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Obituary abstracts from the Lebanon Daily News, Lebanon, PA.
People lived in Schuylkill, Dauphin, Lebanon, Berks, and Lancaster Counties.
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AUGUST 2001 OBITURY ABSTRACTS
LEBANON DAILY NEWS
LEBANON, LEBANON CO, PENNSYLVANIA
SUBMITTED BY KRISTA GABLE
Updated 12/20/03
Index by order listed.
Aug 1, 2001 Lawrence J. Morrissey Jr., age not listed
Aug 1, 2001 Dorothy J. (nee ) Saul, age 76
Aug 2, 2001 Ruth K. (nee Kettering) Miller, age 90
Aug 2, 2001 Anna A. (nee Mease) Nicholas, age 65
Aug 2, 2001 Annie D. (nee Paponetti) Fitzsimmons, age unknown
Aug 3, 2001 Yolanda M. (nee Faiola) Engel, age 87
Aug 3, 2001 Hilda M. (nee Burkhart) Ney, age 87
Aug 3, 2001 Louise L. (nee Measack) Thompson, age 71
Aug 4, 2001 Phyllis (nee Wallett) Fogelman, age 70
Aug 4, 2001 Everett W. Clagett, age 86
Aug 4, 2001 Violet D. (nee Stiff) Allder, age 83
Aug 4, 2001 Catherine E. (nee Carberry) Kenny, age 87
Aug 5, 2001 Esther M. (nee Carmany) Gerlach, age 90
Aug 5, 2001 Eleanor L. "Pete" (nee Krause) Gill, age 69
Aug 5, 2001 Richard A. Basselgia, age 89
Aug 6, 2001 Lillie E. (nee Darkes) Dubbs, age 88
Aug 6, 2001 Mary K. (nee Hallman) Hoerner, age 81
Aug 7, 2001 Ethel S. (nee Shank) Bell, age 88
Aug 7, 2001 Violet L. (nee Sharp) Brunner, age 96
Aug 7, 2001 Robert L. Kemmerling, age 62
Aug 7, 2001 Mary C. (nee Zinn) Hilton, age 82
Aug 7, 2001 Ruth V. (nee Habecker) Hocker, age 86
Aug 7, 2001 Helen R. (nee Rudnick) Caplan), age 92
Aug 7, 2001 Charles S. Farver-Apgar, age 98
Aug 7, 2001 Robert J. Reb, age 78
Aug 8, 2001 Shannon Lee Marks, age unknown
Aug 8, 2001 Kathryn E. (nee Nagle) Stoudt, age 76
Aug 8, 2001 Thomas E. Atkins, age 75
Aug 8, 2001 Richard A. Swineford, age 23
Aug 8, 2001 John Michewicz, age 67
Aug 8, 2001 Norman L. Marks, age 83
Aug 8, 2001 Robert W. Butler, age 66
Aug 8, 2001 Lillie E. (nee Darkes) Dubbs, age 88
Aug 8, 2001 Marian (nee Hershey) Witmer, age 87
Aug 8, 2001 Monroe M. Gibble, age 83
Aug 8, 2001 Mae P. (nee Stein) Davis, age 81
Aug 9, 2001 Ray L. Yeakley, age 88
Aug 9, 2001 Joseph M. Krizan, age 83
Aug 9, 2001 Robert W. Butler, age 66
Aug 10, 2001 Jean L. Fisher, age 45
Aug 10, 2001 Kathleen F. (nee Fox) Gage, age 51
Aug 10, 2001 James B. Slyman, age 67
Aug 10, 2001 Eva G. (nee Wagner) Edwards, age 64
Aug 10, 2001 Landis A. Frantz, age 77
Aug 11, 2001 John H. Cramer Jr., age 79
Aug 11, 2001 Gloria H. (nee Daubert) Felty, age 65
Aug 11, 2001 Pauline Y. (nee Yeager) Richie, age 86
Aug 12, 2001 Earl B. Weidler, age 76
Aug 12, 2001 Mary E. (nee Hallman) Brandt, age 96
Aug 13, 2001 Laura S. (nee Gassert) Wolfe, age 87
Aug 13, 2001 Roberta E. (nee Stutzman) Shirk, age 83
Aug 14, 2001 June G. Dale, age 86
Aug 14, 2001 Walter F. Miller, age 83
Aug 14, 2001 Cariella A. (nee Rothermel) Brunn, age 83
Aug 14, 2001 Isabel G. "Issy" (nee Byrt ) Knox, age 92
Aug 14, 2001 Lloyd E. Hetrick, age 78
Aug 14, 2001 Allen J. Kern, age 82
Aug 14, 2001 Margaret (nee Greenwald) Woodland, age 75
Aug 15, 2001 Cariella A. (nee Rothermel) Brunn, age 83
Aug 15, 2001 Alta Z. (nee Burkholder) Zimmerman, age 80
Aug 15, 2001 Kathleen Fay (nee Heffner) Hass, age 42
Aug 15, 2001 Eugene J. "Butch" Meisner, Jr., age 44
Aug 16, 2001 Robert K. Miller, age 84
Aug 16, 2001 Jennie T. (nee Pavone) Iacavone, age 78
Aug 16, 2001 Elsie J. (nee Gozzi) J. Marino, age 87
Aug 16, 2001 William J. Marchant, age 39
Aug 16, 2001 Charles W. "Chuck" Tolley, age 64
Aug 16, 2001 Dorothy Irene (nee Heiser) Thomasco, age 86
Aug 16, 2001 Richard L. Neenan, age 84
Aug 17, 2001 Martha L. (nee Lileck) Early, age 62
Aug 17, 2001 Harvey P. Heagy, age 72
Aug 17, 2001 Richard W. Watson, age 71
Aug 18, 2001 Robert B. Payne, age 78
Aug 18, 2001 Nina R. (nee Rouzer) Alt, age 77
Aug 18, 2001 Dorothy C. "Dottie" (nee Wagner) Speraw, age 83
Aug 18, 2001 Todd A. Thomasco, age 36
Aug 18, 2001 Katherine R. Beck, age 57
Aug 19, 2001 Martha S. (nee Bubp) Labe, age 95
Aug 19, 2001 Ada A. (nee Russell) Armstrong, age 83
Aug 19, 2001 Thomas "Sarge" Hippensteel, age 67
Aug 19, 2001 Richard J. Griffe, age 77
Aug 20, 2001 Josephine "Jo" (nee Mariani) Wingenroth, age 67
Aug 20, 2001 Irene B. (nee Buffamoyer) Smith, age 75
Aug 20, 2001 Lois L. (nee Wolfe) Moyer, age 65
Aug 21, 2001 Thomas "Sarge" Hippensteel, age 67
Aug 21, 2001 Esther L. Jamison, age 90
Aug 21, 2001 Ethel M. (nee Schroyer) Wagner, age 91
Aug 21, 2001 Alvin R. Boyer, age 68
Aug 21, 2001 Mary Anne (nee Tietjen) Byrne, age 60
Aug 21, 2001 Patricia E. (nee O'Connell) Smith, age 52
Aug 21, 2001 James R. Cannon, age 35
Aug 21, 2001 Harry I. Sohn Sr., age 88
Aug 21, 2001 Samuel F. Purcell Sr., age 51
Aug 22, 2001 Lois L. (nee Wolfe) Moyer, age 65
Aug 22, 2001 Harold A. Shearer, age 68
Aug 22, 2001 Dorothy G. (nee Zombro) Boltz, age 77
Aug 22, 2001 Norman R. Bord Jr., age 60
Aug 22, 2001 Barbara E. Dobias, age 68
Aug 23, 2001 Barbara E. Dobias, age 68
Aug 23, 2001 Dorothy G. (nee Zombro) Williams Boltz, age 77
Aug 23, 2001 Raymond W. McKinney, age 87
Aug 23, 2001 Marjorie H. (nee Dumez) Fox, age 80
Aug 23, 2001 Jennie M. (nee Williams) Heckert, age unknown
Aug 24, 2001 Frances K. (nee Klespis) Flaherty, age 81
Aug 24, 2001 Mildred E. (nee Keim) Shlafer, age 85
Aug 24, 2001 D. Loretta (nee Berkheimer) Kemmler, age 62
Aug 24, 2001 Thomas G. Glasmire, age 50
Aug 25, 2001 Lewis F. Ream, age 71
Aug 25, 2001 Henry J. Kiscadden, age 75
Aug 25, 2001 Edith A. (nee Copenhaver) Heffley, age 92
Aug 25, 2001 Bernadine M. "Bernie" (nee Souders) Lander, age 95
Aug 25, 2001 Charlotte S. (nee Smith) Kuhn, age 87
Aug 26, 2001 Miriam A. (nee Shumaker) Shireman, age 93
Aug 26, 2001 Jeanette Pearl (nee Lesher) Buchter, age 99
Aug 27, 2001 Marvin W. Hartman, age 81
Aug 27, 2001 Sara A. (nee Arbegast) Keller, age 84
Aug 27, 2001 Jane R. (nee Ross) Sheeley, age 78
Aug 27, 2001 Marlene F. (nee Snavely) Kohr, age 66
Aug 28, 2001 Margaret Mary (nee Faiola) Lamancusa, age 79
Aug 28, 2001 Irma G. (nee Fahler) Marko, age 84
Aug 28, 2001 Myrle E. (nee Fox) Lafferty, age 86
Aug 29, 2001 Emilio J. Ranieri, Jr., age 71
Aug 29, 2001 William H. Bolger, age 84
Aug 29, 2001 Matthew J. Jordan, age 71
Aug 29, 2001 Richard H. "Dick" Wike, age 84
Aug 29, 2001 Sherwood E. Kendall, age 80
Aug 29, 2001 Hans J. Stucki, age 68
Aug 30, 2001 Julia A. (nee Heisey) Kemp, age 86
Aug 30, 2001 Viola L. (nee Zimmerman) Arnold, age 92
Aug 30, 2001 Richard A. Cook, age 72
Aug 30, 2001 Russell A. Cook Jr., age 69
Aug 30, 2001 Darrel L. Hines, age 59
Aug 30, 2001 Charles G. Mease, age 74
Aug 30, 2001 Edith K. (nee Knowles) Duetsch, age 92
Aug 30, 2001 Evelyn B. (nee Bradt) Erickson, age 92
Aug 31, 2001 George M. Weller, age 88
Aug 31, 2001 Mabel E. (nee Brown) Gassert, age 99
Aug 31, 2001 Irene F. (nee Templin) Barr, age 81
Aug 1, 2001
Lawrence J. Morrissey Jr., age not listed
b. May 8, 1933 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. May 29, 2001 Concord, North Carolina
h/o Anita (nee Stover) Morrissey
s/o late Lawrence J. Sr. & Ida Mae (nee Miller) Morrissey
Victim of Cancer
Army veteran, Korean War
Retied from hotel management
"Lived in Lebanon County his whole life with exception of the last 11 years when he lived in
Charlotte and Concord NC"
Survivors:
Daughter Lauren Martin, Concord NC
Daughter Karen Peiffer, Lebanon
Son Kirk Morrissey, Jonestown
Sister Thea Fisher, Sykesville MD
Sister Frances Weaber, Lebanon
Sister Paula Thamez, Waco TX
Brother Bernard Morrissey, Stevens
Brother Fred Morrissey, Lebanon
Five grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Brother Kenneth Morrissey
Burial: location is not listed.
Aug 1, 2001
Dorothy J. (nee Yeager) Saul, age 76
b. Aug 6, 1924 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA
d. Jul 30, 2001 Harrisburg, PA
w/o Jack Saul
d/o late Joseph & Mildred (nee Hahn) Yeager
patient, Harrisburg Hospital, Harrisburg PA
Resident, Palmyra PA
Homemaker
Survivors:
Daughter Pat Weaber, Lebanon
Daughter Karen Saul, Palmyra, with whom she lived.
Daughter Tina Gosthnian, Palmyra
Five grandchildren
Four great-grandchildren
Burial: Willow Grove Cemetery, Linglestown PA
Aug 2, 2001
Ruth K. (nee Kettering) Miller, age 90
b. Apr 29, 1911 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Jul 27, 2001 Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o Col. Rodman D. Miller, would have celebrated 59 years in September 2001.
D/o late Alvin K. & Barbara S. (nee Yingst) Kettering
Resident, Cornwall Manor, Cornwall PA
Former resident, Annville
Graduate, 1929, Annville High School
Graduate, 1933, Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs NY
Member, Zion Lutheran Church, Lebanon
Former Girl Scout.
Survivors:
Daughter Ruth Anne Miller, Prescott, Arizona
Sister Abigail Schildnecht, Palm Coast FL
Three grandchildren
Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 2, 2001
Anna A. (nee Mease) Nicholas, age 65
b. Jan 16, 1936 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 1, 2001 Lebanon PA
w/o Earl L. Nicholas Sr.
d/o late Clarence L. & Stella E. (nee Ritz) Mease
patient, Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon
resident, Lebanon PA
nurse's aide, former Leader Nursing Home, Lebanon
prior employee, Quality Inn
member, Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lebanon
member, Lebanon Fire Police
member, Lebanon VFW Post 23 auxiliaries.
Survivors:
Son Earl L. Nicholas Jr., Lebanon
Daughter Brenda J., w/o Richard C. Clark Sr., Lebanon
Daughter Wendy A., w/o William Worrilow III, Lebanon
Daughter Karen M., w/o John Stoner, Manheim
Sister Shirley A., w/o David Lehman, Lebanon
Sister Doris L., w/oDale Etzweiler, Lebanon
Brother William T. Mease, Lebanon
Six grandchildren
Three great-grandchildren
Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 2, 2001
Annie D. (nee Paponetti) Fitzsimmons, age unknown
b. date not listed Coatesville PA
d. Jul 31, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
d/o late Nicola & Luigina (nee Canucetti) Paponetti
patient, Hershey Medical Center
resident, Hershey
retired nurse, Hershey Medical Center
member, St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, Hershey
social member, Hershey Italian Lodge.
Survivors:
Sister Nilda P. Bonfanti, Hershey
Sister Norma P. Baiocchi, Hershey
Brother Paul G. Paponetti, Palmyra
Number of nieces and nephews.
Burial: Hershey Cemetery, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
Aug 3, 2001
Yolanda M. (nee Faiola) Engel, age 87
b. Nov 19, 1913 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 2, 2001 Lebanon PA
w/o late Stephen Engel
d/o late Dominic & Stella (nee Lanni) Faiola
retired photographic technician, Harpel's, Lebanon
retired, R & M Dress Factory, Lebanon
Graduate, 1933, Lebanon Catholic High School
Member, St. Mary's Church
Survivors:
Son Anthony Lamancusa, Lebanon
Brother Albino Faiola, Harrisburg
Brother Herman Faiola, Lebanon
Sister Margaret Lamancusa, Harrisburg
Sister Florence Moyer, Lebanon
Several nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by:
Brothers Raymond, Samuel and Victor Faiola
Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N. Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 3, 2001
Hilda M. (nee Burkhart) Ney, age 87
b. date not listed Womeldorf, Berks Co. PA
d. Aug 2, 2001 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late George W. Ney Sr., who died in Jun 1959.
D/o late Thomas & Jennie (nee Weik) Burkhart
Retired, 1979 after 10 years of service from the former, Columbia Minerva Corp, Robesonia
Member, Zion United Church of Christ, Womelsdorf
Survivors:
Daughter Gladys Norman, Myerstown
Son George W. Ney Jr., Robesonia
Son Thomas D. Ney, Sheffield VT
Sister Grace Doris, Myerstown
Two grandchildren
Two great-grandchildren
Burial: Heidelberg Cemetery, Robesonia, Berks Co. PA
Aug 3, 2001
Louise L. (nee Measack) Thompson, age 71
b. Jun 25, 1930 Hudson Falls NY
d. Aug 2, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late Ross A. Thompson
d/o late Robert & Margaret (nee Floyd) Measack
retired owner, service station and garage in Tower City (Schuylkill Co.) for over 50 years.
Member, St. Mary's Church, Lebanon
Survivors:
Son Samuel, h/o Janna Mione, Pocatello, Idaho
Five grandchildren
One great-grandchild
An uncle.
