Lancaster News

Phillip R. Sandmann of Naples, Florida, (formerly of: Lancaster, PA, Adrian, MI, Grand Rapids, MI, Laguna Niguel, CA, Clarence, NY, Huntsville, AL, Ashburn, VA) passed away peacefully on October 24th 2021 at his residence, surrounded by his loving family and friends. He was 71 years old. Born in Rockville Centre, NY, Phil was the son of the late Fred and Mabel Sandmann. After moving to Lancaster, Pennsylvania during his childhood, he graduated from Manheim Township High School in 1968, and Penn State University in 1972. Upon graduation, Phil began a long and distinguished career, highlighted by financial leadership roles with leading companies in the automotive, manufacturing, and...

ELKHART- Donald E. Gingrich, 84, of Elkhart, died Sunday October 17, 2021, at Goshen Hospital. He was born October 3, 1937 in Lancaster, PA to Amos H. and Sarah S. (Bowman) Gingrich. He was preceded in death by his parents, Amos and Sarah Gingrich, 2 brothers, Daniel and Ray Gingrich and a niece Nancy (Tom) O'Connor. Surviving is his life partner of 31 years, Marla Hart of Elkhart, 1 brother, Robert (Fran) Gingrich of Lititz, PA, 2 nephews, Bill (Cheri) Gingrich, Daniel (Laurie) Gingrich and 2 nieces, Sue (Don) Smeigh and Barbara (Dave) Singer. Also surviving are 8 great nephews and nieces, Quinn, Neil, Eon, Lea, Amy, Cindy, Daniel and Clarisa. Donald received an honorable discharge from...

Ruby Grace Anderson, age 66, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away October 13, 2021; peacefully, comfortably, and surrounded by her family in Wichita Falls, Texas. Ruby served in the United States Air Force until retirement. As a very fit and active lover of nature, Ruby could always be found outside; hiking, biking or just basking in the sun rays during a walk. She loved flowers, traveling, and was an avid reader. But above all, she was an eternal optimist that spread her positive vibes wherever she went and to whomever she encountered. Ruby is survived by her two daughters, four grandchildren, and seven siblings. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Hospice of Wichita Falls,...

of Dunedin, FL was born October 10, 1943, in Lancaster, PA; and left to be with the Lord on September 30th, 2021. He is survived by his wife Barbara Guimares Lackey, his daughter Janine Lackey Vollmer, son-in-law Douglas Vollmer of Dunedin, FL; and his sisters Roseanne Lackey Miller of Conestoga, PA? Ellen Thomas of Columbia, SC? and Pat Eby of Lititz, Pa. He is preceded by his parents Rose M Rensberger Lackey and Clarence E. Lackey Sr., and sister Judy Weidman of Millersville, PA. Services will be held for Joe at Curlew Hills Memory Gardens on Thursday, October 7th at 10 am. A military presentation will take place honoring his service to our country.

Elvin Franklin "Al" Silvius, 81, of Elizabethtown, PA, passed away with his family by his side on September 27, 2021 at Hershey Medical Center. Born December 30, 1939 in Lancaster, he is the son of Richard F. and Gladys E. (Bowman) Silvius. Preceded in death by his parents, wife the former Phyllis E. Kimmel who died in 1992, and sister Margaret L. Seachrist. Survived by his three children, Brett Silvius and wife Tammy of PIttsburgh, PA, Todd Silvius and wife Jennifer of Oreland, PA, and Alison L. Campbell and husband Ryan of Montclair, NJ, five grandchildren, Luca, Evelyn, and Cody Campbell, and twins Paul and Shannon Silvius, also a brother James R. Silvius of Elizabethtown, PA. Elvin...

Jeffrey Lee Kepner, 69, formerly of Lancaster, PA, and husband of Valarie A. Kepner, formerly of Muncy, PA, entered into rest Sunday, August 29, 2021, at his residence. Mr. Kepner, son of the late Doris Long Kepner and Ellsworth Kepner, was born in Lancaster, PA. He retired from the United States Air Force after 20 years of service and was a former member of Covenant United Methodist Church, Lancaster, PA. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Jason A. Kepner (Elizabeth), of Carnation, WA, Jamie L. Kelley (Jorbie), of Snoqualmie, WA, and Jordan A. Kepner (Thomas Donaldson), of Augusta; his grandchildren, Logan and Nathan Kepner, and River Kelly; his brothers, James...

