Feb 8, 2026

Beverly Ann Hofsass (nee Norden), 96, passed away Sunday, February 8, at Luther Acres, Lititz, PA. She was born August 20, 1929 in Hammond, Indiana to the late Harold and Lillian Sass Norden.

Beverly was salutatorian of the Hammond High School class of 1947. She later graduated from Valparaiso University and briefly taught home economics in Gary, Indiana.

On July 19, 1952,...

Feb 7, 2026

James N. Clanton “Jim,” 89, of Manheim, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2026. Born on October 21, 1936, in Chester County, PA, he was the son of the late Clarence and Sophie Clanton.

Jim graduated from Unionville High School and attended college before pursuing work in animal and disease transmission research in Central America, where he trapped and studied wildlife....

Feb 7, 2026

Jordan Zachary Rizzo, 20, of Manheim, passed away on Saturday, February 7, 2026.

Born and raised in Lancaster, he was the beloved son of Darrel and Kara (Warfel) Smith and Marc Rizzo.

Jordan was a bright light whose presence brought joy to everyone who knew him. A 2024 graduate of Manheim Central, he was driven, motivated, and full of life. Following graduation,...

Feb 7, 2026

Darley M. McAuley, 99, of Lancaster, PA, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at United Zion Retirement Community.

Born in Trenton, New Jersey, Darley was the daughter of the late Ingeborg (Jorgensen) and Johan Herman Matthisen. She was the beloved wife of the late Leon Henry McAuley, with whom she shared more than 60 years of devoted marriage.

Darley was...

Feb 6, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sandra Kuby, on February 6, 2026, a devoted mother, sister, and friend, who lived a life defined by loyalty to her family and her passions.

Born in The Bronx, New York, to the late Sylvia Clampert Modugno and Anthony Modugno, Sandra carried the spirit of the city with her throughout...

Feb 6, 2026

Daniel (Dan) Larry Holsinger, 76, entered into rest on Thursday, February 6, 2026, at Lancaster General Hospital.

Born at Oyster Point on the Marietta Pike in Lancaster, PA, on November 24, 1949, Dan was the son of Harry S. Holsinger and Barbara Leinart Holsinger. He was a lifelong member of the Mountville Church of the Brethren, where he was baptized at...

Feb 5, 2026

Lynn Clayton Bergey, 55, of Lancaster, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, February 5, 2026, due to heart-related issues. Born in Chesapeake, VA, to a family rooted in faith and farming, he was the son of the late James H. Bergey, Sr. and Mary Troyer Bergey. He was deeply cherished by his parents and siblings and received many unique skills and...

Feb 5, 2026

Reuel Dean Lemon slipped into the arms of Christ on Thursday, February 5, 2026 after a short illness at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, Pennsylvania. He was 93.

Dean, as he was known, was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Shirley Pickell Lemon. He was also preceded in death by an infant son, Paul. He was the son of the...

Feb 5, 2026

Her name reflects the many chapters of her life. She was daughter, wife, mother and incubator of a rebellious spirit that she passed on to her family. She was born in 1929, the fourth of six children in an Irish Catholic family in the Bronx. She stood out from the beginning, not only because of her great beauty, but also...

2026

Robert D. "Bob" Rankin, 78, of Millersville, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 4, 2026. He was the devoted husband to Janice (Conrad) Rankin, with whom he shared just shy of 58 years of marriage.

Born in Lancaster, he was a son of the late Robert M. & Ella (Wertz) Rankin.

Bob was a proud graduate of Penn Manor High School and was...

Feb 4, 2026

Jacqueline F. Zangari, age 94, of Lancaster, passed away February 4, 2026. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late George B. and E. Elmira (Rineer) Fitzgerald and the loving wife of the late Louis J. Zangari, whom she celebrated over 68 years of marriage until his passing in 2022.

Jacqueline was a devoted homemaker and an active member...

Feb 4, 2026

David R. Neill, Sr., 73, of Reinholds and formerly of Lititz, passed away on February 4, 2026.

He was the husband of Jimaline “Jimmy” Markley Hawthorne, to whom he has been married since June 15, 2024. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Lloyd and Jane Ingram Neill.

David worked as the assistant produce manager for Giant Foods in...

Feb 4, 2026

Sharon Lee Ressler, 84, of Mount Wolf, passed peacefully at home, surrounded by her family, Wednesday, February 4, 2026. She fought valiantly in her battle against cancer and never gave up. Born in Fulton Township, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Zollie (Greer) Daughton. She was the loving wife of the late Robert H. Ressler, who...

Feb 3, 2026

Frederick William Schneider III of Manheim Township passed away February 3, 2026, following a brief illness. Born March 9, 1940, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of Frederick W. Schneider and Eleanor Jane (Rebele) Schneider. He was an avid historian and photographer, focusing his interest in trolley operations and railroads. Co-author of two volumes outlining the history of the 1930s...

Feb 3, 2026

The Sound That He Made

Angel Rodriquez, known to those who loved him as “Pito,” passed away February 3, at the age of 33, reunited with his maternal grandmother Nereida Cintron and leaving behind his mother Elisa Santos, stepfather John Santos, sister Angelis Ramos, and four children—Adeliz, Isaiah, Janiyaliz, and Zaveon Rodriguez—who will continue to answer when they hear the sound...

Feb 3, 2026

Mark Huntley departed this earth on February 3, 2026, at the age of seventy-one. He was born in Heidelberg, Germany, where his father was a career officer/chaplain in the Armed Forces, though his family moved to many army bases throughout his childhood. He attended Fort Hamilton High School in Brooklyn, New York, where he played basketball with Bernard King and...

Feb 2, 2026

June Adair Geiter Wilson, aged 99, formerly of Lancaster City and Millersville, PA died peacefully, surrounded by her family at Trillium Place (formerly the Mennonite Home) on February 2, 2026. June was the daughter of the late James F. and Elizabeth S. Geiter, Lancaster, PA. She was married to the late Richard L. Wilson for 53 years before his death...

Feb 2, 2026

Beverly E. Keller, 85, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Monday, February 2nd, 2026, at Penn State Health Medical Center, Lancaster, PA.

She was the beloved wife of Kenneth Keller, with whom she shared 64 wonderful, loving years of marriage.

Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Arthur...

Feb 2, 2026

Donna Hewes Mohr, 65, of Lancaster, passed away Monday, February 2, 2026, at Lancaster General Hospital. She shared 43 beautiful years of marriage with her beloved husband, Mark S. Mohr, with whom she shared a deep and enduring love, until his passing in 2024.

Born in Lancaster, Donna was the daughter of the late Thomas G. and Gloria Anne (Pennock) Hewes....

Feb 2, 2026

Anibal "Nivi" Ortiz, Sr., 62, of Lancaster, passed away on February 2, 2026, at his home. Born in Chicago, IL, he was the son of Alejandro Ortiz and the late Rosa Milagros Arroyo.

Anibal worked as a mechanic for many years and was an avid car enthusiast, with a special love for Hondas and Toyotas. He enjoyed...