Obituary: Edward F. Luckenbaugh Jr.

Obituary Edward F. Luckenbaugh Jr. (October 20, 1936 – November 1, 2020) Edward Francis Luckenbaugh Jr. passed away on November 1, 2020 at Cross Keys Village in New Oxford. He was 84.   Ed, as he was known by family and friends, was a mainstay in the greater Gettysburg community where he sold cars for nearly

Obituary: Mary Lee Patrick

Obituary Mary Lee Patrick(April 9, 1931 – October 29, 2020) Mary Lee Patrick, one of the matriarchs of the Gettysburg Black community, died at her home on S. Washington Street in Gettysburg, Thursday morning, October 29, 2020. Ms. Patrick, who went by the nickname Mickey, was born on April 9, 1931, in Emmitsburg, MD, the daughter

Nick Lord ’20: Using Competitive Drive in Business

Nick Lord ’20 competed on the Gettysburg College men’s basketball team for four years. While his time of wearing the orange and blue is over, his competitive drive has continued in the business world. Following graduation last May, Lord started a new business called NOCAP Sports alongside classmate and teammate Danny Duffey ’20. The idea for this business started

Bullets Baseball Dives into Take ALS Yard Campaign

DONATE GETTYSBURG, Pa. – The Gettysburg College baseball team dives into another year of fundraising for its annual event Take ALS Yard, which helps identify and fund the most promising scientific medical research that will lead to the first effective treatments and cure for ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis). The ninth annual Take ALS Yard campaign will follow

Men’s Basketball Builds Inclusive Environment

GETTYSBURG, Pa. – Beginning in the summer and through the fall semester, Head Coach B.J. Dunne and his men’s basketball student-athletes have invested time and energy into a number of activities focused on diversity and inclusion, creating conversations to educate, empower, support, and engage others to be leaders in the Gettysburg College community. “I’ve Got Your Back” is

Men’s Basketball Embraces Diversity and Inclusion

GETTYSBURG, Pa. – In conjunction with the NCAA Social Media Diversity and Inclusion campaign that runs from Oct. 27-29, sophomore Elijah Williams and freshmen Max Pernetti and Jake Bertolini-Felice from the Gettysburg College men’s basketball team share personal experiences and thoughts on diversity and inclusion. Today marks the first day of the NCAA Social Media Diversity and Inclusion campaign, and the theme is “My

Obituary: Ralph W. Singley

Obituary Ralph W. Singley (November 9, 1927 – October 31, 2020) Ralph W. Singley, 92, of Gettysburg, PA died Saturday, October 31, 2020 at Paramount Senior Living, Fayetteville, PA.Born November 9, 1927 in Mummasburg he was the son of the late Norman L. and Clara E. (Allison) Singley. He was the husband of Ruth I.

Obituary: Charlotte L. (Lefever) Miller

Obituary Charlotte L. (Lefever) Miller (December 26, 1953 ~ October 29, 2020) Charlotte L. (Lefever) Miller, 66, died Thursday, October 29, 2020, at her home.  She was the wife of Russell E. Miller, Jr, her husband of 31 years. Charlotte was born December 26, 1953, in York, the daughter of the late Eugene Raffensberger and the late

Obituary: Gloria F. Miller

Obituary Gloria F. (Miller) Miller (August 4, 1926 ~ October 27, 2020 Gloria F. (Miller) Miller, 94, passed away Tuesday, October 27, 2020, at Genesis Health Care, The Gettysburg Center, Gettysburg. She was the wife of the late Arthur A. Miller, who died August 20, 1995. Gloria was born August 4, 1926 in Hanover, the daughter of

Obituary: Clair D. Sheaffer

Obituary Clair D. Sheaffer (August 23, 1947 – November 1, 2020) Clair D. Sheaffer, age 73 formerly of Bendersville, passed away Sunday morning, November 1, 2020 at Laurel Lake Rehab and Wellness in Chambersburg.   Arrangements entrusted to Dugan Funeral Home, Inc. are incomplete at this time.To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Clair D. Sheaffer,

Obituary:John Kulp

Obituary John Kulp (August 28, 1926 – October 31, 2020) John Kulp, age 94, died Saturday, October 31, 2020, at Paramount Nursing and Rehab at Fayetteville.   Services are entrusted to Dugan Funeral Home, Inc., Bendersville. Arrangements for a Celebration of John’s life are incomplete at this time.To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of John Kulp,

Obituary: Jeannie Marie McNamara

Obituary Jeannie Marie McNamara (February 2, 1931 – October 27, 2020) Jeanne Marie McNamara, 89, of Carroll Valley, passed away on Tuesday,October 27, 2020 at St. Joseph Ministries, Emmitsburg. Jeanne Marie was a middle school English teacher in Maryland for almosta decade. She then moved to California where she ran a Bed & Breakfastfor 23

