Obituaries

Jennie M. Mathews, 66, Gettysburg, PA passed away on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at the York Hospital. She was born December 24, 1957 in Baltimore, MD the daughter of the late Nelson O. Brooks and Anna Maranto Brooks. Jennie was a graduate of North Harford High School. Mrs. Mathews was an animal lover who also

Janeita Kay James, 85, of Gettysburg, PA died Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at the Gettysburg Hospital. Born March 1, 1939 in Carbondale, CO she was the daughter of the late Clifford and Thelma James. Ms. James worked security for the Motorola Company in Illinois for a number of years. Janeita was a veteran of both

John L. Seilhamer, Jr., 81, of Gettysburg, PA, died August 3, 2024, at the Gettysburg Hospital. He was born October 4, 1942, in Chambersburg, the son of the late J. LeRoy and Dorothy (Cool) Seilhamer. John is survived by his wife of 59 years, Judith S. “Judy” (Shreiner) Seilhamer and two children, Michael J. Seilhamer

Harriet (Welch) Noye, 85, of Fairfield, PA, passed away on Friday, August 2, 2024 at the Suncoast Hospice Care Center in Palm Harbor, FL. Harriet was born October 31, 1938, in Washington, D.C., to the late H. Mason Welch and Mary (Crawley) Welch. She is survived by her brother, James Welch (Lee), her daughters, Nicolette

Carolyn Cadle Lower, 96, Biglerville, PA passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, August 4, 2024 surrounded by her family. She was born December 22, 1927 in Frederick, MD the daughter of the late Dr. William R. Cadle and Carolyn Edwards Cadle of Emmitsburg, MD. Carolyn was a 1945 graduate of the University of

Jay C. Black, age 59, of Biglerville, passed away August 1, 2024 at home. He was born February 16, 1965 in Gettysburg t… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Marjorie Ann Perez, 80, 125 Gun Club Road, York Springs, PA passed away at her home on Monday, July 29, 2024. She was born June 28, 1944 in Gettysburg, PA the daughter of the late Stephen and Dorothy Abel Wagaman. Marjorie was a former member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, and graduated from St.

Janet L. Nenninger, age 93, of Shippensburg, passed away July 28, 2024 at home. She was born July 18, 1931 in Letterken… For the complete obituary, please click here.

harles E. “Chuck” Comer, 93 formerly of Fairfield, PA passed away at his home in Frisco, Texas on July 16, 2024. Born May 05, 1931 in Ladiesburg, Maryland, he was the son of the late Edward F. & Marie Pauline (Starner) Comer. Chuck is survived by his wife, Carol M. Comer, four children, Stanley and

Stephen Lee Miller of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, formerly of Ellicott City, Maryland, passed away at his home on July 18, 2024, with his wife by his side. Steve is survived by his beloved wife, Donna Miller; by his son, Charles Brian Yaeger and daughter-in-law, Elizabeth (Beth) Yaeger, and two grandchildren, Brayden Yaeger and Bailey Yaeger, of

Betty Gloria (Fowler) Shindledecker, 89 of Fayetteville, PA passed away on July 27, 2024 surrounded by her loving family after a short illness. She was born December 14, 1934 in Brooklyn, New York to Edward and Alice Fowler. She was predeceased by two daughters, Debbie and Cindy Shindledecker, her husband, Wayne “Ike” Shindledecker and her

Richard Gottshall Moyer, 79, of Biglerville, formerly of Pottstown, and former longtime resident of Royersford, passed a… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Darryl Thomas Reed, age 60, passed away on July 26, 2024, at his home in Gardners, PA. He was born on September 1, 1963 … For the complete obituary, please click here.

John Richard Felix, 56, of Gettysburg, passed away unexpectedly on July 20, 2024. He was the loving husband of Kathryn M. Felix for 27 years. Born January 16, 1968, in Johnstown, PA, he was the devoted son of Elaine Marie Michels and the late Ronald Herbert Felix.John’s greatest joys in life were spending time with

William Godfrey Woodson, age 69, passed away on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at Lancaster Nursing and Rehabilitation. W… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Viola Mae (McGlaughlin) Miller, 89 of Gettysburg, PA passed away at the Gettysburg Hospital on Saturday, July 20, 2024. Born January 27, 1935 in Fairfield, PA she was the daughter of the late Ralph & Leila (Warren) McGlaughlin. Viola was predeceased by her husband of 61 years, Jack R. Miller, who died December 06, 2015.

