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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Phyllis Hull

Phyllis Hull

Sep 21, 2021

Phyllis Hull, 97, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 21, 2021 at the Brethren Home in New Oxford, PA.

Phyllis was the wife of the late Herman Hull who passed away on April 8, 2001.

Phyllis was born on November 28, 1923 in Ridgely, WV to the late Thomas E. and Amy Belle (Combs) Roomsburg....

Clyde L. Waltemyer

Clyde L. Waltemyer

Sep 18, 2021

Clyde L. Waltemyer Jr., 81, of Fairfield, PA passed away on September 18, 2021 with his loving family at his side.  Born on March 21, 1940 in York, PA, he was the son of the late Clyde L. Waltemyer Sr. and Ruth E. (Frey) Waltemyer.

He was a graduate of William Penn Senior High School.  He was...

June E. (Mummert)  Messinger

June E. (Mummert) Messinger

Sep 17, 2021

June E. (Mummert) Messinger, 89, formerly of Hanover, passed away September 17, 2021 at her home in McSherrystown. She was the loving wife of the late Earl H. Messinger, Sr., who died November 30, 1991.

June was born March 25, 1932 in Hanover, the daughter of the late Rolandus and Edna (Lippy) Mummert.

June was...

Juanita M. (Brophy)  Keech

Juanita M. (Brophy) Keech

Sep 9, 2021

Juanita M. (Brophy) Keech, 77, died Thursday, September 9, 2021, at her home.  She was the wife of the late Wade E. Keech, Sr, who died January 3, 2009.

Juanita was born September 18, 1943, in Caledonia, MN, the daughter of the late Frederick J. and Philomene Brophy.

Juanita retired from the Hanover Post Office,...

Sonja Yvonne Wildasin

Sonja Yvonne Wildasin

Sep 7, 2021

Sonja Yvonne Wildasin, 80,- It is with sad hearts that we share the news of the passing of our beloved mother and sister on Tuesday, September 7, 2021.

Born in Hanover, she was the daughter of the late Clark H. and Pauline E. (Strausbaugh) Wildasin.  She was the wife of the late Robert Chislett and the...

Daniel J. Fleischman

Daniel J. Fleischman

Sep 5, 2021

Daniel J. Fleischman, 62, died Sunday, September 5, 2021, at his home.

Dan was born November 19, 1958, in Antigo, WI, the son of the late Harvey and Jessie (MacDonald) Fleischman.

Dan was a member of the McSherrystown Moose, and a life member of the McSherrystown Home Association.

Dan is survived by...

Rose Valenzisi Smith

Rose Valenzisi Smith

Sep 5, 2021

In the morning hours of Sunday, September 5, 2021, Rose Valenzisi Smith fell asleep in the Lord. Born February 24, 1924 in Brooklyn, New York, Rose was the daughter of Salvatore and Angelina Valenzisi. The oldest of five siblings, Rose received an education at Washington Irving Highschool for the Fine Arts, and went on to work as a...

Stanley E. "Eddie" Yates, Jr.

Stanley E. "Eddie" Yates, Jr.

Sep 1, 2021

Stanley E. "Eddie" Yates, Jr, 56, died Wednesday, September 1, 2021, at UPMC Harrisburg Hospital.  He was the husband of Denyse V. (Gonzalez) Yates, his wife of 22 years.

Eddie was born August 4, 1965, in Detroit, MI, the son of the late Lorraine (Ryniewicz) Yates, and the late Stanley E. Yates, Sr.

Eddie...

Glenn Shupp

Glenn Shupp

Aug 30, 2021

Glenn Shupp, 90, passed away Monday, August 30, 2021 at 5:15 AM after battling dementia and other complications.

He was born April 4, 1931 in Mt. Joy PA., son of the late Burton A. Shupp and Myrtie V. (Swope) Shupp.  He was preceded in death by 3 brothers, Franklin, Burton and Jerry.  He is survived by his...

Donald S. Hamon

Donald S. Hamon

Aug 27, 2021

Donald S. Hamon, 86, died Friday, August 27, 2021, at Messiah Lifeways at Messiah Village Mechanicsburg. He was the husband of the late Donna Jean (Conway) Hamon, his wife of 63 years, who died February 23, 2021.

Donald was born January 22, 1935, in Cleveland, OH, the son of the late Leroy and Mary (Nycz) Hamon.

