Obituary: Ray Daniel Marsh

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Ray Daniel Marsh entered into eternal peace on August 3, 2025, at the LifeBridge Health- Dove House in Westminster, Maryland. Born on August 31, 1947, to Elwood and Evelyn Marsh of Silver Run, Maryland, Ray was a graduate of Westminster High School, Class of 1965. Ray shared 56 years of marriage with his beloved wife,

Obituary: Betty M. Mummert

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Betty M. Mummert, 83, passed away Saturday, August 2, 2025 at Hanover Hall. She was the loving wife of Joel D. Mummert who passed away June 23, 2008. Born December 28, 1941 in Hanover, she was the daughter of the late Raymond M. and Mae K. (Osborne) Fridinger. Betty was employed for 35 years with

Obituary: Joan K. Gormley

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Joan Darlene (Knox) Gormley of Naples, Fla., passed away peacefully at her daughters home, with family by her side, on July 28, 2025 She had just celebrated her 94th birthday, being born July 15, 1931, and in Gettysburg, Pa. Predeceased by her father Paul R. Knox ( Lucille) of Gettysburg, Pa. and mother Evelyn Spence

Obituary: Mildred P. Snyder

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Mildred P. Snyder, age 95 of New Oxford, formerly of Biglerville, passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at Cross Keys Village. She was born on Friday, November 22, 1929, in Straban Twp. Adams Co., the daughter of the late James E. and Dora M. (Smith) Ford. Mildred graduated from New Oxford High School in

Obituary: Nancy Frazier

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Nancy June Frazier, 90, beloved wife of David L. Frazier Sr., passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at Amoroso Nursing – Assisted Living in York. Nancy was born on Friday, January 18, 1935, in Hershey. She is the daughter of the late Amos Allen and Mary Virginia (Jameson) Peck. Nancy was a homemaker

Obituary: William David Cacese

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William David Cacese, age 63, of Shippensburg, loving husband of Pamela Switalski, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at his home. William was born on Saturday, September 23, 1961, in Pittsburgh. He is the child of the late William and Paula (Stampo) Cacese. He was employed as a Senior Master Tech at Ford

Obituary: David L. Hawkins Jr.

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David L. Hawkins Jr., 64, of Carlisle, passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at his home. He was born on Friday, May 26, 1961, in Carlisle. He is the son of the late David Lawrence and Patricia Ann (Waugh) Hawkins. David was a cook in various restaurants for most of his working career. He

Obituary: Clyde Andrew Wenschhof, Jr.

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Clyde Andrew Wenschhof, Jr., 88, of Fairfield, PA, passed away peacefully at home on July 4, 2025, with his wife and daughter by his side. Clyde was born January 26, 1937 in Annie M Warner Hospital (now Gettysburg Hospital) to the late Verna May (Ney) Wenschhof and Clyde A. Wenschhof Sr. Altogether, Clyde lived in

Obituary: Sherry Lee Cohen

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Our beloved Sherry passed peacefully on Friday morning, July 11, 2025, at her home in Gettysburg, PA, where she resided with her husband of 27 years, Jay Cohen. She lived 75 beautiful years. She is survived by her husband Jay, her daughters Chrissy, Cindy, and Cassie, her sons-in-law Tom and Patrick, and six grandchildren: Lexie,

Obituary: Linda M. Kimple

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Linda M. Kimple, 75, of Harrisburg, PA, passed away on Friday, July 25, 2025, surrounded by family and friends at UPMC Harrisburg Hospital. She was born June 26, 1950, in Gettysburg, PA, the daughter of the late William and Beatrice (Baker) Kimple. Linda was a longtime and active member of Saint Catherine Laboure Catholic Church

Obituary: Elsie P. Cool

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Elsie P. Cool, 93, of Biglerville, PA, died Sunday morning, July 20, 2025, at Chambersburg Nursing and Rehab Home. She was born September 13, 1931, in Gettysburg, PA, and was the wife of the late John A. Cool, who died in 2023. Mrs. Cool worked for CH Musselman where she worked for 40 years. She

Obituary: Jean E. Tully

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Jean E. Tully, 92, of New Oxford, passed away Saturday, July 26, 2025, at The Brethren Home. She was the loving wife of James P. Tully, who passed away on August 9, 2010. Born August 26, 1932, in Gettysburg, she was the daughter of the late Kathleen and Norman Heiner and was raised by her

