Obits: Jan 2003: Lebanon Daily News: Lebanon Co, PA Contributed for use in USGenWeb Archives by Krista K Gable. eagle429@bright.net USGENWEB ARCHIVES NOTICE: Printing this file within by non-commercial individuals and libraries is encouraged, as long as all notices and submitter information is included. Any other use, including copying files to other sites requires permission from the submitters PRIOR to uploading to any other sites. We encourage links to the state and county table of contents. http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/ Updated 2/9/03 INDEXED in order listed Jan 1, 2003 Rev. Russell "R.T" Herr, age 91 Jan 1, 2003 Anthony C. "Tony" Strangarity, age 72 Jan 1, 2003 Anthony C. "Tony" Strangarity, age 72 Jan 2, 2003 Edith M. (nee Moyer) Rittle, age 86 Jan 2, 2003 Maude (nee Dohner) Lentz, age 94 Jan 2, 2003 Ethel Shirey (nee Schreiber) Bergman, age 85 Jan 2, 2003 Elizabeth K. "Betty" (nee Krick) Frank, age 88 Jan 3, 2003 Clarence F. Dubble, age 85 Jan 3, 2003 Ashley Rose Rittel, infant Jan 3, 2003 Florence E. (nee Pifer) Denman, age 87 Jan 3, 2003 Gary W. Ritchie, age 56 Jan 3, 2003 John G. Rager, age 83 Jan 3, 2003 Arthur Whittle, age 90 Jan 3, 2003 Madelyn G. Henry, age 79 Jan 3, 2003 Nicodema A. (nee Hornyak) Brown, age 80 Jan 4, 2003 Robert L. McCall, age 42 Jan 4, 2003 Janet (nee Betz) Ives, age 74 Jan 4, 2003 Mildred "Mickey" N. Leiby, age 75 Jan 4, 2003 Marvin A. "Whitey" McDonaldson, age 80 Jan 5, 2003 Magdalena Eleanor Wenzler, age 96 Jan 5, 2003 Mary Alice (nee Diener) Kennedy, age 74 Jan 5, 2003 Sandy Lee (nee Boyer) Kohr, age 58 Jan 6, 2003 Gladys M. (nee Deaven) Boltz, age 66 Jan 6, 2003 Robert L. Albright, age 67 Jan 7, 2003 Richard H. Wallace, age 76 Jan 7, 2003 Gladys M. (nee Deaven) Boltz, age 66 Jan 7, 2003 Verna G. (nee Martin) Sensenig, age 60 Jan 7, 2003 Marny P. (nee Hower) Gudikunst, age 75 Jan 7, 2003 Herman "Gus" Mendell, age 91 Jan 7, 2003 Eleanor V. (nee Ford) Wise, age 94 Jan 7, 2003 Eva L. (nee Lessig) Wolukis, age 85 Jan 7, 2003 Andrew Menuchak, age 83 Jan 7, 2003 Lloyd Reber, age 83 Jan 7, 2003 Sallie A. (nee Mars) Kramer, age 88 Jan 7, 2003 Doris R. (nee Runkel) Enck, age 85 Jan 7, 2003 Mary Alice (nee Diener) Kennedy, age 74 Jan 8, 2003 Richard C. Painter, age 74 Jan 8, 2003 Sandy Lee (nee Boyer) Kohr, age 58 Jan 8, 2003 Grace M. (nee Mase) Stover, age 50 Jan 8, 2003 Ruth I. (nee Rice) Wagner, age 79 Jan 8, 2003 Marie R. (nee Merryman) Ainsworth, age 86 Jan 8, 2003 Ruth B. (nee Brown) Kelley Smith, age 83 Jan 8, 2003 Lena U. (nee Mohl) Reher, age 88 Jan 8, 2003 Catherine S. (nee Garnert) Kirkessner, age 95 Jan 8, 2003 Rev. James D. Matchette, age 94 Jan 8, 2003 Betty J. (nee Sechrist) Sattazahn, age 76 Jan 8, 2003 Shane J. Weiant, age 33 Jan 9, 2003 Rev. Edwin W. Martin, age 77 Jan 9, 2003 Nada L. (nee Sweigert) Hesser, age 83 Jan 9, 2003 Glenn Alfred Orres, age 61 Jan 9, 2003 Susan F. (nee Fowler) Madden, age 55 Jan 9, 2003 Ivy M. (nee Olt) Schwalm, age 100 Jan 9, 2003 Ralph R. Weiser, Jr., age 77 Jan 9, 2003 Lester D. Stoltz, age 88 Jan 9, 2003 Eileen M. "Pinky" (nee Kapp) Rulavage, age 48 Jan 9, 2003 Samuel K. Shenk, age 91 Jan 10, 2003 Earl W. Balmer, age 79 Jan 10, 2003 Simford R. "Simmie" Hernley, age 57 Jan 10, 2003 Beryl S.(Smith) Benner, age 84 Jan 10, 2003 Katie R. (nee Leffler) Zipp, age 72 Jan 10, 2003 James E. Graybill Jr., age 52 Jan 11, 2003 Jane M. (Middleton) Garrett, age 83 Jan 11, 2003 Mary E. (nee DiJohnson) Jarosz, age 80 Jan 11, 2003 Stanley M. Eckert, age 68 Jan 11, 2003 Mildred I. (nee Napp) Groff, age 83 Jan 11, 2003 Charles F. Shifflet, age 72 Jan 11, 2003 Robert H. Heilman, age 70 Jan 11, 2003 C. Thomas Schwalm, age 60 Jan 11, 2003 Loretta L. (nee Kaufhold) Braungard, age 94 Jan 12, 2003 Eva (nee Heinrich) Mohl, age 96 Jan 12, 2003 David M. Flowers M.D., age 48 Jan 12, 2003 Antoinette (nee Vergara) "Kitti" Longenecker, age 79 Jan 12, 2003 Charles D. "Danny" Koleda Jr., age 50 Jan 12, 2003 Irene I. (nee Haag) Layser, age 88 Jan 12, 2003 Malvene A. (nee Mountz) Weidman, age 86 Jan 12, 2003 Grace E. (nee Rhoade) Fidler, age 80 Jan 12, 2003 Timothy R. Oxenrider, age 38 Jan 12, 2003 Patricia A. (nee Putt) Bryan, age 69 Jan 12, 2003 Samuel R. Behney, age 76 Jan 12, 2003 Emmett V. Mariano, age 76 Jan 12, 2003 Katie R. (nee Leffler) Zipp, age 72 Jan 13, 2003 Ronald H. Haulman, age 63 Jan 13, 2003 Jane M. (Middleton) Garrett, age 83 Jan 13, 2003 Roy Heisler, age 80 Jan 14, 2003 Robert G. Brandt, age 71 Jan 14, 2003 Pauline M. (nee Anspach) Flinchbaugh, age 81 Jan 14, 2003 Bernice C. "Bebe" (nee Bleistein) Guare, age 88 Jan 14, 2003 Mary A. (nee Adams) Terenchin, age 91 Jan 14, 2003 Anna M. (nee Eisenhour) Zweir, age 90 Jan 14, 2003 Timothy R. Oxenrider, age 38 Jan 14, 2003 Mary E. (nee DiJohnson) Jarosz, age 80 Jan 14, 2003 George S. Fidler, age 92 Jan 14, 2003 Albert Louwerse, age 85 Jan 14, 2003 Nelson E. Shaw, Jr., age 83 Jan 15, 2003 Harold E. "Sonny" Nelson, age 64 Jan 15, 2003 Judith A. (nee Wolfe) Clark, age 58 Jan 15, 2003 Bella M. (nee Hutchinson) Ely, age 89 Jan 15, 2003 L. Regina (nee Stager) Koehler, age 81 Jan 16, 2003 Blanche W. (nee Williams) Sheese, age 85 Jan 16, 2003 David G. Martin, age 56 Jan 16, 2003 Wayne D. Shepp, age 84 Jan 16, 2003 Margaret B. (Brown) Hunberger, age 86 Jan 16, 2003 Allen W. "Red" Krebs, age 91 Jan 16, 2003 Harold E. "Sonny" Nelson, age 64 Jan 16, 2003 Ronald E. Kulp, age 63 Jan 16, 2003 Charles A. Anderson Jr., age 30 Jan 16, 2003 Anna M. (nee D'Agostino) Bligan, age 74 Jan 17, 2003 Grace Vivian (nee Shiflett) Hess, age 77 Jan 17, 2003 Warren Ray "Barney" Gettle, age 75 Jan 17, 2003 Dorothy M. (nee Hostetter) Willis, age 93 Jan 17, 2003 James Koren, age 71 Jan 17, 2003 Margaret A. (nee Redinger) Whye, age 83 Jan 17, 2003 John M. Brown, age 50 Jan 17, 2003 Wilbur J. "Bill" Ramey, age 84 Jan 17, 2003 Anna E. (nee Artz) Rank, age 92 Jan 17, 2003 Orrin Keller, age 45 Jan 18, 2003 Lillian R. (nee Lehman) Kurtz, age 73 Jan 18, 2003 Lena E. (nee Ebling) Reed, age 74 Jan 18, 2003 Vernice N. (nee Kaylor) Fahnestock, age 85 Jan 18, 2003 Dennis N. "Denny" Miller, age 57 Jan 18, 2003 Mary S. (nee Roddie) Jennings, age 93 Jan 18, 2003 Beatrice H. (nee Belleman) Simmon, age 84 Jan 18, 2003 Fern L. (nee Leahy) Rulavage, age 66 Jan 18, 2003 Ruth Anna Muldoon, age 82 Jan 18, 2003 James Koren, age 71 Jan 19, 2003 James C. Walker, age 85 Jan 20, 2003 William G. Wells, age 78 Jan 20, 2003 Grace Vivian (nee Shiflett) Hess, age 77 Jan 20, 2003 John T. Hickernell, age 91 Jan 21, 2003 John J. Williams, age 88 Jan 21, 2003 Elvin P. Kleinfelter, age 60 Jan 21, 2003 Elvin S. Leffler, age 87 Jan 21, 2003 Alvin R. Lebo, age 81 Jan 21, 2003 Willis E. Neff, age 63 Jan 21, 2003 Beatrice S. (nee Shalley) Benninghoff, age 95 Jan 21, 2003 Gary F. Isgriggs, age 55 Jan 21, 2003 Louise E. (nee Price) Mullin, age 83 Jan 21, 2003 Dorothy Hart Heisman, age 81 Jan 21, 2003 Alva R. (Troutman) Rothermel, age 94 Jan 21, 2003 Kenneth R. Heagy, age 36 Jan 22, 2003 Thelma J. (nee Lengle) Miller, age 74 Jan 22, 2003 Lila M. (nee Moyer) Spangler, age 92 Jan 22, 2003 Dorothy Hart Heisman, age 81 Jan 22, 2003 Richard T. Williams, age 59 Jan 23, 2003 Fern J. (nee Morris) Roland, age 69 Jan 23, 2003 Geraldine F. (nee Kurtz) Schware, age 71 Jan 23, 2003 Susan S. (nee Arndt) Bucher, age 87 Jan 24, 2003 Harold S. Evans, age 80 Jan 24, 2003 Martha (nee Zimmerman) Burkholder, age 60 Jan 24, 2003 Edna M. (nee Bollinger) Balsbaugh, age 79 Jan 24, 2003 Harry W. Crawford, age 69 Jan 24, 2003 Linda L. (nee Bennetch) Koons, age 60 Jan 25, 2003 Pauline (nee Seltzer) Nye, age 81 Jan 25, 2003 William S. Leaman, age 68 Jan 25, 2003 John I. Schirato, age 62 Jan 25, 2003 Heath F. Diffenderfer, age 16 Jan 25, 2003 Howard C. Rump, age 84 Jan 25, 2003 Velma Marie (nee Long) Perini, age 81 Jan 26, 2003 Cora Edna (nee Keeney) Flinchbaugh, age 90 Jan 26, 2003 Ernest W. Drum, age 76 Jan 26, 2003 John I. Schirato, age 62 Jan 26, 2003 Walter T. Harnish, age 84 Jan 26, 2003 Martha L. (nee Symanowicz) Smith, age 79 Jan 26, 2003 Lester M. Fisher, age 73 Jan 27, 2003 James E. Godfrey, age 81 Jan 27, 2003 Harry Parker, age 93 Jan 27, 2003 James E. Vega, age 24 Jan 27, 2003 Helen A. (nee Fogelman) Moyer, age 72 Jan 27, 2003 Sandra J. (nee Moyer) Maurer, age 57 Jan 28, 2003 Helen A. (nee Fogelman) Moyer, age 72 Jan 28, 2003 Arthur H. Ellison, age 79 Jan 28, 2003 Harry L. Strausser, age 79 Jan 28, 2003 Elsie M. (nee Houser) Lynne, age 90 Jan 28, 2003 E. Joan Fake, age 73 Jan 28, 2003 Elaine (nee McNally) Morris, age 49 Jan 28, 2003 Anna M. Herb, age 86 Jan 28, 2003 Patrick Reigle, age 68 Jan 28, 2003 Irene A. (nee Garbaccio) Shipley, age 80 Jan 28, 2003 Joseph N. Becker, age 73 Jan 29, 2003 Sallie H. (nee Holtzman) Mase, age 92 Jan 29, 2003 Martha M. (nee Marburger) Brightbill, age 80 Jan 29, 2003 W. Inez (nee Pettey) Lambert, age 96 Jan 29, 2003 Verdie M. (nee Shifflett) Schlappig, age 71 Jan 29, 2003 Evelyn Mary Herman, age 95 Jan 29, 2003 David E. Rhine, age 52 Jan 29, 2003 Carl H. Bentz, age 75 Jan 29, 2003 Lorraine J. (nee Brightbill) Walker, age 66 Jan 29, 2003 Dolly (nee Burge) Roush, age 90 Jan 29, 2003 Pearl S. "Toot" (nee Swartswelder) Billich, age 76 Jan 30, 2003 Harry E. Carpenter, age 74 Jan 30, 2003 Mary C. (nee Wolf) Zimmerman, age 78 Jan 30, 2003 Clyde W. Light, age 82 Jan 30, 2003 Verna M. (nee Zerbe) Moyer, age 88 Jan 30, 2003 Charles W. Snyder, age 83 Jan 30, 2003 Ruth I. (nee Hauck) Koch, age 83 Jan 31, 2003 Edward S. Wolfe Sr., age 77 Jan 31, 2003 Paul E. Epler, age 91 Jan 31, 2003 Anna Mae (nee Zimmerman) Lehman, age 65 Jan 31, 2003 Jeanne M. (nee Robb) Yates, age 78 Jan 31, 2003 Mevlin U. Burkholder, age 74 Jan 31, 2003 Mary C. (nee Wolf) Zimmerman, age 78 Jan 31, 2003 Jacqueline M. (nee Heisey) Mahoney, age 72 Jan 1, 2003 Rev. Russell "R.T" Herr, age 91 b. Jan 15, 1911 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 29, 2002 Crestview, Florida h/o Gladys (nee Hollister) Herr, his wife of 68 years. S/o late Ross B. & Mayme (nee Boyer) Herr. Graduate, Intercession City Bible College, Intercession City, Florida Served in the ministry of God's Missionary Church Retired from Newport Church, Perry County, PA, where he had been pastor. Served on the church's foreign missions, general and home missionary boards Served on the Penn View Bible Institute board. Had also been pastor of Millmont church Was treasurer of Penns Creek Camp. Survivors: Daughter Gloria Fortney, w/o Charles W., Ft. Walton Beach FL Brother Sterling Herr, Jonestown Brother Lester Herr, Middletown Brother Ross Herr, Palmyra Sister Ruth Mumma, Lebanon Sister Mary Yorty, Grantville Sister Betty Rhoad, Annville A great-grandson Preceded in death by: Brothers Rev. Lloyd Herr and Glenn Herr Two grandsons Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 1, 2003 Anthony C. "Tony" Strangarity, age 72 b. May 27, 1930 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 30, 2002 Lebanon PA h/o Mary B. (nee Brubaker) Strangarity, his wife of 53 years. S/o late Joseph & Eva (nee Klein) Strangarity Veteran of Korean War Worked as wood pattern maker, Lebanon Pattern Shop Worked in the dietary department of the Lebanon VA Medical Center Financial secretary of the Lebanon Church of the Brethren Member, Retired 201 Red Horse Unit at Indiantown Gap. Survivors: Son Anthony M. Strangarity, Redondo Beach CA Daughter Suzanne, w/o Edward Kreiser, Myerstown Daughter Jean, w/o Thomas Walker, Lebanon Daughter Marjorie, w/o Todd Ristenbatt, Lebanon Daughter Marijane, Lebanon Brother Joseph Strangarity, Myerstown Brother George Strangarity, Myerstown Sister Rosemary Leiss, Lebanon Sister Josephine Gregg, Myerstown Seven grandchildren Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 1, 2003 Anthony C. "Tony" Strangarity, age 72 b. May 27, 1930 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 30, 2002 Lebanon PA h/o Mary B. (nee Brubaker) Strangarity, his wife of 53 years. S/o late Joseph & Eva (nee Klein) Strangarity Veteran of Korean War Worked as wood pattern maker, Lebanon Pattern Shop Worked in the dietary department of the Lebanon VA Medical Center Financial secretary of the Lebanon Church of the Brethren Member, Retired 201 Red Horse Unit at Indiantown Gap. Survivors: Son Anthony M. Strangarity, Redondo Beach CA Daughter Suzanne, w/o Edward Kreiser, Myerstown Daughter Jean, w/o Thomas Walker, Lebanon Daughter Marjorie, w/o Todd Ristenbatt, Lebanon Daughter Marijane, Lebanon Brother Joseph Strangarity, Myerstown Brother George Strangarity, Myerstown Sister Rosemary Leiss, Lebanon Sister Josephine Gregg, Myerstown Seven grandchildren Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 2, 2003 Edith M. (nee Moyer) Rittle, age 86 b. Aug 30, 1916 West Cornwall Twp., Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 31, 2002 South Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Ralph E. Rittle, who died in 1986. D/o Jacob & Emma (nee Yoh) Moyer She and her husband owned/operated the Marion House in Stouchsburg And the Black Bear Inn in Frystown for many years. Member, Tulpehocken United Church of Christ, Richland Member, Mt. Aetna Fire Co. Enjoyed crafts, sewing, reading, music and bingo. Survivors: Daughter Shirley, w/o Kenneth Brown, Myerstown Son Ralph Jr., h/o Judy Rittle, Lebanon Son George, h/o Gina Rittle, Joppa MD Son Larry, h/o Suzie Rittle, Myerstown 17 grandchildren 30 great-grandchildren A great-great grandson Preceded in death by: Daughter Mary Troutman Burial: Hamilin Cemetery, Bethel Twp., PA Jan 2, 2003 Maude (nee Dohner) Lentz, age 94 b. Sep 13, 1908 Monroe Valley PA d. Dec 31, 2002 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late David H. Lentz d/o late Simon & Lottie (nee Donton) Dohner oldest member of Mt. Zion Road Church of the Brethren survivors: Daughter Anna Mae Lentz, Lebanon Daughter Jean E., w/o Mark S. Bomberger, Lebanon Daugher Hilda M., w/o Ken Blatt, Jonestown Five grandchildren Four stepgrandchildren 16 great-grandchildren three step great-grandchildren A great-great grandchild. Preceded in death by: Brother Paul Dohner Sisters Anna Mihalek and Elizabeth Sheaves Burial: Midway Church of the Brethren Cemtery Jan 2, 2003 Ethel Shirey (nee Schreiber) Bergman, age 85 b. Jan 13, 1917 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 1, 2003 North Cornwall Twp., Lebanon Co. PA w/o H. Vincent Bergman d/o late Edwin Daniel & Naomi Z. (nee Shirey) Schreiber retired knitter from William J. Leininger Knitting Co., Mohnton member, Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Lebanon enjoyed crocheting as a hobby. Survivors: Granddaughter Two great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Daughter Barbara V. Deeter Was the last of her immediate family Buried: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 2, 2003 Elizabeth K. "Betty" (nee Krick) Frank, age 88 b. Jul 3, 1914 Orwigsburg, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Jan 1, 2003 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA w/o late Attorney Charles L. Frank, who died in1988. D/o late Benjamin & Stella (nee Heisler) Krick Graduate, 1932, Pine Grove High School Graduate, 1936, Mansfield State Teachers' College she taught music in schools and privately in her home member, Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Tremont, organist for a number of years substitute organist for St. Paul's Evangelical Congreagational Church, Pine Grove 1973 Ð until several months before her death. Member, Pine Grove Historical Society. Survivors: Daughter Angela Frank, Pine Grove Area Daughter Barbara Brown, Pine Grove Area Daughter Elizabeth Pugh, Pine Grove Area Daughter Kathryn Fidler, Pine Grove Area Daughter Claudia Frank, Lebanon Son Charles Frank, Hershey 10 grandchildren three great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Daughter Mary Elizabeth Frank Burial: Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Cemetery, Tremont, Schuylkill Co. PA Jan 3, 2003 Clarence F. Dubble, age 85 b. Jul 26, 1917 Jackson Twp., Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 1, 2003 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Elizabeth (nee Glover) Lutley Dubble h/o late Cora D. (nee Spangler) Dubble. S/o late Wayne G. & Bessie (nee Frantz) Dubble. Retired employee, Calcite Quarry, Lebanon, 38 years of service. Member, Myerstown Church of the Brethren, where he served as deacon Member, Myerstown Rotary Club, serving as sergeant-at-arms. Enjoyed bowling. Survivors: Son David E., h/o Janet Dubble, Lebnaon Daughter Charlotte D., w/o Richard Ranck, Leola Step-dau Pamela, w/o George Knoecklein, Mansfield Center, CT Step-son Michael, h/o Kathy Lutley, Grand Rapids, MI Step-son Geoffrey, h/o Ann-Marie Lutley, Tolland CT Brother Wayne Dubble, Lebanon Seven grandchildren Three great-grandchildren Eight step-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Son Donald E. Dubble Burial: Heidelberg Cemetery, Reistville, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 3, 2003 Ashley Rose Rittel, infant b. Dec 30, 2002 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA d. Dec 30, 2002 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA d/o Jamie H. & Danielle R. (nee Morrissey) Rittel Survivors: Sister Alexa Nicole Rittel, S. Annville Maternal Grandparents Gery & Diane (nee Engle) Morrissey, Lebanon Paternal Grandparents Melvin & Joan (nee Donton) Rittel, Lebanon Maternal Great-Grandparents Harold & Hoyce (nee Sheik) Engle, Manheim Burial: Hamlin Cemetery, Hamilin PA Jan 3, 2003 Florence E. (nee Pifer) Denman, age 87 b. Mar 4, 1915 East Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 31, 2002 Newark, Ohio w/o late Maurice D. Denman, who died May 26, 1988. D/o late Joseph C. & Emma K. (nee Shell) Pifer Graduate, 1933, Jonestown High School Graduate, Bauers Secretarial School Telephone operator, Indiantown Gap Military Reservation Member, Zion Lutheran Church, Jonestown Attended Smith Chapel United Methodist Church, where she was a member of its United Methodist Women's Association. Member, Perry Twp Historical Society. Member, of various farm organizations. Survivors: Daughter Mary Jane, w/o Marion Crawmer, Newark OH Three step-grandchildren Seven step-great-grandchildren Four step-great-great-grandchildren Burial: Smith Chapel Cemetery Jan 3, 2003 Gary W. Ritchie, age 56 b. Nov 14, 1946 Rockingham Co. VA d. Jan 1, 2003 Rockingham, Virginia h/o Nancy (nee Yordy) Ritchie, to whom he was married eight years, Sep 28, 2002. S/o Lenora (nee Dellinger) Ritchie and the late Robert Earl Ritchie Sr. Truck driver for Metropolitan Trucking Inc. Member, Linville Creek Church of the Brethren, Broadway, VA Survivors: Step-son Shawn Sanders, Jonestown Step-daughter Tracey Bender, Lebanon Step-daughter Vicki Anderson, Bloomington IN Step-daughter Michelle Kremser, Reading Step-daughter Tammy Hopman, St. Pauls NC Brother Robert Earl Ritchie Jr., Harrisonburg VA Sister Phyllis Ritchie, Broadway VA Sister Brenda Fansler, Harrrisonburg VA 12 step-grandchildren burial: Eastlawn Memorial Gardens, Harrisonburg VA Jan 3, 2003 John G. Rager, age 83 b. Jul 13, 1919 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 2, 2003 Lebanon PA h/o Mary L. Rager s/o late Charles S. & Jennie V. (nee Feather) Rager retired employee from Boscov's in Lebanon Army veteran of WW2, served two years in New Guinea, in the southwest Pacific Member, Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, its Men's Bible class, Lebanon Member, Lebanon Senior Center Survivors: Daughter Carole L., w/o Donald E. Mohn, Lebanon Two grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brother Walter S. Rager, who died in 1991. Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 3, 2003 Arthur Whittle, age 90 b. date not listed location not listed d. Jan 1, 2003 North Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA h/o Cornelia M. (nee Gottliebsen) Whittle parents not listed. Retired self-employed building contractor Attended Lebanon Valley Bible Church, Lebanon Survivors: Daughter Alma W. Keilty, Rancho Santa Fe, CA Seven granddaughters 15 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Daughter Penny Whittle Muchalight, who died in Jun 1984. Burial: Salisbury Center Cemetery, Salisbury CT Jan 3, 2003 Madelyn G. Henry, age 79 b. Jun 29, 1923 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 2, 2003 Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA d/o late Victor S. & Fannie W. (nee Detweiler) Henry Graduate, Palmyra High School Retired from USF & G Insurance Co., Harrisburg Member, Trinity United Church of Christ, Palmyra Survivors: Cousin Vinette "Cookie" Umberger, Lebanon She was the last of her immediate family Burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, N.Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 3, 2003 Nicodema A. (nee Hornyak) Brown, age 80 b. Sep 18, 1922 Suffern NY d. Jan 1, 2003 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late George S. Brown d/o late Michael & Mary (nee Turkowsky) Hornyak retired floor lady for National Bryuillan, Haskell New Jersey member, Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Mahwah, New Jersey Survivors: Son Kenneth W., h/o Penelope Brown, Lebanon Brother John Hornyak, Mahwah, New Jersey Sister Faustina Hornyak, Suffern NY A grandson Nieces and nephews Burial: Rockaway Valley Cemetery, Boonton, New Jersey Jan 4, 2003 Robert L. McCall, age 42 b. Sep 14, 1960 Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co. PA d. Dec 30, 2002 Bethel, Berks Co. PA s/o David L. & Delores (nee Schwartz) McCall attended schools in Penn Hills PA, before moving to Lebanon in 1973 Graduate, 1978, Lebanon High School Served in U.S. Navy on the USS James Monroe. Employed, Flying Hills Golf Course, Reading Survivors: Sister Kathryn Weir, w/o Mark, New Sewickley Twp, PA A niece and a nephew. Burial: Mt. Hope Cemetery, Penn Hills, Allegheny Co. PA Jan 4, 2003 Janet (nee Betz) Ives, age 74 b. Sep 7, 1928 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 29, 2002 Suburb of Portland OR w/o late Clifford Ives. Parents are not listed. Home maker Survivors: Daughter Deborah Dunn Son Timothy S. Forry Son Lee W. Forry Son John S. Habecker Son Rickey J. Habecker Several grandchildren A companion Homer Juker Burial: Oregon Cremation. No location listed. Jan 4, 2003 Mildred "Mickey" N. Leiby, age 75 b. Sep 20, 1927 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 2, 2003 Lebanon PA w/o Earl P. Leiby. D/o late Samuel Miller and Ethel Deiter Raised by her aunt, Anna Pearl Teahl housewife member, Messiah Lutheran Church, Lebanon active volunteer for more than 25 years, Hyman S. Caplan Pavilion, Lebanon Survivors: Son Douglas A. Leiby, h/o Annette, Lebanon Brother John E. Miller, Lebanon Three granddaughters Preceded in death by: Sons Jonathon and Stephan Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 4, 2003 Marvin A. "Whitey" McDonaldson, age 80 b. Dec 15, 1922 Keezeltown VA d. Jan 3, 2003 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA s/o late Jerney & Ice (nee Armetrout) McDonaldson WW2 veteran. Retired, Hershey Foods, Hershey Survivors: Son Marvin A. McDonaldson Jr., Commerce TX Daughter Susan A. May, w/o John, Lebanon Daughter Donna Horst, w/o William, Lebanon Daughter Tina L. Rudasill, Lebanon Daughter Terri L. Fidler, w/o Thomas, Lebanon Brother Harry McDonaldson, Arizona Brother Ralph McDonaldson, Palmyra Sister Kathleen Cole, Illinois Half-brother Daniel McDonaldson, Virginia Half-brother Donald McDonaldson, Virginia Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 5, 2003 Magdalena Eleanor Wenzler, age 96 b. Dec 16, 1906 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 30, 2002 Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA w/o late Charles E. Arndt d/o late Martin & Vertie (nee Kline) Wenzler A florist survivors: Daughter Mary Ann Maser, Lancaster Daughter Nanette Matuszbwski, New Cumberland Son Michael Birdwell, Leola Sister Doris Barr, Lebanon Brother John Wenzler, Lebanon Brother Charles Wenzler, Lebanon Four grandchildren Preceded in death by: Daughter Phyllis Arndt. Burial: no location is listed. Jan 5, 2003 Mary Alice (nee Diener) Kennedy, age 74 b. Feb 28, 1928 Jonestown, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 3, 2003 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o late Paul M. Kennedy d/o Robert & Bessie (nee Kreider) Diener. Homemaker Avon Representative for many years. Member, Lebanon Valley Bible Church, Lebanon Member, Ladies' Missionary Fellowship Group of her church Caregiver for local elderly residents. Survivors: Daughter Sandra Wynn, w/o Neil, Palmyra Daughter Paulette Hunger, Annville Daughter Debbie Bomgardner, w/of Mark, Lebanon Daughter Patricia Kennedy, Campbelltown Daughter Naomi Loffreda, w/o Michael, Hershey Son Joseph P. Kennedy, Hershey Son Timothy P. Kennedy, Palmyra Brother Paul Diener, h/o Mary, Palmyra Brother Victor Diener, h/o Stella, Jonestown 18 grandchildren three great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brothers Warren, Ray and Asher Diener Sister Elva Lex Burial: United Christian Church Cemetery, Campbelltown, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 5, 2003 Sandy Lee (nee Boyer) Kohr, age 58 b. Aug 13, 1944 Newport News, VA d. Jun 4, 2003 Jonestown, Lebanon Co. PA d/o late Robert R. Sr. & Loretta Jean (nee McPeaters) Boyer worked at Lebanon Valley College, Annville, for more than 18 years. Survivors: Daughter Yvonne Michelle, w/o Keith A. Fake, Jonestown Brother Robert R. Boyer Jr., w/o Vicki, Myerstown Sister Brenda Williams, w/o Harry D. Sr., Lebanon Other siblings Two granddaughters Preceded in death by: Son Neil Kohr. Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 6, 2003 Gladys M. (nee Deaven) Boltz, age 66 b. Jul 6, 1936 Heilmandale, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 3, 2003 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o David B. Boltz, to whom she was married 42 years. D/o John & Mary (nee Gettle) Deaven resident of Schuylkill Haven, Schuylkill Co. PA Graduate, Lebanon High School Graduate, McCann School of Business Retired, Wrights Knit Wear, Auburn Employed as an office assistant, Tree Tek, Schuylkill Haven Member, Assembly of God Church Member, Eastern Star in Karlsruhe, Germany Lifetime member, Flying Dutchman Motorcycle Club Survivors: Daughter Tracy M., w/o Timothy Teets, Lebanon Son David A. Boltz, Schuylkill Haven Sister Patricia, w/o John Deichert, Palmyra Brother Elwood, h/o Mary Deaven, Lebanon Five grandchildren Three great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Sister Mildred Boltz Brother Earl Deaven Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 6, 2003 Robert L. Albright, age 67 b. Jan 29, 1935 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA d. Jan 4, 2003 Hershey, PA h/o Carolyn (nee Miller) Albright s/o late George W. & Kathryn (nee Keller) Albright retired manufacturing engineer, AMP, worked in Harrisburg and Mount Joy. Responsible for the development of Bob Albright Motors, Hershey Former Polaris snowmobile dealer, Hershey Member, Salem United Church of Christ, Campbelltown Life member, American Motorcycle Association. NASCAR and sprint car racing fan. Survivors: Son Jeffrey A., h/o Norma Fisher Albright, Harrisburg Son Robert L., h/o Roxann Peters Albright, Hershey Brother Donald Albright, Elizabethtown Brother Kenneth Dale Albright, Ronks Two grandchildren Three step-granddaughters Several nieces and nephews. Burial: Salem United Church of Christ Cemetery, Campbelltown, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 7, 2003 Richard H. Wallace, age 76 b. Jul 14, 1926 Wormleysburg PA d. Jan 5, 2003 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Mae (nee Boyd) Wallace s/o late Elmer & Veda (nee Woods) Wallace retired service manager for the former Roy E. Miller Co., Palmyra Navy veteran, WW2 Member, Campbelltown American Legion Member, Contrary Club of Canada Member, Campbelltown United Methodist Church, where he was a former member of Administrative board and a church trustee. Avid hunter and fisherman. Survivors: Son Steven, h/o Wendy Wallace, Palmyra Brother Carl, h/o Jean Wallace, Hummelstown Two grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brother Paul Wallace Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 7, 2003 Gladys M. (nee Deaven) Boltz, age 66 b. Jul 6, 1936 Heilmandale, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 3, 2003 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o David B. Boltz, to whom she was married 42 years. D/o John & Mary (nee Gettle) Deaven resident of Schuylkill Haven, Schuylkill Co. PA Graduate, Lebanon High School Graduate, McCann School of Business Retired, Wrights Knit Wear, Auburn Employed as an office assistant, Tree Tek, Schuylkill Haven Member, Assembly of God Church Member, Eastern Star in Karlsruhe, Germany Lifetime member, Flying Dutchman Motorcycle Club Survivors: Daughter Tracy M., w/o Timothy Teets, Lebanon Son David A. Boltz, Schuylkill Haven Sister Patricia, w/o John Deichert, Palmyra Brother Elwood, h/o Mary Deaven, Lebanon Five grandchildren Three great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Sister Mildred Boltz Brother Earl Deaven Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 7, 2003 Verna G. (nee Martin) Sensenig, age 60 b. Mar 28, 1942 East Earl Twp., Lancaster Co. PA d. Jan 6, 2003 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Aaron S. Sensenig d/o Emma R. (nee Good) Martin and the late Jacob B. Martin housewife. Member, Texter Mountain Mennonite Church, Robesonia Member, Eastern PA Mennonite Conference. Survivors: Daughter Lois Sensenig, Richland Daughter Regena Sensenig, Richland Daughter Verna Ruth Sensenig, Richland Daughter Dorcase Sensenig, Richland Daughter Sylvia, w/o Jeffrey Witmer, Seneca Falls NY Daughter Maria, w/o Sheldon Zimmerman, Robesonia Daughter Julia (nee Sensenig) Gehman, Myerstown Son Aaron Eugene Sensenig, Newmanstown Son Joseph Sensenig, Elkton MD Son Stephen Sensenig, Quetzaltenango, Guatemala Son Joel Sensenig, Denver PA Son Philip Sensenig, richland Sister Minerva Martin, Reamstown Sister Miriam, w/o Donald Burkholder, Womelsdorf Sister Esther Martin, Denver PA Sister Evelyn Martin, Denver PA Sister Viola Martin, Denver PA Sister Mabel, w/o Lewis Martin, Lebanon Brother Edwin Martin, Leola Brother Clarence Martin, Ephrata Brother Mahlon Martin, Denver PA Brother Irvin Martin, Alexandria 20 grandchildren burial: Richland Mennonite Church Cemetery, Richland, PA Jan 7, 2003 Marny P. (nee Hower) Gudikunst, age 75 b. date not listed Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 4, 2003 Sinking Spring, Berks Co. PA w/o Paul B. Gudikunst d/o late Robert E. & Anne N. (nee Potteiger) Hower Graduate, 1945, Lebanon High School. Graduate, 1948, Reading Hospital School of Nursing. Employed as a nurse, Reading Hospital, last working in 1950. Member, West Lawn United Methodist Church Survivors; Daughter Lisa A. Sechrist, Reinholds Son David P. Gudikunst, Fort Pierce FL Son Rev. John P. Warrington, Bucks Co. Brother Robert E. Hower, Spring Twp. Four granddaughters Burial: Berks Co. Memorial Gardens, Maidencreek, Berks Co. PA Jan 7, 2003 Herman "Gus" Mendell, age 91 b. Apr 2, 1911 Allentown PA d. Jan 3, 2003 Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA h/o Gladys P. (nee Lance) Mendell s/o Benjamin & Minnie (nee Seibert) Mendell TV sales and serviceman in the Pine Grove Area for many years. Member, St. Peter's United Church of Christ. Pine Grove Member, International Order of Odd Fellows Former member, Pine Grove Rotary Club Member, past master in 1954, Pine Grove Masonic Lodge 409. Former member, Pine Grove Borough Council Former member, Pine Grove School Board Former member, Pine Grove Sewage Authority Involved w/ Hillside SPCA for many years. Avid golfer. Survivors: Daughter Delores, w/o Larry Karpinski, Wilmington DE Three grandchildren Three great-grandsons Burial: location is not mentioned. Jan 7, 2003 Eleanor V. (nee Ford) Wise, age 94 b. Jul 10, 1942 Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co. PA d. Jan 6, 2003 Cedar Haven, South Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Lester D. Wise. D/o late John & Nancy (nee Jefferson) Ford Housewife. Member, Covenant United Methodist Church, Lebanon Member, Order of the Eastern Star, Lebanon Survivors: Daughter Janice Burkholder, Lebanon Daughter Nancy, w/o Robert Gearhart, Lebanon Five grandchildren Six great-grandchildren Nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Brother Louis J. Ford Sister Lillian (nee Ford) Diesel Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 7, 2003 Eva L. (nee Lessig) Wolukis, age 85 b. Jun 3, 1917 Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 6, 2003 Cedar Haven, South Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA w/o late William P. Wolukis, who died Nov 3, 1994. D/o late George & Mary (nee Dry) Lessig Retired from Park Silk, Lebanon Survivors: Daughter Shirley I., w/o Richard A. Wengert, Annville Three grandchildren Nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Nine brothers and sisters. Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 7, 2003 Andrew Menuchak, age 83 b. Dec 20, 1919 Clair, PA d. Jan 4, 2003 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA h/o late Anna (nee Ferenchicx) Menuchak h/o late Mary Jane (nee Smith) Menuchak s/o late Theodore & Anna (nee Hirnak) Menuchak 30 year member, Phoenix Park Union Church, member, Pine Grove VFW retired truck driver, Harold W. Felty Trucking, Pine Grove Army Veteran, WW2 Survivors: Daughter Maryann Costy, Orwigsburg Daughter Arlene Pacine, Cumbola Step-daughter Dolores Murphy Zimmerman, Pine Grove Step-daughter Shirley Troxelle, Reading Sister Anna Dinger, Schuylkill Haven Seven grandchildren Two great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brothers Frank, Harry, Joe and John Menuchak Sister Mary Tate and Katherine Misstishen. Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 7, 2003 Lloyd Reber, age 83 b. Nov 8, 1919 Fredericksburg, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 5, 2003 Westlake, Cuyahoga Co. OH s/o late Paul & Ada Reber Graduate, 1941, Penn State, w/ a degree in architecture Army veteran of WW2. Member, St. Paul Lutheran Church, Berea Member, Tri-C (Cuyahoga Community College) senior centers Member, Bias club. Volunteer for 12 years, Southwest General Hospital, Westlake Survivors: Brother Ralph Reber, Minneapolis MN Preceded in death by: Sister Ruth Lathrop Burial: Cedar Hill Cemetery, Fredericksburg, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 7, 2003 Sallie A. (nee Mars) Kramer, age 88 b. Mar 17, 1914 Pine Grove Twp., Schuylkill Co. PA d. Jan 6, 2003 Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA w/o late Dennis Kramer, who died Aug 14, 1980. D/o late Harry A. & Katie (nee Luckenbill) Mars Hairdresser for 60 years. Member, St. Peter's United Church of Christ, Pine Grove Member, Pine Grove Senior Cititzens Former member, Business & Professional Women's Club, Pine Grove Member of the PA Voter Hall of Fame and received a certificate of recognition From the governor for voting in every November election for 50 consecutive years. Survivors: Son Dale Kramer, Pine Grove Daughter Dawn Sharon, Ohio Four grandchildren Five great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Sister Minnie Aungst Brothers William, John, and Harry Mars. Burial: Hetzel's Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA Jan 7, 2003 Doris R. (nee Runkel) Enck, age 85 b. date not listed Quentin, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 4, 2003 Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA w/o late W. Roy Enck d/o late LeRoy & Edith F. (nee Hoke) Runkel Graduate, Thompson Business College, Lebanon Secretary, Luther Acres for Lutheran Social Services, 1970-1972 1940s, telephone operator for Southern Bell in California member, St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lititz former Sunday school teacher. Survivors: Son Scott C. Enck, Lititz Son James L. Enck, Lititz Brother John J., h/o Violette P. Runkel, Hummelstown Brother Robert L. Runkel, Lebanon Burial: St. John's Lutheran Cemetery, Brickerville, Lancaster Co. PA Jan 7, 2003 Mary Alice (nee Diener) Kennedy, age 74 b. Feb 28, 1928 Jonestown, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 3, 2003 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o late Paul M. Kennedy d/o Robert & Bessie (nee Kreider) Diener. Homemaker Avon Representative for many years. Member, Lebanon Valley Bible Church, Lebanon Member, Ladies' Missionary Fellowship Group of her church Caregiver for local elderly residents. Survivors: Daughter Sandra Wynn, w/o Neil, Palmyra Daughter Paulette Hunter, Annville Daughter Debbie Bomgardner, w/of Mark, Lebanon Daughter Patricia Kennedy, Campbelltown Daughter Naomi Loffreda, w/o Michael, Hershey Son Joseph P. Kennedy, Hershey Son Timothy P. Kennedy, Palmyra Brother Paul Diener, h/o Mary, Palmyra Brother Victor Diener, h/o Stella, Jonestown 18 grandchildren three great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brothers Warren, Ray and Asher Diener Sister Elva Lex Burial: United Christian Church Cemetery, Campbelltown, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 8, 2003 Richard C. Painter, age 74 b. Sep 28, 1928 Campbelltown, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 31, 2003 Spring Hill, Florida h/o Irene Painter s/o late Harry A. & Susan (nee Burkholder) Painter worked for Westinghouse in Sharon PA, 13 years retired from, Ohio Power Co. in Tiffin, OH as a substation supervisor, 33 years, electrical engineer avid outdoorsman served as leader in his local Isaak Walton League. Taught hunter safety courses. Active member, Trinity United Church of Christ, serving on the many committees Survivors: Daughter Lynne, w/o Ronald Noark, Brooksville, FL Daughter Dr. Jill, w/o Brian Watson, Orlando FL Brother Robert Painter, Flat Rock, Michigan Two grandchildren 11 nieces and nephews 15 great-nieces and nephews burial: location is not listed. Jan 8, 2003 Sandy Lee (nee Boyer) Kohr, age 58 b. Aug 13, 1944 Newport News, VA d. Jun 4, 2003 Jonestown, Lebanon Co. PA d/o late Robert R. Sr. & Loretta Jean (nee McPeaters) Boyer worked at Lebanon Valley College, Annville, for more than 18 years. Survivors: Daughter Yvonne Michelle, w/o Keith A. Fake, Jonestown Brother Robert R. Boyer Jr., w/o Vicki, Myerstown Sister Brenda Williams, w/o Harry D. Sr., Lebanon Other siblings Two granddaughters Preceded in death by: Son Neil Kohr. Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 8, 2003 Grace M. (nee Mase) Stover, age 50 b. Dec 11, 1952 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 6, 2003 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o Gerald I. Stover, w/whom she celebrated 32 years, August 2002. D/o Arlene (nee Peiffer) Mase and the late Clarence Mase. Graduate, 1970, Annville-Cleona High School Graduate, Lebanon Valley College, w/a degree in English and communications Retired, Hershey Foods Corp., whe she started working in Production and moved to logistics. Recently, employed part-time, referral desk Lebanon Valley Family Medicine, Palmyra Member, St. John's Evangelical Congregational Church, Steelstown, Friendship Builders Sunday school class Sunday school pianst Served on the Ministry Council Sang in the choir. Member, DFR Investment Club, Hershey Quilted w/ Lebanon Quilter's Guild Quilted w/ Blue Mt. Christian School Quilting Ladies. Enjoyed gardening and flower arranging. Survivors: Son Matthew M. Stover, student, Penn State Berks Daughter Adrienne M. Stover, Palmyra Brother Kenneth, h/o Irene Mase, Lebanon Brother Gary, h/o Patty Mase, Cochranton, Crawford Co. PA Sister Judy, w/o Jeffrey Kennedy, Palmyra 10 nieces seven nephews. Preceded in death by: Son Brett A. Stover Burial: St. John's Evangelical Congregational Cemetery, Annville, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 8, 2003 Ruth I. (nee Rice) Wagner, age 79 b. date not listed Manheim, Lancaster Co. PA d. Jan 7, 2003 Middletown Home (former Odd Fellows Home) Middletown, Dauphin Co. PA W/o Mark K. Wagner, to whom she was married 57 years. D/o late William & Sadie (nee Sheaffer) Rice. Graduate, Manheim Central High School, she still holds the 100-yard dash. Red Cross Volunteer, Hershey Medical Center Family Practice for 27 years, w/ more than 10,000 hours. Superintendent & teacher, Junior dept, Spring Creek Church of the Brethren, Hershey Deaconess, 25 years. Seamstress, former Noggle's Sewing Factory, Manheim Former housemother, Milton Hershey School Former Girl Scout Former, 4-H leader in East Hanover Twp., Dauphin Co. Served as a judge for the Gratz Fair 4-H Home Division. Recipient of the Jefferson Award for exemplary service in her church and community. Life member, Neffsville & Lebanon Valley Brethren Homes. Member, Autumn Leaves, East Hanover Twp. Served on the Zembo Mounted Patrol Auxiliary Survivors: Daughter Connie Mae, w/o Charles W. Baughman, Hershey Two grandchildren A great-grandson 21 nephews and 26 nieces. Preceded in death by: Brothers Clarence Rice and Ralph Rice. Burial: Spring Creek Church of the Brethren, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA Jan 8, 2003 Marie R. (nee Merryman) Ainsworth, age 86 b. Mar 31, 1916 Woonsocket, Rhode Island d. Jan 7, 2003 Stella Maris Hospice, Timonium MD d/o late John H. & Marie P. (nee Gonnsen) Marryman kindergarten teacher, Hiss Methodist Church, Baltimore MD kindergarten teacher, Lida Lee Tahl School, Towson MD day-care director, Woodholme Presbyterian Church, Baltimore MD previously resided in Baltimore before moving to Lebanon three years and then to Largo FL for seven years. Attended, Ranchero Chapel, Ranchero Village, Largo FL Steven ministry at Hiss Methodist Church. Survivors: Son Barry Ainsworth, Fernandino Beach, FL Daughter Carol Szaroleta, Baltimore MD Sister Dorothy Price, Hereford MD Five grandchildren Burial: location is not listed. Jan 8, 2003 Ruth B. (nee Brown) Kelley Smith, age 83 b. Jul 30, 1919 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 6, 2003 North Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA traffic accident w/o Eldon W. Smith w/o late Clinton Kelley, who died in 1977. D/o late Harry C. & Rachel (nee Fake) Brown. Retired, Hershey Foods Corp. Member, Bethany United Methodist Church, Palmyra Member, Mid-Atlantic Penny Bank Club. Member, Still Bank Collector's Club. Survivors: Daughter Susan (nee Kelley) Hess, Palmyra Son Rodney Kelley, Montana Son Leonard Kelley, Palmyra Son Ernest Kelley, Palmyra Son Larry Kelley, Palmyra Son Edward Kelley, Hummelstown Sister Evelyn Slaughter, Palmyra 13 grandchildren 15 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Sister Mildred Lehman Brother Willard Brown Burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, N.Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 8, 2003 Lena U. (nee Mohl) Reher, age 88 b. Oct 21, 1914 Cressona, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Jan 6, 2003 Tremont, Schuylkill Co. PA w/o Lester Rehrer, to whom she was married 32 years. W/o late Elwood Romberger W/o late Earl Paxson Sr. D/o late Arthur & Annie (nee Dieter) Mohl Homemaker. Worked on her family's dairy farm for 30 years. Survivors: Son Earl Paxson jr., Schuylkill Haven Son Donald Paxson, Schuylkill Haven Son Thomas Paxson, Lebanon Son Richard Paxson, Jonestown Daughter Lois Boana, Friedensburg Daughter Susan Mertz, Schuylkill Haven Step-son Dennis Reher, Pine Grove 17 grandchildren a step-grandchild 25 great-grandchildren two step-great-grandchildren four great-great grandchildren a niece three nephews. Preceded in death by: Brother John "Bud" Mohl Sister Dorothy Koch Step-son Dale Rehrer Burial: Jacob's Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA Jan 8, 2003 Catherine S. (nee Garnert) Kirkessner, age 95 b. Feb 3, 1907 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 7, 2003 Manor Care, Lebanon PA w/o late Andrew C. Kirkessner d/o late Mason I. & Sara (nee Rheinbold) Garnert retired, Lebanon Valley College member, St. Mary's Church survivors: Daughter Sister Geraldine Kirkessner, Our Lady of Victory Missionaries, Phoenix AZ Son Andrew C., h/o Margaret M. Kirkessner, Lebanon Son James P., h/o Margaret M. Kirkessner, Lancaster Brother Alfred Gernert, Lebanon Sister Ruth Rank, Pottstown Five grandchildren 10 great-grandchildren several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Brother Paul Gernert Sisters Hazel Garnert, Ethel White, Marion Heilman, and Herma Kurtz Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 8, 2003 Rev. James D. Matchette, age 94 b. date not listed Hokendauqua, Lehigh Co. PA d. Jan 6, 2003 Cornwall Manor, Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA h/o late Ruth M. (nee Boyer) Matchette s/o late Richard K. & Mable L. (nee Gower) Matchette. Retired ordained minister, United Methodist Church, Worshipped, Church of the Good Shepherd United Methodist Church, Lebanon Served as pastor of Richmond and Raubsville chures as a student 1933-1940 Served as pastor of Jirardville 1940-1952 Served as pastor of Searles Memorial in Pottstown, 1943 Ð 1947 Served as pastor Windsor Street, Reading, 1947 Ð 1952 Served as pastor Warton, Philadelphia , 1952 Ð 1957 Served as pastor, Lehman Church, Hatboro, 1957 Ð 1966 Served as pastor, Haws Avenue, Norristown, 1966-1974 Served as pastor, Trinity Church of Margate NJ, 1976-1985 Attended Wyomissing Seminiary from 1930 Ð 1933 Attended Lafayette College, 1933 Ð 1937. Attended Drew University, 1937 Ð 1940. Original member, Cornwall Manor board of directors in 1949 and served for 22 years Eight-year member, C.F.N.A beginning in 1981 Former member, DAMMM Social Club that was made up of five pastors and their wives. Survivors: Daughter Sandra, w/o Carl Campman, Warminister, Bucks Co. Daughter Linda, w/o Edward Haskins, Bethlehem Sister Margaret, w/o Leslie Varley, Easton Four grandchildren Preceded in death by: Daughter Beverly Thompson Burial: Quentin Cemetery, Quentin, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 8, 2003 Betty J. (nee Sechrist) Sattazahn, age 76 b. date not mentioned Newmanstown, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 6, 2003 Cedar Haven, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Jacob W. Sattazahn, who died Sep 23, 1995. D/o late Lloyd W. & Maude E. (nee Noll) Sechrist Worked as a machine operator, Valley Forge Flag Co., Womelsdorf Survivors: Son David Sattazahn, Huntingdon Burial: Millcreek Memorial Cemetery, Newmanstown, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 8, 2003 Shane J. Weiant, age 33 b. Oct 14, 1969 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 6, 2003 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Karen (nee Tobias) Weiant, to whom he was married two years, Sept 16, 2002. S/o Julian, h/o Brenda Weiant S/o Rebecca Rittle, w/o Douglas Good Graduate, Grace Christian School Employed, Marketing Sales for Pierce Welding & Fabricating, Bethel Former president, Chariot Express Wheelchair Athletes Association Spoke at many schools and to medical students at the Hershey Medical Ceneter To educate them about disabilities. In High School, he played soccer and enjoyed hunting, fishing and waterskiing A wheelchair racer in the Marine Corp. Marathon A wheelchair racer in the Harrisburg Mile and other races. Member, Myerstown Grace Brethren Church, Myerstown Survivors: Son James Spitler, Richland Son Ryan Spitler, Richland Brother Todd, h/o Janell Weiant, Myerstown Sister Trisha, w/o Todd Kaylor, Lebanon Step-sister Denise, w/o Leonard Kaighn, Lebanon Step-sister JoAnn, w/o Larry Brown Jr., Lebanon Step-sister Brenda, w/o Jefrey Harnish, Newmanstown Step-brother Dennis Kirsch Jr., Lebanon Maternal Grandfather Paternal Grandmother Number of aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. Preceded in death by: Step-father Charles David Jr. Burial: Union Salem Cemetery, Lickdale, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 9, 2003 Rev. Edwin W. Martin, age 77 b. date not listed Clay Twp., Lancaster Co. PA d. Jan 8, 2003 Mt. Hope Church Home, Manheim, Lancaster Co. PA h/o Martha B. (nee Good) Martin s/o late Amos H. & Katie O. (nee Weaver) Martin retired, Gehl Corp's mfg facility, South Lebanon, 25 years. Member, Denver Mennonite Church, he served as minister 1963 to present. Survivors: Daughter Mary Ellen, w/o Jesse Burkholder, Spring Mills Son Marlin G., h/o Anna Mary (nee Nolt) Martin, Fredericksburg Son David G., h/o Sara (nee Gehman) Martin, Spring Mills Son Mervin G., h/o Rhoda (nee Witmer) Martin, Pelham Son Samuel Ray, h/o Irene (nee Martin) Martin, Bethel Sister Eva M., w/o Paul B. Zimmerman, Ephrata Sister Esther W., w/o Ivan Z. Martin, Myerstown Brother Titus W., h/o Elizabeth (nee Martin) Martin, Stevens Brother Phares W., h/o Erma (nee Stauffer) Martin, Anna, Illinois 18 grandchildren 14 great-grandchildren burial: Denver Mennonite Cemetery, Denver, Lancaster Co. PA Jan 9, 2003 Nada L. (nee Sweigert) Hesser, age 83 b. Jun 22, 1920 Cressona, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Jan 7, 2003 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA w/o late Dennis Hesser, who died Sep 5, 2000 d/o Arvel & Nada (nee Mars) Sweigert member, St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Pine Grove past president and member, former Pine Grove VFW Ladies Auxiliary Graduate, 1938, Schuylkill Haven High School Employed, dressmaker Survivors: Daughter Sue Kull, Schuylkill Haven Four grandchildren Four great-grandchildren Nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Son Dennis H. Hesser Brothers Arvel and Richard Sweigert Sisters Minnie Zimmerman and Muriel Harner Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 9, 2003 Glenn Alfred Orres, age 61 b. date not listed location not listed d. Dec 28, 2002 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Sharon Rose Orres s/o late Glenn A. Sr. & Evelyn (nee Barter) Orrs attended Grace Chapel, Elizabethtown Survivors: Daughter April M. Orrs, Reading Son John G. Orrs, Gettysburg Step-daughter Janice Whitmeyer, Reading Step-son Brian Yerger, Reading Step-son Christopher Yerger, Reading Step-son Michael Yerger, Reading Burial: not listed. Jan 9, 2003 Susan F. (nee Fowler) Madden, age 55 b. Feb 21, 1947 Brattleboro, VT d. Jan 8, 2003 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o Louis J. Madden Jr. d/o Dorothy (nee Anderson) Fowler, and the late Bernard Fowler Sr. homemaker. Survivors: Son Michael >, h/o Linda Madden, Greenfield MA Daughter Michelle, w/o Rafael Martinez, Fitchburg MA Brother Bernard Jr., h/o Pricilla Fowler, Gill MA Brother James R., h/o Elizabeth Fowler, Greenfield MA Four grandchildren Burial: location is not listed. Jan 9, 2003 Ivy M. (nee Olt) Schwalm, age 100 b. Jul 12, 1902 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Jan 6, 2003 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Ray Schwalm d/o late Edwin & Emma (nee Schneck) Olt member, Suedburg Church of God Survivors: Daughter Anna Mae Bachman, Lebanon Sister Anna Fidler, Pine Grove Eight grandchildren Three great-grandchildren A great-great grandchild Preceded in death by: Sons Earl, Allen and Alvin Schwalm Brothers Elvin, Famon and Allen Olt Burial: Suedburg Church of God Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA Jan 9, 2003 Ralph R. Weiser, Jr., age 77 b. date not listed Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 8, 2003 Reading, Berks Co. PA h/o Dorothy S. (nee Stover) Weiser, who died Aug 26, 1990. S/o late Ralph R. Sr. & Kathryn (nee Tchudy) Weiser Graduate, Milton Hershey High School Graduate, Wharton School of Business Graduate, University of PA Army veteran of Korean War Worked for Hershey Chocolate 44 years, retired as assistant comptroller, 1987. Member, Brownstone Lodge 666 F & AM, Hershey Member, Hershey Shrine Club Survivors: Son Rev. William H. Weiser, Womelsdorf Son Robert R. Weiser, Apex, NC Son Russell Weiser III, Ronan, MT Daughter K. Estella Ludwig, Ellicott City, MD Seven grandchildren A great-grandson Burial: Hershey Cemetery, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA Jan 9, 2003 Lester D. Stoltz, age 88 b. date not listed Tulpehocken Twp., Berks Co. PA d. Jan 7, 2003 Manheim Twp., Lancaster Co. PA h/o Mae E. (nee Gassert) Stoltz s/o late Oliver & Mary (nee Yerger) Stoltz Graduate, Bethel High School Attended Lebanon Valley Business School Army veteran of WW2 A farmer, served as secretary for the Tri-County Coop of Dairy Farmers. Previously, cleark for Agway at its Temple and Bernville locations. Member, St. John's United Church of Christ, Mt. Aetna Survivors: Son John L. Stoltz, Chester Co. Daughter Linda L. Brown, Myerstown Four grandchildren Burial: St. John's United Church of Christ Cemetery, Mt. Aetna, Berks Co. PA Jan 9, 2003 Eileen M. "Pinky" (nee Kapp) Rulavage, age 48 b. Sep 24, 1954 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 7, 2003 Lebanon PA w/o Joseph C. Rulavage d/o Donald & Frances (nee Price) Kapp secretary, Bayer Corporation, Myerstown survivors: Son Michael S. Rulavage, Lebanon Daughter Lauren N. Rulavage, Lebanon A brother A sister Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 9, 2003 Samuel K. Shenk, age 91 b. Oct 24, 1911 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 8, 2003 Annville PA h/o Nellie (nee Wolfe) Shenk, who died 1995. S/o Samuel & Sarah (nee Kreider) Shenk Graduate, 1929, Annville High School Machinist, former Lebanon Packaging, now Sterling Packaging Member, Tabor United Church of Christ, Lebanon Member, Keystone Gunning Club Survivors: Sister Isabelle, w/o Raymond Bomgardner, Cornwall Nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Brothers Chester and Paul Shenk Sister Lucille Dishong Burial: Mt.Annville Cemetery, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 10, 2003 Earl W. Balmer, age 79 b. date not listed Lincoln, Lancaster Co. PA d. Jan 8, 2003 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o late Arnetta (nee Yerger) Balmer, who died Jul 18, 1992. S/o late Joseph G. & Emma S. (nee Wiest) Balmer He and his late wife founded, owned and operated, Kountry Korner Drive-In Restaurant, Reinholds, for 22 years. Also a Polaris Snowmobile dealer in Reinholds for many years. Recently, employed, Manheim Auto Auction Recently employed, Weaver Markets, Adamstown Army Veteran, WW2, he served in the South Pacific Member, Cocalico Church of the Brethren, Denver PA Life member, Brendle-Coleman VFW, Adamstown Past president Reinholds Lions Club Survivors: Daughter Erla Mae, w/o Gordon Schweitzer, Stevens Son Barry Lee, h/o Linda (nee Weaver) Balmer, Downingtown Daughter Beverly Ann, w/o James L. Moyer, Reinholds FiancŽe Carol Schwalm, Myerstown Brother Wilbur W., h/o Ethel A. (nee Strohm) Balmer, Akron PA Eight grandchildren Two great-grandchildren Burial: Middle Creek Cemetery, Ephrata Twp., Lancaster Co. PA Jan 10, 2003 Simford R. "Simmie" Hernley, age 57 b. date not listed Rexmont PA d. Jan 9, 2003 Reading, Berks Co. PA h/o Charlotte F. (nee Strickler) Hernely s/o Eurome (nee Shirk) Hernley Kern and the late Melvin A. Hernely retired in July 2002, Copenhaver Paving, Sinking Spring, after 25 years service member, Marion Rod & Gun Club Survivors: Son Barry L. Hernley, Richland Son Brian R. Hernley, Newmanstown Brother Ronald I. Hernley, Reinholds Brother Melvin Hernley, Richland Sister Doris Hartranft, Newmanstown Three grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brother Edward Hernley, who died in 1970 Burial: Millcreek Memorial Cemetery, Newmanstown, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 10, 2003 Beryl S.(Smith) Benner, age 84 b. Jan 17, 1918 Bethlehem, PA d. Jan 9, 2003 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late James A. Benner, who died Mar 11, 2000 d/o late Robert A. & L. Frances (nee Lynn) Smith clerk, 12 years, P.A. Freeman Jewelry Store, Allentown, until her 1970 retirement. Member, Lititz Moravian Church Enjoyed sewing and gardening. Survivors: Son Robert F. Benner, Long Island NY Son James A. Benner Jr., Centreville MD Brother Robert W.A. Smith, Bethlehem Six grandchildren Burial: no location is listed. Jan 10, 2003 Katie R. (nee Leffler) Zipp, age 72 b. May 11, 1930 Ravine, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Jan 8, 2003 Pottsville, Schuykill Co. PA w/o late Robert M. Zipp d/o late Samuel & Fronie (nee Peiffer) Leffler member, Pine Grove Wesleyan Church, Pine Grove Survivors: Son James A., h/o Judith Zipp, Ono Son Chester M., h/o April Zipp, Lebanon Son Roger L. Zipp, Cresson, Cambira Co. Daughter Barbara Ann Zipp, Ono Brother Sterling Leffler, Lebanon Sister Martha Kimmel Hollenbach, Lickdale 15 grandchildren four great-grandchildren nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Son Fred R. Zipp Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 10, 2003 James E. Graybill Jr., age 52 b. date not listed Mt. Joy, Lancaster Co. PA d. Jan 8, 2003 Lancaster Co. PA s/o Jean Graybill and the late James E. Graybill Sr. purchasing officer, Core States Milton Bank Sergeant in International Guard, Indiantown Gap, w/ an honorable discharge in 1985. Contributor, Humane Society of Lebanon Co. for several years. Survivors: Sister Linda M., w/o Larry Weibley, Red Lion Sister Evelyn N., w/o Alfred Greenya, Columbia Sister Debra Graybill, Mt. Joy Several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Brother Ronald Graybill Burial: Zion Lutheran Cemetery, no city, county or state is listed. Jan 11, 2003 Jane M. (Middleton) Garrett, age 83 b. date not listed location not listed d. Jan 8, 2003 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Malcolm A. Garrett Her parents are not listed. Teacher, Steelton-Highspire School District Member, Paxtang Art Association Member, Mt. Zion Methodist Church, Steelton Survivors: Son Malcolm A. Garrett, Jr., Hershey Son David M. Garrett, Camp Hill Daughter Lynn J. Phillips, Devon Burial: Cremation. "burial at convenience of family" Jan 11, 2003 Mary E. (nee DiJohnson) Jarosz, age 80 b. May 5, 1922 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 8, 2003 Arlington VA h/o Robert Jarosz d/o late Joseph & Concetta DiJohnson Graduate, Lebanon Catholic High School Avid baseball fan. Survivors: Daughter Anne, w/o Daniel Ciarochi, Arlington VA Brother Albert DiJohnson, Stroudsburg Brother Hank DiJohnson, Lebanon Brother Joseph DiJohnson, Palmyra Preceded in death by: Brother William P. DiJohnson Burial: location not listed. Jan 11, 2003 Stanley M. Eckert, age 68 b. date not listed Mt. Joy Twp., Lancaster Co., PA d. Jan 9, 2003 Manheim, Lancaster Co. PA companion of Laura Wilson s/o late Michael J. & Pearl (nee McCombs) Eckert truck driver, many years, Jones Motor Freight, Lebanon formerly employed, Morgan Paper Co., Lititz formerly employed, PA Turnpike Commission volunteer, Pleasant View Retirement Community, Manheim member, Navy Club Ship 91, Lebanon member, Lebanon Co. Federation of Fraternal & Social Organizations member, Deutscher Harmonie Maennerchor, Lebanon member, Rexmont Community fire Companies member, Germania Band Club, Manheim member, Loyal Order of Moose Lodge 596, Elizabethtown member, Dela-Ches Fishing Association, Lawn member, Lebanon Co. Federation of Sportman's Club. Survivors: Son Stanley L., h/o Karen L. (nee Boyer) Eckert, Myerstown Son Charles A., h/o Barbara (nee Mohollom) Eckert, Elizabethtown Son Jeffrey, h/o Georgia Eckert, Springfield VA Son Dale Eckert, Lancaster Co. Daughter Donna, w/o Gary Ferris, Palmyra Daughter Debra Eckert, Harrisburg 13 grandchildren sister Verna Eckert, Manheim sister Lois, w/o Eugene Kready, Manheim sister Goldie, w/o Curvin Heiss, Lititz Preceded in death by: Brothers Alfred Eckert & Roy Eckert Sister Ruth Gutshall Burial: Hernley Mennonite Cemetery, Rapho Twp., Lancaster Co. PA Jan 11, 2003 Mildred I. (nee Napp) Groff, age 83 b. date not listed Bethel Twp, Berks Co. PA d. Jan 9, 2003 Bethel Twp, Berks Co. PA w/o late John A. Groff d/o late Levi B. & Cora E. (nee Kline) Napp retired, Gloray Knitting Mill, Robesonia, where she was a folder and inspector member, Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church, Bethel life member, Bethel Fire Co. Survivors: Son Stephen A. Groff, Muhlenberg Twp Four grandchildren Sister-in-law name is not listed. Preceded in death by: Daughter Bernadette M. Stamm Burial: Merkey's Cemetery, Bethel Twp., Berks Co. PA Jan 11, 2003 Charles F. Shifflet, age 72 b. Apr 28, 1930 Georgetown, Washington D. C. d. Jan 7, 2003 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Grace E. (nee Kline) Shifflet s/o late Guy P. & Susan F. (nee Long) Shifflet retired, Lebanon Tool & Die Co. survivors: son Charles E. Shifflet, Lebanon son John M, h/o Melissa Shifflet, Lebanon Daughter Debra M., w/o Rocke Lively, Olton, TX Brother Stuart Shifflet, Palmyra Brother William Shifflet, Delaware Sister Verdie Mae Schlappig, Lebanon Five grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brother Guy P. Shifflet Sister Ruth Herndon Burial: Wenger Cemetery, Jonestown, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 11, 2003 Robert H. Heilman, age 70 b. Jan 7, 1933 