Obituaries

Harold Dean Thomas, age 79, of Monrovia, MD went to be with his Savior on Friday, January 21st at Gettysburg Hospital. After a 12-year battle with Parkinson’s, Harold now has a new, resurrected body in Christ. While on this side of heaven, he modeled grace and dignity as his health declined. A wonderful, loving, husband

Karen M. (Piller) Blake, 75, Gettysburg, PA, formerly of St. Johnsbury, VT, loving wife and mother of 5 children, passed away on Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at her home. She went home to her savior and will be reunited with Jeffrey Rodliff, beloved son, who predeceased her in 2005. She was also predeceased by her

Michael R. Group, age 70 of Aspers, passed away Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at his home. He was born Saturday, May 12, 195… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Samuel H. “Jim” Helsley, age 100 of Biglerville, passed away Thursday, January 20, 2022 at his home. He was born Sunday,… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Faith J. Ogilvie NA… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Roma L. Harner NA… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Dr. Daniel F. Bevilacqua passed away on January 15, 2022 at Southeast Georgia Health System, Brunswick Campus after a brief illness. He was born in Philadelphia on May 8, 1945 (VE Day), the oldest child of Daniel V. Bevilacqua and Concetta M. Lepore who predeceased him. He attended Bishop Neumann High School, and later Temple

Douglas A. Williams, 62 of Gettysburg, PA died Sunday, January 16, 2022 at Med Star Washington Hospital Center after a long illness. Born in Frederick, Maryland on February 14, 1959, he was the son of the late Douglas U. & Janice (Creamer) Williams. Doug is survived by his beloved wife, Marsha R. (Johnson) Williams. He

Randall S. “Randy” Shoemaker NA… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Jose Israel Velazquez, age 47 of Chambersburg, passed away on January 16, 2022. He was born January 22, 1974 in Mexico C… For the complete obituary, please click here.

James Terence (Terry) Wolf (71). Born Jan 10th, 1951 in Portland, OR, son of the late Ruth and Robert Wolf. Died peacefully on Jan 14th at York Hospital, PA of glioblastoma. Survived by his wife of 39 years, Lynn Garrison Wolf, daughters Kelly Frenck (Dave) and Kathleen Regentin (John); preceded in death by son Michael

Clyde H. Funt, 83, of Biglerville passed away with his loving family by his side on January 13th, 2022. Born December 11… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Betty Louise Bancroft, 91, 111 Eagles Trail, Fairfield, PA died Thursday, January 13, 2022 at the Waynesboro Hospital. She was born June 1, 1930 in Walkersville, MD the daughter of the late Ray M. and Edna B. Wilhide Baugher. She was the wife of 57 years to the late Oran Lawrence Bancroft who died in

Madelyn Joan Desonier, 91, of Gettysburg, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 11, 2022 surrounded by her adoring family. She was born the daughter of the late John and Madelyn Puglia Teichner on January 19, 1930 in Weehawken, NJ. She was the wife of the late Roland Paul Desonier, Jr., who passed away in 2004.

Darwin F. “Sonny” Heagey, 84, of Moose Road, Gettysburg passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 in his home with his daughters, after a short battle with Interstitial Lung disease. He is preceded in death by his wife of 42 years, Mary in 2004, his son-in-law Brian Miller, his sisters Martha and Joan, brother,

Steve T. Day NA… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Brian Phillips, 65 of Hanover, affectionately known as “Squirrel” or “Uncle B” passed away on Monday, January 10, 2022 a… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Rodney Coolidge Kew, age 96 of Shippensburg, passed away January 11, 2022 at the Chambersburg Hospital. He was born Febr… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Kay Phillips, 84, formerly of Gettysburg passed away on Wednesday, January 5, 2022, at SpiriTrust Lutheran, the Village at Sprenkle Drive. She was born January 5, 1938, in Danville, PA the daughter of the late Dr. Clarence Phillips and Blanche Gillespie Stratton. Kay was a graduate of Sunbury High School, Class of 1955 and a

Jeannine Mae (McFeaters) Miller, 88 of Gettysburg, PA peacefully passed away at her home on Thursday, January 6, 2022 surrounded by her family. Born December 14, 1933 in Indiana County, PA, she was the daughter of the late George & Hazel (Mack) McFeaters. Jeannine was predeceased by her husband, Marvin E. Miller, Sr., who died

