Ruth A. Loy, age 88, of Carlisle, passed away peacefully Thursday, February 4, 2021, at Sarah Todd Nursing Home in Carlisle. She was born February 5, 1932 in Carlisle, the daughter of the late Mervin and Laura B. (Zeigler) Myers. Ruth retired from G.C. Murphy in Carlisle after working several years there. In her spare time, Ruth enjoyed gardening, puzzles, taking care of her yard, and taking care of her grandchildren.Ruth is survived by three daughters, Lona K. (Tom) Vovakes of Carlisle, Loma J. (George) Diffley of Washington Crossing, PA and Sandra Loy (David) Heller of Carlisle; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was...

Mildred (Millie) Alice Krauss, wife of the late Paul Krauss and longtime resident of Boiling Springs, PA, passed away Wednesday January 27, 2021, at her daughter's home in Shippensburg, PA. Millie was an avid bowler, continuing into her late 80's to participate in multiple local leagues every week. She medaled in several National Senior Games, winning the gold in Minneapolis in 2015. Millie was an excellent pie maker and would often show thanks or kindness with an apple pie. But Millie put family before everything else. She doted on her children and grandchildren, and always had room in her home and her heart for someone in need. She was an extraordinary woman who did not let anything in...

Dr. C. George Boeree, age 68, of Shippensburg, passed away peacefully Tuesday, January 5, 2021, surrounded by family at home. Born in the Netherlands, George immigrated to the United States in 1956 with his parents, the late C. George and Eberdina (Van Olffen) Boeree, and his brother. He primarily grew up on Long Island, New York. George served as a psychology professor at Shippensburg University for 30 years. He will be remembered for his love of his family as well as his curiosity, kindness, and desire to live a simple and happy life. When not with family, he spent his time playing instruments, watching British mysteries, reading, and researching. He was interested in languages and...

Patricia B. Fry, age 84, of Newville, passed away Friday, January 1, 2021 at Hershey Medical Center. She was born Tuesday, November 3, 1936 in Carlisle, the daughter of the late Ernest L. and Catherine J. (Calaman) Bowers. Pat graduated from Carlisle High School in 1954. She was formerly employed by Cumberland County for over twenty years. She retired as a judicial secretary for President Judge Harold Sheely. She was a member of First Lutheran Church in Carlisle, and Order of the Eastern Star Old Bellaire Chapter in Carlisle. She was a past Worthy Matron of the Oswald Taylor Chapter 540 Order of the Eastern star in Newville. Pat loved to travel. She enjoyed camping in the state parks and...

Hazel M. Rinaldi, age 78, of Shippensburg, passed away Saturday, December 19, 2020 at UPMC Memorial Hospital in York. She was born November 6, 1942 in South Newton Township, the daughter of the late Herman Burd and Edna G. (Schaeffer) Commerer. Hazel graduated from the class of 1961 at Big Spring High School. She was employed by Green Ridge Village for many years as a food server for the community of Newville. She is survived by three children, Sunny Lisa Marie (Scott) Simpson of Dover, Michelle Brookes of Newville, and Michael (Georgia) Rinaldi of Shippensburg; seven grandchildren, Lauren and Meaghan Fuhrman, Shane Keefer, Johnathan and Norah Brookes and Johnny and Victoria Rinaldi; two...

Barbara Ann Voce, of Shippensburg, PA, passed away on Friday, November 13, 2020 at Shippensburg Healthcare Center. She was 67 years old. She was born September 25, 1953 in Stuggart, Germany. She was the daughter of the late Anthony D. and Concettina (Oliverio) Voce. Barbara spent a good part of her life in Chambersburg and Shippensburg, PA. Barbara graduated in the Class of 1972 from Chambersburg Area High School. In high school, she enjoyed working in the library. Her first long term job was working for the McDonald's Corporation, working her way up from a floor employee to a manager. After leaving McDonald's, Barb worked for Safeway, then Giant Foods until she retired in 2018. She loved...

Richard C. Eberly, age 76, of Newburg, passed away suddenly October 29, 2020 at Carlisle Regional Medical Center. He was born June 11, 1944 in Newburg, PA as the son of the late Frank and Edna (Muehling) Eberly. Richard graduated from Big Spring High School. He worked as a truck driver most of his life, retiring from Roadway Express. He was a member of Zion United Church of Christ in Newburg. In his spare time, Richard enjoyed toiling around his property and chatting with friends and neighbors. Richard is survived by Arlene (Smith) Eberly of Newburg, his loving wife of 56 years; children, Carolyn Eberly, Michael Eberly (Jennifer Smith) and Katie Eberly; grandsons, Ryan (Mandy) Souder, Rex...