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Cheryl B. (Wolford) Rotz

Cheryl B. (Wolford) Rotz

Aug 23, 2021

Cheryl B. (Wolford) Rotz, 67, died Monday, August 23, 2021, at her home.  She was the wife of the late Ronald E. Rotz, Sr, who died February 12, 1999.

Cheryl was born October 1, 1953, in West Palm Beach, FL, the daughter of the late Albert L. "Buzz" and Isobel A. (McFaulds) Wolford.

Cheryl...

Hezekiah D. Laughman

Hezekiah D. Laughman

Aug 16, 2021

Hezekiah D. Laughman was stillborn on Sunday, August 15, 2021, at WellSpan Gettysburg Hospital.

Hezekiah is survived by his parents, Derek G. and Ashley M. (Minnick) Laughman of York Springs, maternal grandparents, Mark and Diane Heisey of Spring Grove, and paternal grandparents, Eric and Katrina Laughman of York springs.

A graveside service will be...

Ronald C. Divelbiss

Ronald C. Divelbiss

Aug 15, 2021

Ronald C. Divelbiss, 76, died Sunday, August 15, 2021, at WellSpan York Hospital.  He was the husband of Arlene (Martin) Divelbiss.

Ron was born January 15, 1945, in Chambersburg, the son of the late Carl B. and Lilly F. (Bowers) Divelbiss.

Ron was the owner of Ron's Mobile Home Service in Abbottstown, and he...

Robert H. Noel

Robert H. Noel

Aug 14, 2021

Robert H. Noel, 78, died Saturday, August 14, 2021, at his home.  He was the husband of Diane E. (Crowl) Noel, his wife of 27 years.

Bob was born November 6, 1942, in York Co., the son of the late Ruth E. (Harman) Harvey, and the late Glenn Noel.

Bob served in the U.S....

Barry L. Markle

Barry L. Markle

Aug 12, 2021

Barry L. Markle, 59, passed away Thursday, August 12, 2021, at his home in Hanover.

Barry was born September 8, 1961 in Hanover, the son of the late William and Ruth (Harman) Markle.

Barry was a U.S. Navy Veteran, stationed in Norfolk, VA. He was employed with the Evening Sun Newspaper for 35 years.

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Agnes A. (Long) Naill

Agnes A. (Long) Naill

Aug 7, 2021

Agnes A. (Long) Naill, 96, died Saturday, August 7, 2021, at Transitions Healthcare.  She was the wife of the late Robert H. Naill, Sr, who died April 6, 1997.

Agnes was born April 21, 1925, in New Oxford, the daughter of the late Leo A. and Ruth M. (Smith) Long.

Agnes was a member...

Joanne M. (Anderson)  Lehr

Joanne M. (Anderson) Lehr

Aug 3, 2021

Joanne M. (Anderson) Lehr, 90, died Tuesday, August 3, 2021, at Columbia Cottage in Hanover.  She was the wife of the late Malcolm J. Lehr, who died August 13, 2002

Joanne was born July 16, 1931, in York, the daughter of the late Roy and Hilda (Lausch) Anderson.

Joanne was a member of St. Paul's...

Kenneth O. Tracy, Jr.

Kenneth O. Tracy, Jr.

Aug 1, 2021

Kenneth O. Tracy, Jr, 78, died Sunday, August 1, 2021, at Hershey Medical Center.  He was the husband of the late Donna J. (Taylor) Tracy, who died December 8, 2009.

Ken was born April 7, 1943, in Baltimore, MD, the son of the late Kenneth O. and Naomi (Barnes) Tracy, Sr.

Ken is survived by...

Ronald E. Airey

Ronald E. Airey

Jul 30, 2021

Ronald E. Airey, 84, died Friday, July 30, 2021, at Hanover Hall.  He was the husband of Thelma W. (Wilkens) Airey, his wife of 65 years.

Ron was born August 8, 1936, in Baltimore, MD, the son of the late William J. and Lillian W. (Benson) Airey.

Ron was a member of the United...

Captain Brian M. Wilkinson

Captain Brian M. Wilkinson

Jul 26, 2021

A devoted and loving son, Captain Brian M. Wilkinson entered into eternal rest July 26, 2021. His life was lived to the fullest as a true servant of Christ. He intentionally looked to the good and well-being of others in every facet of his life. He was man of integrity, loyalty and wisdom.

Brian was born September...

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