Preceded in death by:
Brother Donald Measack
Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 4, 2001
Phyllis (nee Wallett) Fogelman, age 70
b. Jul 14, 1931 location not listed
d. Aug 3, 2001 South Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late Richard E. Fogelman
d/o late Kermit & Ruth (nee Gross) Wallett
retired PBX operator, Hershey Chocolate USA
member, Hershey Federal Credit Union
member, Chocolate Workers Union Local 464
Survivors:
Son Douglas R. Fogelman, Hershey
Son Miles E. Fogelman, Palmyra
Son Daniel R. Fogelman, Palmyra
Daughter Rita F. Ramacciotti, Hershey
Daughter Paulette M. Smartschan, Palmyra
Daughter Colleen Garrison, Campbelltown
Sister Julia Latchford, Palmyra
Brother David Wallett, Quentin
10 grandchildren
burial: Spring Creek Church of the Brethren Cemetery, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
Aug 4, 2001
Everett W. Clagett, age 86
b. Aug 1, 1915 Bethel Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 2, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o Josephine C. Clagett, whom he married Jul 28, 2000.
S/o late owen & Martha (nee Hartzell) Clagett
Retired laborer, Bethlehem Steel Corp, Lebanon
Owner/operator, Clagett Lawn Mower & Sharpening Service
Member, First Baptist Church, Lebanon
Former member, St. Stephen's United Church of Christ
Volunteer, Susquehanna Association for the Blind & Vision Impaired.
Member, Senior Center of Lebanon Valley
Member, Retired Steelworkers
Survivors:
Daughter Joanne, w/o Charles A. Miller, Mechanicsburg
Daughter Susan B., w/o Richard H. Fake, Lebanon
Daughter Mrs. Janet M. Hoadley, Harrisburg
Step-son Carl M. Capello, Bridgeton GA
Brother Carol O. Clagett, State College
Brother Arthur H. Clagett, Lebanon
Six grandchildren
Six great-grandchildren
Several nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by:
Wife Anna B. (Masemore) Clagett, who died in 1991.
Sister Virginia M. Clagett Fonderwhite, who died in 1987.
Burial: Kimmerlings Cemetry, E. Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 4, 2001
Violet D. (nee Stiff) Allder, age 83
b. Mar 17, 1918 London, England
d. Aug 2, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late Hubert Allder
d/o late David & Isabella (nee Pelling) Stiff
Survivors:
Daughter Marie D., w/o Joseph Gallarelli
Three grandchildren
One great-grandchild
Brother David Stiff, London, England
Sister Jessie Humphries, London, England
Numerous nieces and nephews.
Burial: nothing is listed. Possible Cremation.
Aug 4, 2001
Catherine E. (nee Carberry) Kenny, age 87
b. Jul 13, 1914 Dudley PA
d. Aug 3, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late Joseph X. Kenny, who died in 1993.
D/o late George & Mary (nee Brannigan) Carberry
Retired, Lebanon Valley General Hospital
Member, St. Mary's Church.
Survivors:
Daughter Barbara, w/o Robert Serba, Lebanon
Daughter Mary Shifflett, Harrisburg
Daughter Kathleen Horst, Lebanon
Son J. Joseph Kenny, Lebanon
Son Frank, h/o Keri Kenny, San Jose CA
Eight grandchildren
12 great-grandchildren
several nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by:
Brothers George & Augustus Carberry
Sisters Clair Carberry, Margaret Burgner, Cecilia Simpson
Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N. Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 5, 2001
Esther M. (nee Carmany) Gerlach, age 90
b. Mar 30, 1911 Campbelltown, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 3, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late Paul Gerlach
parents are not listed.
Resident, ManorCare Health Services, Lebanon
Former resident, Cleona
Retired sewing machine operator, Annville Shoulder Strap
Member, First Evangelical Congregational Church, Palmyra
Enjoyed crocheting and knitting.
Survivors:
Son Leon, h/o Arlene Gerlach, Enola
Daughter Mabel I., w/o George Wagner, Cleona
Step-daughter Martha, w/o Lester Tice, Lebanon
12 grandchildren
26 great-grandchildren
16 great-great-grandchildren
burial: United Christian Cemetery, South Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 5, 2001
Eleanor L. "Pete" (nee Krause) Gill, age 69
b. Apr 10, 1932 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 4, 2001 Lebanon PA
w/o late Harold A. Gill, who died Apr 20, 1992.
D/o late Harriet (nee Fox) Krause and Irwin Krause.
Patient, Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon PA
Resident, Lebanon PA
Former hostess, Country Fare Restaurant, Myerstown
Attended, St. Mark's United Church of Christ, Lebanon
Former member, Grace United Church of Christ, Richland, where she sung in the choir.
Graduate, Lebanon High School.
Volunteer, Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon
Member, Lebanon Choral Society
Survivors:
Step-son Michael A., h/o Dorothy Gill, Ephrata
Step-son Douglas Farringer, Lewisburg
Step-daughter Wendy Dillon, Altoona
Step-daughter Tracie Miller, Holidaysburg
Three grandchildren
Several nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by:
Step-son Jeffrey S. Gill
Brother Harold K. Krause
Sisters Dorothy Host and Evelyn Krause
Burial: Ebenzer "Greenwood" Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 5, 2001
Richard A. Basselgia, age 89
b. Sep 22, 1911 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 3, 2001 Lebanon PA
h/o Nancy (nee Matterness) Basselgia
h/o late Eleanor (nee Lux) Basseligia
s/o late James & Minnie (nee Erdman) Basselgia
resident, Lebanon PA
funeral director, 58 years in Lebanon
member, Salem Lutheran Church, Lebanon
member, Lebanon Ð Schuylkill Co. Funeral Directors Association
life member, Elks BPOE No. 631
member, Travelers Protective Association, Post E for over 50 years.
Charter member, Quentin Riding Club
Member, Friendship and Rescue Hose Fire Companies
Member, Victory Voices
Attended, Lebanon City schools
Graduate, Eckel's School of Mortuary Science
Avid hunter
He had a home in Eagle's Mere, PA
Survivors:
Step-son M. Craig Paine, Bethlehem
Step-son M. Clark Paine, Lancaster
Step-daughter Cheryl M. Paine, Alliance, OH
Step-son M. Charles Paine, Lebanon
Two step-grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Brother James Basselgia
He was the last of his immediate family.
Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 6, 2001
Lillie E. (nee Darkes) Dubbs, age 88
b. Feb 19, 1913 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA
d. Aug 5, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late Frank E. Dubbs
d/o late Harry & Lillie (nee Miller) Darkes
patient, Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon
resident, Myerstown
production worker, Sterling Drug, Myerstown
member, St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Hamlin
Survivors:
Son Frank D., h/o Patricia Dubbs, Myerstown
Brother Harry Dubbs, Jonestown
Sister Anna Anspach, Pine Grove
Five grandchildren
12 great-grandchildren
two great-great-grandchildren
burial: St. Peter's Lutheran Church Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA
Aug 6, 2001
Mary K. (nee Hallman) Hoerner, age 81
b. Nov 25, 1919 Campbelltown, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 5, 2001 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA
w/o Leon C. Hoerner, married 63 years, Feb 18, 2001
d/o late Paul F. & Carrie (nee Blouch) Hallman
patient, Harrisburg Hospital
resident, Hershey
cook, Hallman's Diner, Palmyra, retired after 14 years.
Prior work, 10 years for King Kup in Hershey
Member, Campbelltown United Methodist Church
Member, Dauphin County Farm Women's Association.
Survivors:
Son Allen P., h/o Peggy Hoerner, Hershey
Son Ralph A., h/o Donna Hoerner, Hershey
Brother Charles Hallman, Palmyra
Brother Paul Hallman Jr., McAllister, Oklahoma
Brother William Hallman, Hummelstown
Five grandchildren
Seven great-grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Brothers Harold Hallman & Wilbur Hallman
Burial: Hummelstown Cemetery, Hummelstown, Dauphin Co. PA
Aug 7, 2001
Ethel S. (nee Shank) Bell, age 88
b. date not listed Elizabethtown, Lancaster Co. PA
d. Aug 5, 2001 Vero Beach, Florida
w/o late Ralph Bell
d/o late Davie & Mary (nee Winters) Shank
member, Trinity United Methodist Church, Hummelstown
had worked at the former Lynn's Market, Hummelstown
Survivors:
Daughter-in-law Rose M. Barnes, Palmyra
3 grandchildren
14 great-grandchildren
4 great-great grandchildren
burial: Hummelstown Cemetery, Hummelstown, Dauphin Co. PA
Aug 7, 2001
Violet L. (nee Sharp) Brunner, age 96
b. Nov 29, 1904 North Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 5, 2001 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late Thomas Wartluft
w/o late Earl Heffelfinger
w/o late Mark Brunner
d/o late Frank & Maggie (nee Donmoyer) Sharp
employed as garment factory worker for many years.
Member, Myerstown United Church of Christ, where she was involved w/ the former Altar Guild.
Avid Philadelphia Phillies Fan
Enjoyed traveling and playing cards.
Survivors:
Son Earl Wartluft, Myerstown
Step-dau Marilyn, w/o George Early, Palmyra
Step-dau Carol, w/o Elmer Fox, Lebanon
Step-son John Brunner, Akron, PA
Step-son Neal Brunner, Richland
Brother Lester Sharp, Myerstown
Sister Irene Moore, Sebring, FL
7 grandchildren
7 great-grandchildren
numerous step-grandchildren
step-great-grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Son Warren Wartluft
Brothers Elmer Sharp, Allen Sharp, John Sharp, Harry Sharp, William Sharp, and Isaac Sharp.
Sisters Mary Ream, Lizzie Reedy, Bessie Lutz, and Helen Sharp.
Burial: Mt. Hope Cemetery, Myerstown, Lebanon Co.PA
Aug 7, 2001
Robert L. Kemmerling, age 62
b. Dec 21, 1938 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA
d. Aug 6, 2001 Pine Grove, PA
h/o Betty (nee Lebo) Kemmerling, to whom he was married 44 years.
S/o late Charles & Dora (nee Herring) Kemmerling
Employed as a building and grounds supervisor at Indiantown Gap for the lieutenant governor's mansion.
Army veteran of the Vietnam War.
Survivors:
Son Brian Kemmerling, Schuylkill Haven
Son Keith Kemmerling, Pine Grove
Daughter Sharon Hummel, Tremont
Daughter Trudi Strubhar, Pine Grove
Brother Theodore Kemmerling, Pine Grove
Brother Kurt Kemmerling Sr., Pine Grove
Sister Eva Zimmerman, Pine Grove
Sister Doris Bohler, Pine Grove
Sister Olive Charles, Newark DE
4 grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Brothers Harvey Kemmerling, Daniel Kemmerling and Roy Kemmerling
Sister Ina Zerbe
Burial: location is not listed.
Aug 7, 2001
Mary C. (nee Zinn) Hilton, age 82
b. Dec 5, 1918 Harrisbug, Dauphin Co. PA
d. Aug 6, 2001 Cornwall Manor, Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late D. Ray Wenger, who died in 1977
w/o Charles H. Hilton
d/o late Percy & Lillian (nee Mehaffie) Zinn
credit manager for Montgomery Ward in Lebanon
Manager for Spiegel Inc, Lebanon & Annville
Graduate, 1936 John Harris H. S.
Member, Fairland Brethren in Christ Church, Cleona
Survivors:
Son D. Ray Wenger Jr., Yardville NJ
Child Carlin L. Wenger, Harrisburg
Son John Hilton, Manheim
Son Charles H. Hilton Jr., Manheim
Daughter Miriam, w/o D. Ray Wenger, Yardville, NJ
Son Dell Hilton, Lebanon
Daughter Claudette, w/o Lenwood Williams, Lebanon
8 grandchildren
6 great-grandchildren
burial: Fairland Brethren in Christ Cemetery, Cleona, Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 7, 2001
Ruth V. (nee Habecker) Hocker, age 86
b. date not listed Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
d. Aug 5, 2001 Hershey PA
w/o Malcolm L. Hocker
d/o late John & Sadie (nee Gipe) Habecker
Graduate of Hershey H. S.
Retired secretary for Hershey Foods Insurance Dept.
Member, First United Methodist Church, Hershey and its Senior Adult Sunday school class.
Member, Women's Circle No. 2
Member, Hershey Chapter 509 Order of the Eastern Star
Member, Derry Township Mohler Senior Center.
Avid reader and enjoyed gardening, traveling and needlework.
Survivors:
Daughter Elizabeth A. Argust, Willingboro NJ
Daughter Carolyn F. Beck, Manalapan, NJ
Son Robert M. Hocker, Hershey
Son Brian J. Hocker, Womelsdorf
Brother Clyde Habecker, Annville
Sister Verna Jean Hoover, Harrisburg
13 grandchildren
23 great-grandchildren
burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, N.Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 7, 2001
Helen R. (nee Rudnick) Caplan, age 92
b. Oct 8, 1909 Williamstown, Mass.
d. Aug 5, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co.PA
w/o late Hyman S. Caplan
d/o late Morris & Peshcha (nee Shapiro) Rudnick
member, Congregation Beth Israel, where she was a member of the Sister hood and Hadassah
Graduate 1930, Simmons College in Boston, Mass.
Survivors:
Son Perry Caplan, York
Son Eli Caplan, Lebanon
Daughter Jolle, w/o Martin Margolis, Wellsville
3 grandchildren
She was preceded in death by 10 brothers and sisters.
"Pallbears: Fred Wolfson, Joseph Clark, Sloan Caplan, Anna Margolis, Daniel Margolis,
George Kipp, Perry Caplanand Jolle Margois"
Burial: Beth Israel Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 7, 2001
Charles S. Farver-Apgar, age 98
b. Aug 6, 1902 Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co. PA
d. Jul 30, 2001 Elizabethtown, Lancaster Co. PA
h/o Martha A. Farver-Apgar, w/whom he would have celebrated 20 years on Dec 19, 2001
h/o late Bessie (nee Dickerson) Apgar, who died in 1980.
S/o late Charles & Albertine J. (nee Lippincoltt) Apgar.
Earned Ph.D at the University of Pittsburgh
Professor and chairman of the department of biology at Elizabettown College for 1945 Ð 1967.
Instructor at the University of Pittsburgh, Research Fellow at Wistar Institute
Photographer for PA Game Commission
Assistant chief of education at Cornell University School of Medicine
Assistant quartermaster at Indiantown Gap Military Reservation.
1 of 13 people to receive a Centennial Award from Elizabethtown College on Feb 2, 2000, Founders' Day.
He received the Centennial Medal for major contributions to the college. As chairman of
the department of biology, he enriched the curriculum and facilities increasing courses from
9 to 16 enabling students to begin being accepted into first Ð class medical shools and graduate schools.
He was one of the first faculty members with a doctoral degree.
Preceded in death by:
Brother David Apgar
Burial: location is not listed.
Aug 7, 2001
Robert J. Reb, age 78
b. Jul 30, 1923 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 3, 2001 Lebanon PA
h/o late Sylvia (nee Corl) Reb
s/o late Michael & Barbara (nee Karli) Reb.
Employed as a crane operator at Bethlehem Steel Corp.
Army veteran of WW2.
Survivors:
Brother Jacob Reb, Lebanon
Brother Henry Reb, Lebanon
Brother Gene Reb, Lebanon
Step-dau Ruth Benner, York
Step-dau Susan Serano, Fayettesville NC
3 granddaughters
burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 8, 2001
Shannon Lee Marks, age unknown
b. Feb 25, 1980 Camp Hill, Cumberland Co. PA
d. Aug 6, 2001 Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co. PA
d/o Gregrey A. Marks
d/o Rachelle Marks
"fell to the ground as she tried to climb a 3rd floor window in her center-city
Philadelphia apartment onto the roof of an adjacent building"
waitress and student
Graduate, 1998, Palmyra High School
Enjoyed art, drawing and painting
Enrolled to begin fall semester, University of PA Tyler School of the Arts
Survivors:
Maternal Grandmother Ester Fish, Enola
Maternal Grandfather Robert Fish, Reston Va
Paternal Grandparents James & Cynthia (nee Kramer) Marks, Etters
Several aunts, uncles, cousins
Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 8, 2001
Kathryn E. (nee Nagle) Stoudt, age 76
b. Aug 31, 1924 Newmanstown, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 7, 2001 Newmanstown PA
w/o late Frederick N. Stoudt, who died Oct 27, 1988.
D/o late John & Sallie (nee Evans) Nagle
Dietary worker, 10 years, Wernersville State Hospital, retired 1990.
Survivors:
Daughter Carolyn, w/o Kenneth Umberger, Womelsdorf
Daughter Sandra, w/o Robert Gipe, Lebanon
Daughter Teri, w/o Robert Rittle, Richland
Six grandchildren
Four great-grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Daughter Evelyn Wolfe, 1960
Grandson Edward David Wolfe, 1960
Granddaughter Betsy Umberger, 1993
Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 8, 2001
Thomas E. Atkins, age 75
b. Aug 11, 1925 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 4, 2001 Cornelius, Oregon
h/o Jean Grace (nee Flocken) Atkins, a Lebanon native to whom he was married 54 years, Jan 2001.
Parents are not listed.
