Obituary Listing
Holly M. Lankford
Jul 21, 2025
Holly Montiese Lankford passed away on Monday, July 21, 2025 in Hershey, PA at the age of 67. Born in Dayton, Ohio on December 1, 1957, she was the second eldest daughter born to Omar and Constance Lowman, the loving wife of Edward B. Lankford.
As a child, she enjoyed playing soccer, softball, and the clarinet in the marching band, taught...
David J. Johnson
Jul 21, 2025
David J. Johnson, 66, of Elizabethtown, passed away at home on Monday, July 21, 2025. He was born November 21, 1958 to the late James Martin Johnson, Jr., and Wanda Jean (Simmons) Johnson.
He was a proud Veteran of the Military Police, also a member of the Elizabethtown Moose Lodge.
David is survived by his three children and one brother. He was...
Ronald C. Wright, Jr.
Jul 21, 2025
Ronald C. Wright, age 61, of Hershey, PA, formerly of Sayreville, NJ, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones.
Born in Perth Amboy, NJ, Ron was a 1982 graduate of East Brunswick Vocational School. He spent much of his career as a Maintenance Supervisor, first with DuPont and later with Hershey, where his strong work ethic and dedication were widely respected.
Ron...
Doris Mildred (Hoffman) Geesaman
Jul 20, 2025
Doris Mildred (Hoffman) Geesaman, 86, passed away peacefully at Lebanon Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Lebanon on Sunday, July 20, 2025. She was born Friday, July 22, 1938 in Palmyra to the late Ira M. and Bertha A. (Bahner) Hoffman. She was predeceased on Thursday, August 17, 2000 by her loving husband, Ralph E. Geesaman.
She is survived by four sons,...
Robert J. Harrington
Jul 20, 2025
Robert J. Harrington, 76, of Palmyra, formerly of Sweet Valley, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Sunday, July 20, 2025. He was born on June 15, 1949 to the late Joseph J. and Florence (May) Harrington. He is survived by his loving wife, of 52 years, Wanda L. (Giberson) Harrington.
Robert was a member of the Antique Car Club,...
Marcella A. Dupes
Jul 19, 2025
Marcella A. Dupes, 82, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 19, 2025 at Trillium Place. Born Monday, June 14, 1943 in Elizabethtown, she was the daughter of the late Jacob and Anna Mae (Brouse) Williams. Marcella was predeceased by her first husband Wilmer D. Dupes who passed away in January 1996 and her second husband Conrad N. Dupes...
Virginia L. Bowser
Jul 19, 2025
Virginia L. Bowser, 82, of Elizabethtown, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 19, 2025. She was born on June 24, 1943 to the late Frank and Lucille (Hetrick) Nates. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Allen J. Bowser, who passed in 2019.
She enjoyed spending time with her friends and talking about her beloved husband. Virginia was a youth counselor...
Violet Frazier Gingrich
Jul 17, 2025
Violet Frazier Gingrich, 93, of Hummelstown, passed away peacefully in the arms of her loving husband, Harold, in the morning of Thursday, July 17, 2025, and is now in the arms of her Heavenly Father.
Born in Hockersville (Hershey), she was the daughter of the late Sarah Jane and George Moses Frazier. She was preceded in death by a brother, Moses...
Judith Ann (Damon) Ail
Jul 16, 2025
Judith Ann (Damon) Ail, 80, of Hershey, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, July 16, 2025 following a courageous battle with cancer. She was born Tuesday, June 26, 1945 in Harrisburg to the late Bill and Lillian (Blessing) Damon. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Kenneth B. Ail on Tuesday, October 21, 2008.
Judy had a radiant smile...
Richard D. Kern
Jul 15, 2025
Richard Kern, 88, of Palmyra, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at home with family by his side. He was born May 23, 1937 in a small home just outside of Richland, PA to the late Charles F. and Elizabeth A. (Schneck) Kern. He had two older sisters and one brother. Being the youngest, he always knew he...
