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Revision: 12/27/02.
INDEX by order listed.
Dec 1, 2000 Phillip Bomberger, age 72
Dec 1, 2000 John E. Reichert, age 67
Dec 1, 2000 James E. Cooper Jr., age 50
Dec 1, 2000 Ellsworth P. Brightbill Sr., age 74
Dec 1, 2000 Mary E. (nee Mattioli) Cortellini, age 79
Dec 1, 2000 Curtis W. Peiffer, age 83
Dec 1, 2000 James B. Nelson, age 92
Dec 1, 2000 Edgar R. Barr, age 75
Dec 1, 2000 Annie Ruth (nee Bolden) Harris, age 59
Dec 1, 2000 George F. "Bud" Felty, age 78
Dec 2, 2000 Martin F. "Marty" Rost Jr., age 72
Dec 2, 2000 Elsie I. (nee Kreiser) Rhoad, age 97
Dec 2, 2000 Verna E. (nee Buser) Hershey, age 87
Dec 2, 2000 Betty (nee Ober) Edenfield, age 65
Dec 4, 2000 Robert "Whitie" Moll, age 73
Dec 4, 2000 Helen K. "Lenka" (nee Kotay) Heller, age 71
Dec 4, 2000 June E. (nee Miller) Estep, age 89
Dec 4, 2000 Christian S. Musser, age 74
Dec 4, 2000 Martha M. (nee Strack) Steckbeck, age 93
Dec 5, 2000 Mayanna (nee Martin) Nation, age 82
Dec 5, 2000 James E. Condran, age 82
Dec 5, 2000 Galen "Pop" Krieger, age 90
Dec 5, 2000 Woodrow H. Shearer Sr., age 84
Dec 5, 2000 Margaret V. (nee Johnstone) Cuddy, age 80
Dec 5, 2000 Samuel J. Simpson, age 60
Dec 6, 2000 Linda (nee Rudokas) Gasiunas, age 84
Dec 6, 2000 Benjamin J. Arndt, age 73
Dec 6, 2000 Glenn W. Mann, age 62
Dec 6, 2000 Beatrice (nee Peffer) Schuler, age 93
Dec 6, 2000 Lorraine I. (nee Bensinger) Berger, age ??
Dec 6, 2000 Samuel N. Ziegler, age 96
Dec 7, 2000 Robert P. Sponenberg Sr., age 81
Dec 7, 2000 George H. Kreiser, age 70
Dec 7, 2000 Willie May (nee Kirk) Floyd, age 77
Dec 7, 2000 Esther G. (nee Gordon) Kuntz, age 83
Dec 7, 2000 Mary E. (nee Hoke) Dissinger, age 89
Dec 7, 2000 Francis E. Fontenoy, age 85
Dec 8, 2000 Samuel J. Simpson, age 60
Dec 8, 2000 Kathleen J. (nee Stevenson) Ward, age 59
Dec 8, 2000 Esther S. (nee Omelchenko) Jennetti, age 76
Dec 8, 2000 George Peric, age 79
Dec 9, 2000 Kathryn K. (nee Kreamer) Rice, age 88
Dec 9, 2000 Morgan Ashley Yiengst, age infant daughter
Dec 9, 2000 Antonio Gonzalez, age 59
Dec 9, 2000 Pearl D. (nee Snyder) Donmoyer, age 81
Dec 9, 2000 Katharine D. (Mengel) Miller, age
Dec 9, 2000 Harold F. "Haps" Werner, age 72
Dec 10, 2000 Marie P. (nee Pence) Hartman, age 91
Dec 10, 2000 Nickolas Russell Light, age 14
Dec 10, 2000 Lester H. Bennetch, age 85
Dec 10, 2000 Henry L. Schmidt, age 84
Dec 11, 2000 James A. Gettle Sr., age 54
Dec 11, 2000 Lester H. Bennetch, age 85
Dec 11, 2000 Ora M. (nee Swecker) Herron, age 95
Dec 11, 2000 Ray G. Whitman, age 75
Dec 11, 2000 Rosaleen M. (nee Drew) Glynn, age not listed
Dec 11, 2000 Catherine A. (nee Spotts) Gruber, age 87
Dec 11, 2000 George B. Thiel, age 82
Dec 11, 2000 Thelma M. (nee Kalbach Schaeffer) Hartman, age 86
Dec 11, 2000 Lloyd E. Purcell, age 61
Dec 11, 2000 John A. Teslow, age not listed
Dec 12, 2000 Diane Susan Heath, age 31
Dec 12, 2000 Gladys B. (nee Jernberg) Botz, age 79
Dec 12, 2000 Eva S. (nee Scipioni) Plebani, age 85
Dec 12, 2000 Joseph M. Gingrich, age 37
Dec 12, 2000 Nancy J. (nee Bradley) Lutz, age 61
Dec 12, 2000 Frank F. Yeager Sr., age 77
Dec 12, 2000 George M. Lyons, age 57
Dec 12, 2000 Edith H. (nee Hawkins) Sager, age 84
Dec 12, 2000 Samuel X. Santangelo, age 98
Dec 12, 2000 Paul E. "Bixler" Matthew, age 95
Dec 12, 2000 Joan D. (nee Reightler) Stoudt, age 53
Dec 12, 2000 Wheeler Gilmore Jr., age 79
Dec 13, 2000 Sheldon J. Shale, age 86
Dec 13, 2000 Emilio Torres, age 34
Dec 13, 2000 Richard K. Shay, age 68
Dec 13, 2000 Paul E. Upperman, age 86
Dec 13, 2000 Robert E. Siegrist, age 85
Dec 13, 2000 Dorothy T. (nee Bender) Smith, age 86
Dec 13, 2000 Lloyd E. McCurdy, age 74
Dec 14, 2000 Ruth B. Krumbine (nee Brubacher), age 88
Dec 14, 2000 Frank J. Hartmoyer, age 82
Dec 14, 2000 William H. "Chicken" Peiffer, age 67
Dec 14, 2000 Margie L. Beck, age 80
Dec 14, 2000 Vivienne M. Miller, (nee Keirn), age 85
Dec 15, 2000 Fern W. (nee Weaver) Boyd, age 82
Dec 15, 2000 Fred C. Johnston, age 90
Dec 15, 2000 George K. Troutman, age 71
Dec 15, 2000 Marilyn M. (nee Snyder) Preis, age 73
Dec 15, 2000 Daniel J. Grabey, age 95
Dec 15, 2000 Arlene R. Landis, age 90
Dec 15, 2000 Kathyn W. (nee Wengert) Engle, age 96
Dec 15, 2000 Dorothy I. (nee Lutz) Wolfe, age 80
Dec 15, 2000 James R. Steffy, age 64
Dec 15, 2000 Helen (Benedick) Houser, age 78
Dec 16, 2000 Earl L. Miller Sr., age 81
Dec 16, 2000 Maurice J. Chandler, age 78
Dec 17, 2000 James L. Goldsworthy, age 51
Dec 17, 2000 Mary C. (nee Arnold) Allwein, age 95
Dec 17, 2000 Celestine (nee Iannelli) Cecconi, age 85
Dec 17, 2000 Dale E. Nickolls, age 52
Dec 17, 2000 Dorothy V. Miller, age 84
Dec 17, 2000 Joseph A. Horn, age 89
Dec 18, 2000 Edwin H. Mengel, age 86
Dec 18, 2000 Sgt. Dennis Lee Legas, age 54
Dec 18, 2000 Lavina H. (nee Rhoads) Walmer, age 91
Dec 18, 2000 Richard P. Swanger, age 71
Dec 18, 2000 Michael J. Chadwick Jr., age 75
Dec 18, 2000 Ward Shumate, age 73
Dec 19, 2000 Anna A. (nee Zoll) Peffley, age 88
Dec 19, 2000 Jeremiah B. Horn, age 95
Dec 19, 2000 Ruth C. (nee Bradley) Engle, age 81
Dec 19, 2000 Venus Evelyn (nee Ziegler) Shutter, age 84
Dec 19, 2000 Joseph F. Kokal, age 79
Dec 20, 2000 Irene M. (nee Potts) Marks, age 81
Dec 20, 2000 Winona K. (nee Wise) Ream, age 79
Dec 20, 2000 Ella E. "Betty" (nee Enck) Hensel, age 79
Dec 20, 2000 Martha P. Neighbour, age 81
Dec 20, 2000 John G. Valentine, age 68
Dec 20, 2000 Dora E. (nee Clements) Lightcap, age 92
Dec 21, 2000 Robert B. Moyer, age 80
Dec 21, 2000 Charles W. "Chuck" Snyder, age 78
Dec 21, 2000 Mary A. Reider (nee Zellers), age 87
Dec 21, 2000 Ida V. Hartman (nee Folcarelli), age 76
Dec 22, 2000 Merlin L. Wise, age 78
Dec 22, 2000 Robert J. Liddell, age 84
Dec 22, 2000 Ronald S. Engle, age 58
Dec 24, 2000 Martha J. (nee Seigfried) Gerhart, age 79
Dec 24, 2000 Lena B. (nee Shifflett) Crist, age 83
Dec 24, 2000 Erma A. (nee Artz) Moyer, age 96
Dec 24, 2000 Jennie L. (nee Faust) Mertz, age 70
Dec 24, 2000 Ralph Plasterer, age 81
Dec 24, 2000 Samuel M. Wolfe Sr., age 71
Dec 24, 2000 Curtis L. Frantz, age 79
Dec 24, 2000 Walter J. Mintz, age 75
Dec 25, 2000 David L. Kreiser, age 34
Dec 25, 2000 Rev. W. Lyndon Hess, age 92
Dec 25, 2000 Adam A. Struphar, age 86
Dec 26, 2000 Selma K. (nee King) Wenger, age 89
Dec 26, 2000 Sister Mary Mark, age 92
Dec 26, 2000 Harold W. Stansfield, age 89
Dec 26, 2000 Curtis L. Frantz Sr., age 79
Dec 26, 2000 George E. Leibich Sr., age 56
Dec 26, 2000 Dae Nam Kwon, age 76
Dec 27, 2000 Emma Nora Gerberich, age 90
Dec 27, 2000 Clifford E. Bender, age 72
Dec 27, 2000 Reed H. Koenig, age 39
Dec 27, 2000 Mildred W. "Peggy" Ulrich (nee Hartz), age 77
Dec 27, 2000 James Micah Belleman, age 3_
Dec 27, 2000 David L. Kreiser, age 34
Dec 27, 2000 Kenneth L. Bennett Jr., age 44
Dec 27, 2000 Jennifer L. Miller (nee Warmkessel), age 35
Dec 27, 2000 Ethel G. Schaeffer (nee Felty), age 88
Dec 1, 2000
Phillip Bomberger, age 72
b. date not provided.
d. Nov 23, 2000 Alamance Region Medical Center, Burlington NC
h/o Phyllis (nee Menhorn) Bomberger
s/o late Theodore & Tillie (nee Swanger) Bomberger
retired pastor & teacher of the lessons of the Bible
member, Grahm Bible Fellowship
former member of the Board of Greenwood Bible College, Fayetteville
also taught Bible classes outside of the church for more than 25 years.
Survivors:
Daughter Anna Kelly of Bahama NC
Son Paul T. Bomberger, Burlington NC
Sister Mary Fair, Vadalia GA
Brother Mark Swanger Bomberger, Annville
3 grandchildren
several nieces and nephews.
Buried: Pine Hill Cemetery, Burlington, NC
Dec 1, 2000
John E. Reichert, age 67
b. Nov 25, 1933 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA
d. Nov 30, 2000 Pine Grove PA
h/o Helen (nee Zimmerman) Reichert, to whom he was married 46 years.
S/o late Charles & Beulah (nee Hubler) Reichert
Member, St. PeterÕs Lutheran Church, Pine Grove
Korean War Veteran
Had been employed at Reading Industries
Survivors:
Son Dean Reichert, Pine Grove
Daughter Dawn Reis, Schuylkill Haven
Sister Emily Hoover, Pine Grove
Sister Irene Kimmel, Pine Grove
Sister Sevilla "Doll" Stine, Pine Grove
Sister Alice Kimmel, Pine Grove
2 grandchildren
1 great-grandchild
Preceded in death by:
Brothers Charles, Morris, and Garfield Reichert
Sister Orizaba Wolfe
Burial: St. JohnÕs Union Cemetery, Friedensburg, PA
Dec 1, 2000
James E. Cooper Jr., age 50
b. Aug 9, 1950 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
d. Nov 29, 2000 Hershey, PA
s/o Evangeline J. (nee Weil) Cooper and the late James E. Cooper Sr.
employed by SeltzerÕs Lebanon Bologna Co., Palmyra
enjoyed drawing and working on computers
Avid Star Trek fan
Survivors:
Sister Jessica Schweers, Hummelstown
Sister Sharon Gettle, Lebanon
Two nieces and a nephew.
Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 1, 2000
Ellsworth P. Brightbill Sr., age 74
b. Apr 10, 1926 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Nov 22, 2000 Lebanon PA
h/o Mary K. (nee Boltz) Brightbill, to whom he was would have been married 54 years, Nov 24, 2000.
S/o late Pierce E. & Edna M. (Bordlemay) Brightbill.
Retired chef and restaurant manager, BoscovÕs in Lebanon
Previously worked at the Cocoa Inn, Hershey
U. S. Navy veteran of WW2, where he had served in the Pacific Theater.
Member, Myerstown Grace Brethren Church, Myerstown
Member, Navy Ship 91, Lebanon
Survivors:
Son E. P. "Skip" Brightbill Jr., State College
Son Craig, h/o Nancy Brightbill, Lebanon
Daughter Christie Hicks, Lebanon
Daughter Dawn Bowman, Annville
Daughter Mary V. "Gini" Marshall, Myerstown
9 grandchildren
1 great-grandchild
Preceded in death by:
1 Brother. 3 sisters, and a grandson.
Burial: WolfÕs Union Meeting House Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 1, 2000
Mary E. (nee Mattioli) Cortellini, age 79
b. Mar 21, 1921 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Nov 30, 2000 Lebanon PA
w/o late Joseph Cortellini
d/o late Mr & Mrs. Nicholas Mattioli
member, St. MaryÕs Church
Survivors:
Daughter Stephanie Cortellini, Lebanon
Son Angelo Vendetti, Lebanon
Step-daughter Diane Rumpl, Buffalo NY
Brother Louis Mattioli, Lebanon
Brother Edward Mattioli, Lebanon
Sister Esther Beaupre, Vermont
Granddaughter Marie Wampler
Granddaughter Michelle Vendetti
Granddaughter Renee Vendetti
11 great-grandchildren
several nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by:
Sisters Helen DiMagno, Julia Farling and Adeline Vernon
Brother Alfred Mattioli
Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N. Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 1, 2000
Curtis W. Peiffer, age 83
b. May 18, 1917 Bethel Township, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Nov 28, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
s/o late Martin & Sallie A. Peiffer.
Retired laborer from the former Manheim Asbestos Co., Manheim
Worshipped at Zion "GoshertÕs" United Church of Christ, Lebanon
US Navy veteran WW2
Member, Newmanstown & Mt. Zion fire companies
Member, VFW Post 23 and the American Legion Posts in Lebanon & Fredericksburg
Survivors:
Daughter Brenda, w/o John Hiott, Wyoming DE
A companion Dorothy Tarbet, Lebanon
2 grandchildren
burial: Zion "GoshertÕs" United Church of Christ, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 1, 2000
James B. Nelson, age 92
b. May 5, 1908 Halifax, Dauphin Co. PA
d. Nov 29, 2000 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
h/o Eva M. (nee Hughes) Nelson, with whom he celebrated 68 years on Nov 19, 2000.
S/o late James M. & Cora (nee Bowman) Nelson
Graduate, 1927 Palmyra H. S.
Graduate, Central Penn Business School
Retired from the Dept of Labor & Industry, Bureau of Employment Security, after 35 years.
Member, First United Methodist Church, Palmyra
Member, Patriotic Order of Sons of America.
Former treasurer, Palmyra Senior Citizens
Life member, CitizenÕs Fire Co., Palmyra
Survivors:
Daughter Eileen, w/o Clarence Fox, Palmyra
3 grandchildren
6 great-grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Sisters Mary Bicksler and Olive Gingrich
Brothers Ernest Nelson and Paul Nelson
Burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, N.Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 1, 2000
Edgar R. Barr, age 75
b. Mar 29, 1925 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Nov 29, 2000 Lebanon PA
h/o Mary E. (nee Demny) Barr
s/o late Russell & Emma (nee Patches) Barr.
Boiler inspector at Cleaverbrook, 20 years
Aircraft inspector for the government in Middletown for 20 years.
Member, Marine Corps League
Member, Lutheran Brotherhood
Member, Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Lebanon
Charter member, Rural Security & Glenn Lebanon fire companies.
Volunteer at Good Samaritan Hospital, w/ over 8,000 hours of service
Former Boy Scout commissioner
Milton Hershey Alumnus.
Survivors:
Daughter Jean M., w/o Preston L. Darkes, Lebanon
Son Edward R. Barr, Lebanon
Son Thomas M. Horner, Lebanon
Daughter Bonita J., fiancˇ of Mark Grumbine, Lebanon
Daughter Patricia A. Boudreaux, Boullard TX
Sister Gail Brackbill, Strasburg
8 grandchildren
several nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by:
Granddaughter Melanie Lynn Horner
Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E. Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 1, 2000
Annie Ruth (nee Bolden) Harris, age 59
b. Mar 15, 1941 Jackson, Mississippi
d. Nov 25, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o Lushion Harris of Albany NY
d/o late R. G. & Alice Bolden
former supervisor in the garment industry.
