Obituary: Irene Elizabeth Mellott

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Irene Elizabeth Mellott, 95, entered into God’s eternal care on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at her home with her loving daughter, Linda, by her side. Irene was a beloved mother, grandma, and great-grandma. Irene was the daughter of the late James Slusser and Zula (Day) Slusser. She enjoyed playing piano, singing, listening to cowboy music,

Obituary: Joann B. Day

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Joann B. Day, 92, peacefully departed this world on March 25, 2026. Born on September 22, 1933, she was the daughter of the late Clarence E. Blocher and Mae M. (Hoffman) Blocher. For many years, Joann worked at Rice Fruit Company as a bookkeeper. However, in her later years, she worked for Dr. Tina McBeth

Obituary: Susan Kay Weatherly

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Susan Kay Weatherly, age 67, of Cashtown, passed away peacefully at her home on March 25, 2026. Born on December 21, 1958, in Gettysburg, Susan was the daughter of the late Herbert Myers and Betty Lou Luckenbaugh. A graduate of Biglerville High School, and happily retired in recent years. She built a life centered on

Obituary: Catherine R. Bigler

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Catherine R. Bigler, of Shippensburg, PA, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2026, at the age of 90. Born on January 3, 1936, in Shippensburg, she lived a life marked by love, resilience, and dedication to her craft. She was the daughter of the late Clyde and Martha (Warren) Rotz. A talented seamstress, Catherine proudly

Obituary: Owen O. Naylor

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Owen O. Naylor, age 86 of Biglerville, passed away March 23, 2026, at York Hospital. He was born in Biglerville to the late Charles Glenn and E. Grace (Kuhn) Naylor. Owen attended Biglerville High School and worked at the former Glen-Gery Corporation and subsequently Schindler Elevator Corporation as a welder for 24 years until retirement.

Obituary: Kenneth Eugene Duncan, Sr.

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Kenneth Eugene Duncan, Sr., of Newburg, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on March 17, 2026, at the age of 85. Born on October 10, 1940, Kenneth was the son of the late Raymond Duncan and Anna (Updegraff) Duncan. As a mechanic, Kenneth had a profound appreciation for craftsmanship and history,

Obituary: Larry “Mac” Marlin McElroy

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Larry “Mac” Marlin McElroy, 78, of Seven Valleys, PA, passed away on March 22, 2026, at UPMC Memorial Hospital. Born on August 31, 1947, in Baltimore, Maryland, Larry lived a life defined by strength, service, and dedication to his family and community. Larry is survived by his loving wife of 18 years, Malinda McElroy, who

Obituary: Lee B. Hartman

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Lee B. Hartman, 90 of Cashtown, PA, passed away at his home surrounded by his family on Sunday, March 29, 2026. Born July 17, 1935 in Hanover, PA, he was the son of the late LeRoy & Mildred (Tabler) Hartman. Lee is survived by his wife of sixty-five years, Janet M. (Heller) Hartman. He graduated

Obituary: Susan “Susie” L. Simpson

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Susan L. “Susie” Simpson, 82, of Gettysburg, PA, passed away on Friday, March 26, 2026, at York Hospital. Born in Gettysburg on August 16, 1943, she was the daughter of the late Wilmer & Anna (Shealer) Dracha. Susie was predeceased by her husband of 51 years, Donald L. “Donnie” Simpson, who passed in 2017. Susie

Obituary: Helen E. Sanders

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Helen E. Sanders of Fairfield, PA, peacefully passed away at her home on Sunday, March 29, 2026, at the age of 91. She was born in Fairfield on August 6, 1934, the daughter of the late Thaddeus & Ethel (Houck) Stultz. Helen was predeceased by her beloved husband of 55 years, Jesse E. Sanders, who

Obituary: Gary Buren Barber

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Gary Buren Barber, 84, of Gettysburg, PA, died peacefully at home on Monday, March 23, 2026. Born August 18, 1941, in McAllen, Texas, Gary traveled all over the country with his parents, Van Buren “Bruno” and Lillian “Lil” Barber, who were farm and produce workers. Gary joined the Marine Corps after high school and served

Obituary: Sandie S. Eversole

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Sandie S. Eversole, 73, Gettysburg, PA, passed away on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at her home. She was born July 4, 1952, in York Springs, PA, the daughter of the late Michael and Margaret Day May. Sandie is survived by her husband of 35 years, Ronald A. Eversole. Sandie was a graduate of Bermudian Springs

Obituary: Eric J. Hewitt

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Eric J. Hewitt, age 65 of Gettysburg, PA, passed away at his home on Thursday, March 26, 2026, after a long battle with ALS. Born July 20, 1960, in Gettysburg, he was the son of the late Harry & Hilda Hewitt. Eric is survived by his wife, Carla (Loftis) Hewitt. He owned & operated J.C.