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 10, 2003 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Betty L. (nee Smith) Heilman s/o Herbert H & Anna (nee Schrope) Heilman retired, Bethlehem Steel Corp. U.S. Army Veteran Member, Holy Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lebanon and its Lutheran Brotherhood of the Church Worked in the church's kitchen during social activities. Survivors: Daughter Darlene B., w/o Barry Huber, Palmyra Daughter Linda F., w/o Dennis Huber, Manheim Daughter Roberta, w/o Greg Gardner, Myerstown Son Richard A., h/o Ivette Martin, Annville Brother Charles Heilman, Fredericksburg Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 11, 2003 C. Thomas Schwalm, age 60 b. Sep 19, 1942 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA d. Jan 9, 2003 Hummelstown, Dauphin Co. PA s/o late Charles H. & Anna (nee Seyler) Schwalm Graduate, 1960, Central Dauphin High School Graduate, 1964, Received his bachelor of music education degree from Lebanon Valley College. Undertook graduate studies at Penn State, Temple, Peabody Conservatory and Westminster Choir College. Director Choral Activities, Northern York High School, Harrisburg High School Director Choral Activities for 18 years, Milton Hershey School Active accompanist, Susquehanna Chorale Served since 1995, minister of music Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, Hummelstown Former organist, Lakeside Lutheran Church, Harrisburg Former organist, Palm Lutheran Church, Palmyra Pianist and singer, former group, "Celebration" Had been chorus director, Laurel Music Camp, Wistead, CT Devoted time, composition of choral music, the Susquehanna Chorale & Messiah College Concert Choir performed some of his works. "Shawnee Press recently accepted his submitted works for publication." Commissioned to write settings of sacred texts by various churches and choral organizations. Member, American Guild of Organists Member, American Choral Directors Association Survivors: Son Thomas A. Schwalm, Palmyra Son Michael A. Schwalm, Mechanicsburg Son Christpher S. Schwalm, Lititz Daughter Amy E. Reichelderfer, Harrisburg Brother Jack S. Schwalm, Maryland Eight granddaughters Burial: Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, Lower Paxton Twp., Dauphin Co. PA Jan 11, 2003 Loretta L. (nee Kaufhold) Braungard, age 94 b. date not listed Columbia, Lancaster Co. PA d. Jan 9, 2003 Columbia, PA w/o late August J. Braungard d/o late John & Margaret H. (nee Elesser) Kaufhold retired, Hamilton Watch Co. former member, St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church former member, St. Philip's Auxiliary former member, Guys and Dolls of St. Philip's Club. Survivors: Son Richard J., h/o Helga C. Braungard, Myerstown Two granddaughters Preceded in death by: Sisters Aruelia Smith, Florence Kaufhold, and Esther Kaufhold Brother Joseph and Arthur Kaufhold Burial: St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery, Columbia, Lancaster Co. PA Jan 12, 2003 Eva (nee Heinrich) Mohl, age 96 b. Dec 20, 1906 Austria-Hungry d. Jan 11, 2003 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Andrew J. Mohl d/o late Stefan & Julianna (nee Kindler) Heinrich member, Church of St. Cecilia, Lebanon enjoyed crocheting and baking. Survivors: Daughter Magdalena Wenger, Lebanon Daughter Eva Dishong, w/o George, Jaffrey NH Daughter Mary Nash, w/o Harry, Cornwall Son Andrew Mohl, h/o Dorothy, Lebanon Son Anthony Mohl, h/o Marilyn, Lebanon Son Joseph Mohl, h/o Christine, Lebanon Son John Mohl, h/o Marion, Manassas, VA 37 grandchildren 53 great-grandchildren several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Sister Anna Meyer Brothers Frank Heinrich and Jack Heinrich Step-father Joseph Sauter One grandson Two great-grandchildren Burial: St. Gertrudes' Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 12, 2003 David M. Flowers M.D., age 48 b. date not listed Reading, Berks Co. PA d. Jan 9, 2003 Salford Twp., Montgomery Co. PA h/o Deborah J. Bolanowski M.D. to whom he was married 21 years. S/o Sara S. (nee Snyder) Flowers and the late Robert Collins Flowers, who had been an Orthodontist in Lebanon Graduate, 1972, Wyomissing Area High School Graduate, 1976, John Hopkins University Graduate, 1980, Hahnemann Medical College Since 1986, practiced cardiology w/ and was partner in Buxmont Cardiology Associates, Sellersville, Bucks Co. PA Member, Grand View Hospital's board of trustees. Assistant leader of the Boy Scouts of America. Survivors: Son Michael G. Flowers, Salford Twp. Daughter Laura A. Flowers, Salford Twp. Daughter Alexis M. Flowers, Salford Twp. Brother Timothy R. Flowers, Washington D.C. Sister Laura LeFevre, w/o Christian H., M.D., Alexandria VA Other local relatives. Burial: location is not listed. Jan 12, 2003 Antoinette (nee Vergara) "Kitti" Longenecker, age 79 b. date not listed Archbald, Lackawanna Co. PA d. Jan 10, 2003 Landenberg, Chester Co. PA w/o late Malcom Longenecker d/o late Anthony & Catherine (nee Ianollo) Vergara homemaker an artist enjoyed bowling and crossword puzzles. Survivors: Son Malcom Longenecker, New Hampshire Son Terry Longenecker, Ohio Son Michael Longenecker, Elizabethtown Daughter Donna DeUbaldo, Landenberg, Chester Co. PA Brother Vincent Vergara, Syracuse NY Brother Anthony Vergara, Syracuse NY Brother Albert Vergara, Tracy, CA Sister Ann Longenecker, Annville Preceded in death by: Son Larry Longenecker Six brothers A sister Burial: St. Patrick Cemetery Jan 12, 2003 Charles D. "Danny" Koleda Jr., age 50 b. Mar 19, 1952 Bayshore NY d. Jan 10, 2003 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA s/o Laura (nee Mancino) Koleda and the late Charles D. Koleda Sr. former long-time resident of Long Island NY retired, U. S. Postal Carrier. Member, Westbury Young Men's Recreational Club Member, Westbury Softball League Member, Westbury Garden City Bowl Survivors: Daughter Dawn, w/o Joseph Brown, Palmyra Son Charles A. Koleda, Lebanon Brother Douglas M. Koleda, Hungtingdon NY Brother Bruce J. Teichman, Massapequa NY Burial: No location is listed. Jan 12, 2003 Irene I. (nee Haag) Layser, age 88 b. Sep 22, 1914 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 10, 2003 Myerstown PA w/o late John P. Layser, who died Oct 20, 1972. D/o late David W. & Amy (nee Brown) Haag Had been employed, Supervisor, former Publix Shirt Co., Myerstown She and her husband owned and operated the former, Niagra Health Equipment, Reading Member, Friedens Lutheran Church, Myerstown Volunteer, Lebanon VA Medical Center for years. Enjoyed crocheting, sewing and cooking. Survivors: Sister Annie Haag, Myerstown Brother Thomas Haag, Myerstown Several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Brother Arthur Haag, who died in 2001. Burial: location is not listed. Jan 12, 2003 Malvene A. (nee Mountz) Weidman, age 86 b. Feb 13, 1916 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 10, 2003 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Paul B. Weidman d/o late John & Elsie (nee Miller) Mountz retired, from the garment industry member, Zion United Methodist Church, Myerstown Survivors: Two nieces and a nephew Preceded in death by: Sister Erma Reich Burial: location is not listed. Jan 12, 2003 Grace E. (nee Rhoade) Fidler, age 80 b. Dec 6, 1922 Jonestown, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 10, 2003 Jonestown, PA w/o late Melvin R. Fidler d/o late Harry E. & Anna (nee Fitting) Rhoade Attended Jonestown Bible Church Enjoyed gardening Survivors: Son Kenneth M. Sr., h/o Patricia Fidler, Lebanon Son Harry R., h/o Debra Fidler, Bethel Son Stanley W., h/o Arnetta Fidler, Jonestown Daughter Carol M., w/o Faniel Sheffy, Jonestown Daughter Carolyn K., w/o Dennis Sonnon, Schaefferstown Daughter Ann E., w/o Elem Light, Lebanon 18 grandchildren 24 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: A Great-grandson Brothers Walter, Herbert, and Ira Rhoade Sisters Margaret Donmoyer and Dorothy Edris Burial: Ebenezer "Greenwood" Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 12, 2003 Timothy R. Oxenrider, age 38 b. Jan 31, 1964 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 10, 2003 Baltimore, MD h/o Insoon Oxenrider s/o Robert Oxenrider, and the late Glenna (nee Noll) Oxenrider Graduate, 1981, Elco High School, where he participated in football and baseball. Earned an associate's degree in electrical engineering, Penn State University, York Campus. Employed, Greater Baltimore Medical Center as a bio-medical engineer for past nine months. 11 years, worked Mercy Medical Center, Baltimore MD member, Calvary Presbyterian Church, Baltimore MD Survivors: Son Aden Oxenrider, Baltimore MD Maternal Grandparents Elmer & Vera Noll, Lebanon Sister Tami Knoll, Myerstown Sister Courtney, w/o Kevin Meginley, Myerstown Step-brother Chris A., h/o Liz Strause, Richland Burial: Christ Lutheran Cemetery, Stouchsburg, PA Jan 12, 2003 Patricia A. (nee Putt) Bryan, age 69 b. date not listed location not listed d. Jan 10, 2003 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA w/o late Karl Bryan Jr. d/o Cyril & Isabelle (nee Leedy) Putt homemaker a Protestant survivors: Son Karl T. Bryan, Middletown Son William J. Bryan, Harrisburg Daughter Carmelita A. Adams, Lebanon Daughter Patricia A. Danner, Harrisburg Nine grandchildren Five great-grandchildren Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 12, 2003 Samuel R. Behney, age 76 b. Dec 30, 1926 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 10, 2003 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Ferne L. (nee Doster) Behney, to whom he was married 45 years. S/o late Frantz & Irene (nee Bahney) Behney Electrician, Intercontinental Wire Co. Robesonia, many years. Worked at the former Budd Trailer, Lebanon, for many years. Graduate, 1945, Myerstown High School. Navy Veteran, WW2 Member, Myerstown Church of the Brethren Former member, Lebanon Valley RC Club, Inc, Myerstown, where he enjoyed flying model airplanes. Survivors: Son Samuel R. Jr., h/o Gale Behney, Lebanon Daughter Sandra Devlin, Mt. Gretna Daughter Susan, w/o Robert Hess, Wyomissing Eight grandchildren Nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Daughter Marsha Behney Brother Carl Behney Sister Pearl Krick Burial: no location is listed. Jan 12, 2003 Emmett V. Mariano, age 76 b. Jun 13, 1926 Hazleton, Luzerne Co. PA d. Jan 11, 2003 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o late Pearl Pauline (nee Snyder) Mariano s/o late Harrison & Rose (nee Morlina) Mariano retired, 1977, 31 years, Physical Therapy at Lebanon VA Medical Center Army veteran of WW2, receiving three Bronze stars. Life member, R Field and Stream Life member, VFW, Lebanon Life member, American Legion, Annville Life member, VA Employees Association Life member and co-founder of the Lebanon Valley Hiking Club Survivors: Sister Marie Stashko, West Hazleton Sister Elizabeth Libonate, Hazleton Sister Rose Mulhern, Hazleton Several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Brother Nicholas Mariano Sister Ann Bohner Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 12, 2003 Katie R. (nee Leffler) Zipp, age 72 b. May 11, 1930 Ravine, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Jan 8, 2003 Pottsville, Schuykill Co. PA w/o late Robert M. Zipp d/o late Samuel & Fronie (nee Peiffer) Leffler member, Pine Grove Wesleyan Church, Pine Grove Survivors: Son James A., h/o Judith Zipp, Ono Son Chester M., h/o April Zipp, Lebanon Son Roger L. Zipp, Cresson, Cambira Co. Daughter Barbara Ann Zipp, Ono Brother Sterling Leffler, Lebanon Sister Martha Kimmel Hollenbach, Lickdale 15 grandchildren four great-grandchildren nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Son Fred R. Zipp Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 13, 2003 Ronald H. Haulman, age 63 b. Sep 19, 1937 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 11, 2003 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Alice M. (nee Fulk) Haulman s/o late Alfred S. & Verna (nee Fox) Haulman veteran of Korean & Vietnam Wars. Retired Air Force staff sergeant w/ 20 years service. Affiliated w/ Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, Palmyra Survivors: Son Landis R. Haulman, Kuna, Idaho Son Douglas S. Haulman, Kuna, Idaho Son Brian W. Haulman, Kuna, Idaho Son Randolph R. Haulman, Palmyra Step-son William J. Slaybaugh, Palmyra Step-son Gregory J. Slaybaugh, Palmyra Brother Alfred Haulman Jr., Myerstown Six grandchildren Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 13, 2003 Jane M. (Middleton) Garrett, age 83 b. date not listed location not listed d. Jan 8, 2003 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Malcolm A. Garrett Her parents are not listed. Teacher, Steelton-Highspire School District Member, Paxtang Art Association Member, Mt. Zion Methodist Church, Steelton Survivors: Son Malcolm A. Garrett, Jr., Hershey Son David M. Garrett, Camp Hill Daughter Lynn J. Phillips, Devon Burial: Cremation. "burial at convenience of family" Jan 13, 2003 Roy Heisler, age 80 b. Mar 26, 1922 Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA d. Jan 11, 2003 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Kathryn M. (nee Hostetter) Heisler s/o late Frank & Grace (nee Deckert) Heisler former employee, Textile Printing, Lebanon, 10 years. Army Veteran of WW2 Member, Moravian Church, Lebanon Survivors: Step-son Dawson, h/o Yevette Hostetter, Annville Son David, h/o Tracy Heisler, Lebanon Son Matthew, h/o Peggy Heisler, Lebanon Son Joseph, h/o Jennifer Heisler, Myerstown Daughter Grace, w/o Luis Arroyo, Lebanon 11 grandchildren two great-grandchildren burial: not listed. Jan 14, 2003 Robert G. Brandt, age 71 b. Oct 5, 1931 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 11, 2003 Delaware City, Delaware h/o Lore Brandt s/o late Herman & Hilda (nee Sell) Brandt retired, IBM, Middletown Survivors: Son James, h/o Lisa Brandt, Newville Step-son Mike Jones, Carlise Brother Richard H., h/o Marian (nee Kuhnert) Brandt, Manheim Nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Brother James E. Brandt Burial: location not listed. Jan 14, 2003 Pauline M. (nee Anspach) Flinchbaugh, age 81 b. May 29, 1921 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 13, 2003 Manor Care, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late John H. Flinchbaugh, who died Aug 6, 1985 s/o late Lee H. & Mary Ann (nee Leininger) Anspach homemaker member, Covenant United Methodist Church, Lebanon worshipped, Zion "Goshert's" United Church of Christ, Mt. Zion. Survivors: Son Kevin J. Flinchbaugh, Lebanon A Grandson Burial: Ebenezer "Covenant" Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 14, 2003 Bernice C. "Bebe" (nee Bleistein) Guare, age 88 b. Apr 29, 1914 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 12, 2003 Cedar Haven, Lebanon, Lebanon co. PA w/o George T. Guare, w/whom she would have celebrated 61 years, Jan 24, 2003. D/o late Joseph E. & Marie M. (nee Hoffman) Bleistein Graduate, 1931, Lebanon High School Retired from Miller Furniture Store Previously worked, Brenner & Levitz furniture stroes, Previously worked, Bannon Mills Previously worked, Peggy Paige Shoe Previously worked, Dandelion Stores. Member, St. Mark's United Church of Christ Member, Lebanon Senior Citizens Community Center Former member, YMCA Mother Council, where she was active for many years Former member, Lincoln Republican Club, where she served as committee woman for various elections. Skilled seamstress and avid cardplayer Survivors: Daughter Judith J. Guare, w/o Irvin J. Shaak, Lebanon Daughter Carol L. Warlow, w/o Edmund H. Lengle, Lebanon Son John J., h/o Virginia A. (nee Kunkleman) Warlow, Boerne TX Sister Mary E. Templin, Lebanon 12 grandchildren 20 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Son George T. Guare, Jr. Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 14, 2003 Mary A. (nee Adams) Terenchin, age 91 b. Mar 13, 1911 Shamokin, PA d. Jan 12, 2003 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Theodore Terenchin, who died in 1959. D/o late Charles H. & Della T. (nee Kerstetter) Adams Graduate, 1929, Shamokin High School Attended Albright College, Reading Served in the WACS during WW2 In 1973, retired from the dietary depat of ECC Retirement Village-Albright Campus, Myesrtown Member, Myerstown United Church of Christ Enjoyed reading, crocheting, knitting, and cooking. Survivors: Son Richard Leander, Myerstown Sister Marie, w/o John Burba, Elysburg Two nephews. Burial: Possible Cremation. No location is listed. Jan 14, 2003 Anna M. (nee Eisenhour) Zweir, age 90 b. Jun 26, 1913 Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 13, 2003 Laurel Living Center, Hamburg, Berks Co. PA w/o late Raymond Earl Zweir, who died Jul 21, 1986 d/o late Herman L. & Agnes (nee Hartman) Eisenhour homemaker volunteer w/ the Campfire Girls at St. Thomas United Church of Christ, 25 years. Graduate, St. Mary's School, Lebanon Member, St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, Reading Survivors: Daughter Mary Alice Wertz, Hamburg Daughter Eleanor A. Chett, Bernville Daughter Margaret J. LaBranche, Williamsburg VA Sister Helen E. Adams, Lebanon Sister Clara R. Henry, Reading Sister Mary A. Gottshall, Reading Four grandchildren Three great-grandchilren Burial: Gethsemane Cemetery Jan 14, 2003 Timothy R. Oxenrider, age 38 b. Jan 31, 1964 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 10, 2003 Baltimore, MD h/o Insoon Oxenrider s/o Robert Oxenrider, and the late Glenna (nee Noll) Oxenrider Graduate, 1981, Elco High School, where he participated in football and baseball. Earned an associate's degree in electrical engineering, Penn State University, York Campus. Employed, Greater Baltimore Medical Center as a bio-medical engineer for past nine months. 11 years, worked Mercy Medical Center, Baltimore MD member, Calvary Presbyterian Church, Baltimore MD Survivors: Son Aden Oxenrider, Baltimore MD Maternal Grandparents Elmer & Vera Noll, Lebanon Sister Tami Knoll, Myerstown Sister Courtney, w/o Kevin Meginley, Myerstown Step-brother Chris A., h/o Liz Strause, Richland Burial: Christ Lutheran Cemetery, Stouchsburg, PA Jan 14, 2003 Mary E. (nee DiJohnson) Jarosz, age 80 b. May 5, 1922 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 8, 2003 Arlington VA h/o Robert Jarosz d/o late Joseph & Concetta DiJohnson Graduate, Lebanon Catholic High School Avid baseball fan. Survivors: Daughter Anne, w/o Daniel Ciarochi, Arlington VA Brother Albert DiJohnson, Stroudsburg Brother Hank DiJohnson, Lebanon Brother Joseph DiJohnson, Palmyra Preceded in death by: Brother William P. DiJohnson Burial: location not listed. Jan 14, 2003 George S. Fidler, age 92 b. date not listed Tulpehocken Twp. Berks Co. PA d. Jan 13, 2003 Reading, Berks Co. PA h/o late Edna M. (nee Marburger) Fidler, who died Feb 19, 1995 s/o late Herbert & Amy (nee Keeney) Fidler retired 1975, knitter, Glo Ray Knitting Co., Robesonia member, Zion Lutheran Church, Womelsdorf Survivors: Son Robert E. Fidler, Cleona Daughter Barbara A. Fidler, Womelsdorf Daughter Violet Aulenbach, Womelsdorf Six grandchildren Eight great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Son George H. Fidler, who died in 1938. Burial: Zion Lutheran & Reformed Cemetery, Womelsdorf, Berks Co. PA Jan 14, 2003 Albert Louwerse, age 85 b. Mar 2, 1917 Hope Valley, Rhode Island d. Jan 12, 2003 Cornwall Manor, Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA h/o late Carmella M. (nee Thomas) Louwerse, who died Jan 24, 1994. S/o late Charels & Johanna (nee Struyk) Louwerse. Lifelong truck driver Retired terminal manager, Helms Ryder, Temple Member, St. John's United Methodist Church, Lebanon Survivors: Son Tony, h/o Mary Louwerse, Cornwall Son Dennis, h/o Jean Louwerse, Cornwall Son Thomas, h/o Nancy Louwerse, Coudersport Daughter Gillian, w/o Kenneth Arnick, Lebanon Sister Johanna Thompson, Jersey City NJ 11 grandchildren 10 great-grandchildren number of nieces and nephews. Burial: Quentin "Bismarck" Cemetery, Quentin, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 14, 2003 Nelson E. Shaw, Jr., age 83 b. Oct 10, 1919 Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co. PA d. Jan 12, 2003 Cedar Haven Nursing Home, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Elizabeth M. (nee Cullen) Shaw s/o late Nelson E. Shaw Sr. & Katherine (nee Ewing) Shaw retired machinist. Army veteran of WW2, he received American Defense Ribbon, APTO Ribbon w/one bronze star And Purple Heart medals. Survivors: Son Nelson E. Shaw III, Lebanon Son Thomas, h/o Carol Shaw, Lebanon Daughter Diane, w/o Terrance Woyton, Bethel Seven grandchildren A great-grandchild Several nieces and nephews. Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 15, 2003 Harold E. "Sonny" Nelson, age 64 b. Feb 11, 1938 Cornwall Area, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 14, 2003 Cleona, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Arlene M. (nee Sellers) Nelson, w/whom he celebrated 45 years, August 2002. S/o late Harold P. & Eleanor (nee Weidman) Nelson Graduate, 1956, Cornwall High School Field Representative, 28 years, PA Dept of Agriculture, retired 2000 Member, Fairland Brethren in Christ Church, Cleona Served as usher and former custodian. Member, Mt. Lebanon Lodge 26 F & AM Member, Harrisburg Consistory Member, Isaac Walton League Member, Annville-Cleona Lions Club. Recently received, Dan Walter Memorial Award from Lebanon Co. Sight Conservation Committee. Head cook, Aspen Hill Lodge Hunting Camp, Perry County PA Former member, Kenbrook Bible Camp Board Former, Cleona Little League coach Former, Cub Scout den leader Volunteer equipment manager, Annville-Cleona team in 2001. Survivors: Son Michael E. Nelson, Lebanon Daughter Lori, w/o P. Dwight Buckwalter, Birdsboro Brother Kenneth Nelson, Myerstown Brother Ricky Nelson, Myerstown Brother Dale Nelson, Cleona Brother Dennis Nelson, Lebanon Sister Janice, w/o Carl Wise, Mt. Gretna Sister Linda, w/o William Robert Trovinger, Rexmont Sister Priscilla Miller, Lebanon Sister Margery, w/o Stanley Deck, Lebanon Sister Kareen, w/o Nicholas Vracarich, Lebanon Sister Anna, w/o Dale Lutz, Lititz Sister Lisa Nelson, Cornwall Burial: Fairland Brethren in Christ Cemetery, Cleona, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 15, 2003 Judith A. (nee Wolfe) Clark, age 58 b. Oct 20, 1944 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 11, 2003 Tampa, Florida d/o late Luther & Marggie (nee Habecker) Wolfe retired, Cedar Haven Nursing Home, 18 years service employed as security guard for many years. Enjoyed babysitting, painting and gardening. Survivors: Daughter Jody, w/o Chris Fisher, Myerstown Daughter Vicki, w/o Elvin Felty Jr., Grantville Son Thomas, h/o Doreen Herman, Palm Harbor, Florida Sister Patricia, w/o Allen Brown, Lebanon Sister Luann, w/o John Chavez, Suffolk, VA Three grandchildren Nephews and a niece. Burial: Kochenderfer Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 15, 2003 Bella M. (nee Hutchinson) Ely, age 89 b. Oct 3, 1913 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 13, 2003 Lebanon PA w/o late Richard F. Ely d/o late Luther A. & Catherine R. (nee Spangler) Hutchison retired, Warren Shirt Co. member, St. John's United Methodist Church, Lebanon life member, Lebanon Senior Center Survivors: Sister Nellie Matthew, Lebanon Sister Ruth Corcoran, Ft. Lauderdale FL Sister Betty Jane, w/o Joseph Beicher, Roswell GA Sister June Rhine, Allentown Brother Luther A. Hutchinson, Pinehurst NC Nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Sisters Florence Yocum, Catherine Folmer, Mabel Hutchinson and Emma Tice Burial: Ebenezer "Covenant" Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 15, 2003 L. Regina (nee Stager) Koehler, age 81 b. Jan 5, 1922 South Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 14, 2003 Cedar Haven, South Lebanon Twp, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Luther H. Koehler, to whom she was married 62 years, Jan 18, 2002. D/o late Harry & Stella H. (nee Hollenbach) Stager Homemaker Worked as machine operator at the former Steffy Shoe Co., Lebanon Member, Avon Zion United Methodist Church Enjoyed gardening, sewing, crafts, traveling and boating with her husband. Survivors: Daughter Janice F. Koehler, Lebanon Son Roger J. Koehler, Holly Hill, FL Preceded in death by: Son Larry Lee Koehler She was the last of her immediate family. Burial: Kimmerlings Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 16, 2003 Blanche W. (nee Williams) Sheese, age 85 b. Jun 7, 1917 Drums, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Jan 14, 2003 Reston VA w/o late Dr. Frederick Sheese parents not listed. Graduate, 1933, Hazelton High School. Graduate, 1937, Moravian College Taught in private school for two years. In 1946, moved to Annville, where her husband practiced dentistry Lived in Annville until 1979. Former member, St. Mark Lutheran Church, where she served as Sunday school teacher And member of the alter guild and Lutheran women. Founding member, Lebanon Co. Women's Dental Auxiliary, which she served as president. Brownie leader Member, Girl Scout Council. Served on board of Annville Free Library, as secretary Volunteer librarian for 15 years. Long-time literacy volunteer, she tutored migrant workers, prisoners, and Vietnamese refugees Member, Forum Literacy Society of Annville Worked in the Lebanon Valley College bookstore. Survivors: Daughter Jodi, w/o Tony Murray, Vienna VA Daughter Barbara, w/o Robert Wilson, Burnt Hills NY Six grandchildren Nine great-grandchildren Buried: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 16, 2003 David G. Martin, age 56 b. Dec 9, 1946 Clay Twp., Lancaster Co. PA d. Jan 14, 2003 Lewistown, PA h/o Sara J. Gehman, to whom he was married 35 years on Jun 10, 2002. S/o Martha B. (nee Good) Martin and the late Edwin W. Martin. Dairy farmer for many years. Most recently worked as a nutrition consultant, Animal Nutrition Co., Roaring Springs Attended First Baptist Church, Bellefonte Member, Ag Forum Member, Holstein Club of Centre Co. Deep interest in genealogy and Mennonite history. Survivors: Daughter Lucille L. Martin, Potters Mills Daughter Joleen F. Martin, Potters Mills Sister Mary Ellen Burkholder, Spring Mills Brother Marlin G. Martin, Pelham GA Brother Samuel R. Martin, Bethel Preceded in death by: Brother Edwin G. Martin Jr. Burial: Zion Cemetery, Zion, PA Jan 16, 2003 Wayne D. Shepp, age 84 b. Jul 21, 1918 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 14, 2003 Lebanon PA h/o Erma I. (nee Gettle) Shepp, w/whom he would have celebrated 66 years, Jun 2003. S/o late Dewey & Eva (nee Fisher) Shepp. Retired from Lebanon Steel Foundry, 40 years Served as president, United Steel workers Union, Lebanon Worshipped, St. Benedict the Abbot Church Survivors: Daughter Carol A. Krause, Lebanon Daughter Bonita L., w/o Ronald E. Stamm, Palmyra Son Bernard D. Shepp, Jonestown Nine grandchildren 12 great-grandchildren a great-great grandchild nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Sister Christine Mayhoffer Burial: Ebenezer "Greenwood" Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co.PA Jan 16, 2003 Margaret B. (Brown) Hunberger, age 86 b. Sep 30, 1916 Derry Twp., Dauphin Co. PA d. Jan 14, 2003 South Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Paul W. Hunberger d/o late Frank E. & Barbara E. (nee Yingst) Brown retired from HB Reese, Hershey, 30 years. Member, First Evangelical Congregational Church, Palmyra Survivors: Daughter Gayle E., w/o Paul Heilman, Lebanon Daughter Joyce E., w/o Herbert Geib, Elizabethtown Daughter Jean, w/o Paul Gumbert, Elizabethtown Seven grandchildren Three great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Two brothers and a sister Buried: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 16, 2003 Allen W. "Red" Krebs, age 91 b. Oct 21, 1911 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Jan 15, 2003 Spang Crest Manor, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Myrle C. (nee Walter) Krebs, w/whom he celebrated 65 years, Jan 1, 2003. S/o late George W. & Alice (nee Wolf) Krebs Retired welder, former Lebanon Steel Foundary, 42 years Worked as a cook, CCC Corps. Member, St. Matthew's Evangelical Lutheran Church Enjoyed working in his yard. Survivors: Daughter Kathleen, w/o Andrew E. Fields, Lebanon Three grandchildren Three great-grandchildren Several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Sisters Birdie Krebs, Mabel Krebs, Dorothy Cowden and Violet Forry. Buried: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 16, 2003 Harold E. "Sonny" Nelson, age 64 b. Feb 11, 1938 Cornwall Area, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 14, 2003 Cleona, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Arlene M. (nee Sellers) Nelson, w/whom he celebrated 45 years, August 2002. S/o Harold P. & Eleanor (nee Weidman) Nelson Raised in Cornwall Area. Graduate, 1956, Cornwall High School Field representative for 28 years w/ PA Dept of Agriculture, retiring 2000. Member, Fairland Brethren in Christ Church, Cleona Served as head usher Former custodian Member, Mt. Lebanon Lodge 26 F & AM Member, Harrisburg Consistory Member, Isaac Walton League Member, Annville-Cleona Lions Club Recently received, Dan Walter Memorial Award for the Lebanon Co. Sight Conservation Committee. Head cook, Aspen Hill Lodge Hunting Camp, Perry Co. PA Former member, Kenbrook Bible Camp Board Former member, Cleona Little League coach Former Cub Scout den leader. Volunteer equipment manager, Annville-Cleona football team in 2001. Survivors: Son Michael E. Nelson, Lebanon Daughter Lori, w/o P. Dwight Buckwalter, Birdsboro Brother Kenneth Nelson, Myerstown Brother Ricky Nelson, Myerstown Brother Dale Nelson, Cleona Brother William Nelson, Lebanon Brother Dennis Nelson, Lebanon Sister Janice, w/o Carl Wise, Mt. Gretna Sister Linda, w/o William Robert Trovinger, Rexmont Sister Priscilla Miller, Lebanon Sister Margery, w/o Stanley Deck, Lebanon Sister Kareen, w/o Nicholas Vracarich, Lebanon Sister Anna, w/o Dale Lutz, Lititz Sister Lisa Nelson, Cornwall Three grandchildren Preceded in death by: Son Edward Joe Nelson Brother Frederick Nelson Sister Jennifer Nelson and Patricia Umberger Burial: Fairland Brethren in Christ Cemetery, Cleona Jan 16, 2003 Ronald E. Kulp, age 63 b. Nov 20, 1939 Gratz, PA d. Jan 14, 2003 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Lavena (nee Achenbach) Kulp s/o Blanche (nee Shroyer) Kulp and the late Paul T. Kulp Sr. Army veteran Truck driver for Aunt Nellies, Harrisburg Worked, Perk Dog Food Co., Camp Hill Member, Perservance Fire Co., Jonestown Member, Teamsters Local 776, Harrisburg Survivors: Son Ronnie A., h/o Elaine Kulp, Fredericksburg Daughter Debra L., w/o Ralph Taylor, Wiconisco Daughter Lisa M. Stumpf, Lebanon Daughter Kathy E., w/o Agustin Gomez, Clovis NM Sister Gloria Lucas, Wiconisco Sister Tini Shroyer, Harrisburg Sister Diane, Las Vegas NV Sister Jenny, Myerstown Eight grandchildren A great-grandchildren Jan 16, 2003 Charles A. Anderson Jr., age 30 b. Nov 28, 1972 Newport R.I. d. Jan 13, 2003 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Cynthia A. (nee Oberholtzer) Anderson s/o Charles A. & Judy A. (nee Teahl) Anderson laborer, Power Logistics, Hershey Survivors: Son Matthew S. Anderson, Elizabethtown Son Hunter A. Anderson, Elizabethtown Son Blake M. Anderson, Elizabethtown Son Dakota J. Anderson, Elizabethtown Sister Jennifer R. Heverling, Lebanon Brother Joseph E., h/o Jennifer Anderson, Lebanon Grandparents Nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins Burial: location is not listed. Jan 16, 2003 Anna M. (nee D'Agostino) Bligan, age 74 b. Feb 29, 1928 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Jan 15, 2003 Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA w/o Elwood Bligan, to whom she was married 59 years. D/o late Joseph & Lily Mae (nee Dick) D'Agostino Member, St. Paul's Methodist Church, Pine Grove Employed, waitress and short-order cook. Survivors: Daughter Barbara, w/o Donald "Ducky" Schneck, Pine Grove Sister Roma Schaeffer, Pine Grove Sister Betty Scholl, Milton Brother Albert D'Agostino, Lebanon Brother Leo D'Agostino, Myerstown Brother Frank D'Agostino, Pine Grove Four grandchildren Six great-grandchildren A stepgreat-grandchild Preceded in death by: Sisters Martha Fisher, Helen Frantz, Rose Brown, Florence D'Agostino Brothers Joseph, Irvin, Richard, Louis and John D'Agostino Burial: St. John's Lutheran Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA Jan 17, 2003 Grace Vivian (nee Shiflett) Hess, age 77 b. Apr 27, 1915 Charlottesville VA d. Jan 16, 2003 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA d/o late Lewis V. & Christine (nee Frazier) Shiflett. Retired, Hershey Foods Volunteer, Hershey Medical Center Member, Evangelical Free Church, Hershey, she was a greeter. Survivors: Daughter Brenda S. Livingston, Oklahoma City OK Son Dennis L. Hess, Hummelstown Son Larry M. Hess, Hershey Sister Shirley C. Leedy, Camp Hill Seven grandchildren Eight great-grandchildren Burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, N.Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 17, 2003 Warren Ray "Barney" Gettle, age 75 b. date not listed Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 2, 2003 Riddle Memorial Hospital, Delaware Co. PA h/o Alleyn R. (nee Greene) Gettle, to whom he was married 47 years. S/o late Allen & Carrie Gettle Resident of Glen Mills, Delaware Co. Formerly of Aston WW2 veteran, he served in Germany Graduate, Chester High Night School after the war. Supervisor, Sun Oil Co., retiring after 33 years. Member, Mt Hope United Methodist Church, Aston Member, Concord Lodge 625 Member, American Legion Post 546 Member, Scottish Rite Philadelphia Consistory Member, Sun Oil's Mercury Gun Club, Aston, where he was called "our weatherman" Past member, PA Fish Commission Also served, president, Delaware Co. Federation of Sportsmen for two terms. Survivors: Sister Betty Soliday, Lebanon Several other realtives. Preceded in death by: Sisters Miriam Galebach, Eva Kohr, Verna Esterlein, Rachel Swanger, Mary Witherow and Lee Gettle. Burial: Mt. Hope Cemetery, Aston PA Jan 17, 2003 Dorothy M. (nee Hostetter) Willis, age 93 b. Oct 15, 1909 location not listed. d. Jan 12, 2003 Charlotte NC w/o late DuBois M. Willis, who died 1982. D/o late Arthur Snyder & Gertrude (nee Light) Hostetter. Graduate, 1927, Hershey High School Graduate, Pierce Business School in Philadelphia 1930s, she and her husband had an interior decorating business, Palmyra They moved to North Carolina in the mid 1940s. Survivors: Daughter Trudy, w/o Everett Sudreth, Charlotte NC area Son Charles A. Willis, Charlotte NC area Son William T. Willis, Charlotte NC area Sister Martha H. Sholley, Lebanon Sister Janice H. Shaak, Lebanon Sister Pearl G. Hostetter, Lebanon Brother Edwin C. Hostetter, Palmyra Brother Arthur L. Hostetter, Cleona Five grandchildren 10 great-grandchildren burial location is not listed. Jan 17, 2003 James Koren, age 71 b. Oct 27, 1931 Hazelton, Schuylkill Co. PA d.Jan 16, 2003 ManorCare, N.Cornwall Twp., Lebanon Co. PA h/o Julie R. (nee Ducar) Koren s/o late Joseph & Anna (nee Moran) Koren Graduate, 1949, Hazleton High School Graduate, 1959, PennState Retired employee, J.C.Penney's Owner of the former, Jaren Sports Store, Lebanon Worked, recreation director, Vermont, Springford, WikesBarre and Lebanon for many years Enjoyed playing golf Member, St. Mary's Church Navy Veteran Korean War. Survivors: Daughter Marianne L., w/o Michael Dishong, Lancaster Daughter Patricia A., w/o Brian Gardner, Lebanon Son James J. Koren, York Sister Irene Koren, Hazleton Sister Nancy Tomasko, Hazleton Several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Sisters Theresa Cusate and Marie Stefanisko Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 17, 2003 Margaret A. (nee Redinger) Whye, age 83 b. Aug 21, 1919 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 13, 2003 Lebanon PA w/o late C. Ellwood Whye d/o late David & Pauline (nee Border) Redinger she & late husband owned/operated, Whye Not Drive-In in Colebrook member, Lebanon Senior Center Survivors: Daughter Ann M., w/o Harry Lippert, El Paso Step-daughter Edna Hurlcok, Middletown Step-son Jack Whye, Middletown Step-daughter Patricia Gutshall, Hershey Sister Edith Mills, Lebanon 10 grandchildren 18 great-grandchildren a niece Preceded in death by: Brothers Arthur "Bud" Redinger and David Redinger Burial: Middletown Cemetery, Middletown, Dauphin Co. PA Jan 17, 2003 John M. Brown, age 50 b. Dec 4, 1952 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 16, 2003 Washington Twp., Schuylkill Co. PA s/o Benjamin & Pearl (nee Rhody) Brown Graduate, 1970, Pine Grove High School Employed, custodian Past president, ASFME, Pine Grove Area School District Survivors: Son Christopher Brown, Pine Grove Area Daughter Terry Robertson, Pine Grove Area Daughter Jaclyn Brown, Pine Grove Area Daughter Angel Brown, Pine Grove Area Daughter Traci Brown, Pine Grove Area Brother Randy Brown, Ravine Brother David Brown, Ravine Brother Barry Brown, Frackville Brother Michael W. Brown, Pine Grove Brother Marty Brown, Pine Grove Three grandchildren Nieces and nephews. Burial: Hetzel's Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA Jan 17, 2003 Wilbur J. "Bill" Ramey, age 84 b. Mar 13, 1918 Oklahoma d. Jan 13, 2003 Reading, Berks Co. PA h/o late Betty (nee Heinbach) Ramey, who died Aug 15, 1987 s/o late John & Hassie (nee Martin) Ramey Graduate, University of Chicago Employed, Amheuser Busch, where he was last the President of Horlacher Brewery, Allentown Veteran WW2 Survivors: Brother Carl Ramey, California Daughter Melissa, Roxanne NC Granddaughter Burial: Manbeck's Cemetery, Schuylkill Haven, Schuylkill Co. PA Jan 17, 2003 Anna E. (nee Artz) Rank, age 92 b. Feb 17, 1919 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 16, 2003 Lebanon PA w/o late Thomas A. Rank, who died Jan 13, 1983. D/o late John A. & Helen N. (nee Light) Artz Office manager, former Dolly Madison Ice Cream Co., Lebanon & Harrisburg Active member, Covenant United Methodist Church, Lebanon Served on the church board of trustees Served as treasurer of the Cemetery Fund Served as administrative board Served on Auditing committee chairwoman. Member, Women's Sewing Group Member, Women's Bible Study Member, United Methodist Women Member, Chancel Gruild Finance committee secretary Member, Pilot Bible Class. Survivors: Cousin Allen M., h/o Ann Artz, Myerstown Cousin John N., h/o Irene Artz, Florida Cousin Phyllis J. Showers, Myerstown Cousin Edith, w/o Milton Lindt, Nevada Cousin Avis Kercher, Hershey She was the last of her immediate family. Burial: Kochenderfer's "Zion" Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 17, 2003 Orrin Keller, age 45 b. Feb 26, 1957 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 10, 2003 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA s/o late Doris Keller Graduate, Cedar Crest High School Enjoyed baseball and reading. Member, Menses Society Member, Friendship Fire Co. Survivors: Cousin Gary Breidenstine, Grantville Cousin Sandra Schnoke, Myerstown Friend Dang Beamesderfer, Lebanon Burial: Midway Brethren Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 18, 2003 Lillian R. (nee Lehman) Kurtz, age 73 b. date not provided Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 16, 2003 New Providence PA w/o Luke B. Kurtz d/o late Milo & Annie (nee Seibel) Lehman homemaker member, Bethel Mennonite Church, Quarryville survivors: Son Kenneth L. Kurtz, h/o Carmen, Denver PA Son Harlen L. Kurtz, h/o Shirley, Mifflinburg Son Luke Ray Kurtz, h/o Jamila, New Providence Son David L. Kurtz, h/o Dorothy, Summersville MO Daughter Arlene L. Zimmerman, w/o Rodney, Denver PA Daughter Barbara Ann Zelinski, w/o Andrew, East Earl Daughter Nancy L. Schrock, w/o Ronald, Seymour MO Daughter Elaine L. Weirich, w/o David , Summersville MO Daughter Grace R. VanPelt, w/o Thomas, Columbiana OH Sister Edna Lentz, Lebanon Sister Anna Mary Ressler, Lititz Sister Eleanor Horst, w/o Paul, Richland Sister Esther Weiler, w/o Ivan, Myerstown Sister Emma Huber, w/o Phares, Manheim 29 grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brother Arthur Lehman Two sisters Irene and Margaret Lehman Burial: Bethel Mennonite Church Cemetery, Quarrysville, Berks Co. PA Jan 18, 2003 Lena E. (nee Ebling) Reed, age 74 b. date not listed Bethel, Berks Co. PA d. Jan 17, 2003 Mt. Hope Dunkard Brethren Home, Manheim, Lancaster Co. PA w/o late Lloyd B. Reed d/o late David F. & Laura M. (nee Gibble) Ebling worked, distributor Nature's Sunshine Herb Products member, Mt. Zion