Obituaries
Donald Robert Taylor
Feb 21, 2026
The woods are a little quieter today.
Donald Robert Taylor, of Biglerville, passed away suddenly at his home on February 21, 2026. He was the husband of Linda (Showers) Taylor.
Donald was deeply rooted in the land, his family, and the greenhouse he helped build from the ground up. Donald had a passion for the forest as well as Deep Creek Lake...
Lisa Sue Thomas
Feb 20, 2026
Lisa Sue Thomas, beloved wife of Richard Thomas, Jr., passed away on February 20, 2026, at the age of 56. Born on May 16, 1969, she was the daughter of Robert Mitchell, Sr. and Karen (Hassinger) Hinkle. A passionate gardener, Lisa found joy in nurturing plants and flowers, she was a true animal lover, with a particular fondness for cats.
Lisa...
Robert Sylvester Funt, Sr.
Feb 19, 2026
Robert S. Funt, Sr., a resident of the Brethren Home in New Oxford, PA departed for Heaven on February 19, 2026 at the age of 97. After graduating from Biglerville High School in the class of 1946, he learned the mason trade and worked for Heiges Masonry of Gettysburg.
He was the only child of John and Jessie (Kennedy) Funt. He...
William Blaine Tommsson Notevarp
Feb 18, 2026
In loving memory of William, age 34 of Shippensburg, who passed away unexpectedly on February 18, 2026. William was a loving son, grandson, brother, and uncle. He was born on January 16, 1992, in Bergen, Norway. Will was proud of his Norwegian ancestry and mourned the loss of his father in 2018.
He is survived by his mother, Anne Hosterman Notevarp,...
Roy Perry
Feb 18, 2026
Roy Perry, age 90 of Newville, formerly of York Springs, passed away February 18, 2026 at Green Ridge Village, Newville. He was born December 1, 1935 in Scranton to the late Anthony and Jean (Davis) Perry. Roy graduated from West Scranton in 1953.
Roy was a US Army veteran, was a sales rep for Stambaugh Auto Parts and was a charter...
Robert R. McQuaid
Feb 17, 2026
Robert R. “Mac” McQuaid, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and uncle, passed away unexpectedly on February 17, 2026 at Gettysburg Hospital. A resident of Orrtanna, PA since 1995, Bob was 93 years old. Born July 10, 1932 in Aspinwall to the late Edwin Heyd and Anna (Fischer) McQuaid, Bob was a proud Pittsburgh native. A 1954 graduate of Carnegie...
Ariel Anna Willever
Feb 15, 2026
Ariel Anna Willever, a bright spirit who touched the lives of many during her brief time among us, departed this world unexpectedly on February 15, 2026, at the age of 15. Ariel was born on February 7, 2011, in Harrisburg, she is the daughter of Kayla Willever and Tyler Johnson.
As a high school student, Ariel was known for her vibrant...
Francis E. Wivell
Feb 12, 2026
Francis E. Wivell, Sr. of Aspers, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2026, at Mercy House of Chambersburg. Born on August 25, 1942, in Thurmont, Maryland, he was the son of the late James Norbert Wivell, Sr. and Fannie Agnes (Bollinger) Wivell.
Francis worked in contrustion for a majority of his working career. He was an avid collector of various items....
Ricardo Hernandez Corona
Feb 10, 2026
Ricardo Hernandez Corona, quien falleció pacíficamente el 10 de febrero de 2026 a la edad de 53 años. Ricardo nació el 24 de febrero de 1972 en Aquiles Serdán, Michoacán, México. Amado esposo, padre y hermano, residió en Biglerville, Pensilvania, donde dedicó su vida a su familia y a su trabajo en la industria agrícola como trabajador de huertas. Devoto...
Thomas G. Marks
Feb 10, 2026
Thomas G. Marks, age 85 of Gettysburg, passed away February 10, 2026, with his wife holding his hand, at Gettysburg Hospital. He was born February 11, 1940 in Mifflinburg, PA to the late Esther M. (Kline) Moyer and step-father, Franklin “Farmer” Moyer.
Thomas was a machine operator for SKF in Hanover and was a very proud US Army Veteran, serving his...
