88, WWII vet, Mohawk and Star Finishing worker, Notre Dame fan

Thomas Edward Harney Jr., 88, of Ephrata, passed away at Conestoga View on Feb. 4, 2018.

Born in Fargo, N.D., he was the son of the late Thomas Edward Harney, Sr. and Mayre (Healy) Harney.

At a young age, Tom became a proud member of the U.S. Navy and served at the end of World War II. He was stationed in Newport, R.I., on the USS Missouri and the USS Rochester. After two years of service, he attended the University of Notre Dame and Canisius College on the G.I. Bill.

Tom was passionate about his work in sales and was a long-time employee of Mohawk Finishing and Star Finishing and Touch-Up. After his retirement from sales, he worked as a driver for Phoenix Courier.

Though he loved working in sales, his true love was Notre Dame Football. Go Irish!

He is survived by his beloved wife of 66 years: Rosemary (Messina) Harney; son: Thomas E. Harney III; daughter: Mary Catharine Harney Miller (Paul); and his sister: Margaret “Peggy” Harney Pagano (Anthony).

He is predeceased by his parents; and his eldest sister: Mary Catharine Harney Donahoe.

A mass of Christian burial was held Feb. 10 at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, Lancaster, with Father O’Brien as celebrant.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Tom’s name to Catholic Charities, at catholiccharitiesusa.org; or to Father Flanagan’s Boys Town, at boystown.org.

To send an online condolence, visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, Lititz, handled the arrangements.

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70, worked for Bash Jewelers, Cocalico fan, Peter’s Porch volunteer

Robert N. Means, 70, died Friday, Feb. 9, 2018, unexpectedly from natural causes.

He was born in Columbia, the only child of the late June and Marvin Means, and enjoyed 46 years of marriage to his beloved wife, Susan Means.

He graduated from Columbia High School in 1965 and Elizabethtown College in 1969. where he majored in business administration and played on the basketball team. After college he played for the Lancaster YMCA Big Five, highlighted by a national championship and a month long tour of Australia. He worked for Bash Jewelers for 35 years.

Bob lived a simple life; his idea of a perfect day would be spending time at home with his wife watching DVR, reading a book, or playing cards.

When he wasn’t at home, you could find him participating in one of two monthly card clubs with friends, or on a sideline cheering on the Cocalico Eagles. He took great joy in continuing to follow all Cocalico sports long after his children moved onto competing at the collegiate level.

He also took pride in rooting for the football team of Oxford High School, where his son is the head coach, the Green Bay Packers and the New York Yankees. Bob was a wealth of knowledge, spending many hours watching sports and reading the sports page. He was also an active member of Faith United Evangelical Lutheran Church in Denver, where he particularly enjoyed volunteering for Peter’s Porch.

One thing that anyone close to Bob can attest to is that he would give all of himself to help his friends and family in times of need. You could call him anytime, day or night, and he would drop everything to help out a friend.

Most important to Bob was his family; he loved spending time with his three grandchildren: Braeden and Brody Means and Lily Leach. He took tremendous pride in his children and their spouses, Michael and Kristin Means and Abby and David Leach.

He will be remembered for his enormous heart, his sense of humor, and his genuine love and concern for his family and friends.

Funeral services will be held at Faith United Evangelical Lutheran Church, 357 Walnut St., Denver, on Saturday, Feb. 17. The family will receive visitors starting at 10 a.m., followed by a memorial service at 11:00 a.m.

Kindly omit flowers. Contributions can be made in Bob’s memory to Faith United Evangelical Lutheran Church, 357 Walnut St., Denver, PA 17517.

Arrangements by Roseboro Stradling Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc., Denver. Online condolences can be given at roseborostradling.com.

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81, Fed Ex and Yellow Freight driver, foster parent to 129, enjoyed camping

Glen G. Beiler Sr., 81, of Akron, was a man whose life was characterized by delighting in his Lord Jesus Christ, the One who loved him and gave up His own life for him. He passed away on Sunday, Feb. 4, 2018.

