Recent Obituaries
Lancaster, PA and surrounding areas
Boyd L. Knepp
May 31, 2025
Boyd L. Knepp, Jr., 75, of Lancaster, PA, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at Masonic Village, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Lewistown, PA, Boyd was the son of the late Flora (Gross) and Boyd L. Knepp, Sr., and the beloved husband of Dollie D. (Garber) Knepp.
A 1967 graduate of Manheim Central...
John C. Krow Iii
May 30, 2025
John C. Krow III, 59, of Pequea, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Friday, May 30th, 2025. John was born in Lancaster and was the son of John C. Krow Jr. and the late Roselotte (Jung) Krow.
John was a graduate of JP McCaskey High School, where he earned a varsity letter...
William "Bill" Fillgrove
May 30, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of William "Bill" Fillgrove, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Bill journeyed from this world on May 30, 2025, at the age of 82, in Lancaster, PA. Born on May 12, 1943, in Sligo, Pennsylvania, he carved a life filled with love, adventure, and unwavering dedication to his family....
Sandy L. Eshleman
May 30, 2025
Sandy L. (Kauffman) Eshleman, 59, of Pequea, PA, passed away Friday, May 30, 2025.
She was born in Lancaster, the daughter of the late John Henry and Mary Sauder (Frey) Kauffman.
Sandy graduated from Penn Manor High School, Class of 1984.
She worked at Evans Candy, Darrenkamps, the cafeteria at Martic Elementary School,...
Angel Maria Rivera
May 29, 2025
Angel Maria Rivera, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and cherished friend, passed away with the love of his life by his side on May 29, 2025, just two days shy of his 86th birthday. Born in Aibonito, Puerto Rico, Angel was the son of the late Felipe and Maria Rivera.
Angel dedicated his working years as a...
Benjamin Metzler Neideigh, Jr.
May 28, 2025
Benjamin M. "Ben" Neideigh, Jr., passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on May 28, 2025. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Benjamin Sr. and Margaret (Counts) Neideigh. He was married 52 years to his beloved wife, Jean (Kerschner) Neideigh.
Ben was a graduate of Warwick High School and received his bachelor's degree...
Audrey K. Thoms
May 27, 2025
Audrey K. Thoms, 89, passed peacefully at St. Luke's Hospice, Bethlehem, PA, on Tuesday 5/27/2025. She was born in Lancaster, PA, to the late Frank and Esther (Mattern) Keller.
Audrey celebrated 29 years of marriage to Edward R. Thoms, before his passing in 2020. Her first husband, and the father of her three children, Victor J. Standish,...
Josephine M. Beam
May 27, 2025
Josephine M. Beam, age 100, died at Moravian Manor on Tuesday morning. She was a daughter of Giuseppe and Caterina (Macrina) Lombardo and was married to the late Arthur S. Beam. Josephine retired from RCA.
She is survived by her son, Arthur J. Beam (Carole), her granddaughters, Catherine R. Everhart (Carl) and Dianna L. McSherry (Patrick), great-grandchildren,...
M. Margaret Herzer
May 26, 2025
M. Margaret Herzer, 95, of Luther Care passed away on Monday, May 26, 2025. Born in Lancaster, PA she was the daughter of the late Ada (Bushong) and Lloyd C. Smith. She was the beloved wife to the late Robert "Bob" G. Herzer, whom passed in 2019. Together they celebrated over 69 years of marriage.
Margaret graduated...
Sandra “Sandy” Labezius
May 26, 2025
Sandra "Sandy" Labezius, 80, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully, surrounded by love. Born in Lancaster to the late Harry and Mary Shay Spidle, Sandy was a 1964 graduate of J.P. McCaskey High School. She went on to work at Weis Markets followed by Pizza Hut, and she was also a carrier with the papers. She formed lasting friendships and...
