Obits: December 2000: Lebanon Daily News: Lebanon Co, PA Contributed for use in USGenWeb Archives by Krista K Gable. eagle429@bright.net USGENWEB ARCHIVES NOTICE: Printing this file within by non-commercial individuals and libraries is encouraged, as long as all notices and submitter information is included. Any other use, including copying files to other sites requires permission from the submitters PRIOR to uploading to any other sites. We encourage links to the state and county table of contents. http://www.usgwarchives.net/ _______________ Revision: 12/27/02. INDEX by order listed. Dec 1, 2000 Phillip Bomberger, age 72 Dec 1, 2000 John E. Reichert, age 67 Dec 1, 2000 James E. Cooper Jr., age 50 Dec 1, 2000 Ellsworth P. Brightbill Sr., age 74 Dec 1, 2000 Mary E. (nee Mattioli) Cortellini, age 79 Dec 1, 2000 Curtis W. Peiffer, age 83 Dec 1, 2000 James B. Nelson, age 92 Dec 1, 2000 Edgar R. Barr, age 75 Dec 1, 2000 Annie Ruth (nee Bolden) Harris, age 59 Dec 1, 2000 George F. "Bud" Felty, age 78 Dec 2, 2000 Martin F. "Marty" Rost Jr., age 72 Dec 2, 2000 Elsie I. (nee Kreiser) Rhoad, age 97 Dec 2, 2000 Verna E. (nee Buser) Hershey, age 87 Dec 2, 2000 Betty (nee Ober) Edenfield, age 65 Dec 4, 2000 Robert "Whitie" Moll, age 73 Dec 4, 2000 Helen K. "Lenka" (nee Kotay) Heller, age 71 Dec 4, 2000 June E. (nee Miller) Estep, age 89 Dec 4, 2000 Christian S. Musser, age 74 Dec 4, 2000 Martha M. (nee Strack) Steckbeck, age 93 Dec 5, 2000 Mayanna (nee Martin) Nation, age 82 Dec 5, 2000 James E. Condran, age 82 Dec 5, 2000 Galen "Pop" Krieger, age 90 Dec 5, 2000 Woodrow H. Shearer Sr., age 84 Dec 5, 2000 Margaret V. (nee Johnstone) Cuddy, age 80 Dec 5, 2000 Samuel J. Simpson, age 60 Dec 6, 2000 Linda (nee Rudokas) Gasiunas, age 84 Dec 6, 2000 Benjamin J. Arndt, age 73 Dec 6, 2000 Glenn W. Mann, age 62 Dec 6, 2000 Beatrice (nee Peffer) Schuler, age 93 Dec 6, 2000 Lorraine I. (nee Bensinger) Berger, age ?? Dec 6, 2000 Samuel N. Ziegler, age 96 Dec 7, 2000 Robert P. Sponenberg Sr., age 81 Dec 7, 2000 George H. Kreiser, age 70 Dec 7, 2000 Willie May (nee Kirk) Floyd, age 77 Dec 7, 2000 Esther G. (nee Gordon) Kuntz, age 83 Dec 7, 2000 Mary E. (nee Hoke) Dissinger, age 89 Dec 7, 2000 Francis E. Fontenoy, age 85 Dec 8, 2000 Samuel J. Simpson, age 60 Dec 8, 2000 Kathleen J. (nee Stevenson) Ward, age 59 Dec 8, 2000 Esther S. (nee Omelchenko) Jennetti, age 76 Dec 8, 2000 George Peric, age 79 Dec 9, 2000 Kathryn K. (nee Kreamer) Rice, age 88 Dec 9, 2000 Morgan Ashley Yiengst, age infant daughter Dec 9, 2000 Antonio Gonzalez, age 59 Dec 9, 2000 Pearl D. (nee Snyder) Donmoyer, age 81 Dec 9, 2000 Katharine D. (Mengel) Miller, age Dec 9, 2000 Harold F. "Haps" Werner, age 72 Dec 10, 2000 Marie P. (nee Pence) Hartman, age 91 Dec 10, 2000 Nickolas Russell Light, age 14 Dec 10, 2000 Lester H. Bennetch, age 85 Dec 10, 2000 Henry L. Schmidt, age 84 Dec 11, 2000 James A. Gettle Sr., age 54 Dec 11, 2000 Lester H. Bennetch, age 85 Dec 11, 2000 Ora M. (nee Swecker) Herron, age 95 Dec 11, 2000 Ray G. Whitman, age 75 Dec 11, 2000 Rosaleen M. (nee Drew) Glynn, age not listed Dec 11, 2000 Catherine A. (nee Spotts) Gruber, age 87 Dec 11, 2000 George B. Thiel, age 82 Dec 11, 2000 Thelma M. (nee Kalbach Schaeffer) Hartman, age 86 Dec 11, 2000 Lloyd E. Purcell, age 61 Dec 11, 2000 John A. Teslow, age not listed Dec 12, 2000 Diane Susan Heath, age 31 Dec 12, 2000 Gladys B. (nee Jernberg) Botz, age 79 Dec 12, 2000 Eva S. (nee Scipioni) Plebani, age 85 Dec 12, 2000 Joseph M. Gingrich, age 37 Dec 12, 2000 Nancy J. (nee Bradley) Lutz, age 61 Dec 12, 2000 Frank F. Yeager Sr., age 77 Dec 12, 2000 George M. Lyons, age 57 Dec 12, 2000 Edith H. (nee Hawkins) Sager, age 84 Dec 12, 2000 Samuel X. Santangelo, age 98 Dec 12, 2000 Paul E. "Bixler" Matthew, age 95 Dec 12, 2000 Joan D. (nee Reightler) Stoudt, age 53 Dec 12, 2000 Wheeler Gilmore Jr., age 79 Dec 13, 2000 Sheldon J. Shale, age 86 Dec 13, 2000 Emilio Torres, age 34 Dec 13, 2000 Richard K. Shay, age 68 Dec 13, 2000 Paul E. Upperman, age 86 Dec 13, 2000 Robert E. Siegrist, age 85 Dec 13, 2000 Dorothy T. (nee Bender) Smith, age 86 Dec 13, 2000 Lloyd E. McCurdy, age 74 Dec 14, 2000 Ruth B. Krumbine (nee Brubacher), age 88 Dec 14, 2000 Frank J. Hartmoyer, age 82 Dec 14, 2000 William H. "Chicken" Peiffer, age 67 Dec 14, 2000 Margie L. Beck, age 80 Dec 14, 2000 Vivienne M. Miller, (nee Keirn), age 85 Dec 15, 2000 Fern W. (nee Weaver) Boyd, age 82 Dec 15, 2000 Fred C. Johnston, age 90 Dec 15, 2000 George K. Troutman, age 71 Dec 15, 2000 Marilyn M. (nee Snyder) Preis, age 73 Dec 15, 2000 Daniel J. Grabey, age 95 Dec 15, 2000 Arlene R. Landis, age 90 Dec 15, 2000 Kathyn W. (nee Wengert) Engle, age 96 Dec 15, 2000 Dorothy I. (nee Lutz) Wolfe, age 80 Dec 15, 2000 James R. Steffy, age 64 Dec 15, 2000 Helen (Benedick) Houser, age 78 Dec 16, 2000 Earl L. Miller Sr., age 81 Dec 16, 2000 Maurice J. Chandler, age 78 Dec 17, 2000 James L. Goldsworthy, age 51 Dec 17, 2000 Mary C. (nee Arnold) Allwein, age 95 Dec 17, 2000 Celestine (nee Iannelli) Cecconi, age 85 Dec 17, 2000 Dale E. Nickolls, age 52 Dec 17, 2000 Dorothy V. Miller, age 84 Dec 17, 2000 Joseph A. Horn, age 89 Dec 18, 2000 Edwin H. Mengel, age 86 Dec 18, 2000 Sgt. Dennis Lee Legas, age 54 Dec 18, 2000 Lavina H. (nee Rhoads) Walmer, age 91 Dec 18, 2000 Richard P. Swanger, age 71 Dec 18, 2000 Michael J. Chadwick Jr., age 75 Dec 18, 2000 Ward Shumate, age 73 Dec 19, 2000 Anna A. (nee Zoll) Peffley, age 88 Dec 19, 2000 Jeremiah B. Horn, age 95 Dec 19, 2000 Ruth C. (nee Bradley) Engle, age 81 Dec 19, 2000 Venus Evelyn (nee Ziegler) Shutter, age 84 Dec 19, 2000 Joseph F. Kokal, age 79 Dec 20, 2000 Irene M. (nee Potts) Marks, age 81 Dec 20, 2000 Winona K. (nee Wise) Ream, age 79 Dec 20, 2000 Ella E. "Betty" (nee Enck) Hensel, age 79 Dec 20, 2000 Martha P. Neighbour, age 81 Dec 20, 2000 John G. Valentine, age 68 Dec 20, 2000 Dora E. (nee Clements) Lightcap, age 92 Dec 21, 2000 Robert B. Moyer, age 80 Dec 21, 2000 Charles W. "Chuck" Snyder, age 78 Dec 21, 2000 Mary A. Reider (nee Zellers), age 87 Dec 21, 2000 Ida V. Hartman (nee Folcarelli), age 76 Dec 22, 2000 Merlin L. Wise, age 78 Dec 22, 2000 Robert J. Liddell, age 84 Dec 22, 2000 Ronald S. Engle, age 58 Dec 24, 2000 Martha J. (nee Seigfried) Gerhart, age 79 Dec 24, 2000 Lena B. (nee Shifflett) Crist, age 83 Dec 24, 2000 Erma A. (nee Artz) Moyer, age 96 Dec 24, 2000 Jennie L. (nee Faust) Mertz, age 70 Dec 24, 2000 Ralph Plasterer, age 81 Dec 24, 2000 Samuel M. Wolfe Sr., age 71 Dec 24, 2000 Curtis L. Frantz, age 79 Dec 24, 2000 Walter J. Mintz, age 75 Dec 25, 2000 David L. Kreiser, age 34 Dec 25, 2000 Rev. W. Lyndon Hess, age 92 Dec 25, 2000 Adam A. Struphar, age 86 Dec 26, 2000 Selma K. (nee King) Wenger, age 89 Dec 26, 2000 Sister Mary Mark, age 92 Dec 26, 2000 Harold W. Stansfield, age 89 Dec 26, 2000 Curtis L. Frantz Sr., age 79 Dec 26, 2000 George E. Leibich Sr., age 56 Dec 26, 2000 Dae Nam Kwon, age 76 Dec 27, 2000 Emma Nora Gerberich, age 90 Dec 27, 2000 Clifford E. Bender, age 72 Dec 27, 2000 Reed H. Koenig, age 39 Dec 27, 2000 Mildred W. "Peggy" Ulrich (nee Hartz), age 77 Dec 27, 2000 James Micah Belleman, age 3_ Dec 27, 2000 David L. Kreiser, age 34 Dec 27, 2000 Kenneth L. Bennett Jr., age 44 Dec 27, 2000 Jennifer L. Miller (nee Warmkessel), age 35 Dec 27, 2000 Ethel G. Schaeffer (nee Felty), age 88 Dec 1, 2000 Phillip Bomberger, age 72 b. date not provided. d. Nov 23, 2000 Alamance Region Medical Center, Burlington NC h/o Phyllis (nee Menhorn) Bomberger s/o late Theodore & Tillie (nee Swanger) Bomberger retired pastor & teacher of the lessons of the Bible member, Grahm Bible Fellowship former member of the Board of Greenwood Bible College, Fayetteville also taught Bible classes outside of the church for more than 25 years. Survivors: Daughter Anna Kelly of Bahama NC Son Paul T. Bomberger, Burlington NC Sister Mary Fair, Vadalia GA Brother Mark Swanger Bomberger, Annville 3 grandchildren several nieces and nephews. Buried: Pine Hill Cemetery, Burlington, NC Dec 1, 2000 John E. Reichert, age 67 b. Nov 25, 1933 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Nov 30, 2000 Pine Grove PA h/o Helen (nee Zimmerman) Reichert, to whom he was married 46 years. S/o late Charles & Beulah (nee Hubler) Reichert Member, St. PeterÕs Lutheran Church, Pine Grove Korean War Veteran Had been employed at Reading Industries Survivors: Son Dean Reichert, Pine Grove Daughter Dawn Reis, Schuylkill Haven Sister Emily Hoover, Pine Grove Sister Irene Kimmel, Pine Grove Sister Sevilla "Doll" Stine, Pine Grove Sister Alice Kimmel, Pine Grove 2 grandchildren 1 great-grandchild Preceded in death by: Brothers Charles, Morris, and Garfield Reichert Sister Orizaba Wolfe Burial: St. JohnÕs Union Cemetery, Friedensburg, PA Dec 1, 2000 James E. Cooper Jr., age 50 b. Aug 9, 1950 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA d. Nov 29, 2000 Hershey, PA s/o Evangeline J. (nee Weil) Cooper and the late James E. Cooper Sr. employed by SeltzerÕs Lebanon Bologna Co., Palmyra enjoyed drawing and working on computers Avid Star Trek fan Survivors: Sister Jessica Schweers, Hummelstown Sister Sharon Gettle, Lebanon Two nieces and a nephew. Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 1, 2000 Ellsworth P. Brightbill Sr., age 74 b. Apr 10, 1926 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 22, 2000 Lebanon PA h/o Mary K. (nee Boltz) Brightbill, to whom he was would have been married 54 years, Nov 24, 2000. S/o late Pierce E. & Edna M. (Bordlemay) Brightbill. Retired chef and restaurant manager, BoscovÕs in Lebanon Previously worked at the Cocoa Inn, Hershey U. S. Navy veteran of WW2, where he had served in the Pacific Theater. Member, Myerstown Grace Brethren Church, Myerstown Member, Navy Ship 91, Lebanon Survivors: Son E. P. "Skip" Brightbill Jr., State College Son Craig, h/o Nancy Brightbill, Lebanon Daughter Christie Hicks, Lebanon Daughter Dawn Bowman, Annville Daughter Mary V. "Gini" Marshall, Myerstown 9 grandchildren 1 great-grandchild Preceded in death by: 1 Brother. 3 sisters, and a grandson. Burial: WolfÕs Union Meeting House Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Dec 1, 2000 Mary E. (nee Mattioli) Cortellini, age 79 b. Mar 21, 1921 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 30, 2000 Lebanon PA w/o late Joseph Cortellini d/o late Mr & Mrs. Nicholas Mattioli member, St. MaryÕs Church Survivors: Daughter Stephanie Cortellini, Lebanon Son Angelo Vendetti, Lebanon Step-daughter Diane Rumpl, Buffalo NY Brother Louis Mattioli, Lebanon Brother Edward Mattioli, Lebanon Sister Esther Beaupre, Vermont Granddaughter Marie Wampler Granddaughter Michelle Vendetti Granddaughter Renee Vendetti 11 great-grandchildren several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Sisters Helen DiMagno, Julia Farling and Adeline Vernon Brother Alfred Mattioli Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N. Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 1, 2000 Curtis W. Peiffer, age 83 b. May 18, 1917 Bethel Township, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 28, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA s/o late Martin & Sallie A. Peiffer. Retired laborer from the former Manheim Asbestos Co., Manheim Worshipped at Zion "GoshertÕs" United Church of Christ, Lebanon US Navy veteran WW2 Member, Newmanstown & Mt. Zion fire companies Member, VFW Post 23 and the American Legion Posts in Lebanon & Fredericksburg Survivors: Daughter Brenda, w/o John Hiott, Wyoming DE A companion Dorothy Tarbet, Lebanon 2 grandchildren burial: Zion "GoshertÕs" United Church of Christ, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Dec 1, 2000 James B. Nelson, age 92 b. May 5, 1908 Halifax, Dauphin Co. PA d. Nov 29, 2000 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Eva M. (nee Hughes) Nelson, with whom he celebrated 68 years on Nov 19, 2000. S/o late James M. & Cora (nee Bowman) Nelson Graduate, 1927 Palmyra H. S. Graduate, Central Penn Business School Retired from the Dept of Labor & Industry, Bureau of Employment Security, after 35 years. Member, First United Methodist Church, Palmyra Member, Patriotic Order of Sons of America. Former treasurer, Palmyra Senior Citizens Life member, CitizenÕs Fire Co., Palmyra Survivors: Daughter Eileen, w/o Clarence Fox, Palmyra 3 grandchildren 6 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Sisters Mary Bicksler and Olive Gingrich Brothers Ernest Nelson and Paul Nelson Burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, N.Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 1, 2000 Edgar R. Barr, age 75 b. Mar 29, 1925 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 29, 2000 Lebanon PA h/o Mary E. (nee Demny) Barr s/o late Russell & Emma (nee Patches) Barr. Boiler inspector at Cleaverbrook, 20 years Aircraft inspector for the government in Middletown for 20 years. Member, Marine Corps League Member, Lutheran Brotherhood Member, Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Lebanon Charter member, Rural Security & Glenn Lebanon fire companies. Volunteer at Good Samaritan Hospital, w/ over 8,000 hours of service Former Boy Scout commissioner Milton Hershey Alumnus. Survivors: Daughter Jean M., w/o Preston L. Darkes, Lebanon Son Edward R. Barr, Lebanon Son Thomas M. Horner, Lebanon Daughter Bonita J., fiancˇ of Mark Grumbine, Lebanon Daughter Patricia A. Boudreaux, Boullard TX Sister Gail Brackbill, Strasburg 8 grandchildren several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Granddaughter Melanie Lynn Horner Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E. Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 1, 2000 Annie Ruth (nee Bolden) Harris, age 59 b. Mar 15, 1941 Jackson, Mississippi d. Nov 25, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Lushion Harris of Albany NY d/o late R. G. & Alice Bolden former supervisor in the garment industry. Survivors: Son Donald Harris, Lebanon Daughter Shenita, w/o Michael Allen, Lebanon Son Timothy Harris, Philadelphia Daughter Ruth Ann Harris, Camden NJ Daughter Annie Lee Harris, Camden NJ Brother Rev. Joshua Bolden, Camden NJ Sister Ruby Ratliff, Camden NJ Sister Lorraine Patton, Camden NJ Sibling Sammy Bolden, Camden NJ Sister Joyce Marie Bolden, Mississippi Sister unknown, Mississippi Sibling R. L. Bolden, Mississippi Brother Junior C. Bolden, Mississippi Brother Benjamin Bolden, Mississippi Sister Shirley Cuff, Mississippi Sister Vergie Pearl Bolden, Mississippi Sister Mary Alice Bolden, Mississippi 12 grandchildren Several great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Daughter Betty Joann Harrison Sons Lushion and Ronald Harris Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 1, 2000 George F. "Bud" Felty, age 78 b. Feb 18, 1922 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Nov 30, 2000 Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA s/o late William E. "Willie" Felty and Sarah (nee Fox) Felty Leffler. Carpenter and miner before retirement U.S. Army Veteran of WW2. Member, New Beginnings Four Square Gospel Church, Tremont Member, Pine Grove VFW Member, Fredericksburg American Legion. Survivors: Ex-wife??? Beatrice (nee Weller) Felty Son Kenneth L. Felty Sr., Pine Grove Son Jimmy L. Felty Sr., Pine Grove Son George P. Felty, Tower City Daughter Beatrice Trauaf, Myerstown Daughter Sallie Wenrich, Fredericksburg Daughter Mary Strouphauer, Jonestown Daughter Brenda Shuman, Minersville 34 grandchildren 50 great-grandchildren 1 great-great-granddaughter burial: Grand View Memorial Cemetery, N. Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 2, 2000 Martin F. "Marty" Rost Jr., age 72 b. date not provided Columbia, Lancaster Co. PA d. Nov 30, 2000 Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA h/o Jacqueline W. (nee Gibble) Rost, w/whom he celebrated 49 years on Monday, Nov 27, 2000. S/o late Martin F. & Marion A. (nee Smith) Rost. Attended St. PeterÕs Parochial school Graduate, Columbia H. S. Graduate, Thaddeus Stevens Trade School Tool and die maker w/ K.D. Tool Co. for 20 years. Manager and estimator for Micro Prcision Corp., Granite Run Park. Navy Veteran of Korean War. Active member of St. Leo the Great Catholic Church Usher at the 7:30 a.m. Sunday Mass Former Boy Scout leader Member, Society of Manufacturing Engineers Member, Knights of Columbus Council 867, Lancaster Former member, American Legion Post in Columbia Enjoyed traveling with his family. Woodworking, especially furniture and crafts "Marty Machine Shop", at the New Hands on House Museum located behind the Landis Valley Museum, Lancaster, was named in his honor. Survivors: Son Marc J., h/o Sharon L. Rost, Landsdale Son Jason D. Rost, Millersville Brother Msg. George W. Rost, was the former longtime pastor of St. MaryÕs Catholic Church, Lebanon. 2 grandchildren Preceded in death by: Sisters Janet M. Rhoads and Alyse A. Griest Burial: "Private Internment will be held for the family". Location not listed. Dec 2, 2000 Elsie I. (nee Kreiser) Rhoad, age 97 b. Nov 11, 1903 Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 1, 2000 United Christian Church Home, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Warren T. Rhoad, who died Jan 19, 1991. D/o late Harry & Ida (nee Drews) Kreiser. Member, Manada United Christian Church, E. Hanover Twp. Youth teacher for many years. Enjoyed gardening and crocheting. Survivors: Son Lloyd Rhoad, Grantville Son Clinton Rhoad, Grantville Son Mark Rhoad, Annville Son Rev. Chester Rhoad, Jamestown TN Son Kenneth Rhoad, Arkansas Daughter Mildred Yoder, Manheim Brother Luke Kreiser, California Sister Victoria King, Grantville Sister Amy DiStefano, Grantville 16 grandchildren 21 great-grandchildren burial: Manada Hill United Christian Church Cemetery, E. Hanover Twp. Lebanon Co. PA Dec 2, 2000 Verna E. (nee Buser) Hershey, age 87 b. Oct 6, 1913 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 1, 2000 Lebanon PA w/o late Paul E. Hershey, who died in 1984. D/o late William & Annie (nee Loraw) Buser Member, Trinity United Church of Christ, Palmyra Former member, WomenÕs Guild of the Church Former member, Rotaryanns of Palmyra Former Member, Order of the Eastern Star, Palmyra Survivors: Son James P. Hershey, Grantville Daughter Patricia A. Williams, Lancaster Daughter Kay A., w/o Harold Beine, Slinger, Wisconsin Daughter Donna L., w/o Paul W. Spitler Jr., Grantville Daughter Barbara L., w/o James W. Britting, Palmyra Sister Marian Ginder, Reistville 7 grandchildren 11 great-grandchildren 1 great-great-grandson burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA Dec 2, 2000 Betty (nee Ober) Edenfield, age 65 b. date not listed Lebanon Co. PA d. Nov 28, 2000 Redding California h/o Charles Edenfield d/o late Helen R. Ober Graduate, 1953 Fredericksburg H. S. Last of her immediate family. Burial: at the discretion of the family. Dec 4, 2000 Robert "Whitie" Moll, age 73 b. May 17, 1927 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. d. Dec 2, 2000 Lebanon PA h/o late Dorothy (nee Binner) Moll s/o late Oscar & Hilda (nee Reinhart) Moll cement finisher, having worked for various companies on major interstate highways in the Northeast. Veteran of WW2, having served with the occupation forces in Europe during the Nuremberg trials. Member, Jonestown American Legion. Survivors: Son Charles H., h/o Brenda Moll, Lebanon Daughter Sandra L. Moll, Lebanon Brother Oscar "Blackie" Moll Jr., Lebanon Brother Lester "Babie" Moll, Lebanon Sister Betty "Girlie" Zehring, Lebanon Sister Shirley "Shirl" Moll, Womelsdorf 7 grandchildren 2 great-grandchildren Several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Son Samuel Moll Burial: Cedar Hill Cemetery, Fredericksburg, Lebanon Co. PA Dec 4, 2000 Helen K. "Lenka" (nee Kotay) Heller, age 71 b. date not listed Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 2, 2000 Reading, Berks Co. PA w/o Richard D. Heller d/o late Zarko & Danica (Mirkov) Kotay. 31 year employee of bench hand for AT & T, retiring in 1992. 3 year volunteer for Smiles Program at Fleetwood Elementary School. Life member, Lyons Fire Co., Member, Fleetwood Senior Citizens Member, St. Paul Lutheran Church, Fleetwood Graduate, 1947 Lebanon High School. Survivors: Daughter Brenda J. Brandt Boyer, Rome NY Daughter Linda Brandt Beck, Maxatawny Daughter Diane L. Brandt Uleau, Fleetwood Daughter Sallie R. Heller Nagle, Shoemakersville Brother Rodney Kotay, Lebanon Brother Milevoy Kotay, Lebanon Sister Pearl Moeschlin, Jonestown Sister Dorothy Phillips, Kingwood TX Sister Pauline Kotay, Reading 8 grandchildren 4 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brothers Donald Kotay and Victor Kotay Burial: nothing is listed. Dec 4, 2000 June E. (nee Miller) Estep, age 89 b. Jun 11, 1911 N. Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 2, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late John Estep. D/o late Albert & Alice (nee Heilman) Miller. She had lived on the 200 year old Miller farm in N. Annville Twp., all her life. Graduate, 1929 Palmyra H. S. BachelorÕs degree from Millersville State College. Taught kindergarten in North Cornwall and in her home school in N. Annville. Taught kindergarten in Northern Lebanon School District. Member, Lebanon Co. Honor Society Member, PA State Education Association Member and assistant secretary of the Annville Senior Citizens Life member, PA Education Association Life member Lebanon County Retirees Association Member, Hill Lutheran Church, Cleona, where she served as Sunday school teacher for over 60 years. Leader of the childrenÕs group. Served on church council Sang in the church choir. President of the Lutheran Church Women for many years. "In Christian Endeavor, she was the first county president and served as Quiet Hour superintendent of the county, district and state. She was a speaker in many Sunday schools and young peopleÕs groups. She was a member of the WomenÕs Christian Temperance Union and served as superintendent of YTC" Volunteer at Spang Crest Nursing Home in Lebanon She had a stand at the Lebanon FarmerÕs Market for many years and was known as the Opera Fudge Lady. Loved children , enjoyed music, serving Sunday dinners to her family and friends, and did much canning and freezing of food. Survivors: Daughter Jean, w/o Tim Erdman, Wernersville Daughter Alice M., w/o Lester Richards, Camp Hill Daughter Linda K., w/o Chris Cikovic, Lebanon Daughter Martha J., w/o Harry Gamble, Lebanon 11 grandchildren 7 great-grandchildren several nieces, nephews and cousins. Preceded in death by: Sisters Anna Sherk and Martha Tittle. Burial: Hill Church Cemetery, Annville, Lebanon Co. PA Dec 4, 2000 Christian S. Musser, age 74 b. date not listed Brecknock Township, Lancaster Co. PA d. Dec 2, 2000 Lititz, Lancaster Co. PA s/o late Isaac H. & Lena N. (nee Sauder) Musser. Worked at Christian Aid Ministries in West Earl Twp. Had attended Meadow Valley Mennonite Church, Ephrata Twp. Survivors: Brother David S., h/o Mildred (nee Senseig) Musser, New Holland Brother Rufus S., h/o Esther (nee Zimmerman) Musser, Lititz Brother Roman S., h/o Kathryn (Weaver) Musser, Lititz Brother Isaac S., h/o Mary Jane (Zimmerman) Musser, Narvon Sister Anna S. High, Denver Sister Edna S., w/o James Martin, Lebanon Sister Mary S., w/o Lloyd High, Lititz Sister Esther S., w/o Lloyd Oberholtzer, Richland Preceded in death by: Brother John S. Musser Sister Eva S. Oberholtzer Burial: Meadow Valley Mennonite Church Cemetery, Ephrata, Lancaster Co. PA Dec 4, 2000 Martha M. (nee Strack) Steckbeck, age 93 b. Apr 26, 1907 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 1, 2000 Lebanon PA w/o late John H. Steckbeck. D/o late John & Ashie (nee Meyer) Strack Retired from Bannon Mills Member, First Baptist Church, Lebanon Survivors: Daughter Naomi Stick, Lebanon 6 grandsons 12 great-grandchildren 1 great-great-grandchild burial: Ebenezer "Covenent" Cemetery, N. Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 5, 2000 Mayanna (nee Martin) Nation, age 82 b. May 8, 1918 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 3, 2000 Governor Harris Homestead, Eaton, OH w/o late Thomas Nation, who died in February 1987. S/o late Joseph & Betha (nee Fertig) Martin Member, First Christian Church, Springfield OH Survivors: Daughter Linda, w/o Gene McNew, New Paris OH Daughter Joann, w/o Darryl Richards, West Alexandria, OH Daughter Roberta, w/o Jerry Getter, Englewood, OH Daughter Karen, w/o John Davis, Lewisburg OH Son Joseph Nation, Brookville, OH Son David Nation, Gratis OH Sister Esther Wentling, Annville Sister Lucille Shroyer, Palmyra 13 grandchildren 27 great-grandchildren numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Son Timothy Nation, March 1949 Brother Roy Martin Sister Orpha Meyer Burial: Glen Haven Memorial Gardens near Springfield OH Dec 5, 2000 James E. Condran, age 82 b. Mar 24, 1918 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 4, 2000 Lebanon PA h/o late Mildred G. (nee Garman) Condran, who died Dec 21, 1991. S/o late James T. & Edna P. (Lafferty) Condran Self-employed salvage specialist in Lebanon US Army veteran of WW2, where he had served w/ the 79th Division under Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower. Member, Fridens Evangelical Lutheran Church, Myerstown Member, Lebanon VFW Post 23 Member, Goodwill Fire Company in Myerstown Member, Meyerstown Special Police Survivors: Sister Dorothy Seiders, Lebanon Sister Mary J., w/o Roy Lutz, Lebanon Number nieces and nephews. Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 5, 2000 Galen "Pop" Krieger, age 90 b. date not listed Port Carbon, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Dec 3, 2000 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA h/o late Catherine (nee Hyland) Krieger, who died 1993. S/o late Garfield & Olive (Krebs) Krieger. Last employed as coal inspector for Reading Anthracite Co., St. Clair PA U. S. Navy veteran of WW2 Member, Port Carbon American Legion Member, Black Diamond Navy Club, Minerville Member, Port Carbon Fish and Game Club Member, National Guard Member, Port Carbon Drum & Bugle Corps. Member, National Rifle Association Member, Elk Run Rest Club Member, St. PaulÕs Lutheran Church, Port Carbon. Chairman of the Heart Association. Survivors: Daughter Erma Caruso, Palmyra Daughter Gale Patches, Palmyra Daughter Patricia Barnes, Deaners Hill Sister Delores Wagner, Pottsville 5 grandchildren 8 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brother Charles Krieger, in 1935 Grandson Galen Barnes in 1980. Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E. Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 5, 2000 Woodrow H. Shearer Sr., age 84 b. Jun 13, 1916 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 3, 2000 New Bern NC h/o late Mildred R. Shearer, who died Jun 27, 1989. S/o late John Henry & Bessie (nee Dohner) Shearer. Retired feed salesman w/former Midway Mills, Lebanon Retired as a road construction assistant for PennDot Member, Midway Church of the Brethren, Lebanon Sang in the MenÕs Choir, Member, Friendship Fire Company Member, PA SheriffÕs Association. Survivors: Son Woodrow H. Shearer Jr., Lebanon Son Robert Shearer, Annville Son John Shearer, Sheldon, Wisconsin Daughter Suzanne, w/o Ron Trievel of New Bern, NC Sister Arlene Krall, Palmyra Sister Verna Sanger, Harrisburg 12 grandchildren 6 great-grandchildren number of nieces and nephews burial: Midway Brethren Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Dec 5, 2000 Margaret V. (nee Johnstone) Cuddy, age 80 b. Dec 29, 1919 Boston, Massachusetts d. Dec 3, 2000 Hummelstown, Dauphin Co. PA w/o late Harold J. Cuddy Sr.. d/olate William & Alice M. (Reidy) Johnstone retired bookkeeper Graduate of Weymouth H.S., Weymouth, Mass. Roman Catholic faith. Member, Smithfield Rhode Island American Legion Auxiliary Enjoyed golfing and dancing. Survivors: Daughter Margaret Anne Weisel, Las Vegas NV Son H. James Cuddy Jr., Hummelstown Son Stephen R. Cuddy, Las Vegas NV Son Mark D. Cuddy, Palmyra Sister Carol Murphy, Rockland, Mss. 6 grandchildren burial: Hershey Cemetery, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA Dec 5, 2000 Samuel J. Simpson, age 60 b. Jan 7, 1940 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 4, 2000 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Peggy L. (nee Sholly) Simpson s/o late Samuel M. & Margaret (nee Ogurcak) Simpson employee, Herr Industrial, Lebanon Had been employee of former Cleaver-Brooks, Lebanon 4th degree member, Knights of Columbus member, St. MaryÕs Church and a eucharistic minister U.S.Air Force veteran. Survivors: Daughter Lee Ann, w/o Donald Knauff, Ephrata Daughter Stephanie M. Yiengst, Atlanta GA Daughter Jessica M., w/o John Ritchey, Collegeville Sister Margaret Robrecht, Piney Point, MD Sister Christina Odorisio, West Chester Brother David Simpson, Lebanon 2 grandchildren 13 nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Sister Anna Mae Casciotti Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 6, 2000 Linda (nee Rudokas) Gasiunas, age 84 b. date not listed Lithuania d. Dec 4, 2000 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Kazys Gasiunas, who died Aug 11, 1993. D/o late Mykolas & Bronislava (nee Stulpinas) Rudokas Survivors: Daughter Emma N. Sickman, w/whom she lived Daughter Rita D. Hovemyr, York Son Sarunas Gasiunas, Mouton, AL 5 grandchidren 3 great-grandhilcren burial: conveniece of family, location not listed. Dec 6, 2000 Benjamin J. Arndt, age 73 b. Nov 27, 1927 Richfield, Snyder Co. PA d. Dec 4, 2000 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Pauline (nee Cope) Arndt s/o late Thomas E. & Cleona (nee Woods) Arndt retired advertising salesman for 8 years, Central PA former salesman for ArndtÕs Ice Cream in Hershey for 27 years. Member, Spring Creek Church of the Brethren, Hershey Veteran. Survivors: Brother Bruce Arndt, Palmyra Brother Samuel, h/o Carol Ann Arndt, Palmyra Brother Harry, h/o Doris Arndt, Hershey Brother Lester, h/o Sally Ann Arndt, Hershey Sister Cleona, w/o Harry Witmer, Hershey Preceded in death by: Brothers Charles Arndt and Thomas Arndt Sister Myrtle Bonawitz Burial: Spring Creek Church of the Brethren, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA Dec 6, 2000 Glenn W. Mann, age 62 b. Jun 1, 1938 Oakvaile, WV d. Dec 5, 2000 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Lois (nee Austin) Mann s/o late Leonard & Lola Mann worked in the pipe mill at Bethlehem Steel in Steelton for the past 25 years Member, Local SteelworkerÕs Union, Harrisburg Veteran. Survivors: Daughter Kimberly S., w/o Jonthan Kern, Mechanicsburg Son G. Scott, h/o Debra Mann, Linglestown Sister Nancy Elliott, Louisa KY Sister Joyce Wall, Princeton KY Granddau Jennifer Kern, Mechanicsburg Granddau McKenzie Kern, Mechanicsburg Granddau Caitlyn Mann, Linglestown Preceded in death by: Granddau Krystyn Mann, in 1998. Burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, N.Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 6, 2000 Beatrice (nee Peffer) Schuler, age 93 b. Dec 22, 1906 Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co. PA d. Dec 4, 2000 Lima, Delaware Co. PA w/o late Harry J. Schuler d/o late Landis H. & Cora (nee Lutz) Peffer retired secretary from Provident Bank, Philadelpia member, Abrams Community Church, King of Prussia burial: KochenderferÕs Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Dec 6, 2000 Lorraine I. (nee Bensinger) Berger, age ?? b. date not listed Tremont, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Dec 4, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Earl F. Berger d/o late Francis & Mae (nee Kisinger) Bensinger. Worshipped in the Lutheran faith. Survivors: She has children, but they are not listed! Brother Harold Bensinger, Tower City Brother Francis Bensinger, Lebanon Sister Irene Lehman, Pine Grove Sister Marlene Boltz, Pine Grove Sister Dorothy Doran, Schuylkill Haven Sister Rita Butler, New Cumberland 4 grandchildren 2 great-grandchildren burial: "funeral services and interment will be held at the convenience of family". Location not listed. Dec 6, 2000 Samuel N. Ziegler, age 96 b. Jul 19, 1904 Limerick, PA d. Dec 5, 2000 Manheim, Lancaster Co. PA h/o late Bessie M. (nee Leininger) Ziegler, who died in 1988. S/o late Levi C. & Sarah Hoffman Ziegler. Plumber for many years in Lititz Retired in 1968 as a custodian in the Warwick School District, Lancaster Co. Member, Lititz Church of the Brethren, where he was custodian for many years and A deacon for 30 years. Enjoyed refinishing furniture and traveling. Survivors: Daughter Arlene, w/o Leon C. Crouse, Myerstown Son Dr. Carlos R., h/o Betty Ziegler, West Chester 6 grandchildren 19 great-grandchildren several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Grandson Larry Crouse, in 1971. Burial: Heidelberg Church of the Brethren Cemetery, Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA Dec 7, 2000 Robert P. Sponenberg Sr., age 81 b. Jan 21, 1919 Strawberry Ridge, Montour Co. PA d. Dec 5, 2000 Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co. PA s/o late William & Blanche (nee Manning) Sponenberg retired truck driver for the Fuller Co., Manheim Army veteran of WW2, during which he received a Purple Heart, Good Conduct Medal, Distinguished Unit Badge, European-African-Middle Eastern Š Service Medal with Bronze Stars. Survivors: Daughter Eva Schick, Milton Daughter Doris, w/o Edward Wolfe, Danville Daughter Barbara Weaber, Hershey Daughter Debra Sponenberg, Lebanon Daughter Mary Lou, w/o Robert Meilly, Annville Daughter Brenda, w/o Harvey Ballati, Palmyra Son Robert P. Sponenberg Jr., Lebanon Son Richard Sponenberg, Lebanon Son John Sponenberg, Lawn 26 grandchildren numerous great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren Preceded in death by: Daughter Betty Jane Sponenberg Sister Eva Charles Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 7, 2000 George H. Kreiser, age 70 b. Jun 29, 1930 Jonestown, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 6, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Shirley L. (nee Blair) Kreiser, w/whom he celebrated 44 years, Aug 18, 2000. S/o late Harry A. & Pauline (nee Heberling) Kreiser Worked fro Rhoads Sawmille in Grantville Member, Jonestown American Legion Member, Perseverance Fire Co. Member, Shellsville VFW. Survivors: Son Barry L. Kreiser, Grantville Son Randy L. Kreiser, Grantville Daughter Brenda J., w/o Dennis Echternach, Fredericksburg Daughter Bonnie S., w/o Dale Hollinger, Lebanon Daughter Linda L., w/o Lynn Bachman, Leesport Brother Richard, h/o Mary Kreiser, Jonestown Brother Ronald, h/o Sandra Kreiser, Jonestown Brother William Peiffer, Chicago IL Sister Dorothy Fake, Lebanon Sister Eva M. Fake, Jonestown Sister Celeste, w/o Dennis Copenhaver, Annville 15 grandchildren 7 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Sister Amy Kreiser Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 7, 2000 Willie May (nee Kirk) Floyd, age 77 b. Apr 16, 1923 Erwin, Unicoi Co. TN d. Dec 6, 2000 Campbelltown, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late M. L. Floyd w/o late Teves T. Hensley d/o late William & Rose May (nee Jones) Kirk homemaker attended East Hanover Church of God. Survivors: Daughter Rosa, w/o William Stumpf Sr., Lebanon Step-dau Florence Martin, California Sister Mildred Leonard, Antioch IL Brother George Kirk, California 7 grandchildren 18 great-grandchildren several nieces and nephews burial: Belmont Memorial Park, Fresno, California Dec 7, 2000 Esther G. (nee Gordon) Kuntz, age 83 b. Mar 17, 1917 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA d. Dec 5, 2000 Camp Hill, Cumberland Co. PA w/o late Harold E. Kauntz Sr. d/o late Davis S. & Delilah (nee Smith) Gordon retired as an office clerk from Hershey Foods Graduate of Hershey H. S. Worshipped in Protestant faith. Member, Chapter 402 Order of the Eastern Star in Palmyra Member, Hershey Sojourners Member, Hershey Oaks, Member, Hershey Chapter 3466 AARP. Member, Derry Twp. Mohler Senior Center, where she served as chairwoman of the Luncheon Club Survivors: Son Harold E. Kautz Jr., Lemoyne Sister Gertrude Yeagley, Hummelstown 2 grandchildren a great-grandson 5 nephews. Burial: Hershey Cemetery, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA Dec 7, 2000 Mary E. (nee Hoke) Dissinger, age 89 b. May 10, 1911 Quentin, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 6, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Ogene F. Dissinger, to whom she was married 63 years in Jun 2000. D/o late Oliver & Mary (nee Mentzer) Hoke. Retired factory worker and housewife. Member, Quentin United Church of Christ Member, Quentin Lioness Club Member, Quentin Fire Co., Auxiliary. Survivors: Daughter Lavonne D., w/o William A. Hoefling III, Cornwall Sister Emma Carpenter, Quentin Grandson William A. Hoefling IV, Harrisburg Number of nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Brothers Oliver Hoke, George Hoke, and Lincoln Hoke Sisters Helen Kunkel and Amanda Hauck, who died Jul 25, 1996. Dec 7, 2000 Francis E. Fontenoy, age 85 b. date not listed Karthaus d. Dec 5, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Gladys Fontenoy s/o late Charles & May (nee Rougeux) Fontenoy retired as a contract adminstrator for the federal government member, The Church of the Holy Spirit, Palmyra member, American Legion Post 72, Palmyra survivors: Daughter Kay Fontenoy, Palmyra Daugter Ann Seelye, York Brother Charles Fontenoy, Clearfield Brother Willard Fontenoy, Clearfield Two grandsons Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 8, 2000 Samuel J. Simpson, age 60 b. Jan 7, 1940 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 4, 2000 Herhsey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Peggy L. (nee Sholly) Simpson. S/o late Samuel M. & Margaret (Ogurcak) Simpson Employee of Herr Industrial, Lebanon Had been an employee of the former Clever-Brooks, Lebanon 4gh degree member, Knights of Columbus member, St. MaryÕs Church Also a eucharistic minister U. S. Air Force veteran Survivors: Daughter Lee Ann, w/o Donald Knauss, Ephrata Daughter Stephanie M. Yiengst, Atlanta GA Daughter Jessica M., w/o John Ritchey, Collegeville Sister Margaret Robrecht, Pine Point, MD Sister Christina Odorisio, West Chester Brother David Simpson, Lebanon Granddaughter Chelsea Knauss Grandson Joshua Knauss 13 nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Sister Anna Mae Casciotti Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 8, 2000 Kathleen J. (nee Stevenson) Ward, age 59 b. Nov 9, 1941 Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Dec 7, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Jean (nee Goss) Stevenson & the late LaRue L. Stevenson 1959 Graduate of Pine Grove H. S. Attended college in Colorado and California earning a masterÕs degree in Psychology. Employed as a social worker for Children & Youth in Schuylkill Co. She was in the Peace Corps and Habitat for Humanity and had been in Africa twice. U. S. Navy veteran, having attended Hospital Corp. School Class. She had served in the U. S. Naval Hospital in Portsmouth VA Survivors: Son Timothy Duncan, New Tripoli Son Michael Koehler, Pine Grove Daughter Laura Hetrick, Pine Grove Sister Holly Berresford, Lebanon Sister Jan Condran , Lebanon Sister Debra Miller, Deer Lake Brother Curt Stevenson, Shartlesville Brother Bryn L. Stevenson Sr., Myerstown Brother Scott Stevenson, Orwigsburg 5 grandchildren several nieces and nephews burial: St. JohnÕs Lutheran Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA Dec 8, 2000 Esther S. (nee Omelchenko) Jennetti, age 76 b. Apr 27, 1924 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 6, 2000 Lebanon PA w/o late Anthony L. Jennetti d/o late Gabriel & Mary (nee Nemcheck) Omelchenko retired from the Lebanon Daily News, where she had worked in the circulation dept and was a seamstress for many years at the former HaakÕs Dept Store. Member, St. LukeÕs Episcopal Church, Lebanon Survivors: Son Anthony G., h/o Mary Jane Jennetti, Sunnyvale, CA Daughter Alison J., w/o Larry Sheaf, Lebanon Sister Katie, w/o Herman Faiola Sr., Lebanon Sister Anna Zaremba, Lebanon Sister Stella Kary, Montreal, Canada Granddau Theresa G. Jennetti, Mansfield OH Several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Brother Walter Omelchenko Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Dec 8, 2000 George Peric, age 79 b. Oct 21, 1921 Grantville, Dauphin Co. PA d. Dec 6, 2000 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Beatrice G. (nee Miller) Peric, to whom he was married 52 years. S/o late Moses & Marie (nee Zenar) Peric. Retired mechanic from Hershey Chocolate Corp. w/ 43 years of service. U. S. Army veteran of WW2 Member, Chocolate WorkersÕ Union Local 464 Member, East Hanover Church of God, E. Hanover Twp., where he was past council President and Sunday school superintendent Enjoyed woodworking, especially making miniture furniture and watching Hershey Bears Youth Hockey. Survivors: Daughter Bernice G. Miller, Elizabethtown Son Kenneth J. Peric, Grantville Son Gerald G. Peric, Palmyra Sister Mary Ollar, Jonestown 3 grandchildren burial: Grantville Cemetery, E. Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 9, 2000 Kathryn K. (nee Kreamer) Rice, age 88 b. Aug 9, 1912 Berwick, Lancaster Co. PA d. Dec 7, 2000 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Earl S. Rice, w/whom she would have celebrated 64 years, in January 2001. D/o late William E. & Sarah S. (nee Confair) Kreamer. Registered nurse Employed by Good Samaritan Hospital. Employed by Dr. J. DeWolf Silberman, Annville. Member, St. Mark Lutheran Church, Annville Member, Good Samaritan Hospital Auxiliary Member, Good Samaritan Hospital Alumni Association. Graduate, 1930 Annville H. S. Graduate, 1933 Good Samaritan Hospital School of Nursing. Survivors: Son Larry K. Rice, Lebanon Daughter Linda K., w/o Kenneth L. Herr, North Annville Daughter Lois, w/o Harold W. Kreiser, Cornwall Brother Robert E. Kreamer, Annville Brother Paul E. Kreamer, Annville Sister Dorothy E. Wendel, Annville 12 grandchildren 20 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Sisters Helen Richardson and Mary I. Friel. Burial: Mt. Annville Cemetery, N. Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 9, 2000 Morgan Ashley Yiengst, age infant daughter b. Dec 7, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 7, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d/o Joseph Yiengst and Christine Gettle survivors: Sister Asia Gettle, Jonestown Paternal Grandmother Theresa Kennedy, Jonestown Paternal Great-Grandmother Alice May, Lebanon Maternal Grandmother Cheryl Yantz, Lebanon Maternal Great-grandmother Patricia Yantz, Lebanon Maternal Foster Parents Roy and Carolyn Zimmerman, Myerstown Several aunts and uncles Burial: Myerstown Mennonite Church Cemetery, Myerstown, Lebanon Co.PA Dec 9, 2000 Antonio Gonzalez, age 59 b. Aug 12, 1941 San Sebastian, Puerto Rico d. Dec 7, 2000 Camp Hill, Cumberland Co. PA s/o late Ezekiel Gonazlez-Santiago and Laura Aquino Gonzalez. Production worker. Survivors: Son Enrique A. Gonzalez, Puerto Rico Son Anthony Gonzalez, Lebanon Son Andy Gonzalez, Lebanon Daughter Soraya Gonzalez, Lebanon Granddaughter Gabriella Megan Gonzalez Grandson Robert A. Valdes Jr. Granddaughter Meren Gonzaelz Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 9, 2000 Pearl D. (nee Snyder) Donmoyer, age 81 b. Oct 11, 1919 Forneydale, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 7, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Harold E. Donmoyer d/o late Charles & Lillian (nee Hicks) Snyder Survivors: Daughter Donna L., w/o Larry L. Lerch, Schaefferstown Daughter Bonnie L., w/o Daniel L. Wilkins, Newmanstown Daughter Doris, w/o Aaron Sholley, Lebanon Son Donald, h/o Ann Reed, Lebanon Son Nelson, h/o Mary Reed, Lawton, Okalahoma 11 grandchildren 16 great-grandchildren 2 great-great grandchildren sister Nancy Snyder, Lebanon a niece and two nephes. Burial: Cedar Hill Cemetery, Fredericksburg, Lebanon Co. PA Dec 9, 2000 Katharine D. (Mengel) Miller, age b. date not listed Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 8, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Glen M. Miller d/o late Charles W. & Lizzie May (nee Shaak) Mengel life member, Episcopal church. Accomplished vocalist, having studies under Esther Kendig Rhoads, Lancaster With Professor Alexander Crawford at Lebanon Valley College, Annville Soloist at churches throughout the Lebanon and Harrisburg areas. Served as choir mistress in St. LukeÕs Episcopal Church, Mechanicsburg, for many years. Survivors: Sister Grayce E. Mengel, Myerstown Sister Helyn E., w/o Robert L. Granoff, Collegeville A nephew. Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 9, 2000 Harold F. "Haps" Werner, age 72 b. Feb 19, 1928 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 8, 2000 Reading, Berks Co. PA h/o Lois A. (nee Klein) Werner, w/whom he celebrated 38 years, October 20, 2000. S/o late Lester & Grace (Fisher) Werner Layout inspector for Quaker Alloy, Myerstown, 32 years. Retired 1990. Avid golfer and enjoyed following Elco H. S. Basketball Graduate, 1946 Myerstown H. S. Survivors: Daughter Beth A., w/o George Lesher Jr., Virginia Beach VA Son Bryan, h/o Tracey Werner, Weston FL 2 grandchildren a aunt, a niece a nephew. Burial: St. JohnÕs United Church of Christ Cemtery, Mt. Aetna, PA Dec 10, 2000 Marie P. (nee Pence) Hartman, age 91 b. May 1, 1909 Rockingham County, Virginia d. Dec 9, 2000 United Christian Church Home, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA w/o Russell W. Hartman, of 68 years. d/o late Joseph & Fannie (nee Showalter) Pence homemaker former elementary school teacher member, Palmyra Church of the Brethren. Graduate, Bridgewater High School, Bridgewater, VA Graduate, Madison Normal School in Harrisonburg VA Survivors: Son Joseph W., h/o Sally Hartman, Lebanon Son Fred R., h/o Rosemary Hartman, Palmyra 4 grandchildren a great-granddaughter burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA Dec 10, 2000 Nickolas Russell Light, age 14 b. May 15, 1986 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 5, 2000 Minneapolis, Minnesota "complications from a cord blood transplant" s/o Dale D. & Terris L. (nee Lewis) Light. 