Obits: November 2001: Abstracts from Lebanon Daily News, Lebanon Co, PA Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/copyright.htm http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/pa/pafiles.htm ************************************************ File contributed for use in USGenWeb Archives by: Krista K. Gable eagle429@bright.net Obituary abstracts from the Lebanon Daily News, Lebanon, PA. People lived in Schuylkill, Dauphin, Lebanon, Berks, and Lancaster Counties. ************************************************ NOVEMBER 2001 OBITURY ABSTRACTS LEBANON DAILY NEWS LEBANON, LEBANON CO, PENNSYLVANIA SUBMITTED BY KRISTA GABLE Index by order listed. Nov 1, 2001 Anna I. Kettering, age 87 Nov 1, 2001 Fern I. Eckler, age 77 Nov 1, 2001 David L. Kessler, age 37 Nov 1, 2001 Linda (nee Vance) Jones Conway, age 45 Nov 2, 2001 Jane A. (nee Sheehan) Aungst, age 79 Nov 2, 2001 Robert E. "Bob" Rittle, Jr., age 64 Nov 2, 2001 Prudence B. "Prudy" (nee Brady) Meily, age 75 Nov 2, 2001 Kenneth E. "Ken" White, age 78 Nov 3, 2001 Buhrman G. Keim, age 61 Nov 3, 2001 John D. Smoot, age 78 Nov 3, 2001 Clarence R. Schneck, age 85 Nov 3, 2001 Prudence B. Meily, age 75 Nov 3, 2001 Leona M. (nee Oesch) Wilson, age 84 Nov 4, 2001 Robert E. "Bob" Rittle Jr., age 64 Nov 4, 2001 Pauline (nee Consagro) George, age 83 Nov 4, 2001 Anthony S. Della Pietra, age 76 Nov 4, 2001 Eric P. Raihl, age 48 Nov 4, 2001 Mildred M. (nee Weierbach) Shirk, age 79 Nov 4, 2001 Anna W. (nee Wahl) Davis, age 86 Nov 4, 2001 Bonita (nee Weaver) Lazorjack, age 80 Nov 4, 2001 Robert M. Wimer, age 80 Nov 5, 2001 Tomasa (nee Collazo) Gonzalez, age 92 Nov 5, 2001 Dr. E. Raymond Place, age 93 Nov 5, 2001 Ray C. Firestone, age 70 Nov 5, 2001 R. Everett Moore, age 88 Nov 5, 2001 Charles W. Rettew Sr., age 75 Nov 5, 2001 Julia C. (nee Crnovich) Shultz, age 83 Nov 5, 2001 Seymour M. Kantor, age 83 Nov 5, 2001 Shirley M. (nee Krause) Fidler, age 69 Nov 5, 2001 Carl C. Summers, age 86 Nov 5, 2001 Bonita (nee Weaver) Lazorjack, age 80 Nov 6, 2001 Alice E. (nee Herr) Hains, age 85 Nov 6, 2001 Beatrice M. (nee Newmaster) Szuchanek Sahonic, age 90 Nov 6, 2001 John F. Rineman, age 74 Nov 6, 2001 Ellis C. Harlan Sr., age 62 Nov 6, 2001 Carl C. Summers, age 86 Nov 6, 2001 Samuel A. Geib, age 86 Nov 6, 2001 Esther M. Sholly, age 83 Nov 6, 2001 Angela Mercy Boltz, newborn Nov 7, 2001 Lynn (a.k.a. Linda H. Erney) Hardy, age 54 Nov 7, 2001 Kim C. Clinger, age 48 Nov 7, 2001 Ellis C. Harlan Sr., age 62 Nov 7, 2001 Beatrice M. (nee Newmaster) Szuchanek Sahonic, age 90 Nov 7, 2001 Thelma E. (nee Clauser) Zartman, age 85 Nov 7, 2001 Joseph W. Shiner, age 78 Nov 7, 2001 Roy R. McCuen, age 52 Nov 8, 2001 Rev. Wayne A. Lutz, age 92 Nov 8, 2001 James E. Frey, age 70 Nov 8, 2001 Elizabeth H. (nee Lehman) Brandt, age 92 Nov 9, 2001 Alice K. (nee Carpenter) Eberly, age 90 Nov 9, 2001 Laura Susann Krepps, age 17 Nov 9, 2001 Earl S. Hershey, age 82 Nov 9, 2001 Reginald D. "Reggie" Leffler, age 59 Nov 9, 2001 John C. Rhan, age 74 Nov 9, 2001 Sadie A. (nee Ditzler) Peiffer, age 90 Nov 9, 2001 Elizabeth H. (nee Lehman) Brandt, age 92 Nov 9, 2001 Alva V. (nee Boehler) Kahl, age 98 Nov 9, 2001 Stephen J. Chrin, age 83 Nov 10, 2001 Dr. William L. Schaefer, age 84 Nov 10, 2001 Edward J. Hartman, age 70 Nov 10, 2001 Robert J. Snyder, age 71 Nov 10, 2001 Betty J. (nee Goss) Groy, age 78 Nov 11, 2001 Brian S. Rothenberger, age 35 Nov 11, 2001 Rachel L. (nee Kapp) Urich, age 67 Nov 11, 2001 Shirley E. (nee Bicksler-Sutherly) Edris, age 65 Nov 12, 2001 Daniel F. Klein, age 86 Nov 12, 2001 Jeremiah M. Edris, age 89 Nov 12, 2001 Coredlia H. (nee Frederick) Miller, age 88 Nov 12, 2001 Rachel L. (nee Kapp) Urich, age 67 Nov 13, 2001 Violet M. (nee Waltz) Sanders, age 86 Nov 14, 2001 Eva G. (nee Nauman) Rodgers, age 99 Nov 14, 2001 Clayton T. Geesaman, age 17 Nov 14, 2001 Mabel A. (nee Heist) Rowe, age 96 Nov 14, 2001 Daniel S. Binkley, age 70 Nov 15, 2001 Kimberly A. (nee Wilcox) Rittle, age 37 Nov 15, 2001 Joseph A. Hehn, age 93 Nov 15, 2001 Park E. Shupp Jr., 63 Nov 16, 2001 L. Regis Witter, age 86 Nov 16, 2001 Ruth I. (nee Collins) Morris, age 68 Nov 15, 2001 Verna G. (nee Ginder) Hoffer, age 76 Nov 17, 2001 Samuel S. Palevo Sr., age 75 Nov 17, 2001 Chester T. "Chet" Spotts, age 94 Nov 17, 2001 Hedwig "Hedy" (nee Mueller) Fulmer, age 65 Nov 17, 2001 Harold V. Becker, age 74 Nov 17, 2001 Amy Jo Nelson, age 26 Nov 18, 2001 Robert E. Shrum, age 76 Nov 18, 2001 Dora I. (nee Williamson) Stuckey, age 81 Nov 18, 2001 Helen R. (nee Yorty) Kassman, age 84 Nov 18, 2001 Jacob Michael Donati, stillborn Nov 18, 2001 Mary G. (nee Greish) Hartman, age 90 Nov 18, 2001 Florence E.H. (nee Hutchinson) Yocum, age 92 Nov 18, 2001 Edith (nee Klick) Voss, age 97 Nov 18, 2001 Elsie M. (nee Netzley) Fasnacht, age 97 Nov 19, 2001 Cordelia E. (nee Fritz) Pheasant, age 85 Nov 19, 2001 Charles D. Wert, age 75 Nov 19, 2001 Walter G. Horstick, age 78 Nov 20, 2001 Russell F. Heffelfinger, age 72 Nov 20, 2001 Livia Jane Hoffer, stillborn Nov 20, 2001 Shirley J. (nee Fetter) Ginder, age 64 Nov 20, 2001 Florence M. (nee Peffley) Griffiths, age 75 Nov 20, 2001 Elizabeth E. (nee Barlett) Brugger, age 72 Nov 20, 2001 Marie M. (nee Schwartz) Felty, age 74 Nov 20, 2001 Myrtle E. (nee Mentzer) Bamberger, 93 Nov 20, 2001 Christine Jane Burchett, stillborn Nov 20, 2001 Esther C. (nee Scheidy) Henne, age 97 Nov 20, 2001 Arline E. "Betty" (nee Kiefer) Miller, age 78 Nov 20, 2001 Howard H. Baer, age 89 Nov 22, 2001 Shirley Jeanne (nee Fetter) Ginder, age 64 Nov 21, 2001 Shirley Jeanne (nee Fetter) Ginder, age 64 Nov 21, 2001 Russell F. Heffelfinger, age 72 Nov 21, 2001 Mary E. (nee Painter) Jennings, age 92 Nov 21, 2001 Ruth E. (nee Summers) Binkley, age 77 Nov 21, 2001 William M. Moats, age 84 Nov 21, 2001 Carole A. (nee Donmoyer) Brent, age 63 Nov 22, 2001 Melvin E. Gettle Sr., age 61 Nov 22, 2001 Leslie T. Swanson, age 96 Nov 22, 2001 Richard C. "Dick" Blouch, age 92 Nov 22, 2001 Marion S. (nee Stover) Miller, age 91 Nov 22, 2001 Richard P. Hollinger, age 68 Nov 23, 2001 Dorothy M. Witmeyer, age 83 Nov 23, 2001 Dorothy R. (nee Wentling) Whitman, age 86 Nov 23, 2001 Ruth I. (nee Strausser) Lehman, age 92 Nov 24, 2001 Lizzie H. (nee Wolfe) Harris, age 96 Nov 24, 2001 Elsie B. (nee Witmer) Herr, age 61 Nov 24, 2001 Brett James Hardenstine, age 42 Nov 24, 2001 Esther Luz Cancel, age 37 Nov 24, 2001 George S. Boyd, age 81 Nov 24, 2001 Gary P. "Peanut" Mangine, age 27 Nov 24, 2001 Verna L. (nee Parks) Grimes, age 90 Nov 24, 2001 Carlton K. "Cocky" Davis, age 69 Nov 24, 2001 Morris R. Blodgett, age 83 Nov 25, 2001 Ruth I. (nee Strausser) Lehman, age 92 Nov 25, 2001 Verna L. (nee Parks) Grimes, age 90 Nov 25, 2001 Terry R. Kemp, age 67 Nov 25, 2001 Roy A. Lutz, Sr, age 72 Nov 25, 2001 Marlin C. Lehman, age 85 Nov 25, 2001 Ruth R. Layman, age 86 Nov 25, 2001 Marlin E. Shellenhamer, age 79 Nov 25, 2001 Ruth P. (nee Bretz) Brown, age 99 Nov 26, 2001 Christine A. (nee Smith) Scheirer, age 86 Nov 26, 2001 Ann (nee Geller) Youngerman, age unknown Nov 26, 2001 Ruth I. (nee Strausser) Lehman, age 92 Nov 27, 2001 Sara Rebecca "Becky" Lee, age not provide Nov 27, 2001 Marion S. (nee Speicher) Crist, age 77 Nov 27, 2001 Richard Alton Lantzy, age 65 Nov 27, 2001 David B. Good, age 74 Nov 27, 2001 Wayne B. Hadley, age 75 Nov 28, 2001 Richard Alton Lantzy, age 65 Nov 28, 2001 Charles R. Thompson, age 65 Nov 28, 2001 Dennis R. "Denny" Herb, age 55 Nov 28, 2001 Paul S. Stoltzfus, age 79 Nov 29, 2001 Landis E. Tice III, age 52 Nov 29, 2001 Barry L. March, age 56 Nov 29, 2001 C. Franklin Coover, age 82 Nov 29, 2001 E. Jeanette (nee Young) Tanner, age 81 Nov 30, 2001 Dr. Mary N. Royer, age 93 Nov 30, 2001 Lee R. Folk, age 70 Nov 30, 2001 Gladys E. (nee Clouser) Blouch Snyder, age 83 Nov 30, 2001 Frances E. (nee Quigg) Heeter, age 80 Nov 1, 2001 Anna I. Kettering, age 87 b. Jun 28, 1914 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 31, 2001 N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA d/o late Joseph H. & Virgie E. (nee Kreider) Kettering Graduate, Messiah College Graduate, Lebanon Valley College Retired as a missionary in Africa after more than 25 years, teaching English and the Bible. Member, United Christian Church, Palmyra Member, United Christian Church Missionary Society. Survivors: Brother John R. Kettering, Palmyra Sister Elizabeth McNeill, St. Petersburg, Florida Nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Brother Joseph E. Kettering. Burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, North Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 1, 2001 Fern I. Eckler, age 77 b. Aug 15, 1924 Hegins, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Oct 31, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d/o late Harry & Amy (nee Tobias) Eckler member, St. John's Methodist Church, Hegins Survivors: Sister Pearl White, Pine Grove Nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Sister June Hepler Brothers John Eckler and Guy Eckler Burial: Friedens Union Cemetery, Hegins, Schuylkill Co. PA Nov 1, 2001 David L. Kessler, age 37 b. Jul 9, 1964 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA d. Oct 30, 2001 Halifax, Dauphin Co. PA s/o Jean Ruths and late Warren H. Lengel motor vehicle accident. formerly of Pine Grove employed as an aircraft mechanic at the Indiantown Gap Military Reservation Flight facility. Army Veteran having served in Panama from Jun 23, 1983 Ð June 24, 1986 In Germany, Nov 23, 1988 Ð Jan 23, 1992 Active Duty, and in Oct 15, 1998 in the PA National Guard. In Honduras in 2000. Received five Army Achievement medals, National Defense Service Medal, Army Service ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, Parachute Badge, Aircraft Crewman Badge, Non- Commissioned Officers Professional Development Ribbon and the Thomas J. Stewart Medal. Survivors: FiancŽ Colleen Young, Halifax Grandmother Blanche Miller, Elysburg Sister Brenda Anspach, Pine Grove Sister Cindy Bender, Frystown Brother Norman Hatfield, Tremont Cousins. Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E. Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 1, 2001 Linda (nee Vance) Jones Conway, age 45 b. Aug 5, 1956 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA d. Oct 29, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o Michael Conway. D/o Hilda May (nee Skocik) Nornhold and the late Aaron E. Vance. Member, Linglestown American Legion Ladies Auxiliary 272 for six years. Enjoyed reading and sewing. Survivors: Daughter Adai Vance, Palmyra Daughter Kasi Jones, Hummelstown Son Aaron Gregory Jones, Harrisburg Sister Donna Werner, Harrisburg Sister Sharon Burns, Enola Four grandchildren Former husband A. Greg Jones, Harrisburg Burial: no location is listed. Nov 2, 2001 Jane A. (nee Sheehan) Aungst, age 79 b. Sep 13, 1922 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 1, 2001 Cleona, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Marlin L. Aungst, w/whom she celebrated 47 years, Jul 2001. D/o late Peter & Emma (nee Kreiser) Sheehan Longtime county and state Republican Committee member. Joined the Lebanon Co. Republican Committee in 1975 Elected 3 years later as the county's represtative to the PA Republican Committee Served on the state committee for 14 years. Retired deputy clerk of Orphan's Coart and Register of Wills Office in Lebanon Co, 9 years. Graduate, Lebanon High School Charter member, North Lebanon Township Lioness Club Former vice chair-woman of the Republican County Committee Former member, Republican State Committee. Member, Immanuel United Methodist Church, Cleona Member, Friendship Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary Member, Lebanon Co. Republican Executive Committee and County Committee Member, Cleona Crime Watch Member, Republican Women's Council, where for 17 years she was in charge of the club's "Shoes for Needy Children" program. In March 1996, selected as a member, PA Honor Roll of Women by the Governor's PA Commission for Women. The Honor roll is permanently on display in the PA State Museum. Survivors: Number of nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Brothers Jay, James, and Peter Sheehan Sisters Blanche Kuklentz and Mae Smith Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 2, 2001 Robert E. "Bob" Rittle, Jr., age 64 b. Jun 20, 1937 Fredericksburg, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 31, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Janet G. (nee Martin) Rittle, to whom he was married 44 years on Oct 20, 2001. S/o late Robert Elias Sr. & Mamie (nee Krissinger) Rittle. Foundry worker at Tech Cast Inc. in Myerstown Attended Evangelical Free Church, Hershey Former bowler in the Merchant's League and the Cornwall Area Mixed League Survivors: Son Robert L., h/o Teri Rittle, Richland Son Jay B., h/o Michelle Rittle, Lebanon Son Scott A. Rittle, Lebanon Daughter Sherri L. Engle, Frystown Brother Harvey, h/o Arleen Rittle, Lebanon Brother Dave, h/o Christine Rittle, Lebanon Brother Ken, h/o Linda Rittle, Florida Sister Betty, w/o Allen Sudbury, Annville Sister Fay, w/o Gary Breidenstine, Grantville Sister Verna Berk, Lebanon Sister Joyce, w/o Bob Weaver, Lebanon Sister Phoebe, w/o Nelson Murray, Ohio Sister Clara, w/o Ray Moyer, Bernville Sister Pauline, w/o Clarence Ginder, Hershey Twin Sister Mamie, w/o Joe Haldeman, Myerstown 12 grandchildren number of nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Brothers Ralpy Rittle and Howard Rittle Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 2, 2001 Prudence B. "Prudy" (nee Brady) Meily, age 75 b. Mar 9, 1926 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 31, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o Walter S. Meily d/o late Charles & Dorothy (nee Rutter) Brady Graduate, Lebanon High School, where she was a cheerleader Former visitor's guide, Hershey Foods Chocolate World Retired as a supervisor for Chocolate World Member, Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Hershey Member, Hershey Chapter 509 Order of the Easter Star Member, the National Library of Poetry. Avid writer of poetry and had several of her poems published. Survivors: Son Donald W. Meily, Hershey Son Dennis J. Meily, Hershey Daughter Carol Meily, Doylestown 5 grandchildren three great-grandchildren burial: Hershey Cemetery, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA Nov 2, 2001 Kenneth E. "Ken" White, age 78 b. Feb 10, 1923 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 1, 2001 Lebanon PA h/o Lucetta B. (nee Roth) White, to whome he was married 49 years, June 28, 2001. S/o late William White & Ollie (nee Shott) White Shaak. Retired truck driver from the former Hall's Motor Freight in Mechanicsburg Army Veteran of WW2 Member, Grace Independent Church, Lebanon Member, Friendship Fire Co., Lebanon Survivors: Daughter Barbara A., w/o Edward White, Glen Rock Sister Ellen Jane Kercher, Lebanon Three grandchildren A great-grandchild Preceded in death by: Brother Charles White Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 3, 2001 Buhrman G. Keim, age 61 b. date not listed location not listed. d. Nov 1, 2001 Vineland, New Jersey h/o late Dorothea Ann (nee Garman) Keim, who died in 1987. S/o Madeleine Scanlin and the late Buhrman Keim Step/s/o late William Scanlin Before retirement, employed as quality control & compliance coordinator Associate scientist at Whitehall-Robins Pharmaceutical Research Development Hammonton, NJ for five years. Also worked, Frinton Laboratories in Vineland, for 29 years, as Synthetic Organic Chemist Also, real estate salesman. Received bachelor's degree in chemistry, Lebanon Valley College Attended graduate college courses at several other institutions. Member, American Chemical Society Member, Eagle Scout Association of Lebanon Co. Member, N-Trak Model Railroad Association Attended St.Isadore's Roman Catholic Church, Vineland NJ Avid collector. Survivors: Daughter Lisa M., w/o Brian P. Fagan, Vineland NJ Daughter Kara K. Keim, Vineland NJ Daughter Andrea T. Keim, Rockville Maryland Brother Mike, h/o Tracy Scanlin, Annville Brother Rev. Joseph Scanlin, Lebanon Sister Catherine, w/o Gilbert Shaffer, Denville NJ Sister Mary, w/o Dave Rakow, Lebanon Sister Agatha, w/o Charles Neubauer, Lebanon Sister Agnes, w/o Frank Tavani, Easton Three grandsons Several nieces and nephews. Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co.PA Nov 3, 2001 John D. Smoot, age 78 b. Sep 15, 1923 Conway, Maryland d. Nov 1, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o late Margaret J. (nee Hahn) Smoot, who died in 1972. S/o late David & Beulah (nee Ryman) Smoot Carpenter Member, Carpenter's Union Local 677, Lebanon Army veteran of WW2 & Korea War Graduate, Annville High School. Member, Lebanon VFW Member, Annville American Legion Survivors: Daughter Susan K., w/o Richard Gulotta, Long Beach NJ Daughter Judy A., w/o Finley Saxman, Cornwall Step-dau Susan, w/o Keith Kadish, Middletown Sister Helen Stump, Vienna VA Eight grandchildren Eight great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Sisters Dora Miller and Georgeann Smoot Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 3, 2001 Clarence R. Schneck, age 85 b. Oct 13, 1916 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co PA d. Nov 1, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA s/o late William & Maggie (nee Zerbe) Schneck worked for Bethlehem Steel, 30 years, retired 1981 Army veteran of WW2 Member, Trinity United Church of Christ, Rehrersburg Member, Kempton Rod & Gun Club Member, Bethel VFW Member, Rehrersburg Fire Co. Survivors: Friend Mary J. Lutz, Myerstown Son Harold B. Schneck, Shillington Brother Charles Schneck, Rehrersburg Brother Carl Schneck, Myerstown Brother Curtis Schneck, Myerstown Sister Bertha Schneck McCarthy, Bernville Sister Dorothy Schneck Berger, Lebanon Four grandchildren Eight great-grandchildren Burial: not listed. Nov 3, 2001 Prudence B. Meily, age 75 b. Mar 9, 1926 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 31, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o Walter S. Meily d/o late Charles & Dorothy (nee Rutter) Brady. Graduate, Lebanon High School, she was a cheerleader Former guide for Hershey Foods Chocolate World Retired as supervisor for Chocolate World Member, Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Hershey Member, Hershey Chapter 509 Order of Eastern Star Member, National Library of Poetry Avid writer of poetry and had several of her poems published. Survivors: Son Donald W. Meily, Hershey Son Dennis J. Meily, Hershey Daughter Carol Meily, Doylestown Five grandchildren Three great-grandchildren Burial: Hershey Cemetery, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA Nov 3, 2001 Leona M. (nee Oesch) Wilson, age 84 b. date not listed Flint, Michigan d. Nov 1, 2001 Bethel, Berks Co. PA w/o late Willard J. Wilson, who died Jun 6, 1997. D/o late Jacob & Caroline (nee Armbruster) Oesch Member, Yahweh's Assembly in Messiah, Myerstown Survivors: Daughter Janet A., w/o George Garner, Bethel Daughter Carol J., w/o Dan Brewer, Booneville Brother Arthur Oesch, Atlanta, Michigan Sister Dorothy (nee Oesch) Garrison, Boca Raton, FL Four grandchildren Four great-grandchildren Burial: not listed. Nov 4, 2001 Robert E. "Bob" Rittle Jr., age 64 b. Jun 20, 1937 Fredericksburg, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 31, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Janet G. (nee Martin) Rittle, to whom he was married 44 years, Oct 20, 2001 s/o late Robert Elias Sr. & Mamie (nee Krissinger) Rittle foundry worker at Tech Cast Inc., Myerstown attended, Evangelical Free Church, Hershey former bowler in the Merchant's League former bowler, Cornwall Area Mixed League Survivors: Son Robert L., h/o Teri Rittle, Richland Son Jay B., h/o Michelle Rittle, Lebanon Son Scott A. Rittle, Lebanon Daughter Sherri L. Engle, Frystown Brother Harvey, h/o Arleen Rittle, Lebanon Brother Dave, h/o Christine Rittle, Lebanon Brother Ken, h/o Linda Rittle, Florida Sister Betty, w/o Allen Sudbury, Annville Sister Fay, w/o Gary Breidenstine, Grantville Sister Verna Berk, Lebanon Sister Joyce, w/o Bob Weaver, Lebanon Sister Phoebe, w/o Nelson Murray, Ohio Sister Clara, w/o Ray Moyer, Bernville Sister Pauline, w/o Clarence Ginder, Hershey Twin sister Mamie, w/o Joe Haldeman, Myerstown 12 grandchildren number of nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Brothers Ralph Rittle and Howard Rittle Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 4, 2001 Pauline (nee Consagro) George, age 83 b. Oct 8, 1918 Pittston, PA d. Nov 2, 2001 Allentown PA d/o late Charles & Christina (nee Zarcone) Consagro lived in Annville and worked in the textile field for several years before relocating to Palmerton owner/operator of Poly Fashions for 25 years, retired 1984. Former chief kitchen and banquet director of the Palmerton VFW for many years. Head of women's Auxiliary of Palmerton VFW Held several other offices with the group. Survivors: Sister Josephine Barbosa, Palmerton Sister Angeline, w/o Joseph Zarcone, Scranton Sister Elizabeth, w/o Ralph Lapresto, Pittston Sister Ann Poters, Dupont Nephew Michael Christopher Consagro, Allentown Several nieces and nephews Grandnieces and grandnephews. Burial: Towamensing Cemetery, Palmerton Nov 4, 2001 Anthony S. Della Pietra, age 76 b. Jun 8, 1925 Brooklyn NY d. Nov 2, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o late Domenica (nee Algeria) Della Pietra s/o late Sebastian & Josephine (nee Colucci) Della Pietra retired owner/operator Della Pietra Professional Cleaners, New York Graduate, Manhattan Aviation Survivors: Daughter Barbara J., w/o Kenneth J. Moody, Lebanon Sister Jennie Della Pietra, Lebanon Several cousins Preceded in death by: Sister Jean Della Pietra Brother Peter Della Pietra Burial: Holy Rood, Westbury NY Nov 4, 2001 Eric P. Raihl, age 48 b. date not listed West Reading, Berks Co. PA d. Nov 2, 2001 Reading, Berks Co. PA h/o Annie R. (nee Flickinger) Raihl s/o Phillip R. & Joyce A. (nee Hickernell) Raihl Leukemia Supervisor for Alcon Precision Device Facility, Sinking Spring, where he worked 15 years. Served as Womelsdorf borough councilman in the 1980s Survivors: Step-dau Tina Flickinginer Seger, Robesonia A granddaughter Brother Brian L. Raihl, Annville Brother Michael L. Raihl, Myerstown Sister Debra Howard, Spring Hill, Kansas Sister Patti Auman, Womelsdorf Sister Cheryl Major, Myerstown Preceded in death by: Brothers Randolph K. Raihl and Philip J. Raihl Burial: Womelsdorf Union Cemetery, Womeldorf, Berks Co. PA Nov 4, 2001 Mildred M. (nee Weierbach) Shirk, age 79 b. date not listed Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 1, 2001 Camp Hill, Cumberland Co. PA w/o late Frederick Grant Shirk. Parents not listed. School bus driver for Houston Co. GA, retiring after 30 years. First woman bus driver in Warner Robins, GA She taught many others to drive school buses. Member, Faith Luther Church, Warner Robins GA Former Girl Scout leader Avid binger player. Survivors: Son Robert L. Shirk, Columbia SC Son Vincent F. Shirk, Columbia SC Daughter Crystallein Egresits, Harrisburg Brother Alfred Weierbach, Annville Brother Mark Weierbach, Annville Brother Warren Weirbach, Lebanon Brother Ray Weirbach, Lancaster Sister Miriam Ziegler, Florida Sister Marcella Weierbach, Palmyra Sister Ethel Lippert, Lebanon Sister Elizabeth Diebus, Cleona 10 grandchildren two great-grandchildren burial: Magnolia Park Cemetery, Warner Robins, Houston Co. GA Nov 4, 2001 Anna W. (nee Wahl) Davis, age 86 b. Jan 21, 1915 Duncannon, PA d. Nov 2, 2001 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Daniel H. Davis d/o late George & Susan (nee Keiser) Wahl Graduate, 1933, Duncannon High School Member, Chirst Church United Church of Christ, Annville Former member, Golden Rule Sunday school class. Survivors: Son John W., h/o Connie Davis, Mt. Gretna Two grandchildren A great-grandson Preceded in death by: Brother John Wahl Sister Alice Wahl Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 4, 2001 Bonita (nee Weaver) Lazorjack, age 80 b. Mar 23, 1921 Gettysburg PA d. Nov 2, 2001 Dover, York Co. PA w/o George W. Lazorjack d/o late C. Lehman & Mary M. (nee Keller) Weaver retired from Herco member, Palm Lutheran Church, Palmyra member, Sojourners Club, Hershey member, AARP enjoyed reading, traveling, and crocheting. Survivors: Daughter Joan Anstine, Dover Daughter Susan Loy, Harrisburg Sister Nadine Brunner, Palmyra Brother Robert Weaver, Hershey Brother Hubert Weaver, Palmyra Two grandsons. Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemtery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 4, 2001 Robert M. Wimer, age 80 b. Feb 21, 1921 Quarryville, Lancaster Co. PA d. Oct 31, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA s/o late Mr. & Mrs. Benjamin Wimer. Army Veteran of WW2. Survivors: A nephew and other family members. Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemtery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 5, 2001 Tomasa (nee Collazo) Gonzalez, age 92 b. Jul 28, 1909 Utuado, Puerto Rico d. Nov 4, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Juan Gonzalez d/o late Juan & Maria (nee Montalvo) Collazo member, St. Benedict the Abbot Church. Survivors: Son Geno Gonzalez, Lebanon Son Emilio Gonzalez, Lebanon Son Jose A. Gonzalez, Lebanon Son Manuel A. Gonzalez, Lebanon Son Carmeo Gonzalez, Lebanon Son Heriberto Gonzalez, Puerto Rico Daughter Felicita Lopez, Lebanon Daughter Iris Torres, Lebanon Daughter Juanita Rios, Puerto Rico Daughter Amalia Acevedo, Puerto Rico four sisters 29 grandchildren 49 great-grandchildren four great-great grandchildren numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Son Domingo Gonzalez Daughter Carmen Maria Two brothers Six sisters Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 5, 2001 Dr. E. Raymond Place, age 93 b. Jul 14, 1908 Lower Providence Township, Montgomery Co. PA d. Nov 3, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o late Winifred S. (nee Shaffer) Place, who died Sep 8, 1978 s/o late Elmer & Annie (nee Hallman) Place. Graduate, Ursinus College Graduate, Jefferson Medical University General practitioner with a private practice in Skippack 1939 Ð 1971. Served four years in the Army during WW2 Tour of duty was in Africa and European Theater of Operations Served as a physician at the Eastern State Penitentiary at Graterford in 1971. Moved to the Lebanon area and worked as a physician at Lebanon VA Medical Center until 1976. After retirement, gave pre-employment exams at Good Samaritan Hospital Served as medical consultant at Spang Crest Manor Served on Cornwall Board of Health Gave flu shots at the Lebanon Senior Center Lifelong baseball fan Was a pitcher on the Ursinus College baseball team. Member, Quentin United Church of Christ, where he served as elder and deacon. Survivors: Daughter Carolyn Place, Lebanon Daughter Bethanne, w/o Paul L. Guertin, Norfolk MA Son Michael E., h/o Allison Place, Lancaster, PA Three grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brothers Russell H. Place and Walter H. Place Sister Gertrude DeChant He was the last of his immediate family. Burial: Trinity United Church of Christ, Skippack, PA Nov 5, 2001 Ray C. Firestone, age 70 b. date not listed Denver, Lancaster Co. PA d. Nov 4, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Pauline J. (nee Weidner) Firestone s/o late Elwood Sr. & Lucy (nee Messner) Firestone stone mason with Eshbach Brothers, Reading, retired in 1994. Staff Sergeant, Army, Korean War. Member, St. John's Center United Church of Christ, East Earl Member, Bricklayer's Union Local 5 Member, Adamstown VFW Member, R Field & Stream Sportsmans Club, Lebanon Former member and councilman of St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Bowmansville Enjoyed gardening He and his wife our known for their annual Christmas light displays at their home near Bowmansville. Survivors: Son Randy R. Firestone, Lebanon Sister Geneva Firestone, Denver PA Sister Barbara Firestone, Denver PA Sister Floy, w/o Clyde Goshert, Denver PA Brother Elwood Firestone Jr., Reading Brother Jay, h/o Elva Firestone, Lititz Brother Kay, h/o Marian (nee Yount) Firestone, Adamstown A Grandson Two great-grandsons Burial: location is not listed. Nov 5, 2001 R. Everett Moore, age 88 b. May 22, 1913 Woodstown, New Jersey d. Nov 3, 2001 Cornwall Manor, N.Cornwall Twp., Lebanon Co. PA h/o Evelyn M. (nee McDowell) Moore. S/o late William M. & Florence (nee Coles) Moore. Chemical analyst for the former American Cyanamid Co., Boundbrook, NJ, retired 1978 Member, Cornwall United Methodist Church Member, New Jersey State Grange Past master of Pioneer Grange No. 1 Member, Mercer Co. Pomona Grange No. 5 Life member, Baronial Order of the Magnacarta Survivors: Sister Frances Walder, Lumberton NJ Several nices and nephews. Burial: Dayton Cemetery, Dayton New Jersey Nov 5, 2001 Charles W. Rettew Sr., age 75 b. date not listed Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 3, 2001 Lehigh Valley Hospital, Salisburgy Twp., Northampton Co. PA h/o Marlene J. (nee Bishop) Rettew, w/whom he would have celebrated 30 years, Nov 13 h/o late Kathryn E. (nee Griffith) Rettew, who died in 1968. S/o late Robert & Ella (nee Brubaker) Rettew. U.S. Postal Service rural mail carrier for 30 years, retired 1984. Owned an operated, C. W. Rettew Fuel Oil in Slatington in the 1960s and 1970s. Owned and operated, Rettew's Shell Service Station in Slatington, 1960s. Former school bus driver for Northern Leigh School District Army Air Corp veteran of WW2 Worshipped in the Catholic faith Volunteer fire and ambulance drive in 1950s & 1960s. Was Slatington Borough councilman for 37 years Past president of the council Past chairman of the Water Authority Past chairman of roads. Member, Allentown O. Delke American Legion Post No. 16, Slaington Member, Slatington Hose Co. No. 1 Member, Slatington Sporting & Skeet Association. Survivors: Son Charles W. Rettew Jr., Coplay Son William D. Rettew, Slatington Step-son Donald Wassum, Slatington Daughter Kathy L. Smyth, Slatington Step-dau Debra Peters, Slatington Step-dau Diane Fisher, Slatington Brother Edward Rettew, Lebanon Sister Yvonne Dilcher, Allentown Sister Helen Marie Mastramatio, Hershey Three grandchildren Six step-grandchildren Nieces and nephews. Burial: Fairview Cemetery, Slatington, Northampton Co. PA Nov 5, 2001 Julia C. (nee Crnovich) Shultz, age 83 b. May 4, 1918 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 3, 2001 Reading, Berks Co. PA d/o late Gabriel & Dorothy (nee Vujchich) Crnovich Graduate, 1936, Lebanon High School Former Red Cross Volunteer Member, Holy Resurrection of Christ Serbian Orthodox Church, Lebanon Survivors: Son Edward, h/o Sally Schultz, West Lawn Two grandchildren A nephew Preceded in death by: Brothers Joseph and George Crnovich Sister Mary Lippert Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, N.Lebanon twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 5, 2001 Seymour M. Kantor, age 83 b. Sep 13, 1918 Brooklyn, New York d. Nov 4, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Faye (nee Berliner) Kantor s/o late Leon Nathan Kantor and the late Rachel (nee Falk Kantor retired owner / operator, Four Season Window Corp., Rochelle NY, retired after 32 years. Lived in West Virginia for 5 years after retirement, before moving to Lebanon Graduate, School of Aviation and Trade in Manhattan Master Sergeant during WW2, serving in the China-Burma-India Theater Member & past master of Huguenot Lodge No. 46 F & AM, New Rochelle Right worshipful director of ceremonies West Chester-Putnam District. Member, Kismet Shrine in Long Island NY Member, Congregation Beth Israel in Lebanon, and its Men's Club. Survivors: Daughter Elizabeth Kantor-Bright, w/o Jeff Bright, Flatwoods WV Daughter Wynne Nattrass, life companion of Gary Sanchez, Marietta GA Son Dr. Thomas Kantor, h/o Joni Kantor, Lebanon Sister Iris Alster, Palmyra Eight grandchildren Preceded in death by: Six brothers and sisters. Burial: Beth Israel Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Nov 5, 2001 Shirley M. (nee Krause) Fidler, age 69 b. Oct 29, 1932 Washington Township, PA d. Nov 3, 2001 Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA w/o late Carl E. Fidler, who died Jan 22, 1990 d/o late Arthur & Edith E. (nee Minnich) Krause member, Hetzel's Lutheran Church, Pine Grove, and its Ladies Aid, Choir and Lutheran Church Women. Member, TOPS Pa. No. 1148 in Schuylkill Haven. Employed as an embroidery operator at Argo Mills Was last employed in housekeeping at the former Gold Mills Inc. Pine Grove Survivors: Daughter Cheryl D. Weiss, Jonestown Daughter Jane M. Zeigler, Shamokin Son Ricky L. Fidler, Pine Grove Son Donald G. Fidler, Schuylkill Haven Sister Alberta Witmer, Pine Grove Brother Dale Krause, Pine Grove Area Brother Stanley Krause, Pine Grove Area Brother Herbert Krause, Pine Grove Area Brother Kenneth Krause, Pine Grove Area 12 grandchildren nine great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Sisters Pearl Klinger and Betty Witmer Brothers Claude "Bud" Krause and Harold Krause. Burial: Hetzel's Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA Nov 5, 2001 Carl C. Summers, age 86 b. Aug 25, 1915 Ridgley, Maryland d. Nov 2, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA s/o late William & Elizabeth (nee Mellott) Summers retired from Lebanon VA Medical Center had been employed by Berman's Scrapyard, Palmyra had been employed by Hershey Zoo had been employed by Hershey Laundry had been employed by Better Ball Factory, Palmdale had been employed by Kingsley & Brown, Annville had been employed by former Olmsted Air Force Base, Middletown had been employed by Mechanicsburg Naval Depot had been employed by Palmyra School social member, Palmyra VFW social member, Palmyra American Legion Survivors: Several nieces and nephews Burial: Spring Creek Church of the Brethren Cemetery, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA Nov 5, 2001 Bonita (nee Weaver) Lazorjack, age 80 b. Mar 23, 1921 Gettysburg PA d. Nov 2, 2001 Fox Ridge, Dover, York Co. PA w/o George W. Lazorjack, to whom she was married 55 years. D/o late