Obituary: Angeles C. Naugle

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Angeles C. Naugle, age 92 of Gettysburg, PA, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, with her two children by her side at Mercy House in Chambersburg, PA. Angeles was predeceased by her husband of 55 years, Berkley E. Naugle, who died in 2011. Born in Madrid, Spain, on August 1, 1933, she was

Obituary: Loraine Petzolt

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Loraine Petzolt, 83, of Orrtanna, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on November 14, 1942, in Brooklyn, New York, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Teresa Iglesias. Loraine was the devoted and loving wife of Walter M. Petzolt, with whom she

Obituary: Kay Y. Bear

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Kay Y. Bear, 74, of Carlisle, PA, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at Claremont Nursing and Rehab. She was born April 13, 1951, in Chambersburg, to the late Charles and Catherine M. (Emerick) Thompson. Kay worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse for the Big Spring School District and served as its health program

Obituary: Earl E. Leese

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Earl E. Leese, 90, of Gettysburg, PA, died Friday morning, March 20, 2026, at the Chambersburg Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Chambersburg, PA. Born March 23, 1935, in Westminster, MD, he was the son of the late Roy and Mabel (Myers) Leese. He was the husband of the late Alice (Rexroth) Leese, who died in 2021.

Obituary: H. Glenn Steager

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H. Glenn Steager, 88, Gettysburg, PA, passed away on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at Gettysburg Center in Gettysburg, PA. He was born on November 4, 1937, in Harrisburg, PA, the son of the late Howard and Ida (Cutman) Steager. Glenn Steager is a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He was employed at Riverton Consolidated Water

Obituary: Ruth R. Hess

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Ruth R. Hess, 89, of Gettysburg, PA, died Sunday Morning, March 22, 2026, at York Hospital. Born November 27, 1936, in Cumberland County, PA, she was the daughter of the late Wilbert R. and Sara A. (Zepp) Trump. She was the wife of the late Thomas M. Hess, Sr., to whom she was married for

Obituary: Shirley A. Keane

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Shirley A. Keane, 85, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away at Hawthorne Woods Nursing Home in Strabane, PA, on Monday, March 16, 2026. Born May 1, 1940, in Premier, West Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Charley & Edith Lee (Lucas) Mahaffey. Shirley was raised on the family farm

Obituary: Rev. Michael A. Messaro, MSSCC

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Rev. Michael A. Messaro, MSSCC, age 84, died peacefully on Saturday, March 21, 2026, in Timonium, MD. Rev. Messaro (Fr. Mike) was born on April 7, 1941, in Camden, NJ, the son of the late Michael D. and Palmer (Antonine) Messaro. Father was baptized at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Camden, where he received his

Obituary: Steven A. Probst

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Steven Probst, 78, of Gettysburg, died peacefully on Friday, March 20, 2026, at his home following an extended illness. Born in Iowa City, Iowa, Steve’s life was spent working on the family’s farm. After graduating from West Liberty High School, he attended Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa. In 1970, after he graduated cum laude

Obituary: Preston C. Markley

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Preston Cordell Markley, 90, of Hanover, PA, passed away on Sunday, March 15, 2026, in the Columbia Cottage Home. He was born October 12, 1935, in Mill Creek, WV, to the late William and Kathleen (Parrack) Markley and was the widower of Patricia (Stanton) Markley. Preston served in the United States Navy for 4 years

Obituary: Larry Lee Liebrum, Sr.