Obituary: Mary C. Gebhart

Obituary Mary C. Gebhart (August 10, 1933 – October 27, 2020) Mary C. Gebhart, 87, of Gettysburg, PA died Tuesday evening, October 27, 2020 at Select Specialty Hospice, Camp Hill, PA. Born August 10, 1933 in Adams County, PA she was the daughter of the late Carl and Verna (Kroushour) Chronister. Mary was a 1952

Obituary: Thomas Lee Morningstar

Obituary Thomas Lee Morningstar (April 2, 1942 ~ October 26, 2020) Thomas Lee Morningstar, 78, of New Oxford, PA, transitioned into eternal life on October 26, 2020.  Tom was born April 2, 1942 in Hanover, PA.  He was the son of the late Donald H. and Amy I. (Kitzmiller) Morningstar.  Tom graduated from New Oxford High School

Obituary: David L. Cooksey

Obituary David L. Cooksey (November 3, 1938 ~ October 26, 2020) David L. Cooksey, 81, died Monday, October 26, 2020, at his home.  He was the husband of Gloria G. (Gates) Cooksey, his wife of 61 years. David was born November 3, 1938, in Arlington, VA, the son of the late David M. and Louisa E. (Arnold)

Obituary: James E. “Mace” Ireland

James E. “Mace” Ireland (September 23rd, 1926 – October 26th, 2020 James E. “Mace” Ireland, 94, of Silver Run, died Monday, Oct 26, at his home.  He was the widower of Dorothy S. Ireland, his wife of 66 years, who died Feb 10, 2013.  Born Sept 23, 1926 in Baltimore City, Mace was the son

Obituary: Robert Fishter

Robert Fishter (May 15, 1948 – October 27, 2020) Robert Fishter Jr. age 72, passed away at Penn State Milton Hershey Medical Center on October 27, 2020. He was the loving husband of Eileen (Miller) Fishter; together they shared 50 years of marriage in April.  Robert was born on May 15, 1948 and was the son of

Obituary: Luiz Fragelli

Luiz Fragelli (June 10, 1935 – October 26, 2020) Luiz Antonio Fragelli, 85, passed away in the early morning of October 26, 2020, at the national headquarters of the American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family and Property (TFP) in Spring Grove, Penn. (the former Glatfelter Estate). He dedicated more than 50 years of his life

Obituary: Karena Bowman

Karena Bowman (March 6, 1969 – October 25, 2020) Karena M. Bowman, age 51, of McSherrystown, passed away on Sunday, October 25, 2020 at UPMC Pinnacle Hospital in Harrisburg.  Karena was born in Hanover on March 6, 1969 and graduated from New Oxford High School class of 1987. She worked as a cake decorator for Kennie’s Markets

Obituary: Marian K. Gardner

Marian K. Gardner (February 14, 1934 – October 26, 2020) Marian K. Gardner, age 86, of York Springs, passed away Monday, October 26, 2020 peacefully at her home. She was born February 14, 1934, in Gettysburg, as the daughter of the late Harry and Kathryn (Weaver) Moser.  She was formerly employed by Bittinger Comp. in Hanover for

Obituary: Mary Catherine Mauss

Mary Catherine Mauss (November 9, 1933 – October 22, 2020) Mary Catherine Mauss, 86, Gardners, PA passed away suddenly on Thursday, October 22, 2020 at UPMC Harrisburg, PA. She was born November 9, 1933 in Gettysburg, PA the daughter of the late Glenn W. and Sarah McCans Brough. Mary was predeceased by her husband of

Lorraine M. Hall

Obituary Lorraine M. Hall (May 8, 1931 – October 25, 2020) Lorraine M. Hall, 89, of Hanover, died Sunday, Oct 25, at Homewood at Plum Creek.  She was the widow of Robert W. Hall who died in 1993.  Born May 8, 1931 in Harney, MD, Lorraine was the daughter of the late Preston L. &

Phyllis E. Wood

Obituary Phyllis E. Wood (December 17, 1938 – October 21, 2020) Phyllis Elizabeth Wood, 81, of Littlestown, died Wednesday, Oct 21, at her home.  She was the wife of Dale C. Wood of Littlestown for 50 years.  Born Dec 17, 1938 in Lisbon, NY, Phyllis was the daughter of the late Orson & Elizabeth (Crump)

Loretta Smith

Obituary Loretta Smith (August 23, 1933 – October 23, 2020) McSherrystown  Loretta A. “Peg” Smith, age 87, passed away on Friday, October 23, 2020 at Hanover Hospital. She was the loving wife of John W. “Lut” Smith; together they shared over 67 years of marriage.  Peg was born in McSherrystown on August 23, 1933 and was the

