Obituaries

Cecil D. Sandoe died on Wednesday, May 17, 2023 with his family by his side. He was the only child of David E. and Virgi… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Diane L. Baugher, age 68, passed away May 18, 2023 at Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. She was born May 24, 1954. She… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Dolores Yvonne “Doey” Gillelan, 90, 1075 Old Harrisburg Road, Gettysburg, died at her home on Saturday, May 13, 2023. She was born August 4, 1932 in Garrett County, Maryland, the daughter of the late Floyd C. and Genevieve Pope Miller. She is survived by her husband of 68 years, Robert M. Gillelan, Sr. Doey was

Stanley W. Lupp, age 76, of Bendersville, passed away Sunday, May 14, 2023 surrounded by his family at his residence. He… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Martha Adams, age 85, of Shippensburg, passed away on Friday, May 12, 2023 at Celebration Villa of Shippensburg. She was… For the complete obituary, please click here.

John W. Heflin, Jr., 91 of Chambersburg, PA passed away on Wednesday, May 10, 2023 at the Quincy Village. He was born in Winchester, Virginia on February 7, 1932, son of the late John W. Heflin, Sr., and Victoria “Goldie” (Clark) Heflin. John served his country with pride in the United States Army from 1956

Mary Lee Redding, 79, of Gettysburg, PA died Thursday morning, May 11, 2023 at the Gettysburg Hospital. Born January 31, 1944 in Gettysburg, PA she was the daughter of the late Gordon and Viola (Hess) Adair. She was the wife of J. Riley Redding, of Gettysburg to whom she was married to for 52 years.

Mary E. Blank, age 83 of Newburg, passed away May 6, 2023 at home. She was born August 16, 1939 in Ronks, Lancaster Cou… For the complete obituary, please click here.

In loving memory of Thelma J. Diller, age 88 years, 27 days of Shippensburg, passed away May 6, 2023 at home. She was b… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Arvilla M. Toner, age 90, of Gardners, passed away, Sunday, May 7, 2023 at Claremont Nursing and Rehabilitation Center i… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Larry Albert Fetter, Sr., age 83, Biglerville, went on to be with his Lord and his wife on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at UPMC … For the complete obituary, please click here.

eath Notice: Emilie Jean Holler, 85 of Fairfield, PA passed away on Thursday, May 4, 2023, at Transitions Health Care in Gettysburg, PA after a long illness. Born January 11, 1938, in Avella, PA, she was the daughter of the late William T. & Moynelle (Fehl) Hollaway. Emilie is survived by her beloved husband of

Sherrie Lynn Sanders, age 64 of Fairfield, passed away with family by her side on May 4, 2023, after bravely facing cancer.  Born on September 5,1958 in Gettysburg, she was the daughter of the late Donald and Audrey (Six) Hess. She was the wife of Jeff Sanders, to whom she was married for 38 years.

Patricia Carr Ferguson, 79, Gettysburg, PA passed away Tuesday, May 2, 2023 at Reflections Living Center, Leesburg, VA. She was born May 14, 1943 in Nashville, TN the daughter of the late William and Martha Moser Carr. Her husband, Herbert R. Ferguson died in 2008. Mrs. Ferguson was a member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic

David L. Oyer, age 80, of Orrstown, passed away May 2, 2023 at his home. He was born October 30, 1942 in Shippensburg, … For the complete obituary, please click here.

Rhonda S. Arana Shelly, age 65, passed away Wednesday, May 3, 2023 at Hershey Medical Center. She was born April 20… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Norman H. “Buster” Stine, Jr., 57, 1180 Chambersburg Road, Gettysburg, PA passed away Monday, April 24th at his home. He was born September 17, 1965 the son of the late Norman H. and Shirley Winebrenner Stine, Sr. Early in his career, Buster was a mechanic in a radiator and repair shop in Frederick, MD. Later

Mary “Evelyn” Sanderson, 92, Gettysburg, PA passed away Sunday, April 30, 2023 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born January 20, 1931 in Dillsburg, PA the daughter of the late Harry E. and Mary G. Lewis Kellison. Mary is survived by her husband of 73 years, Earl A. Sanderson. Mary most enjoyed

Russell E. “Jack” Sharrah, Jr., 76, of Biglerville, PA died Tuesday morning, May 2, 2023 at the York Hospital. Born March 24, 1947 in Gettysburg, he was the son of the late Russell and Minnie (Funt) Sharrah, Sr. He was the husband of the late Linda K. (Henderson) Sharrah who died October 24, 2009. Mr.