Glen was born Feb. 17, 1936 in Lancaster, to the late Stephen M. and Elsie Gertrude Stoltzfus Beiler. He was married to Anna Ruth (Myers) Beiler on May 24, 1958.

He attended Calvary Church of Lancaster and also Calvary Monument Bible Church of Paradise. He began driving truck at 17 years old for M. Simon Zook of Honey Brook and later for Yellow Freight and Fed Ex. Glen and Anna Ruth were foster parents to 129 children over a 36-year period. He enjoyed camping, and cherished time spent with family.

He has eight children: Glen G. Jr., husband of Judy (Keller) Beiler; Sharon M., wife of Michael Carderelli; J. Lyn, husband of Michelle (Johnson) Beiler; Carolyn L., wife of Bryan Blank; Wesley J., husband of Diana (Urieta) Beiler; J. Matthew Beiler; Brendaliz Beiler; Samantha Beiler; and Wana Wheeler Dixon, a family friend who was loved as a daughter. Glen has 25 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and four siblings: Allen Beiler, Merle (Arlene Zimmerman) Beiler, Pearl Good and Lavern “Skip”, (Sue Hemmig) Beiler.

He was preceded in death by a grandson: Brian Carderelli; and a sister: Marian Miller.

Funeral service will take place at The Worship Center, 2384 New Holland Pike, Leola, on Thursday, Feb. 15 at 2 p.m. with a viewing time from 1 p.m. until time of service. Pastor Tim Keller will be officiating. Interment will be private in Memory Garden, Ephrata.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Transport for Christ International, P.O. Box 117, Marietta, PA 17547.

Memories and condolences can be shared at shiveryfuneralhome.com. Shivery Funeral Home, Christiana, handled the arrangements.

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The surge of community support, emotion, love, and compassion began Monday morning following the passing of Maria Mannino.

Maria was well known throughout the Ephrata area while helping workmates — mom, Rose, and dad, Vito — at Ephrata Pizza and Italian Restaurant.

Her beloved friends and family said they were rocked by her illness which took her young, bright spirit from the earth.

Maria Mannino’s friends, family, and community members will gather for a candlelit vigil tonight (Wednesday) to celebrate her life.

The memorial will take place at 7 p.m. in front of Ephrata Pizza and Italian Restaurant, though the restaurant is temporarily closed.

Some candles will be provided but feel free to bring your own if you’re able, said Kaci Willwerth, a dear friend of Maria’s who helped organize tonight’s event.

Friends are urged to feel free to drop off tokens of love (flowers, cards etc.) prior to 7 p.m.

“Thank you for your love and support to Mannino family,” Willwerth said.

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Ira W. Simmons Jr., 93, of Ephrata, passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2018, at Hospice & Community Care, Mount Joy.

He was born in Farmersville to the late Ira W. Sr., and Mamie J. (Sweigart) Simmons, and was the husband of June L. (Ditzler) Simmons, with whom he shared 67 years of marriage.

He was a member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Ephrata.

Ira was a bricklayer by trade all of his life. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served during World War II at the Battle of the Bulge. He was a member of Cocalico Post #3376 VFW and Cloister Post #429, American Legion. He loved spending time with his family and enjoyed hunting and reading.

In addition to his wife, Ira is survived by five children: Lorraine Deibler of Marietta; Elaine, wife of Michael Sernoffsky of Elizabethtown; Ronald, husband of Cindy Simmons of Leola; Rodney Simmons of Brownstown; Doreen, wife of Jason Kepple of Lancaster; 10 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son: Russell Simmons; a grandson: Jason Deibler; a brother: Vernon Simmons; and half-sister; Marcella Dyer.

Services were held Feb. 19 at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Ephrata, with Pastor Karen Minnich-Sadler officiating. Interment was in the Cedar Hill Cemetery with military honors accorded by the Red Rose Veterans Honor Guard and Vet 21 Salute.

