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Kraig B. Felt, Jr., 53, Gettysburg, PA on Friday, July 16, 2021 in Gettysburg, PA. Born January 15, 1968 the son of the late Kraig B. Felt, Sr. and Marilyn Coltrin Felt of Burley, ID. Survived by his wife Jennifer Nicole (Pester) Felt. Kraig was a graduate of Burley Senior High School in Burley, ID and Texas A&M San Antonio University. He enlisted in the service after high school, and retired after dedicating 25 years to the US Army. He served as an LPN in various venues. In addition to his mother and wife, Kraig is survived by five children; Richard A. Felt and his wife Jackie of Minnesota, Alexsandra R. Felt of Minnesota, Branden K. Felt of Minnesota, Skyler N. Felt at home and...

Thomas E. Cashman, 68, of York Springs, PA died suddenly, Thursday morning, July 1, 2021 at his home. Born April 9, 1953 in Mechanicsburg, PA he was the son of the late Thomas Horner and Frances (Baker) Cashman. He was the husband of Kathy (Stoner) Cashman, of York Springs, to whom he was married to for 38 years. Mr. Cashman was a member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, York Springs. He worked as a heavy equipment operator for Handwerks Contractors, Inc. in Hummelstown for 25 years. He was a member of the NRA and was an avid collector. In addition to his wife, Thomas is survived by his three children, Teresa R. Geer and her husband Jacob, of Portage, PA, Bethany S. Jones and her...

James Joseph Phelan , 92 Mar 19, 1929 - Jun 16, 2021 In the early hours of June 16, 2021, we lost our beloved James Joseph Phelan. He was 92. His prior day had started well, sharing a nice cold glass of Tang with his bride of almost 67 years, Dottie. He worked out, and spent time with various children and grandchildren. He played Jeopardy. Then our old warrior left the world as if he and God Himself drew up the play: quickly and peacefully at home, just a half mile down the road from the Mount. We will miss him terribly, but his humor and wisdom lives on in us. He was a wit, a mentor, a patriarch and a pattern breaker, in the best sense. Jim was born on St. Joseph's Feast Day, March 19,...

In the early hours of June 16, 2021, we lost our beloved James Joseph Phelan. He was 92. His prior day had started well, sharing a nice cold glass of Tang with his bride of almost 67 years, Dottie. He worked out, and spent time with various children and grandchildren. He played Jeopardy. Then our old warrior left the world as if he and God Himself drew up the play: quickly and peacefully at home, just a half mile down the road from the Mount. We will miss him terribly, but his humor and wisdom lives on in us. He was a wit, a mentor, a patriarch and a pattern breaker, in the best sense. Jim was born on St. Joseph's Feast Day, March 19, 1929 in Philadelphia to Lillian Ashton and James Patrick...

In the early hours of June 16, 2021, we lost our beloved James Joseph Phelan. He was 92. His prior day had started well, sharing a nice cold glass of Tang with his bride of almost 67 years, Dottie. He worked out, and spent time with various children and grandchildren. He played Jeopardy. Then our old warrior left the world as if he and God Himself drew up the play: quickly and peacefully at home, just a half mile down the road from the Mount. We will miss him terribly, but his humor and wisdom lives on in us. He was a wit, a mentor, a patriarch and a pattern breaker, in the best sense. Jim was born on St. Joseph's Feast Day, March 19, 1929 in Philadelphia to Lillian Ashton and James Patrick...

Clarence L. "Stoney" Stonesifer, Sr., 93, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, passed away Friday, April 30, 2021 at Dove House in Westminster, Maryland. Stoney was born November 29, 1927 in Oella, Maryland, the son of the late Clarence Walter and Sarah Ridgely Stonesifer. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Helen Goslin Stonesifer. Stoney grew up in Ellicott City, Maryland, and was drafted into the United States Army near the end of World War II. He was discharged and then joined the Army National Guard, where he was trained as a cook. He re-enlisted into active duty and retired after serving 22 years. During his time in the Army, Stoney did tours in Korea, Japan, and Germany, as well as various...

Charles "Charlie" Robert Kreitz, Sr. of Gettysburg, died April 23, 2021 at SpiriTrust Village, Gettysburg, PA. Born December 22, 1931 in Waynesboro, PA the son of the late Charles R. and Margaret (Hoffman) Kreitz. He wife, Virginia (Wagerman) Krietz died in 2005. Surviving are six children, Robert L. Krietz, Charles R. Krietz, Jr., Terry E. Krietz, Daniel W. Krietz, Pamela A. Poland, Eva M. Shaffer, 12 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren. Funeral Service will be held Wednesday, April 28, 2021 at 11:00 AM from Monahan Funeral Home in Gettysburg. Interment in Emmitsburg Memorial Cemetery. There will be a viewing Tuesday, April 27th at the funeral home from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM as well...

