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...
William B. Leonard
Apr 7, 2025
William B. “Bill” Leonard, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 7th, 2025, at the age of 92 at Maple Farm Nursing Home. Born and raised in Ephrata, Bill was a son of the late Raymond H. & Edith (Drybread) Leonard. He was also the loving husband to Sally L. (Slote) Leonard for 72 years...
Charles E. Anderson
Apr 7, 2025
Charles E. Anderson, 94, of Ephrata, passed away on Monday, April 7th, 2025, at the Ephrata Manor. Born in York, Charles was a son of the late Charles W. and Pearl R. (Metzgar) Anderson. He was also the loving husband of Betty L. (Hammond) Anderson for 74 years as of March.
Charles was a 1948 graduate of William Penn Senior High...
Anthony L. Leone
Apr 5, 2025
Anthony L. Leone, 66, of Ephrata, passed away at his home on Saturday, April 5th, 2025. Born in Manhattan, NY, Anthony was the son of Louis and Rosemarie (Krupa) Leone.
Anthony will be remembered as a brilliant and driven man, whose thirst for knowledge fueled a successful career as the owner and broker of a successful stock brokerage on Wall Street....
Evelyn M. Shade
Apr 1, 2025
Evelyn M. Shade, 82, of Lititz, passed away on Tuesday, April 1st, 2025, at the WellSpan Community Hospital of Ephrata. Born in Ephrata, Evelyn was a daughter of the late Clyde E. and Ruth L. (Showalter) Wingenroth, and the loving wife to Robert C. Shade for 53 years until his passing in 2018.
Evelyn was a 1961 graduate of Cocalico High...
Janice Arctura DeLong-Diehm
Mar 28, 2025
Janice Arctura DeLong-Diehm, 96, of Ephrata, passed away on Friday, March 28th, 2025, at the Maple Farm Nursing Facility in Akron. Born in Muncy, Janice was a loving daughter of the late Charles A. & Mary (Hassinger) DeLong.
Janice graduated from Lebanon Valley College and received her certifications as a registered nurse. She worked as a nurse until she got married...
David C. Fellenbaum
Mar 25, 2025
David C. Fellenbaum, 67, of Mount Joy, passed away on Tuesday, March 25th, 2025, at the Hospice and Community Care Center. Born in North Carolina, David was a son of the late Charles M. & Katherine W. (Currin) Fellenbaum.
After graduating high school, David had dreams of starting his own fitness studio but later collected a significant number of Nautilus workout...
Albert C. Avery
Mar 20, 2025
Albert C. Avery, 80, of Ephrata, passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, March 20th, 2025. Born in Stanford, CT, Albert was a son of the late George & Virginia (Russo) Avery and shared nearly 60 beautiful years of marriage with Patricia A. (Rodtnik) Avery.
Albert graduated from Lancaster Bible College and began working as a...
Norman J. Shank Jr.
Mar 15, 2025
Norman J. Shank Jr., 82, of Ephrata, passed away on Saturday, March 15th, 2025, at the WellSpan Community Hospital of Ephrata. Born in Havre de Grace, Maryland, Norman was the son of the late Norman & Helen (Mitchell) Shank, and the loving husband to Joy L. (Harding) Shank for 61 years until her passing in 2021.
Norman grew up in Akron...
Larry R. Weachter
Mar 11, 2025
Larry R. Weachter, 85, of Lititz, passed away on Tuesday, March 11th, 2025, at the Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Hopeland, Larry was a son of the late Charles and Margaret (Reed) Weachter, and the loving wife of Nancy E. (Shiffler) Weachter for over 60 years.
Larry worked as a miner for Grace Mines in Morgantown, and Sensenig Propeller Services in...
Michael A. Gill
Mar 10, 2025
Michael A. Gill, 62, of Ephrata, passed away at his home on Monday, March 10th, 2025 with his loving and supporting family by his side. Born in Altoona, Michael was a son of the late Harold A. & Gloria P. (DeArmitt) Gill. He was also the loving husband of Dorothy (Zimmerman) Gill for over 40 years.
Michael was a 1981 graduate...
Russell L. Petticoffer
Mar 8, 2025
Russell L. Petticoffer, 89, of Ephrata, went to meet his Lord and Savior on Saturday, March 8th, 2025, at the Keystone Villa of Ephrata. He was born in Lititz to the late Edgar and Frances (Keener) Petticoffer and was the husband of the late Ruby J. Petticoffer, with whom he shared more than 61 years of marriage.
Russell was a 1953...
Mary Jane Haines
Mar 8, 2025
Mary Jane Haines, 83, of Middletown, passed away on Saturday, March 8th, 2025, at her home in Middletown. Born in Ephrata, Mary was a daughter of the late Jacob & Mamie (Zimmerman) Weber, and the loving wife of Lee. D. Haines until his passing in 2021.
Mary Jane was a Cocalico High School graduate. She put her heart into raising her...
Dennis Rowe
Mar 7, 2025
Dennis B. Rowe, 82, of Ephrata, transitioned at home on March 7th, 2025, comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Dennis was the husband of Susan (Nonamaker) with whom he shared 49 years. Born in Harrisburg, he was the son of the late Bruce and Sylvia (Sweigart) Rowe.
After graduation from Middletown High School, Dennis served his country aboard...