Survivors:
Son Donald Harris, Lebanon
Daughter Shenita, w/o Michael Allen, Lebanon
Son Timothy Harris, Philadelphia
Daughter Ruth Ann Harris, Camden NJ
Daughter Annie Lee Harris, Camden NJ
Brother Rev. Joshua Bolden, Camden NJ
Sister Ruby Ratliff, Camden NJ
Sister Lorraine Patton, Camden NJ
Sibling Sammy Bolden, Camden NJ
Sister Joyce Marie Bolden, Mississippi
Sister unknown, Mississippi
Sibling R. L. Bolden, Mississippi
Brother Junior C. Bolden, Mississippi
Brother Benjamin Bolden, Mississippi
Sister Shirley Cuff, Mississippi
Sister Vergie Pearl Bolden, Mississippi
Sister Mary Alice Bolden, Mississippi
12 grandchildren
Several great-grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Daughter Betty Joann Harrison
Sons Lushion and Ronald Harris
Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 1, 2000
George F. "Bud" Felty, age 78
b. Feb 18, 1922 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA
d. Nov 30, 2000 Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA
s/o late William E. "Willie" Felty and Sarah (nee Fox) Felty Leffler.
Carpenter and miner before retirement
U.S. Army Veteran of WW2.
Member, New Beginnings Four Square Gospel Church, Tremont
Member, Pine Grove VFW
Member, Fredericksburg American Legion.
Survivors:
Ex-wife??? Beatrice (nee Weller) Felty
Son Kenneth L. Felty Sr., Pine Grove
Son Jimmy L. Felty Sr., Pine Grove
Son George P. Felty, Tower City
Daughter Beatrice Trauaf, Myerstown
Daughter Sallie Wenrich, Fredericksburg
Daughter Mary Strouphauer, Jonestown
Daughter Brenda Shuman, Minersville
34 grandchildren
50 great-grandchildren
1 great-great-granddaughter
burial: Grand View Memorial Cemetery, N. Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 2, 2000
Martin F. "Marty" Rost Jr., age 72
b. date not provided Columbia, Lancaster Co. PA
d. Nov 30, 2000 Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA
h/o Jacqueline W. (nee Gibble) Rost, w/whom he celebrated 49 years on Monday, Nov 27, 2000.
S/o late Martin F. & Marion A. (nee Smith) Rost.
Attended St. PeterÕs Parochial school
Graduate, Columbia H. S.
Graduate, Thaddeus Stevens Trade School
Tool and die maker w/ K.D. Tool Co. for 20 years.
Manager and estimator for Micro Prcision Corp., Granite Run Park.
Navy Veteran of Korean War.
Active member of St. Leo the Great Catholic Church
Usher at the 7:30 a.m. Sunday Mass
Former Boy Scout leader
Member, Society of Manufacturing Engineers
Member, Knights of Columbus Council 867, Lancaster
Former member, American Legion Post in Columbia
Enjoyed traveling with his family.
Woodworking, especially furniture and crafts
"Marty Machine Shop", at the New Hands on House Museum located behind the Landis Valley
Museum, Lancaster, was named in his honor.
Survivors:
Son Marc J., h/o Sharon L. Rost, Landsdale
Son Jason D. Rost, Millersville
Brother Msg. George W. Rost, was the former longtime pastor of St. MaryÕs Catholic
Church, Lebanon.
2 grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Sisters Janet M. Rhoads and Alyse A. Griest
Burial: "Private Internment will be held for the family". Location not listed.
Dec 2, 2000
Elsie I. (nee Kreiser) Rhoad, age 97
b. Nov 11, 1903 Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 1, 2000 United Christian Church Home, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late Warren T. Rhoad, who died Jan 19, 1991.
D/o late Harry & Ida (nee Drews) Kreiser.
Member, Manada United Christian Church, E. Hanover Twp.
Youth teacher for many years.
Enjoyed gardening and crocheting.
Survivors:
Son Lloyd Rhoad, Grantville
Son Clinton Rhoad, Grantville
Son Mark Rhoad, Annville
Son Rev. Chester Rhoad, Jamestown TN
Son Kenneth Rhoad, Arkansas
Daughter Mildred Yoder, Manheim
Brother Luke Kreiser, California
Sister Victoria King, Grantville
Sister Amy DiStefano, Grantville
16 grandchildren
21 great-grandchildren
burial: Manada Hill United Christian Church Cemetery, E. Hanover Twp. Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 2, 2000
Verna E. (nee Buser) Hershey, age 87
b. Oct 6, 1913 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 1, 2000 Lebanon PA
w/o late Paul E. Hershey, who died in 1984.
D/o late William & Annie (nee Loraw) Buser
Member, Trinity United Church of Christ, Palmyra
Former member, WomenÕs Guild of the Church
Former member, Rotaryanns of Palmyra
Former Member, Order of the Eastern Star, Palmyra
Survivors:
Son James P. Hershey, Grantville
Daughter Patricia A. Williams, Lancaster
Daughter Kay A., w/o Harold Beine, Slinger, Wisconsin
Daughter Donna L., w/o Paul W. Spitler Jr., Grantville
Daughter Barbara L., w/o James W. Britting, Palmyra
Sister Marian Ginder, Reistville
7 grandchildren
11 great-grandchildren
1 great-great-grandson
burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 2, 2000
Betty (nee Ober) Edenfield, age 65
b. date not listed Lebanon Co. PA
d. Nov 28, 2000 Redding California
h/o Charles Edenfield
d/o late Helen R. Ober
Graduate, 1953 Fredericksburg H. S.
Last of her immediate family.
Burial: at the discretion of the family.
Dec 4, 2000
Robert "Whitie" Moll, age 73
b. May 17, 1927 Lebanon, Lebanon Co.
d. Dec 2, 2000 Lebanon PA
h/o late Dorothy (nee Binner) Moll
s/o late Oscar & Hilda (nee Reinhart) Moll
cement finisher, having worked for various companies on major interstate highways
in the Northeast.
Veteran of WW2, having served with the occupation forces in Europe during the Nuremberg trials.
Member, Jonestown American Legion.
Survivors:
Son Charles H., h/o Brenda Moll, Lebanon
Daughter Sandra L. Moll, Lebanon
Brother Oscar "Blackie" Moll Jr., Lebanon
Brother Lester "Babie" Moll, Lebanon
Sister Betty "Girlie" Zehring, Lebanon
Sister Shirley "Shirl" Moll, Womelsdorf
7 grandchildren
2 great-grandchildren
Several nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by:
Son Samuel Moll
Burial: Cedar Hill Cemetery, Fredericksburg, Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 4, 2000
Helen K. "Lenka" (nee Kotay) Heller, age 71
b. date not listed Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 2, 2000 Reading, Berks Co. PA
w/o Richard D. Heller
d/o late Zarko & Danica (Mirkov) Kotay.
31 year employee of bench hand for AT & T, retiring in 1992.
3 year volunteer for Smiles Program at Fleetwood Elementary School.
Life member, Lyons Fire Co.,
Member, Fleetwood Senior Citizens
Member, St. Paul Lutheran Church, Fleetwood
Graduate, 1947 Lebanon High School.
Survivors:
Daughter Brenda J. Brandt Boyer, Rome NY
Daughter Linda Brandt Beck, Maxatawny
Daughter Diane L. Brandt Uleau, Fleetwood
Daughter Sallie R. Heller Nagle, Shoemakersville
Brother Rodney Kotay, Lebanon
Brother Milevoy Kotay, Lebanon
Sister Pearl Moeschlin, Jonestown
Sister Dorothy Phillips, Kingwood TX
Sister Pauline Kotay, Reading
8 grandchildren
4 great-grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Brothers Donald Kotay and Victor Kotay
Burial: nothing is listed.
Dec 4, 2000
June E. (nee Miller) Estep, age 89
b. Jun 11, 1911 N. Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 2, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late John Estep.
D/o late Albert & Alice (nee Heilman) Miller.
She had lived on the 200 year old Miller farm in N. Annville Twp., all her life.
Graduate, 1929 Palmyra H. S.
BachelorÕs degree from Millersville State College.
Taught kindergarten in North Cornwall and in her home school in N. Annville.
Taught kindergarten in Northern Lebanon School District.
Member, Lebanon Co. Honor Society
Member, PA State Education Association
Member and assistant secretary of the Annville Senior Citizens
Life member, PA Education Association
Life member Lebanon County Retirees Association
Member, Hill Lutheran Church, Cleona, where she served as Sunday school teacher for over 60 years.
Leader of the childrenÕs group.
Served on church council
Sang in the church choir.
President of the Lutheran Church Women for many years.
"In Christian Endeavor, she was the first county president and served as Quiet Hour superintendent of
the county, district and state. She was a speaker in many Sunday schools and young peopleÕs groups.
She was a member of the WomenÕs Christian Temperance Union and served as superintendent of YTC"
Volunteer at Spang Crest Nursing Home in Lebanon
She had a stand at the Lebanon FarmerÕs Market for many years and was known as the Opera Fudge Lady.
Loved children , enjoyed music, serving Sunday dinners to her family and friends, and did much canning and freezing of food.
Survivors:
Daughter Jean, w/o Tim Erdman, Wernersville
Daughter Alice M., w/o Lester Richards, Camp Hill
Daughter Linda K., w/o Chris Cikovic, Lebanon
Daughter Martha J., w/o Harry Gamble, Lebanon
11 grandchildren
7 great-grandchildren
several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Preceded in death by:
Sisters Anna Sherk and Martha Tittle.
Burial: Hill Church Cemetery, Annville, Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 4, 2000
Christian S. Musser, age 74
b. date not listed Brecknock Township, Lancaster Co. PA
d. Dec 2, 2000 Lititz, Lancaster Co. PA
s/o late Isaac H. & Lena N. (nee Sauder) Musser.
Worked at Christian Aid Ministries in West Earl Twp.
Had attended Meadow Valley Mennonite Church, Ephrata Twp.
Survivors:
Brother David S., h/o Mildred (nee Senseig) Musser, New Holland
Brother Rufus S., h/o Esther (nee Zimmerman) Musser, Lititz
Brother Roman S., h/o Kathryn (Weaver) Musser, Lititz
Brother Isaac S., h/o Mary Jane (Zimmerman) Musser, Narvon
Sister Anna S. High, Denver
Sister Edna S., w/o James Martin, Lebanon
Sister Mary S., w/o Lloyd High, Lititz
Sister Esther S., w/o Lloyd Oberholtzer, Richland
Preceded in death by:
Brother John S. Musser
Sister Eva S. Oberholtzer
Burial: Meadow Valley Mennonite Church Cemetery, Ephrata, Lancaster Co. PA
Dec 4, 2000
Martha M. (nee Strack) Steckbeck, age 93
b. Apr 26, 1907 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 1, 2000 Lebanon PA
w/o late John H. Steckbeck.
D/o late John & Ashie (nee Meyer) Strack
Retired from Bannon Mills
Member, First Baptist Church, Lebanon
Survivors:
Daughter Naomi Stick, Lebanon
6 grandsons
12 great-grandchildren
1 great-great-grandchild
burial: Ebenezer "Covenent" Cemetery, N. Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 5, 2000
Mayanna (nee Martin) Nation, age 82
b. May 8, 1918 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 3, 2000 Governor Harris Homestead, Eaton, OH
w/o late Thomas Nation, who died in February 1987.
S/o late Joseph & Betha (nee Fertig) Martin
Member, First Christian Church, Springfield OH
Survivors:
Daughter Linda, w/o Gene McNew, New Paris OH
Daughter Joann, w/o Darryl Richards, West Alexandria, OH
Daughter Roberta, w/o Jerry Getter, Englewood, OH
Daughter Karen, w/o John Davis, Lewisburg OH
Son Joseph Nation, Brookville, OH
Son David Nation, Gratis OH
Sister Esther Wentling, Annville
Sister Lucille Shroyer, Palmyra
13 grandchildren
27 great-grandchildren
numerous nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by:
Son Timothy Nation, March 1949
Brother Roy Martin
Sister Orpha Meyer
Burial: Glen Haven Memorial Gardens near Springfield OH
Dec 5, 2000
James E. Condran, age 82
b. Mar 24, 1918 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 4, 2000 Lebanon PA
h/o late Mildred G. (nee Garman) Condran, who died Dec 21, 1991.
S/o late James T. & Edna P. (Lafferty) Condran
Self-employed salvage specialist in Lebanon
US Army veteran of WW2, where he had served w/ the 79th Division under Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower.
Member, Fridens Evangelical Lutheran Church, Myerstown
Member, Lebanon VFW Post 23
Member, Goodwill Fire Company in Myerstown
Member, Meyerstown Special Police
Survivors:
Sister Dorothy Seiders, Lebanon
Sister Mary J., w/o Roy Lutz, Lebanon
Number nieces and nephews.
Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 5, 2000
Galen "Pop" Krieger, age 90
b. date not listed Port Carbon, Schuylkill Co. PA
d. Dec 3, 2000 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o late Catherine (nee Hyland) Krieger, who died 1993.
S/o late Garfield & Olive (Krebs) Krieger.
Last employed as coal inspector for Reading Anthracite Co., St. Clair PA
U. S. Navy veteran of WW2
Member, Port Carbon American Legion
Member, Black Diamond Navy Club, Minerville
Member, Port Carbon Fish and Game Club
Member, National Guard
Member, Port Carbon Drum & Bugle Corps.
Member, National Rifle Association
Member, Elk Run Rest Club
Member, St. PaulÕs Lutheran Church, Port Carbon.
Chairman of the Heart Association.
Survivors:
Daughter Erma Caruso, Palmyra
Daughter Gale Patches, Palmyra
Daughter Patricia Barnes, Deaners Hill
Sister Delores Wagner, Pottsville
5 grandchildren
8 great-grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Brother Charles Krieger, in 1935
Grandson Galen Barnes in 1980.
Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E. Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 5, 2000
Woodrow H. Shearer Sr., age 84
b. Jun 13, 1916 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 3, 2000 New Bern NC
h/o late Mildred R. Shearer, who died Jun 27, 1989.
S/o late John Henry & Bessie (nee Dohner) Shearer.
Retired feed salesman w/former Midway Mills, Lebanon
Retired as a road construction assistant for PennDot
Member, Midway Church of the Brethren, Lebanon
Sang in the MenÕs Choir,
Member, Friendship Fire Company
Member, PA SheriffÕs Association.
Survivors:
Son Woodrow H. Shearer Jr., Lebanon
Son Robert Shearer, Annville
Son John Shearer, Sheldon, Wisconsin
Daughter Suzanne, w/o Ron Trievel of New Bern, NC
Sister Arlene Krall, Palmyra
Sister Verna Sanger, Harrisburg
12 grandchildren
6 great-grandchildren
number of nieces and nephews
burial: Midway Brethren Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 5, 2000
Margaret V. (nee Johnstone) Cuddy, age 80
b. Dec 29, 1919 Boston, Massachusetts
d. Dec 3, 2000 Hummelstown, Dauphin Co. PA
w/o late Harold J. Cuddy Sr..
d/olate William & Alice M. (Reidy) Johnstone
retired bookkeeper
Graduate of Weymouth H.S., Weymouth, Mass.
Roman Catholic faith.
Member, Smithfield Rhode Island American Legion Auxiliary
Enjoyed golfing and dancing.
Survivors:
Daughter Margaret Anne Weisel, Las Vegas NV
Son H. James Cuddy Jr., Hummelstown
Son Stephen R. Cuddy, Las Vegas NV
Son Mark D. Cuddy, Palmyra
Sister Carol Murphy, Rockland, Mss.
6 grandchildren
burial: Hershey Cemetery, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
Dec 5, 2000
Samuel J. Simpson, age 60
b. Jan 7, 1940 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 4, 2000 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
h/o Peggy L. (nee Sholly) Simpson
s/o late Samuel M. & Margaret (nee Ogurcak) Simpson
employee, Herr Industrial, Lebanon
Had been employee of former Cleaver-Brooks, Lebanon
4th degree member, Knights of Columbus
member, St. MaryÕs Church and a eucharistic minister
U.S.Air Force veteran.
Survivors:
Daughter Lee Ann, w/o Donald Knauff, Ephrata
Daughter Stephanie M. Yiengst, Atlanta GA
Daughter Jessica M., w/o John Ritchey, Collegeville
Sister Margaret Robrecht, Piney Point, MD
Sister Christina Odorisio, West Chester
Brother David Simpson, Lebanon
2 grandchildren
13 nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by:
Sister Anna Mae Casciotti
Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 6, 2000
Linda (nee Rudokas) Gasiunas, age 84
b. date not listed Lithuania
d. Dec 4, 2000 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late Kazys Gasiunas, who died Aug 11, 1993.
D/o late Mykolas & Bronislava (nee Stulpinas) Rudokas
Survivors:
Daughter Emma N. Sickman, w/whom she lived
Daughter Rita D. Hovemyr, York
Son Sarunas Gasiunas, Mouton, AL
5 grandchidren
3 great-grandhilcren
burial: conveniece of family, location not listed.
Dec 6, 2000
Benjamin J. Arndt, age 73
b. Nov 27, 1927 Richfield, Snyder Co. PA
d. Dec 4, 2000 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
h/o Pauline (nee Cope) Arndt
s/o late Thomas E. & Cleona (nee Woods) Arndt
retired advertising salesman for 8 years, Central PA
former salesman for ArndtÕs Ice Cream in Hershey for 27 years.
Member, Spring Creek Church of the Brethren, Hershey
Veteran.
Survivors:
Brother Bruce Arndt, Palmyra
Brother Samuel, h/o Carol Ann Arndt, Palmyra
Brother Harry, h/o Doris Arndt, Hershey
Brother Lester, h/o Sally Ann Arndt, Hershey
Sister Cleona, w/o Harry Witmer, Hershey
Preceded in death by:
Brothers Charles Arndt and Thomas Arndt
Sister Myrtle Bonawitz
Burial: Spring Creek Church of the Brethren, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
Dec 6, 2000
Glenn W. Mann, age 62
b. Jun 1, 1938 Oakvaile, WV
d. Dec 5, 2000 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
h/o Lois (nee Austin) Mann
s/o late Leonard & Lola Mann
worked in the pipe mill at Bethlehem Steel in Steelton for the past 25 years
Member, Local SteelworkerÕs Union, Harrisburg
Veteran.