Dorothy “Dottie” Marie Nunemaker, 85, of Gettysburg, PA entered God’s eternal care, Thursday, January 6, 2022 at her daughter’s home with family by her side. Born May 27, 1936 in Gettysburg, PA she was the wife of the late James K. Nunemaker for 43 years who died July 11, 1999. She was the eldest daughter

Joseph A. Slavin, 69 of Gettysburg, PA formerly of Irvington, NY passed away at The Gettysburg Hospital on Saturday, January 08, 2022. Born December 31, 1952 in Dobbs Ferry, NY, he was the son of the late Edward & Lena (Riolo) Slavin. Joseph is survived by his wife of 45 years, Susan L. Slavin. He

William J. “Bill” Redding, 58 of Hanover, PA died Sunday, January 09, 2022 at Hershey Medical Center. Born in Gettysburg, PA on March 13, 1963, he was the son of the late Herman J. & Barbara A. (Robinson) Redding, Sr. Bill was a 1981 graduate of Delone Catholic High School and a 1986 graduate of

Shelley Ann Kellogg, 63, Fairfield, PA passed away Monday, January 10, 2022 at her home. She was born June 27, 1958 in Heidelberg, Germany the daughter of the late Lex Dean and C. Odessa Mills Thornton, where father was stationed with the Navy. The family finally settled on Jack’s Mountain road in Fairfield, PA in

John Martin Fream, Sr., 85 of Mechanicsburg, formerly of Taneytown, MD passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sa… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Sgt. Major Wilmer E. “Gene” Vandegriff, US Army Retired, 81 years of age, of Fairfield, PA, passed away, Saturday, January 1, 2022 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born February 3, 1940 in Glimp, TN the son of late Montell and Ruby Pittman Vandegriff. Gene’s wife, Phyllis Van Hart Vandegriff died

Richard Brock Smyers “Rick” passed away recently at his residence in Conewago Township, Hanover, PA. Born December 28, 1962 he was the son of F. Brock and E. Diane (Corbin) Smyers, of McConnellstown, PA. Rick grew up in McConnellstown, PA where he was a member of McConnellstown United Methodist Church. He graduated from Huntingdon Area

Virginia “Ginger” Koontz Armacost NA… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Marion D. Matthias NA… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Barbara A. Griffie, age 87 of Gardners, died January 1, 2022 at ProMedica Skilled Nursing in Carlisle. Born November 8, … For the complete obituary, please click here.

Frances H. Boyer, age 86 of Biglerville, passed away peacefully, Monday, January 3, 2022, at her daughter’s home in Bigl… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Arlene A. (Beam) Wishard, age 87 of York Springs, formerly of Gardners, passed away Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at Gettys… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Roger M. Jones, age 85, of Shippensburg, passed away Thursday, January 6, 2022 at Chambersburg Hospital. He was born Sun… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Patricia A. Yasovsky, 78, of Chambersburg, died Sunday, January 2, 2022 at the Chambersburg Hospital. Born January 10, 1943, in Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late John and Ann (Bandurak) Malecki. She was the wife of Phillip L. Yasovsky, of Chambersburg to whom she was married for 51 years. Mrs. Yasovsky,

Jeffrey L Hart, age 59 of Waynesboro, passed away Tuesday, January 4, 2022 at his home. Professional services have be… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Wilma Helen Schaible, 99 formerly of Fairfield, PA passed away in Fredericksburg, VA on Thursday, December 30, 2021. Born November 3, 1922 in York Springs, PA she was the daughter of the late Lewis and Myrtle (Clapper) Potts. Wilma was predeceased by her husband, Wesley Schaible who died in 1997. She was a member of

Larry C. Hahn, 76, Brickcrafters Road, New Oxford, PA passed away Friday, December 31, 2021 at the Gettysburg Hospital. He was born October 31, 1945 in Hanover, PA, the son of the late Chester and Flora Lambert Hahn. He is survived by his wife, Arlene Bucher Hahn. Larry held many jobs in the Hanover area

Richard L. “Whip” Whippo, age 56 of Wrightsville, passed away December 29, 2021 at UPMC Osteopathic Hospital in Harrisbu… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Ruth Evelyn (Fidler) Dugan-Richmond, age 98 of Erie, formerly of Baltimore, MD, passed away December 30, 2021 at Nightin… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Gladys E. Thomas, age 80 of Arendtsville, passed away December 28th at Gettysburg Hospital. She was born October 26, 19… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Jo Rice, age 81 of Carlisle, passed away on Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at ProMedica in Carlisle – Professional servi… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Mable Virgene Hinkle, (goes by Virgene) age 95, formerly of York Springs, passed away on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Thomas A. Barr Thomas A. Barr, 78, of Littlestown, died Monday, Dec 27, 2021 at Wellspan Gettysburg Hospital…. For the complete obituary, please click here.