Obituary: Conner Edward Nichols

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Conner Edward Nichols, 21, of Hanover, passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. Born August 4, 2003, in Columbia, MD, he was the loving son of Paul Nichols and Kay (Cosner) Nichols, both of Hanover. Conner graduated in 2022 from Littlestown High School and recently received his CDL, Commercial Drivers License. He was most recently

Obituary: Dorothy I. Shaffer

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Dorothy I. Shaffer, age 90 of Biglerville, passed away July 14, 2025, at home, surrounded by her family. She was born November 25, 1934, in Fairfield to the late George and Ethel (Warren) McGlaughlin. Dorothy retired from Mussleman’s, attended Bethel Assembly of God Church in Littlestown, enjoyed fishing and camping at Indian River, and crocheting,

Obituary: Peggy S. Gentile

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Peggy Gentile, also known as “Granny” to many of us, was an outstanding Daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. As a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, she shared her strength, determination, and a bit of stubbornness with each new generation. Peggy always stood by her husband’s side, showing her deep love and devotion to

Obituary: Arlene I. Heintzelman

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Arlene Idele Heintzelman, age 100, of Gettysburg, PA, passed away Tuesday morning, July 15, 2025, at her son’s home in Gettysburg. Born January 11, 1925, in Latimore Township, Adams County, she was the daughter of the late Dewey and Reba (Smith) Epley. Arlene was the wife of the late Charles Andrew Heintzelman, who passed away

Obituary: Oscar Earl Goad

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Oscar Earl Goad, 90, of Littlestown, PA, passed away Friday, July 18, 2025, in his home surrounded by family and friends. He was the husband of the late Bernielou M. (Mueller) Goad. “Earl,” as he was known by his family and friends, fell in love with Bernielou in junior high school. They married after high

Obituary: Helen Paul Branum

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Helen Paul Branum, 99, died Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Genesis Healthcare in Gettysburg. Born August 28, 1925, in Long Beach, California, she was the 2nd of five children to Herbert and Maggie Bell (Suber) Paul. She lived in Shreveport, Louisiana, when she met William Stacy Branum, a WW2 Bomber Pilot and former P.O.W. (of

Obituary: Donna Jean Riley

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We find solace in knowing that Donna Jean Riley, affectionately called “Meemaw” by many loved ones, has entered the gates of Heaven and is now at peace. Donna was born on July 28, 1938, to the late Ralph L. and Eltina Fanus Chronister. She was a devoted wife to her late husband, Harold “Tom” Riley

Obituary: Anna Marie Baker

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Anna Marie (Swope) Baker, age 93, of Gettysburg, PA, entered into God’s eternal care on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at Wellspan Gettysburg Hospital. Born Monday, December 14, 1931, in Bonneauville, she was the daughter of the late George and Mary (Ginter) Swope. Anna was a 1949 graduate of Delone Catholic High School. Anna worked for

Obituary: Dr. Edward Joseph Baranski

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Dr. Edward Joseph Baranski, 91, passed away on July 13, 2025. Edward was born in Nanticoke, PA on October 12th, 1933, but has been in Gettysburg, PA for over 60 years. He was a loving and faithful husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He leaves behind his cherished family; his wife Georgine M. Baranski, his sons

Obituary: Logan S. Evans

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Logan S. Evans, 30, of Abbottstown, PA, died Friday, July 11, 2025. Born May 4, 1995, in Hanover, PA, he was the son of Donna L. (Howlett) Wolf and her husband, Jeremy, and Larry Q. Evans, Jr., and his step-mother, Rebecca Kennedy. Logan most recently worked as a supervisor at Harley-Davidson in York, but also

Obituary: Henry O. Heiser, III

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It is with deep sadness that the family of Attorney Henry O. Heiser, III, of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, announces his peaceful passing on July 12, 2025. Henry was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on February 23, 1942, to Henry O. Heiser, Jr. and Viola M. Heiser. He was raised in Williamsport, PA, and attended Williamsport High School,

Obituary: Artem Leontiev

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Artem “Art” Leontiev, 38 of Washington, DC, and Gettysburg, PA, died suddenly on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. Born August 27, 1986, he was the son of Michael & Natalie Leontiev of Washington, DC. He was a graduate of the University of Maryland and had been employed by UPS and the Gettysburg YMCA. He attended Christ

Obituary: Louis E. Hilker

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Louis E. Hilker, 90, of Hanover, PA, passed away Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Hanover Hall. He was the husband of the late Miriam A. (Messinger) Hilker. Together they shared 47 years of marriage at the time of her death. Born December 29, 1934, on the family farm west of Hanover, he was the son

Obituary: Robert Steele, Jr.

