Obits: August 2001: Abstracts from Lebanon Daily News, Lebanon Co, PA Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.net/pa/pafiles.htm ************************************************ File contributed for use in USGenWeb Archives by: Krista K. Gable eagle429@bright.net Obituary abstracts from the Lebanon Daily News, Lebanon, PA. People lived in Schuylkill, Dauphin, Lebanon, Berks, and Lancaster Counties. ************************************************ AUGUST 2001 OBITURY ABSTRACTS LEBANON DAILY NEWS LEBANON, LEBANON CO, PENNSYLVANIA SUBMITTED BY KRISTA GABLE Updated 12/20/03 Index by order listed. Aug 1, 2001 Lawrence J. Morrissey Jr., age not listed Aug 1, 2001 Dorothy J. (nee ) Saul, age 76 Aug 2, 2001 Ruth K. (nee Kettering) Miller, age 90 Aug 2, 2001 Anna A. (nee Mease) Nicholas, age 65 Aug 2, 2001 Annie D. (nee Paponetti) Fitzsimmons, age unknown Aug 3, 2001 Yolanda M. (nee Faiola) Engel, age 87 Aug 3, 2001 Hilda M. (nee Burkhart) Ney, age 87 Aug 3, 2001 Louise L. (nee Measack) Thompson, age 71 Aug 4, 2001 Phyllis (nee Wallett) Fogelman, age 70 Aug 4, 2001 Everett W. Clagett, age 86 Aug 4, 2001 Violet D. (nee Stiff) Allder, age 83 Aug 4, 2001 Catherine E. (nee Carberry) Kenny, age 87 Aug 5, 2001 Esther M. (nee Carmany) Gerlach, age 90 Aug 5, 2001 Eleanor L. "Pete" (nee Krause) Gill, age 69 Aug 5, 2001 Richard A. Basselgia, age 89 Aug 6, 2001 Lillie E. (nee Darkes) Dubbs, age 88 Aug 6, 2001 Mary K. (nee Hallman) Hoerner, age 81 Aug 7, 2001 Ethel S. (nee Shank) Bell, age 88 Aug 7, 2001 Violet L. (nee Sharp) Brunner, age 96 Aug 7, 2001 Robert L. Kemmerling, age 62 Aug 7, 2001 Mary C. (nee Zinn) Hilton, age 82 Aug 7, 2001 Ruth V. (nee Habecker) Hocker, age 86 Aug 7, 2001 Helen R. (nee Rudnick) Caplan), age 92 Aug 7, 2001 Charles S. Farver-Apgar, age 98 Aug 7, 2001 Robert J. Reb, age 78 Aug 8, 2001 Shannon Lee Marks, age unknown Aug 8, 2001 Kathryn E. (nee Nagle) Stoudt, age 76 Aug 8, 2001 Thomas E. Atkins, age 75 Aug 8, 2001 Richard A. Swineford, age 23 Aug 8, 2001 John Michewicz, age 67 Aug 8, 2001 Norman L. Marks, age 83 Aug 8, 2001 Robert W. Butler, age 66 Aug 8, 2001 Lillie E. (nee Darkes) Dubbs, age 88 Aug 8, 2001 Marian (nee Hershey) Witmer, age 87 Aug 8, 2001 Monroe M. Gibble, age 83 Aug 8, 2001 Mae P. (nee Stein) Davis, age 81 Aug 9, 2001 Ray L. Yeakley, age 88 Aug 9, 2001 Joseph M. Krizan, age 83 Aug 9, 2001 Robert W. Butler, age 66 Aug 10, 2001 Jean L. Fisher, age 45 Aug 10, 2001 Kathleen F. (nee Fox) Gage, age 51 Aug 10, 2001 James B. Slyman, age 67 Aug 10, 2001 Eva G. (nee Wagner) Edwards, age 64 Aug 10, 2001 Landis A. Frantz, age 77 Aug 11, 2001 John H. Cramer Jr., age 79 Aug 11, 2001 Gloria H. (nee Daubert) Felty, age 65 Aug 11, 2001 Pauline Y. (nee Yeager) Richie, age 86 Aug 12, 2001 Earl B. Weidler, age 76 Aug 12, 2001 Mary E. (nee Hallman) Brandt, age 96 Aug 13, 2001 Laura S. (nee Gassert) Wolfe, age 87 Aug 13, 2001 Roberta E. (nee Stutzman) Shirk, age 83 Aug 14, 2001 June G. Dale, age 86 Aug 14, 2001 Walter F. Miller, age 83 Aug 14, 2001 Cariella A. (nee Rothermel) Brunn, age 83 Aug 14, 2001 Isabel G. "Issy" (nee Byrt ) Knox, age 92 Aug 14, 2001 Lloyd E. Hetrick, age 78 Aug 14, 2001 Allen J. Kern, age 82 Aug 14, 2001 Margaret (nee Greenwald) Woodland, age 75 Aug 15, 2001 Cariella A. (nee Rothermel) Brunn, age 83 Aug 15, 2001 Alta Z. (nee Burkholder) Zimmerman, age 80 Aug 15, 2001 Kathleen Fay (nee Heffner) Hass, age 42 Aug 15, 2001 Eugene J. "Butch" Meisner, Jr., age 44 Aug 16, 2001 Robert K. Miller, age 84 Aug 16, 2001 Jennie T. (nee Pavone) Iacavone, age 78 Aug 16, 2001 Elsie J. (nee Gozzi) J. Marino, age 87 Aug 16, 2001 William J. Marchant, age 39 Aug 16, 2001 Charles W. "Chuck" Tolley, age 64 Aug 16, 2001 Dorothy Irene (nee Heiser) Thomasco, age 86 Aug 16, 2001 Richard L. Neenan, age 84 Aug 17, 2001 Martha L. (nee Lileck) Early, age 62 Aug 17, 2001 Harvey P. Heagy, age 72 Aug 17, 2001 Richard W. Watson, age 71 Aug 18, 2001 Robert B. Payne, age 78 Aug 18, 2001 Nina R. (nee Rouzer) Alt, age 77 Aug 18, 2001 Dorothy C. "Dottie" (nee Wagner) Speraw, age 83 Aug 18, 2001 Todd A. Thomasco, age 36 Aug 18, 2001 Katherine R. Beck, age 57 Aug 19, 2001 Martha S. (nee Bubp) Labe, age 95 Aug 19, 2001 Ada A. (nee Russell) Armstrong, age 83 Aug 19, 2001 Thomas "Sarge" Hippensteel, age 67 Aug 19, 2001 Richard J. Griffe, age 77 Aug 20, 2001 Josephine "Jo" (nee Mariani) Wingenroth, age 67 Aug 20, 2001 Irene B. (nee Buffamoyer) Smith, age 75 Aug 20, 2001 Lois L. (nee Wolfe) Moyer, age 65 Aug 21, 2001 Thomas "Sarge" Hippensteel, age 67 Aug 21, 2001 Esther L. Jamison, age 90 Aug 21, 2001 Ethel M. (nee Schroyer) Wagner, age 91 Aug 21, 2001 Alvin R. Boyer, age 68 Aug 21, 2001 Mary Anne (nee Tietjen) Byrne, age 60 Aug 21, 2001 Patricia E. (nee O'Connell) Smith, age 52 Aug 21, 2001 James R. Cannon, age 35 Aug 21, 2001 Harry I. Sohn Sr., age 88 Aug 21, 2001 Samuel F. Purcell Sr., age 51 Aug 22, 2001 Lois L. (nee Wolfe) Moyer, age 65 Aug 22, 2001 Harold A. Shearer, age 68 Aug 22, 2001 Dorothy G. (nee Zombro) Boltz, age 77 Aug 22, 2001 Norman R. Bord Jr., age 60 Aug 22, 2001 Barbara E. Dobias, age 68 Aug 23, 2001 Barbara E. Dobias, age 68 Aug 23, 2001 Dorothy G. (nee Zombro) Williams Boltz, age 77 Aug 23, 2001 Raymond W. McKinney, age 87 Aug 23, 2001 Marjorie H. (nee Dumez) Fox, age 80 Aug 23, 2001 Jennie M. (nee Williams) Heckert, age unknown Aug 24, 2001 Frances K. (nee Klespis) Flaherty, age 81 Aug 24, 2001 Mildred E. (nee Keim) Shlafer, age 85 Aug 24, 2001 D. Loretta (nee Berkheimer) Kemmler, age 62 Aug 24, 2001 Thomas G. Glasmire, age 50 Aug 25, 2001 Lewis F. Ream, age 71 Aug 25, 2001 Henry J. Kiscadden, age 75 Aug 25, 2001 Edith A. (nee Copenhaver) Heffley, age 92 Aug 25, 2001 Bernadine M. "Bernie" (nee Souders) Lander, age 95 Aug 25, 2001 Charlotte S. (nee Smith) Kuhn, age 87 Aug 26, 2001 Miriam A. (nee Shumaker) Shireman, age 93 Aug 26, 2001 Jeanette Pearl (nee Lesher) Buchter, age 99 Aug 27, 2001 Marvin W. Hartman, age 81 Aug 27, 2001 Sara A. (nee Arbegast) Keller, age 84 Aug 27, 2001 Jane R. (nee Ross) Sheeley, age 78 Aug 27, 2001 Marlene F. (nee Snavely) Kohr, age 66 Aug 28, 2001 Margaret Mary (nee Faiola) Lamancusa, age 79 Aug 28, 2001 Irma G. (nee Fahler) Marko, age 84 Aug 28, 2001 Myrle E. (nee Fox) Lafferty, age 86 Aug 29, 2001 Emilio J. Ranieri, Jr., age 71 Aug 29, 2001 William H. Bolger, age 84 Aug 29, 2001 Matthew J. Jordan, age 71 Aug 29, 2001 Richard H. "Dick" Wike, age 84 Aug 29, 2001 Sherwood E. Kendall, age 80 Aug 29, 2001 Hans J. Stucki, age 68 Aug 30, 2001 Julia A. (nee Heisey) Kemp, age 86 Aug 30, 2001 Viola L. (nee Zimmerman) Arnold, age 92 Aug 30, 2001 Richard A. Cook, age 72 Aug 30, 2001 Russell A. Cook Jr., age 69 Aug 30, 2001 Darrel L. Hines, age 59 Aug 30, 2001 Charles G. Mease, age 74 Aug 30, 2001 Edith K. (nee Knowles) Duetsch, age 92 Aug 30, 2001 Evelyn B. (nee Bradt) Erickson, age 92 Aug 31, 2001 George M. Weller, age 88 Aug 31, 2001 Mabel E. (nee Brown) Gassert, age 99 Aug 31, 2001 Irene F. (nee Templin) Barr, age 81 Aug 1, 2001 Lawrence J. Morrissey Jr., age not listed b. May 8, 1933 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. May 29, 2001 Concord, North Carolina h/o Anita (nee Stover) Morrissey s/o late Lawrence J. Sr. & Ida Mae (nee Miller) Morrissey Victim of Cancer Army veteran, Korean War Retied from hotel management "Lived in Lebanon County his whole life with exception of the last 11 years when he lived in Charlotte and Concord NC" Survivors: Daughter Lauren Martin, Concord NC Daughter Karen Peiffer, Lebanon Son Kirk Morrissey, Jonestown Sister Thea Fisher, Sykesville MD Sister Frances Weaber, Lebanon Sister Paula Thamez, Waco TX Brother Bernard Morrissey, Stevens Brother Fred Morrissey, Lebanon Five grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brother Kenneth Morrissey Burial: location is not listed. Aug 1, 2001 Dorothy J. (nee Yeager) Saul, age 76 b. Aug 6, 1924 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA d. Jul 30, 2001 Harrisburg, PA w/o Jack Saul d/o late Joseph & Mildred (nee Hahn) Yeager patient, Harrisburg Hospital, Harrisburg PA Resident, Palmyra PA Homemaker Survivors: Daughter Pat Weaber, Lebanon Daughter Karen Saul, Palmyra, with whom she lived. Daughter Tina Gosthnian, Palmyra Five grandchildren Four great-grandchildren Burial: Willow Grove Cemetery, Linglestown PA Aug 2, 2001 Ruth K. (nee Kettering) Miller, age 90 b. Apr 29, 1911 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA d. Jul 27, 2001 Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Col. Rodman D. Miller, would have celebrated 59 years in September 2001. D/o late Alvin K. & Barbara S. (nee Yingst) Kettering Resident, Cornwall Manor, Cornwall PA Former resident, Annville Graduate, 1929, Annville High School Graduate, 1933, Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs NY Member, Zion Lutheran Church, Lebanon Former Girl Scout. Survivors: Daughter Ruth Anne Miller, Prescott, Arizona Sister Abigail Schildnecht, Palm Coast FL Three grandchildren Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 2, 2001 Anna A. (nee Mease) Nicholas, age 65 b. Jan 16, 1936 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 1, 2001 Lebanon PA w/o Earl L. Nicholas Sr. d/o late Clarence L. & Stella E. (nee Ritz) Mease patient, Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon resident, Lebanon PA nurse's aide, former Leader Nursing Home, Lebanon prior employee, Quality Inn member, Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lebanon member, Lebanon Fire Police member, Lebanon VFW Post 23 auxiliaries. Survivors: Son Earl L. Nicholas Jr., Lebanon Daughter Brenda J., w/o Richard C. Clark Sr., Lebanon Daughter Wendy A., w/o William Worrilow III, Lebanon Daughter Karen M., w/o John Stoner, Manheim Sister Shirley A., w/o David Lehman, Lebanon Sister Doris L., w/oDale Etzweiler, Lebanon Brother William T. Mease, Lebanon Six grandchildren Three great-grandchildren Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 2, 2001 Annie D. (nee Paponetti) Fitzsimmons, age unknown b. date not listed Coatesville PA d. Jul 31, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA d/o late Nicola & Luigina (nee Canucetti) Paponetti patient, Hershey Medical Center resident, Hershey retired nurse, Hershey Medical Center member, St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, Hershey social member, Hershey Italian Lodge. Survivors: Sister Nilda P. Bonfanti, Hershey Sister Norma P. Baiocchi, Hershey Brother Paul G. Paponetti, Palmyra Number of nieces and nephews. Burial: Hershey Cemetery, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA Aug 3, 2001 Yolanda M. (nee Faiola) Engel, age 87 b. Nov 19, 1913 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 2, 2001 Lebanon PA w/o late Stephen Engel d/o late Dominic & Stella (nee Lanni) Faiola retired photographic technician, Harpel's, Lebanon retired, R & M Dress Factory, Lebanon Graduate, 1933, Lebanon Catholic High School Member, St. Mary's Church Survivors: Son Anthony Lamancusa, Lebanon Brother Albino Faiola, Harrisburg Brother Herman Faiola, Lebanon Sister Margaret Lamancusa, Harrisburg Sister Florence Moyer, Lebanon Several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Brothers Raymond, Samuel and Victor Faiola Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N. Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 3, 2001 Hilda M. (nee Burkhart) Ney, age 87 b. date not listed Womeldorf, Berks Co. PA d. Aug 2, 2001 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late George W. Ney Sr., who died in Jun 1959. D/o late Thomas & Jennie (nee Weik) Burkhart Retired, 1979 after 10 years of service from the former, Columbia Minerva Corp, Robesonia Member, Zion United Church of Christ, Womelsdorf Survivors: Daughter Gladys Norman, Myerstown Son George W. Ney Jr., Robesonia Son Thomas D. Ney, Sheffield VT Sister Grace Doris, Myerstown Two grandchildren Two great-grandchildren Burial: Heidelberg Cemetery, Robesonia, Berks Co. PA Aug 3, 2001 Louise L. (nee Measack) Thompson, age 71 b. Jun 25, 1930 Hudson Falls NY d. Aug 2, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Ross A. Thompson d/o late Robert & Margaret (nee Floyd) Measack retired owner, service station and garage in Tower City (Schuylkill Co.) for over 50 years. Member, St. Mary's Church, Lebanon Survivors: Son Samuel, h/o Janna Mione, Pocatello, Idaho Five grandchildren One great-grandchild An uncle. Preceded in death by: Brother Donald Measack Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 4, 2001 Phyllis (nee Wallett) Fogelman, age 70 b. Jul 14, 1931 location not listed d. Aug 3, 2001 South Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Richard E. Fogelman d/o late Kermit & Ruth (nee Gross) Wallett retired PBX operator, Hershey Chocolate USA member, Hershey Federal Credit Union member, Chocolate Workers Union Local 464 Survivors: Son Douglas R. Fogelman, Hershey Son Miles E. Fogelman, Palmyra Son Daniel R. Fogelman, Palmyra Daughter Rita F. Ramacciotti, Hershey Daughter Paulette M. Smartschan, Palmyra Daughter Colleen Garrison, Campbelltown Sister Julia Latchford, Palmyra Brother David Wallett, Quentin 10 grandchildren burial: Spring Creek Church of the Brethren Cemetery, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA Aug 4, 2001 Everett W. Clagett, age 86 b. Aug 1, 1915 Bethel Twp., Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 2, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Josephine C. Clagett, whom he married Jul 28, 2000. S/o late owen & Martha (nee Hartzell) Clagett Retired laborer, Bethlehem Steel Corp, Lebanon Owner/operator, Clagett Lawn Mower & Sharpening Service Member, First Baptist Church, Lebanon Former member, St. Stephen's United Church of Christ Volunteer, Susquehanna Association for the Blind & Vision Impaired. Member, Senior Center of Lebanon Valley Member, Retired Steelworkers Survivors: Daughter Joanne, w/o Charles A. Miller, Mechanicsburg Daughter Susan B., w/o Richard H. Fake, Lebanon Daughter Mrs. Janet M. Hoadley, Harrisburg Step-son Carl M. Capello, Bridgeton GA Brother Carol O. Clagett, State College Brother Arthur H. Clagett, Lebanon Six grandchildren Six great-grandchildren Several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Wife Anna B. (Masemore) Clagett, who died in 1991. Sister Virginia M. Clagett Fonderwhite, who died in 1987. Burial: Kimmerlings Cemetry, E. Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 4, 2001 Violet D. (nee Stiff) Allder, age 83 b. Mar 17, 1918 London, England d. Aug 2, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Hubert Allder d/o late David & Isabella (nee Pelling) Stiff Survivors: Daughter Marie D., w/o Joseph Gallarelli Three grandchildren One great-grandchild Brother David Stiff, London, England Sister Jessie Humphries, London, England Numerous nieces and nephews. Burial: nothing is listed. Possible Cremation. Aug 4, 2001 Catherine E. (nee Carberry) Kenny, age 87 b. Jul 13, 1914 Dudley PA d. Aug 3, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Joseph X. Kenny, who died in 1993. D/o late George & Mary (nee Brannigan) Carberry Retired, Lebanon Valley General Hospital Member, St. Mary's Church. Survivors: Daughter Barbara, w/o Robert Serba, Lebanon Daughter Mary Shifflett, Harrisburg Daughter Kathleen Horst, Lebanon Son J. Joseph Kenny, Lebanon Son Frank, h/o Keri Kenny, San Jose CA Eight grandchildren 12 great-grandchildren several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Brothers George & Augustus Carberry Sisters Clair Carberry, Margaret Burgner, Cecilia Simpson Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N. Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 5, 2001 Esther M. (nee Carmany) Gerlach, age 90 b. Mar 30, 1911 Campbelltown, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 3, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Paul Gerlach parents are not listed. Resident, ManorCare Health Services, Lebanon Former resident, Cleona Retired sewing machine operator, Annville Shoulder Strap Member, First Evangelical Congregational Church, Palmyra Enjoyed crocheting and knitting. Survivors: Son Leon, h/o Arlene Gerlach, Enola Daughter Mabel I., w/o George Wagner, Cleona Step-daughter Martha, w/o Lester Tice, Lebanon 12 grandchildren 26 great-grandchildren 16 great-great-grandchildren burial: United Christian Cemetery, South Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 5, 2001 Eleanor L. "Pete" (nee Krause) Gill, age 69 b. Apr 10, 1932 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 4, 2001 Lebanon PA w/o late Harold A. Gill, who died Apr 20, 1992. D/o late Harriet (nee Fox) Krause and Irwin Krause. Patient, Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon PA Resident, Lebanon PA Former hostess, Country Fare Restaurant, Myerstown Attended, St. Mark's United Church of Christ, Lebanon Former member, Grace United Church of Christ, Richland, where she sung in the choir. Graduate, Lebanon High School. Volunteer, Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon Member, Lebanon Choral Society Survivors: Step-son Michael A., h/o Dorothy Gill, Ephrata Step-son Douglas Farringer, Lewisburg Step-daughter Wendy Dillon, Altoona Step-daughter Tracie Miller, Holidaysburg Three grandchildren Several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Step-son Jeffrey S. Gill Brother Harold K. Krause Sisters Dorothy Host and Evelyn Krause Burial: Ebenzer "Greenwood" Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 5, 2001 Richard A. Basselgia, age 89 b. Sep 22, 1911 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 3, 2001 Lebanon PA h/o Nancy (nee Matterness) Basselgia h/o late Eleanor (nee Lux) Basseligia s/o late James & Minnie (nee Erdman) Basselgia resident, Lebanon PA funeral director, 58 years in Lebanon member, Salem Lutheran Church, Lebanon member, Lebanon Ð Schuylkill Co. Funeral Directors Association life member, Elks BPOE No. 631 member, Travelers Protective Association, Post E for over 50 years. Charter member, Quentin Riding Club Member, Friendship and Rescue Hose Fire Companies Member, Victory Voices Attended, Lebanon City schools Graduate, Eckel's School of Mortuary Science Avid hunter He had a home in Eagle's Mere, PA Survivors: Step-son M. Craig Paine, Bethlehem Step-son M. Clark Paine, Lancaster Step-daughter Cheryl M. Paine, Alliance, OH Step-son M. Charles Paine, Lebanon Two step-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brother James Basselgia He was the last of his immediate family. Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 6, 2001 Lillie E. (nee Darkes) Dubbs, age 88 b. Feb 19, 1913 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Aug 5, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Frank E. Dubbs d/o late Harry & Lillie (nee Miller) Darkes patient, Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon resident, Myerstown production worker, Sterling Drug, Myerstown member, St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Hamlin Survivors: Son Frank D., h/o Patricia Dubbs, Myerstown Brother Harry Dubbs, Jonestown Sister Anna Anspach, Pine Grove Five grandchildren 12 great-grandchildren two great-great-grandchildren burial: St. Peter's Lutheran Church Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA Aug 6, 2001 Mary K. (nee Hallman) Hoerner, age 81 b. Nov 25, 1919 Campbelltown, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 5, 2001 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA w/o Leon C. Hoerner, married 63 years, Feb 18, 2001 d/o late Paul F. & Carrie (nee Blouch) Hallman patient, Harrisburg Hospital resident, Hershey cook, Hallman's Diner, Palmyra, retired after 14 years. Prior work, 10 years for King Kup in Hershey Member, Campbelltown United Methodist Church Member, Dauphin County Farm Women's Association. Survivors: Son Allen P., h/o Peggy Hoerner, Hershey Son Ralph A., h/o Donna Hoerner, Hershey Brother Charles Hallman, Palmyra Brother Paul Hallman Jr., McAllister, Oklahoma Brother William Hallman, Hummelstown Five grandchildren Seven great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brothers Harold Hallman & Wilbur Hallman Burial: Hummelstown Cemetery, Hummelstown, Dauphin Co. PA Aug 7, 2001 Ethel S. (nee Shank) Bell, age 88 b. date not listed Elizabethtown, Lancaster Co. PA d. Aug 5, 2001 Vero Beach, Florida w/o late Ralph Bell d/o late Davie & Mary (nee Winters) Shank member, Trinity United Methodist Church, Hummelstown had worked at the former Lynn's Market, Hummelstown Survivors: Daughter-in-law Rose M. Barnes, Palmyra 3 grandchildren 14 great-grandchildren 4 great-great grandchildren burial: Hummelstown Cemetery, Hummelstown, Dauphin Co. PA Aug 7, 2001 Violet L. (nee Sharp) Brunner, age 96 b. Nov 29, 1904 North Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 5, 2001 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Thomas Wartluft w/o late Earl Heffelfinger w/o late Mark Brunner d/o late Frank & Maggie (nee Donmoyer) Sharp employed as garment factory worker for many years. Member, Myerstown United Church of Christ, where she was involved w/ the former Altar Guild. Avid Philadelphia Phillies Fan Enjoyed traveling and playing cards. Survivors: Son Earl Wartluft, Myerstown Step-dau Marilyn, w/o George Early, Palmyra Step-dau Carol, w/o Elmer Fox, Lebanon Step-son John Brunner, Akron, PA Step-son Neal Brunner, Richland Brother Lester Sharp, Myerstown Sister Irene Moore, Sebring, FL 7 grandchildren 7 great-grandchildren numerous step-grandchildren step-great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Son Warren Wartluft Brothers Elmer Sharp, Allen Sharp, John Sharp, Harry Sharp, William Sharp, and Isaac Sharp. Sisters Mary Ream, Lizzie Reedy, Bessie Lutz, and Helen Sharp. Burial: Mt. Hope Cemetery, Myerstown, Lebanon Co.PA Aug 7, 2001 Robert L. Kemmerling, age 62 b. Dec 21, 1938 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Aug 6, 2001 Pine Grove, PA h/o Betty (nee Lebo) Kemmerling, to whom he was married 44 years. S/o late Charles & Dora (nee Herring) Kemmerling Employed as a building and grounds supervisor at Indiantown Gap for the lieutenant governor's mansion. Army veteran of the Vietnam War. Survivors: Son Brian Kemmerling, Schuylkill Haven Son Keith Kemmerling, Pine Grove Daughter Sharon Hummel, Tremont Daughter Trudi Strubhar, Pine Grove Brother Theodore Kemmerling, Pine Grove Brother Kurt Kemmerling Sr., Pine Grove Sister Eva Zimmerman, Pine Grove Sister Doris Bohler, Pine Grove Sister Olive Charles, Newark DE 4 grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brothers Harvey Kemmerling, Daniel Kemmerling and Roy Kemmerling Sister Ina Zerbe Burial: location is not listed. Aug 7, 2001 Mary C. (nee Zinn) Hilton, age 82 b. Dec 5, 1918 Harrisbug, Dauphin Co. PA d. Aug 6, 2001 Cornwall Manor, Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late D. Ray Wenger, who died in 1977 w/o Charles H. Hilton d/o late Percy & Lillian (nee Mehaffie) Zinn credit manager for Montgomery Ward in Lebanon Manager for Spiegel Inc, Lebanon & Annville Graduate, 1936 John Harris H. S. Member, Fairland Brethren in Christ Church, Cleona Survivors: Son D. Ray Wenger Jr., Yardville NJ Child Carlin L. Wenger, Harrisburg Son John Hilton, Manheim Son Charles H. Hilton Jr., Manheim Daughter Miriam, w/o D. Ray Wenger, Yardville, NJ Son Dell Hilton, Lebanon Daughter Claudette, w/o Lenwood Williams, Lebanon 8 grandchildren 6 great-grandchildren burial: Fairland Brethren in Christ Cemetery, Cleona, Lebanon Co. PA Aug 7, 2001 Ruth V. (nee Habecker) Hocker, age 86 b. date not listed Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA d. Aug 5, 2001 Hershey PA w/o Malcolm L. Hocker d/o late John & Sadie (nee Gipe) Habecker Graduate of Hershey H. S. Retired secretary for Hershey Foods Insurance Dept. Member, First United Methodist Church, Hershey and its Senior Adult Sunday school class. Member, Women's Circle No. 2 Member, Hershey Chapter 509 Order of the Eastern Star Member, Derry Township Mohler Senior Center. Avid reader and enjoyed gardening, traveling and needlework. Survivors: Daughter Elizabeth A. Argust, Willingboro NJ Daughter Carolyn F. Beck, Manalapan, NJ Son Robert M. Hocker, Hershey Son Brian J. Hocker, Womelsdorf Brother Clyde Habecker, Annville Sister Verna Jean Hoover, Harrisburg 13 grandchildren 23 great-grandchildren burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, N.Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 7, 2001 Helen R. (nee Rudnick) Caplan, age 92 b. Oct 8, 1909 Williamstown, Mass. d. Aug 5, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co.PA w/o late Hyman S. Caplan d/o late Morris & Peshcha (nee Shapiro) Rudnick member, Congregation Beth Israel, where she was a member of the Sister hood and Hadassah Graduate 1930, Simmons College in Boston, Mass. Survivors: Son Perry Caplan, York Son Eli Caplan, Lebanon Daughter Jolle, w/o Martin Margolis, Wellsville 3 grandchildren She was preceded in death by 10 brothers and sisters. "Pallbears: Fred Wolfson, Joseph Clark, Sloan Caplan, Anna Margolis, Daniel Margolis, George Kipp, Perry Caplanand Jolle Margois" Burial: Beth Israel Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Aug 7, 2001 Charles S. Farver-Apgar, age 98 b. Aug 6, 1902 Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co. PA d. Jul 30, 2001 Elizabethtown, Lancaster Co. PA h/o Martha A. Farver-Apgar, w/whom he would have celebrated 20 years on Dec 19, 2001 h/o late Bessie (nee Dickerson) Apgar, who died in 1980. S/o late Charles & Albertine J. (nee Lippincoltt) Apgar. Earned Ph.D at the University of Pittsburgh Professor and chairman of the department of biology at Elizabettown College for 1945 Ð 1967. Instructor at the University of Pittsburgh, Research Fellow at Wistar Institute Photographer for PA Game Commission Assistant chief of education at Cornell University School of Medicine Assistant quartermaster at Indiantown Gap Military Reservation. 1 of 13 people to receive a Centennial Award from Elizabethtown College on Feb 2, 2000, Founders' Day. He received the Centennial Medal for major contributions to the college. As chairman of the department of biology, he enriched the curriculum and facilities increasing courses from 9 to 16 enabling students to begin being accepted into first Ð class medical shools and graduate schools. He was one of the first faculty members with a doctoral degree. Preceded in death by: Brother David Apgar Burial: location is not listed. Aug 7, 2001 Robert J. Reb, age 78 b. Jul 30, 1923 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 3, 2001 Lebanon PA h/o late Sylvia (nee Corl) Reb s/o late Michael & Barbara (nee Karli) Reb. Employed as a crane operator at Bethlehem Steel Corp. Army veteran of WW2. Survivors: Brother Jacob Reb, Lebanon Brother Henry Reb, Lebanon Brother Gene Reb, Lebanon Step-dau Ruth Benner, York Step-dau Susan Serano, Fayettesville NC 3 granddaughters burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 8, 2001 Shannon Lee Marks, age unknown b. Feb 25, 1980 Camp Hill, Cumberland Co. PA d. Aug 6, 2001 Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co. PA d/o Gregrey A. Marks d/o Rachelle Marks "fell to the ground as she tried to climb a 3rd floor window in her center-city Philadelphia apartment onto the roof of an adjacent building" waitress and student Graduate, 1998, Palmyra High School Enjoyed art, drawing and painting Enrolled to begin fall semester, University of PA Tyler School of the Arts Survivors: Maternal Grandmother Ester Fish, Enola Maternal Grandfather Robert Fish, Reston Va Paternal Grandparents James & Cynthia (nee Kramer) Marks, Etters Several aunts, uncles, cousins Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 8, 2001 Kathryn E. (nee Nagle) Stoudt, age 76 b. Aug 31, 1924 Newmanstown, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 7, 2001 Newmanstown PA w/o late Frederick N. Stoudt, who died Oct 27, 1988. D/o late John & Sallie (nee Evans) Nagle Dietary worker, 10 years, Wernersville State Hospital, retired 1990. Survivors: Daughter Carolyn, w/o Kenneth Umberger, Womelsdorf Daughter Sandra, w/o Robert Gipe, Lebanon Daughter Teri, w/o Robert Rittle, Richland Six grandchildren Four great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Daughter Evelyn Wolfe, 1960 Grandson Edward David Wolfe, 1960 Granddaughter Betsy Umberger, 1993 Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 8, 2001 Thomas E. Atkins, age 75 b. Aug 11, 1925 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 4, 2001 Cornelius, Oregon h/o Jean Grace (nee Flocken) Atkins, a Lebanon native to whom he was married 54 years, Jan 2001. Parents are not listed. Graduate, 1943, Lebanon High School President of his senior class. Navigator, Army Air Corp. during WW2 Graduate, Catawba College, Salisbury NC Received Ph.D in Psychology, Penn State University Held positions w/ Veterans Administration, Gulfport Mississippi, and Lebanon, and w/ Child Guidance Clinic of Philadelphia 20 year Child Psychologist, Children's Hospital in Philadelphia, retired 1989. Pioneering work in identifying and helping children with learning problems. Helped found and maintain, Philadelphia Branch of the Orton Dyslexia Society Received, Hoopes Award, International Dyslexia Association in 1997. Active member, Friends of the Forest Grove Library, Forest Grove, Oregon Survivors: Son Karl, h/o Carol Atkins, Corelius, Oregon Son Thomas, h/o Terri Atkins, Cherry Hill, NJ Brother James R. Atkins, Lebanon Sister C. Elizabeth Burns, Louisville KY Five grandchildren Burial location is not listed. Aug 8, 2001 Richard A. Swineford, age 23 b. May 16, 1978 Lewisburg, PA d. Aug 7, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Erica N. (nee Barto) Swineford s/o Terry L. & Brenda K. (nee Snyder) Swineford Graduate, 1996, Middletown High School Graduate, 1999, Eastern College Member and Sunday school teacher, Annville United Methodist Church, serving as youth pastor. Member, Organized Parent Works Coached soccer at New Covenant Christian School Survivors: Daughter Faith Rebecca Swineford, Palmyra Twin Brother Ryan J., h/o Shanda Swineford, Middleburg Brother Shane A., h/o Valerie Swineford, Kreamer Sister Jennifer, w/o Scott Umstead, Paxtonville Paternal Grandmother Erma Swineford, Kreamer