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Deanna L. Walton, age 70, of Spring Grove, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2025 at Hospice & Community Care in Mount Joy, PA. Deanna was born in Hanover, PA on June 29, 1954 and was the daughter of the late Robert and Martha (Parks) Walton. She graduated from Westminster High School Class of 1972 and worked for St. Joseph Medical Center in Towson, MD for 27 years. Deanna later worked for WellSpan Health for over 17 years prior to her retirement. She was also known for authoring and writing Christian poetry and Christian short stories. Deanna is survived by her sister Carol King; and her brother-in-law Jeff Lohmeyer. She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother Ray...

Joseph D. Olah, age 75, of East York, passed away on September 16, 2024 at UPMC Memorial in York. He was the loving husband of Susan J. (Ciulla) Olah; together they shared 42 years of marriage. Joseph was born in Poughkeepsie, NY on August 17, 1949 and was the son of the late Joseph S. and Grace A. (Ackert) Olah. He was a former member of Poughkeepsie United Methodist Church and a current and active member of Asbury United Methodist Church in York where he served on the church council, and helped run the men's clothing closet and breakfast. Joseph also enjoyed reading, watching TV, biking, and growing hot peppers. In addition to his loving wife Susan, Joseph is survived by his...

Mary Jane (Myers) Plank, age 75, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family. Heaven is celebrating the arrival of a radiant spirit. She was the wife of the late James R. Plank, who passed away in 1999. Mary Jane was born in Lancaster on July 21, 1948 and was the daughter of the late Clyde Jacob and Mary Jane (Noden) Myers. She enjoyed horseback riding and crafting. She also attended Calvary Church with her son Steven and his family. She had a zest for living, always had a smile on her face, and had a wonderful sense of humor. Mary Jane was a natural-born caregiver. She was a licensed daycare provider for 22 years. Some of the children that Mary Jane cared for continued...

Wayne H. Rost, age 81, passed away peacefully at home on March 24, 2024 surrounded by his loving family after a courageous 3 year battle with cancer. He was the loving husband of Cheryl D. (Doll) Rost; together they shared 37 years of marriage. Wayne was born on September 20, 1942 and was the son of the late William A. and Pearl (Hart) Rost. He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corp, before being honorably discharged. He spent most of his working career in the mechanicals industry. He was a Master Plumber and HVAC contractor. He also taught Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration at York Technical Institute. Wayne enjoyed flying, boating, cars, and shooting, but...

William A. Igo, age 84, of York, passed away peacefully at home on January 5, 2024 after a lengthy battle with pancreatic cancer. He was the loving husband of A. Patricia (Rispoli) Igo; together they shared 58 years of marriage. William was born in Altoona, PA on January 2, 1940 and was the son of the late Ardell and Lilian (Frye) Igo. He was an avid basketball player in his youth and in 1959 was a member of the Altoona High School team that was the runner up for the State Basketball Championship. Later in life, William enjoyed coaching basketball, listening to music, and watching Penn State Football. After Retirement he enjoyed traveling, working in his yard, painting pictures, and...

Andrew "Andy" C. Brady, age 86, of Hanover, passed away peacefully at home on August 5, 2023. He was the loving husband of Patricia "Pat" A. Brady (Dubs); together they shared 58 years of marriage. Andy was born in Edgegrove in 1936 and was the son of the late Earl T. Brady and Dorothy B. Brady (Breighner). He graduated from Delone Catholic High School Class of 1955 and attended Mount Saint Mary's College in Emmitsburg, MD where he received a degree in accounting. He married his high school sweetheart in 1959, and enjoyed a long career in Finance with the United Telephone Company in Carlisle, which later merged with Sprint. After semi-retiring, he and his wife relocated back to the...

Heidemarie (Jones) Schott, age 79, of Gettysburg, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2023 at the Genesis Heath Care - Gettysburg Center. Heidemarie was born in Hanau, Germany on August 13, 1943 and was the daughter of the late William and Anne Marie Jones. In her younger years, Heidi enjoyed bowling and swimming at NCAD. She loved shopping and cooking, especially thanksgiving dinner when everyone gathered as a family. Heidemarie is survived by her children Carl F. Schott, Cheri L. Spigelmyer, and Dondi Staub and husband Richard; her 5 grandchildren; and her 8 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brothers Steven Jones and William Jones. Heidemarie was preceded in death by her...

