Obituaries

Ruth  I. Frazier

Ruth I. Frazier

May 19, 2020

Ruth I. Frazier, age 95, formerly of Aspers, passed away Wednesday, May 19, 2020 at SpiriTrust Home in York. She was born Sunday, May 17, 1925 in Hyndman, Bedford County, the daughter of the late John B. and Ada (Claycomb) Frazier. Ruth, along with her brothers, owned and operated the family farm for many years. She was a member...

Joseph  D. Miller

Joseph D. Miller

May 18, 2020

Joseph “Joe” Daniel Miller, age 59, of Biglerville passed away at his home on May 18, 2020. Born May 25, 1960 in Manassas, VA, he was the son of late Lawrence D. Miller and Ruth Miller. He raised three children with his former wife, Dorris of 37 years and had four grandchildren. He is survived by son, Kyle Miller...

Ethel  M. Keefer

Ethel M. Keefer

May 16, 2020

Ethel M. Keefer, age 83, of Biglerville, passed away Saturday, May 16, 2020 at Gardens of Gettysburg. She was born Sunday, September 6, 1936 in York, the daughter of the late Taylor M. and Mary C. (Hoffman) Myers. Ethel graduated from Northern High School in 1955. She was formerly employed by Rice Fruit Compay for 13 years. She had...

Toni L. Porter

Toni L. Porter

May 13, 2020

Toni L. (Tanger) Porter, born July 14, 1952, age 67, died unexpectedly but peacefully at York hospital on May 13, 2020. Toni graduated from Bermudian Springs High School in 1970. She attended Central Penn Business School to become a medical assistant. She worked at Harrisburg Hospital, the former Ralph Jackson’s vet practice and at Green Acres Nursing home for...

Judith R. Everts

Judith R. Everts

May 11, 2020

Judith “Judy” R. Everts, age 88 of Shippensburg, passed away on Monday, May 11, 2020 at Shippensburg Health Care Center. She was born August 10, 1931 in Mechanicsburg, PA, the daughter of the late Joseph A. and Dorothy C. (Snoderly) Miller. Judy was a homemaker. For 13 years, Judy worked for Tracey Fashions, Chambersburg as a sewing machine operator....

Veda M. Nash

Veda M. Nash

May 10, 2020

Veda Marie Nash, age 75, of Waynesboro, passed away Sunday, May 10, 2020 at Chambersburg Hospital. She was born January 12, 1945, the daughter of Margery Augusta (Reed) Lehman. Veda is survived by one daughter, Emily Perry of Shippensburg; two sons, Jason Nash and Roger Adams, both of Waynesboro; four grandchildren and two sisters, Cynthia Johns of Delray Beach,...

Linda J. Keene

Linda J. Keene

May 9, 2020

Linda J. Keene, age 70 of Gettysburg, passed away Saturday, May 9, 2020 at Gettysburg Hospital. She was born Friday, June 3, 1949 in Mansfield, OH, the daughter of the late Betty Floretta Hagner. Linda graduated from Lexington High School in Lexington, OH. She was formerly employed by Knouse Foods, Inc. in Biglerville for 15 years. She enjoyed her...

James  M. Failor

James M. Failor

May 7, 2020

James M. Failor, age 69, of Fort Loudon, passed away Thursday, May 7, 2020 at Manor Care Nursing and Rehab, Chambersburg. He was born October 22, 1950 in York, PA the son of the late Frank E. and Mary Katharine (Main) Failor. James served in the U.S. Navy. He worked as a forklift driver at a warehouse in Shippensburg...

William P. Rhodes

William P. Rhodes

May 1, 2020

William (Bill) Preston Rhodes, age 84 of Shippensburg, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 1, 2020 at Shippensburg Healthcare Center. He was born March 7, 1936 in Hagerstown, MD, the son of the late Robert D. and M. Josephine (Geary) Rhodes. Bill graduated from St. Mary’s Catholic School where he attended 12 years with his beloved Wanda, to whom...

Robert  K. Wolf

Robert K. Wolf

May 1, 2020

Robert Kenneth Wolf, 60, entered into the rest of his Lord and Savior on Friday, May 1st, 2020 at his home. He was born in Gettysburg on July 4th, 1959. He was the beloved son of the late Glenn and Ruth (Riley) Wolf. He attended Gettysburg High School. He was employed by Inland Container Company for 27 years. Robert...

