Obituaries

Recent Obituaries in New Oxford and East Berlin, PA

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the New Oxford and East Berlin, PA area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community. 


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John Wayne Myers

John Wayne Myers

Oct 26, 2026

John Wayne Myers, of the East Berlin, Pennsylvania community, passed away on Monday, October 26th, 2026, at the age of 66. He is survived by his children, Amber (Allen) Rohrbaugh of Spring Grove, PA; Tyler (Nicole) Myers of East Berlin, PA; Loriann Myers of Spring Grove, and his three grandchildren. John also leaves behind his siblings, Darlene (Don) Bair of...

Larry Lee Mummert

Larry Lee Mummert

Oct 22, 2026

Larry Lee Mummert, 82, of Adams County, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at Concordia Spirit Trust Home of Hanover on Thursday, October 22, 2026. He was the devoted and loving husband of Yvonne (Jacobs) Mummert, with whom he shared 57 years of marriage. Born on February 17, 1944, in Hanover, Pennsylvania. Larry was the son of the late Nevin C. and...

Donald Leon Harper

Donald Leon Harper

Oct 16, 2026

Donald L. Harper, 95, of York, entered into eternal rest on Friday, October 16, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his family. Born in York, Donald was the son of the late W. Eugene and Annadell (Torbert) Harper. He was the beloved husband of the late Esther (Wilt) Harper, with whom he shared a life filled with love and cherished...

Robert Berwager

Robert Berwager

Oct 14, 2026

Robert L. “Bob” Berwager, 85, of New Oxford, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was the son of the late Charles L. and Grace A. (Shriver) Berwager and the devoted husband of Mary Ellen Berwager, with whom he shared 63 wonderful years of marriage. Bob was a member of the United...

Virginia Lee Miller

Virginia Lee Miller

Oct 6, 2026

Virginia Lee Miller, a cherished resident of New Oxford, PA, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 6th, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Virginia lived a life full of love, compassion, and dedication. Professionally, Virginia dedicated her life to caring for others in various positions spanning a 50-year career at Hanover Hospital. Her kindness and compassion touched many lives. Beyond...

Marvin Clarence Westfall

Marvin Clarence Westfall

Oct 3, 2026

Marvin “Mick” Westfall, 70, of New Oxford, entered eternal rest peacefully at his home on Saturday, October 3, 2026. Born in Groton, Connecticut, he was the son of the late Marvin Matthew and Frances Gladys (Farrell) Westfall. He was the devoted husband of Joan (Hoff) Westfall, with whom he shared almost 50 years of marriage. Mick dedicated 42 years of...

Shirley Ann Calp

Shirley Ann Calp

Oct 3, 2026

On October 3, 2026, the Lord came to take Shirley Ann Calp to heaven. She was 88 years old and was from Abbottstown, PA. She was born in Maryland and was the daughter of the late Margaret and Clarence Miller. She leaves to cherish her memory, her beloved husband, Howard. Shirley felt fortunate to have a full life of experiences,...

Melanie Mae Ford

Melanie Mae Ford

Sep 30, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Melanie Mae Ford, who left us peacefully on Wednesday, September 30th at the age of 54. Melanie resided in Dover, PA, bringing warmth, laughter, and compassion to all who knew her. Melanie was the beloved daughter of the late Roy Swope and Margret Swope, who preceded her in death....

Daniel Leroy Keller

Daniel Leroy Keller

Sep 29, 2026

Daniel Leroy Keller, 63, from New Oxford, passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at WellSpan Gettysburg Hospital. He was born in York, PA and was the loving husband of Lydia (Miller) Keller and the son of Barbara Muller (Hobart). He was a farmer and drove truck for many years. He enjoyed taking his granddaughter on his motorcycle, fishing, hunting,...

Jerry LaRue

Jerry LaRue

Sep 27, 2026

Jerry LaRue, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at the age of 83. Jerry was a beacon of strength and kindness whose legacy will be carried on by those who loved him. A proud graduate of the last class of York Springs High in 1960, Jerry was a stalwart member...