Martin L. Huggins, 66 of Gettysburg, PA formerly of Cumberland, Maryland died Saturday, December 25, 2021 at The Gardens in Gettysburg. Born July 26, 1955 in Louisville, KY, he was the son of the late Philip R. & Mary A. (McCreary) Huggins. Martin attended Gettysburg High School and was involved in the construction business most

Richard E. Simpson, 77, of Gettysburg, PA passed away peacefully Sunday, December 26, 2021 at his home. Born October 28, 1944 in Gettysburg he was the son of the late Ralph and Laura Simpson. He was the husband of Carol Keys Simpson, of Gettysburg, PA to whom he was married to for 23 years. Mr.

Marion Gotwald, 76, of Gettysburg, PA died peacefully Wednesday morning, December 29, 2021 at her home surrounded by her family. Born December 8, 1945 in Punxsutawney, PA she was the daughter of the late Blair and Minerva (Cessna) Meckley. She was the wife of Ronald E. Gotwald, of Gettysburg to whom she was married to

Thomas H. Guthrie, age 76 Gettysburg, died Saturday, December 25, 2021 at Gettysburg Hospital. He was born Monday, July … For the complete obituary, please click here.

Richard E. Railing, age 88 of Shippensburg, died Saturday, December 25, 2021 at WellSpan Health Chambersburg Hospital. H… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Darren E. Fair, age 59 Biglerville, passed away Saturday, December 25, 2021 at UPMC Hanover. Darren was born July 17, 19… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Wanda M. Elmore, age 80 of Biglerville, passed away December 26, 2021 with her family by her side. She was born Septemb… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Ronald L. Shriver Ronald L. Shriver, 82, of Taneytown, died Friday, December 24, at The Carroll Hospital Center in Westminster. … For the complete obituary, please click here.

Grove N. Bankert Grove N. Bankert, 87, of Silver Run died Saturday, December 25, 2021 at Carroll Hospital Center, Westminster…. For the complete obituary, please click here.

Joyce A. Eicholtz, 88 of Arendtsville, PA passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, December 25, 2021. Born in the Greenmount Area of Adams County on June 4, 1933, she was the daughter of the late Ralph & Pearl (Pitzer) Stoner. Joyce was predeceased by her husband, Irvin S. Eicholtz who died in 2005

Rosie M. Ketterman Stine, 78 of Gettysburg, PA passed away at The Gettysburg Hospital on Sunday, December 26, 2021. Born April 16, 1943 in Fairfield, PA, she was the daughter of the late George & Louise (Wetzel) Ketterman. Rosie is survived by her husband of 60 years, James C. “Jim” Stine. She was a member

John W. Haifley John W. Haifley, 99, of Littlestown died Wednesday, Dec 22, 2021, at home…. For the complete obituary, please click here.

Agnes Waters Applewhite, 93, of Washington, DC passed away on Tuesday, December 21, 2021 at Brookside Village in the Brethren Home, New Oxford, PA. She was born March 20, 1928 in Portage, PA. Her husband John R. Applewhite died in 2004. Agnes was a member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. She was a graduate

Ricky “Rick” B. Fleagle, 65, of Fairfield, PA died peacefully, Wednesday evening, December 22, 2021 at Meritus Health, Hagerstown, MD. Born October 19, 1956 in Chambersburg, PA he was the son of the late Ralph and Crene (Barmont) Fleagle. He was the husband of Margaret “Peggy” Lee (Eiker) Fleagle to whom he was married to

Catherine J. “Cathie” Bryant, 71 of Hanover, PA passed away on Friday, December 24, 2021 at the Hanover Hospital. Born in Waterloo, Indiana on November 2, 1950, she was the daughter of the late Thomas & Patricia Ann (Miser) Farrington. Cathie is survived by her husband, James E. Bryant, Jr. She was predeceased by her

Paul J. “June” Clapsaddle, Jr., age 78 of Gettysburg, passed away peacefully, at his home, after his battle with cancer,… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Jacquelyn Faye “Jackie” Wert, age 61 of Newville, passed away December 20 at her residence. Born December 26, 1959 in Ch… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Lila P. Kennedy Lila P. Kennedy, 100, of Littlestown, died Saturday, Dec 18, 2021 at The Gardens of Gettysburg…. For the complete obituary, please click here.

