Obits: October 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. ************************************************ OCTOBER 2001 OBITURY ABSTRACTS LEBANON DAILY NEWS LEBANON, LEBANON CO, PENNSYLVANIA SUBMITTED BY KRISTA GABLE Updated 1/1/2005 Index by order listed. Oct 1, 2001 Walter B. Greiner, age 92 Oct 1, 2001 Lorraine R. (nee McKinney) Klein, age 82 Oct 1, 2001 Elizabeth Krasnansky, age 18 Oct 2, 2001 Floyd C. Greiner, age 80 Oct 2, 2001 Jules Buzgon, age 87 Oct 2, 2001 Scott J. Bowers, age 47 Oct 2, 2001 Ronald D. Fox Jr., age 22 Oct 3, 2001 Anna (nee Zimmerman) Weiler, age 77 Oct 3, 2001 Florence C. (nee Chittick) Schrack, age 94 Oct 3, 2001 Lucy M. (nee Schwear) Herr, age 94 Oct 3, 2001 William K. Faber, age 70 Oct 3, 2001 Earl F. Kauffman, age 74 Oct 3, 2001 John H. Swartswelder III, age 19 Oct 4, 2001 Paul D. Heilman, age 92 Oct 4, 2001 Harry B. Hackman, age 87 Oct 4, 2001 Kayla Ruth Shoemaker, age 3 months Oct 4, 2001 Robert A. Hetrick, age 88 Oct 4, 2001 Joseph N. Manz, age 84 Oct 4, 2001 Jules Buzgon, age 87 Oct 4, 2001 William Guy Sholly, age 67 Oct 4, 2001 Gladys S. (nee Spayd) Brown, age 90 Oct 5, 2001 Dr. Richard D. Schreiber, age 88 Oct 6, 2001 Harold 'Greg' Mann, age 64 Oct 6, 2001 Robert 'Bob' Lee Keppley, age 72 Oct 6, 2001 Bessie 'Bess' E. (nee Biege) Murdoch, age 82 Oct 6, 2001 Mabel C. Hoffman, age 85 Oct 6, 2001 George L. Spangler, age 84 Oct 7, 2001 Sara Elizabeth (nee Ruhl) Goshert, age 80 Oct 7, 2001 Josephine K. Fidler, age 68 Oct 7, 2001 Richard L. Ely, age 83 Oct 8, 2001 Richard O. Johnstone, age 71 Oct 8, 2001 Irene S. (nee Cherry) Irwin, age 74 Oct 9, 2001 Rebecca G. (nee Garber) Bell, age 87 Oct 9, 2001 Celina M. (nee ???) Leyshon, age 98 Oct 9, 2001 Russell J. "Russ" Bernhard, age 84 Oct 9, 2001 Elizabeth A. (nee Allen) Moudy, age 86 Oct 9, 2001 Anna Magyar, age 88 Oct 9, 2001 Roy Lee Fugate, age 69 Oct 10, 2001 Kenneth R. "Dick" Hostestter, age 74 Oct 10, 2001 Edwin E. Klick age 79 Oct 10, 2001 William J. Esbenshade, age 66 Oct 11, 2001 David Eugene J. Axe, age 63 Oct 12, 2001 Armond E. DeVincenzo, age 79 Oct 12, 2001 Mary C. (nee Christ) Martin, age 81 Oct 12, 2001 Shawn M. Kramer, age 26 Oct 12, 2001 James P. Linette, age 51 Oct 12, 2001 Phyllis E. (nee Jury) Peffley, age 75 Oct 12, 2001 Leon J. Merkey, age 79 Oct 12, 2001 Jeffrey L. Myers, age 39 Oct 13, 2001 Dorothy E. (nee Derr) Weaver, age 75 Oct 13, 2001 Dennis Lee "Dan" Reigle, age 61 Oct 13, 2001 Dorothy M. (nee Ember) Rowles, age 85 Oct 13, 2001 Nicholas Wechselberger, age 67 Oct 13, 2001 Jane M. "Jayme" (nee McDonnell) Steele, age 74 Oct 13, 2001 Edgar M. Drupp, age 77 Oct 13, 2001 John A. "Asher" Diener, age 83 Oct 14, 2001 Alice M. (nee Lehman) Klahr, age 89 Oct 14, 2001 Vergie B. (nee Arnold) Deck, age 93 Oct 14, 2001 George D. Cramer, age 65 Oct 14, 2001 Irene "Rene" (nee Hirsch) Heister, age 88 Oct 16, 2001 Mary Kathryn Forney (nee Hershey), age 95 Oct 15, 2001 Thomas M. Curtin, age 83 Oct 15, 2001 Eleanor E. Meyers, age 64 Oct 15, 2001 William R. Bieber, age 77 Oct 15, 2001 Mae M. (nee Stamm) Wartluft, age 92 Oct 15, 2001 Esther M. (nee Spencer) Smith, age 67 Oct 16, 2001 Julie Marie Kramer (nee Mullen), age 33 Oct 16, 2001 Toletha M. Sholly (nee Kleinfelter), age 69 Oct 16, 2001 Anna Mae (nee Hafer) Cline, age 83 Oct 16, 2001 Basil T. Lanphier Sr., no age listed Oct 16, 2001 Naomi A. Keller (nee Krall), age 72 Oct 16, 2001 Mary Kathryn Forney (nee Hershey), age 95 Oct 16, 2001 William M. Smith, Jr., age 65 Oct 16, 2001 Leon V. Miller, age 85 Oct 17, 2001 Anna Mae (nee Hafer) Cline, age 83 Oct 17, 2001 John Pompia, age 84 Oct 17, 2001 David M. Krall, age 48 Oct 17, 2001 Thomas M. Curtin, age 83 Oct 17, 2001 Earlene R. (nee Smith) Feeman, age 79 Oct 17, 2001 Marian E. Peters, age 71 Oct 17, 2001 William M. Smith Jr., age 65 Oct 17, 2001 Esther M. (nee Coleman) Trainor, age 92 Oct 17, 2001 Helen M. (nee Paruso) Heitsenrether, age 69 Oct 18, 2001 Helen M. (nee Paruso) Heitsenrether, age 69 Oct 18, 2001 Earlene R. (nee Smith) Feeman, age 79 Oct 18, 2001 Marion C. (nee Zimmerman) Boyer, age 86 Oct 19, 2001 Dr. William E. Tucker, age 49 Oct 19, 2001 Paul R. Spangler Jr., age 44 Oct 19, 2001 Anna M. (nee High) Wenger, age 83 Oct 19, 2001 Ina M. (nee Ritchie) Michenfelder Umberger, age 75 Oct 20, 2001 Mark J. Bucher, age 82 Oct 20, 2001 Adrian Rodriguez Sr., age 66 Oct 20, 2001 Wilbur W. Harnish, age 90 Oct 20, 2001 Robert Wheeler, age 85 Oct 20, 2001 Alma L. (nee Labe) Weiss, age 87 Oct 21, 2001 Ruth I. (nee Brightbill) Long, age 81 Oct 21, 2001 Franey E. (nee Wenger) Spang, age 81 Oct 21, 2001 Ruth E. (nee Soulliard) Burkhart, age 96 Oct 21, 2001 Adrian Rodriguez Sr., age 66 Oct 22, 2001 Charles B. West, age 92 Oct 22, 2001 Helen E. (nee Suhr) Miller, age 69 Oct 22, 2001 Harold W. "Zoomie" Henry, age 68 Oct 22, 2001 Margaret A. "Marge" (nee Knoll) Kendall, age 74 Oct 23, 2001 Carol B. (nee Brown) Kleinfelter, age 61 Oct 23, 2001 Anthony R. D'Agostino, age 20 Oct 23, 2001 Tangie M. (nee Arndt) Lockhart, age 50 Oct 23, 2001 William R. "Bob" Minnich, age 69 Oct 24, 2001 Mildred E. (nee Sechrist) Whitman, age 83 Oct 24, 2001 E. Paul Cokely Sr., age 81 Oct 24, 2001 Randall H. Greene Jr., age 45 Oct 24, 2001 Denis R. Bernard, age 60 Oct 25, 2001 Samuel H. Hoffman, age 74 Oct 25, 2001 Mary E. (nee Asper) Bomberger, age 98 Oct 25, 2001 Emma E. (nee Wagner) Spitler, age 85 Oct 25, 2001 Russell D. Whitman II, age 25 Oct 25, 2001 Clara K. (nee Stoudt) Snyder Clark, age 74 Oct 25, 2001 Maggie E. (Labe) Hoffa, age 80 Oct 25, 2001 Naomi A. (nee Gibson) Miller, age 86 Oct 26, 2001 Joseph E. Wise, age 19 Oct 26, 2001 Maggie E. (nee Labe) Hoffa, age 80 Oct 26, 2001 Maria (nee Pfieffer) Berger, age 87 Oct 27, 2001 Sara E. (nee Pickett) Hoff, age 78 Oct 27, 2001 Randolph A. "Bud" Shroyer, age 79 Oct 29, 2001 John R. "Jack" Sweitzer, age 65 Oct 29, 2001 Maurice Lami (Tai Nguon Lam), age 82 Oct 29, 2001 Frank P. Woefling, age 91 Oct 29, 2001 Erma M. (nee Russial) Murphy, age 80 Oct 29, 2001 Otto Bender, age 74 Oct 29, 2001 John B. Gish, age 90 Oct 29, 2001 Walter Marvin Cox, age 89 Oct 30, 2001 John "Johnny" Doris, age 87 Oct 30, 2001 Florence M. (nee Bankes) Krueger, age 91 Oct 30, 2001 John Harvey George, age 78 Oct 30, 2001 Kenneth R. Seltzer, age 64 Oct 30, 2001 Henry F. Kenner, age 88 Oct 30, 2001 Nettie (nee Carter) Fleck, age 76 Oct 30, 2001 Karl S. Russell Jr., age 82 Oct 31, 2001 Leonard F. Gerhart, age 62 Oct 31, 2001 Irvin L. Rhoad, age 80 Oct 31, 2001 Edwin W. Shuey, age 87 Oct 31, 2001 Virginia C. (nee Sinclair) Lambert, age 69 Oct 1, 2001 Walter B. Greiner, age 92 b. date not listed Mt. Joy Twp., Lancaster Co. PA d. Sep 29, 2001 Manheim, Lancaster Co. PA w/o late Aaron & Mary (nee Boyd) Greiner served in the Army's forest headquarters division during WW2 retired 1974 after working 10 years as a road crew maintenance worker for Lancaster Division of the State Dept of Transportation. Caretaker for the Colebrook Trinity Lutheran Cemetery for a number of years. Member, Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Colebrook Member, Mt. Joy American Legion Member, PA State Fox Hunter's Association Member, Milton Grove Sportsman Club Survivors: Brother Franklin B., h/o Edith E. Greiner, Mt. Joy Brother Earl B. Greiner, Manheim Sister Nora Youtz, Elizabethtown Preceded in death by: Brothers George, Harvey, Arthur and Harding Sister Marge Hoffer Burial: Colebrook Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Colebrook, Lancaster Co. PA Oct 1, 2001 Lorraine R. (nee McKinney) Klein, age 82 b. Nov 17, 1918 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Sep 30, 2001 Lebanon PA w/o late Joseph A. Klein, Jr., who died Mar 18, 2001. D/o late Paul & Mae (nee Rank) McKinney 1936 Graduate of Lebanon H. S. survivors: Son Joseph A. Klein III, Thomasville GA Son Peter P. Klein, Phoenixville Son Thomas J. Klein, Lebanon Son Theodore W. Klein, Lebanon Daughter Mary Ellen, w/o Timothy Pyles, Lebanon Daughter Rebecca M., w/o James Veser, Lebanon Daughter Patrice K., w/o Peter Garrett, Palmyra Daughter Michelle L., w/o Stephen Levin, Atlanta GA Daughter Susan K., w/o Thomas Keller, Newmanstown Brother Donald McKinney, Lake Charles LA Brother Dee McKinney, Tyler TX Sister Joan Derry, Hemet, CA Sister Sylvia, w/o William Hanna, Cambria CA 17 grandchildren 12 great grandchildren Preceded in death by: Daughter Winifred M. Klein Burial: location is not listed! Oct 1, 2001 Elizabeth Krasnansky, age 18 b. date not provided Allentown, PA d. Sep 28, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA d/o Michael & Joan (nee Lockard) Krasnansky, Allentown student at Lebanon Valley College member, St. Paul's Roman Catholic Church, Allentown volunteered, St. Luke's Allentown Campus 2001 graduate, Dieruff H. S. Participated in its Air Force ROTC program for 2 years. Standout shot putter and discus thrower. Survivors: Brother Sean M. Krasnansky, Allentown Maternal Grandfather Earl Lockard, Pen Argyl Burial: location is not listed. Oct 2, 2001 Floyd C. Greiner, age 80 b. May 20, 1921 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA d. Sep 30, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Eleanor L. (nee Bachman) Greiner, married 57 years, August 2001. S/o late Louis B. & Myrtle (nee Clay) Greiner Originally from PA, the Greiners moved to San Bernadino Co. California, and lived there 38 years Before moving to North Carolina for 12 years. They returned to Lebanon County, three years ago. Retired investment counselor Former employee, Palmyra Bank and Trust Co., Palmyra Graduate, 1939, Palmyra High School Received his investment brokers license in California Army Air force staff sergeant in WW2 Member, 561st AAF Base Unit. Attended, Annville Church of the Brethren Survivors: Son Kraig Bachman Greiner, Gold Beach OR Son Christopher Nathan, h/o Sherry Greiner, Pinnacle NC Daughter Constance Lorraine Showler, Highland CA Daughter Nancy Elaine Safavi, Walnut Creek CA Daughter Elizabeth Anne, w/o Dennis Babcock, Petaluma CA Sister Rachel Breidenstine, Palmyra Five grandchildren Two great-grandchildren Two nephews. Burial: South Annville Cemetery, South Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 2, 2001 Jules Buzgon, age 87 b. May 8, 1914 Lithuania (Europe) d. Oct 1, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Sara (nee Gordon) Buzgon, to whom he was married 65 years on May 10, 2001. S/o late Henry & Ida (nee Mitchelman) Buzgon Owned and operated Jules Beauty Supply for 32 years in Lebanon Retired in 1982 Navy veteran of WW2, having served in the North Atlantic aboard the USS Arkansas & USS Tomich, and 2 years at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. Former member, PA National Guard, Chester Member, Congregation Beth Israel, Lebanon Member, B'nai Brith Lodge, Lebanon, where he was member of the Century Club Member, Navy Club Ship 91 Member, first Aid and Safety Patrol Member, American Legion Member, Lebanon Senior Center, where he was known as "Minnesota Fats" for his billiards prowess. Member, Friendship Fire Co. Member, Men's Club of the Congregation Member, Lebanon Country Club Member, local blood bank Avid golfer, bowler and dancer. Survivors: Son Attorney Bernard A., h/o Marcia Buzgon, Lebanon Sister Minnie Rudnick, Media Brother Reuben Buzgon, Boynton Beach, FL Granddaughter Numerous nieces and nephews. Burial: Beth Israel Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Oct 2, 2001 Scott J. Bowers, age 47 b. Feb 8, 1954 Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Sep 30, 2001 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA h/o Pamela R. (nee Warner) Bowers s/o Joseph & Jean (nee Smith) Bowers Graduate, 1973, Pine Grove High School Navy veteran, Vietnam War. Member, Hetzel's Church, Pine Grove Member, Teamster's Local 830 Member, HH & L Fire Co. No. 1, Pine Grove Employed, Metal Caster, 13 years, Post Precision. Survivors: Son John Bowers, Tremont Daughter Jennifer DuBois, Rock Daughter Bonita Lamberth, Tremont Daughter Casandra Bowers, Tremont Brother Michael Bowers, Pine Grove Sister Marsha Kline, Bettendorf, Iowa Seven grandchildren Four nephews and a niece. Burial: Charles Baber Cemetery, Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA Oct 2, 2001 Ronald D. Fox Jr., age 22 b. Feb 7, 1979 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Sep 30, 2001 Hummelstown, Dauphin Co. PA s/o Linda (nee Lehn) Fox w/o Robert Keith, and the late Ronald D. Fox Sr. employed short time, cook, DŽjˆ vu Eatery, Hummesltown before this, part-time employee of Macino's Restaurant & R. C. Landscaping, Richland Graduate, 1977, Elco High School, Myerstown Member, varsity football In his younger years, played soccer, basketball, baseball for Heidelberg Twp. Recreation Association in Schaefferstown Member, Millcreek Rod & Gun Club, Newmanstown Enjoyed music, playing guitar and Frisbee Golf Survivors: Brother Harry, h/o Jennifer Fox, Ft. Bragg NC Step-brother Jason Keith, Richland Step-sister Connie, w/o Steve Gentery, Lancaster Step-sister Bonnie Keith, Lancaster Maternal Grandmother Flora Lehn, Richland Burial: Schaefferstown Cemetery, Schaefferstown, Lebanon Co. PA Oct 3, 2001 Anna (nee Zimmerman) Weiler, age 77 b. date not listed Millport PA d. Oct 2, 2001 Ephrata, Lancaster Co. PA d/o late Noah W. & Elizabeth (nee Wise) Zimmerman homemaker member, Springville Mennonite Church, Ephrata Twp. Enjoyed traveling and quiliting. Survivors: Son David L., h/o Edna (nee Zimmerman) Weiler, Bloomfield Iowa Son Noah W. Weiler, Sarasota FL Son Sid, h/o Ruth (nee Landis) Weiler, Sarasota FL Son Harold L., h/o Charlene (nee Martin) Weiler, Mt. Joy Son Irvin W., h/o Diane (nee Klick) Weiler, Richland Sister Edith (nee Zimmerman), w/o Eli Burkholder, Myerstown Sister Eva (nee Zimmerman) Brubaker, Myerstown Sister Elizabeth (nee Zimmerman), w/o Melvin Horst, Stevens Sister Bertha (nee Zimmerman), w/o Allen Weaver, Lititz Sister Verna (nee Zimmerman), w/o John Martin, Denver PA 22 grandchildren 10 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Sister Edna (nee Zimmerman) Groff. Burial: Springfield Mennonite Church Cemetery, Ephrata Twp., Lancaster Co. PA Oct 3, 2001 Florence C. (nee Chittick) Schrack, age 94 b. date not listed Boyertown PA d. Oct 1, 2001 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA w/o John H. Schrack d/o late John & Mabel (nee Shirey) Chittick 1925 Graduate, Boyertown H. S. 1929 Graduate, University of PA, w/ a B.A. in German and Latin Taught English in Governor Mifflin School District 12 years. Language teacher 15 years Wyomissing School District Member, Freidens Lutheran Church, Myerstown Survivors: Daughter Mary Margaret Langley, Frankfort IL 3 grandchildren 3 great-grandchildren burial: Union Cemetery, Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA Oct 3, 2001 Lucy M. (nee Schwear) Herr, age 94 b. Jan 25, 1907 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 2, 