Mary Ann Bucher
Aug 3, 2025
Mary Ann Bucher passed away at Mt. Hope Nazarene Retirement Community on August 3rd, 2025, just five days shy of her 95th birthday. Born in Ephrata, Mary was a daughter of the late Harold L. & Anna Mae (Kopp) Capwell, and the loving wife of the late Cloyd Bucher Jr.
Mary worked as a sewing machine operator for Hopeland Manufacturing and...
Stephen E. White
Aug 2, 2025
Stephen Earl White, 78, of Ephrata, Pennsylvania, was welcomed into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on August 2, 2025.
Steve was a loving, devoted husband to Delores (Ecenrode) White for 55 years. Together, they raised three children, Matthew (Beth) White of Lancaster Pennsylvania, David (Alicia) White, of Canby Oregon, and Elizabeth Umstead of Ephrata Pennsylvania. He...
Rose M. Leachey
Aug 1, 2025
Rose M. Leachey, born on January 29, 1949, in the Bronx, New York, passed away on August 1, 2025, at Hospice and Community Care in Mount Joy. She was the daughter of the late Antonio and Mary (Marino) Aponte, and is survived by her husband, Jerry E. Leachey.
Rose devoted her career as an aid for Community Services Group of Lancaster,...
Ritchie L. Ridall
Jul 28, 2025
Ritchie Lehman Ridall, 85, of Ephrata, passed away peacefully Monday evening, July 28, 2025.
Ritchie is survived by his three children: Cheryl Ridall of Austin, Texas, Rick Ridall (husband to Nichole) of Exton, Pennsylvania and Amy Ridall Campbell (wife of Michael) of Bolivar, Missouri and five grandchildren, Mikaela, Jake, Noelle, Brody and Wyatt.
An only child, Ritchie was born on November 12,...
Doris E. Hocking
Jul 24, 2025
Doris E. Hocking, passed away on July 24, 2025, at Luther Acres, at the age of 96. Born on February 18, 1929, in Lancaster, to the late Raleigh S. & Phoebe H. (Steiner) Nies and the loving wife of the late George R. Hocking.
Doris was a graduate of Ephrata High School, class of 1946. She built a fulfilling career as...
David C. Martin
Jul 14, 2025
David C. Martin, 82, passed away on Monday, July 14th, 2025, at Garden Spot Village. Born in Easton, David was the son of the late Joseph & Mary (Dicker) Martin, and the loving husband of Marcia L. (Hammel) Martin.
David’s educational journey began at Notre Dame High School, followed by undergraduate studies at Millersville University, culminating in earning a master’s degree...
Joan B. Coover
Jul 9, 2025
Joan B. Coover, a dedicated laboratory technician and cherished member of her community, passed away on July 9, 2025, at the Lancaster Rehab & Nursing Facility. Born on March 28, 1943, in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, Joan lived her life with a spirit of service and a commitment to excellence.
A graduate of Ephrata High School, Joan completed her education in 1961 before...
Duane K. Shelton
Jul 8, 2025
Duane K Shelton, 44, of Lancaster and Ephrata passed away on July 8th 2025 at home. He was born in Lancaster and was the son of the late Diane Kaumeheiwa and Kennie Shelton.
He graduated from Ephrata High School and received an Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice while residing in Hawaii. Duane worked as a fabricator/welder in the Ephrata area. Duane...
Rose M. Buffenmyer
Jul 6, 2025
Rose Marie Buffenmyer, 91, passed away from this earthly life to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 6th, 2025. Born in Lititz, Pa on January 7th,1934, she was the daughter of the late David and Marie (Simmons) Walton. Rose was preceded in death by her very loving husband, Wayne L. Buffenmyer. She was a graduate of...
Dr. Elisa Javier Valera-Padayhag
Jun 27, 2025
Dr. Elisa Javier Valera-Padayhag, age 92, passed away on June 27, 2025 surrounded by her family. Beloved wife of Dr. Matias Medalle Padayhag, devoted mother to Michele (Bill) and Melissa (Dan), loving Lola to Melissa, William (Allie), Kristina (Ryan), Michael, Gina Maria, Elisa and Emilia and proud great-Lola to Leila Michele and Soleil.
Elisa was born on October 25, 1932 in...
Betty L. Anderson
Jun 26, 2025
Betty L. Anderson, 94, went to be home with the Lord on June 26, 2025, at Ephrata Manor. Born on May 17, 1931, in West Chester, she was a daughter to the late Ebert and Zelda (Rosenberry) Hammond. Betty was also the loving wife of Mr. Charles E. Anderson for 74 years until his passing in April of 2025.
Betty devoted...
Linda J. Walters
Jun 25, 2025
Linda J. Walters, 81 of Ephrata PA, went home to be with the Lord on June 25, 2025.She was the beloved wife of Norman Walters, and daughter of Stella Johnson and Joe Fay, all of whom preceded her in death. Born in Johnstown, PA, Linda lived a life rooted in faith, family and love.She is survived by her sister, Judy...
Joyce E. Doster
Jun 16, 2025
Joyce E. “Gabby” Doster, 87, of born on December 12th, 1937, went home to be with the Lord on June 16th, 2025, at Keystone Villa of Ephrata. Born in Akron, she was a daughter of the late Galen V. and Irene (Weber Martin) Wenger, and she shared 59 years of marriage with her high school sweetheart, Randolph M. 'Randy' Doster...
Frederick M. Ecenrode
May 22, 2025
Frederick M. Ecenrode, 94, of Ephrata, passed away Thursday, May 22, 2025. Born in Ephrata, Fred was a son of the late Harvey Leid and Amanda G. (Mohler) Ecenrode and the beloved husband of 61 years to Shirley A. (Shlicher) Ecenrode.
A lifelong resident of Ephrata, Fred worked as an electrician, he brought skill and precision to D&E Communications and Valley...
Shirley G. Rupp
May 18, 2025
Shirley G. Rupp, 90, of Ephrata, passed away peacefully on May 18th, 2025, at her home. Born in Reading, Shirley was the daughter of the late Morris W. and Julia (Sitko) Miller. She was also the loving wife of Mr. Reed R. Rupp.
After graduating from Ephrata High School, Shirley’s career included positions as a receptionist at Hamilton Equipment and Aye...
Norma Jean Zorrilla
May 5, 2025
Norma Jean Zorrilla, a devoted wife, missionary, educator, and beloved matriarch, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2025, at the Zerbe Sister’s Nursing Center, Narvon, PA at the age of 91. Born in 1933, in Michigan, Norma was a daughter of the late Charles & Ruth (Wesley) Esther. For 59 years, she was married to her loving husband, Carlos Hugo...
Douglas Diem
May 4, 2025
Douglas Diem,75, of Lancaster, passed away on May 5, 2025, at Lancaster General Hospital. He was born in Ephrata to Clarence & Dorothy (Buchter) Diem.
Douglas was a mason by trade and later transitioned to a general contractor, a career in which he worked until his retirement in 2010. Known for his hard work and skillful craftsmanship, he built a reputation...
Susan E. Yerger
Apr 29, 2025
Susan E. Yerger, 74, formerly of Ephrata, passed away peacefully on April 29th, 2025, at the Phoenix Center for Rehab and Nursing. Born on May 17, 1950, in Coatesville, Susan was the daughter of the late James & Ruth (Plank) Stringer, and the loving wife of the late Howard Yerger.
A dedicated professional, Susan spent many years as a hairdresser after...
Betty J. Zimmerman
Apr 23, 2025
Betty J. Zimmerman, 93, of Lititz, passed away on Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends.
