Obituaries
Faye Marie McCarty
Jul 15, 2026
Faye Marie McCarty, 84, of Lancaster, passed away on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at her home surrounded by her loving family. In passing, Faye is reunited with her beloved husband I. Richard McCarty who passed away in May 1999.
Faye was born on September 22, 1941 in Quarryville, PA to her late parents, Simon Snyder Rineer and Mildred Ann (Boyd) Rineer....
Julia M. Guinette
Jul 12, 2026
Julia M. Guinette, 87, passed away on Sunday, July 12, 2026, at Fairmount Homes in Ephrata, PA. She is survived by her husband, Gordon Guinette.
Julie loved her family and spending time with people. Her kindness and sweet spirit were known to many. She loved being outdoors and enjoyed Hummingbirds, Gardening, and especially her Flowers. She and Gordon have been members...
Doris Jean Snader
Jul 12, 2026
Doris Jean Snader, 68, flew to the Rainbow Bridge to hug all her beloved departed pets, especially Katy. They were the joy of her life and loved her unconditionally.
She is survived by the love of her life, her wife, Dawn. They were partners for 20 years before marrying on July 23, 2015.
Doris graduated Cum laude from Millersville University in 1994...
Wayne F. Wright
Jul 7, 2026
Wayne F. Wright, 82, of Ephrata, died Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at his home. He was preceded in death by his wife, Vera H. (Huber) Wright in 1999.
Wayne graduated from Northern Potter Joint Schools in 1963. He came to Lancaster to service in 1-W service and later became employed by Armstrong World Industries, retiring in 1999 as a flooring inspector.
Surviving...
Sadie S. Good
Jul 6, 2026
Sadie S. Good, 92, of New Holland, passed away on Tuesday, July 6, 2026, at Garden Spot Village, surrounded by her loving family. Sadie was born in Honey Brook, to her late parents, Joel and Rebecca (Stoltzfus) Stoltzfus. She was married to the late George G. Good, who passed away in 2011.
Sadie was a long standing active member of Conestoga...
John E. Wagner, Jr.
Jul 5, 2026
John E. Wagner, Jr., of Morgantown, passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2026, at Wellspan Ephrata Community Hospital.
Born in Coatesville, he was the son of the late John E. and Ruth Beideman Wagner. He was the partner of Janet E. Seeds.
John retired from Lukens Steel after 41 years of employment. He served in the US Army during the Vietnam War...
Shaun W. Laird
Jul 3, 2026
Shaun Wesley Laird passed away on July 3, 2026 at the age of 58, after gracefully handling the hardship of ALS. He was born on February 11, 1968, in DuBois, PA, and grew up in the city of Hazen, PA.
Shaun graduated from Brookville Area High School in 1986 and served in the United States Air Force from 1991–1999, including a...
J. David Hollowood
Jul 2, 2026
J. David Hollowood, 86, formerly of New Holland, entered the presence of Jesus on July 2, 2026.
Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late M. James and Jane (Piehl) Hollowood. He was the husband of Gail D. (Fagrelius) Hollowood, whom he married on December 30, 1961 and with whom he shared 64 years of marriage.
He was a retired...
Shelba J. Boley
Jun 28, 2026
Shelba J. (Hollinger) Boley, 85, passed away peacefully to be with our Savior on June 28, 2026 at Zerbe Sisters Retirement Community.
Born in Manheim, she was daughter of the late Benjamin and Ruth (Ginder) Hollinger.
She was the wife of the late Malcolm L. Boley, with whom she shared 51 years of marriage until the time of his passing on September...
William E. Davidson
Jun 26, 2026
William (Bill) E. Davidson, 89, of Ephrata, PA, passed away on June 26, 2026.
Born in Shenandoah, PA on May 31, 1937, he was the son of the late John D. and Mary E. (Gradwell) Davidson.
He was married to Joan L. (Rodarmel) Davidson for an incredible 69 devoted years, exemplifying loyalty, companionship, and unwavering love to their family and friends alike....
