Obituaries

Charles B. Bender, Jr., 93, Lancaster, PA formerly of Gettysburg, PA passed away on Thursday, June 6, 2024 at Trillium Place in Lancaster, PA. He was born November 14, 1930 in York, PA and was preceded in death by his father Charles B Bender, Sr., his mother Sara Spangler Bender, his sister Nancy (Bender) Slaybaugh,

Vicki Lynn Fraley, 56, of Gettysburg, PA, passed away suddenly at the Wellspan Gettysburg Hospital on Sunday, June 9, 2024. Born July 23, 1967 in Gettysburg, PA to Kenneth Fraley and Judy (Rentsel) Kemper. Vicki joined the U.S. Army in the delayed entry program immediately after high school. She had a beautiful singing voice and

Robert “Bob” David Mackey, age 77, of Shippensburg, passed away on Sunday, June 9, 2024 at UPMC Carlisle Regional Medica… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Ellen Jean Sites, age 82 of Fairfield, passed away June 9, 2024 at home, surrounded by her family. She was born Septemb… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Raimundo Oquendo-Rios, age 95, of Shippensburg, passed away on Sunday, June 9, 2024 at Chambersburg Skilled Nursing and … For the complete obituary, please click here.

Andrew J. De Cusati, 62, of Fairfield, PA passed away on Tuesday, June 4th, 2024 at Gettysburg Hospital after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. He was the beloved husband of 22 years to Lisa (Mattson) De Cusati. Andy was born in New Haven, CT on May 12th, 1962 and was the son of the

Daniel R. Sherman, 67, of Gettysburg, PA passed away Wednesday morning, June 5, 2024 at the Penn State Hershey Medical Center surrounded by family following a lengthy courageous fight with cancer. Born October 28, 1956 in Graceville, MN, he was the son of the late Darlene Harvey and Henry Powlish, and the adopted son of

Shirley K. DeHaas, 89, Gettysburg, PA passed away on Thursday, June 6, 2024 at Genesis – Gettysburg Center. She was born October 12, 1934 in Gettysburg, PA. Shirley was raised by her mother, Mary Rudisill and her grandparents, Andy and Annie Flickinger. Shirley is survived by her husband of 69 years, C. William DeHaas. Mrs.

Shelley A. Hartlaub, age 63, of Dillsburg, passed away June 3, 2024 at Northern Dauphin Nursing and Rehabilitation. She… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Mary Ellen Gochenauer, age 93, passed away on Thursday, June 6, 2024 at her home in Spring Grove. Professional services … For the complete obituary, please click here.

Janice E. Mellinger, age 88 of Fayetteville, passed away on Friday, June 7, 2024 at Transitions Healthcare in Gettysburg… For the complete obituary, please click here.

ammy Lynn Shaffer Knox, 57 of Orrtanna, PA passed away at The Gettysburg Hospital on Monday, June 3, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born August 25, 1966 in Gettysburg, PA she was the daughter of the late Marvin & Janet (Black) Shaffer. Tammy served as the office manager for the Fayetteville Fire Co. for

John Herman Karsseboom, 77, of New Oxford, PA, passed away at home on May 30, 2024. Born February 6, 1947, John was the devoted son of the late Carl, Sr and Mildred (Ulrich) Karsseboom.John served his country in the United States Air Force from 1965-1969 during Vietnam. He loved classic cars, playing cards, and most

Shirley E. Harbaugh, beloved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and friend to many, passed away on May 30th, 2024 in her hometown of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania at the age of 78. She was born on October 3rd, 1945 to loving parents, George and Jean (Lentz) Fox, who instilled in her a strong sense of compassion and resilience.

Terry L. Hartle, 75 of Fairfield passed away, Sunday morning, June 2, 2024 at the York Hospital after a brave struggle against aggressive renal carcinoma. Born May 3, 1949 in Detour, MD Terry was the son of the late Cecil K. and Helen R. (Starlipper) Hartle. After spending his early childhood in Emmitsburg, MD, Terry’s

JoAnn Rinehart, 89, of Gettysburg, PA passed away Thursday, May 30, 2024 at Transitions Healthcare, Gettysburg, PA. She was born April 6, 1935 in Los Angeles, CA. She is predeceased by her parents, Carl William Wilburn and Anna Martina Anderson; brothers, Jack Wilburn and David Wilburn, sister, Norma Jean Stoval, daughter, Deborah Dolan and first