Anna “Annie” Housekeeper
Feb 4, 2026
Anna “Annie” Housekeeper, 80, entered into eternal rest on February 4, 2026, in Mifflintown, PA.
Born on August 28, 1945, in Kirkwood, PA, she was the daughter of E. Frank and Virginia Housekeeper.
Annie was preceded in death by her parents; her siblings, Jane Taylor, Nancy Brotzman, and Edwin Housekeeper; and her nephew, Mike Housekeeper.
A beloved aunt to eleven nieces and nephews,...
Joseph L. Showers
Jan 29, 2026
Joseph L. Showers, age 94 of Biglerville, passed away January 29, 2026 at Hanover Hospital. He was born January 27, 1932 in Adams County to the late Edgar C. and Ruth A. (Wingert) Showers. Joseph was preceded in death by his wife, Joanne M. (Miller) Showers and brothers, Reuben C. Showers, Dale Showers, William Showers and sister, Rosellen Miller.
He is...
Doris Jane Showaker
Jan 25, 2026
Doris Jane Showaker, beloved mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 25, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on January 3, 1940, in Pennsylvania, Doris was a resident of Gardners, PA, where she found joy in the simple things in life-her beloved cats and dogs, and the quiet serenity of nature. Doris put her heart and soul...
Dawn Leanna Dovey
Jan 25, 2026
Dawn Leanna Dovey, age 96 of Gettysburg, passed away January 25, 2026 at Gardens of Gettysburg. She was born July 19, 1929 in Biglerville to the late Otis E. and Laura Grace (Sheaterom) Logan. Dawn was a member of Mount Olivet Church, loved to crochet and loved watching the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pirates.
Dawn is survived by her children; Joseph Myers,...
Connie J. Shafer
Jan 23, 2026
Connie J. Shafer, age 57 of Gardners, passed away January 23, 2026 at UPMC Harrisburg Hospital. She was born November 9, 1968 in Carlisle to the late Robert and Virginia (Dick) Barrick. Connie attended Green Spring First Church of God and enjoyed baking and cooking.
She is survived by her husband of 31 years, Robert S. Shafer, Jr., son, Andrew Barrick...
Charles Levi Wright, Sr.
Jan 22, 2026
Charles “Dick” L. Wright, Sr., age 89 of Newburg, passed away Thursday, January 22, 2026, at Shippensburg Health Care Center. He was born on January 10, 1937, at home in Newville, son of the late Charles S. and Edith M. (Holtry) Wright. He was a long-distance truck driver for many years and also a diesel mechanic for HC Gabler Trucking....
Roger Leo Cooley
Jan 21, 2026
Roger Leo Cooley, age 82 of Aspers, passed away January 21, 2026 at York Hospital. He was born February 28, 1943 in Gettysburg to the late John F. and Grace (Wampler) Cooley. Roger was a longtime member of the Shoshonean Rod and Gun Club, was a member of the Ira E. Lady American Legion in Biglerville and enjoyed hunting.
He is...
Alliene Elizabeth Coleman
Jan 21, 2026
Alliene Elizabeth Coleman December 26, 1933 – January 21, 2026
Alliene Elizabeth Coleman went home to be with her Lord on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. She was dearly loved by her husband of 71 years, John Coleman, and will be deeply missed by her five children: John Coleman (Lisa) of Pleasanton, Texas; Suzanne Wilson (Steve) of Claymont, Delaware; David Coleman (Karen)...
Vance C. Johnston
Jan 20, 2026
Vance C. Johnston, age 83 of Biglerville, passed away January 20, 2026 at Gettysburg Hospital. He was born May 10, 1942 in Millville, NJ to the late Nathan and Doris (Schulenburg) Johnston. Vance attended Biglerville High School and Gettysburg College. He owned and operated D and D Roofing for 50 years.
Vance loved walking, being around his family, especially around the...
Eugene E. McGlaughlin
Jan 18, 2026
Eugene E. “Gene” McGlaughlin. Age 93 of Biglerville, passed away January 18, 2026 at home. He was born November 21, 1932 in Fairfield to the late George Elmer and Ethel Irene (Warren) McGlaughlin. Gene was a 1951 graduate of Gettysburg High School.
Gene worked in the fruit industry and worked for CH Musselman Company for 33 years and the Penn State...
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