Angelique Smith

Obituary Angelique Smith (July 27, 1997 – October 23, 2020) Angelique G. Smith, age 23, passed away suddenly on Friday, October 23, 2020.  Angelique was born in York on July 27, 1997 and graduated from New Oxford High School.  Angelique loved animals, she had ferrets and loved her cats Sadie and Ted, Ada, and Puddies. She liked

Thomas Leonard

Obituary Thomas Leonard (August 9, 1930 – October 23, 2020) Thomas A. Leonard, 90, of Hanover, entered into eternal care on Friday, October 23, 2020 at Columbia Cottage, Hanover. He was the husband of Jeane L. (Good) Leonard to whom he shared 66 years of marriage.  Born August 9, 1930 in Hanover, he was the son of the

Amanda Forry

Obituary Amanda Forry (November 12, 1928 – October 22, 2020) Amanda E. (Miller) Forry, age 91, passed away at Cross Keys Village the Brethren Home Community on October 22, 2020. She was the loving wife of George A. Forry.  Amanda was born on November 12, 1928 and was the daughter of the late Harry C. and Kathryn

Luis Rivera

Obituary Luis Rivera (May 13, 1964 – October 22, 2020) Luis G. Rivera, age 56, died suddenly in a motorcycle accident on Thursday, October 22, 2020. He was the loving husband of Pamela Beech; they shared 26 years together.  Luis was born in Bronx NY on May 13, 1964 and graduated from the Inter American University of

Ronald “Chub” F. Rice

Obituary Ronald “Chub” F. Rice (July 16, 1933 – October 25, 2020) Ronald F. “Chub” Rice, age 87, of Biglerville, passed away peacefully Sunday, October 25, 2020 at his home. He was born July 16, 1933 in Butler Twp., Adams County, as the son of the late Ralph E. and Margaret A. (Cluck) Rice.  “Chub” graduated in

Raymond E. Hartzel

Obituary Raymond E. Hartzel (March 27, 1947 – October 22, 2020) Raymond E. Hartzel (Eddie), age 73, of Biglerville, passed away Thursday, October 22, 2020 at Gettysburg Hospital. He was born March 27, 1947 in Butler Twp., Adams Co., as the son of the late Guy H. and Thelma G. (Routzahn) Hartzel.  Raymond graduated from Biglerville High

Florence “Flo” N. Smith

Obituary Florence “Flo” N. Smith (July 22, 1934 – October 21, 2020) Florence N. “Flo” Smith, age 86 of Gettysburg, passed away Wednesday, October 21, 2020 at Gettysburg Hospital. She was born Sunday, July 22, 1934 in Fairfield, the daughter of the late Harry L., Sr. and Margaret J. (Strausbaugh) Patterson.  Florence operated her beauty salon in

Fairfield Inn Reopens as Mansion House 1757

The Mansion House 1757, located at 15 W. Main St. in Fairfield, and previously called the Fairfield Inn, has reopened under the ownership of Cindy and George Keeney. The couple bought the property in June 2020. The property was originally named the Mansion House when it was built in 1757.  The Mansion House houses a

BURG ALLIES Takes on Diversity & Inclusion

GETTYSBURG, Pa. – The Department of Athletics at Gettysburg College has launched BURG ALLIES, a program-wide initiative to educate and empower student-athletes and staff to traverse the difficult conversations surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion and take action in the pursuit of equality for all people. In conjunction with the department’s newly launched Well-Being Program, BURG ALLIES targets prevailing

Centennial Conference Announces Pillars of Excellence

LANCASTER, Pa. – The Centennial Conference has announced the Pillars of Excellence (PE), a conference-wide four-part speaker series. Beginning this October, the conference will offer four facilitator-led virtual educational sessions for Centennial member institutions that will focus on the topics of mental health, financial wellness, diversity and inclusion, and professional development. These virtual events are meant

Amy Cantrell ’22: Journey to Gettysburg

Amy Cantrell ’22 arrived at Gettysburg College on move-in day in the fall of 2019 without ever visiting. The cross country and track and field junior transfer grew up on the west coast but wanted to branch out and try something completely new. Cantrell graduated in 2017 from Wood River High School in Hailey, Idaho, and then

Women’s Cross Country: Why Gettysburg?

