On Feb 4, 2021, Gale Bear of Mechanicsburg passed away at 82 in the home she loved, surrounded by the gardens she tended with such joy and care. She was born on September 30, 1938 in Camp Hill, PA to Israel and Mabel (Cope) Gross in an Old Order Mennonite household. Her adult life was shaped by many things but domestic violence, stalking, and the aftermath of that loomed large. She was an indomitable and determined survivor who worked two jobs and ran a business to single-handedly support her six children. She took over her mother's market stand at the West Shore Farmer's Market, preserving it for the third generation. Mid-life would see her bloom. Her love of and interest in people...

Harold Stanton Davis Jr., of Dillsburg, Pa., passed away on Fri., Jan. 29, 2021. Harold is survived by his wife, Linda (Stambaugh) Davis, his brother Greg of IL and his sister, Shirley Ogburn of York Springs, Pa. For a complete obituary and to sign an online guestbook please visit www.cocklinfuneralhome.com

Dennis R. Bookwalter, 60, of Carlisle passed away Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at the UPMC Carlisle Regional Medical Center. For a complete obituary and to sign an online guestbook please visit www.cocklinfuneralhome.com

Betty L. Shettel, 83, of Carlisle passed away Wednesday, December 30, 2020, at her home. Services will be Tuesday, January 5, 2021, at 2:00 PM in the Mt. Pleasant Church of God, Dillsburg. A viewing will be held Tuesday from 1-2 pm at the church. For a complete obituary and to sign an online guestbook please visit www.cocklinfuneralhome.com

John W. Vogelsong, 64, returned to his heavenly home on December 28th, 2020 after a valiant battle with COVID-19. His devotion to his family and his firm belief in God supported him in his struggle and ultimately gave him peace. John was born on August 28th, 1956 in Sunbury, PA to Virginia Vogelsong and the late Lester E Vogelsong Sr of Mechanicsburg, PA. John was a graduate of Mechanicsburg Area High School and Cumberland Perry VoTech, where he fine-tuned his passion for carpentry. He was a veteran of the United States Army who carried a true love of his country in his heart. He was a life member of the VFW Post 6704 and a member of the American Legion Post 26. He was retired after 30...

William (Bill) F. Kula of Dillsburg passed away December 26, 2020 at the Harrisburg Hospital. He was born in York Run, PA on March 5th, 1946. He graduated from Fairchance Georges High School in 1964 and received a teaching degree from West Virginia University in 1970. He taught art for 35 years at Northern York School District. He was involved with the Lower Allen VFW, Post 7530, American Legion, Post 26 and South Mountain VFW, Post 6771 where he ran the beloved Thursday Night Dart League. He loved to spend time fishing, boating and greatly enjoyed his days at the beach. He is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, Mary; daughter Carol Lynn Wirfel (Steve) and Katherine Kula, both of...

Rita Y. Pendlyshok (95), formerly of Avonmore, passed away at Arden Courts in Harrisburg on December 11. She was predeceased by Mike Pendlyshok, her husband of 67 years. Rita was an active member of St. Ambrose Roman Catholic Church in Avonmore, and she was a charter member of the town's historical society. Because of her love of history, she enjoyed traveling throughout the country and had visited Europe several times. She owned and operated Rita's Beauty Shop in her home, and she worked as a beautician well into her eighties. An avid gardener, she always looked forward to planting spring flowers. She was proud of her Italian heritage. She enjoyed making wedding soup and baking...

Dr. Robert Worman was born in Hatfield, PA to Omar and Stella Worman in 1924 and died on September 27, 2020 at age 95 at Messiah Village. He is survived by Winifred Hostetter, his wife of 71 years and four children , Kent (Gina) of Atlanta, GA; Craig (Diana) of Telford, PA; Scott (Pam) of Rancho Santa Fe, CA; Linda of Mechanicsburg, PA; his sister, Marie Pipkin of Keizer, OR; and eight grandchildren. He attended Messiah College and completed his undergraduate degree at Wheaton College. Having a sense of calling to medical missions, Bob enrolled in Jefferson Medical College from which he graduated in 1950. Years of internship and residency followed and he completed requirements for Board...

Kenneth Richard Potts, 95, of Wellsville went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, September 18, 2020. He was born August 28, 1925, in Blacklog, PA the son of the late William H. and Hazel S. (Bilger) Potts. Kenneth was the widower of Helen Elizabeth Potts. He is survived by six children; William (Virginia), Michael (Linda), James (Vicki), Kathy (Luther) Burkholder, Edward, Steven Lipko (Janice); four grandchildren, Kristin (Ahmed), Michael (Karen), Milette, Angie (Damien); four great-grandchildren, Imran, Simon, Breanne, Julia; one sister, Doris M. Powell of Steelton; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, James R. Potts. The family wishes to thank...

Grace L. Hartsock, 89, of Mechanicsburg, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 9, 2020, at the home of her son in Mechanicsburg. Grace was the widow of Dewey A. Hartsock. Services will be held Tuesday, September 15, 2020, at 11:00 am in her church, Christian Life Assembly, 2645 Lisburn Road, Camp Hill, PA. Viewings will be held Monday from 6-8 pm in the Cocklin Funeral Home, Inc., 30 N. Chestnut St., Dillsburg and on Tuesday from 10-11 am at the church. For a complete obituary and to sign an online guestbook please visit www.cocklinfuneralhome.com

Willodeen Mae Thumma, age 90, of Mechanicsburg, passed away August 28, 2020 at the Church of God Home, Carlisle. For her complete obituary, visit www.cocklinfuneralhome.com.