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Robert Steele, Jr., 67, of Littlestown and formerly of Baltimore, MD, passed away at his home surrounded by his family on Saturday, July 12, 2025. He was the loving husband of Charlene J. (Davis) Steele, Littlestown; together they shared 45 years of marriage. Born August 18, 1957, in Welch, WV, he was the son of

Obituary: Ruth Gallagher Keilholtz

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Ruth Gallagher Keilholtz, 98, formerly of Littlestown and currently of Leesburg, VA, passed peacefully from this Earth on the evening of Thursday, July 10, 2025, in Leesburg, VA. Born in Mt. Rock, PA on May 4,1927, Ruth was the third youngest, and last living, of nine siblings born of the late Benjamin Franklin Gallagher, Sr.

Obituary: Shirley Ann Purdy

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Shirley Ann Purdy, 91, of Gettysburg, left us peacefully in the early morning hours of July 5, in her home and surrounded by family. A beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, she will be remembered by many for her kindness to all and devotion to family. She was a lover of travel and nature who also

Obituary: Homer John Powell

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Homer John Powell, age 64, of Chambersburg, loving husband of Ginger Powell, passed away Saturday, July 5, 2025, at UPMC Harrisburg Hospital. Homer was born on Wednesday, June 21, 1961, in McConnellsburg. he is the child of John Kenneth Powell and Sylvia Rohm Powell. Homer was an auto mechanic and parts salesman for many years.

Obituary: Eileen M. Honer

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Eileen M. Honer, 68 of Gettysburg, PA, passed away at her home on Friday, July 4, 2025, after a long illness. Born August 21, 1956, at Chester County (PA) Hospital, she was the daughter of the late William & Emma (Casini) Nolan. Eileen leaves behind her husband of 40 years, Charles E. “Chuck” Honer, III.

Obituary: Patricia May Gotwalt

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Patricia May Gotwalt, 88, reunited with her beloved husband, Eddie Lee, on July 3, 2025, after a beautiful life lived to the fullest. Born May 13, 1937, in Pocomoke City, Md., she was the daughter of Reginald and Sarah Margaret (Ennis) Adams. Pat is survived by her son and best friend, J. Michael Taylor; granddaughter

Obituary: Yvonne L. “Bonnie” Strine

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Bonnie Strine, 88, of Gettysburg, passed away peacefully Sunday, July 6, 2025, at Transitions Healthcare in Gettysburg. She was the wife of the late Harry A. Strine, who passed on December 29, 2018. They shared 64 years of marriage. Born October 14, 1936, in Hanover. She was the daughter of the late Merle O. and

Obituary: Mary E. Bowman

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Mary E. Bowman, 87, of Littlestown, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Friday, July 4, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was the loving wife of the late Kenneth “Smiley” Bowman, who passed away on March 5, 1989. Born May 8, 1938 in Littlestown, she was the daughter of

Obituary: Patricia Ann Gibson

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Patricia A. Gibson, 85, of Hanover, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2025. Born on February 9, 1940, in White Plains, New York, Patricia was the beloved daughter of the late Arthur Albert Ozsbath and Grace Eleanor (Miller) Ozsbath. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband. Patricia devoted

Obituary: Shirley K. Anderson

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Shirley Kough Anderson, age 90 of Newburg, passed away in the early morning of June 27, 2025. She was born May 18, 1935, in Carlisle to the late Jacob and Ruth (Beecher) Kough. In addition to her parents, Shirley was preceded in death by 3 sisters (Addessa, Pearl, and Lyrian) and one brother (Karl). She

Obituary: Miriam B. “Wolfie” Wolfe

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Miriam B. Wolfe “Wolfie”, 69, of Gettysburg, PA, died Sunday afternoon, June 29, 2025, at the Mercy House, Chambersburg, PA. Born September 24, 1955, in Gettysburg, PA, she was the daughter of the late Blanche Wolfe. Wolfie worked various jobs in Adams County, including Eddie’s Cleaners, DalTile, Tommy’s Pizza for a number of years as

Obituary: Walter R. Bull

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Walter R. Bull, 84, of Fairfield, PA, died Monday, June 30, 2025, at Transitions Healthcare, Gettysburg, PA. Born December 8, 1940, in Baltimore County, MD, he was the son of the late Olan and Goldie (Thompson) Bull. He was the husband of the late Joyce L. (Naylor) Bull, who died November 30, 2017. Mr. Bull