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Larry Lee Liebrum, Sr., 84, of Mt. Holly Springs, PA, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026, in the Forest Park Nursing Home, Carlisle. He was born June 11, 1941, in Carlisle to the late Arthur V. and Helen (Sparr) Liebrum. Larry was a United States Army Veteran in the 101st Airborne Special Forces and

Obituary: Donald L. Landis

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Donald L. Landis, 80, of Carlisle, PA, passed away on Friday, March 13, 2026, in his home. He was born on January 10, 1946, in Carlisle to the late Daniel J. and Ruth A. (Shaffer) Landis. Donald was a graduate of Boiling Springs High School class of 1963. He then went on to the electronic

Obituary: Krystofer Lee Lopez

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Specialist Krystofer Lee Lopez, 18, of Biglerville, passed away on March 12, 2026, while serving on duty during a training incident at Letterkenny Army Depot. He was born May 2, 2007, in York, the son of Hector and Carmen (Laureano) Lopez. Krystofer was a 2025 graduate of Biglerville High School, where he excelled at wrestling.

Obituary: Kenneth Eugene Duncan, Sr.

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Kenneth Eugene Duncan, Sr., of Newburg, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on March 17, 2026, at the age of 85. Born on October 10, 1940, Kenneth was the son of the late Raymond Duncan and Anna (Updegraff) Duncan. As a mechanic, Kenneth had a profound appreciation for craftsmanship and history,

Obituary: Jacque A. Curll

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Jacque A. Curll, age 89, of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at home on March 16, 2026. Jacque was born and raised in Clarion, Pennsylvania, and later made his home in New Kensington and finally in Gettysburg. He was a graduate of Clarion Area High School and later earned his degree from Pennsylvania State University.

Obituary: Kimberly M. Keckler

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Kimberly M. Keckler, 66, of Waynesboro, PA, died Monday morning, March 16, 2026, at her home surrounded by her loving family. Born December 20, 1959, in Gettysburg, PA, she was the daughter of the late Gene and Loretta (Mullin) Valentine. She worked as a medical technician at Hillside Personal Care in Fairfield, but was mainly

Obituary: Jeffery M. Williams

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Jeffery M. Williams, 73, Gettysburg, PA, passed away suddenly at his home on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. He was born August 2, 1952, in Gettysburg, PA, the son of the late John and Marguerite (Lee) Williams, Sr. Jeffery is survived by his wife, Linda (Crabbs) Williams, a daughter, Lauren Michelle Williams and her fiancé Patrick

Obituary: Delores “Sue” E. Fox

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Delores “Sue” E. Fox, 85, of Littlestown, passed away Monday, March 16, 2026, at Gettysburg Hospital, surrounded by her family. She was the loving wife of the late Danny Lee Fox, who passed away on April 14, 2013. Born February 27, 1941, in Thurmont, MD, she was the daughter of the late Ralph and Pauline

Obituary: Harry “Dave” David Herring

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Harry “Dave” David Herring, 79, of Littlestown, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully in his home on March 15, 2026. Dave was born on October 5, 1946, in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, to the late Harry Daniel Herring and Rose Zita Hobbs Herring Bream. Dave married the love of his life, Mona Lee Arentz Herring, on April 8, 1973,

Obituary: Kerry Ann Breymeier

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In loving memory of Kerry Ann Breymeier. Kerry was born on August 27, 1988, in Scranton, PA, and peacefully passed on March 09, 2026, at her parents’ residence in Mount Holly Springs, PA, after a decade and a half of living in various western states. She loved sunshine and wide-open skies. Kerry had a vibrant

Obituary: Shelly D. Berndt

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Shelly D. Berndt, 37, of Carlisle, PA, passed away on March 7, 2026, in her home. She was born July 31, 1988, in Allentown, PA, to Timothy and Jeannie (Hewett) Berndt. Shelly attended Manhattan College, where she obtained her bachelor’s degree in business administration. She then worked as a pharmacy technician. Shelly was an avid

Obituary: Zora Beatrice Handshew

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Zora Beatrice Handshew, 80, formerly of Mt. Holly Springs, PA, passed away March 5, 2026, in the Claremont Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was born April 27, 1945, in Newville, to the late William and Hazel (Helm) Handshew. Zora worked as a housekeeper for The Shippen Place Hotel, where she retired after 25 years of

Obituary: Bradd Weidner Henry

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Bradd Weidner Henry, 40, of Gardners, Pennsylvania, passed away on March 3. Bradd was known for his warm spirit and the way he could make friends with just about anyone he met. Bradd had a deep love for animals, especially his beloved dog, Daxter. He was also passionate about collecting sneakers, clothes, glasses, and watches,

Obituary: Linda Marie Peck

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Linda Marie Peck, 77, of Palmyra, PA, passed away on March 2, 2026, in her home after a long illness of RA and CHF. She was born January 30, 1949, in Lewistown, PA, to the late Paul Richard and Jeanette Louise (Berger) Rodgers. She was the widow of David Gene Peck, Sr., who passed away