C. Lehman & Mary M. (nee Keller) Weaver Retired from Hershey Entertainment & Resort Co. Member, Palm Lutheran Church, Palmyra Member, Sojourners Club, Hershey Member, AARP Enjoyed reading, traveling, and crocheting. Survivors: Daughter Joan Austine, Dover Daughter Susan Loy, Harrisburg Sister Nadine Brunner, Palmyra Brother Robert Weaver, Hershey Brother Hubert Weaver, Palmyra Two grandsons Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 6, 2001 Alice E. (nee Herr) Hains, age 85 b. Apr 30, 1916 South Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 4, 2001 Cleona, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late David B. Hains d/o late David H. & Annie (nee Bomberger) Herr. Lifetime member, Avon Zion United Methodist Church Member, National Association of Retired Federation Employees Member, Cleona Senior Citizens Awarded for voting for 50 consecutive years Enjoyed playing the piano and with her grandchildren Survivors: Son Dale B., h/o Darlene Hains, Boca Raton FL Son Glenn D., h/o Barbara Hains, Newtown Daughter Ann M., w/o Russell Blew, Windsor Five grandchildren A great-grandson Preceded in death by: Sister Lucille Bowman Burial: Iona Cemetery, Iona, Lebanon Co. PA Nov 6, 2001 Beatrice M. (nee Newmaster) Szuchanek Sahonic, age 90 b. May 2, 1911 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 5, 2001 Lebanon PA w/o late Joseph G. Szuchanek Sahonic, who died in 1974. D/o late George & Elizabeth (nee Klopp) Newmaster Loved to cook and make candy. She was the last of her immediate family. Survivors: Daughter Patricia A., w/o Stephen Gristick, Lebanon Daughter Joan, w/o Larry Shutter, Lebanon Daughter Judith, w/o Richard Hoke, Lebanon Daughter Brenda Szuchanek, Lebanon Daughter Suzanne, w/o Samuel Rueppel Sr., Lebanon Son Leon, h/o Mary Ruhl, Lebanon Son Francis, h/o Carol Szuchanek, Lebanon Son Joseph Szuchanek, Lebanon 26 grandchildren 42 great-grandchildren 17 great-great grandchildren four great-great-great grandchildren nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Brothers Charles Newmaster, George Newmaster, Howard Newmaster, Ernest Newmaster Sisters Mary Garman, Emma Munnion, Irene Arnold, and Elizabeth Newmaster Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 6, 2001 John F. Rineman, age 74 b. Jul 3, 1928 Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA d. Nov 3, 2001 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Ruby (nee Huffman) Rineman s/o late John & Sadie (nee Amer) Rineman Navy veteran of WW2. After 34 years of service, retired, executive vice president of the PA Medical Society, a Professional association which represents physicians statewide. Following retirement, he served for two years as a consultant to Williams Thacher, and Rand Benefits Consultants & Actuaries to corporations, educational institutions and associations. Graduate, Milton Hershey School Graduate, Hershey Junior College, received a bachelor of science degree, Boston University School of Public Relations. Prior to his association with the PA Medical Society, he was a sports director at WLAN, Lancaster Retired as a member, Board of Directors, Hershey Trust Co. Member, Board of Managers of the Milton Hershey School in 1993. In 1983, he was honored as Milton Hershey School's Alumnus of the Year. Past president of the school's alumni association. Served as officer of many local, state and national service an professional organizations. Including: President of Hershey Optimist Club President Harrisburg Trade Association Executives President American Association of Medical Society Executives President PA Public Relations Society Founding director, PA Medical Society Liability Insurance Co. (PMSLIC) Coordinated the creation of Keyston Peer Review Organization (KePRO). In 1987, he was the recipient of the first award of Excellence presented by the PA Society Of Association Executives In 1988, he was present w/ the PA Medical Society Distinguished Service award. First non-physician to receive the award since it was instituted in 1956. At the Jun 1989 meeting of the House of Delegates of the American Medical Association He received the Citation of a Layman for Distinguished Service, the highest Award the AMA bestows on a non-physician. Member, board of directors of the Family Health Council of Central PA Member, Zion Lutheran Church, Hummelstown, where he served on church council And pastoral council, was an usher, and Sunday school teacher. Served as volunteer consultant on economic security issues for AARP. Survivors: Son Timothy, h/o Ruth (nee McCann) Rineman, Mechanicsburg Son Mark, h/o Julia (nee Nardi) Rineman, Ellicott City, MD Daughter Valerie A., w/o Todd R. W. Williams II, Chapel Hill NC Sister Anna M., w/o George Rodgers, Lancaster Five granddaughters Burial: not listed in the obituary. Nov 6, 2001 Ellis C. Harlan Sr., age 62 b. Apr 3, 1939 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 3, 2001 Lebanon PA h/o Carole A. (nee Reigel) Harlan, to whom he was married 44 years, Feb 2001. S/o late Rolfe E. & Virginia A. (nee Davis) Harlan Retired laborer for the former Bethlehem Steel Co., Lebanon Served in Army Member, Liberty and Perseverance Fire Companies. Survivors: Daughter Bonnie D. Spangler, Tower City Daughter Debra A., w/o Gary Hibshman, Bethel Daughter Jacqueline M., w/o Scott Gross, York Daughter Karen L., w/o Jose Lacera, West Palm Beach, Florida Daughter Kim M. Harlan, Lebanon Son Ellis C. Harlan Jr., Norfolk VA Sister Anna Mae, w/o Melvin Kapp, Jonestown Brother Marvin Harlan, Cleona Brother Robert Harlan, Jonestown 13 grandchildren Including a Grandchild he raised, Chantelle M. Harlan, Lebanon Five great-grandchildren Number of nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Brothers Franklin Harlan, Thomas Harlan, and Paul Harlan Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 6, 2001 Carl C. Summers, age 86 b. Aug 25, 1915 Ridgley, Maryland d. Nov 2, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA s/o late William & Elizabeth (nee Mellott) Summers retired from Lebanon VA Medical Center had been employed by Berman's Scrapyard, Palmyra had been employed by Hershey Zoo had been employed by Hershey Laundry had been employed by Better Ball Factory, Palmdale had been employed by Kingsley & Brown, Annville had been employed by former Olmsted Air Force Base, Middletown had been employed by Mechanicsburg Naval Depot had been employed by Palmyra School social member, Palmyra VFW social member, Palmyra American Legion Survivors: Several nieces and nephews Burial: Spring Creek Church of the Brethren Cemetery, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA Nov 6, 2001 Samuel A. Geib, age 86 b. Apr 20, 1915 Bachmansville, PA d. Nov 4, 2001 Hummelstown, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Kathryn M. (nee Strimble) Geib s/o late Thomas & Sallie (Heberling) Geib Graduate, Hershey High School Graduate, former Hershey Junior College Retired employee of Hershey Chocolate Co.'s department of sales and purchasing. Member, First United Methodist Church, Hershey Member, Brownstone Lodge 666 F & AM Member, Harrisburg Consistory Member, Zembo Temple Shrine Member, Tall Cedars of Lebanon Member, Harrisburg Forest Member, Hershey Shrine Club Member, Hershey VFW Member and past commander, Hershey American Legion WW2 Navy Veteran Avid bowler and enjoyed reading. Survivors: Son Thomas E. Geib, Laurel MD Two grandchildren Number of nieces and nephews. Burial: Hershey Cemetery, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA Nov 6, 2001 Esther M. Sholly, age 83 b. Aug 12, 1918 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 4, 2001 East Reinoehlsville, PA d/o late Oscar H. & Mae (nee Eckert) Sholly. Graduate, Pittsburgh University Served 30 years at the former Byberry State Hospital for Children in Philadelphia Earned numerous awards on both the state and national level Presented the "Key to the City of Philadelphia" Member, St. Mark's United Church of Christ, Lebanon Member, Independent Fire Co. Ladies Auxilary, Lebanon Attended Calvary Church, Lebanon Survivors: Brother Oscar D. Sholly, Annville Brother Kenneth H. Sholly, Lebanon Sister Albertia E. DeHart, Lebanon Preceded in death by: Sisters Dorothy I. Sholly and Joyce Anna Sholly Brother Clair A. Sholly Burial: Ebenezer "Covenant" Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 6, 2001 Angela Mercy Boltz, newborn b. Oct 21, 2001 Salisbury MD d. Oct 21, 2001 Salisbury MD d/o Corey Allen & Dawn Renee Boltz Survivors: Brother Andrew Micah Boltz, Mardela Springs, MD Sister Abigail Meyer Boltz, Mardela Springs MD Grandparents Dennis J. & Audrey I. Boltz, Bethel Grandparents Walter R. & Nancy L. Meyer, Carlisle Great- Grandparents Madeline Houser, Bethel Edgar & Betty Patterson, Camp Hill Numerous uncles, aunts and cousins Burial: Springhill Memory Gardens, near Hebron, Maryland Nov 7, 2001 Lynn (a.k.a. Linda H. Erney) Hardy, age 54 b. Nov 12, 1946 Allentown, PA d. Oct 18, 2001 Missoula, Montana w/o late David L. Hardy. D/o late Blanche Erney Worked for Nevlille Log Homes, Victor, Montana Active w/ the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce and Chamber Ambassadors. Main interests: her family and her dogs. Survivors: Son Michael D., h/o Shawna Hardy, Kalispell, MT Daughter Amber L., w/o Jay King, Corvallis, MT Brother Kenneth Erney Jr., Allentown A Granddaughter Parents-in-law Donald & Mary Hardy, Lebanon Several Nieces and nephews Aunts and uncles and cousins. Burial: "Private family scattering of her ashes will take place over the Bitterroot Mountains in Montana" Nov 7, 2001 Kim C. Clinger, age 48 b. Jun 27, 1953 Berwyn PA d. Nov 6, 2001 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Nancy (nee Burlingame) Clinger s/o Florence (nee Goldberg) Clinger Galoonis and the late Robert Clinger pipefitter for Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 520. Graduate, 1972, Milton Hershey High School Attended Christ Church United Church of Christ, Annville Survivors: Son Greg G. Clinger, Middletown Daughter Suzan M. Clinger, Annville Brother Glenn Clinger, King of Prussia Sister Cindy, w/o Paul Shank, Philadelphia A Granddaughter Burial: location is not listed. Nov 7, 2001 Ellis C. Harlan Sr., age 62 b. Apr 3, 1939 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 3, 2001 Lebanon PA h/o Carole A. (nee Reigel) Harlan, to whom he was married 44 years, Feb 2001. S/o late Rolfe E. & Virginia A. (nee Davis) Harlan Retired laborer for the former Bethlehem Steel Co., Lebanon Served in Army Member, Liberty and Perseverance Fire Companies. Survivors: Daughter Bonnie D. Spangler, Tower City Daughter Debra A., w/o Gary Hibshman, Bethel Daughter Jacqueline M., w/o Scott Gross, York Daughter Karen L., w/o Jose Lacera, West Palm Beach, Florida Daughter Kim M. Harlan, Lebanon Son Ellis C. Harlan Jr., Norfolk VA Sister Anna Mae, w/o Melvin Kapp, Jonestown Brother Marvin Harlan, Cleona Brother Robert Harlan, Jonestown 13 grandchildren Including a Grandchild he raised, Chantelle M. Harlan, Lebanon Five great-grandchildren Number of nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Brothers Franklin Harlan, Thomas Harlan, and Paul Harlan Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 7, 2001 Beatrice M. (nee Newmaster) Szuchanek Sahonic, age 90 b. May 2, 1911 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 5, 2001 Lebanon PA w/o late Joseph G. Szuchanek Sahonic, who died in 1974. D/o late George & Elizabeth (nee Klopp) Newmaster Loved to cook and make candy. She was the last of her immediate family. Survivors: Daughter Patricia A., w/o Stephen Gristick, Lebanon Daughter Joan, w/o Larry Shutter, Lebanon Daughter Judith, w/o Richard Hoke, Lebanon Daughter Brenda Szuchanek, Lebanon Daughter Suzanne, w/o Samuel Rueppel Sr., Lebanon Son Leon, h/o Mary Ruhl, Lebanon Son Francis, h/o Carol Szuchanek, Lebanon Son Joseph Szuchanek, Lebanon 26 grandchildren 42 great-grandchildren 17 great-great grandchildren four great-great-great grandchildren nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Brothers Charles Newmaster, George Newmaster, Howard Newmaster, Ernest Newmaster Sisters Mary Garman, Emma Munnion, Irene Arnold, and Elizabeth Newmaster Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 7, 2001 Thelma E. (nee Clauser) Zartman, age 85 b. Nov 4, 1916 Kleinfeltersville, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 6, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co.PA w/o Samuel H. Hartman, w/whom she would have celebrated 67 years, Nov 10, 2001 d/o late Robert & Julia (nee Strickler) Clauser member, Trinity United Methodist Church, Kleinfeltersville active member, Farm Women Group No. 17, Kleinfeltersville Member, Schaefferstown Fire Co., Ladies Auxiliary. Survivors: Son Ronald G. Zartman, Philadelphia Son Dale R., h/o Dorothy Zartman, Myerstown Daughter Sandra, w/o George Smith, Newmanstown Sister Dorothy Kale, Lebanon Sister Joanne, w/o Harry Stohler, Schaefferstown Sister Ruth, w/o Robert Krall, Schaefferstown Brother Robert Clauser, New Jersey Brother Gene Clauser, Stricklerstown Four grandchildren Three great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brothers Leon Clauser and Charles Strickler Burial: Kleinfeltersville, Lebanon Co. PA Nov 7, 2001 Joseph W. Shiner, age 78 b. Dec 17, 1922 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 5, 2001 Lebanon PA h/o Anna Mae (nee Boyer) Shiner, w/whom he would have celebrated 22 years, Dec 21, 2001. S/o late William & Ella (nee Reich) Shiner Army veteran of WW2 Attended Jonestown Bible Church Welder for Bethlehem Steel Served as a shop steward and worked for Bressler Metal Works for 13 years before retirement. Member, Lebanon Maennerchor Club Member, Pine Grove Fish & Game Member, Victory Voices of Hershey Medical Center. Survivors: Daughter Billie Jo Wise, Lebanon Son Joseph F. Shiner, Lebanon Step-dau Deborah A. Whitman, Lebanon Step-dau Darla J. Rott, Lebanon Step-dau Billie Jo Humes, Lebanon Step-son Timothy J. Rott, Lebanon Step-son Alfred R. Rott, Jonestown Three grandchildren Four step grandchildren Three great-grandchildren Nieces, nephews and cousins. Burial: New Union Cemetery, Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA Nov 7, 2001 Roy R. McCuen, age 52 b. Aug 23, 1949 Norristown, PA d. Nov 4, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA s/o Margaret (nee Miller) McCuen Diehl and the late Robert J. McCuen. Truck driver Army veteran of the Vietnam War. Survivors: Sister Loretta, w/o Dan Rutherford Sr., Souderton Sister Margaret Adamson, Auburndale, Florida Brother Barry, h/o Jessie McCuen, Milan Brother Kevin, h/o Debbie McCuen, Holly Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 8, 2001 Rev. Wayne A. Lutz, age 92 b. no date provided Steinville, Berks Co. PA d. Dec 8, 2001 Danville, PA h/o Marqueen (nee Redline) Shuman-Lutz h/o late Helen E. (nee Kistler) Lutz s/o late George W. & Lorena (nee Kunkel) Lutz 1st parish during his 46 years of active ministry was Swatara Charge, Jonestown, 1932-1940 His last was St. John's (Hain's) United Church of Christ, Wernersville which made him Pastor Emeritus when retiring in 1978. Served 11 interim pastorates at churches in Columbia, Luzerne and Montour Counties. President of Lebanon Classis in 1938 Served has President of Susquehana Synod of the Evangelical & Reformed Church 1958-1962. Board of directors PA Southeast Conference and a member of the Division of Church and Ministry. Survivors: Dau Ethel L., w/o Norman Pollock, Norfolk, VA Step-daughter Ann Burgess, LaMesa CA Step-daughter Sandra Christian, Danville, PA Step-daughter Jane Kile, Bloomsburg 5 grandsons 9 great grandchildren Preceded in death by: Dau Marie Bailey A great-grandson. Burial: Jacob's Cemetery, Jacksonville, PA Nov 8, 2001 James E. Frey, age 70 b. no date provided Millway, near Ephrata, Lancaster Co. PA d. Nov 7, 2001 Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA h/o Betty J. (nee Hershey) Frey, with whom he celebrated 41st anniversary on March 12. S/o late Christ & Emma (nee Reitz) Frey. Retired Dairy farmer. Operated his own farm in Peach Bottom Owned and operated Frey's Used Cars on Hartman Bridge Road, Strasburg Member of East Chestnut Street Mennonite Church in Lancaster. Avid Signer. Formerly served as song leader. Member of Table Singers in Lancaster Former board member of Black Rock Retreat in Quarryville. Enjoyed reading biographies and traveling, especially in FL. Survivors: Son Kere L. Frey, Luzerne, Switzerland Son Karl H. Frey, Lancaster Dau Jill M., w/o Michael G. Wagner, Hershey Dau Joy F., w/o Roger F. Martin, Lancaster Sis Verna, w/o Elmer Bauman, Ephrata Sis Gail, w/o Alvin Weaver, Lebanon Sis Jean, w/o Robert Weaver, Lebanon Bro Harold, h/o Ruth Frey, Lebanon 5 grandchildren Preceded in death by: Sister Elta Weaver Burial: Paradise Mennonite Cemetery, Paradise Twp., Lancaster Co. PA Nov 8, 2001 Elizabeth H. (nee Lehman) Brandt, age 92 b. Nov 20, 1918 Dauphin Co. PA d. Nov 6, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o late Elmer K. Brandt d/o late Daniel g. & Lizzie M. (nee Haldeman) Lehman Homemaker. Member of Shenk's Community Church, Elizabethtown Survivors: Dau Arlene E., w/o Leroy Fackler, Hershey Dau Shirley, w/o Marvin M. Weaver, Hershey 9 grandchildren 26 great grandchildren 8 great Ð great grandchildren Preceded in death by: Grandson Douglas Fackler. She was the last of her immediate family of 12. Burial: Shenk's Church Cemetery, Elizabethtown. Nov 9, 2001 Alice K. (nee Carpenter) Eberly, age 90 b. Feb 5, 1911 Rexmont, PA d. Nov 8, 2001 Cornwall Manor, Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Harry Eberly. D/o late Morris & Salley (nee Stahley) Carpenter Retired cook from Cornwall Manor of 17 years. Member St. Paul's United Church of Christ in Schaefferstown Survivors: Dau Myrl E., w/o Nathan Keller, Lebanon Dau Dollie M., w/o Paul R. Spitler, Newmanstown Sis Hilda Fry, Robesonia Sis Geraldine Noll, Schaefferstown 6 grandchildren 11 great grandchildren Preceded in death by: Dau Betty Eisenbise & Arnetta Deemer Burial: Cornwall Cemetery, Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA Nov 9, 2001 Laura Susann Krepps, age 17 b. Nov 12, 1983 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA d. Nov 6, 2001 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA d/o John P. Krepps, Harrisburg & Sharon (nee Hoerner) Krepps, Annville Senior, Palmyra H. S. Active member of Women's Chorus & Varsity Choir Employed by Pizza Hut in Palmdale Dancer of Harrisburg Dance Conservatory Member Trinity United Church of Christ, Palmyra Survivors: Sis Alicia N. Krepps, Annville Maternal Grandparents Sheila Gepfer, w/o Leon Fry, Palmyra Paternal Grandmother Nancy Lea (nee Coulson) Krepps, Northpole, Arkansas Maternal Grandmothers Katie Fry, Palmyra Gertrude Gepfer, Hershey Aunts, uncles and couins Burial: Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, Harrsiburg Nov 9, 2001 Earl S. Hershey, age 82 b. Jan 25, 1919 North Cornwall Twp., Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 7, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Sylvia (nee Light) Hershey, with whom he celebrated 58th wedding anniversary in April. S/o late John & Ida (nee Evans) Hershey Retired from Mark C. Hershey Farms, North Cornwall Twp. Avid hunter. 