Robert David King, 73, of Dillsburg passed away Sunday, August 23, 2020, at his home. He was retired from the Harrisburg Post Office and was a member of the Bowmansdale Church of God. Robert is survived by his wife, Ruth A. (Karns) King; two sons, Richard D. King (Jeanine) of Dillsburg, Ronald A. King (Karen) of Dillsburg; one brother, James E. King (Carolyn) of Mechanicsburg; two grandchildren, Christopher D. King and Brittany N. (King) Ishler; and several nieces and nephews. Services will be held Tuesday, September 1, 2020, at 11:00 am in the Bowmansdale Church of God, 101 East Lisburn Rd., Mechanicsburg, PA A viewing will be held Tuesday from 9:30 am-11:00 am at the church....

Lora E. Carnell, 95, and wife of the late Curtis T. Carnell, both from Bartow, GA passed away on August 19, 2020, at the Gardens of West Shore Nursing Home, Camp Hill, PA. She was the daughter of the late Kendrick Smith and Jewell Josie Smith of Bath, SC. She is the sister of the late Jake, Jim, Ken, Floyd Smith and Eunice Quackenbush and survived by her brother Barry Smith of Bath, SC. Lora is also survived by two sons, Donald Carnell of Lutz, FL and Richard Carnell of Colonial Park, PA; four daughters Linda Martin of Dillsburg, Vivian Happel of Orlando, FL, Susan Nell of Biglerville, and Elizabeth Shaulis of Gardners. She has ten grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Lora worked...

Paul Andrew Walters, age 73, of Dillsburg, died on August 17,2020, after a long ongoing health battle. Mr Walters is survived by his loving wife Bonita (Sicola) Walters and two daughters Shannon Ulm Walters and Shelby Paxton. Four grandchildren Shea, Haydn, Asher, and Henle. Also is survived by a sister Rita (Walters) Dilling of Altoona PA. Born in Altoona PA on May 18, 1947 to Sheldon and Helen Walters. He Graduated from Altoona High School and joined the Marines. Mr Walters was a Marine Veteran of the Vietnam War where he received a Purple Heart, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnamese Campaign Service Medal, and Vietnam Service Medal. After his service in the Marine Corp he...

Carol Ann Romito, 74, of Dillsburg, passed away Wednesday, July 1, 2020, at the Holy Spirit Hospital, Camp Hill. She was born February 2, 1946, in York the daughter of the late Wilbert D. and Louise E. (Bruggeman) Stambaugh. She was a member of Cedar Hill Baptist Church, Dillsburg and SASS. Carol is survived by her husband, Robert E. Romito, Sr. Her sons: Robert E Romito, Jr. and his wife, Jennifer, of Dillsburg and John J. Romito, of Dillsburg. Her sisters: Nancy Houseal, of York and Paulette Poe, of Dover and 2 Grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Carol was predeceased by her daughter, Tabatha L. Romito and her brother, Richard Stambaugh. Services will be held at a later...

George M. Alexander, 66, of Dillsurg, PA died June 11, 2020. He passed peacefully at home after suffering a brief illness from brain cancer. He was born in Johnstown, PA to George P. Alexander and the late Peg (Smith) Alexander. George graduated from Portage High School, where he played baseball, football and basketball. He was a golden gloves boxer and played semi-pro baseball. He earned his BS degree in secondary education from Mansfield University and his Master's Degree from Duquesne University. He taught at Cowanesque Valley for 3 years and then at Susquenita as a reading specialist for 30 years. After retiring from teaching and coaching, George worked as a personal fitness...

Foster E. Baker, of Carlisle, passed away Saturday, May 23rd, 2020 at Perry Village, New Bloomfield. Foster was born September 29th, 1930 in Dillsburg, Pennsylvania, the son of the late Harry & Mabel (Dick) Baker. Foster was the widower of Evelyn E. (Stone) Baker. He is survived by his son, Douglas Baker & wife Tina, of Shermans Dale. His daughter, Cathy Baker, of Carlisle. Two granddaughters and 8 great-grandsons. Memorial services will be held at a later date. For a complete obituary and to sign an online guestbook please visit www.cocklinfuneralhome.com

Suzanne J. Marx, 69, of Dillsburg and formerly of Altoona passed away Sunday, March 29, 2020, at the home of her daughter. Services will be held at a later date. For future services and to view a complete obituary and to sign an online guestbook please visit www.cocklinfuneralhome.com

Hubert C. "Skip" Smith, 89, of State College, PA passed away Saturday, February 15, 2020, in the Mount Nittany Medical Center, State College. He was born June 20, 1930, in Dillsburg, PA the son of the late Colonel Charles S. and Ethel (Coulson) Smith. Hubert was an Associate Professor Emeritus of Aerospace Engineering at Penn State University. He graduated from the former Dillsburg High School, class of 1948, and went on to receive a B.A. in Liberal Arts from Gettysburg College, and a B.S. and M.S. in Aeronautical Engineering from Penn State University. In 1978 he received a Ph.D. in Systems Engineering from The University of Virginia. He served for two years as a U.S. Air Force officer,...

Chris W. Klugh, 59, of Camp Hill, and formerly of Dillsburg and Boiling Springs, passed away January 1, 2020 at his home. For a complete obituary, visit www.cocklinfuneralhome.com.