Survivors:
Daughter Kimberly S., w/o Jonthan Kern, Mechanicsburg
Son G. Scott, h/o Debra Mann, Linglestown
Sister Nancy Elliott, Louisa KY
Sister Joyce Wall, Princeton KY
Granddau Jennifer Kern, Mechanicsburg
Granddau McKenzie Kern, Mechanicsburg
Granddau Caitlyn Mann, Linglestown
Preceded in death by:
Granddau Krystyn Mann, in 1998.
Burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, N.Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 6, 2000
Beatrice (nee Peffer) Schuler, age 93
b. Dec 22, 1906 Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co. PA
d. Dec 4, 2000 Lima, Delaware Co. PA
w/o late Harry J. Schuler
d/o late Landis H. & Cora (nee Lutz) Peffer
retired secretary from Provident Bank, Philadelpia
member, Abrams Community Church, King of Prussia
burial: KochenderferÕs Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 6, 2000
Lorraine I. (nee Bensinger) Berger, age ??
b. date not listed Tremont, Schuylkill Co. PA
d. Dec 4, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o Earl F. Berger
d/o late Francis & Mae (nee Kisinger) Bensinger.
Worshipped in the Lutheran faith.
Survivors:
She has children, but they are not listed!
Brother Harold Bensinger, Tower City
Brother Francis Bensinger, Lebanon
Sister Irene Lehman, Pine Grove
Sister Marlene Boltz, Pine Grove
Sister Dorothy Doran, Schuylkill Haven
Sister Rita Butler, New Cumberland
4 grandchildren
2 great-grandchildren
burial: "funeral services and interment will be held at the convenience of family". Location not
listed.
Dec 6, 2000
Samuel N. Ziegler, age 96
b. Jul 19, 1904 Limerick, PA
d. Dec 5, 2000 Manheim, Lancaster Co. PA
h/o late Bessie M. (nee Leininger) Ziegler, who died in 1988.
S/o late Levi C. & Sarah Hoffman Ziegler.
Plumber for many years in Lititz
Retired in 1968 as a custodian in the Warwick School District, Lancaster Co.
Member, Lititz Church of the Brethren, where he was custodian for many years and
A deacon for 30 years.
Enjoyed refinishing furniture and traveling.
Survivors:
Daughter Arlene, w/o Leon C. Crouse, Myerstown
Son Dr. Carlos R., h/o Betty Ziegler, West Chester
6 grandchildren
19 great-grandchildren
several nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by:
Grandson Larry Crouse, in 1971.
Burial: Heidelberg Church of the Brethren Cemetery, Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 7, 2000
Robert P. Sponenberg Sr., age 81
b. Jan 21, 1919 Strawberry Ridge, Montour Co. PA
d. Dec 5, 2000 Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co. PA
s/o late William & Blanche (nee Manning) Sponenberg
retired truck driver for the Fuller Co., Manheim
Army veteran of WW2, during which he received a Purple Heart, Good Conduct Medal,
Distinguished Unit Badge, European-African-Middle Eastern Š Service Medal with Bronze
Stars.
Survivors:
Daughter Eva Schick, Milton
Daughter Doris, w/o Edward Wolfe, Danville
Daughter Barbara Weaber, Hershey
Daughter Debra Sponenberg, Lebanon
Daughter Mary Lou, w/o Robert Meilly, Annville
Daughter Brenda, w/o Harvey Ballati, Palmyra
Son Robert P. Sponenberg Jr., Lebanon
Son Richard Sponenberg, Lebanon
Son John Sponenberg, Lawn
26 grandchildren
numerous great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Daughter Betty Jane Sponenberg
Sister Eva Charles
Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 7, 2000
George H. Kreiser, age 70
b. Jun 29, 1930 Jonestown, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 6, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o Shirley L. (nee Blair) Kreiser, w/whom he celebrated 44 years, Aug 18, 2000.
S/o late Harry A. & Pauline (nee Heberling) Kreiser
Worked fro Rhoads Sawmille in Grantville
Member, Jonestown American Legion
Member, Perseverance Fire Co.
Member, Shellsville VFW.
Survivors:
Son Barry L. Kreiser, Grantville
Son Randy L. Kreiser, Grantville
Daughter Brenda J., w/o Dennis Echternach, Fredericksburg
Daughter Bonnie S., w/o Dale Hollinger, Lebanon
Daughter Linda L., w/o Lynn Bachman, Leesport
Brother Richard, h/o Mary Kreiser, Jonestown
Brother Ronald, h/o Sandra Kreiser, Jonestown
Brother William Peiffer, Chicago IL
Sister Dorothy Fake, Lebanon
Sister Eva M. Fake, Jonestown
Sister Celeste, w/o Dennis Copenhaver, Annville
15 grandchildren
7 great-grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Sister Amy Kreiser
Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 7, 2000
Willie May (nee Kirk) Floyd, age 77
b. Apr 16, 1923 Erwin, Unicoi Co. TN
d. Dec 6, 2000 Campbelltown, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late M. L. Floyd
w/o late Teves T. Hensley
d/o late William & Rose May (nee Jones) Kirk
homemaker
attended East Hanover Church of God.
Survivors:
Daughter Rosa, w/o William Stumpf Sr., Lebanon
Step-dau Florence Martin, California
Sister Mildred Leonard, Antioch IL
Brother George Kirk, California
7 grandchildren
18 great-grandchildren
several nieces and nephews
burial: Belmont Memorial Park, Fresno, California
Dec 7, 2000
Esther G. (nee Gordon) Kuntz, age 83
b. Mar 17, 1917 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
d. Dec 5, 2000 Camp Hill, Cumberland Co. PA
w/o late Harold E. Kauntz Sr.
d/o late Davis S. & Delilah (nee Smith) Gordon
retired as an office clerk from Hershey Foods
Graduate of Hershey H. S.
Worshipped in Protestant faith.
Member, Chapter 402 Order of the Eastern Star in Palmyra
Member, Hershey Sojourners
Member, Hershey Oaks,
Member, Hershey Chapter 3466 AARP.
Member, Derry Twp. Mohler Senior Center, where she served as chairwoman of the Luncheon
Club
Survivors:
Son Harold E. Kautz Jr., Lemoyne
Sister Gertrude Yeagley, Hummelstown
2 grandchildren
a great-grandson
5 nephews.
Burial: Hershey Cemetery, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
Dec 7, 2000
Mary E. (nee Hoke) Dissinger, age 89
b. May 10, 1911 Quentin, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 6, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o Ogene F. Dissinger, to whom she was married 63 years in Jun 2000.
D/o late Oliver & Mary (nee Mentzer) Hoke.
Retired factory worker and housewife.
Member, Quentin United Church of Christ
Member, Quentin Lioness Club
Member, Quentin Fire Co., Auxiliary.
Survivors:
Daughter Lavonne D., w/o William A. Hoefling III, Cornwall
Sister Emma Carpenter, Quentin
Grandson William A. Hoefling IV, Harrisburg
Number of nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by:
Brothers Oliver Hoke, George Hoke, and Lincoln Hoke
Sisters Helen Kunkel and Amanda Hauck, who died Jul 25, 1996.
Dec 7, 2000
Francis E. Fontenoy, age 85
b. date not listed Karthaus
d. Dec 5, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o Gladys Fontenoy
s/o late Charles & May (nee Rougeux) Fontenoy
retired as a contract adminstrator for the federal government
member, The Church of the Holy Spirit, Palmyra
member, American Legion Post 72, Palmyra
survivors:
Daughter Kay Fontenoy, Palmyra
Daugter Ann Seelye, York
Brother Charles Fontenoy, Clearfield
Brother Willard Fontenoy, Clearfield
Two grandsons
Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 8, 2000
Samuel J. Simpson, age 60
b. Jan 7, 1940 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 4, 2000 Herhsey, Dauphin Co. PA
h/o Peggy L. (nee Sholly) Simpson.
S/o late Samuel M. & Margaret (Ogurcak) Simpson
Employee of Herr Industrial, Lebanon
Had been an employee of the former Clever-Brooks, Lebanon
4gh degree member, Knights of Columbus
member, St. MaryÕs Church
Also a eucharistic minister
U. S. Air Force veteran
Survivors:
Daughter Lee Ann, w/o Donald Knauss, Ephrata
Daughter Stephanie M. Yiengst, Atlanta GA
Daughter Jessica M., w/o John Ritchey, Collegeville
Sister Margaret Robrecht, Pine Point, MD
Sister Christina Odorisio, West Chester
Brother David Simpson, Lebanon
Granddaughter Chelsea Knauss
Grandson Joshua Knauss
13 nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by:
Sister Anna Mae Casciotti
Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 8, 2000
Kathleen J. (nee Stevenson) Ward, age 59
b. Nov 9, 1941 Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA
d. Dec 7, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o Jean (nee Goss) Stevenson & the late LaRue L. Stevenson
1959 Graduate of Pine Grove H. S.
Attended college in Colorado and California earning a masterÕs degree in Psychology.
Employed as a social worker for Children & Youth in Schuylkill Co.
She was in the Peace Corps and Habitat for Humanity and had been in Africa twice.
U. S. Navy veteran, having attended Hospital Corp. School Class.
She had served in the U. S. Naval Hospital in Portsmouth VA
Survivors:
Son Timothy Duncan, New Tripoli
Son Michael Koehler, Pine Grove
Daughter Laura Hetrick, Pine Grove
Sister Holly Berresford, Lebanon
Sister Jan Condran , Lebanon
Sister Debra Miller, Deer Lake
Brother Curt Stevenson, Shartlesville
Brother Bryn L. Stevenson Sr., Myerstown
Brother Scott Stevenson, Orwigsburg
5 grandchildren
several nieces and nephews
burial: St. JohnÕs Lutheran Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA
Dec 8, 2000
Esther S. (nee Omelchenko) Jennetti, age 76
b. Apr 27, 1924 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 6, 2000 Lebanon PA
w/o late Anthony L. Jennetti
d/o late Gabriel & Mary (nee Nemcheck) Omelchenko
retired from the Lebanon Daily News, where she had worked in the circulation dept
and was a seamstress for many years at the former HaakÕs Dept Store.
Member, St. LukeÕs Episcopal Church, Lebanon
Survivors:
Son Anthony G., h/o Mary Jane Jennetti, Sunnyvale, CA
Daughter Alison J., w/o Larry Sheaf, Lebanon
Sister Katie, w/o Herman Faiola Sr., Lebanon
Sister Anna Zaremba, Lebanon
Sister Stella Kary, Montreal, Canada
Granddau Theresa G. Jennetti, Mansfield OH
Several nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by:
Brother Walter Omelchenko
Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 8, 2000
George Peric, age 79
b. Oct 21, 1921 Grantville, Dauphin Co. PA
d. Dec 6, 2000 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA
h/o Beatrice G. (nee Miller) Peric, to whom he was married 52 years.
S/o late Moses & Marie (nee Zenar) Peric.
Retired mechanic from Hershey Chocolate Corp. w/ 43 years of service.
U. S. Army veteran of WW2
Member, Chocolate WorkersÕ Union Local 464
Member, East Hanover Church of God, E. Hanover Twp., where he was past council
President and Sunday school superintendent
Enjoyed woodworking, especially making miniture furniture and watching Hershey Bears Youth
Hockey.
Survivors:
Daughter Bernice G. Miller, Elizabethtown
Son Kenneth J. Peric, Grantville
Son Gerald G. Peric, Palmyra
Sister Mary Ollar, Jonestown
3 grandchildren
burial: Grantville Cemetery, E. Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 9, 2000
Kathryn K. (nee Kreamer) Rice, age 88
b. Aug 9, 1912 Berwick, Lancaster Co. PA
d. Dec 7, 2000 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o Earl S. Rice, w/whom she would have celebrated 64 years, in January 2001.
D/o late William E. & Sarah S. (nee Confair) Kreamer.
Registered nurse
Employed by Good Samaritan Hospital.
Employed by Dr. J. DeWolf Silberman, Annville.
Member, St. Mark Lutheran Church, Annville
Member, Good Samaritan Hospital Auxiliary
Member, Good Samaritan Hospital Alumni Association.
Graduate, 1930 Annville H. S.
Graduate, 1933 Good Samaritan Hospital School of Nursing.
Survivors:
Son Larry K. Rice, Lebanon
Daughter Linda K., w/o Kenneth L. Herr, North Annville
Daughter Lois, w/o Harold W. Kreiser, Cornwall
Brother Robert E. Kreamer, Annville
Brother Paul E. Kreamer, Annville
Sister Dorothy E. Wendel, Annville
12 grandchildren
20 great-grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Sisters Helen Richardson and Mary I. Friel.
Burial: Mt. Annville Cemetery, N. Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 9, 2000
Morgan Ashley Yiengst, age infant daughter
b. Dec 7, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 7, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d/o Joseph Yiengst and Christine Gettle
survivors:
Sister Asia Gettle, Jonestown
Paternal
Grandmother Theresa Kennedy, Jonestown
Paternal
Great-Grandmother Alice May, Lebanon
Maternal
Grandmother Cheryl Yantz, Lebanon
Maternal
Great-grandmother Patricia Yantz, Lebanon
Maternal Foster
Parents Roy and Carolyn Zimmerman, Myerstown
Several aunts and uncles
Burial: Myerstown Mennonite Church Cemetery, Myerstown, Lebanon Co.PA
Dec 9, 2000
Antonio Gonzalez, age 59
b. Aug 12, 1941 San Sebastian, Puerto Rico
d. Dec 7, 2000 Camp Hill, Cumberland Co. PA
s/o late Ezekiel Gonazlez-Santiago and Laura Aquino Gonzalez.
Production worker.
Survivors:
Son Enrique A. Gonzalez, Puerto Rico
Son Anthony Gonzalez, Lebanon
Son Andy Gonzalez, Lebanon
Daughter Soraya Gonzalez, Lebanon
Granddaughter Gabriella Megan Gonzalez
Grandson Robert A. Valdes Jr.
Granddaughter Meren Gonzaelz
Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 9, 2000
Pearl D. (nee Snyder) Donmoyer, age 81
b. Oct 11, 1919 Forneydale, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 7, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late Harold E. Donmoyer
d/o late Charles & Lillian (nee Hicks) Snyder
Survivors:
Daughter Donna L., w/o Larry L. Lerch, Schaefferstown
Daughter Bonnie L., w/o Daniel L. Wilkins, Newmanstown
Daughter Doris, w/o Aaron Sholley, Lebanon
Son Donald, h/o Ann Reed, Lebanon
Son Nelson, h/o Mary Reed, Lawton, Okalahoma
11 grandchildren
16 great-grandchildren
2 great-great grandchildren
sister Nancy Snyder, Lebanon
a niece and
two nephes.
Burial: Cedar Hill Cemetery, Fredericksburg, Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 9, 2000
Katharine D. (Mengel) Miller, age
b. date not listed Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 8, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late Glen M. Miller
d/o late Charles W. & Lizzie May (nee Shaak) Mengel
life member, Episcopal church.
Accomplished vocalist, having studies under Esther Kendig Rhoads, Lancaster
With Professor Alexander Crawford at Lebanon Valley College, Annville
Soloist at churches throughout the Lebanon and Harrisburg areas.
Served as choir mistress in St. LukeÕs Episcopal Church, Mechanicsburg, for many years.
Survivors:
Sister Grayce E. Mengel, Myerstown
Sister Helyn E., w/o Robert L. Granoff, Collegeville
A nephew.
Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 9, 2000
Harold F. "Haps" Werner, age 72
b. Feb 19, 1928 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 8, 2000 Reading, Berks Co. PA
h/o Lois A. (nee Klein) Werner, w/whom he celebrated 38 years, October 20, 2000.
S/o late Lester & Grace (Fisher) Werner
Layout inspector for Quaker Alloy, Myerstown, 32 years. Retired 1990.
Avid golfer and enjoyed following Elco H. S. Basketball
Graduate, 1946 Myerstown H. S.
Survivors:
Daughter Beth A., w/o George Lesher Jr., Virginia Beach VA
Son Bryan, h/o Tracey Werner, Weston FL
2 grandchildren
a aunt,
a niece
a nephew.
Burial: St. JohnÕs United Church of Christ Cemtery, Mt. Aetna, PA
Dec 10, 2000
Marie P. (nee Pence) Hartman, age 91
b. May 1, 1909 Rockingham County, Virginia
d. Dec 9, 2000 United Christian Church Home, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
w/o Russell W. Hartman, of 68 years.
d/o late Joseph & Fannie (nee Showalter) Pence
homemaker
former elementary school teacher
member, Palmyra Church of the Brethren.
Graduate, Bridgewater High School, Bridgewater, VA
Graduate, Madison Normal School in Harrisonburg VA
Survivors:
Son Joseph W., h/o Sally Hartman, Lebanon
Son Fred R., h/o Rosemary Hartman, Palmyra
4 grandchildren
a great-granddaughter
burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 10, 2000
Nickolas Russell Light, age 14
b. May 15, 1986 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 5, 2000 Minneapolis, Minnesota
"complications from a cord blood transplant"
s/o Dale D. & Terris L. (nee Lewis) Light.
9th grade student Northern Lebanon H. s.
Attended Fairland Brethren in Christ Church, Cleona
Enjoyed hunting, fishing, cars and motor sports.
Survivors:
Brother Jed D. Light, stationed w/ the US Marines on Parris Island SC
Sister Courtney L. Light, Lebanon
Paternal
Grandparents Daniel B. & Margaret (Hanley) Light, Lebanon
Daniel H. & Janice (Hollinger) Light, Ono.
Maternal Grandfather Russell Lewis, Lebanon
Maternal Grandparents Jack & Betty (Leunk) Martin, Medina OH
Several aunts, uncles and cousins.