1936 graduate of Cornwall H. s. Member of Fontana Christian Fellowship Church & Fontana Union Sunday School Survivors: Son Kenneth L. Hershey, Lanexa, VA Dau Sherry A., w/o Donald G. Hoffer, Lebanon Sis Helen, w/o Marvin Light, Iona Sis Irene Hackman, Lebanon Sis Della, w/o Donald Bowman, Lebanon 5 grandchidren 3 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brothers Ralph, Ray, Paul and Mark Hershey Sister Mae Paine Burial: Gingrich Mennonite Cemetery, North Cornwall Township Nov 9, 2001 Reginald D. "Reggie" Leffler, age 59 b. Sep 24, 1942 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 7, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA s/o Ann M. Leffler, and the late Dossey McDaniel Occupation: Truck Driver Survivors: Dau Michelle Schoner, California Dau Michelle B. Leffler, Annville Sis Michelle C., w/o Patrick Pascoe, Lebanon Sis Ann Schivoni, Lebanon 5 grandchildren a great grandchildren 2 nieces 3 nephews a companion of 17 years, Patricia Bowers burial: Ebenzer Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Nov 9, 2001 John C. Rhan, age 74 b. date unknown Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA d. Nov 6, 2001 Bainbridge, Lancaster Co. PA h/o Erlene F. (nee Fisher) Rhan, to whom he was married 52 years on Aug 1 s/o late William H. Sr. & Nancy Z. (nee Zartman) Rhan. Mechanic for Feeser's Food Distributor in Harrisburg, retiring 1989 Army Veteran of WW2 Protestant faith. Member Loyal Order of Moose Member Lodge 596, Elizabethtown Survivors: Dau Cindy L. Rhan, Bainbridge Dau Penn J. Rhan, Bainbridge Dau Mindy K. Helfer, Bainbridge Dau Jodi L., w/o Ed Nye, Elizabethtown 5 granddaughters 4 great grandchildren burial: Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens, Columbia, PA Nov 9, 2001 Sadie A. (nee Ditzler) Peiffer, age 90 b. Sep 24, 1911 Fredericksburg, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 8, 2001 Cedar Haven, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Schuyler A. Peiffer d/o late Abner & Bertha (nee Anderson) Ditzler 7 year employee at the former Park Silk Mill, Lebanon Member Trinity United Methodist Church, Lebanon Survivors: Dau Jennie, w/o Barry Peifer, Elizabethtown 2 grandchildren 2 great grandchildren Preceded in death by: Sis Grace White Bro Mark Ditzler Burial: Hamlin Cemetery, Hamilin PA Nov 9, 2001 Elizabeth H. (nee Lehman) Brandt, age 92 b. Nov 20, 1908 Dauphin Co. PA d. Nov 6, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o late Elmer K. Brandt d/o late Daniel G. & Lizzie M. (nee Haldeman) Lehman Homemaker Member of Shenk's Community Church, Elizabethtown Singing and going to Middletown Adult Day Care Survivors: Dau Arlene E., w/o Leory Fackler, Hershey Dau Shirley, w/o Marvin M. Weaver, Hershey 9 grandchildren 26 great-grandchildren 8 great great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Grandson Douglas Fackler She was the last of her immediate family of 12. Burial: Shenk's Church Cemetery, Elizabethtown, Lancaster Co. PA Nov 9, 2001 Alva V. (nee Boehler) Kahl, age 98 b. May 7, 1903 Lancaster co. PA d. Nov 8, 2001 Berks Co. PA w/o late Lloyd J. Kahl, who died June 20, 1981 d/o late Ernest & mary (nee Reynolds) Boehler residence of Phoebe Berks Health Center since Oct 1999 Home maker Member of Millcreek Lutheran Church, Newmanstown Survivors: Son Lawrence L. Kahl, Newmanstown Son Norman A. Kahl, Hamburg Dau Mary M. Shomgard, Fleetwood 3 grandchildren 4 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Dau Dororthy M. Kahl, who died in 1934 Bro Elwood Boehler, who died January 1999. Burial: Millcreek Memorial Cemetery, Newmanstown Nov 9, 2001 Stephen J. Chrin, age 83 b. May 14, 1918 Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 7, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Mary E. (nee Hartnett) Chrin h/o late Ferrell (nee Parks) Chrin s/o late Michael & Mary (nee Gabrik) Chrin Retired employee of Bethlehem Steel Corp. Member of St. Benedict The Abbot Church Member of the Lebanon American Legion Avid fisherman, gardener and loved to draw cartoons. Survivors: Dau Margaret A., w/o Ralph Hayden, Joppa, MD Son Dennis D., h/o Lynn Chrin, Milton, VT Sist Margaret C. Albright, Lebanon 4 grandchildren several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Son John S. Chrin Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Nov 10, 2001 Dr. William L. Schaefer, age 84 b. date not listed location not listed. d. Nov 7, 2001 Middletown, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Mary Louise (nee Rudy) Schaeffer no parents listed. Former family physician in Middletown for 26 years. School physician for Middletown and Londonderry school districts Former staff physician w/the Harrisburg Hospital Former staff physician Middletown Odd Fellows Home, Lower Swatara Township Former staff physician VA Medical Center, Lebanon Graduate, 1934, Middletown High School Graduate, 1938, Elizabethtown College Earned his M.D. from Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson, Philadelphia Served his internship at Harrisburg Hospital Charter Fellow of American Academy of Family Physicians. Retired Air Force major. Member, St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Middletown Survivors: Son William F., h/o Marjorie (Sesun) Schaefer, Middletown Daughter Mary Kathryn, w/o Dr. Robert A. Erdin Jr., High Point NC Sister Margaret Deiter, York 6 grandchildren 5 great-grandchildren burial: Middletown Cemetery, Middletown, Dauphin Co. PA Nov 10, 2001 Edward J. Hartman, age 70 b. Jun 30, 1931 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 8, 2001 Peninsula Regional Medical Center, Salisbury, Maryland h/o Faye Hartman parents are not listed. Graduate of Lebanon Catholic High School. Served in the U.S.Navy during the Korean War. Attended DeVry Institute of Technology Worked for Bendix and Westinghouse Corporations At Bendix, Technical writer in the NASA flight tracking and data network. Retired in 1993, as senior engineer writer for Westinghouse. Survivors: Son Edward R., h/o Susan Hartman, Greenville SC Son Douglas R. Hartman, Albuqueque, New Mexico Son Daniel S. Hartman, Albuqueque, New Mexico Brother Raymond J. Hartman, Cornwall Sister Mary E. Krause, Lebanon One grandchild Burial: Delaware Veterans Cemetery, Millsboro, Delaware. Nov 10, 2001 Robert J. Snyder, age 71 b. Jan 6, 1930 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 9, 2001 Campbelltown, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Lucille (nee McMillen) Snyder, w/whom he would have celebrated 45 years, Dec 2001. No parents listed. Former principal and assistant principal at Annville-Cleona High School Retired as a principal in the Camp Hill School District. Graduate, 1948, South Lebanon High School Received a master's degree from Temple University Member, Derry Presbyterian Church, Hershey Army veteran of Korean War. Survivors: Brother Alton Snyder, Lebanon Sister Mildred Snyder, Lebanon Sister Geraldine Foltz, Charmaine Circle, Kentucky Preceded in death by: Brother Floyd Snyder Sister Gladys Hess. Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 10, 2001 Betty J. (nee Goss) Groy, age 78 b. May 28, 1923 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 9, 2001 Carlisle, Cumberland Co. PA w/o Clifford L. Groy, w/whom she celebrated 66 years, August 2001. D/o late Joseph C. & Effie (nee Boltz) Goss Survivors: Daughter Sandra A., w/o Anthony F. Martini, Carlisle Daughter Denise J., w/o James R. Bowman, Annville Daughter Donna L., w/o Frank C. Wike, Annville Brother Donald Goss, Annville Brother Marlin Goss, Lebanon Sister Jean, w/o Robert Springborn, Lebanon Preceded in death by: Brothers Joseph, Ronald, Kenneth, and Richard Goss Sister Virginia Willis. Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 11, 2001 Brian S. Rothenberger, age 35 b. Jun 23, 1966 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 9, 2001 Harpers, East Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA result of a vehicle accident s/o William G. & Linda (nee Sholley) Rothenberger service technician for Hafer Petroleum, West Reading had been a member, St. Mary's Catholic Church. Graduate, 1984, Lebanon High School. Survivors: Fiancee Dawn M. Felty, Pine Grove Brother William G. Jr., h/oDanette Rothenberger, Tampa, Florida Maternal Grandmother Lydia Sholley, Lebanon Several aunts, uncles and cousins Two nephews. Burial: Cedar Hill Cemetery, Fredericksburg, Lebanon Co. PA Nov 11, 2001 Rachel L. (nee Kapp) Urich, age 67 b. Jul 7, 1934 Reistville, PA d. Nov 10, 2001 Richland, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Neil N. Urich, w/whom she celebrated 39 years on Apr 14, 2001. D/o late George W. & Florence (nee Sellers) Kapp. Worked at Sterling Drug Co., Myerstown, 33 years, retired 1989 Member, Myerstown United Church of Christ Member, AARP Member, Marion Senior Citizens Member, Area Agency on Aging, Lebanon Member, Richland's Neptune Fire Co. Auxiliary Member, Lebanon's Friendship Fire Co. Avid reader, enjoyed knitting, crocheting and gardening. Survivors: Daughter Cheryl, w/o Jeffrey Fry, Lititz Step-dau Doreen Heffner, Lebanon Step-dau Linda, w/o David Menicheschi, Lititz Step-dau Cindy, w/o Arthur Anderson, Chesapeake VA Brother Robert Kapp, West Palm Beach FL Brother Herbert Kapp, West Palm Beach FL Brother Allen Kapp, Richland Sister Betty Kapp, Richland Sister Nancy, w/o Rev. Charles Neiswender Jr., Lebanon Sister Mary Lou, w/o Charles Meckely Kapp Three step-grandsons Two step-great-grandchildren Several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Brother George Kapp Jr., who died 1942. Burial: location is not listed. Nov 11, 2001 Shirley E. (nee Bicksler-Sutherly) Edris, age 65 b. Feb 2, 1936 Fredericksburg, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 10, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o Lee Edris, w/whom she celebrated 46 years in June 2001. D/o Kathryn Valentine Sutherly and the late Russell Bicksler Worked in the food service dept of the Quest Inc. for 20 years. Worked part-time for her sister at Farmer's Wife Restaurant Member, Hebron United Methodist Church, Lebanon Volunteered in the nursing department of Hebron Church. Enjoyed traveling, playing cards and shopping. Survivors: Son Scott Edris, Harrisburg Daughter Lori, w/o Darryl Grove, Elizabethtown Daughter Suzanne, w/o Michael Doney, Cleona Brother Ray Bicksler, Bethel Brother Lee Bicksler, Fredericksburg Brother John Bicksler, Bethel Brother Kenneth Bicksler, Bernville Brother Gerald Bicksler, Bethel Sister Gloria, w/o Richard Boyer, Palmyra Sister Sphie, wo Richard Light, Fredericksburg Four grandchildren Several nieces and nephews Burial: Wolf's Union Cemetery Nov 12, 2001 Daniel F. Klein, age 86 b. May 29, 1915 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 11, 2001 Lebanon PA h/o Ruth D. (nee Lehman) Klein s/o Joseph A. & Winifred (nee Fair) Klein retired from R & J Motors member, Friendship Fire Co. member, St. Mary's Church avid golfer. Survivors: Step-daughter Doris, w/o Edward Brensinger, Lebanon Brother James Klein, Lebanon Sister Rose Murray, Lebanon Six step-grandchildren 5 step great-grandchildren 3 step-great-great grandchildren several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Brother Joseph Klein Sister Agnes Frazier Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 12, 2001 Jeremiah M. Edris, age 89 b. Sep 24, 1912 Frystown, Berks Co. PA d. Nov 11, 2001 North Cornwall Twp., Lebanon Co. PA h/o late Dorothy M. (nee Rhoade) Edris. S/o late Tilden & Ellen (nee Merkey) Edris Retired from the Cornwall Mines. Survivors: Son Gerald J. Edris, Lebanon Daughter Eleanor, w/o Thomas Baylor, Lebanon Daughter Barbara, w/o David Sheaffer, Lebanon Daughter Geraldine, w/o Thomas Bowman, Palmyra Daughter Nancie Young, Wernersville 15 grandchildren 15 great-grandchildren a great-great-grandchild Preceded in death by: A grandson Burial: Ebenezer "Covenant" Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 12, 2001 Coredlia H. (nee Frederick) Miller, age 88 b. date not listed Clay Township, Lancaster Co. PA d. Nov 11, 2001 Ephrata, Lancaster Co. PA w/o late Walter K. Miller d/o late Franklin K. & Nora (nee Heilinger) Frederick member, Peace United Church of Christ, Swartzville enjoyed gardening and crocheting. Survivors: Daughter Betty J. Hackman, Ephrata Daughter Shirley A., w/o Terry L. Rauser, Akron Son Roy H., h/o Nancy J. (nee Hartranft) Frederick, Denver Son Franklin F. Miller Sr., Stevens Son Paul E., h/o Scarlette J. (nee Brossman) Miller, Kleinfeltersville Sister Sallie N., w/o Henry R. Hackman, Eprata Sister Myrl M. Burkholder, Mechanicsburg Sister Myrtle M., w/o Donald R. Kindt, Reinholds 19 grandchildren 19 great-grandchildren a great-great-grandson Preceded in death by: Son Walter F. Miller Sister Darcy R. Dinger Brother Franklin A. Frederick Burial: Pleasant View Cemetery, Spring Township, Lancaster Co. PA Nov 12, 2001 Rachel L. (nee Kapp) Urich, age 67 b. Jul 7, 1934 Reistville PA d. Nov 10, 2001 Richland, PA w/o Neil N. Urich, w/whom she celebrated 39 yrs, April 14, 2001. D/o late George W. & Florence (nee Sellers) Kapp. Graduate, 1952, Richland High School Worked at Sterling Drug Co., Myerstown, 13 years, retiring 1989 Member, Myerstown United Church of Christ Member, American Association of Retire Persons Member, Marion Senior Citizens Member, Area Agency on Aging in Lebanon Member, Richland's Neptune Fire Co. Auxliary Member, Friendship Fire Co. Auxiliary Avid reader and enjoyed knitting, crocheting and gardening. Survivors: Daughter Cheryl, w/o Jeffrey Fry, Lititz Step-dau Doreen Heffner, Lebanon Step-dau Linda, w/o David Menicheschi, Lititz Step-dau Cindy, w/o Arthur Anderson, Chesapeake, VA Brother Robert Kapp, West Palm Beach FL Brother Herbert Kapp, West Palm Beach FL Brother Allen Kapp, Richland Sister Betty Kapp, Richland Sister Nancy, w/o Rev. Charles Neiswender Jr., Lebanon Sister Mary Lou, w/o Charles Meckley, Myerstown 3 step-grandchildren 2 step-great-grandchildren several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Brother George Kapp jr. Burial: location is not listed. Nov 13, 2001 Violet M. (nee Waltz) Sanders, age 86 b. Aug 15, 1915 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 12, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late George Weit w/o late Ray Sanders d/o late William & Alverta (nee Betz) Waltz retired from J. Landis Shoe Factory, Palmyra member, Bethany United Methodist Church, Palmyra Survivors: Son Kenneth W. Weit, Bethesda, Maryland Daughter Mary, w/o Harold E. Gish, Palmyra 8 grandchildren 19 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brother Charles Waltz Burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, N.Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 14, 2001 Eva G. (nee Nauman) Rodgers, age 99 b. Mar 20, 1902 Colebrook, Lancaster Co. PA d. Nov 13, 2001 Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA d/o late John W. & Rebecca (nee Greiner) Nauman formerly employed by the former A. S. Kreider Shoe Factory member, Bethany United Methodist Church, Palmyra enjoyed baking. Survivors: Son Glenn H. Rodgers Sr., Strasburg Sister Verna Brandt, Lebanon 7 grandchildren 8 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Daughter Marion R. Swinehart Brothers Victor Nauman and Richard Nauman Sisters Ruth Baker and Anna Nauman Burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, N.Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 14, 2001 Clayton T. Geesaman, age 17 b. Jul 7, 1984 Camp Hill, Cumberland Co. PA d. Nov 9, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Traffic accident S/o Thomas E. Geesaman and Robin K. Long Employee of DRI Attended Mount Laurel Church of God, Piketown, West Hanover Twp Atteneded CafŽ Beracah, Lebanon Enjoyed computer programming, video games and World Wrestling Federation events. Survivors: Sister Shannon-Mackenzie Geesaman, Colonial Park Sister Stephanie Schreffler, Colonial Park Sister Ashley Geesaman, Grantville Sister Alisha Geesaman, Grantville Sister Kendra Binkley, Lebanon Sister Mylayla Binkley, Lebanon Sister Victoria Binkley, Lebanon Sister Christine Long, Lebanon Sister Gracey Long, Lebanon Paternal Grandparents Ralph & Doris Geesaman, Jonestown Maternal Grandparents Charles & Jacqueline Theuer, Wyoming Maternal Grandmother Mary June Ginder Burial: Mount Laurel Cemetery, Piketown, West Hanover Twp. Dauphin Co. PA Nov 14, 2001 Mabel A. (nee Heist) Rowe, age 96 b. Mar 8, 1905 Centralia, Columbia Co. PA d. Nov 13, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Francis P. Rowe. D/o late Henry A. & Ida (nee Startzel) Heist Retired licensed practical nurse Worked at the former Oakview Nursing Home, Lebanon Member, Verbena Club Member, St. Mary's Church and its Parish Council Survivors: Son Thomas H., h/o Betty Rowe, Florida Daughter Elizabeth Schreiber, Lebanon 10 grandchildren 11 great-grandchildren several nieces and nephews She was the last of her immediate family. Preceded in death by: Daughter Margaret Johnson Burial: Holy Saviour Cemetery, Bethlehem, Northampton Co. PA Nov 14, 2001 Daniel S. Binkley, age 70 b. Nov 19, 1930 location not listed. d. Nov 2, 2001 Riverside, California h/o late Dorothy (nee Hetrick) Binkley s/o late Daniel S. Binkley & Mary Binkley Kleiser attended South Lebanon Schools. Served in Marines during the Korean War Retired from Big-A Auto Parts Survivors: Son Kevin Scully, Hemut, California Daughter Cheryl Solomon, Anaheim, California Sister Geraldine Souders, Lebanon Sister Shirley Fessler, Lebanon Sister Dana Malkin, Millersville Two grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brothers Robert Binkley and Ronald Binkley Sisters Betty Jane Binkley, Florence Binkley, and Doris Ellen Binkley Burial: Christian Brothers Crestlawn Cemetery, Riverside, California Nov 15, 2001 Kimberly A. (nee Wilcox) Rittle, age 37 b. Oct 5, 1964 North Platte, Lincoln Co. Nebraska d. Nov 14, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d/o Wilber F. Wilcox, San Diego, Ca & Cathleen D. (nee Dammert) Wilcox, Lebanon Disabled and formerly employed by Festival Foods, Pizza Hut and a Dress Shop in Lebanon Survivors: Son Michael C. Rittle, Lebanon Bro Scott W. Wilcox, Lebanon Burial: At convenience of family. Location not listed. Nov 15, 2001 Joseph A. Hehn, age 93 b. date not listed Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 12, 2001 Reading, Berks Co. PA h/o Sophie H. (nee Gerlovich) Perini Hehn h/o late Margaret F. (nee Kocan) Hehn, who died in July 1978. S/o late Adam & Mary (nee Dudash) Hehn Retired 1978, 34 years as an Annealer by Carpenter Technology Corp. Member Sacred Heart Church, West Reading. Survivors: Dau Delores M. Hehn, Shillington Son Joseph P. Hehn, Hellertown Son Paul J. Hehn, Lady Lake, FL Son Robert A. Hehn, Audubon Son James F. Hehn, Reading Step-dau Mary Perini, West Reading Step-dau Angela M. (nee Perini) Lesher, State College Step-son Michael A. Perini, Baltimore, MD Step-son Richard J. Perini, Holland, NY Step-son John R. Perini, Birdsboro, State College Step-son Steven E. Perini, State College Bro Anthony Hehn, Roanoke, VA 8 grandchildren 6 great grandchildren burial: St. Gertrude's Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Nov 15, 2001 Park E. Shupp Jr., 63 b. Apr 5, 1938 Denver, Lancaster Co. PA d. Nov 1, 2001 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA s/o late Park E. Shupp Sr. & Anna M. (nee Mack) Shupp Employed as a Painting Technician working on steeples, bridges and houses Member St. Luke's Episopal Church, Lebanon Hunter and fisherman Survivors: Bro Richard Shupp, Lebanon Bro Gary Lee Shupp, Harrisburg Sis Barbara Ann Stevens, North Carolina And their families. Burial not listed. Nov 16, 2001 L. Regis Witter, age 86 b. Dec 2, 1914 Sheridan, PA d. Nov 15, 2001 Myerstown, Lebanon Co PA h/o Genevieve A. (nee Klopp) Witter, to whom he was married 61 yrs in Sept 2001. S/o late Lloyd J. & Edna M. (nee Mellon) Witter A bookkeeper for Charles C. Loose & Son Lumber Yard, Myerstown for 45 years. Retired 1978. Member, Myerstown United Church of Christ Member, Myerstown Golden Agers. Survivors: Son Terry L., h/o Joanne Witter, Myerstown Son John L., h/o Barbara Witter, York 3 grandchildren burial: Mt. Hope Cemetery, Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA Nov 16, 2001 Ruth I. (nee Collins) Morris, age 68 b. Nov 13, 1933 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 15, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Orville L. Morris Sr., who died in 1989. D/o late Arthur F. & Elizabeth May (nee Ulrich) Collins Employed fy the former Everite Knitting Mills, Lebanon Member, St. Matthew's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lebanon Member, Independent Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary, Lebanon Survivors: Son Orville L. Jr., h/o Rose Morris, Lebanon Daughter Patricia, w/o Russell Miller, Lebanon Daughter Susan, w/o Paul Spangler, Lebanon Brother Arthur, h/o Louise Collins, Middletown Brother Donald, h/o Donna Collins, Newmanstown Sister Margaret, w/o Ray Clemens, Myerstown Sister Janet, w/o Gordon Heishman, Lebanon Sister Judith, w/o John Farr, Milton 5 grandchildren 3 great-grandchildren preceded in death by: brother Henry Collins burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E. Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 15, 2001 Verna G. (nee Ginder) Hoffer, age 76 b. Aug 1, 1925 Mt. Joy Township, Lancaster Co. PA d. Nov 13, 2001 Campbelltown, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Blaine G. Hoffer, who died in 1986 d/o late Phares B. & Susie (nee Gruber) Ginder Member of Palmyra Church of Brethren & Woodmen of the World Survivors: Son Gerald G., h/o Connie Hoffer, Lebanon Son Donald G., h/o Sherry Hoffer, Lebanon Bro Elmer Z. Ginder, Lancaster Bro Ira Z. Ginder, Cocalico 4 grandchildren burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, North Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 17, 2001 Samuel S. Palevo Sr., age 75 b. Aug 20, 1926 location not listed. d. Nov 16, 2001 N.Cornwall Twp., Lebanon Co. PA s/o Salvatore & Elvira (nee Palmisano) Palevo Navy veteran served during WW2 & Korean War Retired from Pittsburgh Plate Glass Co., where he worked 44 years. Survivors: Son Samuel S. Palevo Jr., Lebanon Son Stephen Palevo, TX Brother Philip Palevo, Barnegut NJ Brother William Palevo, Ocala FL 7 grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brother Frank Palevo Burial location is not listed. Nov 17, 2001 Chester T. "Chet" Spotts, age 94 b. Nov 21, 1906 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 15, 2001 Lebanon, PA h/o Ruth C. (nee Frazier) Peters Spotts s/o late Levi & Kate (nee Kilmoyer) Spotts. Retired from the Cornwall Mines Member, 62 years, Goodwill Fire Co., which he served as chief. 22 years of Service to the Lebanon Volunteer Fireman's Relief Association member, Cornwall Miners Association Survivors: Daughter Josephine Newcomb, w/o Herbert, Augusta GA Daughter Dorothy Stoudt, w/o Bill, Lebanon Daughter Joann Martin, w/o Donald, Lebanon Daughter Mary Pennypacker, w/o James, Lebanon Son George P. Peters, Jonestown Brother Maxwell Spotts, Annville 2 grandchildren burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Nov 17, 2001 Hedwig "Hedy" (nee Mueller) Fulmer, age 65 b. Nov 4, 1936 Bamberg, Germany d. Nov 15, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Frederick A. Fulmer, to whom she was married 42 years Oct 2001. d/o late Adam & Josephine Mueller Homemaker Survivors: Daughter Vicki M. Neff, w/o Brian, Fredericksburg Sister Tina Nicholson, Columbus, GA Sister Erika Alcaraz, Lebanon Sister Evelyn Flores, Harker Hts, TX Sister Helga Behler, York Sister Victoria Wunder, Bamberg, Germany Brother Hans Mueller, Bamberg, Germany Brother Philip Mueller, Bamberg, Gemany Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E. Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 17, 2001 Harold V. Becker, age 74 b. May 27, 1927 Stouchsburg, Berks Co. PA d. Nov 16, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Arelene I. (nee Boyer) Becker, to whom he was married 51 years, Sept 2001. S/o late Willoughby N. & Edna (nee Lesher) Becker Retired from Textile Machinery, Reading, in 1995 Member, Christ Lutheran Church, Stouchsburg Member, Goodwill Fire Co., Myerstown Member, Merion Twp. Fire Co. Survivors: Daughter Donna A. Becker, Richland 2 grandchildren 1 great-grandchild Preceded in death by: Brothers Edwin and Ralph Becker Burial: Mt. Hope Cemetery, Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA Nov 17, 2001 Amy Jo Nelson, age 26 b. Aug 6, 1975 location not listed d. Nov 16, 2001 Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA d/o W. Richard Nelson, w/whom she lived & Patsy A. (nee Kreiser) White, w/o William White, Quentin. Graduate, 1993 Cedar Crest H. S., Lebanon Graduate, 1998 Milldersville University Case Manager for Lebanon Co Mental Health & Mental Retardation Program. Active with Big Brothers / Big Sisters program Student, Temple University Harrisburg Campus Survivors: Sister Tammy Eisenhauer, Lebanon Sister Kim Santiago, Lebanon Sister Kristy Grassi, Farmingdale NY Brother Richard Nelson, Lebanon Paternal Grandmother Catherine Nelson, Elverson Burial: Holy Savior Cemetery, Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA Nov 18, 2001 Robert E. Shrum, age 76 b. date not listed Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co. PA d. Nov 16, 2001 Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA h/o May (nee Mosley) Shrum h/o late Lois A. (nee Groah) Shrum, who died in 1997. S/o late William E. & Frances (nee Shibley) Shrum Employed by Armstrong world Industries in plant maintenance and engineering department for 43 years. Retired in 1988. Army veteran of WW2 in serving in Europe. He was wounded at Normandy Member, Cloister Post 29, American Legion, Ephrata 1944 Graduate of Manheim Township H. S., where he participated in track and field. Member, Grandview Heights United Methodist Church, Lancaster Avid sports enthusiast and golfer, Member, Lebanon Country club and many golf leagues in the area. Survivors: Daughter Brenda G., w/o Tim Kauffman, Lancaster Step-son Robert K. Dyal, Kissimmee, FL Step-son Gregory Dyal, St. Louis Step-dau Leonette, w/o Claud Lafleur, Akron, PA 2 grandchildren 9 step-grandchildren a step-great-grandchild brother William E., h/o IsabelleShrum, Manheim Brother John H., h/o Marie Shrum, Florin, Lancaster Co. Brother Earl H., h/o Delores Shrum, Portersville CA Sister Eleanor, w/o Leonard Frankhouser, Conroe TX Burial: Memorial Cemetery, E. Cocalico Twp., Lancaster Co. PA Nov 18, 2001 Dora I. (nee Williamson) Stuckey, age 81 b. Nov 13, 1920 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 17, 2001 Lebanon PA w/o Charles E. Stuckey d/o late Thomas & Lillian (nee Artz) Williamson retired from the dietary dept of Cedar Haven Nursing Home had worked at Berkshire Knitting Mill in Wyomissing member, First Baptist Church, Lebanon member, VFW Auxiliary member, Lebanon Co. Employees Association survivors: Sister Pearl Scott, Cornwall Several nieces and nephews Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 18, 2001 Helen R. (nee Yorty) Kassman, age 84 b. Dec 26, 1916 Swatara Station, Dauphin Co. PA d. Nov 17, 2001 Camp Hill, Cumberland Co. PA w/o late Russell John Kassman d/o late John Z. & Violet M. (nee Snavely) Yorty. Member, Manada Hill United Methodist Church, W. Hanover Twp., Dauphin Co. Member, National Toothpick Holder Collector Society Member, East Hanover Twp., Autumn Leaves Member an dpast Noble Grand of Red Rose Rebekah Lodge 586 Volunteer of 50 years at the PA State Hospital Survivors: Son J. Kenneth Reigle, Harrisburg Son David Kassman, Grantville Daughter Linda L. Schlosser, Mechanicsburg 7 grandchildren 4 great-grandchildren burial: Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, Lower Paxton Township, Dauphin Co. PA Nov 18, 2001 Jacob Michael Donati, stillborn b. & d. Nov 14, 2001 Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA s/o Joseph & Tina (nee Wendling) Donati survivors: sister Adrienne Donati, Pine Grove Step-bro Keifer Joseph Donati, Cressona, Schuylkill Co. PA Maternal Grandparents Richard & Darlene Wendling, Pine Grove Paternal Grandparents John & Carol Donati, Pine Grove Aunts and uncles Burial: Hetzel's Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA Nov 18, 2001 Mary G. (nee Greish) Hartman, age 90 b. Sep 17, 1911 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 16, 2001 Lebanon PA w/o late George D. Hartman d/o late Nicholas & Theresa (nee Forgats) Greish employed as a machine operator at the R & M Dress Co. for 15 years before retirement. Former member, LAA Playground Association Survivors: Daughter Joan Hartman, Lebanon Son Kenneth, h/o Barbara Hartman, Lebanon Son Larry, h/o Dorothy Hartman, Lebanon 7 grandchildren 4 great-grandchildren nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Son Terry Hartman Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Nov 18, 2001 Florence E.H. (nee Hutchinson) Yocum, age 92 b. Dec 2, 1908 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 16, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA d/o late Luther A. & Catherine H. (nee Spangler) Hutchinson retired seamstress form the Frackville Pajama Factory member, St. Mark's United Church of Christ, Lebanon member, Patriotic Order of the Sons of America Ladies Auxiliary and the Drill Team Survivors: Daughter Nellie Brandt, Cleona Daughter Mabel Early, Lebanon Sister Nellie Matthew, Lebanon Sister Bella Ely, Lebanon Sister June Rhine, Allentown Sister Ruth Corcoran, Florida Sister Betty Beicher, Georgia Brother Luther A. Hutchinson, North Carolina 4 grandchildren 8 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Daughter Catherine May Yocum Sisters Mabel Hutchinson, Catherine Fulmer, and Emma Tice Burial: New Union Cemetery, Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA Nov 18, 2001 Edith (nee Klick) Voss, age 97 b. Dec 15, 1903 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 17, 2001 North Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Robert E. Voss d/o late Hiram E. & Caroline (nee Wagner) Klick retired social worker with the state Dept of Public Welfare Served from 1938 Ð 1968 Lebanon Co. Board of Assistance. Member and former Sunday school teacher for 53 years Palm Lutheran Church, Palmyra Member, Women of Evangelical Lutheran Church of America Graduate, 1924 Wilson College French and Latin teacher Member, Palmyra Women's Club Member, Palmyra Senior Citizens Survivors: Sister Christine Broscious, Easton Sister Madeline Fehr, Phillipsburg NJ Preceded in death by: Sisters Mary E. Heller and Irene Wentz Burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, N.Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 18, 2001 Elsie M. (nee Netzley) Fasnacht, age 97 b. Jun 13,1904 Penryn, Lancaster Co. PA d. Nov 16, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Roy Fasnacht d/o late Henry & Emma (nee Keath) Netzley member, St. Luke Lutheran church, Schaefferstown member, Farm Women Group 8, Heidelberg Twp. Member, Community Fellowship (RSVP), Schaefferstown Survivors: Daughter Evelyn, w/o George "Bud" Miller, Schaefferstown Son Henry, h/o Dolores "Dolly" Fasnacht, Schaefferstown Son Roy, h/o Joyce Fasnacht, Schaefferstown 5 grandchildren 7 great-grandchildren burial: St. John's Cemetery, Brickerville, Lancaster Co. PA Nov 19, 2001 Cordelia E. (nee Fritz) Pheasant, age 85 b. Sep 29, 1916 Penbrook, Lancaster Co. PA d. Nov 17, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o Walter J. Pheasant d/o late Henry & Dillie (nee Wolf) Fritz retired from the PA Treasury Dept. Formerly worked for the former Olmsted Air Force Base, Middletown Worked for the Federal Bureau of Mines, Washington DC Worked Hershey Dept Store Worked Landis Shoe Factory, Palmyra Member, Zion Lutheran Church, Grantville Member, East Hanover Twp. Autumn Leaves Enjoyed crocheting, playing piano, crafts, camping and boating. Survivors: Son L. Craig Pheasant, Grantville Daughter Patricia Van Scyoc, Palmyra Daughter Barbara Keiser, Ivyland 5 grandchildren 3 great-grandchildren burial: Grantville Cemetery, Grantville, Dauphin Co. PA Nov 19, 2001 Charles D. Wert, age 75 b. Jan 31, 1926 Muir PA d. Nov 18, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Betty J. (nee Cryder) Wert w/o late Paul & Dora (nee Reiner) Wert retired chauffeur from the Hershey Medical Center Army Air Force Veteran of WW2 Member, Palmyra VFW Enjoyed walking, reading, and watching Penn State games. Survivors: Son Charles L. Wert, Florida Daughter Deborah Varner, Lawn Daughter Vickie Mae Whritenour, Campbelltown Brother John Wert, NJ Brother Richard Wert, Lebanon Sister Marge Viozzi, Palmyra Sister Janice Ensminger, Palmyra 8 grandchildren 5 great-grandchildren burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 19, 2001 Walter G. Horstick, age 78 b. Nov 6, 1923 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 18, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Jennie E. (nee Zettlemoyer) Horstick. S/o late George W. & Eva (nee Drenner) Horstick Navy Veteran of WW2 & Korea Retired optician, working 30 years for the former Gwillim Opticians, Camp Hill. Member, Palm Lutheran Church, Palmyra Member, Brownstone Lodge 666 F & AM, Hershey Member, Harrisburg Consistory Member, Palmyra Sportsman Club Member, Palmyra American Legion Enjoyed archery in his younger days. Survivors: Daughter Deborah L., w/o James Christie, Dubois Son Ronald C. Horstick, Hummelstown Adopted sister Alda Brown, Avon CT 2 grandsons 1 great-grandson burial: United Christian Church Cemetery, S. Londonerry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 20, 2001 Russell F. Heffelfinger, age 72 b. Feb 22, 1929 Mt. Aetna, Berks Co. PA d. Nov 18, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Christine M. (nee Guding) Heffelfinger, to whom he was married 48 years July 30, 2001. S/o late Cleveland R. & Emma (nee Speicher) Heffelfinger Retired steelworker from Hoffman Industries, Sinking Spring Army veteran of Korean War. Survivors: Daughter Ingrid C., w/o Eugene Brenner, Lebanon Daughter Debra, w/o Chris Kline, Oley Daughter Sylvia, w/o Michael Turner, Myerstown Twin sister Betty Fisher, Lebanon 5 grandchildren several nieces and nephews burial: Schaefferstown Cemetery, Schaefferstown, Lebanon Co. PA Nov 20, 2001 Livia Jane Hoffer, stillborn b. & d. Nov 17, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA d/o Zachary S. Hoffer & Cynthia J. (nee Horn) Horn-Hoffer Survivors: Maternal grandparents Raymond & Patricia Horn Jr., Elizabethtown Paternal grandparents Scott & Kathy Hoffer, Danville Paternal grandparents Ken & Bonnie Hartman, Schaefferstown burial: Schaefferstown Cemetery, Schaefferstown, Lebanon Co. PA Nov 20, 2001 Shirley J. (nee Fetter) Ginder, age 64 b. Apr 10, 1937 West Cornwall Twp., Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 18, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o George R. Ginder d/o late Allen & Elizabeth (nee Kline) Fetter retired employee of Ocello Inc, Richland Knitting Mill, w/more than 20 years of service. Member, Schaefferstown Fire Co. Auxiliary Survivors: Daughter Bonita, w/o Lloyd Brown, Myerstown Daughter Debra, w/o Clarke Weatherholtz, Lebanon Son Glenn R. Ginder, Malaysia Sister Hilda Bickle, Lehigh Acres, FL 11 grandchildren 2 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Son Timothy Ginder A Granddaughter Brother Clarence Fetter burial: Schaefferstown Cemetery, Schaefferstown, Lebanon Co. PA Nov 20, 2001 Florence M. (nee Peffley) Griffiths, age 75 b. Mar 23, 1926 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 19, 2001 Lebanon PA d/o late Mary Peffley retired supervisor at Milsan Mills, Lebanon member, Hebron United Methodist Church, Lebanon survivors: Daughter Donna F. Swisher, Lebanon Sister Helen Beard, Lebanon Sister Sally Karsnitz, Lebanon Brother Lee Peffley, Palmyra Brother Richard Peffley, New York 2 grandchildren 2 great-grandchildren number of nieces and nephews. Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Nov 20, 2001 Elizabeth E. (nee Barlett) Brugger, age 72 b. Jan 14, 1929 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 18, 2001 Lebanon PA d/o late Paul & Mary (nee Ream) Barlett Survivors: Son Robert Brugger, Florala, AL Son Paul Brugger, Rehrersburg Son John Brugger, Rehrersburg Sister Mary Margaret Eisenhauer, Lebanon Brother John Barlett, Lebanon Numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Sister Christine Mohler Brother Lloyd Barlett Burial: Pleasant View Cemetery, Sinking Spring, Berks Co. PA Nov 20, 2001 Marie M. (nee Schwartz) Felty, age 74 b. Jun 3, 1927 Wayne Twp PA d. Nov 19, 2001 Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA w/o Harold M. Felty, to whom she was married 56 years. d/o late Monroe & Emma (nee Krause) Schwartz bookkeeper for H.M. Felty Inc, Pine Grove Graduate of Cressona H. S. She was an active member of the Cressona Alumni committee Original member of the Pine Grove Kitchen Band A Girl Scout Leader for 40 years Lifetime Girl Scout neighborhood director Member, St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Pine Grove, where she was active in the Willing Worker'. Member, Women of the Elks in Sebring FL Member, Women of the Moose, Harrisburg Lodge Member, Camp Pine Grove Association Survivors: Daughter Linda Nagle, Pine Grove Daughter Kathy Clark, New Cumberland Son Alan Felty, Schuylkill Haven Sister Helen Grim, Pottsville Sister Dorothea Moyer, Auburn Brother Reynold Mengel, Geneva NY 7 grandchildren 5 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brothers Floyd Mengel, Earl Schwartz, Foster Schwartz, Robert Schwartz and Harold Mengel. Burial: St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA Nov 20, 2001 Myrtle E. (nee Mentzer) Bamberger, 93 b. Jan 25, 1908 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 12, 2001 Boca Raton, FL w/o late Earle Bamberger d/o late William & Martha (nee Lantz) Mentzer Survivors: Daughter Christine, w/o Herbert Rosenbaum, Boca Raton FL 5 grandchildren 8 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brothers Alfred Mentzer, Victor Mentzer, Lloyd Mentzer Daughter Dorothy Bamberger Burial: Kimmerlings Cemetery, E. Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 20, 2001 Christine Jane Burchett, stillborn b. & d. Nov 16, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d/o Bernard F. Burchett Jr. & Dr. Sonya Bohon Survivors: Brother Nicholas James Burchett, Lebanon Maternal Grandparents William & Donna Bohon Sr., Richmond VA Paternal Grandparents Bernard Sr. & Margaret Burchett, Richmond VA Maternal Great-Grandmother Beatrice Latosky, Morann Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 20, 2001 Esther C. (nee Scheidy) Henne, age 97 b. date not listed Upper Bern Twp, Berks Co. PA d. Nov 19, 2001 Tilden Twp., PA w/o late Silas W. Henne, who died Sep 3, 1986 d/o late Charles W. & Katie W. (nee Seyfert) Scheidy 1927 graduate of Kutztown State Teacher's College employed 36 years as a teacher in Upper Bern Township schools, retiring in 1959. Member, Lutheran congregation Friedens Union Church, Shartlesville, where she was a former Sunday school teacher and choir member, and a charter member of the Ladies Aid Society. Survivors: Several nieces and nephews. Burial: Friedens Union Church, Shartlesville, PA Nov 20, 2001 Arline E. "Betty" (nee Kiefer) Miller, age 78 b. Sep 3, 1923 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 18, 2001 N. Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA w/o John L. "Bud" Miller Jr. d/o late Abram & Mary E. (nee Uhrich) Kiefer employed in the wrapping room at Hershey Foods for 43 years. 1941 Graduate Lebanon H. S. Member, First United Methodist Church, Palmyra Survivors: Only her husband. She is the last of her immediate family. Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 20, 2001 Howard H. Baer, age 89 b. date not listed Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co. PA d. Nov 18, 2001 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Ruth Baer s/o late Howard J. & Theresa (nee Haun) Baer. Self-employed certified public accountant Member, Church of the Brethren, Palmyra Survivors: Son Charles, New Jersey Son Edward, Hummelstown 5 grandchildren 3 great-grandchildren burial: Cremation. No burial location listed. Nov 21, 2001 Shirley Jeanne (nee Fetter) Ginder, age 64 b. Apr 10, 1937 West Cornwall Twp., Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 18, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o George R. Ginder d/o late Allen & Elizabeth (nee Kline) Fetter retired employee of Ocello Inc. Richland Knitting Mills, w/more than 20 years of service. Member, Schaefferstown Fire Co. Auxiliary Survivors: Daughter Bonita, w/o Lloyd Brown, Myerstown Daughter Debra, w/o Clarke Weatherholtz, Lebanon Son Glenn R. Ginder, Malaysia Sister Hilda Bickle, Lehigh Acres FL 11 grandchildren 2 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Son Timothy Ginder Granddaughter Amy E. Brown Brother Clarence Fetter Burial: Schaefferstown Cemetery, Schaefferstown, Lebanon Co. PA Nov 21, 2001 Russell F. Heffelfinger, age 72 b. Feb 22, 1929 Mt. Aetna, Berks co. PA d. Nov 18, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Christine M. (nee Guding) Heffelfinger, to whm he was married 48 years on July 30, 2001. S/o late Cleveland R. & Emma (nee Speicher) Heffelfinger. Retired steelworker from Hoffman Industries, Sinking Spring Army veteran of Korean War. Survivors: Daughter Ingrid C., w/o Eugene Brenner, Lebanon Daughter Debra, w/o Chris Kline, Oley Daughter Sylvia, w/o Michael Turner, Myerstown Twin sister Betty Fisher, Lebanon 5 grandchildren several nieces and nephews burial: nothing is listed. Nov 21, 2001 Mary E. (nee Painter) Jennings, age 92 b. Oct 16, 1909 Derry Twp., Dauphin Co. PA d. Nov 20, 2001 Hummelstown, Dauphin Co. PA w/o late John H. Jennings d/o late Harry C. & Emma Amanda (nee Witman) Painter retired as a French fancy stitcher from the former W. L. Kreider Shoe Co. Member, Campbelltown United Methodist Church Survivors: Son Donald L., h/o Donna Jennings, Hummelstown 4 grandchildren 6 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Sister Martha Hitz Burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, N.Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 21, 2001 Ruth E. (nee Summers) Binkley, age 77 b. Jul 20, 1924 New Orleans LA d. Nov 19, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Allen R. Binkley, w/whom she celebrated 50 years Aug 2001. D/o late Eugene H. & Ruth A. (nee Sunderland) Summers Retired from the data processing department of the Dept of the Navy, Mechanicsburg Graduate of Sophie B. Wright H. S., New Orleans LA Attended Zion Evangelical Congregational Church, Annville Member, Daughters of the American Revolution Member, Daughters of the Mayflower Survivors: Daughter M. Ruth, w/o James F. Miller, Lebanon Step-dau Carol A. w/o George Kline, Myerstown Step-son Kenneth A. Binkley, Annville Step-son William A. Binkley, Newark DE A grandson 8 step-grandchildren 2 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brother Eugene Summers burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 21, 2001 William M. Moats, age 84 b. Oct 12, 1917 Waynesboro, PA d. Nov 20, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Vivian M. (nee Hofsass) Moats s/o late William & Elizabeth Moats retired from Milton Hershey Orchard and Old Forge Acres Orchard, Palmyra survivors: Daughter Gloria J. Fink, Elizabethtown Son Gary L. Moats, Palmyra Brother Lawrence Moats, Waynesboro 7 grandchildren 10 great-grandchildren burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, N.Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 21, 2001 Carole A. (nee Donmoyer) Brent, age 63 b. Jul 1, 1938 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 20, 2001 Lebanon PA d/o Nancy (nee Patschke) Donmoyer & the late Jacob Paul Donmoyer Production worker for Hershey Chocolate Corp. Member, Zoar's Lutheran Church, Mt. Zion Graduate of Lebanon H. S. Survivors: Son Joseph Jr., h/o Dolores Brent, Lebanon Son Chris Brent, and fiancŽe Tina Turner, Harrisburg Daughter Lisa Brent and fiancŽe James Harris, Harrisburg 3 grandchildren 1 great-granddaughter burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Nov 22, 2001 Shirley Jeanne (nee Fetter) Ginder, age 64 b. Apr 10, 1937 West Cornwall Twp., Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 18, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o George R. Ginder d/o late Allen & Elizabeth (nee Kline) Fetter retired employee of Ocello Inc. Richland Knitting Mills, w/more than 20 years of service. Member, Schaefferstown Fire Co. Auxiliary Survivors: Daughter Bonita, w/o Lloyd Brown, Myerstown Daughter Debra, w/o Clarke Weatherholtz, Lebanon Son Glenn R. Ginder, Malaysia Sister Hilda Bickle, Lehigh Acres FL 11 grandchildren 2 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Son Timothy Ginder Granddaughter Amy E. Brown Brother Clarence Fetter Burial: Schaefferstown Cemetery, Schaefferstown, Lebanon Co. PA Nov 22, 2001 Melvin E. Gettle Sr., age 61 b. Apr 6, 1940 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 17, 2001 Kleinfeltersville, Lebanon Co. PA s/o late Henry R. & Beulah V. (nee Weaver) Gettle self-employed mason member, Marion Rd & Gun Club, Stouchsburg member, Millcreek Rod & Gun Club, Stricklersville member, Newmanstown Athletic Association member, Richland American Legion Member, Mt. Aetna Fire Co. Member, Mt. Zion Fire Co. Member, Womelsdorf Rod & Gun Club Survivors: Son Melvin E. Gettle Jr., Fredericksburg Son Roy H. Gettle, Newmanstown Son Steven D. Gettle, Newmanstown Brothers Gerald Gettle, Jonestown Brother Henry J. Gettle, Federicksburg Sister Nancy Sheffy, Port Charlotte FL Sister Maenna Miller, Myerstown Sister Betty Brown, Womelsdorf 12 grandchildren 1 great-grandchild Preceded in death by: Son Robert M. Gettle Brother James Lee Gettle Burial: Wolf's Union Meeting House Cemetery, City not listed. Nov 22, 2001 Leslie T. Swanson, age 96 b. Oct 27, 1905 LaPorte Indiana d. Nov 20, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Ruth S. (nee Anderson) Swanson s/o late Mr. & Mrs. Frank Swanson retired from Hol-o-met Corp, in Arizona, where he was vice president of engineering. Survivors: Son Ronald Swanson, Malvern, Chester Co. PA Burial: LaPorte, Indiana. Not specific. Nov 22, 2001 Richard C. "Dick" Blouch, age 92 b. Dec 5, 1908 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 20, 2001 Lebanon h/o Lena P. (nee Orfino) Blouch s/o late Charles R. & Salome R. (nee VanWinkle) Blouch retired salesman for RJ Watkins Co. member, Zion Lutheran Church, Lebanon avid golfer Army veteran of WW2, where he received the American Theatre Service Medal, Good Conduct medal, and World War 2 Victory Medal. Survivors: Daughter Judith E. Blouch, Hanesville WA Daughter Suzanne M., w/o Rudolph E. Malush, VA Bch, VA 6 grandchildren 2 great-grandchildren brother Alfred Blouch, Lebanon brother Wilbur Blouch, Harrisburg Sister Grace Snyder, Cornwall Sister Marion Gabriel, Lebanon Numerous nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Grandson William E. Haskins Sister Myrl Helman Brothers Arthur Blouch & Charles "Pete" Blouch Burial; Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 22, 2001 Marion S. (nee Stover) Miller, age 91 b. Jun 21, 1910 Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co. PA d. Nov 20, 2001 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Dr. Frederick K. Miller, who died in 1975. D/o late Wilmer & Theresa (nee Layaou) Stover Graduate of Overbrook H. S., Philadelphia Received her bachelor's & master's degrees from the Univ. of PA Attended Annville United Methodist Church Member and former officer of Annville Forum Member and former officer of Lebanon Women's Club Member and former officer Lebanon Valley College Auxiliary. Served on the Lebanon Co. Children and Youth Board Member, Lebanon Co. Country Club Several bridge clubs Survivors: Daughter Janet Louise, w/o Robert McLeod, Danbury CT 2 grandchildren burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 22, 2001 Richard P. Hollinger, age 68 b. Dec 28, 1932 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 20, 2001 Lebanon PA w/o Julia L. (nee Sweeney) Hollinger, w/whom he celebrated 48 years in Jun 2001. S/o late William Hollinger & Violet (nee Herr) Hollinger. Navy veteran of Korean War. Manager of the parts department of Clever-Brooks for 14 years Later manager of Frattaroli's Beer & Soda Outlet. Member, St. John's United Methodist Church, Lebanon, where he was church treasurer and former member of the church choir. 