Obituary: Patricia A. Kessel

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Patricia A. Kessel, age 83 of Gettysburg, passed away March 11, 2026, at SpiriTrust Lutheran Gettysburg. She was born May 7, 1942, in Beaver Falls, PA, to the late Mr. and Mrs. Ray Kennedy. Patricia was a former member of Calvary Chapel in Ft Lauderdale, FL, and loved German Shepherds. She is survived by her

Obituary: Peggy Ann Diveley

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Peggy Ann (Gilbert) Diveley, 83, of Biglerville, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at her home with family at her bedside on March 8, 2026. She was born on December 4, 1942, in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Peggy was the loving and devoted wife of Eddie Diveley, with whom she shared 66 wonderful years of marriage. Together, they built

Obituary: Jerry L. Chronister

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Jerry Chronister, 72, of Aspers, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2026, at his home. Born on October 30, 1953, Jerry was the son of the late Howard Norman Chronister and Naomi E. (Hinkle) Chronister. Jerry found immense joy in the simple pleasures, whether venturing into the woods for a day of hunting or spending

Obituary: Bettina Marie Ellsworth

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Bettina Marie Groome Ellsworth, MD, entered into God’s eternal care on March 6th, 2026, aged 76, at Cross Keys Village, New Oxford, Pennsylvania, surrounded by family. She was a loving, devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, and a dedicated and caring physician. Tina was born in 1949 in Richmond, Virginia, to Clifford O. Groome, Jr. and

Obituary: Timothy R. Stouffer

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Timothy R. Stouffer, age 61 of Chambersburg, passed away March 5, 2026, at Laurel Lakes Rehabilitation, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on October 9, 1964, in Chambersburg to the late Harold and Delores (Kelso) Stouffer. Timothy was a groundskeeper for Cumberland Valley Memorial Gardens, enjoyed fishing and working on his lawnmowers, and

Obituary: Edward L. Kuykendall

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Edward L. Kuykendall, 84, of Gardners, passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at the Gardens of Gettysburg. He was born February 5, 1942, in Gettysburg, PA, the son of the late Seymore Kuykendall and Minnie (Black) Kuykendall. Ed is survived by his wife of 65 years, Lois (Shaffer) Kuykendall. Ed was a member of

Obituary: Kevin J. Mummert

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Kevin J. Mummert, 63, of Orrtanna, PA, died Saturday, March 7, 2026, at his home. Born December 27, 1962, in Gettysburg, PA, he was the son of the late Calvin and Geneva (Warren) Mummert. Kevin was a 1980 graduate of Fairfield High School. He was a Veteran of the United States Army. He was previously

Obituary: Doris A. Weaver

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Doris A. Weaver, 78, of Gettysburg, PA, died Wednesday morning, March 11, 2026, at her home. Born September 25, 1947, in Gettysburg, PA, she was the daughter of the late Kathleen B. McDannell. She was the loving wife of Dennis M. Weaver, of Gettysburg, to whom she was married for 54 years. Mrs. Weaver worked

Obituary: Rita A. Swartz

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Rita A. Swartz, Biglerville, PA, passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at her home. She was born March 13, 1953, in Gettysburg, PA, the daughter of the late Charles H. and Pauline Hoffman Champlain. Rita is survived by her husband, Jerry C. Swartz. Rita was a graduate of South Western High School in Hanover,

Obituary: Jeanette M. Morse

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Jeanette M. Morse, 80, of Gettysburg, PA, died Saturday morning, March 7, 2026, at her home. Her passing was peaceful, and her family takes comfort in knowing that she is free from all pain and is now an angel in heaven. Born August 11, 1945, in Boston, Massachusetts, Jeanette was the daughter of the late

Obituary: John H. Hoffman

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John H. Hoffman, 9, of Gettysburg, PA, passed away Friday, March 6, 2026, at his home, surrounded by family. Born June 14, 2016, in Hanover, he was the beloved son of Andrew J. Hoffman and Kristen (Watrud) Hoffman, and treasured brother of Cole and Benjamin Hoffman. As the middle child, John was literally surrounded by

Obituary: Vicki Ann Rosensteel

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Vicki Ann Rosensteel, age 84, of Gettysburg, PA, passed away at her home on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. She was the daughter of the late Donald & Helen (Collins) Harner. Vicki was born on October 1, 1941, at Hanover Hospital. Vicki spent her early years residing out in the country in Littlestown, riding horses and

Obituary: Robert E. Kerstetter, Jr.