Joseph G. Mack, 75, Gettysburg, PA passed away Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at the Gettysburg Hospital. He was born March 17, 1946 in Philadelphia, PA the son of the late Bernard and Frances Tarsa Mack, Sr. Joe is survived by his loving partner of over 40 years, Adele Chiesa of Gettysburg, PA and a brother,

Lee Ann Tarant, 80, of Fairfield, PA went to be with her Lord and Savior Saturday afternoon, December 18, 2021 at the Gettysburg Hospital. Born August 27, 1941 in Washington, DC she was the daughter of the late William Phillip and Beatrice E. (Cope) Tarant. Lee Ann was an active member in the choir St.

Anna M. Baughman, commonly known as Ann, Anna, and most importantly Momma B. went home to be with the Lord on Monday, December 20, 2021 in her home surrounded by family. Born June 28, 1959 in Gettysburg, she was the daughter of the late Robert Baughman and Jean Myers. Anna was predeceased by her husband,

Shirley C. Bicknell, 93 of Gettysburg, PA passed away on Tuesday, December 21, 2021. Born January 3, 1928 in Chicago, IL, she was the daughter of George Henry & Hazel Hendricksen. Shirley had been employed for many years as a statistical typist for the former accounting firm of Hartlove, McGrow & Smith of Baltimore, Maryland.

David C. Stouffer, age 67, of Shippensburg, passed away Thursday, December 16, 2021 at UPMC Carlisle. He was born Thursd… For the complete obituary, please click here.

It is with heavy hearts that we had to say goodbye to a loving husband, father, and grandfather, John W. “Jack” Breighne… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Doris E. Parshall, age 92, of Chambersburg, formerly of Guilderland, NY and Shippensburg, passed away Monday, December 1… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Dylan J. Quaid, 24, of Gettysburg, PA died unexpectedly Saturday, December 11, 2021 in Bristol, PA. Born August 11, 1997 in Fairfax, VA he was the son of David M. Quaid, of Fairfax, VA and Gracie M. (Rivera) Quaid, of Gettysburg, PA. Dylan recently graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree from Temple University, and was a

Shirley P. Walter of Fairfield, PA passed away Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at the York Hospital. She was predeceased by her husband of 25 years, Richard (Dick) J. Walter, sister, Maryann Hatalsky, brothers, Terry Puida, and Larry Puida, and Joseph Spinnaweber. Her surviving sibling is Patrick Spinnaweber. She is also survived by her children, Mark

Troy A. Group, age 50 of Shippensburg, passed away Friday, December 10, 2021, at his home. He was born Thursday, October… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Doris E. Corbin, 93 of Gettysburg, PA peacefully passed away on Wednesday, December 8, 2021 at The Gettysburg Hospital. She was born January 20, 1928 in Highspire, Dauphin County, PA. Doris was predeceased by her husband, Jack R. Corbin, who died in 2005 and a son, Jeffrey R. Corbin, who died in 2003. She was

John W. Downey, 89, of Biglerville, PA, passed, as expected, Friday morning, December 10, 2021 at his daughter’s home in Westminster, MD. He was predeceased by his wife of 35 years, Rita V. Downey. Born in 1932 in Cumberland, MD; he was the son of the late Leo T. and Theresa W. Downey, Sr. He

William R. Dick, 66, 221 Cumberland Road, Camp Hill, PA passed away Friday, December 10, 2021 at his home. He was born November 13, 1955 the son of the late John C. Dick and Audrey Dunkinson Rudisill. Bill was early in his career a landscaper before his disability. He coached girls’ softball for his daughter’s

Shirley C. Gerrick Shirley C. Gerrick, 85, of Littlestown, died Monday, Dec 13, 2021 at Birch Manor Center for Rehabilitation, Sykesville, MD. … For the complete obituary, please click here.

Adam W. Popp, IV Adam W. Popp, IV, 62, of Littlestown, died Thursday, Dec 9, 2021, at UPMC Hanover Hospital…. For the complete obituary, please click here.

Patricia “Trish” A. Fetters (McGee), age 64 of Biglerville, passed away Saturday, December 4, 2021 at York Hospital. She… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Leona Marie Marpoe, age 71 of Shippensburg, passed away Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at home. Born April 8, 1950 in Newvill… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Shirley L. Rhinehart, age 65 of Gardners, passed away Wednesday, December 8, 2021 at UPMC Harrisburg Hospital. She was b… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Larry E. Funt, age 71, passed away Thursday, December 9, 2021 at his home in Wellsville. He was born Saturday, November … For the complete obituary, please click here.