David C. Jacoby of Gettysburg, PA was 69 years old when he went home to heaven on May 2, 2023. Dave was born to Glenn and Millie Jacoby on December 29, 1953. He was the 6th of 9 children. Dave always found adventure wherever he was, whether he was road-tripping, spelunking, whitewater rafting, or riding

Bear Shambaugh born Saturday, April 29, 2023, at 6:09 PM to mommy and daddy, Alethia and Brandon Shambaugh at Chamb… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Manuel Antonio Ruiz, Sr., age 59, of Shippensburg, passed away on Sunday, April 30, 2023 at Shippensburg Health Center. … For the complete obituary, please click here.

Gloria J. Haslup, 78, of Gettysburg, PA passed away at home surrounded by family on Friday, April 28, 2023. She was born December 16, 1944 in Kinston, N.C. to the late James Jerue and Margaret (Everette) Jerue. Gloria is survived by her loving husband, James V. Haslup, Sr., her sons Jim Haslup, Jr. (spouse Debbie),

Joanne F. Horst, age 76, of Shippensburg, passed away Saturday morning, April 29, 2023 at her home. She was born Thursda… For the complete obituary, please click here.

William L. Hemler Jr., age 69, of Gettysburg, died Monday April 24, 2023 at his home. Born Sept. 25, 1953 in Gettysburg, he was the son of the late William L. Sr. and Joan (Sterner) Hemler. Bill was a life member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Gettysburg. He attended Gettysburg High School, served

Kevin W. Johnson, 60 of Gettysburg, PA passed away on Sunday, April 23, 2023 at M. D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas after a long battle with cancer. Born May 17, 1962 in Pikeville, KY, he was the son of Don A. Johnson and the late Emma Jean (Hopkins) Combs. Kevin leaves behind his

Ronald O. Duvall, 94, of Hanover, PA died Tuesday, April 25, 2023 at his home. Born May 28, 1928 in St. Dennis, MD he was the son of the late Charles and Olive (Svec) Duvall. He was the husband of the late Thelda Jane Duvall who died April 6, 1986. Mr. Duvall was a Veteran

Lloyd Warren, age 70 of Shippensburg, passed away April 28, 2023 at his residence. He is survived by his wife, Sharon Wa… For the complete obituary, please click here.

arry E. Sixeas, 81 of Biglerville, PA passed away on Thursday, April 20, 2023 at The Gettysburg Hospital. He was born in Gettysburg, PA on February 17, 1942, son of the late Nelson O. & Hazel (Zimmerman) Sixeas. Barry is survived by his wife of 55 years, Jean (Bowmaster) Sixeas. He was a 1961 graduate

Janis M. Oswald, 67 of Gettysburg, PA passed away at The Gettysburg Hospital on Friday, April 21, 2023. She was the beloved wife of Roger Oswald. Born March 7, 1956 in Baltimore, MD, she was the daughter of the late Paul & Dora Lee (Doctor) Staub, Sr. Janis attended Four Square Church in Gettysburg. She

Linda Lee Potter, 75, of Gettysburg, passed away Thursday, April 20, 2023 at WellSpan York Hospital. She was born Wednes… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Dr. Jean Marie Wiley, 94, of Fairfield, PA died peacefully Thursday evening, April 20, 2023 at Columbia Cottage of Hanover. Born May 23, 1928, in Washington, DC, she was the daughter of the late Cecil E. and Katherine (McManus) Wiley. She is survived by her cousins, friends and colleagues. Jean Marie graduated from the Visitation

Helen M. Fissel, 88, of Gettysburg, PA, died Monday, April 17, 2023 at Transitions Healthcare in Gettysburg, PA. Born April 30, 1934 in Adams County, she was the daughter of the late Charles McDannell and Anna (Tressler) McDannell. Helen is predeceased by her husband, Frank H. Fissel, Jr. who passed in 2016 after cherishing 62