Burial: KochenderferÕs Cemetery, N. Lebanon twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 10, 2000
Lester H. Bennetch, age 85
b. Jun 5, 1919 Sheridan, PA
d. Dec 9, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o late Dorothy M. (nee Bomberger) Bennetch
s/o late John & Emma (nee Snyder) Bennetch
Retired 1980, Met-Ed as a heavy equipment operator.
Attended Lebanon GodÕs Missionary Church
Survivors:
Son Marlin L., h/o Karen Bennetch, Birmingham AL
Daughter Jean D., w/o Robert Grover, Lebanon
A granddaughter
Sister Emma Meyer, Hershey
Sister Betty Gilmor, Campbelltown
Sister Edna Graybill, Palmyra
Sister Mildred Thierwechter, Fredericksburg
Preceded in death by:
Brothers Henry Bennetch, Miles Bennetch, David Bennetch and John Bennetch
Sisters Margaret Graybill, Laura Ludwig, Catherine Etechberger, Anna May Bennetch,
Mary Bennetch and Mathra Bennetch.
Burial: Iona Cemetery, South Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 10, 2000
Henry L. Schmidt, age 84
b. Aug 15, 1916 Shawano, Wisconsin
d. Dec 8, 2000 Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o late Arlene H. (nee Boyd) Schmidt, who died in 1998.
S/o late Henry R. & Jessie M. (nee Huntoon) Schmidt
School supplies manager for American Seating Co., Syracuse NY
U.S. Navy veteran of WW2.
Survivors:
Son William J., h/o Elaine Baird, Indianapolis IN
Sister Jean Lorenz, Chula Vista CA
Two grandsons
Four great-grandchildren
Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 11, 2000
James A. Gettle Sr., age 54
b. Oct 15, 1946 Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 10, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o Mary A. (nee Gustager) Gettle
s/o late June Aungst & the late Adam B. Gettle
maintenance man at RednerÕs Warehouse Markets.
U.S. Army in Korea
Member, St. PaulÕs United Church of Christ, Hamlin
Member, Myerstown VFW Post 6076
Member, Lebanon VFW Post 23 Firing Squad.
Avid hunter.
Survivors:
Son John Wayne Gettle, Myerstown
Son James A., h/o Angie Gettle, Myerstown
Step-son Brian Miller, Lancaster
Step-son Bradley Miller, Quentin
Sister Bertha Young, Jonestown
Sister Kathleen, w/o John Trout, Mt. Aetna
Brother Calvin Gettle, Ono
Brother David Gettle, Myerstown
Brother Dennis Gettle, Myerstown
Brother Larry Gettle, Lebanon
Brother Donald Gettle, Schaefferstown
Brother Dale Gettle, Deer Park MD
4 grandchildren
several nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by:
Brothers Adam Gettle Jr. and Kenneth R. Gettle
Sisters Donna and Lena Gettle
Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 11, 2000
Lester H. Bennetch, age 85
b. Jun 5, 1915 Sheridan, PA
d. Dec 9, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o late Dorothy M. (nee Bomberger) Bennetch
s/o late John & Emma (nee Snyder) Bennetch.
Retired from Met-Ed in 1980 as a heavy equipment operator
Attended GodÕs Missionary Church, Lebanon
Survivors:
Son Marlin L., h/o Karen Bennetch, Birmingham, Alambama
Daughter Jean D., w/o Robert Grover, Lebanon
Granddaughter Brittany Bennetch
Sister Emma Meyere, Hershey
Sister Betty Gilmore, Campbelltown
Sister Edna Graybill, Palmyra
Sister Mildred Thierwechter, Fredericksburg
Preceded in death by:
Brothers Henry, Miles, David and John Bennetch
Sisters Margaret Graybill, Laura Ludwig, Catherine Etchberger, Anna Mary Bennetch,
Mary Bennetch and Martha Bennetch.
Burial: Iona Cemetery, South Lebanon Township, Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 11, 2000
Ora M. (nee Swecker) Herron, age 95
b. Apr 20, 1905 Huttonsville WV
d. Dec 9, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late Ray Tacy
w/o late Clarence Herron
d/o late Holt Samuel & Lucy (nee Kittle) Swecker)
Her last employment was a house mother at West Virginia Wesleyan College, Buckhannon WV
Survivors:
Daughter Dolores Jeanne Russell, Lebanon
Daughter Dixie Rhine, Arlington VA
Two brothers
Three sisters
13 grandchildren
numerous great-grandchildren
numerous great-great grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Son Samuel L. Tacy
Burial: Brick Church Cemetery, Huttonsville WV
Dec 11, 2000
Ray G. Whitman, age 75
b. Jan 12, 1925 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 10, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o Goldie B. (nee Ritchie) Whitman, who died in 1989.
S/o late Edwin F. & Katie (nee Yeagley) Whitman
Member, Lebanon Valley Bible Church
Survivors:
Son Aaron B., h/o Linda Whitman, Ono
Daughter Sharon, w/o Joseph Arnold Jr., Lebanon
Brother Paul Whitman, Lititz
six grandchildren
two great-grandchildren
burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 11, 2000
Rosaleen M. (nee Drew) Glynn, age not listed
b. date not listed Dublin, Ireland
d. Dec 9, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d/o late Christopher & Frances (nee Wood) Drew
employee of Hershey Lodge & Convention Center
member, St. MaryÕs Church.
Survivors:
Daughter Jacqueline M. Glynn, Reading
Son Desmond P. Glynn, Lebanon
Son Kevin S., Glynn, Lebanon
Son Alana C., h/o Diana Glynn, Seaford New York
Sister Ann Drew, Liverpool, England
Sister Louise Holahan, Canada
Sister Frances Fitzgerald, Rhode Island
Sister Mary Kursbach, Rhode Island
Sister Imelda Drew, Dublin, Ireland
Brother Christopher Drew, Dublin, Ireland
Granddaughter Emma Glynn
Grandson Jarrod Coleman
Several nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by:
Sister Margaret Drew
Burial: "internment will be at the convenience of family", location not listed.
Dec 11, 2000
Catherine A. (nee Spotts) Gruber, age 87
b. Jul 14, 1913 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 9, 2000 Lebanon, PA
w/o late Leroy C. Gruber, who died Feb 4, 1960
d/o late Levi F. & Sarah Anne (nee Kilmoyer) Spotts
line operator at Sterling Drugs
member, Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Lebanon
life member, Lebanon Senior Center
survivors:
brother John Spotts, Lebanon
sister Pauline Stecher, Cornwall Manor
sister Jayne Kiner, Bellair Bluff, Florida
two uncles
several nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by:
Sisters Alma Spotts, Betty Lou Shay, Carrie Bickhart and Aldeene Hardenstine
Brothers Donald and Franklin Spotts.
Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N. Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 11, 2000
George B. Thiel, age 82
b. mar 18, 1918 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 10, 2000 Lebanon PA
h/o late Dorothy (nee Furlow) Thiel
s/o late Edward Thiel.
Retired self-employed painter and paper hanger.
Member, St. JohnÕs United Methodist Church, Lebanon
U.S.Navy veteran, WW2.
Survivors:
Daughter Patricia A., w/o Russell Ream, Lebanon
Brother John Thiel, New Jersey
Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 11, 2000
Thelma M. (nee Kalbach Schaeffer) Hartman, age 86
b. May 20, 1914 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 10, 2000 Brethren Home, Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late Hencil W. Hartman, who died in 1989.
D/o late Howard Kalbach & Lottie Fox Kalbach Schaeffer.
Former employee in the knock-out department of Hershey Foods.
Member, Annville Church of the Brethren and the Loyal Bible Class.
Survivors:
Son Robert Hartman, Fredericksburg
Son James Hartman, Lebanon
Son Michael Hartman, Lebanon
Daughter Janet, w/o Frederick Gun, Annville
Daughter Carol, w/o Roy Kreider, Cleona
12 grandchildren
20 great-grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Brother Charles Kalbach
Sister Emma Bianco
Burial: South Annville Cemetery, South Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 11, 2000
Lloyd E. Purcell, age 61
b. Feb 26, 1939 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 8, 2000 Reading, Berks Co. PA
h/o Betty J. (nee Grant) Purcell
s/o Lillian (nee Wagner) Purcell Bruder, Viriginia & the late Lloyd E. Purcell Sr.
employed by the Reading Hospital in the engineering department as supervisor of the paint
shop.
Survivors:
Son Jeffrey A., h/o Teresa Purcell, Stevens
Son Randall L. Purcell, Rehrersburg
Daughter Lisa, w/o Mark Gingliano, Bethel
Sister Renee, w/o Scott Brubaker, Yorktown VA
Sister Michelle, w/o Clayton Page, Yorktown VA
Sister Patricia Garreson, Yorktown VA
6 grandchildren
burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 11, 2000
John A. Teslow, age not listed
b. date not listed Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 10, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o Angie E. (nee Andreozzi) Teslow
s/o late Andrew & Mary (nee Komea) Teslow
retired employee of the former Bethlehem Steel Cornwall Mines
member, Association of the Fraternal Order of Police
member, Fraternal Order of Eagles and St. Cecilia Church
Survivors:
Several nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by:
Brothers George and Frank Teslow
Sisters Mary Shaeffer and Ann Bencic
Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
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Dec 12, 2000
Diane Susan Heath, age 31
b. date not listed Cheltenham, PA
d. Dec 10, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d/o Jeanette & Wilson Heath, Warminister
Graduate, William Tennent H. S., Warminster
Graduate, Millersville University and was completing her masterÕs program in library science.
Supervisor of the librarians for the Harrisburg School District.
Before that, she was a substitute librarian at Round Meadow Elementary School in Upper
Moreland and the orchestra librarian for the Warminster Symphony Society.
Survivors:
Sister Kristine, w/o Michael Rinker, Willow Grove
Brother Russell, h/o Theresa Heath, Warminster
Paternal
Grandmother Florence M. Heath
Two nieces.
Her fiancˇ, Donald Maurer, Lebanon
Burial: Whitemarsh Memorial Park Cemetery0
Dec 12, 2000
Gladys B. (nee Jernberg) Botz, age 79
b. date not listed Water Valley, Mississippi
d. Dec 10, 2000 Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA
w/o late Retired Col. Warren G. Botz, to whom she was married 56 years June 3, 2000.
D/o late Delmar & Pearl (nee Ragland) Jernberg
Graduate, Little Rock High School
Attended Memphis Business College.
Homemaker
Had worked as a salesclerk for Sears in both Lebanon & Lancaster.
Survivors:
Son Gen. Ronald I., h/o Lynne Botz, Springfield IL
Son Roderick I., h/o Linda Botz, Lansdale
Daughter Sally B., w/o Walter H. Brubaker III, Lebanon
Daughter Valerie A., w/o James E. Coxey, Lancaster
6 grandchildren
3 great-grandchildren
burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 12, 2000
Eva S. (nee Scipioni) Plebani, age 85
b. Sep 24, 1915 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 10, 2000 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
w/o late Corinto "Warren" Plebani
d/o late Luzio & Pasquarosa (nee DeLuca) Scipioni
homemaker
member, St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, Hershey
member, Areba Club
survivors:
Son John W. Plebani, Washington D.C.
Brother Sylvio Scipioni, Myerstown
Brother Louis Scipioni, Myerstown
Sister Filomina Anspach, Lebanon
Sister Gloria Ebling, Myerstown
3 grandsons
burial: Hershey Cemetery, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
Dec 12, 2000
Joseph M. Gingrich, age 37
b. Apr 14, 1963 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
d. Dec 8, 2000 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o Leslie (nee Shatz) Gingrich
s/o Dennis H. & Sara (nee Bair) Berkhimer, Palmyra
worked at the Power Logistics Plant in Palmyra, in quality assurance department for several
months.
Formerly worked for Roadway Express Trucking and Cumberland Valley Motors
Graduate, 1982, Palmyra H. S.
U. S. Marine Veteran
Avid NASCAR fan
Avid Miami Dolphin fan, and sports fan in general.
Survivors:
Daughter Breana Gingrich, Palmyra
Daughter Jessica Gingirch, Palmyra
Daughter Jenna Mae Ginrich, Palmyra
Son Joseph Gingrich IV, Palmyra
Step-son Brandon Silex, Palmyra
Brother Allen Berkhimer, Palmyra
Brother Steven Gingrich, Palmyra
Nieces
Burial: No location is listed.
Dec 12, 2000
Nancy J. (nee Bradley) Lutz, age 61
b. Nov 4, 1939 Bellefonte, Centre Co. PA
d. Dec 10, 2000 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
w/o Robert A. Lutz Sr.
d/o late Blair C. & Eleanor (nee Powers) Bradley
Avon Representative for 17 years
Worshipped in the Protestant faith.
Survivors:
Daughter Shannon, w/o David Englehart, New York
Daughter Naomi Lutz, Philadelphia
Daughter Kim, w/o Thomas Gasparatz, Palmyra
Daughter Jill, w/o Eric shaver, Dover
Son Robert A. Lutz, Jr., Philadelphia
Son Kurt A. Wenrick, Grantville
Brother James Bradley, York
Sister Geraldine, w/o Jerry Carra, Grayson KY
Sister Barbara, w/o Kenneth Noll, Dover
Sister Kathleen, w/o John Shawyer, Gaithersburg MD
11 grandchildren
nieces and nephews
burial: location is not listed.
Dec 12, 2000
Frank F. Yeager Sr., age 77
b. Nov 3, 1923 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA
d. Dec 11, 2000 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o late Betty (nee Winterbottom) Yeager, who died in 1996.
S/o late Frank F. Sr. & Gladys (nee Sherwin) Yeager.
Vice president of quality control for the former Lebanon Valley Offset Co, Annville, retired in 1985.
Prisoner of war during WW2
Royal Canadian Air force veteran of WW2, serving as a tail gunner.
Graduate, 1941, William Penn High School
Attended Lebanon Valley College.
Served as chairman of South Annville Township supervisors for 27 years.
Member and past, chairman of the sheet-fed offset committee of the Technical Association of the
Pulp and Paper Industry.
Member, past education chairman of the Susquehanna Litho Club.
Member, of the color committee of the Technical Association of the Graphic Arts
Member, research committee of the Graphic Arts Foundation
Member, Lebanon Co. Vo-Tech School Graphic Arts Adivsory Council.
Survivors:
Son Frank F., h/o Carol Yeager, Lebanon
Daughter Valerie, w/o Dr. Bert Hutchinson, Columbia SC
Daughter Jody, w/o Barry Brown, Landenberg
Companion LÕetoile MacKinnon, Halifax, Nova Scotia
7 grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Brother George Yeager.
Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 12, 2000
George M. Lyons, age 57
b. Jun 21, 1943 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA
d. Dec 11, 2000 West Hanover Twp., Dauphin Co. PA
h/o Judy Lyons
s/o Dorothy (nee Bennetch) Lyons and the late Thomas Lyons
retired clerk from the U. S. Postal Services
U.S.Army veteran of the Vietnam War.
Enjoyed fishing.
Survivors:
Daughter Dana Kusen, Fredericksburg, VA
Daughter Candy Lyons, Harrisburg
Daughter Angel Roland, Washington
Son Stefan Morin, Harrisburg
Brother Thomas Lyons, Poconos
Brother Donald Lyons, Palmyra
Sister Doris Thomas, Danville VA
4 grandchildren
burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 12, 2000
Edith H. (nee Hawkins) Sager, age 84
b. Nov 8, 1916 Beaudette, Minnesota
d. Dec 11, 2000 Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA
w/o late Joseph Sager, who died Sep 23, 1996.
D/o late Lawrence & Sallie (nee Herber) Hawkins
Graduate, 1934, Pine Grove H. S.
Had been employed in personnel at the former Fox-Knapp Mfg., Pine Grove
Member. St. PeterÕs United Church of Christ in Pine Grove
Member, Pine Grove Senior Citizens
Member, Schuylkill Haven Senior Citizens
Member, WomenÕs bowling Association
Member, Pine Grove American Legion Auxiliary
Member, Mary E. Moore Chapter 372 Order of the Eastern Star, Pine Grove
Survivors:
Sister Bertha DeMent, Chester
Sister Pearl Enright, Danville
Nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by:
Sisters Annie Reading and Marion Harding
Brothers Daniel Hawkins, Charles Hawkins, Robert Hawkins, Winfield Hawkins
Paul H. Hawkins and Edward Hawkins
Burial: JacobÕs Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA
Dec 12, 2000
Samuel X. Santangelo, age 98
b. date not listed Shenandoah, PA
d. Dec 8, 2000 Chesterfield, Missouri
h/o late Julia A. Santangelo
s/o late Michael & Carmella (nee Pasquarella) Santangelo
Lived in Lebanon 1952 Š 1990.
Self-employed as a barber
4th degree member, Knights of Columbus
Survivors:
Daughter Rita Schmitt, Ellisville, Missiouri
Grandson Anthony
Granddaughter Angela
Grandson Andrew
Granddaughter Anita
5 great grandchildren
burial: Holy Cross Cemetery (city and state are not listed).
Dec 12, 2000
Paul E. "Bixler" Matthew, age 95
b. Mar 9, 1905 Newmanstown, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 10, 2000 Lititiz, Lancaster Co. PA
h/o late Marion (nee Adams) Matthew
s/o late Eli S. & Sarah (nee Weiss) Matthew
employed as a carpenter and also worked for the railroad.
Formerly attended St. PaulÕs United Church of Christ, Millbach
WW2 veteran.
Survivors:
Daughter Doris Rader, Lancaster
Sister Lillian M. Randler, Denver PA
Brother Emlin Matthew, Newmanstown
3 grandchildren
3 great-grandchildren
2 step-grandchildren
2 step great-grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
7 sisters
burial: Millbach Cemetery, Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 12, 2000
Joan D. (nee Reightler) Stoudt, age 53
b. Feb 17, 1947 Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA
d. Dec 10, 2000 Danville, PA
w/o Robert L. Stoudt, to whom she was married 10 years.