Memorial contributions in Ira’s memory may be made to Hospice & Community Care P. O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA, 17604.

Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata. Online condolences can be given at stradlingfuneralhome.com.

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Jay M. Nauman, 58, of Ephrata passed away on Friday, Feb. 16, 2018 at Broad Mountain Health & Rehab Center, Frackville following a courageous battle with myotonic dystrophy.

Born in Warwick Township, he was the son of Rose Marie Heiselman Nauman, of Manheim, and the late Jacob Milton Nauman. He was the loving husband of Tara J. Hess Nauman, and they would have celebrated their 12th wedding anniversary in May.

Before his illness, Jay worked as a security guard for Tyson in New Holland. He was a member of Speedwell Heights Brethren In Christ Church, Lititz. Jay enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.

Surviving. in addition to his wife and mother. are two children: Sabrina and Madison Nauman, at home; two sisters: Linda, wife of Robert Parnell of Hummelstown; Susan, wife of Terry Brightbill of Annville; and a brother: David, husband of Janet Nauman of Manheim.

He was preceded in death by a sister: Ruth Ann Enck.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend his memorial service at Speedwell Heights Brethren In Christ Church, 413 W. Brubaker Valley Road, Lititz, on Saturday, Feb. 24, at 11 a.m. Friends may visit with the family from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Interment will be private in Hernley Mennonite Cemetery, Rapho Township.

In lieu of flowers, those desiring may send contributions in Jay’s memory to Muscular Dystrophy Association, 2080 Linglestown Road, Suite 104, Harrisburg, PA 17110.

Buch Funeral Home, Mount Joy, handled the arrangements. Condolence may be shared at buchfuneral.com

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Belva J. Fralick, 86, of Ephrata, died unexpectedly on Sunday, Feb. 18, 2018, at her home.

Born in Terre Hill, she was a daughter of the late Harry A. and Ruth M. (Steffy) Parmer. Her husband, Norman F. Fralick, died in 1994.

Belva worked as a cashier and was head of the men’s and boy’s department at the former Nichol’s Store which became Pharm-House, and then it became Phar-Mor. She retired after 30 years in 1999. Belva enjoyed walking and shopping.

Surviving is a grandson: Andrew Mullenex of Lititz; seven great-grandchildren; and a brother: Gene Parmer of Terre Hill.

Preceding her in death is a daughter: Vickie L. Leister; a son: John Fralick; a grandson: Jacob Mullenex; a granddaughter: Heather Mullenex; and a sister: Kathleen Hall.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, Feb. 23 at 10 a.m. at Eckenroth Home for Funerals, 209 E. Main St., Terre Hill, with viewing from 9 to 10 a.m. Interment will be in the Terre Hill Cemetery.

To send the family online condolences, visit groffeckenroth.com. Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill, handled the arrangements.

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Sylvia Ann Kegerise, 84, of Denver, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2018, at her home surrounded by her family.

She was born in Denver to the late Paul Shimp and Emma (Felker) Leed.

Sylvia worked at Country Lane Flowers for over 30 years. She loved gardening, antiquing, reading, and spending time with family and friends. During her school years, Sylvia built strong friendships that endured throughout her life.

Sylvia is survived by three children: Kerry Kegerise of Denver; Tammy, wife of Douglas Peifer of Ephrata; Gene Donald Kegerise II, companion of Beth Rohr of Florida; a grandson: Ryan, husband of Megan Tiburtini of Lancaster; and two great-grandsons: R.J. and Charlie Tiburtini.

Services were held Feb. 19 at St. John’s UCC, Denver, with Pastor Bradley Haws officiating. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family.

Memorial contributions in Sylvia Ann’s memory may be made to Hospice & Community Care, P. O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA, 17604; or Alzheimer’s Association, Greater PA Chapter, 1100 Liberty Ave., Suite E-201, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222.

Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata. Online condolences can be given at stradlingfuneralhome.com.