Obituary: Agnes M. Stavely

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Agnes M. Stavely, 96, of Littlestown, passed away Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at home. She was the loving wife of the late Louis Grant Stavely, Sr., who passed away May 16, 2014. Born November 15, 1928, in Altoona, PA, she was the daughter of the late John Laverne and Agnes Catherine (Monahan) Kensinger. Mrs. Stavely

Obituary: Cathy L. Strike

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Cathy L. Strike, age 75 of Shippensburg, passed away June 27, 2025, at home. She was born November 26, 1949, in Marshalltown, IA, to the late Jesse W. Strike, Jr., and Donileen A. (Green) Strike. Cathy was of Baptist faith and enjoyed fishing, camping, campfires, and loved long walks in the woods. She also loved

Obituary: Larry E. Weaver

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Larry E. Weaver, 86, loving husband of Kathy Weaver, of Shippensburg, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at UPMC Carlisle Regional Medical Center, Carlisle. Professional services are entrusted to Dugan Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., Shippensburg. Friends may express online condolences at www.DuganFH.com. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree

Obituary: Maria A. Baughman Hench

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Maria A. Baughman Hench, age 64 of Shippensburg, passed away June 24, 2025, at home. She was born September 21, 1960, in Miami, FL. She was the daughter of Winfried Komes Sr. and Martha J. (Reynolds) Daye. She enjoyed diamond dot painting, watching The Bachelor and The Bachelorette, and soap operas. Her favorites were General

Obituary: Linda Ann Heflin

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Linda Ann Barbour Heflin, age 62 of Biglerville, passed away June 23, 2025, at Jefferson-Einstein Hospital. She was born May 22, 1963 in Gettysburg to Robert E. and Theresa A. (Kuykendall) Barbour. Linda was a member of St Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, the Gettysburg Eagle Riders, ABATE of Pennsylvania and the American Legion Post 262.

Obituary: Barbara A. Herring

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Barbara Ann (Fiscel) Herring (82), a loving and devoted daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, was surrounded by the love and comfort of her family when she entered into Eternal Peace on Sunday, June 29th, at York Hospital. Born March 25, 1943, in Gettysburg, PA, she was the daughter of the late Paul A. Fiscel

Obituary: Marilyn J. Fowler

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Marilyn J. Fowler, 80, of Hanover, PA, died peacefully Friday afternoon, June 27, 2025, at the UPMC Hanover Hospital. Born November 19, 1944, in Hays, Kansas, she was the daughter of the late Sylvanus and Mary (Dreiling) Basgall. She was the wife of the late Robert B. Fowler, who died June 13, 2014. Marilyn worked

Obituary: Catharine M. Gebhart

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Catharine M. Gebhart, 86, of New Oxford, PA, died Saturday afternoon, June 28, 2025, at the Brethren Home Community, New Oxford, PA. Born April 12, 1939, in York, PA, she was the daughter of the late Carl and Catharine (Snyder) Hess. She was the loving wife to Donald R. Gebhart, who passed December 22, 2008.

Obituary: Barry L. Harner

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Barry L. Harner, 78, of Fairfield, PA, died at his home Thursday morning, June 26, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born February 2, 1947, in Hanover, PA, he was the son of the late Warren and Viola (Berwager) Harner. He was the husband of Elaine (Stahl) Harner, of Fairfield, to whom he was married

Obituary: Trae W. Brownley

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Trae William Brownley, 18, of Gettysburg, PA, passed away suddenly on Tuesday morning, June 24, 2025. Born November 12, 2006, in Gettysburg, PA, he was the son of Adam C. Brownley and his wife, Brooke M. Brownley (Stevens) of Gettysburg, and his mother, Ashley R. Poland, of New Oxford. Trae was a 2025 graduate of

Obituary: Amanda Griffith

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Amanda Griffith, born June 1, 1981, passed away on June 22, 2025, at Lancaster General Hospital. She was 44 years old. A devoted stay-at-home mother, Amanda leaves behind seven beloved children and nine cherished grandchildren, who were the heart of her world. She is also survived by her loving mother and five siblings, who will

Obituary: Patricia Gail Oyler

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Patricia Gail Oyler of Watertown, MA, died Tuesday night, June 10, 2025, at the AccentCare Inpatient Hospice Center in Milton, MA, of metastatic ovarian cancer at the age of eighty-one. She was diagnosed five years previously and had undergone extensive treatment with both established and experimental drugs before succumbing to the disease. Pat was the

