Obituaries

Sep 6, 2023

Aimeé Darlene (Bretz) Swank, age 57, of Mechanicsburg, passed away on Wednesday, September 6, 2023.  Aimeé was born on Sunday, July 17, 1966 in Harrisburg to the late Renold Eugene Bretz and Pamela Lynn (Hunsinger) Bretz.  Aimeé was the widow of Charles “Charlie” Joseph Swank Jr, whom she married on September 16, 1989, and who died on October 21, 2020. ...

Sep 5, 2023

Ann Davis, age 64, of Mechanicsburg, died at home with her husband by her side on Tuesday, September 5, 2023.  Ann was born on Saturday, October 11, 1958, in Carlisle to Muriel Sheaffer and the late Marlin Sheaffer.  

Ann’s survivors include her husband of 44 years, Mark Davis; her daughter: Rebecca Andrussier, and her husband Alex; her grandson: Jacoby...

Sep 3, 2023

Linda Mae (Cowan) Thornton, age 86, passed away peacefully while in residence at the Sarah A. Todd Memorial Home in Carlisle on Sunday, September 2, 2023.  

Born March 2, 1937 in Burnt Cabins, Pennsylvania, she was the oldest daughter of Samuel and Dorothy (Stinson) Cowan.  She spent most of her life in Central Pennsylvania, and was a graduate of Mechanicsburg...

Aug 31, 2023

On August 31, 2023, our Lord welcomed Karen Elizabeth (Beightol) Kostelac into his arms.  Karen was born on Wednesday, April 11, 1945 in Harrisburg to the late John Reiter Beightol and Charlotte Alice (Groff) Beightol.  In addition to her parents, Karen is preceded in death by her brother, John Beightol and her three grandpups: Lola, Rosie, and Lily.  

Karen’s...

Aug 30, 2023

Edwin “Ed” Elsworth Coldsmith, age 73, of Mechanicsburg, died at home unexpectedly on Wednesday, August 30, 2023.  Ed was born on Friday, August 11, 1950, in Waynesboro to Quinten Henninger Coldsmith Sr and Betty Ruth Carbaugh (Snyder) Koons.  Ed was preceded in death by his brother: Quinten Henninger Coldsmith Jr.  

Ed’s survivors include his wife of 48 years, Elizabeth...

Aug 28, 2023

Talented Actor – Great Man  

Robert “Bob” A. Casey, Jr., age 73, of Lancaster, formerly of Camp Hill, joined his beloved wife, Michele, in heaven and with his family by his side at Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center on Monday, August 28, 2023.  Bob was born on Sunday, June 4, 1950, in Danville to the late Robert...

Aug 26, 2023

Janet “Jan” Poole Reinhardt, 93 years old, of Mechanicsburg, and formerly of Port Washington, NY and Dillsburg, PA, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2023 at Messiah Lifeways.  Jan was born on August 1, 1930, in Brooklyn, NY to the late Joseph Harold Poole and Clara Quattlander Poole.  

Jan is survived by her husband of 68 years, William “Bill”...

Aug 25, 2023

Linden Raymond Gates, Jr., age 99, of Mechanicsburg, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday, August 25, 2023 at his home.  

Linden was born March 3, 1924 in Mechanicsburg.  He graduated from Mechanicsburg High School in 1942, and enlisted in the Navy shortly after graduating and served his country during WWII in the...

Aug 25, 2023

Marilyn Kay (Eakin) Chamberlin, age 69, of Mechanicsburg, passed away on Friday, August 25, 2023.  Marilyn was born on Wednesday, March 10, 1954, in Mechanicsburg to the late John McCurdy Eakin and Lillian Elizabeth (Haas) Eakin.  

Marilyn’s survivors include her husband of 9 years, Rodney “Rod” Neal Chamberlin; her three step children: Philip Chamberlin and his wife, Andrea; Dale...

Aug 24, 2023

Rhoda Lucille (Simmons) Lehman Miller, age 96, of Dillsburg, died at Forest Park Nursing Home on Thursday, August 24, 2023.  Rhoda was born on Thursday, March 24, 1927, in Mechanicsburg to the late Reverend Reuben Earl Simmons and Elcetta “Elsie” (Eshelman) Simmons.  Rhoda was the widow of Reverend Earl Jacob Lehman, whom she married in 1945, and who died in...