Peter S. Carmichael, 58 of Gettysburg, PA passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2024 at the York Hospital. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:30 AM on Saturday, July 27, 2024 at Christ Lutheran Church, 30 Chambersburg St. Gettysburg, PA. The family will receive friends at the church on Friday, July 26th from 5:00-7:00

Anna “Ann” Louise (Davis) Deckert, 80 of Gettysburg passed away on July 20, 2024 at the Gettysburg Hospital after a long illness. Born on October 26, 1943 in Gettysburg, she was the second child of Betty Kroushour Leonard and Lester Davis. She was the wife of James H. Deckert of Gettysburg and mother of two

Nancy M. Defeo, 86, of Biglerville, PA died Tuesday morning, July 16, 2024 at the Gettysburg Hospital. Born August 4, 1937 in Tarentum, PA she was the daughter of the late William and Mary (Hudak) Stahl. She was the wife of John J. Defeo, Jr. of Biglerville to whom she was married for 56 years.

We are celebrating the extraordinary life of a beloved member of the Gettysburg community Pat Crowner. She was named Betty Jo when she was born on November 23, 1940 to Hazel Elizabeth (Tucker) and Thomas Joseph “Joe” Flamm in Springfield, Illinois. She was not fond of her given name and as a young girl changed

Merle “Pack Rat” Cassatt, Jr., 65, Orrtanna, PA passed away on Saturday, June 29, 2024 at his home. He was born December 27, 1958 in Gettysburg, PA the son of the late Merle Cassatt, Sr. and Ilene Punt Cassatt. Merle was employed at International Paper for 31 years retiring in 2010. He was a member

ane Riley Green, 93 of Gettysburg, PA passed away on Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at Transitions Healthcare after a long illness. Born in Gettysburg on September 28, 1930, she was the daughter of the late James F. & Margaret A. (Miller) Riley. Jane was predeceased by her husband of fifty-five years, Robert F. Green, who

Patricia A. Behre, 90, Gettysburg, PA, and formerly of Chatham, NJ, passed away Saturday July 13, 2024 at SpiriTrust at Luther Ridge, Chambersburg, PA. She was born June 5, 1934 in Orange, NJ the daughter of the late Frederick and Anna Meldrum Quinn. Patricia’s husband, Charles Behre died in 2015. Mrs. Behre was a 1952

Edward R. Wenschhof, Sr., 76, Fairfield, PA passed away on Saturday, July 13, 2024 at his home. He was born August 12, 1947 in Gettysburg, PA. He was the son of the late Robert and Doris (Frock) Wenschhof. Edward is survived by his wife, Patricia (Hess) Wenschhof, to whom he was married 58 years. Ed

Alice M. Williams, 86, New Oxford, PA entered into God’s eternal care on Friday, July 12, 2024 at the Brethren Home in New Oxford, PA. She was born November 28, 1937 in Franklin Township, Adams County, PA the daughter of the late Paul and Margaret Harbold McDannell. Alice is survived by her husband Kenneth E.

Viola P. “Susie” Breighner NA… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Shelby Jean Schultz, 87, of Gettysburg, “slipped the surly bonds of earth to touch the face of God” on July 7 at Paramount Senior Living, Fayetteville, PA, her residence since January 2020. She was born November 20, 1936 in Adams County, the daughter of Jacob and Blanche (Pine) Herman. Shelby is survived by a son,

Ricky “Rick” Lee Dietrich, age 54, of Carlisle, passed away on Sunday, July 7, 2024 at UPMC Carlisle Regional Medical Ce… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Cora Pauline Sherman, age 91, of Newville, passed away on Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at Green Ridge Village in Newville. S… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Robert “Bob” Rhoads, of Gettysburg passed away in his sleep at the age of 74 years old on July 6, 2024, due to complications from Parkinson’s disease. Bob leaves behind his beloved wife of 40 years, Janice Rhoads; daughter, Joanna Vaughn and husband Geoff of Holland, PA; son Tyler Rhoads and wife Liz of Gettysburg,

Lance M. Ohler, 65, passed away on the evening of Friday, July 5, 2024 at his home. Born January 16, 1959 in Gettysburg, PA he was the son of the late Fern R. & Dorothy A. (Sanders) Ohler. He was a long time member of the Greenmount Fire Department, a member of the Gettysburg Eagles

onnie L. Hutchison, 65, of Gettysburg, PA passed away at the York Hospital after a long illness on Saturday, July 6, 2024 with her husband by her side holding her hand. Born August 25, 1958 in Gettysburg, she was the daughter of Alice (Kump) Black of Wenksville, PA and the late Charles F. Black. Connie

Vera M. Mayberry, age 88, formerly of Aspers, passed away on July 6, 2024 at Spirit Trust Lutheran Home of Utz Terrace i… For the complete obituary, please click here.