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Lilly A. Cooper, 97, of Ephrata, passed away on Monday, Feb. 12, 2018.

Lilly was born in Manheim to Raymond and Harriet Vogel on March 15, 1920.

She was a graduate of Manheim Central High School in the class of 1937. Lilly worked as a dental assistant for three years and then as a secretary to the manager of Raybestos Manhattan Corp. Lilly was past president of the Ephrata Women’s Club, a faithful Red Cross volunteer at Ephrata Hospital for 55 years, and was the treasurer of the Ephrata Hospital Auxiliary for many years.

She was a member of The Lancaster Moravian Church. Lilly was an avid bridge player, an enthusiastic golfer, a reader of mystery novels, and was fascinated with all types of craft work, especially counted cross-stitch.

Lilly was preceded in death by her parents, her late husband, John L. Cooper, and five siblings.

Surviving, are her sons: Michael L. Cooper of Denver; Thomas N. Cooper husband of Susan of Myerstown; five grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

Services were held Feb. 17 at Gravenor Home for Funerals, Ephrata. Interment followed the services at Cedar Hill Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Lancaster Moravian Church, P.O. Box 1327, Lancaster, PA 17608.

To leave online condolences, visit gravenorhomeforfunerals.com. Gravenor Home for Funerals, Ephrata, handled the arrangements.

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Mary M. Coulson, 95, formerly of Akron, passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2018, at Brethren Village.

She was the wife of Ross H. Coulson for 69 years before his passing in August 2011. Born in Stevens, she was the daughter of the late Rev. John L. and Erla (Snyder) Myer.

Mary graduated from Denver High School in 1939. She attended Elizabethtown College, Millersville University, and Temple University, earning an undergraduate degree in elementary education and a master’s degree in the psychology of reading. She spent some of her 30 years of service as an educator with the Ephrata Area School District in third and fifth grade classrooms, but also served as the district’s reading program supervisor for many years. She was a lifelong learner.

Mary had a wide variety of interests. In retirement she and Ross traveled all over the U.S. in a camper before taking additional trips to Alaska, Hawaii, Russia, China, the United Kingdom and throughout Europe. Often she and her husband would collect stones and shells from their trips, later sharing them with family, friends and the Cen Penn Beachcombers Club.

Mary was a past member of the Lancaster-Lebanon Reading Council and also served as their treasurer. She enjoyed her membership in the Susquehanna Herb Guild and loved gardening and cooking. Mary and Ross enjoyed bowling. They also loved golf, and Mary was very proud of having a hole-in-one on two different golf courses.

Her long time membership at the Lititz Church of the Brethren gave her the opportunity to sing with the choir and make many lasting friendships. One circle of a dozen friends formed a pinochle card club that continued monthly meetings for over 50 years.

Mary is survived by three daughters: Margaret (Philip) Graceffa of Newton, Mass.; Judith Turzi; and Beth Metzger, both of Lancaster; seven grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and one sister: Anna Mae Snader.

She was preceded in death by two sisters: Esther R. Kurtz and E. Floy Hess.

Services were held Feb. 16 at Lititz Church of the Brethren, with Pastor Eric Landram officiating. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Mary’s memory may be made to Hospice & Community Care, P.O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604; or Humane League of Lancaster County, 2195 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA 17602.

Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata. Online condolences can be given at stradlingfuneralhome.com.

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On Feb. 15, 2018, Helen L. Weit of Ephrata left this earth to God’s eternal life.

She is predeceased by Leon F. Weit, her husband of 62 years, as well as her parents: Esther (Seldomridge) and Jeremiah S. Longenecker of Lititz.

Surviving are her sons: Lee (Missy) Weit of Ephrata; and John (Barbara) Weit of Smyrna, Ga.; along with grandson: Eric (Kim) Weit; and granddaughters: Michelle (Chris) Cable and Kristen (Frank) McCleary. She has six great-granddaughters.