Roger L. Markley, age 84, of Shippensburg, passed away September 7, 2020 at Manor Care Nursing and Rehab, Chambersburg. Professional services are entrusted to Dugan Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., Shippensburg. Memorial Services will be held at the family's discretion. To view a full obituary or to express online condolences, please visit www.DuganFH.com.

Dennis M. Negley, age 64, of Newville, passed away Tuesday, September 1, 2020 at his home. He was born Thursday, May 17, 1956 in Carlisle, the son of Dorothy M. (Jacoby) Negley and the late Harry M. Negley. Dennis graduated from Big Spring High School in 1975. He was formerly employed by Naval Ships Parts Control Center and New Cumberland Army Depot for 28 years. He is survived by two sons, Scott M. Negley and companion Jessica Dodson of Newville, Steven A. and wife Angela Negley of Newville; granddaughter, Aeris R. Negley; two sisters, Karen L. and husband Carl Erdman of Carlisle, Connie S. and husband Kenneth Kerstetter of Newburg and one brother, Gary L. and wife Donna Negley of...

Ruth G. Bowermaster, age 92, of Shippensburg, passed away Monday, August 31, 2020 at Forest Park Nursing Home in Carlisle. She was born January 12, 1928 in Shippensburg, the daughter of the late Laurence and Mary (Foreman) Goodhart. Ruth graduated from Shippensburg High School. She then worked at the Naval Supply Depot in Mechanicsburg as a secretary. She retired from News Chronicle, Valley Times Star after working as a proof reader for over 30 years. She was a member of American Legion Post 223 in Shippensburg. In her spare time, she enjoyed drawing, crochet and crossword puzzles. She is survived by three children, Michael (Patricia, "Kay") Goodhart of Shippensburg, Susan Lynch of...

Darlene Susan Godwin, age 61, of Shippensburg, passed away Wednesday, July 8, 2020, at Martinsburg VA Medical Center, WV. She was born February 1, 1959, in Harrisburg, PA, as the daughter of the late Richard H. and Virginia N. (Harle) Harter. Darlene graduated from West Perry Senior High School in 1978. Darlene proudly served in the US Navy in the 1980s as a small craft operator at the Dahlgren Naval Support Facility in Virginia. She held several positions of employment since. Darlene was a true lover of animals and dearly loved her pets, particularly her cat and guinea pigs. In her spare time, she was an avid reader; she also enjoyed crafts, working puzzles, playing bingo and board games...

Bertha B. Ocker , 71 Dec 14, 1948 - Jul 5, 2020 Bertha B. Ocker , 71 Dec 14, 1948 - Jul 5, 2020 Bertha B. Ocker, age 71, of Chambersburg, beloved wife, mother and grandmother, passed away after a brief battle with cancer on Sunday, July 5, 2020 surrounded by her family at her home. She was born December 14, 1948 in Chambersburg, PA, the daughter of the late Clyde H. and M. Naomi (Burkholder) Lehman. Bertha was a member of Strasburg Mennonite Church. She enjoyed giving of her time in relief work at Cumberland Clothing Center. Bertha was a homemaker and enjoyed sewing, gardening and reading, but most of all, spending time with her family. Along with Merle E. Ocker, her beloved husband of...

Shirley M. Smith, age 63, of Shippensburg, passed away suddenly on Friday, June 5, 2020 at WellSpan York Hospital. She was born July 23, 1956 in Chambersburg, the daughter of Clarence E., Jr., and Jean L. (Ocker) Mooney. Shirley graduated in the Class of 1974 from Shippensburg Area Senior High School. Two years later she married the love of her life, Tom. The two enjoyed traveling near and far together but their greatest adventure began the day their daughter Brittany was born. Shirley was a very loyal and dedicated part of the Shippensburg University staff where she worked as an Administrative Assistant for over 25 years. After retirement she enjoyed traveling with Tom, spending time with...

The Viewing and Funeral Service scheduled for Friday, March 20 and Saturday, March 21 at Rowe Mennonite Church for Nelson Ocker have been canceled. Graveside Services will be Private. Interment will be in Rowe Mennonite Church Cemetery. Condolences at DuganFH.com.