George Rummel Sr., age 93 of York Springs, passed away July 6, 2024 at home. Professional services have been entrusted t… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Melvin G. “Moe” Mathna, Sr., age 75 of Orrstown, passed away July 6, 2024 at Chambersburg Nursing and Rehabilitation. H… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Gary E. Harbaugh, 60, of Fairfield, PA passed away on Friday, June 28, 2024 at the Gardens of Gettysburg. Born September 27, 1963 to the late Roy D. Harbaugh, Sr. and Charity “Millie” (Bobo) Harbaugh in Gettysburg, PA. Gary graduated from Fairfield High School in 1983. He worked at the H.A.R.T. Center in New Oxford

Sharon Tina Hunter, 69, of Gardners, PA, passed away on Saturday, June 29, 2024 at the Chambersburg Hospital. Born May 23, 1955 in Gettysburg, PA, to Ward S. Shields and the late Linda (Mickley) Shields. Sharon graduated from Gettysburg High School class of 1973. She was the manager of the Book and Card Corner for

James G. Weikert, 74, Gettysburg, PA passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at his home surrounded by family. He was born February 16, 1950 in Gettysburg, PA the son of the late Willard “Jake” Weikert and Virginia Arnold Weikert. Jim is survived by his wife Dianne Reisinger Weikert of 48+ years. Jim was a

Dorothy Agnes Wortz, 97, Chambersburg, PA passed away on Thursday, July 4, 2024 at SpiriTrust at Luther Ridge in Chambersburg, PA. She was born October 18, 1926 in Gettysburg, PA, the daughter of the late Lester and Alverta Babylon Wherley. She was predeceased by her husband, Bryant William Wortz. Dorothy was a member of Mt.

Kenneth T. Culp, 89, of Biglerville, passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at the Chambersburg Hospital. Born August 11, 1934 in Adams County to the late, Roy Culp and Marian (Taylor) Culp. Ken graduated from Gettysburg High School in the class of 1952. He spent his whole life as a farmer in the Biglerville

Wilbur C. Varian, Jr., 100, of New Oxford, PA passed away Thursday morning, June 27, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Born January 9, 1924 in Columbia, PA he was the son of the late Wilbur C. and Janet (Shannon) Varian, Sr. He was the husband of Barbara (Zartman) Varian to whom

Jerome David Keating, Sr., 97, of Gettysburg, PA passed away peacefully, Sunday, June 9, 2024, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Born October 3, 1926, in Jersey City, NJ, he was the son of the late Michael and Agnes (Coffey) Keating. He was the husband of the late Patricia (Redman) Keating who passed

Eileen C. Durkan (Cosgrove), 77, of Gettysburg, PA passed away on June 29, 2024 surrounded by her children. Fittingly, Eileen’s passing came on the 55th Anniversary of her wedding to her beloved late husband, John, who predeceased her by one year. Eileen is survived by her children, Eileen White (Christopher), Maureen Yagesh (Christopher), John, Jr.

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Lois Jane Payne, 84, N. Main Street, Biglerville, PA passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at Genesis Gettysburg Center, a day before her 85th birthday. She was born June 26, 1939 in Gardners, PA the daughter of the late John and Nora (Bream) Smick. Lois is survived by her husband of 67 years, William

Gary A. Johnston, age 80 of Shippensburg, passed away June 25, 2024 at Carlisle Skilled Nursing. He was born October 20… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Doris Ethyl Menchey, 93, of Hanover, PA passed away at home on June 19, 2024. She was the loving wife of the late Howard David Menchey for 28 years. Born March 27, 1931, in Hanover, PA, she was the devoted daughter of the late George and Beulah Wolf.Doris was a proud homemaker who enjoyed cooking,

Janet (Sixeas) Rice, formerly of Gettysburg, died on Saturday, June 15, 2024 at Primrose Assisted Living in Kokomo, IN. She was born in Waynesboro, PA, the daughter of the late Nelson & Hazel (Zimmerman) Sixeas, Janet was preceded in death by her husband, William D. Rice, who died in 1976. Janet is survived by her

Joseph M. “Joe” Johnson, 76, of Gettysburg, passed away peacefully at Penn State Health Holy Spirit Hospital, Monday, June 17, 2024 in Camp Hill PA. Born, September 9th, 1947, in Clinton Illinois, he was the son of Helen I. (Farnsworth) and Joseph E. Johnson. Joe graduated from Clinton High School Class of 1965 and accepted

Dale Baxter Shade, 81, of Gettysburg, PA died Wednesday morning, June 19, 2024, at the Gettysburg Hospital.  Born March 10, 1943, in Dover, NH, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Marie V. (Kelley) Baxter. She was the wife of LTC William L. Shade US Army Retired.  Upon graduation from high school, she