Brenda Joyce "Susie" Barlow, 70, of Leesburg, FL passed away unexpectedly in her sleep on August 10, 2021. Brenda was a beloved wife to George G. Barlow with whom she shared 40 cherished years. She was born February 21, 1951 in Quinn Wood, WV the daughter of the late Levi P Fitzwater and Charlotte J Powers. Brenda graduated from Rising Sun High School and attended cosmetology school. In her professional career she worked as an assembler for several soldering companies. Brenda devoted her life to George and loved spending her time with family and friends. She is survived by her children: Kenneth Mayberry and Melissa (Jeff) Dull; step-brother Gary (Cheryl) Powers; 4 grandchildren: ...

Beulah Jane Barlow, 90, of Fruitland Park, FL went to be with the Lord on Sunday August 8, 2021. She was the beloved wife of the late Andrew J. Barlow with whom she shared 47 years together. Beulah was born June 8, 1931 in West Chester, PA and was the daughter of the late Harvey W. Matlack Sr. and Dorothy (Reed) Matlack. A graduate of Tredyffrin East Town High School and Chester County Hospital, she worked her professional career as a RN with the VA. Beulah devoted the last 20 years to volunteering at the Morrison Opportunity Thrift Shop and was a very active member of Morrison United Methodist Church in Leesburg. Additionally she served on their Board of Directors for 19 years. Beulah...

Alan Glenn Beavers passed into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior, Sunday, July 25, 2021. Alan was born March 6, 1946, in Davenport, Iowa, the only child of Glenn and Carma Beavers, who preceded him in death. He graduated from Davenport Central High School the class of 1964 and subsequently graduated from Iowa State University. He was active in the Theta Chi Fraternity while at Iowa State. This association provided a lifetime of treasured friendships. He served as an Armor officer in the United States Army in Germany from 1970 until 1972. He began his career in industrial management at International Harvester, Farmall Plant where he met his wife and lifelong partner, Mary. It was there...

Alan Glenn Beavers passed into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior, Sunday, July 25, 2021. Alan was born March 6, 1946, in Davenport, Iowa, the only child of Glenn and Carma Beavers, who preceded him in death. He graduated from Davenport Central High School the class of 1964 and subsequently graduated from Iowa State University. He was active in the Theta Chi Fraternity while at Iowa State. This association provided a lifetime of treasured friendships. He served as an Armor officer in the United States Army in Germany from 1970 until 1972. He began his career in industrial management at International Harvester, Farmall Plant where he met his wife and lifelong partner, Mary. It was there...

M. Virginia King, 95 of Lancaster passed away June 13, 2021 after a short illness. She is survived by her children William C. King of San Jose, Ca and Emma May Kline wife of Bobby J. Kline of Attalla, Al. She has 3 grandchildren; Sandy Lengel of Attalla, Al, Julie Cutshall of Hiram, Ga and Dusten Kline of Wrightsville, Pa. She also has 7 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren.

Murrells Inlet, SC...Colleen May Portner, age 86, wife of the late Paul Edwin Portner, Jr., passed away Friday, June 11, 2021 at her residence with her family by her side. Colleen was born in Duncannon, PA., a daughter of the late James Harris and Frances Josephine Corl Ibaugh. In addition to her parents and husband, Colleen was pre-deceased by sibilings: Patricia Renninger, Ruth Eleanor Czachowski and James Harris Ibaugh, Jr. Colleen loved watching the Myrtle Beach Pelican's play baseball. She loved College Basketball and Football and loved camping and spending time at the beach. Colleen worked in the Accounting Department for Wyeth Laboratory in Marietta, PA., for 35...

Richard Charles Long, 78, of Carlisle and formerly of Landisville, passed away on Sunday, June 6, 2021 at his residence. He was born October 26, 1942 in Lancaster to the late Charles Mann and Lucetta Rae (Jacoby) Long. Richard is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Mary Sue Long of Carlisle; three sons, Charles David (wife Shawn Robertson) Long of Oakland, CA, Matthew Paul (wife Melanie) Long of New Market, MD, and Jonathan Richard (wife Jennifer) Long of West Chester; two grandchildren, Mathias and Katherine; and two siblings, John Warren (wife Bonnie) Long of Lewes, DE and Margaret Ann Rouzer of Arvada, CO. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on...

Ronald Michael Ober was born January 10, 1943 in Lancaster. He began his life working as a dairy farmer in Lancaster County, milking cows twice a day and tending crops after school. He farmed an acre of tobacco to buy his first car, a Plymouth OG that he talked about all his life. Ron wrestled for Donegal High School and was known in Lancaster County for his skills on the mat. He was working for Lutz Welding when he met Sande Gephart. They married and had four sons. He worked for New Holland Michigan Comapany and helped many other men get jobs. In 1982 he moved his family to Houston, TX and started a drapery company. Together they created and intalled custom drapes. Ron then started a...