Carolyn Gertrud Nicholson (nee Metzger), 86 died peacefully on April 17, 2023 at her home at SpiriTrust Lutheran Village of Gettysburg, PA where she lived for the past six years. She was born in New York City on December 14, 1936, to Walter and Anna (Lang) Metzger. She was preceded in death by her parents,

Elaine Rosario Uglow, age 74 of Shippensburg, passed away April 18, 2023 at UPMC Carlisle Hospital. Born February 27, 19… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Martha L. Nary, 97, of York, PA died Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at Providence Place Senior Living of Dover, PA. Born September 24, 1925 in Knoxlyn, PA, she was the daughter of the late Paul G. Newman and Alma S. (Sowers) Newman. She is predeceased by her husband, Gerald T. Nary who passed in 1995

Everett “Tom” Cooper, Jr., 56, of Gettysburg, PA died Thursday evening, April 13, 2023 at his home. Born February 1, 1967 in Gettysburg, PA he was the son of Nancy (Livingston) Baker, of Panama City, FL and the late Everett T. Cooper, Sr. He was the husband of Sherry L. (McCleaf) Cooper of Gettysburg to

ichael H. Kane, 74 of Chambersburg, PA died suddenly on Saturday, April 15, 2023 in Baltimore, MD. Born September 24, 1948 in Gettysburg, PA he was the son of the late Robert A. & Mary E. (Womack) Kane. Michael was a 1966 graduate of Gettysburg High School. He served 27 years with the U. S.

Gloria J. Starry, age 72, New Kingstown, passed away Friday, April 14, 2023 at her home in New Kingstown. She was b… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Gene Howard Strait, Sr., age 72, of Chambersburg, passed away on Friday, April 14, 2023 at Chambersburg Hospital. H… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Joyce Yokum Dye was born to William and Mabel Yokum on March 11, 1931 in Washington, D.C. where she lived until the age of 14. She spent her childhood attending school, playing with her friends and cousins, and helping her mother with household duties. Joyce and her family attended Epworth Methodist Church in Washington, D.C.

Dave Glotfelty, a beloved father and cherished friend to all, peacefully passed away on April 6th, 2023. He was the eldest son of David and Genevieve, who were remarkable parents in their own right. Dave had a love for biking, Aikido, computers, and indulging in games with his family and friends. Prior to his retirement,

Marc Richard Johnson Sr., age 87, of Fairfield, PA passed away peacefully with his wife and friends at his side on Good Friday, April 7, 2023. He is survived by his wife Edelmira (Susie), sister Louise Felty, son Marc, stepson Rolando Luna, grandchildren Juliana, Isabella, Nichele, Meghann and Jennifer and great grandkids Alessandra, Addison. He

ulius “Jules” Swope, 98 of Gettysburg, PA passed away on Friday, April 7, 2023 at SpiriTrust Lutheran in Gettysburg. Born December 17, 1924 in Gettysburg, he was the son of the late S. Franklin & Ruth (Bucher) Swope. Jules was predeceased by his wife of 75 years, Charlotte (Winebrenner) Swope, who died in 2021. He

Loretta A. Weaver, 80, of Gettysburg, PA died Wednesday morning, April 5, 2023 at her son’s home in Hanover, PA. Born January 17, 1943 in Hanover, she was the daughter of the late Alfred B. and Helen (Brown) Kuhn. She was the wife of the late Robert J. Weaver,Sr. who died in 1995. Mrs. Weaver

Audrey N. Showers, age 92, of Bendersville, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 6, 2023 at Paramount Nursing and R… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Barbara K. “Kay” Little, 80, Gettysburg, PA passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at Advent Health Hospital in Celebration, FL. She was born August 25, 1942 in Roaring Spring, PA the daughter of the late Douglas W. and Sara Shaffer Smith. She is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, Earl M.