Obituary: Dean Sherdell Reider

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Dean Sherdell Reider, age 89, of Chambersburg, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 23, 2025, while undergoing physical rehabilitation at Paramount Senior Living in Fayetteville. He was looking forward to returning home within a few days. Dean was born on July 5, 1935, in Bittersville, PA, the youngest son of the late Milton B. and

Obituary: Richard Melvin Miller

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Richard “Rich” Melvin Miller, age 93, of Gardners, passed away on Monday, June 23, 2025, surrounded by his family at his home. He was born October 4, 1931 in Highspire, PA, as the son of the late Alton Cletus Miller, Sr. and Romaine Minnie (Arnold) Miller. Richard graduated in the Class of 1949 from York

Obituary: David Allen Haught

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David Allen Haught, 53, of Greensboro, MD, passed away Sunday, June 22, 2025, at home. Born April 19, 1972, in Glen Dale, WV, he was the son of John M., Jr., and Cheryl A. (Brown) Haught of Gettysburg. David was an automobile mechanic for over 35 years, working most recently at the Toyota dealership in

Obituary: Cory A. Higgs

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Cory A. Higgs, 34 of Biglerville, PA, died suddenly on Monday, June 23, 2025, from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. He was born July 29, 1990 in York, PA, son of Tammy Marie (Schmuck) Higgs of Biglerville and the late Stacey D. Higgs (2024). Cory graduated from Aynor High School in South Carolina and

Obituary: Doris M. Eckard

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Doris M. Eckard, 94, of Frederick, MD, and formerly of Littlestown, PA, passed away Saturday, June 21, 2025, at Frederick Crossing. She was the loving wife of the late Ralph J. Eckard, who passed away on November 3, 2010. Born November 7, 1930, in Taneytown, MD, she was the daughter of the late William K.

Obituary: Lynn R. Garlock

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Lynn R. Garlock, 68, of New Oxford, passed away Friday, June 20, 2025, at her home. She was the loving wife of Jeffrey D. Garlock; together they shared 22 years of marriage. Born November 21, 1956, in Rochester, PA, she was the daughter of the late Raymond and Nancy (Neville) Heberling. Lynn and her husband,

Obituary: Felicita Ann Kelley

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Felicita Ann Kelley, age 65, of Shippensburg, passed away on Thursday, June 19, 2025 surrounded by her family at her home in Shippensburg. She was born December 2, 1959 in Hanover, PA, as the daughter of the late Clyde J. and Julia A. (Whitney) Clouser. Felicita graduated in the Class of 1977 from Shippensburg High

Obituary: Doris M. Kerns

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Doris M. Kerns, age 70 of Berkley Springs, WV, passed away June 18, 2025, at home. She was born August 28, 1954, in Carlisle to George Bream Sr. and Fern (Heller) Baker. Doris was widowed by her husband, Donald R. Kerns, who passed away on February 29, 2005. She worked for Rubbermaid and loved deer

Obituary: Kelli Ann Payne

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Kelli Ann Payne, 56, of Biglerville, PA, died Tuesday afternoon, June 17, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family. Born October 13, 1968, in Bellefonte, PA, she was the daughter of Francis and Marjorie (Williams) Lyons, of Gettysburg, PA. She was the wife of Todd W. Payne of Biglerville, to whom she was

Obituary: Linda A. Utz

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Linda A. Utz, 81, of Gettysburg, PA, died Tuesday evening, June 17, 2025, at the Gettysburg Hospital. Born April 18, 1944, in Gettysburg, PA, she was the daughter of the late Gray and Mary (Swope) McCleaf. She was the loving wife to J. Richard (Dick) Utz, Jr. of Gettysburg to whom she was married to

Obituary: Grover Nevells

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Grover Nevells passed away on June 18, 2025, in Hanover, Pa. He was the son of Katherine Gross Nevells and Ira Luther Nevells and was born in his grandmother’s house in Oceanville in Stonington, Me. Dec. 21, 1941. At an early age, he was being sent to the shore to dig for clams for an

Obituary: Dr. Martin Luther Schroeder

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It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Dr. Martin Luther Schroeder, DDS, MAGD, of Biglerville, Pennsylvania. A devoted husband, cherished father, brother, uncle, and grandfather, accomplished dentist, and committed community servant. Martin died, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, excellence, and service. Born April 20, 1951, in Baltimore, Maryland, Martin was

Obituary: Cecelia M. Hopper

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Cecelia M. Hopper, 105, entered her eternal rest on Sunday, June 15, 2025. She passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by members of her loving family. She was the wife of her loving husband, Fred, for 75 years, who passed away in 2018. Cecelia was born in Eddyville, Nebraska, on January 28, 1920. She