Helen was a gifted craftsperson and was a member of PA Guild of Craftsmen and Central PA Guild of Hand Weavers. She was a member of the Lititz Springs Chapter of Eastern Star, Cloister Associates, American Legion Auxiliary, and founding member of Ephrata-Eberbach Sister Cities. As a member of the Ephrata Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, she once hand wove the cloth and custom-made the altar’s communion element cover.

Helen had a quiet strength. She will be remembered as humbly sharing her handcraft knowledge.

A memorial service is being planned for April.

In recognition, please consider a gift to the Ephrata America Legion or Ephrata-Eberbach Sister Cities.

Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata. Online condolences can be given at stradlingfuneralhome.com.

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Maria Viviana Mannino, 34, of Ephrata, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, Feb. 11, 2018.

Born in Lancaster on July 10, 1983, Maria was the loving daughter of Vito and Rosalia Mannino and sister of the late Antonio Mannino and Maxim Mannino.

She is also survived by her maternal grandfather: Giuseppe Mannino; paternal grandmother: Maria Cardinale; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.

In addition to her brother, Antonio, she was preceded in death by her maternal grandmother: Giuseppa Mannino; and paternal grandfather: Salvatore Mannino.

A graduate of Lancaster Catholic High School and the Lancaster School of Cosmetology, Maria worked as a self-employed hair stylist and beautician and also helped at her family’s pizzeria, Ephrata Pizza.

Maria was a lovable, kind, and beautiful person both inside and out. She was devoted to her family and a loyal friend to many. She was filled with so much passion, sometimes even fiery, but her feisty nature was one of her most endearing qualities.

She had an amazing sense of humor and loved to laugh and have fun with her friends. Tiny but mighty, she was a pillar of strength and always a fighter.

Maria, by her amazing example, taught those around her to truly live life to its fullest.

Services were held Feb. 19 at Gravenor Home for Funerals and Our Mother of Perpetual Help Church, Ephrata. She was interred in Memory Gardens in East Cocalico Township.

To offer your condolences visit gravenorhomeforfunerals.com. Gravenor Home for Funerals, Ephrata, handled the arrangements.

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Ronald L. “Bip” Sweigart, 81, of Ephrata, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on Thursday, Feb. 15, 2018, at Hershey Medical Center.

Born in Ephrata, he was the son of the late Clarence S. and Anna M. (Fink) Sweigart. He was the husband of the late Marie A. Sweigart, who died in 2014 after 55 years of marriage.

Bip retired from GSM Roofing after 45 years and was a member of Newmanstown Athletic Association. He loved walking to McDonalds every day, sometimes twice, to visit with his many friends. Bip enjoyed WWE wrestling, the Pittsburgh Steelers, and the Philadelphia Eagles and Phillies. He was the longtime cook at deer camp in Elk County.

As a young child, Bip started helping his father in the food business by making homemade ice cream and root beer. Later, they started Sweigart’s Restaurant on Church Street, which they had for many years. They eventually opened Sweigart’s Steak Shop on State Street, which they later sold. Many would know the Sweigart’s for their famous street-side steak sandwiches at surrounding area fairs. They continued the 80-year tradition until 2013. In 2014, the Sweigart family continued the steak tradition in a garage on Sugar Alley.

This year the Sweigart family will be serving steak sandwiches for the last time Sept. 25 to 29 in memory of their loving father, Ronald.

He is survived by his five children: Deborah A. Sweigart; Tracey L. Sweigart; Ronald L. Sweigart; Scott L., husband of Carla Sweigart; and Peggy S. Sweigart, all of Ephrata; four grandchildren: Jessica, Tyler, Cody, and Nicholas; and one great-granddaughter: Addilyn.

He was preceded in death by a brother: Roger Sweigart.

Bip, we’re all going to miss you!

Services will be private and at the convenience of the family.

If desired, contributions may be made in his memory to Penn State College of Medicine & Hershey Medical Center, University Development & Alumni Relations, 1249 Cocoa Ave, Suite 115, P.O. Box 852, Hershey, PA 17033-0852.