Maternal Grandparents Paul S. & Mary C. Snyder, Richfield Father & Mother -in-law Joseph & Becky Wisnieski, Philadelphia three nieces three nephews. Burial: Paxtonville Cemetery, Paxtonville, PA Aug 8, 2001 John Michewicz, age 67 b. Jan 2, 1934 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 6, 2001 Reading, Berks Co. PA w/o late Stanley & Stella (nee Wrobleski) Michewicz retired printer, former Terry Printing, Lebanon Survivors: Son Barry Hackman, Mechanicsburg Daughter Stella Michewicz, Virginia Sister Emily Sholly, Lebanon Several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Brother Charles Michewicz Twin Brother Stanley Michewicz Burial: location is not provided. Aug 8, 2001 Norman L. Marks, age 83 b. May 19, 1918 Bern Twp., Berks Co. PA d. Aug 7, 2001 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Catherine M. (nee Kline) Marks, 63 years, Apr 15, 2001. S/o late Franklin & Mary (nee Luckenbill) Marks Truck driver, 15 years, Continental Can, Reading, retired 1982 Member, Christ Lutheran Church, Stouchsburg Member, Myerstown Rod & Gun Club Member, R Field & Stream Club Member, Wild Turkey Federation Member, National Rifle Association Member, Keystone & Kutztown fire companies, Myerstown Member, Teamsters Local 429, Reading Survivors: Son Norman G., h/o Anita Marks, Myerstown Sister Mae, w/o Lloyd Fotergill, Houston TX Two grandchildren Five great-grandchildren Several nieces and nephews Burial: Christ Lutheran Church Cemetery, Stouchsburg, Berks Co. PA Aug 8, 2001 Robert W. Butler, age 66 b. Feb 6, 1935 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 5, 2001 West Chester, Chester Co. PA s/o late Charles C. & Catherine (nee Yake) Butler retired, U. S. Dept of Agriculture, where he worked as a librarian driver for the County of Lebanon Transportation Authority. Received Masters degree, Catholic University of America Member, Siddha Yoga Foundation Survivors: Son Charles J. Butler, Germantown MD Son J. William Butler, West Chester Son Robert W. Butler III, St. Paul MN Daughter Rita Pace, New York NY Brother Charles C. Butler Jr., Palmyra Brother Lawrence M. Butler, Palmyra Sister Isabel Plumb, Carlise Companion Dori Meredith Two grandchildren Preceded in death by: Son Robert W. Butler II Burial: location is not listed. Aug 8, 2001 Lillie E. (nee Darkes) Dubbs, age 88 b. Feb 19, 1913 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Aug 5, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Frank E. Dubbs d/o late Harry & Lillie (nee Miller) Darkes worked, Production line, Sterling Drug Co., Myerstown member, St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Hamlin survivors: Son Frank D., h/o Patricia Dubbs, Myerstown Brother Harry Darkes, Jonestown Sister Anna Anspach, Pine Grove Five grandchildren 12 great-grandchildren two great-great grandchildren burial: St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA Aug 8, 2001 Marian (nee Hershey) Witmer, age 87 b. Oct 18, 1913 Salisbury Twp., Lancaster Co. PA d. Aug 6, 2001 Campbelltown, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Aaron H. Witmer d/o late Clayton & Ella (nee Buckwalter) Hershey retired, Milton Hershey School food service dept. member, Palmyra Church of the Brethren and the Quilters Club Survivors: Son Robert Witmer, Fredericksburg Son Barry Witmer, Sacramento CA Daughter Joann L. Sechrist, Palmyra Brother Clair Hershey, Lancaster Sister Rhoda Metzler, Lititz Sister Ruth Denlinger, Ohio Seven grandchildren Seven great-grandchildren Burial: Hess Mennonite Cemetery, Penn Twp., Lancaster Co. PA Aug 8, 2001 Monroe M. Gibble, age 83 b. Mar 25, 1918 Rapho Twp., Lancaster Co. PA d. Aug 6, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Dorothy M. (nee Manbeck) Gibble, celebrated 63 years, Jun 18, 2001. S/o late Morris & Catherine (nee Moyer) Gibble Retired, former Lebanon Bethlehem Steel plant, die setter for the spike department After retirement, worked on a farm operated by daughter and son-in-law Member, Ono United Methodist Church, trustee and former Sunday school teacher Member, Mt. Olivet Lodge 704 Member, York Rite Bodies Life member, Ono Fire Co. For a number of years, caretaker of the Ono Cemetery Survivors: Son Lenwood M., h/o Bonnie H. Gibble, Ono Son Foster J., h/o Dawn Gibble, Visalia, CA Daughter Gail G., w/o Glenn Barnhart, Palmyra Seven grandchildren Two great-grandchildren Burial: Ono Cemetery, Ono, Lebanon Co. PA Aug 8, 2001 Mae P. (nee Stein) Davis, age 81 b. date not provided Bern Twp., Berks Co. PA d. Aug 7, 2001 Reading, Berks Co. PA w/o Basil A. Davis d/o late William & Ida B. (nee Kline) Stein member, Lebanon Valley Church of the Nazarene, Lebanon President, Church Missionary Society 40 year Sunday school teacher Past member, Church Board Graduate, 1939, Bethel High School First employed, Strausstown Shirt Factory Worked, many years as seamstress, Talbot's Knitting Mill, Reading, last worked 1985 Survivors: Brother Lee D. Stein, Bethel Twp. Sister Pearl Coppage, Bethel Twp. Sister Helen Daniels, Bethel Twp. Sister Jean Boyer, Schaeffertown Preceded in death by: Daughter Yvonne Kay Warfle, 1971 Burial: Strausstown Cemetery, Strausstown, PA Aug 9, 2001 Ray L. Yeakley, age 88 b. Aug 19, 1912 Jackson Twp., Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 8, 2001 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA h/o late Ruth E. (nee Brecht) Yeakley, who died Nov 24, 2000 s/o late George W. & Edna (nee Troutman) Yeakley patient/resident, ECC Health Care Center, Myerstown former resident, Evangelical Congregational Village-StoneRidge Village Campus, Myerstown mechanic, former R & J Runkel, Myerstown 1942, aircraft mechanic, former Olmsted Air Force Base, Middletown, reited 1976 member, Friedens Lutheran Church, Myerstown member, National Association of Retired Federal Workers lifetime member, Goodwill Fire Co, Myerstown enjoyed working with electrical items and making weather vanes. Survivors: Daughter Anita, w/o Norman G. Marks, Myerstown Son Gerald, h/o Masako Yeakley, Myerstown Six grandchildren 11 great-grandchildren several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Brothers John, Albert, Earl, Harold and Woodrow Yeakley Sister Mildred Feeg Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 9, 2001 Joseph M. Krizan, age 83 b. Oct 26, 1917 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 5, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o late Cecila M. (nee Maika) Krizan, who died in 1997. S/o late Joseph F. & Mary (nee Zednekovic) Krizan Patient, Hershey Medical Center Resident, Lebanon PA Retired, former Lebanon Steel Foundry Army Air Corps Veteran, WW2 Member, St. Benedict the Abbot Church, Lebanon Member, Lebanon American Legion Member, Lebanon VFW Member, Friendship Fire Co., South Lebanon Twp. Survivors: Son Gary M., h/o Susan Krizan, Lebanon Daughter Patricia J., w/o John R. Binner, Lebanon Daughter Shirley M. Binner, Lebanon Daughter Anita, w/o Chris Doney, Lebanon Brother John Krizan, Hamlin Brother Paul Krizan, Lebanon Sister Helen Zahurak, Lebanon Five grandchildren Five step-grandchildren Several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Brother Frank Krizan Sisters Mary Hubert and Ann Babe Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 9, 2001 Robert W. Butler, age 66 b. Feb 6, 1935 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 5, 2001 West Chester, PA s/o late Charles C. & Catherine (nee Yake) Butler retired librarian, U.S. Department of Agriculture driver, Lebanon Transportation Authority. Graduate, Master's degree, Catholic University of America Member, Sidha Yoga Foundation. Survivors: Son Charles J. Butler, Germantown MD Son Robert W. Butler III, St. Paul MN Daughter Rita Pace, New York City NY Brother Charles C. Butler Jr., Palmyra Brother Lawrence M. Butler, Palmyra Brother J. William Butler, West Chester PA Sister Isabel Plumb, Carlisle Companion Dori Meredith Two grandchildren Preceded in death by: Son Robert W. Butler II Burial: location is not listed. Aug 10, 2001 Jean L. Fisher, age 45 b. Jun 6, 1956 Lebanon, Lebanon Co.PA d. Aug 8, 2001 Hershey Medical Center, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA d/o Betty J. Heim & the late Francis Fisher employed, Henry Molded Products, Lebanon Survivors: Life companion of 23 years Dixie Rich Dixie's Son (she helped raise) Kyle Rich, Lebanon Dixie's Son (she helped raise) John Rich, Lebanon Brother Donald Fisher, Port Jervis NY Brother Timothy Fisher, Lebanon Brother David Fisher, Lebanon Brother Kenneth Fisher, Rexmont Sister Penelope Brown, Lebanon Sister Judy Etzweiler, Lebanon Sister Kathryn Reddinger, Lebanon Sister Joan Fisher, Lebanon Sister Terry Bender, Manheim And her siblings families Preceded in death by: Brother Richard Fisher Sister Kelly Dunkleberger Burial: location is not listed. Aug 10, 2001 Kathleen F. (nee Fox) Gage, age 51 b. Sep 23, 1949 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 8, 2001 Hershey Medical Center, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o Donald D. Gage, to whom she was married one year, March 2001. D/o Irene E. Kreider Fox & the late George H. Fox. Graduate, 1967, Cedar Crest High School, Lebanon Bachelor's degree, 1971, Shippensburg College Graduate degree, University of Pittsburgh Order entry specialist, Mann Edge Tool Co., Lewistown Hospital volunteer in her hometown hospital. Active member of Evangelical Lutheran church, Reedsville, where she served on multiple committees & on church council. She sang in the choir. Survivors: Daughter Kristen Gilbert, Carol Stream IL Son Kenneth Kleinfelter, Milroy Sister Arbelyn Habig, Watkins Glen, NY Sister Marilyn E., w/o Michael P. Hollis, Lebanon Two grandchildren Number of nieces & nephews Preceded in death by: Daughter Audrey K. Kleinfelter Burial: Iona "Fairview" Cemetery, Iona, Lebanon Co. PA Aug 10, 2001 James B. Slyman, age 67 b. Jan 19, 1934 Brooklyn NY d. Aug 9, 2001 Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Dorothy M. (nee Chisnall) Slyman s/o late Lawrence & Mary (nee Malone) Slyman retired production control manager, Hauck Manufacturing Co., Cleona, 45 years. Bartender, Friendship Fire Co. & Quality Inn for several years. Honorary life member, Knights of Columbus Member, Friendship Fire Co. Member, Navy Club Army Veteran Survivors: Daughter Kathleen, w/o Noel Ruiz, Lebanon Daughter Karen Stief, Lebanon Son J. Kevin, h/o Donna Slyman, Bloomsburg Daughter Kelly, w/o James Malandra, Reading Sister Rose Zimmer, Erie, PA Sister Patsy Murphy, Massachusetts Brother Martin Slyman, Somerset NJ Brother George Slyman, New Ipswich NH Brother Peter Slyman, Howard Beach NY Brother Paul Slyman, Hampton CT Brother Kevin Slyman, Willimantic CT Nine grandchildren Several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Brother Lawrence Slyman Sister Margaret Caler Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N. Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 10, 2001 Eva G. (nee Wagner) Edwards, age 64 b. Dec 24, 1936 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 8, 2001 Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Robert J. Edwards, married 38 years, May 18, 2001. D/o late Amos & Grace (nee Boeshore) Wagner Self-employed saleswoman, Avon Products Volunteer, Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon Volunteer, Hyman S. Caplan Pavilion Survivors: Son Scott A. Edwards, West Orange NJ Daughter Grace, w/o Jett Conrad, Lebanon Sister Edna Rauch, Lebanon Sister Erla Kettering, McLean VA Sister Esther Ober, Manheim Brother Paul Wagner, Charlotte NC Several nieces and nephews. Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 10, 2001 Landis A. Frantz, age 77 b. Sep 5, 1923 Washington Twp., Schuylkill Co. PA d. Aug 8, 2001 Manor-Care Nursing Home, Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA h/o Mary (nee Smith) Frantz, married 56 years. S/o late Foster & Elizabeth (nee Herring) Frantz Graduate, 1941, Pine Grove High School Employed as Superintendent, C. W. Good & J. R. Bazley, on projects as I-78, I-81, & I-80. In 1968, began with A & R Corp, until his retirement, then did farming. Member, Hetzel's United Church of Christ Church, Pine Grove Army Air Force Veteran of WW2, whre he had a tour of duty in Normandy, northern France And the Rhineland. Received, Air Medal with four bronze oak leaf clusters Received, Good Conduct Medal Served as a belly gunner, B-17 Flying Fortress in the 387th Bomb Group, where he was honorably discharged after he flew 30 missions between July 31 & Dec 6, 1944. On what would have been his 35th mission, the remainder of the his squadron was shot down over Germany, none survived. Survivors: Son Larry L. Frantz, Pine Grove Son Craig Frantz, Pine Grove Daughter Debra Newswanger, Pine Grove Brother Lemoyne Frantz, Pine Grove Sister Naomi Nagle, Auburn Eight grandchildren Two great-grandsons Preceded in death by: Grandson Lane Frantz Brothers Ira Frantz & Russell Frantz Sisters Mary Fegley & Beulah M. Hummel Burial: Suedburg Church of God Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA Aug 11, 2001 John H. Cramer Jr., age 79 b. Feb 23, 1922 West Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 10, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Mabel E. (nee Zoll) Cramer, married 56 years. S/o late John H. & Susan (nee O'Donnell) Cramer Patient/resident, Manor-Care Health Services, Lebanon Resident, West Lebanon Twp, Lebanon Co. Cook, Lebanon VA Medical Center, Lebanon, 32 years. Army Veteran, WW2 Member, St. Luke's United Methodist Church, West Lebanon Member, Lebanon VFW. Survivors: Daughter Barbara L. Cramer, Sterling VA Son Larry E. Cramer, York Haven Two grandchildren Three great-grandchildren Nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Infant Son John H. Cramer III Burial: Ebenezer "Greenwood" Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 11, 2001 Gloria H. (nee Daubert) Felty, age 65 b. Jan 20, 1936 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Aug 9, 2001 Hegins Twp., Schuylkill Co. PA w/o late Lester O. Felty Sr., who died Aug 13, 1994. D/o Clifford Dauber and the late Erma (nee Aungst) Daubert Proprietor, Felty's Diner, Hegins, PA Member, Tremont Senior Citizens, Tremont PA Member, St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Ravine PA Survivors: Daughter Cheryl Straub, Hegins Daughter Bonnie Felty, Atlantic City Daughter Pamela Felty, Reading Son Lester Felty Jr., Hegins Son Robert Felty Sr., Hegins Five grandchildren Two step-grandchildren Sister Carol Allison, Texas Sister Patricia Kintzel, Harrisburg Preceded in death by: Twin sons John and Joseph Felty Sister Joan Fritz Burial: St. Paul's Reformed Cemetery, Ravine, Schuylkill Co. PA Aug 11, 2001 Pauline Y. (nee Yeager) Richie, age 86 b. Jul 6, 1915 Enola, Lancaster Co. PA d. Aug 9, 2001 Camp Hill, Cumberland Co. PA w/o late Edward P. Richie, who died Oct 27, 1992. D/o late Mr. & Mrs. Guy Yeager Patient, Holy Spirit Hospital, Camp Hill PA Resident, Homeland Center, Harrisburg Former resident, Haddonfield NJ Retired teacher and high school librarian, Collingswood High School, NJ Teacher and high school