2001 Lebanon PA w/o late Oscar L. Herr, who died Jul 1, 1997. D/o late John L & Mary E. (nee Shaffer) Schwear Home maker Member, Zion United Methodist Church, Lebanon Survivors: Daughter Pauline Martin, Lebanon Daughter Phyllis, w/o David Moyer, Lebanon Daughter Doris, w/o Sylvester H. "Sonny" Rohrer, Lebanon Son Walter Herr, Lebanon Son Eugene, h/o Vickie Herr, Lebanon 15 grandchildren 26 great-grandchildren number nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Sisters Mabel Schwear, Mary Frick, Susan Royer & Annie Bucher Brothers John Schwear and Charles Schwear Burial: Iona United Methodist Church, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Oct 3, 2001 William K. Faber, age 70 b. Aug 12, 1931 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 1, 2001 Lebanon PA h/o Mary L. (nee Wenrich) Faber s/o late Clarence W. & Edith R. (nee Long) Faber retired self-employed roofer Army veteran of Korean War. Life member and past psot commander Lebanon VFW Life member, Annville Legion Member of the Military Order of Cootie Member, VFW Firing Squad Member, Friendship & Neversink Fire co. Member, Liberty Marching Club Member, Indiantown Gap Memorial Council & Veteran's Adivsory Volunteer Services Treasurer, Northside Civic League & Veterans Advisory Council Service officer for the VFW Survivors: Son Kevin Faber, Schuylkill Haven Step-son Richard C. Anderson, Cleona Step-dau Angela Ann Laudermilch, Lebanon 4 step-grandchildren several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Brothers Clarence W. Faber Jr. & Sterling R. Faber Sister Gladys D. Faber Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 3, 2001 Earl F. Kauffman, age 74 b. Feb 3, 1927 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 1, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Lucille V. (nee Smith) Kauffman d/o Earl G. & Lucina F. Kauffman 1944 Graduate, Annville H. S. 1949 Graduate Lebanon Valley College taught in Elkton MD and retired from Lebanon City Schools after 25 years. Previously worked was Prudential Insurance Co. for 17 years. Past Board member, Lebanon Community Theatre Life member, Lebanon County Historical Society Former president Lebanon Jaycees in 1959. First President of the New Annville H. S. Alumni Association Former chairman, Lebanon Co. March of Dimes Member, Friends of Old Annville Member, Zembo Shrine, Harrisburg Consistory Member, Mt. Olivet Lodge 704 Member, Salem Lutheran Church, where he was former choir member and Men of Salem Navy veteran Member, Annville American Legion for over 50 years. Survivors: Daughter Beth, w/o Thomas E. Jordan, Lebanon Daughter Sue Ellen Kauffman, Seattle, WA Sister Sallie Ann Moore, Houston TX 2 grandchildren 2 nieces and 2 nephews burial: Creamation. No burial location noted. Oct 3, 2001 John H. Swartswelder III, age 19 b. Aug 9, 1982 Charlotttesville, VA d. Oct 1, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA s/o Kathy M. (nee Rhoads) Beck and John H. Swartswelder Jr Opener for Burger King, Harrisburg 2001 Graduate, Northern Lebanon H. S. Certified Carpenter through the Lebanon Co. Career & Technology Center, Lebanon Survivors: Sister Michelle L. Franco, Lebanon Sister Tabitha A. Swartswelder, Lebanon Fiancee Heather S. McCallin, Harrisburg Maternal Grandmother Tamah (nee Firestone) Rhoads Clentimack, Lebanon Paternal Grandparents John H. Jr. & Sally Swartswelder, Daytona FL Step-father Mark Galentine, Harrisburg Step-mother Diane E. Swartswelder, Jonestown Step-sis Darline E. Swartswelder, Annville Step-sis TeAnna E. Swartswelder, Lebanon Step-sis Roshontia A. Swartswelder, Jonestown Step-bro Karl R. Swartswelder, Jonestown 4 uncles and an aunt. Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 4, 2001 Paul D. Heilman, age 92 b. Nov 7, 1908 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 3, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o late Dora K. (nee Yerger) Heilman, who died in 1998. S/o late Simon & Mattie (nee Kreider) Heilman Book kepper for P & P cycle in Lebanon Previously a salesman for Krim Beverage, Lebanon 1927 Graduate, Annville H. S. 1929 Graudate, Bauer's Secretarial College, Lebanon Army Veteran of WW2, Battle of the Bulge, received the Purple Heart and Bronze Star. Member, Annville American Legion Member, Hill Lutheran Church, Lebanon, where he was past president, secretary and treasurer of church Council, Sunday school teacher, choir member Former President of the Lutheran Brotherhood of the church and Lebanon Co. Sunday School superintendent and Luther League adviser. Survivors: Son James P., h/o Arlene K. Heilman, Cleona Son Gary L. Heilman, Annville Daughter Patricia A. Pasterer, Lebanon Daughter Sally L., w/o Robert Bachman, Palmyra 7 grandchildren 9 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brothers Lloyd & Lester Heilman Burial: Hill Church Cemetery, Cleona, Lebanon Co. PA Oct 4, 2001 Harry B. Hackman, age 87 b. Jul 14, 1914 Clay Twp., Lancaster Co. PA d. Oct 3, 2001 S. Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA h/o Irene A. (nee Hershey) Hackman, w/whom he celebrated 67 years, Aug 2001. S/o late Ezra & Clara (nee Blecker) Hackman Retired self-employed dairy farmer in South Annville Twp. Member, Rocherty United Methodist Church, Lebanon Survivors: Son Jeffrey L., h/o Kathy Hackman, Lebanon Daughter Jannette, w/o Karl Myers, Annville Daughter Christine, w/o Lyle Bowser, Lebanon 6 grandchildren 2 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Daughter Eunice A. Hackman Burial: South Annville Cemetery, S. Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 4, 2001 Kayla Ruth Shoemaker, age 3 months b. Jun 14, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 2, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA d/o Paula Shoemaker survivors: Brother Carl Scott Shoemaker, Lebanon Maternal Grandmother Judy (nee Blauch) Shoemaker, Lebanon Maternal Great Granmother Pauline Blauch, Palmyra 2 aunts. Burial: North Bellegrove Cemetery, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 4, 2001 Robert A. Hetrick, age 88 b. Sep 30, 1912 Shellsville PA d. Sep 29, 2001 Egret Cove Center, Treasure Island FL s/o late Benjamin & Minnie (nee Rhoads) Hetrick retired chef at the former Hershey Estate's Parkview Manor Club House Army veteran of WW2, where he served as personal chef to Gen. George Marshall Former charter member, United Church of Christ, Church of the Redeemer, Hershey Charter member, Friendship Community Church, Treasure Island FL Member, Hershey Amercian Legion Post 386 Survivors: Sister Eva Boltz, Lebanon Number of nieces and nephews Burial: nothing is listed! Oct 4, 2001 Joseph N. Manz, age 84 b. Sep 20, 1917 Fredericksburg, Lebanon Co.PA d. Oct 3, 2001 Campbelltown, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Florence (nee Donton) Manz, they had been married 64 years. S/o late Nicholas & Theresa (nee Marshall) Manz Retired from Bethlehem Steel's former Lebanon Plant Avid golfer and hunter Member, Maenerchor club Member, St. Gertrude's Club Member, Friendship Fire Co. Member, Keystone Gun Club Member, State Fireman's Association Survivors: Son James, h/o Marilyn Manz, Lebanon Son Joseph N. Manz Jr., Lebanon Daughter Joan, w/o Luis Morales, Lebanon Daughter Kathryn, w/o Gary Longenecker, Jonestown Daughter Janet, w/o Wayne Bates Sr., Annville 9 grandchildren 10 great-grandchildren burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N. Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 4, 2001 Jules Buzgon, age 87 b. May 8, 1914 Lithuania (Europe) d. Oct 1, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Sara (nee Gordon) Buzgon, to whom he was married 65 years on May 10, 2001. S/o late Henry & Ida (nee Mitchelman) Buzgon Owned and operated Jules Beauty Supply for 32 years in Lebanon Retired in 1982 Navy veteran of WW2, having served in the North Atlantic aboard the USS Arkansas & USS Tomich, and 2 years at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. Former member, PA National Guard, Chester Member, Congregation Beth Israel, Lebanon Member, B'nai Brith Lodge, Lebanon, where he was member of the Century Club Member, Navy Club Ship 91 Member, first Aid and Safety Patrol Member, American Legion Member, Lebanon Senior Center, where he was known as "Minnesota Fats" for his billiards prowess. Member, Friendship Fire Co. Member, Men's Club of the Congregation Member, Lebanon Country Club Member, local blood bank Avid golfer, bowler and dancer. Survivors: Son Attorney Bernard A., h/o Marcia Buzgon, Lebanon Sister Minnie Rudnick, Media Brother Reuben Buzgon, Boynton Beach, FL Granddaughter Numerous nieces and nephews. Burial: Beth Israel Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Oct 4, 2001 William Guy Sholly, age 67 b. Mar 3, 1934 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 2, 2001 Lebanon PA h/o Slyvia J. (nee Steiner) Sholly, w/whom he celebrated 49 years, April 2001. S/o Ruth (nee Daub) Sholly Getz and the late George Sholly Retired as grinder at Quaker Alloy Ð 25 years. Member, River of Life Church of God, where he served as custodian for many years. Taught Teddy Bear Sunday school Class w/his wife. Played semi-pro football for the 5th ward A. C. Enjoyed fishing and was an avid Penn State fan. Survivors: Son William C., h/o Deanne Sholly, Lebanon Son Ricky L. Sholly, Lebanon Daughter Debra, w/o Richard T. Ray Jr., Lebanon Brother Thomas, h/o Merna Sholly, Lebanon Brother Cyril Sholly, Bellefonte Brother Edward Sholly, h/o Barbara Getz, Jonestown Sister Lucy, w/o Lester Steiner, Lebanon Sister Linda, w/o Thomas VanBrundt, Lebanon 4 grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brothers Raymond & George Sholly Sister Jean Reed Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N. Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 4, 2001 Gladys S. (nee Spayd) Brown, age 90 b. Oct 12, 1910 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 2, 2001 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Ernest G. Brown d/o late Guy L. & Bessie (nee Boyer) Spayd retired secretary for the Boy Scouts of America 5 years service. Had worked 4 years Zweier's Market, Lebanon Had been employed 33 years former Haak Brothers Dept Store, Lebanon Member, Grace United Church of Christ, Lebanon Survivors: Nieces and a nephew and their families. Burial: Hershey Cemetery, Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA Oct 5, 2001 Dr. Richard D. Schreiber, age 88 b. Jun 15, 1913 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 3, 2001 North Cornwall Twp., Lebanon Co. PA h/o late Isabel G. (nee Grissinger) Schreiber, who died Feb 10, 1993. S/o late George W. & Sarah #stehr (nee Hummel) Schreiber 1930 Graduate Lebanon H. S. 1934 Graduate Lebanon Valley College 1938 Graudate University of Pennsylvania served his residency at the Reading Hospital began his practice in Lebanon, 1940 for 60 years. Served as Lebanon's mayor 1960 Ð 1964 Avid singer Member, Apollo Glee Club Member, Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lebanon Where he was in its Senior Choir and men's chorus Served on congregation council for several years. Survivors: Daughter Sara Kate, w/o Peter Platz, Greensburg SC Daughter Susan S., w/o Theodore "Ted" Fisher III, Lebanon Daughter M. Lucinda Dietz, Lebanon Daughter Isabel S. Eckman, Lebanon Son G. William, h/o Anne Schreiber, Lebanon 13 grandchildren 3 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Son Richard D. Schreiber Jr. Daughter Martha M. Morgan. He was the last of his immediate family. Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Oct 6, 2001 Harold 'Greg' Mann, age 64 b. date not provided no location listed d. Sep 10, 2001 Chicago, IL s/o late Beulah (nee Frantz) Clevenger and the Harold John Mann former Palmyra Police Officer. At the time of his death he was a Executive Director of the Pilsen Together Chamber of Commerce 1955 Graduate of Myerstown H. S. Survivors: Sister Anita Nielsen, Lake Wales, FL 1 niece. Burial: nothing is listed. Memorial mass was held in Chicago. Oct 6, 2001 Robert 'Bob' Lee Keppley, age 72 b. Apr 1, 1929 Heidelberg Twp., Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 5, 2001 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA h/o late Arlene (nee Carpenter) Keppley. S/o late Paul & Elizabeth (nee Wolf) Keppley Employed by Dairy Herd Improvement Association of State College, retired 1994. Received an award from the association on Jun 25 this year for most years of service as a milk tester. Member, St. Luke's Lutheran Church, Schaefferstown Life member, Millcreek Rod & Gun club, Newmanstown Member, Newmanstown Fire Co. 1947 Graduate of Schaefferstown H. S. survivors: Sister Ruth, w/o Enos Kupp, Newmanstown Step-son James Reed, Manheim Step-son Kenneth Reed, Lititz 3 nieces and 4 nephews Preceded in death by: Sons Robert Lee Keppley Jr. and Jeffrey Lynn Keppley Brother Gene Keppley Sister Elsie Gromis Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 6, 2001 Bessie 'Bess' E. (nee Biege) Murdoch, age 82 b. Apr 16, 1919 Farrell PA d. Oct 5, 2001 Reading, Berks Co. PA w/o late Charles E. Murdoch, who died 1999 d/o late Nevin & Gladys (nee Adsit) Biege worshipped in the Methodist faith enjoyed playing bridge and gardening 1937 Graduate of Farrell H. S., Farrell PA survivors: Son Charles R., h/o Debbie Murdoch, Spring Lake, Michigan Son David, h/o Marlene Murdoch, Newmanstown Sister Alice Pfiffner, Myerstown 4 grandchildren 2 great-grandchildren Oct 6, 2001 Mabel C. Hoffman, age 85 b. Mar 13, 1916 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 5, 2001 Myerstown PA d/o late Charles & Tamah (nee Lebo) Hoffman worked for the former Durable Shoe Factory, Myerstown member, Tulpehocken United Church of Christ, Richland enjoyed quilting and helping at church banquets taught Sunday school for 40 years. Surviving are several cousins. She was the last of her immediate family. Burial: Tulpehocken UCC Cemetery, Richland, Lebanon Co. PA Oct 6, 2001 George L. Spangler, age 84 b. Apr 26, 1917 Mt. Zion, PA d. Oct 4, 2001 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Katherine B. (nee Darcas) Spangler s/o late John G. & Hattie R. (nee Kline) Spangler 1935 Graduate, Fredericksburg H. S. Served in the Air Force during WW2. Retired dispatcher from Atlantic Richfield Oil Co., Reading Attended Lebanon Valley Bible Church Member, Mt. Olivet Lodge #704 F & AM Member, Gideon's International Survivors: Son John C., h/o Anne Spangler, Freehold NJ Son James T., h/o Sandra Spangler, Lebanon Daughter Cheryl A., w/o Hubert Harmon Jr., Lebanon Daughter Kaye M., w/o Brian Miller, Jonestown Brother Miles E. h/o Mary Spangler, Lebanon Sister Mary E. Harman, Lincoln Park 8 grandchildren burial: Zion "Goshert's" United Church of Christ Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Oct 7, 2001 Sara Elizabeth (nee Ruhl) Goshert, age 80 b. Mar 20, 1921 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 6, 2001 Lebanon PA w/o Robert M. Goshert, w/whom he celebrated 60 years, April 30, 2001 d/o late Grant K. Ruhl and Amy S. (nee Brubaker) Ruhl retired seamstress from Colebrook Terry Mfg, Colebrook attended Quentin United Church of Christ 1937 Graduate Cornwall H. S. member, Quentin Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary Survivors: Daughter Lonna Goshert, Quentin Daughter Jane, w/o John Shultz, Lititz Sister Edna Hammer, Dover Brother Allen Ruhl, Morgantown Brother Simon Ruhl, Washington Brother Richard Ruhl, Mohnton 3 grandchildren number nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Brothers Cyrus Ruhl and G. Wilmer Ruhl Sister Verna Snyder Burial: Quentin Cemetery, Biscmarck, Lebanon Co. PA Oct 7, 2001 Josephine K. Fidler, age 68 b. Apr 11, 1933 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Oct 5, 2001 Middletown, Dauphin Co. PA d/o late Webster Samuel & Jennie M. (nee Daub) Fidler member, St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Middletown 1951 Graduate, Pine Grove H. S. employed as a hairdresser Survivors: Daughter Davett L. Wachtman, Middletown Daughter Delise K. Bird, New York 4 grandchildren sister June Fenstermacher, Schuylkill Haven nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Sister Eleanor Springer & Ragina Wilhelm Burial: St. John's Lutheran Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA Oct 7, 2001 Richard L. Ely, age 83 b. Jun 30, 1928 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 5, 2001 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Antoinette L. (nee Garisto) Ely s/o late Elmer & Eleanor (nee Dearolf) Ely retired pressman from the Patriot-News Co., Harrisburg after retiring worked part-time at Lauck's in Palmyra member, Bethany United Methodist Church, Palmyra member, Graphics Communications Union member, Union Fire Hose Co. No. 1, Lebanon, where he was secretary 17 years received the Edward W. Johnson Sr. Memorial Ward charter member, Fire Museum of Greater Harrisburg Survivors: Daughter Amy Louise, w/o James R. Tyner, Palmyra Son Richard Jacob, h/o Regina Ann Ely, Lancaster Sister Madelyn White, Lebanon 2 grandchildren Buried: Gravel Hill Cemetery, N.Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 8, 2001 Richard O. Johnstone, age 71 b. date not listed Oak Park, Illinois d. Oct 7, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Mary Ann (nee Diffenderfer) Kreider Johnstone, to whom he was married 16 years, Mar 2001. S/o late Alan Robert & Gladys Maude (nee Snyder) Johnstone. Navy career man, he enlisted in 1948. Among his assignments were w/the blimp squadron in Lakehurst NJ and aboard the USS Forrestal and the USS Atka. In 1959 began attending Penn State University Ð receive a B. S. degree in Physics in Jan 1963 Taught reactor principles and physics at nuclear power school, Bainbridge MD Served aboard the USS Mazama with a tour of duty in Vietam Finished his naval career in 1973, retiring a lieutenant Commander After his naval career, employed as a real estate agent at Penn Realty in Manheim, 2 years 1975, joined Fulton Bank in Lancaster as a trust real-estate officer in the trust dept. Retired as senior trust real estate officer in May 2000. Former member, St. James Episcopal Church, Lancaster Attended East Fairview Church of the Brethren, Manheim Member, Lancaster Co. Board of Realtors Member, Penn State Alumni Association Member, Retired Officer Association Member, United States Amateur Ballroom Dancing Association Past president, Red Rose Barbershop Chorus Hobbies include: traveling, gardening, ballroom dancing, collecting American Art Pottery. Survivors: Sister Anne, w/o Jack Stumpf, Scottsdale AZ Sister Mary Frances, w/o Joseph Vacaro, Colorado Springs CO Buried: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, East Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 8, 2001 Irene S. (nee Cherry) Irwin, age 74 b. Jun 14, 1927 Tipton PA d. Oct 7, 2001 East Stroudsburg, PA w/o Fred M. Irwin, w/whom she observed 55 years Mar 2001. S/o late G. Raymond & Selma (nee Caswell) Cherry 1945 Graduate Bellwood Antis H. S. member, Slate Belt Chapter AARP Cub Scout den mother Girl Scout leader Volunteer for Multiple Sclerosis Society Taught exercise classes at Blue Valley Senior Citizens Center Survivors: Daughter Linda S. Gundrum, Pine Grove Step-mother Marie Walters Cherry, Tipton Son Fred M. Cherry Jr., Chester Son William G. Cherry, Bangor Daughter Sherre I. Mitchell, Scottsdale AZ Half-sister Janet Grove, Tyrone Half-sister Judy Heaton, Tyrone Half-sister Leann Miller, Tipton 4 grandchildren Preceded in death by: Half-brother Victor Raymond Cherry A grandson burial: Centreville Cemetery, Upper Mt. Bethel Twp. PA Oct 9, 2001 Rebecca G. (nee Garber) Bell, age 87 b. Feb 12, 1914 Harrisonburg, VA d. Oct 7, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o late George W. Bell d/o late W. F. & Isa (nee Miller) Garber Retired shoe dresser from the former W. L. Kreider Shoe Factory after 35 years. Former Sunday School teacher and superintendent from 1945 Ð 1995 Member, Palmyra Church of the Brethren Elected a life-time deaconess in 1952. Key Lady of the Lebanon Valley Brethren Home Auxillary Avid quilter and gardener. Suvivors: Son George W. II, h/o Patricia Bell, Palmyra Daughter Evelyn B., w/o Paul Dietz, Palmyra Sister Ruth, w/o Kenneth Grubb, Sebring, FL 3 grandchildren 3 great-grandchildren Preced in death by: Brothers Ralph Garber and Raymond Garber Sister Edna Weaver Buried: Gravel Hill Cemetery, N.Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 9, 2001 Celina M. (nee ???) Leyshon, age 98 b. Sep 10, 1903 Trenton, NJ d. Oct 7, 2001 Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Bernard A. Leyshorn parents are not listed! Survivors: Daughter Eileen L., w/o Lambert T. Warman Jr., Lebanon Daughter Margaret L. Cole, Rochester NY 6 grandchildren 7 great-grandchildren She was the last of her immediate family. buried: location is not listed! Oct 9, 2001 Russell J. "Russ" Bernhard, age 84 b. Jun 17, 1917 Nazareth, Lehigh Co. PA d. Oct 8, 2001 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA h/o late Fern S. (nee Filbert) Bernhard s/o late Willis E. & Carrie M. (nee Bonser) Bernhard Self-employed excavation contractor Former owner/operator Green Acres Mobile Home Park Army Veteran of WW2, serving 2 years in European Theater of Operations Member, Myerstown American Legion Member, Traveler's Protective Association Post E, Lebanon Member, Prescott Fire Co. Member, Senior Center Lebanon Member, AARP Senior Member, Antique Automobile of America Club, Lebanon Charter Member, Friendship Fire Co. Survivors: Son Bryon D. Bernhard, Harrisburg Son Douglas E. Bernhard, Elizabethtown Daughter Linda M., w/o Lester Zatko, Bainbridge Step-dau Donna M., w/o Clifford Goshert, Lebanon Step-son Eric Klopp, Walnut Bottom Sister Evelyn M., w/o William Fitzpatrick, Lebanon 4 grandchildren several nieces and nephews Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Oct 9, 2001 Elizabeth A. (nee Allen) Moudy, age 86 b. Nov 8, 1914 DeWitt County, Texas d. Oct 5, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Donald S. Moudy, who she married in 1944 d/o late Arthur James & Martha Ann (nee McGehee) Allen Her great-grandfather was James Lemuel Allen, a courier who was reportedly the last messenger to leave the Alamo in San Antonio before its fall in 1836. After graduating from H.S., she completed two years of college, Victoria Junior College Enrolled Memorial Hospital School of Nursing in Houston, TX 1944 earned her Nursing Degree in nursing education from Millersville State College in 1965. Served as a nurse in various capacitites in Lebanon Co. since 1944. Retired 1979 as director of the Visiting Nurses Assoc. Member, St. Luke's Episcopal Church, Lebanon Member, National & State Nurses Associations Member, Order of White Shrine of Jerusalem No. 56 Member, Daughters of the Republic of Texas Life Member, Order of Eastern Star #115 Member, Senior Center Survivors: Sister Mildred, w/o Carl Duhon, New Braunfels, TX 2 nephews a great-niece Buried: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, East Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 9, 2001 Anna Magyar, age 88 b. Nov 8, 1912 Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 7, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d/o late Frank & Anna (nee Farda) Magyar Retired, Lebanon Packaging Co. Member, St. Mary's Church Survivors: Sister Ethel Brewer, Lebanon Sister Rose Wise, Lebanon Sister Mary Beard, Reading A nephew, she raised Kenneth Michael Sr., Lebanon buried: Holy Savior Cemetery, Cornwall, Lebanon Co. PA Oct 9, 2001 Roy Lee Fugate, age 69 b. date not listed Perry County, Kentucky d. Oct 7, 2001 Sanford, North Carolina h/o Joan (nee Neal) Fugate s/o late Isaac Shelby & the Sarah (nee Johnson) Fugate Air Force during the Korean War Retired director of distribution with the Hershey Chocolate Co. Survivors: Son Ronald L. Fugate, Belle Meade, NJ Son Robert A. Fugate, Willow Springs, NC Brother Donald Fugate, Statesville, NC Sister Hazel Rickie, Lakeland FL 3 grandchildren buried: Sandhills State Veterans Cemetery, Spring Lake, North Carolina Oct 10, 2001 Kenneth R. "Dick" Hostestter, age 74 b. Oct 22, 1926 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 9, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Fern I. (nee Kaylor) Hostestter s/o late Ira L. Sr. & Elizabeth Mae (nee Flowers) Hostetter retired sporting goods salesman for more than 40 years, working for the former Eastern Shooters, Tremont working Matthews & Boucher, Rochester NY 1944 Graduate of Palmyra H. S. Navy veteran. Member, Hill United Church of Christ and its Golden Rule Sunday school class and men's choir. Member, International Benchrest Shooters Association Member, Brownstone Lodge 666 F & AM in Hershey Lifetime member of the National Rifle Association Lifetime member, Citizens Fire Co., Palmyra Attended John Grace hunting camp in Potter Co. PA for many years Former administrative board member of Boy Scouts Troop 77. Enjoyed collecting primitive antiques, woodworking, making candles and cooking with cast-iron cookery. Survivors: Son Todd A., h/o Gretchen Hostetter, Mt. Joy. A Granddaughter 2 nephews He was preceded in death by: Brother Ira "Chub" Hostetter. Burial: Mt.Annville Cemetery, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 10, 2001 Edwin E. Klick age 79 b. Aug 30, 1922 Bethel Twp, PA d. Oct 8, 2001 Reading, Berks Co. PA h/o late Dorothy E. (nee Haak) Klick, who died Jan 3, 1997. S/o late Elias 7 Katie (nee Spatz) Klick Retired 1981, Dana Corp., Reading PA, where he worked form 31 years. Member, Tulpehocken United Church of Christ, Richland Honorary member, United Steeelworkers of America. Army during WW2 Enjoyed car racing. Survivors: Son Larry E., h/o Janice Klick, San Diego, CA Brother Calvin Klick, Womelsdorf A Grandson Several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Sister Grace Brown Brother George Klick Burial: Mt. Hope Cemetery, Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA Oct 10, 2001 William J. Esbenshade, age 66 b. Apr 23, 1935 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 9, 2001 Jonestown, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Joan M. (nee Devine) Esbenshade, celebrated their 46th anniversary Mar 2001. S/o late Cyril & Ellen (nee Shutter) Esbenshade Worked in construction and was known for his carpentry skills and his many crafts He enjoyed designing and making. Air Force veteran of Korean War. Survivors: Son William J., h/oCamille Esbenshade, Lebanon Daughter Barbara Ann Garber, Lebanon Daughter Dulcy M., w/o Ed Fortna, Jonestown Brother Cyril Esbenshade, Fredericksburg +Sister Hattie Mease, Hershey Sister Bim Danz, New Providence 6 grandchildren a great-grandchild Preceded in death by: Brothers Wayne and Delbert Esbenshade Sisters Frieda Hoover and Catherine Shank Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 11, 2001 (no detail provided) David Eugene J. Axe, age 63 b. Apr 29, 1938 Pine Ridge South Dakota d. Oct 8, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA burial: Gravel Hill Cemetery, Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA Preston Scott Martin, age 2 months b. Aug 8, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 10, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA John B. Wolfe Jr. age 81 b. Jan 21, 1920 Wilkes Barre, PA d. Oct 10, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co.PA burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, Lebanon , Lebanon Co. PA Oct 12, 2001 Armond E. DeVincenzo, age 79 b. Sep 28, 1922 Orange NJ d. Oct 11, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Joan (nee Morley) DeVincenzo s/o late Dominic & Louise (nee Luce) DeVincenzo retired employee, General Electric, New Jersey Army veteran of WW2, having landed at Utah Beach on Jun 6, 1944, w/ the 4th Infantry Division. Member, mary Gate of Heaven Church, Myerstown Member, 4th Infantry Division Association. Enjoyed fishing and playing golf. Survivors: Son Paul, w/o Marca DeVincenzo, West Hanover Twp. Brother Anthony DeVincenzo, East Hanover NJ Brother Mario DeVincenzo, Roseland NJ Sister Louise Manzella, Toms River NJ Sister Josephine DeVincenzo, Randolph Twp NJ Two grandchildren Several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Sister Sabrina Wagner Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E. Hanover Twp, Lebanon Co. PA Oct 12, 2001 Mary C. (nee Christ) Martin, age 81 b. Feb 25, 2001 Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Oct 11, 2001 Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA w/o late Clayton C. Walters w/o late Cecil R. Martin d/o late James & Bessie (nee Hole) Christ member, St. Paul's Evangelical Congregational Church, Pine Grove employed 46 years, seamstress, former Fox-Knapp Mfg, Pine Grove survivors: Daughter Bertha Malone, Pine Grove Daughter Janice Martin, Utah Step-dau Ruth Long, Lebanon Sister Helen Lymaster, Lebanon Sister Mildred Klinger, Tremont 14 grandchildren several great-grandchildren several great-great grandchildren burial: St. John's Lutheran Cemtery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA Oct 12, 2001 Shawn M. Kramer, age 26 b. date not listed West Reading, Berks Co. PA d. Oct 10,2001 Reading, Berks Co. PA s/o Dennis Kramer and Diane (nee Kauffman) Moorhead Injuries on the job, Sep 19th, Western Berks Ambulance Employed six years, Emergency Medical Technical, Western Berks Ambulance Assisted Hamburg Ambulance Association, as EMT Graduate, 1993 Tulpehocken High School Graduate, Allentown Business School Member, Zion (Blue Mountain) United Church of Christ, Strausstown Survivors: Twin Brother Bruce L. Kramer, Bethel Twp. Half-brother Randolph Kramer, Myerstown Half-sister Victoria Kramer, Myerstown Maternal Grandmother Fern Kauffman, Bethel Paternal Grandfather Russell Kramer, Bernville Step-Grandparents Bernice Kiebach, Bernville Richard & Dorothy Moorhead, Leesburg FL Step-Great-Grandmother Ella Kiebach, Bernville Step-father Thomas Moorhead, Bethel Twp. Step-mother Donna Kramer, Myerstown Burial: St. Michael's Cemetery, Tilden Twp., Berks Co. PA Oct 12, 2001 James P. Linette, age 51 b. date not listed Reading, Berks Co. PA d. Oct 9, 2001 Reading, PA h/o Catherine T. (nee Tong) Linette s/o James P. Jr., h/o Dorothy (nee Spayd) Linnette s/o late Gloria (nee Shunk) Linette retired May 2000, vice president Linette Quality Chocolates, Womelsdorf, where he had worked since 1972. Survivors: Son Michael Bankes, Tucson Arizona Son Jason Linette, Kutztown Son Justin Linette, Coatesville Sister Cynthia Alfiero, Fleetwood Sister Ann M. Noecker, Sinking Spring Brother Jeffrey Linette, Richland Brother Richard Linette, Mohrsville Brother Scott Linette, Houston TX Burial: location is not listed. Oct 12, 2001 Phyllis E. (nee Jury) Peffley, age 75 b. Jan 27, 1926 Great Torrington, North Nevon, England d. Oct 10, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Ernest L. Peffley, to whom she was married 33 years. D/o late John & Sarah (nee Short) Jury. Retired sewing machine operator, Bogene's, Lebanon, 16 years. Member, Kimmerling's United Church of Christ, Lebanon Member, North Lebanon Senior Center Life member, Lebanon Senior Center. Survivors: Son Michael, h/o Jean Jury, Great Torrington England Step-son Ernest D., h/o Stephanie A. Peffley, Lebanon Brother Jack Jury, Chippenham, England Sister Winifred D'Albirdi, Great Torrington, England Two grandchildren A great-grandson Several nieces and nephews. Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 12, 2001 Leon J. Merkey, age 79 b. Oct 2, 1922 Lebanon Co. Pa d. Oct 11, 2001 Ephrata, Lancaster Co. PA h/o Joan Ruth (nee Ulrich) Merkey, to whom he was married 57 years, Dec 2000. S/o late John K. & Katie (nee Kelchner) Merkey Graduate, 1941, South Lebanon High School. Member, Monteroy Chapel, Lancaster Co. Employed by former Bethlehem Steel Co., Grace Mine, Morgantown for 21 years Employed 10 years, Ryder Transportation Service, maintenance dept. Survivors: Daughter Janice L. Hummel, Lebanon Son Leon J. Jr., h/o Bonnie (Bravo) Merkey, Ulysses Daughter Carol A., w/o Dennis N. Kahler, Glen Burnie MD Son David J., h/o Shirley L. (nee Zuck) Merkey, Reinholds Son John A., h/o Beverley (nee Rice) Merkey, Stevens Daughter Grace E. Merkey, Ephrata Sister Helen, w/o Richard Hollinger, Palmyra Sister Joyce Martin, Lebanon Sister June, w/o Charles Blouch, Lebanon Sister Lois, w/o Eugene Brown, Lebanon 12 grandchildren eight great-grandchildren burial: Mt. Airy Cemetery, Lancaster Co. PA Oct 12, 2001 Jeffrey L. Myers, age 39 b. Apr 8, 1962 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 11, 2001 Renova Center, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Donald L & Verna M. (nee Dissinger) Myers, Annville member, Gravel Hill United Methodist Church, Palmyra Survivors: Sister Jennifer S., /wo Jeffrey Arntz, Palmyra Sister Sherry L., w/o Thomas Mettley, Palmyra Sister Renee J., w/o Francis Moro, Palmyra Maternal Grandparents Clode R. & Jean (nee Bittner) Dissinger, Palmyra Paternal Grandmother Iva L. (nee Osborne) Myers, Palmyra Several aunts, uncles and cousins. Burial: Gravel Hill United Methodist Church Cemetery, Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA Oct 13, 2001 Dorothy E. (nee Derr) Weaver, age 75 b. Feb 19, 1926 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 11, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o late Franklin W. Weaver, who died Jun 26, 1994. D/o late Elmer & Edna (nee Shirk) Derr. Member, St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Schaefferstown Worked, Marco Electric, Womelsdorf Worked, Steffy Shoe Factory, Lebanon Worked, Lebanon Daily News Enjoyed baking, cooking and gardening. Survivors: Son Carl E., h/o Cindy Weaver, Elizabethtown Daughter Darlene, w/o Howard Amoss, Reading Daughter Brenda L. Garand, Sarasota, FL Brother Elmer, h/o Mary Ann Derr Jr., Richland Brother Richard, h/o Patricia Derr, Nevada Brother Ralph, h/o Eleanor Derr, Lebanon Brother Myron, h/o Catherine Derr, Richland Number of nieces and nephews Burial: Schaefferstown Cemetery, Schaefferstown, Lebanon Co. PA Oct 13, 2001 Dennis Lee "Dan" Reigle, age 61 b. Jun 13, 1940 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 10, 2001 Salt Lake City, UT h/o Carolyn Selman, to whom he was married 9 years, Aug, 2001. S/o Florence May (nee Demler) Reigle and the late Daniel William Reigle. Veteran of Vietnam War. Served in the Navy for nine years as a carrier flight pilot Served two years on the USS Kitty Hawk Member, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Sants Served, Boy Scout Leader Served, Young Men's president Executive secretary to the Bishop and on the Stake High Council Served on several committee for West Jordan City Employed by Merit Medical as a regulatory affairs professional Survivors: Son Scott Kyle Reigle, Tustin CA Twin Son Sean Reigle, Tustin CA Twin Daughter Allison Reigle, Tustin CA Step-son Douglas Erickson, Portland OR Step-dau Tamera Rodeback, Parowan UT Step-dau Wendy, w/o John Baker, Salt Lake City UT Step-dau Elisa, w/o Dennis Jones, Orem UT Step-son David Erickson, West Jordan UT Brother Don, h/o Maryanne Reigle, Quakertown Three grandchildren Burial: West Jordan City Cemetery, West Jordan, UT Oct 13, 2001 Dorothy M. (nee Ember) Rowles, age 85 b. May 5, 1916 Columbia, Lancaster Co. PA d. Oct 11, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d/o late Benjamin & Margaret (nee Smyth) Ember. Member, St. Cecilia Catholic Church, Lebanon Survivors: Son Charles H. Rowles, Myerstown Son William E. Rowles, Myerstown Son Albert J., h/o Ann Rowles, Springfield Daughter Janet L. Juneau, Lebanon Brother Benjamin Ember, York Brother James Ember, York Brother Robert Ember, Georgia Sister Mildred Arnold, Lebanon Sister Nancy Berkebile, York Sister Betty Mann, York Seven grandchildren Preceded in death by: Sister Gladys Peffley Burial: location is not listed. Oct 13, 2001 Nicholas Wechselberger, age 67 b. Oct 8, 1924 Maple Shade, New Jersey d. Oct 11, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA s/o late Joseph & Elizabeth Wechselberger former stone mason and bricklayer Army sergeant in WW2, had been a prisoner of war, earning him the Purple Heart Member, VFW Avid outdoorsman, archer and raised foxhounds. Survivors: Son Nicholas Wechselberger, Albuquerque NM Three step-daughters A sister-in-law Several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Brothers Joseph & Jacob Wechselberger Burial: Colestown Cemtery, Cherry Hill, New Jersey Oct 13, 2001 Jane M. "Jayme" (nee McDonnell) Steele, age 74 b. Aug 8, 1927 Sunbury, PA d. Oct 11, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Ernest S. Steele Jr., to whom she was married 53 years. D/o late Dr. John W. & Laura (nee Nevin) McDonnell Taught school 1964-1969 at St. Mary's Elementary School Member, St. Mary's Church, Lebanon Member, Lebanon Country Club Avid golfer. Graduate, Sunbury High School Graduate, Bucknell University Member, Alpha Chi Omega sorority. Survivors: Son Ernest M., h/o Mary E. (nee Shark) Steele, Lebanon Son John R. Steele, Lewistown Son William E. Steele, Lebanon Son Stephen A., h/o Kim L. (nee Burgard) Steele, Middletown Daughter Laura M., w/o John J. Cikovic, Lebanon 13 grandchildren seven great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brother John N. McDonnell Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 13, 2001 Edgar M. Drupp, age 77 b. Sep 3, 1924 Jonestown, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 12, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o late Marian E. (nee Williams) Drupp. S/o late Harry & Omie (nee Alspach) Drupp Retired from Bethlehem Steel, where he had worked as electrician for the concentrator plant, Cornwall Ore Mines and Millard Quarry. Army Veteran WW2. Member, St. John's United Church, Jonestown, where he had served on the church consistory Former member, Jonestown Ambulance Association Member, Jonestown Perseverance Fire Co. Member, Fredericksburg American Legion. Former member and former president, Jonestown borough council Enjoyed hunting and the outdoors. Survivors: Son Eric W., h/o Jennifer Drupp, Jonestown Daughter Susan M., w/o Carl Fortna, Jonestown Brother Henry Drupp, Cornwall Sister Mildred Firestine, Annville Sister Gladys Gettler, Lebanon Four grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brothers Clarence and Earl Drupp Half-brother Agnew Wayne Sister Hilda Deck Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 13, 2001 John A. "Asher" Diener, age 83 b. Aug 11, 1908 Cleona, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 11, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Lorraine (nee Farst) Diener. S/o late Robert & Bessie Kreider. Retired maintenance employee of Met-Ed at Three Mile Island Army Veteran of WW2 Member, Mountville United Methodist Church Member, Jonestown American Legion Survivors: Daughter Carol M. Diener, Schaefferstown Daughter Jane A., w/o Shane Calkins, St. Louis Brother Victor Diener, Jonestown Brother Ray Diener, Fredericksburg Brother Paul Diener, Palmyra Sister Mary Kennedy, Campbelltown A granddaughter Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 14, 2001 Alice M. (nee Lehman) Klahr, age 89 b. Jul 8, 1912 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 12, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o late Irvin S. Klahr d/o late Daniel & Annie (nee Hower) Lehman member, St. Mark's United Church of Christ, Lebanon Survivors: Son Robert I. Klahr, Lebanon Son William A. Klahr, Palmyra Sister Louella Saylor, Lebanon Four grandchildren Nine great-grandchildren Three great-great grandchildren Several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Brothers Harry Lehman and Robert Lehman Sisters Anna Klahr and Pearl Lehman Burial: Kimmerlings Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 14, 2001 Vergie B. (nee Arnold) Deck, age 93 b. date not listed Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 12, 2001 Wyomissing, Berks Co. PA w/o late Harvey H. Deck, who died May 27, 1983. D/o late George & Barbara (nee Book) Arnold Retired, 1973, former Linden Manufacturing Co., Reading And, Womelsdorf as payroll cleark with more than 13 years of service. Member, former Sunday school teacher of Christ Lutheran Church, Stouchsburg Member, past president of Womeldorf Women's Club 1956-1958 Member, of Conrad Weiser Chapter No. 449 Order of the Eastern Star, Womelsdorf Survivors: Son Harvey H. Deck Jr., Wernersville Daughter Leah A. Riegel, Reading Eight grandchildren Eight great-grandchildren And a great-great-grandchild Burial: Christ Lutheran Church Cemetery, Stouchsburg, Berks Co. PA Oct 14, 2001 George D. Cramer, age 65 b. date not listed Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 7, 2001 Elsmere, Delaware worked as a maintenance man at a horse farm in Harrington, DE Army veteran Survivors: Daughter Michelle Cramer, Campbelltown Brother Donald W. Cramer, Hershey Brother James Cramer, Annville A granddaughter Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 14, 2001 Irene "Rene" (nee Hirsch) Heister, age 88 b. Oct 3, 1913 Tamaqua, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Oct 13, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA d/o late J. Noble & Ethel Lee (nee Miller) Hirsch retired after teaching 20 years. Taught students with special needs in Lebanon County elementary schools Taught fourth grade in Central Dauphin School District Lutheran faith. Member, PA Education Association retirees' group Lifetime member, Dauphin Co. Education Association. Enjoyed golf, reading, gardening, traveling, sewing and the theater. Survivors: Daughter Nancy, w/o Donald Campbell, Davidsonville MD Daughter Penny L., w/o Randy Harshman, Germany Daughter Barbara, w/o Norton Seaman, Glen Mills Sister Christine Dovan, Philadelphia 10 grandchildren seven great-grandchildren burial: Old Fellows Cemetery, Tamaqua, Schuylkill Co. PA Oct 16, 2001 Mary Kathryn Forney (nee Hershey), age 95 b. Apr 14, 1906 Landisville, Lancaster Co. PA d. Oct 13, 2001 Lebanon Valley Brethren Home, Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Rev. Paul M. Forney who died in 1998. D/o late John W. & Barbara (nee Nolt) Hershey Retired school teacher from Annville-Cleona School District Teacher at Elstonville school. 1924 Graduate Landisville H.S. 1927 Graduate of Millersville Normal School Member Annville Church of the Brethren Ladis Auxilary Farm Women's Group No. 5 Lebanon County Educator's Honor Society Life member Lebanon Co. Retired Teachers Association Survivors: Son J. Edgar Forney, Mt. Joy Son P. Richard Forney, Lorida, Florida Son James R. Forney, Sewickley Son Gerald H. Forney, Annville Dau Marilyn Wagner, Lancaster Dau Eleanor, w/o Earl Hitz, Lebanon Dau Barbara, w/o Wilbur Lindsay, Grantville Dau Betty, w/o Michael Doll of Schaefferstown 23 grandchildren, and 34 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Sister Martha Cherry Burial: South Annville Cemetery, Lebanon Co. PA Oct 15, 2001 Thomas M. Curtin, age 83 b. Feb 12, 1918 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 12, 2001 Lebanon PA w/o Myra (nee Jackson) Curtin, w/ whom he celebrated 54 years, April 2001. S/o late Michael Curtin and Anna (nee Bomberger) Curtin Rutter. Retired in 1930, Commonweath of PA Dept of Transportation Bureau of Office Services Graduate, 1936, Lebanon High School, where he played on the tennis, golf and baseball teams. Graduate, Lebanon Business College Army veteran of WW2, serving with the 21st Engineer Aviation Regiment Played basketball for the Allied Theatre team in Naples and Florence, Italy and Carrie, Egypt. Member, Lebanon Country Club since 1947. Served on its golf committee, volunteer for many club tournaments. Coached YMCA biddy basketball teams. In 1988, received Cedar Award from Lebanon H. S. for his attendance at the school's sporting events. Active golfer and avid Yankees fan. Preceded in death by: Daughter Barbara Ann Curtin Brother Michael Curtin Brother Edward Curtin Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 15, 2001 Eleanor E. Meyers, age 64 b. Jun 24, 1937 Suedburg, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Oct 13, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d/o late Ralph & Marie (nee Bohr) Meyers member, St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, Lebanon Graduate, 1955, Pine Grove High School. Sewing machine operator at the former Summit Station Manufacturing, Pine Grove Sewing machine operator, Everite Knitting Mills, Lebanon Postal carrier, Annville Post Office. Survivors: Sister Anna Cowden, Lebanon Area Sister Hazel Stager, Lebanon Area Brother John Meyers, Lebanon