Obituaries

Apr 29, 2026

Apr 29, 2026

Bryan Wayne Hurley, age 53 of Shippensburg, passed away April 29, 2026 at home. He was born November 11, 1972 in Waynesboro to Jack and Shirley (Gladhill) Hurley. He enjoyed hunting, loved fishing and riding motorcycles but most of all, loved taking the kids to Hersheypark.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his fiancé, Keisha Farrell; children, Shyanne...

Apr 26, 2026

Franklin Curtis Montgomery Ridley, age 65, passed away April 26, 2026.

He was born August 22, 1960, in Harrisburg, PA.

He worked 30+ years in the Electrical trade in service and as a bucket truck operator.

Before losing his life to cancer, he was a respected employee of Rogers Electric out of Alpharetta, GA. He loved the work he did.

He is preceded in...

Apr 23, 2026

Ralph “Bud” Edward Danner Jr., 69, of Gardners, Pennsylvania, passed away on April 23, 2026.

Bud was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather whose life was centered around the people he loved. A hardworking man through and through, he took pride in providing for his family and being someone they could always count on. He found peace and happiness in the...

Apr 22, 2026

Andrew J. Orndorff, age 63 of Biglerville, passed away April 22, 2026 at home. He was born December 10, 1962 in Hanover to the late Germanus and Joan (Harrison) Orndorff. Andy was a carpenter for RS Mowery & Sons. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, loved music and was an excellent carpenter.

Andy is survived by his wife of 11 years, Patricia...

Apr 22, 2026

Gene D. Helman Sr., of Shippensburg, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2026, at the age of 85 at Transitions Healthcare Shook Home in Chambersburg. Born on November 8, 1940, in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, Gene was the son of the late Ralph M. Helman and Ada E. (Harshman) Helman.

Gene dedicated many years to his profession as a machine operator at Landis...

Apr 14, 2026

On Tuesday, April 14, 2026, William “Bill” Edward Wallace Sr., 92, passed away peacefully at his home after a brief illness. Born January 3, 1934 in Baltimore to the late Frederick and Hilda Heinekamp Wallace. He is survived by his loving wife Janet (Bruchie) Wallace, children and step-children, William Wallace II (Terri), Kirk Grander, Steven Wallace (Lisa), Kent Grander (Bambi)...

Apr 14, 2026

David Herman Cook, age 89 of York Springs, passed away April 14, 2026 at SpiriTrust Lutheran- the Village at Gettysburg. He was born October 15, 1936 in Wertzville to the late Calvin G., Sr. and Alice (Messinger) Cook. He was widowed by his wife, Anna Mae (Stambaugh) Cook, August 15, 2025.

David graduated from Boiling Springs High School in 1956 and...

Apr 11, 2026

Rickey Lynn Gossert, aged 61, of Chambersburg, passed away peacefully at his home on April 11, 2026. Born on June 16, 1964, he was a son of the late John O. Gossert, Jr. and Anna Catherine (Mullet) Gossert.

Surviving are three daughters, Cierra, Carlee and Courtney. He is also survived by his two brothers, John and Art; one sister Deb; 13...

Apr 11, 2026

Diana Mae Speelman, age 70 of Gardners, passed away April 11, 2026 at Mount Joy Hospice House. She was born June 3, 1955 in Gettysburg to the late John Robert and Sylvia Lee (Pritt) Altice. Diana was widowed by her husband, Richard J. Speelman I. She loved her plants and her pets, enjoyed going camping and collecting native American items...

Apr 5, 2026

Mary K. Fisher, age 84, Born December 21, 1941 in Lancaster County. Wife of late Joseph B. Fisher, died April 5, 2026. Professional services have been entrusted to Dugan Funeral & Cremation, Ltd., 51 Asper Drive in Shippensburg. A funeral service will be held April 7, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the Byler residence: 49 Oak Bend Rd. Newburg, PA...

Apr 2, 2026

Lynn Smith, 79, of Fairfield, PA was called home by the Lord on April 2, 2026 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Lynn was born on August 4, 1946, in Lenoir, NC. She was the oldest of 4 children and the daughter of the late Winnie and Marvin Chester. She met her husband, Bob and they married on...

Mar 29, 2026

Eugene F. “Gene” McDannell, 81, of Orrtanna, peacefully passed away at his home, surrounded by his loving family, on Sunday, March 29, 2026.

Born June 21, 1944, he was the son of the late Paul and Margaret (Harbold) McDannell. His first jobs were working on his family’s farm and The Round Barn farm. He then began working for PennDot, and retired...

Mar 28, 2026

Emma Jane Ocker-Motter, 93, of Shippensburg entered into Gods eternal care on March 28, 2026 with her loving family by her side. Born on November, 12 1932 in Shippensburg, she was the daughter of the late Alfred F. Fogelsanger and Harriet E. Ocker.

Emma was a farmer’s wife, caretaker, and a housewife. She provided great hospitality to others, which was what...

Mar 28, 2026

Irene Elizabeth Mellott, 95, entered into God’s eternal care on Saturday, March 28, 2026 at her home with her loving daughter Linda by her side. Irene was a beloved mother, grandma and great grandma. Irene was the daughter of the late James Slusser and Zula (Day) Slusser. She enjoyed playing piano, singing, listening to cowboy music and watching Gunsmoke.

Irene is...

Mar 25, 2026

Joann B. Day, 92, peacefully departed this world on March 25, 2026. Born on September 22, 1933, she was the daughter of the late Clarence E. Blocher and Mae M. (Hoffman) Blocher.

For many years, Joann worked at Rice Fruit Company as a bookkeeper. However, in her later years she worked for Dr. Tina McBeth also as a bookkeeper. She enjoyed...

Mar 25, 2026

Susan Kay Weatherly, age 67, of Cashtown, passed away peacefully at her home on March 25, 2026.

Born on December 21, 1958, in Gettysburg, Susan was the daughter of the late Herbert Myers and Betty Lou Luckenbaugh. A graduate of Biglerville High School, and happily retired in recent years. She built a life centered on family, home, and the simple joys...

Mar 24, 2026

Catherine R. Bigler, of Shippensburg, PA, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2026 at the age of 90. Born on January 3, 1936, in Shippensburg, she lived a life marked by love, resilience, and dedication to her craft. She was the daughter of the late Clyde and Martha (Warren) Rotz. A talented seamstress, Catherine proudly worked in many sewing factories...

Mar 23, 2026

Owen O. Naylor, age 86 of Biglerville, passed away March 23, 2026 at York Hospital. He was born in Biglerville to the late Charles Glenn and E. Grace (Kuhn) Naylor. Owen attended Biglerville High School and worked at the former Glen-Gery Corporation and subsequently Schindler Elevator Corporation as a welder for 24 years until retirement.

His family was his greatest joy....

Mar 22, 2026

Larry "Mac" Marlin McElroy, 78, of Seven Valleys, PA, passed away on March 22, 2026, at UPMC Memorial Hospital. Born on August 31, 1947, in Baltimore, Maryland, Larry lived a life defined by strength, service, and dedication to his family and community.

Larry is survived by his loving wife of 18 years, Malinda McElroy, who remained faithfully by his side throughout...