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Robert E. Kerstetter. Jr., 74, of Fairfield, PA, went to be with the Lord Tuesday morning, March 3, 2026, at the Hershey Medical Center. Born March 31, 1951, in Harrisburg, PA, he was the son of the late Robert E. and Grace I. (Hile) Kerstetter, Sr. He was the loving husband of Barbara A. (Reindollar)

Obituary: William G. Eberlin, Jr

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William G. Eberlin, Jr., 80, Gettysburg, PA, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on Monday, March 2, 2026, at his home. Born on July 4, 1945, in Washington, D.C., the son of the late William G. and Marie Buchan Eberlin, Sr., Bill is survived by his wife of 50 years, Dorothy Eberlin, a

Obituary: Michael G. Sollenberger

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Michael G. Sollenberger, 76, of Fairfield, PA, died Monday, March 2, 2026, at York Hospital after a brief illness. Born June 30, 1949, in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late David and Ruth (Hokanson) Sollenberger. He was the loving husband of Merril (Evans) Sollenberger of Fairfield. Michael was a Classics scholar and

Obituary: David N. Matthews

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David N. Matthews, 67, of Littlestown, passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at his home. Born July 25, 1958, in Baltimore, MD, he was the son of the late John and Evelyn (Wyatt) Matthews. David was an owner-operator truck driver for Mercer Transportation in Louisville, KY, and a salesman with Gene Latta Ford in Hanover

Obituary: Ernest Karl Spamer

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Ernest Karl Spamer, “Ernie,” entered into God’s Heavenly Kingdom on Sunday, the 8th day of March 2026, at the age of 84. Ernie was the only son of Karl G. W. Spamer and Elizabeth G. Spamer. His wife, Diana, predeceased him. Ernie had been a lifelong resident of Littlestown, PA. He served four years with

Obituary: Diana Elizabeth (Holt) Hubbard

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Diana Elizabeth Hubbard, of Littlestown, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. She was 77 years old. Born December 11, 1948, in Baltimore, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Carl Holt, Sr. and Deloris (Rippeon) Holt. Diana worked in food service at Gettysburg College, where she was known

Obituary: Richard Rinehart

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Richard Rinehart, 78, of Littlestown, died peacefully at UPMC Hanover Hospital on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, after a brief illness. He was born in Baltimore, MD, on September 8, 1947, to Howard and Rita (Miller) Rinehart. Richard was an Army veteran and served in Vietnam from 1969 until 1971. He retired in 2009 from Regional

Obituary: Luella Laura “Lou” Pottorff

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Luella Laura “Lou” Pottorff, 81, formerly of Littlestown, died Monday, March 2nd, 2026, at UF Health Jacksonville. She was the widow of Paul “Pete” Furlow, who predeceased her in 1979, and Carl “Kelly” Pottorff, who predeceased her in 2014. Born on October 3, 1944, in Littlestown, she was the daughter of the late Lewis Chester

Obituary: Lucy Joan Asher Wicks

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Lucy Joan Asher Wicks, 90, of Boiling Springs, PA, died peacefully at home surrounded by loving family on Sunday, March 1, 2026. Lucy was born on March 10, 1935, in Akron, New York. She was the youngest daughter of the Reverend Dr. Percy Frank Asher and Bertha Edith Asher. She is preceded in death by

Obituary: Mickey S. Rankine

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Mickey S. Rankine, 72, of Newville, PA, passed away February 27, 2026, at her residence. She was born on February 24, 1954, in Ft Campbell, Kentucky, to the late Robert and Vivian (Kushto) O’Rourke and was the widow of David Rankine. Mickey worked as a bank teller, a bookkeeper for various businesses, part-owner of a

Obituary: Gail P. Hovis

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Gail P. Hovis, 71, of Dover, PA, passed away on Thursday, February 26, 2026, in the Pleasant Acres Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, York, PA, after a brief illness. She was born March 17, 1954, in Monticello, New York, to the late William and Gwendolyn (Leath) Rees. Gail worked as a licensed Practical Nurse for Moses

