Recent Obituaries
Lancaster, PA and surrounding areas
Dorothy Marie Weaver
Sep 21, 2025
Dorothy Marie Weaver, age 91, Millersville, passed away on September 21, 2025. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late William and Dorothy Coldren and the devoted wife of the late Jere P. Weaver who preceded her in death after 60 years of marriage.
Dorothy spent many years of her life as a food service...
Matthew John Rice
Sep 20, 2025
We are saddened to share the passing of Matthew John Rice, 31 of Lancaster PA, on Saturday September 20, 2025. He is the loved son of Beth and Dominic Rice and beloved brother of Patrick.
Matthew was born in Sydney Australia on July 26, 1994 moving to his mother's home of Lancaster PA at the age of...
Judith Irene Goltsch
Sep 20, 2025
Judith Irene Goltsch (Ault), lovingly known as Judy, entered her heavenly home on Saturday, September 20, 2025, in the late morning hours at her cherished home she built with her devoted husband, Larry.
Even through illness, Judy's spirit remained strong. Her illness did not define her; instead, she will be remembered as a woman of beauty, grace,...
Eleanor L. Stauffer
Sep 20, 2025
Eleanor Lillian Stauffer (Ellie to her friends and golfing partners) of Lititz, PA died peacefully on Saturday, September 20, 2025, with her family by her side at Luther Acres after a short illness. Born in Ephrata, PA, she was the daughter of Charles C. and Esther M. (Crowther) Gerhard. She was married to J. Richard (Dick) Stauffer for 70...
William George Wells
Sep 19, 2025
William George Wells, was born on February 11, 1951, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania to Loretta Mae Waters and William Melford Wells. William had a happy early childhood living with his grandparents Peter and Blanche Waters, on South Christian St. in Lancaster, PA. They were loving, caring, and very supportive.
His educational journey began at Adams Ragged and George...
Martha Joan (Wiseman) Smith
Sep 18, 2025
Martha Joan Smith, 73, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2025. Born in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Patrick Wiseman and Dorothy "Honey" Honicker Wiseman. She was lovingly married to Joseph N. Smith for 42 years until his passing in 2023.
Martha was a graduate of Great Valley High School....
Nicole "Nicky" Cruz-Ramos
Sep 17, 2025
Nicole "Nicky" Cruz-Ramos, 34, passed away on September 17, 2025, in Lancaster, PA.
Born on December 2, 1990, in Lancaster, she was the beloved daughter of Pedro Cruz and Margarita Nievas-Ramos.
Nicky earned an associate degree in Art and Design and was a free spirit who embraced life with curiosity and openness. A gifted and...
Phillip Michael "Mike" Edwards
Sep 17, 2025
Phillip Michael "Mike" Edwards, 39, of Lancaster, and formerly of Chester County, passed away unexpectedly on September 17, 2025 at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Phoenixville, PA, he was the son of Steven Edwards (Deborah) and Linda Wilson Edwards (Jeffrey). He was married 10 years to his beloved husband, Adam M. Dickinson.
Mike was a graduate of...
J. Jude Schlager
Sep 17, 2025
J. Jude Schlager, 86, died at his home in Lancaster, PA, on September 17, 2025. Jude was the son of the late Joseph E. Schlager and Genevieve E. Ganse. He was the husband of the late Mary Catherine (Celia) who preceded him in death in March of 2021. He was also preceded in death by his brothers Dr. Charles...
Mary Kathryn Berhow
Sep 16, 2025
Mary Kathryn Berhow, 82, of Lancaster, passed away September 16, 2025, at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Madison, WI, she was the second daughter of William and Vera Broome. The family lived in Cottage Grove, WI before moving to Rice Lake, WI when Mary was 4 months old. Five other siblings were born there.
Mary graduated from...
Theresa Mary Kline
Sep 16, 2025
Theresa Mary Kline, 85, of Quarryville, PA, passed away Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at Providence Place of Lancaster. She shared 55 years of marriage with her husband Ralph Eugene Kline before his passing in 2023.
Born in Torbay, Newfoundland, before it was in Canada, she was the daughter of the late William and Anastasia (Shea) Codner.
...Arthur J. Difuria
Sep 15, 2025
Arthur J. DiFuria, age 92, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2025. Arthur was born and raised in Philadelphia, PA. He was the son of the late Frank DiFuria and Mildred Calabrese DiFuria. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Loretta Tartaglione DiFuria.
Arthur graduated from South Philadelphia High School for Boys and went on...
Paul E. Rodgers, Jr.
Sep 14, 2025
Paul E. Rodgers, Jr. passed away on September 14, 2025 at Lancaster General Hospital. The same place where he was born in 1948. He was the son of Paul E. Rodgers, Sr. and Miriam McKelly Rodgers. He is survived by his wife, Donna Hess Rodgers, his sister Joy Dietrich, sister-in law Dotty Leaman, nieces and nephews, and many great...
Robert “Bob” William Zimmerman, Ii
Sep 14, 2025
Robert "Bob" William Zimmerman, II passed away at his home on September 14, 2025. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of Robert and Carol (Paulsen) Zimmerman.
An avid e-bike cyclist, Bob found joy in cruising along the trails, exploring the great outdoors and embracing nature. He cherished camping trips under the stars and spent many sun-soaked...
Donald R. Geiter, Sr.
Sep 14, 2025
Donald R. Geiter, Sr., 86, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 14, 2025. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Joyce, who passed away in 2020. Don and Joyce shared nearly 60 years of marriage together.
Born in Lancaster City's 7th Ward, Don was the son of the late Sherman and Margaret (Waitz)...
Keo Phongxaysanith
Sep 14, 2025
Keo Phongxaysanith passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 14, 2025, at home with family by his side. He was born in Phonhong, Laos on January 1, 1949. He lived an extraordinary life and made friends with every person he met. He was a member of the Royal Lao Army from 1963-1975 and an exchange student at Aberdeen Proving Grounds...
Ashley Palmer-Neratko
Sep 13, 2025
It is with dread and sorrow that I share that Ashley Palmer-Neratko passed away at 10:28 p.m. on September 13, 2025, after a long illness. Ashley was born on November 28, 1984, and grew up in Dunkirk, New York. She was the most wonderful person in the world, and her absence leaves life forever changed. Yet even in our...
Krystal R. Mcfalls
Sep 13, 2025
Krystal R. Mcfalls, 42, of Manheim, PA, passed away on September 13, 2025, at her favorite place, the beach, after kicking cancers butt for years and decided she was ready to meet Jesus and be with one of her favorite people in the world her maternal grandmother, Barrie Cornwell aka Grammy. She was born on June 14, 1983, to...
Julie A. Hersh
Sep 13, 2025
Julie A. Hersh, 84, of Refton, passed away peacefully and without pain on Saturday, September 13, 2025, surrounded by her family.
Julie was the first New Year's baby born in Lancaster in 1941. She was the daughter of the late Charles and Suie Mowrer. She was the wife of Landis Hersh, with whom she celebrated 61 years...
Ann F. (Fries) Goodworth
Sep 13, 2025
Ann F. (Fries) Goodworth, 71, of Mountville, PA, passed away on September 13th surrounded by family. Ann is now resting comfortably in the arms of our Lord.
Born in Pittsburgh, PA, she was the daughter of the late Marcella (Walsh) and Thomas George Fries, Sr. She was the beloved wife of Gibby Goodworth, with whom she celebrated...
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