Obituaries
Dolores Kmetz
Aug 19, 2026
Dolores Kmetz, age 83 of York Springs, passed away August 19, 2026 at home, with her husband and son by her side. Born December 15, 1942 in Garfield, NJ to the late Peter and Mary (Tatler) Mulder. Dolores graduated from Garfield High School in 1961.
Dolores married John K. Kmetz on May 31, 1964. Together with her husband, she started a...
Janet Louise Frey
Aug 16, 2026
Janet Louise Frey, age 92, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2026 at home. Born April 17, 1934 in Waynesboro, she was the daughter of the late Maurice Eyler and Opal (Hancock) Eyler, of Shippensburg. Janet was a longtime member of the Shippensburg Business Community, as the owner/operator of Janet’s Beauty Salon, for over 50 years.
In addition to her parents,...
Judy L. Rinehart
Aug 16, 2026
Judy L. (Bard) Rinehart, 78, of Biglerville, passed away August 16, 2026 at Paramount Senior Living, Fayetteville. She was born March 2, 1948 in Chambersburg to the late Mabel E. (McKelvey) and Mervile L. Bard. Judy was widowed by her husband of 33 years, Daryl A. Rinehart, whom she married on April 3, 1993.
Judy graduated from Gettysburg High School in...
Warren Barrett Browning
Aug 1, 2026
Warren Barrett “old guy” Browning, 80, beloved husband of Cindy (Clopper) Browning, entered into Gods eternal care on August 1, 2026 at Laurel Lakes Rehabilitation and Wellness Center in Chambersburg. Warren was born on August 11, 1945, in Cumberland, Maryland, and was the son of the late Willis Browning and Betty (Frame) Browning.
A proud veteran of the United States Marine...
Larson River Bracken
Jul 27, 2026
With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Larson River Bracken, who entered this world on July 27, 2026, in Hershey Pennsylvania, and left us the same day, surrounded by the warmth of love that will forever be cherished. Baby Bracken brought brief yet immeasurable joy to his loving mother, Courtney Bracken, and loving father, Chaz Barrick, whose hearts will...
James "Jim" K. Reed
Jul 27, 2026
James Reed, 89, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2026 with his family by his side. He was the son of the late Kenneth and Elizabeth (Hepfer) Reed.
Jim grew up in Pleasant Hall, and married Zenith (Rosenberry) Reed in 1959. They enjoyed a long and wonderful life of 67 years together until her passing 8 weeks ago on June 1....
Calvin G. "Pete" Oerman
Jul 21, 2026
Calvin G. “Pete” Oerman, age 81 of Dillsburg, passed away July 21, 2026 at home. He was born April 14, 1945 in York to the late George C. and Helen M. (Wilcox) Oerman. Pete walked everywhere he could, up to 10 miles a day. He loved going to the Dillsburg Senior Center, New Hope, the rodeo and Northern High School...
Paulette Jane Moyer
Jul 19, 2026
Paulette Jane (Witman) Moyer, 79, of Biglerville, formerly of Pottstown, and former longtime resident of Royersford, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 19, 2026 at her home.
Paulette is survived by her daughter, Karen (Robert) Hendricks of Mechanicsburg; son, Kevin (Jennifer) Moyer of Manassas, VA; four grandchildren; brother, Thomas Witman and wife, Susan; brother-in-law, Willard Moyer and many nieces and nephews...
Daniel Claude Justice
Jul 13, 2026
Daniel Claude Justice, 86, of Biglerville, passed away on Monday, July 13, 2026, at The Gardens at Gettysburg. Born on December 8, 1939, he was the son of the late Nile Justice and Edith (Bartram) Justice. Daniel was a proud Veteran of both the United States Army and the United States Air Force. He later worked as a Police Officer...
Kore D. Byler
Jul 10, 2026
Kore D. Byler, age 84 of Elliottsburg, passed away July 10, 2026 at home. He was born November 5, 1941 in Belleville to the late John Z. and Amelia (Yoder) Byler. Kore worked many years doing construction and in his later years, was a cemetery caretaker.