1951 Graduate of Lebanon H. S. Safety officer and the former assistanct chief at Neversink Fire Co. Avid golfer and dancer. Survivors: Son Steven R. Hollinger, Lebanon 1 grandson brother Ronald L. Hollinger, Ephrata sister Janice E., w/o Conrad Schneider, Palmyra sister Phyllis J. Bickle, Cleona several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Brother Robert J. Hollinger Burial; Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 23, 2001 Dorothy M. Witmeyer, age 83 b. Feb 28, 1918 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 21, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA d/o John A. & Carrie M. (nee Houser) Witmeyer retired office worker for the Bethlehem Mines, Annville former secretary at the former Keystone Macaroni, Lebanon Graduate, 1935 Annville H. S. Graduate, 1938 Lebanon Business College. Member, Friends of Old Annville Member, Annville United Methodist Church, where she was the former secretary to the administrative council and former choir member. Volunteer at the Annville Free Library. Survivors: Sister Eleanor L. Witmeyer, Annville 2 nieces , 2 nephews, 9 great-nieces, 3 great-great-nieces all of Lancaster Co. PA Preceded in death by: Brothers Carl and Clyde Witmeyer Burial: Mt. Annville Cemetery, N. Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 23, 2001 Dorothy R. (nee Wentling) Whitman, age 86 b. Oct 2, 1915 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 21, 2001 Lebanon PA w/o Robert M. Whitman d/o late Robert J. & Rose L. (nee Leahy) Wentling member, St. Mark's United Church of Christ, Lebanon member, Polka Pals, Lebanon attended Lebanon schools enjoyed dressmaking, crocheting and various needlework Survivors: Daughter Racine L., w/o William D. Peifer, Royersford 2 grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brothers Robert, Marlin, John, William and Neal Wentling Burial: Ebenezer "Greenwood" Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 23, 2001 Ruth I. (nee Strausser) Lehman, age 92 b. Aug 16, 1909 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Nov 21, 2001 Pine Grove PA w/o late Harry Zimmerman d/o late Cyrus & Sarah (nee Hoy) Strausser 65 year member, Suedberg Church of God Atteneded Oak Grove Schools Employed at the former Canoe Mfg, Pine Grove, 23 years as a presser. Survivors: Daughter June Kohler, Milford DE Daughter Donna Hommel. Milton Son Larry L. Zimmerman, Pine Grove Son Dennis Zimmerman, Pine Grove Son Dean Zimmerman, Fredericksburg Preceded in death by: Son Allen Zimmerman A grandson A great-great granddaughter Sisters Elsie Behney, Alice Fidler, Roma Lengel, Stella Shollenberger Annie Felty, Agusta Klinger and Alma Strausser Brothers Daniel Strausser and Henry Strausser Burial: Suedburg Church of God Cemetery, Suedberg, Schuylkill Co. PA Nov 24, 2001 Lizzie H. (nee Wolfe) Harris, age 96 b. Feb 17, 1905 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Nov 22, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late John C. Harris d/o late Edwin& Annie (nee Peiffer) Wolfe worked as a quill winder for Keystone Silk Mills for 15 years member, Lebanon Church of the Brethren survivors: Daughter Joyce G. Miller, Lebanon Son George L. Harris, Palmyra Son Edwin C. Harris, Lebanon Sister Anna Witters, Lebanon Nieces and nephews 11 grandchildren 16 great-grandchildren 2 great-great grandchildren Preceded in death by: Son Leon Harris 5 brothers and 2 sisters (not named) burial: Ebenezer "Greenwood": Cemetery, N. Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 24, 2001 Elsie B. (nee Witmer) Herr, age 61 b. May 27, 1940 East Earl, Lancaster Co. PA d. Nov 23, 2001 Robesonia, Berks Co. PA w/o James E. Herr d/o late Paul G. & Jennie (nee Burkholder) Witmer member, Bernville Mennonite Church survivors: Daughter Arlene Zimmerman, w/o Leonard, New Holland Daughter Pauline Clugston, w/o Dean, Oregon Daughter Naomi Snader, w/o Andrew, Reinholds Daughter Judith Mast, w/o Titus, Newberry IN Son Roy Herr, h/o Joanna, Myerstown Brother Samuel Witmer, h/o Mary, Reinholds Brother Melvin Witmer, h/o Esther, Kokomo MS Brother Sylvan Witmer, h/o Loretta, Womelsdorf Sister Pauline Zimmerman, w/o Noah, Lancaster 19 grandchildren preceded in death by: brother Paul Witmer burial: Bernville Mennonite Church, Bernville, Berks Co. PA Nov 24, 2001 Brett James Hardenstine, age 42 b. Mar 21, 1959 Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Nov 22, 2001 Maryland h/o Hazel (nee Benau) Hardenstine s/o James Hardenstine, Myerstown and Beverly (nee Heinbach) Hardenstine, Darlington MD employee of United Parcel Service (UPS) 1977 graduate of Pine Grove H. S. Graduate of Temple University, where he played football 1998 he was inducted into the Schuylkill Co. Hall of Fame. Survivors: Daughter Agnes Hardenstine, Severn MD Daughter Sophia Hardenstine, Severn MD Brother Jeff Hardenstine, St. Clair Brother Steve Hardenstine, Pine Grove Sister Janine Stager, Darlington MD Paternal Grandmother Julie (nee Zulick) Hardenstine, Pine Grove Burial: no listed! Nov 24, 2001 Esther Luz Cancel, age 37 b. Dec 30, 1963 Puerto Rico d. Nov 23, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d/o late Luis & Luz (nee Narvaez) Cancel Survivors: Son Roberto Miguel Bracero, Lebanon Son Felipe Bracero, Lebanon Daughter Marlayna Echevarria, Lebanon Brother Louis Cancel , Maryland Brother Miguel Cancel, Maryland Brother Elmer Sanchez, Maryland Brother Milton Sanchez, New York Nieces and nephews Burial: Not listed. Nov 24, 2001 George S. Boyd, age 81 b. Jun 16, 1920 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 23, 2001 Campbelltown, Lebanon Co. PA h/o late Grace E. (nee Graby) Boyd s/o late Ammon & Frances (nee Shelly) Boyd Hershey Foods employee of 44 years Member, Palmyra Church of the Brethren Survivors: Daughter Beverly J. McGowan, Hagerstown MD Sister Fannie Hartman, Palmyra Sister Mae Wallace, w/o Richard Wallace, Campbelltown 2 grandchildren nieces and nephews preceded in death by: brothers Ammon, Paul and Charles Boyd sisters Maggie Boyd and Ruth Whitmore burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 24, 2001 Gary P. "Peanut" Mangine, age 27 b. Jul 28, 1974 location not listed. d. Nov 20, 2001 Hummelstown, Dauphin Co. Pa (Allegheny Valley School Home) s/o late Cynthia (nee Stupp) Keel formerly of Pine Grove Graduate of Camp Hill H. S. Attended Allegheny Valley Adult School Survivors: Maternal Grandfather Junior Stupp, Pine Grove 2 uncles and 3 aunts. Burial: St. John's Lutheran Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA Nov 24, 2001 Verna L. (nee Parks) Grimes, age 90 b. Aug 28, 1911 Huntingdown Furnace, PA d. Nov 23, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Newton S. Grimes d/o late Charles & Carolyn (nee Smith) Parks formerly of Staten Island NY survivors: Son Richard B. Grimes, Annville Daughter Janet Axton, W. Babylon NY 6 grandchildren 13 great-grandchildren 3 great-great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Son Jack A. Grimes Burial: Moravian Cemetery, Staten Island NY Nov 24, 2001 Carlton K. "Cocky" Davis, age 69 b. Dec 29, 1931 Bradford Co. PA d. Nov 22, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA s/o late William J. & Musa (nee Merrick) Davis retired from Ken Whitman & Sons Sanitation Co., Lebanon survivors: Adopted son Kenneth Davis, Annville Adopted daughter Carol Jean Davis, North Carolina Brother Harry H. Davis, Lebanon Sister Josephine Leonard, w/o late John Sr., Reading Sister Louella M. Klopp, w/o Late Monroe, Lebanon Sister Rose M. Keener, Lebanon Nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Brothers William & John Davis Burial: Ebenezer "Convenant" Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 24, 2001 Morris R. Blodgett, age 83 b. date not listed location not listed. d. Nov 21, 2001 Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Patricia Blodgett Served in the Army during WW2 Worked for American Stores Co. Member, Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Cornwall Survivors: Daughter Frances Pearson, Illinois Daughter Carol Stacy, Exton Daughter Sarah Segura, Delaware Daughter Ellen Bialobok, New York Daughter Jane Sinclair, Missouri 11 grandchildren burial: Cremation. No location is listed. Nov 25, 2001 Ruth I. (nee Strausser) Lehman, age 92 b. Aug 16, 1909 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Nov 21, 2001 Pine Grove PA w/o late Harry Zimmerman d/o late Cyrus & Sarah (nee Hoy) Strausser 65 year member, Suedberg Church of God Atteneded Oak Grove Schools Employed at the former Canoe Mfg, Pine Grove, 23 years as a presser. Survivors: Daughter June Kohler, Milford DE Daughter Donna Hommel. Milton Son Larry L. Zimmerman, Pine Grove Son Dennis Zimmerman, Pine Grove Son Dean Zimmerman, Fredericksburg Sister Edna Minnich, Lebanon 18 grandchildren 36 great-grandchildren 8 great-great grandchildren Preceded in death by: Son Allen Zimmerman A grandson Joseph Kohler Jr. A great-great granddaughter Sisters Elsie Behney, Alice Fidler, Roma Lengel, Stella Shollenberger Annie Felty, Agusta Klinger and Alma Strausser Brothers Daniel Strausser, Theodore Strausser, and Henry Strausser Burial: Suedburg Church of God Cemetery, Suedberg, Schuylkill Co. PA Nov 25, 2001 Verna L. (nee Parks) Grimes, age 90 b. Aug 28, 1911 Huntingdown Furnace, PA d. Nov 23, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Newton S. Grimes d/o late Charles & Carolyn (nee Smith) Parks formerly of Staten Island NY survivors: Son Richard B. Grimes, Annville Daughter Janet Axton, W. Babylon NY 6 grandchildren 13 great-grandchildren 3 great-great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Son Jack A. Grimes Burial: Moravian Cemetery, Staten Island NY Nov 25, 2001 Terry R. Kemp, age 67 b. date not listed Paonia, Colorado d. Nov 21, 2001 San Antonio TX h/o Lebanon Native, Anne (nee Shouder) Kemp, to whom he was married 47 years. Parents are not listed. Began his 20 year military career in the U. S. Air Force Security Servie at the age of 18. Upon retiring in San Antonio, TX,he embardked on a successful real estate career, owning and operating 5 offices. For the last 7 years, he owned, Kemp & Associates an income-tax consulting firm Survivor: Son David, h/o Patrica Kemp, San Antonio TX Daughter Karen, w/o Rogert Huckabee, San Antonio TX 2 granddaughters burial: Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, Fort Sam Houston, TX Nov 25, 2001 Roy A. Lutz, Sr, age 72 b. Jan 8, 1929 Mt. Aetna, Berks Co. PA d. Nov 25, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Mary J. (nee Condran) Lutz s/o late Isaac & Lyndia Lutz retired truck driver for the former Myerstown Hide and Tallow Co. Survivors: Son Roy A. Lutz Jr., Myerstown Son Chester Roy Lutz, Lebanon Son Richard Taymond Lutz, Lebanon Daughter Jane M. Lutz, Myerstown Brother Irvin Lutz, Lebanon Brother Jake Lutz, Lebanon Brother Raynond Lutz, Lebanon Brother Woodrow Lutz, Lebanon Brother Richard Lutz, Myerstown Sister Elsie Bender, Lebanon Sister Mabel Nordall, Lebanon 5 grandchildren 4 great-grandchildren burial: Bucher's Union Meeting House Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Nov 25, 2001 Marlin C. Lehman, age 85 b. Dec 22, 1913 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 23, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o late Beulah (nee Kline) Lehman, who died Oct 21, 2000. S/o late Brandt & Anna (nee Goodman) Lehman Formerly worked for Hershey Foods Corp. Formerly worked for the former Mark Memorials, Palmyra Survivors: Son Kenneth M. Lehman, Fountain Inn, SC Son Robert E. Lehman, Sutton WV Son Jeffrey L. Lehman, Columbia Daughter Marlene F. Morrison, Palmyra Daughter Irene K. Hoffer, Manheim Daughter Christine K. Lehman, Manheim Brother Earl R. Lehman, Annville Sister Kathryn Grosh, Elizabethtown Sister Betty Hoffman, Palmyra Sister Ruth M. Bucher, Palmyra Sister E. Jean Witmer, Palmyra Sister Nancy Myers, Palmyra 18 grandchildren 22 great-grandchildren 4 great-great grandchildren burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, N.Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 25, 2001 Ruth R. Layman, age 86 b. Aug 23, 1915 Mt. Crawford, VA d. Nov 23, 2001 Columbia, Lancaster Co. PA d/o late Elmer E. & Fannie (nee Spitzer) Layman retired from Hershey Foods after working more than 40 years in the kiss dept and wrapping room. Attended Palmyra Church of the Brethren Enjoyed driving her friends to various appointments over the years. Enjoyed playing the organ and took lessons from age 65 to 80 in Lebanon at the Marties Music School. With help from her sister, Ruby V. Eagle, she was instrumental in setting up for the Army War Chocolate Bar in 1942 under head chemist Harold Mohler for Hershey Chocolate Co and in establishing the U.S.O. during WW2 at Indiantown Gap Military Reserve. Avid Patron of the Hershey Community Chorus Avid patron of the Voices of Palmyra Community Chorus One of her greatest achievements was winning a county-wide contest during her adolescence in Harrisonburg, VA by throwing a baseball further than any other pitchers. Survivors: 4 nephews, a nieces, one great-niece, three great-nephews, and 6 great-great-nieces and nephews. Burial: Spring Creek Church of the Brethren Cemetery, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA Nov 25, 2001 Marlin E. Shellenhamer, age 79 b. Feb 24, 1922 Derry Township, Dauphin Co. PA d. Nov 23, 2001 Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Doris (nee Oberholtzer) Shellenhamer, w/whom he celebrated 38 years, May 2001. S/o late Peter & Laura (nee Fishr) Shellenhamer. 1938 Graduate of Hershey H. S. Attended Lebanon Business College Army Veteran of WW2, serving in the Philippines and earning the Purple Heart Employed as a bookkeeper at Cassell Hardware, Palmyra for 11 years, before going To Valley Trust Co., Palmyra 1963 Ð 1982. He was the branch manager for the Campbelltown branch for 9 years. Member, Hebron United Methodist Churhc, Lebanon, Member, Hebron Church Seniors Life member, Past Commander, Campbelltown American Legion, where he also Served as treasurer for more than 40 years. Life member, Disabled American Veterans Life member, Hershey VFW Former librarian for the Lebanon Senior Center Belonged to AARP and RSVP. Survivors: Several nieces and nephews Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 25, 2001 Ruth P. (nee Bretz) Brown, age 99 b. Jun 18, 1902 Enola, Lancaster Co. PA d. Nov 23, 2001 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA w/o late Robert Brown. D/o late Irvin & Nora Bretz. A receptionist at the former Parker House and Howard Johnson, both in Harrisburg A receptionist at the Hotel Hershey Member, St. John's United Methodist Church, Grantville Member, Farm Women's Group Survivors: Niece, nephew, 4 great-nieces, a great-great nieces 2 great-great nephews, a great-great-great niece. Burial: Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, Lower Paxton Twp., Dauphin Co. PA Nov 26, 2001 Christine A. (nee Smith) Scheirer, age 86 b. date not listed Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 23, 2001 Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA w/o late Robert L. Scheirer, who died Feb 23, 2000. D/o late Charles C. & Ida (nee Good) Smith Graduate, Lebanon Valley College, where she earned a bachelor's degree She was employed as a teacher for 26 years in Lebanon City and county schools retiring in 1976. member, Westminister Presbyterian Church formerly a member of Calvary Church, where she taught Sunday school and sang in the choir. Member, Lebanon Retired Teachers Association Member, PA Association of School Retirees Member, American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) Survivors: Son Robert S. Scheirer, Penbrooke, NJ Son Daniel C. Scheirer, Lexington MA Brother Cyrus Smith, Anniston AL Sister Ruth Williams, Doylestown 6 grandchldren 2 great-grandchildren Burial; Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 26, 2001 Ann (nee Geller) Youngerman, age unknown b. date not listed Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 25, 2001 Lebanon PA w/o late Jack Youngerman d/o late Abraham & Lena Miriam (nee Tishelman) Geller Graduate, Lebanon H. S. Retired from Geller Real Estate after 50 years of service. Member, Congregation Beth Israel Member, Sisterhood in Lebanon Life member, Hadassah Life member, American Contract Bridge League Survivors: Cousins Preceded in death by: Brother Guy Geller Burial: Beth Israel Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Nov 26, 2001 Ruth I. (nee Strausser) Lehman, age 92 b. Aug 16, 1909 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Nov 21, 2001 Pine Grove PA w/o late Harry Zimmerman d/o late Cyrus & Sarah (nee Hoy) Strausser 65 year member, Suedberg Church of God Atteneded Oak Grove Schools Employed at the former Canoe Mfg, Pine Grove, 23 years as a presser. Survivors: Daughter June Kohler, Milford DE Daughter Donna Hommel. Milton Son Larry L. Zimmerman, Pine Grove Son Dennis Zimmerman, Pine Grove Son Dean Zimmerman, Fredericksburg Sister Edna Minnich, Lebanon 18 grandchildren 36 great-grandchildren 8 great-great grandchildren Preceded in death by: Son Allen Zimmerman A grandson A great-great granddaughter Sisters Elsie Behney, Alice Fidler, Roma Lengel, Stella Shollenberger Annie Felty, Agusta Klinger and Alma Strausser Brothers Daniel Strausser and Henry Strausser Burial: Suedburg Church of God Cemetery, Suedberg, Schuylkill Co. PA Nov 27, 2001 Sara Rebecca "Becky" Lee, age not provide b. date not provided Cincicinnati, Hamilton Co. OH d. Nov 26, 2001 Annville, Lebanon Co, PA d/o of late Alice (nee Stewart) Lee and Dr. Charles Marston Lee she moved with her