Antonio Mosca, age 80, was called home to God on May 11, 2023 at Autumn House East in York, PA after an extended illness. He was the loving husband of Antonetta (DeMarco) Mosca. Antonio was born in Ortona, Italy on Oct. 20, 1942 and was the son of the late Biagio and Regina (Sacramone) Mosca. He proudly served in the Italian Navy from 1963-1964. Antonio immigrated to the United States in 1970 where he worked as a plumber for Lowenstern Plumbing and Buena Plumbing and Heating. He was a devout Catholic and was also a member of the North Italy Club, the Local 322 Pipefitter's Union, the Knights of Columbus, and his church choir. Antonio enjoyed farming, fishing, hunting, playing bocce,...

Barbara (Dailey) Noll, age 81, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2023 at Celebration Villa of York. She was the loving wife of the late Roy Noll. Barbara was born on January 12, 1942, and was the daughter of the late Charles Herbert and Rebeca (Swank) Dailey. She was raised by Paul and Rebeca Ziler. Barbara graduated from West Virginia University in 1963 with a bachelor's degree in home economics. She went on to work for Monongahela Power, State Farm Insurance Company, and later retired after 14 years from Allegheny Valley School District in 2005. She enjoyed cooking, sewing, and reading, and loved her family. Barbara is survived by her daughter Amy Hare and husband Dwight; her sons...

Nancy J. (Kendall) Carr, age 86, passed away peacefully on March 20, 2023 at Pappus House in York. Nancy was born in Harrisburg on September 9, 1936 and was the daughter of the late Robert and Catharine (Hoopes) Kendall. She was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Florida and enjoyed boating, water aerobics, reading, traveling, and large family dinners. Above all, Nancy cherished the time she spent with her loving family. Nancy is survived by her children Lynda Merkatz and partner Mark Updike and David Carr and wife Jennifer; her granddaughter Jessica Bishard; her son-in-law Daniel Houser; and numerous nieces and nephews. Nancy was preceded in death by her daughter Suzy Houser. A...

Arlene P. (Cox) Hufnagle, age 95, of Gettysburg, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2023 at UPMC West Shore in Mechanicsburg. She was the loving wife of the late Dennis F. Hufnagle who passed away in 1985. Arlene was born in Maryland Line, PA on July 14, 1927 and was the daughter of the late Ralph H. and Elva P. (Heaps) Cox. She graduated from Codorus Township High School. Arlene and her husband were the owners and teachers of Joan-Lee Beauty School in Carlisle from 1958 until 1980. She was also a parishioner of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Gettysburg. Arlene enjoyed crocheting, playing cards, jars, and going on cruises, her little dog Scrappi, but most of all was proud of her...

Fred James Bailey III, 71, of Hatfield, PA, passed away on Tuesday, November 8, 2022. He was the beloved husband of Carol (Garrett) Bailey deceased, having been married for 47 blessed years. Born November 22, 1950, in York, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Fred James II and Melna (Farmer) Bailey. Jim was a graduate of Northeastern Christian Junior College and Harding University with a BA in Biology. Jim served in the United States Army from 1972-1976 in the Biological Science Division. He was stationed at Presidio, San Francisco, CA and Fort Knox, KY. After an honorable discharge from the Army, Jim started his career at Merck, which fulfilled a dream to work for a leading...

Howard K. "Pete" Tate, Jr., 75, of York died of complications from cancer on Sunday, October 16, 2022, at UPMC Memorial Hospital in York, PA, surrounded by his family. Born in Salisbury, NC, on May 24, 1947, Pete was the son of the late Virginia Clapper Tate and the late Howard K. Tate, Sr. He and his family lived in Mooresville, NC, until they moved to Duncansville, and then later moved to Hollidaysburg where Pete graduated in the Hollidaysburg Area High School Class of 1965. Pete was an outstanding athlete at Hollidaysburg where he lettered in four sports, Baseball, Track, Wrestling and Football. He and two other grapplers were regularly referred to as "The Wrecking Crew." Pete was a...

Robert "Bob" Richards, 74, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, August 16, 2022. At his side was his loving wife of 53 years, Linda Richards (Young). Bob was born to John Richards and Grace Richards (Worth) on July 28, 1945. He was the third oldest of four children, and is survived by his brother, Tom Richards, and his sister, Ann Calp. His older brother, John, passed away in 2012. Bob grew up in Carroll County, and developed a love of sports, horses, and cars. After graduating from North Carroll High School in 1966, he and Linda began a relationship that would see them also settle in Carroll County where they started a family and raised their only child, Tim. Bob worked as a...