To express a condolence with the family, visit spencefuneralservices.com. Arrangements by: William P. Spence Funeral & Cremation Services, Manheim.

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Ralph W. Roseboro, of Reinholds, formerly of Denver, died at home of esophageal cancer, Saturday, Feb. 17, 2018, after being diagnosed less than two weeks ago.

Born Oct. 1, 1938, in Lancaster, he was the son of the late E. Louis and Elva K. (Mellinger) Roseboro. He was the beloved husband of Ann (Myer) Roseboro. On July 10, 2017, they celebrated their 52nd anniversary.

Ralph was a graduate of Cocalico High School Class of 1956, where he played basketball and football and received the Alumni Athletic Award. He attended Penn State for two years and graduated from Eckel’s School of Mortuary Science in Philadelphia, where he received the Dean’s award.

Until 2010, he was associated with the Roseboro Funeral Home in Denver. He was a lifelong member of Faith United Evangelical Lutheran Church, Denver, where he formerly served as secretary of church council, and recently as a communion assistant and helper at the Church’s Peter’s Porch program. He was a member for 50-plus years of Ephrata Lodge #665 F&AM, Lancaster Lodge of Perfection, the Reading Consistory, the Rajah Temple Shrine, and a member at large of the Denver Lion’s Club, where he received Lion of the Year and the Melvin Jones award.

Ralph was a former member of the Fulton Bank (Denver branch) advisory board and also the Adamstown Area Library board of trustees. For several years he also helped deliver Meals on Wheels. He was in the US Army from 1962 to 1964.

He enjoyed gardening and traveling, especially cruises. In fact they had just returned two weeks ago from a month-long Panama Canal cruise. A cottage along the Susquehanna River brought him and his family 20 years of enjoyment. The many years he got up at 6 a.m. to drink coffee and play “Fact or Crap” at Green Lawn Garage with Day, Eddie, Jim, Mitch and June, are cherished memories.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son: Michael A.; and a daughter: Melissa A., wife of Dr. John Voler; seven grandchildren: R. Samuel, husband of Kyla; Rachel, Noah and Stella Roseboro; and Rebecca, Olivia and Kathryn Voler; two great-granddaughters: Kinley and Kayana; and three nephews: Dan and David Roseboro, and Erik Snyder.

He was predeceased by a brother: Harry M. Roseboro; and a sister: Mary Ann Snyder.

He loved his whole family, but his grandchildren brought him a unique joy and they loved his “sneaky” sense of humor and especially the rhymes he taught them.

There will be no viewing, but the family will receive friends on Friday, Feb. 23 from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Roseboro Stradling Funeral Home, 533 Walnut St., Denver. An additional visitation will be held on Saturday, Feb. 24, from 9:30 to 11 a.m., at the Faith United Evangelical Lutheran Church, 357 Walnut St., Denver. Funeral services will follow at 11 a.m., with Reverend Joseph A. Veres officiating. Interment will take place in the Fairview Cemetery.

Memorial contributions in Ralph’s memory may be made to Faith United Evangelical Lutheran Church, Peter’s Porch, 537 Walnut St., Denver, PA 17517; or to the Friends of the Adamstown Area Library, 3000 N. Reading Road, Adamstown, PA 19501.

Arrangements by Roseboro Stradling Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc., Denver. Online condolences can be given at roseborostradling.com.

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William R. Parrish, 91, of Stevens, formerly of Brownstown, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 17, 2018, at The Gardens at Stevens.

He was born in Lancaster to the late William and Elizabeth (Pfautz) Parrish.

William worked in maintenance for Black & Decker. He enjoyed crafts of all types, Especially models, and paint-by-number pictures. He also enjoyed attending the Rough & Tumble.

William is survived by three nephews: Steven, husband of Pam Dochter of Lancaster; John, husband of Mary Ann Dochter of Lititz; and Mike, husband of Kathy Dochter of Adamstown; and a niece, Linda Dochter of Frederick, Md.

