New Oxford

Bonnie K. (Fritz) Topper, 70, passed Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at UPMC Hanover Hospital.  She was the wife of the late Stephen J. Topper, Sr, her husband of 44 years, who passed November 27, 2013. Bonnie was born September 14, 1952, in Gettysburg, the daughter of the late Paul C. Fritz, Sr and the late Genevieve M. (Witter) Mitz. Bonnie was a member of East Berlin V.F.W. Bonnie is survived by two daughters, Wendy S. Leese and her husband Kenneth Jr, and Tammy L. Guevara all of East...

Shirley R. (Funt) Phillips, 77, passed Monday, January 30, 2023, at Yorkview Nursing and Rehabilitation in York.  She was the wife of the late Harold S. Phillps, who passed October 31, 1980. Shirley was born February 22, 1945, in Aspers, the daughter of the late Charles I. and Marvel J. (Smith) Funt. Shirley is survived by a daughter, Wanda D. Knights of York, and two sisters, Bonnie Wagaman and Patsy Moritz.  She was predeceased by two brothers, Bob and Ronnie Funt, and a...

Amanda L. (Pope) Bowen, 41, passed Sunday, January 29, 2023, in Gettysburg. Amanda was born January 27, 1982, in York, the daughter of William J. Pope, Sr of New Oxford, and Dawn C. Good and her husband Bradley of Gettysburg. In addition to her father, mother, and stepfather, Amanda is survived by four daughters, Tierra Pope and Madison Pope, both of Gettysburg, Sadie Bowen of Dillsburg, and Sabrina Bowen of Hanover, a son Sawyer Benz of NJ, a sister, Melissa Berkheimer and her husband...

Barry J. Hockley, Sr, 62, passed Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at his home.  He was the husband of Diane M. (Roomsburg) Hockley, his wife of 26 years. Barry was born August 28, 1960, in Cumberland Co., the son of the late Kenneth J. Hockley and the late Dorothy D. (Blosser) Hockley Bricker. Barry was a dog law enforcement officer with the PA Department of Agriculture. In addition to his wife Diane, Barry is survived by a son, Barry J. Hockley, Jr and his wife Kris of Carlisle, two...

Ralph Harry McGregor died peacefully at his home on January 19, 2023, in the presence of family. He was born on November 8, 1937 the son of Gretna (Myers) and Harry A. McGregor of Kralltown, Washington Township. He is survived by his five daughters, Ila (Matthew) Verdirame of Gettysburg, Jill McGregor of Pittsburgh, Kae (John) Palyo of Pittsburgh, Lin Alison McGregor of Princeton, NJ, and Mira (Kevin) Merritt of Cimarron, New Mexico. Seven grandchildren, Jena Reinhart; Zachary (Lesley)...

Lawrence (Larry) Johnson, 86, of New Oxford, Pa. formally of Hemlock Farms in Lord’s Valley, PA passed away peacefully on January 18, 2023. Larry was born in Hackettstown, NJ on February 17, 1936 to Bertha and C. Albert Johnson.  He attended Rutgers University and was a member of the Beta Theta Pi Fraternity.  Larry earned his Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in business administration. He was a member of the United States Army and served as a 1st Lieutenant in...

Dolores M. (Powell) Lawrence, 95, passed Monday, January 16, 2023, at Magnolias of Lancaster.  She was the wife of the late R. Joseph Lawrence, her husband of 71 years, who passed October 29, 2018. Dolores was born June 19, 1927, in New Oxford, the daughter of the late August R. and Beulah (Fink) Powell. Dolores was a member of St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Hanover. Dolores is survived by her children, Linda D. Kopf and her husband Raymond of Lancaster, Diane P. Myers and...

L. Romaine (Spertzel) Trimmer, 88, passed Sunday, January 15, 2023, at The Brethren Home Community.  She was the wife of the late Edwin L. Trimmer, who passed June 21, 1998. Romaine was born December 26, 1934, in York Springs, the daughter of the late George and Blanche (Davis) Spertzel. Romaine was a member of St. Paul’s “The Pines” Lutheran Church in New Oxford. Romaine is survived by a daughter, Donna L. Strohm and her husband John of Hanover, two sons, Alan L....

Philip A. “Phil” Smith, 78, passed Saturday, January 14, 2023, at his home.  He was the husband of Lorraine C. (Plank) Smith, his wife of 59 years. Phil was born September 19, 1944, in New Oxford, the son of the late Andrew F. and Bertha C. (Kuhn) Smith. Phil was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in New Oxford, and a life member of New Oxford Social & Athletic Club and McSherrystown Home Association.  He was formerly a co-owner of Smith Auto Sales,...

We are sad to announce the passing of Helen G. Bosserman of East Berlin.  She departed this earthly life on January 13, 2023, at the age of 99. Helen was born October 30, 1923, the daughter of the late John W. and Grace A. (Zeigler) Myers.  She was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Harold E. Bosserman. Active in her community, Helen was a member of Paradise “Holtzschwamm” Lutheran Church, and East Berlin Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary, and she volunteered...