D/o late Robert & Helen (nee Geist) Reightler.
Graduate, 1935 Tremont H. S.
Vice president of Pine Grove Cheerleading Boosters
Member, St. PaulÕs Evangelistic Congregational Church, Pine Grove.
Survivors:
Son Faron Schlegel, Pine Grove
Daughter Ashley Stoudt, Pine Grove
Two step-children
Sister Lisa Stine, Newtown
Sister Lori Kimmel, Donaldson
Sister Cheryl Humma, Schuylkill Haven
Sister Mary Harner, Valley View
Sister Cindy MacDuff, Lake Wynonah
Brother Robert "Butch" Reightler, Pine Grove
Brother William Reightler, Pine Grove
Brother Terry Teightler, Pine Grove
Brother Dennis "Scott" Reightler, Tremont
Brother David Reightler, Tremont
Brother Keith Reightler, Tremont
4 grandchildren
nieces and nephews
burial: St. PeterÕs Lutheran Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA
Dec 12, 2000
Wheeler Gilmore Jr., age 79
b. Apr 3, 1921 Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co. PA
d. Dec 10, 2000 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o Ethel H. (nee Henderson) Gilmore, to whom he was married 43 years on Feb 2, 2000.
S/o late Wheeler Sr. & Edith (nee Thompson) Gilmore.
Mechanical engineer for United Engineers and UGI, both in Philadelphia
Philadelphia Gas Works
American Water Works Service Co., Evesham NJ
Retired in 1986 from Gilberts/PSC of Bryn Mawr.
He was an engineer for 40 years.
Active member, Zion United Methodist Church, Myerstown
Graduate, 1939; Upper Darby H. S.
Graduate, 1943; Lehigh University; where he received a degree in mechanical engineering.
Served U.S.Navy during WW2.
Served on the founding board of Habitat for Humanity in Berks Co. for many years.
Avid woodworker and enjoyed working on cars.
Survivors:
Daughter Elaine, w/o Thomas Mitchell, Soffield, CT
Son Paul, h/o Mary Ann Gilmore, Coatesville
Son Philip, h/o Debra Gilmore, New Freedom
Son Michael Gilmore, York
Sister Jean, w/o Robert Curtis, Pittsburgh
Brother Roger, h/o Betty Gilmore, Portland Maine
8 grandchildren
6 great-grandchildren
several nieces and nephews
burial: "interment will be at the convenience of family" Š not listed.
Dec 13, 2000
Sheldon J. Shale, age 86
b. Aug 29, 1914 Burgoon, OH
d. Dec 9, 2000 Northampton, PA
h/o late Ruth (Francis) Shale, who died Sep 21, 2000.
S/o late Amandus U. & Bertha J. (nee Halter) Shale
"Vice president of mining at the Bethlehem Steel Corp.
Was employed at the steel plant for 43 years before retiring in 1979.
In 1936, he was assigned to the Cornwall Mines, where he became general foreman, assistant
superintendent and superintendent.
He was appointed manager of the Cornwall Mines and Lebanon Concentrator in 1946, and in 1951
was given the added responsibility of the new Morgantown Division (Grace Mines) as well as the
new Marmora Mine in Ontario. From 1951 to 1962 he served as manager of the Cornwall and Lebanon
divisions and manager of the Bethlehem Mines corp. and Maramoraton Mining Co. Ltd., of Canada.
Member, Cornwall Lebanon Joint School Board 1947 Š 1963
Served as president of the Cornwall School Board from 1954 to 1963
Director and vice president of the Lebanon Co. School Board from 1950 to 1963.
Member, Good Samaritan Hospital Board 1947 to 1963
Served as president from 1960 Š 1962
Member and trustee of Methodist Church Home at Cornwall from 1959 to 1967.
Member of directors of community Chest from 1948 Š 1963.
Co-chairman and chairman of Initial Gifts from 1952 Š 1956
Member and director Chamber of Commerce of Lebanon 1948 Š 1962.
Beginning in 1963, member of Bethlehem Area Chamber of Commerce
Member, Mining Club of New York
Member, Saucon Valley Country Club
Member, Bethlehem Club
Former member and vice president of the Lebanon Country Club."
Survivors:
Daughter Pamela Carter, South Yarmouth, Mass.
Daughter Sandra Diane Shale, Northampton
Daughter Stephanie Collier, Troy OH
Daughter Penny Kappel, Pittsburgh
5 grandchildren
1 great-grandson
Preceded in death by:
Son Sheldon John Francis Shale, a Navy Pilot killed on Jun 30, 1978.
Burial: Cortland Rural Cemetery, Cortland, NY
Dec 13, 2000
Emilio Torres, age 34
b. Aug 9, 1966 Puerto Rico
d. Dec 10, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o Barbara A. Torres
s/o Abigail Torres, Lancaster and the late Emilio Torres.
Survivors:
Daughter Lillian Jasmine Alicea Torres
Step-son Carlos Rosario
Brother Andrews Torres, Lebanon
Brother Jose Torres, Lancaster
Brother Daniel Torres, Lancaster
Brother Geovanni Torres, Puerto Rico
Sister Mylsa Torres, Puerto Rico
Sister Nydia Bender, Lancaster
Sister Aracelis Vega, Lancaster
Several nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by:
Brother Ramon Luis Torres
Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 13, 2000
Richard K. Shay, age 68
b. Mar 26, 1932 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 12, 2000 Lebanon PA
h/o Cacilie K. (nee Feldner) Shay, w/whom he celebrated 47 years in April 2000
s/o late Alfred B. & Grace L. (nee Greth) Shay.
"U.S.Army veteran of Korean War, having served w/ the 2nd Division 9th Infantry Regiment Heavy
Tank Company.
Received the Korean Service Medal w/ 3 battle stars, Combat Infantry Badge, U.N. Medal and
the Japan/Germany Occupational Medal.
After 6 years of service with the Army, he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and retired in 1971 as
chief master sergeant, w/ 22 years combined service.
While in the Air Force, he was awarded Air Force & Joint Services Commendation Medals,
Missile Badge, Good Conduct Medal w/ Oak Leaf Clusters and the Meritorious Service
Medal.
Upon retiring, he worked in real estate for several years.
He and his wife became owners/operators of ShayÕs Motel in Myerstown until 1984.
Recently retired from the Lebanon Co. Courts, where he was a court attendant.
Attended both Lebanon H. S. and John Harris H. S.
Earned numerous credit hours from the University of Maryland"
Worshipped in the Lutheran faith
Enjoyed playing golf.
Member, Mt. Olivet Lodge 704 F & AM, Lebanon
Member, Tall Cedars of North America Lebanon Forest 25
Member, Lebanon VFW Post 23
Member, Richland American Legion Post 880
Member, Frienship and Newmanstown Fire companies
Member, Lebanon Senior Center
Life member, Air Force Sergeants Associations
Member, Financial secretary and pas president of Quittie Woods Inc.
Survivors:
Daughter Eleonore, w/o James Koons, Lebanon
Son Richard A. Shay, Bad Hersfeld, Germany
Sister Virginia Rade, Williamsburg VA
Grandson Kenneth Kline, stationed in Japan
Grandson Karl Koons, Lebanon
A Great-granddaughter
Two nephews and several nieces.
Preceded in death by:
Brothers Alfred C. Shay and James W. Shay.
Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E. Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 13, 2000
Paul E. Upperman, age 86
b. May 1, 1914 Letterkenny
d. Dec 11, 2000 Elizabethtown, Lancaster Co.PA
h/o Juanita F. (nee Weiler) Upperman
s/o late Oliver P. & Elizabeth (nee Martin) Upperman
retired superintendent of sales for Harrisburg Steel Division of Taylor Wharton Co.
Graduate, Shippensburg H. S.
Attended Penn State University.
Member, Zion Lutheran Church, Hummelstown
Member, Harrisbury Consistory
Member, Zembo Temple Shrine
Member, Zembo Temple Past Members Club
Member, Hershey Shrine Club
Member & past master of Brownstone Lodge 666 F & AM in Hershey.
Enjoyed golf and spending time with his grandchildren.
Survivors:
Son Dennis Upperman, Palmyra
Brother Kenneth Upperman, Chambersburg
Brother Herbert Upperman, Chambersburg
Brother Jay Upperman, Chambersburg
Brother Richard Upperman, Micco, Florida
Sister Dorothy Coy, Shippensburg
Sister Jane Smith, Winter Park FL
4 grandchildren
4 great-grandchildren
burial: Hershey Cemetery, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
Dec 13, 2000
Robert E. Siegrist, age 85
b. Jun 1, 1915 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 11, 2000 Lebanon PA
h/o late Ruth (nee Packer) Siegrist, who died in Jun 1994.
S/o late Eugene D. & Lillian L. (nee Steininger) Siegrist.
Retired attorney w/ the firm Siegrist, Koller, Brightbill and Long, Lebanon
Served in the U.S.Army Intelligence Corps as a staff sergeant during WW2.
Member, St. Stephens United Church of Christ in Lebanon
Member, Lebanon Elks Lodge and several social and civic organizations.
Graduate 1932, Lebanon H. S.
Graduate 1933, Franklin & Marshall Academy
Graduate 1937, Colgate University
Graduate 1940, Dickinson School of Law
50 year member, county, state and national bar associations
past president of the Lebanon Co. Bar Association.
Former director, Lebanon Co. Trust Co. and its successors.
Former director and treasurer of Cleona Corp. and affiliate of the former Lebanon Valley Offset,
Director of the former Miller Brothers Lumber Co., Lebanon
Former Director & treasurer of the Cear Lanes Inc. and its affiliates.
Also served as solicitor for several area townships, including East Hanover, Bethel and North
Londonderry, as well as solicitor for the former South Lebanon Township School District.
Survivors:
Son Robert E. Siegrist, Jr., Mt. Gretna
Daughter Susan S., w/o Dwight C. Blake, Princeton, Mass.
Son Scott P., h/o Victoria Siegrist, Lebanon
Son Timothy A., h/o Patricia Siegrist, Lebanon
Sister Harriet Davis, Cornwall
2 grandsons
3 granddaughters
Preceded in death by:
Sister Julia Siegrist
Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, N. Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 13, 2000
Dorothy T. (nee Bender) Smith, age 86
b. Oct 11, 1914 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 12, 2000 Hummelstown, Dauphin Co. PA
d/o late Charles & Mary (nee Arnold) Bender
Survivors:
Son Raymond A., h/o Dorothy F. Smith, Palmyra
Son Earl E., h/o Mary Lois Smith, Colebrook
Daughter Shirley S., w/o Ellis Lee Hostetter, Lebanon
Daughter Darlene M., w/o David Mease, Liverpool
12 grandchildren
17 great-grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Daughter Donna Smith
Sons Kenneth Smith and Wilbur Smith
Burial: Quentin Cemetery, Quentin (Bismarck), Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 13, 2000
Lloyd E. McCurdy, age 74
b. date not listed Lebanon Native
d. Dec 12, 2000 Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA
h/o Mary Ann (nee Plasterer) McCurdy, to whom he was married 48 years, January 2000.
S/o late Paul & Clara (nee Seiders) McCurdy
Alumnus of Milton Hershey School
Alumnus of Lebanon Valley College.
Music teacher 1952 Š 1986, Former East Lampter School District and then
Conestoga Valley School District, Lancaster, where he retired.
Lancaster Co. Emergency Management technician instructor for 20 years
Also served w/ East Lampeter Ambulance Association as EMT.
Survivors:
Son Bradley K., h/o Melanie McCurdy, Holtwood
Son Dale A., h/o Linette McCurdy, Lancaster
Daughter Donna, w/o Steve Gribble, Ronkds
Daughter Cheryl, w/o Melvin Reed, Lancaster
Brother Albert Clark, Altoona
8 grandchildren
5 great-grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Sisters Mildred Pennypacker, Gladys Dohner and Betty Martin
Brother Harold McCurdy
Burial: Mellinger Mennonite Cemetery, Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA
Dec 14, 2000
Ruth B. Krumbine (nee Brubacher), age 88
b. May 26, 1912 South Lebanon Township, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 13, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late Lee M. Krumbine, who died April 9, 1992
d/o late Clement & Frainy (nee Kettering) Brubacher
Retired Bookkeeper Washington National Ins. Co.
Member Grace United Church of Christ
Survivors:
A number of nieces and nephews
She was the last of her immediate family.
Buried: Kimmerling Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 14, 2000
Frank J. Hartmoyer, age 82
b. date on listed Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 12, 2000 Conestoga View, Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA
h/o late Margaret D. (nee Shindle) Hartmoyer, who died in 1996.
S/o late Frank A. & Mary (nee Milheilof) Hartmoyer
Attended Lebanon H. S.
Machinist for 47 years Armstrong World Industries
Member St. MaryÕs Roman Catholic Church
Served Merchant Marines during WW2
Survivors:
Daughter Cynthia Ann, w/o Daniel Zook, Lancaster
Daughter Dawn Marie Hartmoyer, Lancaster
Sister Mary Horn, Lancaster
Burial: St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery, Lancaster
Dec 14, 2000
William H. "Chicken" Peiffer, age 67
b. Jan 19, 1933 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 13, 2000 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA
h/o Romaine (nee Klinger) Peiffer to whom he was marred 46 years
s/o late Emery & Grace (nee Berger) Peiffer
1950 Graduate of Pine Grove H. S.
Member SwopeÕs Valley Hunting Club
Member Salem HetzelÕs Reformed Church, Pine Grove
Employed as an Embosser Garden State Tannery in Fleetwood
Survivors:
Son Leonard Peffer, Pine Grove
Daughter Karen Hoy, Pine Grove
A Granddaughter
Sister Betty M. Kreider, San Antonio TX
Burial: HetzelÕs Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA
Dec 14, 2000
Margie L. Beck, age 80
b. Mar 25, 1920 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 12, 2000 Bear, Delaware
d/o late Clayton & Jennie (nee Saltzer) Beck
House cleaner in Delaware
Surivivors:
Son David, h/o Julia Belleman, with whom she lived
Sister Helen Miller, Lebanon
Sister Ruth Brightbill, Myerstown
Grandson David Belleman Jr., Georgetown, Delaware
Grandson Michael Belleman, Bear, Delaware
Several nieces and nephews
Burial: New Union Cemetery, Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 14, 2000
Vivienne M. Miller, (nee Keirn), age 85
b. Aug 29, 1915 Altoona PA
d. 13 Dec 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late James R. Miller, who died in Oct 6, 1976
d/o late Edgar C. & Maregaret (nee Weber) Keirn
1934 Graduate of Altoona H. S.
Retired 1980 as a secretary Christ 2nd Lutheran Church
Member Simpson Temple United Parish
Member Sinking Valley Country Club.
Survivors:
Daughter Holly K. Diehl, Newmanstown
4 grandchildren
a great grandchild
Preceded in death by:
Daughter Carole Miller
Brothers George and Arthur Keirn
Burial: Alto Reste Cemetery Chapel, Altoona, PA
Dec 15, 2000
Fern W. (nee Weaver) Boyd, age 82
b. May 26, 1918 Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 14, 2000 Lebanon PA
w/o late Ralph L. Boyd
d/o late Ira G. & Lydia (nee Felker) Weaver
former employee of Binner Associaties, Schaefferstown & Quentin
Member, Heidelberg Church of the Brethren, Myerstown
Survivors:
Son Galen L. Boyd, Lebanon
Daughter Marilyn J., w/o John A. Martin, East Earl
Daughter Martha E., w/o Robert L. Balsbaugh, Myerstown
Brother Chandler, h/o Betty Weaver, McSherrystown
Sister Geraldine, w/o Noah Greiner, Manheim
13 grandchildren
18 great-grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Daughter Esther Boyd
Son Kenneth Boyd
Grandson Mark Balsbaugh
Burial: LongeneckerÕs Brethren Cemetery, Lititz, Lancaster Co. PA
Dec 15, 2000
Fred C. Johnston, age 90
b. may 25, 1910 Wernersville, Berks Co. PA
d. Dec 13, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o Esther L. (nee Heister) Johnston
h/o late Gladys (nee Frobey) Johnston
s/o late Charles & Bertha (nee Walters) Johnston
employed by former Berkshire Knitting Mills and Textile Machine Works, now Rockwell Intnl corp.
Wyomissing, retiring in 1972.
Member, W. Wyomissing Chapel, West Wyomissing, Berks Co. PA
Survivors:
Son Michael F. Johnston, Wyomming Hills
Daughter Patricia K., w/o Kenneth Wagner, Seattle WA
4 grandchildren
2 great-grandchildren
burial: Laureldale Cemetery, Reading, Berks Co. PA
Dec 15, 2000
George K. Troutman, age 71
b. date not listed Jackson Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 14, 2000 Marion Twp., Stouchsburg, PA
h/o Anna M. (nee Manbeck) Troutman
s/o late Lloyd D. & Gertrude (nee Berger) Troutman
truck driver for John L. Zug Feed Mill, Richland
last employed by Hofmann Industries, Sinking Spring, as a maintenance man and setup machine
worker, retiring in 1991
Part-time farmer.
Member, Tulpehocken Trinity United Church of Christ, Jackson Twp.,
Life member, Marion Fire Co., Stouchsburg
Life member, Marion Grange 1853, Stouchsburg
Survivors:
Son Terry L. Troutman, Stouchsburg
Daughter A. Louise Bashore, Oley
Son Robert A. Bashore, Lebanon
Daughter Barbara A. Good, Mohrsville
Daughter Georgianne Benner, Spring Twp.
Daughter Carol A. Brown, Bethel, Berks Co.
Brother Richard R. Troutman, Lebanon
Sister Grace Deamer, Robesonia
14 grandchildren
7 great-grandchildren
burial: Tulpehocken Trinity United Church of Christ Cemetery, Richland, Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 15, 2000
Marilyn M. (nee Snyder) Preis, age 73
b. Jun 10, 1927 Cornwall Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 13, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
longtime companion of Irvin Lutz,
d/o late Minnie (nee Conrad) Snyder & the late Russell C. Snyder.