Dunkard Brothern Church, Lebanon Survivors: Son Frank L. Reed, Manheim Son Jason L. Reed, Marion Twp. Son David L. Reed, Bethel Nine grandchildren Two great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Granddaughter Buried: Frystown Cemetery, Frystown, Berks Co. PA Jan 18, 2003 Vernice N. (nee Kaylor) Fahnestock, age 85 b. Dec 26, 1917 Mt Joy, Lancaster Co. PA d. Jan 16, 2003 Lebanon Vlly Brethren Home, Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Harold H. Fahnestock parents listed. Member, Big Swatara Church of the Brethren She and her husband were house parents at the Milton Hershey School for several years. Homemaker Leader for Brownie and Girl Scout Troops Leader, Dauphin Co. 4-H Horse and Pony Club Survivors: Daughter Pauline Shelley, Middletown Daughter Linda Hubbard, Annville Daughter Loretta Blaydon, Harrisburg Daughter Louise DiMartile, Harrisburg Son Melvin Fahnestock, Athens PA Son Clyde Fahnestock, Salisbury NC Son Charles Fahnestock, Harrisburg Brother Ralph Kaylor, Lebanon Brother Harold Kaylor, Annville Brother Martlin Kaylor, Williamsport Brother Aaron Kaylor, Grantville Sister Mary Bell, Lebanon Sister Betty Myers, Manheim Sister Ann Simpson, Washington 20 grandchildren 18 great-grandchildren burial: Hershey Cemetery, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA Jan 18, 2003 Dennis N. "Denny" Miller, age 57 b. Jan 5, 1946 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 16, 2003 VA Medical Ctr, S. Lebanon Twp., Lebanon co. PA s/o Lois G. (nee Brubaker) Miller and the late Lester A. Miller truck driver Vietnam veteran Member, Lebanon Church of the Brethren Survivors: Daughter Shannon M. Miller, Palmyra Son Shane Miller, Harrisburg Granddaughter Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 18, 2003 Mary S. (nee Roddie) Jennings, age 93 b. Oct 26, 1909 Seattle, Washington d. Jan 16, 2003 Cornwall Manor, Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Ford R. Jennings d/o late Frank S. & Mary T. (nee Gilmore) Roddie member, Trinity Episcopal church, Solebury PA former owner of three antique shops in New Hope PA and Lakaska PA volunteer w/ US Navy during WW2 Survivors: Daughter E. Roddie Stigman, Glen Cove NY Three grandchildren Preceded in death by: Daughter Mary Anne Hadjipantazi Burial: location is not mentioned. Jan 18, 2003 Beatrice H. (nee Belleman) Simmon, age 84 b. Dec 22, 1918 Richland, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 17, 2003 Spang Crest Manor, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late I. Herbert Simmon. D/o late George & Elsie Belleman Retired, Richland Cutting Center, 28 years Baptized, Grace United Church of Christ, Richland Member, Neptune Fir Co. Ladies Auxiliary Survivors: Son Larry L. Simmon, Richland Brother George Belleman, Richland Brothers Richard Belleman, Richland Sister Kathryn Geist, Lebanon Four great grandchildren Five great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Sons Bruce Simmon and Clark Simmon Burial: Richland Cemetery, Richland, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 18, 2003 Fern L. (nee Leahy) Rulavage, age 66 b. Oct 1 1936 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 17, 2003 Lebanon PA w/o Joseph E. Rulavage d/o Mary Rose (nee Kramer) Leahy and the later Richard Leahy. Member, Church of St. Cecilia, Lebanon Retired, Sears in Lebanon, 23 years Graduate, 1954, Lebanon High School Survivrors: Daughter Kathy Durr, Lebanon Daughter Karen Jorfi, w/o John, Lebanon Son Joseph C. Rulavage, Lebanon Nephew Richard Leahy, Texas Niece Dawn Leahy, Maine Five grandchildren Three great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brother Clifford Leahy Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 18, 2003 Ruth Anna Muldoon, age 82 b. Aug 23, 1920 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 16, 2003 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA d/o late Charles & Elizabeth (nee Kreiser) Muldoon. Retired, Kiss department, Hershey Foods Corp. Member, Palmyra American Legion Auxilary Survivors: Brother Wayne Muldoon Six nephews A niece Preceded in death by: Sister Margaret Muldoon Brother Herbert Muldoon Burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 18, 2003 James Koren, age 71 b. Oct 27, 1931 Hazelton, Schuylkill Co. PA d.Jan 16, 2003 ManorCare, N.Cornwall Twp., Lebanon Co. PA h/o Julie R. (nee Ducar) Koren s/o late Joseph & Anna (nee Moran) Koren Graduate, 1949, Hazleton High School Graduate, 1959, PennState Retired employee, J.C.Penney's Owner of the former, Jaren Sports Store, Lebanon Worked, recreation director, Vermont, Springford, WikesBarre and Lebanon for many years Enjoyed playing golf Member, St. Mary's Church Navy Veteran Korean War. Survivors: Daughter Marianne L., w/o Michael Dishong, Lancaster Daughter Patricia A., w/o Brian Gardner, Lebanon Son James J. Koren, York Sister Irene Koren, Hazleton Sister Nancy Tomasko, Hazleton Several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Sisters Theresa Cusate and Marie Stefanisko Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 19, 2003 James C. Walker, age 85 b. May 2, 1917 Smithville TN d. Jan 17, 2003 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o late Mary E. (nee Klopp) Walker s/o late Robert Lee & Debra Jane (nee France) Walker former owner, Walkers Watchman & Jewelry Store, Richland member, Grace United Church of Christ, Richland while living in Florida, 25 years, belonged, First Congregational Church, Lake Worth FL Army veteran of WW2 Longtime member, Richland American Legion Had a Jewelers Bench in Smithsonian Institution, Washington DC Survivors: Son Robert L. Walker, Myerstown Son James D. Walker, West Palm Beach FL Sister Dorothy Gillette, McMinnville TN Sister C. May Hillis, Knoxville TN Four grandchildren Burial: Richland Cemetery, Richland, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 20, 2003 William G. Wells, age 78 b. Aug 3, 1924 Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co. PA d. Jan 17, 2003 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Myrna (nee Moon) Wells, to whom he was married 45 years. Parents not listed. Army Air Corp. veteran WW2 Prior to retirement, employed, terminal manager, Fruehauf Corp. 35 years. Survivors: Daughter Wendie, w/o Patrick Grogan, Frisco TX Son William H., h/o Lisa Wells, Elizabethtown Three grandchildren Burial: "He has donated his body to Humanity Gifts Registry, Philadelphia PA" Jan 20, 2003 Grace Vivian (nee Shiflett) Hess, age 77 b. Apr 27, 1915 Charlottesville VA d. Jan 16, 2003 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA d/o late Lewis V. & Christine (nee Frazier) Shiflett. Retired, Hershey Foods Volunteer, Hershey Medical Center Member, Evangelical Free Church, Hershey, she was a greeter. Survivors: Daughter Brenda S. Livingston, Oklahoma City OK Son Dennis L. Hess, Hummelstown Son Larry M. Hess, Hershey Sister Shirley C. Leedy, Camp Hill Seven grandchildren Eight great-grandchildren Burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, N.Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 20, 2003 John T. Hickernell, age 91 b. Oct 13, 1911 Schaefferstown, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 19, 2003 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA s/o late Fred & Sallie (nee Bender) Hickernell retired clerk, former Umberger's Store, Schaefferstown Army veteran WW2 Member, St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Schaefferstown Member, Heidelberg Twp. Lions Club Member, Guadalcanal Society Life member, Historic Schaefferstown Inc. Member, Amvets Member, Patriotic Order of Sons of America Camp 1 Member, Lebanon VFW Survivors: Nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Sisters Sara Felker, Martha Hickernell, and Hattie Ruth Brothers Frank, William, Harold and George Hickernell Burial: Schaefferstown Cemetery, Schaefferstown, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 21, 2003 John J. Williams, age 88 b. date not listed Russia d. Jan 18, 2003 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA h/o late Ruth A. (nee Smith) Williams, who died in July 2002. S/o late Johann & Christine (nee Penz) Williams Worked 40 years, Bethlehem Steel, retired 1978, accountant Personal secretary for the company's raw materials manager. Survivors: Son John C. Williams, Doylestown Daughter Bonnie R., w/o James C. Harris, Camp Hill Sister Anna Reidenbach, Lancaster Four grandchildren Seven great-grandchildren Burial: East Petersburg Mennonite Cemetery, Lancaster Co. PA Jan 21, 2003 Elvin P. Kleinfelter, age 60 b. Jul 6, 1942 South Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 18, 2003 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Elsbeth "Liz" (nee Schmieg) Kleinfelter s/o Orpha A. (nee Herr) Kleinfelter and the late Paul D. Kleinfelter Graduate, 1960, Palmyra High School Army Veteran of Vietnam War Worked, custodian, Annville-Cleona School District Member, Campbetlltown American Legion Member, Palmyra Sportsmans Club Former member, Palmyra VFW. Survivors: Brother Mike Kleinfelter, Palmyra Aunts and an uncles Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 21, 2003 Elvin S. Leffler, age 87 b. Jun 22, 1915 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Jan 20, 2003 Tremont, Schulykill Co. PA h/o Lillie (nee Mease) Leffler, to whom he was married 60 years. S/o late George & Julia (nee Lehman) Leffler Member, Suedburg Church of God Employed as a miner and in construction Survivors: Son David Leffler, Pine Grove Son Ernest Leffler, Pine Grove Sister Ellen Lengle, Schuylkill Haven Nine grandchildren Eight great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Daughter Margaret Ellen Leffler Son Elvin James Leffler Brothers George Leffler Jr., Harvey Leffler and Raymond Leffler Burial: St. Matthew's Lutheran Cemetery, Ravine, Schuylkill Co. PA Jan 21, 2003 Alvin R. Lebo, age 81 b. Aug 21, 1921 Lykens, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Jan 19, 2003 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o late Helen E. (nee Brandt) Lebo, who died Nov 21, 1999 s/o late Allen & Grace (nee Klauser) Lebo retired civil servant Army veteran of WW2 Member, Bethany United Methodist Church, Lebanon Member, Mt. Olivet Lodge 704 F & AM Survivors: Son Robert L. Lebo, New Cumberland Son David A. Lebo, Huntington Beach CA Son James B. Lebo, Kaysville UT Son Larry D. Lebo, Layton UT Son Tomas C. Lebo, Plain City UT Daughter Linda Lebo-Edris, Mt. Gretna Daughter Susan Rutherford, Lititz Daughter Cathy Person, West Point UT Sister Sara Arnold, Myerstown 10 grandchildren five great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: A sister and two brothers. Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 21, 2003 Willis E. Neff, age 63 b. Mar 1, 1939 East Wheatfield Twp., Indiana Co. PA d. Jan 20, 2003 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA s/o late Elijah & Viola (nee McFeaters) Neff self-employed truck driver member, U.S.Army Reservers worked, former, Keath Chrysler in North Cornwall Twp., 20 years drove truck for J.P. Donmoyer, Ono for 10 years. Survivors: Brother Wayne Neff, Harrisburg Preceded in death by: Brother Warren Neff Sister Treva Ulrich Burial: Armagh Cemetery, Armgah, PA Jan 21, 2003 Beatrice S. (nee Shalley) Benninghoff, age 95 b. May 29,1907 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 19, 2003 Lebanon PA w/o Harold Benninghoff Sr. d/o late Orlando & Cora E. (nee Kohl) Shalley retired secretary, employed by former, Lebanon Steel Foundry member, Moravian Church, Lebnaon former president, Women's Club, Lebanon survivors: Step-son Harold Benninghoff Jr., Lebanon A nephew. Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, N.Lebanon twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 21, 2003 Gary F. Isgriggs, age 55 b. Mar 12, 1947 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 20, 2003 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Pamela Jean (nee Fiorentino) Isgriggs s/o late James E. & Catherine (nee Shirk) Isgriggs Graduate, 1965, Lebanon Catholic High School Postal clerk for the U.S.Postal Service, Lebanon, 34 years Army vetern of Vietnam War Member, St. Cecilia Church, Lebanon Member, Lebanon VFW Member, Friendship Fire Co. Survivors: Daughter Michelle R. Isgriggs, Lebanon Daughter Heather M., w/o Anthony J. Frattaroli,Lebanon Step-daughter Michelle M. Shutter, Lebanon Step-son Gregory A. Shutter, Lebanon Brother David J. Isgriggs, Lebanon Four grandchildren Several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Brother James Isgriggs Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 21, 2003 Louise E. (nee Price) Mullin, age 83 b. Nov 15, 1919 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 18, 2003 Bentonville Arkansas w/o Cordia E. Mullin d/o late Morris J. & Ada Luella (nee Riegel) Price Survivors: Daughter Michelle, w/o Jerry Rogers, Siloan Springs AR Brother Richard Price, Lebanon Sister Doris Ianecelli, Lebanon Two grandchildren Three great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Daughter Janine L. Mullin Burial: location is not listed. Jan 21, 2003 Dorothy Hart Heisman, age 81 b. Apr 17,1921 Philadelphia PA d. Jan 13, 2003 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA d/o late Robert J. & Sadie Laura (nee Feairheller) Heisman lived in Cornwall Manor, Cornwall PA retired music supervisor and teacher, Philadelphia School District member, Central United Methodist Church, Philadelphia Survivors: Sister Eleanore Burns, Cornwall Two nephews and their families Preceded in death by: Brother Robert Heisman Burial: Forest Hills Cemetery, Huntingdon Valley PA Jan 21, 2003 Alva R. (Troutman) Rothermel, age 94 b. date not listed Tulpehocken Twp., Berks Co. PA d. Jan 19, 2003 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late John P. Rothermel, who died Oct 30, 1979. D/o late Elias & Marry (nee Derr) Troutman Member, St. John's Host church, Tulpehocken Twp., Member, Ladies Aide Society at Zion's and St. John's (Reeds) Lutheran Church, Stouchsburg Member, Wernersville Senior Center Worked, Luden's in Reading for 26 years, retired 1972. Survivors: Daughter Mary E., w/o Louis Troutman, Wyomissing Daughter Jean I., w/o Walter Cassel, Myerstown Sister Eva Feeg, Myerstown Two grandchildren Three great-grandchildren Burial: Host Church Cemetery, Tulpehocken Twp, Berks Co. PA Jan 21, 2003 Kenneth R. Heagy, age 36 b. Oct 15, 1966 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 18, 2003 Lebanon PA s/o Peggy A. (nee Potteiger) Heagy, w/o Richard Leisey s/o late William R. Heagy Sr. member, Covenant United Methodist Church, Lebanon survivors: Brother William R. Jr., h/o Jodie Heagy, Lebanon Brother Donald E., h/o Deb Heagy, Lebanon Sister Barbara A., w/o David Smith, Lebanon Aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 22, 2003 Thelma J. (nee Lengle) Miller, age 74 b. Dec 30, 1928 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 19, 2003 Holmes Regional Medical Center, Melbourne, FL w/o Marvin A. Miller d/o late Leroy L. & Dorothy K. (nee Moore) Lengle member, Lebanon VFW member, Women of the Moose, Satellite Beach FL member, Newcomers Club, Melbourne Survivors: Step-son Edward Shock, New York Brother Edgar Lengle, Indiana A step-granddaughter Two step-great-grandchildren Burial: Salem United Church of Christ Cemetery, Campbelltown, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 22, 2003 Lila M. (nee Moyer) Spangler, age 92 b. Feb 17, 1910 Robesonia, Berks Co. PA d. Jan 21, 2003 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late William J. Spangelr, who died in 1972 d/o late David E. & Rebecca M. (nee Miller) Moyer homemaker member, Richland Church of the Brethren survivors: Son David W. Spangler, Lebanon Several nieces and nephews. Burial: Richland Cemetery, Richland, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 22, 2003 Dorothy Hart Heisman, age 81 b. Apr 17,1921 Philadelphia PA d. Jan 13, 2003 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA d/o late Robert J. & Sadie Laura (nee Feairheller) Heisman lived in Cornwall Manor, Cornwall PA retired music supervisor and teacher, Philadelphia School District member, Central United Methodist Church, Philadelphia Survivors: Sister Eleanore Burns, Cornwall Two nephews and their families Preceded in death by: Brother Robert Heisman Burial: Forest Hills Cemetery, Huntingdon Valley PA Jan 22, 2003 Richard T. Williams, age 59 b. Nov 19, 1943 Windber PA d. Jan 15, 2003 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA s/o late Edward Thomas & Myra (nee Piersoll) Williams retired Marine Corp. veteran of the Vietnam War. Survivors: Nephew Robert E. Weikert, Lancaster Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA. Jan 23, 2003 Fern J. (nee Morris) Roland, age 69 b. Apr 11, 1933 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 21, 2003 Susquehanna Twp., Dauphin Co. PA d/o Ethel (nee Baker) Morris and the later Harvey J. Morris. Employed, Hershey Foods Corp. Member, Chocolate Workers Union 464, Hershey Survivors: Son Darryl L., Roland, Wilmington DE Brother Steven E. Morris, Palmyra Sister Janet L. Brubaker, St. Albans WV Sister Gloria R. Meyer, Palmdale CA Burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 23, 2003 Geraldine F. (nee Kurtz) Schware, age 71 b. Apr 25, 1931 Heidelberg Twp., Berks Co. PA d. Jan 22, 2003 Reading, Berks Co. PA w/o late James J. Schware, who died Jun 7, 2000 d/o late Alvin I. & Mary E. (nee Greiser) Kurtz worked, Sterling Drug Co., Myerstown, 22 years, retired 1986 survivors: daughter Bonita, w/o Douglas Staudt, Wernersville daughter Donna, w/o Lawrence Fisher, Wyomissing Hills Son James L. Schware, Myerstown Brother Earl Leibig, Wernersville Brother Ronald Kurtz, Richland Sister Ethel, w/o G. Donald Erby, Lebanon Sister Evelyn Sites, Richland Sister Eileen, w/o Jacob Derr, Myerstown Six grandchildren Six great-grandchildren Several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Brothers Richard Kurtz in 1998 and Donald Kurtz 2000. Burial: location is not listed. Jan 23, 2003 Susan S. (nee Arndt) Bucher, age 87 b. date not listed Florin, Mt. Joy, Lancaster Co. PA d. Jan 21, 2003 Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA w/o late Harry F. Bucher, who died in Oct 1995 d/o late Eli P. & Elinora M. (nee Shenk) Arndt last employed, civilian worker, former Olmsted Air Force Base, Middletown last employed, New Cumberland Army Depot and Ft. Indiantown Gap Before the Gap, former Kreider and Savoy shoe companies, Elizabethtown She/her late husband operated Buchers Mobile Home park, Mt. Joy. Attended former, Maytown High School Baptized as a protestant. Avid outdoors sportswoman, she began hunting in the early 1940s Enjoyed camping and hunting for deer, bear and upland game. Enjoyed traveling. Survivors: Daughter Betty E. Henny, Mt. Joy Daughter June L, w/o Albert W. Whalen, Mt. Joy Son Charles E. "Pork", h/o Barbara (nee Warfel) Heinaman, Mayton 15 grandchildren 38 great-grandchildren nine great-great grandchildren Preceded in death by: Son Isaac Heinaman Brothers Jacob, Eli and William Arndt Sister Florence Hess Burial: location not provided. Jan 24, 2003 Harold S. Evans, age 80 b. Sep 22, 1922 Union Deposit Hotel, E.Hanover Twp., Dauphin Co. PA d. Jan 23, 2003 Masonic Homes, Elizabethtown, Lancaster Co. PA s/o Eugene & Alice (nee Silks) Evans. Union Deposit Hotel, East Hanover Twp., Dauphin Co, was owned by his parents. Grew up in Hershey and Hummelstown Graduate, Hershey Vocational School Print shop in 1941. Member, Class Reunion Committee ever since. Army Air Corp. veteran WW2, w/ 442 Night Fighter Squadron, assigned to air Control Group Saw duty in Africa, Sicily, Italy, India, Burma and China. Part of the first truck convoy across the re-opened Burma Rd and was in China When the war ended. Discharged, Indiantown Gap Military Base. After discharge, returned to Printer at Evangelical Press, Harrisburg, 22 years. Became district manager, American Automobile Association, Harrisburg, 25 years, retired 1980 Tour guide manager, Central PA Conducted hundreds of tourist trips and cruises throughout the world. Worshipped, Protestant faith. 