Patricia A. (Bailey) “Pat” Simpson, 66 of Gettysburg, PA passed away suddenly on Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at her home. She was born March 11, 1955 in Tazewell, Virginia, and graduated from Gaithersburg High School in Maryland in 1973. Pat was predeceased by her husband, Edward W. Simpson, father Walter “Jerry” Bailey, and beloved in-laws

Bernard L. Topper, 90, Carlisle, PA formerly of Gettysburg, PA passed away on Tuesday, November 23, 2021. He was also known as Bud or Bernie. His final four years were residing at Claremont Nursing and Rehabilitation, Carlisle, PA. Thank you from the family to Claremont’s hard working “Angel’s” that loved and cared for him. He

Michael D. Pearce 64, of Gettysburg, PA passed away at home on December 3, 2021. Born July 13, 1957 in Knoxville, TN. He was the son of the late Robert and Betty Pearce Sr. He was the husband of 45 years to Deborah A. (Arentz) Pearce. In addition to his wife he is survived by

Brian J Collier Brian J. Collier, 62, of Littlestown, died Sunday, Nov 28, at UPMC Hanover Hospital…. For the complete obituary, please click here.

Robert W. Klunk Dedicated to God, family and country, Robert W. Klunk, 95, of Littlestown, PA, died peacefully Monday, November 29, 2021, at his home surrounded by his family. He was predeceased by his wife of more than 63 years, Helen V. (Myers) Klunk, who died September 2, 2014. … For the complete obituary, please

Peter Bowman McDowell passed away on Nov. 21, 2021 at the age of 79. Pete was at home surrounded by loved ones who continue to admire and revel in his strength and determination. His friends and family are aware of his faithful daily exercise routine which he continued up until his illness which worsened in

Jeffrey C. Fissel, 67, of Fairfield, PA died Monday, November 29, 2021 at his home in Fairfield. Born October 23, 1954 in Gettysburg, PA he was the son of the late Henry and Gaylia (Pepple) Fissel. Jeff was a 1973 graduate of Gettysburg High School. He worked on his uncle’s fruit farm for many years

Myrle C. May, age 88 of York Springs, passed away Sunday, November 21, 2021 at his home. He was born Thursday, May 4, 19… For the complete obituary, please click here.

Harold Ryland Garretson, age 90, of Bendersville and Gettysburg, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2021. He was the… For the complete obituary, please click here.

George Russell Koontz, age 97, of Biglerville, passed away Saturday, November 27, 2021 at the Gettysburg Center. He was … For the complete obituary, please click here.

James V. Bucci, 86, of Orrtanna, PA died Thursday evening, November 18, 2021 at the Chambersburg Hospital. Born September 4, 1935 in Winber, PA, he was the son of the late Vincenzo and Rose (Salamone) Bucci. He was the husband of Ann (Thomas) Bucci of Orrtanna to whom he was married to for 44 years.

Donald R. Reese, 60, Old Route 16, Waynesboro, PA passed away suddenly on Wednesday, November 24, 2021. He was born June 23, 1961 the son of Donald Andrews and Dorothy Reese Biser. Donald was employed at various jobs in the Fairfield area until he found his passion working in an auto body shop. He then

Millicent M. Addazio, 91, of Gettysburg, PA died Thursday morning, November 25, 2021 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Born February 16, 1930 in Pittsburgh, PA she was the daughter of the late Francis Unitas and Helen (Superfisky) Unitas Gibbs. She was the wife of the late Louis W. Addazio, who died February

Richard James Shultz, 78, Orrtanna, PA passed away on Saturday, November 27, 2021 at his home. He was born October 3, 1943 in Orrtanna, PA the son of the late Glenn and Rhonda Wilt Shultz. Mr. Shultz was a veteran of the US Army serving in the Vietnam War. For most of his life he

Ellen Jennie Stultz, 88 of Fairfield, PA passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Sunday, November 28, 2021 at SpiriTrust Lutheran The Village at Sprenkle Drive, York, PA. Born July 30, 1933 in Fairfield, PA she was the daughter of the late Harry Marshall & Ruth Edna (McCleaf) Slonaker. Ellen was predeceased by her

James L. Patterson, Sr., age 76 of Bendersville, passed away Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at his home. He was born Monda… For the complete obituary, please click here.