While the reasoning behind why student-athletes choose to attend Gettysburg College vary, there is one aspect that tends to be a reoccurring theme – the atmosphere. The warmth, kindness, and enthusiasm are what make the students feel like they have a home away from home.      Five members of the women’s cross country team shared

Centennial Conference Launches New Digital Network

Lexington, Ky. — The Centennial Conference announced Wednesday it has reached a formal partnership agreement with BlueFrame Technology to create an end-to-end digital network for all 11 of its member institutions for the next three years.  The Centennial Conference Digital Network is now available on the web (https://www.centennialconference.tv/) along with streaming applications for television and mobile

Booher, Cantrell Set to Lead Women’s Cross Country in 2020-21

GETTYSBURG, Pa. – Juniors Ashlyn Booher (Boiling Springs, Pa./Boiling Springs) and Amy Cantrell (Hailey, Idaho/Wood River) of the Gettysburg College women’s cross country team have been selected to serve as team captains according to cross country and track and field head coach Bryson Hartzler. “Ashlyn has received the respect from the coaching staff and her peers alike,” said Hartzler. “We have

Centennial Conference Launches Centennial Votes Initiative

LANCASTER, Pa. – The Centennial Conference has announced the Centennial Votes pledge, an initiative that will encourage 100% voter participation among eligible student-athletes, coaches, and staff ahead of the General Election on November 3.  The Centennial Votes pledge has support across all 11 Centennial Conference member institutions and encourages student-athletes to take part in the electoral

Justin Lessel ’21: Seizing the Day

Coming off a breakout year on the football field, Gettysburg College senior Justin Lessel had high hopes for his final season on the turf, but the Centennial Conference’s postponement of fall competition put a damper on those expectations. Despite the setback, Lessel continues to forge ahead and spends nearly every waking moment preparing for his future as

Gettysburg Great Games: Football vs. F&M, 2014

The stakes are always high when Gettysburg and Franklin & Marshall battle on the gridiron, but the 2014 edition of the rivalry added even more intrigue as the 100th all-time meeting between the two institutions along with the introduction of the Lincoln Football Trophy. Original Release – Nov. 15, 2014 Box Score GETTYSBURG, Pa. – The

Stanley E. Waite

Obituary Stanley E. Waite (February 8, 1937 – October 19, 2020) Stanley E. Waite, 83, of Littlestown, died Monday A.M., October 19, at his home.  He was the husband of Candee (Howe) Waite of Littlestown for 38 years.  Born Feb 8, 1937 in Hutchinson, KS, Stan was the son of the late Roy E. &

Marie I. Collins Shanebrook

Obituary Marie I. Collins Shanebrook (April 26, 1938 – October 19, 2020) Marie I. Collins Shanebrook, 82, went to be with her Loving Savior Jesus Christ, Monday morning, October 19, 2020 at her daughter’s home in Littlestown, PA. She died peacefully with her loving family by her side, after a long and courageous battle with

Mazie Elizabeth Keefer

Obituary Mazie Elizabeth Keefer (September 14, 1924 – October 19, 2020) Mazie Elizabeth Keefer, 96, Gettysburg, PA passed away on Monday, October 19, 2020, at the Gettysburg Hospital. She was born September 14, 1924 in Orrtanna, PA the daughter of the late Cleon A. and Viola M. (Herring) Nary. She was predeceased by her husband,

David A. Joswick

Obituary David A. Joswick (July 15, 1951 – October 18, 2020) David A. Joswick, 69 of Gettysburg, PA passed away suddenly on Sunday, October 18, 2020 at The Gettysburg Hospital. Born July 15, 1951 in Grand Rapids, MI, he was the son of the late Walter A. & Gloria E. (Hoffer) Joswick. David is survived

Margaret L. Hower

Obituary Margaret L. Hower (February 11, 1926 – October 18, 2020) Margaret L. Hower, 94 of Gettysburg, PA passed away at The Gardens in Gettysburg on Sunday, October 18, 2020. Born February 11, 1926 in Manton, Michigan, she was the daughter of the late Eugene & Mary (Bishop) Hafer. Margaret was predeceased by her husband,

Shirley W. (Leake) Roth

Obituary Shirley W. (Leake) Roth (June 19, 1944 ~ October 19, 2020) Shirley W. (Leake) Roth, 76, died Monday, October 19, 2020, at Homewood at Plum Creek.  She was the wife of the late Lester “Jim” Roth, her husband of 41 years, who died June 12, 2003. Shirley was born June 19, 1944, in Culpeper, VA, the

Charlotte M. (Hilker) Stevens

Obituary Charlotte M. (Hilker) Stevens (February 28, 1939 ~ October 15, 2020) Charlotte M. (Hilker) Stevens, 81, passed away Thursday, October 15, 2020 at Wellspan York Hospital. She was the wife of John L. Stevens, her husband of 47 years. Charlotte was born February 28, 1939 in Manheim Twp, York, the daughter of the late Russell E.