Survivors:
Son James, h/o Peggy Preis, Richland
Daughter Susan, w/o Ronald Shay, Lebanon
Daughter Patricia, w/o Richard Rettew, Jonestown
Son Thomas Preis, Columbia
Sister Betty Kapp, Lebanon
Sister Dorothy Wofle, Lebanon
8 grandchildren
3 great-grandchildren
several nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by:
Daughter Sherry Lynn Preis
Son Stephen Michael Preis
Burial: Ebenezer "Greenwood" Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 15, 2000
Daniel J. Grabey, age 95
b. May 19, 1905 Shenandoah, Schuylkill Co. PA
d. Dec 14, 2000 Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA
h/o Emily (nee Shollenberger) Grabey, to whom he was married 24 years
h/o late Olive I. (nee Fegley) Grabey, who died May 17, 1974
s/o late Daniel J. & Annie (nee Behm) Grabey
employed as an outside foreman for PP & L
member, St. JohnÕs Lutheran Church, Pine Grove, served on church council for many years.
Survivors:
Daughter Betty Banket, Ft. Pierce, FL
Daughter Leanna Brommer, Pine Grove
Sister Helen Hash, Oklahoma
8 grandchildren
11 great-grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Son Joseph Koch
Two sisters
Three step-sisters
Two step-brothers
Burial: St. JohnÕs Lutheran Church Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA
Dec 15, 2000
Arlene R. Landis, age 90
b. Sep 26, 1910 Mt. Sidney, Augusta Co. VA
d. Dec 14, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d/o late John A. & Lula (nee Moore) Landis
retired telephone operator in VA
Member of Salem Lutheran Church, Mt. Sidney VA
Survivors:
Nephew Merlin Craun, Lebanon
Niece Evelyn Gray, Lebanon
Burial: Salem Lutheran Church Cemetery, Mt. Sidney, VA
Dec 15, 2000
Kathyn W. (nee Wengert) Engle, age 96
b. Jun 6, 1904 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 13, 2000 Mechanicsburg, Dauphin Co. PA
w/o late Charles E. Engle
d/o late Adam H. & Mary S. (nee Kreider) Wengert
Graduate of Lebanon Valley College
Took graduate studies at Duke University, NC
Took graduate studies at Winona Lake in Indiana, where she received her masterÕs degree.
Taught elementary & secondary school Lebanon Co. Southern Rhodesia, Africia
Mechanicsburg, Upland CA and Messiah College.
Spent 2 years of her life in mission work in Kentucky under the Brethren in Christ World Missions,
as well as 8 years in Southern Rhodesia, Africia.
She and her husband left for India in 1949 as missionaries under Brethren in Christ World Missions.
In retirement, they lived in Upland CA, where they were active in the Alto Loma Brethren in Christ Church.
Member, United Zion Church, Annville
Survivors:
Daughter Ardys Thuma, Mechanicsburg
Daughter Mary Lou Bert, Ferndale, WA
Daughter Phyllis Saltzman, Eugene OR
Sister Edith Kern, Upland CA
Sister Martha Crider, Mechanicsburg
Sister Rachel Martin, Mechanicsburg
11 grandchildren
25 great-grandchildren
a great-grandchild
burial: Bellevue Cemetery, Upland CA.
Dec 15, 2000
Dorothy I. (nee Lutz) Wolfe, age 80
b. Nov 17, 1920 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 14, 2000 Lebanon PA
w/o late George H. Wolfe
d/o late Michael & Lottie (nee Lape) Lutz
member, Lebanon Moravian Church
enjoyed sewing and baking
Survivors:
Daughter Charlotte Gundrum, Jonestown
Son George H. Wolfe Jr., Leanon
Son Dennis L. Wolfe, Pine Grove
Sister Anna Irwin, Lebanon
Sister Alice Bohus, Lebanon
Sister rose Ceresini, Lebanon
8 grandchildren
7 great-grandchildren
several nieces and nephews
burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 15, 2000
James R. Steffy, age 64
b. Apr 22, 1936 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 13, 2000 Lebanon PA
h/o Jennie (nee Pierce) Steffy, w/whom he celebrated a 43rd anniversary in August 2000.
S/o late Harvey C. & Velva I. (nee Rhoads) Steffy
Owner of the former Steffy Shoe Co, Avon
Presently employed as supervisor in the dip room at PA Precision Cast Parts, Lebanon
Member, St. James Lutheran Church, Lebanon
Member, Lebanon Optimist Club, where he served as president in 1970-1971
Former member and treasurer of the Lebanon County Country Club 1984 Š 1990.
1954 graduate of South Lebanon H. S.
1958 Graduate of Lebanon Valley College
Survivors:
Daughter Ann E. Steffy, Pittsburgh
Daughter Susan M. Steffy, Gladwin
burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 15, 2000
Helen (Benedick) Houser, age 78
b. Apr 27, 1922 Cairnbrook, Cambria Co. PA
d. Dec 13, 2000 Hummelstown, Dauphin Co. PA
w/o Wesley G. Houser
d/o late Andrew & Anna (nee Gabrick) Benedick
Homemaker
Member, St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, Hershey
Survivors:
Daughter Mary Jane, w/o John Aichele, Hershey
Son Dave W. Houser, Hershey
Sister Agnes Heverling, Annville
4 grandchildren
burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 16, 2000
Earl L. Miller Sr., age 81
b. date not listed Reading, Berks Co. PA
d. Dec 14, 2000 Millcreek Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
h/o Pearl R. (nee Putt) Miller.
S/o late Lloyd D. Miller and Nora (nee Lengel) Miller-Lutz
Employed at StrunkÕs Block Co. Sinking Spring, for 7 years, retired in 1979.
Previously worked for E.J. Lavine, near Newmanstown
Survivors:
Son Earl L. Miller Jr., Womelsdorf
Daughter Shirley A. Matthews Hickernell, Richland
Sister Margaret Lutz Saltzer, Palmyra
Sister Alva Lutz Kreiser, Annville
Sister Mildred Lutz Gerhart, Myerstown
Sister Elsie Lutz Aulenbach, Robesonia
6 grandchildren
11 great-grandchildren
burial: Pleasant View Cemetery, Spring Township, PA
Dec 16, 2000
Maurice J. Chandler, age 78
b. Jun 21, 1922 Hillsdale, Hillsdale Co. Michigan
d. Dec 15, 2000 Lebanon, Leabnon Co. PA
h/o Celine W. (nee Worsch) Chandler,
s/o late John & Loretta (nee Ainger) Chandler
retired superintendent of the Altoona Railroad Shop
Marine Corps veteran of WW2
Member, St. MaryÕs Church
Member, Holy Name Society
Survivors:
Son Mark J. Chandler, Downingtown
Son Daniel J. Chandler, Lebanon
Daughter Elizabeth Williams, Milwaukee, WS
Brother John Chandler, Cleveland OH
7 grandchildren
several nieces and nephews
burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N. Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 17, 2000
James L. Goldsworthy, age 51
b. Aug 28, 1949 Ashland PA
d. Dec 15, 2000 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
h/o Cindy (nee Hough) Goldsworthy, w/whom he celebrated 21yeears on Jun 30, 2000.
S/o late James Lewis 7 Anna (neeMacDonald) Goldsworthy
Supervisor of pupil services for Lancaster Co. Career & Technical Ceneters Š 15 years.
Former social studies teacher at Central Dauphin H. S.
Former guidance counselor and social studies teacher in Annville-Cleona School District
Former guidance counselor for Middleburg Area School District.
Graduate of Hershey H. S.
Graduate of University of West Virginia, where he received a bachelorÕs degree in secondary
Education and a masterÕs in both cirricumlum and instruction and guidance and
counseling.
Received direction and vocational education certification from Penn State University.
Attended First United Methodist Church, Hershey
Member, Board of Directors of Hershey Baseball Association, where he was commissioner
Of the T-ball program
Member, President of the Derry Township Friends of Parks and Recreation
Past President of Lancaster Guidance Association
Member, Professional Fraternity Phi Delta Kappa and the Sigma Phi Epsilon social fraternity.
Enjoyed swimming, sking, and scuba diving, and was a WW2 history buff
Survivors:
Son Grant T. Goldsworthy, Hershey
Sister Christine Hardy, Harrisburg
Sister Ann Caldwell, Columbia SC
A niece.
Burial: not listed!
Dec 17, 2000
Mary C. (nee Arnold) Allwein, age 95
b. Apr 20, 1905 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 16, 2000 Lebanon PA
w/o late Herman J. Allwein
d/o late William & Susan (nee Light) Arnold
worked at the former Industrial Hosiery Mill, Lebanon
member, PA Catholic Beneficial League
member, St. MaryÕs Church, Lebanon
Survivors:
Son William P. Allwein, Lebanon
Son Edward J. Allwein, Lebanon
Son Thomas A. Allwein, Royersford
Granddaugheter Susan Greive
Granddaughter Donna Geiman
3 great-grandchildren
several nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by:
Sons Donald Allwein and Herman Allwein
Brothers Joseph, Jonathan and Harry Arnold
Sister Stella Manderbach
Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 17, 2000
Celestine (nee Iannelli) Cecconi, age 85
b. Jan 5, 1915 Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co. PA
d. Dec 14, 2000 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
w/o late John Cecconi, who died in 1993.
D/o late Angelo & Josephine Iannelli
Seamstress
Attended Living Waters Chapel, Lebanon
Survivors:
Daughter Jeanette, w/o Joseph L. Paris, Palmyra
Daughter Viola Pupo, Philadelphia
Brother Leo Iannelli, Philadelphia
Sister Mary Fortunato, Philadelphia
Sister Arkean Borda, Cherry Hill NJ
Sister Rebecca Giblisco, Philadelphia
Sister Deborah Jones, Bellmawr NJ
5 grandchildren
4 great-grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Son David Cecconi
Daughter Marie Blankenship
Brother John Iannelli
Sister Esther Tedesco
Burial: Glennwood Memorial Gardens, Broomhall PA
Dec 17, 2000
Dale E. Nickolls, age 52
b. Mar 29, 1948 Washington DC
d. Dec 15, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
s/o late Edward & Virginia (nee Nuss) Nickolls
Self-employed painter
Member, Lebanon VFW Post 23
Survivors:
Daughter Tracy, w/o Chris Neill, Germanton MD
Daughter Tabitha Nickolls, Wheaton MD
A half-brother
A half-sister
Burial: location is not listed!
Dec 17, 2000
Dorothy V. Miller, age 84
b. Jul 13, 1916 location not provided.
d. Dec 14, 2000 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA
worked as a practical nurse in private homes.
Member, Golden Agers
Enjoyed bowling with the Golden Agers
Enjoyed fishing.
Survivors:
Daughter Carol Hyde, Hummelstown
Son Sonny Miller, Harrisburg
Sister Pearline Bender, Lebanon
Sister Isabelle Lausch, Lititz
Sister Mary Sherman, Texas
Sister Lillian Royer, Baltimore MD
7 grandchildren
9 great-grandchildren
1 great-great-grandchild
burial: Shoops Garden of Rest, Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA
Dec 17, 2000
Joseph A. Horn, age 89
b. Jun 18, 1911 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 16, 2000 Lebanon PA
h/o Catherine I. (nee Kimmel) Horn
s/o late Joseph & Anna (nee Tolla) Horn
retired purchasing agent for the Lebanon Tool Co.
4th degree member, Knights of Colubmus
member, St. MaryÕs Church.
Survivors:
Daughter Carol, w/o Kenneth Turcott, Tenafly, NJ
Son Kenneth R. Horn, Columbia
Son James F. Horn, Palmyra
13 grandchildren
27 great-grandchildren
several nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by:
Son Joseph D. Horn
Brother Adam Horn
Sister Mary Bierfreund
Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 18, 2000
Edwin H. Mengel, age 86
b. date not listed Tulpehocken Twp. Berks Co. PA
d. Dec 16, 2000 Reading, Berks Co. PA
h/o late Dorothy (nee Ritz) Mengel, who died Apr 25, 2000.
S/o late Edward D. & Carrie (nee Roth) Mengel
Employed for many years as an annealer by Carpenter Technology Corp, retiring in 1974.
Survivors:
Son William P. Mengel, Granada Hills CA
Son Edwin H. Mengel Jr., Robesonia
Son Robert C. Mengel, Leesport
Daughter Anna May Eisenbrown, Mohnton
Daughter Doris L. Moyer, Shoemakersville
Daughter Carol Ann Bashore, Lebanon
14 grandchildren
21 great-grandchildren
burial: KissingerÕs Cemetery, Wyomissing, Berks Co. PA
Dec 18, 2000
Sgt. Dennis Lee Legas, age 54
b. Aug 21, 1946 Ligonier, PA
d. Dec 16, 2000 Jonestown, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o Marilori (nee Pershing) Legas
s/o Carrie Brown Legas and the later Milton Legas
Technician at the Unit Training Equipment Site, Ft. Indiantown Gap
Served w/PA National GuardÕs Company A., 101st Armor based in Ligonier
U. S. Marine Corp. veteran of Vietnam War, serving in Vietnam and Cambodia.
Member, Kingston Sportsman Club
Attended Soldiers & Airmen Chapel, Ft. Indiantown Gap.
Survivors:
Son Christopher Lee Legas, Grove City
Step-son Christopher Michael, h/o Belinda Sichula, Tucson AZ
Step-son Richard S. Sichula, Jonestown
Step-dau Kathi M. Sichula, Jonestown
Brother David, h/o Mary Legas, Latrobe
Sister Phylis, w/o Allen Berky, Jennerstown
Several nieces and nephews
Burial: St. PaulÕs Lutheran Cemetery, Trauger, PA
Dec 18, 2000
Lavina H. (nee Rhoads) Walmer, age 91
b. Jul 17, 1909 Bellegrove, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 16, 2000 Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA
w/o William Walmer
d/o late Charles & Elizabeth (nee Cooper) Rhoads
she was a Lutheran
Suvivors:
Sister Mary E. Zellers, Lebanon
Sister Goldie V. McKillips, Elizabethtown
Several nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by:
Brothers Wilson E. Rhoads and Oliver A. Rhoads
Sister Gertrude Lamm
Burial: Grantville Cemetery, Grantville, Dauphin Co. PA
Dec 18, 2000
Richard P. Swanger, age 71
b. Oct 2, 1929 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA
d. Dec 16, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
s/o late Luther N. & Sara (nee Moekel) Swanger
retired security guard for Liberty Security Service.
Member, Myerstown Baptist Church
Survivors:
Daughter Sandra, w/o Edward Schiavo, Boyertown
Daughter Barbara, w/o John McMullen, Myerstown
Son Richard P. Swanger Jr., Hurlock MD
8 grandchildren
2 great-grandchildren
He was the last of his immediate family.
Burial: location is not listed in the obituary. Convenience of family.
Dec 18, 2000
Michael J. Chadwick Jr., age 75
b. Apr 21, 1925 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 17, 2000 Lebanon, PA
h/o late Dorothy E. (nee Risser) Chadwick, who died in 1988.
S/o late Michael J. Sr. & Minnie (nee Henninger) Chadwick
Worked as a millwright for Bethlehem Steel Corp., Lebanon
Life member, Union Hose Fire Co., Annville
Member, Lebanon Co. FiremanÕs Association
Member, Lebanon Co. Fire ChiefÕs Association
Member, Annville American Legion
Former member, Lebanon Co. Fire Police
Survivors:
Son Russell M., h/o Pat Chadwick, Lebanon
Brother John Chadwick, Charleston SC
Brother George Chadwick, Lebanon
Brother James Chadwick, Lebanon
Brother Eugene Chadwick, Bunker Hill
Grandson Christopher Chadwick
Granddau Megan Moyer
Companion Nancy Stohler, Lebanon
Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 18, 2000
Ward Shumate, age 73
b. date not listed Grayson Co. VA
d. Dec 16, 2000 Troutmandale VA
h/o Dolores K. (nee Hoover) Shumate, formerly of Richland.
S/o late Mae (nee Riddle) Shumate Troutmandale VA, and late Brack M. Shumate.
Live in PA for most of his life, before moving to Syth Co. VA in 1995
Retired from Bethlehem Steel Corp.
Timber cutter in the later part of his life.
Founding member, Chestnut Hill Field Archers, Morgantown
Member, St. Matthew Lutheran Church, Konnarock VA
Survivors:
Daughter Clara Jean Hostetler, Navron
Brother Carson Shumate, Pottstown
Brother Charles Shumate, Troutdale VA
Brother Mack Shumate, Troutdale VA
Granddau Nicol Hallon
Granddau Danielle Reese
Several nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by:
Sister Madge Parson
Burial: Laurel Cemetery, in Virginia
Dec 19, 2000
Anna A. (nee Zoll) Peffley, age 88
b. Dec 22, 1911 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 17, 2000 Lebanon PA
w/o late Stanton T. Peffley Sr.
d/o late John & Nora Zoll.
Member, St. LukeÕs United Methodist Church, West Lebanon
Survivors:
Son Stanton T. Peffley, Jr., Lebanon
Son Donald E., h/o Jane Peffley, Lebanon
Son Arthur E., h/o Josei Peffley, Lake Placid FL
Son Kenneth, h/o Nancy Peffley, Stratford CT
Sister Mabel, w/o John Cramer, West Lebanon
Sister Charlotte Rothenbach, West Lebanon
13 grandchildren
15 great-grandchildren
a great-great granddaughter
nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by:
Son Grant E. Peffley
Brothers Leroy Zoll, Alfred Zoll and John Zoll
Sister Nora Gross
Burial: Ebenezer "Greenwood" Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 19, 2000
Jeremiah B. Horn, age 95
b. date not provided Robesonia, Berks Co. PA
d. Dec 17, 2000 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o late Grace E. (nee Kilpatrick) Horn, who died Mar 2, 1999.