Graduate, 1943, Lebanon High School
President of his senior class.
Navigator, Army Air Corp. during WW2
Graduate, Catawba College, Salisbury NC
Received Ph.D in Psychology, Penn State University
Held positions w/ Veterans Administration, Gulfport Mississippi, and Lebanon, and w/ Child Guidance Clinic of Philadelphia
20 year Child Psychologist, Children's Hospital in Philadelphia, retired 1989.
Pioneering work in identifying and helping children with learning problems.
Helped found and maintain, Philadelphia Branch of the Orton Dyslexia Society
Received, Hoopes Award, International Dyslexia Association in 1997.
Active member, Friends of the Forest Grove Library, Forest Grove, Oregon
Survivors:
Son Karl, h/o Carol Atkins, Corelius, Oregon
Son Thomas, h/o Terri Atkins, Cherry Hill, NJ
Brother James R. Atkins, Lebanon
Sister C. Elizabeth Burns, Louisville KY
Five grandchildren
Burial location is not listed.
Aug 8, 2001
Richard A. Swineford, age 23
b. May 16, 1978 Lewisburg, PA
d. Aug 7, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
h/o Erica N. (nee Barto) Swineford
s/o Terry L. & Brenda K. (nee Snyder) Swineford
Graduate, 1996, Middletown High School
Graduate, 1999, Eastern College
Member and Sunday school teacher, Annville United Methodist Church, serving as youth pastor.
Member, Organized Parent Works
Coached soccer at New Covenant Christian School
Survivors:
Daughter Faith Rebecca Swineford, Palmyra
Twin Brother Ryan J., h/o Shanda Swineford, Middleburg
Brother Shane A., h/o Valerie Swineford, Kreamer
Sister Jennifer, w/o Scott Umstead, Paxtonville
Paternal
Grandmother Erma Swineford, Kreamer
Maternal
Grandparents Paul S. & Mary C. Snyder, Richfield
Father & Mother
-in-law Joseph & Becky Wisnieski, Philadelphia
three nieces
three nephews.
Burial: Paxtonville Cemetery, Paxtonville, PA
Aug 8, 2001
John Michewicz, age 67
b. Jan 2, 1934 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 6, 2001 Reading, Berks Co. PA
w/o late Stanley & Stella (nee Wrobleski) Michewicz
retired printer, former Terry Printing, Lebanon
Survivors:
Son Barry Hackman, Mechanicsburg
Daughter Stella Michewicz, Virginia
Sister Emily Sholly, Lebanon
Several nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by:
Brother Charles Michewicz
Twin Brother Stanley Michewicz
Burial: location is not provided.
Aug 8, 2001
Norman L. Marks, age 83
b. May 19, 1918 Bern Twp., Berks Co. PA
d. Aug 7, 2001 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o Catherine M. (nee Kline) Marks, 63 years, Apr 15, 2001.
S/o late Franklin & Mary (nee Luckenbill) Marks
Truck driver, 15 years, Continental Can, Reading, retired 1982
Member, Christ Lutheran Church, Stouchsburg
Member, Myerstown Rod & Gun Club
Member, R Field & Stream Club
Member, Wild Turkey Federation
Member, National Rifle Association
Member, Keystone & Kutztown fire companies, Myerstown
Member, Teamsters Local 429, Reading
Survivors:
Son Norman G., h/o Anita Marks, Myerstown
Sister Mae, w/o Lloyd Fotergill, Houston TX
Two grandchildren
Five great-grandchildren
Several nieces and nephews
Burial: Christ Lutheran Church Cemetery, Stouchsburg, Berks Co. PA
Aug 8, 2001
Robert W. Butler, age 66
b. Feb 6, 1935 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 5, 2001 West Chester, Chester Co. PA
s/o late Charles C. & Catherine (nee Yake) Butler
retired, U. S. Dept of Agriculture, where he worked as a librarian
driver for the County of Lebanon Transportation Authority.
Received Masters degree, Catholic University of America
Member, Siddha Yoga Foundation
Survivors:
Son Charles J. Butler, Germantown MD
Son J. William Butler, West Chester
Son Robert W. Butler III, St. Paul MN
Daughter Rita Pace, New York NY
Brother Charles C. Butler Jr., Palmyra
Brother Lawrence M. Butler, Palmyra
Sister Isabel Plumb, Carlise
Companion Dori Meredith
Two grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Son Robert W. Butler II
Burial: location is not listed.
Aug 8, 2001
Lillie E. (nee Darkes) Dubbs, age 88
b. Feb 19, 1913 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA
d. Aug 5, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late Frank E. Dubbs
d/o late Harry & Lillie (nee Miller) Darkes
worked, Production line, Sterling Drug Co., Myerstown
member, St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Hamlin
survivors:
Son Frank D., h/o Patricia Dubbs, Myerstown
Brother Harry Darkes, Jonestown
Sister Anna Anspach, Pine Grove
Five grandchildren
12 great-grandchildren
two great-great grandchildren
burial: St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA
Aug 8, 2001
Marian (nee Hershey) Witmer, age 87
b. Oct 18, 1913 Salisbury Twp., Lancaster Co. PA
d. Aug 6, 2001 Campbelltown, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late Aaron H. Witmer
d/o late Clayton & Ella (nee Buckwalter) Hershey
retired, Milton Hershey School food service dept.
member, Palmyra Church of the Brethren and the Quilters Club
Survivors:
Son Robert Witmer, Fredericksburg
Son Barry Witmer, Sacramento CA
Daughter Joann L. Sechrist, Palmyra
Brother Clair Hershey, Lancaster
Sister Rhoda Metzler, Lititz
Sister Ruth Denlinger, Ohio
Seven grandchildren
Seven great-grandchildren
Burial: Hess Mennonite Cemetery, Penn Twp., Lancaster Co. PA
Aug 8, 2001
Monroe M. Gibble, age 83
b. Mar 25, 1918 Rapho Twp., Lancaster Co. PA
d. Aug 6, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
h/o Dorothy M. (nee Manbeck) Gibble, celebrated 63 years, Jun 18, 2001.
S/o late Morris & Catherine (nee Moyer) Gibble
Retired, former Lebanon Bethlehem Steel plant, die setter for the spike department
After retirement, worked on a farm operated by daughter and son-in-law
Member, Ono United Methodist Church, trustee and former Sunday school teacher
Member, Mt. Olivet Lodge 704
Member, York Rite Bodies
Life member, Ono Fire Co.
For a number of years, caretaker of the Ono Cemetery
Survivors:
Son Lenwood M., h/o Bonnie H. Gibble, Ono
Son Foster J., h/o Dawn Gibble, Visalia, CA
Daughter Gail G., w/o Glenn Barnhart, Palmyra
Seven grandchildren
Two great-grandchildren
Burial: Ono Cemetery, Ono, Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 8, 2001
Mae P. (nee Stein) Davis, age 81
b. date not provided Bern Twp., Berks Co. PA
d. Aug 7, 2001 Reading, Berks Co. PA
w/o Basil A. Davis
d/o late William & Ida B. (nee Kline) Stein
member, Lebanon Valley Church of the Nazarene, Lebanon
President, Church Missionary Society
40 year Sunday school teacher
Past member, Church Board
Graduate, 1939, Bethel High School
First employed, Strausstown Shirt Factory
Worked, many years as seamstress, Talbot's Knitting Mill, Reading, last worked 1985
Survivors:
Brother Lee D. Stein, Bethel Twp.
Sister Pearl Coppage, Bethel Twp.
Sister Helen Daniels, Bethel Twp.
Sister Jean Boyer, Schaeffertown
Preceded in death by:
Daughter Yvonne Kay Warfle, 1971
Burial: Strausstown Cemetery, Strausstown, PA
Aug 9, 2001
Ray L. Yeakley, age 88
b. Aug 19, 1912 Jackson Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 8, 2001 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o late Ruth E. (nee Brecht) Yeakley, who died Nov 24, 2000
s/o late George W. & Edna (nee Troutman) Yeakley
patient/resident, ECC Health Care Center, Myerstown
former resident, Evangelical Congregational Village-StoneRidge Village Campus, Myerstown
mechanic, former R & J Runkel, Myerstown
1942, aircraft mechanic, former Olmsted Air Force Base, Middletown, reited 1976
member, Friedens Lutheran Church, Myerstown
member, National Association of Retired Federal Workers
lifetime member, Goodwill Fire Co, Myerstown
enjoyed working with electrical items and making weather vanes.
Survivors:
Daughter Anita, w/o Norman G. Marks, Myerstown
Son Gerald, h/o Masako Yeakley, Myerstown
Six grandchildren
11 great-grandchildren
several nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by:
Brothers John, Albert, Earl, Harold and Woodrow Yeakley
Sister Mildred Feeg
Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 9, 2001
Joseph M. Krizan, age 83
b. Oct 26, 1917 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 5, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
h/o late Cecila M. (nee Maika) Krizan, who died in 1997.
S/o late Joseph F. & Mary (nee Zednekovic) Krizan
Patient, Hershey Medical Center
Resident, Lebanon PA
Retired, former Lebanon Steel Foundry
Army Air Corps Veteran, WW2
Member, St. Benedict the Abbot Church, Lebanon
Member, Lebanon American Legion
Member, Lebanon VFW
Member, Friendship Fire Co., South Lebanon Twp.
Survivors:
Son Gary M., h/o Susan Krizan, Lebanon
Daughter Patricia J., w/o John R. Binner, Lebanon
Daughter Shirley M. Binner, Lebanon
Daughter Anita, w/o Chris Doney, Lebanon
Brother John Krizan, Hamlin
Brother Paul Krizan, Lebanon
Sister Helen Zahurak, Lebanon
Five grandchildren
Five step-grandchildren
Several nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by:
Brother Frank Krizan
Sisters Mary Hubert and Ann Babe
Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 9, 2001
Robert W. Butler, age 66
b. Feb 6, 1935 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 5, 2001 West Chester, PA
s/o late Charles C. & Catherine (nee Yake) Butler
retired librarian, U.S. Department of Agriculture
driver, Lebanon Transportation Authority.
Graduate, Master's degree, Catholic University of America
Member, Sidha Yoga Foundation.
Survivors:
Son Charles J. Butler, Germantown MD
Son Robert W. Butler III, St. Paul MN
Daughter Rita Pace, New York City NY
Brother Charles C. Butler Jr., Palmyra
Brother Lawrence M. Butler, Palmyra
Brother J. William Butler, West Chester PA
Sister Isabel Plumb, Carlisle
Companion Dori Meredith
Two grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Son Robert W. Butler II
Burial: location is not listed.
Aug 10, 2001
Jean L. Fisher, age 45
b. Jun 6, 1956 Lebanon, Lebanon Co.PA
d. Aug 8, 2001 Hershey Medical Center, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
d/o Betty J. Heim & the late Francis Fisher
employed, Henry Molded Products, Lebanon
Survivors:
Life companion of 23 years Dixie Rich
Dixie's Son (she helped raise) Kyle Rich, Lebanon
Dixie's Son (she helped raise) John Rich, Lebanon
Brother Donald Fisher, Port Jervis NY
Brother Timothy Fisher, Lebanon
Brother David Fisher, Lebanon
Brother Kenneth Fisher, Rexmont
Sister Penelope Brown, Lebanon
Sister Judy Etzweiler, Lebanon
Sister Kathryn Reddinger, Lebanon
Sister Joan Fisher, Lebanon
Sister Terry Bender, Manheim
And her siblings families
Preceded in death by:
Brother Richard Fisher
Sister Kelly Dunkleberger
Burial: location is not listed.
Aug 10, 2001
Kathleen F. (nee Fox) Gage, age 51
b. Sep 23, 1949 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 8, 2001 Hershey Medical Center, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
w/o Donald D. Gage, to whom she was married one year, March 2001.
D/o Irene E. Kreider Fox & the late George H. Fox.
Graduate, 1967, Cedar Crest High School, Lebanon
Bachelor's degree, 1971, Shippensburg College
Graduate degree, University of Pittsburgh
Order entry specialist, Mann Edge Tool Co., Lewistown
Hospital volunteer in her hometown hospital.
Active member of Evangelical Lutheran church, Reedsville, where she served on multiple
committees & on church council.
She sang in the choir.
Survivors:
Daughter Kristen Gilbert, Carol Stream IL
Son Kenneth Kleinfelter, Milroy
Sister Arbelyn Habig, Watkins Glen, NY
Sister Marilyn E., w/o Michael P. Hollis, Lebanon
Two grandchildren
Number of nieces & nephews
Preceded in death by:
Daughter Audrey K. Kleinfelter
Burial: Iona "Fairview" Cemetery, Iona, Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 10, 2001
James B. Slyman, age 67
b. Jan 19, 1934 Brooklyn NY
d. Aug 9, 2001 Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o Dorothy M. (nee Chisnall) Slyman
s/o late Lawrence & Mary (nee Malone) Slyman
retired production control manager, Hauck Manufacturing Co., Cleona, 45 years.
Bartender, Friendship Fire Co. & Quality Inn for several years.
Honorary life member, Knights of Columbus
Member, Friendship Fire Co.
Member, Navy Club
Army Veteran
Survivors:
Daughter Kathleen, w/o Noel Ruiz, Lebanon
Daughter Karen Stief, Lebanon
Son J. Kevin, h/o Donna Slyman, Bloomsburg
Daughter Kelly, w/o James Malandra, Reading
Sister Rose Zimmer, Erie, PA
Sister Patsy Murphy, Massachusetts
Brother Martin Slyman, Somerset NJ
Brother George Slyman, New Ipswich NH
Brother Peter Slyman, Howard Beach NY
Brother Paul Slyman, Hampton CT
Brother Kevin Slyman, Willimantic CT
Nine grandchildren
Several nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by:
Brother Lawrence Slyman
Sister Margaret Caler
Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N. Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 10, 2001
Eva G. (nee Wagner) Edwards, age 64
b. Dec 24, 1936 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 8, 2001 Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o Robert J. Edwards, married 38 years, May 18, 2001.
D/o late Amos & Grace (nee Boeshore) Wagner
Self-employed saleswoman, Avon Products
Volunteer, Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon
Volunteer, Hyman S. Caplan Pavilion
Survivors:
Son Scott A. Edwards, West Orange NJ
Daughter Grace, w/o Jett Conrad, Lebanon
Sister Edna Rauch, Lebanon
Sister Erla Kettering, McLean VA
Sister Esther Ober, Manheim
Brother Paul Wagner, Charlotte NC
Several nieces and nephews.
Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 10, 2001
Landis A. Frantz, age 77
b. Sep 5, 1923 Washington Twp., Schuylkill Co. PA
d. Aug 8, 2001 Manor-Care Nursing Home, Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA
h/o Mary (nee Smith) Frantz, married 56 years.
S/o late Foster & Elizabeth (nee Herring) Frantz
Graduate, 1941, Pine Grove High School
Employed as Superintendent, C. W. Good & J. R. Bazley, on projects as I-78, I-81, & I-80.
In 1968, began with A & R Corp, until his retirement, then did farming.
Member, Hetzel's United Church of Christ Church, Pine Grove
Army Air Force Veteran of WW2, whre he had a tour of duty in Normandy, northern France
And the Rhineland.
Received, Air Medal with four bronze oak leaf clusters
Received, Good Conduct Medal
Served as a belly gunner, B-17 Flying Fortress in the 387th Bomb Group, where he was honorably
discharged after he flew 30 missions between July 31 & Dec 6, 1944. On what would
have been his 35th mission, the remainder of the his squadron was shot down over
Germany, none survived.
Survivors:
Son Larry L. Frantz, Pine Grove
Son Craig Frantz, Pine Grove
Daughter Debra Newswanger, Pine Grove
Brother Lemoyne Frantz, Pine Grove
Sister Naomi Nagle, Auburn
Eight grandchildren
Two great-grandsons
Preceded in death by:
Grandson Lane Frantz
Brothers Ira Frantz & Russell Frantz
Sisters Mary Fegley & Beulah M. Hummel
Burial: Suedburg Church of God Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA
Aug 11, 2001
John H. Cramer Jr., age 79
b. Feb 23, 1922 West Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 10, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o Mabel E. (nee Zoll) Cramer, married 56 years.
S/o late John H. & Susan (nee O'Donnell) Cramer
Patient/resident, Manor-Care Health Services, Lebanon
Resident, West Lebanon Twp, Lebanon Co.
Cook, Lebanon VA Medical Center, Lebanon, 32 years.
Army Veteran, WW2
Member, St. Luke's United Methodist Church, West Lebanon
Member, Lebanon VFW.