Mary McClintock

Obituary Mary McClintock (May 29, 1926 – October 19, 2020) Hanover  Mary C. McClintock, age 94, passed away on Monday, October 19, 2020 at the Brethren Home in New Oxford. She was the loving wife of the late Charles McClintock; who passed away in 1975.  Mary was born in Conewago Twp, Adams County on May 29, 1926

Melba L. Paige

Obituary Melba L. Paige (September 3, 1972 – October 18, 2020) Melba L. (Carter) Coleman-Paige, age 48, passed away at home on October 18, 2020. She was the loving wife of Duane A. Paige.  Melba was born on September 3, 1972 and was the daughter of Joyce L. Peters and the late Melvin G. Carter. She attended

Carol J. Hassler

Obituary Carol J. Hassler (October 1, 1946 – October 18, 2020) Carol J. Hassler, age 74, passed away peacefully at 10:45 A.M., on Sunday, October 18, 2020, at her home in West York.  She was the wife of David. J. Hassler for 55 years. Carol was born in Spring Grove on October 1, 1946 and was the

Shirley Smelser

Obituary Shirley Smelser (August 20, 1953 – October 18, 2020) Hanover Shirley A. Smelser, age 67, passed away at Hanover Hospital, on Sunday, October 18, 2020. She was the loving wife of the late Henry Monroe Smelser; who passed away 0n December 14,1997  Shirley was born in Chambersburg on August 20, 1953 and was the daughter of the

Dennis Altland

Obituary Dennis Altland (July 19, 1951 – October 14, 2020) Spring Grove  Dennis Leroy Altland, age 69, passed away at UPMC Memorial Hospital in York on October 14, 2020. He was the loving husband of Patricia A. (Miller) Altland; they shared over 50 years of marriage.  Dennis was born in Dover on July 19, 1951 and was

Lorma Bubb

Obituary Lorma Bubb (October 5, 1927 – October 14, 2020 ) York Lorma M. (Gross) Bubb, age 93, passed away on October 14, 2020 at SpiriTrust Lutheran at Sprenkle Drive in York. She was the loving wife of the late William P. Bubb, who passed away in 2018; they shared over 61 years of marriage. Lorma was born in Jackson

Dewey L. Bower, Jr.

Obituary Dewey L. Bower, Jr. (August 7, 1926 – October 18, 2020) Dewey L. Bower Jr., age 94, of Biglerville, passed away Sunday, October 18, 2020, at his home in Biglerville. He was born August 7, 1926, in Roanoke, Virginia, the oldest son and one of the seven children of the late Dewey L. and Clara N.

Gettysburg College Students Favor Biden, But Not all Will Vote

The COVID-19 health crisis is making the 2020 general election look very different than it has in past election years for Americans. These changes are also affecting Gettysburg College students, many of whom are not currently on campus and many of whom are voting for the first time. Informal polling on Facebook, made up primarily

Gary W. Swisher

Obituary Gary W. Swisher (April 3, 1959 – October 13, 2020) Gary W. Swisher, 61 of Stewartstown, PA passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2020. Born April 03, 1959 in Gettysburg, PA, he was the son of the late Scott W. & Mildred V. (Emory) Swisher. Gary was born with Down’s Syndrome and bravely fought

Dr. John Ronald Winkleman

Obituary Dr. John Ronald Winkleman (August 2, 1931 – October 13, 2020) John Roland Winkelmann, Professor Emeritus of Biology at Gettysburg College, died peacefully on Tuesday, October 13th surrounded by his family. Born August 2nd, 1931 in Champaign-Urbana, IL, he was the son of the late Attorney Roland E. Winkelmann and Gail Gaunt Winkelmann. John

Mary Jane Bagot

Obituary Mary Jane Bagot (February 18, 1941 – October 12, 2020) Mary Jane Bagot, 79, Biglerville, PA passed away at her home on Monday, October 12, 2020. She was born February 18, 1941 in Bayard, W.VA. the daughter of the late John and Margaret Wilson Knotts. Mary Jane is survived by her husband of 58

Fred M. Ensor

Obituary Fred M. Ensor (January 3, 1942 ~ October 12, 2020) Fred M. Ensor, 78, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family, Monday, October 12, 2020. He was the husband of Lorraine L. (Harman) Ensor, his wife of 60 years. Fred was born January 3, 1942 in Hampton, the son of the late Earl Ervin

Ann White

Obituary Ann White (August 25, 1953 – October 13, 2020) Hanover  Ann Y. (Trumpower) White, age 67, passed away at Penn State Hershey Medical Center on Tuesday, October 13, 2020. She was the loving wife of John D. White; together they shared over 47 years of marriage.  Ann was born in Berkley Springs WV on August 25,