S/o late Cyrus C. & Carrie (nee Bricker) Horn
He attended McCann School of Business
Graduate, 1926, Wharton Business School
Employed as accountant for 42 years Wyomissing Development Co, which later Delta Realty Corp., retiring in 1970.
Former member, Bethany Evanglical Lutheran Church, West Reading
Member, Izaak Walton League.
Survivors:
Daughter Carolyn K., w/o Robert S. Gessner, Allentown
Daughter Florence H., w/o Robert D. Cremer Jr., Morgantown WV
5 grandchildren
4 great-grandchildren
burial: Heidelberg Cemetery, Heidelberg Township, Berks Co. PA
Dec 19, 2000
Ruth C. (nee Bradley) Engle, age 81
b. date not listed Brunnerville, PA
d. Dec 17, 2000 Lancashire Hall, Lititz, Lancaster Co. PA
w/o late Jerome F. Engle, who died in 1999.
D/o late Robert & Sarah (nee Crawford) Bradley
She assisted her husband on the family farm
Also worked for various factories in Lititz and Ephrata
Member, Brunnerville United Methodist Church, where she was former secretary on the ladies
Bible class.
Enjoyed handicrafts and gardening.
Survivors:
Daughter Mildred B., w/o Dale L. Fetter, Lititiz
Daughter Geraldine J. Simmons, Lititz
3 grandchildren
a great-grandson
Preceded in death by:
Brother Paul Bradley
Burial: Brunnerville United Methodist Cemetery, Brunnerville, Lancaster Co. PA
Dec 19, 2000
Venus Evelyn (nee Ziegler) Shutter, age 84
b. Nov 6, 1916 Virginia
d. Dec 17, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d/o Zeb Stuart & Vessie A. (nee Fulk) Ziegler
retired self-employed sales lady.
She formerly was a "Kiss" bagger for Hershey Foods and then began her sales career for Avon
and other home products
attended Outreach Ministries and Bible studies at the Seventh Day Adventist Church.
Avid Bible reader.
From the mid-1960Õs until 1993, she took veterans into her home to provide care for them.
Survivors:
Son Samuel S. Rhoads, Lebanon
Brother Paul Ziegler, New Market VA
Granddaughter Susan Marie Gibble
Granddaughter Diane Crystal Kreiser
Granddaughter Anna Mae Connor
4 great-grandchildren
several nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by:
Grandson Samuel S. Rhoads Jr., who died Jun 4, 1995
Brothers Ward Ziegler and Robert Ziegler
Sister Violet Mentzer
Burial: KrallÕs Mennonite Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 19, 2000
Joseph F. Kokal, age 79
b. Dec 25, 1920 White Valley, PA
d. Dec 17, 2000 Middletown, Dauphin Co. PA
h/o Marge (nee Mayer) Kokal
s/o late Lawrence & Johanna (nee Ferlich) Kokal
retired orthopedic technician for the Elizabethtown Crippled ChildrenÕs Hospital
part-time employee of the former True Value Hardware Store in Hershey.
Graduate, Cresson High School.
Member, St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, Hershey
Member, Hershey Council 6693 Knights of Columbus
Member, Derry Twp. Mohler Senior Center.
Former Cub Scout master at the Elizabethtown Crippled ChildrenÕs Hospital
Former volunteer at the Hershey Public Library.
Survivors:
Step-son Randy Hironimus, Mallaho, Oregon
Step-son Bruce Hironimus, Hershey
Brother Frank Kokal, Cleveland OH
Sister Mary Jerich, Butler
Sister Ancka Cankar, Slovenia, Europe
Several nieces and nephews.
Burial: Hershey Cemetery, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
Dec 20, 2000
Irene M. (nee Potts) Marks, age 81
b. Jun 11, 1919 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA
d. Dec 19, 2000 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o James "Red" Marks, to whom she was married 59 years.
D/o late John & Jennie (nee Schaeffer) Potts.
1939 graduate of Pine Grove H. S.
Graduate of Central Penn Business School, Harrisburg
Employed in civilian personnel for 24 years, Indiantown Gap Military Reservation, Annville.
Former member, St. JohnÕs Lutheran Church, Pine Grove
Presently a member, Palm Lutheran Church, Palmyra
1952 Š1953 Past matron
50 year member of Mary E. Moore Chapter 372, Order of the Eastern Star, Pine Grove
survivors:
Son Rev. Robert, h/o Sharon Marks, Grapeville
Step-dau Jennifer Donaldson
Step-son Timothy Donaldson
Step-dau Susan Donaldson
Burial: St. JohnÕs Lutheran Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA
Dec 20, 2000
Winona K. (nee Wise) Ream, age 79
b. Apr 27, 1921 Berks Co. PA
d. Dec 18, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late John E. Ream
d/o late John & Sally Wise
housekeeper at the Kless Boarding Home, now the American House Personal Care Home, for
more than 30 years.
Worked there and was more recently a resident of the home.
Survivors:
Daughter Shirley L. King, Mt. Penn
Daughter Doris Steffe, Florida
Daughter Sharon Brendle, West Reading
9 grandchildren
10 great-grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Daughter Barbara Seyler
She is the last of her immediate family.
Burial: Ebenezer "Covenant" Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 20, 2000
Ella E. "Betty" (nee Enck) Hensel, age 79
b. date not listed location not listed
d. Dec 18, 2000 Lititz, Lancaster Co.PA
w/o late Victor B. Hensel, who died Dec 24, 1999
d/o late J. Paul& Anna (Singley) Enck.
1938 graduate of Schaefferstown H. S.
She worked at Spachts Furniture Store and Lititz Book Store, both in Lititz.
Enjoyed crafts, sewing, wildlife and gardening.
Survivors:
Son James C., h/o Elaine (nee Carson) Hensel, Lititz
Daughter Jane Gephart, Leola
Brother William J. Enck, Schaefferstown
Sister Lorraine Loraw, Elizabethtown
Grandson T.J. Hensel
Several nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by:
Brother Robert P. Enck
Burial: Cremation. No location listed.
Dec 20, 2000
Martha P. Neighbour, age 81
b. Feb 14, 1919 Montgomery AL
d. Dec 18, 2000 Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA
d/o late Charles & Mary (nee Bazemore) Neighbour
retired school teacher from NY.
Member, Calvary Church, Lancaster
Listed in WhoÕs Who of Amercian Women 1958 Š 1959, receipent of the Leader of American
Secondary Education Award
Nominee of the Harvard Distinguished Secondary Award.
Following her retirement, she was an active correspondent with Bible Christian Union of Lebanon 1973 Š 1977.
She was the last of her immediate family.
Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 20, 2000
John G. Valentine, age 68
b. date not listed Burnham, Mifflin Co. PA
d. Dec 17, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o Shirley L. (nee Widener) Valentine
s/o late Gilbert & Ella (nee Michaels) Valentine
retired truck driver for Rite Aid Corp.
US Army veteran of Korean War.
Member, Columbia VFW Post 2435
Protestant
Enjoyed hunting, water sking, motorcycles, fixing cars and neighborhood handywork.
Survivors:
Son Roy M. Valentine, Palmyra
Brother Donald Valentine, Thomasville
Sister doris Schreiber, Harrisburg
Sister Phyllis Jean McCain, Dillsburg
Sister Barbara Valentine, Dallastown
Sister Betty Smith, Collegeville
2 grandsons
burial: Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens, Columbia, Lancaster Co. PA
Dec 20, 2000
Dora E. (nee Clements) Lightcap, age 92
b. Jun 17, 1909 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA
d. Dec 19, 2000 Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA
w/o late Phares Lightcap, who died Dec 10, 1981
d/o late Henry & Elizabeth (nee Felty) Clements
member, St. PeterÕs Lutheran Church, Pine Grove
employed as a seamstress for 52 years at the former Fox-Knapp Mfg. Pine Grove
Survivors:
Son Harold Hepler, Pine Grove
Grandson Ronald Hepler, Pine Grove Area
2 great-grandchildren
burial: St. PeterÕs Lutheran Church Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA
Dec 21, 2000
Robert B. Moyer, age 80
b. date not mentioned Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 19, 2000 Campbelltown, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o late Betty M. (nee Yingst) Moyer.
S/o late Paul & Verna (nee Snyder) Moyer
Stepson of late Louise (nee Bucks) Moyer
Syrup packer for Hershey Foods 43yrs
U. S. Army vet of WW2
Member Trinity United Church of Christ, Palmyra
Hershey local 464
Life Member VFW post in Palmyra
Surviviors:
Daughter Bonnie, w/o George Dayton, Palmyra
Daughter Susan Morgan, Palmyra
Daughter Carol Strunk, Palmyra
Daughter Barbara D., w/o Raymond Troutman, Palmyra
Brother C. Donald Moyer, Belaire, Maryland
Sister Jean, w/o Thomas Buchanan of California
Sister Eleanor, w/o Marvin Hawkenson, Oregon
8 grandchildren
6 great-grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Daughter Alice M. Moyer
Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, East Hanover Twp. Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 21, 2000
Charles W. "Chuck" Snyder, age 78
b. Jan 9, 1922 East Hanover Twp, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 19, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o Grace (nee Duffy) Snyder to whom he would have been married 43 year on Dec 20
s/o late Charles L. & Mary E. (nee Shartz) Snyder
Insurance Salesman for MetLife, Lebanon
Office manager for Eastern Industrial Insulation, Reading
BH&T Inc, Myerstown
IMC, Lebanon
Member Zion Evangelical Congregational Church, Myerstown
Sunday school teacher, church council, treasurer
Raised in the Milton Hershey School for Boys
Attended Hershey Junior College
Graduate Susquehanna Univ.
U. S. Army WW2 in Europe
Member Milton Hershey Allumni Assoc.
Auditor for Jackson Township
Volunteer Lebanon Senior Center-delivered meals on wheels
Avid fisherman and played Santa Claus
Survivors:
Son Edward R., h/o Candy Hibshman, Myerstown
Son Michael J. h/o Judy Hibshman, Reamstown
7 grandchildren
2 great grandchildren
several nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by:
Son Paul Hibshman, who died in 1978
Sister Julia Bland, who died in 1971
Brother John Snyder
Burial: Mt. Hope Cemetery, Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 21, 2000
Mary A. Reider (nee Zellers), age 87
b. Oct 18, 1913 Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 19, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late J. Raymond Reider, who died in 1969
d/o late William & Mabel (nee Shirk) Zellers
Survivors:
Son John E. Reider, Elizabethtown
Son E. Gordon Reider, Elizabethtown
8 grandchildren
8 great-grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Son Franklin D. Reider, who died in 1994
Burial: Cornwall Cemetery, Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 21, 2000
Ida V. Hartman (nee Folcarelli), age 76
b. Oct 9, 1924 Baltimore, Maryland
d. Dec 20, 2000 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
w/o Carl H. Hartman, to whom she was married 57 years on May 15.
D/o late Reginaldo & Guindelina (nee Pettrilli) Folcarelli
Surivors:
Daughter Joanne Hartman, Myerstown
Brother Dominic Folarelli, Catonsville, Maryland
A granddaughter
A great-granddaughter
Burial: Christ Lutheran Cemetery, Stouchsburg, PA
Dec 22, 2000
Merlin L. Wise, age 78
b. Apr 29, 1922 Bronaugh Missouri
d. Dec 20, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o Esther M. (nee Gallas) Wise, to whom he was married 48 years, Oct 11, 2000.
S/o late Lorain U. & Nina M. (nee Houser) Wise.
Draftsman for many years, former Batdorff & Schucker Memorials, Myerstown
Had been a Member, Freidens Lutheran Church, Myerstown, where he was the custodian 7
Years until his retirement, served on the cemetery committee and various other
committees w/in the church.
Played in the Bell Choir.
1941 Graduate, Nevada H. S., Nevada, Missouri
1949 Graduate of Barre School of Memorial Art in Barre, VT
former Secretary of Boy Scout Troop 78, Myerstown
served in U. S. Navy during WW2.
Survivors:
Son Scott S., h/o Regina Wise, Schuylkill Haven
Step-sister Ann Hoy, Overland Park, KS
A grandson
3 step-granddaughters
several cousins
burial: Friedens Memorial Park, Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 22, 2000
Robert J. Liddell, age 84
b. Dec 9, 1916 Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co. PA
d. Dec 20, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o Ruth (nee Dissinger) Liddell, who died in September 1981.
S/o late George & Elizabeth (nee Parker) Liddell
Retired 1979 as a buyer for the former Haak Brothers Dept Store, Lebanon
Graduate of Millersville University
Severed as a 1st lieutenant in the U. S. Army during WW2, having seen service in
North Africa and Italy.
Awarded a Bronze Star.
Later retired in 1961 from the Army National Guard as a captain.
Member, Salem Lutheran Church, Lebanon
Member, Lebanon VFW Post 23
Member, Quentin Riding Club
Survivors:
Son Robert J. Jr., h/o Beverly Liddell, Littleton CO
Son Eric G., h/o Rochelle Liddell, Cheyenne WY
Sister Jean, w/o Robert Fenderson, Lower Gwyndd
Brother George M., h/o Midge Liddell, Mt. Dora FL
Granddaughter Tara C. Liddell, State College
Preceded in death by:
Sister Elizabeth "Betsy" Liddell
Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 22, 2000
Ronald S. Engle, age 58
b. Jan 23, 1942 Swatara Township PA
d. Dec 21, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
h/o Linda S. (nee Miller) Engle
s/o late James & Mazzie (nee Mengle) Engle
retired employee of the former Bethlehem Steel Corp.
currently employee of Hershey Nursery
member, Central Democratic Club, Lebanon
member, Moravian Church, Lebanon
vice President of Neversink Fire Co.
avid fisherman
Survivors:
Son Ronald S. Engle Jr., Palmyra
Son Kevin W. Ermerich, Kentucky
Daughter Angela P., w/o Scott Garrett, Lebanon
Brother James Engle, Jonestown
Brother Charles Engle, Jonestown
Brother Paul Engle, York
Brother Earl Engle, Lebanon
Sister Sylvia Beavers, Maryland
4 grandchildren
several nieces and nephews
Preceded in death by:
Brothers Harvey Engle, Clarence Engle, and William Lehr
Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 24, 2000
Martha J. (nee Seigfried) Gerhart, age 79
b. Jul 8, 1921 Auburn, PA
d. Dec 23, 2000 Fredericksburg, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o late Henry F. Gerhart Sr.
d/o late Gordon & Lillian (nee Berger) Seigfried
member, St. JohnÕs United Church of Christ, Fredericksburg
charter member, Fredericksburg American Legion Auxiliary Unit 915
served as its president for 2 consecutive years.
Volunteered for the VA Medical Center and the Scotland School
Organizer for Girls State at Shippensburg University
Avid gardner and bowler.
Survivors:
Son Leonard F. Gerhart, Fredericksburg
Son Henry F. Gerhart Jr., Fredericksburg
Son Eugene H. Sr., w/o Audrey Gerhart, Wyomissing
Daughter Bette M., w/o Darrell Foskey, Seaford DE
Daughter Henrietta G. Gerhart, Green Point
Daughter Myra M., w/o Leon Zechman, Pine Grove
Daughter Robin L., w/o Paul E. Getz, Fredericksburg
Brother Harvey Seigfried, Auburn
Sister Nora Schaeffer, Orwigsburg
Sister Erma Snayberger, Hamburg
Sister Sara Barron, Aberdeen MD
Sister Eleanor Sattazahn, Lebanon
12 grandchildren
9 great-grandchildren
2 great-great grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Granddaughter Sonja J. Getz
Brothers and sisters
Burial: Hamlin Cemetery, Bethel Township PA
Dec 24, 2000
Lena B. (nee Shifflett) Crist, age 83
b. Sep 11, 1917 Boonesville VA
d. Dec 21, 2000 Middletown, Dauphin Co. PA
w/o late Charles E. Crist
d/o late John Thomas & Louemonia (nee Frazier) Shifflett
Homemaker.
Survivors:
Son Mike Crist, Hershey
Daughter Carol Ford, Bethlehem
Brother Earl Shifflett, Baltimore MD
Brother James Shifflett, Baltimore MD
Brother George William Shifflett, Baltimore MD
Brother Arthur Shifflett, Boonesville VA
Brother Dewey Shifflett, Crozet VA
Sister Hattie Shifflett, Boonesville VA
Sister Eleanor Shifflett, Hampton VA
2 grandchildren
4 great-grandchildren
burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 24, 2000
Erma A. (nee Artz) Moyer, age 96
b. date not listed Lickdale, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 21, 2000 Denver, Lancaster Co. PA
w/o late John H. Moyer, who died in 1971.
D/o late Cyranus & Anne (nee Stein) Artz
BachelorÕs degree, former Millersville Normal School
Taught at schools in Richland, Hinkletown, and Rothsville
Taught English for Ephrata Area School District Junior/Senior H. S. for 35 years
Retired in 1970.
Member, Lutheran Church of the Holy Trinity, Ephrata, where she taught Sunday school for 25
years.
Member, PA Association of School Retirees
Member, Historical Society of the Cocalico Valley
Member, Ephrata WomenÕs Club
Member, Friends of the Library in Ephrata
Member, Cloister Book Club
Avid bridge player, she enjoyed crocheting and making braided rugs.
Survivors:
Son John R. "Jack", h/o Dolores S. (nee Stark) Moyer, Ephrata
3 grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
3 brothers and 2 sisters (not listed).