family to Beaver Falls in 1918 when her father was named President of Geneva College. Graduated from Geneva College Earned Master's Degrees from Syracuse University and Case Western University. Officer in the WAVES during WW2 Navy Reserves Retired with the rank of commander. Taught French, English and Latin in various schools Was resident director of a women's dormitory at Drexel University, Philadelphia. Member, College Hill Reformed Presbyterian Church Survivors: Sister Ellen, w/o Ralph Smith, Bloomington IL Sister Margaret "Birdie", w/o Rev. David Boyce, Annville Brother Jonathahn Lee, Downers Grove, IL Brother Dr. Stewart, h/o Ann Lee, Cranberry Twp. Numerous nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews and an aunt. Preceded in death by: Brother Walter Marston Lee. Burial: Highland Cemetery, Ft. Mitchell KY Nov 27, 2001 Marion S. (nee Speicher) Crist, age 77 b. Feb 14, 1924 Cleona, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 25, 2001 East Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA w/o Rev. Robert P. Crist d/o late Clarence & Kathryn (nee Muench) Spreicher She and her hsband served Baptist churches in Worcester and Southbridge, MA and Hebron, Maine, prior to their retirement in Hershey. Graduate of Hershey H. S. Graduate of the former Hershey Junior College Volunteer, American Cancer Society's Hope Lodge, Hershey Attended, First United Methodist Church, Hershey Member, Derry Township Historical Society, Hershey Member, Hebron Community Baptist Church, Hebron, Maine, where she was the organist and choir director. Survivors: Daughter Deborah J. Bowersox, Lititz Daughter Susan J. Mowatt, West Paris, Maine Brother William F. Speicher, Annville 4 grandchildren 2 great-grandchildren number of nieces and nephews. Burial: location is not listed! Nov 27, 2001 Richard Alton Lantzy, age 65 b. Jul 20, 1936 Tacoma Park MD d. Nov 25, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Jeanne K. (nee Weldon) Lantzy s/o Alta Mae (nee Brace) Lantzy and the late Percy Philip Lantzy Math teacher for Palmyra Area School District Formerly worked for the Trojan Yacht Co. Lancaster Formed worked for Continental Press, Elizabethtown Member, Spring Creek Church of the Brethren, Hershey, he was a former Sunday school teacher, Autitor, treasurer, deacon and church moderator. Member, PA State Education Association Member, Palmyra Area Education Association Member, PA Council of Teachers of Mathematics Member, Hershey Country Club Member, Lebanon Co. Tennis Association Life member, U. S. Tennis Assoiciation Survivors: Daughter Brenda, w/o Steve Horst, Elizabethtown Daughter Pamela, w/o Denny Moore, Naples, FL Son Michael, h/o Lori Lantzy, Phienixville Son Steve Lantzy, Mt. Joy Brother David Lantzy, Harrisburg Sister Mary Lou, w/o Hugh Battley, Northville MI Sister Rev. Barbara Hartman, Downingtown Sister Jeanne, w/o Sebastian Licata, Palmyra 7 grandchildren burial: Spring Creek Church of the Brethren, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA Nov 27, 2001 David B. Good, age 74 b. Dec 16, 1926 Bowmansville, Lancaster Co. PA d. Nov 26, 2001 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA h/o late Esther P. (nee Netzley) Good, who died Jan 17, 1996 s/o late Harvey & Suzie (nee Burkhart) Good truck friver for the former Interstate Dress Carriers, Myerstowns School bus drive for Eastern Lebanon Co. School District. Attended Grace Brethren Church, Myerstown Avid hunter, sports fan, enjoyed playing pinochle. Survivors: Son David G., h/o Mona Good, West Lawn Son Daniel G., h/o of Julie Malloy-Good, Malvern Son Douglas G., h/o Rebecca Good, Richland Sister Elizabeth Mesinger, Florida Sister Trudy Hess, Atlanta GA Sister Sally Landis, E. Petersburg Brother Calvin Good, Denver, PA Brother Walter Good, Leola Brother Harvey Good, Mohnton Brother James Good, Mohnton Brother Andrew Good, Reamstown Brother Willis Good, Stevens Brother Charles Good, Sinking Spring 6 grandchildren 2 great-great grandchildren several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Sister Gladys Horst Brother Marvin Good Burial: Friedens Memorial Park, Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA Nov 27, 2001 Wayne B. Hadley, age 75 b. Mar 29, 1926 Kinsman, OH d. Nov 17, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Hazel L. (nee Mason) Hadley s/o late John Henry & Bessie Belle (Bassett) Hadley 1946 Graduate Gustavus, H. S. in Ohio. Army veteran of WW2 Received his bachelor's degree suma cum laude, chemistry from Ohion State University in 1950. elected to honor societies Phi Beta Kappa, Phi Lambda Upsilon and Sigma XI Was Phi Beta Kappa scholar and National Science Foundation Fellow. Received a Ph.D in Physical Chemistry in 1954, University of Chicago Retired from AMP Inc. 1989 Taught Physical Chemistry and Research at the University of California-Berkeley and At Ohio State University. Moved into the industrial field in 1961 as research chemist at Zenith Radio Corp. Chicago 1972, joined AMP in Harrisburg, where he did research in fiber optics. The results of his research appeared in various professional pulications over the years. While at AMP, he taught classes in Computer Programming part-time, Harrisburg Area Community College. After retirement, he was adjunct Associate Professor at Hershey Medical Center, where he worked as computer programmer analyst. Member, First United Methodist Church, Palmyra Member, American Chemical Society since 1956 Member, Palmyra Lions Club since 1974 Member, National Parkinson's Foundation Member, Genealogical Society of PA Member, Friends Historical Society of Haverford College Member, North Carolina Friends Society Former chairman of the Southeastern section of the American Chemical Society, club secretary 18 years. Melvin Jones Fellow Charter member, Hershey Museum Volunteer in its curatorial and/or educational departments Former member and Past chairman Parkinson's Support Group Longtime member, National Genealogical Society Former member, Trinity United Church of Christ, Palmyra were he was a former Sunday school teacher, superintendent, president of the choir and consistory member. Enjoyed Quaker History and genealogy. Survivors: Daughter Nancy Lynn Hadley, w/o Kerry T. Lyon, Williamsburg VA Brother A. Dwight Hadley, Farmdale, OH Brother Herbert H. Hadley, S. Pasadena FL Brother J. Leslie Hadley, North Kingsville OH Sister Elva Hopkins, Cortland OH 16 nieces and nephews burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA Nov 28, 2001 Richard Alton Lantzy, age 65 b. Jul 20, 1936 Tacoma Park MD d. Nov 25, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Jeanne K. (nee Weldon) Lantzy s/o Alta Mae (nee Brace) Lantzy and the late Percy Philip Lantzy Math teacher for Palmyra Area School District Formerly worked for the Trojan Yacht Co. Lancaster Formerly worked for Continental Press, Elizabethtown Owned/operated his own business Lasar Life, a computer product restoration service from his home for the past several years. Served on the Palmyra School Board for more than 12 years, and was president for a TERM. Member, Spring Creek Church of the Brethren, Hershey, he was a former Sunday school teacher, Autitor, treasurer, deacon and church moderator. Member, PA State Education Association Member, Palmyra Area Education Association Member, PA Council of Teachers of Mathematics Member, Hershey Country Club Member, Lebanon Co. Tennis Association Life member, U. S. Tennis Assoiciation Survivors: Daughter Brenda, w/o Steve Horst, Elizabethtown Daughter Pamela, w/o Denny Moore, Naples, FL Son Michael, h/o Lori Lantzy, Phienixville Son Steve Lantzy, Mt. Joy Brother David Lantzy, Harrisburg Sister Mary Lou, w/o Hugh Battley, Northville MI Sister Rev. Barbara Hartman, Downingtown Sister Jeanne, w/o Sebastian Licata, Palmyra 7 grandchildren burial: Spring Creek Church of the Brethren, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA Nov 28, 2001 Charles R. Thompson, age 65 b. Aug 5, 1936 Scranton, PA d. Nov 27, 2001 Richland, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Pat A. (nee Pringle) Thompson, to whom he was married 35 years, Sept 10, 2001. S/o Dorothy (nee Jones) Thompson and the late Charles Thompson. Graduate of Rutgers University Systems Analyst for Brown Brothers Harrisman, NYC, NY Served in the Army during peacetime. Secretary of Williamson Lodge 307 F & AM in Womelsdorf Past master of Adoniram Highland Wakefield Rising Star Lodge 80 F & AM , Lyndhurst NJ Member, Masonic Club of Lyndhurst NJ Enjoyed setting up web sites, having amassed more than 300 of his own. Survivors: Daughter Tracey A. Thompson, Richland Son Evan C. Thompson, Fleetwood Sister Judith A. Harris, Richland A grandson Number of nieces and nephews Burial: Schaefferstown Cemetery, Schaefferstown, Lebanon Co. PA Nov 28, 2001 Dennis R. "Denny" Herb, age 55 b. Nov 4, 1946 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 27, 2001 Lebanon PA h/o Linda (nee Lerch) Herb s/o Sara Jane (nee Kerkensinger) Herb and the late Austin Herb. Chief of security Lebanon VA Medical Center Marine Veteran of the Vietnam War Worshipped in the chapel at the VA Medical Center Survivors: Son Robert, h/o Tessa Herb, Lebanon Son David, h/o Suzanne Herb, Myerstown Daughter Jennifer, w/o Brian Schies, Richland Brother James Herb, Chicago IL Sister Joan Marie, w/o Samuel Leedy, Gettysburg 9 grandchildren nieces and nephews aunts and uncles burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 28, 2001 Paul S. Stoltzfus, age 79 b. date not provided Leola, Lancaster Co. PA d. Nov 26, 2001 Elizabethtown, Lancaster Co. PA h/o Ruth (nee Weaver) Stoltzfus, to whom he was married 48 years, March 2001 s/o late Joseph B. & Fannie (nee Smoker) Stoltzfus. During the mid-1940's he attended Eastern Mennonite University Former member, Krall Mennonite Church, Lebanon for 38 years, serving as Sunday school Superintendent, Sunday school teacher and song leader, and held the office of deacon for 35 years. After moving to Elizabethtown in 1992, member, Risser Mennonite Church, Elizabethtown Retired in 1986 from the former Lebanon Packaging, where he worked as a custodian for 20 years. Had been a self-employed contractor for more than 10 years. Avid reader, he could read and understand the Greek language. Enjoyed walking and gardening. Survivors: Son Chet L., h/o Cheryl Stoltzfus, Schuylkill Haven Son W. Dean, h/o Stephanie Stoltzfus, Spirng Grove Daughter Jolene F., w/o Dennis Shippy, Somerset co. PA Daughter Gloria D., w/o John Shirk, Elizabethtown 7 grandchildren 6 step-grandchildren 4 step-great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brothers Joseph and Abner Stoltzfus Sisters Lena and Miriam Stoltzfus Burial: Gingrich's Mennonite Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Nov 29, 2001 Landis E. Tice III, age 52 b. Sep 1, 1949 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA d. Nov 24, 2001 Port Charlotte Florida h/o Thelma (nee Heagy) Tice s/o Landis E. Jr. & Mary (nee Smith) Tice worked in water distribution for the city of Punta Gorda FL formerly worked for Three Mile Island, outside of Middletown for 15 years. Member, Grace Presbyterian Church, Arcadia FL Volunteer with Educational Concerns for Hunger Organization, Ft. Myers FL Survivors: Daughter Dustra A. Tice, Port Charlotte FL Daughter Melinda A. Tice, Port Charlotte FL Brother William Tice, Myerstown Brother Robert Tice, Myerstown Brother James Tice, Myerstown Burial: Manada United Christian Cemetery, Shellsville, PA Nov 29, 2001 Barry L. March, age 56 b. date not listed Reinholds, Lancaster Co. PA d. Nov 26, 2001 Monroe Co. PA (hunting accident) s/o Alberta M. (nee Hoshauer) Witmer and the late Richard B. Witmer worked as the general manager for the Sleep Inn and Main Stay Hotel, Mountville for 3 years General manager of the Quality Inn in Lebanon 1988 Ð 1996 General Manager for 14 years, Lancaster Host Resort Survivors: Son Anthony T., h/o Barbara E. March, Lancaster Brother Randy J., h/o Donna Witmer, Lancaster Brother Stephen E., h/o Monica Witmer, Lancaster 2 grandchildren preceded in death by: brother Jay H. Witmer burial: Bowmansville Union Cemetery, Bowmansville, Lancaster Co. PA Nov 29, 2001 C. Franklin Coover, age 82 b. Jan 15, 1919 Renovo, Clinton Co. PA d. Nov 28, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Ann (nee Morinchin) Coover s/o late Clarence C. & Laura J. (nee Grugan) Coover Graduate, Milton Hershey Industrial School for Boys in 1936 Retired in 1974 from Bethlehem Steel Cornwall Ore Mines as an electrian WW2 Army Veteran Member, Cornwall United Methodist Church Member, Friendship Fire Co., Lebanon Survivors: A niece and a nephew. Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 29, 2001 E. Jeanette (nee Young) Tanner, age 81 b. Aug 17, 1920 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 28, 2001 Lebanon PA w/o late Leonard M. Tanner d/o late George G. & Edna Mae (nee Baylor) Young member, Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Lebanon member, Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Auxiliary she had studied Interior design at Youngstown State University Survivors: Son Leonard M. Jr., h/o Betty Tanner, Lebanon Son Ronald J. Tanner, Lebanon Son Thomas A., h/o Lisa Tanner, Jonestown Daughter Elizabeth T., h/o Reid Habecker, Lebanon Daughter Susan J., w/o Fred LaPointe, Lebanon Daughter Jennifer L., w/o Lloyd Hogan, San Marcos CA Sister Thelma Herman, Lebanon 8 grandchildren 3 great-grandchildren preceded in death by: sisters Josephine Shenberger and Annabelle Ward burial: Ebenezer "Covenant" Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 30, 2001 Dr. Mary N. Royer, age 93 b. Dec 26, 1907 Orrville, Ohio d. Nov 28, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d/o late Isaiah W. & Christina Royer She moved to the county from Goshen, Indiana 50 years professor of education at Goshen College. Graduate, doctoral & post-doctoral studies took her to Vanderbuilt University, Columbia University, Chicago University, University of Minnesota, Ohio State and Claremont Graduate School. 1962 Ð 1974 Served National Counsil of Accreditation of Teacher Education on college and university campuses. An Author, editor, teacher, speaker and mentor, she taught coutless students in the art of teaching as reflected by Jesus. In retirement she worked with preschool children until age 87. Member, Gingrich's Mennonite Church, Lebanon Survivors: Sister Elizabeth, w/o Charles Neff, Cornwall A niece A great-nephew Burial: Gingrich Mennonite Cemetery, North Cornwall Township, Lebanon Co. PA Nov 30, 2001 Lee R. Folk, age 70 b. Jul 2, 1931 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 29, 2001 Lebanon, PA h/o Harriet (nee Weik) Folf h/o late Geneva A. (nee Nace) Folk, who died in 1993. S/o late Louis & Pauline Folk Delivery man for 30 years for SICO oil, Mt. Joy. Part-time Cleona police officer for 30 years. Security officer for 15 years and worked at Big Lots, Cleona 1993-2000 Army Veteran he was in the U.S. Army Reserves 30 years Member, Immanuel U. M. Church, Cleona Survivors: Son David A. Folk, Annville Daughter Judy L., w/o Richard L. Stickler, Lebanon Daughter Diane M., w/o Terry Hicks, Annville Sister June, w/o Jesse Risser, Lebanon 4 grandchildren burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 30, 2001 Gladys E. (nee Clouser) Blouch Snyder, age 83 b. Jan 23, 1914 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 27, 2001 Easton, Maryland w/o late Earl D. Blouch, who died in 1966 w/o late Paul J. Snyder, who died in 2000 d/o late Harry A. & Minnie (nee Reddinger) Clouser Retired 1977, Secretary for the Annville-Cleona School District Before that she worked as a secretary and saleswoman for Arnold Candy Co. for 16 years. 1931 Graduate Lebanon H. S. She served on the reunion committee. President of Cleona Playground Association Member of Immanuel U. M. Church Cleona, where she was a member and founder of the Pollyanna Sunday School teacher, a choir member for 35 years., superintendent of the Cradle Roll Dept and served on the church board. Avid bowler and golfer. Survivors: Son Donald H. h/o Susan Blouch, Queentown, Maryland Daughter Marilyn (nee Blouch) Tholan, Houston, Texas 7 grandchildren 6 great-grandchildren 2 nephews Preceded in death by: Brother Harold Clouser Sister Dorothy Clouser Fox McLaughlin A nephew Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Nov 30, 2001 Frances E. (nee Quigg) Heeter, age 80 b. Apr 23, 1921 East Vincent Township, Chester Co. PA d. Nov 28, 2001 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Norman R. Heeter, who died 1993. D/o late Irvin & Edith (nee Hughes) Quigg 1939 Graduate, Spring City H. S. A Girl Scout Leader Member, Christ Church United Church of Christ, Annville, Where she was a member of its Women's Guild and a former choir mother Life member, Order of the Eastern Star Lebanon Chapter 115. Survivors: Daughter Norma J., w/o Tim Berry, Seabrook TX Daughter Karen R. Ensminger, Telford 4 grandchildren 4 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Sister Thelma Batturs Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA