Recent Obituaries
Lancaster, PA and surrounding areas
Charles B. Hill
Sep 10, 2025
Charles B. Hill, of Willow Valley, passed away on September 10, 2025, at the age of 88. Born in Mt. Vernon, New York, he was the son of the late Bryant and Lydia (Beatty) Hill and the husband of 33 years to the late Gay Hill.
Charles dedicated his professional life to Incentive Marketing then upon retirement,...
William Diamantoni
Sep 10, 2025
It is with broken hearts that we share the passing of William Diamantoni, who tragically died in an auto accident on September 10, 2025.
Will was the beloved son of Laura and Steve Diamantoni, and the cherished twin brother of Gust and his older brother Jackson Murray.
A sophomore neuroscience major at Penn State, Will...
Christopher Alan Hartley
Sep 9, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Christopher Alan Hartley, 63, of Harrisburg, PA, who departed this life peacefully on September 9, 2025.
Born on February 27, 1962, in Lancaster, PA, Christopher was the eldest child of Barbara K. Schulter and Gilbert H. Hartley, Jr. He graduated from Penn Manor High School in...
John Richard Wise
Sep 9, 2025
Surrounded by his loving family, John Richard Wise, 75, a twenty year resident of Mt. Joy, passed quietly at Landis homes in Lititz, Pennsylvania after a long illness.
He was predeceased by his parents John R. Wise and Marian Dunn Tome, and sister Beverly Schmuck, John is survived by his son, Christopher John Wise, Akron, sister-in-law Kathleen...
Thomas Ditto Pearsall
Sep 8, 2025
Thomas Ditto Pearsall, 82, formerly of Westfield, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2025, in Lititz, Pennsylvania.
Born on February 26, 1943, in New York City to the late Everson and Mary Pearsall, Tom grew up in Westfield, where he made lifelong friends and memories. He graduated from Westfield High School and later from Nichols...
Ruth A. Burns
Sep 8, 2025
Ruth A. Meyferth Burns, 97, died Monday September 8, 2025 after a short illness.
She was a long time resident of both Lancaster County and Stratford, New Jersey.
She worked at First People's Bank of New Jersey and Wilbur Chocolates in Lititz.
She spent many summers at the Delaware seashore. She enjoyed flower...
Phillip David Shreve
Sep 8, 2025
Phillip David Shreve of Lancaster, PA passed away at 59. A self-employed craftsman and gifted guitarist, Phillip was known for his quiet strength and deep love for family.
He is survived by his children, Chelsey, and Phillip Jr.; parents, David, and Phyllis Shreve; sister Amy and her husband Jack Mullins; nephew Christopher (Toshia); niece Jessica; and many...
Joan Doris Pappas
Sep 8, 2025
Joan Doris Pappas, 78, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on Monday, September 8, 2025, peacefully surrounded by her family.
Born in Providence, RI, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Doris (Clark) Ryan. She was the loving wife of Chris Pappas.
Joan earned her bachelor's degree in education and taught elementary school in...
Rolando Javier Carcases Diaz
Sep 7, 2025
Rolando Javier Carcases Diaz, 32, of Lancaster, passed away Sunday, September 7, 2025. Born in Havana, Cuba, he was the son of Odalys Dianet Diaz Puig.
Rolando came to the United States 10 years ago and was passionate about his career as a driver. With a curious mind, he enjoyed being outdoors, was a wiz at math,...
Charles D. Graybill
Sep 7, 2025
Charles D. Graybill, 89, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on Sunday, September 7, 2025, at Penn State Health Lancaster. Born in Holtwood, PA, he was the son of the late Mary E. (Brubaker) and Charles P. Graybill.
He was the loving husband of Eddilene A. Graybill and was previously married to the late Joyce E. (Fulton) Graybill,...
John S. Gooding
Sep 7, 2025
John S. Gooding, longtime chairman of GSM Roofing in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, and a national leader in the roofing industry, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2025, at the age of 80.
Born in 1945 to J. Fred and Fern S. Gooding, John devoted his life to family, the roofing profession, and his love of the outdoors. He...
Dorothy J. Sollenberger
Sep 7, 2025
Dorothy Sollenberger was born on May 19,1929 in Salisbury, PA. and went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on September 7, 2025. She was the daughter of the late George Floyd and Mary Lena Studd. Dorothy had 3 sisters and one brother: Margaret Mast and William Studd preceded her in death while sisters, Charlotte Shannon and...
Josephine M. "Polly" Kirchoff
Sep 6, 2025
The family of Josephine M. "Polly" Kirchoff, wish to announce her passing on September 6, 2025, at Waccamaw Community Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. She was 93.
She was a devoted member of Zion Lutheran Church of East Petersburg for over 60 years, where she assisted with Relay for Life. Many will remember Polly for the...
Edward John "Ed" Rudzinski
Sep 6, 2025
Edward John Rudzinski, 89, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2025. He was born in Port Chester, NY, to the late John and Helen (Yaskiewicz) Rudzinski. He was married 61 years to his beloved wife Palma J. (Bendino) Rudzinski.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 AM on Tuesday, September 16, 2025,...
Jean Marie Hambleton
Sep 6, 2025
Jean Marie Hambleton, 72, of Conestoga, PA, passed away on Saturday, September 6, 2025.
Born in Camp LeJune, NC, she was the daughter of the late Donald W. and Gladys M. (Kneisley) Goodhart, Sr. She was the loving wife of the late Lawrence D. Hambleton that passed away in 2011.
Jean was a 1971 graduate...
Bruce A. Overholt
Sep 6, 2025
Bruce A. Overholt, 69, of Mount Joy, PA, passed away unexpectedly on September 6, 2025 at Penn State of Lancaster Medical Center. Born in Chelsea, MA, he was the son of the late Glenn and Frances (Marcin) Overholt. Bruce was the loving husband of 46 years to Sandra (Olmstead) Overholt.
A veteran, Bruce served in the US...
Grace Hatton
Sep 6, 2025
Grace Hatton, 89, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on September 6, 2025.
Born on July 25, 1936, in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Jonathan and Elmira Tompkins. Grace began her career as a registered nurse and dedicated nearly 40 years to the labor and delivery department at Lancaster General Hospital. Known for her strong...
Carolyn F. Kershner
Sep 6, 2025
Carolyn Faye Kershner, 69, left this world for a much better place on September 6, 2025. She had resided at Faithful Homes Group Home in Willow Street.
Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of Miriam and the late Ellsworth Kershner.
She had worked at the Occupational Development Center (ODC) and later worked at Goodwill....
Helen May Hudson
Sep 6, 2025
Helen May Hudson passed away on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at Long Community surrounded by her loving family.
Born September 8, 1923, in Winterstown, PA to the late William E. and Mary E. (Hartwick) Torbert and stepdaughter to the late Walter and Hattie Ludwig. She was the beloved wife of 60 years to the late Lloyd Robert...
Cortlan Alan Byron I
Sep 5, 2025
On the morning of September 5, 2025, Cortlan Alan Byron I peacefully crossed over to the other side. During his brief battle with cancer, his grace, dignity, and sense of humor were alive and well. He will forever be remembered as a humble man, with a smile on his face, and love in his heart.
Cort was...
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