Survivors:
Daughter Barbara L. Cramer, Sterling VA
Son Larry E. Cramer, York Haven
Two grandchildren
Three great-grandchildren
Nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by:
Infant Son John H. Cramer III
Burial: Ebenezer "Greenwood" Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 11, 2001
Gloria H. (nee Daubert) Felty, age 65
b. Jan 20, 1936 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA
d. Aug 9, 2001 Hegins Twp., Schuylkill Co. PA
w/o late Lester O. Felty Sr., who died Aug 13, 1994.
D/o Clifford Dauber and the late Erma (nee Aungst) Daubert
Proprietor, Felty's Diner, Hegins, PA
Member, Tremont Senior Citizens, Tremont PA
Member, St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Ravine PA
Survivors:
Daughter Cheryl Straub, Hegins
Daughter Bonnie Felty, Atlantic City
Daughter Pamela Felty, Reading
Son Lester Felty Jr., Hegins
Son Robert Felty Sr., Hegins
Five grandchildren
Two step-grandchildren
Sister Carol Allison, Texas
Sister Patricia Kintzel, Harrisburg
Preceded in death by:
Twin sons John and Joseph Felty
Sister Joan Fritz
Burial: St. Paul's Reformed Cemetery, Ravine, Schuylkill Co. PA
Aug 11, 2001
Pauline Y. (nee Yeager) Richie, age 86
b. Jul 6, 1915 Enola, Lancaster Co. PA
d. Aug 9, 2001 Camp Hill, Cumberland Co. PA
w/o late Edward P. Richie, who died Oct 27, 1992.
D/o late Mr. & Mrs. Guy Yeager
Patient, Holy Spirit Hospital, Camp Hill PA
Resident, Homeland Center, Harrisburg
Former resident, Haddonfield NJ
Retired teacher and high school librarian, Collingswood High School, NJ
Teacher and high school librarian, Swedesboro High School, NJ
Graduate, Hummelstown High School
Graduate, Lebanon Valley College, Annville
Graduate, Drexel Univeristy, Philadelphia
Member, Arch Street Presbyterian Church, Philadelphia
Member, New Jersey Education Association.
Survivors:
Sister Audry Y. Baker, Harrisburg
Sister Mary L. Yeager, Hummelstown
A niece
A nephew
Burial: Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens Bradford Co. PA
Aug 12, 2001
Earl B. Weidler, age 76
b. Sep 28, 1924 Manheim Twp., Lancaster Co. PA
d. Aug 10, 2001 West Reading Twp., Berks Co. PA
h/o Elva K. (nee Butzer), married 53 years February 2001
s/o late R. Guy & Clare (nee Buckwalter) Weidler
patient, Manor Care Health Services, West Reading
formerly, Annville PA
self-employed dairy farmer, 46 years, South Annville Twp.
Former township supervisor
Graduate, 1942, Rothsville High School, member of basketball team
Member, Salem United Church of Christ, Campbelltown,
deacon, elder, former Sunday school teacher, Consistory, church's cemetery board.
Survivors:
Son Dennis L. Weidler, York
Daughter Bonita L., w/o Leon R. Boyer, Richland
Daughter Shirley W., w/o Ralph H. Harner, Sinking Spring
Daughter Judy L., w/o Douglas Brown, Montrose, CO
Brother Paul Weidler, Elizabethtown
Brother Herbert Weidler, Lititz
Seven grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Sister Miriam Nelson
Burial: Heller's Church Cemetery, Leola, Lancaster Co. PA
Aug 12, 2001
Mary E. (nee Hallman) Brandt, age 96
b. Oct 20, 1904 Elizabethtown, Lancaster Co. PA
d. Aug 10, 2001 Elizabethtown PA
w/o late Lester G. Brandt
d/o late William & Mary (nee Alwein) Hallman
resident, Masonic Homes in Elizabethtown
worked, Hershey Foods Corp in the Tea House CafŽ, factory and Hershey Estates
worked, Campbelltown Post Office
retired, Palmyra School District
member, Salem United Church of Christ
member, White Shrine, Harrisburg
member, Board of Rainbow Girls
member, Campbelltown Fire Co. Auxiliary.
Survivors:
Son Lester G. Brandt Jr., Lebanon
Daughter Patricia A. Brandt, Campbelltown
Daughter Mary Ellen Brown, Reading
Four grandchildren
Five great-grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Two brothers and a sister.
Burial: Salem United Church of Christ Cemetery, Campbelltown, Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 13, 2001
Laura S. (nee Gassert) Wolfe, age 87
b. Dec 31, 1913 Marion Twp., Berks Co. PA
d. Aug 12, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late Paul S. "Wolf", who died in 1970.
D/o late David & Mabel (nee Reedy) Gassert
Patient, Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon
Resident of Cedar Haven Nursing Home, Lebanon
Former resident, Little Kutztown
Worked many years, Mafaffey's Food Products, Myerstown
Member, Tulpehocken United Church of Christ, Richland
Member, Golden Ages of Myerstown
Member, RSVP
Member, Goodwill and Keystone Fire Companies, Myerstown
Member, Mt. Aetna Fire Co.
Volunteer, many years, Good Samaritan Hospital
Volunteer, Cedar Haven
Enjoyed quilting, fishing and spending time with her grandchildren
Survivors:
Son Robert Wolfe, Country Club Hills, Illinois
Son George Wolfe, Myerstown
Son Charles Wolfe, Huntington Valley
Daughter LouAnn, w/o Frankin Wolfe Sr., Myerstown
Daughter Dorothy, w/o Robert Blatt, Newmanstown
Daughter Sandra, w/o Richard Bordlemay, Lebanon
Brother Russell Gassert, Bernville
17 grandchildren
17 great-grandchildren
several nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by:
Sisters Pearl Billman & Mary Weik.
Burial: Tulpehocken United Church of Christ Cemetery, Richland, PA
Aug 13, 2001
Roberta E. (nee Stutzman) Shirk, age 83
b. May 21, 1918 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 12, 2001 North Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late Irvin George Shirk
d/o late Guy L. & Jenny A. (nee Speece) Stutzman
resident, Lebanon Valley Brethren Home, North Londonderry Twp.
Retired, W. L. Kreider Shoe Co.
Member, Campbelltown United Methodist Church
Charter member, VFW Post 6417 Ladies Auxilary
Survivors:
Son Barry L. Shirk, Palmyra
Son Robert F. Shirk, Tampa, FL
Daughter Roberta, w/o Ray E. Bright , Palmyra
Sister Patricia, w/o Robert Allison, Ono
Sister Kathleen Baily, Mt Joy
Six grandchildren
Five great-grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Brother Ronald Stutzman
Sisters Virginia Linebaugh and Margaret Donough
Burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, North Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 14, 2001
June G. Dale, age 86
b. Jun 26, 1915 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 11, 2001 Carlise, PA
w/o late William Stokes Dale
parents are not listed.
Retired, Dept of Labor and Industry
Member, Ridgway Community Church, Harrisburg
She and her late husband, owned the former A.R. Boat Mart, Steelton
Survivors:
Son William G. Dale, Harrisburg
Daughter Jeanne Brown, Harrisburg
Two grandchildren
A great-grandchild
Burial: Cremation. Spring Creek Church of the Brethren, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
Aug 14, 2001
Walter F. Miller, age 83
b. Dec 14, 1937 Lancaster Co. PA
d. Aug 11, 2001 Stouchsburg, Lancaster Co. PA
s/o Coredlia H. (nee Frederick) Miller and the late Walter K. Miller
formerly employed as a brick-layer.
Survivors:
Daughter Beverly, w/o Charles Rutter, Schaefferstown
Son Terry Miller, Kleinfeltersville
Son Corbitt Miller, Richland
Sister Betty Hackman, Ephrata
Sister Shirley Rauser, Akron PA
Brother Roy Frederick , Denver PA
Brother Franklin Miller, Stevens
Brother Paul Miller, Kleinfeltersville
Four grandchildren
Burial: Muddy Creek Lutheran Cemetery, Denver, Lancaster Co. PA
Aug 14, 2001
Cariella A. (nee Rothermel) Brunn, age 83
b. Apr 8, 1918 Womelsdorf, Berks Co. PA
d. Aug 13, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late Joseph Frazier
w/o late Mathias Brunn
d/o late William D. & Ninnea B. (nee Oxenreider) Rothermel
member, Messiah Lutheran Church, Lebanon
Survivors:
Son Rev. Joseph Frazier, Los Angeles, CA
Son William Frazier, Vancouver, British Columbia
Daughter Sandra, w/o Frank Lardani, Avalon NJ
Daughter Ann, w/o Gery Ellinger, Cornwall
Daughter Carol Ramage, w/o Lee Leszczynski, Sierra Vista AZ
Daughter Suzanne Brossman Simons, Wyomissing
Brother William Rothermel, Lebanon
19 grandchildren
27 great-grandchildren
a great-great grandson
numerous nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by:
Son James Frazier
Burial: Quentin Cemetery, Quentin, Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 14, 2001
Isabel G. "Issy" (nee Byrt ) Knox, age 92
b. Feb 10, 1909 Fort Wayne, Indiana
d. Aug 10, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late Floris "Colonel" Knox, who died June 27, 1992.
D/o late Charles Arthur & Jennie A. (nee Patterson) Byrt)
Graduate, 1929, Galveston High School, Galveston, Indiana
Member, Hardinville United Church, Illinois
Hobbies: gardening, canning, baking, crocheting and making afghans.
Survivors:
Several nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by:
Sisters Jeannette Byrt, Nelma Metzner and Naomi Hoffman
Brother Arthur Byrt
Burial: Lawrenceville City Cemtery, Lawrenceville, Illinois
Aug 14, 2001
Lloyd E. Hetrick, age 78
b. Oct 4, 1922 Mt. Sterling, IL
d. Aug 12, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o Dorothy M. (nee Stober) Hetrick, w/whom he would have celebrated 56 years, Saturday, Aug 18, 2001
s/o late Michael & Eva (nee Gibson) Hetrick
Poultry Inspector, U. S. Department of Agriculture
Navy Veteran of WW2
Graduate, Macomb High School, Macomb IL
Member, Christ Church United Church of Christ, Annville
Member, Annville American Legion
Member, Annville VFW
Member, Annville Union Hose Fire Co.
Member, National Association of Retired Federal Employess
Past President& former member, Annville-Cleona Lions Club
Survivors:
Daughter Cheryl, w/o Thomas Fancovic, Lincoln DE
Daughter Susan, w/o D. Craig Flory, Palmyra
Three grandchildren
Four great-grandchildren
He was the last of his immediate family.
Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 14, 2001
Allen J. Kern, age 82
b. Sep 17, 1918 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 13, 2001 Cedar Haven, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late Jacob S. & Laura (nee Clements) Kern.
Army Veteran of WW2, having served in the Pacific.
Retired, maintenance department, Lebanon Municipal Building, Lebanon
Member, Salem Lutheran Church, Lebanon
Member, Lebanon Optimist Club
Survivors:
Sister Miriam P. Kern, Lebanon
An uncle
Several cousins
Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 14, 2001
Margaret (nee Greenwald) Woodland, age 75
b. Sep 21, 1925 Philadelphia PA
d. Aug 11, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late Karl M. Woodland
d/o late John & Elizabeth (nee Graefelner) Greenwald
worked, mail order dept, Sears in Philadelphia for years.
Graduate, Mastbaum High School
Survivors:
Daughter Denna, w/o Michael Langello, Lebanon
Four granddaughters
Preceded in death by:
Son Wayne Woodland
Burial: no location is listed.
Aug 15, 2001
Cariella A. (nee Rothermel) Brunn, age 83
b. Apr 8, 1918 Womelsdorf, Berks Co. PA
d. Aug 13, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late Joseph Frazier
w/o late Mathias Brunn
d/o late William D. & Ninnea B. (nee Oxenreider) Rothermel
resident, Spang Crest Manor, Lebanon
member, Messiah Lutheran Church, Lebanon
Survivors:
Son Rev. Joseph Frazier, Los Angeles, CA
Son William Frazier, Vancouver, British Columbia
Daughter Sandra, w/o Frank Lardani, Avalon NJ
Daughter Ann, w/o Gery Ellinger, Cornwall
Daughter Carol Ramage, w/o Lee Leszczynski, Sierra Vista AZ
Daughter Patricia, w/o Camille Moreno, Sierra Vista AZ
Daughter Suzanne Brossman Simons, Wyomissing
Brother William Rothermel, Lebanon
19 grandchildren
27 great-grandchildren
a great-great grandson
numerous nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by:
Son James Frazier
Burial: Quentin Cemetery, Quentin, Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 15, 2001
Alta Z. (nee Burkholder) Zimmerman, age 80
b. date not listed Earl Twp, Lancaster Co. PA
d. Aug 11, 2001 Ephrata, Lancaster Co. PA
w/o late Isaac N. Zimmerman, who died 1982.
D/o late Noah W. & Elizabeth Z. (nee Zimmerman) Burkholder
Homemaker
Member, Groffdale Mennonite Church, Weaverland conference
Survivors:
Son Lloyd B., h/o Verna (Musser) Zimmerman, Danville
Son Mervin B., h/o Judy (Habecker) Zimmerman, Denver PA
Son Leroy B., h/o Cynthia Zimmerman, Lititz
Son Raymond B., h/o Vera (Nolt) Zimmerman, Blain
Son Elvin B., h/o Marian (Martin) Zimmerman, Leola
Daughter Elizabeth, w/o Edwin Horst, Carlise
Daughter Vera, w/o Willis S. Brubaker, Carlise
Daughter Katie Mae, w/o Sidney G. Nolt, Richland
Daughter Ellen, w/o Raymond Weaver, Annville
59 grandchildren
45 great-grandchildren
brother Aaron B., h/o Esther Burkholder, Ephrata
brother Elvin B., h/o Ruth Burkholder, Ephrata
brother Noah B., h/o Annie Burkholder, Richland
brother David B., h/o Grace Burkholder, New Holland
brother Ivan B., h/o Irene Burkholder, Akron PA
brother Harvey B., h/o Jeannette Burkholdr, Reinholds
brother Norman B. Burkholder, Leola
sister Anna, w/o Eli Horst, Leola
sister Mary, w/o Melvin Martin, Richland
sister Ada, w/o Norman Snyder, Hinkletown
sister Edna, w/o Noah Weaver, Manheim
sister Lena, w/o Paul Zimmerman, Ephrata
sister Ella, w/o Raymond Hurst, Ephrata
sister Etta, w/o Edwin Martin, Holtwood
Sister-in-law Nora Zimmerman, Ephrata (with whom she lived)
Preceded in death by:
Sister Elizabeth Martin
Burial: Groffdale Old Order Mennonite Church Cemetery, Leola, Lancaster Co. PA
Aug 15, 2001
Kathleen Fay (nee Heffner) Hass, age 42
b. Dec 29, 1958 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 12, 2001 Boone, North Carolina
w/o Barry Hass
d/o Fay (nee Young) Heffner and the late Thomas D. Heffner II.
patient, Watauga Medical Center, Boone NC
resident, Creston NC
member, Big Laurel Church of Christ in Christian Union, where she was a Sunday school teacher.
Secretary
Charter member, Riverview Lions Club
She was Lion of the Year.
Member & secretary, North Carolina Rabbit Breeders Association
Active member, Riverview Community Center.
Survivors:
Son Michael Hass, Boone NC
Son Jason Hass, Creston NC
Daughter Sarah L. Hass, Creston NC
Brother Thomas D. Heffner III, Richland
Sister Gail Showers, Rexmont
Several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
Aug 15, 2001
Eugene J. "Butch" Meisner, Jr., age 44
b. Dec 17, 1956 Pleasant PA
d. Aug 9, 2001 Houston TX
h/o Susan (nee Fredlund) Meisner
s/o Eugene J. & Mary (nee Melovidov) Meisner
patient, Park Plaza Hosptial, Houston TX, brief illness
former resident, Hershey
Graduate, 1974, Hershey High School
Graduate, 1979, Penn State University, degree, Petroleum Engineering
Evaluations Engineering Advisor, Plans Resources, Houston TX
Attended, St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, Hershey, while living in Hershey
Avid golfer.
Survivors:
Brother John Meisner, Gettysburg
Sister Debbie Meisner, Albuquerque NM
Sister Beverly Tuck, Margate NJ
Burial: Hershey Cemetery, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
Aug 16, 2001
Robert K. Miller, age 84
b. May 9, 1917 Franklin Co. PA
d. Aug 15, 2001 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o Mary M. (nee Wert) Miller, w/whom he was married 62 years, Jun 25, 2001.
S/o late Harry & Ruth (nee Brake) Miller
Minister in the Mennonite Church
Pastored the following: Dohner's Schubert, New Haven and Providence churches.
