Recent Obituaries

Lancaster, PA and surrounding areas

Barbara Ann Munro

Barbara Ann Munro

Apr 29, 2026

Barbara Ann Munro met with her Savior on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at her West Lampeter Township residence at the age of 90. She shared 66 years of marriage with her husband Ronald W. Munro before his passing in 2023.

Born in Lancaster, PA, Barbara was the daughter of the late Robert E. and Rebecca Augusta (Blish) Turner. She graduated from...

Marianne Windle

Marianne Windle

Apr 28, 2026

Marianne Windle, 63, of New Providence, passed away peacefully at her residence on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, following a long and courageous battle with cancer.

Born in Lancaster in 1962, Marianne was the daughter of Janet (Shetter) Williams and the late Robert Williams, Sr.

Marianne dedicated 15 years of service as an administrator with the East Lampeter Township Police Department. She also...

Duong Quang Pham

Duong Quang Pham

Apr 28, 2026

A Funeral Service will be held at 11AM on Friday, May 8, 2026 at the Charles F. Snyder, Jr. Funeral Home and Crematory.  Family and friends will be received from 9AM until the time of service. Interment will follow at Landis Valley Mennonite Cemetery.  

Kathleen "Kathy" E. Landis

Kathleen "Kathy" E. Landis

Apr 27, 2026

Kathleen “Kathy” Landis went home to be with her Lord on April 27, 2026 after a difficult, year-long battle with pancreatic cancer. It was a battle she fought fiercely. Kathy was born in Lancaster and was the daughter of the late Wilmer and Elizabeth Stevens. Kathy was raised in Willow Street, where she attended and graduated from Lampeter-Strasburg High School....

Charles J. "Charlie" Brown Jr.

Charles J. "Charlie" Brown Jr.

Apr 27, 2026

Charles J. "Charlie Brown Jr., 62, of Lititz, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 27, 2026, at Hospice & Community Care. Born in Canton, Pa, he was the son of the late Bonnie L. Buck Yeager. Throughout his career as a truck driver, he drove for various trucking companies in Lancaster County. He found peace in spending time in the...

Dorothy Benner Martin

Dorothy Benner Martin

Apr 27, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Dorothy Benner Martin, who departed this life peacefully on April 27, 2026, at the age of 92. Born on June 29, 1933, in Kinzers, PA, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Martin.

Dorothy devoted her working years to the textile industry as a sewing factory worker,...

Ronald L. Groff

Ronald L. Groff

Apr 26, 2026

Ronald L. “Butch” Groff, 86, of Lancaster passed away Sunday, April 26, 2026, at Hospice & Community Care. Born in New Danville, PA, he was the son of the late Lewis and Kathryn (Rudy) Groff. He was the loving husband of Helen (McDwyer) Groff with whom he shared over 67 years of marriage.

He was a 1957 graduate of JP McCaskey...

Harold Meck Keeport

Harold Meck Keeport

Apr 26, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Harold Meck Keeport, who left us peacefully to join his Lord and Savior on April 26, 2026, at the age of 85. Born on March 27, 1941, in Pennsylvania, Harold was a devoted husband, father, and Poppy, who lived a life full of passion and purpose. 

Harold’s career in maintenance...

Catherine E. Kauffman

Catherine E. Kauffman

Apr 25, 2026

Catherine E. Kauffman

Affectionately known all her life as Kay, she has now joined her husband, Bill, in the great beyond.

Born in Lancaster to Charles H. Blake Sr. and Evelyn Zimmerman Blake, Kay was the middle child of

older sister, Evie Weaver (Stacy) and younger brother, Charles Blake Jr. (Barb).

Kay graduated from Hempfield High School and attended Millersville State College. After marriage

to...

Vera K. Eckert

Vera K. Eckert

Apr 25, 2026

Vera K. Eckert, 102, of Lititz, PA, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at United Zion Retirement Community.

She was the daughter of the late Sidney A. Mickler, Sr. and Lucy M. (Spreitzer) Mickler. She was the loving wife of the late Donald M. Eckert. They would have celebrated their 74th wedding anniversary on April 18th.

