Aug 17, 2025

Irene P. Stoe, 81, of Mount Joy, passed away Sunday, August 17, 2025, at Neffsville Nursing & Rehab. Born in Beaverdale, PA, she was the daughter of the late John and Mary Kentula. She was the loving wife of William M. Stoe, with whom she celebrated 61 years of marriage.

Irene worked as a housekeeper throughout Lancaster...

Aug 15, 2025

William "Bill" L. Lewis, 63, of Willow Street passed away on August 15, 2025, peacefully at home. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Raymond L. Lewis and Jessie M. (Main) Work. Bill was an adoring husband to Diane F. Lewis and they were together for over 30 years.

Bill was a 1980 graduate...

Aug 14, 2025

Arthur E. Frey, 71, of Lititz, passed away on Thursday August 14, 2025 at Landis Homes Retirement Community.

Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late John K. and Lillian M. Caswell Frey, and was a long-time employee of Armstrong Flooring Corporation. He enjoyed hunting and fishing.

He is survived by his brother,...

Aug 14, 2025

Earl Richard Houghton, Jr., 78, of Columbia, formerly of Willow Street, Pa, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2025. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Earl Sr. and Violet Mae (Rankin) Houghton. He was married to Hedy E. (Axe) Houghton for 53 years prior to her passing in 2023.

Earl attended Penn Manor...

Aug 13, 2025

Wendy Sullivan passed away surrounded by her family on August 13, 2025, at the age of 59. Born in Pottstown, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Nora (Dowhunick) Updegrove.

An avid gardener, Wendy delighted in cultivating both vegetables and flowers, finding joy in nurturing life and watching her garden flourish. Her love for nature...

Aug 12, 2025

Elwood C. "Woody" Flaharty, 94, of Lancaster, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, August 12, 2025.

He was a retiree of the former Sperry New Holland serving as communication service manager, supervising the art, audio-visual, production, and the regional/national sales and dealer planning departments. Before this, he was employed by WGAL-TV for some 20 years. Freelancing...

Aug 12, 2025

Through many tears, the family of Carmen Maria Nieves announce her passing on August 12, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Isabela, Puerto Rico, she was the daughter of Pedro and Basilisa Nieves.

Carmen was a devoted mother and grandmother, fiercely family-oriented, and known for her sharp wit and infectious laughter. She took great joy...

Aug 11, 2025

Sandra (Sandy) L. Zimmerman, 84, of Lancaster passed away Monday, August 11, 2025, surrounded by her family at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Lebanon, PA she was the daughter of the late Albert and Dorothy (Ulrich) Waltz. She is preceded in death by her brother, James Waltz of Post Falls, ID.

Sandy was a passionate and dedicated...

Aug 11, 2025

Patricia "Pat" M. Brehm, of Lititz, passed away at her home on August 11, 2025, at the age of 92. Born in Lancaster, Pat was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Catherine (Hoffman) Phelan. She was a proud graduate of Lancaster Catholic High School, class of 1950 where she showcased her spirited personality as a cheerleader.

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Aug 11, 2025

Ioana Kovacs, 93, of Lancaster, passed away on Monday, August 11, 2025. Born in Romania, she was the wife of the late Iosef Kovacs.

Ioana was a seamstress in Romania, until moving to the United States at the age of 57. She then worked at Conestoga View in Lancaster for 10 years.

She is survived...

Aug 11, 2025

John Yuko, 90, of Central City, passed away peacefully in his sleep of natural causes on August 11, 2025, in Lititz, Pennsylvania.

Born and raised in Central City, John was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose greatest joy was his family. He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Kaye Yuko (formerly Kaye...

Aug 10, 2025

John Quincy Baker, Jr., 78, of Faithful Living, Denver, passed away Sunday, August 10, 2025. Born in Philadelphia, John was the son of the late John Q. and Juanita A. (Jushiaa) Baker.

John proudly served in the United States Navy. Of the Christian Faith, he attended Bright Side Baptist Church, Lancaster.

John will be laid...

Aug 10, 2025

Barbara N. Varner, 62, passed away in Elizabethtown, PA on August 10, 2025, at Emerald Nursing & Rehab. Born in Carlisle, she was the daughter of the late Richard and Patricia (Mixell) Varner. Barbara was from the Shippensburg/Chambersburg area.

Barbara enjoyed listening to music and going on long walks. She loved animals, nature and camping.

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Aug 10, 2025

Sharon "Kathryn" Doherty, 85, formerly of Bucks County, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2025.

Born in San Antonio, Texas, Kathryn was the daughter of the late Alma V. and Lillie Wafer. She earned her Bachelor's degree from Texas Woman's University and went on to build a meaningful career as a registered nurse, including her time in...

Aug 10, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Elizabeth A. (Miller) Ober, known as Betty or Betty Boop, who left us on August 10, 2025, age 70, at Mt. Hope Nazarene Retirement Community. Born on June 9, 1955, In Lancaster, PA. Betty, a woman whose zest for life, fierce spirit, and boundless love touched all who...

Aug 9, 2025

For 74 years, Rev. Dr. Lanie Bower Price lived with joy, purpose, hospitality, deep intuition, and boundless grace. On August 9, 2025, she left this world surrounded by the family and friends she so deeply cherished.

Born Marion Elaine Bower on April 23, 1951, to Marion Violet Mackenzie and William Bower, she graduated from Quincy High School...

Aug 9, 2025

John F. Marks, 64, of Lancaster passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, August 9, 2025. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Lloyd and Barbara (Schrader) Marks. He was the longtime companion of Carol Franklin for over 39 years.

He worked at the former RCA and was a supervisor for Welsh Maintenance Co.

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Aug 9, 2025

William C. "Bill" Pleger, 65, of Lancaster, passed away on Saturday, August 9, 2025, after a brief illness. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of David E. Sr. and Nancy Pleger. He was the loving husband to Mary Christine "Tina" Pleger for over 38 years until her passing earlier this year.

Bill dedicated over 40 years...

Aug 8, 2025

Mary "Jane" Yeager, 85, of Lancaster, PA, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on August 8, 2025. Born on August 8, 1940, in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Allen and Dorothy (Levering) Mellott. She was married to David Yeager for 67 years.

Known as "Jane" to most, she was a long-time employee...

Aug 8, 2025

James A. "Jim" Dietrich, 64, of East Petersburg, passed away on Friday, August 8, 2025, at Hospice and Community Care of Mount Joy.

Born in Reading, he was the son of the late George A. and Antoniette (Brancadora) Dietrich, Sr. He was the loving Husband of Brenda L. (Brubaker) Dietrich.

Jim was a proud retired...