Mervin S. Horst
Jun 25, 2026
Mervin S. Horst, 94, went home to be with his Savior peacefully on June 25, 2026 at Garden Spot Village. He was born in Clay Township on December 27, 1931 to the late Joseph and Bertha Horst. In 1942 he made a personal profession of faith in Jesus Christ and became a child of God. He was preceded in death...
Deborah A. Norotsky
Jun 25, 2026
Deborah A. (Posey) Norotsky, 77, of Ephrata, passed away on June 25, 2026 at Lancaster General Hospital.
Born in St. Albans, NY, she was the daughter of the late Lawrence M. and Anna V. (Dombroski) Posey.
She was an active member of Our Mother of Perpetual Help. She was employed by the former Sovereign Bank for over 25 years holding many positions....
Paul H. Gehman
Jun 25, 2026
With tender hearts, we announce that our beloved father, Paul H. Gehman, 88, passed away peacefully after a two-year battle with cancer on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at Fairmount, Ephrata, where he had lived since 2024. While we will miss him deeply, we rejoice knowing he is now in the presence of the Savior he loved and served throughout his...
Brenda M. Leaman
Jun 24, 2026
Brenda M. Leaman, 84, a resident of Ephrata Manor, passed away at the home on Wednesday, June 24, 2026.
She was the wife of Rev. Mark M. Leaman. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Lloyd J. and Mae Sensenig Martin.
Brenda was a homemaker and had also owned and operated Brenda’s Dress Designs for many years. She was...
Deborah Shea Rowe
Jun 24, 2026
Deborah Shea Rowe, passed peacefully on June 24, 2026, in New Holland, PA.
Deborah was born January 10, 1953, in Vallejo, California to Charlotte Fernandez Shea and Eugene David Shea. Deborah had 4 siblings, an older brother Kevin, and younger brother Michael, a younger sister Mary and a younger brother David who passed away in 1995.
Deborah met David Rowe in Tahoe...
Melvin E. Messner
Jun 24, 2026
Melvin E. Messner, 65, of East Earl, died Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at his home. He was the loving husband of Geraldine H. (Weaver) Messner, for the last 40 years.
Born in East Earl, he was the son of Helen (Burkholder) Messner of East Earl and the late Howard Messner.
Melvin worked at CNH as an assembler and in the shipping department.
He...
Cameron Aries
Jun 22, 2026
In loving memory of Cameron Aries April 18, 1996 - June 22, 2026 With profound sadness and heavy hearts, we announce the sudden passing of Cameron Aries (formerly known as Cameron Heagy) on June 22, 2026. Born on April 18, 1996 in Lancaster, PA. Cameron’s life, though brief, was filled with vibrant energy, creative expression, and profound love for all....
Christian G. Zook
Jun 22, 2026
Christian G. Zook, 74, of New Holland, passed away on Monday, June 22, 2026, at home. Christian was born in Lancaster City, to his late parents, John and Emma (Glick) Zook. He is survived by his beloved wife at home, Betty J. (Griffith) Zook.
A diligent worker all his life, Christian retired from Hoobers Feeds after 27 years of service. He...
Herbert Schuett
Jun 21, 2026
Herbert Schuett, 71, of Ephrata, passed away at home on Sunday, June 21, 2026.
He was married 47 years to Nancy Weidensaul Schuett. Born in Stuttgart, Germany, he was the son of the late David and Annetta Mogck Schuett.
Herbert had worked as a machinist most of his life. He was a member of the German Church of God and enjoyed woodworking...
Ruth L. Meck
Jun 20, 2026
Ruth Wenger Landis Meck, 90, of 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland, entered into God’s rest on Saturday, June 20, 2026. She was the wife of the late Jay A. Meck who died December 27, 2003.
Born July 31, 1935, in East Lampeter Twp., she was the daughter of the late Christian D. and Grace Wenger Landis. Ruth was a graduate...
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