Vera was born and raised...

Phan Ly

Phan Ly

Apr 24, 2026

Phan Ly, 77, of Lancaster, passed away on Friday, April 24, 2026, at Lancaster General Hospital.

Born in Cambodia, Phan immigrated to the United States in 1984 with her children as a single mother. She had many odd jobs throughout her time in America, but her primary role was always to take care of her children as a homemaker. She loved...

Joanne M. Kirchgessner

Joanne M. Kirchgessner

Apr 24, 2026

Joanne M. Kirchgessner, 88, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 24, 2026. She was the beloved wife of the late Kenneth C. Kirchgessner, Sr., who died in 2022.

Born in Lancaster in 1938, she was a daughter of the late Harry Sener and raised by Robert Wakefield and Helen (Bloom) Wakefield.

Joanne was employed with Turnmatic Screw for...

Leonard W. Hoover Sr.

Leonard W. Hoover Sr.

Apr 23, 2026

Leonard W. Hoover Sr., 82 of Denver, was welcomed into the open arms of his Lord and Savior on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Lancaster County, he was the son of the late John H. and Mabel Weaver Hoover. Leonard married the love of his life, Lillian Mae Anderson, on June...

Bonnie M. Karlip

Bonnie M. Karlip

Apr 23, 2026

Bonnie M. Karlip, 83, of Lancaster passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 23, 2026. Born and raised in York, PA, she was the oldest child of Austin and Yvonne (Gladfelter) Ness. She was the wife of the late Herbert E. “Herb” Karlip with whom she shared over 58 years of marriage before his passing in 2023.

She graduated from Millersville University...

Linda C. Philbin

Linda C. Philbin

Apr 23, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Linda Philbin, beloved wife, mother, Grammy, sister, aunt, and friend, of Lancaster, PA.

Those who knew Linda knew a woman of extraordinary resilience and even greater joy. She faced significant health challenges throughout her life and faced more hardship than anyone should bear - yet she met each setback with...

Gwendolyn Bortzfield

Gwendolyn Bortzfield

Apr 22, 2026

Gwendolyn Faye Bortzfield, 87, of Lancaster, passed away on April 22, 2026.Born on August 28, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Truman and Helen Erb. Gwen was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 67 years, Lloyd Bortzfield, who passed on March 14, 2026. Together they shared a lifetime of love, laughter, and unwavering companionship. She will...

Robert Keller

Robert Keller

Apr 22, 2026

Robert Keller, 96, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully at his home on April 22, 2026. Born in Williamsburg, PA, he was the son of the late Franklin P. and Vanetta Margueritte (Shelly) Keller. He is survived by his wife, Helen (Shelton) Keller. His first wife Frances R. (Collison) Keller predeceased him in 1993.

After graduating from Hershey Industrial School, now known...

Marilyn Y. Herr

Marilyn Y. Herr

Apr 22, 2026

Marilyn Y. Herr, 96, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 22, 2023.

Born on July 1, 1929, in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Mabel Young. Marilyn was the beloved wife of the late Elvin W. Herr, who passed away in 2016.

Marilyn graduated from Millersville University with a degree in library science. She worked as...

Nancy Kienzle Frank

Nancy Kienzle Frank

Apr 22, 2026

Nancy Kienzle Frank, 92, of Willow Valley, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2026. Born in Lancaster, PA, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Mary (Duschl) Kienzle. She was married 59 years to Kenneth G. Frank until his passing in 2012.

Nancy was a 1952 graduate of Manheim Township High School and worked for 30 years in sales...

Raymond Vasile

Raymond Vasile

Apr 22, 2026

Through many tears, the family of Raymond Vasile, announce his passing on April 22, 2026, at his home. He was 75. He was born on April 5, 1951 to Pietro and Francesca Vasile, in Cattolica Eraclea, Italy.

With over 40 years of service as an electronics technician, he most recently lent his expertise to ISC. For more than three decades, he...

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