Obituaries

Obituary: Jayden C. Milter

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Jayden C. Milter, 17, of Orrtanna, PA died Saturday, October 16, 2021 at his home. Born March 22, 2004 in Westminster, MD he was the son of Sandra (Plunkert) Milter, of Orrtanna and David Milter, of Gettysburg. Jayden was a Senior at Gettysburg Area High School where he was an honor student. He was a

Obituary: Barbara A. ‘Bonnie’ Baker

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Barbara A. “Bonnie” Baker, age 74, of Hanover, PA passed away on Wednesday, September 29, 2021 at Penn State Hershey Medical Center. Born August 19, 1947 in Waynesboro, PA, she was the daughter of the late Earl W. & Marie A. (Tresler) Harbaugh. Bonnie is survived by her husband of 56 years, Bruce L. Baker,

Obituary: Marlin R. ‘Skip’ Fiscel

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Marlin R. “Skip” Fiscel, 86 of Gettysburg, PA passed away on Thursday, September 30, 2021 at the York Hospital. Born February 3, 1935 in Gettysburg, he was the son of the late Ralph & Lillias (Rupp) Fiscel. Skip was predeceased by his wife, Sylva Ann (Williams) Fiscel, who died in 2007. He was a member

Obituary: H. Elizabeth ‘Liz’ Krause

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H. Elizabeth “Liz” Krause, 90 of Frederick, MD formerly of Gettysburg, PA passed away on Friday, October 1, 2021 at Frederick Health Hospital. Born in Kerrville, Texas on July 17, 1931 she was the daughter of the late Ralph & Oma (Cook) Bailey. Liz was predeceased by her husband, Frederick J. Krause, who died in

Obituary: Daniel L. ‘Dan’ Lippy

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Daniel L. Lippy, 64 of New Oxford, PA died suddenly at home on Friday, October 1, 2021. Born in Gettysburg, PA on July 30, 1957, he was the son of Leroy Lippy of Hanover, PA and the late Sharon (Bankert) Lippy who died in 2000. Dan is survived by his wife of 32 years, Lauren

Obituary: William J. Hinkle

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William J. “Bill” Hinkle, 84, of Fayetteville, PA died Thursday evening, October 14, 2021 at Paramount Senior Living, Fayetteville, PA. Born December 27, 1936 in Lewisburg, WV he was the son of the late Ray and Ada (Groves) Hinkle. He was the husband of Marsha G. (Gordon) Hinkle, of Fayetteville to whom she was married

Obituary: Shane C. Taylor

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Shane C. Taylor, 42, Gardners, PA passed away on Saturday, October 16, 2021 at the Gettysburg Hospital. He was born March 5, 1979 in Gettysburg, PA the son of Wade Taylor of Biglerville, PA and Brenda Richards Jeffiries of Arendtsville. In addition to his parents he is survived by his wife Wendy Dressel Taylor, two

Obituary: Robert E. Shields

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Robert E. Shields, age 66 of Shippensburg, died Wednesday October 13, 2021 at Chambersburg Hospital. Born June 6, 1955 in Carlisle, son of the late Anna Mary (Shields) Martin. Bob was a retired forklift operator for Allen Distribution in Carlisle. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, riding his Can-Am Spyder, long drives through the mountains, and

Obituary: Timothy Owen ‘Tim’ Clapsadle

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Timothy Owen “Tim” Clapsadle, 53 of Orrtanna, PA passed away on Monday, September 27, 2021 at the Chambersburg Hospital. Born March 29, 1968 in Gettysburg, PA, he was the son of Mary (Buckley) Clapsadle of Orrtanna, and the late Lawrence Clapsadle. Tim is survived by his wife of 21 years, Sue A. (Troutman) Clapsadle and

Obituary: Barry E. Chronister

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Barry Edward Chronister age 67, passed away on October 8, 2021. Barry was born November 30, 1953 in York, PA. and lived at the family home in the Dillsburg area for most of his life. He was a member of Fairfield Mennonite Church in Fairfield. He was a kind, generous, loving father, husband and friend.