Obituary: Faye E. DeVanie

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Faye E. DeVanie, 93, of Gardners and formally of Boiling Springs, PA, passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at home. She was born on May 8, 1932, in Upper Strausburg to the late Ruth (Mackey) Myers and Ralph Myers. Faye was married to the late Lester DeVanie who passed away March 13, 2013. Faye

Obituary: Carolyn Tracey

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Carolyn Marie Tracey, 78, of Hampstead, MD, passed away on March 1, 2026. She was the wife of the late David Tracey for 25-plus years. Born April 4, 1947, in Manchester, MD, she was the daughter of the late Kenneth and Pauline (O’Keefe) Ruby. Carolyn was an amazing, caring woman with a great love for

Obituary: Martha F. Murtoff

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Martha F. Murtoff, age 81 of Gardners, passed away February 28, 2026, at UPMC Carlisle Hospital. She was born April 2, 1944, in Carlisle to the late John and Romaine (Walters) Shelleman. Martha was a former member of Bible Baptist Church in Shiremanstown and a current member of Tree of Life Church in Carlisle. She

Obituary: Allan “Al” W. Graupner

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Allan W. “Al” Graupner, age 84 of Fairfield, PA, passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2026, with his family by his side. Born July 10, 1941, in Cicero, IL, he was the son of the late Harold G. & Lucille (Haas) Graupner. Al was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during the Vietnam War.

Obituary: Audrey B. Fickel

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Audrey B. Fickel, 84, of Carlisle, PA, passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026, in the UPMC Carlisle Hospital. She was born November 2, 1941, in Carlisle to the late Vann Harry and Lorraine (Richwine) Brandt and was the widow of Charles W. “Cork” Fickel Jr., who passed away in August of 2022. Audrey was

Obituary: Dennis B. Etter

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Dennis “Denny” B. Etter, 63, of Carlisle, PA, passed away Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at his home, surrounded by loved ones. He was born January 24, 1963, in Carlisle, the son of the late Arthur and Nellie (Barrick) Etter. Dennis is a United States Army Veteran who served as a Field Artillery & Equipment Expert

Obituary: Loretta Phyllis Miller

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Loretta Phyllis Miller, 83, of Abbottstown, PA, passed away on February 24, 2026. She was the wife of Joseph A. Miller. Born September 10, 1942, in Upper Darby, PA, she was the daughter of the late Otto and Lillian Burkhart. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her daughters, Nancy Super, Patricia Waring,

Obituary: Melvin Lee Baker

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Melvin Lee Baker, 59, of Brushtown, PA, passed away on February 23, 2026. He was the loving husband of Brooke (Ostrowski) Baker for 22 years. Born June 9, 1966, in Hanover, PA, he was the devoted son of the late Claude, Sr., and Hazel (Hippensteel) Baker. Melvin was a simple guy, and when he loved

Obituary: Rhoda “Boots” Conover

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Rhoda Crouse “Boots” Conover, 96, of Hanover, PA, passed away on Monday, February 23, 2026, at Homewood of Plum Creek. Born September 22, 1929, she was the daughter of the late Hobson Dewey and Pauline (Worley) Crouse. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her loving husband, Irvin S. Conover;

Obituary: Craig Lynn McKinney

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Craig Lynn McKinney, 73, passed away on February 22, 2026, in Waynesboro. Born on October 10, 1952, in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Lynn McKinney and Louella (Tuckey) McKinney. Craig was a 1970 graduate of Biglerville High School. A dedicated worker throughout his life, Craig contributed his hard work and tenacity

Obituary: Donald Robert Taylor

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The woods are a little quieter today. Donald Robert Taylor, of Biglerville, passed away suddenly at his home on February 21, 2026. He was the husband of Linda (Showers) Taylor. Donald was deeply rooted in the land, his family, and the greenhouse he helped build from the ground up. Donald had a passion for the

Obituary: Lisa Sue Thomas

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Lisa Sue Thomas, beloved wife of Richard Thomas, Jr., passed away on February 20, 2026, at the age of 56. Born on May 16, 1969, she was the daughter of Robert Mitchell, Sr., and Karen (Hassinger) Hinkle. A passionate gardener, Lisa found joy in nurturing plants and flowers. She was a true animal lover, with

Obituary: Joyce E. Baker

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Joyce E. Baker, age 93 of Biglerville, PA, peacefully passed away at her home on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. Born January 6, 1933, in Gettysburg, PA. She was the daughter of the late Emmert & Ella Mae (Shuler) Shultz. Joyce was predeceased by her husband, Robert L. Baker, who died August 31, 1992. She had

