Obituary Listing

Nov 7, 2024

Ruth Ann Bastress, 59, of Mechanicsburg, unexpectedly went to be with her heavenly father on Thursday, November 7, 2024. She was born on May 21, 1965 to the late Daniel J. and Marian Ruth (Wagner) Dower. She is survived by her loving husband of 36 years, Lonnie Bastress.

Ruth was a graduate of Palmyra High School and...

Nov 5, 2024

Michael Joseph Vertucci, 67, of Elizabethtown, PA, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2024, after a courageous battle with Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. Known for his dedication to faith, family and football, Michael was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, coach, and teacher who left an indelible mark on everyone he met. His intensity, determination, and wit defined his career and his...

Nov 5, 2024

Harold Ruth Rittenhouse, 94, of Mount Joy, peacefully went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. Born on April 4, 1930, in Lansdale, Pennsylvania, Harold was the son of John Curtis and Emma Jane (Ruth) Rittenhouse, and a direct descendant of Wilhelm Rittenhouse, who immigrated in 1688 and founded the first...

Nov 5, 2024

John N. Zapcic, Sr., 98, of Hershey, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2025 at the Gardens at West Shore. Born in Enhaut, he was the son of the late Peter Joseph and Evelyn (Flegal Fasler) Zapcic.

John enlisted in the United States Navy during WWII. His naval career continued through the Korean Conflict and the brink...

Nov 4, 2024

Charles Samuel Lineaweaver, 75, of Annville, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 4, 2024 at the Mercy House of Chambersburg.  He was born Monday, December 6, 1948 in Hershey to the late Charles O. and Catherine (Alwine) Lineaweaver.

He served proudly in the United States Air Force during Vietnam.  He retired from the Hershey Company where he...

Nov 1, 2024

Jeffrey A. Bock, 76, of Elizabethtown passed away peacefully Friday, November 1, 2024. Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Charles and Jessica (Matlack) Bock. Jeffrey was the beloved husband to Kathleen E. Bock for 55 years.

Jeffrey was a proud Army veteran, serving two tours in the Vietnam War. He worked at Hershey...

Oct 31, 2024

Allen E. Wenrich, 93, of Elizabethtown, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 31, 2024. Born in West Reading to the late Marvin A. and Esther M. (Foltz) Wenrich. He was the beloved husband to Nancy (Blatt) Wenrich for 63 years.

Allen was a graduate of the former Shillington High School, class of 1949. He served in the...

Oct 31, 2024

Robert S. Saul, 77, of Middletown, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 31, 2024. Born in Harrisburg, he was the son of the late Robert and Della (Smith) Saul. He was the loving husband to Martha (Mooney) Saul for 44 years.

Robert was a proud Air Force veteran, serving in the Vietnam War. He received a bachelor’s...

Oct 31, 2024

Elizabeth Walsh, 90, of Hershey, passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2024. She was born on September 14, 1934 to the late Frances and Elizabeth (Young) Shoupe. She is predeceased by her husband, Joseph Walsh since 1985.

She had a passion for young children, literature, art, and flowers. She worked as a librarian doing what she loved....

Oct 29, 2024

Janet L. Nein, 87, of Marietta, passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at the Lancaster General Hospital due to complications following surgery. She was born on February 12, 1937 to the late Herbert and Mary (Anthony) Range. She predeceased by her loving husband who she so very much missed after 65 years of marriage, Robie Nein who passed...

Oct 25, 2024

Mary Joyce Fulmer, 73, of Elizabethtown, passed away suddenly on Friday, October 25, 2024. Born in Elizabeth, NJ, she was the daughter to the late Thomas P. and Grace C. (Mooney) Lydon. Joyce was the loving wife to Thomas R. Fulmer for 39 years.

Joyce received her undergraduate degree in social work from Millersville University, and her...

Oct 24, 2024

On October 24, 2024, Calvin Herbert Smith, native of Maytown, PA, and long-time resident of Warner Robins, GA, departed this life in peace. He was 100 years old.

Born in 1923 to Herbert and Lorieta Smith, he grew up in rural Pennsylvania during the days of Prohibition and the Great Depression. After high school, he attended Franklin...

Oct 24, 2024

Ellen Alwine, in her 83rd year, passed away peacefully on October 24th, 2024. She was the beloved wife of the late Jack Alwine for 56 years.  Loving mother of four daughters, Tammy Howard (Ben), Rose Lang (William), Joanne Alwine and Amy Alwine (Keivan). She also leaves behind five grandchildren, Dustin, Sarah, Cali, Keilian and Aaron. Two great-grandchildren, Keith and...

Oct 23, 2024

Richard L. Miller, 85, of Elizabethtown, passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at Hershey Medical Center. He is survived by his sons Matthew, and wife Tina, and Drew married to Brooke.

Born April 2, 1939 in Tower City, he was the son of the late James and Gertrude (Hummel) Miller. A 1957 graduate of Porter Tower...

Oct 23, 2024

Marion Esther Heatwole (née Coppenhaver), 88, of Palmyra, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at Traditions of Hershey, Palmyra. She was born on Thursday, December 12, 1935 to the late Betty Angelo. She is predeceased by her loving husband, Daniel Heatwole, February of 2005.

Marion and her late husband enjoyed traveling and did so extensively...

Oct 22, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce Barry Lee Hess, of Elizabethtown, PA passed away on October 22, 2024. He was 73. Barry was the son of the late John and Evelyn (Kreiner) Hess.

Barry had a strong work ethic and worked various technical jobs during his lifetime. However, the real passion in his life was...

Oct 22, 2024

Jeannine A. Stoner, 95, of Palmyra, passed away peacefully at Londonderry Village surrounded by her family on Tuesday, October 22, 2024.

Jeannine was born in Florin, now Mt Joy, PA, to the late John G. And Hazel Roth. She graduated from Donegal High School in 1947 as a business student and excelled in drama and sports. After...

Oct 22, 2024

Benjamin R. Fink, 79, of Elizabethtown, passed away on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at the Lancaster General Hospital. He was born on Sunday, February 25, 1945 to the late Clyde and Elva (Hipple) Fink. He is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Karen A. (Alleman) Fink.

Ben was known for his ability to make useful...

Oct 21, 2024

Alfred “Dan” Luzier, 72, of Clearfield, went to be with the Lord on October 21, 2024 at the VA Hospital, Lebanon. Dan was born on November 21, 1951 to the late Alfred John and Sara J. (Jordan) Luzier.

He was a member of the Kerr United Methodist Church. Dan was a 1969 graduate of Clearfield High School,...

Oct 19, 2024

Earl Francis Pickel, 88, of Elizabethtown, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 19, 2024 at Masonic Village. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Benton B. and Mildred F. (Kiser) Pickel. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Carole (McGuire) Pickel.

Earl was an active member of St. Peter Catholic Church...