Obituary: Clarence K. Williams

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Clarence K. Williams, 69, Gettysburg, PA passed away on Friday, October 8, 2021 at York Manor Care North, York, PA. He was born October 21, 1951 the son of the late Frank and Myrtle Stoner Williams, Sr. Clarence is survived by his wife, Diane Crouse Williams. Clarence was a veteran of the US Army. For

Obituary: Norman Eugene Wright Jr.

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Norman Eugene Wright Jr., age 62, of Newburg, PA, passed away on Saturday, October 2, 2021, at his home. Born Tuesday, November 4, 1958, he was the son of the late Norman Eugene and Darlene Marie (McFerren) Wright Sr. During his working years Norman was employed by Deans Roofing, Cogwells, Domestic Pump, Musselman’s Fruit and

Obituary: Mary Price Hornby

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Mary Price Hornby, 81, Gettysburg, PA formerly of Ridgewood, New Jersey passed away from Alzheimer’s on Saturday, October 2, 2021 at Paramount Senior Living in Fayetteville, PA. She was born April 7, 1940 in Scarsdale, NY the daughter of Wesley and Olga Feldsine Price. Mary is survived by her husband of 51 years, David Hornby.

Obituary: Matthew David Whetzel

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Matthew “Matt” David Whetzel, age 44, of Greencastle, passed away suddenly Sunday, October 3, 2021 at LeConte Medical Center in Sevierville, TN. He was born October 7, 1976 in Baltimore, MD, as the son of Albert L. and the late Ethel L. (Heavner) Whetzel. Matt graduated in the Class of 1995 from Waynesboro High School.

Obituary: Barbara A. Claar

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Barbara A. Claar, age 82 of Gettysburg, died October 3, 2021 at home surrounded by her family. Born February 22, 1939 in Gettysburg, daughter of the late Lloyd and Irma (Collins) Miller. She was the widow of Ralph Daun Claar. Barbara was a member of Mountain Top Ministries, loved playing, singing and listening to country

Obituary: Margaret L. Keckler

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Margaret L. Keckler, of New Oxford, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great grandmother and sister, died Thursday September 30, 2021 at Holy Spirit Hospital, at the age of 89. She was born March 7, 1932 in Carlisle, daughter of the late Carl and Carolyn (Frost) Beam. Margaret was an assembly line worker at Eaton Diton

Obituary: Thomas Mitchell Shields, Sr.

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Thomas, “Tom”, Mitchell Shields, Sr., age 65, of Shippensburg, passed away Thursday, September 30, 2021 at Chambersburg Hospital. He was born April 5, 1956 in Carlisle, as the son of the late Charles J. Shields, Sr., and Demmie Ann (Geyer) Shields. Tom graduated from Shippensburg High School. He worked as a roofer for his entire

Obituary: Lora Mae Shaffer

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Lora Mae Shaffer, age 78, of Fairfield, went peacefully into the arms of her Lord and Savior on Sunday, October 3, 2021. She was born November 13, 1942 in Gettysburg, PA. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of over fifty years, James “Mick” Shaffer and their infant daughter,

Obituary: Kimberly A. Smith

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Kimberly A. Smith, 64, Fairfield, PA passed away suddenly on Tuesday, September 29, 2021 at her home. She was born in Baltimore City, Maryland the daughter of Ivan and Jane Andrest Allen. Kim transitioned through many careers during her lifetime, but consistently had a passion for horses and art. Kim loved horseback riding as well

Obituary: Rev. David W. Clark

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Rev. David W. Clark, 74, Biglerville, PA passed away on Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at Hershey Medical Center. He was born July 12, 1947 in Johnstown, PA, the son of the late George A. and Maxine Reitz Clark. David is survived by his wife, Tara Reighard Clark, a daughter, Christy Clark of Elizabethtown, PA, and

Obituary: Victoria A. Foth

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Victoria A. Foth, 65 of Gettysburg, PA passed away on Thursday, September 30, 2021 at the Waynesboro Hospital. Born March 1, 1956 in Gettysburg, she was the daughter of Earl Leroy & Betty Jane (Milhimes) Steinour of Gettysburg. She was a customer service representative with the Gettysburg Travel Council and later for guest services at

