Obituaries for Our Reamstown & Ephrata Locations
Angelo J. Maragioglio
May 21, 2025
Angelo J. Maragioglio, age 84, of Denver, PA, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 21st 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
He was the devoted husband to the love of his life, Lorraine (Dirienzo) for 40 years, and a loving father to Lisa Gross and her husband Kevin, and to Bennett Mayer, William Mayer, and his wife Michele Rovinsky. He was...
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...
Ronald E. Shober
May 16, 2025
Ronald E. Shober, 87, of Reinholds, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, May 16th, 2025. Born in Reamstown, Ronald was a son of the late Geroge R. & Ada (Fritz) Shober. He also was the loving husband of Jean (Snader) Shober for 65 years
After his time in the United States Military, Ronald worked as a miner for Grace...
Richard H. Imhoff
May 6, 2025
Richard H. Imhoff, 85, of Ephrata, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2025, at Keystone Villa of Ephrata. Richard was born in 1939, in Ephrata, to the late Richard & Elva (Wike) Imhoff, and was the loving husband to the late Donna Mae (Adams) Imhoff.
An Ephrata High School graduate, Richard pursued the career of steel fabrication and welding for 43...
Christine E. Romig
May 6, 2025
Christine E. Romig, 75, formerly of Denver, PA, and recent resident of Cedar Haven Nursing Center in Lebanon, PA, entered into eternity Tuesday, May 6, 2025.
Christine was born in Offenbach, Germany, June 8th, 1949, to the late Robert L. and Elvira M. (Wiegand) Romig. As part of a military family, Christine’s early years were filled with travel and change, shaping...
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...
Phyllis A. Dellinger
Apr 30, 2025
Phyllis A. Dellinger, 93, of Denver, passed away Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at the WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital. Born in Cocalico, Phyllis was a daughter of the late Walter M. and Lillian (Weidman) Hertzog and the loving wife to Martin C. Dellinger until his passing in 2009.
Phyllis received her beautician’s license and worked alongside her mother at their salon, Lily's...
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...
Marlene C. Gemma
Apr 18, 2025
Marlene Carol Gemma, 90, of Denver, formerly of East Coventry Twp., passed away Friday, April 18, 2025. Born in Phoenixville, Marlene was a daughter of the late Harry & Elizabeth (Hartzel) Myers and the loving wife of the late Kenneth L. Adams Sr. who passed in 1972 and Anthony J. Gemma who passed in 2002.
Marlene was a graduate of Phoenixville...
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...
Gerald E. Groff
Apr 11, 2025
Gerald E. Groff, 85, formerly of Fivepointville, passed away on Friday, April 11th, 2025, at Garden Spot Village Skilled Nursing Households. Born in Lancaster, Gerald was the son of the late Weidler S. and Cora (Rathman) Groff.
Gerald served in the United States Army from 1961 to 1964, and furthered his education in computer training from the Automation Institute of America...
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...
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