AIKEN, SC - ANDREW OWEN MILLER, 73, beloved husband of Susan E. Sisco, passed away Thursday, May 27, 2021 at Augusta University Medical Center. A native of Gettysburg, PA, Andrew was a son of the late S. Blaine and Jean Owen Miller. He attended the University of Miami. He lived most of his life in Lancaster County, PA and owned and operated Howard Johnson Motor Lodge in Lancaster. Andrew was a partner with his wife in Sunfield Inc. a hunter/jumper facility in Lancaster, PA. They relocated to Aiken in 2013. Andrew loved Sue, his dogs and cats. He was proud of his CDL license. He was meticulous about the upkeep of his farm, keeping fields mowed and maintaining flower beds as well...

Kenneth "Ken" Whitney a resident of The Pines in Davidson, NC passed away peacefully with his daughter, by his side on Sunday, May 9, 2021. Ken was a former president of Warfel Construction Company. He and his wife Ora lived in Lancaster for over 40 years before moving to NC. They were founding members of St. Thomas Episcopal Church in Lancaster. He was also a member of the Lancaster Rotary Club, serving as President from 1968-1969, and then as District Governor of the 7 counties in South Central Pennsylvania during 1992-1993. A celebration of life service will be held at St. Alban's on Saturday, May 15 at 2:00 p.m. Those unable to attend the service in person are invited to attend...

Terry Bowers Potts, 66, went to her heavenly home on April 18, 2021 and was immediately wrapped in the arms of her daughter, Danielle Renee Potts. Her passing was unexpected, and her family and friends are shocked and deeply saddened. Terry was a devoted wife to Dan for 43 years, a loving mother to Danielle and Ashlea, and was so excited to be a doting GiGi to Molly. Born in Royersford, PA and was a graduate of Spring-Ford High School. She went on to get her Bachelor's Degree in Music Education from Millersville College. While living in Lancaster she worked at Fulton Bank and was choir director at St. Paul's United Methodist Church. She taught music at David Cox Road Elementary School...

On Friday, April 16, 2021 Wilbur J. Miller of Londonderry Village, Palmyra went to be with the Lord. Born on his grandfather's farm in Jonestown on May 25, 1933, he was the son of the late Wilbur and Marion (Light) Miller. Wilbur graduated from Palmyra High School in 1951. He served as a Township Supervisor for South Londonderry Township. He was a life member of the Lawn Fire Company and was a founding member of the Lawn Colebrook Ambulance Association. He was a Ham radio operator (call sign W3MKV). He is survived by his wife and life-long companion Annie (Kreiser) Miller; his children Mary Kissel, Wilbur Miller (Beverly), and Gwendolyn Miller; brother Eugene Miller and sister Connie...

On March 26, 2021 Donald Smith, age 86, of Bel Air, MD went home to be with the Lord. He was the son of the late David and Frances Smith of Lancaster, PA. He was raised in Holtwood, PA and attended Penn Manor High School and graduated from Penn State University. Upon graduation, he went to work for General Chemical in Claymont, DE. It was there he met his wife, Hope Clothier, and they had three children: Stephanie Giangiulio (husband Peter), D. Jeffrey (wife Ali), and David Lyle (wife Nancy.). Hope Smith passed on to the Lord in 1988 and Don later married Norma Miller of St. Louis, MO in 1992. Norma survives him and together they loved and shared Don's grandchildren: Amanda Giangiulio...

Marjorie A. (Fadden) McNamara passed away Thursday, March 18 surrounded by the love of her family. Born on November 6, 1927, she was raised in Tobyhanna, PA; graduated from Mansfield State College and Hahnemann Hospital School for Nurses in Philadelphia. She worked as a registered nurse in at the former Seidle Memorial Hospital, Cumberland County Nursing Home and Messiah Village, working well into her 70's. Marjorie, was an independent spirit who loved her family and friends dearly and was always up for a new adventure and to have a good time. She was a member of St. Joseph's Church in Mechanicsburg and the Mechanicsburg Women's Club. She was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene...

Jimmy Richard Barfield passed away on Friday, February 26, 2021 at home in Indian Land, SC. Jimmy was born in Winnsboro, SC on July 4, 1939. His parents are the late Richard Coleman Barfield and Eva Hinson Barfield. Jimmie is survived by Misun Pak; three children - Quinton Barfield, Angie Jackson and Richie Barfield (Samantha). He had seven grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren. Also surviving are siblings: Carolyn Connor (Judson), Peggy Knight (Jackie), Nancy Rape (Roger), Stan Barfield (Cindy) and Janice Fowler (Phil). Jimmy grew up in Lancaster, SC and graduated from Lancaster High School. Soon after graduating high school, he enlisted in the United States Air Force, from...