62 year farmer in McGillstown
number of years operated a produce stand
Member, Providence Mennonite Church
Survivors:
Son Timothy W. Miller, Hershey
Daughter Judith L., w/o William Houser, Hershey
Daughter Rosemary F., w/o Dale Stratton, Colorado Springs CO
Brother Frank Miller, North Canton, OH
Sister Louise Heim, Mt. Joy
13 grandchildren
eight grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Son Thomas I. Miller
Burial: Dohner's Mennonite Church Cemetery, North Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 16, 2001
Jennie T. (nee Pavone) Iacavone, age 78
b. Jun 21, 1923 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
d. Aug 14, 2001 Frey Village, Middletown, Dauphin Co. PA
w/o Dominic L. Iacavone
d/o late Carmine & Julia (nee Rastelli) Pavone
retired personnel superivor, Kmart & W. T. Grant, Hummelstown
member, St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, Hershey
former member, Rosary Society
former member, Areba Club
enjoyed sewing and doing arts and crafts.
Survivors:
Son John M. Iacavone, Hershey
Son Dominic L. Iacavone Jr., New Oxford
Daughter Barbara A. O'Toole, Hershey
Daughter Elizabeth M. Karnes, Elizabethtown
Sister Mary Colinaro, Hershey
Sister Marian Memmi, Hershey
Sister Nanetta Bucciarelli, Hershey
Sister Rose DiVittore, Hershey
Brother Dominic Pavone, Hershey
10 grandchildren
a great-grandchild
burial: Hershey Cemetery, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
Aug 16, 2001
Elsie J. (nee Gozzi) J. Marino, age 87
b. Oct 3, 1913 Bourne, Massachusetts
d. Aug 12, 2001 Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late John J. Marino
d/o late Vincent & Theresa (nee Poggi) Gozzi
homemaker
worshipped Catholic Faith.
Survivors:
Son John, h/o of Jean Marino, Lebanon
Son Robert A. Marino, Ohio
Sister Alice Villa, Wellesley, Massachusetts
Seven grandchildren
10 great-grandchildren
burial: St. Mary's Cemetery, Needham Twp., Norfolk Co. MA
Aug 16, 2001
William J. Marchant, age 39
b. Jun 14, 1962 Hialeah, Florida
d. Aug 14, 2001 Etters, PA
h/o Bridgitte R. (nee Adams) Marchant
s/o John W. & Margaret M. (nee House) Marchant
formerly of Cleona and Sebring FL
former PA Air National Guardsman
worked as an engineering assistant at Tyco Inc.
Survivors:
Daughter Rhiannon R. Marchant, Annville
Daughter Brittany M. Marchant, Etters
Brother Gordon Marchant, W. Palm Beach FL
Sister Michelle, w/o Russell Percy, Sebring FL
Sister Valerie, w/o Earl Hendry, Sebring FL
Three nieces
A nephew
Preceded in death by:
Sister Dorothy Marchant
Burial: location is not listed.
Aug 16, 2001
Charles W. "Chuck" Tolley, age 64
b. date not listed Lynchburg VA
d. Aug 15, 2001 Lititiz, Lancaster Co. PA
h/o Mary M. (nee Malin) Tolley
s/o late Louise (nee Dunn) Tolley and the late Lucien Tolley
owned/operated Tolley's Mechanical Contractor, Lititz 1973 until retirement Nov 2000.
Worked, mechanical contracting since he was 18 years old.
Served eight years, Virginia National Guard, 29th Division, 116th Infantry
Member, First Baptist Church, Lebanon
Former Sunday school teacher and superintendent.
Previous 23 year member, Grace Fellowship Church, Ephrata, deacon & Sunday school teacher
Survivors:
Son C. Douglas, h/o Debra (nee Daub) Tolley, Lititz
Daughter Cristel R., w/o Luke Witman, Manheim
Daughter Melanie G., w/o Todd Petticoffer, Manheim
Daughter Shannon D. Tolley, Baltimore MD
Half-sister Kathleen, w/o Andrew Reynolds, Rustburg VA
Eight grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Two sisters Lois Tolley and Loretta Duff
Half-sister Della Moore.
Burial: Graybills Cemetery, Elm, Lancaster Co. PA
Aug 16, 2001
Dorothy Irene (nee Heiser) Thomasco, age 86
b. Sep 11 1914 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 15, 2001 Lebanon PA
w/o late John B. Thomasco Jr.
d/o late John & Olive (nee Allwein) Heiser
Graduate, Lebanon H. S.
Graduate, Lebanon Valley College
Retired school teacher, Lebanon School District
Taught at Northwest Elementary School
Member, Zion Lutheran Church
Active in the Alter Guild
Survivors:
Son John J., h/o Colleen Thomasco, Lebanon
Son Ronald F. Thomasco, Lebanon
Daughter Donna I., w/o Neil R. Kinsey, Manheim
Brother Mark Heiser, Annville
Six grandchildren
A great-grandson
Preceded in death by:
Grandson John J. Thomasco Jr.
Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, N. Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 16, 2001
Richard L. Neenan, age 84
b. Feb 12, 1917 Kansas City MO
d. Aug 14, 2001 Holy Spirit Hospital, city location not named.
H/o Norma Neenan
S/o late Emmet J. & Mary Helen (nee Liebst) Neenan
First Owner/operator of a McDonald's in Harrisburg Area.
Graduate, St. Louis Univer
Member, Phi Sigma Eta Fraternity
Graduate, U. S. Naval Communications School of Harvard University
Navy Veteran of WW2.
Member, Holy Family Catholic Church
An eucharistic president and district governor of Serra Club, Harrisburg
Member, Knights of Columbus
Member, Susquehanna Twp. Lions Club
Member, Holy Family Church 80 plus Club
Member, Bellevue Park Community Association
Judge of Elections
Ambassador, Friendship Force of Harrsiburg
Member, Mt. Mercy College Heritage Club
Co-Founders of Irish Heritage Society of Harrisburg
Past president of PA Restaurant Association.
Survivors:
Son Richard Neenan Jr., Carlise
Daughter Ann Crist, Harrisburg
Daughter Doris Ulsh, Harrisburg
Daughter Robin Stuart, Harrisburg
Daughter Mary Jane Neenan, Cornwall
Daughter Audrie Neenan, New York
Brother Tom Neenan, Center Point IA
Brother Rev. Robert Neenan, S.J. of Wauwatosa Wisconsin
Sister Alice Schuler, Des Moines IA
Sister Sister Mary Helen, O.P. of Sinsinawa, Wisconsin
12 grandchildren
18 great-grandchildren
burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 17, 2001
Martha L. (nee Lileck) Early, age 62
b. Sep 17, 1938 Bled Feldes, Yugoslavia
d. Aug 15, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
w/o Harold H. Early
d/o late Vikter & Wilman (nee Stermansky) Lileck
patient, Hershey Medical Center, Hershey PA
resident, Palmyra PA
employed, Hershey Foods Corp
member, Chocolate Worker's Union Local 464
enjoyed her grandchildren, reading and sewing.
Survivors:
Son Joseph H. Early, Palmyra
Son Kenneth H. Early, Palmyra
Son Robert I. Early, Palmyra
Brother Victor Lilek, Pottsville
Sister Hermine Reid, Mechanicsburg
Sister Josephine Wagner, Lancaster
Sister Mary Felty, Brandon FL
Six grandchildren
Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 17, 2001
Harvey P. Heagy, age 72
b. Jan 8, 1929 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 15, 2001 Lebanon PA
h/o Edith (nee Ernst) Heagy, would have been married 53 years, Sep 2001.
S/o late George W. & Margaret (nee Wolfe) Heagy.
Patient, Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon PA
Resident, Lebanon PA
Retired roving foreman, Met-Ed & GPU, 1989 after 41 years.
After retirement, worked Ebenzer Union Canal restoration committee to rebuild Lions Lake in N.Lebanon Twp.
Served six years, N.Lebanon Twp. Parks and Recreation Board.
Member, American Legion Post 72, Palmyra
Served three years, Army Air Corp during WW2 with occupational forces in Germany
Served two years, Army Signal Corps during the Korean War.
Served six years, "165" Military Police Battalion with the PA National Guard.
Survivors:
Son Dennis Heagy, Cornwall
Son Bruce Heagy, Cornwall
Daughter Monika Stahley, South Lebanon
Daughter Lori Goodner, North Lebanon
Aug 17, 2001
Richard W. Watson, age 71
b. Nov 27, 1929 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA
d. Aug 15, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
no parents listed.
No spouse listed.
Self-employed
Survivors:
Son John R. Watson, Lebanon
Daughter Bonnie L., h/o Raymond Wagner, Lebanon
Daughter Cheryl A., w/o Tracy McLaughlin, Lebanon
12 grandchildren
four great-grandchildren
resided with friends Larry & Catherine Nauman for nine years.
Preceded in death by:
Brothers Carl Watson & Vincent Laudermilch
Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 18, 2001
Robert B. Payne, age 78
b. Aug 27, 1922 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 16, 2001 South Hanover Twp., PA
h/o Maxine (nee Cassel) Payne
h/o late Nancy (nee Raffensperger) Payne
s/o late Robert & Goldie (nee Shutter) Payne Sr.
resident, South Hanover Twp.
Army veteran, WW2
Graduate, 1940, Hershey High School
Retired director of operations, HersheyPark Arena & Stadium, 1984
Former play-by-play announcer, Hershey Bears
Employed, former Hershey Estates Radio Station.
Formerly worked, sales at WKBO Radio station
Owned/operated, his own grocery store, Hershey
Avid sports fan
Enjoyed watching his grandchildren play sports.
Past president, life member, Pennsylvania Amusement Park Association
Life member, Central PA Sports Hall of Fame
Founder/former board member, Hershey Baseball Association
Former board member, Hershey Youth Hockey Association
Former member, Hershey Lions Club
Member, Derry Township Historical Society, Hershey
Member, Hershey Italian Lodge, Hershey
Member, American Legion Post 386, Hershey
Survivors:
Son John Payne, Hershey
Daughter Kim Payne, Hershey
Daughter Tracy Payne, Hummelstown
Step-dau Lisa Stokes, Hummelstown
Step-dau Jody Rafferty, Hershey
12 grandchildren
one great-grandchild
burial: Hershey Cemetery, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
Aug 18, 2001
Nina R. (nee Rouzer) Alt, age 77
b. Sep 25, 1923 Altoona, PA
d. Aug 16, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o Dewey B. Alt
d/o Paul & Myrtle (nee Gibson) Rouzer
patient, Spang Crest Manor, Lebanon
resident, Gretna Springs, West Cornwall Twp.
Retired secretary, Milton S. Hershey School
Former houseparent.
Member, Evangelical Free Church, Hershey
Enjoyed crafts and ceramics.
Survivors:
Son Larry D. Alt, h/o Sandra, Lima NY
Sister Mila Richards, Altoona
Two granddaughters
Two great-grandchildren
burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 18, 2001
Dorothy C. "Dottie" (nee Wagner) Speraw, age 83
b. Mar 25, 1918 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 17, 2001 Lebanon PA
w/o late Walter H. "Wimp" Speraw, who died Oct 26, 1991.
D/o late Charles Philip Wagner & the late Mary Katherine (nee Paine) Wagner.
Patient, Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon
Resident, South Lebanon Twp.
Home maker
Volunteer coordinator, VA Medical Center with over 15,000 hours
Past president, VFW Post #23 Ladies Auxiliary
Sunday school teacher, Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lebanon
Kindergarten teacher, Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lebanon
Member, Lebanon Chapter #115 Order of the Eastern Star
Former seamstress, Gannon Mills, Lebanon
Survivors:
Son Edwin K. Speraw Sr, Rehobeth Beach, DE
Son Charles S. Speraw, Hershey
Son Walter H. Speraw Jr., Lebanon
Sister Betty, w/o Sylvester Wilhelm, Lebanon
Brother George W. Wagner II, Winter Park, FL
Brother Robert Wagner Sr., Lebenon
11 grandchildren
21 great-grandchildren
two great-great grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Brother Frederick K. Wagner
Sister Mary H. Armpriester
burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 18, 2001
Todd A. Thomasco, age 36
b. Aug 8, 1965 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 15, 2001 Boston, Massachusetts
s/o Edward A. & Fran L. (nee Plasterer) Thomasco, Lantana FL
shot and killed during a robbery in the Boston nightclub where he worked as a manager.
Patient, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston
Began working earlier in the year as manager of Polly Esther's & Culture Club nightclubs.
Survivors:
Son Todd A. Thomasco III, Hudsonville, Michigan
Daughter Alecia M. Thomasco, Hudsonville, Michigan
Brother Dr. David Thomasco, Santa Barbara, California
Brother Edward A. Thomasco II, Palm City, FL
Brother Danny Thomasco, Elizabethtown
Sister Debra Coe, Lake Worth FL
Burial: Cornwall Cemetery, Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 18, 2001
Katherine R. Beck, age 57
b. Oct 10, 1943 location not listed.
d. Aug 17, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d/o late Alfred Beck & the late Kathrine Moyer.
Resident, Cedar Haven, Lebanon Co PA
Former resident, American House, Lebanon
Worked, Lebanon County Workshop for many years.
Member, Millcreek Lutheran Church
Uncle Ralph of Robeonia raised her after she turned 11 years old.
Survivors:
Twin brother Alfred Beck, Womelsdorf
Sister Nancy Krall, Newmanstown
Uncle Ralph E. Patcher, Robesonia
Burial: Myerstown United Methodist Cemtery, Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 19, 2001
Martha S. (nee Bubp) Labe, age 95
b. date not listed Stricklerstown, PA
d. Aug 17, 2001 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late Warren C. Labe, who died in 1984.
D/o late John & Tillie (nee Spayd) Bubp
resident, ECC Retirement Village, Myerstown since 1998.
Former resident, Berks Heim-Berks County Home
Former resident, Stouchsburg
Graduate, 1921, Newmanstown High School
Employed, sewing machine operator, former Binner Associate, Womelsdorf, 31 years, retired
1976
Survivors:
Son Gerald K. Labe, Wernersville
Daughter Lois, w/o Donald Oberly, Womelsdorf
Two grandchildren
Four great-grandchildren
Burial: Millbach Cemetery, Millcreek Twp., PA
Aug 19, 2001
Ada A. (nee Russell) Armstrong, age 83
b. Jul 1, 1918 Shickshinny PA
d. Aug 17, 2001 Linglestown PA
w/o Henry H. Armstrong, married over 50 years.
D/o late John M. & Carrie R. Russell
Waitress, former Lincoln Diner, Lebanon
Later employee, Harpel's Inc., Lebanon
Survivors:
Son Henry H. "Sonny" Armstrong III, Hampton VA
Three grandchildren
Three great-grandchildren
Several nieces and nephews.
burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 19, 2001
Thomas "Sarge" Hippensteel, age 67
b. Apr 16, 1934 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA
d. Aug 15, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
h/o Brigitte R. (nee Schaefer) Hippensteel
s/o late John & Bessie (nee Keleman) Hoverter
patient, Hershey Medical Center
resident, Lebanon PA
retired sergeant major, U.S.Army, 20 years.
Member, VFW Post 23, Lebanon
Member, American Legion Post 158, Lebanon
Survivors:
Daughter Regina I. Hippensteel, w/o Ramon-Jean Mattern, Germany
Brother Dennis Hippensteel, Mechanicsburg
Brother Charl Hippensteel, Chambersburg
Sister Faye McCutcheon, Harrisburg
Three grandchildren
Four great-grandchildren
Several nieces and nephews.
burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 19, 2001
Richard J. Griffe, age 77
b.
d. Aug 17, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o Barbara A. (nee Kapp) Griffe
s/o late Ella (nee Griffe) Hemperly
patient, Lebanon VA Medical Center
resident, Richland
retired stockman, Sterling Drugs, Myerstown, more than six years of service.
Prior work: employee, Auman Machine Co., Lebanon
Army Veteran WW2
Member, Grace United Church of Christ
Member, Myerstown VFW
Member, Richland American Legion
Member, Richland's Neptune Fire Co.
Survivors:
Son Richard H., h/o Barbara A. Griffe, Lancaster
Daughter Karen A., w/o Dale Bohannon, Myerstown
Sister Shirley, w/o Richard Howler, Newmanstown
Four grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Brothers Robert Hemperly and Kenneth Hemperly
Burial: Richland Cemetery, Richland PA
Aug 20, 2001
Josephine "Jo" (nee Mariani) Wingenroth, age 67
b. date not listed Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA
d. Aug 19, 2001 Carlise, Cumberland Co. PA
d/o late Anthony J. & Mary Rose (nee Trenta) Mariani
Eight-month illness
Lived with her daughter
Former resident, Ephrata PA
Musical entertainer
Taught piano and played accordion and syntrara
Former leader, All Sytles Bands
Singer w/ the former, New Holland Dance Band
Played and sang in various restaurants & clubs, eastern Pennsylvania
Composed a number of musical scores
Played the music for "Playing for Time", a movie starring Vanessa Redgrave
Played, live shows on WGAL.