librarian, Swedesboro High School, NJ Graduate, Hummelstown High School Graduate, Lebanon Valley College, Annville Graduate, Drexel Univeristy, Philadelphia Member, Arch Street Presbyterian Church, Philadelphia Member, New Jersey Education Association. Survivors: Sister Audry Y. Baker, Harrisburg Sister Mary L. Yeager, Hummelstown A niece A nephew Burial: Tioga Point Cemetery, Athens Bradford Co. PA Aug 12, 2001 Earl B. Weidler, age 76 b. Sep 28, 1924 Manheim Twp., Lancaster Co. PA d. Aug 10, 2001 West Reading Twp., Berks Co. PA h/o Elva K. (nee Butzer), married 53 years February 2001 s/o late R. Guy & Clare (nee Buckwalter) Weidler patient, Manor Care Health Services, West Reading formerly, Annville PA self-employed dairy farmer, 46 years, South Annville Twp. Former township supervisor Graduate, 1942, Rothsville High School, member of basketball team Member, Salem United Church of Christ, Campbelltown, deacon, elder, former Sunday school teacher, Consistory, church's cemetery board. Survivors: Son Dennis L. Weidler, York Daughter Bonita L., w/o Leon R. Boyer, Richland Daughter Shirley W., w/o Ralph H. Harner, Sinking Spring Daughter Judy L., w/o Douglas Brown, Montrose, CO Brother Paul Weidler, Elizabethtown Brother Herbert Weidler, Lititz Seven grandchildren Preceded in death by: Sister Miriam Nelson Burial: Heller's Church Cemetery, Leola, Lancaster Co. PA Aug 12, 2001 Mary E. (nee Hallman) Brandt, age 96 b. Oct 20, 1904 Elizabethtown, Lancaster Co. PA d. Aug 10, 2001 Elizabethtown PA w/o late Lester G. Brandt d/o late William & Mary (nee Alwein) Hallman resident, Masonic Homes in Elizabethtown worked, Hershey Foods Corp in the Tea House CafŽ, factory and Hershey Estates worked, Campbelltown Post Office retired, Palmyra School District member, Salem United Church of Christ member, White Shrine, Harrisburg member, Board of Rainbow Girls member, Campbelltown Fire Co. Auxiliary. Survivors: Son Lester G. Brandt Jr., Lebanon Daughter Patricia A. Brandt, Campbelltown Daughter Mary Ellen Brown, Reading Four grandchildren Five great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Two brothers and a sister. Burial: Salem United Church of Christ Cemetery, Campbelltown, Lebanon Co. PA Aug 13, 2001 Laura S. (nee Gassert) Wolfe, age 87 b. Dec 31, 1913 Marion Twp., Berks Co. PA d. Aug 12, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Paul S. "Wolf", who died in 1970. D/o late David & Mabel (nee Reedy) Gassert Patient, Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon Resident of Cedar Haven Nursing Home, Lebanon Former resident, Little Kutztown Worked many years, Mafaffey's Food Products, Myerstown Member, Tulpehocken United Church of Christ, Richland Member, Golden Ages of Myerstown Member, RSVP Member, Goodwill and Keystone Fire Companies, Myerstown Member, Mt. Aetna Fire Co. Volunteer, many years, Good Samaritan Hospital Volunteer, Cedar Haven Enjoyed quilting, fishing and spending time with her grandchildren Survivors: Son Robert Wolfe, Country Club Hills, Illinois Son George Wolfe, Myerstown Son Charles Wolfe, Huntington Valley Daughter LouAnn, w/o Frankin Wolfe Sr., Myerstown Daughter Dorothy, w/o Robert Blatt, Newmanstown Daughter Sandra, w/o Richard Bordlemay, Lebanon Brother Russell Gassert, Bernville 17 grandchildren 17 great-grandchildren several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Sisters Pearl Billman & Mary Weik. Burial: Tulpehocken United Church of Christ Cemetery, Richland, PA Aug 13, 2001 Roberta E. (nee Stutzman) Shirk, age 83 b. May 21, 1918 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 12, 2001 North Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Irvin George Shirk d/o late Guy L. & Jenny A. (nee Speece) Stutzman resident, Lebanon Valley Brethren Home, North Londonderry Twp. Retired, W. L. Kreider Shoe Co. Member, Campbelltown United Methodist Church Charter member, VFW Post 6417 Ladies Auxilary Survivors: Son Barry L. Shirk, Palmyra Son Robert F. Shirk, Tampa, FL Daughter Roberta, w/o Ray E. Bright , Palmyra Sister Patricia, w/o Robert Allison, Ono Sister Kathleen Baily, Mt Joy Six grandchildren Five great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brother Ronald Stutzman Sisters Virginia Linebaugh and Margaret Donough Burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, North Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 14, 2001 June G. Dale, age 86 b. Jun 26, 1915 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 11, 2001 Carlise, PA w/o late William Stokes Dale parents are not listed. Retired, Dept of Labor and Industry Member, Ridgway Community Church, Harrisburg She and her late husband, owned the former A.R. Boat Mart, Steelton Survivors: Son William G. Dale, Harrisburg Daughter Jeanne Brown, Harrisburg Two grandchildren A great-grandchild Burial: Cremation. Spring Creek Church of the Brethren, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA Aug 14, 2001 Walter F. Miller, age 83 b. Dec 14, 1937 Lancaster Co. PA d. Aug 11, 2001 Stouchsburg, Lancaster Co. PA s/o Coredlia H. (nee Frederick) Miller and the late Walter K. Miller formerly employed as a brick-layer. Survivors: Daughter Beverly, w/o Charles Rutter, Schaefferstown Son Terry Miller, Kleinfeltersville Son Corbitt Miller, Richland Sister Betty Hackman, Ephrata Sister Shirley Rauser, Akron PA Brother Roy Frederick , Denver PA Brother Franklin Miller, Stevens Brother Paul Miller, Kleinfeltersville Four grandchildren Burial: Muddy Creek Lutheran Cemetery, Denver, Lancaster Co. PA Aug 14, 2001 Cariella A. (nee Rothermel) Brunn, age 83 b. Apr 8, 1918 Womelsdorf, Berks Co. PA d. Aug 13, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Joseph Frazier w/o late Mathias Brunn d/o late William D. & Ninnea B. (nee Oxenreider) Rothermel member, Messiah Lutheran Church, Lebanon Survivors: Son Rev. Joseph Frazier, Los Angeles, CA Son William Frazier, Vancouver, British Columbia Daughter Sandra, w/o Frank Lardani, Avalon NJ Daughter Ann, w/o Gery Ellinger, Cornwall Daughter Carol Ramage, w/o Lee Leszczynski, Sierra Vista AZ Daughter Suzanne Brossman Simons, Wyomissing Brother William Rothermel, Lebanon 19 grandchildren 27 great-grandchildren a great-great grandson numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Son James Frazier Burial: Quentin Cemetery, Quentin, Lebanon Co. PA Aug 14, 2001 Isabel G. "Issy" (nee Byrt ) Knox, age 92 b. Feb 10, 1909 Fort Wayne, Indiana d. Aug 10, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Floris "Colonel" Knox, who died June 27, 1992. D/o late Charles Arthur & Jennie A. (nee Patterson) Byrt) Graduate, 1929, Galveston High School, Galveston, Indiana Member, Hardinville United Church, Illinois Hobbies: gardening, canning, baking, crocheting and making afghans. Survivors: Several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Sisters Jeannette Byrt, Nelma Metzner and Naomi Hoffman Brother Arthur Byrt Burial: Lawrenceville City Cemtery, Lawrenceville, Illinois Aug 14, 2001 Lloyd E. Hetrick, age 78 b. Oct 4, 1922 Mt. Sterling, IL d. Aug 12, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Dorothy M. (nee Stober) Hetrick, w/whom he would have celebrated 56 years, Saturday, Aug 18, 2001 s/o late Michael & Eva (nee Gibson) Hetrick Poultry Inspector, U. S. Department of Agriculture Navy Veteran of WW2 Graduate, Macomb High School, Macomb IL Member, Christ Church United Church of Christ, Annville Member, Annville American Legion Member, Annville VFW Member, Annville Union Hose Fire Co. Member, National Association of Retired Federal Employess Past President& former member, Annville-Cleona Lions Club Survivors: Daughter Cheryl, w/o Thomas Fancovic, Lincoln DE Daughter Susan, w/o D. Craig Flory, Palmyra Three grandchildren Four great-grandchildren He was the last of his immediate family. Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 14, 2001 Allen J. Kern, age 82 b. Sep 17, 1918 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 13, 2001 Cedar Haven, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Jacob S. & Laura (nee Clements) Kern. Army Veteran of WW2, having served in the Pacific. Retired, maintenance department, Lebanon Municipal Building, Lebanon Member, Salem Lutheran Church, Lebanon Member, Lebanon Optimist Club Survivors: Sister Miriam P. Kern, Lebanon An uncle Several cousins Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 14, 2001 Margaret (nee Greenwald) Woodland, age 75 b. Sep 21, 1925 Philadelphia PA d. Aug 11, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Karl M. Woodland d/o late John & Elizabeth (nee Graefelner) Greenwald worked, mail order dept, Sears in Philadelphia for years. Graduate, Mastbaum High School Survivors: Daughter Denna, w/o Michael Langello, Lebanon Four granddaughters Preceded in death by: Son Wayne Woodland Burial: no location is listed. Aug 15, 2001 Cariella A. (nee Rothermel) Brunn, age 83 b. Apr 8, 1918 Womelsdorf, Berks Co. PA d. Aug 13, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Joseph Frazier w/o late Mathias Brunn d/o late William D. & Ninnea B. (nee Oxenreider) Rothermel resident, Spang Crest Manor, Lebanon member, Messiah Lutheran Church, Lebanon Survivors: Son Rev. Joseph Frazier, Los Angeles, CA Son William Frazier, Vancouver, British Columbia Daughter Sandra, w/o Frank Lardani, Avalon NJ Daughter Ann, w/o Gery Ellinger, Cornwall Daughter Carol Ramage, w/o Lee Leszczynski, Sierra Vista AZ Daughter Patricia, w/o Camille Moreno, Sierra Vista AZ Daughter Suzanne Brossman Simons, Wyomissing Brother William Rothermel, Lebanon 19 grandchildren 27 great-grandchildren a great-great grandson numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Son James Frazier Burial: Quentin Cemetery, Quentin, Lebanon Co. PA Aug 15, 2001 Alta Z. (nee Burkholder) Zimmerman, age 80 b. date not listed Earl Twp, Lancaster Co. PA d. Aug 11, 2001 Ephrata, Lancaster Co. PA w/o late Isaac N. Zimmerman, who died 1982. D/o late Noah W. & Elizabeth Z. (nee Zimmerman) Burkholder Homemaker Member, Groffdale Mennonite Church, Weaverland conference Survivors: Son Lloyd B., h/o Verna (Musser) Zimmerman, Danville Son Mervin B., h/o Judy (Habecker) Zimmerman, Denver PA Son Leroy B., h/o Cynthia Zimmerman, Lititz Son Raymond B., h/o Vera (Nolt) Zimmerman, Blain Son Elvin B., h/o Marian (Martin) Zimmerman, Leola Daughter Elizabeth, w/o Edwin Horst, Carlise Daughter Vera, w/o Willis S. Brubaker, Carlise Daughter Katie Mae, w/o Sidney G. Nolt, Richland Daughter Ellen, w/o Raymond Weaver, Annville 59 grandchildren 45 great-grandchildren brother Aaron B., h/o Esther Burkholder, Ephrata brother Elvin B., h/o Ruth Burkholder, Ephrata brother Noah B., h/o Annie Burkholder, Richland brother David B., h/o Grace Burkholder, New Holland brother Ivan B., h/o Irene Burkholder, Akron PA brother Harvey B., h/o Jeannette Burkholdr, Reinholds brother Norman B. Burkholder, Leola sister Anna, w/o Eli Horst, Leola sister Mary, w/o Melvin Martin, Richland sister Ada, w/o Norman Snyder, Hinkletown sister Edna, w/o Noah Weaver, Manheim sister Lena, w/o Paul Zimmerman, Ephrata sister Ella, w/o Raymond Hurst, Ephrata sister Etta, w/o Edwin Martin, Holtwood Sister-in-law Nora Zimmerman, Ephrata (with whom she lived) Preceded in death by: Sister Elizabeth Martin Burial: Groffdale Old Order Mennonite Church Cemetery, Leola, Lancaster Co. PA Aug 15, 2001 Kathleen Fay (nee Heffner) Hass, age 42 b. Dec 29, 1958 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 12, 2001 Boone, North Carolina w/o Barry Hass d/o Fay (nee Young) Heffner and the late Thomas D. Heffner II. patient, Watauga Medical Center, Boone NC resident, Creston NC member, Big Laurel Church of Christ in Christian Union, where she was a Sunday school teacher. Secretary Charter member, Riverview Lions Club She was Lion of the Year. Member & secretary, North Carolina Rabbit Breeders Association Active member, Riverview Community Center. Survivors: Son Michael Hass, Boone NC Son Jason Hass, Creston NC Daughter Sarah L. Hass, Creston NC Brother Thomas D. Heffner III, Richland Sister Gail Showers, Rexmont Several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Aug 15, 2001 Eugene J. "Butch" Meisner, Jr., age 44 b. Dec 17, 1956 Pleasant PA d. Aug 9, 2001 Houston TX h/o Susan (nee Fredlund) Meisner s/o Eugene J. & Mary (nee Melovidov) Meisner patient, Park Plaza Hosptial, Houston TX, brief illness former resident, Hershey Graduate, 1974, Hershey High School Graduate, 1979, Penn State University, degree, Petroleum Engineering Evaluations Engineering Advisor, Plans Resources, Houston TX Attended, St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, Hershey, while living in Hershey Avid golfer. Survivors: Brother John Meisner, Gettysburg Sister Debbie Meisner, Albuquerque NM Sister Beverly Tuck, Margate NJ Burial: Hershey Cemetery, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA Aug 16, 2001 Robert K. Miller, age 84 b. May 9, 1917 Franklin Co. PA d. Aug 15, 2001 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Mary M. (nee Wert) Miller, w/whom he was married 62 years, Jun 25, 2001. S/o late Harry & Ruth (nee Brake) Miller Minister in the Mennonite Church Pastored the following: Dohner's Schubert, New Haven and Providence churches. 