Joseph K. “Pap” French, 94, of Gettysburg passed quietly at SpiriTrust the Village of Gettysburg on Saturday, April 1, 2023. He has now joined his wife Charlotte Jean Doss French in eternal peace. Joe worked as a dairy herdsman over the years on numerous farms in the area. He could fix any piece of farm

Diane M. Willis, age 71, of Shippensburg, passed away on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at Sarah Todd Nursing Home in Carlisle.&… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Robert “Bob” S. Jones, 80, of Gettysburg, PA died peacefully Sunday evening, April 2, 2023 at his home. Born September 3, 1942 in Cincinnati, OH he was the son of the late Walter and Flossie (Mink) Jones. He was the husband of the late Helen M. (Byers) Jones, who died June 3, 2008. Bob proudly

Benny M. Akers passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, March 28, 2023. He was born on February 13, 1938 to Lewis and Lucy Akers of Matoaka, West Virginia, and was the youngest of nine children. He had 4 sisters and four brothers, one of which was his twin brother. He was the last surviving sibling. Benny

Doris B. Brough, of Aspers, passed away on Friday, March 31, 2023 at her home in Aspers, Pennsylvania.She is survived by… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Julian passed away Sunday morning, March 26th, 2023 at Paramount Healthcare in Fayetteville, PA. Julian L Gillispie was born in 1935 to Delbert and Mae Gillispie in Arbovale West Virginia. He was married to Joyce Gillispie from 1963 to her death in 2020. They had two children, Belinda and Tim, and two grandchildren, Carolynn and

arie E. Trimmer, 65 of Chambersburg, PA passed away at the Chambersburg Hospital on Saturday, March 25, 2023. Born August 12, 1957 in Gettysburg, PA she was the daughter of the late Ray & Geraldine (Kimple) Deardorff. Marie was a member of St. Ignatius Loyola Catholic Church in Orrtanna, PA. She graduated from Gettysburg High

Glenn M. Musselman, Jr., 96, Orrtanna Road, Cashtown, PA passed away on Sunday, March 26, 2023 at his home. He was born June 26, 1926 in Cashtown, PA the son of the late Glenn M. and Blanche Minter Musselman, Sr. Glenn is survived by his wife of 71 years, Miriam Keeney Musselman. Glenn was a

On Monday, March 27, 2023, Norma R. Barberis, loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother passed away at the age of 89. Norma was born November 8, 1933 in Montclair, New Jersey to John & Harriet (Williams) Pelissier. She married Henry C. Barberis in 1955 and they raised their two children, Lois and Henry, Jr. She

Michael Lynn Byers, age 63, of Biglerville, passed away Sunday, March 26, 2023 in Biglerville. He was born September 27,… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Robert W. “Bobby” Asper, age 79 of Biglerville, passed away March 27, 2023 at home. He was born March 29, 1943 in Getty… For the complete obituary, please click here.

John Samuel Reed, 67, Gettysburg, PA passed away on Thursday, March 23, 2023 at his home. He was born August 4, 1955 in Gettysburg, PA the son of the late Joseph and Ethel LaRue Reed. John is survived by his wife of 40 years, Tamara S. “Tammy” Varish Reed. John was a 1973 graduate of

Dorothy Louise Lehman, age 81, of Shippensburg, passed away on Thursday, March 23, 2023 at Shippensburg Healthcare Cente… For the complete obituary, please click here.

uy Wilson Weikert, 90 of Fairfield, PA passed away at the Gettysburg Hospital on Monday, March 20, 2023 after a brief illness. Born May 1, 1932 in Fairfield, PA he was the son of the late Charles W. & Mae (Kepner) Weikert. Guy was predeceased by his wife of 45 years, M. Jane (Stem) Weikert,

ilda Margaret (Valk) Oussoren, 92, resident of The Brethren Home, New Oxford, PA and formerly Gettysburg, PA passed away on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Hilda was born in Hoboken, New Jersey on June 20, 1930. She was the daughter of Peter Valk and Hilda (Westra) Valk. She was raised in

Michael E. Clarke ​Michael E. Clarke, 92, of Richmond, Virginia died Friday, March 17, 2023 at Canterbury Rehabilitation Center in Richmond. He was the husband of Shirley A. Clarke who died November 23, 2018…. For the complete obituary, please click here.

Frederick Lee, “Coach”, Bunty, also known as “Rabbit”, age 75, of Gardners, went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, March 21,… For the complete obituary, please click here.

William H. Bushman, 91, of Gettysburg, PA, passed away on Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at the Gettysburg Hospital. Born June 26, 1931 in Gettysburg, PA he was the son of the late George and Mary Edith (McCleaf). William was preceded in death by his wife, Doris G. (Durniak) Bushman who died August 30, 2020. Mr.