Member, United States of America Ballroom Dancing Association.
Member, Fraternal Order of Police Auxilary
Member, Worship Center in Leola, PA
Member, Ephrata Legion
Member, Ephrata Library
Member, Ephrata Ambulance Association.
Secretary, treasurer Ð Musician's Union 294, Lancaster Co.
Played in, New Holland Band and was a patron of the group.
Hobbies include: sewing, dancing, aerobics and collecting Christian Books
Transposed scores & music to suit the need of vocalists
Composed music for International Bottle Collectors Association.
Survivors:
Son Douglas J., h/o Kathy J. (nee Jenks) Tretter, Ephrata
Daughter Doreen M., w/o Timothy Imhoff, Carlise
Daughter Deidre L., w/o Hadley K. Brown, Lancaster
Sister Rose Mariani, Lancaster
Brother Anthony J. Mariani, Ocean City MD
Five grandchildren
Burial: location is not listed.
Aug 20, 2001
Irene B. (nee Buffamoyer) Smith, age 75
b. Jan 24, 1926 Jackson Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 19, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late Roy Smith
d/o late Berlester B. & Elsie (nee Hehnly) Buffamoyer
patient, Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon
resident, Myerstown
housewife
mother
representative, Stanley Home Productions, over 40 years.
Member, Millcreek Older Bunch
Member, St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Millbach
Survivors:
Son Richard L., h/o Ruth Ann Smith, Apalachin NY
Daughter Shirley A., w/o Richard Stickler, Myerstown
Six grandchildren
Three great-grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Son Ronald L. Smith
Burial: Richland Cemetery, Richland, Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 20, 2001
Lois L. (nee Wolfe) Moyer, age 65
b. Aug 21, 1935 Fredericksburg, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 18, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
w/o Glenn M. Moyer, married 46 years, Jun 19, 2001.
D/o Hattie (nee Spangler) Wolfe and Stewart Wolfe
Resident, Briarcrest Gardens, Hershey
Graduate, Western Maryland College
Retired special education teacher, grades one and two, Central Dauphin School District
Member, St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Fredericksburg
Survivors:
Son Martin D., h/o Jean Moyer, Lebanon
Son James B., h/o Peggy Moyer, Harrisburg
Son Jeffrey G., h/o Toni Moyer, Boothwyn
Sister Lucy, w/o Curt Kohr, Lebanon
Brother Elwood, h/o Joanne Wofle, Tucson AZ
Four grandchildren
Several nieces and nephews.
Burial: Cedar Hill Cemetery, Fredericksburg, Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 21, 2001
Thomas "Sarge" Hippensteel, age 67
b. Apr 16, 1934 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA
d. Aug 15, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
h/o Brigitte R. (nee Schaefer) Hippensteel
s/o late John & Bessie (nee Keleman) Hoverter
patient, Hershey Medical Center
resident, Lebanon PA
retired command sergeant major, U.S.Army, 30 years.
Member, VFW Post 23, Lebanon
Member, American Legion Post 158, Lebanon
Survivors:
Daughter Regina I. Hippensteel, w/o Ramon-jean Mattern, Germany
Brother Dennis Hoverter, Mechanicsburg
Brother Charl Hoverter, Chambersburg
Sister Faye McCutcheon, Harrisburg
Three grandchildren
Four great-grandchildren
Several nieces and nephews
burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 21, 2001
Esther L. Jamison, age 90
b. Aug 6, 1911 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 16, 2001 Modesto California
patient, Vintage Faire Convalescent Hospital.
Resident of Modesto, California for 83 years.
Salesperson, Sperry's
Member, United Methodist Church
Member, United Methodist Women
Graduate, 1931, Modesto High School
Survivors:
Sister Dorothy Gaskill, Modesto, CA
Four nieces and two nephews
Burial location is not listed.
Aug 21, 2001
Ethel M. (nee Schroyer) Wagner, age 91
b. Oct 16, 1909 Halifax PA
d. Aug 19, 2001 Campbelltown, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late Mark C. Wagner
d/o late George & Margaret (nee Klinamack) Schroyer
resident, Twin Oaks Nursing Home, Campbelltown, where she lived for three months.
Former resident, Palmyra
Store clerk, 1927 Ð 1986, Kreider Shoe Store, Palmyra
Member, First United Methodist Church, Palmyra
Survivors:
Daughter Ann, w/o John Foltz, Columbia MD
Brother Wilmot Schroyer, Hershey
Two grandchildren
Two great-grandchildren
Burial: no location is listed.
Aug 21, 2001
Alvin R. Boyer, age 68
b. Aug 3, 1933 Swatara Station, PA
d. Aug 20, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
h/o Katharine (nee Gingrich) "Cass" Boyer, married 40 years, in Jun 2001.
S/o late Addison & Anna M. (nee Lutz) Boyer.
Retired electrician, Hershey Foods Corp.
Graduate, 1951, Hershey High School
Army veteran.
Member, Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, Hummelstown
Served on its Congregation Council and the Sunday school office
Member, Hummelstown American Legion
Member, Chocolate Worker's Union Local 464, Hershey
Hobbies include model trains.
Survivors:
Daughter Katherine J., w/o Michael Forney, Elizabethtown
Son David R., h/o Amy (nee Novitski) Boyer, Hummelstown
Sister Janet B., w/o Dale Brubaker, Hershey
Sister Mary B., w/o Carl H. Seibert, Palmyra
Four grandchildren
Burial: Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, Lower Paxton Twp., Dauphin Co. PA
Aug 21, 2001
Mary Anne (nee Tietjen) Byrne, age 60
b. Jul 31, 1941 St. Louis, Missouri
d. Aug 19, 2001 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o Donald Edward Byrne Jr., married 34 years, Aug 4, 2001.
D/o A. Carl Tietjen and the late Mary Louise (nee Tindall) Tietjen.
"complications of a brain tumor first diagnosed in 1989".
"she grew up in St. Louis, Misouri; Cleveland, OH, and Summit NJ"
Graduate, 1959, Bayley Ellard High School.
A National Merit Scholar, attended Trinity College in Washington DC, where her mother was an
Alumnus.
At Trinity:
served as president of Student Government
spent a summer teaching for the Confraternity of Christian Doctrine (C.C.D.) for the
Diocese of Raleigh, in Henderson NC
Graduate, BA in History making Who's Who and the dean's list
1963-1964: Papal Volunteers Corp, part of the Jesuit Volunteers International
stationed in British Honduras, now Belize, teaching English, religion and physical
education at Pallotti High School, a Catholic girls' school.
Upon return to U.S.:
"Master's degree in theology, Marquette University, Wilwaukee, Wisconsin in the mid-60s.
While there she met and married Donald Edward Byrne Jr. of St. Paul, Minnesota, Aug 4, 1967.
In addition to her vocation, as a wife and mother, she taught for two years at DeLaSalle High
School for Boys in St. Paul, Minnesota, also serving as chair of the religion department."
In 1968, moved to Durham NC with her family.
Organized the C.C.D. program at Holy Cross Catholic Church.
Attended courses at North Carolina Central University's school of law
Cared for foster children
Co-founded Birthright North Carolina in 1970.
Resident of Annville since 1971.
Served a term as president of the local chapter of Amnesty Interntional
As an outgrowth of her lifelong interest in human rights.
Took courses in biology, chemistry and mathematics at Lebanon Valley College
Survivors:
Daughter Julie Elizabeth Byrne, Fort Worth TX
Son Donald Edward Byrne III, Atlanta GA
Daughter Mary McMonigal Byrne, Atlanta GA
Daughter Clare Siobhan Byrne, Brooklyn NY
Daughter Monica Catherine Byrne, Boston MA
Sister Frances Wiener, Rye NY
Sister Eleanor Mer, Round Rock, TX
Sister Laura Wysong, Fairfield IA
Brother Richard Tietjen, Annville
Brother Gregory Tietjen, Maplewood NJ
Burial: location is not listed.
Aug 21, 2001
Patricia E. (nee O'Connell) Smith, age 52
b. Mar 19, 1949 Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA
d. Aug 19, 2001 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o Michael L. Smith
d/o Josephine M. (nee Eckes) O'Connell and the late William C. O'Connell
decision support system analyst, Lebanon VA Medical Center & had worked in the VA system in
New York, 30 years.
Graduate, 1967, Lebanon Catholic High School.
Completed program, 1969, X-ray technician training in Corning NY
Member, Keystone Gun
Member, Maenerchor clubs
Member, Eagles
Member, American Legion Auxiliary
Member, AARP
Member, St. Cecilia Church
Member, American Registry of Radio logic Technologists
Survivors:
Daughter Lisa M. Gardiner, York
Daughter Leslie A. Gardiner, Annville
Step-son Brian M. Smith, Lebanon
Step-son Jeffrey A. Smith, Lebanon
Sister Cecilia A. Putt, Lebanon
Brother William F. O'Connell, Haddonfield NJ
Brother Daniel J. O'Connell, York
Two grandsons
Several nieces and nephews.
Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 21, 2001
James R. Cannon, age 35
b. Mar 7, 1966 Atlanta, Georgia
d. Aug 20, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
s/o Dale E. & Lois F. (nee Beal) Cannon
resident, Renova Center
former resident, St. Joesph's Center, Scranton
Survivors:
Brother Scott E., h/o Cheryl Cannon, Norristown
Brother G. William Cannon, Boyerstown
Brother George A. Cannon, Ambler
Brother Douglas L. Cannon, Telord
Sister Heath L. Cannon, Hatfield
Sister Alice G. Cannon, Sumneytown
Number nieces and nephews.
burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 21, 2001
Harry I. Sohn Sr., age 88
b. Apr 10, 1913 Hebron, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 17, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o late Dorothy M. (nee Wagner) Sohn
s/o late David & Harriett (nee Lehman) Sohn
resident, ManorCare, Lebanon
former resident, Lehman Street
retired supervisor, shipping department, former Lebanon Steel Foundry
member, Rescue Fire Co. No. 4, Lebanon
Survivors:
Son Harry I. Jr., h/o Patricia Sohn, Lebanon
Sister Bessie Boltz, Lebanon
Two grandchildren
Two great-grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Sister Martha M. Heilman
Burial: Ebenezer "Covenant" Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 21, 2001
Samuel F. Purcell Sr., age 51
b. Mar 16, 1950 Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA
d. Aug 19, 2001 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o Wendy (nee Katzaman) Purcell
s/o late Salvadore Purcell & Mae (neeHuntzberger) Purcell
product manager, Philadelphia Mixers, Palmyra
worked, Long's Machine Shop, Annville
worked, Turkey Hill, Palmyra
Air Force Veteran: Vietnam War
Graduate, Lebanon High School
Attended, Lebanon Valley Bible Church
Member, Boy Scouts of America
Survivors:
Son Samuel Purcell Jr., Palmyra
Son Paul Purcell, Palmyra
Son Christopher Purcell, Palmyra
Son Shawn Purcell, Palmyra
Daughter Renee, w/o Dave Posey, Lebanon
Daughter Ashlee Purcell, Palmyra
Brother Ronald Purcell, Campbelltown
A grandson
burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 22, 2001
Lois L. (nee Wolfe) Moyer, age 65
b. Aug 21, 1935 Fredericksburg, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 18, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
w/o Glenn M. Moyer, married 46 years, June 19, 2001.
D/o Hattie Spangler and Stewart Wolfe
Graduate, West Maryland College
Retired special education teacher of grades 1 & 2, Central School District
Member, St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Fredericksburg
Survivors:
Son Martin D., h/o Jean Moyer, Lebanon
Son James B., h/o Peggy Moyer, Harrisburg
Son Jeffrey G., h/o Toni Moyer, Boothwyn
Sister Lucy, w/o Curt Kohr, Lebanon
Brother Elwood, h/o Joanne Spangler, Tucson AZ
Four grandchildren
Several nieces and nephews.
Burial: Cedar Hill Cemetery, Fredericksburg, Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 22, 2001
Harold A. Shearer, age 68
b. Jul 8, 1933 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 20, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o Marlene L. (nee Mills) Shearer
s/o late Aaron & Ada (nee Wagner) Shearer
retired sales representative, Harrisburg East Chrysler-Plymouth
Army veteran, Korean War
Member, First Evangelical Congregational Church, Lebanon
Member, National Rifle Association
Member, Lebanon VFW
Avid hunter and fisherman.
Survivors:
Daughter Robin Garth, Manheim
Son Todd J. Shearer, Lebanon
Sister Marie Foltz, Cleona
Sister Jane Vincent, Lebanon
Sister Delores Campbell, Annville
Brother Aaron Shearer, Cleona
Three grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Sister Helen Wealand
Burial: no location listed. Possible cremation.
Aug 22, 2001
Dorothy G. (nee Zombro) Boltz, age 77
b. Apr 29, 1924 Martinsburg WV
d. Aug 20, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o George A. Boltz, w/whom she would have celebrated 37 years, Sept 4, 2001.
W/o late John H. Williams
D/o late George & Kathryn Zombro
Member, Hebron United Methodist Church, Lebanon
Survivors:
Daughter Donna P., w/o Bill Carr, Lebanon
Daughter Debora L. Bashore, Lebanon
Son Dennis V. Shepps, Lebanon
Son George A. Boltz Jr., Ft. Walton FL
Nine grandchildren
Eight great-grandchildren
Several nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by:
Grandson William Achenbach
Burial: Ebenezer "Greenwood" Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 22, 2001
Norman R. Bord Jr., age 60
b. Mar 30, 1941 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 14, 2001 Lebanon PA
h/o Grace A. (nee Zombro) Boltz Bord
s/o late Norman R. Sr. & Gladys Bord.
Former bus driver and guard, Lebanon County Prison
Member, National Rifle Association
Avid hunter and fisherman.
Survivors:
Son Norman Jr., h/o Shannon Boltz, Texas
Son Michael S. Boltz, Lebanon
Son Warren J., h/o Kathy Boltz, Lebanon
Daughter Melissa K. Boltz, Las Vegas NV
Five grandchildren
Burial: no location listed.
Aug 22, 2001
Barbara E. Dobias, age 68
b. Jun 5, 1933 Syracuse, NY
d. Aug 21, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late William Dobias
d/o Gieneviena D. (nee Grant) Hensel
former co-owner, Engineering Design Co.
member, Faith Baptist Church, Lebanon
Had been active member, Lebanon Co. Association for the Blind
Survivors:
Son William Dobias, Tucson AZ
Daughter Pam Cline, Maryland
Sister Ruth McKenzie, Mooresville NC
Two grandchildren
Burial location is not listed.
Aug 23, 2001
Barbara E. Dobias, age 68
b. Jun 5, 1933 Syracuse, NY
d. Aug 21, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late William Dobias
d/o Gieneviena D. (nee Grant) Hensel
former co-owner, Engineering Design Co.
member, Faith Baptist Church, Lebanon
Had been active member, Lebanon Co. Association for the Blind
Survivors:
Son William Dobias, Tucson AZ
Daughter Pam Cline, Maryland
Sister Ruth McKenzie, Mooresville NC
Two grandchildren
Burial location is not listed.
Aug 23, 2001
Dorothy G. (nee Zombro) Williams Boltz, age 77
b. Apr 29, 1924 Martinsburg WV
d. Aug 20, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o George A. Boltz, would have been married 37 years on Sep 4, 2001.
W/o late John H. Williams
D/o late George & Kathryn Zombro
Resident, Lebanon, PA
Member, Hebron United Methodist Church, Lebanon PA
Survivors:
Daughter Donna P., w/o Bill Carr, Lebanon
Daughter Debora L. Bashore, Lebanon
Daughter Monica J., w/o Dennis V. Shepps, Lebanon
Son George A. Boltz Jr., Fort Walton FL
Nine grandchildren
Eight great-grandchildren
Several nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by:
Grandson William Achenbach
Burial: Ebenezer "Greenwood" Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 23, 2001
Raymond W. McKinney, age 87
b. May 4, 1914 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 14, 2001 Lebanon PA
h/o Christine McKinney
h/o late Martha E. (nee Lehman) McKinney
s/o late James & Mary (nee Ely) McKinney
resident, ManorCare Nursing Home, Lebanon, three years.
Formerly of Lehman St, Lebanon PA
Civil Service Inspector,
Known for golfing and bowling
Active many years ago in the YMCA
Survivors:
Son James R., h/o Marion McKinney, Charleston SC
Brother George McKinney, Lebanon PA
Five grandchildren
Five great-grandchildren
Several nieces and nephews.