62 year farmer in McGillstown number of years operated a produce stand Member, Providence Mennonite Church Survivors: Son Timothy W. Miller, Hershey Daughter Judith L., w/o William Houser, Hershey Daughter Rosemary F., w/o Dale Stratton, Colorado Springs CO Brother Frank Miller, North Canton, OH Sister Louise Heim, Mt. Joy 13 grandchildren eight grandchildren Preceded in death by: Son Thomas I. Miller Burial: Dohner's Mennonite Church Cemetery, North Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 16, 2001 Jennie T. (nee Pavone) Iacavone, age 78 b. Jun 21, 1923 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA d. Aug 14, 2001 Frey Village, Middletown, Dauphin Co. PA w/o Dominic L. Iacavone d/o late Carmine & Julia (nee Rastelli) Pavone retired personnel superivor, Kmart & W. T. Grant, Hummelstown member, St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, Hershey former member, Rosary Society former member, Areba Club enjoyed sewing and doing arts and crafts. Survivors: Son John M. Iacavone, Hershey Son Dominic L. Iacavone Jr., New Oxford Daughter Barbara A. O'Toole, Hershey Daughter Elizabeth M. Karnes, Elizabethtown Sister Mary Colinaro, Hershey Sister Marian Memmi, Hershey Sister Nanetta Bucciarelli, Hershey Sister Rose DiVittore, Hershey Brother Dominic Pavone, Hershey 10 grandchildren a great-grandchild burial: Hershey Cemetery, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA Aug 16, 2001 Elsie J. (nee Gozzi) J. Marino, age 87 b. Oct 3, 1913 Bourne, Massachusetts d. Aug 12, 2001 Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late John J. Marino d/o late Vincent & Theresa (nee Poggi) Gozzi homemaker worshipped Catholic Faith. Survivors: Son John, h/o of Jean Marino, Lebanon Son Robert A. Marino, Ohio Sister Alice Villa, Wellesley, Massachusetts Seven grandchildren 10 great-grandchildren burial: St. Mary's Cemetery, Needham Twp., Norfolk Co. MA Aug 16, 2001 William J. Marchant, age 39 b. Jun 14, 1962 Hialeah, Florida d. Aug 14, 2001 Etters, PA h/o Bridgitte R. (nee Adams) Marchant s/o John W. & Margaret M. (nee House) Marchant formerly of Cleona and Sebring FL former PA Air National Guardsman worked as an engineering assistant at Tyco Inc. Survivors: Daughter Rhiannon R. Marchant, Annville Daughter Brittany M. Marchant, Etters Brother Gordon Marchant, W. Palm Beach FL Sister Michelle, w/o Russell Percy, Sebring FL Sister Valerie, w/o Earl Hendry, Sebring FL Three nieces A nephew Preceded in death by: Sister Dorothy Marchant Burial: location is not listed. Aug 16, 2001 Charles W. "Chuck" Tolley, age 64 b. date not listed Lynchburg VA d. Aug 15, 2001 Lititiz, Lancaster Co. PA h/o Mary M. (nee Malin) Tolley s/o late Louise (nee Dunn) Tolley and the late Lucien Tolley owned/operated Tolley's Mechanical Contractor, Lititz 1973 until retirement Nov 2000. Worked, mechanical contracting since he was 18 years old. Served eight years, Virginia National Guard, 29th Division, 116th Infantry Member, First Baptist Church, Lebanon Former Sunday school teacher and superintendent. Previous 23 year member, Grace Fellowship Church, Ephrata, deacon & Sunday school teacher Survivors: Son C. Douglas, h/o Debra (nee Daub) Tolley, Lititz Daughter Cristel R., w/o Luke Witman, Manheim Daughter Melanie G., w/o Todd Petticoffer, Manheim Daughter Shannon D. Tolley, Baltimore MD Half-sister Kathleen, w/o Andrew Reynolds, Rustburg VA Eight grandchildren Preceded in death by: Two sisters Lois Tolley and Loretta Duff Half-sister Della Moore. Burial: Graybills Cemetery, Elm, Lancaster Co. PA Aug 16, 2001 Dorothy Irene (nee Heiser) Thomasco, age 86 b. Sep 11 1914 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 15, 2001 Lebanon PA w/o late John B. Thomasco Jr. d/o late John & Olive (nee Allwein) Heiser Graduate, Lebanon H. S. Graduate, Lebanon Valley College Retired school teacher, Lebanon School District Taught at Northwest Elementary School Member, Zion Lutheran Church Active in the Alter Guild Survivors: Son John J., h/o Colleen Thomasco, Lebanon Son Ronald F. Thomasco, Lebanon Daughter Donna I., w/o Neil R. Kinsey, Manheim Brother Mark Heiser, Annville Six grandchildren A great-grandson Preceded in death by: Grandson John J. Thomasco Jr. Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, N. Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 16, 2001 Richard L. Neenan, age 84 b. Feb 12, 1917 Kansas City MO d. Aug 14, 2001 Holy Spirit Hospital, city location not named. H/o Norma Neenan S/o late Emmet J. & Mary Helen (nee Liebst) Neenan First Owner/operator of a McDonald's in Harrisburg Area. Graduate, St. Louis Univer Member, Phi Sigma Eta Fraternity Graduate, U. S. Naval Communications School of Harvard University Navy Veteran of WW2. Member, Holy Family Catholic Church An eucharistic president and district governor of Serra Club, Harrisburg Member, Knights of Columbus Member, Susquehanna Twp. Lions Club Member, Holy Family Church 80 plus Club Member, Bellevue Park Community Association Judge of Elections Ambassador, Friendship Force of Harrsiburg Member, Mt. Mercy College Heritage Club Co-Founders of Irish Heritage Society of Harrisburg Past president of PA Restaurant Association. Survivors: Son Richard Neenan Jr., Carlise Daughter Ann Crist, Harrisburg Daughter Doris Ulsh, Harrisburg Daughter Robin Stuart, Harrisburg Daughter Mary Jane Neenan, Cornwall Daughter Audrie Neenan, New York Brother Tom Neenan, Center Point IA Brother Rev. Robert Neenan, S.J. of Wauwatosa Wisconsin Sister Alice Schuler, Des Moines IA Sister Sister Mary Helen, O.P. of Sinsinawa, Wisconsin 12 grandchildren 18 great-grandchildren burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 17, 2001 Martha L. (nee Lileck) Early, age 62 b. Sep 17, 1938 Bled Feldes, Yugoslavia d. Aug 15, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o Harold H. Early d/o late Vikter & Wilman (nee Stermansky) Lileck patient, Hershey Medical Center, Hershey PA resident, Palmyra PA employed, Hershey Foods Corp member, Chocolate Worker's Union Local 464 enjoyed her grandchildren, reading and sewing. Survivors: Son Joseph H. Early, Palmyra Son Kenneth H. Early, Palmyra Son Robert I. Early, Palmyra Brother Victor Lilek, Pottsville Sister Hermine Reid, Mechanicsburg Sister Josephine Wagner, Lancaster Sister Mary Felty, Brandon FL Six grandchildren Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 17, 2001 Harvey P. Heagy, age 72 b. Jan 8, 1929 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 15, 2001 Lebanon PA h/o Edith (nee Ernst) Heagy, would have been married 53 years, Sep 2001. S/o late George W. & Margaret (nee Wolfe) Heagy. Patient, Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon PA Resident, Lebanon PA Retired roving foreman, Met-Ed & GPU, 1989 after 41 years. After retirement, worked Ebenzer Union Canal restoration committee to rebuild Lions Lake in N.Lebanon Twp. Served six years, N.Lebanon Twp. Parks and Recreation Board. Member, American Legion Post 72, Palmyra Served three years, Army Air Corp during WW2 with occupational forces in Germany Served two years, Army Signal Corps during the Korean War. Served six years, "165" Military Police Battalion with the PA National Guard. Survivors: Son Dennis Heagy, Cornwall Son Bruce Heagy, Cornwall Daughter Monika Stahley, South Lebanon Daughter Lori Goodner, North Lebanon Aug 17, 2001 Richard W. Watson, age 71 b. Nov 27, 1929 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA d. Aug 15, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA no parents listed. No spouse listed. Self-employed Survivors: Son John R. Watson, Lebanon Daughter Bonnie L., h/o Raymond Wagner, Lebanon Daughter Cheryl A., w/o Tracy McLaughlin, Lebanon 12 grandchildren four great-grandchildren resided with friends Larry & Catherine Nauman for nine years. Preceded in death by: Brothers Carl Watson & Vincent Laudermilch Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 18, 2001 Robert B. Payne, age 78 b. Aug 27, 1922 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 16, 2001 South Hanover Twp., PA h/o Maxine (nee Cassel) Payne h/o late Nancy (nee Raffensperger) Payne s/o late Robert & Goldie (nee Shutter) Payne Sr. resident, South Hanover Twp. Army veteran, WW2 Graduate, 1940, Hershey High School Retired director of operations, HersheyPark Arena & Stadium, 1984 Former play-by-play announcer, Hershey Bears Employed, former Hershey Estates Radio Station. Formerly worked, sales at WKBO Radio station Owned/operated, his own grocery store, Hershey Avid sports fan Enjoyed watching his grandchildren play sports. Past president, life member, Pennsylvania Amusement Park Association Life member, Central PA Sports Hall of Fame Founder/former board member, Hershey Baseball Association Former board member, Hershey Youth Hockey Association Former member, Hershey Lions Club Member, Derry Township Historical Society, Hershey Member, Hershey Italian Lodge, Hershey Member, American Legion Post 386, Hershey Survivors: Son John Payne, Hershey Daughter Kim Payne, Hershey Daughter Tracy Payne, Hummelstown Step-dau Lisa Stokes, Hummelstown Step-dau Jody Rafferty, Hershey 12 grandchildren one great-grandchild burial: Hershey Cemetery, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA Aug 18, 2001 Nina R. (nee Rouzer) Alt, age 77 b. Sep 25, 1923 Altoona, PA d. Aug 16, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Dewey B. Alt d/o Paul & Myrtle (nee Gibson) Rouzer patient, Spang Crest Manor, Lebanon resident, Gretna Springs, West Cornwall Twp. Retired secretary, Milton S. Hershey School Former houseparent. Member, Evangelical Free Church, Hershey Enjoyed crafts and ceramics. Survivors: Son Larry D. Alt, h/o Sandra, Lima NY Sister Mila Richards, Altoona Two granddaughters Two great-grandchildren burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 18, 2001 Dorothy C. "Dottie" (nee Wagner) Speraw, age 83 b. Mar 25, 1918 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 17, 2001 Lebanon PA w/o late Walter H. "Wimp" Speraw, who died Oct 26, 1991. D/o late Charles Philip Wagner & the late Mary Katherine (nee Paine) Wagner. Patient, Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon Resident, South Lebanon Twp. Home maker Volunteer coordinator, VA Medical Center with over 15,000 hours Past president, VFW Post #23 Ladies Auxiliary Sunday school teacher, Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lebanon Kindergarten teacher, Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lebanon Member, Lebanon Chapter #115 Order of the Eastern Star Former seamstress, Gannon Mills, Lebanon Survivors: Son Edwin K. Speraw Sr, Rehobeth Beach, DE Son Charles S. Speraw, Hershey Son Walter H. Speraw Jr., Lebanon Sister Betty, w/o Sylvester Wilhelm, Lebanon Brother George W. Wagner II, Winter Park, FL Brother Robert Wagner Sr., Lebenon 11 grandchildren 21 great-grandchildren two great-great grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brother Frederick K. Wagner Sister Mary H. Armpriester burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 18, 2001 Todd A. Thomasco, age 36 b. Aug 8, 1965 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 15, 2001 Boston, Massachusetts s/o Edward A. & Fran L. (nee Plasterer) Thomasco, Lantana FL shot and killed during a robbery in the Boston nightclub where he worked as a manager. Patient, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston Began working earlier in the year as manager of Polly Esther's & Culture Club nightclubs. Survivors: Son Todd A. Thomasco III, Hudsonville, Michigan Daughter Alecia M. Thomasco, Hudsonville, Michigan Brother Dr. David Thomasco, Santa Barbara, California Brother Edward A. Thomasco II, Palm City, FL Brother Danny Thomasco, Elizabethtown Sister Debra Coe, Lake Worth FL Burial: Cornwall Cemetery, Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA Aug 18, 2001 Katherine R. Beck, age 57 b. Oct 10, 1943 location not listed. d. Aug 17, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d/o late Alfred Beck & the late Kathrine Moyer. Resident, Cedar Haven, Lebanon Co PA Former resident, American House, Lebanon Worked, Lebanon County Workshop for many years. Member, Millcreek Lutheran Church Uncle Ralph of Robeonia raised her after she turned 11 years old. Survivors: Twin brother Alfred Beck, Womelsdorf Sister Nancy Krall, Newmanstown Uncle Ralph E. Patcher, Robesonia Burial: Myerstown United Methodist Cemtery, Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA Aug 19, 2001 Martha S. (nee Bubp) Labe, age 95 b. date not listed Stricklerstown, PA d. Aug 17, 2001 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Warren C. Labe, who died in 1984. D/o late John & Tillie (nee Spayd) Bubp resident, ECC Retirement Village, Myerstown since 1998. Former resident, Berks Heim-Berks County Home Former resident, Stouchsburg Graduate, 1921, Newmanstown High School Employed, sewing machine operator, former Binner Associate, Womelsdorf, 31 years, retired 1976 Survivors: Son Gerald K. Labe, Wernersville Daughter Lois, w/o Donald Oberly, Womelsdorf Two grandchildren Four great-grandchildren Burial: Millbach Cemetery, Millcreek Twp., PA Aug 19, 2001 Ada A. (nee Russell) Armstrong, age 83 b. Jul 1, 1918 Shickshinny PA d. Aug 17, 2001 Linglestown PA w/o Henry H. Armstrong, married over 50 years. D/o late John M. & Carrie R. Russell Waitress, former Lincoln Diner, Lebanon Later employee, Harpel's Inc., Lebanon Survivors: Son Henry H. "Sonny" Armstrong III, Hampton VA Three grandchildren Three great-grandchildren Several nieces and nephews. burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 19, 2001 Thomas "Sarge" Hippensteel, age 67 b. Apr 16, 1934 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA d. Aug 15, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Brigitte R. (nee Schaefer) Hippensteel s/o late John & Bessie (nee Keleman) Hoverter patient, Hershey Medical Center resident, Lebanon PA retired sergeant major, U.S.Army, 20 years. Member, VFW Post 23, Lebanon Member, American Legion Post 158, Lebanon Survivors: Daughter Regina I. Hippensteel, w/o Ramon-Jean Mattern, Germany Brother Dennis Hippensteel, Mechanicsburg Brother Charl Hippensteel, Chambersburg Sister Faye McCutcheon, Harrisburg Three grandchildren Four great-grandchildren Several nieces and nephews. burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 19, 2001 Richard J. Griffe, age 77 b. d. Aug 17, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Barbara A. (nee Kapp) Griffe s/o late Ella (nee Griffe) Hemperly patient, Lebanon VA Medical Center resident, Richland retired stockman, Sterling Drugs, Myerstown, more than six years of service. Prior work: employee, Auman Machine Co., Lebanon Army Veteran WW2 Member, Grace United Church of Christ Member, Myerstown VFW Member, Richland American Legion Member, Richland's Neptune Fire Co. Survivors: Son Richard H., h/o Barbara A. Griffe, Lancaster Daughter Karen A., w/o Dale Bohannon, Myerstown Sister Shirley, w/o Richard Howler, Newmanstown Four grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brothers Robert Hemperly and Kenneth Hemperly Burial: Richland Cemetery, Richland PA Aug 20, 2001 Josephine "Jo" (nee Mariani) Wingenroth, age 67 b. date not listed Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA d. Aug 19, 2001 Carlise, Cumberland Co. PA d/o late Anthony J. & Mary Rose (nee Trenta) Mariani Eight-month illness Lived with her daughter Former resident, Ephrata PA Musical entertainer Taught piano and played accordion and syntrara Former leader, All Sytles Bands Singer w/ the former, New Holland Dance Band Played and sang in various restaurants & clubs, eastern Pennsylvania Composed a number of musical scores Played the music for "Playing for Time", a movie starring Vanessa Redgrave Played, live shows on WGAL. Member, United States of America Ballroom Dancing Association. Member, Fraternal Order of Police Auxilary Member, Worship Center in Leola, PA Member, Ephrata Legion Member, Ephrata Library Member, Ephrata Ambulance Association. Secretary, treasurer Ð Musician's Union 294, Lancaster Co. Played in, New Holland Band and was a patron of the group. Hobbies include: sewing, dancing, aerobics and collecting Christian Books Transposed scores & music to suit the need of vocalists Composed music for International Bottle Collectors Association. Survivors: Son Douglas J., h/o Kathy J. (nee Jenks) Tretter, Ephrata Daughter Doreen M., w/o Timothy Imhoff, Carlise Daughter Deidre L., w/o Hadley K. Brown, Lancaster Sister Rose Mariani, Lancaster Brother Anthony J. Mariani, Ocean City MD Five grandchildren Burial: location is not listed. Aug 20, 2001 Irene B. (nee Buffamoyer) Smith, age 75 b. Jan 24, 1926 Jackson Twp., Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 19, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Roy Smith d/o late Berlester B. & Elsie (nee Hehnly) Buffamoyer patient, Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon resident, Myerstown housewife mother representative, Stanley Home Productions, over 