Obituary: Thomas “Tom” E. Rogers

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Thomas E. Rogers, 75, of Littlestown, PA, passed away Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at UPMC Harrisburg. He was the loving husband of Patricia L. (Dolan) Rogers. Together they shared 53 years of marriage. Born October 6, 1949, in Baltimore, MD, he was the son of the late Robert Edward and Audrey May (Paul) Rogers. Tom

Obituary: Jimmy Christopher Howard

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James “Jimmy” Christopher Howard, 60, from Hanover, PA, passed away on June 7, 2025, from pancreatic cancer. Jimmy was born February 9, 1965, in Baltimore, MD he was the devoted son of James Lego Howard and the late Shirley Jeanette (Throop) Howard. Jimmy was a member of the Freedom Bikers Church, who loved the Lord

Obituary: Tammy Louise Hepfer

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Tammy Louise Hepfer, age 47, of Chambersburg, passed away on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at her home in Chambersburg. She was born October 3, 1977, in York, PA, as the daughter of Ralph Frederick Hepfer and Rosetta M. (Starliper) White. Tammy attended Faust Jr. High School in Chambersburg. In her spare time, Tammy enjoyed playing

Obituary: Diane Kay Carlton

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Diane Kay Carlton, age 77 of Shippensburg, passed away June 9, 2025, at WellSpan Health, Chambersburg Hospital. She was born March 4, 1948, in McKeesport, PA, to the late Ernest O. and Flora M. (Mellinger) Wunderley. Diane was an RN and school nurse for various hospitals and schools in Syracuse, NY, a member of the

Obituary: Robin Lynn Thomas

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Robin Lynn Thomas, age 63 of St. Thomas, passed away June 6, 2025, at Genesis Health, Gettysburg Center. She was born February 11, 1962, in Hagerstown, MD, to the late Michael G. Sr., and Wanda Fay (Poffenberger) Thomas. Robin was a cook for various restaurants and loved fishing and crabbing. She was a member of

Obituary: Christina Callahan Laughman

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Christina Callahan Laughman, 73, of Gettysburg, PA died Wednesday morning, June 11, 2025 at Genesis-Gettysburg Center. Born December 24, 1951, in Waynesboro, PA, she was the daughter of the late Ana Elizabeth (Callahan) and Richard Hauver of Foxville, MD. Christina (Tina) was a member of the first graduating class of Catoctin High School in 1969.

Obituary: Emily D. Simmers

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Emily D. Simmers, age 78 of Fayetteville, passed away June 4, 2025, at Paramount Senior Living. She was born December 31, 1946, in Gettysburg to the late Louis and Margaret (Rexroad) Diehl. Emily is survived by her daughter, Andrea McMaster and husband, Daniel of Gardners; son, Darryl Gotwalt and wife, Kathy of Baltimore, MD; grandchildren,

Obituary: William “Squeak” Bilger

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William “Squeak” Maurice Bilger, age 75, of Shippensburg, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, surrounded by his family at his home. He was born on May 12, 1950, in Philadelphia, as the son of the late William Frederick and Catherine Elizabeth (Goloff) Bilger. William left high school early to join the U.S. Army

Obituary: Philip M. Cole

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Philip M. Cole, 80 of Gettysburg, PA, passed away at his home on Thursday, June 5, 2025, after a long illness. He was born on January 11, 1945, the son of the late Richard M. and Catherine (Codori) Cole, and was the youngest of ten children. Phil is survived by his wife of fifty-five years,

Obituary: Kevin W. Baker

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Kevin W. Baker, 61, of New Oxford, PA, died Wednesday afternoon, June 4, 2025, at his home. Born September 21, 1963, in Gettysburg, PA, he was the son of Anna (DeShong) Baker, of New Oxford, and the late Stanley Baker. He was the husband of Donna Jean (Miller) Baker of New Oxford. Kevin was a

Obituary: Katherine Joann Wenderoth

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Katherine J. Wenderoth, 69, of Littlestown, passed peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Friday, June 6, 2025. She was the loving wife of Joseph P. Wenderoth, Littlestown; together they shared 47 years of marriage. Born February 2, 1956, in Westminster, MD, she was the daughter of the late Phyllis B. (Tenney) Scholl, Littlestown,

Obituary: Connie Joy Weaver

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Connie Joy Weaver (Wolfe), 70, passed away peacefully at home on June 2, 2025. Born on June 19, 1954, in Carlisle, PA, Connie was the daughter of the late Rollin and Dorothy (Ryder) Wolfe. She is survived by her loving husband, Donnie Weaver of Aspers; her daughter, Kelsey Weaver of Aspers; her son, Brant Weaver,