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Linda Susan (Radtke) Greeneltch, 61, of Gettysburg, passed away on Sunday, May 26, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Linda was born April 23, 1963, in Chicago, Il to the late William and Joan (Gudinas) Radtke. In her early years she was a talented musician and played several different instruments, participated in marching band, and

Eugene Glenroy Mortorff, age 70 of East Berlin, passed away on May 25, 2024, at Inners Creek Nursing Home in Dallastown,… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Carl “Butch” E. Rexroth, Jr., age 72, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 26, 2024 surrounded by his family at his hom… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Rose Marie McMaster, 84, of Hanover, PA passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family, May 23, 2024. Born March 3, 1940 in Hanover, PA she was the daughter of the late Albert and Gerardine (Carbaugh) Kaehler. She was the loving wife to her husband Robert J. McMaster of Hanover to whom she

Christopher P. Richardson, 56, of Waynesboro, PA passed away on Friday, May 24, 2024 at the Waynesboro Hospital. Chris was born October 14, 1967 to the late Delmar and Tynia (Trembow) Richardson in Gettysburg, PA. Chris is preceded in death by his parents, Delmar and Tynia Richardson and his brother, Greg Richardson. He is survived

Brenda Jackson Liu, born August 5, 1945, passed away on May 26 2024 at Gettysburg Hospital, age 78. She lived a life filled with adventure. Born in Shawinigan, Quebec, Canada. She was always on the move with family. Her father, George Jackson, a Minnesotan, an engineer who builds paper mills around the U.S., Canada, and

Mary Louise Swope, age 93, of Shippensburg, passed away Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at Sarah Todd Nursing Home. She was born… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Joanne Elaine Sease, age 66 of Gettysburg, passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2024 at York Hospital.  Final arrangeme… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Richard S. Deardorff, 74, of Orrtanna, PA died Monday morning, May 20, 2024 at the Gettysburg Hospital. Born January 18, 1950 in Gettysburg he was the son of the late Ray and Geraldine (Kimple) Deardorff. He was the husband of Debra I. (Taylor) Deardorff of Orrtanna to whom he was married to for 50 years.

Deborah E. Riley, 66, of Gettysburg, PA passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2024 at her home surrounded by family. She was born July 5, 1957 to the late Donald & Louise Shultz in Hanover, PA. Deb’s true love in life was spending time with her family. She loved spoiling her grandchildren and showering them

Chad David Sprankle, 45, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, May 18, 2024 after a courageous battle with Multiple System Atrophy (MSA). He was born on August 31, 1978 in Gettysburg, PA to Denice & the late Allen Sprankle. Chad was a loving husband to his wife Ashley, amazing father to his daughter Lily,

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Teresa A. Kashauer, age 70, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at Encompass Health Care in Mechanicsburg, PA. She w… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Paul Eugene Gill passed away surrounded by family on Friday, May 17th at the Chambersburg Hospital.Paul was born on Octo… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Phillip C. Stouffer, age 89, of Shippensburg, passed away May 19, 2024. He was born May 3, 1935 in Mongul to the late D… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Evelio Perez was a caring husband, father, grandpa, brother, uncle and friend. He left this world suddenly on May 7, 2024 at age 64. He was born in Havana, Cuba. He met his wife, Debbie, at a young age and they were together for 45 years. They had two children Dana (Peter) and Ziggy (Shantelle).

Vann H. Hinton, 64, Gettysburg, PA passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at UPMC West Shore Hospital. He was born July 26, 1959 in Portsmouth, VA the son of Elaine Snyder Hinton of Suffolk, VA and the late Guy Hinton, Sr.. Vann is survived by his wife (of 40 years), Natalie Barlowe Hinton. Mr.