Burial: Hernley Mennonite Cemetery, Manheim, Lancaster Co. PA
Aug 23, 2001
Marjorie H. (nee Dumez) Fox, age 80
b. Mar 14, 1921 Almaden PA
d. Aug 21, 2001 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o Charles E. Fox
w/o late James Baylin
d/o late Alfred Joseph II & Etta Mae (nee Kephart) Dumez
resident, Palmyra PA
retired worker, Reese's Candy Co., 1989, ten years
Prior work: Kreider Shoe Company, Palmyra
Prior work: Sylvania Corporation, Houtzdale & Altoona
Prior work: Cigar Factory, Phillipsburg
Prior work: Mother's helper in Brooklyn NY
Worshipped United Methodist faith
Loved bowling, baseball, music and dancing.
She and her daughter Michelle were responsible for beginning the first official
Dumez Family reunion in 1978, which was held at the Campbelltown Fire Hall grounds.
Since then then the 23rd annual reunion was held July 28, 2001, in Mountz Memorial
Park in Smithall with over 100 in attendance.
Survivors:
Daughter Carolann Baylin Smith, Virginia Beach VA
Daughter Michelle Baylin Gingrich, Palmyra
Son Randy C. Fox, Salt Lake City UT
Sister Delores M. Stanley, Dickson City
Sister Cordie L. Lewis, Buffalo NY
10 grandchildren
five great-grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Daughter Frances Baylin Smith
A granddaughter Marjorie Bentz
Brothers James, Ray, Robert, Clair, and Wilbur Dumez
Sisters Leona Zink and Ida Shoff.
Burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, N.Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 23, 2001
Jennie M. (nee Williams) Heckert, age unknown
b. date not listed Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 21, 2001 Rheems, Lancaster Co. PA
w/o Kenneth E. Heckert, married 48 years Oct 2000.
D/o late Alice M. (nee Poorman) Williams
Resident, Rheems Nursing Home, Rheems PA
Former resident, Elizabethtown
Former resident, Manheim
Member, Swatara Hill Church of the Brethren, Middletown, 40 years.
Former member, Penryn Fire Co. Auxiliary
Charter member, Londonderry Fire Co. Auxiliary
Survivors:
Son Curtis L., h/o Anita J. (nee Moor) Heckert, Salem VA
Daughter Debra A., w/o James R. Reese, Elizabethtown
Brother John E., h/o Linda Williams, Lebanon
Brother Harry D. Sr., h/o Brenda Williams, Lebanon
Sister Helen B. Kupp, Manheim
Sister Hilda R., h/o John E. Frederick, Manheim
Two grandchildren
Burial: Colebrook Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, South Londonderry Twp. PA
Aug 24, 2001
Frances K. (nee Klespis) Flaherty, age 81
b. date not listed Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 23, 2001 Wilmington, Delaware
w/o John H. Flaherty Jr., married 57 years.
D/o late Joseph & Catherine (nee Karli) Klespis
Resident, Wilmington, DE
Born and raised in Lebanon PA
Attended, St. Gertrude's Catholic Church, Lebanon
Attended, Lebanon Catholic High School, Lebanon
Attended, St. Joseph's School of Nursing, Reading
During WW2, served as 1st lieutenant in the Army Air Corp, as a nurse.
Survivors:
Son David M. Flaherty, Wilmington DE
Son John Dennis Flaherty, Wilmington DE
Son Collin P. Flaherty, San Diego CA
Daughter Karen A. Flaherty, Wilmington DE
Brother Anthony J. Klespis, Lebanon
Brother Joseph F. Klespis, Harrisburg
Sister Catherine Bender, Lebanon
Sister Gertrude Fink, Lebanon
Sister Agnes McDonnell, Lebanon
Sister Joanna "Honey" Krizan, Jonestown
Sister Barbara Aiduk, Littleton, CO
Five grandchildren
Two great-grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Son Kevin Flaherty, who died in Vietnam
Daughter Patricia Flaherty
Sisters M. Wilberta, Mary Martin, Teresa Berger and Patricia Baim
Burial: Cathedral Cemetery, Wilmington DE
Aug 24, 2001
Mildred E. (nee Keim) Shlafer, age 85
b. Jul 3, 1916 Reionsville PA
d. Aug 22, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late Harry Shlafer
d/o late Oscar E. & Henrietta (nee Kinley) Keim
resident, Linden Village, Lebanon
former resident, South 23rd, Lebanon
employed, housekeeper, W.H. Keiff
worshipped in Protestant Faith
last of her immediate family.
Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 24, 2001
D. Loretta (nee Berkheimer) Kemmler, age 62
b. date not listed Norristown, PA
d. Aug 18, 2001 Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA
w/o Edward D. Kemmler Jr., married 43 years.
D/o Dorothy (nee Kerr) Berkheimer and the late Kenneth Berkheimer
former Lebanon Valley resident.
Current resident, Lancaster PA
Outstanding field hockey & basketball athlete, Annville-Cleona High School
Graduate, 1956, Annville-Cleona High School
25 years, worked as educator for Lancaster-Lebanon Intermediate Unit 13
member, Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Lancaster
enjoyed crafts, art, gardening and the beach
Survivors:
Son Jeffrey D., h/o Karen Kemmler, Williamsport
Son Edward D. Kemmler III, Lancaster
Son Douglas B., h/o Christine Kemmler, Lancaster
Daughter Sharon L., w/o Michael Wiggins, Lancaster
Daughter Pamela E., w/o Harry Miller, York Haven
Daughter Nancy, w/o Phil Wagner, Manheim
Daughter Adeline, w/o Ralph Weik, Lancaster
Daughter Dianna, w/o Ralph Winslow, Fredericksburg
Daughter Gertrude "Trudy" Berkheimer, Annville
Daughter Margaret, w/o Allen Scholl, Annville
Brother Kenneth, h/o Deborah Berkheimer, Cornwall
Brother Frederick Berkheimer, Annville
Brother Timothy, h/o Cindy Berkheimer, Lebanon
Seven grandchildren
Burial: location is not listed.
Aug 24, 2001
Thomas G. Glasmire, age 50
b. Jan 12, 1951 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA
d. Aug 22, 2001 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA
companion of, Marie Strait, Elizabethtown
s/o Norman E. Glasmire & late Jean E. (nee Witherite) Glasmire
worked, Mechanicsburg Navel Depot security over 22 years.
Member, The Church of the Holy Spirit, Palmyra
Member, Cititzen's Fire Co., Palmyra
Member, Campbelltown Volunteer Fire Co.
Survivors:
Brother James N., h/o Elaine Glasmire, Hummelstown
A niece
A nephew
Several aunts and uncles.
Burial: Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, Lower Paxton Twp., Dauphin Co. PA
Aug 25, 2001
Lewis F. Ream, age 71
b. Feb 21, 1930 Kleinfeltersville, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 24. 2001 Kleinfeltersville PA
h/o late Rosemary Ream
s/o late Norman & Grace (nee Fetter) Ream
foreman, Wilbur Chocolates, 25 years.
U.S.Navy veteran, Korean War
Member, Heidelberg Sportsman Association
Member, American Legion
Survivors:
Child Robin Ream, Palmyra
Daughter Sheree Carter, Carlisle
Son Steve Ream, Myerstown
Daughter Cindy Minaya, Mechanicsburg
11 grandchildren
a great-grandson
burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 25, 2001
Henry J. Kiscadden, age 75
b. Sep 29, 1925 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 23, 2001 Lebanon PA
h/o Dollie H. (nee Miller) Kiscadden, married 50 years, Nov 2000.
S/o late Harry J. & Josephine (nee Arnold) Kiscadden
Patient, Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon
Resident, Cleona, PA
Purchasing agent, Davies Precision Machining, Lebanon
Prior employer, Purchasing agent, Quaker Alloy, Myerstown
Graduate, Lebanon Catholic High School
U.S. Air Force veteran WW2
Member, St. Paul the Apostle Church, Annville, where he was an original Eucharist minister,
a CCD teacher and served on parish council.
Member, Over 50 Club
Past president, St. Vincent DePaul Society
A fourth degree knight, Fr. Michael F. Barrett Council No. 9875
Coordinator, St. Paul's Soup Kitchen
Member, Men of Malvern Retreat
First Catholic president, past member, Board of Lebanon County Christian Ministries.
Former Cleona Sewer Authority treasurer
Former member, Cleona Fire Co.
Former member, Cleona borough election board
Former secretary, Purchasing Management Association of PA
Representative to the board, Lebanon Catholic High School
Survivors:
Daughter Ann E., w/o G. Edward Fansler, Annville
Brother James Kiscadden, Manheim
Brother Paul Kiscadden, Lewes DE
Sister Frances Yost, Lebanon
Sister Joanne, w/o Richard Wagner, Trexlertown
Grandson Zachary Fansler
Grandchild Jordan Fansler
Number nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by:
Sisters Doris Gates & Kathleen Nutto
Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 25, 2001
Edith A. (nee Copenhaver) Heffley, age 92
b. date not listed Schaefferstown, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 24, 2001 Manheim, Lancaster Co. PA
w/o late Samuel J. Heffley, who died Feb 18, 1974
d/o late Jesse C. & Agnes (nee Kline) Copenhaver
current resident, Mt. Hope Dunkard Brethren Home, Manheim, since 2000
former resident, Ephrata PA
former employer, Ephrata Nursing Home, 10 years
former employer, Hollinger's Farm Market, Lincoln, Lancaster Co. PA
member, Mohler Church of the Brethren, Ephrata
former deaconess of the church.
Survivors:
Daughter Ruth M., w/o Donald S. Boshnaugle, Columbia PA
Daughter A. Lorraine Heffley, Ephrata
Son Rev. Robert L., h/o Sylvia (nee Patrick) Heffley, Lancaster
Six grandchildren
Nine great-grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Sisters Ellen Krall and Lillian Weik
Brothers John, Miles, Howard, Arthur and Klein Copenhaver
Burial: Mohler Church of the Brethren Cemetery, Ephrata, Lancaster Co. PA
Aug 25, 2001
Bernadine M. "Bernie" (nee Souders) Lander, age 95
b. Dec 10, 1905 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 24, 2001 Chambersburg, Franklin Co. PA
w/o late Benjamin T. Lander
d/o late John F. & Rose E. (nee Rudegeair) Souders
resident, Shook Nursing Home, Chambersburg PA
former resident, Lebanon PA
member, St. Mary's Church, Lebanon PA
member, PA Catholic Beneficial League
member, the Parish Council of Catholic Women
member, the Verbena Club
Survivors:
Two daughters-in-law
11 grandchildren
20 great-grandchildren
sister Gertrude Fisher, Annadale VA
several nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by:
Son Benjamin T. Lander Jr. and James Lander
Granddaughter Diane Lander
Brother Frances Souders
Burial: Holy Cross Cemtery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 25, 2001
Charlotte S. (nee Smith) Kuhn, age 87
b. Feb 20, 1914 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 20, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o Frank K. Kuhn, would have celebrated 63 years in April 2002.
D/o late William & Cora (nee Koon) Smith
resident, Manor-Care Health Services, Lebanon PA
former resident, Lebanon PA
housewife
bookkeeper, Kuhn's Bottling Works.
Member, Bethany United Church of Christ, Lebanon
Member, Women's AGLOW, Palmyra
Survivors:
Daughter Shirley (Kuhn) Keefer, w/o Kenneth, Palmyra
Son Frank L., h/o Helen Kuhn, Phoenix AZ
Son Rodney L., h/o Shelley Kuhn, Little Meadow PA
10 grandchildren
12 great-grandchildren
several nieces and nephews.
Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 26, 2001
Miriam A. (nee Shumaker) Shireman, age 93
b. Nov 3, 1907 Blain, Perry County, PA
d. Aug 24, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late William Shireman
d/o late J. Floyd & blanche (nee Wentz) Shumaker
formerly, Hershey Foods Corp.
formerly employed Hershey Laundry
enjoyed puzzle books and crocheting.
Survivors:
Daughter Dorothy Marshall, Palmyra
Daughter Janet Lehman, Palmyra
Brother Harry Shumaker, Enola
Sister Evelyn Kemberling, Marysville
Five grandchildren
Three great-grandchildren
Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 26, 2001
Jeanette Pearl (nee Lesher) Buchter, age 99
b. date not listed Richmond Twp., Berks Co. PA
d. Aug 24, 2001 Lutheran Home, Topton, Berks Co. PA
w/o late Howard E. Buchter, who died Dec 2, 1993.
D/o late William R.S. & Katie (nee Kline) Lesher
Graduate, 1918, Fleetwood High School, Berks Co.
Graduate, 1930, Keystone Business College, Reading
Been employed, private secretary in Reading area.
Oldest member, Calvary Lutheran Church, Laureldale
70-year life member, Reading Chapter 251 Order of Eastern Star
survivor:
One cousin.
burial: Laureldale Cemetery, Tuckerton, Berks Co. PA
Aug 27, 2001
Marvin W. Hartman, age 81
b. May 6, 1920 Newmanstown, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 26, 2001 Allentown, PA
h/o Beverly Hartman
s/o late Marvin H. & Carrie S. (nee Sheetz) Hartman
patient, Lehigh Valley Hospice, Allentown
resident, Allentown
former resident, Scottsdale AZ
veteran, WW2
car and mobile home salesman all his life.
Member, People's Church of Scottsdale AZ
Liked NASCAR racing and traveling.
Survivors:
Son Kerry, h/o Maive Hartman, Allentown
Son William D., h/o Nancy Hartman, Allentown
Son James N. Hartmen, Allentown
Daughter Sherie D. Keeney, Lancaster
Daughter Deborah L., w/o William Wagner, Allentown
Daughter Lynnette D. Hartman, South Bend IN
Step-son Ricky L, h/o Jane Ott, Mesa AZ
Step-daughter Brenda L,, w/o Bruce Consier, Anthem, AZ
Sister Kathryn E. Ebling, Myerstown
17 grandchilden
13 great-grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Brother Troy C. Hartman
Burial: location is not listed.
Aug 27, 2001
Sara A. (nee Arbegast) Keller, age 84
b. Jul 13, 1917 Newville PA
d. Aug 26, 2001 Campbelltown, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late John A. Keller
d/o late Clyde & Margaret (nee Burkholder) Arbegast
resident, Twin Oaks Nursing Center, Campbelltown PA
former resident, Palmyra PA
registered nurse, Hershey Medical Center
former employer, Harrisburg Hospital.
Attended, Lebanon Valley College, Annville
Graduate, Philadelphia Osteopathic School of Nursing.
Active member, Gravel Hill United Methodist Church, Palmyra
Member, Woman's Christian Temperance Union
Member, Palmyra Senior Citizens
Member, Women in Military Service for America Memorial
Army Nurse Corp. veteran of WW2, serving in and near Italy.
Survivors:
Son Phillip A. Keller, Mooresville NC
Daughter Annette Sattazahn, Palmyra
Daughter Mary Mutschler, Palmyra
Sister Mary Kathryn "Kitty" Spangler, Hershey
10 grandchildren
burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, N.Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 27, 2001
Jane R. (nee Ross) Sheeley, age 78
b. Aug 24, 1923 New Cumberland PA
d. Aug 26, 2001 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late Mark O. Sheeley Jr.
d/o late Russell & Carrie Ross
resident, Palmyra, Columbia Cottage
retired, Spinning Wheel Gift Shoppe, Hotel Hershey and Hershey Motor Lodge
member, First United Methodist Church, Palmyra
three times president, Palmyra Women's Club
worked with the club's Federation Days.
Tutored, Lancaster-Lebanon Literacy Council.
Volunteered, Hershey Gardens.
Avid golfer, bowler, crossword puzzle player, and enjoyed tennis.