Obituary: Frederick ‘Pops’ Spohrer

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Frederick W. “Pops” Spohrer, 96, Gettysburg, PA formerly of Philadelphia, PA, died peacefully at his home on Tuesday, September 21, 2021 surrounded by his family. He was born August 6, 1925 in Philadelphia PA, the son of the late Frederick W. and Sophie Schwartz Spohrer, Sr. He was a devoted family man married for 42

Obituary: Teresa Rae O’Donnell

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Teresa Rae O’Donnell, age 62 of Shippensburg, passed away August 30, 2021 at Wellspan Health York Hospital. Born November 10, 1958 in Chambersburg, she was the daughter of the late Leroy, Sr. and Louise (Henderson) Lynch. Teresa was a CNA for various health care facilities in the area, including Falling Spring, Shippensburg Health Center and

Obituary: Charlotte M. “Cheri” Hess

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Charlotte M. “Cheri” Hess Charlotte M. “Cheri” Hess, 59, of Littlestown, died Thursday, Aug 26, at her home.  She was the wife of Todd Hess for 29 years. Born March 12, 1962 in Baltimore, Cheri was the daughter of the late Milton Hitt & Margaret (Griffin) H Thomas and step daughter of Carol Hitt of

Obituary: Leonard E. Morrison, Sr.

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Leonard E. Morrison, Sr., 70, Hanover, PA passed away on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at his home. He was born July 27, 1951 in Williamsport, PA the son of the late Walter and Catherine Scott Morrison, Sr. Leonard was predeceased by his wife, Karen Morrison, and his three sisters Violet (Cookie), Lettie, and Annie. Leonard

Obituary: Margaret Louise Weikel

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Margaret “Peggy” Louise Maitland Weikel, 90, passed away peacefully on the morning of Thursday, August 26, 2021 while in hospice care at her daughter and son-in-law’s home in Gettysburg. She was born September 15, 1930 in Williamsport, PA the daughter of the late Isaac William and Margaret Lula Wolfe Maitland. Her husband, Dr. Dexter N.

Obituary: Raymond T. Orndorff

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Raymond Thomas Orndorff, 74, of Bonneauville, PA passed away on Saturday, September 4, 2021 at Genesis Healthcare in Gettysburg after a lengthy illness. He was the son of the late Louise (Myers) and Vincent Orndorff. Raymond enjoyed aviation, woodworking, golfing, bowling, ceramics and being with family. He was a graduate of New Oxford High School

Obituary: David James Mickley

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David James Mickley, 77 of Fairfield, PA passed away in the early morning of September 6, 2021 surrounded by his family following a brief illness. He was born June 03, 1944 in Hanover, PA son of the late Robert O. & Elizabeth Seal Mickley. Dave is survived by his companion of 29 years, Thelma “Cass”

Obituary: Raymond T. Orndorff

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Raymond Thomas Orndorff, 74, of Bonneauville, PA passed away on Saturday, September 4, 2021 at Genesis Healthcare in Gettysburg after a lengthy illness. He was the son of the late Louise (Myers) and Vincent Orndorff. Raymond enjoyed aviation, woodworking, golfing, bowling, ceramics and being with family. He was a graduate of New Oxford High School

Obituary: David James Mickley

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David James Mickley, 77 of Fairfield, PA passed away in the early morning of September 6, 2021 surrounded by his family following a brief illness. He was born June 03, 1944 in Hanover, PA son of the late Robert O. & Elizabeth Seal Mickley. Dave is survived by his companion of 29 years, Thelma “Cass”

Obituary: Nancy E. Hartman

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Nancy E. Hartman, 89, of Mechanicsburg, PA passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, September 7, 2021. Born July 6, 1932 in Gettysburg, PA, she was the daughter of Ralph and Ruth Butt. She was predeceased by her husband of 70 years, Virgil R. Hartman. She is survived by 3 children: Cheryl Paull and husband