He is survived by his children; Luke Byler, Elisha Byler and wife, Yolanda, John Byler...
Devin L. Rickabaugh
Jul 7, 2026
Devin Lee Rickabaugh
May 28, 1987 – July 7, 2026
With broken hearts, we share the passing of Devin Lee Rickabaugh, who passed away on July 7, 2026, at the age of 39. Though his time with us was far too short, the love he shared and the memories he created will live on forever in the hearts of those who knew...
Sara Jane Allen
Jul 2, 2026
Sara Jane Allen, age 99 of Shippensburg, passed away July 2, 2026 at Shippensburg Health and Rehabilitation. She was born January 10, 1927 in Chambersburg to the late Harvey and Mildred (Nicholson) Allen. Sara was a member of the Chambersburg Bible Church, Assembly of God and loved to shop and play bingo.
She is survived by her brother, Alfred Allen of...
Celia C. Hann
Jun 29, 2026
Celia C. Hann, 69, of Chambersburg, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 30, 2026, at Chambersburg Skilled Nursing and Rehab. Born on November 1, 1956, she was the daughter of the late Glenn E. Cooper and Edna (Deshong) Cooper. Celia was a CNA for a majority of her working career where she loved to help others.
Surviving, is one daughter, Nichole...
Nicholas Levi Heller, Sr.
Jun 28, 2026
Nicholas Levi Heller Sr., passed away peacefully on Sunday June 28, 2026, at the age of 46. Born on February 24, 1980, in Hanover, Nicholas was a beloved father, son, and friend whose vibrant spirit and generous heart touched the lives of many. Nicholas was the son of Edward R. Heller and Sharon (Runk) Rathburn.
Nicholas was a passionate fan of...
Richard L. Comerer
Jun 15, 2026
Richard L. Comerer, age 75 of Shippensburg, passed away June 15, 2026 at York Hospital. He was born February 6, 1951 in Chambersburg to the late Wilbur W. and Susan V. (Flora) Comerer. Richard was an equipment operator for Southampton Township, a member of the Minnequa Club and the American Legion Post 223. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping, especially...
Betty S. Miller
Jun 14, 2026
Betty S. Miller, who passed away peacefully on June 14, 2026, at the age of 82 at her home in Gardners. Born on July 19, 1943, in Glen White, West Virginia. She was the daughter of the late Noah L. Cooper and Ruby V. Runyon.
Betty worked at Pfaltzgraff for 33 years and at Knouse Foods for 10 years. She was...
Jane Ann Poe
Jun 8, 2026
Jane Ann Poe, age 71 of Shippensburg, passed away June 8, 2026 at Shippensburg Health Care Center. She was born July 21, 1954 in Jamestown, NY to the late William Albin and Pauline Ruth (Powers) Lindstrom. Jane was of Christian faith and enjoyed crafting and gardening, especially her rose bushes.
She is survived by her husband of 21 years, Charles W....
Stephen Shumaker
Jun 4, 2026
Stephen D. “Steve” Shumaker, 77, of Shippensburg, and son of the late Charles and Viola Shumaker, passed away on June 4, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of memories, laughter, and unwavering devotion to his family.
A proud Vietnam Veteran, Steve carried deep pride in his military service throughout his life. Following his service, he dedicated many years to working at the...
Zenith C. Reed
Jun 1, 2026
Zenith Reed, age 83, went into the arms of our Lord on June 1, 2026. She was the daughter of the late Albert and Mabel (Stoner) Rosenberry.
Zenny grew up in Roxbury and was a young teenager when she met her husband, James K. Reed from Pleasant Hall. They married in 1959 and spent a wonderful life of 67 years together....
Reba Ann Shenk
May 30, 2026
Reba Ann Shenk, 71, of Utica, OH and formerly of Shippensburg, PA passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, May 30, 2026 following a brief illness.
Reba was born on April 22, 1955, in Ontario, Canada, to Harold and Edna (Shantz) Shenk. She attended Melita Fellowship Church of Utica, Ohio. She moved from Pennsylvania to Utica, where she was being...
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