Obituaries

Mary Jane Althouse, 90

November 7, 1932 - December 10, 2022

Mary Jane Althouse, 90, of Strasburg, passed away Saturday, December 10, 2022, at Lancaster General Hospital.

Born in and a lifelong resident of Strasburg, Mary Jane was the daughter of the late C. Irvin “Irvie” and Mary Jane (Mowery) Strubel. She was the wife of the late Ross F. Althouse, Sr., who died in 1994.

Mary Jane graduated from Paradise High School, she was a dedicated and caring homemaker for her family, and she was a lifelong member of Wesley United Methodist Church in Strasburg.

Surviving Mary Jane are her son, Ross F. Althouse, Jr. and her daughter, Pamela J. Faltin, both of Strasburg; as well as her five siblings.

Kindly consider contributions in Mary Jane’s memory to Hospice & Community Care, PO Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125.
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January 01, 2024

Your mother ALWAYS LOVED YOU, MR. ROSS

January 01, 2024

Mr. Ross 
it’s new year day 
I googled your name 
Your mother obituary appeared 
Oh Mr. Ross !!!!! 🥲🥲🥲

December 19, 2022

Ross I’m so sorry to see your mom has passed away.  Cherish the memories you have of her in your heart.  Bean

December 18, 2022

I am saddened to read of your mom’s passing Ross and Pam.  I send my heart felt sympathy to both of you.  She was a sweet person and I’m glad I got to know her.

December 16, 2022

Ross and Pam, so sorry to hear about your moms passing, She was such a kind and wonderful woman. I remember she always had a smile on her face. She is now in a better place. Thoughts and prayers. 

December 16, 2022

I’m so sorry to hear about your mother. She was always so nice to me.  I have very fond memories of her as we were growing up. Take comfort in knowing she lived a long life and she is totally at peace now.

December 14, 2022

We will miss the friendship we have had for many years.  Our caring thoughts are with the family at this time.

December 13, 2022

My deepest sympathies🕊️Your Mother(Aunt Janie) was such a caring woman and a wonderful Aunt and Friend to All who ever had the pleasure of meeting her.  May you find comfort in all the loving memories you have of her❤️‍🩹

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