9th grade student Northern Lebanon H. s. Attended Fairland Brethren in Christ Church, Cleona Enjoyed hunting, fishing, cars and motor sports. Survivors: Brother Jed D. Light, stationed w/ the US Marines on Parris Island SC Sister Courtney L. Light, Lebanon Paternal Grandparents Daniel B. & Margaret (Hanley) Light, Lebanon Daniel H. & Janice (Hollinger) Light, Ono. Maternal Grandfather Russell Lewis, Lebanon Maternal Grandparents Jack & Betty (Leunk) Martin, Medina OH Several aunts, uncles and cousins. Burial: KochenderferÕs Cemetery, N. Lebanon twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 10, 2000 Lester H. Bennetch, age 85 b. Jun 5, 1919 Sheridan, PA d. Dec 9, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o late Dorothy M. (nee Bomberger) Bennetch s/o late John & Emma (nee Snyder) Bennetch Retired 1980, Met-Ed as a heavy equipment operator. Attended Lebanon GodÕs Missionary Church Survivors: Son Marlin L., h/o Karen Bennetch, Birmingham AL Daughter Jean D., w/o Robert Grover, Lebanon A granddaughter Sister Emma Meyer, Hershey Sister Betty Gilmor, Campbelltown Sister Edna Graybill, Palmyra Sister Mildred Thierwechter, Fredericksburg Preceded in death by: Brothers Henry Bennetch, Miles Bennetch, David Bennetch and John Bennetch Sisters Margaret Graybill, Laura Ludwig, Catherine Etechberger, Anna May Bennetch, Mary Bennetch and Mathra Bennetch. Burial: Iona Cemetery, South Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 10, 2000 Henry L. Schmidt, age 84 b. Aug 15, 1916 Shawano, Wisconsin d. Dec 8, 2000 Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA h/o late Arlene H. (nee Boyd) Schmidt, who died in 1998. S/o late Henry R. & Jessie M. (nee Huntoon) Schmidt School supplies manager for American Seating Co., Syracuse NY U.S. Navy veteran of WW2. Survivors: Son William J., h/o Elaine Baird, Indianapolis IN Sister Jean Lorenz, Chula Vista CA Two grandsons Four great-grandchildren Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 11, 2000 James A. Gettle Sr., age 54 b. Oct 15, 1946 Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 10, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Mary A. (nee Gustager) Gettle s/o late June Aungst & the late Adam B. Gettle maintenance man at RednerÕs Warehouse Markets. U.S. Army in Korea Member, St. PaulÕs United Church of Christ, Hamlin Member, Myerstown VFW Post 6076 Member, Lebanon VFW Post 23 Firing Squad. Avid hunter. Survivors: Son John Wayne Gettle, Myerstown Son James A., h/o Angie Gettle, Myerstown Step-son Brian Miller, Lancaster Step-son Bradley Miller, Quentin Sister Bertha Young, Jonestown Sister Kathleen, w/o John Trout, Mt. Aetna Brother Calvin Gettle, Ono Brother David Gettle, Myerstown Brother Dennis Gettle, Myerstown Brother Larry Gettle, Lebanon Brother Donald Gettle, Schaefferstown Brother Dale Gettle, Deer Park MD 4 grandchildren several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Brothers Adam Gettle Jr. and Kenneth R. Gettle Sisters Donna and Lena Gettle Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 11, 2000 Lester H. Bennetch, age 85 b. Jun 5, 1915 Sheridan, PA d. Dec 9, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o late Dorothy M. (nee Bomberger) Bennetch s/o late John & Emma (nee Snyder) Bennetch. Retired from Met-Ed in 1980 as a heavy equipment operator Attended GodÕs Missionary Church, Lebanon Survivors: Son Marlin L., h/o Karen Bennetch, Birmingham, Alambama Daughter Jean D., w/o Robert Grover, Lebanon Granddaughter Brittany Bennetch Sister Emma Meyere, Hershey Sister Betty Gilmore, Campbelltown Sister Edna Graybill, Palmyra Sister Mildred Thierwechter, Fredericksburg Preceded in death by: Brothers Henry, Miles, David and John Bennetch Sisters Margaret Graybill, Laura Ludwig, Catherine Etchberger, Anna Mary Bennetch, Mary Bennetch and Martha Bennetch. Burial: Iona Cemetery, South Lebanon Township, Lebanon Co. PA Dec 11, 2000 Ora M. (nee Swecker) Herron, age 95 b. Apr 20, 1905 Huttonsville WV d. Dec 9, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Ray Tacy w/o late Clarence Herron d/o late Holt Samuel & Lucy (nee Kittle) Swecker) Her last employment was a house mother at West Virginia Wesleyan College, Buckhannon WV Survivors: Daughter Dolores Jeanne Russell, Lebanon Daughter Dixie Rhine, Arlington VA Two brothers Three sisters 13 grandchildren numerous great-grandchildren numerous great-great grandchildren Preceded in death by: Son Samuel L. Tacy Burial: Brick Church Cemetery, Huttonsville WV Dec 11, 2000 Ray G. Whitman, age 75 b. Jan 12, 1925 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 10, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Goldie B. (nee Ritchie) Whitman, who died in 1989. S/o late Edwin F. & Katie (nee Yeagley) Whitman Member, Lebanon Valley Bible Church Survivors: Son Aaron B., h/o Linda Whitman, Ono Daughter Sharon, w/o Joseph Arnold Jr., Lebanon Brother Paul Whitman, Lititz six grandchildren two great-grandchildren burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA Dec 11, 2000 Rosaleen M. (nee Drew) Glynn, age not listed b. date not listed Dublin, Ireland d. Dec 9, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d/o late Christopher & Frances (nee Wood) Drew employee of Hershey Lodge & Convention Center member, St. MaryÕs Church. Survivors: Daughter Jacqueline M. Glynn, Reading Son Desmond P. Glynn, Lebanon Son Kevin S., Glynn, Lebanon Son Alana C., h/o Diana Glynn, Seaford New York Sister Ann Drew, Liverpool, England Sister Louise Holahan, Canada Sister Frances Fitzgerald, Rhode Island Sister Mary Kursbach, Rhode Island Sister Imelda Drew, Dublin, Ireland Brother Christopher Drew, Dublin, Ireland Granddaughter Emma Glynn Grandson Jarrod Coleman Several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Sister Margaret Drew Burial: "internment will be at the convenience of family", location not listed. Dec 11, 2000 Catherine A. (nee Spotts) Gruber, age 87 b. Jul 14, 1913 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 9, 2000 Lebanon, PA w/o late Leroy C. Gruber, who died Feb 4, 1960 d/o late Levi F. & Sarah Anne (nee Kilmoyer) Spotts line operator at Sterling Drugs member, Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Lebanon life member, Lebanon Senior Center survivors: brother John Spotts, Lebanon sister Pauline Stecher, Cornwall Manor sister Jayne Kiner, Bellair Bluff, Florida two uncles several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Sisters Alma Spotts, Betty Lou Shay, Carrie Bickhart and Aldeene Hardenstine Brothers Donald and Franklin Spotts. Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N. Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 11, 2000 George B. Thiel, age 82 b. mar 18, 1918 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 10, 2000 Lebanon PA h/o late Dorothy (nee Furlow) Thiel s/o late Edward Thiel. Retired self-employed painter and paper hanger. Member, St. JohnÕs United Methodist Church, Lebanon U.S.Navy veteran, WW2. Survivors: Daughter Patricia A., w/o Russell Ream, Lebanon Brother John Thiel, New Jersey Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 11, 2000 Thelma M. (nee Kalbach Schaeffer) Hartman, age 86 b. May 20, 1914 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 10, 2000 Brethren Home, Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Hencil W. Hartman, who died in 1989. D/o late Howard Kalbach & Lottie Fox Kalbach Schaeffer. Former employee in the knock-out department of Hershey Foods. Member, Annville Church of the Brethren and the Loyal Bible Class. Survivors: Son Robert Hartman, Fredericksburg Son James Hartman, Lebanon Son Michael Hartman, Lebanon Daughter Janet, w/o Frederick Gun, Annville Daughter Carol, w/o Roy Kreider, Cleona 12 grandchildren 20 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brother Charles Kalbach Sister Emma Bianco Burial: South Annville Cemetery, South Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 11, 2000 Lloyd E. Purcell, age 61 b. Feb 26, 1939 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 8, 2000 Reading, Berks Co. PA h/o Betty J. (nee Grant) Purcell s/o Lillian (nee Wagner) Purcell Bruder, Viriginia & the late Lloyd E. Purcell Sr. employed by the Reading Hospital in the engineering department as supervisor of the paint shop. Survivors: Son Jeffrey A., h/o Teresa Purcell, Stevens Son Randall L. Purcell, Rehrersburg Daughter Lisa, w/o Mark Gingliano, Bethel Sister Renee, w/o Scott Brubaker, Yorktown VA Sister Michelle, w/o Clayton Page, Yorktown VA Sister Patricia Garreson, Yorktown VA 6 grandchildren burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Dec 11, 2000 John A. Teslow, age not listed b. date not listed Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 10, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Angie E. (nee Andreozzi) Teslow s/o late Andrew & Mary (nee Komea) Teslow retired employee of the former Bethlehem Steel Cornwall Mines member, Association of the Fraternal Order of Police member, Fraternal Order of Eagles and St. Cecilia Church Survivors: Several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Brothers George and Frank Teslow Sisters Mary Shaeffer and Ann Bencic Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA A Dec 12, 2000 Diane Susan Heath, age 31 b. date not listed Cheltenham, PA d. Dec 10, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d/o Jeanette & Wilson Heath, Warminister Graduate, William Tennent H. S., Warminster Graduate, Millersville University and was completing her masterÕs program in library science. Supervisor of the librarians for the Harrisburg School District. Before that, she was a substitute librarian at Round Meadow Elementary School in Upper Moreland and the orchestra librarian for the Warminster Symphony Society. Survivors: Sister Kristine, w/o Michael Rinker, Willow Grove Brother Russell, h/o Theresa Heath, Warminster Paternal Grandmother Florence M. Heath Two nieces. Her fiancˇ, Donald Maurer, Lebanon Burial: Whitemarsh Memorial Park Cemetery0 Dec 12, 2000 Gladys B. (nee Jernberg) Botz, age 79 b. date not listed Water Valley, Mississippi d. Dec 10, 2000 Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA w/o late Retired Col. Warren G. Botz, to whom she was married 56 years June 3, 2000. D/o late Delmar & Pearl (nee Ragland) Jernberg Graduate, Little Rock High School Attended Memphis Business College. Homemaker Had worked as a salesclerk for Sears in both Lebanon & Lancaster. Survivors: Son Gen. Ronald I., h/o Lynne Botz, Springfield IL Son Roderick I., h/o Linda Botz, Lansdale Daughter Sally B., w/o Walter H. Brubaker III, Lebanon Daughter Valerie A., w/o James E. Coxey, Lancaster 6 grandchildren 3 great-grandchildren burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 12, 2000 Eva S. (nee Scipioni) Plebani, age 85 b. Sep 24, 1915 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 10, 2000 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o late Corinto "Warren" Plebani d/o late Luzio & Pasquarosa (nee DeLuca) Scipioni homemaker member, St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, Hershey member, Areba Club survivors: Son John W. Plebani, Washington D.C. Brother Sylvio Scipioni, Myerstown Brother Louis Scipioni, Myerstown Sister Filomina Anspach, Lebanon Sister Gloria Ebling, Myerstown 3 grandsons burial: Hershey Cemetery, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA Dec 12, 2000 Joseph M. Gingrich, age 37 b. Apr 14, 1963 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA d. Dec 8, 2000 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Leslie (nee Shatz) Gingrich s/o Dennis H. & Sara (nee Bair) Berkhimer, Palmyra worked at the Power Logistics Plant in Palmyra, in quality assurance department for several months. Formerly worked for Roadway Express Trucking and Cumberland Valley Motors Graduate, 1982, Palmyra H. S. U. S. Marine Veteran Avid NASCAR fan Avid Miami Dolphin fan, and sports fan in general. Survivors: Daughter Breana Gingrich, Palmyra Daughter Jessica Gingirch, Palmyra Daughter Jenna Mae Ginrich, Palmyra Son Joseph Gingrich IV, Palmyra Step-son Brandon Silex, Palmyra Brother Allen Berkhimer, Palmyra Brother Steven Gingrich, Palmyra Nieces Burial: No location is listed. Dec 12, 2000 Nancy J. (nee Bradley) Lutz, age 61 b. Nov 4, 1939 Bellefonte, Centre Co. PA d. Dec 10, 2000 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o Robert A. Lutz Sr. d/o late Blair C. & Eleanor (nee Powers) Bradley Avon Representative for 17 years Worshipped in the Protestant faith. Survivors: Daughter Shannon, w/o David Englehart, New York Daughter Naomi Lutz, Philadelphia Daughter Kim, w/o Thomas Gasparatz, Palmyra Daughter Jill, w/o Eric shaver, Dover Son Robert A. Lutz, Jr., Philadelphia Son Kurt A. Wenrick, Grantville Brother James Bradley, York Sister Geraldine, w/o Jerry Carra, Grayson KY Sister Barbara, w/o Kenneth Noll, Dover Sister Kathleen, w/o John Shawyer, Gaithersburg MD 11 grandchildren nieces and nephews burial: location is not listed. Dec 12, 2000 Frank F. Yeager Sr., age 77 b. Nov 3, 1923 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA d. Dec 11, 2000 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA h/o late Betty (nee Winterbottom) Yeager, who died in 1996. S/o late Frank F. Sr. & Gladys (nee Sherwin) Yeager. Vice president of quality control for the former Lebanon Valley Offset Co, Annville, retired in 1985. Prisoner of war during WW2 Royal Canadian Air force veteran of WW2, serving as a tail gunner. Graduate, 1941, William Penn High School Attended Lebanon Valley College. Served as chairman of South Annville Township supervisors for 27 years. Member and past, chairman of the sheet-fed offset committee of the Technical Association of the Pulp and Paper Industry. Member, past education chairman of the Susquehanna Litho Club. Member, of the color committee of the Technical Association of the Graphic Arts Member, research committee of the Graphic Arts Foundation Member, Lebanon Co. Vo-Tech School Graphic Arts Adivsory Council. Survivors: Son Frank F., h/o Carol Yeager, Lebanon Daughter Valerie, w/o Dr. Bert Hutchinson, Columbia SC Daughter Jody, w/o Barry Brown, Landenberg Companion LÕetoile MacKinnon, Halifax, Nova Scotia 7 grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brother George Yeager. Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 12, 2000 George M. Lyons, age 57 b. Jun 21, 1943 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA d. Dec 11, 2000 West Hanover Twp., Dauphin Co. PA h/o Judy Lyons s/o Dorothy (nee Bennetch) Lyons and the late Thomas Lyons retired clerk from the U. S. Postal Services U.S.Army veteran of the Vietnam War. Enjoyed fishing. Survivors: Daughter Dana Kusen, Fredericksburg, VA Daughter Candy Lyons, Harrisburg Daughter Angel Roland, Washington Son Stefan Morin, Harrisburg Brother Thomas Lyons, Poconos Brother Donald Lyons, Palmyra Sister Doris Thomas, Danville VA 4 grandchildren burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 12, 2000 Edith H. (nee Hawkins) Sager, age 84 b. Nov 8, 1916 Beaudette, Minnesota d. Dec 11, 2000 Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA w/o late Joseph Sager, who died Sep 23, 1996. D/o late Lawrence & Sallie (nee Herber) Hawkins Graduate, 1934, Pine Grove H. S. Had been employed in personnel at the former Fox-Knapp Mfg., Pine Grove Member. St. PeterÕs United Church of Christ in Pine Grove Member, Pine Grove Senior Citizens Member, Schuylkill Haven Senior Citizens Member, WomenÕs bowling Association Member, Pine Grove American Legion Auxiliary Member, Mary E. Moore Chapter 372 Order of the Eastern Star, Pine Grove Survivors: Sister Bertha DeMent, Chester Sister Pearl Enright, Danville Nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Sisters Annie Reading and Marion Harding Brothers Daniel Hawkins, Charles Hawkins, Robert Hawkins, Winfield Hawkins Paul H. Hawkins and Edward Hawkins Burial: JacobÕs Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA Dec 12, 2000 Samuel X. Santangelo, age 98 b. date not listed Shenandoah, PA d. Dec 8, 2000 Chesterfield, Missouri h/o late Julia A. Santangelo s/o late Michael & Carmella (nee Pasquarella) Santangelo Lived in Lebanon 1952 Š 1990. Self-employed as a barber 4th degree member, Knights of Columbus Survivors: Daughter Rita Schmitt, Ellisville, Missiouri Grandson Anthony Granddaughter Angela Grandson Andrew Granddaughter Anita 5 great grandchildren burial: Holy Cross Cemetery (city and state are not listed). Dec 12, 2000 Paul E. "Bixler" Matthew, age 95 b. Mar 9, 1905 Newmanstown, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 10, 2000 Lititiz, Lancaster Co. PA h/o late Marion (nee Adams) Matthew s/o late Eli S. & Sarah (nee Weiss) Matthew employed as a carpenter and also worked for the railroad. Formerly attended St. PaulÕs United Church of Christ, Millbach WW2 veteran. Survivors: Daughter Doris Rader, Lancaster Sister Lillian M. Randler, Denver PA Brother Emlin Matthew, Newmanstown 3 grandchildren 3 great-grandchildren 2 step-grandchildren 2 step great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: 7 sisters burial: Millbach Cemetery, Lebanon Co. PA Dec 12, 2000 Joan D. (nee Reightler) Stoudt, age 53 b. Feb 17, 1947 Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Dec 10, 2000 Danville, PA w/o Robert L. Stoudt, to whom she was married 10 years. D/o late Robert & Helen (nee Geist) Reightler. Graduate, 1935 Tremont H. S. Vice president of Pine Grove Cheerleading Boosters Member, St. PaulÕs Evangelistic Congregational Church, Pine Grove. Survivors: Son Faron Schlegel, Pine Grove Daughter Ashley Stoudt, Pine Grove Two step-children Sister Lisa Stine, Newtown Sister Lori Kimmel, Donaldson Sister Cheryl Humma, Schuylkill Haven Sister Mary Harner, Valley View Sister Cindy MacDuff, Lake Wynonah Brother