Melville E. Gordon, age 73, of Lewisberry, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2022 at his home. He was the loving husband of LaVonne L. (Larson) Gordon; together they shared over 36 years of marriage. Melville was born on September 21, 1948 and was the son of the late Allen and Isabelle (Smarr) Gordon. He proudly served his country in the United States Army before being honorably discharged. He then went on to work for International Harvester, Chromalloy for 27 years, and most recently Pratt & Whitney. Melville was an Eagle Scout just as his father, grandfather, and son, he enjoyed woodworking, making kids toys, was a movie buff, and enjoyed reading; he always had a book in his...

Melville E. Gordon, age 73, of Lewisberry, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2022 at his home. He was the loving husband of LaVonne L. (Larson) Gordon; together they shared over 36 years of marriage. Melville was born on September 21, 1948 and was the son of the late Allen and Isabelle (Smarr) Gordon. He proudly served his country in the United States Army before being honorably discharged. He then went on to work for International Harvester, Chromalloy for 27 years, and most recently Pratt & Whitney. Melville was an Eagle Scout just as his father, grandfather, and son, he enjoyed woodworking, making kids toys, was a movie buff, and enjoyed reading; he always had a book in his...

Sandra "Sandy" Gae Jean Kathleen (Bopp) Donaldson age 81, of McVeytown, passed away on Thursday June 9, 2022. Sandra was born on October 16, 1940 in Logan, West Virginia, and was the daughter of the late Bernard and Ruth Bopp. In addition to her parents, she was proceeded in death by her loving husband of 57 years Randy Arron Donaldson; and her sister Elaine. Sandy is survived by her children: Dale Amspacker and wife Ellen, Darren Amspacker and wife Tiffany, Desiree Reese and husband Mark, all of Lewistown, and Denise Dippery and husband Troy of Dover, PA; seven grandchildren, Aaron Amspacker and wife Jillian, Avery, Ashton, and Chad Amspacker, Nikole and Kennedy Reese, and Cortney...

Debra M. Dedad of Erie, Pa passed away peacefully on May 29th, 2022 at WellSpan Hospital in York, PA after a lengthy illness. She graduated from McDowell High School and Erie County Vo-Tech in 1978 and then worked for years in the food & beverage industry and school cafeterias in Erie and several other states while following her husband as a devoted Air Force spouse. She was hard working and always made a wonderful home for him and their daughter wherever she resided throughout those 20 years and beyond. Her unfailing dedication to family often went unnoticed at times, but could never be discounted in hindsight. Debra's selflessness and kindness along with her ability to suffer fools...

Millie "Sis", age 93, of York, passed away on March 5, 2022 at SpiriTrust Lutheran-Sprenkle Drive where she resided for the past 5 years. Millie was born in Sylvan, PA on July 12, 1928 and was the daughter of the late Roy E. and Mary L. (Gregory) Zimmerman. She graduated from Mercersburg High School Class of 1946, attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania, and later graduated from Thompson Business School. Millie then went on to work for the York Naval Ordnance Plant, where she was named Miss NOP; next as a medical secretary for Queen Surgical Associates and then as a receptionist for Jeffrey E. Flickinger & Co., Inc. where she later retired. Millie was a devoted member of Advent...

On January 6, 2022 Gaye E Shields was released from her earthly bonds to be welcomed by her heavenly father. She was born March 4, 1927 to Mary Jane Reed Miller and Moral Miller in Slaty Fork West Virginia on Dry Branch Road. She was predeceased by husband James William Shields, Sr; daughters Ramona Ann Shields and Jenny Lynn Barnstein; and grandson Leif Ericson Shock III. She is survived by daughter Priscilla Waldman and husband Rodger of Seven Valleys PA; son James William Shields, Jr of Frederick MD; Grandchildren Jessica, Douglas, Amber and Samantha; Great-grandchildren Ella, Abigail, Grayson, Max and Huxton. In her eyes, Gaye was born into a perfect community of love in Appalachia...

Jeffery C. Bracken, age 28, of Dallastown, passed away on October 24, 2021, at York Hospital. He was the loving husband of Toni M. (Hunt) Bracken. Jeff was born in Baltimore MD on June 5, 1993 and graduated from Dallastown High School class 2012 and earned a BS in IT from DeVry University in 2019. He worked in cyber security in the IT industry. In addition to his wife Toni, he is survived by his son Axl L. Bracken, his parents Wendy and Jeffery Bracken, his sister Samantha Bracken and her fianc?' Matt Siege, his cousins Tiffany Stieger, Stephanie Hamer and numerous nieces and nephews. Services and interment are being held privately by the family under the direction of Beck Funeral Home...