Patricia Ann Newcomer
May 26, 2025
Patricia Ann Newcomer, 79, of Ephrata, passed away at home, surrounded by her family, on Monday, May 26, 2025. Born in New Brunswick, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Mildred (Johnson) Miles. She was the loving wife of Jon L. Newcomer, with whom she celebrated 52 years of marriage.
Patricia served as a...
Kenneth J. Kopco
May 26, 2025
Kenneth J. "Ken" Kopco, 77, of Ephrata, passed away May 26, 2025. Johnstown native, son of Stephen F. Kopco and Mary Kopco (Nagy). Survived by wife Marilyn Kopco (Kimmel) and children, Amy Kopco, Nichole Kopco, Tia Mann (Kopco), Brian (Whitney) Kopco, Kathleen Warner (Kevin). Brothers, Stephen (Jeanne), Joseph (Joann), David (LuAnn) and sisters Kathleen, Marilyn Solensky (Andrew dec.). Grandchildren,...
Margaret Marie "Peggy" Drier
May 26, 2025
Margaret Marie "Peggy" Drier, 78, of New Holland, passed away on May 26, 2025. Born in West Chester, she was the daughter of the late Mordecai and Hester (Donley) Harple.
Peggy worked in the pharmaceutical industry as a packaging clerk for Centecore. She enjoyed reading, diamond painting, counted cross-stitch, listening to country music, and was an avid...
Robert Charles “Bob” Ruof
May 26, 2025
Robert Charles "Bob" Ruof, 94, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 26, 2025, at his home. Born in Lancaster he was the son of the late Robert and Geneva Devers Ruof. He was the loving husband of Barbara A. Sharp Ruof and they observed 68 years of marriage this past November. Bob was a 1948 graduate of...
Michael G. Drenchko, Sr.
May 26, 2025
Michael G. Drenchko, Sr., 92, of Lancaster, PA, passed away peacefully at his home with his family by his side on May 26, 2025. He was born in Johnstown, PA.
Michael honorably served in the United States Army during the Korean War, demonstrating the values he held dear. Following his military duty, he continued his service as...
Wardell J. Jackson
May 25, 2025
Wardell J. Jackson, 67, of Lancaster, PA, passed away at home on Sunday, May 25, 2025.
Born in Wyalusing, PA, he was the son of the late James and Sharon (Kane) Jackson. He was the beloved husband of Theresa Jackson, and a devoted and proud father to Dessie and Wardell "Jay" Jackson III.
Known to...
Paula L. Magee
May 24, 2025
Paula Lynne Magee, 81, of Lititz, went into the loving Lord's arms on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Kadima Rehab & Nursing of Lititz. A lifelong resident of Lititz, Paula was born to the late Richard and Pauline (Ludwig) Roth. She was the loving wife of the late Charles A. Magee II.
Paula worked for Miller &...
Dung Huu Nguyen
May 24, 2025
Dung Huu Nguyen January 25, 1942 – May 24, 2025 (Age 83)
Dung Huu Nguyen, 83, of Lancaster, Pa, passed away surrounded by family on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center.
He was the son of the late Phuc Huu Nguyen and Duyen Thi Hoang. He was survived by his...
Cypert Olan Whitfill
May 23, 2025
Cypert Olan Whitfill, 88, passed away peacefully in Lancaster, surrounded by loved ones. Born on January 25, 1937, in Floyd County, Texas, he was the fifth of six children born to Alpheus Festus Whitfill and Christina Grace Feagan Whitfill.
Raised on a small farm in Floydada, Texas, Cy's strong work ethic and intellectual curiosity were evident from...
Carlota L. Arauz
May 23, 2025
Carlota L. Arauz, 76, of Lancaster, passed away on Friday, May 23, 2025, at Lancaster General Hospital.
Born in Guayaquil, Ecuador, she was the daughter of the late Pedro Naranjo and Mercedes Concha-Naranjo. She is the wife of Miguel Arauz.
Carlota was a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend. Originally from Ecuador, she came to the...
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