Nancy Altland

Obituary Nancy Altland (May 30, 1944 – October 12, 2020) Spring Grove  Nancy (Rudisill) Altland, age 76, passed away on October 12, 2020 at Homewood at Plum Creek in Hanover. She was the loving wife of the late William Altland and the late Larry Eisenhart.   Nancy was born on May 30, 1944 in Brodbecks, a daughter of

Thelma Delancey

Obituary Thelma Delancey (February 7, 1928 – October 11, 2020) Thelma J. (Sweigart) Delancey, age 92, passed away suddenly at home on October 11, 2020. She was the loving wife of the late Robert E. Delancey, who passed away in 1994.  Thelma was born in Ephrata on February 7, 1928 and was the daughter of the late

Jeffery Smith

Obituary Jeffery Smith (February 22, 1957 – October 10, 2020) Jeffery Edward Smith, age 63, passed away at home with his family by his side on October 10, 2020.  Jeff was born in Colver PA on February 22, 1957 and was the son of the late Thomas J. Smith and Yvonne (Davis) Smith. He graduated from New

Jacqueline A. Ris

Obituary Jacqueline A. Ris (July 3, 1958 – October 12, 2020) Jacqueline A. Ris, age 62, of Wernersville, PA, passed away Monday, October 12, 2020 at South Mountain Restoration Center. She was born July 3, 1958 in Michigan.  She is survived by her daughter, Ashley Ris of Hanover, PA and many brothers and sisters. She was preceded

Elmer G. “Jack” Miller, Jr.

Obituary Elmer G. “Jack” Miller, Jr. (July 16, 1930 ~ October 9, 2020)  Elmer G. “Jack” Miller, Jr, 90, passed away at home Friday, October 9, 2020. He was the husband of the late Jane Louise ((Witherow) Miller, married on June 12, 1954, his wife of 51years, who died on June 1, 2005. Jack was born July

Dale D. Campbell

Obituary Dale D. Campbell (June 21, 1924 ~ October 8, 2020) Dale D. Campbell, 96, passed away Thursday, October 8, 2020 at The Brethren Home Community.  He was the husband of the late Ruth Arlene (Bixler) Campbell, his wife of 70 years, who died on December 9, 2014. Dale was born June 21, 1924 in Ickesville, the

Carolyn Harris

Obituary Carolyn Harris (October 10, 1945 ~ October 9th, 2020) Carolyn J. Harris, 74 of Littlestown, formerly of Westminster, MD, died Friday October 9 at Wellspan York Hospital. She was the widow of G. David Harris who died in 1997.  Born October 10, 1945 in Cumberland, Md., she was the daughter of the late George

Ruth Neiderer

Obituary Ruth Neiderer (October 21, 1924 ~ October 9, 2020) Ruth Franklin Warner Neiderer, 94, of Littlestown died Friday, October 9, at UPMC Hanover Hospital. Ruth was the widow of Elmer Warner who died in 1970 and Ramon Neiderer who died in 1984. She was also predeceased by her longtime friend, Floyd Bull, in 2015.

Freddie C. Showers

Obituary Freddie C. Showers (October 23, 1941 – October 11, 2020) Freddie C. Showers, 78, passed at his home surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, October 11, 2020. He was the husband of Ruth Anna (Stambaugh) Showers, his wife of 60 years. Freddie was born October 23, 1941, in Gettysburg, the son of the late Charles

Anna C. Leatherman

Obituary Anna C. Leatherman (June 3, 1936 – October 9, 2020) Anna C. (Snyder) Leatherman, 84, of Gettysburg, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 9, 2020 at home. She was the loving wife of the late Earl W. Leatherman, Sr.; together they shared 64 years of marriage. Born Wednesday, June 3, 1936 in Gettysburg, she was a

James Marshall Landis

Obituary James Marshall Landis (October 18, 1932 – October 6, 2020) James Marshall Landis, Jr., 88, Fairfield, PA passed away Tuesday, October 6, 2020 at Paramount Healthcare, Fayetteville, PA. He was born October 18, 1931 at the Landis Family Farm in Fairfield, PA, the son of the late James Marshall and Mary Flohr Landis, Sr.