40 years. Member, Millcreek Older Bunch Member, St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Millbach Survivors: Son Richard L., h/o Ruth Ann Smith, Apalachin NY Daughter Shirley A., w/o Richard Stickler, Myerstown Six grandchildren Three great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Son Ronald L. Smith Burial: Richland Cemetery, Richland, Lebanon Co. PA Aug 20, 2001 Lois L. (nee Wolfe) Moyer, age 65 b. Aug 21, 1935 Fredericksburg, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 18, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o Glenn M. Moyer, married 46 years, Jun 19, 2001. D/o Hattie (nee Spangler) Wolfe and Stewart Wolfe Resident, Briarcrest Gardens, Hershey Graduate, Western Maryland College Retired special education teacher, grades one and two, Central Dauphin School District Member, St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Fredericksburg Survivors: Son Martin D., h/o Jean Moyer, Lebanon Son James B., h/o Peggy Moyer, Harrisburg Son Jeffrey G., h/o Toni Moyer, Boothwyn Sister Lucy, w/o Curt Kohr, Lebanon Brother Elwood, h/o Joanne Wofle, Tucson AZ Four grandchildren Several nieces and nephews. Burial: Cedar Hill Cemetery, Fredericksburg, Lebanon Co. PA Aug 21, 2001 Thomas "Sarge" Hippensteel, age 67 b. Apr 16, 1934 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA d. Aug 15, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Brigitte R. (nee Schaefer) Hippensteel s/o late John & Bessie (nee Keleman) Hoverter patient, Hershey Medical Center resident, Lebanon PA retired command sergeant major, U.S.Army, 30 years. Member, VFW Post 23, Lebanon Member, American Legion Post 158, Lebanon Survivors: Daughter Regina I. Hippensteel, w/o Ramon-jean Mattern, Germany Brother Dennis Hoverter, Mechanicsburg Brother Charl Hoverter, Chambersburg Sister Faye McCutcheon, Harrisburg Three grandchildren Four great-grandchildren Several nieces and nephews burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 21, 2001 Esther L. Jamison, age 90 b. Aug 6, 1911 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 16, 2001 Modesto California patient, Vintage Faire Convalescent Hospital. Resident of Modesto, California for 83 years. Salesperson, Sperry's Member, United Methodist Church Member, United Methodist Women Graduate, 1931, Modesto High School Survivors: Sister Dorothy Gaskill, Modesto, CA Four nieces and two nephews Burial location is not listed. Aug 21, 2001 Ethel M. (nee Schroyer) Wagner, age 91 b. Oct 16, 1909 Halifax PA d. Aug 19, 2001 Campbelltown, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Mark C. Wagner d/o late George & Margaret (nee Klinamack) Schroyer resident, Twin Oaks Nursing Home, Campbelltown, where she lived for three months. Former resident, Palmyra Store clerk, 1927 Ð 1986, Kreider Shoe Store, Palmyra Member, First United Methodist Church, Palmyra Survivors: Daughter Ann, w/o John Foltz, Columbia MD Brother Wilmot Schroyer, Hershey Two grandchildren Two great-grandchildren Burial: no location is listed. Aug 21, 2001 Alvin R. Boyer, age 68 b. Aug 3, 1933 Swatara Station, PA d. Aug 20, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Katharine (nee Gingrich) "Cass" Boyer, married 40 years, in Jun 2001. S/o late Addison & Anna M. (nee Lutz) Boyer. Retired electrician, Hershey Foods Corp. Graduate, 1951, Hershey High School Army veteran. Member, Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, Hummelstown Served on its Congregation Council and the Sunday school office Member, Hummelstown American Legion Member, Chocolate Worker's Union Local 464, Hershey Hobbies include model trains. Survivors: Daughter Katherine J., w/o Michael Forney, Elizabethtown Son David R., h/o Amy (nee Novitski) Boyer, Hummelstown Sister Janet B., w/o Dale Brubaker, Hershey Sister Mary B., w/o Carl H. Seibert, Palmyra Four grandchildren Burial: Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, Lower Paxton Twp., Dauphin Co. PA Aug 21, 2001 Mary Anne (nee Tietjen) Byrne, age 60 b. Jul 31, 1941 St. Louis, Missouri d. Aug 19, 2001 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Donald Edward Byrne Jr., married 34 years, Aug 4, 2001. D/o A. Carl Tietjen and the late Mary Louise (nee Tindall) Tietjen. "complications of a brain tumor first diagnosed in 1989". "she grew up in St. Louis, Misouri; Cleveland, OH, and Summit NJ" Graduate, 1959, Bayley Ellard High School. A National Merit Scholar, attended Trinity College in Washington DC, where her mother was an Alumnus. At Trinity: served as president of Student Government spent a summer teaching for the Confraternity of Christian Doctrine (C.C.D.) for the Diocese of Raleigh, in Henderson NC Graduate, BA in History making Who's Who and the dean's list 1963-1964: Papal Volunteers Corp, part of the Jesuit Volunteers International stationed in British Honduras, now Belize, teaching English, religion and physical education at Pallotti High School, a Catholic girls' school. Upon return to U.S.: "Master's degree in theology, Marquette University, Wilwaukee, Wisconsin in the mid-60s. While there she met and married Donald Edward Byrne Jr. of St. Paul, Minnesota, Aug 4, 1967. In addition to her vocation, as a wife and mother, she taught for two years at DeLaSalle High School for Boys in St. Paul, Minnesota, also serving as chair of the religion department." In 1968, moved to Durham NC with her family. Organized the C.C.D. program at Holy Cross Catholic Church. Attended courses at North Carolina Central University's school of law Cared for foster children Co-founded Birthright North Carolina in 1970. Resident of Annville since 1971. Served a term as president of the local chapter of Amnesty Interntional As an outgrowth of her lifelong interest in human rights. Took courses in biology, chemistry and mathematics at Lebanon Valley College Survivors: Daughter Julie Elizabeth Byrne, Fort Worth TX Son Donald Edward Byrne III, Atlanta GA Daughter Mary McMonigal Byrne, Atlanta GA Daughter Clare Siobhan Byrne, Brooklyn NY Daughter Monica Catherine Byrne, Boston MA Sister Frances Wiener, Rye NY Sister Eleanor Mer, Round Rock, TX Sister Laura Wysong, Fairfield IA Brother Richard Tietjen, Annville Brother Gregory Tietjen, Maplewood NJ Burial: location is not listed. Aug 21, 2001 Patricia E. (nee O'Connell) Smith, age 52 b. Mar 19, 1949 Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA d. Aug 19, 2001 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Michael L. Smith d/o Josephine M. (nee Eckes) O'Connell and the late William C. O'Connell decision support system analyst, Lebanon VA Medical Center & had worked in the VA system in New York, 30 years. Graduate, 1967, Lebanon Catholic High School. Completed program, 1969, X-ray technician training in Corning NY Member, Keystone Gun Member, Maenerchor clubs Member, Eagles Member, American Legion Auxiliary Member, AARP Member, St. Cecilia Church Member, American Registry of Radio logic Technologists Survivors: Daughter Lisa M. Gardiner, York Daughter Leslie A. Gardiner, Annville Step-son Brian M. Smith, Lebanon Step-son Jeffrey A. Smith, Lebanon Sister Cecilia A. Putt, Lebanon Brother William F. O'Connell, Haddonfield NJ Brother Daniel J. O'Connell, York Two grandsons Several nieces and nephews. Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 21, 2001 James R. Cannon, age 35 b. Mar 7, 1966 Atlanta, Georgia d. Aug 20, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA s/o Dale E. & Lois F. (nee Beal) Cannon resident, Renova Center former resident, St. Joesph's Center, Scranton Survivors: Brother Scott E., h/o Cheryl Cannon, Norristown Brother G. William Cannon, Boyerstown Brother George A. Cannon, Ambler Brother Douglas L. Cannon, Telord Sister Heath L. Cannon, Hatfield Sister Alice G. Cannon, Sumneytown Number nieces and nephews. burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 21, 2001 Harry I. Sohn Sr., age 88 b. Apr 10, 1913 Hebron, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 17, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o late Dorothy M. (nee Wagner) Sohn s/o late David & Harriett (nee Lehman) Sohn resident, ManorCare, Lebanon former resident, Lehman Street retired supervisor, shipping department, former Lebanon Steel Foundry member, Rescue Fire Co. No. 4, Lebanon Survivors: Son Harry I. Jr., h/o Patricia Sohn, Lebanon Sister Bessie Boltz, Lebanon Two grandchildren Two great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Sister Martha M. Heilman Burial: Ebenezer "Covenant" Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 21, 2001 Samuel F. Purcell Sr., age 51 b. Mar 16, 1950 Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA d. Aug 19, 2001 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Wendy (nee Katzaman) Purcell s/o late Salvadore Purcell & Mae (neeHuntzberger) Purcell product manager, Philadelphia Mixers, Palmyra worked, Long's Machine Shop, Annville worked, Turkey Hill, Palmyra Air Force Veteran: Vietnam War Graduate, Lebanon High School Attended, Lebanon Valley Bible Church Member, Boy Scouts of America Survivors: Son Samuel Purcell Jr., Palmyra Son Paul Purcell, Palmyra Son Christopher Purcell, Palmyra Son Shawn Purcell, Palmyra Daughter Renee, w/o Dave Posey, Lebanon Daughter Ashlee Purcell, Palmyra Brother Ronald Purcell, Campbelltown A grandson burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 22, 2001 Lois L. (nee Wolfe) Moyer, age 65 b. Aug 21, 1935 Fredericksburg, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 18, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o Glenn M. Moyer, married 46 years, June 19, 2001. D/o Hattie Spangler and Stewart Wolfe Graduate, West Maryland College Retired special education teacher of grades 1 & 2, Central School District Member, St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Fredericksburg Survivors: Son Martin D., h/o Jean Moyer, Lebanon Son James B., h/o Peggy Moyer, Harrisburg Son Jeffrey G., h/o Toni Moyer, Boothwyn Sister Lucy, w/o Curt Kohr, Lebanon Brother Elwood, h/o Joanne Spangler, Tucson AZ Four grandchildren Several nieces and nephews. Burial: Cedar Hill Cemetery, Fredericksburg, Lebanon Co. PA Aug 22, 2001 Harold A. Shearer, age 68 b. Jul 8, 1933 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 20, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Marlene L. (nee Mills) Shearer s/o late Aaron & Ada (nee Wagner) Shearer retired sales representative, Harrisburg East Chrysler-Plymouth Army veteran, Korean War Member, First Evangelical Congregational Church, Lebanon Member, National Rifle Association Member, Lebanon VFW Avid hunter and fisherman. Survivors: Daughter Robin Garth, Manheim Son Todd J. Shearer, Lebanon Sister Marie Foltz, Cleona Sister Jane Vincent, Lebanon Sister Delores Campbell, Annville Brother Aaron Shearer, Cleona Three grandchildren Preceded in death by: Sister Helen Wealand Burial: no location listed. Possible cremation. Aug 22, 2001 Dorothy G. (nee Zombro) Boltz, age 77 b. Apr 29, 1924 Martinsburg WV d. Aug 20, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o George A. Boltz, w/whom she would have celebrated 37 years, Sept 4, 2001. W/o late John H. Williams D/o late George & Kathryn Zombro Member, Hebron United Methodist Church, Lebanon Survivors: Daughter Donna P., w/o Bill Carr, Lebanon Daughter Debora L. Bashore, Lebanon Son Dennis V. Shepps, Lebanon Son George A. Boltz Jr., Ft. Walton FL Nine grandchildren Eight great-grandchildren Several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Grandson William Achenbach Burial: Ebenezer "Greenwood" Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 22, 2001 Norman R. Bord Jr., age 60 b. Mar 30, 1941 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 14, 2001 Lebanon PA h/o Grace A. (nee Zombro) Boltz Bord s/o late Norman R. Sr. & Gladys Bord. Former bus driver and guard, Lebanon County Prison Member, National Rifle Association Avid hunter and fisherman. Survivors: Son Norman Jr., h/o Shannon Boltz, Texas Son Michael S. Boltz, Lebanon Son Warren J., h/o Kathy Boltz, Lebanon Daughter Melissa K. Boltz, Las Vegas NV Five grandchildren Burial: no location listed. Aug 22, 2001 Barbara E. Dobias, age 68 b. Jun 5, 1933 Syracuse, NY d. Aug 21, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late William Dobias d/o Gieneviena D. (nee Grant) Hensel former co-owner, Engineering Design Co. member, Faith Baptist Church, Lebanon Had been active member, Lebanon Co. Association for the Blind Survivors: Son William Dobias, Tucson AZ Daughter Pam Cline, Maryland Sister Ruth McKenzie, Mooresville NC Two grandchildren Burial location is not listed. Aug 23, 2001 Barbara E. Dobias, age 68 b. Jun 5, 1933 Syracuse, NY d. Aug 21, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late William Dobias d/o Gieneviena D. (nee Grant) Hensel former co-owner, Engineering Design Co. member, Faith Baptist Church, Lebanon Had been active member, Lebanon Co. Association for the Blind Survivors: Son William Dobias, Tucson AZ Daughter Pam Cline, Maryland Sister Ruth McKenzie, Mooresville NC Two grandchildren Burial location is not listed. Aug 23, 2001 Dorothy G. (nee Zombro) Williams Boltz, age 77 b. Apr 29, 1924 Martinsburg WV d. Aug 20, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o George A. Boltz, would have been married 37 years on Sep 4, 2001. W/o late John H. Williams D/o late George & Kathryn Zombro Resident, Lebanon, PA Member, Hebron United Methodist Church, Lebanon PA Survivors: Daughter Donna P., w/o Bill Carr, Lebanon Daughter Debora L. Bashore, Lebanon Daughter Monica J., w/o Dennis V. Shepps, Lebanon Son George A. Boltz Jr., Fort Walton FL Nine grandchildren Eight great-grandchildren Several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Grandson William Achenbach Burial: Ebenezer "Greenwood" Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 23, 2001 Raymond W. McKinney, age 87 b. May 4, 1914 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 14, 2001 Lebanon PA h/o Christine McKinney h/o late Martha E. (nee Lehman) McKinney s/o late James & Mary (nee Ely) McKinney resident, ManorCare Nursing Home, Lebanon, three years. Formerly of Lehman St, Lebanon PA Civil Service Inspector, Known for golfing and bowling Active many years ago in the YMCA Survivors: Son James R., h/o Marion McKinney, Charleston SC Brother George McKinney, Lebanon PA Five grandchildren Five great-grandchildren Several nieces and nephews. Burial: Hernley Mennonite Cemetery, Manheim, Lancaster Co. PA Aug 23, 2001 Marjorie H. (nee Dumez) Fox, age 80 b. Mar 14, 1921 Almaden PA d. Aug 21, 2001 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Charles E. Fox w/o late James Baylin d/o late Alfred Joseph II & Etta Mae (nee Kephart) Dumez resident, Palmyra PA retired worker, Reese's Candy Co., 1989, ten years Prior work: Kreider Shoe Company, Palmyra Prior work: Sylvania Corporation, Houtzdale & Altoona Prior work: Cigar Factory, Phillipsburg Prior work: Mother's helper in Brooklyn NY Worshipped United Methodist faith Loved bowling, baseball, music and dancing. She and her daughter Michelle were responsible for beginning the first official Dumez Family reunion in 1978, which was held at the Campbelltown Fire Hall grounds. Since then then the 23rd annual reunion was held July 28, 2001, in Mountz Memorial Park in Smithall with over 100 in attendance. Survivors: Daughter Carolann Baylin Smith, Virginia Beach VA Daughter Michelle Baylin Gingrich, Palmyra Son Randy C. Fox, Salt Lake City UT Sister Delores M. Stanley, Dickson City Sister Cordie L. Lewis, Buffalo NY 10 grandchildren five great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Daughter Frances Baylin Smith A granddaughter Marjorie Bentz Brothers James, Ray, Robert, Clair, and Wilbur Dumez Sisters Leona Zink and Ida Shoff. Burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, N.Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 23, 2001 Jennie M. (nee Williams) Heckert, age unknown b. date not listed Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 21, 2001 Rheems, Lancaster Co. PA w/o Kenneth E. Heckert, married 48 years Oct 2000. D/o late Alice M. (nee Poorman) Williams Resident, Rheems Nursing Home, Rheems PA Former resident, Elizabethtown Former resident, Manheim Member, Swatara Hill Church of the Brethren, Middletown, 40 years. Former member, Penryn Fire Co. Auxiliary Charter member, Londonderry Fire Co. Auxiliary Survivors: Son Curtis L., h/o Anita J. (nee Moor) Heckert, Salem VA Daughter Debra A., w/o James R. Reese, Elizabethtown Brother John E., h/o Linda Williams, Lebanon Brother Harry D. Sr., h/o Brenda Williams, Lebanon Sister Helen B. Kupp, Manheim Sister Hilda R., h/o John E. Frederick, Manheim Two grandchildren Burial: Colebrook Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, South Londonderry Twp. PA Aug 24, 2001 Frances K. (nee Klespis) Flaherty, age 81 b. date not listed Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 23, 2001 Wilmington, Delaware w/o John H. Flaherty Jr., married 57 years. D/o late Joseph & Catherine (nee Karli) Klespis Resident, Wilmington, DE Born and raised in Lebanon PA Attended, St. Gertrude's Catholic Church, Lebanon Attended, Lebanon Catholic High School, Lebanon Attended, St. Joseph's School of Nursing, Reading During WW2, served as 1st lieutenant in the Army Air Corp, as a nurse. Survivors: Son David M. Flaherty, Wilmington DE Son John Dennis Flaherty, Wilmington DE Son Collin P. Flaherty, San Diego CA Daughter Karen A. Flaherty, Wilmington DE Brother Anthony J. Klespis, Lebanon Brother Joseph F. Klespis, Harrisburg Sister Catherine Bender, Lebanon Sister Gertrude Fink, Lebanon Sister Agnes McDonnell, Lebanon Sister Joanna "Honey" Krizan, Jonestown Sister Barbara Aiduk, Littleton, CO Five grandchildren Two great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Son Kevin Flaherty, who died in Vietnam Daughter Patricia Flaherty Sisters M. Wilberta, Mary Martin, Teresa Berger and Patricia Baim Burial: Cathedral Cemetery, Wilmington DE Aug 24, 2001 Mildred E. (nee Keim) Shlafer, age 85 b. Jul 3, 1916 Reionsville PA d. Aug 22, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Harry Shlafer d/o late Oscar E. & Henrietta (nee Kinley) Keim resident, Linden Village, Lebanon former resident, South 23rd, Lebanon employed, housekeeper, W.H. Keiff worshipped in Protestant Faith last of her immediate family. Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 24, 2001 D. Loretta (nee Berkheimer) Kemmler, age 62 b. date not listed Norristown, PA d. Aug 18, 2001 Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA w/o Edward D. Kemmler Jr., married 43 years. D/o Dorothy (nee Kerr) Berkheimer and the late Kenneth Berkheimer former Lebanon Valley resident. Current resident, Lancaster PA Outstanding field hockey & basketball athlete, Annville-Cleona High School Graduate, 1956, Annville-Cleona High School 25 years, worked as educator for Lancaster-Lebanon Intermediate Unit 13 member, Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Lancaster enjoyed crafts, art, gardening and the beach Survivors: Son Jeffrey D., h/o Karen Kemmler, Williamsport Son Edward D. Kemmler III, Lancaster Son Douglas B., h/o Christine Kemmler, Lancaster Daughter Sharon L., w/o Michael Wiggins, Lancaster Daughter Pamela E., w/o Harry Miller, York Haven Daughter Nancy, w/o Phil Wagner, Manheim Daughter Adeline, w/o Ralph Weik, Lancaster Daughter Dianna, w/o Ralph Winslow, Fredericksburg Daughter Gertrude "Trudy" Berkheimer, Annville Daughter Margaret, w/o Allen Scholl, Annville Brother Kenneth, h/o Deborah Berkheimer, Cornwall Brother Frederick Berkheimer, Annville Brother Timothy, h/o Cindy Berkheimer, Lebanon Seven grandchildren Burial: location is not listed. Aug 24, 2001 Thomas G. Glasmire, age 50 b. Jan 12, 1951 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA d. Aug 22, 2001 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA companion of, Marie Strait, Elizabethtown s/o Norman E. Glasmire & late Jean E. (nee Witherite) Glasmire worked, Mechanicsburg Navel Depot security over 22 years. Member, The Church of the Holy Spirit, Palmyra Member, Cititzen's Fire Co., Palmyra Member, Campbelltown Volunteer Fire Co. Survivors: Brother James N., h/o Elaine Glasmire, Hummelstown A niece A nephew Several aunts and uncles. Burial: Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, Lower Paxton Twp., Dauphin Co. PA Aug 25, 2001 Lewis F. Ream, age 71 b. Feb 21, 1930 Kleinfeltersville, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 24. 2001 Kleinfeltersville PA h/o late Rosemary Ream s/o late Norman & Grace (nee Fetter) Ream foreman, Wilbur Chocolates, 25 years. U.S.Navy veteran, Korean War Member, Heidelberg Sportsman Association Member, American Legion Survivors: Child Robin Ream, Palmyra Daughter Sheree Carter, Carlisle Son Steve Ream, Myerstown Daughter Cindy Minaya, Mechanicsburg 11 grandchildren a great-grandson burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 25, 2001 Henry J. Kiscadden, age 75 b. Sep 29, 1925 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 23, 2001 Lebanon PA h/o Dollie H. (nee Miller) Kiscadden, married 50 years, Nov 2000. S/o late Harry J. & Josephine (nee Arnold) Kiscadden Patient, Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon Resident, Cleona, PA Purchasing agent, Davies Precision Machining, Lebanon Prior employer, Purchasing agent, Quaker Alloy, Myerstown Graduate, Lebanon Catholic High School U.S. Air Force veteran WW2 Member, St. Paul the Apostle Church, Annville, where he was an original Eucharist minister, a CCD teacher and served on parish council. Member, Over 50 Club Past president, St. Vincent DePaul Society A fourth degree knight, Fr. Michael F. Barrett Council No. 9875 Coordinator, St. Paul's Soup Kitchen Member, Men of Malvern Retreat First Catholic president, past member, Board of Lebanon County Christian Ministries. Former Cleona Sewer Authority treasurer Former member, Cleona Fire Co. Former member, Cleona borough election board Former secretary, Purchasing Management Association of PA Representative to the board, Lebanon Catholic High School Survivors: Daughter Ann E., w/o G. Edward Fansler, Annville Brother James Kiscadden, Manheim Brother Paul Kiscadden, Lewes DE Sister Frances Yost, Lebanon Sister Joanne, w/o Richard Wagner, Trexlertown Grandson Zachary Fansler Grandchild Jordan Fansler Number nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Sisters Doris Gates & Kathleen Nutto Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 25, 2001 Edith A. (nee Copenhaver) Heffley, age 92 b. date not listed Schaefferstown, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 24, 2001 Manheim, Lancaster Co. PA w/o late Samuel J. Heffley, who died Feb 18, 1974 d/o late Jesse C. & Agnes (nee Kline) Copenhaver current resident, Mt. Hope Dunkard Brethren Home, Manheim, since 2000 former resident, Ephrata PA former employer, Ephrata Nursing Home, 10 years former employer, Hollinger's Farm Market, Lincoln, Lancaster Co. PA member, Mohler Church of the Brethren, Ephrata former deaconess of the church. Survivors: Daughter Ruth M., w/o Donald S. Boshnaugle, Columbia PA Daughter A. Lorraine Heffley, Ephrata Son Rev. Robert L., h/o Sylvia (nee Patrick) Heffley, Lancaster Six grandchildren Nine great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Sisters Ellen Krall and Lillian Weik Brothers John, Miles, Howard, Arthur and Klein Copenhaver Burial: Mohler Church of the Brethren Cemetery, Ephrata, Lancaster Co. PA Aug 25, 2001 Bernadine M. "Bernie" (nee Souders) Lander, age 95 b. Dec 10, 1905 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 24, 2001 Chambersburg, Franklin Co. PA w/o late Benjamin T. Lander d/o late John F. & Rose E. (nee Rudegeair) Souders resident, Shook Nursing Home, Chambersburg PA former resident, Lebanon PA member, St. Mary's Church, Lebanon PA member, PA Catholic Beneficial League member, the Parish Council of Catholic Women member, the Verbena Club Survivors: Two daughters-in-law 11 grandchildren 20 great-grandchildren sister Gertrude Fisher, Annadale VA several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Son Benjamin T. Lander Jr. and James Lander Granddaughter Diane Lander Brother Frances Souders Burial: Holy Cross Cemtery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 25, 2001 Charlotte S. (nee Smith) Kuhn, age 87 b. Feb 20, 1914 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 20, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Frank K. Kuhn, would have celebrated 63 years in April 2002. D/o late William & Cora (nee Koon) Smith resident, Manor-Care Health Services, Lebanon PA former resident, Lebanon PA housewife bookkeeper, Kuhn's Bottling Works. Member, Bethany United Church of Christ, Lebanon Member, Women's AGLOW, Palmyra Survivors: Daughter Shirley (Kuhn) Keefer, w/o Kenneth, Palmyra Son Frank L., h/o Helen Kuhn, Phoenix AZ Son Rodney L., h/o Shelley Kuhn, Little Meadow PA 10 grandchildren 12 great-grandchildren several nieces and nephews. Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 26, 2001 Miriam A. (nee Shumaker) Shireman, age 93 b. Nov 3, 1907 Blain, Perry County, PA d. Aug 24, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late William Shireman d/o late J. Floyd & blanche (nee Wentz) Shumaker formerly, Hershey Foods Corp. formerly employed Hershey Laundry enjoyed puzzle books and crocheting. Survivors: Daughter Dorothy Marshall, Palmyra Daughter Janet Lehman, Palmyra Brother Harry Shumaker, Enola Sister Evelyn Kemberling, Marysville Five grandchildren Three great-grandchildren Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 26, 2001 Jeanette Pearl (nee Lesher) Buchter, age 99 b. date not listed Richmond Twp., Berks Co. PA d. Aug 24, 2001 Lutheran Home, Topton, Berks Co. PA w/o late Howard E. Buchter, who died Dec 2, 1993. D/o late William R.S. & Katie (nee Kline) Lesher Graduate, 1918, Fleetwood High School, Berks Co. Graduate, 1930, Keystone Business College, Reading Been employed, private secretary in Reading area. Oldest member, Calvary Lutheran Church, Laureldale 70-year life member, Reading Chapter 251 Order of Eastern Star survivor: One cousin. burial: Laureldale Cemetery, Tuckerton, Berks Co. PA Aug 27, 2001 Marvin W. Hartman, age 81 b. May 6, 1920 Newmanstown, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 26, 2001 Allentown, PA h/o Beverly Hartman s/o late Marvin H. & Carrie S. (nee Sheetz) Hartman patient, Lehigh Valley Hospice, Allentown resident, Allentown former resident, Scottsdale AZ veteran, WW2 car and mobile home salesman all his life. Member, People's Church of Scottsdale AZ Liked NASCAR racing and traveling. Survivors: Son Kerry, h/o Maive Hartman, Allentown Son William D., h/o Nancy Hartman, Allentown Son James N. Hartmen, Allentown Daughter Sherie D. Keeney, Lancaster Daughter Deborah L., w/o William Wagner, Allentown Daughter Lynnette D. Hartman, South Bend IN Step-son Ricky L, h/o Jane Ott, Mesa AZ Step-daughter Brenda L,, w/o Bruce Consier, Anthem, AZ Sister Kathryn E. Ebling, Myerstown 17 grandchilden 13 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brother Troy C. Hartman Burial: location is not listed. Aug 27, 2001 Sara A. (nee Arbegast) Keller, age 84 b. Jul 13, 1917 Newville PA d. Aug 26, 2001 Campbelltown, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late John A. Keller d/o late Clyde & Margaret (nee Burkholder) Arbegast resident, Twin Oaks Nursing Center, Campbelltown PA former resident, Palmyra PA registered nurse, Hershey Medical Center former employer, Harrisburg Hospital. Attended, Lebanon Valley College, Annville Graduate, Philadelphia Osteopathic School of Nursing. Active member, Gravel Hill United Methodist Church, Palmyra Member, Woman's Christian Temperance Union Member, Palmyra Senior Citizens Member, Women in Military Service for America Memorial Army Nurse Corp. veteran of WW2, serving in and near Italy. Survivors: Son Phillip A. Keller, Mooresville NC Daughter Annette Sattazahn, Palmyra Daughter Mary Mutschler, Palmyra Sister Mary Kathryn "Kitty" Spangler, Hershey 10 grandchildren burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, N.Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 27, 2001 Jane R. (nee Ross) Sheeley, age 78 b. Aug 24, 1923 New Cumberland PA d. Aug 26, 2001 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Mark O. Sheeley Jr. d/o late Russell & Carrie Ross resident, Palmyra, Columbia Cottage retired, Spinning Wheel Gift Shoppe, Hotel Hershey and Hershey Motor Lodge member, First United Methodist Church, Palmyra three times president, Palmyra Women's Club worked with the club's Federation Days. Tutored, Lancaster-Lebanon Literacy Council. Volunteered, Hershey Gardens. Avid golfer, bowler, crossword puzzle player, and enjoyed tennis. Survivors: Son Glenn R. Sheeley, Atlanta GA Daughter Lori J. VonEssen, Palmyra Sister LaRue Tucker, St. George UT Two granddaughters Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 27, 2001 Marlene F. (nee Snavely) Kohr, age 66 b. Jul 1, 1935 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 26, 2001 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Kenneth K. Kohr d/o Helen G. (nee Mull) Snavely and the late Homer P. Snavely. resident, Palmyra PA retired employee, Giant Foods of Hershey also worked, part-time, Lebanon Daily News Graduate, 1953, Palmyra High School Survivors: Son Steven W. Miller, Hershey Son Brian S. Miller, Ellicott City MD Son Thomas E. Miller, Greer SC Son David A. Miller, Palmyra Sister Shirley Y. Logan, Palmyra Sister Susan J. Weaver, Palmyra Sister Carole J. Gingrich, Elizabethtown Brother Homer B. Snavely, Cleona Brother John R. Snavely, Manheim Six grandchildren Burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, N.Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 28, 2001 Margaret Mary (nee Faiola) Lamancusa, age 79 b. date not listed location not listed d. Aug 25, 2001 Lower Paxton Twp., Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA w/o late Tiner J. Lamancusa Sr. parents not listed member, Holy Name of Jesus Church, Harrisburg former member, St. Theresa's Church, New Cumberland Survivors: Son Tiner James Lamancusa, Camp Hill Son David John Lamancusa, Camp Hill Son Thomas Paul Lamancusa, Dillsburg Daughter Margaret Marie Lamancusa, Harrisburg Daughter Elizabeth Ann Polselli, Harrisburg Daughter Barbara Jean Lower, Camp Hill Brother Herman Faiola, Lebanon Brother Albino Faiola, Harrisburg Sister Florence Moyer, Lebanon 17 grandchildren a great-grandchild burial: Calvary Cemetery, Altoona, PA Aug 28, 2001 Irma G. (nee Fahler) Marko, age 84 b. Jan 3, 1917 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 27, 2001 Lebanon, PA w/o John M. Marko, Sr. d/o late Milton & Sally (nee Felty) Fahler retired, Everite Knitting Mills member, St. Benedict The Abbot Church Survivors: Daughter Evelyn, w/o Charles Betz, Lebanon Daughter Anna Mae, w/o Calvin Conners, Lebanon Daughter Patricia Marko, Lebanon Son John M. Marko, Jr., h/o Dara Marko, Lebanon Eight grandchildren 13 great-grandchildren several nieces and nephews she was the last of her immediate family. Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 28, 2001 Myrle E. (nee Fox) Lafferty, age 86 b. Oct 23, 1914 Palmyra, Lebanon Co., PA d. Aug 26, 2001 ManorCare Health Services, Elizabethtown, Lancaster Co. PA w/o late John M. Lafferty d/o late Milton & Carrie (nee Laudermilch) Fox homemaker avid gardener member, Palm Lutheran Church: former choir member & participated in Women's Fellowship Group. Member, Lebanon County Home Economics Club. Graduate, Indiana University of PA Did Graduate work, Cornell University Taught home economics in the Lebanon School district for several years. Survivors: Son John M. Lafferty, Ambler Son Neal E. Lafferty, Palmyra Sister Sarah Hammer, Hershey Sister Ruth VanMeter, Atlanta GA 10 grandchildren burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N. Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 29, 2001 Emilio J. Ranieri, Jr., age 71 b. Dec 2, 1929 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA d. Aug 27, 2001 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA s/o late Emilio Sr. & Mary (nee Valerio) Ranieri resident, Lebanon Valley Brethren Home, Palmyra former employee, Y & S Candle served as a missionary in Brazil & India Army veteran of Korea. Member, Palmyra Assembly of God Church Survivors: Sister Mary D. Noga, Palmyra Sister Gloria A. Heverling, Palmyra Brother James L. Ranieri, Hershey Several nieces and nephews. Burial: Hershey Cemetery, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA Aug 29, 2001 William H. Bolger, age 84 b. Apr 22, 1917 Martinsburg PA d. Aug 27, 2001 Hanover PA h/o Frances (nee Bair) Bolger, married 59 years s/o late William H. & Anna (nee Bridenbaugh) Bolger Superintendent of Palmyra Area School District, retired Jun 1976. During 38 year career, taught high school math, and was assistant high school principal. Member, Trinity United Church of Christ, Hanover Member, Patmos Lodge 348 F & AM Member, other Masonic affilitations. Graduate, 1934, Martinsburg High School Graduate, 1938, Bachelor's degree, Millersville State Teacher's College Graduate, Masters in education, Penn State University Completed requirements for the doctorate in education, Penn State University Attended,.Duke University Attended, Princeton University Attended, Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Served as president, Millersville University, 21 years, where he received several awards and recognition for his service to the university, including the President's medal 1990, University named the William H. Bolger Conference Center in his honor. Lieutenant, Navy, WW2 Awarded, American Theatre Ribbon, Awarded, Asiatic Pacific Theatre Ribbon Awarded, World War II Victory Medal. Survivors: Daughter Jean Bolger Sonntag, Elicott City, MD Sister Virginia Smith, Pittsburgh Brother J. Richard Bolger, Merrick NY Four grandchildren Burial: location is not listed. Aug 29, 2001 Matthew J. Jordan, age 71 b. Dec 19, 1929 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 28, 2001 North Cornwall Twp., Lebanon Co. PA h/o Mary Noel DeGregorio Jordan s/o late Martin & Katherine (nee Koleck) Jordan retired accountant, PennDOT member, St. Mary's Church Graduate, Lebanon High School Graduate, The University of Oklahoma Survivors: Son John, h/o Anne Jordan, Boothwyn Daughter Patricia, w/o Peter Smith, Richmond VA Daughter Joanne, w/o Geoffrey Rich, Lebanon Son Christopher Jordan, Lebanon Sister Kathryn Miller, New Cumberland Four grandchildren Several nieces and nephews. Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 29, 2001 Richard H. "Dick" Wike, age 84 b. Sep 27, 1916 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 27, 2001 Lebanon PA h/o Iva C. (nee Stohler) Wike, married 54 years, June 14, 2001. S/o late Harry S. & Margaret (nee Kashner) Wike Patient, Lebanon VA Medical Center, Lebanon PA Resident, Birch Rd Former resident, Horst Avenue, Lebanon Retired building management, Lebanon VA Medical Center Army Veteran, WW2 Member, St. Matthew Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lebanon Member, VFW Post 23, Lebanon Member, Rescue Fire Co., Lebanon Member, Liberty Fire Co., Lebanon Member, Liberty Fire Co. Aide Association, Lebanon Survivors: Son Dennis R., h/o Robert Wike, Lebanon Daughter Kittylou, w/o Paul Smith, Downingtown A grandson Several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Brothers William, James & Harry Wike Burial: Iona United Methodist Church Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Aug 29, 2001 Sherwood E. Kendall, age 80 b. Jun 12, 1921 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Aug 27, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Margaret "Marge" A. (nee Knoll) Kendall, married 57 years. S/o late Harry "Henner" & Matilda "Tillie" (nee Kimmel) Kendall Death result of injuries sustained in a car accident in Porter Twp., Schuylkill Co. PA Patient, Hershey Medical Center Graduate, 1939, Pine Grove High School Attended, Grove City College while he was in the Marine Corp. World War II Marine Veteran Member, DAV Member, St. Paul's United Methodist Church, Pine Grove Member, Alcoa 25 year club, Member, Alcoa retirees Employed previously, quality control supervisor, former Alcoa Aluminium, Cressona Survivors: Son Michael Kendall, Sitka, Alaska Daughter Suzanne Strubhar, Fredericksburg Daughter Cheryl Hlavaty, Pine Grove Daughter Virginia White, Cleona Brother Jacques Kendall, Myerstown Sister Jane Rizzardi, Blasdale NY 10 grandchildren burial: St. John's Lutheran Church Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA Aug 29, 2001 Hans J. Stucki, age 68 b. May 28, 1933 Horgen, Switzerland d. Aug 26, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Jackie E. (nee McNeal) Stucki, married 34 years, 34 years. S/o late Hans & Marie Stucki. Retired baker, 1995, Mt. Airy Lodge, Poconos. Prior employee, Skytop Lodge, 12 years as head baker. Prior employee, a Poconos baker. Attended, God's Missionary Church, Lebanon Attended various other Methodist Churches in the area. Enjoyed reading, walking, and playing chess. Survivors: Son John T. Stucki, Staten Island NY Step-son Raymond R. Reed, Boynton Beach, FL Step-dau Karla D., w/o James Taylor, Boca Raton FL Sister Trudi Rueger, Switzerland Five grandchildren A great-grandson Burial: Williamstown United Methodist Church Cemetery1 Aug 30, 2001 Julia A. (nee Heisey) Kemp, age 86 b. Jul 20, 1915 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 28, 2001 Bloomsburg PA w/o late Charles G. Kemp, who died in 1970. D/o late Alfred Abel & Ella Nora (nee Zerbe) Heisey Stroke Patient, Bloomsburg Hospital Graduate, 1933, Lebanon High School Employed, personnel clerk, Milco Industries 1970 Ð 1990 (retirement) Member, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Bloomsburg, served: sub-directress, directress & chairwoman Alter Guild, corresponding secretary of Episcopal Churchwomen, custodian for Book of Remberance & secretary of Vestry. Member, Bloomsburg Hospital Corp. Life member, Bloomsburg Hospital Auxiliary Last of her immediate family. Preceded in death by: Brother Harry Zerbe Heisey, 1954 Brother John Henry Heisey, 1949 Sister Catherine Shives Matterness Burial: location is not listed. Aug 30, 2001 Viola L. (nee Zimmerman) Arnold, age 92 b. May 14, 1909 Schuylkill Co. PA d. Aug 28, 2001 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Howard H. Arnold d/o late Irvin & Sally (nee Yorty) Zimmerman resident, Lebanon Valley Home, Annville formerly, Mt. Zion Rd, Lebanon retired employee, Cornwall Manor member, St. Mary's Church Survivors: Daughter Ruth Long, Lebanon Seven grandchildren Eight step-children Numerous step-grandchildren 17 great-grandchildren numerous step-great-grandchildren 13 great-great-grandchildren numerous nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Brothers Abel, Elmer & Arthur Zimmerman Sisters Minnie Zimmerman & Martha Dewalt Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 30, 2001 Richard A. Cook, age 72 b. Jan 20, 1929 Sommerville PA d. Aug 29, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA s/o late William & Gertrude Cook patient, Lebanon VA Medical Center Army veteran, Korean War Retired truck driver, Hanson Moving & Storage Co., Omaha, Nebraska Survivors: Son William Cook, Schland, Nebraska Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 30, 2001 Russell A. Cook Jr., age 69 b. Jul 19, 1932 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 22, 2001 Groveton, Texas h/o Betty Cook s/o late Russell A. Sr. & Dorothy (nee Snyder) Cook raised by his late uncle and aunt, Earl & Anne Queck. Retired, Army veteran Member, First United Methodist Church, Groveton, Texas Survivors: Daughter Pamela Sue Cook, Lebanon Daughter Dorothy A. Thompson, Groveton, TX Daughter Kimberly M. Frost, Groveton, TX Step-mother Kathryn Cook, Lebnaon Sister Marlene Cook Childers, Lebanon Sister Janice Cook Weaver, Lebanon Sister Sally Cook White, Lebanon Sister Anna Queck Getz, Lebanon Sister Gloria Queck Mease, Lebanon Four grandchildren Numerous relatives and friends Burial: Flat Prairie Cemetery, Groveton Texas area P Aug 30, 2001 Darrel L. Hines, age 59 b. date not listed Campbelltown, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 27, 2001 Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA h/o Barbara A. (nee Rosser) Hines, would have celebrated 37 years, Nov 2001. S/o late Douglas Lafayette & Mildred (nee Boyer) Hines Graduate, 1960, McCaskey High School Employed, tractor trailer driver, A-P-A Transport Cor, 23 years. Member, Church of the Apostles, United Church of Christ (formerly St. Paul's United Christ) Member, Lancaster Road Runners Club Member, Teamster's local Union 771 Member, 1959, McCaskey football team, where he played half-back during McCaskey's first undefeated football season. Life-long member, 82nd Airborne Division Association. Avid runner, fisherman, coin & stamp collector Interested in native American History Army veteran, 1962 Ð 1965, as a paratrooper, 82nd Airborne Division & Dominican Republic May to June 1965 Survivors: Son Kevin S. Hines, Lancaster Son Eric G. Hines, Arlington VA Sister Deanna Hines, Alexandria VA Brother Donald, h/o Sharon Hines, Millersville Brother Dennis, h/o Fran Hines, Lititz A granddaughter Burial: Conestoga Memorial Park, Lancaster Co. PA Aug 30, 2001 Charles G. Mease, age 74 b. Nov 12, 1926 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Aug 28, 2001 Lebanon PA h/o late Doris Mease companion of Mary Houtz s/o late John H. & Mary (nee Hassler) Mease patient, Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon. resident, Cedar Haven cab driver, Lebanon, 14 years. Marine Corp veteran, Korean War. Last of his immediate family. burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Aug 30, 2001 Edith K. (nee Knowles) Duetsch, age 92 b. date not listed Habrouck Heights, NJ d. Aug 3, 2001 Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late John Duetsch parents not listed. Resident, Cornwall Manor, 15 years. Live in Tenafly NJ for 45 years before Cornwall Manor. Member, St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, Lebanon Survivors: Daughter Darrie Hinson, Dallas, TX Daughter Debbie Agee, Evanston, Illinois Four grandchildren A great-grandchild No burial. Her body was donated to the Hershey Medical Center. Aug 30, 2001 Evelyn B. (nee Bradt) Erickson, age 92 b. Jun 17, 1909 Springfield, Ohio d. Aug 23, 2001 Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Eric W. Erickson, who died 1965. D/o late Jessie E. & Zetta (nee Barker) Bradt Graduate, Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs NY Graduate, M.A. education, Columbia University Attended Middleburg College in Vermont Attended University of Rio Piedras, San Juan, Puerto Rico Taught French and Spanish, 38 years, Staatsburg, Mahopac, & Pelham High schools, NY Member, United Methodist Church of Good Shepherd, Lebanon Member, AARP Member, National Retired Teachers Association Member, Delta Kappa Gamma Society International Survivors: Daughter E. Elizabeth, w/o Keith Holman, Germantown, Maryland Sister Florence Schubert, Troy NY Sister Hilda Jenkins, Columbus OH A granddaughter Preceded in death by: Brother Donald Bradt Burial: location is not listed. Aug 31, 2001 George M. Weller, age 88 b. date not listed Orviston, Clinton Co. PA d. Aug 30, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Kathryn F. (nee Rayson) Weller s/o late Lester H. & Alice (nee Moody) Weller resident of Manheim formerly of Dauphin Co. & Flemington member, Hillside Church of Christ, Sinking Spring atteneded, Conewago Church of the Brethren, Hershey employed, Pennsylvania Game Commission 1949-1977 retired supervisor, Howard Tree Nursery, Howard enjoyed hunting and fishing. Survivors: Son Donald M., h/o Kay (nee Garnet) Weller, Manheim Daughter Beverly W., w/o Robin Kegerise, Womelsdorf Six grandchildren Seven great-grandchildren A great-great-grandchild. Preceded in death by: Sister Evelyn Smith Burial: Shenks Cemetery Aug 31, 2001 Mabel E. (nee Brown) Gassert, age 99 b. Jan 28, 1902 Greble, PA d. Aug 29, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Lowell M. Gassert, who died Apr 4, 1990. D/o late Amos & Emma (nee Hunsicker) Brown Resident, Manor Care, Lebanon Retired custodian, Steffy Shoe Factory, Avon Charter member, Lebanon Church of the Brethren Member, Lebanon Valley Brethren Home Auxiliary Former member, Avon Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary. Survivors: Daughter Helen G. Gass, Lebanon Sister Evelyn Blouch, Womelsdorf Five grandchildren Five great-grandchildren Two great-great-grandchildren Several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Son Harry Gassert Burial: Klopp's Union Cemetery, Fredericksburg, Lebanon Co. PA Aug 31, 2001 Irene F. (nee Templin) Barr, age 81 b. Feb 24, 1920 Hummelstown, Dauphin Co. PA d. Aug 28, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o Creighton K. Barr d/o late Harry D. & Mary M. (nee Minnick) Templin retired nurses aid, Snavely Nursing Home, Hershey worshipped, Lutheran faith Survivors: Son Lt. Col. Eugene D. Barr, Severn, Maryland Two grandchildren Preceded in death by: Daughter Michele D. Barr, who died in 1964 Cremation. Burial location no listed.