Carr

Robert L. Carr

Nov 2, 2022

Robert L. Carr, 74, of Lancaster, went home to Heaven to be with his Lord, and to join his wife, Jaqueline, whom he missed dearly, on Wednesday, November 2, 2022. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Kenneth and Fern (Walter) Carr.

Bob attended J.P. McCaskey Highschool and worked as a truck driver for...

Enos E. Kellenberger

Enos E. Kellenberger

Nov 1, 2022

Enos E. Kellenberger, 86, of Lancaster, rejoined his wife, Frances Kellenberger, on November 1, 2022. He was born to the late Enos and Daisy Kellenberger here in PA.

Enos spent an impressive 69 years with Conestoga Country club, where he worked as the superintendent of the grounds and maintenance. He will have a plaque in his honor...

Toni Marie Millisock

Toni Marie Millisock

Nov 1, 2022

Toni Marie Millisock, 60, passed away at her East Cocalico Township home on Tuesday, November 1, 2022.

Born in Lewistown, Mifflin County, PA, she was the daughter of Paul H. Romig, Sr. and the late Marcia Y. (Gasper) Romig.

Toni shared 29 years of marriage with her husband Calvin A. Millisock before his death September...

Robert C. Bovell

Robert C. Bovell

Oct 31, 2022

Robert C. Bovell, 63, entered into rest October 31, 2022 after a hard fought battle with non small cell lung cancer.

Born on September 24th, 1959 in Chester County Pennsylvania to David R. Bovell Sr. and Amelia (DiLabbio) Bovell, Robert was a long time resident of Malvern, PA and Lancaster, PA. Robert was known among friends and...

Walter R. “Bob” Mcclure

Walter R. “Bob” Mcclure

Oct 31, 2022

Walter R. "Bob" McClure, 84, of Lititz, passed away on Monday, October 31,2022 surrounded by his loving wife and daughters.

Born in Lima, Ohio, he was the husband of Doris E. Bushman McClure, with whom he shared 63 years of marriage this past September 23rd. Bob was the son of the late Walter A. and Mabel Frische...

Kate E. Dattilo

Kate E. Dattilo

Oct 30, 2022

Kate E. Dattilo, 40, of Lancaster, PA, passed away in the comfort of her home surrounded by her husband Jay and family on Sunday, October 30, 2022. She was born in Lebanon and was the daughter of N. Lynn Ebersole and the late Beth Ann (Lebo) Ebersole (2017).

Kate is survived by her husband James "Jay" T....

Manuel Vargas Torres

Manuel Vargas Torres

Oct 30, 2022

Manuel Vargas Torres, 81, of Lancaster, passed away at home on Sunday, October 30, 2022 with his family by his side. Born in Las Marias, Puerto Rico, he was the son of the late Isaiah Vargas and Ines Torres. He was the loving husband of Serafina Rodriguez.

Manuel always had a great way to view life. He...

Carmelo M. Rodriquez

Carmelo M. Rodriquez

Oct 30, 2022

Carmelo M. Rodriquez, 90, of Willow Street, passed away at home surrounded by family on Sunday, October 30, 2022. Born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, he was the son of the late Alejandro and Margarita Rodriquez. He was the loving husband of Mary (Lapp) Rodriquez, with whom he shared 45 years of marriage.

An avid outdoorsman, Carmelo...

Helene Dellas Lintner

Helene Dellas Lintner

Oct 30, 2022

Helene Dellas Lintner, 82, passed away at her Manor Township residence on Sunday, October 30, 2022. Born in Lancaster, Helen was the daughter of the late John H. and Evelyn M. (Scheid) Lintner.

She graduated from J. P. McCaskey High School in 1959, and worked as a bookkeeper for the former United Twine & Paper Company in...

Sylvia M. Gutshall

Sylvia M. Gutshall

Oct 30, 2022

Sylvia M. Gutshall, age 77, passed away at Ephrata Manor on October 30, 2022. She was born in Lancaster to the late Frederick C. and Anna A. (Breighner) Wagaman. Sylvia enjoyed playing pinochle and going to the beach. Most of all, she loved her sons and grandsons. Sylvia is survived by her son, Kevin R. Gutshall, husband of Terry...

John G. Schmucker Iii

John G. Schmucker Iii

Oct 29, 2022

John G. Schmucker III, 86, died at Homestead Village on Saturday, October 29, 2022, leaving his faithful wife of 57 years, Susanne ("Sue").

He was born in Pittsburgh, PA, the second son of the late Rolland and Wilma ("Billie") Schmucker of Pittsburgh. He attended Perry High School in Pittsburgh, Penn State (mathematics) and the University of Pennsylvania,...

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