Cynthia M. Gauthier

Cynthia M. Gauthier

Sep 27, 2026

Cynthia Gauthier passed away after a long illness on September 27, 2026 at UPMC Hanover Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 3, 1950 in Cupertino, CA, to the late Glenn H. and Theresa Muscato. She dedicated her life to raising her children and worked hard to provide for them at various employments. On December 20,...

Larry Eugene Hughes

Larry Eugene Hughes

Sep 22, 2026

Larry Eugene Hughes, an adored father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, peacefully departed this life on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at the age of 80. Larry was born on August 25, 1946, in Hanover, Pennsylvania, to the late David and Pansy Ethel (Green) Hughes-Roop. He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. Following his military service, he...

Mary Elizabeth Gruver

Mary Elizabeth Gruver

Sep 18, 2026

Mary Elizabeth “M.E.” Gruver, 96, of New Oxford, entered eternal rest on Friday, September 18, 2026, at Cross Keys Village, New Oxford. She was born in Newville, PA and was the loving daughter of the late C. Lee and Mary (Fry) Lehman. She was the devoted wife to the late Willis B. Van Dyke and Darwin Gruver. She was a...

Anita Marie Buie

Anita Marie Buie

Sep 18, 2026

Anita Marie Buie, 80, of Hanover, entered eternal rest on Friday, September 18, 2026, at Homewood of Plum Creek, Hanover. She was born in Hanover and was the loving daughter of the late S. Francis and Marie G. (Rickrode) Riser. She was the widow of Curtis Robert Buie. She worked at Hanover Hall for the entirety of her career and...

Robert William Emig

Robert William Emig

Sep 15, 2026

Robert “Bob” William Emig, 72, of Abbottstown, Pennsylvania, passed away unexpectedly. Born in Hanover, Pennsylvania, Bob lived a life defined by hard work, laughter, generosity, and, most of all, his love for his family. Bob was the beloved husband of Debora, his wife of 49 years and the love of his life. Together, they built a life filled with family,...

Velma D. Eller

Velma D. Eller

Sep 15, 2026

Velma D. Eller, 95, of Hagerstown, Maryland, died at home on Tuesday, September 15, 2026. She was the widow of A. Grayson Eller. Born on June 22, 1931, in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina, Velma was a daughter of Charlie and Edna Fender Brown. She graduated from Millers Creek High School in Wilkes County, North Carolina, in 1952. She married Grayson...

Stephanie Galysh

Stephanie Galysh

Sep 12, 2026

Stephanie Galysh, 80, of East Berlin entered eternal rest on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at her home. She was born in Gangkofen, Germany and was the daughter of the late Iwan and Maria (Lotoszynska) Cebrij. She was the loving wife of the late Taras Galysh. She worked as a mortgage broker in the banking industry for many years as well...

Wilmer Grim

Wilmer Grim

Sep 7, 2026

Wilmer Ivan Grim, 96, of East Berlin entered eternal rest on Monday, September 7, 2026, at his home. He was born in Strinestown, PA and was the son of the late Clarence W. and Winifred S. (Swartz) Grim. He was the devoted husband of 67 years to the late Doris Romaine (Ferree) Grim. He owned his own plumbing company for...

Shirley Louise Bortner

Shirley Louise Bortner

Sep 3, 2026

Shirley Louise Bortner, 90, of New Oxford, entered God’s eternal care on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at Cross Keys Village. She was born in Hanover, Pennsylvania, and was the daughter of the late Lavere M. and Arlene E. (Feeser) Rebert. She was preceded in death by her husbands, George T. Bortner, of 19 years, and Earl E. Bortner, of 49...

Kenneth Blane Sarver

Kenneth Blane Sarver

Aug 31, 2026

Kenneth Blaine Sarver, 82, of East Berlin entered into eternal rest on Monday, August 31, 2026. Born in Summerset, PA, he was the loving son of the late Elmer R. and Elsie M. (Zarfoss) Sarver. Ken led a life filled with love, adventure, and dedication. He was the devoted husband to Ruby (Harris) Sarver. For 40 remarkable years, Ken proudly...

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