Recent Obituaries

Lancaster, PA and surrounding areas

Mark R. Campbell

Mark R. Campbell

Mar 7, 2025

Mark R. Campbell, 60, of Lancaster, ended his journey here and went home to be with his Lord on Friday, March 7, 2025, where he will be with his family and friends forever. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of Alma (McCue) Campbell and the late Richard Campbell.

He enjoyed going to church, listening to music,...

Todd F. Williams

Todd F. Williams

Mar 7, 2025

Todd F. Williams, 73, of Lancaster, PA, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2025, after many months of declining health. Born on November 25, 1951, in Wilkes Barre, PA, he was the eldest of three children, cherished by his younger brother, Brad, and sister, Adair.

Todd was a bright student with a passion for sports, excelling in...

Stephen Edwin "Steve" Noland

Stephen Edwin "Steve" Noland

Mar 6, 2025

Stephen Edwin "Steve" Noland, 85, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2025. Born in Rockmart, GA, he was the son of the late Edwin Webster and Frances Lucille (Bray) Noland. He was married 62 years to his beloved wife Connie Gail (Ezzell) Noland.

Steve graduated from high school in Georgia and obtained a bachelor's degree...

George Thomas "Tom" Mitchell

George Thomas "Tom" Mitchell

Mar 6, 2025

George Thomas "Tom" Mitchell, of Lancaster, passed away on March 6, 2025, at the age of 79. A Lancaster Native at birth, Tom, was the son of the late George R. and Thelma (Kreider) Mitchell.

Tom was a devoted lifetime member of the Millersville Fire Dept. Station 6-5 (current Blue Rock Fire Rescue) and the Refton Fire...

Daniel Stephen Horvath

Daniel Stephen Horvath

Mar 6, 2025

Daniel Stephen Horvath, 44, of Lancaster, passed away suddenly, of natural causes, Thursday, March 6, 2025, while in Cancun, Mexico. Born in Norristown, he was the son of Stephen Horvath and the late Donna (Horn) Horvath. Dan was the husband of Amber (Shearer) Horvath, with whom he celebrated 21 years of marriage.

Of the Christian Faith, Dan...

Patricia A. (Osweiler) Benjamin

Patricia A. (Osweiler) Benjamin

Mar 6, 2025

Patricia A. (Osweiler) Benjamin, 91, of Millersville, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 6, 2025, at Homestead Village. Born in Bonaparte, IA, she was the daughter of the late Peter and Ludgardis (Striegel) Osweiler.

Patricia was a graduate of Bonaparte High School, where she was active in choral groups, tap dancing, and served as the editor of...

Burnell G. Ulmer

Burnell G. Ulmer

Mar 5, 2025

Burnell G. "Bernie" Ulmer, age 85, of Lancaster, entered eternal rest on March 5, 2025. He was born in New Danville to the late Paul and Mabel Ulmer, and shared over 43 years with his devoted wife, Carolyn Ulmer.

Bernie and Carolyn shared many memories taking trips riding their motorcycles or frequenting bus trips. Riding on the...

Peter E. Kingsley

Peter E. Kingsley

Mar 5, 2025

Peter E. Kingsley of Strasburg, Pa went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Ash Wednesday, March 5th, 2025.

Pete was born in Bar Harbor, Maine on October 17, 1940, the son of Phillip W. Kingsley and Eleanor Kingsley Ryan. Pete married the love of his life, Janet, for almost 64 years and raised a...

Judy Kay Irizarry

Judy Kay Irizarry

Mar 5, 2025

Judy Kay Irizarry, 65, was welcomed into the gates of Heaven on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at Hershey Medical Center, surrounded by her loving husband and family. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late John Rohrer and Ruth Ellen Smuck Bear. Judy and her husband, David N. Irizarry, were married just shy of 39 years; they...

Henry M. "Butch" Hershey, Jr.

Henry M. "Butch" Hershey, Jr.

Mar 5, 2025

Henry M. "Butch" Hershey, Jr., 75, of Lititz, passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at his residence.

Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Henry M. and Mary B. (Bertz) Hershey, Sr.