Robert "Butch" Reightler, Pine Grove Brother William Reightler, Pine Grove Brother Terry Teightler, Pine Grove Brother Dennis "Scott" Reightler, Tremont Brother David Reightler, Tremont Brother Keith Reightler, Tremont 4 grandchildren nieces and nephews burial: St. PeterÕs Lutheran Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA Dec 12, 2000 Wheeler Gilmore Jr., age 79 b. Apr 3, 1921 Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co. PA d. Dec 10, 2000 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Ethel H. (nee Henderson) Gilmore, to whom he was married 43 years on Feb 2, 2000. S/o late Wheeler Sr. & Edith (nee Thompson) Gilmore. Mechanical engineer for United Engineers and UGI, both in Philadelphia Philadelphia Gas Works American Water Works Service Co., Evesham NJ Retired in 1986 from Gilberts/PSC of Bryn Mawr. He was an engineer for 40 years. Active member, Zion United Methodist Church, Myerstown Graduate, 1939; Upper Darby H. S. Graduate, 1943; Lehigh University; where he received a degree in mechanical engineering. Served U.S.Navy during WW2. Served on the founding board of Habitat for Humanity in Berks Co. for many years. Avid woodworker and enjoyed working on cars. Survivors: Daughter Elaine, w/o Thomas Mitchell, Soffield, CT Son Paul, h/o Mary Ann Gilmore, Coatesville Son Philip, h/o Debra Gilmore, New Freedom Son Michael Gilmore, York Sister Jean, w/o Robert Curtis, Pittsburgh Brother Roger, h/o Betty Gilmore, Portland Maine 8 grandchildren 6 great-grandchildren several nieces and nephews burial: "interment will be at the convenience of family" Š not listed. Dec 13, 2000 Sheldon J. Shale, age 86 b. Aug 29, 1914 Burgoon, OH d. Dec 9, 2000 Northampton, PA h/o late Ruth (Francis) Shale, who died Sep 21, 2000. S/o late Amandus U. & Bertha J. (nee Halter) Shale "Vice president of mining at the Bethlehem Steel Corp. Was employed at the steel plant for 43 years before retiring in 1979. In 1936, he was assigned to the Cornwall Mines, where he became general foreman, assistant superintendent and superintendent. He was appointed manager of the Cornwall Mines and Lebanon Concentrator in 1946, and in 1951 was given the added responsibility of the new Morgantown Division (Grace Mines) as well as the new Marmora Mine in Ontario. From 1951 to 1962 he served as manager of the Cornwall and Lebanon divisions and manager of the Bethlehem Mines corp. and Maramoraton Mining Co. Ltd., of Canada. Member, Cornwall Lebanon Joint School Board 1947 Š 1963 Served as president of the Cornwall School Board from 1954 to 1963 Director and vice president of the Lebanon Co. School Board from 1950 to 1963. Member, Good Samaritan Hospital Board 1947 to 1963 Served as president from 1960 Š 1962 Member and trustee of Methodist Church Home at Cornwall from 1959 to 1967. Member of directors of community Chest from 1948 Š 1963. Co-chairman and chairman of Initial Gifts from 1952 Š 1956 Member and director Chamber of Commerce of Lebanon 1948 Š 1962. Beginning in 1963, member of Bethlehem Area Chamber of Commerce Member, Mining Club of New York Member, Saucon Valley Country Club Member, Bethlehem Club Former member and vice president of the Lebanon Country Club." Survivors: Daughter Pamela Carter, South Yarmouth, Mass. Daughter Sandra Diane Shale, Northampton Daughter Stephanie Collier, Troy OH Daughter Penny Kappel, Pittsburgh 5 grandchildren 1 great-grandson Preceded in death by: Son Sheldon John Francis Shale, a Navy Pilot killed on Jun 30, 1978. Burial: Cortland Rural Cemetery, Cortland, NY Dec 13, 2000 Emilio Torres, age 34 b. Aug 9, 1966 Puerto Rico d. Dec 10, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Barbara A. Torres s/o Abigail Torres, Lancaster and the late Emilio Torres. Survivors: Daughter Lillian Jasmine Alicea Torres Step-son Carlos Rosario Brother Andrews Torres, Lebanon Brother Jose Torres, Lancaster Brother Daniel Torres, Lancaster Brother Geovanni Torres, Puerto Rico Sister Mylsa Torres, Puerto Rico Sister Nydia Bender, Lancaster Sister Aracelis Vega, Lancaster Several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Brother Ramon Luis Torres Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 13, 2000 Richard K. Shay, age 68 b. Mar 26, 1932 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 12, 2000 Lebanon PA h/o Cacilie K. (nee Feldner) Shay, w/whom he celebrated 47 years in April 2000 s/o late Alfred B. & Grace L. (nee Greth) Shay. "U.S.Army veteran of Korean War, having served w/ the 2nd Division 9th Infantry Regiment Heavy Tank Company. Received the Korean Service Medal w/ 3 battle stars, Combat Infantry Badge, U.N. Medal and the Japan/Germany Occupational Medal. After 6 years of service with the Army, he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and retired in 1971 as chief master sergeant, w/ 22 years combined service. While in the Air Force, he was awarded Air Force & Joint Services Commendation Medals, Missile Badge, Good Conduct Medal w/ Oak Leaf Clusters and the Meritorious Service Medal. Upon retiring, he worked in real estate for several years. He and his wife became owners/operators of ShayÕs Motel in Myerstown until 1984. Recently retired from the Lebanon Co. Courts, where he was a court attendant. Attended both Lebanon H. S. and John Harris H. S. Earned numerous credit hours from the University of Maryland" Worshipped in the Lutheran faith Enjoyed playing golf. Member, Mt. Olivet Lodge 704 F & AM, Lebanon Member, Tall Cedars of North America Lebanon Forest 25 Member, Lebanon VFW Post 23 Member, Richland American Legion Post 880 Member, Frienship and Newmanstown Fire companies Member, Lebanon Senior Center Life member, Air Force Sergeants Associations Member, Financial secretary and pas president of Quittie Woods Inc. Survivors: Daughter Eleonore, w/o James Koons, Lebanon Son Richard A. Shay, Bad Hersfeld, Germany Sister Virginia Rade, Williamsburg VA Grandson Kenneth Kline, stationed in Japan Grandson Karl Koons, Lebanon A Great-granddaughter Two nephews and several nieces. Preceded in death by: Brothers Alfred C. Shay and James W. Shay. Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E. Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 13, 2000 Paul E. Upperman, age 86 b. May 1, 1914 Letterkenny d. Dec 11, 2000 Elizabethtown, Lancaster Co.PA h/o Juanita F. (nee Weiler) Upperman s/o late Oliver P. & Elizabeth (nee Martin) Upperman retired superintendent of sales for Harrisburg Steel Division of Taylor Wharton Co. Graduate, Shippensburg H. S. Attended Penn State University. Member, Zion Lutheran Church, Hummelstown Member, Harrisbury Consistory Member, Zembo Temple Shrine Member, Zembo Temple Past Members Club Member, Hershey Shrine Club Member & past master of Brownstone Lodge 666 F & AM in Hershey. Enjoyed golf and spending time with his grandchildren. Survivors: Son Dennis Upperman, Palmyra Brother Kenneth Upperman, Chambersburg Brother Herbert Upperman, Chambersburg Brother Jay Upperman, Chambersburg Brother Richard Upperman, Micco, Florida Sister Dorothy Coy, Shippensburg Sister Jane Smith, Winter Park FL 4 grandchildren 4 great-grandchildren burial: Hershey Cemetery, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA Dec 13, 2000 Robert E. Siegrist, age 85 b. Jun 1, 1915 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 11, 2000 Lebanon PA h/o late Ruth (nee Packer) Siegrist, who died in Jun 1994. S/o late Eugene D. & Lillian L. (nee Steininger) Siegrist. Retired attorney w/ the firm Siegrist, Koller, Brightbill and Long, Lebanon Served in the U.S.Army Intelligence Corps as a staff sergeant during WW2. Member, St. Stephens United Church of Christ in Lebanon Member, Lebanon Elks Lodge and several social and civic organizations. Graduate 1932, Lebanon H. S. Graduate 1933, Franklin & Marshall Academy Graduate 1937, Colgate University Graduate 1940, Dickinson School of Law 50 year member, county, state and national bar associations past president of the Lebanon Co. Bar Association. Former director, Lebanon Co. Trust Co. and its successors. Former director and treasurer of Cleona Corp. and affiliate of the former Lebanon Valley Offset, Director of the former Miller Brothers Lumber Co., Lebanon Former Director & treasurer of the Cear Lanes Inc. and its affiliates. Also served as solicitor for several area townships, including East Hanover, Bethel and North Londonderry, as well as solicitor for the former South Lebanon Township School District. Survivors: Son Robert E. Siegrist, Jr., Mt. Gretna Daughter Susan S., w/o Dwight C. Blake, Princeton, Mass. Son Scott P., h/o Victoria Siegrist, Lebanon Son Timothy A., h/o Patricia Siegrist, Lebanon Sister Harriet Davis, Cornwall 2 grandsons 3 granddaughters Preceded in death by: Sister Julia Siegrist Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, N. Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 13, 2000 Dorothy T. (nee Bender) Smith, age 86 b. Oct 11, 1914 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 12, 2000 Hummelstown, Dauphin Co. PA d/o late Charles & Mary (nee Arnold) Bender Survivors: Son Raymond A., h/o Dorothy F. Smith, Palmyra Son Earl E., h/o Mary Lois Smith, Colebrook Daughter Shirley S., w/o Ellis Lee Hostetter, Lebanon Daughter Darlene M., w/o David Mease, Liverpool 12 grandchildren 17 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Daughter Donna Smith Sons Kenneth Smith and Wilbur Smith Burial: Quentin Cemetery, Quentin (Bismarck), Lebanon Co. PA Dec 13, 2000 Lloyd E. McCurdy, age 74 b. date not listed Lebanon Native d. Dec 12, 2000 Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA h/o Mary Ann (nee Plasterer) McCurdy, to whom he was married 48 years, January 2000. S/o late Paul & Clara (nee Seiders) McCurdy Alumnus of Milton Hershey School Alumnus of Lebanon Valley College. Music teacher 1952 Š 1986, Former East Lampter School District and then Conestoga Valley School District, Lancaster, where he retired. Lancaster Co. Emergency Management technician instructor for 20 years Also served w/ East Lampeter Ambulance Association as EMT. Survivors: Son Bradley K., h/o Melanie McCurdy, Holtwood Son Dale A., h/o Linette McCurdy, Lancaster Daughter Donna, w/o Steve Gribble, Ronkds Daughter Cheryl, w/o Melvin Reed, Lancaster Brother Albert Clark, Altoona 8 grandchildren 5 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Sisters Mildred Pennypacker, Gladys Dohner and Betty Martin Brother Harold McCurdy Burial: Mellinger Mennonite Cemetery, Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA Dec 14, 2000 Ruth B. Krumbine (nee Brubacher), age 88 b. May 26, 1912 South Lebanon Township, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 13, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Lee M. Krumbine, who died April 9, 1992 d/o late Clement & Frainy (nee Kettering) Brubacher Retired Bookkeeper Washington National Ins. Co. Member Grace United Church of Christ Survivors: A number of nieces and nephews She was the last of her immediate family. Buried: Kimmerling Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Dec 14, 2000 Frank J. Hartmoyer, age 82 b. date on listed Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 12, 2000 Conestoga View, Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA h/o late Margaret D. (nee Shindle) Hartmoyer, who died in 1996. S/o late Frank A. & Mary (nee Milheilof) Hartmoyer Attended Lebanon H. S. Machinist for 47 years Armstrong World Industries Member St. MaryÕs Roman Catholic Church Served Merchant Marines during WW2 Survivors: Daughter Cynthia Ann, w/o Daniel Zook, Lancaster Daughter Dawn Marie Hartmoyer, Lancaster Sister Mary Horn, Lancaster Burial: St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery, Lancaster Dec 14, 2000 William H. "Chicken" Peiffer, age 67 b. Jan 19, 1933 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 13, 2000 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA h/o Romaine (nee Klinger) Peiffer to whom he was marred 46 years s/o late Emery & Grace (nee Berger) Peiffer 1950 Graduate of Pine Grove H. S. Member SwopeÕs Valley Hunting Club Member Salem HetzelÕs Reformed Church, Pine Grove Employed as an Embosser Garden State Tannery in Fleetwood Survivors: Son Leonard Peffer, Pine Grove Daughter Karen Hoy, Pine Grove A Granddaughter Sister Betty M. Kreider, San Antonio TX Burial: HetzelÕs Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA Dec 14, 2000 Margie L. Beck, age 80 b. Mar 25, 1920 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 12, 2000 Bear, Delaware d/o late Clayton & Jennie (nee Saltzer) Beck House cleaner in Delaware Surivivors: Son David, h/o Julia Belleman, with whom she lived Sister Helen Miller, Lebanon Sister Ruth Brightbill, Myerstown Grandson David Belleman Jr., Georgetown, Delaware Grandson Michael Belleman, Bear, Delaware Several nieces and nephews Burial: New Union Cemetery, Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA Dec 14, 2000 Vivienne M. Miller, (nee Keirn), age 85 b. Aug 29, 1915 Altoona PA d. 13 Dec 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late James R. Miller, who died in Oct 6, 1976 d/o late Edgar C. & Maregaret (nee Weber) Keirn 1934 Graduate of Altoona H. S. Retired 1980 as a secretary Christ 2nd Lutheran Church Member Simpson Temple United Parish Member Sinking Valley Country Club. Survivors: Daughter Holly K. Diehl, Newmanstown 4 grandchildren a great grandchild Preceded in death by: Daughter Carole Miller Brothers George and Arthur Keirn Burial: Alto Reste Cemetery Chapel, Altoona, PA Dec 15, 2000 Fern W. (nee Weaver) Boyd, age 82 b. May 26, 1918 Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 14, 2000 Lebanon PA w/o late Ralph L. Boyd d/o late Ira G. & Lydia (nee Felker) Weaver former employee of Binner Associaties, Schaefferstown & Quentin Member, Heidelberg Church of the Brethren, Myerstown Survivors: Son Galen L. Boyd, Lebanon Daughter Marilyn J., w/o John A. Martin, East Earl Daughter Martha E., w/o Robert L. Balsbaugh, Myerstown Brother Chandler, h/o Betty Weaver, McSherrystown Sister Geraldine, w/o Noah Greiner, Manheim 13 grandchildren 18 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Daughter Esther Boyd Son Kenneth Boyd Grandson Mark Balsbaugh Burial: LongeneckerÕs Brethren Cemetery, Lititz, Lancaster Co. PA Dec 15, 2000 Fred C. Johnston, age 90 b. may 25, 1910 Wernersville, Berks Co. PA d. Dec 13, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Esther L. (nee Heister) Johnston h/o late Gladys (nee Frobey) Johnston s/o late Charles & Bertha (nee Walters) Johnston employed by former Berkshire Knitting Mills and Textile Machine Works, now Rockwell Intnl corp. Wyomissing, retiring in 1972. Member, W. Wyomissing Chapel, West Wyomissing, Berks Co. PA Survivors: Son Michael F. Johnston, Wyomming Hills Daughter Patricia K., w/o Kenneth Wagner, Seattle WA 4 grandchildren 2 great-grandchildren burial: Laureldale Cemetery, Reading, Berks Co. PA Dec 15, 2000 George K. Troutman, age 71 b. date not listed Jackson Twp., Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 14, 2000 Marion Twp., Stouchsburg, PA h/o Anna M. (nee Manbeck) Troutman s/o late Lloyd D. & Gertrude (nee Berger) Troutman truck driver for John L. Zug Feed Mill, Richland last employed by Hofmann Industries, Sinking Spring, as a maintenance man and setup machine worker, retiring in 1991 Part-time farmer. Member, Tulpehocken Trinity United Church of Christ, Jackson Twp., Life member, Marion Fire Co., Stouchsburg Life member, Marion Grange 1853, Stouchsburg Survivors: Son Terry L. Troutman, Stouchsburg Daughter A. Louise Bashore, Oley Son Robert A. Bashore, Lebanon Daughter Barbara A. Good, Mohrsville Daughter Georgianne Benner, Spring Twp. Daughter Carol A. Brown, Bethel, Berks Co. Brother Richard R. Troutman, Lebanon Sister Grace Deamer, Robesonia 14 grandchildren 7 great-grandchildren burial: Tulpehocken Trinity United Church of Christ Cemetery, Richland, Lebanon Co. PA Dec 15, 2000 Marilyn M. (nee Snyder) Preis, age 73 b. Jun 10, 1927 Cornwall Twp., Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 13, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA longtime companion of Irvin Lutz, d/o late Minnie (nee Conrad) Snyder & the late Russell C. Snyder. Survivors: Son James, h/o Peggy Preis, Richland Daughter Susan, w/o Ronald Shay, Lebanon Daughter Patricia, w/o Richard Rettew, Jonestown Son Thomas Preis, Columbia Sister Betty Kapp, Lebanon Sister Dorothy Wofle, Lebanon 8 grandchildren 3 great-grandchildren several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Daughter Sherry Lynn Preis Son Stephen Michael Preis Burial: Ebenezer "Greenwood" Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 15, 2000 Daniel J. Grabey, age 95 b. May 19, 1905 Shenandoah, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Dec 14, 2000 Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA h/o Emily (nee Shollenberger) Grabey, to whom he was married 24 years h/o late Olive I. (nee Fegley) Grabey, who died May 17, 1974 s/o late Daniel J. & Annie (nee Behm) Grabey employed as an outside foreman for PP & L member, St. JohnÕs Lutheran Church, Pine Grove, served on church council for many years. Survivors: Daughter Betty Banket, Ft. Pierce, FL Daughter Leanna Brommer, Pine Grove Sister Helen Hash, Oklahoma 8 grandchildren 11 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Son Joseph Koch Two sisters Three step-sisters Two step-brothers Burial: St. JohnÕs Lutheran Church Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA Dec 15, 2000 Arlene R. Landis, age 90 b. Sep 26, 1910 Mt. Sidney, Augusta Co. VA d. Dec 14, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d/o late John A. & Lula (nee Moore) Landis retired telephone operator in VA Member of Salem Lutheran Church, Mt. Sidney VA Survivors: Nephew Merlin Craun, Lebanon Niece Evelyn Gray, Lebanon Burial: Salem Lutheran Church Cemetery, Mt. Sidney, VA Dec 15, 2000 Kathyn W. (nee Wengert) Engle, age 96 b. Jun 6, 1904 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 13, 2000 Mechanicsburg, Dauphin Co. PA w/o late Charles E. Engle d/o late Adam H. & Mary S. (nee Kreider) Wengert Graduate of Lebanon Valley College Took graduate studies at Duke University, NC Took graduate studies at Winona Lake in Indiana, where she received her masterÕs degree. Taught elementary & secondary school Lebanon Co. Southern Rhodesia, Africia Mechanicsburg, Upland CA and Messiah College. Spent 2 years of her life in mission work in Kentucky under the Brethren in Christ World Missions, as well as 8 years in Southern Rhodesia, Africia. She and her husband left for India in 1949 as missionaries under Brethren in Christ World Missions. In retirement, they lived in Upland CA, where they were active in the Alto Loma Brethren in Christ Church. Member, United Zion Church, Annville Survivors: Daughter Ardys Thuma, Mechanicsburg Daughter Mary Lou Bert, Ferndale, WA Daughter Phyllis Saltzman, Eugene OR Sister Edith Kern, Upland CA Sister Martha Crider, Mechanicsburg Sister Rachel Martin, Mechanicsburg 11 grandchildren 25 great-grandchildren a great-grandchild burial: Bellevue Cemetery, Upland CA. Dec 15, 2000 Dorothy I. (nee Lutz) Wolfe, age 80 b. Nov 17, 1920 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 14, 2000 Lebanon PA w/o late George H. Wolfe d/o late Michael & Lottie (nee Lape) Lutz member, Lebanon Moravian Church enjoyed sewing and baking Survivors: Daughter Charlotte Gundrum, Jonestown Son George H. Wolfe Jr., Leanon Son Dennis L. Wolfe, Pine Grove Sister Anna Irwin, Lebanon Sister Alice Bohus, Lebanon Sister rose Ceresini, Lebanon 8 grandchildren 7 great-grandchildren several nieces and nephews burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 15, 2000 James R. Steffy, age 64 b. Apr 22, 1936 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 13, 2000 Lebanon PA h/o Jennie (nee Pierce) Steffy, w/whom he celebrated a 43rd anniversary in August 2000. S/o late Harvey C. & Velva I. (nee Rhoads) Steffy Owner of the former Steffy Shoe Co, Avon Presently employed as supervisor in the dip room at PA Precision Cast Parts, Lebanon Member, St. James Lutheran Church, Lebanon Member, Lebanon Optimist Club, where he served as president in 1970-1971 Former member and treasurer of the Lebanon County Country Club 1984 Š 1990. 1954 graduate of South Lebanon H. S. 1958 Graduate of Lebanon Valley College Survivors: Daughter Ann E. Steffy, Pittsburgh Daughter Susan M. Steffy, Gladwin burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 15, 2000 Helen (Benedick) Houser, age 78 b. Apr 27, 1922 Cairnbrook, Cambria Co. PA d. Dec 13, 2000 Hummelstown, Dauphin Co. PA w/o Wesley G. Houser d/o late Andrew & Anna (nee Gabrick) Benedick Homemaker Member, St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, Hershey Survivors: Daughter Mary Jane, w/o John Aichele, Hershey Son Dave W. Houser, Hershey Sister Agnes Heverling, Annville 4 grandchildren burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 16, 2000 Earl L. Miller Sr., age 81 b. date not listed Reading, Berks Co. PA d. Dec 14, 2000 Millcreek Twp., Lebanon Co. PA h/o Pearl R. (nee Putt) Miller. S/o late Lloyd D. Miller and Nora (nee Lengel) Miller-Lutz Employed at StrunkÕs Block Co. Sinking Spring, for 7 years, retired in 1979. Previously worked for E.J. Lavine, near Newmanstown Survivors: Son Earl L. Miller Jr., Womelsdorf Daughter Shirley A. Matthews Hickernell, Richland Sister Margaret Lutz Saltzer, Palmyra Sister Alva Lutz Kreiser, Annville Sister Mildred Lutz Gerhart, Myerstown Sister Elsie Lutz Aulenbach, Robesonia 6 grandchildren 11 great-grandchildren burial: Pleasant View Cemetery, Spring Township, PA Dec 16, 2000 Maurice J. Chandler, age 78 b. Jun 21, 1922 Hillsdale, Hillsdale Co. Michigan d. Dec 15, 2000 Lebanon, Leabnon Co. PA h/o Celine W. (nee Worsch) Chandler, s/o late John & Loretta (nee Ainger) Chandler retired superintendent of the Altoona Railroad Shop Marine Corps veteran of WW2 Member, St. MaryÕs Church Member, Holy Name Society Survivors: Son Mark J. Chandler, Downingtown Son Daniel J. Chandler, Lebanon Daughter Elizabeth Williams, Milwaukee, WS Brother John Chandler, Cleveland OH 7 grandchildren several nieces and nephews burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N. Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 17, 2000 James L. Goldsworthy, age 51 b. Aug 28, 1949 Ashland PA d. Dec 15, 2000 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Cindy (nee Hough) Goldsworthy, w/whom he celebrated 21yeears on Jun 30, 2000. S/o late James Lewis 7 Anna (neeMacDonald) Goldsworthy Supervisor of pupil services for Lancaster Co. Career & Technical Ceneters Š 15 years. Former social studies teacher at Central Dauphin H. S. Former guidance counselor and social studies teacher in Annville-Cleona School District Former guidance counselor for Middleburg Area School District. Graduate of Hershey H. S. Graduate of University of West Virginia, where he received a bachelorÕs degree in secondary Education and a masterÕs in both cirricumlum and instruction and guidance and counseling. Received direction and vocational education certification from Penn State University. Attended First United Methodist Church, Hershey Member, Board of Directors of Hershey Baseball Association, where he was commissioner Of the T-ball program Member, President of the Derry Township Friends of Parks and Recreation Past President of Lancaster Guidance Association Member, Professional Fraternity Phi Delta Kappa and the Sigma Phi Epsilon social fraternity. Enjoyed swimming, sking, and scuba diving, and was a WW2 history buff Survivors: Son Grant T. Goldsworthy, Hershey Sister Christine Hardy, Harrisburg Sister Ann Caldwell, Columbia SC A niece. Burial: not listed! Dec 17, 2000 Mary C. (nee Arnold) Allwein, age 95 b. Apr 20, 1905 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 16, 2000 Lebanon PA w/o late Herman J. Allwein d/o late William & Susan (nee Light) Arnold worked at the former Industrial Hosiery Mill, Lebanon member, PA Catholic Beneficial League member, St. MaryÕs Church, Lebanon Survivors: Son William P. Allwein, Lebanon Son Edward J. Allwein, Lebanon Son Thomas A. Allwein, Royersford Granddaugheter Susan Greive Granddaughter Donna Geiman 3 great-grandchildren several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Sons Donald Allwein and Herman Allwein Brothers Joseph, Jonathan and Harry Arnold Sister Stella Manderbach Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 17, 2000 Celestine (nee Iannelli) Cecconi, age 85 b. Jan 5, 1915 Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co. PA d. Dec 14, 2000 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o late John Cecconi, who died in 1993. D/o late Angelo & Josephine Iannelli Seamstress Attended Living Waters Chapel, Lebanon Survivors: Daughter Jeanette, w/o Joseph L. Paris, Palmyra Daughter Viola Pupo, Philadelphia Brother Leo Iannelli, Philadelphia Sister Mary Fortunato, Philadelphia Sister Arkean Borda, Cherry Hill NJ Sister Rebecca Giblisco, Philadelphia Sister Deborah Jones, Bellmawr NJ 5 grandchildren 4 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Son David Cecconi Daughter Marie Blankenship Brother John Iannelli Sister Esther Tedesco Burial: Glennwood Memorial Gardens, Broomhall PA Dec 17, 2000 Dale E. Nickolls, age 52 b. Mar 29, 1948 Washington DC d. Dec 15, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA s/o late Edward & Virginia (nee Nuss) Nickolls Self-employed painter Member, Lebanon VFW Post 23 Survivors: Daughter Tracy, w/o Chris Neill, Germanton MD Daughter Tabitha Nickolls, Wheaton MD A half-brother A half-sister Burial: location is not listed! Dec 17, 2000 Dorothy V. Miller, age 84 b. Jul 13, 1916 location not provided. d. Dec 14, 2000 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA worked as a practical nurse in private homes. Member, Golden Agers Enjoyed bowling with the Golden Agers Enjoyed fishing. Survivors: Daughter Carol Hyde, Hummelstown Son Sonny Miller, Harrisburg Sister Pearline Bender, Lebanon Sister Isabelle Lausch, Lititz Sister Mary Sherman, Texas Sister Lillian Royer, Baltimore MD 7 grandchildren 9 great-grandchildren 1 great-great-grandchild burial: Shoops Garden of Rest, Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA Dec 17, 2000 Joseph A. Horn, age 89 b. Jun 18, 1911 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 16, 2000 Lebanon PA h/o Catherine I. (nee Kimmel) Horn s/o late Joseph & Anna (nee Tolla) Horn retired purchasing agent for the Lebanon Tool Co. 4th degree member, Knights of Colubmus member, St. MaryÕs Church. Survivors: Daughter Carol, w/o Kenneth Turcott, Tenafly, NJ Son Kenneth R. Horn, Columbia Son James F. Horn, Palmyra 13 grandchildren 27 great-grandchildren several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Son Joseph D. Horn Brother Adam Horn Sister Mary Bierfreund Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 18, 2000 Edwin H. Mengel, age 86 b. date not listed Tulpehocken Twp. Berks Co. PA d. Dec 16, 2000 Reading, Berks Co. PA h/o late Dorothy (nee Ritz) Mengel, who died Apr 25, 2000. S/o late Edward D. & Carrie (nee Roth) Mengel Employed for many years as an annealer by Carpenter Technology Corp, retiring in 1974. Survivors: Son William P. Mengel, Granada Hills CA Son Edwin H. Mengel Jr., Robesonia Son Robert C. Mengel, Leesport Daughter Anna May Eisenbrown, Mohnton Daughter Doris L. Moyer, Shoemakersville Daughter Carol Ann Bashore, Lebanon 14 grandchildren 21 great-grandchildren burial: KissingerÕs Cemetery, Wyomissing, Berks Co. PA Dec 18, 2000 Sgt. Dennis Lee Legas, age 54 b. Aug 21, 1946 Ligonier, PA d. Dec 16, 2000 Jonestown, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Marilori (nee Pershing) Legas s/o Carrie Brown Legas and the later Milton Legas Technician at the Unit Training Equipment Site, Ft. Indiantown Gap Served w/PA National GuardÕs Company A., 101st Armor based in Ligonier U. S. Marine Corp. veteran of Vietnam War, serving in Vietnam and Cambodia. Member, Kingston Sportsman Club Attended Soldiers & Airmen Chapel, Ft. Indiantown Gap. Survivors: Son Christopher Lee Legas, Grove City Step-son Christopher Michael, h/o Belinda Sichula, Tucson AZ Step-son Richard S. Sichula, Jonestown Step-dau Kathi M. Sichula, Jonestown Brother David, h/o Mary Legas, Latrobe Sister Phylis, w/o Allen Berky, Jennerstown Several nieces and nephews Burial: St. PaulÕs Lutheran Cemetery, Trauger, PA Dec 18, 2000 Lavina H. (nee Rhoads) Walmer, age 91 b. Jul 17, 1909 Bellegrove, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 16, 2000 Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA w/o William Walmer d/o late Charles & Elizabeth (nee Cooper) Rhoads she was a Lutheran Suvivors: Sister Mary E. Zellers, Lebanon Sister Goldie V. McKillips, Elizabethtown Several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Brothers Wilson E. Rhoads and Oliver A. Rhoads Sister Gertrude Lamm Burial: Grantville Cemetery, Grantville, Dauphin Co. PA Dec 18, 2000 Richard P. Swanger, age 71 b. Oct 2, 1929 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA d. Dec 16, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA s/o late Luther N. & Sara (nee Moekel) Swanger retired security guard for Liberty Security Service. Member, Myerstown Baptist Church Survivors: Daughter Sandra, w/o Edward Schiavo, Boyertown Daughter Barbara, w/o John McMullen, Myerstown Son Richard P. Swanger Jr., Hurlock MD 8 grandchildren 2 great-grandchildren He was the last of his immediate family. Burial: location is not listed in the obituary. Convenience of family. Dec 18, 2000 Michael J. Chadwick Jr., age 75 b. Apr 21, 1925 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 17, 2000 Lebanon, PA h/o late Dorothy E. (nee Risser) Chadwick, who died in 1988. S/o late Michael J. Sr. & Minnie (nee Henninger) Chadwick Worked as a millwright for Bethlehem Steel Corp., Lebanon Life member, Union Hose Fire Co., Annville Member, Lebanon Co. FiremanÕs Association Member, Lebanon Co. Fire ChiefÕs Association Member, Annville American Legion Former member, Lebanon Co. Fire Police Survivors: Son Russell M., h/o Pat Chadwick, Lebanon Brother John Chadwick, Charleston SC Brother George Chadwick, Lebanon Brother James Chadwick, Lebanon Brother Eugene Chadwick, Bunker Hill Grandson Christopher Chadwick Granddau Megan Moyer Companion Nancy Stohler, Lebanon Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 18, 2000 Ward Shumate, age 73 b. date not listed Grayson Co. VA d. Dec 16, 2000 Troutmandale VA h/o Dolores K. (nee Hoover) Shumate, formerly of Richland. S/o late Mae (nee Riddle) Shumate Troutmandale VA, and late Brack M. Shumate. Live in PA for most of his life, before moving to Syth Co. VA in 1995 Retired from Bethlehem Steel Corp. Timber cutter in the later part of his life. Founding member, Chestnut Hill Field Archers, Morgantown Member, St. Matthew Lutheran Church, Konnarock VA Survivors: Daughter Clara Jean Hostetler, Navron Brother Carson Shumate, Pottstown Brother Charles Shumate, Troutdale VA Brother Mack Shumate, Troutdale VA Granddau Nicol Hallon Granddau Danielle Reese Several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Sister Madge Parson Burial: Laurel Cemetery, in Virginia Dec 19, 2000 Anna A. (nee Zoll) Peffley, age 88 b. Dec 22, 1911 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 17, 2000 Lebanon PA w/o late Stanton T. Peffley Sr. d/o late John & Nora Zoll. Member, St. LukeÕs United Methodist Church, West Lebanon Survivors: Son Stanton T. Peffley, Jr., Lebanon Son Donald E., h/o Jane Peffley, Lebanon Son Arthur E., h/o Josei Peffley, Lake Placid FL Son Kenneth, h/o Nancy Peffley, Stratford CT Sister Mabel, w/o John Cramer, West Lebanon Sister Charlotte Rothenbach, West Lebanon 13 grandchildren 15 great-grandchildren a great-great granddaughter nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Son Grant E. Peffley Brothers Leroy Zoll, Alfred Zoll and John Zoll Sister Nora Gross Burial: Ebenezer "Greenwood" Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 19, 2000 