Aug 21, 2023

Verne Calvin Shur Jr., 93, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday, August 21, leaving behind a life of love, service, and cherished memories. Born on November 10, 1929 to Martha Laird and Verne Shur Sr. in Mechanicsburg, Verne led a life filled with hard work, dedication, and unwavering devotion to his family, friends, and interests.  

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Aug 18, 2023

Wanda Marie (Wagner) Carpenter, age 61, of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, passed away on Friday, August 18, 2023.  Wanda was born in York, Pennsylvania, on Thursday, August 2, 1962, to the late Lillian (Topper) Ball.  She married her longtime companion, Allen Brown, on Valentine’s Day, February 14, 2013.  

Wanda’s survivors include her husband, Allen Brown; her four children: Jessica “Jess” Carpenter...

Aug 18, 2023

Jennifer “Jenn” Louise (Krall) Burnett, age 50, of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, died at home and surrounded by her loving family on Friday, August 18, 2023, after a battle with cancer.  Jenn was born on Tuesday, January 9, 1973, in Lebanon, Pennsylvania.  

Jenn’s survivors include her two cherished sons: Carson B. Burnett and Brooks K. Burnett; her mother, Kathleen Mish of...

Aug 17, 2023

Steven “Steve” Robert Freeman, age 52, of Mechanicsburg, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, August 17, 2023, surrounded by his loving family.  

Steve is survived by his wife of 17 years, Katie (Geduldig) Freeman; his two sons: Sam and Aaron; his mother, Joyce (Motter) Freeman; his two siblings: Mike Freeman and wife, Barbara, of New Cumberland and Brian...

Aug 8, 2023

Carole Elaine (Sultzaberger), age 81, of Mechanicsburg, and formerly of Wellsville, passed away on Tuesday, August 8, 2023.  Carole was born on Tuesday, February 3, 1942, in Mechanicsburg to the late Ralph Luther Sultzaberger and Ruth Elizabeth (Richards) Sultzaberger.  Carole was the widow of Charles E. Morrow.  

Carole’s survivors include her sister, Eileen Thornton of Mechanicsburg; her three nieces:...

Aug 7, 2023

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Ronald “Ron” Earl Miller, age 67, of Mechanicsburg passed away on Monday, August 7, 2023.  Ron was born on Friday, January 27, 1956, in Huntingdon to the late Earl Wilson Miller and Deloris Thelma (Cohenour) Miller.  In addition to his parents, Ron is preceded in death by his son-in-law, Ronald “Gene” Eugene Keefer Jr....

Aug 7, 2023

Russell “Russ” Norman Marshall, age 67, of Carlisle passed away on Monday, August 7, 2023.  Russ was born on Sunday, October 23, 1955, in Augusta to the late James Norman Marshall and Ethel Evelyn (Beebe) Marshall.  In addition to his parents, Russ is preceded in death by his brother: Craig Marshall.  

Russ’s survivors include his nephew: Keith Marshall and...

Aug 6, 2023

Eleanor May (Eley) Ashwell, age 96, of Palm Bay, FL, and formerly of Mechanicsburg, died at Bethesda on Turkey Creek, on Sunday, August 6, 2023.  Eleanor was born on Thursday, May 5, 1927, to the late Walter N. Eley and Lavenela (Zimmerman) Eley. Eleanor was the widow of Ralph Edward Ashwell Jr., whom she married on July 9, 1949, and...

Aug 6, 2023

Patricia “Pat” Ann (Kosier) Butts, age 89, of Mechanicsburg joined the legions of angels in Heaven on Sunday, August 6, 2023.  Pat was born on Tuesday, January 30, 1934, in Lykens to the late Edwin Jonas Kosier Sr and Mary Jane (Speraw) Kosier.  Pat was the widow of Charles Joseph Butts Sr, whom she married on March 17, 1956, and...

Aug 2, 2023

Joshua "Josh" Scott Schweitzer

Joshua “Josh” Scott Schweitzer, age 38, of Mechanicsburg passed away on Wednesday, August 2, 2023.  Josh was born on Thursday, December 13, 1984, in Harrisburg to Scott Earl Schweitzer and Mary Lou (Gansz) Brunner.  Josh is preceded in death by his grandfathers: Robert Schweitzer and Marion Gansz....