Obituary Listing

May 3, 2025

Gloria Mary (Hooker) Tighe, 91, of Palmyra, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 3, 2025. She was born in Brooklyn, NY on October 21, 1933 to the late George and Vivian (Myklebust) Hooker. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, William J. “Bill” Tighe, Sr., since June of 2016, their cherished daughter, Ardyss, and brothers Norman and George. She...

May 2, 2025

Robert M. Swift, Sr., 81, of Elizabethtown passed away peacefully on Friday, May 2, 2025. Born in Brooklyn, NY, he was the son of the late Patrick M. and Muriel (Donovan) Swift.

Bob enjoyed hunting and fishing. He enjoyed spending time with family, especially at Camp Swiftwater, affectionately referred to as Camp Hey-Bob. Bob worked at Amp/TE...

May 1, 2025

Suzette Marie Eberly, 54, of Elizabethtown, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 1, 2025. Born in Columbia, she was the daughter of the late Daniel and Donna (Kinard) Graybill. She was the loving wife of 32 years to Anthony Park Eberly.

In addition to her husband, Suzette is survived by her son, Austin; daughter, McKenna; stepdaughter, Amber;...

Apr 30, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Douglas Lee Bockey (71) who went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 30, 2025 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, as he was surrounded by his loving family. Doulas was born on December 14, 1953 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania to Garland Lee Bockey and Anna May Gibbons.

Douglas...

Apr 30, 2025

Linda L. Stahl, 79, of Elizabethtown passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. Born in Ebensburg, she was the daughter of the late Galen and Corine. She was the loving wife of the late Eugene Stahl.

Linda enjoyed camping and boating, and roller skating when she was younger. She liked her job of driving kids to...

Apr 29, 2025

Dale E. Snook, 85, of Elizabethtown, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 29, 2025. He was born July 16, 1939 to the late Marvin Lewis and Anna Floyd (Garman) Snook.

Dale faithfully attended the Hope Born in Christ Church, Lancaster. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and cars. More than anything he was a loving...

Apr 28, 2025

James M. Lang, 82, of Elizabethtown, passed away peacefully at home with family by his side on Monday, April 28, 2025. He was born on April 29, 1942 to the late Henry F. and Evelyn (Rudegeair) Lang. He is survived by his loving wife, of almost 42 years Donna L. (Weikel) Lang.

A proud Navy Veteran James...

Apr 28, 2025

John L. Ferrick, Sr., age 79, passed away on April 28, 2025 with family at his side. A resident of Trillium Place since he suffered a stroke in March of 2021, he formerly lived in West Hempfield Township.

He was a graduate of McCaskey High School Class of 1963. An electrician by trade, John retired from Armstrong...

Apr 27, 2025

Jay S. Ulrich Sr., 93, formerly of Elizabethtown, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 27, 2025, in Orlando, FL. He is survived by his wife Elaine Kay Stoner Ulrich 86 and their two children Linda J. Hagmaier 65 and Jay Jr. 63; his four grandchildren Hannah Ulrich 28, Joseph Ulrich 25, Hagan Hagmaier 26 and Jake Hagmaier 23.

Apr 27, 2025

Emily Kim-Sang Abel, cherished daughter, sister and friend known for her witty comments and dry humor, went to look upon the face of Jesus on April 27, 2025. Emme was born in Vietnam on September 24, 2001, and became an international traveler as an infant when she was placed into the arms of her loving, large family where she...

Apr 26, 2025

Silvana C. Valdez, 98, of Palmyra, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 26, 2025. She was born in Italy to the late Alcide and Antonia (Borde) Corsi. She was predeceased by her loving husband of 71 years, Ramon Valdez since 2020.

She is survived by her children, Christina and Frank Valdez; her grandchildren; and great-grandchildren. In addition...

Apr 23, 2025

Charles E. Roland, 85, of Palmyra passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. Born in Derry Township, he was the son of the late Basil and Amy (Eckert) Roland. He was the loving husband of Patricia “Patti” (Moss) Roland.

Charles retired from H.B. Reese Candy Company.

In addition to his wife, Charles is survived...

Apr 23, 2025

Dorothy B. Kroll, 97, of Palmyra, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at the Londonderry Village, Palmyra. She was born July 20, 1927 to the late James and Margaret (Brown) King.

A proud Airforce Veteran, she served during the Vietnam war as a Major. She was also retired US Army Reserve and an RN for...

Apr 22, 2025

Marjorie “Jane” (Schloo) Kolmus, 94, of Elizabethtown passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 22, 2025. Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Hilburn and Edith (Naigle) Schloo. She was the loving wife of the late Russell J. Kolmus, Jr., who passed in August 2022.

Jane was an artist, painting anything from landscapes to animals....

Apr 21, 2025

Karl Walter Stabler, 67, of Annville, passed away peacefully at home with family by his side on Monday, April 21, 2025. He was born on May 25, 1957 to the late Henry “Joe” and Doris (Price) Stabler. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Ethel (Levengood) Stabler.

Karl lived a life full of love,...

Apr 20, 2025

Rose Marie (Kreider) Leas, 94, of Maytown passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 20, 2025. Born in Hanover, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Agnes (Gilner) Kreider. She was the loving wife of more than 60 years to the late John R. Leas, who passed in 2006.

Rose worked at AMP Electronics. She mostly...

Apr 16, 2025

Joyce A. Arnold, 93, of Marietta passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2025. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Norman and Theresa Herr. Joyce was the loving wife of 62 years to the late Clark Arnold.

Joyce is survived by her two children, Robert Moilanen and Holly Siltzer, and four grandchildren. She is...

Apr 16, 2025

Kenneth A. Kiehl, 83, of Elizabethtown, husband of Lynn (Butcher) Kiehl passed away April 15th, 2025. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Kenneth F. and Dorothy (Ecenrode) Kiehl.

Ken retired from PNC Bank in 2003 and Masonic Village as a mail carrier in 2014.

He is survived by his two children,...

Apr 15, 2025

Mabel C. Herman, 91, of Elizabethtown, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. She was born March 12, 1934 to the late Solomon F. and Ruth (Shellhammer) Stewart. She was predeceased by her husband, Guy D. Herman, Sr. since 1985.

Mabel had various jobs throughout the Elizabethtown area including the Former Empire Shoe Company, Heather Bank...

Apr 11, 2025

Janet L. Ruhl, 65, passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025. Born on April 3, 1960, she was the daughter of Ruth L. Ruhl and the late Lester G. Ruhl.

Janet graduated from Elizabethtown Area High School, Class of 1978. She worked at Lancaster Mennonite Conference and Everence Financial. She was a faithful member of Rissers Mennonite...