Richard D. “Dick” Herring

Obituary Richard D. “Dick” Herring (December 14, 1930 – October 5, 2020) Richard D. “Dick” Herring, 89, of Emmitsburg Rd., Gettysburg, PA died Monday, October 5, 2020 at Genesis Healthcare Gettysburg Center.Dick was the widower of Dorothy L. “Dottie” Appler Herring who died September 27, 1997. He was the son of the late John Herring

Richard E. Clower

Obituary Richard E. Clower (December 14, 1940 – October 4, 2020) Richard E. Clower, 79, of Fairfield, PA died Sunday evening, October 4, 2020 at the York Hospital. Born December 14, 1940 in Roanoke, VA he was the son of the late William and Helen (Jordan) Clower. He was the husband of Brenda (DelGiorno) Clower,

Brian David Warner

Obituary Brian David Warner (May 30, 1991 – October 5, 2020 Brian David Warner, age 29, passed away at York Hospital on October 5, 2020.  Brian was born on May 30, 1991, and was the son of Brett Warner and Michelle Miller. He graduated from Spring Grove Area High School Class of 2009. He was an avid

Donna A. Walter

Obituary Donna A. Walter (October 16, 1953 – October 6, 2020) Donna A. Walter, age 66, of Aspers, passed away Tuesday, October 6, 2020 in Gettysburg. She was born October 16, 1953 in Washington DC, District of Columbia, the daughter of the late Donald and Bonnie (Arrowood) Mawyer.  Donna graduated in the Class of 1971 from Largo

Willie L. Morton

Obituary Willie L. Morton (May 24, 1926 – October 6, 2020) Willie L. Morton, age 94, of Biglerville, passed away Tuesday, October 6, 2020 at Chambersburg Hospital. He was born May 24, 1926.  Professional services are entrusted to Dugan Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., Shippensburg. Arrangements are incomplete at this time.To plant a beautiful memorial tree in

All-American Tradition Builds for the Future

The football program features the oldest All-American tradition at Gettysburg College dating back more than a century to the team’s first national award winner in 1906. The tradition spans multiple generations for the Orange and Blue, but each nationally-recognized Bullet can look back on their time on the gridiron and easily identify the skills and

Building a Football Team in 2020

There might not be any games on the schedule this fall, but for the Gettysburg College football team that lack of competition has opened the door for an increased focus on improving techniques and the ability to invest in new methods of training. The days of seeing 100-plus players scattered in various position groups at Shirk

Monique Shearer

Obituary Monique Shearer (June 22, 1938 – October 4, 2020) Monique Shearer, 82 of Fairfield, PA went to be with the lord on Sunday, October 4, 2020. She was a faithful member of the Hawley Memorial Presbyterian Church in Blue Ride Summit, PA. Monique had been employed at the former Wax Museum in Gettysburg for

Karen Ann Patterson

Obituary Karen Ann Patterson (November 24, 1942 – October 3, 2020) Karen Patterson of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania died of cancer October 3, 2020 surrounded by her family. Karen is reunited in death with her husband of over 50 years, Ralf Patterson. She is survived by four children, eight grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren. Karen is remembered as

Donald J. Smith

Obituary Donald J. Smith (March 4, 1950 ~ October 3, 2020) Donald J. Smith, 70, passed peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, October 3, 2020.  He was the husband of Elizabeth A. “Betty” (Topper) Smith, his wife of 50 years. Don was born March 4, 1950, in New Oxford, the son of

Linda R. Reigel

Obituary Linda R. Reigel (October 31st, 1948 – October 3rd, 2020) Linda R. Riegel, 71, of Littlestown, died Saturday, October 3, at Genesis Health Care, Gettysburg. Linda was the widow of Teddy I Riegel who died March 31, 2007. Born October 31, 1948 in Gettysburg, she was the daughter of the late Raymond D. Pittenturf

Treva Leese

Obituary Treva Leese (December 22, 1928 – October 4, 2020) NEW OXFORD Treva A. (Loose) Leese, age 91, entered into God’s eternal care on Sunday, October 4, 2020, at the Brethren Home Community. Treva was the loving wife of the late Lester L. Leese, who passed away in 2010, whom she married on June 8, 1946.  Born on

Anne Mosebrook

Obituary Anne Mosebrook (June 17, 1943 – October 1, 2020) Anne M. (Runk) Mosebrook, age 77, passed away at home, with her family by her side, on October 1, 2020. She was the loving wife of Dennis R. Mosebrook; together they shared over 57 years of marriage.  Anne was born in Spring Grove on June 17, 1943

Kenneth V. Diveley

Obituary Kenneth V. Diveley (November 9, 1932 – October 2, 2020) Kenneth V. Diveley, age 87, of Cashtown, PA and Palatka, FL, passed away Friday, October 2, 2020 at York Hospital. He was born November 9, 1932 in Gettysburg, PA, the son of the late Victor B. and Naomi L. (Cutshall) Diveley.  Ken graduated from Biglerville High