Shirley L. Kyle, 76, passed away February 11, 2020. Services are entrusted to Dugan Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., Shippensburg. Services will be held at 1 PM on Monday, February 17 at Christian Bible Fellowship Church, Newville. Visitation from 12 PM until services. Full obituary and online condolences at www.DuganFH.com.

Harold E. "HoJo" Johnson, age 88, of Newville, passed away Monday, January 27, 2020 at his home. He was born Saturday, August 1, 1931 in Carlisle, the son of the late John A. and Blanche Beulah (Perry) Johnson. HoJo was formerly employed by Mechanicsburg Naval Depot for 35 years. He was a member of Newville VFW, Newville American Legion, Big Spring Fish and Game, Carlisle VFW, Carlisle Eagles and White Circle of Carlisle. For forty years, HoJo volunteered teaching the PA Hunters Safety Education Course. He served on the Newville VFW Honor Guard and umpired little league baseball in Newville. He was a collector of model ships and Grizwold skillets. He enjoyed travelling the world, gardening...

Harold G. Nenninger, age 91, of Shippensburg, passed away Sunday, January 26, 2020 at Green Ridge Village. He was born Monday, June 18, 1928 in Shippensburg, the son of the late George and Sabina A. (Piper) Nenninger. Harold was formerly employed as an electrician at Dickinson College for 18 years. He attended Friendship Baptist Church near Stoughstown. He was a member of Oscar M. Hykes American Legion Post 223 and Durff-Kuhn V.F.W. Post 6168 in Shippensburg. Harold was a jack of all trades. He had a passion for woodworking. He built a Conestoga Wagon for his family from scratch. He also built pastoral chairs for several churches. In addition to woodworking, he enjoyed hunting, fishing...

Myles Maravich, age 75, of Shippensburg, and formerly of Steelton, passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2020, at Hershey Medical Center. He was born January 16, 1945, and was a graduate of Steelton-Highspire High School Class of 1962 and Shippensburg State College with a Bachelor's and two Master's degrees. He was a programmer and project manager at Mechanicsburg Naval Depot for 41 years. He formerly taught at Carlisle High School and Boiling Springs High School, and additionally coached football and basketball in both school districts. He was a member of St. Nicholas Serbian Eastern Orthodox Church, Oberlin. Myles is survived by his wife of 33 years, Paula Hosfelt Maravich of...

Preston "Wayne" Brown, age 80, of Roxbury, passed away Monday, January 20, 2020 at Chambersburg Hospital. He was born Saturday, May 6, 1939 in Frederick, MD, the son of the late Preston Livingston and Vida O. (Watkins) Brown. Preston graduated from Mt. Airy High School in Mt. Airy, MD. He honorably served in the U.S. Army. He worked several skilled trades before retiring from working as a craftsman repairing and refinishing furniture. Wayne is survived by his loving wife of 28 years, Debra (Sanders) Brown of Roxbury; daughter, Debra Bond and her husband, Gary of Hanover; step-children, Jessica Alleman and her husband, Gary of Newburg, Robert Kuhn and his wife, Angel of Gettysburg and...

Joel M. Mosemann, age 73, of Newville, passed away on Sunday, December 22, 2019. Professional services are entrusted to Dugan Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., Shippensburg. Visitation for family and friends will be held from 2:00 to 4:00 PM and from 6:00 to 8:00 PM on Friday, December 27 at Stoughstown Mennonite Church, 3715 Ritner Hwy., Newville. Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 AM on Saturday, December 28 at Blue Ridge Mennonite Church, 2514 Walnut Bottom Rd., Carlisle. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Grace Press, who distributes Christian Literature in restricted countries, at Grace Press, 2175 Division Hwy., Ephrata PA 17522.

Bernard "Bernie" Nelson Hardy, 74, a devoted husband and proud father of Shippensburg, PA, passed away peacefully at home Saturday, December 7, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on January 15, 1945 in Martinsburg, WV, the son of the late Guy B. and Nora L. (Nelson) Hardy. Bernie retired from AIG in 2008 with 42 years of service. He prided himself both on helping people realize their dreams and helping them in times of need. His clients weren't just customers, they were his friends. He graduated from Martinsburg Senior High School in 1963 and from the Auto Body Diesel School of Nashville, TN in 1964. In Bernie's early years, he enjoyed hunting, collecting coins, casinos,...