Cremation Society of Pennsylvania, Inc.

Earnest Gene Shetter, 97, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2021, at the Thornwald Home. Gene was the first child born in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, to Russell Benjamin Shetter and Florence Mae (Baker) Shetter. He graduated from Carlisle High School and went on to proudly serve his country by enlisting in the United States Navy. During his service, Gene completed a tour in the Mediterranean and later returned to the Naval Air Station in Alameda, California. Following his military service, Gene spent time pursuing baseball, earning the nickname "Whitey" as a left-handed pitcher in the Philadelphia Phillies farm system. He later found his lifelong passion in fishing and was an avid...

Marion Mae Sahm Hartley, age 97, of Williamsport, passed away December 6, 2025, at Rose View Nursing Home. Born July 26, 1928, in Williamsport, daughter of Robert Jenkins and Cora Jenkins. Marion was a devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great-great grandmother. She was a title clerk for Bill Frey Ford, then Fairfield Ford. She enjoyed many different crafts. She cherished her cat, Babe. She loved her time in Florida. Surviving are her daughter Jean Stump, five grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren and twenty-three great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her daughter Judith (Judy) Sahm, and her husbands Robert Sahm and William Hartley. A memorial...

Robert B. Brode, 98, of Mechanicsburg, PA, passed away Monday, December 1, 2025, at home in Mechanicsburg, PA. Born on March 31, 1927, in Vineland, NJ, Robert was the son of the late Raub and Ruth (Bennett) Brode. Robert was a graduate of Derry Township High School in 1944. He served in the United States Army from 1945 to 1946, which included active duty in World War II. Robert's employment history included working with jet engines at Olmstead Air Force Base, then as an equipment specialist at Mechanicsburg Naval Supply Depot which included a trip to Antarctica, and finally as a mailroom clerk for the Pennsylvania State Library. He retired from the Naval Depot in 1986 and the...

Dartha (Dottie) Jeann Rummel died Saturday, October 11th. She was born January 18, 1928 in Littlestown. She was the wife of the late Richard C. Rummel. Mrs. Rummel is survived by her children James (Lee) of Red Lion and Janene (Clifton) Beck of Dover, grandchildren Christian Rummel (I-Ching) of Los Angeles and Amanda Beck of Gettysburg and great grandchildren Chloe (Logan Berger-Kertzel) Beck of York, and Rowan and Willow Beck of Elizabethtown. In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by her grandson Clifton J Beck. At her request,there will be no services.

Shawn Bradley Peters passed away on October 7, 2025.

Dorothy "Dottie" Wyles Fluke August 3, 1928 - September 17, 2025 Dorothy "Dottie" Wyles Fluke, 97, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2025. Born in New Enterprise, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Hazel Ritchey Wyles and Paul Jacob Wyles. Dottie spent more than 30 years working in retail, where her warmth and humor made lasting impressions on coworkers and customers alike. She was a kind and loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend - loved by all who knew her. Dottie was preceded in death by her husbands, Theodore Fluke, Jr. and Howard Richard Shaffer; her daughter, Sharon Edwards; her stepson, John Shaffer; and sister, Shirley Amick. She...

Robert N. "Bob" N. Dankelmann passed away unexpectedly on Monday, September 8, 2025 at home. He was born in Chambersburg on September 7, 1952, and was the son of the late Norman C. and Marie A. (Ziegler) Dankelmann. Bob, a CASHS graduate, was employed in the cafeteria at Chambersburg Area Middle School South. He has been a member of the Franklin Fire Company for over 50 years. He enjoyed helping at the firehouse for special events and attending monthly meetings there. He enjoyed watching old TV shows like Andy Griffith, 3 Stooges, Svengooli and Rocky movies. He is survived by 3 sisters, Joyce (Ron) Landbeck of Shalimar, FL; Barbara Vance of Chambersburg; Norma Dankelmann of Chambersburg;...