Melissa S. Reynolds, 40, of McSherrystown, PA died suddenly Friday, June 21, 2024 at her home. Born June 29, 1983 in Carlisle, PA she was the daughter of Julia Ann Reynolds and step daughter to Allen Wolfe. Melissa was a 2001 graduate of Bermudian Springs High School. She formerly worked at Cornerstoner in the billing

John E. Coffin, 85, Orrtanna, PA passed away on Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at the Gettysburg Hospital. He was born May 20, 1939 in Rumney, N.H. the son of the late Lester and Mildred Camp Coffin. John was a self-employed house painter for most of his career, but later he worked at Gettysburg College in

John Thomas Gilboy, 09/19/1949 – 06/22/2024 aged 74. Son of Francis Thomas Gilboy and Virginia Houlihan Gilboy of Scranton, PA. Tom was married to and beloved by his wife Lynda Gilboy for 40 years. Their son Charles S. Hills and wife Stacia W. Hills of Johns and Wadmalaw Islands, South Carolina. They had one grandson

Earl “Richard” Hartlaub, 97, passed away in Largo, FL, on June 13, 2024. Richard was born December 22, 1926 in Adams County, PA to the late Clarence and Margaret (Whisler) Hartlaub. Richard was a computer analyst for the federal government who retired at 43 years old. He served in the Army from 1945-1947. He was

Elaine Murdoch MacLellan, age 89, of Fairfield, PA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 6, 2024, at her home. Born October 12, 1934, in Baltimore, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late H. Patrick and Grace I. (Butler) Murdoch. Elaine was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Laurence “Herbert” MacLellan. A

nne Lawrence Black, 76 formerly of Hanover, PA passed away at York South Skilled Nursing Center on Monday, June 24, 2024 after a long illness. Born September 30, 1947 in Hanover, PA she was the daughter of the late Paul Edgar & Lorraine (Gouker) Lawrence. Anne was a 1965 graduate of Delone Catholic High School

Phyllis Hauck Price, age 79 of Arendtsville, passed away on June 21, 2024, at Gettysburg Hospital. She was born April 20… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Janice Mae Keller, 86, of Gettysburg, PA, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at the Paramount Senior Living Center, surrounded by family. Born January 10, 1938 in Gettysburg, PA, she was the loving wife of Carl L. Keller, Sr., who passed away on February 4 of this year. Janice graduated from Gettysburg High

argaret L. Orner, 88 of Fairfield, PA passed away on Friday, June 14, 2024 at her home. Born in Gettysburg, PA on August 5, 1935, she was the daughter of the late J. Harry & Mary (Lowe) Kane. Margaret was predeceased by her husband, Richard L. Orner, Sr., who died in 1993. She was a

Alfred N. Shapiro, 82, Aspers, PA passed away on Friday, June 14, 2024 at the Harrisburg Hospital. He was born February 8, 1942 in Alexandria, VA the son of the late David and Iva Apperson Shapiro. Alfred is survived by his wife, Barbara Riley Shapiro. Mr. Shapiro was a logistics Officer for the Federal Government

Joyce A. Gardner, Orrtanna, PA passed away suddenly on Thursday, June 6, 2024 in Frederick, MD. She was born April 29, 1968 in Hagerstown, MD the daughter of Edwin L. Kennan and Joan of Paw Paw, W. VA. and Patsy Starky of Keyser, W. VA. Joyce is survived by her husband of 9 years, Mitchell

Mildred “Millie” M. Yeager, passed away on June 12, 2024 at Transitions Health Care in Gettysburg, PA. She was 79 years … For the complete obituary, please click here.

Paul N. Starner, Jr. age 80, passed away on Friday, June 14, 2024 at Transitions Healthcare in Gettysburg. He was born F… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Doris “Nanny” Elizabeth Hartzel, age 94, of Arendtsville, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 15, 2024 at Gettysbur… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Sean Anthony Jerome, age 54, passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2024 in Chambersburg, PA. He was born on September 23, 1969… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Lauren Elizabeth Dolly, 35, of Chambersburg, PA, passed away suddenly on Sunday, June 9, 2024. She was born April 24, 1989 in Hershey, PA to Scot and Suzanne (Kerlin) Dolly. Lauren was a 2007 graduate of Gettysburg High School, and a 2012 graduate of Shippensburg College where she received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. Most

. Juene (Alban) McGlaughlin, 94 of Gettysburg, PA passed away on Monday, June 10, 2024 at the Gettysburg Hospital. Born in Hanover, PA on June 1, 1930, she was the daughter of the late Clarence Franklin & Sylvia (Markle) Alban. Juene was predeceased by her husband, Lawrence Edward “Tom” McGlaughlin, who died in 2009. She