Douglas Sherman Boice, Sr.
Jul 13, 2025
Douglas Sherman Boice, Sr., 88, of Bainbridge, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 13, 2025. Born in Binghamton, NY, he was the son of the late George S. and Jean M. (Lamphere) Boice. He was the loving husband of Katherine (Sandercock) Boice for 26 years.
He was a member of the Word of Life Chapel, Bainbridge, PA, and a member of...
Charles Samuel Hess
Jul 12, 2025
Charles “Sam” Samuel Hess, 84, of Elizabethtown, passed away on Saturday, July 12, 2025. Born in Saxton, he was the son of the late Lewis and Madeline (Coy) Hess.
Uncle Sam spent most of his adult life in Chambersburg, where he was known as a kind, loving soul. He was always on the streets walking to his next adventure.
He was a...
Harriet B. Linebaugh
Jul 11, 2025
Harriet B. Linebaugh, 96, of Annville, passed away on Friday, July 11, 2025. She was born March 15, 1929 to the late Harry E. and Carrie (Maulfair) Bretz. She was predeceased by her loving husband of 57 years, Alvin E. Linebaugh.
She spent her free time reading and playing bingo. In her earlier years she enjoyed going for motorcycle rides with...
Gene R. Young
Jul 10, 2025
Gene R. Young, 66, of Palmyra, passed away peacefully with family by his side on Wednesday, July 10, 2025. He was born August 24, 1958 to the late Theodore R. Young, Jr. and Marjorie (Smith) Young.
Gene was a family man who more than anything loved his grandchildren. He was a loving father, grandfather, and brother.
He is survived by his daughter,...
Barry Leon Spohn
Jul 9, 2025
Barry L. Spohn, 82, of Palmyra, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 9, 2025. Born in Washington Township, he was the son of the late Leon E. and Bernice M. (Gable) Spohn. He was the loving husband for 58 years to Miriam D. Spohn, who passed in April.
Barry enjoyed gardening, spending time with his grandson, and volunteering at Londonderry Village.
Barry...
Sharron M. Jenkins
Jul 8, 2025
Sharron M. Jenkins, 65, of Elizabethtown, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. She was born March 12, 1960 to the late Albert and Mildred (Horn) MacLaren.
She was a custodian for the Elizabethtown area School Districts as a custodian for over 23 years. More than anything she enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. She was a loving mother and...
Matthew W. Gallagher
Jul 8, 2025
Matthew W. Gallagher, 99, of Elizabethtown, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at the Masonic Village, Elizabethtown. He was born June 15, 1926 to the late Matthew W. Gallagher, Sr., and Mary (Young) Gallagher.
A proud Navy veteran, and Petty Officer, Matthew served during both WWII and Korea. He was also a member and Past Master of Concordia Lodge...
Jan R. Pilsitz
Jul 7, 2025
Jan R. Pilsitz, 83, of Middletown passed away peacefully on Monday, July 7, 2025, at the Carolyn Croxton Slane Hospice Residence in Harrisburg. Born in Royalton, he was the son of the late Lewis and Ann (Hawk) Pilsitz. He was the loving husband for more than 40 years to the late Margaret “Peg” Pilsitz.
Jan served in the Army, serving a...
Patricia F. Stewart
Jul 7, 2025
Patricia F. Stewart, 75, of Middletown, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 7, 2025 at Hershey Medical Center. Born July 3, 1950 in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Robert E. and Dorothy J. (Fitzpatrick) Collins. She was married 38 years to John Stewart who passed away on June 19th.
Patricia was a 1969 graduate of Elizabethtown Area High...
Janice L. Swartzbaugh
Jul 7, 2025
Janice L. Swartzbaugh, 94, of Palmyra, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 7, 2025. She was born November 30, 1930 to the late Isaiah and Freda (Schultz) Lupp. She was predeceased by her loving husband, George Swartzbaugh, since April of 1989.
She was a graduate of Biglerville High School, class of 1948. She then went on to continue her education at...
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