Mar 4, 2026

Christine Francis Horn, of Columbia, entered eternal rest on March 4, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on September 11, 1944, in Lancaster, PA to Mary Ann (Hartmoyer) and Carl W. Horn.

She was actively involved in supporting St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, and Lancaster Leiderkranz. Her hobbies included traveling, tracing family ancestry, playing pinocle, scrabble and...

Mar 4, 2026

Dorothy Jean “Dottie” Grove, 97, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2026. Born in Coffeyville, KS, she was the daughter of the late Lem and Faye Stuart. She was predeceased by her first husband, Richard E. Hoffman, and second husband, Leonard Grove.

Dottie worked as an accountant for the Occupational Development Center in Lancaster. She also served as the...

Mar 3, 2026

Dennis Grant Parker, 73, of Lancaster, PA passed away at Lancaster General Hospital on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. He shared 37 years of marriage with his wife Brenda Lou (Osmer) Parker before her passing in 2024.

Born in Rachel, WV, he was the son of the late Noah Eugene Parker and Maxine (Kirk) Kelly, and Walter Kelly.

He graduated from Titusville High...

Mar 3, 2026

Mar 3, 2026

Doris Dianne Dise Plowfield, 83, of Reinholds (formerly Lititz) passed quietly at home on March 3, 2026. She was the daughter of Alfred and Lucina (Heiser) Dise of Bridgeville, PA and sister of Julia Wirono (Ocala, FL), Clara Plowfield (Cincinnati, OH) and Linda Mathena (Exton, PA).

On August 7, 1960, Doris married George Richard Plowfield. Married for 65 years, Doris truly...

Mar 3, 2026

Jane M. Brady, 71, of Lancaster, PA, passed away at Masonic Village of Elizabethtown on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, with family by her side!

The daughter of the late Robert Sangrey and Naomi (Keperling) Breighner, Jane was born in Lancaster and graduated from Penn Manor High School.

Jane is survived by her two daughters, Rebecca J. Brady, and Kimberly M. Salvatori, her...

Mar 2, 2026

Arthur A. Lavoie, 70, of Lititz, PA, passed away on March 2, 2026 at his residence surrounded by his family, after fighting a 6 year battle with Alzheimers.

He was the husband of Joni L. Flowers Lavoie, with whom he shared 48 years of marriage this past April 23rd. Born in West Warwick, RI, he was the son of the late...

Mar 2, 2026

Thomas D. Tobin Jr., a cherished son, father, friend to many and esteemed member of the Lancaster, Pennsylvania community, passed away unexpectedly March 2, 2026, at the age of 84. He was born on September 12, 1941, in Pottsville, PA, to Thomas Sr. and Margaret (Schutz) Tobin.

Tom was known for his dedication to his vocation as the co-owner/stylist of The...

Mar 2, 2026

Craig H. Weiser, 74, of Lancaster, passed away on March 2, 2026. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late John and Ethel (Hilt) Weiser.

After graduating from Elizabethtown High School in 1969, Craig worked at Armstrong World Industries as a forklift operator until his retirement. He was also a member of the United Church of Christ in Elizabethtown.

Craig...

Mar 2, 2026

Thelma M. Tucker passed away peacefully Monday, March 2, 2026, at Keystone Villa at Ephrata, PA after courageously battling Alzheimer’s disease and dementia in the last years of her life. Thelma was the devoted and faithful companion of Grace Ann Schanz, of Lancaster, who passed away January 2, 2024.

Thelma was a former Insurance Executive and was one of the first...

Mar 1, 2026

Jacob "Jay" Charles Rosenthal, 83, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 1, 2026 at The Glen in Willow Valley Communities, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. He joined his beloved wife and daughter, Maxine (Macktez) Rosenthal and Fae Elise Rosenthal, who both preceded him in death in 2023.

Jay was born in Providence, Rhode Island, the son of the late Dr. Ellis and Sarah (Kelman)...

Mar 1, 2026

Anamaria Paraschiv, 47, of Lancaster, passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2026. Born in Romania, she was the daughter of Maryann Kennedy, the late Gheorghe Paraschiv, and step father Dorel Vasvari. She was the devoted and loving mother of Gianna Poles, who was the center of her world.

Anamaria was a member of St. Andrew Romanian Orthodox Church, where her faith...

Mar 1, 2026

Margaret Marie Hill, a radiant soul whose warmth and grace illuminated the lives of all who knew her, passed away peacefully in Ocala, Florida. Born in 1933 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, to John Sumner Sweeney Hill, Sr. and Emma Dora (Wilson) Hill, Margaret's extraordinary life was a beautiful tapestry of perseverance, service, faith, and unbreakable family bonds.

Raised in a loving working-class...

Mar 1, 2026

Ellen Parker Harvey, 77, of Lancaster, PA, passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at Lancaster General Hospital with her family by her side.

Born in New Rochelle, NY, she was the daughter of the late Frederick Parker Harvey and Ann (Crowthers) Harvey Morgan. She was the loving wife of Warner W. Zipf.

Music and singing were Ellen’s greatest passions. She was...

Feb 28, 2026

Sandra L. Bowman, 75 of Lancaster passed away on Saturday February 28, 2026 with her son by her side.

She was the wife of the late John R. Bowman who passed away in 2005. Born in Lancaster, Sandra was the daughter of the late Jay A. Adams and Janet Souders Adams.

She was a long-time member of St. John's Methodist Church in...

Feb 28, 2026

Donald J. Bowers, 81, a lifelong Lancaster resident, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2026, at the home he shared with his daughter.

Born April 27, 1944, he was the son of Ralph and Julia (Quino) Bowers.

He graduated from McCaskey High School and married his sweetheart, Carolyn (Cookie) Kestner, who passed away in 2024. He was in a loving, long term...

Feb 28, 2026

Odel C. “Andy” Anderson, 88, of Lancaster, PA, passed away at Lancaster General Hospital on Saturday, February 28, 2026. Andy shared 67 years of marriage with his wife Chrystine Y. (Rineer) Anderson.

Born in Waukon, IA, he was the son of the late Melvin J. and Ruth E. (Selberg) Anderson. He graduated from Waukon High School and served in the US...

Feb 28, 2026

Teresa (Tese) Mason Speitel, 97, of Lancaster passed away on February 28, 2026. Born January 11,1929, in Coatesville, PA, she was the daughter of the late John Henry and Agnes Becker Mason. Teresa was the wife of the late Charles (Chic) P. Speitel Jr., who passed away on January 31, 2023. They were united in marriage on September 19, 1952,...

Feb 28, 2026

Jeremiah Joseph Kerr, infant son of Colin Kerr and Jada Hoskins, was welcomed into the open arms of his Lord and Savior on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at UPMC Lititz. He was the beloved son of Colin Kerr and Jada Hoskins.

Surviving in addition to his parents are his siblings, Arabella, and Julian. Also surviving are paternal grandparents, Daniel and Lori...

Feb 27, 2026

Frances M. Sears, 86, resident of United Zion Retirement Community, and formerly of Strasburg, passed away on Friday, February 27, 2026, into her forever home with her Lord and Savior. Born in Rural Retreat, VA, she was the daughter of the late Albert Rhea Yonce and Mamie Fogelsong Yonce. She is survived by a brother, John D. Yonce (married to...