Obituary: Mark Glen Hopkins

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Mark Glen Hopkins, 82, Gettysburg, PA, formerly of Dana Point, CA, passed away at the Wellspan York Hospital on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. He was born on November 3, 1943, in Westminster, CA, to the late Glen and Ruth Hopkins. Mark was the youngest of four children and was preceded in death by his sister

Obituary: Frances “Jean” Ropka

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Frances “Jean” Virginia Ropka, 79, of Gettysburg, PA, died Monday evening, February 23, 2026, at the Gettysburg Hospital. Born December 28, 1946, in Baltimore, MD, she was the daughter of the late Francis and Mary (Strehlen) Chilcoat. She was the loving wife of Michael W. Ropka, of Gettysburg, to whom she was married for 57

Obituary: Ronald W. Asper

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Ronald W. Asper, 84, Gettysburg, PA, passed away on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at his home. He was born June 16, 1941, in Gettysburg, PA, the son of the late Wayne Asper and Regina Kane Asper of Gettysburg, PA. Ron is survived by his wife, Donna Dewees Asper, to whom he was married for 64

Obituary: Thomas Howard Walmer

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Thomas Howard “Tom” Walmer, 81, of Hanover, PA, passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at Homewood Living at Plum Creek in Hanover. Born May 2, 1944, in Bryn Mawr, PA, he was the son of the late Clarence Howard Walmer and Anna Rebecca (Matthias) Walmer. Tom was a 1962 graduate of South Western High

Obituary: Walter Lee Simpson

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Walter Lee Simpson, 85, of Littlestown, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on the morning of February 21, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He was the devoted and beloved husband of Helen (Leist) Simpson, with whom he shared 65 wonderful years of marriage — a lifetime built on love, loyalty, and unwavering commitment to

Obituary: Robert Eugene Funt, Sr.

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Robert Eugene Funt, Sr., 68, of York Springs, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 19, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born to Mae M. (Funt) Anderson, Robert lived a life defined by honor, dedication, and service. He was the beloved husband of Barbara “Barb” (Shadle) Funt, and together they shared many years

Obituary: Sandra Leah Pelletier

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Sandra Leah Pelletier, 85, of Carlisle, PA, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at Chapel Pointe Nursing Home. Born in 1941, Sandra, along with her late sister Barbara, was the beloved daughter of Edward and Olga from Pawtucket, RI. Sandra pursued her passion for helping others by studying Speech Pathology at Cal State.

Obituary: Joyce M. Raudabaugh

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Joyce M. Raudabaugh, 93, of Carlisle, PA, passed away on February 17, 2026, in the Thornwald Nursing Home. She was born September 6, 1932, in Toland, PA, to the late Toney and Evelyn (Walters) Windowmaker and was the widow of John A. Raudabaugh, who passed away in September of 2010. Joyce worked for McCoy Electronics

Obituary: Robert Sylvester Funt, Sr.

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Robert S. Funt, Sr., a resident of the Brethren Home in New Oxford, PA, departed for Heaven on February 19, 2026, at the age of 97. After graduating from Biglerville High School in the class of 1946, he learned the mason trade and worked for Heiges Masonry of Gettysburg. He was the only child of

Obituary: William Blaine Tommsson Notevarp

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In loving memory of William, age 34 of Shippensburg, who passed away unexpectedly on February 18, 2026. William was a loving son, grandson, brother, and uncle. He was born on January 16, 1992, in Bergen, Norway. Will was proud of his Norwegian ancestry and mourned the loss of his father in 2018. He is survived

Obituary: Roy Perry

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Roy Perry, age 90 of Newville, formerly of York Springs, passed away February 18, 2026, at Green Ridge Village, Newville. He was born December 1, 1935 in Scranton to the late Anthony and Jean (Davis) Perry. Roy graduated from West Scranton in 1953. Roy was a US Army veteran, a sales rep for Stambaugh Auto

Obituary: Robert R. McQuaid

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Robert R. “Mac” McQuaid, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and uncle, passed away unexpectedly on February 17, 2026, at Gettysburg Hospital. A resident of Orrtanna, PA, since 1995, Bob was 93 years old. Born July 10, 1932, in Aspinwall to the late Edwin Heyd and Anna (Fischer) McQuaid, Bob was a proud Pittsburgh native.