Jeremiah B. Horn, age 95 b. date not provided Robesonia, Berks Co. PA d. Dec 17, 2000 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA h/o late Grace E. (nee Kilpatrick) Horn, who died Mar 2, 1999. S/o late Cyrus C. & Carrie (nee Bricker) Horn He attended McCann School of Business Graduate, 1926, Wharton Business School Employed as accountant for 42 years Wyomissing Development Co, which later Delta Realty Corp., retiring in 1970. Former member, Bethany Evanglical Lutheran Church, West Reading Member, Izaak Walton League. Survivors: Daughter Carolyn K., w/o Robert S. Gessner, Allentown Daughter Florence H., w/o Robert D. Cremer Jr., Morgantown WV 5 grandchildren 4 great-grandchildren burial: Heidelberg Cemetery, Heidelberg Township, Berks Co. PA Dec 19, 2000 Ruth C. (nee Bradley) Engle, age 81 b. date not listed Brunnerville, PA d. Dec 17, 2000 Lancashire Hall, Lititz, Lancaster Co. PA w/o late Jerome F. Engle, who died in 1999. D/o late Robert & Sarah (nee Crawford) Bradley She assisted her husband on the family farm Also worked for various factories in Lititz and Ephrata Member, Brunnerville United Methodist Church, where she was former secretary on the ladies Bible class. Enjoyed handicrafts and gardening. Survivors: Daughter Mildred B., w/o Dale L. Fetter, Lititiz Daughter Geraldine J. Simmons, Lititz 3 grandchildren a great-grandson Preceded in death by: Brother Paul Bradley Burial: Brunnerville United Methodist Cemetery, Brunnerville, Lancaster Co. PA Dec 19, 2000 Venus Evelyn (nee Ziegler) Shutter, age 84 b. Nov 6, 1916 Virginia d. Dec 17, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d/o Zeb Stuart & Vessie A. (nee Fulk) Ziegler retired self-employed sales lady. She formerly was a "Kiss" bagger for Hershey Foods and then began her sales career for Avon and other home products attended Outreach Ministries and Bible studies at the Seventh Day Adventist Church. Avid Bible reader. From the mid-1960Õs until 1993, she took veterans into her home to provide care for them. Survivors: Son Samuel S. Rhoads, Lebanon Brother Paul Ziegler, New Market VA Granddaughter Susan Marie Gibble Granddaughter Diane Crystal Kreiser Granddaughter Anna Mae Connor 4 great-grandchildren several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Grandson Samuel S. Rhoads Jr., who died Jun 4, 1995 Brothers Ward Ziegler and Robert Ziegler Sister Violet Mentzer Burial: KrallÕs Mennonite Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Dec 19, 2000 Joseph F. Kokal, age 79 b. Dec 25, 1920 White Valley, PA d. Dec 17, 2000 Middletown, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Marge (nee Mayer) Kokal s/o late Lawrence & Johanna (nee Ferlich) Kokal retired orthopedic technician for the Elizabethtown Crippled ChildrenÕs Hospital part-time employee of the former True Value Hardware Store in Hershey. Graduate, Cresson High School. Member, St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, Hershey Member, Hershey Council 6693 Knights of Columbus Member, Derry Twp. Mohler Senior Center. Former Cub Scout master at the Elizabethtown Crippled ChildrenÕs Hospital Former volunteer at the Hershey Public Library. Survivors: Step-son Randy Hironimus, Mallaho, Oregon Step-son Bruce Hironimus, Hershey Brother Frank Kokal, Cleveland OH Sister Mary Jerich, Butler Sister Ancka Cankar, Slovenia, Europe Several nieces and nephews. Burial: Hershey Cemetery, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA Dec 20, 2000 Irene M. (nee Potts) Marks, age 81 b. Jun 11, 1919 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Dec 19, 2000 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA w/o James "Red" Marks, to whom she was married 59 years. D/o late John & Jennie (nee Schaeffer) Potts. 1939 graduate of Pine Grove H. S. Graduate of Central Penn Business School, Harrisburg Employed in civilian personnel for 24 years, Indiantown Gap Military Reservation, Annville. Former member, St. JohnÕs Lutheran Church, Pine Grove Presently a member, Palm Lutheran Church, Palmyra 1952 Š1953 Past matron 50 year member of Mary E. Moore Chapter 372, Order of the Eastern Star, Pine Grove survivors: Son Rev. Robert, h/o Sharon Marks, Grapeville Step-dau Jennifer Donaldson Step-son Timothy Donaldson Step-dau Susan Donaldson Burial: St. JohnÕs Lutheran Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA Dec 20, 2000 Winona K. (nee Wise) Ream, age 79 b. Apr 27, 1921 Berks Co. PA d. Dec 18, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late John E. Ream d/o late John & Sally Wise housekeeper at the Kless Boarding Home, now the American House Personal Care Home, for more than 30 years. Worked there and was more recently a resident of the home. Survivors: Daughter Shirley L. King, Mt. Penn Daughter Doris Steffe, Florida Daughter Sharon Brendle, West Reading 9 grandchildren 10 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Daughter Barbara Seyler She is the last of her immediate family. Burial: Ebenezer "Covenant" Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 20, 2000 Ella E. "Betty" (nee Enck) Hensel, age 79 b. date not listed location not listed d. Dec 18, 2000 Lititz, Lancaster Co.PA w/o late Victor B. Hensel, who died Dec 24, 1999 d/o late J. Paul& Anna (Singley) Enck. 1938 graduate of Schaefferstown H. S. She worked at Spachts Furniture Store and Lititz Book Store, both in Lititz. Enjoyed crafts, sewing, wildlife and gardening. Survivors: Son James C., h/o Elaine (nee Carson) Hensel, Lititz Daughter Jane Gephart, Leola Brother William J. Enck, Schaefferstown Sister Lorraine Loraw, Elizabethtown Grandson T.J. Hensel Several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Brother Robert P. Enck Burial: Cremation. No location listed. Dec 20, 2000 Martha P. Neighbour, age 81 b. Feb 14, 1919 Montgomery AL d. Dec 18, 2000 Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA d/o late Charles & Mary (nee Bazemore) Neighbour retired school teacher from NY. Member, Calvary Church, Lancaster Listed in WhoÕs Who of Amercian Women 1958 Š 1959, receipent of the Leader of American Secondary Education Award Nominee of the Harvard Distinguished Secondary Award. Following her retirement, she was an active correspondent with Bible Christian Union of Lebanon 1973 Š 1977. She was the last of her immediate family. Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Dec 20, 2000 John G. Valentine, age 68 b. date not listed Burnham, Mifflin Co. PA d. Dec 17, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Shirley L. (nee Widener) Valentine s/o late Gilbert & Ella (nee Michaels) Valentine retired truck driver for Rite Aid Corp. US Army veteran of Korean War. Member, Columbia VFW Post 2435 Protestant Enjoyed hunting, water sking, motorcycles, fixing cars and neighborhood handywork. Survivors: Son Roy M. Valentine, Palmyra Brother Donald Valentine, Thomasville Sister doris Schreiber, Harrisburg Sister Phyllis Jean McCain, Dillsburg Sister Barbara Valentine, Dallastown Sister Betty Smith, Collegeville 2 grandsons burial: Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens, Columbia, Lancaster Co. PA Dec 20, 2000 Dora E. (nee Clements) Lightcap, age 92 b. Jun 17, 1909 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Dec 19, 2000 Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA w/o late Phares Lightcap, who died Dec 10, 1981 d/o late Henry & Elizabeth (nee Felty) Clements member, St. PeterÕs Lutheran Church, Pine Grove employed as a seamstress for 52 years at the former Fox-Knapp Mfg. Pine Grove Survivors: Son Harold Hepler, Pine Grove Grandson Ronald Hepler, Pine Grove Area 2 great-grandchildren burial: St. PeterÕs Lutheran Church Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA Dec 21, 2000 Robert B. Moyer, age 80 b. date not mentioned Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 19, 2000 Campbelltown, Lebanon Co. PA h/o late Betty M. (nee Yingst) Moyer. S/o late Paul & Verna (nee Snyder) Moyer Stepson of late Louise (nee Bucks) Moyer Syrup packer for Hershey Foods 43yrs U. S. Army vet of WW2 Member Trinity United Church of Christ, Palmyra Hershey local 464 Life Member VFW post in Palmyra Surviviors: Daughter Bonnie, w/o George Dayton, Palmyra Daughter Susan Morgan, Palmyra Daughter Carol Strunk, Palmyra Daughter Barbara D., w/o Raymond Troutman, Palmyra Brother C. Donald Moyer, Belaire, Maryland Sister Jean, w/o Thomas Buchanan of California Sister Eleanor, w/o Marvin Hawkenson, Oregon 8 grandchildren 6 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Daughter Alice M. Moyer Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, East Hanover Twp. Lebanon Co. PA Dec 21, 2000 Charles W. "Chuck" Snyder, age 78 b. Jan 9, 1922 East Hanover Twp, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 19, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Grace (nee Duffy) Snyder to whom he would have been married 43 year on Dec 20 s/o late Charles L. & Mary E. (nee Shartz) Snyder Insurance Salesman for MetLife, Lebanon Office manager for Eastern Industrial Insulation, Reading BH&T Inc, Myerstown IMC, Lebanon Member Zion Evangelical Congregational Church, Myerstown Sunday school teacher, church council, treasurer Raised in the Milton Hershey School for Boys Attended Hershey Junior College Graduate Susquehanna Univ. U. S. Army WW2 in Europe Member Milton Hershey Allumni Assoc. Auditor for Jackson Township Volunteer Lebanon Senior Center-delivered meals on wheels Avid fisherman and played Santa Claus Survivors: Son Edward R., h/o Candy Hibshman, Myerstown Son Michael J. h/o Judy Hibshman, Reamstown 7 grandchildren 2 great grandchildren several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Son Paul Hibshman, who died in 1978 Sister Julia Bland, who died in 1971 Brother John Snyder Burial: Mt. Hope Cemetery, Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA Dec 21, 2000 Mary A. Reider (nee Zellers), age 87 b. Oct 18, 1913 Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 19, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late J. Raymond Reider, who died in 1969 d/o late William & Mabel (nee Shirk) Zellers Survivors: Son John E. Reider, Elizabethtown Son E. Gordon Reider, Elizabethtown 8 grandchildren 8 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Son Franklin D. Reider, who died in 1994 Burial: Cornwall Cemetery, Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA Dec 21, 2000 Ida V. Hartman (nee Folcarelli), age 76 b. Oct 9, 1924 Baltimore, Maryland d. Dec 20, 2000 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o Carl H. Hartman, to whom she was married 57 years on May 15. D/o late Reginaldo & Guindelina (nee Pettrilli) Folcarelli Surivors: Daughter Joanne Hartman, Myerstown Brother Dominic Folarelli, Catonsville, Maryland A granddaughter A great-granddaughter Burial: Christ Lutheran Cemetery, Stouchsburg, PA Dec 22, 2000 Merlin L. Wise, age 78 b. Apr 29, 1922 Bronaugh Missouri d. Dec 20, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Esther M. (nee Gallas) Wise, to whom he was married 48 years, Oct 11, 2000. S/o late Lorain U. & Nina M. (nee Houser) Wise. Draftsman for many years, former Batdorff & Schucker Memorials, Myerstown Had been a Member, Freidens Lutheran Church, Myerstown, where he was the custodian 7 Years until his retirement, served on the cemetery committee and various other committees w/in the church. Played in the Bell Choir. 1941 Graduate, Nevada H. S., Nevada, Missouri 1949 Graduate of Barre School of Memorial Art in Barre, VT former Secretary of Boy Scout Troop 78, Myerstown served in U. S. Navy during WW2. Survivors: Son Scott S., h/o Regina Wise, Schuylkill Haven Step-sister Ann Hoy, Overland Park, KS A grandson 3 step-granddaughters several cousins burial: Friedens Memorial Park, Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA Dec 22, 2000 Robert J. Liddell, age 84 b. Dec 9, 1916 Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co. PA d. Dec 20, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Ruth (nee Dissinger) Liddell, who died in September 1981. S/o late George & Elizabeth (nee Parker) Liddell Retired 1979 as a buyer for the former Haak Brothers Dept Store, Lebanon Graduate of Millersville University Severed as a 1st lieutenant in the U. S. Army during WW2, having seen service in North Africa and Italy. Awarded a Bronze Star. Later retired in 1961 from the Army National Guard as a captain. Member, Salem Lutheran Church, Lebanon Member, Lebanon VFW Post 23 Member, Quentin Riding Club Survivors: Son Robert J. Jr., h/o Beverly Liddell, Littleton CO Son Eric G., h/o Rochelle Liddell, Cheyenne WY Sister Jean, w/o Robert Fenderson, Lower Gwyndd Brother George M., h/o Midge Liddell, Mt. Dora FL Granddaughter Tara C. Liddell, State College Preceded in death by: Sister Elizabeth "Betsy" Liddell Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Dec 22, 2000 Ronald S. Engle, age 58 b. Jan 23, 1942 Swatara Township PA d. Dec 21, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Linda S. (nee Miller) Engle s/o late James & Mazzie (nee Mengle) Engle retired employee of the former Bethlehem Steel Corp. currently employee of Hershey Nursery member, Central Democratic Club, Lebanon member, Moravian Church, Lebanon vice President of Neversink Fire Co. avid fisherman Survivors: Son Ronald S. Engle Jr., Palmyra Son Kevin W. Ermerich, Kentucky Daughter Angela P., w/o Scott Garrett, Lebanon Brother James Engle, Jonestown Brother Charles Engle, Jonestown Brother Paul Engle, York Brother Earl Engle, Lebanon Sister Sylvia Beavers, Maryland 4 grandchildren several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Brothers Harvey Engle, Clarence Engle, and William Lehr Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 24, 2000 Martha J. (nee Seigfried) Gerhart, age 79 b. Jul 8, 1921 Auburn, PA d. Dec 23, 2000 Fredericksburg, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Henry F. Gerhart Sr. d/o late Gordon & Lillian (nee Berger) Seigfried member, St. JohnÕs United Church of Christ, Fredericksburg charter member, Fredericksburg American Legion Auxiliary Unit 915 served as its president for 2 consecutive years. Volunteered for the VA Medical Center and the Scotland School Organizer for Girls State at Shippensburg University Avid gardner and bowler. Survivors: Son Leonard F. Gerhart, Fredericksburg Son Henry F. Gerhart Jr., Fredericksburg Son Eugene H. Sr., w/o Audrey Gerhart, Wyomissing Daughter Bette M., w/o Darrell Foskey, Seaford DE Daughter Henrietta G. Gerhart, Green Point Daughter Myra M., w/o Leon Zechman, Pine Grove Daughter Robin L., w/o Paul E. Getz, Fredericksburg Brother Harvey Seigfried, Auburn Sister Nora Schaeffer, Orwigsburg Sister Erma Snayberger, Hamburg Sister Sara Barron, Aberdeen MD Sister Eleanor Sattazahn, Lebanon 12 grandchildren 9 great-grandchildren 2 great-great grandchildren Preceded in death by: Granddaughter Sonja J. Getz Brothers and sisters Burial: Hamlin Cemetery, Bethel Township PA Dec 24, 2000 Lena B. (nee Shifflett) Crist, age 83 b. Sep 11, 1917 Boonesville VA d. Dec 21, 2000 Middletown, Dauphin Co. PA w/o late Charles E. Crist d/o late John Thomas & Louemonia (nee Frazier) Shifflett Homemaker. Survivors: Son Mike Crist, Hershey Daughter Carol Ford, Bethlehem Brother Earl Shifflett, Baltimore MD Brother James Shifflett, Baltimore MD Brother George William Shifflett, Baltimore MD Brother Arthur Shifflett, Boonesville VA Brother Dewey Shifflett, Crozet VA Sister Hattie Shifflett, Boonesville VA Sister Eleanor Shifflett, Hampton VA 2 grandchildren 4 great-grandchildren burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 24, 2000 Erma A. (nee Artz) Moyer, age 96 b. date not listed Lickdale, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 21, 2000 Denver, Lancaster Co. PA w/o late John H. Moyer, who died in 1971. D/o late Cyranus & Anne (nee Stein) Artz BachelorÕs degree, former Millersville Normal School Taught at schools in Richland, Hinkletown, and Rothsville Taught English for Ephrata Area School District Junior/Senior H. S. for 35 years Retired in 