Survivors:
Son Glenn R. Sheeley, Atlanta GA
Daughter Lori J. VonEssen, Palmyra
Sister LaRue Tucker, St. George UT
Two granddaughters
Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 27, 2001
Marlene F. (nee Snavely) Kohr, age 66
b. Jul 1, 1935 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 26, 2001 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o Kenneth K. Kohr
d/o Helen G. (nee Mull) Snavely and the late Homer P. Snavely.
resident, Palmyra PA
retired employee, Giant Foods of Hershey
also worked, part-time, Lebanon Daily News
Graduate, 1953, Palmyra High School
Survivors:
Son Steven W. Miller, Hershey
Son Brian S. Miller, Ellicott City MD
Son Thomas E. Miller, Greer SC
Son David A. Miller, Palmyra
Sister Shirley Y. Logan, Palmyra
Sister Susan J. Weaver, Palmyra
Sister Carole J. Gingrich, Elizabethtown
Brother Homer B. Snavely, Cleona
Brother John R. Snavely, Manheim
Six grandchildren
Burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, N.Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 28, 2001
Margaret Mary (nee Faiola) Lamancusa, age 79
b. date not listed location not listed
d. Aug 25, 2001 Lower Paxton Twp., Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA
w/o late Tiner J. Lamancusa Sr.
parents not listed
member, Holy Name of Jesus Church, Harrisburg
former member, St. Theresa's Church, New Cumberland
Survivors:
Son Tiner James Lamancusa, Camp Hill
Son David John Lamancusa, Camp Hill
Son Thomas Paul Lamancusa, Dillsburg
Daughter Margaret Marie Lamancusa, Harrisburg
Daughter Elizabeth Ann Polselli, Harrisburg
Daughter Barbara Jean Lower, Camp Hill
Brother Herman Faiola, Lebanon
Brother Albino Faiola, Harrisburg
Sister Florence Moyer, Lebanon
17 grandchildren
a great-grandchild
burial: Calvary Cemetery, Altoona, PA
Aug 28, 2001
Irma G. (nee Fahler) Marko, age 84
b. Jan 3, 1917 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 27, 2001 Lebanon, PA
w/o John M. Marko, Sr.
d/o late Milton & Sally (nee Felty) Fahler
retired, Everite Knitting Mills
member, St. Benedict The Abbot Church
Survivors:
Daughter Evelyn, w/o Charles Betz, Lebanon
Daughter Anna Mae, w/o Calvin Conners, Lebanon
Daughter Patricia Marko, Lebanon
Son John M. Marko, Jr., h/o Dara Marko, Lebanon
Eight grandchildren
13 great-grandchildren
several nieces and nephews
she was the last of her immediate family.
Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 28, 2001
Myrle E. (nee Fox) Lafferty, age 86
b. Oct 23, 1914 Palmyra, Lebanon Co., PA
d. Aug 26, 2001 ManorCare Health Services, Elizabethtown, Lancaster Co. PA
w/o late John M. Lafferty
d/o late Milton & Carrie (nee Laudermilch) Fox
homemaker
avid gardener
member, Palm Lutheran Church: former choir member & participated in Women's Fellowship Group.
Member, Lebanon County Home Economics Club.
Graduate, Indiana University of PA
Did Graduate work, Cornell University
Taught home economics in the Lebanon School district for several years.
Survivors:
Son John M. Lafferty, Ambler
Son Neal E. Lafferty, Palmyra
Sister Sarah Hammer, Hershey
Sister Ruth VanMeter, Atlanta GA
10 grandchildren
burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N. Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 29, 2001
Emilio J. Ranieri, Jr., age 71
b. Dec 2, 1929 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
d. Aug 27, 2001 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA
s/o late Emilio Sr. & Mary (nee Valerio) Ranieri
resident, Lebanon Valley Brethren Home, Palmyra
former employee, Y & S Candle
served as a missionary in Brazil & India
Army veteran of Korea.
Member, Palmyra Assembly of God Church
Survivors:
Sister Mary D. Noga, Palmyra
Sister Gloria A. Heverling, Palmyra
Brother James L. Ranieri, Hershey
Several nieces and nephews.
Burial: Hershey Cemetery, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
Aug 29, 2001
William H. Bolger, age 84
b. Apr 22, 1917 Martinsburg PA
d. Aug 27, 2001 Hanover PA
h/o Frances (nee Bair) Bolger, married 59 years
s/o late William H. & Anna (nee Bridenbaugh) Bolger
Superintendent of Palmyra Area School District, retired Jun 1976.
During 38 year career, taught high school math, and was assistant high school principal.
Member, Trinity United Church of Christ, Hanover
Member, Patmos Lodge 348 F & AM
Member, other Masonic affilitations.
Graduate, 1934, Martinsburg High School
Graduate, 1938, Bachelor's degree, Millersville State Teacher's College
Graduate, Masters in education, Penn State University
Completed requirements for the doctorate in education, Penn State University
Attended,.Duke University
Attended, Princeton University
Attended, Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
Served as president, Millersville University, 21 years, where he received several awards and
recognition for his service to the university, including the President's medal
1990, University named the William H. Bolger Conference Center in his honor.
Lieutenant, Navy, WW2
Awarded, American Theatre Ribbon,
Awarded, Asiatic Pacific Theatre Ribbon
Awarded, World War II Victory Medal.
Survivors:
Daughter Jean Bolger Sonntag, Elicott City, MD
Sister Virginia Smith, Pittsburgh
Brother J. Richard Bolger, Merrick NY
Four grandchildren
Burial: location is not listed.
Aug 29, 2001
Matthew J. Jordan, age 71
b. Dec 19, 1929 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 28, 2001 North Cornwall Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
h/o Mary Noel DeGregorio Jordan
s/o late Martin & Katherine (nee Koleck) Jordan
retired accountant, PennDOT
member, St. Mary's Church
Graduate, Lebanon High School
Graduate, The University of Oklahoma
Survivors:
Son John, h/o Anne Jordan, Boothwyn
Daughter Patricia, w/o Peter Smith, Richmond VA
Daughter Joanne, w/o Geoffrey Rich, Lebanon
Son Christopher Jordan, Lebanon
Sister Kathryn Miller, New Cumberland
Four grandchildren
Several nieces and nephews.
Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 29, 2001
Richard H. "Dick" Wike, age 84
b. Sep 27, 1916 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 27, 2001 Lebanon PA
h/o Iva C. (nee Stohler) Wike, married 54 years, June 14, 2001.
S/o late Harry S. & Margaret (nee Kashner) Wike
Patient, Lebanon VA Medical Center, Lebanon PA
Resident, Birch Rd
Former resident, Horst Avenue, Lebanon
Retired building management, Lebanon VA Medical Center
Army Veteran, WW2
Member, St. Matthew Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lebanon
Member, VFW Post 23, Lebanon
Member, Rescue Fire Co., Lebanon
Member, Liberty Fire Co., Lebanon
Member, Liberty Fire Co. Aide Association, Lebanon
Survivors:
Son Dennis R., h/o Robert Wike, Lebanon
Daughter Kittylou, w/o Paul Smith, Downingtown
A grandson
Several nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by:
Brothers William, James & Harry Wike
Burial: Iona United Methodist Church Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 29, 2001
Sherwood E. Kendall, age 80
b. Jun 12, 1921 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA
d. Aug 27, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
h/o Margaret "Marge" A. (nee Knoll) Kendall, married 57 years.
S/o late Harry "Henner" & Matilda "Tillie" (nee Kimmel) Kendall
Death result of injuries sustained in a car accident in Porter Twp., Schuylkill Co. PA
Patient, Hershey Medical Center
Graduate, 1939, Pine Grove High School
Attended, Grove City College while he was in the Marine Corp.
World War II Marine Veteran
Member, DAV
Member, St. Paul's United Methodist Church, Pine Grove
Member, Alcoa 25 year club,
Member, Alcoa retirees
Employed previously, quality control supervisor, former Alcoa Aluminium, Cressona
Survivors:
Son Michael Kendall, Sitka, Alaska
Daughter Suzanne Strubhar, Fredericksburg
Daughter Cheryl Hlavaty, Pine Grove
Daughter Virginia White, Cleona
Brother Jacques Kendall, Myerstown
Sister Jane Rizzardi, Blasdale NY
10 grandchildren
burial: St. John's Lutheran Church Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA
Aug 29, 2001
Hans J. Stucki, age 68
b. May 28, 1933 Horgen, Switzerland
d. Aug 26, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o Jackie E. (nee McNeal) Stucki, married 34 years, 34 years.
S/o late Hans & Marie Stucki.
Retired baker, 1995, Mt. Airy Lodge, Poconos.
Prior employee, Skytop Lodge, 12 years as head baker.
Prior employee, a Poconos baker.
Attended, God's Missionary Church, Lebanon
Attended various other Methodist Churches in the area.
Enjoyed reading, walking, and playing chess.
Survivors:
Son John T. Stucki, Staten Island NY
Step-son Raymond R. Reed, Boynton Beach, FL
Step-dau Karla D., w/o James Taylor, Boca Raton FL
Sister Trudi Rueger, Switzerland
Five grandchildren
A great-grandson
Burial: Williamstown United Methodist Church Cemetery1
Aug 30, 2001
Julia A. (nee Heisey) Kemp, age 86
b. Jul 20, 1915 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 28, 2001 Bloomsburg PA
w/o late Charles G. Kemp, who died in 1970.
D/o late Alfred Abel & Ella Nora (nee Zerbe) Heisey
Stroke Patient, Bloomsburg Hospital
Graduate, 1933, Lebanon High School
Employed, personnel clerk, Milco Industries 1970 Ð 1990 (retirement)
Member, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Bloomsburg, served: sub-directress,
directress & chairwoman Alter Guild, corresponding secretary of Episcopal
Churchwomen, custodian for Book of Remberance & secretary of Vestry.
Member, Bloomsburg Hospital Corp.
Life member, Bloomsburg Hospital Auxiliary
Last of her immediate family.
Preceded in death by:
Brother Harry Zerbe Heisey, 1954
Brother John Henry Heisey, 1949
Sister Catherine Shives Matterness
Burial: location is not listed.
Aug 30, 2001
Viola L. (nee Zimmerman) Arnold, age 92
b. May 14, 1909 Schuylkill Co. PA
d. Aug 28, 2001 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late Howard H. Arnold
d/o late Irvin & Sally (nee Yorty) Zimmerman
resident, Lebanon Valley Home, Annville
formerly, Mt. Zion Rd, Lebanon
retired employee, Cornwall Manor
member, St. Mary's Church
Survivors:
Daughter Ruth Long, Lebanon
Seven grandchildren
Eight step-children
Numerous step-grandchildren
17 great-grandchildren
numerous step-great-grandchildren
13 great-great-grandchildren
numerous nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by:
Brothers Abel, Elmer & Arthur Zimmerman
Sisters Minnie Zimmerman & Martha Dewalt
Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 30, 2001
Richard A. Cook, age 72
b. Jan 20, 1929 Sommerville PA
d. Aug 29, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
s/o late William & Gertrude Cook
patient, Lebanon VA Medical Center
Army veteran, Korean War
Retired truck driver, Hanson Moving & Storage Co., Omaha, Nebraska
Survivors:
Son William Cook, Schland, Nebraska
Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 30, 2001
Russell A. Cook Jr., age 69
b. Jul 19, 1932 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 22, 2001 Groveton, Texas
h/o Betty Cook
s/o late Russell A. Sr. & Dorothy (nee Snyder) Cook
raised by his late uncle and aunt, Earl & Anne Queck.
Retired, Army veteran
Member, First United Methodist Church, Groveton, Texas
Survivors:
Daughter Pamela Sue Cook, Lebanon
Daughter Dorothy A. Thompson, Groveton, TX
Daughter Kimberly M. Frost, Groveton, TX
Step-mother Kathryn Cook, Lebnaon
Sister Marlene Cook Childers, Lebanon
Sister Janice Cook Weaver, Lebanon
Sister Sally Cook White, Lebanon
Sister Anna Queck Getz, Lebanon
Sister Gloria Queck Mease, Lebanon
Four grandchildren
Numerous relatives and friends
Burial: Flat Prairie Cemetery, Groveton Texas area P
Aug 30, 2001
Darrel L. Hines, age 59
b. date not listed Campbelltown, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 27, 2001 Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA
h/o Barbara A. (nee Rosser) Hines, would have celebrated 37 years, Nov 2001.
S/o late Douglas Lafayette & Mildred (nee Boyer) Hines
Graduate, 1960, McCaskey High School
Employed, tractor trailer driver, A-P-A Transport Cor, 23 years.
Member, Church of the Apostles, United Church of Christ (formerly St. Paul's United Christ)
Member, Lancaster Road Runners Club
Member, Teamster's local Union 771
Member, 1959, McCaskey football team, where he played half-back during McCaskey's first
undefeated football season.
Life-long member, 82nd Airborne Division Association.
Avid runner, fisherman, coin & stamp collector
Interested in native American History
Army veteran, 1962 Ð 1965, as a paratrooper, 82nd Airborne Division & Dominican Republic May
to June 1965
Survivors:
Son Kevin S. Hines, Lancaster
Son Eric G. Hines, Arlington VA
Sister Deanna Hines, Alexandria VA
Brother Donald, h/o Sharon Hines, Millersville
Brother Dennis, h/o Fran Hines, Lititz
A granddaughter
Burial: Conestoga Memorial Park, Lancaster Co. PA
Aug 30, 2001
Charles G. Mease, age 74
b. Nov 12, 1926 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Aug 28, 2001 Lebanon PA
h/o late Doris Mease
companion of Mary Houtz
s/o late John H. & Mary (nee Hassler) Mease
patient, Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon.
resident, Cedar Haven
cab driver, Lebanon, 14 years.
Marine Corp veteran, Korean War.
Last of his immediate family.
burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 30, 2001
Edith K. (nee Knowles) Duetsch, age 92
b. date not listed Habrouck Heights, NJ
d. Aug 3, 2001 Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late John Duetsch
parents not listed.
Resident, Cornwall Manor, 15 years.
Live in Tenafly NJ for 45 years before Cornwall Manor.
Member, St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, Lebanon
Survivors:
Daughter Darrie Hinson, Dallas, TX
Daughter Debbie Agee, Evanston, Illinois
Four grandchildren
A great-grandchild
No burial. Her body was donated to the Hershey Medical Center.
Aug 30, 2001
Evelyn B. (nee Bradt) Erickson, age 92
b. Jun 17, 1909 Springfield, Ohio
d. Aug 23, 2001 Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late Eric W. Erickson, who died 1965.
D/o late Jessie E. & Zetta (nee Barker) Bradt
Graduate, Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs NY
Graduate, M.A. education, Columbia University
Attended Middleburg College in Vermont
Attended University of Rio Piedras, San Juan, Puerto Rico
Taught French and Spanish, 38 years, Staatsburg, Mahopac, & Pelham High schools, NY
Member, United Methodist Church of Good Shepherd, Lebanon
Member, AARP
Member, National Retired Teachers Association
Member, Delta Kappa Gamma Society International
Survivors:
Daughter E. Elizabeth, w/o Keith Holman, Germantown, Maryland
Sister Florence Schubert, Troy NY
Sister Hilda Jenkins, Columbus OH
A granddaughter
Preceded in death by:
Brother Donald Bradt
Burial: location is not listed.
Aug 31, 2001
George M. Weller, age 88
b. date not listed Orviston, Clinton Co. PA
d. Aug 30, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
h/o Kathryn F. (nee Rayson) Weller
s/o late Lester H. & Alice (nee Moody) Weller
resident of Manheim
formerly of Dauphin Co. & Flemington
member, Hillside Church of Christ, Sinking Spring
atteneded, Conewago Church of the Brethren, Hershey
employed, Pennsylvania Game Commission 1949-1977
retired supervisor, Howard Tree Nursery, Howard
enjoyed hunting and fishing.
Survivors:
Son Donald M., h/o Kay (nee Garnet) Weller, Manheim
Daughter Beverly W., w/o Robin Kegerise, Womelsdorf
Six grandchildren
Seven great-grandchildren
A great-great-grandchild.
Preceded in death by:
Sister Evelyn Smith
Burial: Shenks Cemetery
Aug 31, 2001
Mabel E. (nee Brown) Gassert, age 99
b. Jan 28, 1902 Greble, PA
d. Aug 29, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late Lowell M. Gassert, who died Apr 4, 1990.
D/o late Amos & Emma (nee Hunsicker) Brown
Resident, Manor Care, Lebanon
Retired custodian, Steffy Shoe Factory, Avon
Charter member, Lebanon Church of the Brethren
Member, Lebanon Valley Brethren Home Auxiliary
Former member, Avon Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary.
Survivors:
Daughter Helen G. Gass, Lebanon
Sister Evelyn Blouch, Womelsdorf
Five grandchildren
Five great-grandchildren
Two great-great-grandchildren
Several nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by:
Son Harry Gassert
Burial: Klopp's Union Cemetery, Fredericksburg, Lebanon Co. PA
Aug 31, 2001
Irene F. (nee Templin) Barr, age 81
b. Feb 24, 1920 Hummelstown, Dauphin Co. PA
d. Aug 28, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
w/o Creighton K. Barr
d/o late Harry D. & Mary M. (nee Minnick) Templin
retired nurses aid, Snavely Nursing Home, Hershey
worshipped, Lutheran faith
Survivors:
Son Lt. Col. Eugene D. Barr, Severn, Maryland
Two grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Daughter Michele D. Barr, who died in 1964
Cremation. Burial location no listed.