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.
Terry L. Spoo
Apr 20, 2025
Terry L. Spoo, 54, of Bowmansville, passed away on April 20, 2025, at the WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital. Born on September 5, 1970, in Ephrata, he was a son to the late Patricia A. Bender and his stepfather, Bradley Sheaffer.
Terry devoted over 25 years to his career as a lineman at the Bachman company until the plant's closure. He later...
Betty J. Shenk
Apr 20, 2025
Betty J. Shenk, 70, of Stevens, passed away at her home on April 20, 2025.
Betty was a dedicated waitress at the Evergreen Diner, where her hard work and dedication made an indelible mark on the hearts of many regulars until her retirement in 2017.
Throughout her life, Betty was known for her strong, independent spirit, along with her loving nature. She...
Franklin E. Weaver
Apr 18, 2025
Franklin E. Weaver, a beloved husband father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away surrounded by his loving family and friends on April 18, 2025. Born and raised in Ephrata, Franklin was a son of the late Franklin E. & Shirley A. (Brubaker) Weaver, and the loving husband of Sandra L. (Kochel) Weaver of over 50 years.
A graduate of Ephrata High...
James W. Brodt
Apr 17, 2025
James (Jim) W. Brodt, 78, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on Thursday, April 17th, 2025, at United Zion Retirement Community in Lititz, PA. Born in Phillipsburg, NJ, Jim was the son of the late Blaine and Mary (Kaske) Brodt, and loving husband of the late Jean (Fasnacht) Brodt.
Jim was a Pen Argyl High School graduate who later furthered...
Doris W. Smith
Apr 14, 2025
Doris Smith, 79, of Ephrata died on April 14th, 2025, at the WellSpan Community Hospital of Ephrata. Born in Phillipsburg, September 25th, 1945, to the late Curtis and Mary (Baney) Walker. She was the wife of Jack Smith for 34 years.
Doris retired after 36 years at Ephrata National Bank. She enjoyed reading, flower gardening, eating out, and her time and...
Warren P. Eberly
Apr 12, 2025
Warren P. Eberly, 97, of Ephrata, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 12th, 2025, at the WellSpan Community Hospital of Ephrata. Born in Lebanon County, Warren was a son of the late Wayne and Edna (Meyers) Eberly, and loving husband of Elizabeth M. Eberly for 72 years until her passing in 2019.
He served his country honorably at the young age...
John L. Gross
Apr 11, 2025
John Lowell Gross age 75, of Akron, Pa passed away on April 11th, 2025, surrounded by family and friends.
He spent years working as a repairman, notary, insurance salesman and retired from the IT department at Lancaster General. He was the owner of John Gross Messenger Service. He was known for his love of scuba diving and became a dive instructor....
Terrence M. Burns
Apr 9, 2025
Terrence M. “Terry” Burns, 60, of Ephrata, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, April 9th, 2025. Born in Delaware County, Terry was a son to the late Richard J. and Eileen J. (Anderson) Burns, and longtime companion to Donna Marini.
Growing up in Levittown, Terry was a 1982 graduate of Harry S Truman High School. A “jack of all...