Area Preceded in death by: Sister Mary Barr Burial: Outwood Lutheran Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA Oct 15, 2001 William R. Bieber, age 77 b. Feb 3, 1924 Reading, Berks Co. PA d. Oct 13, 2001 Elizabethtown, Lancaster Co. PA s/o late Ralph W. & Jennie M. (nee Livinghouse) Bieber owner/operator of Bieber Texaco and various other service stations between 1955 Ð 1975 member, First Evangelical Congregational Church, Lebanon member, Mt. Lebanon 226 F & AM Graduate, 1941, Lebanon High School Attended Drexel Institute Attended University of Missouri Attended Lebanon Business School Veteran of Army Air Corp., WW2, he served as a captain and a pilot. Survivors: Son Ralph W., h/o Cheryl Bieber, Palmyra Son Daniel K. Bieber, Lebanon Son David A., h/o Jodi Bieber, York Son Christian R., h/o Nancy Bieber, Belmar NJ Seven grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brother Eugene Bieber Sister Mary Ann Bieber Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 15, 2001 Mae M. (nee Stamm) Wartluft, age 92 b. Jun 6, 1909 Mt.Aetna, Berks Co. PA d. Oct 14, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late James E. Wartluft, who died Jul 16, 1981. D/o late William & Elizabeth (nee Billman) Stamm Homemaker Attended, Lebanon Gospel Center Avid gardener. Survivors: Son Robert J., h/o Betty Wartluft, Annville Son Guy E. Wartluft, Annville Son David R., h/o Jacqueline Wartluft, Lebanon Son Mark L., h/o Jean Wartluft, Myerstown Daughter Ruth E., w/o Donald Knepp, Myerstown 17 grandchildren 35 great-grandchildren two great-great grandchildren Preceded in death by: Daughter Lillian Wartluft Sister Pearl Wagner Grandson Robert J. Wartluft Jr. Great-grandson Brandon Bowers Burial: St. John's United Church of Christ, Mt. Aetna, Berks Co. PA Oct 15, 2001 Esther M. (nee Spencer) Smith, age 67 b. Nov 19, 1933 Summersville, WV d. Oct 13, 2001 Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA w/o late Herbert F. Smith, who died Jan 19, 1980. D/o late B.L. & Goldie (nee Cunningham) Spencer Worshipped in the Jehovah Witness faith. Cashier, C & S. Mini Market, Pine Grove. Survivors: Son Garry H. Smith, Pine Grove Area Son Barry Smith, Pine Grove Area Sister Mary Lewars, Pine Grove Sister Barbara Natalie, Delaware Brother Joe Spencer, Harrisburg Brother Benjamin Spencer, Pine Grove Six grandchildren Burial: Church of God Cemetery, Suedberg, Schuylkill Co. PA Oct 16, 2001 Julie Marie Kramer (nee Mullen), age 33 b. Apr 29, 1968 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 14, 2001 North Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA w/o Timothy Kramer d/o Patrick Mullen and Susan Eisenhauer Swain Clerk at Bud's Mini Market Survivors: Son Justin Mullen Dau Amber Kramer Bro Patrick Mullen Jr. Burial: Cremation. Oct 16, 2001 Toletha M. Sholly (nee Kleinfelter), age 69 b. Jan 7, 1932 South Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 13, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Joseph A. Sholly Jr. d/o late Sterling & Lillie (nee Miller) Kleinfelter Employed as a sewing machine operator at Susan Garment Avid bingo player Protestant faith. Survivors: Son Gary L., h/o cindy Sholly, Chugiak, Alaska Dau Debra L. Sholly, Lebanon Sis Ruth K. Boyer, Annville Bro Harold, h/o Caroline Kleinfelter, Morgantown Bro Ralph D., h/o Nancy Kleinfelter, Cornwall Bro Sterling D. Kleinfelter, Lebanon Bro Ernest L., h/o Elaine Kleinfelter, Lebanon 3 grandchildren several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N. Annville Twp. Lebanon Co. PA Oct 16, 2001 Anna Mae (nee Hafer) Cline, age 83 b. Aug 13, 1918 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 13, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o J. Porter Cline, with whom she celebrated 61years of marriage on August 3rd. d/o late Charles H. & Agnes (nee Seltzer) Hafer. Member Palmyra Church of the Brethren Retired sales clerk for former Hershey Dept Store Retired part-time clerk for Lauck Bros. Survivors: Dau Beverly A., w/o Jonas E. Neidig, Palmyra Sis Dorothy Boose, Palmyra Sis Edith Funck, Palmyra Sis Mary Fackler, Camp Hill Sis Gladys Shirk, Florida Bro Malcom Hafer, Harrisburg Bro Raymond Hafer, Lebanon 4 granchildren 2 great grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brother Harry Hafer burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N. Annville Twp. Lebanon Co. PA Oct 16, 2001 Basil T. Lanphier Sr., no age listed b. Apr 5, 1922 Brooklyn, New York d. Oct 8, 2001 Spring Township, Berks Co. PA lengthy illness. h/o Betsy (nee Day) Lanphier, who died Aug 5, 1991 s/o Basil Charles & Mae (nee Elliott) Lanphier 1940 Graduate of Lebanon H. S. 1943 Graduate of The Pennsylvania State College Served as Lieutenant in the Navy during WW2 Employee of Carpenter Technology 1956-1975 Board of Director of Titanium Technology Holder of several patents for steel production Auther of several technical papers in metallurgy. Fellow of the American society for Metals Bradley Stoughton Aware presented by ASM in 1963 Member Bern township Board of Adjustment 1963 Schuylkill Valley School Board 1966 Secretary of Bern Township Planning Commission President of Bern Township Republican League. Chairman of the United Way Fund Drive for Reading/Berks Co. 1944 Ð 1946 Founding director of Heidelberg County Club Survivors: Son Basil T. Lanphier Jr., Macau SAR, People's Republic of China Dau Mary Sage, Larkspur, California Dau Katherine Day Lanphier, Reading Sis Patricia Kury, Wilmington, NC 5 grandchildren Preceded in death by: Dau Susan Wisniewski, who died Nov 30, 1990 No burial location listed. Oct 16, 2001 Naomi A. Keller (nee Krall), age 72 b. May 26, 1929 Schaefferstown, Lebanon co. PA d. Oct 14, 2001 York, York Co. PA w/o late J. Hershey Keller, who died Nov 5 1991 d/o late William & Sally Krall Formerly employed by John F. Martin Meat Co. Member Upper Conewago Church of the Brethren, Abbottstown Child Evangelism Fellowship of Adams Co. Children's Aid Society, New Oxford Farm Women Woman's Christian Temperance Union The Golden in East Berlin Survivors: Dau Sandra M. Shelly, Chambersburg Dau Karen E. Anderson, Dillsburg Dau Rosene E. Miller, Mechanicsburg Son Fred H. Keller, Manheim Son James M. Keller, East Berlin Son Barry L. Keller, East Berlin Sis Mary Ruhl, Manheim Sis Martha Hess, Robesonia Sis Ruth Heller, Ephrata 16 grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brothers Harvey Krall & Henry Krall Burial: Upper Conewago Church of the Brethren Cemetery, Abbottstown, PA Oct 16, 2001 Mary Kathryn Forney (nee Hershey), age 95 b. Apr 14, 1906 Landisville, Lancaster Co. PA d. Oct 13, 2001 Lebanon Valley Brethren Home, Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Rev. Paul M. Forney who died in 1998. D/o late John W. & Barbara (nee Nolt) Hershey Retired school teacher from Annville-Cleona School District Teacher at Elstonville school. 1924 Graduate Landisville H.S. 1927 Graduate of Millersville Normal School Member Annville Church of the Brethren Ladis Auxilary Farm Women's Group No. 5 Lebanon County Educator's Honor Society Life member Lebanon Co. Retired Teachers Association Survivors: Son J. Edgar Forney, Mt. Joy Son P. Richard Forney, Lorida, Florida Son James R. Forney, Sewickley Son Gerald H. Forney, Annville Dau Marilyn Wagner, Lancaster Dau Eleanor, w/o Earl Hitz, Lebanon Dau Barbara, w/o Wilbur Lindsay, Grantville Dau Betty, w/o Michael Doll of Schaefferstown 23 grandchildren, and 34 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Sister Martha Cherry Burial: South Annville Cemetery, Lebanon Co. PA Oct 16, 2001 William M. Smith, Jr., age 65 b. Oct 1, 1936 McRae, Arkansas d. Oct 14, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA s/o late William M. & Ada E. (nee Lackey) Smith Retired after 32 years, from Texas Eastern Transmission Corp, Houston as a mechanical supervisor. Army veteran Member of Shellsville VFW, Jonestown Member Perseverance Fire Co. Jonestown American Legion Masonic Lodge AMFM 324, Mifflintown Hunting and Gardening Survivors: Son Thomas W. Smith, Marysville Son Craig A., h/o Tammy Smith, Etters Son Jeffrey S. Smith, Marysville Bro James T. Smith, Smithville, Oklahoma Bro Robert A. Smith, McRae, Arkansas Sis Mary McClure, Centerville, Texas Sis Helen Liles, McRae, Arkansas 3 grandchildren burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, East Hanover Township, Lebanon Co. PA Oct 16, 2001 Leon V. Miller, age 85 b. Aug 24, 1916 Douglassville, Berks Co. PA d. Oct 13, 2001 North Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA h/o Sarah J. (nee Bear) Miller s/o late Jacob O. & Bertha F. (nee Sheetz) Miller Retired 1981 as plant manager for the Joint Municipal Authority of Wyomissing Valley Formerly worked for Stichter Hardware Formerly worked as a lab technician of Gilbert Associates 1934 graduate of Birdsboro H. S. Army Veteran of WW2 Member of Evangelical Free Church of Hershey Reading mysteries, fishing and watching baseball Survivors: Son Kenneth B. Miller, Palmyra 3 grandchildren a great-granddaughter burial: Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reading, Berks Co. PA Oct 17, 2001 Anna Mae (nee Hafer) Cline, age 83 b. Aug 13, 1918 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 13, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o J. Porter Cline, with whom she celebrated 61years of marriage on August 3rd. d/o late Charles H. & Agnes (nee Seltzer) Hafer. Member Palmyra Church of the Brethren Retired sales clerk for former Hershey Dept Store Retired part-time clerk for Lauck Bros. Survivors: Dau Beverly A., w/o Jonas E. Neidig, Palmyra Sis Dorothy Boose, Palmyra Sis Edith Funck, Palmyra Sis Mary Fackler, Camp Hill Sis Gladys Shirk, Florida Bro Charles Hafer, Elizabethtown Bro Malcom Hafer, Harrisburg Bro Raymond Hafer, Lebanon 4 granchildren 2 great grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brother Harry Hafer burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N. Annville Twp. Lebanon Co. PA Oct 17, 2001 John Pompia, age 84 b. Sep 10, 1917 Port Chester, Westchester Co. NY d. Oct 16, 2001 Jackson Township, Lebanon Co. PA h/o late Jane B. (nee Brough) Pompia, who died Feb 5, 1997 s/o late Arthur & Josephine (nee Coculuski) Pompia Attended Port Chester Schools in NY Member of the New York State Civilian Conservation Corp of Elmsford NY 1936-1937 Studied at Vo-Tech Extension Ð Audlt Education in Electrical Construction & Welding in 1972 Ð 1974 Tree surgeon w/Bartlett Tree Experts in Bala Cynwyd 1937 Ð 1946 Tree surgeon w/Asplundh Tree Experts in Jenkintown 1947 Ð 1953 Tree surgeon w/bowman Tree Experts in Cleona 1953 Ð 1958 Self-employed at Pompia's Tree Services from 1958 Ð 1991 Survivors: Sis Lena Barber, Bethel, Conneticut Number of nieces, nephews, grandnieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Sis Helen E. Pompia, Antonetta Pompia and Inez Bisignano Burial: Ono Cemetery, Ono, Lebanon Co. PA Oct 17, 2001 David M. Krall, age 48 b. May 21, 1953 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 16, 2001 Schaefferstown, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Sharon R. Krall, to whom he was married 25 years Sep 18. S/o Robert L. & Ruth (nee Clauser) Krall Self-employed farmer and had also been in the family business of Krall's Meat Market Member PA Farm Bureau Member Trinity U. M. Church, Kleinfeltersville Taught Adult Sunday School Survivors: Son Matthew D. Krall, Schaefferstown Son Nathaniel M. Krall, Schaefferstown Sis Anne R., w/o Gary Rhoads, Lock Haven Sis Elizabeth J., w/o William Knight of Schaefferstown A nephew Two nieces Number of aunts and uncles Burial: Kleinfeltersville Cemetery, Kleinfeltersville, Lebanon Co. PA Oct 17, 2001 Thomas M. Curtin, age 83 b. Feb 12, 1918 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 12, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Myra (nee Jackson) Curtin with whom he celebrated 54 yrs in April. S/o late Michael Curtin & Anna (nee Bomberger) Curtin Rutter. Retired 1980 Commonweath of PA Dept of Transportation Bureau of Office Services 1936 Graduate of Lebanon H.S., where he played tennis, golf and baseball Graduated from Lebanon Business College. Army Veteran of WW2 serving w/ the 21st Engineer Aviation Regiment Played basketball for the Allied Theatre team in Naples & Florence Itally, Carrie Egypt. Member of Lebanon Country Club since 1947 Served on its golf committee, and was a volunteer for many club tournaments. Coached YMCA biddy basketball and Little League in Lebanon 1988 received the Cedar Award from Lebanon H. S. for attendance at the schools sporting events. Active golfer and avid Yankees fan. Preceded in death by: Dau Barbara Ann Curtin Bro Michael and Edward Curtin Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N. Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 17, 2001 Earlene R. (nee Smith) Feeman, age 79 b. Sep 20, 1922 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 16, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Elvin H. Feeman, who died in 1969 d/o late Earl & Sadie (nee Synder) Smith Lab technician with RCA Plant in Lancaster for 35 years. Enjoyed singing, dancing and liked to go to local music concerts Survivors: Dau Rhonda W. Feeman, Pine Grove Dau Roberta, w/o Paul Sando, Lebanon Sis JoAnn Kramer, Lebanon Several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Son Robert W. Feeman Bro Elwood Smith Burial: nothing listed. Oct 17, 2001 Marian E. Peters, age 71 b. Jun 7, 1930 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 11, 2001 West Reading, Berks Co. PA w/o late Paul W. Peters who died in 1961. D/o Mary Auman Retired 1970 (24 years) Assembler at Curtis, Stevens & Emery Shoe Co. in Reading Cashier at McCrory's Store in Reading 5 years, 1975-1980 Member of Zion U. M. Church, Myerstown Survivors: Son Stephen P. Peters, Blandon Son Harry S. Peters, Mohrsville Son Paul M. Peters, Sinking Springs Son David A. Peters, Wernersville 10 grandchildren burial: Mt. Annville Cemetery, Annville, Lebanon Co. PA Oct 17, 2001 William M. Smith Jr., age 65 b. Oct 1, 1936 McRae, Arkansas d. Oct 14, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Evelyn (nee Lentz) Smith, of 40 years on Oct 21. S/o late William M. & Ada E. (nee Lackey) Smith Sr., Retired 1989, 32 years, Texas Eastern Transmission Corp, Houston Mechanical Supervisor Army Veteran Member of Shellsville VFW Jonestown Perseverance Fire Co. Jonestown American Legion and Masonic Lodge AMFM 324, Mifflintown Enjoyed hunting and gardening. Survivors: Son Thomas W. Smith, Marysville Son Craig A., h/o Tammy Smith, Etters Son Jeffrey S. Smith of Marysville Bro James T. Smith, Smithville, Oklahoma Bro Robert A. Smith, McRae, Arkansas Sis Mary McClure, Centerville, Texas Sis Helen Liles, McRae, Arkansas 3 grandchildren burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, East Hanover Twp, Lebanon Co. PA Oct 17, 2001 Esther M. (nee Coleman) Trainor, age 92 b. Feb 14, 1909 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 15, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Charles N. Trainor d/o late Samuel & Elizabeth (nee Wertz) Coleman She and her husband owned and operated Trainor's Ice Cream Store in Lebanon. Member and past president of Hebron Hose Co. Ladies Aulilary Member of St. Mary's Church. Avid card player. Survivors: Son Patrick Trainor, Jonestown Son Thomas Trainor, Jonestown Son Dennis Trainor, Lebanon Son Eugene Trainor, Lebanon 7 grandchildren 7 great-grandchildren several nieces and nephews Last of her immediate family. Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Oct 17, 2001 Helen M. (nee Paruso) Heitsenrether, age 69 b. Jul 21, 1932 Ridgeway, PA d. Oct 16, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Robert A. Heitenrether to who she was married 46 yrs, Sept 24 d/o late John E. & Helen (Miller) Paruso member of Mary Gate of Heaven Church in Myerstown survivors: Son Robert G. h/o Teresa Heitenrether, Morristown NJ 2 granddaughters. Preceded in death by: Sis Alice Paruso, who died in 1994. Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E. Hanover twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 18, 2001 Helen M. (nee Paruso) Heitsenrether, age 69 b. Jul 21, 1932 Ridgeway, PA d. Oct 16, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Robert A. Heitenrether to who she was married 46 yrs, Sept 24 d/o late John E. & Helen (Miller) Paruso member of Mary Gate of Heaven Church in Myerstown survivors: Son Robert G. h/o Teresa Heitenrether, Morristown NJ 2 granddaughters. Preceded in death by: Sis Alice Paruso, who died in 1994. Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E. Hanover twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 18, 2001 Earlene R. (nee Smith) Feeman, age 79 b. Sep 20, 1922 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 16, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Elvin H. Feeman, who died in 1969 d/o late Earl & Sadie (nee Synder) Smith Lab technician with RCA Plant in Lancaster for 35 years. Enjoyed singing, dancing and liked to go to local music concerts Survivors: Dau Rhonda W. Feeman, Pine Grove Dau Roberta, w/o Paul Sando, Lebanon Sis JoAnn Kramer, Lebanon Several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Son Robert W. Feeman Bro Elwood Smith Burial: nothing listed. Oct 18, 2001 Marion C. (nee Zimmerman) Boyer, age 86 b. Dec 4, 1915 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 17, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Pierce H. Boyer d/o late John W. & Mable C. (nee Fox) Zimmerman Enjoyed bingo and music Avid Phillies fan. Catholic faith. Survivors: Dau Barbara A., w/o Joseph J. Arnold, Cleona Son Thomas P. Boyer, Lebanon Son David R. Boyer, Lebanon 7 granchildren 6 great-grandchildren 2 great-great grandchildren several nieces and nephews Last of her immediate family. Preceded in death by: Bro John Zimmerman Sis Evelyn Sheffy, Catherine Long, Geraldine Brown & Dorothy Risser Grandson Christopher Boyer Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Oct 19, 2001 Dr. William E. Tucker, age 49 b. date not listed Madison College, Tennessee d. Oct 17, 2001 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Sharon M. (nee Pifer) Tucker s/o S. Floyd & Elizabeth A. (nee Lingg) Tucker, Cllegedale TN Self-employed dentist since 1982 1974 Graduate of Columbia Union College in Tacoma Park, Maryland Graduate with highest honors of University of Maryland School of Dentistry Interned one year in Loma Linda, California Teacher in the volunteering services program in in Indonesia. Member Lebanon Seventh-Day Adventist Church Member Lebanon Choral Society. Survivors: Son William S. Tucker, Lebanon Dau Lorraine Elizabeth Tucker, Lebanon Bro Burton F. Tucker, Waynesboro, Franklin Co. PA Sis Joanne E. Harrelson, Phoenix AR Burial: St. Michael's Cemetery, Tilden Township, Oct 19, 2001 Paul R. Spangler Jr., age 44 b. Apr 11, 1957 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA d. Oct 17, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA s/o Paul R. Sr. & Gloria F. (nee Eshelman) Spangler Employed by Rolo dept of Hershey Chocolate Co., 23 years 1975 Graduate Palmyra H. S. Member of Lawn Volunteer Fire Co & Ambulance Association Member Friendship Fire Co. Member Performance Ford Co. of PA Member Country Cruisers of Palmyra Member National Rife Association Member Local Chocolate Worker's Union 464, Hershey Survivors: Maternal grandmother Eva Rhine Eshleman, Palmyra Maternal Grandfather Paul H. Eshleman, Palmyra Several aunts, uncles and many cousins. Oct 19, 2001 Anna M. (nee High) Wenger, age 83 b. May 4, 1918 Earl Township, Lancaster Co. PA d. Oct 18, 2001 Jackson Township, Lebanon co. PA w/o late Daniel R. Wenger d/o late John S. & Amanda (nee Horting) High Member Christ Ambassadors Church of the Little Kutztown Chapel. Survivors: Step-dau Esther Hoffer, Neffsville Step-dau Mabel, w/o Mearl Long, Annville Step-dau Rachel Brownsberger, Lebanon Step-dau Malinda, w/o Roger Bomberger, Lebanon Step-dau Ruth, w/o Ralph Heffley, Manheim Bro Ivan H., h/o Lydia High, Myerstown Bro John David, h/o Edith High, Myerstown Bro Luke H., h/o Mary High, Myerstown Bro Henry, h/o Mildred High, Narvon Bro Melvin, h/o Anna High, Donna Texas Bro Christian, h/o Edna High, Manheim Bro Jacob, h/o Arlene High, Mifflintown Sis Emma, w/o George Gonzalez, Ephrata Sis Lydia H., w/o Elma Martin, Myerstown Sis Mary Parbe, Jackson Township Numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Bro Paul High Infant Bro Sis Miriam High Burial: Kochenderfer's Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Oct 19, 2001 Ina M. (nee Ritchie) Michenfelder Umberger, age 75 b. May 23, 1926 Ft. Seyfert, West Virginia d. Oct 18, 2001 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Norman A. Umberger w/o late Ernest G. Michenfeld, who died in 1983 d/o late William S. & Bessie (nee Wilfong) Ritchie Retired after 43 years Manicotti line at the former San Georgio Pasta Factory, Lebanon Graduate of Franklin H. S. in West Virginia Member Annville U. M. Church, kitchen committee, the Singles and Doubles Sunday School Class. Member Lebanon County Humane Society. Survivors: Bro Harlan, h/o Lina Ritchie, Broadway, VA Bro Berlin, h/o Joyce Ritchie, Lincolnton, NC Sis Ruth, w/o Eldon Hottinger, Romney WV Sis Mildred, w/o William Briggs, Woodbridge VA Sis Erma, w/o Tom May, Broadway, VA Sis Leona Hottinger, Brandywine, WV Sis Arlene, w/o Gene Jyger, Midway Park, NC Sis Anna Lee, w/o Franklin Burkholder, Harrisbon burg VA Sis Wanda, w/o Daniel Simmers, Harrisonburg, VA Step-son Norman C., h/o Carol Umberger, Akron, Ohio Two grandchildren Number of nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Bro Raymond Ritchie Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N. Annville, Lebanon Co. PA Oct 20, 2001 Mark J. Bucher, age 82 b. Jul 4, 1919 Reistville, Heidelberg Twp., Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 18, 2001 Carlisle, Cumberland Co. PA h/o Alice (nee Kegerris) Bucher, 61 years. S/o late Alvin & Mabel (nee Reist) Bucher Farmer for 12 years in Lebanon County. Retired 1984, New Holland Supply Co. after 22 years. Then worked, Stewart Real Estate, Carlisle, for 10 years. Member, First Church of the Brethren, Carlisle Active in the Alpha Sunday school class & was a deacon emeritus. Survivors: Daughter Marian Griffic, Boiling Springs Son Leon Bucher, Peru, Maine Sister Selma Meyer, Annville Four grandsons Preceded in death by: Brother Warren Bucher Burial: South Annville Cemetery, South Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 20, 2001 Adrian Rodriguez Sr., age 66 b. Dec 3, 1934 Puerto Rico d. Oct 18, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Carmen D. Rodriguez s/o late Andre & Emma (nee Jusino) Rodriguez retired employee of the former Bethlehem Steel Co., Lebanon member, St. Benedict's Church survivors: son Adrian Rodriguez Jr., Lebanon Daughter Evelyn Magie Bodden, Lebanon Daughter Carmen Maria Figeroa, Lebanon Daughter Sandra Enid Rivera, Reading Seven grandchildren Eight great-grandchildren Brother Louis Rodriguez, New York Sister Gloria Cruz, Puerto Rico Sister Andrea Rodriguez, Puerto Rico Sister Catalina Negron, Lebanon Several nieces and nephews. Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 20, 2001 Wilbur W. Harnish, age 90 b. Nov 17, 1910 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 18, 2001 Chambersburg, Franklin Co. PA h/o Ann (nee Forney) Harnish s/o late Robert C. & Bertha (nee Weik) Harnish worked as a manager of Beneficial Corp., for 35 years. Retired 1974. Member, St. John's United Church of Christ, Chambersburg Past president of the Noontime Lions Club Graduate, 1928, Lebanon High School Graduate, 1930 Perkionen Prep School, where he was inducted into the Athletic Hall of Honor for Basketball in 1987. Attended University of Alabama Survivors: Son Robert M. Harnish, Chambersburg Several grandchildren Burial: location not listed in obituary. Oct 20, 2001 Robert Wheeler, age 85 b. Apr 13, 1916 Scranton, PA d. Oct 19, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Hannah E. (nee Doane) Wheeler, w/whom he celebrated 55 years, April 2001. s/o late Frank & Gertrude (nee Biel) Wheeler retired farmer for Milton Hershey School for more than 30 years. Member, Living Waters Chapel, North Lebanon Survivors: Son Robert R. Wheeler, Lebanon Daughter Virginia L., w/o Lloyd A. Miller, Hummelstown Child Quilden R. Wheeler, Elizabethtown Four grandchildren Sister Edna Coss, Canadaigua, NY Several nieces and nephews. Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 20, 2001 Alma L. (nee Labe) Weiss, age 87 b. date not listed Newmanstown, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 19, 2001 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Grant "Smokey" Wallace Weiss, who died in 1974. D/o late Paul A. & Leah M. (nee Laucks) Labe Member, Elias United Church of Christ, Newmanstown Survivors: By several nieces and nephews. Burial: Millcreek Memorial Cemetery, Newmanstown, Lebanon Co. PA Oct 21, 2001 Ruth I. (nee Brightbill) Long, age 81 b. Sep 8, 1920 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 20, 2001 Lebanon, PA w/o late Carl A. Long, who died Jul 28, 1993. D/o late Carroll & Ruth (nee Moudy) Brightbill Homemaker Member, St. Mark's United Church of Christ, Lebanon Member, Lebanon Flower Club Member, Lebanon Senior Center Survivors: Daughter Gail L., w/o John O'Neill, Lebanon Son Brett P. Long, Newmanstown Sister Susan Wolfensberger, Englewood FL Five grandchildren Five great-grandchildren Several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Sister Margaret Fancovic Brother Carroll Brightbill Burial: Ebenezer "Covenant" Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 21, 2001 Franey E. (nee Wenger) Spang, age 81 b. Nov 24, 1919 Dauphin Co. PA d. Oct 19, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA w/o Christian D. Spang, w/whom she celebrated 60 years, April 2001. D/o late Joseph & Sarah (nee Funk) Wenger Attended Rocherty United Methodist Church, where she was a former Sunday school teacher Survivors: Son Ray J., h/o Susan Spang, Lebanon Daughter Fay E., w/o Harry W. Walmer, Jonestown Brother Harvey J. Wenber, Mill Hall Brother Robert C. Wenger, Annville Brother H. Danielle Wenger, Shartlesville Brother Kenneth R. Wenger, Strausstown Brother Bruce Wenger, Gallett Brother Walter H. Wenger, Jonestown Seven grandchildren Eight great-grandchildren A great-great-grandchild Preceded in death by: Sister Dorothy A. Heagy Burial: not listed in obituary. Oct 21, 2001 Ruth E. (nee Soulliard) Burkhart, age 96 b. Jul 18, 1905 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 20, 2001 Myerstown PA w/o late Harold J. Burkhart d/o late George R. & Nora (nee Kline) Soulliard retired employee o the former Charles Baer's Army-Navy Store, Lebanon member, Zion United Methodist Church, Myerstown Survivors: Sister-in-law Mary Ellen Burkhart, Robesonia Brother-in-law James Burkhart, Green Hills Brother-in-law Willard Burkhart, Robesonia Four nephews Three nieces She was the last of her immediate family. Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 21, 2001 Adrian Rodriguez Sr., age 66 b. Dec 3, 1934 Puerto Rico d. Oct 18, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Carmen D. Rodriguez s/o late Andre & Emma (nee Jusino) Rodriguez retired employee of the former Bethlehem Steel Co., Lebanon member, St. Benedict's Church survivors: son Adrian Rodriguez Jr., Lebanon Daughter Evelyn Magie Bodden, Lebanon Daughter Carmen Maria Figeroa, Lebanon Daughter Sandra Enid Rivera, Reading Seven grandchildren Eight great-grandchildren Brother Louis Rodriguez, New York Sister Gloria Cruz, Puerto Rico Sister Andrea Rodriguez, Puerto Rico Sister Catalina Negron, Lebanon Several nieces and nephews. Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 22, 2001 Charles B. West, age 92 b. May 17, 1909 Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co. PA d. Oct 19, 2001 Lititz, Lancaster Co. PA h/o late Anna Marie (nee McCoach) West. S/o late Nelson & Clara West. Retired, 1996, realtor for John Garbott Realtors. Navy Veteran, WW2 Member, Upper Dublin Evangelical Church, Ambler Survivors: Daughter Susan H. Kleppinger, Newtown Son James N. West, Myerstown Eight grandchildren A great-grandchild. Burial: not listed. Oct 22, 2001 Helen E. (nee Suhr) Miller, age 69 b. May 13, 1932 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA d. Oct 19, 2001 Harrisburg PA w/o Alfred E. Miller parents not listed. Homemaker Member, Mt. Laurel Church of God, where she was president of the Ladie's Class. Past president, Linglestown American Legion Post 272 Auxiliary. Past president, Shellsville VFW auxiliary. Past president, West Hanover Historical Society President, Forney & Bumgardner Schools Alumni Association. Survivors: Son Larry E. Miller, Piketown Sister Janet Suhr, Grantville Brother John Suhr, Piketown Brother Bill Suhr, Piketown Brother Larry Suhr, Fishing Creek Valley Brother Dave Suhr, Penbrook A grandson Burial: Mt. Laurel Cemetery, Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA Oct 22, 2001 Harold W. "Zoomie" Henry, age 68 b. Apr 12, 1933 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 19, 2001 Weslaco TX h/o Elaine (nee Burmeister) Henry. S/o late Edgar & Elsie (nee Bressler) Henry Air Force, 22 years until retirement. Member, St. John's Catholic Church, Waunakee, Wisconsin Moved from Lodi, Texas to Waunakee, Wisconsin in 1984 Survivors: Son Jesse Henry, Texas Son Harold, h/o of Kari Henry, Texas Son Robbie, h/o Debbie Henry, Iowa Daughter Tina Nonn, Middleton, Wisconsin Daughter Kay Henry, DeForest, Wisconsin Brother Robert Henry, h/o Rachel, Pennsylvania Sister Betty Brandt, Lebanon Sister Helen, w/o Harold White, Lebanon Sister June, w/o Gary Snook, Lebanon 12 grandchildren Preceded in death by: Son Jon Henry Brother Stanley Henry and Edgar Henry Burial: St. John's Catholic Church Cemetery, Waunakee, Wisconsin Oct 22, 2001 Margaret A. "Marge" (nee Knoll) Kendall, age 74 b. Nov 8, 1926 Friedensburg, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Oct 17, 2001 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA w/o late Sherwood E. Kendall, who died Aug 27, 2001 d/o late Edward & Olive (nee Romberger) Knoll member, St. Paul's United Methodist Church, Pine Grove. Attended Cresona High School. Employed as a seamstress at the former Pine Grove Apparel, Pine Grove Survivors: Daughter Susan Strubhar, Fredericksburg Daughter Cheryl Hlavaty, Pine Grove Daughter Virginia White, Cleona Son Michael Kendall, Sitka, Alaska Sister Ruth Weand, Harrisburg Brother Marlin Knoll, Pine Grove Brother Harvey Knoll, Harrisburg 10 grandchildren a great-grandchild. Burial: St. John's Lutheran Cemetery, Pine Grove, Schuylkill Co. PA Oct 23, 2001 Carol B. (nee Brown) Kleinfelter, age 61 b. Jun 30, 1940 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA d. Oct 21, 2001 North Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA w/o Earl W. Kleinfelter d/o late Earl & Eleanor (nee Reigle) Brown retired secretary, M & M Drywall, Palmyra member, Trinity United Methodist Church, Hummelstown member, Hummelstown Golden Age Club conductress of Hershey Order of the Eastern Star 509 enjoyed traveling, crafts, knitting and cannied jellies. Survivors: Son Dennis G., h/o Mary Kleinfelter, Palmyra Daughter Eleanor K., w/o Bob Schauer, Myerstown Sister Doris Anderson, Costa Mesa, CA Four grandchildren Four great-grandchildren Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 23, 2001 Anthony R. D'Agostino, age 20 b. Jul 15, 1981 Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Oct 22, 2001 Danville, Montour Co. PA s/o Robert L. & Janice J. (nee Weaver) D'Agostino Graduate, 2000, Minersville High School, affliated w/Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witness, Pottsville Employed as a Painter's assistant for the DiAgostino Painting Co. Survivors: Brother Robert D'Agostino Jr., Pine Grove Brother Michael D'Agostino, Minersville Brother Thomas D'Agostino, Minersville Sister Christine Fritz, Schuylkill Haven Maternal Grandparents Jack & Diana Weaver Sr., Auburn Maternal Great- Grandmother Marian Freed, Port Clinton Aunts, uncles and cousins. Preceded in death by: Brother Joseph D'Agostino Burial: Schuylkill Haven Memorial Park Cemetery, Schuylkill Haven, Schuylkill Co. PA Oct 23, 2001 Tangie M. (nee Arndt) Lockhart, age 50 b. Mar 29, 1951 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA d. Oct 21, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Raymond P. Lockhart Sr., who died in 1998. Parents are not listed. Graduate, John Harris High School Survivors: Son Frank Edward Buffington, Lebanon Daughter Crystal, w/o Juan Muniz, Highspire Brother Howard Arndt, Enola Brother Harry Arndt, Millersville Sister Marci Savage, Elizabethtown Five grandchildren Burial: not listed. Oct 23, 2001 William R. "Bob" Minnich, age 69 b. Mar 12, 1932 Hazelton, PA d. Oct 19, 2001 Deep Gap, NC w/o Virginia K. (nee Ax) Minnich s/o Albert B. & Sarah (nee Ely) Minnich retired, UniServe representative for PA State Education Association was former social studies teacher, Cornwall-Lebanon School District Navy veteran of Korean War. Graduate, Hazelton High School Graduate, Lebanon Valley College, Annville Earned his master's degree from Temple University Member, Lebanon Country Club Member, Trout Unlimited & Susquehannock Fly Fishers Former president, Mt. Gretna Men's Club. Avid golfer, card player, fisherman Survivors: Son Jefferson D., h/o Karen Minnich, Mt. Joy Daughter Sarah A. Minnich, Madison, WI A Granddaughter Preceded in death by: Brother Albert B. Minnich Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 24, 2001 Mildred E. (nee Sechrist) Whitman, age 83 b. Mar 19, 1918 Jackson Twp., PA d. Oct 20, 2001 Palmetto, Florida w/o late Earl W. Whitman d/o late Raymond & Katie (nee Smith) Sechrist waitress, 18 years, Palmyra American Legion during WW2, waitress at Indiantown Gap Military Reservation, Officers Club member, Palm Luther Church, Palmyra member, Legionetts of the Legion of Honor Zembo Temple Shrine member, Amercian Legion member, VFW Ladies Auxiliaries, Palmyra and Palmetto, FL 50 year member Card Club Girls, Palmyra Survivors: Daughter Sherry D., w/o Charles Brinkman, Palmetto, FL Brother Sterling Sechrist, Dayton Beach FL Four grandchildren Severn great-grandchildren Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 24, 2001 E. Paul Cokely Sr., age 81 b. Dec 12, 1919 Elmira Heights, Chemung Co. NY d. Oct 23, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Mary M. (nee Morgan) Cokely, to whom he married 56 years, Jun 2001 s/o late Peter H. & Pearl C. (nee Collins) Cokely retired 1981, manual arts therapist, Lebanon VA Medical Center Marine veteran of WW2. Earned bachelor of science degree, State University of New York at Oswego, NY Earned a master's degree of education, Millersville University. Member, Grace United Church of Christ, Lebanon Member, National Association of Retired Federal Employees Member, Annville American Legion Member, Lebanon Senior Center Former member, Optimist Club. Survivors: Son E. Paul Cokely Jr., Lebanon Brother Glenn Cokely, Elmira NY Sister Virginia Pouliot, Edison NJ Three grandchildren Several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Brother Harold Cokely Burial: Mt. Lebanon Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 24, 2001 Randall H. Greene Jr., age 45 b. Aug 11, 1956 Georgia d. Oct 23, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Jane L. (nee Noss) Greene s/o late Randall H. Sr. & Almeda (nee Keener) Greene Navy veteran Self-employed contractor Avid baseball card collector and outdoorsman. Survivors: Son Joshua Greene, Palmyra Son Nathaniel Greene, Palmyra Daughter Jodi L. Noss, Palmyra Sister Linda Barnhart, Oswego NY Brother Dean Keener, Mt. Wilson Step-father Herbert Whitman, Mt. Wilson Burial: Colebrook Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, South Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 24, 2001 Denis R. Bernard, age 60 b. Nov 19, 1940 Rexmont, PA d. Oct 23, 2001 Reading, Berks Co. PA h/o Joanne L. (nee Light) Bernard s/o Elizabeth M. (nee Keath) Bernard and the late Dewey R. Bernard. Graduate, 1958, Cornwall High School Graduate, 1960, Lebanon Valley College, Annville Office worker at Grace Mines for 15 years, last working 1985 Army Veteran of Vietnam era Member, St. Benedict's Roman Catholic Church, where he was a eucharistic minister. Survivors: Son Michael D. Bernard, New Holland Daughter Marcia L. Harris, Reading Daughter Andrea S. O'Neill, Rosenberg TX Brother Clair Bernard, Rexmont Sister Anita Golba, South Bend IN Six grandchildren Burial: Memory Gardens, Ephrata, Lancaster Co. PA Oct 25, 2001 Samuel H. Hoffman, age 74 b. Oct 9, 1927 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 23, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Nina (nee White) Hoffman. S/o late Harper L. & Sara (nee Petersen) Hoffman Former director, Finance Susquehanna Employment & Training Corp., Harrisburg, retire 1980. Prior, regional director, Highway Users Ferderation for Safety & Mobility in Washington D. C. Graduate, Palmyra High School. Air Force Veteran Member, Palm Lutheran Church, Palmyra Member, VFW Post 23, Lebanon Member, Brownstone Lodge 666 F & AM, Hershey Member, Harrisbury Consistory Member, Zembo Shrine Former member, Palmyra Rotary Club. Survivors: Son Dale E. Hoffman, Palmyra Son Ralph E. Hoffman, Vienna VA Daughter Wave M. Hoffman, Palmyra Brother John Hoffman, Florida Three grandchildren Preceded in death by: Son Samuel H. Hoffman Jr. Sister Ilda B. Thomas Burial: Wenger's Cemetery, Swatara Township, Lebanon Co. PA Oct 25, 2001 Mary E. (nee Asper) Bomberger, age 98 b. Apr 16, 1903 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA d. Oct 24, 2001 Palmyra, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late David Bomberger, who died in 1979. D/o late Samuel & Sarah (nee Harris) Asper Shopkeeper in Annville Area Houseparent at Bethany Children's Home, Womelsdorf Member, Zion Evangelical Congregational Church, Annville, since 1919 Member, Loyal Philatheas Sunday school class, which she was secretary 1938 Ð 1959 Past president, Women's Missionary Society Director of Young People's Missionary society Former member, Sunday School and church Board of Zion Evangelical Congregational Church, Annville Charter member, Annville PTA Chairwoman of the ways and means committee. Member, Annville Union Hose Fire Co. Auxiliary Member, Recreation Association of Annville Playground Served on the Annville picnic committee. Survivors: Daughter Dorothy M. Hetrick, Annville Step-dau Kathryn Hudson, Boulder CO Sister Pauline Bowman, Lancaster Sister Alice Flickinger, Palmyra 10 grandchildren 18 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Son Ray E. Stober Jr. Step-son D. Richard Bomberger Daughter Esther Plasterer Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 25, 2001 Emma E. (nee Wagner) Spitler, age 85 b. Aug 20, 1916 Denton Co. NY d. Oct 24, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Clarence L. Spitler, to whom she was married 55 years, Dec 2000. d/o late Henry C. & Mattie (nee King) Wagner retired sales clerk from Schaffer's Dress Shop, Lebanon formerly, factory worker at Stausstown Dress Factory active member, Lebanon Church of the Brethren, and its Quilter's Club. Survivors: Son Dale L., h/o Sheila M. Spitler, Myerstown Son Byron L., h/o Audrey R. Spitler, Lebanon Daughter Linda S., w/o Lawrence L. Geesaman, Harrisburg Three grandchildren Last of her immediate family. Burial: Klopp's Union Cemetery, Fredericksburg, Lebanon Co. PA Oct 25, 2001 Russell D. Whitman II, age 25 b. Feb 19, 1976 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 21, 2001 Lebanon PA s/o Russell D. & Laura L. (nee Williams) Whitman steel fabricator at Bressler Meter Works Inc., Lebanon avid pool player who played pool in Lebanon Survivors: Brother Corey Whitman, Lebanon Brother Ben Whitman, Lebanon Brother Andrew Whitman, Lebanon Grandfather Russell D. Whitman, Lebanon Grandmother Mary Lou Whitman, Lebanon Grandmother Nancy Sprau, Decatur IL Two aunts Two uncles A niece Number of cousins. Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 25, 2001 Clara K. (nee Stoudt) Snyder Clark, age 74 b. May 7, 1927 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 23, 2001 Lebanon, PA w/o Lewis E. Clark, w/whom she would have celebrated 57 years, Nov 25, 2001. D/o late George A. & Edith M. Stoudt Survivors: Daughter Colleen, w/o Dale Stevenson, Lebanon Brother Winfield W. Snyder, Lebanon Sister Edith, w/o Ernest Zeckman, Bunker Hill Families of her sister and brother. Four grandchildren Two great-granchildren Preceded in death by: Daughter Karen K. Nissley Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N.Annville twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 25, 2001 Maggie E. (Labe) Hoffa, age 80 b. date not listed Tulpehocken Twp. PA d. Oct 24, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Edwin J. Hoffa, who died Dec 29, 1983. D/o late Harry G. Sr. & Gertrude M. (nee Moyer) Labe homemaker member, St. John's Host Church, Tulpehocken Twp. Survivors: Daughter Diane Long, Robesonia Son Dale R. Hoffa, Palmyra Son Larry E. Hoffa, Boyertown Son Robert A. Hoffa, Newtown Brother Harry G. Labe Jr., Sinking Spring 10 grandchildren seven great-grandchildren burial: St. John's Host Church, Tulpehocken Twp. PA Oct 25, 2001 Naomi A. (nee Gibson) Miller, age 86 b. Jun 2, 1915 Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co. PA d. Oct 23, 2001 North Londonderry Twp., Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Rev. Clarence E. Miller, who died Mar 13, 1992. S/o late Clifford H. & Alice (nee Clayton) Gibson Retired school teacher, Central Dauphin School District, outside Harrisburg Member, Holy Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lebanon Survivors: Daughter N. Carol Miller, Nesopeck, PA Son Paul M. Miller, Winneconne, Wisconsin A Grandchild Preceded in death by: Daughter Dr. Lois K. Miller-Espelie Burial: location is not listed. Oct 26, 2001 Joseph E. Wise, age 19 b. Sep 27, 1982 Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Oct 24, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA s/o Brian E. Wise and Cathy M. (nee Joseph) Wise Graduate, 2001, Pine Grove High School Member, St. Peter's United Church of Christ, Pine Grove Survivors: Half-sister Melissa Moyer, Hummelstown Maternal Grandfather Thomas Joseph, Pine Grove Paternal Grandmother Dorothy, w/o Robert Wolfe, Schuylkill Haven Burial: Charles Raber Cemetery, Pottsville, Schuylkill Co. PA Oct 26, 2001 Maggie E. (nee Labe) Hoffa, age 80 b. date not listed Tulpehocken Twp. PA d. Oct 24, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Edwin J. Hoffa, who died Dec 29, 1983. D/o late Harry G. Sr. & Gertrude M. (nee Moyer) Labe homemaker member, St. John's Host Church, Tulpehocken Twp. Survivors: Daughter Diane Long, Robesonia Son Dale R. Hoffa, Palmyra Son Larry E. Hoffa, Boyertown Son Robert A. Hoffa, Newtown Brother Harry G. Labe Jr., Sinking Spring 10 grandchildren seven great-grandchildren burial: St. John's Host Church, Tulpehocken Twp. PA Oct 26, 2001 Maria (nee Pfieffer) Berger, age 87 b. Jan 4, 1914 Yugoslavia d. Oct 24, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Franz Berger d/o late Michael & Theresa (Oswald) Pfieffer member, St. Cecilia church, Lebanon Survivors: Son Anton Berger, Lebanon Daughter Elizabeth Faller, Lebanon Sister Theresia Keilhauer, Austria Two grandchildren Several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: Son Michael Berger Burial: St. Gertrude's Cemetery, Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA Oct 27, 2001 Sara E. (nee Pickett) Hoff, age 78 b. Nov 6, 1922 Lebanon County PA d. Oct 26, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA w/o Charles B. Hoff d/o late George & Eva (nee Eisenhower) Pickett retired from Printed Terry, Lebanon Survivors: Daughter Cheryl, w/o Charles Yountz, Lebanon Daughter Jeanette, w/o Kenneth Cantrell, Lebanon Daughter Mary Ellen Schwenk and companion, Larry Laverty 10 grandchildren nine great-grandchildren brother George Pickett burial: not listed in the obituary. Oct 27, 2001 Randolph A. "Bud" Shroyer, age 79 b. May 25, 1922 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 26, 2001 Lebanon PA h/o Elizabeth M. (nee Horst) Shroyer s/o David & Mildred (nee Dengler) Ensminger retired, former employee of Lebanon Plant of Bethlehem Steel Corp, payroll department. Army Air Corp. veteran of WW2 Member, Immanuel United Methodist Church, Cleona, where he served on Administrative