Stephen “Skip” Olinger, 68, Gettysburg, PA passed away peacefully on Monday, March 13, 2023 at Doey’s House, inpatient hospice care, in Hagerstown, MD. He was born April 16, 1954 in Gettysburg, PA, the son of the late George and Mae (Bream) Olinger. Skip was predeceased by his beloved sister, “Pedie” in September 2022. Skip was

Lewis “Carl” Leinbach, passed away peacefully Thursday, March 16 at Paramount Senior Living, Fayetteville. He was 81 years old. Born March 29, 1941, in Palmerton, PA, Carl was the son of Rev. Carl and Madeline Leinbach. He graduated from Hazleton High School, and in 1962 from Lafayette University. He received a Master’s Degree in Mathematics

Terry E. Ohler, 75, of Gettysburg, PA died Friday evening, March 17, 2023 at Genesis Gettysburg Center. Born September 21,1947 in Gettysburg he was the son of the late Fern R. and Dorothy A. (Sanders) Ohler. Terry was a life member of the Gettysburg Fire Department serving for over 55 years. Terry is survived by

Kenneth William Miller, Sr., age, 86 of Gettysburg, passed away on Thursday, March 16, 2023. He was born September 11, 1… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Betty Jane Fickes Baker, age 95, a resident of Cross Keys Village, formerly of Biglerville and Arendtsville, PA, died Ma… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Donna Marie (Gochenour) Taylor ended her earthly journey on March 19, 2023. Born June 21, 1950, she was the beautifully … For the complete obituary, please click here.

Donald R. Altman, SR., 86, of Gettysburg, PA, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at his home. He was born on October 4, 1936, in Erie, PA, to the late Howard Robert and Ruth Carlton Altman. Don served his country honorably in the US Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He spent most

Robert Elliott Johnson, age 81, of Shippensburg, passed away Monday, March 13, 2023 at Shippensburg Healthcare Center, S… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Adam T. Brown, 52, Fairfield, PA passed away suddenly on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at his business, New Beginnings Archery and More. He was born on November 14, 1970 in Westminster, MD the son of James L. and Patsy Hahn Brown of Gettysburg, PA. Adam is survived by his wife, Tracie Hartlaub Brown. Adam was

Kimberly A. (Yingling) Bayer, 66 of Harrisburg, PA formerly of Gettysburg passed away on Sunday, March 12, 2023 at her home surrounded by her family. Born December 08, 1956 in Gettysburg, PA, she was the daughter of the late Mark J. Yingling and Vickie A. (Maust) Staub. Kimberly was predeceased by her husband of 22

Gail E. Groh, 64, of Biglerville, PA died Monday evening March 13, 2023 at the UPMC Harrisburg Hospital. Born November 4, 1958 in Gettysburg, PA she was the daughter of Anna (Wetzel) Hess Bucher, of Hanover, PA, the late Joseph Hess and her step-father, the late Paul Bucher. She was the wife of Daniel E.

Kelly Jo Swartz, age 36, of Mount Holly Springs, passed away March 8, 2023 as a result of a car accident. She was born … For the complete obituary, please click here.

Glenn Harrison Hankey, 73, Gettysburg, PA, passed away Wednesday, March 8, 2023 at Gettysburg Hospital. He was born July 13, 1949 in Gettysburg, PA, the son of the late Glenn L. and Myrtle Glass Hankey. Glenn was a 1967 graduate of Gettysburg High School. For most of his life he was involved in various positions

Lucille M. Parrell, 85, formerly of McAdoo, entered eternal rest Thursday morning, at Paramount Senior Living in Gettysburg. She was born March 22, 1937 in McAdoo, the daughter of the late Joseph and Theresa (Friendy) Bonafair. She was a member of SS Peter & Paul Parish, McAdoo. In retirement, Lucille enjoyed spending time with her

Judy Martin Shapiro, 79, passed away on March 2nd, 2023. Judy was born in Spokane, WA on October 23rd, 1943 to the late Col. Whitfield Anthony Martin and Evelyn (Hale) Martin. Judy graduated from Mt. Vernon High School in Alexandria, Virginia. She attended college prior to marrying and starting her own family, also in Alexandria.