Obituaries

Recent Obituaries in Adams County, Pennsylvania

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Adams County, Pennsylvania area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

Kenneth W. Stambaugh

Kenneth W. Stambaugh

Jul 4, 2024

Kenneth W. Stambaugh, 84, passed Thursday, July 4, 2024, at his home.  He was the husband of Jean L. (Bosserman) Stambaugh, his wife 64 years.

Ken was born October 21, 1939, in Thomasville, the son of the late Kenneth E. and Hilda M. (Shellman) Stambaugh.

Ken was a member of Paradise "Holtzschwamm" Lutheran Church...

Lori J. Johnson

Lori J. Johnson

Jun 30, 2024

Lori J. Johnson, 54, passed Sunday, June 30, 2024, at UPMC Memorial Hospital, York.  She was the fiancée of Vince H. Nowak.

Lori was born May 19, 1970, in Princeton, NJ, the daughter of the late Frederick E. and Carole J. (Angel) Johnson.

In addition to her fiancée Vince, Lori is survived by two...

Francis “John” T. Weaver

Francis “John” T. Weaver

Jun 28, 2024

Francis T. "John" Weaver, 95, passed Friday, June 28, 2024 at the home of his daughter.

John was born January 16, 1929 in Mt. Pleasant Twp, the son of the late Edward L. and Ellen C. (Todt) Weaver.

John was a U.S. Army Veteran during the Korean War with the 6th Armored Cavalry. He...

Kevin L. Hoff

Kevin L. Hoff

Jun 22, 2024

Kevin L. Hoff, 49, passed Saturday, June 22, 2024, at UPMC Harrisburg Hospital.

Kevin was born July 8, 1974, in Gettysburg, the son of Joann A. (Hoffman) Hoff of New Oxford, and the late Kenneth L. Hoff.

In addition to his mother Joann, Kevin is survived by two brothers, Brian T. Hoff and his wife...

Larry S. Larue

Larry S. Larue

Jun 21, 2024

Larry S. LaRue, 91, passed Friday, June 21, 2024, at SpiriTrust Lutheran Gettysburg.  He was the husband of Mary J. (Reinecker) LaRue, his wife of 71 years.

Larry was born October 10, 1932, in York Springs, the son of the late H. Jerry and Stella M. (Cline) LaRue.

Larry was a member of York Springs...

David E. Costella

David E. Costella

Jun 20, 2024

David E. Costella, 83, passed Thursday, June 20, 2024, at the home of his companion, Sharon E. Spangler.

Dave was born November 29, 1940, in New Oxford, the son of the late H. Clayton and Rosella M. (Rabine) Costella.

In addition to his companion Sharon, Dave is survived by a daughter, Jena M. Rondinelli and...

Anna Mae Messinger

Anna Mae Messinger

Jun 19, 2024

Anna Mae (Markel) Messinger, 96, passed Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at The Brethren Home Community.  She was the wife of the late Kenneth R. Messinger, who passed August 12, 1991.

Mae was born April 18, 1928, in Spring Grove, the daughter of the late Ralph J. and Lucy (Ream) Markel.

Mae was a life-time member...

Rose M. Topper

Rose M. Topper

Jun 19, 2024

Rose M. (Carbaugh) Topper, 73, passed Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at her home.

Rose was born November 29, 1950, in Hanover, the daughter of the late Charles J. and Estella E. (Kuhn) Carbaugh.

Rose was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in New Oxford.

Rose is survived by four daughters, Jill...

Sherry L. Groft

Sherry L. Groft

Jun 13, 2024

Sherry L. (Anthony) Groft, 62, passed Thursday, June 13, 2024, at her home.  She was the wife of Thomas J. Groft, her husband of 43 years.

Sherry was born August 5, 1961, in Hanover, the daughter of the late James C. Anthony and the late Shirley R. (Myers) Knox.

Sherry was a member of Immaculate...

Harry Lee Borger

Harry Lee Borger

Jun 13, 2024

Harry Lee Borger, 76, passed away unexpectedly on June 13, 2024, at Gettysburg Hospital, Gettysburg, PA. Harry was born in Lock Haven, PA on June 22, 1947.

He was married to his loving wife, soulmate, and best friend, Mary, for 55 years. Harry was very appreciative of her help with his challenges associated with Multiple Sclerosis. Harry...