Obituary: Richard W. Guindon

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Richard William Guindon, 62, of Littlestown, PA passed away on September 2, 2021. “Richie” grew up in Greenbrook, NJ and worked for Anheuser-Busch for 25+ years. He was a beloved husband, father, brother, Pop-Pop and friend. He enjoyed spending time golfing and watching the Cleveland Browns. Richard will be dearly missed and always remembered as

Obituary: Eric D. Lindeman

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Eric Lindeman was born Oct 2, 1955 at the Annie M. Warner Hospital in Gettysburg, PA and died in the same hospital (renamed) 65 years later on August 24. 2021. Eric grew up in Gettysburg, the son of Prof. Ralph Donald Lindeman and Antonia Cavicchia Lindeman. His mother died when he was twelve and his

Obituary: Clarence E. Scott, Sr.

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Clarence E. Scott, Sr., 79, of Gettysburg, PA passed away peacefully, August 26, 2021 at his home. Born September 5, 1941 in Kittanning, PA he was the son of the late Charles an Ethel Scott. He was the husband of the late Linda K. Scott, who died in October of 2013. Mr. Scott retired from

Obituary: Vicky J. Squires

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Vicky J. Squires, 62, of Gettysburg, PA died Saturday evening, August 28, 2021 at the York Hospital. Born October 5, 1958 in Odessa, TX she was the daughter of the late William and Doris (Roberts) Haney. She was the wife of William M. Squires, III, of Gettysburg to whom she was married for 32 years.

Obituary: Richard L. Drobenak

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On August 30th, 2021 Richard L. Drobenak passed on to the big workshop in the sky to make wooden crosses with Joe. Rick was born on July 10th, 1954 to Teresa Drobenak (Yarina) and the late Louis Drobenak in Exeter, PA. He is survived by wife of 42 years, Deborah Drobenak (Hoover), his children Brandon

Obituary: Nancy M. Kranias

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Nancy M. Kranias, 85, of Gettysburg, passed into the arms of Jesus on Thursday, August 26, 2021 surrounded by her family. Nancy was born April 27, 1936 in Biglerville, PA to George and Ruth (Decker) Heller. She was a 1954 graduate of Biglerville High School. After high school she took a job at the former

Obituary: Ivan M. Bollinger, Sr.

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Ivan M. Bollinger, Sr., 94, South Washington Street, Gettysburg, PA passed away at his home surrounded by his family on Thursday, August 26, 2021. He was born May 15, 1927 in Harney, MD the son of the late Allen and Emma Stonesifer Bollinger. Ivan’s wife, Mary Catherine Vaugh Bollinger died in 2001. Ivan was a

Obituary: Robin L. Rhodes

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Robin L. Rhodes, 63 of Fayetteville, PA formerly of Gettysburg, PA passed away on Friday, August 20, 2021 at The Chambersburg Hospital. Born October 26, 1957 in Gettysburg, she was the daughter of Shelby (Dick) Rhodes of Gettysburg and the late George H. Rhodes. Robin had been employed for a number of years with the

Obituary: Sharon Diane Johnson

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Sharon D. Johnson, age 72 of Gettysburg, PA passed away at the Gettysburg Hospital on Saturday, August 21, 2021. Born February 20, 1949 in Gettysburg, she was the daughter of the late George R. & Janet (Carter) Miller. Sharon graduated from Gettysburg High School in 1967. In 1976 Sharon became the first employee hired by

Obituary: Robert F. Zellner

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Robert F. Zellner, 88, of Palmyra, formerly of Gettysburg, East Stroudsburg, and Nazareth, PA, passed on to his heavenly home on Saturday, August 21, 2021, at Palmyra’s Londonderry Village, ending his battle with Parkinson’s disease. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 66 years, Arlene Heckman Zellner, and two children: Kathy, of

Obituary: Paul T. Keller

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Paul T. Keller, 81, of Gettysburg, PA died Sunday, August 22, 2021 at the York Hospital. Born March 28, 1940 in Gettysburg, PA he was the son of the late Frank A. and Mary K. (Hevner) Keller. Mr. Keller was a member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Gettysburg. He was a proud Veteran of