He is survived by his sons, Shawn (Melissa) Hershey and Daniel (Mindy) Hershey; his significant other, Elaine Bair; Elaine's...

John Martin Murray

John Martin Murray

Mar 5, 2025

John Martin Murray, 86, of Lititz, PA, formerly of Leola, PA, passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at Brethren Village in Lititz, PA. Born in Nickel Mines, PA, he was the son of the late Raymond and Lottie Wise Murray.

John graduated from Solanco High School in 1955 and was employed by Dart Container Corporation for...

Donald Robert "Don" Hart, Jr.

Donald Robert "Don" Hart, Jr.

Mar 4, 2025

Donald Robert "Don" Hart, Jr., 59, of Landisville, passed away unexpectedly on March 4, 2025. Born in Warren, PA, he was the son of Donald Sr. and Lois (Lewis) Hart.

Don graduated from Drexel University with a bachelor's in Chemical Engineering. He most recently worked as a senior managing environmental consultant for ALL4. He was an active...

Marie R. Carr

Marie R. Carr

Mar 4, 2025

Marie R. Carr, 93 of Lancaster PA, died on Tuesday, March 4th. Born in Pottsville, PA, she was the daughter of the late Leo & Loretta (Fronza) Rabuck. She was the beloved wife of Peter C. Carr, who preceded her in death in 1997.

Marie was employed at Lancaster Catholic High as the Secretary to the Vice...

Ronald F. Leaman

Ronald F. Leaman

Mar 4, 2025

Ronald F. Leaman, 79, of West Lampeter Township, passed away peacefully at Lancaster General Hospital on March 4, 2025, following a fall caused by ALS. He was the beloved husband of Carol Jannello-Leaman, who was at his side.

Raised in Mountville, he was the son of the late Warren and Mary (Esbenshade) Leaman. Ron worked all his...

Barbara Ruth Johnson Hurnyak

Barbara Ruth Johnson Hurnyak

Mar 4, 2025

Barbara Ruth Johnson Hurnyak, affectionately known as Babs, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2025, in Willow Street, PA. She was born on February 12, 1952, in New York, NY, and grew up in Stony Brook, NY, with her parents, Lois and Paul Johnson, her older brother Arthur, and younger sister Carol.

Barbara attended school in the...

James P. "Jim" Oberholtzer

James P. "Jim" Oberholtzer

Mar 4, 2025

James P. "Jim" Oberholtzer, 68, of Denver, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2025. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Earl and Shirley Ann (Witmer) Oberholtzer.

A graveside service to honor and remember Jim will be held on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at 3 PM at Riverview Burial Park, 1100 S. Duke St,...

Russell S. Garber

Russell S. Garber

Mar 4, 2025

Russell S. Garber 94 of Millersville passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Born in West Hempfield, PA. He was the son of the late Elizabeth (Shenk) and John H. Garber Russell was a devoted husband of Esther W. (Hertzler) Garber with whom he shared an incredible 73 years of marriage built on faith, love and steadfast commitment....

Robert L. Peters, Jr.

Robert L. Peters, Jr.

Mar 3, 2025

Robert L. Peters Jr., age 61, passed on March 3,2025 at his home in Los Angeles, CA.

Born in NJ and formerly of Lancaster, PA, Rob was a graduate of Manheim Twp. High School class of '81. He followed his passion for horseback riding, rising through the equestrian ranks from amateur to professional in the Hunter and...

Paul Bruce Pipes

Paul Bruce Pipes

Mar 3, 2025

Paul Bruce Pipes, a devoted father, husband, and grandfather, as well as accomplished physicist, and educator passed away on Monday, March 3, 2025. Born in Fort Worth, Texas, he was the son of Paul Bruce Pipes Sr. and Opal Pipes.

Bruce's passion for science led him to earn a bachelor's degree in physics from Rice University in...

Sheila Charles

Sheila Charles

Mar 3, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sheila "Shelly" Charles on March 3, 2025; a beloved wife, mother, and mommom. Shelly was a devoted and compassionate woman who touched the lives of all who knew her.

She is survived by her loving husband, Doug Charles; her daughter, Jackie Ciarelli; her son-in-law, Brett Ciarelli;...

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