Harry E. Merrel

Harry E. Merrel

Jun 12, 2024

Harry E. Merrel, 87, passed Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at his home. He was the husband of the late Joan Marie (Hockensmith) Merrel, his wife of 50 years, who passed October 10, 2010.

Harry was born June 7, 1937, in Wilkes-Barre, the son of the late Harry E. II, and Althea (Frankenfield) Merrel.

Harry enjoyed...

Monika L. Boop

Monika L. Boop

Jun 12, 2024

Monika L. Boop, affectionately called "Monique" by her late husband Dean. Grandmother and Great grandmother Extraordinaire to Kevin and Lisa, Tamara and Chad, Kateri, David, Paul, and Deanna. Great Grandkids, Tyler, Austin, Logan, Connor, Luke, Sidney, Ethan and Abygail. She was a multi-talented artist, EMT for Hillsborough Rescue squad, and an avid fisherman. Born in Lithuania and came...

Donald P. Rhodes, Sr

Donald P. Rhodes, Sr

Jun 8, 2024

Donald Paul Rhodes, Sr., passed peacefully at his home on Saturday, June 8, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was 94 years old.

Donald was born on July 11,1929, on the Rhodes farm in Butler Township, Adams County, PA. He was the only child of Paul T. and Sadie E. Guise Rhodes.

Donald married...

Betty L. Lau

Betty L. Lau

Jun 8, 2024

Betty L. (Lau) Lau 95, November 9, 1928 – June 8, 2024. Betty L. Lau passed away Saturday June 8, 2024.  She was predeceased by her loving husband Elvin "Sonny" Lau who passed April 25, 2023; together they shared 37 years of marriage.

Born November 9, 1928, on a 14 acre farm in Thomasville, she was the...

Vincene "Vinnie" R. Mackison

Vincene "Vinnie" R. Mackison

Jun 6, 2024

Vincene R. "Vinnie" Mackison, 72, passed Thursday, June 6, 2024 peacefully at her home.

Vinnie was born December 16, 1951 in Lancaster, the daughter of the late Vincent and Rheta Mackison.

Vinnie was a 1969 graduate of Columbia High School, and the Alpine Grooming School in 1969. Vinnie worked as a dog groomer for several...

Darlene M. Funk

Darlene M. Funk

Jun 6, 2024

Darlene M. (Smith) Funk, 78, passed Thursday, June 6, 2024, at WellSpan York Hospital.  She was the wife of Terry J. Funk, her husband of 58 years.

Darlene was born May 9, 1946, in Hanover, the daughter of the late Harry S. and Mamie A. (Stambaugh) Smith.

Darlene was a life member of Hanover Home...

Rose A. Carpenter

Rose A. Carpenter

Jun 3, 2024

Rose A. (Topper) Carpenter, 67, passed Monday, June 3, 2024, at UPMC Hanover Hospital.  She was the wife of Jeffrey A. Carpenter, her husband of 48 years.

Rose was born January 21, 1957, in Hanover, the daughter of the late Charles and Lillian (Hockensmith) Topper.

In addition to her husband Jeff, Rose is survived by...

Eric M. Sterner

Eric M. Sterner

Jun 1, 2024

Eric M. Sterner, 33, of East Berlin, PA, passed away on June 1st, 2024. He was born September 16th, 1990, to Tim & Tracy Sterner in Gettysburg, PA.

Eric, a servant-hearted, generous, and compassionate friend and church member, is survived by his father, Tim Sterner; sister, Ashley Sterner; her boyfriend, Paul Castle; nephew, Nolyn Castle; niece, Gracelyn...

David M. Prophet

David M. Prophet

Jun 1, 2024

David M. Prophet, 82, passed Saturday, June 1, 2024, at The Brethren Home Community.  He was the husband of Barbara M. (Faris) Prophet, his wife of 60 years.

David was born October 10, 1941, in Palmer, MA, the son of the late Alta E. and Helen G. (Sullivan) Prophet.

David served in the U.S....

Mary Louise Frey

Mary Louise Frey

May 31, 2024

Mary Louise (Altand) Frey, passed Friday, May 31, 2024 at the Brethren Home Community. She was the wife of the late William J. Frey, her husband of 63 years, who died December 3, 2014.

Mary Louise was born in East Berlin, the daughter of the late Lawrence P. and Alice M. (Laughman) Altland.

Mary Louise...

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