Obituary: Ariel Anna Willever

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Ariel Anna Willever, a bright spirit who touched the lives of many during her brief time among us, departed this world unexpectedly on February 15, 2026, at the age of 15. Ariel was born on February 7, 2011, in Harrisburg. She is the daughter of Kayla Willever and Tyler Johnson. As a high school student,

Obituary: Theophilus “Tag” Golden

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Theophilus A. “Tag” Golden, 73, Gettysburg, PA, passed away on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at Gettysburg Hospital. He was born September 21, 1952, in Darien, GA, the son of the late Mack and Lucille Jones Golden. Tag is survived by his devoted wife of over 52 years, Linda Miller Golden. Mr. Golden was a 1971

Obituary: Thomas William Jackson, Sr.

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Thomas (Tom) W. Jackson, Sr. entered his eternal resting place on February 19, 2026. He passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his wife and family. He was 75 years old. Tom Jackson was the son of Bernard and Eileen Jackson of Dundalk, Maryland. He grew up with four siblings: Eileen Kalwa (husband Bob),

Obituary: Carl Harold Holm

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Carl Harold Holm, 101, of Paramount Senior Living, Fayetteville, PA, passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026. He was born on November 10, 1924, the son of the late Carl Emanuel and Marie Cecelia (Johnson) Holm. Carl grew up in Chicago, joined the U.S. Army Air Corps, and became a fighter pilot flying a P38

Obituary: Stanley Sherman Sutton, Sr.

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Stanley Sherman Sutton, Sr., 82, of Gettysburg, PA, died Wednesday evening, February 18, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Born July 14, 1943, in Pulaski, VA, he was the son of the late Howard M. and Emma V. (Stanley) Sutton. He was the loving husband of Loretta M. (Ward) Sutton, of Gettysburg,

Obituary: McKnight Donahugh Guise

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McKnight Donahugh Guise, of New Oxford, died February 14, 2025, at 4:33 PM. Born in Gettysburg in 1939, he graduated from Gettysburg High School in 1959 and served in the U.S. Army. From 1956 through 1959, while still in school, he worked part-time at G.C. Murphy Co. and Glenn L. Bream Garage in Gettysburg. From

Obituary: Joseph E. Loveless, Jr.

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Joseph “Joe” Ellsworth Loveless, Jr., 75, of Gettysburg, PA, passed away Saturday afternoon, February 14, 2026, at the WellSpan York Hospital. Born September 7, 1950, in Hagerstown, MD, he was the son of the late Joseph E. and Ethel J. (Zimmerman) Loveless, Sr. Mr. Loveless was an Army Veteran where he worked as a Senior

Obituary: Dortha “Dot” Danner Haskins

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Dortha Danner Haskins peacefully passed away in the presence of her family on February 14, 2026, at Gettysburg Hospital, less than three weeks shy of her 94th birthday. She was born March 4, 1932, in Old Hickory, TN, the second child of the late Luther Stanley and Ila Danner. She was preceded in death by

Obituary: Gloria V. (Klunk) Eline

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Gloria V. Eline, 93, of Hummelstown, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at her home surrounded by her family. She was the loving wife of Donald E. Eline who passed away September 26, 2006; together they shared 53 wonderful years of marriage. Born October 3, 193,2 in Gettysburg, she was the daughter of

Obituary: Donna May Edwards

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Donna May Edwards, 74, of Camp Hill, PA, died on February 16, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her family. She was born on March 31, 1951, in New York to the late Harold R. and Edith M. (Phillips) Shupp. Donna spent her early years traveling with her parents as a proud military child as

Obituary: Catherine E. Wolf

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Catherine E. Wolf, 87, of Gardners, PA, passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at UPMC Carlisle. She was born January 11, 1939, in Gardners to the late Steward and Edna (Weary) Myers and was the widow of Wesley C. Wolf, who passed away in October of 2007. Catherine attended the Orchard Springs Fellowship, where

Obituary: Daniel James Durf, Sr.

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Daniel James Durf, Sr., 70, of Shermans Dale, PA, passed away on February 11, 2026, in the UPMC Carlisle Hospital. He was born on January 8, 1956, in Carlisle, to the late Clarence and Rosie (Richwine) Durf. Daniel worked at Ames True Temper, where he was a forklift operator and was on the safety committee.

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