Martha Steele McGinnis, 89, departed this life on September 5, 2025. She was the daughter of the late John and Naomi (Bushfield) Steele. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 62 years - William R. (Bill) McGinnis; two sisters - Joanne (Jody) Nicely and Nancy Burkhard. Martha graduated from Latrobe (PA) High School in 1953. She then enrolled at the Indiana (PA) School of Nursing in August 1953. A celebration of her life will be held on October 18, 2025 at 10:30 AM at the Latrobe United Presbyterian Church, 340 Spring Street in Latrobe, PA. To view Martha's full obituary, arrangements, and services, please go to: www.cremationofpennsylvania.com

Shelly A. Robinson, nee Schrecongost, of Carlisle, PA passed away peacefully in September 4, 2025 at the age of 94, with her family by her side. Shelly was the youngest born daughter to Marie and William Schrecongost of Punxsutawney, PA. Shelly was the loving wife of her high school sweetheart Richard A. Robinson (predeceased in 2003) and was married to him 6 months short of 50 years. She was also predeceased by her brother, William Schrecongost and sisters Katherine Nelson and Patricia Hoffman. She is survived by her son, Gary R. Robinson (Boiling Springs, PA) and daughter, Wendi K. Rice (Carlisle, PA), two granddaughters, Sarah M. Baratz (husband, Dr. Michael of Dover, Mass.) and Dr....

Earl F. Chronister, Jr., 80, passed away on Monday, March 17, 2025 at UPMC Harrisburg Hospital. Born March 5, 1945 in York, PA, he was the son of the late Earl F., Sr. and Bettie M. (Dennis) Chronister. He was the husband of Rodney R. Bickert. They were together for 40 years. Earl graduated from Dallastown Area High School in 1963. He was employed in various positions including technical services and acquisitions at Dauphin County Library System at Walnut Street in Harrisburg. Also, engraving at Smith Advertising and Lee Wayne Corporation in Dillsburg. In addition to enjoying time with his family, he also loved model railroading and flower gardens. There will be no...

William E Bly, age 77, of Abbottstown, passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at UPMC Harrisburg. Born March 13, 1948, in Carlisle, PA, son of Roy M Bly and Catherine Cole. He served in the Army where he went to Vietnam, earning a Bronze Star. He was a lifelong truck driver, finishing his career at Ag-com/Soy Energy. He was a member of the American Legion and VFW, an avid gambler, and loved to sing karaoke, hunt, fish and travel. Surviving are: daughter Kelly M. Millhimes and her husband Scott; sisters Joyce Keefauver and Judy McGuire; 5 grandchildren Scott II, Dalton, Alexis, Haley and Kaylen. He was preceded in death by his wife Mazie Gardner Bly, son Jamie Bly, mother and...

Richard C. Statler, 95, of Chambersburg died on Monday, November 18, 2024 in Chambersburg Hospital. He was born on February 5, 1929 to Chester and Elsie Statler. His wife of 63 years, Donna (Wright) Statler died on September 14, 2014. Richard retired from General Tire where he was a tire salesman. Dick and Donna spent many years as "snow birds" in Sebring, Florida. He is survived by daughters Patricia (John) Reese of Chambersburg, LuAnn Matheson of Hagerstown, MD and Tracey (Drew) Ecelberger of Palm Harbor, FL. He is also survived by 9 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. He is survived by four siblings, Maxine Heckman, Phyllis Stouffer, Milton Statler...

Mary Ellen (Long) Bobb, age 101, of New Cumberland, peacefully passed away Tuesday October 1, 2024, at Rest Haven York. Mary was born February 25, 1923, in Harrisburg, the daughter of the late Raymond Long and Ethel (Sprenkle) Long. She was married to her high school sweetheart Frank Elmer Bobb for 72 years, before his passing in 2016. Mary served our country as a nurse in the Women's Army Corp and served during WWII. She also worked as an ER nurse at Harrisburg Hospital, and for the State of Pennsylvania. Mary loved to cook, fish, and crochet, and made the best sand tart cookies, and the nurse in her always made sure everyone else was taken care of. She was a member of Baughman United...

Margaret Grant, 73 of Houston Texas, died Thursday Sept. 26, 2024. Born Sept. 6, 1951; Service 12 pm on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at Cremation and Burial Society of Pennsylvania, Inc., 4100 Jonestown Road, Harrisburg, PA 17109 and visitation 11 am-12 pm at the funeral home. To leave condolences at: www.cremationofpennsylvania.com

Elvira H. Herring, 99 of Hanover, PA died September 20, 2024 at Hanover Hall Nursing Home. She was born in Palmerton, PA on December 24, 1924, daughter of Warren and Margaret (Whildin) Holmes of Lansford, PA. On June 30, 1948 she married Wayne S. Herring, who preceded her in death in 2016. She graduated from Lansford High School in 1942 and Penn State University in 1946, with a degree in Home Economics. Following graduation, Elvira taught Home Economics at E. Maunch Chunk High School and Bellefonte High School, while Wayne completed his education at Penn State. She later taught Home Economics and Home and Family Living at Southwestern High School and Emory Markle Middle School in Hanover...

Anna Mital Yenchko, 101, of Mechanicsburg, PA, passed away, June 30, 2024. To read the obituary at: www.dignitymemorial.com

Christopher C. Minch, Palmyra, PA was called to his heavenly home on June 27, 2024 after a long illness. He was raised in Xenia, OH by his loving parents the late Charles Minch and Mary (Morgan) Minch. He graduated from Wright State University and Temple University. He retired from the Lebanon VA Medical Center as a licensed clinical social worker after 30 years of service. He had a great sense of humor and was very kind and compassionate. He was a critical thinker, liked to discuss issues, enjoyed watching tennis matches, football, and vacationing with his wife to Cape May, NJ and the New England states and other destinations. He and his wife loved taking cruises. He was a...

Charlotte L McCleary, 76, of Chambersburg, passed away on Thursday, June 20, 2024 at her home. Born December 10, 1947 in Chambersburg, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Jean Poe. She got her GED. She was employed at J. Schoneman for many years. She was a seamstress. She loved her cats, she loved going shopping and going to lunch with family. She is survived by two daughters, Amy College (Ron) of Chambersburg, Mary Lou Goetz of Mercersburg, and four grandchildren Austin, Arron, Barb and Stevie. She has a brother Gary Poe (Linda) of St. Thomas, Charlie Poe (Jane) of Shippensburg, a sister Sharon Barnhart (Roger) of Waynesboro. Charlotte was preceded in death by her brother...

Michael Lee Conrad, 67, of Mechanicsburg PA died Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at UPMC West Shore Hospital. He graduated from Mechanicsburg Area High School in 1974 (Wildcats). He was a very accomplished athlete through high school. He played and lettered in football, basketball, baseball, and continued his love of sports in softball, golf and bowling. Mike went on to play basketball at Shippensburg State University for a brief period and was also asked to tryout as quarterback for the Chambersburg Cardinals. Prior to working and retiring from Winding Hill Window Washing Company, Mike (Mook) held multiple jobs from managing a clothing manufacturing facility to managing at Trindle Bowl Center in...

Fred Kirk was born in Newport, Rhode Island. He was the son of Frederick Kirk and Elizabeth A. Kelly. He married Glory D. Kirk (Mellott) July 2004, in addition to his wife surviving are brothers, Dave (Jody), Darrin (Jennifer); sisters, Lisa Schepps and Tracy Eckenrode (Chris); sons, Bradley Kirk (Amanda), Brandon Kramer (Toni), D.J Kramer (Jess); and many nieces and nephews. Frederick attended Altoona High. His life took many turns, but he ended back in Altoona 2002 and was a popular D.J. Captain Kirk. He was a life member of the Bavarian and belonged to most Altoona area clubs. There will be no viewing or services at his request.

Richard Charles Phillips passed on February the 19th 2024, in hospice care. Richard of Carlisle, Pennsylvania formerly of Plymouth, Pennsylvania was born in 1952. He was the son of the late David J Phillips and Evangeline (Brown) Phillips. He was a graduate of West Side Tech class of 1971, Lackawanna College, Scranton, and York College of Pennsylvania. Richard was a CPA and spent his working years in Hospital and Non-profit administration. His last job was working for Northwestern Human Health Services. When he was not serving on various board positions on non-profits in the South-Central Pennsylvania area he could be found enjoying a poker game with friends. He never forgot his Plymouth...