Glenn “Skip” Heller passed away on Sunday at Paramount Sr. Living just three days after his 85th birthday. He was born in Adams County on May 9, 1939 to the late Glenn W. and Anna (Wilson) Heller. Skip graduated from Gettysburg High School where he met his wife, Nancy, and they have shared almost sixty-five

Dr. William H. Hinkle passed away on May 8, 2024 at home. He was born on July 6, 1941 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. He was the son of the late Elizabeth A. Hinkle and the late George D. Hinkle, Sr.. He is survived by his wife, Patty Boyer Hinkle and their sons Dr. David A. Hinkle

Vandessa Meda Johnson, born April 3, 1972, in Washington, DC, age 52, survived by her 4 children Joshua Johnson, Brandon Johnson, David Johnson, and Mei’Lani Johnson, her mother, Meda Johnson, and sister, Zeanyanna Johnson. Vandessa Johnson, of Gettysburg Pa, passed away suddenly in her home on May 10, 2024. She was a strong single mother

E.C. Anderson, Jr., age 83, of Aspers, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 10, 2024 surrounded by his family in Aspers… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Harold F. “Cy” Tuckey, age 87 of Atlanta, GA, formerly of Arendtsville, passed away Sunday, May 12, 2024 at Grady Memori… For the complete obituary, please click here.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our sweet baby boy Bentley Boaz Jefferson. He was born and tragi… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Antonio “Tony” Rivera, Jr., age 72, passed away on May 12, 2024 at Chambersburg Hospital. He was born on September 8, 19… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Deborah E. Wright, age 66 of Newburg, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 12, 2024 at Hershey Medical Center. She was… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Dean Edward Carey, Jr., 71, of Orrtanna, PA, died suddenly at his home on Tuesday morning, May 7, 2024. Born April 30, 1953, in Gettysburg, PA, he was the son of the late Dean E. and Beatrice (Topper) Carey. He was the husband of Susan K. (Leach) Carey. The two were able to spend their

Susan C. Stallsmith, 76, Gardners, PA passed away on Friday May 3, 2024. She was born May 27, 1947 in Aberdeen, WA the daughter of the late Robert and Roberta Bowlby. Her husband John R. Stallsmith died in 1999. Susan was a member of St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Harrisburg, PA. She graduated from Penn

Anthony Ray Hull, 59, of Fairfield died on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at the Laurel Lakes Nursing Home in Chambersburg, PA. Born October 4, 1964 at the Waynesboro Hospital to his late father, Harold Ray Hull, who died in 2011, and his surviving mother, Shirley N. (Eyler) Hull. Anthony graduated from Fairfield High School in

enise E. Lockwood, 72 of Fairfield, PA passed away on Friday, May 3, 2024 at The Gettysburg Hospital. Born March 17, 1952 in Nashua, NH she was the daughter of Lorraine G. (Dion) Vaillancourt of Nashua, NH and the late Rosaire A. Vaillancourt. Denise was predeceased by her husband, Charles J. Lockwood, Jr. who died

Elianna Mae Kennedy-Graves, infant daughter of Bryce Alexander Kennedy and Zoe Nikole Graves, passed away May 4, 2024 at… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Mary “Teresa” (Redding) Speelman, 88, of Gettysburg, passed away on Friday, May 3, 2024, at the Cross Keys Brethren Home in New Oxford. Born May 12, 1935, in Gettysburg, she was the daughter of the late Leo and Margaurite (Storm) Redding. M. Teresa is predeceased by her husband, Stanley Speelman, who died in 2002. She

Kenneth “Tim” Sease, 76, of Orrtanna, PA passed away May 1, 2024 from cancer. Born March 24, 1948, he was the son of the late Kenneth B. and Betty J. (Fox) Sease. He is survived by his companion of 43 years Sharon Dillon, Sharon’s daughter, Jennifer Dillon and her son Craig Hartzel (Kelsey) and their

Catherine Q. Perry, age 48, of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, returned to God peacefully on Saturday, 13 April 2024 after a courageous five-year battle with breast cancer. She was surrounded at bedside by her immediate and extended family in Alamo, California. Catherine was born in Mountainview, California on 15 May 1975, the youngest of eight children in

Patricia Lee Topian, age 77, Arendtsville, passed away on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 with her husband by her side at their … For the complete obituary, please click here.