board, former Sunday school superintendent. Active volunteer at Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon Member, Cleona Senior Citizens, where he was song leader Former member, White Eagle banjo band Graduate, Lebanon High School. Survivors: Son Randolph A., w/o Barbara Shroyer, Manheim Daughter Donna M. Kent, Mt. Gretna Three grandchildren Two great-grandchildren Sister Vivian, w/o Henry Moyer, Palmyra Preceded in death by: Half-brother Victor Snyder Burial: Ebenezer "Greenwood" Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 29, 2001 John R. "Jack" Sweitzer, age 65 b. May 13, 1936 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 27, 2001 Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA h/o Ann K. (nee Perini) Sweitzer, w/whom he clebrated 10 years, August 2001. S/o late John A. & Cathryn M. (nee Hivner) Sweitzer Retired from the sanitation dept of Hershey Foods Corp., after 35 years. Member, Rocherty United Methodist Church Member, Navy Club Ship 91, Lebanon Survivors: Son Michael S., h/o Kendra Sweitzer, Lebanon Son Robert A. Sweitzer, Germansville Brother Grant "Bud", h/o Doris Sweitzer, Lebanon Brother Charles, h/o Polly Sweitzer, Lebanon Brother Glenn, h/o Linda Sweitzer, Carlise Brother Dennis, h/o Donna Hivner, Joppa Maryland Sister Arnetta Reichard, Lebanon Sister Arlene, w/o Charles Groft, Lebanon Sister Mary Jane Kuglar, Lebanon Sister Sara Ciccone, Lebanon Sister Barbara, w/o David Wallett, Quentin Sister Cathryn Sweitzer, Robesonia 8 grandchildren several nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Sister Marion Bickle Brother Donald Sweitzer Burial: no location is listed. Oct 29, 2001 Maurice Lami (Tai Nguon Lam), age 82 b. Mar 9, 1919 Can Tho, Vietnam d. Oct 27, 2001 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Lisa (nee Le) Lami s/o late Tho & Heip (nee Lu) Nguon retired employee of Lebanon Valley Offset Printing, Annville member, Vietnamese Alliance Church, Lancaster enjoyed tennis, dancing and traveling. Survivors: Son Thach Nguon Lam, Lebanon Son Thien Nguon Lam, Lebanon Son Thanh Nguon Lam, York Son Tung Lam Tran, Lancaster Son Franklin Thien-Anh Nguon Lam, Hershey Daughter Thu-Thuy Thi Lam, Lebanon Daughter Thu-Thu Thi Lam, Houston, TX Daughter Tuyen Lam Tran, Vietnam Daughter Dorothy Tram-Nah Nguon Lami, Hershey Brother Tanh Nguon Lam, Virginia Sister Tri Thi Lam, Lancaster 13 grandchildren burial: Sattazahn Lutheran Church Cemetery, Jonestown, Lebanon Co.PA Oct 29, 2001 Frank P. Woefling, age 91 b. May 18, 1910 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 27, 2001 Myerstown, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Helen M. (nee Lutz) Woelfling, w/whom he would have celebrate 71 years, on Nov. 15, 2001 s/o late Joseph & Rosina (nee Rothlander) Woelfling. Retired employee of Richland Cutting Center Member, Holy Name Society Member, Mary Gate of Heaven Church, Myerstown Avid bowler. Survivors: Daughter Catherine, w/o Harold Wolfe, Gretna Springs Son Frank A., h/o Maxine Woelfling, Strasburg Five grandchildren Four great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brothers Joseph, Martin, and Adam Woelfling Burial: Holy Cross Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 29, 2001 Erma M. (nee Russial) Murphy, age 80 b. Jan 5, 1921 Jonestown, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 28, 2001 Allentown, PA w/o late Joseph J. Murphy, who died Dec 12, 1998. D/o late Peter & Mary (nee Irrevanti) Russial Worked for the community action committee of the Lehigh Valley for 10 years as an office Manager, retired 1983. Member, Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church. Survivors: Son Joseph W. Murphy, Allentown Daughter Elaine Minnich, Collegeville Daughter Tisha Walmer, Schaefferstown Brother Alfred Russial, King of Prussia Brother Custie Russial, Pottsville Brother Joseph Russial, Pottsville Brother Peter Russial, Ridley Park Sister Anna Brennan, Wallingford Sister Rose David, Woodlyn Four grandchildren Preceded in death by: Brother Surfield Russial Sister Agnes Jenkins, Catherine Jenkins, and Mary McTaggart. Burial: Holy Saviour Cemetery, Bethlehem, Northamption Co. PA Oct 29, 2001 Otto Bender, age 74 b. May 26, 1927 Babenhausen, Germany d. Oct 26, 2001 Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA h/o Darlene Bender s/o late Karl H & Margarete (nee Bruckner) Bender worked for Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Co. for 29 years. Following retirement, worked at the Milton Hershey School as a tailor. Survivors: Son Klaus Bender, Arlington VA Son Andreas Bender, Highspire Daughter Heidi Ganse, Manheim Step-son Glenn George, Palmyra Brother Kurt Bender, Germany Brother Adolf Bender, Camp Hill Sister Bertel Balzer, Germany Sister Gertrude Roeder, Hershey A grandson Burial: Cremation. No burial location listed. Oct 29, 2001 John B. Gish, age 90 b. date not listed Derry Township, Dauphin Co. PA d. Oct 27, 2001 Middletown, Dauphin Co. PA h/o late Catherine M. Gish, who died in 1978 h/o late Eva S. Gish, who died in 2000 s/o late Clayton & Sara Ann (nee Boggs) Gish retired employee of Hershey Foods Navy Veteran of WW2 Member and past commander, American Legion Post 265, Hummelstown Member, Middletown Moose Lodge. Survivors: Step-son Stanley E. Shifflett, Dallas TX Brother Fred Gish, Hummelstown Sister Hester Musser, Annville Two step-grandchildren Burial: Hummelstown Cemetery, Hummelstown, Dauphin Co. PA Oct 29, 2001 Walter Marvin Cox, age 89 b. Dec 23, 1911 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 27, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o late Elizabeth E. (nee McKinney) Cox. S/o late Walter R. & Amelia (nee Benninghoff) Cox Retired inspector for Bethlehem Steel Corp. Member, St. Stephens United Church of Christ, Lebanon Survivors: Daughter JoAnne, w/o James Bomberger, Lebanon Daughter Sharon, w/o Karl Long, Lebanon Five grandchildren Two great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Two brothers and a sister. Burial: Ebenezer "Greenwood" Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co.PA Oct 30, 2001 John "Johnny" Doris, age 87 b. date not provided. d. Oct 28, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Grace A. (nee Burkhart) Doris s/o late Dominic & Mary (nee DeJulia) Doris retired in 1978 from what is now Rockwell International Corp formerly Textile Machine Works as a supervisor, foundry division, 27 years. Before that, Creating Knitting Inc Then Publix Shirt co. Myerstown Currently serving as chairman of the Myerstown sewer authority Former long-term resident of Womelsdorf Served on the borough's sewer authority 1972 Ð 1979 A Womelsdorf borough councilman Jan 1980 Ð Dec 1987 Member, of the founding board of Womelsdorf Swimming Pool Association Member, Mary Gate of Heaven Church, Myerstown Survivors: Brother Garman Doris, Myerstown Sister Edith Camody, Execter, VT Sister Mildred Doris, Myerstown Sister Lena Manari, Hershey Sister Alice Manari, Hershey Burial: Zion Lutheran & Reformed Cemetery, Womelsdorf, Berks Co. PA Oct 30, 2001 Florence M. (nee Bankes) Krueger, age 91 b. date not listed Ryan Township, Schuylkill Co. PA d. Oct 27, 2001 Annville, Lebanon Co. PA w/o late Frederick H. Kreuger d/o late Lewis J. & Elizabeth (nee Jones) Bankes during WW2 she worked at the Atlas Powder Co., Reynolds Plant member, St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Tamaqua Survivors: Daughter Roberta K., w/o Robert L. Smith, Lebanon Sister Raedel Moore, Orwigsburg Brother Reese Bankes, Barnesville A grandson Preceded in death by: Brothers Lewis W. Bankes, Daniel Bankes, and Elmer Bankes Sisters Alberta Knieriem, Helen Teter, and Thelma Assalito Burial: Zion Stone Church Cemetery, Snyders, Schuylkill Co. PA Oct 30, 2001 John Harvey George, age 78 b. Sep 2, 1923 Lima, PA d. Oct 29, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Eloise H. (nee Coffelt) George, to whom he was married 51 years, May 2001. S/o late Malcolm H. & Helen W. (nee Walker) George. Graduate of Temple University Retired electrical planner for Boeing Helicopters in Eddystone Army veteran of WW2. Member, Salem Lutheran Church, Lebanon Former member, American Legion in McConnelsburg Avid hunter, fisherman, and gardener who enjoyed camping Active in the community Center at Gretna Springs Communtiy were he lived. Survivors: Son John H. Jr., h/o Diana George, Boothwyn Son Ronald C., h/o Loretta George, Shippensburg Brother Malcolm H. George Jr., Pennsbury Brother Raymond N., h/o Clara George, Manheim Several nieces and nephews. Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E. Hanover Twp. Lebanon Co. PA Oct 30, 2001 Kenneth R. Seltzer, age 64 b. Apr 12, 1937 Hershey, Dauphin Co. PA d. Oct 21, 2001 Phoenix, Maricopa Co. AZ h/o Nita L. Seltzer, to whom he was married 42 years. S/o late Claire & Alice Seltzer Hershey native Longtime resident of Arizona Served in the Air Force for 20 years, retiring as a master sergeant in 1975. Served as fire equipment business owner Member, Thomas Road Baptist Church, Phoenix, AZ Burial: Veterans Cemetery, Phoenix, Maricopa Co. Arizona Oct 30, 2001 Henry F. Kenner, age 88 b. date not listed Rapho Township, Lancaster Co. PA d. Oct 27, 2001 Lititz, Lancaster Co. PA h/o late Elsie G. (nee Miller) Kenner, who died Jul 11, 1999. S/o late Samuel D. & Minnie S. (nee Flinchbaugh) Keener In the feed business for over 37 years. Salesman and serviceman for a full line of commercial feeds. Worked for John W. Eshelmann & Sons, Lancaster, 14 years Worked for Wenger Feeds in Rheems Worked for Beacon Milling in Kayuga New York Houseparent for Milton Hershey School in the 1930's Member, Brunnerville United Methodist Church, Lititz for 30 years. Avid hunter, golfer, enjoyed woodworking flower, vegetable gardening, and traveling To the west coast and New England states. Grand Champion twice at the PA State Farm Show for his black walnuts. Survivors: Daughter Nancy M., w/o Robert G. McCafferty, Dorest, VT Daughter Janet M. Keener, Costa Mesa, California Daughter Joyce, w/o Thomas H. Cherones Jr., Florence, Oregon Sister Elizabeth "Betty", w/o Abner G. Miller, Landis Homes Sister Esther S., w/o Lester Keener, Elizabethtown 6 grandchildren Preceded in death by: Son George Arthur Keener, who died in 1988. Burial: location is not listed. Oct 30, 2001 Nettie (nee Carter) Fleck, age 76 b. Sep 21, 1925 Clearfield PA d. Oct 27, 2001 Clearfield PA d/o late John A. & Rebecca Mae (nee Ogden) Carter retired from Murray's Steaks, Lebanon survivors: Sister Nancy Pratt, Johnsonburg A granddaughter Numerous nieces and nephews Preceded in death by: Son John A. Fleck, who died Mar 23, 1988 Brothers Edward Carter, Charles Carter, John Carter, and Albert Carter Sisters Gladys Carter, Sarah Lippert, and Ruth Phillips Burial: location not listed Oct 30, 2001 Karl S. Russell Jr., age 82 b. Jul 9, 1919 West Chester PA d. Oct 29, 2001 Lancaster, Lancaster Co. PA h/o Ethel G. (nee Adams) Russell s/o late Karl & Minna (nee Shepard) Russell Merchant Marine Veteran Retired inspector from Hartford Insurance Co. Attended Bible Baptist Church, Lebanon Member, West Chester Masonic Lodge 322. Survivors: Daughter Saundra L. Kleinfelt, Harrisburg Daughter Barbara A. Miller, Pennsburg Daughter Dawn F. Russell, Kutztown Daughter Judy K. Natale, Kennett Square Sister Erma Hemphil, Drexel Hill 12 grandchildren 12 great-grandchildren Preceded in death by; Son Bruce K. Russell, who died Oct 29, 1953. Burial: Greenwood Cemetery, Tower City, Schuylkill Co. PA Oct 31, 2001 Leonard F. Gerhart, age 62 b. Jun 7, 1939 Fredericksburg, Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 30, 2001 Fredericksburg PA s/o late Henry F. Sr. & Martha J. (nee Seigfried) Gerhart retired from Northern Lebanon High School, where he had worked as the transportation director worked for D. B. Fisher as a trip coordinator and bus driver. An instructor for D. B. Fisher and Northern Lebanon High School. Graduate, 1957, Northern Lebanon High School Air Force Veteran of the Vietnam War Served on the Hinkelfest committee since its beginning. Member. St. John's United Church of Christ, Fredericksburg Member, Lebanon Barbershop Chorus 40 year member, Fredericksburg Legion, where he served as its commander, adjutant, treasurer and secretary. Since 1985, he had served as the Oratoricle chairman 1979 Ð 1980 as an aid to the 19th district commander, as district commander 1981 Ð 1983. Had been serving as its chaplain. Survivors: Brother Eugene H. Gerhart Sr., Wyomissing Brother Henry F. Gerhart, Fredericksburg Sister Bette M. Foskey, Seaford, Delaware Sister Henrietta G. Gerhart, Green Point Sister Myra M. Zechman, Pine Grove Sister Robin L. Getz, Fredericksburg Number of nieces and nephews. Burial: Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, E.Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA Oct 31, 2001 Irvin L. Rhoad, age 80 b. Jul 29, 1921 East Hanover Twp., PA d. Oct 28, 2001 Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. PA h/o Pauline c. (nee Yohn) Rhoad s/o late William & Sarah (nee Hetrick) Rhoad retired supervisor for the Reese Candy Co., Hershey member, Odd Fellows, Middletown attended Evangelical Free Church, Hershey volunteered work for the church. Survivors: Daughter Constance Rhoad, Harrisburg Brother John Rhoad, Palmyra Brother William Rhoad, Annville A Grandson A Great-granddaughter Preceded in death by: Daughter Carol Rhoad Burial: Shells Cemetery, East Hanover Twp. PA Oct 31, 2001 Edwin W. Shuey, age 87 b. Oct 26, 1914 East Hanover Twp., Lebanon Co. PA d. Oct 30, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA h/o Etta Mae (nee Hartman) Shuey s/o late William H. & Gertie (nee Wentling) Shuey retired rotary kiln operator for Millard Lime and Stone, Annville member, Bethany United Methodist Church, Palmyra member, Steelstown Gunning Club enjoyed hunting, fishing, snowmobiling and the outdoors. Survivors: Daughter Barbara Ann Brubaker, Palmyra Brother Henry Shuey, Ono Brother Paul Shuey, Palmyra Sister Myrtle Sholley, Lebanon Two grandchildren A great-grandchild. Burial: Grand View Memorial Park, N. Annville, Lebanon Co. PA Oct 31, 2001 Virginia C. (nee Sinclair) Lambert, age 69 b. Nov 13, 1931 Dunhand Township, Greene Co. PA d. Oct 30, 2001 Lebanon, Lebanon Co. PA d/o late Gilbert & Minnie (nee Shipley) Sinclair. Retired from the bindery department of Donald Byler Offset, Lebanon, 15 years of service. Member, Water Works Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary Survivors: Son Keith, h/o Wanda Lambert, Palmyra Son Joel, h/o Kathy Lambert, Lebanon Son Lyle, h/o Michelle Lambert, Annville Daughter Carla, w/o Kevin Brown, Mt. Aetna Daughter Kim, w/o Randy Neff, Myerstown 10 grandchildren a great-grandson Preceded in death by: Sons Gilbert Lambert & Carl Lambert Granddaughter Heather Lambert Burial: Ebenezer "Greenwood" Cemetery, N.Lebanon Twp., Lebanon Co. PA