Glenna E. Walde

Obituary Glenna E. Walde (January 1, 1930 – October 1, 2020) Glenna E. Walde, age 90, of Arendtsville, passed away peacefully Thursday, October 1, 2020 at Transitions Health Care in Gettysburg. She was born January 1, 1930 in McKnightstown, PA, the daughter of the late Orlis and Dora (Showers) Pyles.  Glenna graduated in the Class of 1948

Gladys B. Dorty

Obituary Gladys B. Dorty (February 17, 1921 – October 1, 2020) Gladys B. Dorty, age 99, of Shippensburg, passed away Thursday, October 1, 2020 at Laurel Lake Nursing Home in Chambersburg. She was born February 17, 1921 in Mercersburg, PA, to the daughter of the late Chester and Lillie (Hornbaker) Creager.  Gladys was employed by Dairy Farm

Leonard M. Sites

Obituary Leonard M. Sites (June 25, 1930 – September 29, 2020) Leonard M. Sites, 90 of Fairfield, PA passed away Tuesday, September 29, 2020 at Doey’s House in Hagerstown, MD. Born June 25, 1930 in Fairfield, he was the son of the late Arthur Mackley & Lillie Harmon (Sanders) Sites. Leonard was predeceased by his

William Hunter Ruppert Sr.

Obituary William Hunter Ruppert Sr. (February 21, 1939 – September 28, 2020) William Hunter Ruppert, Sr., 81, 489 Crum Road, Fairfield, Pennsylvania, passed away on Monday, September 28, 2020, surrounded by his family. He was born February 21, 1939, in Washington, D.C., the son of the late Raymond Robert and Elizabeth Miller Hunter Ruppert, Sr.

Betty R. (Gathy) Giannotto

Obituary Betty R. (Gathy) Giannotto (January 1, 1941 ~ September 26, 2020) Betty R. (Gathy) Giannotto, 79, passed Saturday, September 26, 2020, at ManorCare Kingston Ct.  She was the wife of the late John Giannotto, who died in 2004, and the companion of the late Donald B. Larson, who died in 2015. Betty was born January 1,

Diana W. Spamer

Obituary Diana W. Spamer (February 2, 1947 – September 30, 2020)  Diana W. Spamer, 73, of Littlestown, died Wednesday, Sept 30, at her home.  She was the wife of Ernest K. Spamer of Littlestown for 23 years.  Born Feb 2, 1947 in Lost River, WV, she was the daughter of the late Molly Whetzel. Diana

Doris P. Staub

Obituary Doris P. Staub (January 17, 1925 ~ September 27, 2020) Doris P. “Dook” Staub, 95, of Hanover, entered into God’s eternal care on Sunday, September 27, 2020 at Hanover Hall Nursing Center. She was the wife of Frederick C. Staub who died May 2003.  Born January 17, 1925 in McSherrystown, she was the daughter of

Natalie D. Craft

Obituary Natalie D. Craft (April 25, 1967 – September 30, 2020) Natalie Dawn Craft, age 53, passed away Wednesday, September 30, 2020 surrounded by her family at her home in Chambersburg. She was born April 25, 1967 in Texerkana, AR, the daughter of Helen (Art) Dudney and the late Thomas Dudney.  Natalie attended Chambersburg High School. She

Michael L. Armstrong

Obituary Michael L. Armstrong (June 26, 1982 – September 28, 2020) Michael L. Armstrong (Big Mike), age 38, of Gettysburg, passed away suddenly Monday, September 28, 2020 at his home. He was born June 26, 1982 in Hanover, PA, the son of Oswald and Janice (Brantley) Armstrong.  Michael graduated in the Class of 2001 from Biglerville High

Grace B. Shultz

Obituary Grace B. Shultz (January 26, 1933 – September 28, 2020) Grace B. Shultz, 87 of Gettysburg, PA passed away at her home on Monday, September 28, 2020 after a long illness. Born January 26, 1933 in Fairfield, PA she was the daughter of the late Alvin Paul & Bertha Ellen (Jacoby) Cassatt. Grace was

Charles W. Biddle

Obituary Charles W. Biddle (August 15, 1950 – September 25, 2020) Charles W. Biddle, 70, Gettysburg, PA passed away suddenly at his home on Friday, September 25, 2020. He was born August 15, 1950 in Bellefonte, PA the son of the late William T. and Anna Mae Lyons Biddle. On April 29th 1989 in Middletown,

Susan Lynn Kennedy Lawson

Obituary Susan Lynn Kennedy Lawson (August 17, 1974 – September 25, 2020) Mrs. Susan Lynn Kennedy Lawson, 46, of Thomasville, passed away at the Hospice of the Piedmont in High Point on Friday, September 25, 2020. She was born Chester County, August 17, 1974, to Thu Thi Ha Kennedy and Theodore Randolph Kennedy. Susan was

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