Obituary: George A. Williams

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George A. Williams, 74 of Gettysburg, PA, peacefully passed away at his home with his beloved family by his side. Born in Hagerstown, Maryland, on November 10, 1950, he was the son of the late David & Emma (Martin) Williams. George is survived by his wife of fifty-five years, Joyce (Fair) Williams, who were high

Obituary: James William Hamilton

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James “Jim” William Hamilton, 80, passed away peacefully in his sleep on May 30, 2025. Born on June 20, 1944, Jim grew up in Maryland before settling in Moorefield, WV, and spending his final years in Chambersburg, PA. Jim honorably served in the United States Air Force from 1963-1967. He was a man of many

Obituary: Shirley Ann Smith

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Shirley Ann (Heller) Smith, age 89 of Gettysburg, passed away on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at Gettysburg Hospital. She was born in Gardners on August 16, 1935, to the late Fred and Clara (Gardner) Heller. She resided in York Springs for many years with her husband, Sherril. She was a teacher for the Northern York

Obituary: Timothy Clarence Orner

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Timothy “Tim” Clarence Orner, age 68, of Biglerville, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 30, 2025, surrounded by his family at his home in Biglerville. He was born January 26, 1957, in Gettysburg, PA, as the son of the late William Herbert Orner, Sr., and Sarah Alice (Weikert) Orner. Timothy graduated from Biglerville High School.

Obituary: Patricia Ann Yeomans

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Patricia Ann Yeomans, age 77 of Shippensburg, passed away May 30, 2025, at home. She was born October 27, 1947, in Indiana, PA, to the late Joseph and Evelyn (Lance) Lydic. Patricia was an administrative assistant in the healthcare industry and was a member of the Harbor Church of the Nazarene. She liked to read,

Obituary: Lorraine S. Wilt

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Lorraine S. Wilt, 88, Gettysburg, PA, passed away peacefully while at home on Tuesday, May 20, 2025. She was born August 14, 1936, in Gettysburg, PA. She was the daughter of the late John W. and Daisy Currens Sites and is survived by her devoted husband, Carroll J. Wilt. Mrs. Wilt graduated from Fairfield High

Obituary: Barbara Virginia May

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Barbara Virginia (Rice) May, 86, of Gettysburg, passed away Wednesday, May 28, 2025, after a brief stay at SpiriTrust Lutheran, The Village at Utz Terrace in Hanover. Born April 12, 1939, in Biglerville, PA, the youngest daughter of fifteen children of the late Ralph E. and Margaret A. (Cluck) Rice, earning her the nickname “Babe”.

Obituary: Maybell “Mary” Staton

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Maybell “Mary” Staton, age 77, of Gettysburg, passed away on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, surrounded by her family at her daughter’s home in Gettysburg. She was born June 29, 1947, in Arlington, Virginia, as the daughter of the late William Henry Harrison and Beulah (Minnick) Monroe. Maybell attended Gaithersburg High School in Maryland. She worked

Obituary: Natalie “Nat” Ann Kime

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Natalie “Nat” Ann Kime, age 66, of Carlisle, passed away on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at her home in Carlisle. She was born February 4, 1959, in Muncy, PA, as the daughter of the late Delmar Carson and Olive Louise (Diggan) Kime. Natalie graduated in the Class of 1977 from East Pennsboro Area High School

Obituary: Marjorie Mae “Marge” Cooke

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Marjorie “Marge” Mae Cooke, 102, of Fairfield, PA, passed away Thursday, May 22, 2025, at The Gardens at Gettysburg in Gettysburg, PA. Marjorie was born to Frank and Mabel (Mielke) Judd on February 11, 1923, in Evansville, Wisconsin. Marge was raised on a dairy farm in Wisconsin and worked at Parker Pen Company after graduating

Obituary: Virginia Ellen Morgan

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Virginia Ellen Morgan, 80, formerly of Gettysburg, PA, died Sunday morning, May 25, 2025, at Genesis-Gettysburg Center. Born April 28, 1945, in Gettysburg, PA, she was the daughter of the late Jesse T. and Eleanor G. (Plank) Hoffman. She was the wife of the late Gene A. Morgan, who died in June 2011. Earlier in

Obituary: Bernard L. Wiles

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Bernard L. Wiles, 93, Littlestown, PA, passed away on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born March 6, 1932, in Frederick, MD, the son of the late Charles Isaac and Gladys Beachly Wiles, Sr. Bernard was predeceased by his wife of 48 years, Louise Ropp Wiles, and a

Obituary: Michael G. Harglerode

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Michael G. Harglerode, age 71, of Shippensburg, passed away May 26, 2025, at Mercy House after a long, hard-fought battle with cancer. He was born March 13, 1954, in Chambersburg, to the late R. Gordon and Katherine D. (Mentzer) Harglerode. Michael was a parts manager for various automotive companies, including Naugle Motors, Fishers Auto Parts,

Obituary: Ralph Carbaugh Jr.