Burial: Schaefferstown Cemetery, Schaefferstown, Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 24, 2000
Jennie L. (nee Faust) Mertz, age 70
b. date not listed Lehighton, Carbon Co. PA
d. Dec 22, 2000 Reading, Berks Co. PA
w/o William E. Mertz
d/o late Cletus & Dorothea (nee Fronheiser) Faust
Homemaker
Survivors:
Son Timothy Mertz, Lebanon
Son Scott Mertz, Womelsdorf
Daughter Jocelyn (nee Mertz) Norton, Womelsdorf
Daughter Jena (nee Mertz) Wenrich, Womelsdorf
Daughter Peggy (nee Mertz) Kramer, Quakertown
Daughter Jena (nee Mertz) Wenrich, Robesonia
Brother Carlton Faust, Lehighton
7 grandchildren
4 great-grandchildren
burial: Union Cemetery, Womelsdorf, Berks Co. PA
Dec 24, 2000
Ralph Plasterer, age 81
b. Dec 24, 1918 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 23, 2000 Lebanon PA
h/o Ethel Mae Plasterer
s/o late Paul & Annie (nee Eckert) Plasterer
owner / operator PlastererÕs Garage, Lebanon
Survivors:
Grandson Brian, h/o Sherri Plasterer, Fredericksburg
Grandson Scott, h/o Joyce Plasterer, Lebanon
Granddaughter Dawn Marie, w/o David Custer, Annville
4 great-grandchildren
1 great-great granddaughter
sister Edna Mengle, Lebanon
sister Ida Boger, Lebanon
Preceded in death by:
Son Ralph E. Plasterer
Brothers Harry Plasterer, Frank Plasterer and Charles Plasterer
Dec 24, 2000
Samuel M. Wolfe Sr., age 71
b. Jul 28, 1929 Swopes Valley PA
d. Dec 22, 2000 Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA
h/o Jean (nee Clark) Wolfe, to whom he had been married 50 years.
S/o late Robert & Mollie (nee Sattizahn) Wolfe
Member, Schuylkill Church of the Brethren, Pine Grove
Member, Pine Grove Masonic Lodge 409 F & AM
Owner/operator Billig Trucking
Air Force Veteran who served in Germany during the Korean War
Survivors:
Son Samuel M. Wolfe Jr., Pine Grove
Son David Wolfe, Pine Grove
Son Kenneth Wolfe, Schuylkill Haven
Daughter Karen Lengel, Pine Grove
8 grandchildren
4 great-grandchildren
brother David Wolfe, Pine Grove Area
Brother Joseph Wolfe, Pine Grove Area
Brother Robert Wolfe, Pine Grove Area
Sister Eva Wambaugh, Palmyra
Sister Mary Brown, Ravine
Sister Martha Kutz, Oak Grove
Sister Molly Daubert, Oak Grove
Preceded in death :
Brothers Mark Wolfe, Adam Wolfe, Paul Wolfe Sr., Walter Wolfe, Daniel Wolfe
Sister Edna
Burial: St. JohnÕs Lutheran Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA
Dec 24, 2000
Curtis L. Frantz, age 79
b. May 7, 1921 Deturksville, Schuylkill Co. PA
d. Dec 23, 2000 Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA
s/o late Harvey E. & Hattie R. (nee Fehr) Frantz
65 year member, Salem HetzelÕs Lutheran Church, Pine Grove
1938 Graduate, Pine Grove H. S.
1942 Graduate, Penn State w/ bachelorÕs and masterÕs degree in education
Last employed as the director of Schuylkill Co Vo Tech Schoo
Member, PA State Education Association Retirees
US Navy veteran of WW2
56 year member, Pine Grove American Legion Post 374
50 year member, Pine Grove Masonic Lodge #409 F & AM
member, Rajah Shrine, Reading
member, The Scottish Rite and the Consistory of Reading
member, Friendensburg & Roedersville Game & Fish
Preceded in death by:
Brother Stanley Frantz
Burial: Schuylkill Memorial Park Cemetery, Schuylkill Haven, Schuylkill Co., PA
Dec 24, 2000
Walter J. Mintz, age 75
b. Feb 16, 1925 S. Manheim Twp., Schuylkill Co. PA
d. Dec 23, 2000 Pottsville, Shuylkill Co. PA
h/o Jean (nee Lapinsky) Mintz, w/whom he was married 56 years.
S/o late Walter & Sophie (nee Hartz) Mintz
Owner & operator of Walter J. Mintz excavating contractor in Schuylkill Haven since 1950, retired
in 1992.
US Army veteran served in 86th Infantry in Italy in WW2
Attended St. Ambrose Roman Catholic Church, Schuylkill Haven
Survivors:
Son Walter Mintz, Ayer MA
Son Dennis Mints, Schuylkill Haven
Daughter Jean Mintz, Schuylkill Haven
Daughter Joann Webber, Schuylkill Haven
Daughter Darlene Faust, Virginia Beach VA
Sister Edith Herr, Campbelltown
Sister Irene Darosh, Orwigsburg
Sister Elizabeth Patschkee, Lebanon
8 grandchildren
Preceded in death by:
Brothers Francis Mintz, 1987
Edward Mintz, 1964
Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 25, 2000
David L. Kreiser, age 34
b. Jun 16, 1966 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 23, 2000 Lebanon PA
s/o John H. & Helen (nee Laub) Kreiser
Machinist for PA Quality Tool & Die, Myerstown
Member, Living Waters Chapel, Lebanon, where he taught childrenÕs church and served as
commander of Penn-Del 87 Royal Rangers.
Graduate of Lebanon H. S.
Coached youth soccer and baseball.
Survivors:
Sister Bonnie, w/o Timothy Boteski, Benton
Sister Holly Kreiser, Annville
2 nephews and 1 niece
burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. AP
Dec 25, 2000
Rev. W. Lyndon Hess, age 92
b. Apr 14, 1908 Brooklyn NY
d. Dec 21, 2000 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
s/o late William L. Sr. & Nelie T. (nee Viall) Hess.
Retired teacher and chairman of the English department of Milton Hershey School 1941 Š 1973
1953 Š 1955, licensed Episcopal layreader at All Saints Episcopal Church, Hershey
Member, All Saints Episcopal Church, Hershey
1960, Ordained to the permanent diaconate and was then known as Rev. W. Lyndon Hess
Served as assistant pastor until retiring in 1986.
Sergeant of the Army Air Force, serving 30 months overseas.
Taught English at Terre Hill and Earl Township schools in Lancaster Co. 10 years.
Graduate work at Montana State University
Graduate, Millersville Teachers College.
Attended Wesley College Institute, Dover, DE
Survivors:
Nephew Michael Casle, Hockessin, DE
Niece Carlyn Wojtal, Pineville NC
Personal
Representatives William R. & Grace Fisher, Hershey
Preceded in death by:
Sister Elaine Casale
Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 25, 2000
Adam A. Struphar, age 86
b. Feb 26, 1914 Bellegrove, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 24, 2000 E. Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
h/o Anna S. (nee Shuey) Struphar, to whom he was married 65 years, on Sunday, Dec 24, 2000
s/o late John & Lizzie (nee Bomgardner) Struphar
Employed by Agway until retirement in 1979.
Member, Ono United Methodist Church
Member, Ono Fire Company
Member, Bellegrove Fire Company
Member, Jonestown Senior Cititzen.
Avid bowler and bird watcher.
Survivors:
Daughter Mary L. Hostetter, N.Annville Twp.
Grandson Jim Hostetter, S.Annville Twp.
Grandson Dennis Hostetter, N.Annvilletowp.
Granddaughter Karen Moyer, Ebenezer (Lebanon)
5 great-grandchildren
He was the last of his immediate family.
Burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 26, 2000
Selma K. (nee King) Wenger, age 89
b. Sep 22, 1911 Heidelberg Twp, Lebanon Co.
d.Dec 24, 2000 Palmyra
burial: Heidelberg Cemetery, Heidelberg Township, Lebanon Co.
w/o the late: John Jacob Wenger
d/o the late: Henry and Alice (nee Kurtz) Wenger
Survivors:
Dau. Elaine w/o Donald Fair, Lebanon
Dau. Ruth w/o John Tabakelis of Morgantown
7 gc (stands for grandchildren)
14 ggc (stands for great grandchildren)
Or, this one also taken from an obituary from Dec 26, 2000
Dec 26, 2000
Sister Mary Mark, age 92
(aka Helen Kristovensky)
birthdate & location not mentioned
d. Dec 24, 2000, Danville, PA
burial: Sisters Cemetery, Danville
d/o the late Michael & Anna (nee Cech) Kristovensky
survivors:
sister Elizabeth Sydock of Sayre PA
and nieces and nephews.
Dec 26, 2000
Harold W. Stansfield, age 89
b. Jan 4, 1911 Shiremanstown, PA
d. Dec 23, 2000 Franklin, TN
burial: Hershey Cemetery, Hershey, PA
s/o Wm Harold (deceased) & Mary (nee Leisman) Stansfield
h/o Edna Burch Stansfield
survivors:
daughter Karen A. Smith, Thomaston, GA
son William H. Stansfield, Milledge, GA
son Byron B. Stanfield, Franklin TN
brother Charles Stanfield, Shiremansytown
sister Vera Whisler of Shiremanstown
Dec 26, 2000
Curtis L. Frantz Sr., age 79
b. May 7, 1921 Deturksville
d. Dec 23, 2000 Pottsville
h/o Mamie (nee Brown) Frantz md to for 57 yrs.
s/o of the late Harvey E. & Hattie R. (nee Fehr) Frantz
buried: Schuykill Memorial Cemetery, Schuylkill Haven.
survivors:
son Curtis L. Frantz, Jr., Reading
son Gary Frantz, Mifflintown
brother Harold Frantz, of Delaware
4 gc
2 ggc
Preceeded in death by:
brother Stanley Frantz
Dec 26, 2000
George E. Leibich Sr., age 56
b. Jan 28, 1944
d. Dec 24, 2000 Harrisburg
s/o John H. (deceased) & Mary Jane (nee Martel) Leibich
h/o Sherry M. (nee Light) Leibich
buried: Grand View Memorial Park, Annville
survivors:
son George E. Leibich Jr., Newport
son Stephen M. Leibich, Harrisburg
son Christopher S. Leibich, Harrisburg
brother John H. Leibich Jr., Chattanooga, TN
brother Arthur W. Leibich, Lebanon
Dec 26, 2000
Dae Nam Kwon, age 76
b. Sep 5, 1924 South Korea
d. Dec 25, 2000 Lebanon
h/o Kyong Cha (nee Yi) Kwon
s/o the late Chang S. & Chang San (nee Kim) Kwon
buried: Grand View Memorial Park, Annville
survivors:
son In Ho Kwon, Lebanon
son In Su Kwon, Richland
son Chun Ho Kwon, Brooklyn NY
son Chon Ho Kwon, York
dau Chu Ja Kwon, South Korea
dau Sun Im w/o Terry Crouse, Newmanstown
dau Hyo Chong w/o Saeoek O of State College
dau Hyo Sung w/o Joohyun Ro of Raleigh, NC
Dec 27, 2000
Emma Nora Gerberich, age 90
b. Nov 13, 1910 East Hanover Twp, Dauphin County, PA
d. Dec 26, 2000 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA
d/o late Alfred W. & Kate E. (Jones) Gerberich
Retired Hershey Foods Corp.
Member Palm Lutheran Church, Palmyra
Member Hershey Retirees & Chocolate Workers Union Local 464
WomenÕs fellowship at her church
Sewing, gardening, quiliting, crocheting
Survivors:
Niece Betty J. OÕNeal, Hershey
Niece Anna E. Bickle, Grantville
Niece Amy M. Rhoad, Grantville
Niece Eva M. Eshleman, Palmyra
Niece Pauline E. Fureman, Hummelstown
Niece Myrle E. Boyer, Jonestown
Niece Phyllis A. Gecker, Newtown
Nephew John C. Rhine, Grantville
Nephew Paul H. Rhine, Humelstown
Nephew Warren J. Rhoad, Hershey
Nephew Alfred H. Gerberich, Raleigh, NC
Nephew Stanley R. Gerberich, Lewisberry
Burial: ShellÕs church Cemetery, East Hanover twp, Dauphin Co. PA
Dec 27, 2000
Clifford E. Bender, age 72
b. date not listed
d. Dec 25, 2000 Jefferson Twp, Berks Co. PA
h/o Susie (nee Mirabile) Bender
s/o late George F. & Mildred I. (nee Keener) Bender
Chief Petty Officer in the Navy WW2, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba
Sheet metalist and welder at former Rockwell International, Wyommising
Past commander and life member of Richland American Legion Post
Life member South End Club in Reading
Member Newmanstown Athletic Association
Member Altalaha Lutheran Church, Rehersburg
Survivors:
Step-brother Harold Trautman, Mechanicsburg
Brother Charles Bender, Virginia Beach VA
Sister Mary Bender, Chicago IL
Several nieces and nephews
Burial: Altalaha Church Cemetery, Rehrersburg, Berks Co. PA
Dec 27, 2000
Reed H. Koenig, age 39
b. Jul 14, 1961 Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA
d. Dec 26, 2000 Reading, Berks Co. PA
s/o Henry & Shirley (nee Merkey) Koenig, Pine Grove
Member St. PeterÕs Lutheran Church, Pine Grove
1979 Graduate Pine Grove H. S.
1981 Associates degree in Electrical engineering from Penn StateÕs Schuylkill Haven Campus
1986 BachelorÕs degree in Physics from Albright College, Reading
1994 MasterÕs degree in Electrical Engineering Lehigh Univ, Bethlehem
Engineering Manager Agrere Systems, formerly the Lucent Tech, Reading
Survivors:
Sister Kathy Sipe, Harrisburg
Sister Kim Shroeder, Barnesville
A nephew
A friend, Barbara Tazik, West Reading
Aunts, uncles and cousins
Burial: Reedsville Cemetery, Reedsville, Schuylkill Co. PA
Dec 27, 2000
Mildred W. "Peggy" Ulrich (nee Hartz), age 77
b. Aug 28, 1923 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 24, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
w/o Raymond B. Ulrich
d/o late Mary Hartz
Retired Perry Dept Store of 22 years
Bookkeeper for the former for Valley Trust Bank in Palmyra
Member Palm Lutheran Church, Palmyra
Member Palmyra Snior Citizens
Palmyra Graden Club
Women of Evangelical Lutheran Church of America
Palmyra American Legion Auxilary
Survivors:
Daughter Karen, w/o Harry Fox, Annville
Daughter Kendra, w/o Douglas Werner, Downingtown
Son Keith, h/o Diana Ulrich, Gettysburg
Brother Jack Hartz, Lebanon
Brother Larry Hartz, Lebanon
Brother Jay Hartz, Palmyra
Brother Ray Hartz, Annville
6 grandchildren
burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, East Hanover Twp, Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 27, 2000
James Micah Belleman, age 3_
b. date not listed Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 25, 2000 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA
s/o Michael S. & Vicki L. (nee Keilly) Belleman
Member of Richland Church of the Brethren
Survivors:
Brother Jason Belleman, Newmanstown
Brother Jonathan Belleman, Millcreek Twp
Brother Joshua Belleman, Millcreek Twp
Paternal
Grandparents Richard & Ella Belleman, Richland
Paternal
Grandparents Leon & Peggy Beck, Richland
Maternal
Grandparents Robert & Margaret Keilly, Newmanstown
Maternal
Great-grandmother Mary Merkel, Lebanon
Burial: Richland Cemetery, Richland PA
Dec 27, 2000
David L. Kreiser, age 34
b. Jun 16, 1966 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 23, 2000 Lebanon PA
s/o John H. & Helen (nee Laub) Kreiser
Machinest for PA Quality Tool & Die Co, Myerstown
Member Living Waters chapel, N. Lebanon
Taught ChildrenÕs church
Served as Commander on the Penn-Del 87 Royal Rangers
Graduate of Northern Lebanon H. S.
Coached youth soccer and baseball.
Survivors:
Sister Bonnie, w/o Timothy Potoeski, Benton
Sister Holly Kreiser, Annville
Two nephews and a niece.
Burial: Grand View Cemetery, N. Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA
Dec 27, 2000
Kenneth L. Bennett Jr., age 44
b. Apr 24, 1956 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 24, 2000 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA
s/o Kenneth L. Sr. & Lucetta J. (nee Lantz) Bennett
1974 Graduate Lebanon H. S.
Chef at Harrisburg Maennerchor
Member of Pennsmen and played darts at the Clover Club
Member of the West End Republican club
Member William Penn Club
Member Friendship Fire Co., all of Harrisburg
Survivors:
Brother David M. Bennett Sr. Lebanon
Sister Robin L., w/o David Long, Lebanon
Sister Eva Marie, w/o Kenneth P. Nauman, Lebanon
Several nieces and nephews
A close friend Nancy Dudley of Duncannon.
Dec 27, 2000
Jennifer L. Miller (nee Warmkessel), age 35
b. date not mentioned Reading, Berks Co. PA
d. Dec 24, 2000 Allentown, PA
w/o Timothy A. Miller
d/o Richard D. Jr. & Dixie L. (nee Harvey) Warmkessel
Client Development Specialist for Dunn & Bradstreet in Bethlehem 11 yers
Member Community United Church of Christ in St. Lawrence
1983 graduate of Exeter Twp H. S.
1987 Penn State graduate with a B.S. in Business Mgmt
Survivors:
Brother Jeffrey A. Warmkessel, Oley
Burial: Berks Co. Memorial Gardens, Maiden Creek Township, PA
Dec 27, 2000
Ethel G. Schaeffer (nee Felty), age 88
b. Aug 30, 1912 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA
d. Dec 26, 2000 Lebanon PA
w/o late David M. Schaeffer
d/o late Ellsworth & Ida (nee Walmer) Felty
Employed by No-Mend Hosiery
OnofreyÕs & Northside 5 & 10 store.
Member Salem Lutheran Church, Lebanon
Sunday School teacher 25 years
Member and past president of the Rescue Hose Co. No 4
Weavertown Fire Co. Auxiliaries
Survivors:
Daughter Sharon I., w/o William L. Patton, Lewsiburg
Granddaughter Wendy L., w/o Michael D. Keller, Myerstown
Granddaughter Cheryl A. Patton, Yardley
2 great-grandchildren
she was the last of her immediate family.
Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N. Annville Twp. Lebanon Co. PA