ObituarY LisTING

Jul 6, 2024

YORK – David L. “Dutch” Irwin, 80, passed away Saturday, July 6, 2024 at his residence. He was the husband of the late Sharon (Tharp) Irwin to whom he was married for 54 years.

A Celebration of life Tribute Service will be held 3:00 PM, Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at Heffner Funeral Chapel & Crematory,...

Jul 5, 2024

RED LION – Weldon E. Poff, 94, passed away Friday, July 6, 2024 at Inners Creek Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was the husband of Phyllis (Saylor) Poff, to whom he was married for 68 years.

Born January 6, 1930 in Craley, he was a son of the late Earl and Marian L. (Morton)...

Jul 3, 2024

RED LION – Robin Catherine (Baum) Smith, 49, passed away Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at York Hospital. She was the wife of Brian Gregory Smith of Red Lion to whom she was married for 25 years.

A Celebration of Life Tribute Service will be held Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 11:00 AM located at Olewiler...

Jul 3, 2024

Michelle Shaffer was born May 11, 1962, in Hutchinson, Kansas to Albert L. Villines II and Carmen (Duran) Villines. She passed away on July 3, 2024 in Red Lion, PA.

Growing up as an Air Force dependent, Michelle lived all over the United States to include, Selfridge AFB, MI, Wurtsmith AFB, MI, McCord...

Jul 2, 2024

DOVER – Jacqueline "Jackie" (Zeigler) Shaub Brenneman, 90, completed her earthly life and was called home to The Kingdom of Heaven July 2, 2024 at York South Skilled Nursing. Jackie was born November 21, 1933 in Harrisburg and was the daughter of the late Cecelia Mae (Springer) Zeigler and Clark John "Ziggy" Zeigler.

Jackie was...

Jul 1, 2024

YORK – Kenneth W. Smith, 68, passed away Monday, July 1, 2024 at Johns Hopkins Hospital. He was the husband of Lori A. (Vassallo) Smith with whom he celebrated 36 years of marriage on May 14th.

A Celebration of Life Tribute Service will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, July 5, 2024 at Heffner Funeral...

Jun 30, 2024

Gettysburg – Diane Virginia Bailey, 79, passed away on Sunday, June 30, 2024 at Transitions Healthcare in Gettysburg. Diane was the daughter of the late William and Ada (Schuler) Abel. She is survived by her husband, Larry Rodgers, and they shared 35 wonderful years together.

Diane is also survived by her daughter, Lisa (Bailey) McKenna...

Jun 27, 2024

YORK – Joyce A. (Schoffstall) Frey, 89, passed away on Thursday, June 27, 2024 at her home with her family by her side. Joyce was the beloved wife of Gary E. Frey to whom she was married for 65 years.

All services will be private at the convenience of the family. Heffner Funeral Chapel and...

Jun 24, 2024

YORK- Dr. Russel H. Etter, 85, of York Township, passed away Monday, June 24, 2024 at York Hospital. He was the husband of Linda L. Feeser Etter. The couple had celebrated their 14th wedding anniversary on July 3, 2023. He was preceded in death by his first wife Suzanne Etter, his son, Douglas Etter, and siblings Mary, Ruth, and...

Jun 23, 2024

WRIGHTSVILLE- Sandra “Sandee” (Vaught) Bechtel, 66, passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2024 at York Hospital. She was the wife of the late Raymond F. “Fred” Bechtel. The couple had celebrated their 27th wedding anniversary upon Fred’s passing on May 15, 2020.

Sandee was born in Wilmington, DE on June 17, 1958, the daughter of...

Jun 21, 2024

Diane (Smith) Anderson died June 21, 2024. She is survived by her husband Sam Anderson to whom she was married for 53 years. She is also survived by daughter Hollie Shaull, son- in- law Jeremy Shaull, son Michael Anderson and friend Tammy Ettaro, granddaughters Emma Anderson and Catherine Shaull, Sisters-in-law Sandra Kay Davies and Helen (Muff) Smith, and BFF...

Jun 21, 2024

RED LION – Barbara Ann (Welsh) Spurley, 84, passed away Friday, June 21, 2024 at her home. She was the wife of Brian E. Spurley.

Born August 17, 1939 in Columbia, a daughter of the late Harry P. and Beatrice Welsh; she had worked at Stauffer Biscuit Company and later retired from Boscov’s Department Store....

Jun 20, 2024

YORK – Jules M. Goss, 30, passed away suddenly on Thursday, June 20, 2024 at York Hospital with his family by his side. He was the husband of Raven V. Goss to whom he was married for eight years.

A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held Saturday, June 29, 2024 from 11:00 AM –...

Jun 19, 2024

YORK – Dorothy M. (Wise) Mowry, 84, passed away Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at York Hospital. She was the wife of Donald C. Mowry of York, to whom she was wed for 60 years on May 16.

Born October 9, 1939 in Red Lion, she was a daughter of the late Myrle T. and Alverta...

Jun 18, 2024

HANOVER—George J. Neubauer Jr., 55, passed away Tuesday June 18, 2024 at his residence in Hanover Borough.

A Celebration of Life Service will be 11:00 AM Sunday, June 30, 2024 at Heffner Funeral Chapel & Crematory, Inc., 1551 Kenneth Rd, York. Officiating the service will be Certified Celebrant Debe Snyder. A visitation will be held...

Jun 16, 2024

Barry Lee Barley, age 83, transitioned into life eternal on Sunday, June 16, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer and multiple health issues. The family rejoices that he is now in the presence of his Savior and is reunited with his family and friends that had gone on before him. Born July 30, 1940, in Dallastown, PA, he...

Jun 15, 2024

LOCK HAVEN - John J. Ruggiers, III  passed away Saturday, June 15, 2024 at his residence.

Born in Lock Haven on August 25, 1963 he was a son of the late John J. Ruggiers, II and Floreen (Blazina) Ruggiers.

He enjoyed assisting with bingo, fishing, hunting and attending his nephew’s sporting...

Jun 13, 2024

HELLAM- Larry Violante, Jr., 86, took God’s hand on Thursday, June 13, 2024.

Larry was the loving husband of Marcia Violante, who passed in 2022. Together, they celebrated 66 years of marriage and lovingly raised their three children.

Mr. Violante served our country in the Army National Guard. Professionally, Larry was...

Jun 12, 2024

YORK- Carolyn Louise (Dennis) Tracy, 76, died on Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at York Hospital. She was the wife of James W. Tracy to whom she was married for 22 years.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family. A celebration of life service will be held at a future date. Heffner Funeral...

Jun 12, 2024

DALLASTOWN- Patrick C. Deller, 91, died on Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at Hospice & Community Care, Mt. Joy. He was the husband of the late Louise R. Deller who died on August 19, 2021.

A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 22, 2024 at Dallastown Union Cemetery with full military...