Dec 13, 2025

Dr. James D. "Jim" Smallwood, 86, of Leola, passed away suddenly on December 13, 2025, at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Carlisle, he was the son of the late Harold Leo Smallwood and Janice Ellen (Miller) Fink. He was married 61 years to his beloved wife Mary Ellen (McMahon) Smallwood.

Jim was a graduate of Biglerville High...

Dec 12, 2025

Benjamin N. "Benny" Singer, 18, of Landisville, lost his life in a tragic accident the evening of December 12, 2025. Born in Baltimore, MD on December 12, 2007, he was the son of Stephanie Terrio Packard and Buddy Ryan Singer.

He was a 2025 graduate of River Rock Academy in Lancaster and was planning excitedly to attend...

Dec 12, 2025

Sandra Smith Brubaker entered her Heavenly Home to meet her Savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday, December 12, 2025. After a decade of primarily dementia-related decline, her final days were swift and serene.

Born March 11, 1942, Sandy was the daughter of the late Walter A. Smith and Ruth (Hambleton) Smith. She was the devoted wife of the...

Dec 12, 2025

Donald P. Horst, 92, of Manheim passed away Friday, December 12, 2025, at Ephrata Manor. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late George Horst Sr. and Rose (Penn) Horst. He was the loving husband of Regina "Jerrie" (Robbins) Horst with whom he shared over 72 years of marriage.

He worked for Holsum Bakery for...

Dec 11, 2025

Alecia L. Bowen, 39, of Texas, passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2025. Born in Jacksonville, North Carolina, she was the daughter of Williard B. Bowen and Leann (Adams) Scales.

Alecia worked many jobs throughout her life, but she took great pride in being a homemaker. Outside of work, she spent time gardening, crafting, and starting new...

Dec 11, 2025

Nancy Jean Shiffert, 82, of Lititz, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2025, at Myerstown Nursing & Rehab. Born in Allentown, she was the daughter of the late Thomas C. and Edith Mae (Albright) Shiffert.

Handed a challenging diagnosis at her birth, Nancy's parents provided her opportunities to grow and reach her full potential, insisting she be...

Dec 11, 2025

Deborah "Debbie" Ann Gross, 67, of Stevens, passed away Thursday December 12, 2025, at Lancaster General Hospital. She was born in Pittsburgh, the daughter of the late Arthur W. Cunningham, Sr. and the late Grace (Jadot) Cunningham.

Debbie shared 14 years of marriage with her husband Dean R. Gross. She enjoyed random day trips and overnighters that...

Dec 11, 2025

Paul J. Sauer, Jr., 93, of Lancaster, passed away at Hospice & Community Care in Mount Joy on December 11, 2025, after a brief illness. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Paul J. Sauer, Sr. and Esther R. (Nixdorf) Sauer. He celebrated 61 years of marriage to Marie A. (McKimm) Sauer in 2025. He was...

Dec 10, 2025

Diane (Bronisz) Thomas, 63, passed away peacefully at her home in West Hempfield Township on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She shared 22 wonderful years of marriage with her husband, Brian K. Thomas.

Born in Philadelphia, Diane was the daughter of the late Ryzard and Hedwig (Schmelter) Bronisz. She graduated from Mastbaum High...

Dec 10, 2025

Brian R. Anderson, 53, of Brownstown, passed away on December 10, 2025, from complications related to Huntington's Disease. He died peacefully at Hospice and Community Care with his devoted wife by his side.

Born in Lancaster, Brian was the son of James L. Anderson and his wife, Cindy L. Anderson, of Lititz, and the late Susan J....

Dec 10, 2025

Valerie Jean "Kitty" Stauffer, 72, of Brownstown, formerly of Lawton, OK, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Wednesday, December 10, 2025.  Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Elias and Ida P. (Angelini) Stauffer.

Of the Christian Faith, Kitty worked as a laborer in manufacturing facilities for many years. Kitty enjoyed...

Dec 10, 2025

Nancy M. Heagy, 92, of Lancaster, PA., passed away on December 10, 2025 at Homestead Village in Lancaster. Born to the late Benjamin and Helen McClenaghan, Nancy lived a full and active life. She enjoyed traveling, golfing, and generously giving her time through volunteer work. She was also a longtime member of Grace Baptist Church in Lancaster.

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Dec 9, 2025

Sheila D'Angelo, 73, of Ephrata, formerly of New York, lost her battle with cancer on December 9, 2025. Born in Brooklyn, she was the daughter of the late Gerald and Bea Foudin.

Sheila attended college in Long Island before beginning a career in accounting with Gema Industries and then with Healthguard Insurance Company & also co-owned a...

Dec 9, 2025

Denise McCullough, 46, of Willow Street, PA, passed away on December 9, 2025, at Lancaster General Hospital.

Denise was born March 26, 1974, in Spangler, PA. She was a loving wife to David McCullough and loving mother to Logan McCullough. She left behind her mother Tammy Westover and father Ernest Westover. She also left behind her other...

Dec 9, 2025

Robert Louis Brown, Jr., 79, of East Petersburg, PA, passed away at Hospice & Community Care in Mount Joy on Tuesday, December 9, 2025. He shared 59 years of marriage with his wife Susan M. (Butzer) Brown.

He was born in Lancaster, the son of the late Robert Louis, Sr. and Thelma (Bealler) Brown. Known as "Brownie"...

Dec 8, 2025

Connie G. Noland, 85, passed away on Monday, December 8, 2025, at Oak Leaf Manor North. Born in Rockmart, GA, she was the daughter of the late Matt and Mayme Ezzell. She was also the loving wife to Stephen E. Noland until his passing in March of 2025.

Connie spent her life as a real estate agent...

Dec 8, 2025

Yvonne L. Boots, 89, of Lancaster, PA, passed away at home on December 8, 2025, of natural causes. She was born on November 14, 1936, in Lancaster, PA, to Clarence E. and Harriet E. Boots.

Yvonne, affectionately called Vonnie, lived and worked in Lancaster for most of her life. She worked as a housekeeper and provided care...

Dec 8, 2025

Carl J. Sangrey, 81, of Willow Street passed away Monday, December 8, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late George Sangrey Jr. and Anna (Myers) Sangrey. He was the loving husband of Gail (Armstrong) Sangrey with whom he celebrated 57 years of marriage.

He was...

Dec 8, 2025

Sharon Smith, 67, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on Monday, December 8, 2025, at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Wilmington, DE, she was the daughter of Edna (Smith) Gudd and Henry Davis. She was the beloved wife of Patrick A. "Pat" Smith, with whom she shared over 35 years of marriage.

A dedicated and compassionate caregiver, Sharon...

Dec 8, 2025

Margaret L. (Gula) Enoch, 90, of Landisville, PA, passed away on Monday, December 8, 2025 at Landis Homes. Born in Ogle¬town, PA, she was the daughter of the late Helen Szczygiel and Peter Gula. She was the devoted wife of the late John M. Enoch, who preceded her in death in 1979.

Margaret lived a purposeful life...