Bryan E. Tearney
Oct 15, 2025
Bryan E. Tearney, 74, went to be with the Lord on October 15, 2025, at the Lancaster General Hospital. Born on March 13, 1951, in Lancaster, Bryan was a son of the late George K. Jr. & Mary "J.B." (Bair) Tearney, and the loving husband for 14 years to Wanda Tearney.
Bryan was a graduate of Lancaster Catholic High School, class...
Gary Lee Horner
Sep 24, 2025
Gary Lee Horner, 84, passed away on September 23, 2025, at Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center. Born on August 12, 1941, in Bedford, Pennsylvania, he was a son of the late Calvin S. & Martha J. (Shull) Horner, and the loving husband of Geraldine A. (Boccagno) Horner for over 30 years until her passing in 2022.
A proud graduate...
Michael L. Hunt
Sep 22, 2025
Michael L. “Mick” Hunt, 76, passed away on September 22, 2025, at the Reading Hospital. In a testament to his appreciation for the medical professionals who cared for him over the years, Mick chose to honor them through a noble act; he donated his body to medical students after his passing. Born in the state of Washington, Mick was a...
Larry Burkholder
Sep 16, 2025
Larry Burkholder, 78, passed away on September 16, 2025, at the Keystone Villa of Ephrata. He was born on February 28, 1947, in Brownstown, Pennsylvania, to the late Levi & Anna (Getz) Burkholder, and the loving husband of Diane (Fry) Burkholder until her passing in January of 2025.
Larry graduated from Ephrata High School and went on to make a significant...
Susan J. Tracey
Sep 2, 2025
Susan J. Tracey passed away at WellSpan York Hospital on September 2, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on July 26, 1942, in Reading, Susan was a daughter of the late Paul & Leah Moyer, and the long-time companion of George Kohler.
Susan was a graduate of the ELCO High School Class of 1962. She led a fulfilling life as...
Christine J. May
Aug 24, 2025
Christine J. “Chrissy” May, 74, of Ephrata, passed away on August 24, 2025, at Spruce Manor Nursing and Rehab Center. She was born on June 22, 1951, in Wilkes Barre, she was a daughter of the late Frank & Christine (Kultys) Ference, and the loving wife of Dennis J. May for almost 32 years, endearing her with many years of...
Alton W. Good
Aug 24, 2025
Alton W. Good, 74, of Lebanon, passed away on Sunday, August 24th, 2025, at Luther Acres Nursing Home in Lititz. Born in Ephrata, Al was a son of the late Norman B. Jr. & Emma (Weiler) Good, and the loving husband of Jane (Shirker) Good for nearly 43 blessed years.
Alton and Jane enjoyed their time living in Schoeneck and have...
Deborah Garza
Aug 4, 2025
Deborah Garza, 68, of Ephrata, passed away naturally on August 4, 2025, in Hershey, Pennsylvania, leaving a legacy of love and devotion that will be cherished by all who knew her.
Deborah embraced her faith as a practicing and devoted Christian. Her life was a testament to her love for God, which she celebrated in every way possible. Through her unwavering...
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...