Paul  J. Woerner

Paul J. Woerner

Apr 29, 2020

Paul J. Woerner, age 77 of Biglerville, passed away Wednesday, April 29, 2020 at his home in Biglerville. He was born Friday, February 12, 1943 in Gettysburg, the son of the late Clifton and Edith (Little) Woerner. Paul was formerly employed by Knouse Foods, Inc. in Biglerville for 40+ years. He attended Benders Lutheran Church. He was a member...

Louise M.  Neil

Louise M. Neil

Apr 28, 2020

Louise M. Neil, age 88 of Willow Hill, passed away Tuesday, April 28, 2020 at Shippensburg Healthcare Center. She was born February 28, 1932 in Concord, PA, the daughter of the late Harry and Mae (Hockenberry) Freet. Louise was a member of Shady Pine Mennonite Church and former member of the Secret Sister Club at the church. In her...

Martha M. Eastep

Martha M. Eastep

Apr 25, 2020

Martha M. Eastep, age 105 of Mettitt Island, Florida, formerly of Shippensburg, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2020. She was born September 26, 1914. Professional services are entrusted to Dugan Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., Shippensburg. Private interment will be in Middle Spring Cemetery. Services will be held at a later date with a full obituary to follow....

Milton K. Nicks, Jr.

Milton K. Nicks, Jr.

Apr 24, 2020

Milton K. Nicks, Jr., age 76 of Fairfield, passed away Friday, April 24, 2020 at Gettysburg Hospital. He was born Friday, May 7, 1943 in Union City, PA, the son of the late Milton K. and Anna V. (Beezub) Nicks, Sr. Milton graduated from Union City High School. He earned his BS in Geology from Edinboro College. He earned...

Emma Kathleen Hoover

Emma Kathleen Hoover

Apr 24, 2020

Emma Kathleen Hoover, age 96 of Chambersburg, passed away Friday, April 24, 2020 at Menno Haven Rehab Center, Chambersburg. She was born August 25, 1923 in Lurgan Township, Franklin County, the daughter of the late John A. and Bessie M. (Rhone) Hoover. Emma graduated from the Class of 1942 at Shippensburg High School. She worked as a financial secretary...

Ruby F. Swisher

Ruby F. Swisher

Apr 22, 2020

Ruby Faye Swisher, age 63, of Shippensburg, passed away Wednesday, April 22, 2020 at Chambersburg Hospital. She was born July 3, 1956 in Gettysburg, the daughter of the late Richard Gillan and Mary Jane (Reese) Swisher. Ruby worked as a certified nursing assistant, hotel manager and cashier at Kennie’s Market in Gettysburg. Ruby is survived by two sisters, Kathy...

Bonnie K. Delpezzo Rackleff

Bonnie K. Delpezzo Rackleff

Apr 21, 2020

Bonnie K. Delpezzo Rackleff, age 54 of Shippensburg, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, April 21, 2020 at Chambersburg Hospital. She was born December 25, 1965 in Greencastle, the daughter of Harry and Joyce (Decker) Mowen. Bonnie graduated in the Class of 1983 from Greencastle High School. In her spare time, Bonnie enjoyed reading and doing puzzles. Bonnie is survived by...

Kenneth W. Wilkinson

Kenneth W. Wilkinson

Apr 18, 2020

Kenneth W. Wilkinson, age 78 of Aspers, passed away suddenly Saturday, April 18, 2020 at UPMC Hanover Hospital. He was born July 30, 1941 in Gettysburg, PA, the son of the late Francis W. and Annie (Bream) Wilkinson. Kenneth’s hobbies were hunting, fishing and woodworking. He enjoyed working on things around his home, spending time with his family, spoiling...

Elizabeth S. Leeti

Elizabeth S. Leeti

Apr 14, 2020

Elizabeth S. Leeti, age 95 of Gettysburg, formerly of Biglerville, passed away Tuesday, April 14, 2020 at SpiriTrust Home in Gettysburg. She was born Wednesday, May 19, 1924 in Aspers, the daughter of the late Arthur and Pluvia (Eppleman) Sheely. Elizabeth graduated from Biglerville High School in 1942. She attended Central Penn Business College in Harrisburg. She retired from...

Joanne E. Sixeas

Joanne E. Sixeas

Apr 14, 2020

Joanne E. Sixeas, 77, passed away Tuesday, April 14, 2020 at Manor Care Nursing and Rehab in Chambersburg. She was born December 15, 1942 in Chambersburg, the daughter of the late William D. and Virginia (Butzer) Malone. She is survived by her dear friend, Linda Maun of Waynesboro. She was preceded in death by her brother, Michael Malone. Professional...