Raymond Yeager Sr., age 91 passed away on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at Transitions Healthcare in Gettysburg, PA. He was bor… For the complete obituary, please click here.

rnest R. “Ernie” Shriver, 84 of Fairfield, PA passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at Homewood at Plum Creek. Born July 19, 1939 in Harrisburg, PA he was the son of the late Norman J. Shriver and Katherine Durboraw. Ernie is survived by his wife, Linda (Harbaugh) Shriver, to whom he enjoyed 50

Helen Louise Bair, age 72, passed away on Saturday April 27, 2024 at her home in Gettysburg with her daughters by her si… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Susan Jane Bender, age 81, passed away on Monday, April 29, 2024 at SpiritTrust Lutheran Village in Gettysburg, PA. Fune… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Troy Rick Heininger, 50, of Gettysburg, PA, passed away on April 25, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born July 1, 1973, in York, PA, he was the loving son of Rick Heininger and his wife Jeanne as well as his mother Bonnie Heininger. In addition to his parents, Troy is survived by his daughter,

rnest R. “Ernie” Shriver, 84 of Fairfield, PA passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at Homewood at Plum Creek. Born July 19, 1939 in Harrisburg, PA he was the son of the late Norman J. Shriver and Katherine Durboraw. Ernie is survived by his wife, Linda (Harbaugh) Shriver, to whom he enjoyed 50

Mervin D. Weikert Jr. Biglerville PA entered God’s eternal care Sunday, April 21, 2024 at home with his loving family by his side. Born August 5, 1933 in Two Taverns. The son of the late Mervin Sr and Katie (Breighner) Weikert. Merv was the loving husband of Helen F (Martin) Weikert with whom he shared

Richard J. “Dick” Neiderer, 78, of Hanover, PA died suddenly Saturday afternoon, April 20, 2024 at his home. Born September 3, 1945 in Hanover, PA he was the son of the late Norbert and Arline (Billman) Neiderer. He was preceded in death by his first wife Barbara A. (Garrett) Neiderer who died October 13, 2010

Manuel, “Nin” or “Sam” Santos Nieves-Santiago, Sr., age 86, of McSherrystown, passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2024 at W… For the complete obituary, please click here.

William “Bill” Shriner Jr, 78, of Orrtanna, passed away on April 12th, 2024. He died surrounded by his family after a long and tough battle with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Bill was born on December 2nd, 1945 to the late Katherine and William Shriner Sr. He was a proud father and devoted husband. He shared 47

Wayne Edward Boyer, age 64, passed away at home surrounded by his family on Friday, April 19, 2024 in East Berlin, PA. H… For the complete obituary, please click here.

William “Bill” Shriner Jr, 78, of Orrtanna, passed away on April 12th, 2024. He died surrounded by his family after a long and tough battle with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Bill was born on December 2nd, 1945 to the late Katherine and William Shriner Sr. He was a proud father and devoted husband. He shared 47

Glenn Abram Wenger, Jr., age 81, passed away on April 15, 2024. Professional Services are entrusted to Dugan Funeral Hom… For the complete obituary, please click here.

William “Bill” Shriner Jr, 78, of Orrtanna, passed away on April 12th, 2024. He died surrounded by his family after a long and tough battle with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Bill was born on December 2nd, 1945 to the late Katherine and William Shriner Sr. He was a proud father and devoted husband. He shared 47

Debra Anne DeFrancesco, age 61 of Chambersburg, passed away April 11, 2024 at WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital. She was b… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Sylvia M. Hartlaub, age 83, of Camp Hill, passed away April 12, 2024 at The Gardens of West Shore. She was born Novembe… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Edward John “Ed” McClelland, 74, of New Oxford, PA, passed away on March 13, 2024 surrounded by his family. He was born to John and Helvi McClelland in Evanston, IL, on May 1, 1949. Ed served in the Marines for 4 years, where he was a member of the Drum and Bugle Corps. Throughout his

Robert Carl Spalding, 71, Gettysburg, PA passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2024 at the Gettysburg Hospital. He was born June 22, 1952 in Alexandria, VA the son of the late Carl Lynn and Josephine Goodson Spalding. Bob is survived by his wife Karen Breighner Spalding. Until his retirement, Bob was Vice President of American

James Franklin Green (“Jim”), 80, of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, entered into the hands of the Lord, and the open arms of his daughter Beth, on April 8, 2024. Born in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania on September 9, 1943, Jim was a cherished husband, father and Pappy. Jim and his wife Mary shared 59 years of marriage. Together they

Stacy L. Murphy, 65, of Chambersburg, PA died Monday afternoon, April 8, 2024 at the Chambersburg Hospital. Born August 24, 1958 in Gettysburg, PA, she was the daughter of the late R. Lynwood and Ruby Esther (Lippy) Brown. Stacy worked as a shift supervisor for CVS Pharmacy for over 20 years. Stacy is survived by