Obituary: Melvin ‘Buster’ Strausbaugh

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Melvin R. “Buster” Strausbaugh, 69, Gettysburg, PA formerly of Fairfield, PA passed away on Saturday, August 14, 2021 at the Gettysburg Hospital. He was born March 20, 1952 in Gettysburg, PA the son of the late Harry A. and Susan Smith Strausbaugh. Buster is survived by his wife Thelma Hahn Strausbaugh. Mr. Strausbaugh worked for

Obituary: Marjorie J. Bradley

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Marjorie June Bradley (nee Lamb) passed away Sunday, August 15th, 2021 at home in the loving care of her sons, Eric and Calvin. Born October 20, 1925 in Cleveland, OH, my mom’s adventures in life began early. After her father lost his politically appointed engineering job and the Great Depression began, the family moved to

Obituary: John F.W. Last

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John Francis William Last, 90, of Fairfield, PA, died Wednesday evening, August 18, 2021 at the Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon, PA. Born June 5, 1931 in Debenham, Suffolk, England he was the son of the late Francis and Amy Mary (Woods) Last. He was the husband of the late Jean (Woods) Last who died November

Obituary: Melvin C. Hewitt, Sr.

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Melvin C. Hewitt, Sr. age 86, of Fairfield, PA passed away at his home on Wednesday, August 18, 2021 after a long illness. Born April 02, 1935 in Thurmont, Maryland, he was the son of the late Melvin J. & Charlotte (Donnelly) Hewitt. Melvin was predeceased by his wife of 65 years, Patricia (Topper) Hewitt,

Obituary: Nicholas M. Rusinko

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Amazing grace, how sweet the sound of the party of all the angels welcoming Nick Rusinko, 26, of Wellsville, PA into the glory of God’s Kingdom. Nick passed from this life on August 14, 2021. Nick was a 2013 graduate of Bermudian Springs High and graduated from Wyncode Academy with a certificate in Software Engineering.

Obituary: Simonne M. Forsythe-Carrier

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Simonne M. Forsythe-Carrier, 30, Waynesboro, PA passed away on Saturday, August 14, 2021 as the result of an automobile accident. She was born April 20, 1991 in Waynesboro, PA the daughter of Vernon and April Dunnavan Carrier of Waynesboro, PA. She is survived by her husband, Jeremy Forsythe of Waynesboro, PA. Simonne was a graduate

Obituary: Joshua D. Laird

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Joshua D. Laird, 46, of Fairfield, PA, died Wednesday August 11, 2021 at the MedStar Hospital in Washington, DC as a result of injuries sustained while fighting a fire for Frederick County Fire and Rescue. Josh was born April 24, 1975 in Tyrone, PA the son of Waneta (Bakner) Kipe and his step-father Chuck Kipe,

Obituary: Albert Wayne Thomas

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Albert Wayne Thomas, 83, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on August 12, 2021 at his home in Gettysburg, PA. He was born November 23, 1937, in Newport, OH and was the son of Hallie Burton and George Thomas. Wayne served with the U.S. Air Force for 4 years. He joined the Marietta Police Department

Obituary: Linda L. Strausbaugh

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Linda L. Strausbaugh, 77, Hanover, PA, formerly of Gettysburg, suddenly entered God’s Kingdom on Thursday, August 12, 2021 at UPMC Hanover surrounded by her family. She was born September 21, 1943 in Hanover, PA, the daughter of the late Louis and Wortha Pyles Leist. Linda’s husband of 57 years, Robert E. Strausbaugh passed away January

Obituary: Orville R. ‘Pete’ Gelwicks

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Orville R. “Pete” Gelwicks, 88, passed away Thursday morning, August 5, 2021, at Paramount Senior Living in Fayetteville. He was the husband of Joan M. (Bowmaster) Gelwicks Pete was born December 21, 1932, in Chambersburg, the son of the late Walter B. and Alta M. (Spangler) Gelwicks. After high school, Pete entered the Air Force

Obituary: Ronald L. Miller, Jr.

