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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...

Doral H. Teetz, age 84, of Tamaqua, PA passed away January 13, 2024 at Rosewood Nursing Home. Born October 29, 1939 in Gloversville, NY the son of the late Harvey RJ Teetz and Elizabeth Allen. Doral served in the US Marines for 4 years and in the US Navy for 21 years. He was a member of St. Joseph's Episcopal Church in Newberry, FL for over 30 years. Along with his parents, Doral is preceded in death by his wife, Linda. Surviving are his sons, Doral Jr. (Amber), Harvey, and James (Michelle) Teetz. Granddaughters, Morgan, Laurel, and Brittany. Three nephews and two nieces. Services will be held at the convenience the family.

Joseph P. Dunn, Sr, age 93, of Lancaster, PA passed away on November 26 at St Anne's Retirement Community. Born April 28, 1930 in Providence RI, son of Paul T Dunn Sr and Ann V. O'Rourke. Joe was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, friend and pillar of the community. He was a veteran who served in Korea (twice) and spent most of his career as a civilian modelmaker for the US Army at Aberdeen Proving Ground. Joe was a volunteer fireman/EMT in Aberdeen & Perryman, MD; after moving to Lancaster, he delivered Meals on Wheels for twenty years; and was a devoted Lion, serving as President of the Willow Street chapter. Joe is survived by his wife, Stella Dunn, his...

The Right Reverend Charlie Fuller McNutt, Jr., 92, peacefully entered God's kingdom surrounded by family on October 25, 2023 at Bethany Village, Mechanicsburg, PA. Charlie served 1 1/2 years as Bishop Coadjutor and 13 1/2 years as Diocesan Bishop of The Episcopal Diocese of Central Pennsylvania. He then served another 2 1/2 years as Chief Operating Officer of the National Episcopal Church in New York City. He retired in 1998. In 1974 McNutt was called to Trinity Church in Martinsburg, WV. While there he was active in community affairs serving as chairman of the Mayor's Housing Committee, and later as member of City Council. He was among those who were instrumental in founding...

Joseph "Joe" E. McIntyre, 90, of Elizabethtown, PA passed away on Monday August 21, 2023, at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Atlantic City, NJ on September 4, 1932, Joe was the eldest son of the late Joseph and Eleanor McIntyre. Joe grew up in Olney Philadelphia where he was a graduate of Dobbins Vocational High School. He was retired from Tastykake where he was a salesman for 33 years from 1954 to 1987 and from Princeton University where he worked in campus operations. A lifelong Philadelphia Eagles fan, Joe was also active for many years as a Little League coach and manager in the Middletown Athletic Association. Joe was a Mason and member of Bristol Lodge No. 25 for 57 years; he...

Lillian Santos Alek aged 88 departed from this life on August 2nd, 2023. Born August 8th, 1934 to parents Manuel Santos and Lillian Luciano Santos Moore. Lillian embodied a life of hard work and dedication. She was a self-employed cosmetologist for many years in Jamestown, NY. Not only did she offer cosmetology services but shared joy and friendship to her many clients. She brought her artistic skills to the Bon-ton in Harrisburg, Pa where she worked in the cosmetic department. Until recently she enjoyed working in Food Service at Dauphin Schools, Harrisburg, PA. Lillian was a culinary enthusiast who spent her spare time in the kitchen where her family enjoyed countless hours sharing meals....

Louise "Skip" Walterick Kehr, 95, of Frederick, MD, peacefully passed away at Homewood at Crumland Farms on May 22, 2023. She was born on October 13, 1927 in Chambersburg, PA, to the late Dorney R. and Miriam L. (Hostetter) Walterick. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 68 years, Clifton L. Kehr, and a sister, Helen Jayne Krebs. Louise grew up and graduated from high school in York, PA. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Besides her great love of family, Louise's faith led her into many volunteer services in her church life. In 1976, she studied for two years to become a deacon in the Order of St. Stephen. In addition to serving in her...

J. Marie Frey, age 84, of Carlisle, PA passed away on Sunday, May 7, 2023. Born February 13, 1939 in Lurgan Twp., PA the daughter of the late Oscar R. and Esther J. Myers. Marie was an avid reader and enjoyed jigsaw puzzles. She was athletic while walking at the mall with a close knit group of friends. Marie was a devout Christian. Along with her parents, Marie was preceded in death by siblings: Oscar R. Myers, Robert L. Myers, Thomas K. Myers, Billie A. Myers, Richard L. Myers, Letha E. Leedy, and J. Jack Myers. Surviving are a son: Lance Frey. Siblings: Jane Arlene McDole, Betty A. Graham, and Rodney L. Myers. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to The National...

Jeffrey G. Conway, age 75, of Carlisle, passed away April 12 at his home. Surviving are his children Chris Conway and wife Jill Conway, Janna Brandt and husband Jason Brandt, David Conway and wife Jennifer Conway. He is also survived by his grandchildren Kellen, Presley, Alyssa and Cassidy, and his wife Leslie Conway. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family.

John W. Mohler, age 93, passed peacefully from this life on Tuesday, March 28, 2023. He was born on May 7, 1929 to John H. and Margaret (Wagner) Mohler in Newville, PA. John was well known in the area as an expert furnace mechanic. He worked for Aero Oil, Dauphin Oil, and Hertzler Oil companies. He retired after 19 years in the heating section at the Naval Supply Depot in Mechanicsburg. John continued working for himself into his late eighties until his vision and health forced him to finally stop. He had also served in the US Army from August 1948 to July 1952 with the 523rd Company of the Pipeline Engineers. John spent much of his service time in Okinawa and Korea. In addition...