Obituaries

Dorothy L. Leach

Dorothy L. Leach

Feb 13, 2021

Dorothy L. Leach, age 67, of Shippensburg, passed away Saturday, February 13, 2021 at Laurel Lakes Nursing and Rehab in Chambersburg. She was born Monday, November 9, 1953, the daughter of the late Edcel N. Paschell and Shirley A. Thayer. She is survived by her husband of 26 years, Stanley C. Leach. She is also survived by one daughter,...

Roberto Madrigal Manzo

Roberto Madrigal Manzo

Feb 10, 2021

Roberto Madrigal Manzo, age 67, of New Oxford, passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at Gettysburg Hospital in Gettysburg. He was born Monday, May 4, 1953 in Michoacan, Mexico the son of the late Carlos and Elena Manzo. Roberto was formerly employed by Tim-Bar in New Oxford for three years. He was a member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic...

Katiuscia Monteleone Carella

Katiuscia Monteleone Carella

Feb 10, 2021

Katiuscia Monteleone Carella, age 43, of Biglerville, passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at Gettysburg Hospital. She was born Tuesday, December 13, 1977 in Carini, Palermo, Italy, the daughter of Cristina La Mattina of Biglerville and the late Bernardo P. Monteleone. Katie attended Biglerville High School. She was a part of the family business, Mamma's Pizza in Biglerville. She...

Jay  F. Rauscher

Jay F. Rauscher

Feb 10, 2021

Jay Fred Rauscher, age 93, originally of Wilkes Barre, passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at Elmcroft Assisted Living in Shippensburg. He was born November 13, 1927 in Wilkes Barre, PA, the son of the late Fred and Frances Rauscher. Jay served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. Professional services are entrusted to Dugan Funeral Home and...

Robert E.  Shoemaker

Robert E. Shoemaker

Feb 6, 2021

Robert “Bob” E. Shoemaker, age 79, of Orrstown, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, February 6, 2021 in Chapel Hill, North Carolina on his annual trek to his favorite destination, Florida, with his wife, Constance “Connie” Shoemaker. He was born November 23, 1941 in Amberson, PA, the son of the late Martha (Shoemaker) Gursky and step-father, Julius Gursky. Bob was...

William H. Beamer

William H. Beamer

Feb 5, 2021

William H. Beamer, age 70 of Gettysburg, passed away Friday, February 5, 2021 at Gettysburg Hospital. He was born Saturday, July 15, 1950, in Gettysburg, and was the son of the late Guy A. and Mary L. (Singley) Beamer. Bill graduated from Gettysburg High School in 1969. He was formerly employed by Cadbury Beverages for 40 years. He also...

Tina A. Hess

Tina A. Hess

Feb 5, 2021

Tina A. Hess, age 55 of York Springs, passed away Friday, February 5, 2021 at Gettysburg Hospital. She was born Monday, November 22, 1965 in Hanover the daughter of Ed Martin of Bonneauville and the late Maria (Bechtel) Martin. Tina graduated from New Oxford High School in 1985. She was formerly employed by Conewago Valley School District. She enjoyed...

Ruth  A. Loy

Ruth A. Loy

Feb 4, 2021

Ruth A. Loy, age 88, of Carlisle, passed away peacefully Thursday, February 4, 2021, at Sarah Todd Nursing Home in Carlisle. She was born February 5, 1932 in Carlisle, the daughter of the late Mervin and Laura B. (Zeigler) Myers. Ruth retired from G.C. Murphy in Carlisle after working several years there. In her spare time, Ruth enjoyed gardening,...

Harriet "Denise" D. Rideout

Harriet "Denise" D. Rideout

Feb 3, 2021

Harriet "Denise" D. (Harper) Rideout, age 67, of Shippensburg, passed away peacefully Wednesday, February 3, 2021surrounded by her family at her home. She was born April 20, 1953 in Chambersburg, the daughter of the late Samuel W. and Sarah G. (Gaitor) Harper. Denise graduated in the Class of 1971 from Shippensburg High School. She served as Class President and...

Darlene V. Smith

Darlene V. Smith

Feb 1, 2021

Darlene V. Smith, age 63, of Chambersburg, passed away Monday, February 1, 2021 at her home. She was born May 6, 1957 in Washington, DC, the daughter of the late Ralph H. and Lorraine R. (Little-Robey) Twigg. She is survived by her son Rafael Gonzalez; sister-in-law, Cindy Twigg; two brothers, Marc Twigg and Eric Twigg and other family members...

Boneta W. Fair

Boneta W. Fair

Jan 31, 2021

Boneta W. Fair, age 87, of Gettysburg, formerly of Wenksville, passed away Sunday, January 31, 2021, at the Gettysburg Center. She was born Thursday, August 3, 1933, in Bendersville the daughter of the late Leroy G. and Arlene (Shepherd) Gochenauer. Boneta graduated from Biglerville High School in 1952. She retired from Barbour's Fruit Market in Cashtown. She had also...

Mary E. Ahlers

Mary E. Ahlers

Jan 30, 2021

Mary E. Ahlers, age 92, formerly of York Springs, passed away Saturday, January 30, 2021 at the Gettysburg Center. She was born Wednesday, February 29, 1928 in Spring Grove, the daughter of the late John N. and Lida (Reachard) Miller. Mary was a homemaker raising her six children, whom she adored. She treated her daughter-in-laws as her own children....

Gerald L. Held

Gerald L. Held

Jan 29, 2021

Gerald L. Held, age 84, of New Oxford, passed away Friday, January 29, 2021 at UPMC in Hanover. He was born October 15, 1936. Professional services are entrusted to Dugan Funeral Home, Inc., 111 S. Main Street, Bendersville.

Linda M. Bodenberg

Linda M. Bodenberg

Jan 27, 2021

Linda M. Bodenberg, age 64, of Red Lion, formerly of Bendersville, passed away Wednesday, January 27, 2021. She was born Sunday, May 20, 1956 in Gettysburg, the daughter of the late Fred T. and Elizabeth F. (Hoyer) Bodenberg. She was a member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Bendersville. She enjoyed listening to the Bible, spending time with family, going...

Mildred A. Krauss

Mildred A. Krauss

Jan 27, 2021

Mildred (Millie) Alice Krauss, wife of the late Paul Krauss and longtime resident of Boiling Springs, PA, passed away Wednesday January 27, 2021, at her daughter's home in Shippensburg, PA. Millie was an avid bowler, continuing into her late 80's to participate in multiple local leagues every week. She medaled in several National Senior Games, winning the gold in...

James W. Sherman

James W. Sherman

Jan 22, 2021

James W. Sherman, known as "Jim" and "Iggy", age 56, of Amberson, passed away Friday, January 22, 2021 at Chambersburg Hospital. He was born June 3, 1964 in Chambersburg, the son of the late Grant and Donna (Sollenburger) Sherman. Jim worked in maintenance at Beistle Company in Shippensburg for 18 years. His hobbies included cooking on the grill and...

Charles R. Walmer

Charles R. Walmer

Jan 22, 2021

Charles “Chuck” R. Walmer, age 67, of Aspers, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 22, 2021 at his home after a brief illness. He was born February 22, 1953 in Gettysburg, the son of the late Gerald R. and Margaret B. (Tilton) Walmer. Chuck graduated in the Class of 1971 from Biglerville High School. Chuck, as he was known,...

Donna J. Conner

Donna J. Conner

Jan 21, 2021

Donna Jean Conner, age 68, of Chambersburg, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 21, 2021 at her home. She was born January 14, 1953 in Johnstown, PA, the daughter of the late Donald and Jean (Zabala) Nugent. Donna graduated from Johnstown High School and was formerly employed by GNC in Chambersburg. She loved crafting and spending time at home....

Jannette Decosta

Jannette Decosta

Jan 19, 2021

Jannette Decosta, age 91, of South Mountain, passed away Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at South Mountain Restoration Center. She was born January 19, 1930. Jannette passed away on her birthday. Professional services are entrusted to Dugan Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., Shippensburg.

Stephen "Jack" J. Helman

Stephen "Jack" J. Helman

Jan 17, 2021

Stephen “Jack” J. Helman, age 66, of Gardners, passed away Sunday, January 17, 2021 at his home. He was born Saturday, June 26, 1954 in Carlisle, the son of Dorothy Jean (Cashman) Helman of York Springs and the late Guy R. Helman. Jack graduated from Bermudian Springs High School in 1973. He attended Shippensburg State College. He was formerly...