Rosemary Lengacher Stoner, on March 20, 2021 at Cross Keys, New Oxford, PA. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jesse T. and Mabel (Miller) Lengacher; and son-in-law Bruce W. Johnson. Survived by husband, Ronald K. Stoner; daughter Ramona C. Stoner-Johnson, son Randall C. and Jane (Dolson) Stoner, brothers: Richard N. (Jane); Ronald W. (Elaine); Roger W. (Marie); and Rex A. (Bonita). Attended elementary school, Harlan, IN, graduated Leo High School in 1958. Retired from Rager, Lehman & Houck, PC, Certified Public Accountants. Member the Faith Community Church of the Brethren at Cross Keys Village. Was a very active volunteer at Cross Keys Village, served 25 years as a member of...

Everett William Ladd, Jr., 90, passed away at home, with his beloved caregivers and wife constantly by his side, on Tuesday, March 16, after a long battle with Alzheimer's. He will be remembered by friends and family as the quintessential gentleman?kind to everyone, a patient and compassionate listener, a mentor to so many, and a businessman with a huge heart. A veteran of the Korean War and the Army Reserve, Everett had a wide-ranging career?electrical apprentice, shepherd, agricultural lender, bank president, and entrepreneur teaching leadership through historic role models with his wife. Everett was born November 26, 1930 in Dedham, Massachusetts, to Everett William Ladd, Sr., and...

Dean Stephen (Rocky) Rockwood passed away on Saturday, February 27, 2021 at home in Elizabethtown, PA, surrounded by his family. He was in Hospice Care after a lengthy illness. He was born December 10, 1946, in Philadelphia, Pa. to Dean Spencer Rockwood and Ruth (Culbertson) O'Neill. He is survived by his mother, Ruth (Culbertson) O'Neill of Cheyenne, WY; wife Kathleen (Kelleher) Rockwood of Elizabethtown; daughters Barbara Shaffer (Mark) of Boiling Springs; Laura Rockwood of Fairfield; siblings David Rockwood (Tanya) of Fairmont, WV; Joy Rockwood of Cheyenne, WY; and John Hall (Nancy) of Tabernacle, NJ. He graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University or Delaware, OH with a BA in history and...

Julaine T. Ayers, 74, of Fairfield, PA died Saturday morning, February 13, 2021 at the Gettysburg Hospital. Born January 4, 1947 in Danville, IL she was the daughter of the late James R. and Marjorie M. (Mills) Tucker. She was the wife of Timothy R. Ayers, of Fairfield, PA to whom she was married for 39 years. Julaine was a retired Frederick City Police Officer serving Frederick, MD for 23 years. After retiring she worked security at Frederick Memorial Hospital for 15 years. She was well liked by her colleagues at the hospital, police force, and the Frederick community. She loved animals, especially her dogs, and was an excellent cook. In addition to her husband, Julaine is survived...

Thomas R. Bender , 76 Nov 26, 1944 - Jan 30, 2021 Thomas R. Bender, 76, originally of Sharpsburg, Maryland, on Saturday morning, January 30, 2021 entered into his heavenly home. Born November 26, 1944 he was the son of the late Jacob Edward Bender, Sr. and Minnie M. (Kidwiler) Bender. He was the husband of Launa V. (Moats) Bender to whom he was married for 50 years. Mr. Bender was a veteran of the United States Army. He worked for the Department of the Army until his retirement in 2010. In his spare time he enjoyed model railroading, reading about Civil War History, and enjoyed wood working. In addition to his wife Tom is survived by his son Nikolas Bender and his wife Michele, of...

Winnie Mae Chester (nee Icard) of Fairfield, PA entered God's eternal care January 28, 2021 She is reunited in heaven with her late husband, Marvin W Chester, Sr. and daughter Lorainne I Chester. Winnie leaves behind, a daughter W. Lynn Smith (Robert), daughter Jennifer M Suite, and son Marvin W (Chet) Chester Jr (Hillary) 9 Grandchildren: Kimberly Smith Potts, Melissa Smith Cavey (Joe), Heather Smith Marino (Anthony), Dana Suite Brown, Aaren Suite Smith, Wesley Chester (Melanie), and Bradley Chester (Victoria), Caitlin Beckjord and Lauren Beckjord. 13 Great Grandchildren: Robert Potts (Kortney), Andrew Potts (Nile), Erica Cavey Bollinger (Zach), Lauren Cavey Fares (Andrew), Madison Marino,...

Margaret Gerlach Greenawald, 92, passed away January 27, 2021 at SpiriTrust Lutheran Village, Gettysburg, PA. She was born October 10, 1928 in Reading, PA the daughter of the late Carl S. and A. Margaret (Redcay) Gerlach. Surviving are her husband of 67 years the Reverend Carl H. Greenawald, retired chaplain of the University of Maryland Medical Center at Baltimore and several cousins. A Memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 17, 2021 at 2:00 PM in St. Mark's Lutheran Church, 1900 St. Paul Street, Baltimore, MD. Interment will be on Monday, July 19, 2021 in Evergreen Cemetery, Gettysburg, PA. Memorial contributions may be given to the Missions Endowment Fund, St. Mark's...