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Ralph Junior Carbaugh, Jr., age 65, of Butler Township, passed away on Monday, May 26, 2025 at Pappus House in Thomasville. He was born June 15, 1959 as the son of the late Ralph Junior Carbaugh, Sr. and Bonnie (Lindskog) Carbaugh. Ralph is survived by his three children, Rene Denise Bragg of Brooklyn, MD, Rachel

Obituary: David M. Kime

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David M. Kime, age 70 of Gardners, passed away May 23, 205, at Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. He was born May 28, 1954, in Gettysburg to the late Merle R. and Beaulah R. (Beamer) Kime. David worked for PPG Industries for 40 years and was a member of the NRA and the Adams County

Obituary: Josephine Ellen “JoEllen” Hueglin

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Josephine Ellen “JoEllen” Hueglin passed away peacefully after a very brief and brave battle with ALS. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, great aunt and friend. She was tiny but mighty, fierce, and loyal. She lived a life showing others kindness and compassion, and touched many lives in her volunteer work. She

Obituary: Margaret “Ella Mae” Virginia Rideout

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Margaret “Ella Mae” Virginia Rideout, age 97, of Shippensburg, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, surrounded by her family at her home in Shippensburg. She was born April 15, 1928, in Chambersburg, the daughter of the late Edward and Margaret Virginia (Holmes) Napper. Professional services are entrusted to Dugan Funeral Home and Crematory,

Obituary: Peter Holzwirth

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Peter Holzwirth, 86, of Gettysburg, PA died Thursday, morning, May 22, 2025 at his home. Born November 15, 1938, in Nordhausen, Germany, he was the son of the late Karl Ludwig Willie Holzwirth and Ella Dora Auguste Else (Dippel) Holzwirth. He was preceded in death by his wife, Catherine Holzwirth. He is survived by his

Obituary: Angela Twomey

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Angela Twomey, 83, of Potomac, MD, passed away on May 21, 2025. Born January 13, 1942, in Queens, New York, she was the loving daughter of the late Nicholas and Rose (Badagliacca) Naglieri. Angela was a retired bookkeeper who lived her life on her terms. She was a loving and caring mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and

Obituary: Alexander James Lenzi

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Through the tears in our eyes and with a hole in our hearts, we announce that Alexander James Lenzi went home to be with the Lord on May 9, 2025. Alex was a beloved Son, Brother, Uncle, Cousin and dear friend to so many. The world lost a visionary artist, cinematographer, director, photographer, editor and

Obituary: Virginia Lee Wadel

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Virginia Lee (Miller) Wadel, age 73 of Orrstown, passed away May 20, 2025, at home, surrounded by her family, after a brief illness. She was born February 15, 1952, in McConnellsburg to the late William C. and May M. (Kelso) Miller. Virginia was a dedicated child of God and faithfully served Him as a member

Obituary: Richard P. Lightner

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Richard P. Lightner, 86, Gettysburg, PA, passed away on Friday, May 16, 2025, at his home after a lengthy illness. His family and friends were present. He was born December 18, 1938, at the Annie Warner Hospital in Gettysburg, PA, the son of the late Donald Lightner and Nellie Snyder Lightner of Hanover, PA. Richard

Obituary: John W. Forsythe

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John W. Forsythe, 91 of Gettysburg, PA, peacefully passed away at his home on May 19, 2025, with his family by his side. He was born in Gettysburg on September 10, 1933, son of the late Wilford & Alda (Schuyler) Forsythe. John was predeceased by his wife of 61 years, Stella I. (Kimmel) Forsythe, who

Obituary: Susan Ann Propper

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Susan Ann Propper, age 54 of Gettysburg, passed away May 17, 2025, at home. She was born April 19, 197,1 in Chambersburg to the late Blair Earl and Betty Lou (Christopher) Brown. Susan was a cashier for Giant Foods in Gettysburg. She is survived by her significant other, Jose “Chepe” Baeza Moreno; children; Newton Stoner

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