1970. Member, Lutheran Church of the Holy Trinity, Ephrata, where she taught Sunday school for 25 years. Member, PA Association of School Retirees Member, Historical Society of the Cocalico Valley Member, Ephrata WomenÕs Club Member, Friends of the Library in Ephrata Member, Cloister Book Club Avid bridge player, she enjoyed crocheting and making braided rugs. Survivors: Son John R. "Jack", h/o Dolores S. (nee Stark) Moyer, Ephrata 3 grandchildren Preceded in death by: 3 brothers and 2 sisters (not listed). Burial: Schaefferstown Cemetery, Schaefferstown, Lebanon Co. PA Dec 24, 2000 Jennie L. (nee Faust) Mertz, age 70 b. date not listed Lehighton, Carbon Co. PA d. Dec 22, 2000 Reading, Berks Co. PA w/o William E. Mertz d/o late Cletus & Dorothea (nee Fronheiser) Faust Homemaker Survivors: Son Timothy Mertz, Lebanon Son Scott Mertz, Womelsdorf Daughter Jocelyn (nee Mertz) Norton, Womelsdorf Daughter Jena (nee Mertz) Wenrich, Womelsdorf Daughter Peggy (nee Mertz) Kramer, Quakertown Daughter Jena (nee Mertz) Wenrich, Robesonia Brother Carlton Faust, Lehighton 7 grandchildren 4 great-grandchildren burial: Union Cemetery, Womelsdorf, Berks Co. PA Dec 24, 2000 Ralph Plasterer, age 81 b. Dec 24, 1918 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 23, 2000 Lebanon PA h/o Ethel Mae Plasterer s/o late Paul & Annie (nee Eckert) Plasterer owner / operator PlastererÕs Garage, Lebanon Survivors: Grandson Brian, h/o Sherri Plasterer, Fredericksburg Grandson Scott, h/o Joyce Plasterer, Lebanon Granddaughter Dawn Marie, w/o David Custer, Annville 4 great-grandchildren 1 great-great granddaughter sister Edna Mengle, Lebanon sister Ida Boger, Lebanon Preceded in death by: Son Ralph E. Plasterer Brothers Harry Plasterer, Frank Plasterer and Charles Plasterer Dec 24, 2000 Samuel M. Wolfe Sr., age 71 b. Jul 28, 1929 Swopes Valley PA d. Dec 22, 2000 Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA h/o Jean (nee Clark) Wolfe, to whom he had been married 50 years. S/o late Robert & Mollie (nee Sattizahn) Wolfe Member, Schuylkill Church of the Brethren, Pine Grove Member, Pine Grove Masonic Lodge 409 F & AM Owner/operator Billig Trucking Air Force Veteran who served in Germany during the Korean War Survivors: Son Samuel M. Wolfe Jr., Pine Grove Son David Wolfe, Pine Grove Son Kenneth Wolfe, Schuylkill Haven Daughter Karen Lengel, Pine Grove 8 grandchildren 4 great-grandchildren brother David Wolfe, Pine Grove Area Brother Joseph Wolfe, Pine Grove Area Brother Robert Wolfe, Pine Grove Area Sister Eva Wambaugh, Palmyra Sister Mary Brown, Ravine Sister Martha Kutz, Oak Grove Sister Molly Daubert, Oak Grove Preceded in death : Brothers Mark Wolfe, Adam Wolfe, Paul Wolfe Sr., Walter Wolfe, Daniel Wolfe Sister Edna Burial: St. JohnÕs Lutheran Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA Dec 24, 2000 Curtis L. Frantz, age 79 b. May 7, 1921 Deturksville, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Dec 23, 2000 Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA s/o late Harvey E. & Hattie R. (nee Fehr) Frantz 65 year member, Salem HetzelÕs Lutheran Church, Pine Grove 1938 Graduate, Pine Grove H. S. 1942 Graduate, Penn State w/ bachelorÕs and masterÕs degree in education Last employed as the director of Schuylkill Co Vo Tech Schoo Member, PA State Education Association Retirees US Navy veteran of WW2 56 year member, Pine Grove American Legion Post 374 50 year member, Pine Grove Masonic Lodge #409 F & AM member, Rajah Shrine, Reading member, The Scottish Rite and the Consistory of Reading member, Friendensburg & Roedersville Game & Fish Preceded in death by: Brother Stanley Frantz Burial: Schuylkill Memorial Park Cemetery, Schuylkill Haven, Schuylkill Co., PA Dec 24, 2000 Walter J. Mintz, age 75 b. Feb 16, 1925 S. Manheim Twp., Schuylkill Co. PA d. Dec 23, 2000 Pottsville, Shuylkill Co. PA h/o Jean (nee Lapinsky) Mintz, w/whom he was married 56 years. S/o late Walter & Sophie (nee Hartz) Mintz Owner & operator of Walter J. Mintz excavating contractor in Schuylkill Haven since 1950, retired in 1992. US Army veteran served in 86th Infantry in Italy in WW2 Attended St. Ambrose Roman Catholic Church, Schuylkill Haven Survivors: Son Walter Mintz, Ayer MA Son Dennis Mints, Schuylkill Haven Daughter Jean Mintz, Schuylkill Haven Daughter Joann Webber, Schuylkill Haven Daughter Darlene Faust, Virginia Beach VA Sister Edith Herr, Campbelltown Sister Irene Darosh, Orwigsburg Sister Elizabeth Patschkee, Lebanon 8 grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brothers Francis Mintz, 1987 Edward Mintz, 1964 Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 25, 2000 David L. Kreiser, age 34 b. Jun 16, 1966 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 23, 2000 Lebanon PA s/o John H. & Helen (nee Laub) Kreiser Machinist for PA Quality Tool & Die, Myerstown Member, Living Waters Chapel, Lebanon, where he taught childrenÕs church and served as commander of Penn-Del 87 Royal Rangers. Graduate of Lebanon H. S. Coached youth soccer and baseball. Survivors: Sister Bonnie, w/o Timothy Boteski, Benton Sister Holly Kreiser, Annville 2 nephews and 1 niece burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. AP Dec 25, 2000 Rev. W. Lyndon Hess, age 92 b. Apr 14, 1908 Brooklyn NY d. Dec 21, 2000 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA s/o late William L. Sr. & Nelie T. (nee Viall) Hess. Retired teacher and chairman of the English department of Milton Hershey School 1941 Š 1973 1953 Š 1955, licensed Episcopal layreader at All Saints Episcopal Church, Hershey Member, All Saints Episcopal Church, Hershey 1960, Ordained to the permanent diaconate and was then known as Rev. W. Lyndon Hess Served as assistant pastor until retiring in 1986. Sergeant of the Army Air Force, serving 30 months overseas. Taught English at Terre Hill and Earl Township schools in Lancaster Co. 10 years. Graduate work at Montana State University Graduate, Millersville Teachers College. Attended Wesley College Institute, Dover, DE Survivors: Nephew Michael Casle, Hockessin, DE Niece Carlyn Wojtal, Pineville NC Personal Representatives William R. & Grace Fisher, Hershey Preceded in death by: Sister Elaine Casale Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 25, 2000 Adam A. Struphar, age 86 b. Feb 26, 1914 Bellegrove, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 24, 2000 E. Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA h/o Anna S. (nee Shuey) Struphar, to whom he was married 65 years, on Sunday, Dec 24, 2000 s/o late John & Lizzie (nee Bomgardner) Struphar Employed by Agway until retirement in 1979. Member, Ono United Methodist Church Member, Ono Fire Company Member, Bellegrove Fire Company Member, Jonestown Senior Cititzen. Avid bowler and bird watcher. Survivors: Daughter Mary L. Hostetter, N.Annville Twp. Grandson Jim Hostetter, S.Annville Twp. Grandson Dennis Hostetter, N.Annvilletowp. Granddaughter Karen Moyer, Ebenezer (Lebanon) 5 great-grandchildren He was the last of his immediate family. Burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA Dec 26, 2000 Selma K. (nee King) Wenger, age 89 b. Sep 22, 1911 Heidelberg Twp, Lebanon Co. d.Dec 24, 2000 Palmyra burial: Heidelberg Cemetery, Heidelberg Township, Lebanon Co. w/o the late: John Jacob Wenger d/o the late: Henry and Alice (nee Kurtz) Wenger Survivors: Dau. Elaine w/o Donald Fair, Lebanon Dau. Ruth w/o John Tabakelis of Morgantown 7 gc (stands for grandchildren) 14 ggc (stands for great grandchildren) Or, this one also taken from an obituary from Dec 26, 2000 Dec 26, 2000 Sister Mary Mark, age 92 (aka Helen Kristovensky) birthdate & location not mentioned d. Dec 24, 2000, Danville, PA burial: Sisters Cemetery, Danville d/o the late Michael & Anna (nee Cech) Kristovensky survivors: sister Elizabeth Sydock of Sayre PA and nieces and nephews. Dec 26, 2000 Harold W. Stansfield, age 89 b. Jan 4, 1911 Shiremanstown, PA d. Dec 23, 2000 Franklin, TN burial: Hershey Cemetery, Hershey, PA s/o Wm Harold (deceased) & Mary (nee Leisman) Stansfield h/o Edna Burch Stansfield survivors: daughter Karen A. Smith, Thomaston, GA son William H. Stansfield, Milledge, GA son Byron B. Stanfield, Franklin TN brother Charles Stanfield, Shiremansytown sister Vera Whisler of Shiremanstown Dec 26, 2000 Curtis L. Frantz Sr., age 79 b. May 7, 1921 Deturksville d. Dec 23, 2000 Pottsville h/o Mamie (nee Brown) Frantz md to for 57 yrs. s/o of the late Harvey E. & Hattie R. (nee Fehr) Frantz buried: Schuykill Memorial Cemetery, Schuylkill Haven. survivors: son Curtis L. Frantz, Jr., Reading son Gary Frantz, Mifflintown brother Harold Frantz, of Delaware 4 gc 2 ggc Preceeded in death by: brother Stanley Frantz Dec 26, 2000 George E. Leibich Sr., age 56 b. Jan 28, 1944 d. Dec 24, 2000 Harrisburg s/o John H. (deceased) & Mary Jane (nee Martel) Leibich h/o Sherry M. (nee Light) Leibich buried: Grand View Memorial Park, Annville survivors: son George E. Leibich Jr., Newport son Stephen M. Leibich, Harrisburg son Christopher S. Leibich, Harrisburg brother John H. Leibich Jr., Chattanooga, TN brother Arthur W. Leibich, Lebanon Dec 26, 2000 Dae Nam Kwon, age 76 b. Sep 5, 1924 South Korea d. Dec 25, 2000 Lebanon h/o Kyong Cha (nee Yi) Kwon s/o the late Chang S. & Chang San (nee Kim) Kwon buried: Grand View Memorial Park, Annville survivors: son In Ho Kwon, Lebanon son In Su Kwon, Richland son Chun Ho Kwon, Brooklyn NY son Chon Ho Kwon, York dau Chu Ja Kwon, South Korea dau Sun Im w/o Terry Crouse, Newmanstown dau Hyo Chong w/o Saeoek O of State College dau Hyo Sung w/o Joohyun Ro of Raleigh, NC Dec 27, 2000 Emma Nora Gerberich, age 90 b. Nov 13, 1910 East Hanover Twp, Dauphin County, PA d. Dec 26, 2000 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA d/o late Alfred W. & Kate E. (Jones) Gerberich Retired Hershey Foods Corp. Member Palm Lutheran Church, Palmyra Member Hershey Retirees & Chocolate Workers Union Local 464 WomenÕs fellowship at her church Sewing, gardening, quiliting, crocheting Survivors: Niece Betty J. OÕNeal, Hershey Niece Anna E. Bickle, Grantville Niece Amy M. Rhoad, Grantville Niece Eva M. Eshleman, Palmyra Niece Pauline E. Fureman, Hummelstown Niece Myrle E. Boyer, Jonestown Niece Phyllis A. Gecker, Newtown Nephew John C. Rhine, Grantville Nephew Paul H. Rhine, Humelstown Nephew Warren J. Rhoad, Hershey Nephew Alfred H. Gerberich, Raleigh, NC Nephew Stanley R. Gerberich, Lewisberry Burial: ShellÕs church Cemetery, East Hanover twp, Dauphin Co. PA Dec 27, 2000 Clifford E. Bender, age 72 b. date not listed d. Dec 25, 2000 Jefferson Twp, Berks Co. PA h/o Susie (nee Mirabile) Bender s/o late George F. & Mildred I. (nee Keener) Bender Chief Petty Officer in the Navy WW2, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba Sheet metalist and welder at former Rockwell International, Wyommising Past commander and life member of Richland American Legion Post Life member South End Club in Reading Member Newmanstown Athletic Association Member Altalaha Lutheran Church, Rehersburg Survivors: Step-brother Harold Trautman, Mechanicsburg Brother Charles Bender, Virginia Beach VA Sister Mary Bender, Chicago IL Several nieces and nephews Burial: Altalaha Church Cemetery, Rehrersburg, Berks Co. PA Dec 27, 2000 Reed H. Koenig, age 39 b. Jul 14, 1961 Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Dec 26, 2000 Reading, Berks Co. PA s/o Henry & Shirley (nee Merkey) Koenig, Pine Grove Member St. PeterÕs Lutheran Church, Pine Grove 1979 Graduate Pine Grove H. S. 1981 Associates degree in Electrical engineering from Penn StateÕs Schuylkill Haven Campus 1986 BachelorÕs degree in Physics from Albright College, Reading 1994 MasterÕs degree in Electrical Engineering Lehigh Univ, Bethlehem Engineering Manager Agrere Systems, formerly the Lucent Tech, Reading Survivors: Sister Kathy Sipe, Harrisburg Sister Kim Shroeder, Barnesville A nephew A friend, Barbara Tazik, West Reading Aunts, uncles and cousins Burial: Reedsville Cemetery, Reedsville, Schuylkill Co. PA Dec 27, 2000 Mildred W. "Peggy" Ulrich (nee Hartz), age 77 b. Aug 28, 1923 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 24, 2000 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Raymond B. Ulrich d/o late Mary Hartz Retired Perry Dept Store of 22 years Bookkeeper for the former for Valley Trust Bank in Palmyra Member Palm Lutheran Church, Palmyra Member Palmyra Snior Citizens Palmyra Graden Club Women of Evangelical Lutheran Church of America Palmyra American Legion Auxilary Survivors: Daughter Karen, w/o Harry Fox, Annville Daughter Kendra, w/o Douglas Werner, Downingtown Son Keith, h/o Diana Ulrich, Gettysburg Brother Jack Hartz, Lebanon Brother Larry Hartz, Lebanon Brother Jay Hartz, Palmyra Brother Ray Hartz, Annville 6 grandchildren burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, East Hanover Twp, Lebanon Co. PA Dec 27, 2000 James Micah Belleman, age 3_ b. date not listed Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 25, 2000 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA s/o Michael S. & Vicki L. (nee Keilly) Belleman Member of Richland Church of the Brethren Survivors: Brother Jason Belleman, Newmanstown Brother Jonathan Belleman, Millcreek Twp Brother Joshua Belleman, Millcreek Twp Paternal Grandparents Richard & Ella Belleman, Richland Paternal Grandparents Leon & Peggy Beck, Richland Maternal Grandparents Robert & Margaret Keilly, Newmanstown Maternal Great-grandmother Mary Merkel, Lebanon Burial: Richland Cemetery, Richland PA Dec 27, 2000 David L. Kreiser, age 34 b. Jun 16, 1966 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 23, 2000 Lebanon PA s/o John H. & Helen (nee Laub) Kreiser Machinest for PA Quality Tool & Die Co, Myerstown Member Living Waters chapel, N. Lebanon Taught ChildrenÕs church Served as Commander on the Penn-Del 87 Royal Rangers Graduate of Northern Lebanon H. S. Coached youth soccer and baseball. Survivors: Sister Bonnie, w/o Timothy Potoeski, Benton Sister Holly Kreiser, Annville Two nephews and a niece. Burial: Grand View Cemetery, N. Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Dec 27, 2000 Kenneth L. Bennett Jr., age 44 b. Apr 24, 1956 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 24, 2000 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA s/o Kenneth L. Sr. & Lucetta J. (nee Lantz) Bennett 1974 Graduate Lebanon H. S. Chef at Harrisburg Maennerchor Member of Pennsmen and played darts at the Clover Club Member of the West End Republican club Member William Penn Club Member Friendship Fire Co., all of Harrisburg Survivors: Brother David M. Bennett Sr. Lebanon Sister Robin L., w/o David Long, Lebanon Sister Eva Marie, w/o Kenneth P. Nauman, Lebanon Several nieces and nephews A close friend Nancy Dudley of Duncannon. Dec 27, 2000 Jennifer L. Miller (nee Warmkessel), age 35 b. date not mentioned Reading, Berks Co. PA d. Dec 24, 2000 Allentown, PA w/o Timothy A. Miller d/o Richard D. Jr. & Dixie L. (nee Harvey) Warmkessel Client Development Specialist for Dunn & Bradstreet in Bethlehem 11 yers Member Community United Church of Christ in St. Lawrence 1983 graduate of Exeter Twp H. S. 1987 Penn State graduate with a B.S. in Business Mgmt Survivors: Brother Jeffrey A. Warmkessel, Oley Burial: Berks Co. Memorial Gardens, Maiden Creek Township, PA Dec 27, 2000 Ethel G. Schaeffer (nee Felty), age 88 b. Aug 30, 1912 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Dec 26, 2000 Lebanon PA w/o late David M. Schaeffer d/o late Ellsworth & Ida (nee Walmer) Felty Employed by No-Mend Hosiery OnofreyÕs & Northside 5 & 10 store. Member Salem Lutheran Church, Lebanon Sunday School teacher 25 years Member and past president of the Rescue Hose Co. No 4 Weavertown Fire Co. Auxiliaries Survivors: Daughter Sharon I., w/o William L. Patton, Lewsiburg Granddaughter Wendy L., w/o Michael D. Keller, Myerstown Granddaughter Cheryl A. Patton, Yardley 2 great-grandchildren she was the last of her immediate family. Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N. Annville Twp. Lebanon Co. PA