Frederick D. Rice, 76, Gardners, PA passed Thursday, January 21, 2021 at his home. Born November 6, 1944 in Carlisle, PA the son of the late Harold and Loretta Group Rice. Mr. Rice is survived by his wife, Carrie Lichty Rice. Fred was a lifelong fruit farmer on his family farm. He also had a fruit stand at Roots Farmers Market in Lancaster every Tuesday for many years. In addition to his wife, Fred is survived by three children; Holly Jo Hoak and husband Scott of York Springs, PA, Angie Myers and husband Duane of New Oxford, PA, Timothy D. Rice and wife Heidi of Spring Grove, PA, six grandchildren; Koty Hoak, Bailey Hoak, Nikita Myers, Camden Rice, Braxton Rice, Jaden Rice, two...

Peter D. Thompson, 63, 1960 Hanover Road, Gettysburg, PA passed away Thursday, January 21, 2021 at Hershey Medical Center after a brief illness. He was born February 24, 1957 in Passaic, NJ the son of the late James and Evelyn Scott Thompson. Peter graduated from Central High School and Altoona Vo-Tech in Martinsburg, PA in 1976. He then served 10 years in the U. S. Marine Corp. Following his time in the service he graduated from Pittsburgh School of Aeronautics. He began his career as an airplane mechanics with Atlantic Aviation and then Westinghouse. But for over 30 years he was employed at Northrop Grumman. He was an avid skier, loved roller coasters, and running in marathons. He...

Mary E. Zorn, 73, Hanover, PA passed away Thursday, December 24, 2020 at Transitions Healthcare in Gettysburg, PA. She was born August 6, 1947 in Moorestown, NJ the daughter of the late Frank and Edna Cromwell Queen. She was predeceased by her husband, Vaughn Zorn, and daughter, Janet Korrell. Mary was a registered nurse for 43 years before her retirement in 2011. She was an avid reader and was involved with rescue dogs for many years. Mary is survived by three daughters; Melissa Schaefer of Hanover, PA, Marge Zorn of Hanover, PA, Joyce Zorn of Pasadena, MD, six grandchildren; Emily Schaefer, Chris Schaefer, Ben Schaefer, Sarah Korrell, Michael Korrell and Kelsey Korrell. Due to COVID...

Clarence "Sonny" Jones , 83 Jun 4, 1937 - Dec 16, 2020 Clarence E. (Sonny) Jones, 83, died suddenly on Wednesday, June 16, 2020. He was born June 4, 1937 in Hancock, MD. He was the son of Clarence E. Jones, Sr. and Averda C. (Kammerer) Jones. He worked as Branch Sales Manager for Johnson Controls in Baltimore, MD and Raleigh, NC. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He had a wonderful life. He is survived by Dorothy L. (Grove) Jones, his wife of 65 years, four children; Eric Jones and his wife Jane, Suzanne Byrne, Stephanie Avello and her husband Denny, Michelle Murray and her husband Brian, eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren, three siblings; Barbara Resley, Katherine Kerns...

George F. Thorsen, 73, Gettysburg, PA and formerly of White Plains, NY passed away on Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at the Gettysburg Hospital. He was born January 5, 1947 in Queens, NY the son of the late Arthur and Josephine Roseto Thorsen. George is survived by his wife of 49 years, Patricia Williams Thorsen. For many years, Mr. Thorsen taught foreign language at both Iona Prep School and Eastchester Public School system in New York. He later became an IT instructor at Queensboro Community College. While in Gettysburg he served on the Lake Heritage Board of Directors and on the Board of Directors at Birds of Paradise in Ajijic, Mexico. In addition to his wife, George is also survived...

Sondra K. Bollinger, 71 of Gettysburg, PA passed away on Monday, November 2, 2020 at The Gettysburg Hospital. Born February 12, 1949 in Gettysburg, she was the daughter of Ivan M. Bollinger, Sr. of Gettysburg and the late Mary Catherine (Vaughn) Bollinger who died in 2001. Sondra graduated from Gettysburg High School in 1968 and worked for Schindler Elevator Corp. in Gettysburg for 30 plus years before her retirement. Sondra was a lifelong member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Gettysburg. She loved to travel visiting Europe, Iceland, Ireland and her favorite place, Disney World. Her family was the center of her life and loved the time spent with them. Sondra also enjoyed baking,...

Mary Catherine Mauss, 86, Gardners, PA passed Thursday, October 22, 2020 at UPMC Harrisburg, PA. Born November 9, 1933 in Gettysburg, PA the daughter of the late Glenn W. and Sarah McCans Brough. Mary was predeceased by her husband of 60 years, Raymond Clyde Mauss in 2012. Family was everything to her and she was always surrounded by her siblings, extended family, children and grandchildren. Mary enjoyed gardening, but flowers were her passion. She was also an accomplished and prolific seamstress. In addition, her knitted and crocheted afghans and sweaters have become treasured family heirlooms. Her other passion in life was her cats. She could never be without them and there was always a...