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Ronald L. Miller, Jr., 40, of Hanover, PA died Saturday, August 7, 2021 at the UPMC Harrisburg Hospital. Born November 3, 1980 in Hanover, PA he was the son of Joanne (Shultz) Miller, of Hanover, PA and the late Ronald L. Miller, Sr. Ron worked for 22 years at the former Quad Graphics in Fairfield,

Obituary: Robert Armstrong Bonham

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Robert “Bob” Armstrong Bonham, 93, who resided in Delray Beach Florida, passed away on the evening of August 7, 2021. He lived in Florida for the past 31 years. He was born in Woodhull, Illinois, the son of Rev. Robert T. Bonham and Margaret (Armstrong) Bonham. He is survived by his wife, Ellen Rice Bonham

Music Together® Classes to Return to ACAC

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The Adams County Arts Council (ACAC) is bringing Music Together® classes back to its Arts Education Center (AEC) beginning in September. Ten-week sessions for families with young children will be held on Friday and Saturday mornings beginning on September 17 at the AEC, located at 125 South Washington Street, Gettysburg, PA. To register, please visit www.adamsarts.org or call

Obituary: Lauretta M. (Ripka) Cline

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Lauretta M. (Ripka) Cline, 79, of Waynesboro, PA died Tuesday morning, August 3, 2021 at her home. Born April 21, 1942 in Bellefonte, PA she was the daughter of the late Ralph and Mary (Crandell) Rudy. She was the wife of the late Wayne Cline who died in November 1996. Lauretta is survived by her

Obituary: Ben DiCesare

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Ben DiCesare, 86, of Wintersville died Wednesday, August 4, 2021 at Weirton Medical Center. He was born May 31, 1935 in Steubenville, Oh. He is the son of the late Alfonso and Gilda Coppa DiCesare. He is also preceded in death by brother John DiCesare and sisters’ Constance Bjelac and Judy Shay. Ben was retired

Obituary: Jeanne W. Wisser

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Jeanne W. Wisser, 83, of Fairfield Pennsylvania passed peacefully from this life on Thursday, August 5, at her home after a long, courageous, and debilitating battle with chronic Lyme’s Disease. Jeanne was born May 18, 1938 in Elyria, Ohio; the daughter of Wayne and Margaret Wise. Jeanne is survived by her husband of 63 years,

Obituary: Leona Lee VanMetre

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Leona Lee VanMetre, 87 of Hedgesville, West Virginia passed away at the home of her daughter in Fairfield, PA on Sunday, August 8, 2021. Born on June 26, 1934 in Martinsburg, West Virginia, she was the daughter of the late John Reese & Anna May (Stockes) Houck. Leona was predeceased by her husband of 66

Obituary: Melissa ‘Missy’ Evans

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Melissa Evans (Missy) born in Gettysburg to Gary Jr Evans and the late Olive Evans of Gettysburg passed away at 46 in her home on Saturday July 24th 2021 suddenly and unexpected. Missy was predeceased by her husband Dennis Graham of Fayetteville and her niece Shianne Hibbitt of Georgia. She is survived by her brother

Obituary: Mary Ann Woodward

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Mary Ann Woodward, 73, 1075 Old Harrisburg Road, Gettysburg, PA, passed away Saturday, July 31, 2021 at SpiriTrust – Gettysburg. She was born February 8, 1948 in Washington, D.C., the daughter of the late Jack B and Evelyn Branigan Wirsching. Mary grew up in Hyattsville, MD and graduated from Northwestern Senior High School. She earned

Obituary: Richard Barry Trostel

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Richard Barry Trostel 77 of Biglerville, PA passed away on Saturday, July 31, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family. Born in Gettysburg, PA on April 15, 1944, he was the son of the late Richard Bream & Ruth (Martz) Trostel. Barry is survived by his beloved wife of 56 years, Janette Marie (Sanni)

Obituary: Gladys V. Woerner

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Gladys Virginia Crabill Woerner passed away Tuesday, July 27, 2021 at York Hospital after a brief illness. She had enjoyed good health right up until a few weeks before her death. She had been a guest at SpiriTrust, the Village of Gettysburg for the past year and a half in Personal Care. She was born