Obituaries

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

Obituary: Jeffrey ‘Stan’ Slote

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Jeffrey Stanton “Stan” Slote, 56, of Gettysburg, PA died unexpectedly on July 13, 2021, from injuries sustained from a fall at his home. Stan was the loving husband of Tamara Klader Slote. He was born on January 28, 1965, to Linda K. and Jeffrey L. Slote of Mount Joy, Pa. Stan graduated from Ephrata High

Obituary: J. Fred Schultz

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J. Fred Schultz, 89, Gettysburg, PA, passed away on Friday, July 23, 2021 at Paramount Senior Living, Fayetteville, PA. He was born October 24, 1931 in Gettysburg, the son of the late Lloyd E. and Alice G. Hummelbaugh Schultz. Fred is survived by his wife of 65 years, Shelby Jean Herman Schultz, a son, Frederick

Obituary: Kraig B. Felt, Jr.

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Kraig B. Felt, Jr., 53, Camp Gettysburg Road, Gettysburg, PA passed away on Friday, July 16, 2021 in Gettysburg, PA. He was born January 15, 1968 in Reno, NV the son of the late Kraig B. Felt, Sr. and Marilyn Coltrin Felt of Burley, ID. Kraig is survived by his wife Jennifer Nicole (Pester) Felt.

Obituary: Linda Lee E. Punchard

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Linda Lee E. Punchard, 72, of Gettysburg, died Saturday, July 17th at Gettysburg Hospital. Linda was born, August 7, 1948 in Coatesville, PA the eldest child of Maurice Jr. and Eleanor Alexander. She was pre-deceased by two brothers, Wesley and Bernard, as well as her parents. At age 16 Linda accepted God’s gift of forgiveness

Obituary: William ‘Bill’ Singley

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William C. “Bill” Singley, 87 of Fairfield, PA passed away on Saturday, July 10, 2021 at Quincy Village. Born August 27, 1933 in Fairfield, PA, he was the son of the late Russell & Elva (Sites) Singley. Bill was predeceased by his wife, Carolyn R. “Peg” (Fiscel) Singley, who died in 1990. Bill had been

Obituary: Bradley J. Deckert

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Bradley J. Deckert, 56, Mummasburg Road, Gettysburg, PA passed away on Wednesday, July 14, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born October 24, 1964 in Gettysburg, PA the son of James and Ann Davis Deckert of Gettysburg, PA. Brad was a graduate of the Lincoln Intermediate Unit in New Oxford, PA.

Obituary: Willetta D. ‘Billie’ Lady

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Willetta D. (Billie) Lady entered into God’s care on July 5, 2021. Billie was born to Bill and Grace Blair in Flint, Michigan on May 11, 1927. She married Norm on December 27, 1947 and together they raised three daughters, Kris (Paul), Karin (Kuntz), and Joann (Mickley) in Quaker Valley, Biglerville. In the 70’s, they

Obituary: Judy Lynn F. Woolston

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Judy Lynn F. Woolston, 81, of Gettysburg, PA died Sunday, July 11, 2021 at MedStar Hospital in Washington, DC. Born March 21, 1940 in Plainfield, NJ, she was the daughter of the late William and Olive (Grant) Fickes. She was the wife of William W. Woolston, III, of Gettysburg, PA to whom she was married

Obituary: Elsie R. Honer

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Elise R. Honer, 95, Goldenville Road, Gettysburg, PA passed away Tuesday, July 13, 2021 at Transitions Healthcare. She was born in Yeadon, PA the daughter of the late Albert O. and Edna Reith Westerberg. Her husband of 68yrs Charles Edward Honer, Jr. died in 2011. For many years, Elise was a secretary for the Office

Obituary: Lester D. Carey

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: Lester D. Carey, age 101, of Gettysburg, PA passed away at Genesis Gettysburg Center on Friday, July 9, 2021 after a long illness. Born January 25, 1920 in Biglerville, PA, he was the son of the late Otho & Eva (Mickley) Carey. Lester is survived by his wife of 72 years, Dorothy (Miller) Carey.

Obituary: Annabelle McDaniel

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Annabelle McDaniel, 85, of Harrisburg passed away 11th day, July, 2021. Annabelle was born July 3, 1936, in Greenmount, PA. She was a daughter of the late Paul and Ellen Rhea Moritz. Mrs. McDaniel was a graduate of Gettysburg Area High School in 1954. She worked for over 20 years as a home health caregiver

Obituary: Margaret ‘Peg’ Paris

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Margaret (Peg) A. Paris, 93, of Gettysburg, died peacefully at her home on Tuesday, June 29, 2021. She was born January 27, 1928 in Gettysburg, the daughter of the late Howard G. Ridinger and Amy (Sheads) Ridinger. She was also preceded in death by her husband Robert Paris and beloved son, Robert Paris Jr. Peg

Obituary: Thomas E. Cashman

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Thomas E. Cashman, 68, of York Springs, PA died suddenly, Thursday morning, July 1, 2021 at his home. Born April 9, 1953 in Mechanicsburg, PA he was the son of the late Thomas Horner and Frances (Baker) Cashman. He was the husband of Kathy (Stoner) Cashman, of York Springs, to whom he was married to

Obituary: Cherie E. Andrews

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Cherie Elaine Andrews, 71, a lifelong resident of Adams County, PA died suddenly at her home, Saturday morning, July 3, 2021. Born April 11, 1950 in Gettysburg, PA she was the daughter of the late Ellis and Betty Jane (Miller) Smith, Jr. She was the wife of Charles Andrews, of Biglerville, PA to whom she

Obituary: David A. Hull

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David Allen Hull, 67, Of Gettysburg, PA died suddenly and unexpectedly at his home in the early morning hours of Tuesday, June 29, 2021. David was the son of the late John A. Hull and the late Gladys Miller Hull, of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. David graduated from Gettysburg Area High School in 1971. He went on

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