50-year member, Brownstone Masonic Lodge, Hershey member, American Legion, Lebanon member, VFW, Lebanon member, VFW, Hummelstown member, American Legion, Hummelstown charter member, Central PA Chapter, International Skal Club Survivors: Brother Richard, h/o Louise Evans, Annville Brother Donald, h/o Betty Evans, Hummelstown Close Friend Kaj Skov, Lebanon Several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Sister Helen Gourley Brother Robert Evans Burial: Mt. Hope Cemetery, Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 24, 2003 Martha (nee Zimmerman) Burkholder, age 60 b. Oct 22, 1933 Terre Hall, PA d. Jan 23, 2003 Denver, Lancaster Co. PA w/o Jacob S. Burkholder d/o late Mahlon & Anna (nee Horning) Zimmerman former owner/operator Burkholder's Fabric Store, Denver member, Schaefferstown Mennonite Church Survivors: Son Jacob R., h/o Diane (nee Martin) Burkholder, Myerstown Son Larry J., h/o Naomi (nee Shirk) Burkholder, Myerstown Son Donald E., h/o Sheila (nee Yeager) Burkholder, Newport Son Dale A., h/o Kendra (nee Fleagle) Burkholder, Denver PA Daughter Debra K. Burkholder, Denver PA Daughter Esther Sensenig, w/o Willie Myrick, Pensacola FL Brother Amos, h/o Frances Zimmerman, Tipton MO Brother Mahlon, h/o Sarah Ann (nee Shirk) Zimmerman, Memphis MO Sister Esther Burkholder, Danville Sister Kathy, w/o Lowell Grove, Hanover 22 grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brother Paul Zimmerman Four grandsons Burial: Schaefferstown Mennonite Church, Schaefferstown, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 24, 2003 Edna M. (nee Bollinger) Balsbaugh, age 79 b. Jan 23, 1923 Jackson Twp., Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 22, 2003 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o John H. Balsbaugh d/o late Miles & Lizzie (nee Smith) Bollinger member, Heidelberg Church of the Brethren, Reistville Survivors: Son John H. Balsbaugh Jr., Lebanon Son James R. Balsbaugh, Myerstown Son Jesse L. Balsbaugh, Newmanstown Son Philip P. Balsbaugh, Schaefferstown Daughter Linda M., w/o Melvin S. Fisher, Lebanon Sister Kathryn Brown, Lebanon Three grandchildren Two great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brother Henry Bollinger Burial: Heidelberg Church of the Brethren, Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 24, 2003 Harry W. Crawford, age 69 b. Oct 7, 1933 Pontiac, Wayne Co. Michigan d. Jan 23, 2003 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Helen I. (nee Hoke) Crawford, w/whom he celebrated 44 years, Sept 2002. S/o late Perry W. & Lois (nee Jacobs) Crawford Served in U.S. Army, retired as Major in 1977, 24 years of service. Graduate, 1959, University of Pittsburgh Member, St. Stephen's United Church of Christ, Lebanon Survivors: Daughter Margaret E., w/o Thomas C. Minerick, Lebanon Son Wayne C., h/o Kristen Crawford, Carlise Daughter Carolyn L., w/o Bradley Spotts, Lebanon Son Douglas W., h/o Sarah Crawford, Hummelstown Sister Susan Zecchini, Elizabeth Seven grandchildren Nieces and nephews. Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 24, 2003 Linda L. (nee Bennetch) Koons, age 60 b. Jan 1, 1943 Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA d. Jan 23, 2003 Newmanstown, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Jere A. Koons d/o Louisa (nee Yost) Bennetch and the late Louis Bennetch member, St. Luke Lutheran Church, Schaefferstown Survivors: Son Andrew A. Koons, Lebanon Daughter Rebecca Yordy, Lebanon Sister Suzanne B., w/o Eugene Newell, Connecticut Burial: Millbach Cemetery, Newmanstown, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 25, 2003 Pauline (nee Seltzer) Nye, age 81 b. May 16, 1921 Union Deposit, Dauphin Co. PA d. Jan 23, 2003 Lower Paxton Twp., Dauphin Co. PA w/o late Walter W. Nye Her parents are not listed. Retired from KitKat Dept of H.B. Reese Candy Co., Hershey Homemaker Survivors: Daughter Shirley A. Epler, w/o Richard L., Hummelstonw Daughter Kathryn J. Bodnar, w/o John of Tampa FL Son Russell A. Nye, Palmyra Three grandchildren Burial: Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, Lower Paxton Twp., Dauphin Co. PA Jan 25, 2003 William S. Leaman, age 68 b. Oct 13, 1934 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 23, 2003 Lebanon VA Medical Center, Lebanon PA h/o Nancy C. (nee Andrews) Leaman s/o late William A. & Helen G. (nee Raiger) Leaman retired, City of Lebanon Waste Water Treatment Plant member, Air Force during Korean War. Member, Maennerchor Club Member, Central Democratic Club Life member, Liberty Fire Co. Survivors: Seven children not listed by name. Four step-children not listed by name Brother Claude Leaman, Jonestown Sister Helen Leaman, Lebanon Sister Ethel Via, Lebanon Sister Elaine Brensinger, Harpers Preceded in death by: A brother and a sister (names not provided) Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 25, 2003 John I. Schirato, age 62 b. Aug 19, 1940 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 23, 2003 Hummelstown, Dauphin Co. PA s/o late John Schirato and Dorothy (nee Gallagher) Schirato Roche retired construction foreman. Former owner of Red Maple Inn and the Mariner, Lebanon Member, R Field & Stream Sportman's Club Survivors: Daughter Jane Hlavaty, w/o Gabriel, Lebanon Daughter Vicki Killian, w/o Michael, Quentin Daughter Cynthia Schmidt, w/o Mark, Elizabethtown Daughter Janelle Schirato, Lebanon Daughter Alecia Schirato, Malvern Brother James Schirato, Springfield MO Brother Richard Schirato, California Brother David Schirato, Euless TX Sister Joan Shelley, w/o Joan (?), Carrollton, TX Sister Lois Graupp, w/o Michael, Lebanon Sister Kathy Roche, Dallas TX Sister Judy Schirato, Dallas TX Eight grandchildren One great-grandchild Burial: location is not listed. Jan 25, 2003 Heath F. Diffenderfer, age 16 b. date not listed Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 19, 2003 Pylesville MD s/o Randy & Charlene (nee Roach) Kurtz s/o Franklin H. Diffenderfer nine-month battle with Leukemia Had attended Blue Ball Elementery School. Had attended Locust Grove Mennonite School Had attended Garden Spot Middle School Currently a sophmore, James Run Christian Academy, Fallston MD He had attended, Cedar Grove Presbyterian Church, East Earl Survivors: Sister Miranda Kurtz, Pylesville MD Sister Sabrina Kurtz, Pylesville MD Brother Troy Diffenderfer, Lancaster Maternal Grandparents Charles & Marie (nee Shank) Roach, Lancaster Paternal Grandparents Frank Diffenderfer, Manheim Martha Hostetter Moran, Fredericksburg Great-grandparents. Burial: Cedar Grove Presbyterian Church Cemetery, East Earl Twp., Lancaster Co. PA Jan 25, 2003 Howard C. Rump, age 84 b. Aug 4, 1918 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 24, 2003 Lebanon VA Medical Center, Lebanon PA h/o Dorothy A. (nee Wolf) Rump, 63 years. S/o late Freeman C. & Adda V. (nee Ritter) Rump. Graduate, 1936, Lebanon High School Part owner of Rump-Miller Plumbing & Heating, Robesonia, 29 years. Retired 1985, from Gilbert Associates, Reading Served U.S.Navy during WW2 Member, Myerstown Baptist Church Life member, Lebanon VFW Survivors: Daughter Darlene Staudt, w/o Philip, Mohrsville Daughter Melanie Staudt, w/o William, Wernersville Son Terry Rump, h/o Jane, Wyomissing Sister Ernestine Trexler, w/o Richard, Myerstown Six grandchildren Two great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Daughter Nedra Putt Burial: location is not listed. Jan 25, 2003 Velma Marie (nee Long) Perini, age 81 b. Nov 15, 1921 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 24, 2003 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o late Alfred Perini d/o late Rufus & Minnie (nee Brandt) Long. Retired, Colebrook Terry Inc, Member, Palmyra Assembly of God Member, National Right to Life, Member, Pro Life Federation Member, Christian Coaliation and Religious Rights Watch Life member, Lebanon Senior Center Member, Humane Society of the US & In Defense of Animals Survivors: Son Maxwell Shay, h/o Eleanor, Hershey Brother Russell Long, Lebanon Brother Vincent Long, Lebanon Five grandchildren A great-grandchild A great-great grandchild Preceded in death by: Brothers Arthur Long, Earl Long, Victor Long, David Long, Franklin Long and Carl Long Sisters Edith Faber and Geneva Haulman Burial: Ebenezer "Greenwood" Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 26, 2003 Cora Edna (nee Keeney) Flinchbaugh, age 90 b. Dec 29, 1912 Rehrersburg, Berks Co. PA d. Jan 24, 2003 Cedar Haven, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Paul Hertzler Flinchbaugh d/o late Henry & Clara (nee Light) Keeney homemaker member, Lebanon Church of the Brethren, where she was honored by the Women's Fellowship as mother of the Year, 1990. Survivors: Daughter Betty Lou Bensing, w/o Robert M. Sr., Lebanon Daughter Mary Ann Lydic, w/o Eugene, Cherry Tree Son Paul Richard, h/o Sylvia Flinchbaugh, Lebanon Sister Mary Keefer Simmers, Palmyra Sister Sara Schoener, w/o Morris, Myerstown Brother Henry Keeney, Myerstown Brother John Keeney, Hamburg Six grandchildren Four great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Sisters Annie Brandt, Elisabeth Patrick, Esther Forry and Clara Smith Brothers Allen Keeney and Walter Keeney Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 26, 2003 Ernest W. Drum, age 76 b. Jan 7, 1927 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 21, 2003 Lebanon PA s/o late Earnest H. & Emma E. (nee Watson) Drum. Retired cutter, worked Warren Shirt Co. Retired from Susan Garment Member, St. Luke's Episcopal Church, Lebanon Survivors: Daughter Beverly Barlet, Annville Brother Ronald E., h/o Donna Drum, Lebanon Two grandchildren A nephew A great-nephew A great-niece An aunt And cousins Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 26, 2003 John I. Schirato, age 62 b. Aug 19, 1940 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 23, 2003 Hummelstown, Dauphin Co. PA s/o late John Schirato and Dorothy (nee Gallagher) Schirato Roche retired construction foreman. Former owner of Red Maple Inn and the Mariner, Lebanon Member, R Field & Stream Sportman's Club Survivors: Daughter Jane Hlavaty, w/o Gabriel, Lebanon Daughter Vicki Killian, w/o Michael, Quentin Daughter Cynthia Schmidt, w/o Mark, Elizabethtown Daughter Janelle Schirato, Lebanon Daughter Alecia Schirato, Malvern Brother James Schirato, Springfield MO Brother Richard Schirato, California Brother David Schirato, Euless TX Sister Joan Shelley, w/o George, Carrollton, TX Sister Lois Graupp, w/o Michael, Lebanon Sister Kathy Roche, Dallas TX Sister Judy Schirato, Dallas TX Eight grandchildren One great-grandchild Burial: location is not listed. Jan 26, 2003 Walter T. Harnish, age 84 b. Apr 1, 1918 Womelsdorf, Berks Co. PA d. Jan 25, 2003 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA h/o late Ruth M. (nee Lesher) Harnish s/o late Thomas M.S. & Amy (nee Phillipy) Harnish farmer, having farmed in Myerstown & Palmyra, retired 1983. Member, Tulpehocken United Church of Christ, Richland Member, Schaefferstown Historical Society Survivors: Daughter Mary Ann, w/o Barry Lutz, Bethel Daughter Shirley M., w/o Robert. E. Miler, Stouchsburg Daughter Nancy, w/o Edgard Keyser, Marysville Daughter Marie, w/o Donald Lutz, Robesonia Son Guy T., h/o Carol E. Harnish, Lebanon Brother Thomas Harnish, Myerstown 18 grandchildren 26 great-grandchildren a great-great grandson several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Son James Robert Harnish Sisters Margaret Hibshman, Helen Garloff and Catherine Tobias. Burial: Tulpehocken United Church of Christ Cemetery, Richland, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 26, 2003 Martha L. (nee Symanowicz) Smith, age 79 b. Jan 10, 1924 Reading, Berks Co. PA d. Jan 24, 2003 Lebanon VA Medical Center, S.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA w/o Henry W. Smith, married 57 years. D/o late Karol & Josephine (nee Stajkowski) Symanowicz Worked, dietectics services, Lebanon VA Medical Center Army veteran of WW2 Member, Lebanon American Legion Survivors: Son Henry Smith, h/o Catherine, Lebanon Son Nelson Smith, h/o Audrey, Myerstown Daughter Joan M. Stichler, w/o Bradley, Cleona Brother Benjamin Symanowicz, Hamburg Sister Theresa Mimm, Willingboro NJ Sister Mary Reinoehle, West Lawn Sister Lillian Doering, w/o Waltr, Florida 11 grandchildren 13 great-grandchildren Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 26, 2003 Lester M. Fisher, age 73 b. Dec 13, 1929 Shartlesville, Berks Co. PA d. Jan 24, 2003 Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA h/o Edith (nee Leffler) Fisher, 34 years of marriage s/o late Herbert & Mabel (nee Keener) Fisher graduate, Wilson High School, Reading member, St. Paul's United Methodist Church, Pine Grove retired, former Penn Dye Co., Pine Grove Navy veteran of Korean War, having served at the U.S. Naval Hospital, Bainbridge MD Member, American Legion Post 374, Pine Grove for 33 years. Survivors: Daughter Sandy Zerbe, Pine Grove Daughter Bonita Betz, Pine Grove Son Wes LeVan, Pine Grove Son Martin LeVan, Pine Grove Sister Margaret Beidler, Bernville Sister Nora Ludwig, Reading Brother Herbert Fisher, Reading 12 grandchildren 26 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brother Harold Fisher Sister Mildred LaRose A great-granddaughter Burial: St. John's Lutheran Church, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA Jan 27, 2003 James E. Godfrey, age 81 b. Jun 26, 1921 Stone Harbor NJ d. Jan 25, 2003 E. Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA h/o Dora C. (nee Block) Godfrey s/o late George W. & Gertrude (nee Holgate) Godfrey retired construction truck driver, Gannett-Fleming, Harrisburg Army veteran of WW2 Member, Bindnagle Lutheran Church, Palmyra Member, Hershey American Legion Member, WW2 veteran's committee Member, Berlin U.S. Military Veterans Association Member, U.S. Constabulary Association Member, National Rifle Association Survivors: Son Randy B. Godfrey, Linglestown Son James D. Godfrey, Mt. Gretna Two grandchildren A great-granddaughter Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 27, 2003 Harry Parker, age 93 b. Dec 22, 1909 Manhattan NY d. Jan 26, 2003 Collingswood Nursing Home, Rockville MD s/o late Abraham & Sarah Parker retired office manager, former Everite Knitting Mills, having started there 1941. Member, Congregation Beth Israel, Lebanon Member, B'nai B'rith Member, Beth Israel Men's Club Member, Lebanon Senior Center Member, AARP Member, Lebanon District Bowling Association w/which he served as President for 5 terms Member, Board of Directors, Easter Seals of Lebanon Co. Honorary past president, South Eastern & DE Council of B'nai B'rith. Survivors: Daughter Linda Weaver, West Chester OH Four grandchildren Four great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Daughter Lesley Katzman Burial: Beth Israel Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 27, 2003 James E. Vega, age 24 b. Feb 6, 1978 Brooklyn NY d. Jan 25, 2003 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Tarina S. Elliott s/o James Vega and Carmen (nee Cedeno) Vega Graduate, APEX Welding School, New York Worked, Barren Belts and Chains, Lebanon Survivors: Step-father John Robles, Lebanon Daughter Ashley B. Vega, Lebanon Daughter Kayla A. Vega, Lebanon Sister Beatrice Vega, New York NY Sister Yvette E. Robles, Lebanon Burial: Kimmerlings Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 27, 2003 Helen A. (nee Fogelman) Moyer, age 72 b. Apr 12, 1930 Marion Twp., Berks Co. PA d. Jan 25, 2003 Richland, Lebanon Co. PA w/o George I. Moyer Sr., 51 years, Apr 28, 2002 d/o late Loron & Miriam (nee Troutman) Fogelman baker, Kauffman's BBQ Chicken Ranch, Bethel, nine years Baker in her home for many years. Member, St. John's "Host" Church, Bernville Member, Lebanon Co. Farm Women's Group No. 4 Life member, Marion Grange Enjoyed needlepoint, reading and quilting. Survivors: Son George Moyer Jr., Haleyville AL Son Loron Moyer, Bethel Son Ricky Moyer, Richland Daughter Betsy Moyer, Fredericksburg Daughter Lisa Brown, Bethel Sister Ruth Nepi, Dickinson ND Sister Loretta, w/o Paul Harnish, Fishing Creek Sister Marion Hibshman, Myerstown Sister Shirley, w/o Philip Pfautz, Lebanon Foster brother Donald Augustine, Nazareth Seven grandchildren Six great-grandchildren Nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Son Kevin R. Moyer, 1981 Sister Sandra and Barbara Fogelman Burial: St. John's "Host" Church Cemetery, Bernville, Berks Co. PA Jan 27, 2003 Sandra J. (nee Moyer) Maurer, age 57 b. Dec 8, 1945 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 25, 2003 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o late Benjamin F. Maurer III d/o Nedra M. Beamsenderfer and the late John H. Beamenderfer. Step/d/o late John H. Beamsenderfer Auto accident Jan 7, 2003 Graduate, 1963, Lebanon High School Admissions clerk, Finance Office, Cedar Haven Nursing Home, 30 years. Had worked, Berkshire International Had worked, Cleaver-Brooks Worked, Hersheypark & the Giant Center Member, Tabor United Church of Christ, Lebanon Sunday school kindergarten teacher and member of the choir. Survivors: Son Benjamin J. Maurer, Lebanon Sister Althea R., w/o John W. Cagnoli, Hummelstown Sister Nedra M., w/o John F. Embich, Lebanon Brother Larry S., h/o Maryann Moyer, Palmyra Brother John A., h/o Patricia L. Beamensderfer, Fredericksburg Nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Daughter Karen L. Quairoli Burial: location is not listed. . Jan 28, 2003 Helen A. (nee Fogelman) Moyer, age 72 b. Apr 12, 1930 location not listed. d. Jan 25, 2003 Richland, Lebanon Co. PA w/o George I. Moyer Sr., to whom she was married 51 years, Apr 28, 2002. D/o late Loron & Miriam (nee Troutman) Fogelman Baker, Kauffman's BBQ Chicken Ranch, Bethel, nine years. Baking out of her home for many years. Member, St. John's "Host" Church, Bernvill Member, Lebanon Co. Farm Women Group No. 4 Life member, Marion Grange Enjoyed needlepoint, reading and quilting. Survivors: Son George Moyer Jr., Bethel Son Loron Moyer, Bethel Son Ricky Moyer, Richland Daughter Betsy Moyer, finacee of Mark Hoke, Fredericksburg Daughter Lisa Brown, Bethel Sister Ruth Nepi, Dickinson ND Sister Loretta, w/o Paul Harnish, Fishing Creek Sister Marion Hibshman, Myerstown Sister Shirley, w/o Philip Pfautz, Lebanon Foster brother Donald Augustine, Nazareth, Northampton Co. Seven grandchildren Six great-grandchildren Several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Son Kevin R. Moyer Sisters Sandra and Barbara Fogelman Burial: St. John's "Host" Church Cemetery, Bernville, Berks Co. PA Jan 28, 2003 Arthur H. Ellison, age 79 b. date not listed Toronto, Canada d. Jan 26, 2003 Fredericksburg, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Kathryn (nee Kimmel) Ellison, to whom he was married 57 years. S/o late George & Gertrude (nee Asby) Ellison Retired, former Lebanon Steel Foundry. Survivors: Daughter Cindy Donley, York Son Steven Ellison, Grafton, Ontario, Canada Son Ward Ellison, Hegins Daughter Sheila Ellison, Camp Hill Son Scott Ellison, Myerstown Son Keith Ellison, Lebanon Sister Elva Bailey, Toronto, Canada Five grandchildren Cremated. Jan 28, 2003 Harry L. Strausser, age 79 b. May 22, 1923 Porter twp., Schuylkill Co. PA d. Jan 27, 2003 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Alberta M. (nee Yingst) Strausser, to whom he was married 20 years, Jul 24, 2002. S/o late Harry & Harriet (nee Welker) Strausser Retired machinist, former security guard Army veteran of WW2 Member, St. Stephen's United Church of Christ, Lebanon Avid wood carver. Survivors: Step-Son Michael A. Kless, Myerstown Step-Daughter Rosemary A. Ackerman, Springfield IL Step-daughter Diane M. Pajski, Fredericksburg Sister Helen L. Miller, Tower City Brother Mark R. Strausser, Millerstown Five step-grandchildren Several nieces and nephews. Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 28, 2003 Elsie M. (nee Houser) Lynne, age 90 b. Dec 1, 1912 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 27, 2003 Cedar Haven, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d/o late Amos & Mabel (nee Risser) Houser retired seamstress, Robel Frocks, Lebanon member, Rocherty United Methodist Church, N.Cornwall Twp. Survivors: Son Kenneth P. Lynne, Lebanon Son Robert L. Lynne, Florida Son Ronald G. Lynne, Florida Daughter Rita J., Florida Sister Violet Rudolph, Lebanon Sister Mabel Harkins, Mt. Gretna Numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren Numerous nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Daughter Verlee A. Reist, who died Sep 18, 1957 Brother Raymond R. Houser, who died April 29, 1996 Brother Wilmer J. Houser, who died May 1, 1996 Brother Harold C. Houser, who died Feb 4, 2001 Burial: Iona United Methodist Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 28, 2003 E. Joan Fake, age 73 b. Sep 6, 1929 Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 25, 2003 Cornwall PA d/o late John & Catherine (nee Chervich) Fake factory worker, Lebanon Paper Box until her retirement. Survivors: Brother Carl, h/o Ethel Fake, Annville Brother Reginald, h/o Eleanor Fake, Lancaster Sister Judy Rhoads, Columbus OH Several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Brother Edward Fake Sister Dorothy Brendel Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 28, 2003 Elaine (nee McNally) Morris, age 49 b. Nov 11, 1953 Rockville Centre NY d. Jan 26, 2003 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA w/o Andrew "Jack" Morris. D/o Josephine S. McNally and the late Harold B. McNally Graduate, Lehigh University Survivors: Sister Carolyn McNally, Lebanon Step-son Kristoffer Morris, Lemoyne Burial: location is not listed. Jan 28, 2003 Anna M. Herb, age 86 b. Feb 25, 1916 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 26, 2003 Lebanon PA d/o late Monroe S. & Lila S. (nee Kehler) Herb retired, nursing assistant, VA Medical Center and Cedar Haven, Lebanon life long member, First Evagelical Congregational Church, Lebanon, having perfect attendance for 86 years. Survivors: Sister Myrle, w/o Russell Long, Lebanon Several nieces and nephews. Burial: Kochenderfer's Cemetery, E.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 28, 2003 Patrick Reigle, age 68 b. Dec 29, 1934 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 27, 2003 Cedar Haven, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Lucy A. (nee Pete) Reigle. S/o late Raymond & Anna (nee Payne) Reigle. Former employee, Reigle's Auto Upholstery, Lebanon Navy Veteran Member, St. Cecilia Church, its Holy Name Society Member, St. Gertrude's Club Survivors: Son Patrick W., h/o Janet Reigle, Lebanon Son Glenn A., h/o Annette Reigle, Colorado Son Kenneth M. Reigle, New Jersey Son Vincent T., h/o Angie Reigle, Lebanon Son Michael D., h/o Bonita Reigle, Lebanon Sister Margaret Aurentz, Lebanon Brother Raymond Reigle, Lebanon 11 grandchildren several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Two sisters Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 28, 2003 Irene A. (nee Garbaccio) Shipley, age 80 b. date not listed Haledon NJ d. Jan 27, 2003 Reading, Berks Co. PA w/o William N. Shipley, to whom she was married 60 years. D/o late Leo & Lena (nee Kaser) Berger Garbaccio. Co-proprietor, Bill Shipley's TV Co., Totowa NJ, until retiring in 1984. Past president, Totowa Americna Legion Post 227 Gold life member and auxiliary president Passaic Co. NJ American Legion Past president & current treasurer, Westview 55, community association Membership chairwoman, Berks West Chapter 573 Member, Womelsdorf AARP Member, Marion Twp., Berks Co. Senior Former Brownie leader in New Jersey Survivors: Daughter Billie, w/o James Hill, Fredericksburg Son William Wayne, h/o Maggie (nee McGinnis) Shipley, Malvern, Chester Co. Five grandchildren Two step-grandchildren Five step-great-grandchildren Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 28, 2003 Joseph N. Becker, age 73 b. date no listed Lancaster Co. PA d. Jan 27, 2003 Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA h/o late Anna (nee Sipe) Becker, who died Mar 21, 1999. S/o late Michael Francis & Estella (nee Shreiner) Becker Worked 40 years, former, Raymark Industries, Manheim Army Veteran of Korean War. Member, Hope Episcopal church, Manheim Member, Manheim VFW Member, Germania Band Club Member, the Elstonville Sportsmen Association Member, Navy Club Ship 91, Lebanon Member, Hemlock Club, Lebanon Survivors: Son Vaughn E., h/o Connie Becker, Manheim Daughter Georgia A., w/o Larry A. McVey, Manheim Brother Donald H., h/o Jean Becker, Manheim Three grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brother Robert Michael Becker Burial: Hope Episocpal Cemetery, Ralpho Twp., Lancaster Co. PA Jan 29, 2003 Sallie H. (nee Holtzman) Mase, age 92 b. date not listed Upper Bern Twp., Berks Co. PA d. Jan 26, 2003 Tilden Twp., Berks Co. PA w/o late Smith Mase, who died Jun 26, 2000. D/o late Robert P. & Maggie E. (nee Rentschler) Holtzman Graduate, 1927, Hamburg High School Graduate, 1929, Kutztown Normal School Elementary teacher for 11 years, first at a country school in Jefferson Twp., Berks Co. Then, taught grades five and six at Upper Bern Elementary School in Hamburg School District Then worked, D. M. Ogilvie Dept Store, East Liverpool OH, working in shoe dept, 30 years. Retired as manager in 1973. Member, Frieden's Church, Shartlesville Life member, Kutztown University Alumni Association. Survivors: Brother Wilmer R. Holtzman, Tilden Twp., Berks Co. Brother Harold B. Holtzman, Hamburg Sister Lillian R. Hartinger, Hershey Several nieces and nephews. Burial: Frieden's Cemetery, Shartlesville, Berks Co. PA Jan 29, 2003 Martha M. (nee Marburger) Brightbill, age 80 b. Mar 15, 1922 Derry Twp., Dauphin Co. PA d. Jan 27, 2003 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o late Harold Brightbill, wo died in Nov 1984. D/o late John & Mary Shanaman Marburger Retired, Hershey Chocolate, box department Member, Charlton United Methodist Church, Harrisburg Member, Hershey Chocolate Retirees Survivors: Daughter Lois Long, Palmerton, Carbon Co. PA Sister Ruth Barnhart, Waterville, Maine Brother Ray Marburger, Elizabethtown Several nieces and nephews. Burial: Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA Jan 29, 2003 W. Inez (nee Pettey) Lambert, age 96 b. Oct 27, 1906 Alabama d. Jan 28, 2003 N. Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Harvey Lee Lambert parents names are not listed. Retired Waitress, former Hershey Cafeteria Member, Gravel Hill United Methodist Church, Palmyra Avid reader. Survivors: Step-daughter Hilda Bingaman, Baltimore MD Step-son Norlan E. Lambert, Jonestown 10 grandchildren 11 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Step-son Nelson E. Lambert Burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 29, 2003 Verdie M. (nee Shifflett) Schlappig, age 71 b. Nov 23, 1931 Washington D. C. d. Jan 27, 2003 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d/o late Guy Paul Sr. and Susan (nee Long) Shifflett factory worker, H. B. Reese for many years. Survivors: Brother Stuart Shifflett, Palmyra Brother William Shifflett, Delaware Son George Schlappig, Lebanon A granddaughter Several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Brothers Guy P. Shifflett Jr. and Charles Shifflett Sisters Ruth E. Herndon and Louise McDonaldson Burial: Cremation. Jan 29, 2003 Evelyn Mary Herman, age 95 b. date not know location not known d. Jan 24, 2003 Cornwall Manor, Cornwall Twp., Lebanon Co. PA w/o Dr. Theodore Herman parents are not listed. Teacher Social worker for Colgate University Member, GinLing Alumni Club Survivors: Her husband Three sisters in California and Oregon Burial: Cremation Jan 29, 2003 David E. Rhine, age 52 b. date not listed Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 21, 2003 State College, Centre Co. PA s/o late Earl E. & Patricia J. (nee Culhane) Rhine Internationally acclaimed poit with more than 100 publications in 14 countries. His volume "Selected Vers Chiseled Upon Nothingness: 150 Poems" was Published in 2001. Graduate, Lancaster Cathlolic High School Attended University of Maryland and Penn State. Survivors: Brother Thomas, h/o Barbara Rhine, Wilmington DE Brother Daniel Rhine, Lancaster PA Brother Timothy Rhine, Lancaster PA Preceded in death by: Sister Beth Hulse Burial: location is not listed. Jan 29, 2003 Carl H. Bentz, age 75 b. Nov 10, 1927 Rittman, Mahoning Co. OH d Jan 28, 2003 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Lorraine G. (nee Miller) Bentz, 51 year anniversary, Dec 2002. S/o late Oscar & Mabel (nee Geesey) Bentz Graduate, 1943, Lebanon High School Army veteran of Korean Employed by Bethlehem Steel Corp., working in the Cornwall Ore Mines and the Annville Bethlehem Mines Quarry. Played as a catcher for the semi-pro baseball team Fredericksburg Chicks 1946 Ð 1949 The team won the PA State National Baseball Congress in 1948 and went on to Wichita, KS for the National Tournament, where he received a sportsmanship award and made the All-American Team. Played Catcher for the Cornwall Miners 1950-1956 and for the Ft. Benning U. S. Army Post Team. Played, professional minor league baseball for the Cedar Rapids Indians in the 3I League Played, in the Palmyra Twilight Baseball league. Avid outdoorsman Enjoyed hunting, fishing and playing golf Survivors: Son Dale A. Bentz, Lebanon Son David J., h/o Shelley Bentz, Annville Two grandchildren Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 29, 2003 Lorraine J. (nee Brightbill) Walker, age 66 b. Oct 16, 1936 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 28, 2003 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Norman H. Walker, married 40 years onJanuary 26, 2003. D/o Cora S. (nee Hoke) Brightbill, and the late Paul B. Brightbille Former employee, Bethlehem Steel Lebanon Retired, 1999, bus driver, Elco School District, where she had worked 20 years. Member, Myerstown Baptist Church Involved in, Lebanon Chapter of the Relay for Life, captain of her own team, LaLaRain Walkers Enjoyed walking, bicycling, lighthouse collectibles and spending time at the beach. Survivors: Son Dennis G., h/o Elaine Garrison, Harrisburg Daughter Tammy L.,, w/o Jon Caplinger, Myerstown Five grandchildren A step-grandson Two great-grandchildren Burial: Gingrich Mennonite Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 29, 2003 Dolly (nee Burge) Roush, age 90 b. Aug 11, 1912 Bristol, England d. Jan 28, 2003 Jonestown, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Chester A. Roush Sr., who died Feb 8, 1992. D/o late Albert John & Phyllis (nee Bainton) Burge Housewife Survivors: Son Chester A. Jr., h/o Gloria Roush, Jonestown Son Ernest Vowels, Phoenix AZ Son Mark Vowels, Holland Daughter Pamela J. Oertly, Midlothian VA Seven grandchildren Five great-grandchildren Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E. Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 29, 2003 Pearl S. "Toot" (nee Swartswelder) Billich, age 76 b. May 30, 1926 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 27, 2003 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o late Michael Billich, who died Jan 28, 1982 d/o late George A. & Eva M. (nee Lawrence) Swartswelder attended Cornerstone Church of the Foursquare Gospel, Lebanon enjoyed reading, bingo, crocheting. Survivors: Daughter Terri Lynn, w/o Juan D. Ortiz, Lebanon Sister Shirley, w/o Richard Hawk, Louisa VA Sister Evelyn Heverling, New Mexico Brother Russell E., h/o Shirley Swartswelder, Lebanon Brother John H. Swartswelder Sr., Florida Two grandchildren Several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Brother George Swartswelder Sisters Mildred Whitman and Mae Moyer Burial: Mt.Lebanon Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 30, 2003 Harry E. Carpenter, age 74 b. Mar 22, 1928 Quentin, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 28, 2003 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Annetta C. (nee Wenrich) Carpenter, 33 years. S/o late Simon T. & Bessie A. (nee Gross) Carpenter Employed 47 years, Hershey Foods, shipping department Army veteran WW2 Member, Friendship Fire Co. Member, Lebanon Senior Center Member, Local 404 Chocolate Workers Union Survivors: Daughter Cynthia J. Leedom, Lebanon Daughter Lori A., w/o Roger Yancey, Lebanon Step-daughter Ann A. Light, Lebanon Step-son Michael D. Brown, Ft. Lauderdale FL Brother Kenneth M. Carpenter Sr., Myerstown Brother Richard M. Carpenter Sr., Lebanon Sister Mary Gassert, Myerstown Sister Elenor Harvey, Myerstown A grandson Four step-grandchildren Five step-great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brothers Frederick W. Carpenter, Simon T. Carpenter Jr., Lewis T. Carpenter and William Carpenter Sister Dorothy Gassert Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E. Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 30, 2003 Mary C. (nee Wolf) Zimmerman, age 78 b. Jan 31, 1924 North Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 29, 2003 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Richard D. Zimmerman, who died Mar 22, 1996. D/o late Charlie Edward & Sarah Maranda (nee Geesaman) Wolfe Member, Hershey Coin Club Survivors: Daughter Sarah W. Porche, Palmyra Four grandchildren Six great-grandchildren Burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, N.Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 30, 2003 Clyde W. Light, age 82 b. Feb 14, 1920 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 29, 2003 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Doris M. (nee Klopp) Light s/o late Ralph B. & Ruth (nee Miller) Light Army Air Corps veteran of WW2, he was a P51 Pilot. Retired, Hershey Foods Corp. Member, First United Methodist Church, Palmyra Survivors: Son Robert P. Light, Manchester MD Daughter Teresa M. Zuech, Palmyra Brother Cliff Light, Hummelstown Brother Ralph Light Jr., Palmyra A grandson Preceded in death by: Sister Georgine Lehman Brother Glenn Light Burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, N.Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 30, 2003 Verna M. (nee Zerbe) Moyer, age 88 b. no date listed Jefferson Twp., Berks Co. PA d. Jan 29, 2003 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Wilson L. Moyer, who died Sep 17, 1988. D/o late George & Mary (nee Zerbe) Zerbe Member, Christ Little Tulpehocken United Church of Christ Church, Bernvile Survivors: Son Luther Moyer, Douglasville Son Wayne Moyer, Newmanstown Son Ray Moyer, Lebanon Daughter Jean, w/o Lee Bare, Womelsdorf Daughter Marie, w/o Donald Bertram, Womelsdorf Brother Lloyd Zerbe, Myerstown 11 grandchildren seven great-grandchildren two great-great grandchildren Preceded in death by: Son Dennis Moyer, 1971 Daughter Barbara Moyer, 1949 Burial: Host Church Cemetery, Tulpehocken Twp., Berks Co. PA Jan 30, 2003 Charles W. Snyder, age 83 b. Sep 14, 1919 Lebanon, Lebanon Co.PA d. Jan 29, 2003 Lebanon PA h/o late Agnes (nee Schonder) Snyder s/o late Harry & Rhada (nee Brightbill) Snyder retired, 41 years, Bethlehem Steel, Lebanon member, Messiah Lutheran Church, Lebanon member, Goodwill Fire Co., Myerstown Survivors: Brother Harold Snyder, Lebanon Several nieces and nephews Burial: location is not listed. Jan 30, 2003 Ruth I. (nee Hauck) Koch, age 83 b. May 30, 1919 Heidelberg Twp., Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 28, 2003 Mt. Hope Church Home, Manheim, Lancaster Co. PA w/o late Robert H. Koch d/o late William M. & Ida M. (nee Hertzog) Hauck member, United Christian Church, Newmanstown survivors: Son Karl H., h/o Nancy Koch, Newmanstown Brother Milford, h/o Carolyn Hauck, Newmanstown Sister Edith marie Beamesderfer, Myerstown Sister Josephine, w/o Martin Wolfe, Myerstown Four grandchildren 10 great-grandchildren burial: Millbach Community Cemetery, Newmanstown, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 31, 2003 Edward S. Wolfe Sr., age 77 b. Oct 3, 1925 Pine Grove Twp., Schuylkill Co. PA d. Jan 30, 2003 Richland, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Virginia M. (nee Layser) Wolfe, 52 years. S/o late Jacob & Carrie M. (nee Solliday) Wolfe Army veteran of WW2 Retired custodian, Elco School District, 26 years mostly Ð Fort Zeller Elementary School, Newmanstown Member, Newmanstown Athletic Association Life member, Lebanon VFW Life member, Richland American Legion Life member, Goodwill Fire Co., Myerstown Survivors: Son Edward S. Jr., h/o Dara Wolfe, Richland Several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Brothers Roy Wolfe and Paul Wolfe Sister Patricia Aurentz Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E. Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 31, 2003 Paul E. Epler, age 91 b. Dec 10, 1911 location unknown d. Jan 28, 2003 (Woodlands) Derry Twp., Dauphin Co. PA h/o late Anna F. (nee Zapric) Epler, who died Jun 18, 1987 s/o late Edward S. & Katherine E. (nee Stoner) Epler retired, Hershey Chocolate Co, cocoa department self-employed sub-contractor served in the Navy. Survivors: Sister Emma Gerlach, (Woodlands) Derry Twp Son Raymond F. Epler, Fresno CA Son Robert M. Epler, Hummesltown Son Kenneth R. Epler, Finksburg MD Son William A. Epler, Wesley Chapel FL 15 grandchildren 12 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Son Frank "Boots" M. Epler, Jun 15, 2001. Burial: Resurrection Cemetery, Jan 31, 2003 Anna Mae (nee Zimmerman) Lehman, age 65 b. Jan 12, 1938 Ephrata, Lancaster Co. PA d. Jan 30, 2003 Jonestown, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Ammon L. Lehman d/o late John Jacob & Lena H. (nee Good) Zimmerman worked, former Millersville Children's Home worked, formerly, Landis Home, Lititz, several years. Assistant houseparent, Shepherds Fold Member, Shirksville Mennonite Church Survivors: Son John H., h/o Susan Lehman, Jonestown Son Paul E., h/o Janice Lehman, Myerstown Daughter Norma Jean, w/o Leaonrd Seibel Jr., Mt. Pleasant Mills Daughter Janet M., w/o Jay Boll, North East Daughter Velma S., w/o Ferril Good, Elizabethtown Brother Melvin Zimmerman, Myerstown Brother Raymond Martin Zimmerman, Myerstown Brother Kervin Zimmerman, Myerstown Brother Richard Martin, Stevens Brother Ernest Risser, Belle Rive, IL Sister Mary Jane Martin, Denver PA Sister Marian Good, Stevens Sister Martha Snyder, Fredericksburg Sister Erma Martin, Myerstown 27 grandchildren two great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brother Roy Zimmerman Burial: Shirksville Mennonite Church Cemetery, Shirksville PA Jan 31, 2003 Jeanne M. (nee Robb) Yates, age 78 b. Apr 29, 1924 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 29, 2003 Centreville MD w/o late J. Grant Yates Jr., who died May 28, 1991 d/o late Lester & Pheobe (nee Flowers) Robb Served as a W.A.F. medic during WW2 Survivors: Daughter Allison Y, w/o John C. "J.C." Shortall III, Centreville MD Sister Dorothy and her family, Palmyra A Granddaughter A nephew A Niece A grand-niece Buial: Chesterfield Cemetery, Centreville MD Jan 31, 2003 Mevlin U. Burkholder, age 74 b. Oct 16, 1928 Campbelltown, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 30, 2003 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Shirley I. (nee Rhoads) Burkholder s/o late Harry H. & Mary Jane (nee Gingrich) Burkholder owner/operator, Burkholder Meat Market, Campbelltown retired, Laudermilch Meats, South Annville Twp. Member, Salem United Church of Christ, Campbelltown Member, Polka Pals, Lebanon Member, National Antique Automobile Club of America Member, Hershey Region Antique Automobile Club of America Past president, PA Dutch Reqion Anitque Automobile Club of America Charter member, past president, Campbelltown Lions Club Survivors: Son Glen L., h/o Penny Burkholder, Palmyra Daughter Michelle K., w/o Douglas Winter, Palmyra Three grandchildren Preceded in death by: Three sisters and a brother. Burial: United Christian Church Cemetery, Campbelltown, Lebanon Co. PA Jan 31, 2003 Mary C. (nee Wolf) Zimmerman, age 78 b. Jan 31, 1924 North Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 29, 2003 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Richard D. Zimmerman, who died Mar 22, 1996. D/o late Charlie Edward & Sarah Maranda (nee Geesaman) Wolfe Member, Hershey Coin Club Survivors: Daughter Sarah W. Porche, Palmyra Four grandchildren Six great-grandchildren Burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, N.Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Jan 31, 2003 Jacqueline M. (nee Heisey) Mahoney, age 72 b. Jun 16, 1930 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jan 30, 2003 Lebanon PA w/o James E. Mahoney d/o late Ralph & Alice (nee Werner) Heisey Secretary, husband's former construction company, James Mahoney Inc. Avid bowler Bowled w/the Happy Housewives Survivors: Daughter Brenda, w/o Gregg Marouser, Este Park CO Daughter Linda Wilhelm, Middletown Four grandsons Burial: Ebenezer "Covenent" Cemetry, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA