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Carissa A. Mecum, 25, of Camp Hill passed Thursday, April 28, 2022, as the result of a motorcycle accident. She was born August 21, 1996, in Lock Haven, PA the daughter of Heidi M. Linsenbach and her husband Brian of Dillsburg and Donald J. Mecum, Jr. of Trout Run. Carissa was a graduate of Northern York County High School, class of 2014 and was employed by thredUP Distribution Center in Mechanicsburg. She is survived in addition to her parents by one sister, Kera Mecum and her companion Tyler Linsenbach of Dillsburg; one brother, Kyle Kline of York; maternal grandparents, Susan O'Keefe of Marysville and Stephen Adlon of Wellsville; two nieces, Ashlynn Kline, Bailey Linsenbach; three...

Elaine H. Baylis, 75, of York, PA passed away Friday, April 22, 2022, at her home. She was born June 23, 1946, in Wilmington, DE the daughter of the late Herbert and Muriel (Brown) Hunt. Elaine was a retired Secretary having worked for the University of Delaware, DuPont, The King's College, Messiah College, and the Indiana Wesleyan University. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church of York and the Women Ministries. Elaine also was a member of the Heritage Senior Center in Dover. She enjoyed cross-stitching, antiquing, refinishing furniture, jig saw puzzles and word search puzzles. Elaine is survived by her husband of 53 years, Bayard O. Baylis; two daughters, Theresa Burgard,...

Mary C. (Kitty) Sheffer, 98, of Monroe Township went into the presence of the Lord on Friday, April 22, 2022, at her home. Kitty was preceded in death (2007) by her husband, Dennis A. Sheffer, to whom she was married for 57 years. Services will be held at Crossroads Bible Church, 1022 York Road, Monroe Township, Dillsburg, PA 17019 on April 30, 2022, with Pastor Gregory L. Sheffer, her son, officiating. Interment will follow at Dillsburg Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM until the start of the Memorial Service at 11:00 AM at Crossroads Bible Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Crossroads Bible Church. For a complete obituary and to...

Martin Gene Popola, 75, of Dillsburg passed away Sunday, March 27, 2022, at his home. He was born July 31, 1946, in Latrobe, PA the son of the late Martin S. and Wilma M. (Valla) Popola. Martin was a retired Catographic Manager from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation after 33 years of service. He was a graduate of Joliet Township High School, class of 1964 and Joliet Jr. College, class of 1967 and attended Western Kentucky University. He enjoyed traveling and was a former coach and officer for Dillsburg Little League Baseball. Martins hobbies included hunting, fishing, golf, bowling, sports car clubs, motorcycles, geocaching and the munzee game. Martin is survived by his wife...

Bernice A. Simonetti, 71, formerly of Dillsburg passed away Tuesday, March 8, 2022, at Pro Medica Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Carlisle. She was born August 12, 1950, in Lewistown the daughter of the late Anthony and Mary (Condron) Simonetti. Bernice is survived by one sister, Patricia L. Davis of Dillsburg; three brothers, Gary L. Simonetti of Harrisburg, Dallas Manley of Phoenix, AZ and Donald Baker of Reedsville.. She was preceded in death along with her parents by a brother, John Roberts. Services will be held Wednesday, March 16, 2022, 11:00 am at the Cocklin Funeral Home, Inc., 30 N. Chestnut St., Dillsburg. A viewing will be held one hour prior to the service. Burial follow...

Mark L. Maines, 57, of Dillsburg, PA went home to be with Jesus on Monday, February 28, 2022. He was born December 29th, 1964, in Muncy, PA the son of the late Andrew and Alice (Kuntz) Maines of Hughesville, PA. Mark graduated from Pleasant View Christian Academy in 1983 and received a degree in radiography from Williamsport Area Community College. He moved to the greater Harrisburg area in 1989 and worked as a radiologic technologist and later as a patient transport caregiver at Messiah Lifeways in Mechanicsburg, PA. Mark met the love of his life, Kathy, in 2002 at the former New Creation church in Dillsburg, PA where they were married in 2003. While members of New Creation Church, Mark...

Kathy J. Progar, 63, of Mechanicsburg joined the Lord peacefully on Monday, February 14, 2022, at home after yearlong battle with pancreatic cancer. Kathy is survived by her husband of 36 years, Philip Progar, her two children, Jenae Progar, Joshua Progar, and daughter-in-law Emma Progar. A celebration of life service will be held Monday, February 21st, 2022, at 11:00 am at the West Shore Evangelical Free Church, 1345 Williams Grove Rd., Mechanicsburg, PA, 17055. For the full obituary, please visit www.cocklinfuneralhome.com

Charles Russell Altland, Jr., went to be with the Lord on January 19, 2022. He was born May 30, 1927, in York the son of the late Charles and Violet Altland of Dover. He is survived by his wife of 74 years, Gloria Smith Altland, of Dover. He is also survived by two children, LuAnn Altland (Edward Harbold) of Dillsburg and James Altland (Sue) of Vermont, and Steve Morret, son in law. He was preceded in death by two children, Charlie Altland, III of Dover and his daughter, Nancy Altland Morret, of Dillsburg. Together they have many grandchildren and great-grandchildren in which they loved spending time with. Russ and Gloria were the proprietors of Dillsburg Sheet Metal Works where Russ...

Irene E. Updegraff, 97, formerly of Dillsburg, passed away on January 5, 2022 at her daughters' home in Carlisle, PA under the care of Hospice of Central PA and her daughters. Irene was born September 27, 1924 in York County, PA, the daughter of Charley and Annie Worley Beard. In addition to residing in Wellsville, Dillsburg and Carlisle, she also lived in Safety Harbor, FL for a number of years. She retired as a mail clerk from McCrorys. Irene enjoyed and was an excellent candy maker and cake decorator. She also won prizes for her knitting and crocheting projects. She is survived by her two daughters, Joyce Myers Chadwell of Carlisle and Ann (Anna Beard) Rhoades also of Carlisle along...

Elaine Kay Wengert of Mechanicsburg, PA, died at home on Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2022, following a long illness She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Paul A. Wengert, MD; daughter and son-in-law Karin L. and Craig M. Beam of Lewisberry; granddaughters Rylee J. and Paige A. Beam; and siblings Janet K. Abreu (Pittsboro, NC), Larry F. Crider (Thailand), and Gail L. Crider (Hot Springs, NC). She was the daughter of Alfred E. Crider and Martha Wengert Crider, both deceased. Despite the difficulties of her illness, Elaine remained true to the character that was forged in her early years to the very end, maintaining her gentle demeanor, consummate good manners, and devotion to her family. ...

Harold R. Anderson Surrounded by his family, Harold R. Anderson (Hal) went home to Heaven on December 28, 2021. His granddaughter Camryn passed away on December 5, 2021. We can easily imagine she greeted him saying, "Grandpa. You are going to love it here". Hal was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. There were no strangers to Hal who would befriend any person and any dog that crossed his path. With his genuine personality and sense of humor he made people feel comfortable and valued right away. Hal's values of faith in Jesus Christ, family and patriotism were reflected in his life. His happiest days were spent preparing to host family and friends in his...

Bruce Delmar Binner, 93, of Dillsburg passed away Thursday, December 23, 2021, at Celebration Villa, Dillsburg. He was born September 26, 1928, in Dillsburg and was one of eight children to the late Harry W. and Helen R. (Kline) Binner. Delmar was retired after forty-one years as a Foreman at the Navy Depot, Mechanicsburg. He served his country during the Korean War in the U.S. Army. Delmar was a member of Harmony Church and recently attended the Cedar Hill Baptist Church, both in Dillsburg. He was a member of the Northern York County Historical and Preservation Society, Charter member of the Dillsburg American Legion, and was a former member of the International Order of Odd Fellows in...

Michael L. Jacobs, 74, of Dillsburg, amazing husband, father, Pappy, and friend went to be with his Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 13th, 2021. For a compete obituary and to sign an online guestbook please visit www.cocklinfuneralhome.com

Olive M. Martin, 78, of Carlisle and formerly of Centerville passed away Friday, December 10, 2021, at the U.P.M.C. Carlisle Regional Medical Center. She was born August 20, 1943, in Centerville the daughter of the late Joseph C. and Olive R. (Taylor) Martin. Olive was retired after 36 years of service from the former Hoffman Mills in Shippensburg. She was a member of the Centerville Lutheran Church, Newville. Olive enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, crafting and bird-watching. She was an avid animal lover and cherished her previous dogs Lucky, Velvet, Troubles, and Sassy. Olive is survived by her daughter, Christina M. Anderson (Tom) of Dillsburg; two sisters, Ethel Campbell...

On Wednesday, December 1, 2021, Lewis Warrington Smedley Jr., of Dillsburg PA, passed away at age 92 in Newville PA. Lewis was born October 7, 1929, in Camden NJ, to Lewis Sr. and Helen (Vandegrift) Smedley. He was a graduate of Audubon High School in NJ. He proudly served his country in the 40th Infantry Division during the Korean War installing communications equipment. Prior to being drafted and after returning home from Korea he worked for Bell Telephone of PA until his retirement in 1985. Lewis, who went by Lew, had a lifelong love of learning and a never ending curiosity. Lew also loved woodworking, genealogy, fishing, canoeing, and a general love of puttering around the home. ...

Mary Ellen Slothower, 87, a lifelong resident of Wellsville, PA passed away Friday, November 26, 2021. She was born August 11, 1934, in Cumberland, MD the daughter of the late Clare E. and Nellie (Carder) Raines. Mary Ellen is survived by her loving husband of 69 years, Ira "Jim" Slothower. Mary Ellen had five sons: Dennis (wife, Luana) of Wellsville, Mark (wife, Celeste) of Middletown, Scott (wife, Valarie) of Dillsburg, Edward, deceased (wife, Julie of Dover), and Ira J., III (wife, Karen) of York Haven. She had seven grandchildren: Andrew, Joshua, Zackery, Ian, Adrienne, David, Michael and twelve great-grandchildren. She is survived by a sister, Donna Foley of North Carolina and was...

Theodore T. Prindle, 80, of Dillsburg, PA passed away Saturday, November 20, 2021, at the Penn State Health- Hershey Medical Center. He was born January 18, 1941, in Iowa City, IA the son of the late Thomas and Evelyn (Moore) Prindle. Ted was a retired truck driver. He was a member of the Friends of Gifford Pinchot and was a board member of the Friends of Pinchot. Ted also served as campground host coordinator at Gifford Pinchot campground for many years. Ted is survived by his wife Rose D. (Garrity) Prindle; three sons, Shawn R. Prindle of New Freedom, Thomas B. Prindle (Gloria) of Appleton, WI, Jeffrey L. Prindle (Jodi) of New Cumberland; five grandchildren, Jesse, Caitlyn, Isaac...

On September 20, 2021 Sherrie Jay Shettel-Caudill 59 of Carlisle, went home to Our Lord. Sherrie passed away in the Harrisburg Hospital with loving family by her side. She is survived by her son, Jacob L.T. Caudill of York Haven, PA and her daughter, Jerah J.K. Caudill of Carlisle, PA. Sherrie had five grandchildren. She was the sister to Jay E. Shettel of Berryville, VA and Lisa L Kyle (James) of Spotsylvania, VA. She had her beloved Aunt Nancy (Bill) in Ashville, NC and her dear Uncle Russell (Kathy), Dillsburg, PA. Services will be held Saturday, October 2, 2021, at 11:00 am in the Mt. Pleasant Church of God, 146 S. York Rd., Dillsburg, PA with a visitation from 9-11 am. Those who...

Judith A. (Harbst) Grassmyer, 80, of Dillsburg, PA passed away Friday evening, August 27th, 2021 at Cumberland Crossings, Carlisle. She was born January 13th, 1941 in McVeytown, Mifflin County, PA, the daughter of the late Harry and Verna Carper Harbst. Judith was a retired secretary, having worked for the Rite Aid Warehouse, Shiremanstown, for 25 years. She was a graduate of Roth Rock High School, class of 1959. Judith also attended Calvary Baptist Church, York, PA. Judith is survived by her devoted husband, John I. Grassmyer. Her loving sons: Mark S. Grassmyer and his wife Carrie of York, PA; Todd A. Grassmyer and Troy P. Grassmyer, both of Dillsburg. 6 grandchildren and 5...

Barbara S. Heffner, 84, of Dillsburg passed away Sunday, May 23, 2021, at the Church of God Home, Carlisle. She was born September 2, 1936, in Carlisle the daughter of the late Everett and Georgia (Spade) Sillers. Barbara was the widow of Richard L. Heffner, Sr. She was a member of Harmony Church, Dillsburg and enjoyed music, going to Camp Yolijwa and Doublng Gap Center, Newville. Barbara also enjoyed attending the Hershey Theater to see the Celtic Thunder. Barbara is survived by two sons, John E. Minich of Mechanicsburg, David E. Heffner of Harrisburg; two daughters, Barbara Jo Punda of Camp Hill, Tobyann E. Curry of Dillsburg; two step-sons, Robert A. Heffner of Bloomfield Hills,...

Judi K. Bressler, 58, of Dillsburg passed away Saturday, May 8, 2021, at her home. She was born November 9, 1962, in Lewistown the daughter of the late Dorn and Rosemary (Marker) Collanbine. Judi retired in 2019 as a Claims Examiner for United Concordia, Harrisburg. She is survived by her husband Jeffrey R. Bressler; one daughter, Tiffany A. Bressler of Dillsburg; one brother, Michael J. Collanbine and his wife Noel of York Springs; and her brother-in-law, David Cassatt. Judi was preceded in death by her twin sister, Jodi May Cassatt and her brother David E. Bressler. Services and burial will be held privately in the Dillsburg Cemetery-Mountain Road. In lieu of flowers, memorial...