He was preceded in death by a brother: John Edwin Parrish; and a sister: Elizabeth Dochter.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family.

Memorial contributions in William’s memory may be made to Caring Hospice, 101 Good Drive, Lancaster, PA, 17603.

Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata. Online condolences can be given at stradlingfuneralhome.com.

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Michael A. Smith, 57, of Shermans Dale, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018 at the Gardens at Stevens.

Michael was born in Ephrata on Aug. 12, 1960 and worked as a metal foundry supervisor.

He is survived by three children: Ami Wolf of Ephrata, Orion Hertzog (Marjorie) of Myerstown, and Amanda Oumariou of Ephrata; four grandchildren; two sisters: Mary Jane Sweigart (Jeff) of Port Allegheny, and Pearl Mead of Scheafferstown; and four brothers: Charles Smith of Columbia, William Meashey (Peggy) of Carlisle, Ralph Smith of Waymart, and Jeff Smith of Lititz.

Michael was preceded in death by his parents: William and Anna (Meashey) Smith; and his sister: Roxanne Meinhardt.

Services will be at the convenience of the family.

Gravenor Home For Funerals of Ephrata, is assisting the family. To offer your condolences, visit gravenorhomeforfunerals.com.

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Donald David Dubbs, 86, of Ephrata, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018, at WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital.

He was born in Pine Grove to the late John A. and Tennie I. (Mausser) Dubbs, and was the husband of Emma Louise (Roeder) Dubbs, with whom he shared 66 years of marriage.

He was a member of Bethany United Church of Christ, Ephrata, and a lifetime member of the American Legion Post #374.

Donald was a produce manager for Acme Markets before retiring in 1990. He was also a U.S. Navy veteran, serving during the Korean War. He enjoyed sports, horseback riding, and reading..

In addition to his wife, Donald is survived by sons: David D., husband of Susan (Neidlinger) Dubbs of Ephrata; Daniel D., husband of Molly (Kelly) Dubbs of Schuylkill Haven; four grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held on Monday, March 5 at 10:30 a.m. at the Bethany United Church of Christ, 140 E. Main St., Ephrata, with Pastor Robert Shrom officiating.

Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata. Online condolences can be given at stradlingfuneralhome.com.

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Grace M. Sauder, 88, of Ephrata, formerly of Union Grove, died Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018 at Fairmount Homes, after a brief illness.

Born in Upper Leacock Township, she was a daughter of the late Jonathan S. and Elizabeth Z. (Martin) Shirk. She was married 68 years on July 23 to Eugene H. Sauder.

Grace’s love for her Lord and family greatly impacted how she lived her life. She was a faithful long-time member of Lichty’s Mennonite Church. She had been a kindergarten Sunday school teacher in the past, and an active member of the sewing circle. She enjoyed planning family events and initiating family gatherings. She always remembered family’s special dates with cards and gifts. She provided in-home care for one of her sisters and her father until his passing.

She was an avid seamstress and quilter and made quilts for all 18 grandchildren, completing the last one in the fall of 2017. Grace enjoyed reading; cross stitch; gardening; and taking pictures, especially of God’s handiwork of sunrises, sunsets and snowstorms.

Grace was very loving, compassionate and gracious, and will be deeply missed by her husband and family.

Surviving in addition to her husband are four children: Donna, married to James Mast of Mount Pleasant Mills; Jay, married to Cindy (Neff) Sauder of New Holland; Glenn, married to Brenda (Auker) Sauder of New Holland; and Robert, married to Joyce (Martin) Sauder of East Earl; a son-in-law: Nelson, married to Louella Martin of New Holland; 18 grandchildren; 40 great grandchildren; and two sisters: Elizabeth, married to Melvin Diffenderfer of Leola; and Frances, married to Clyde Martin of Ephrata.

Preceding her in death is a daughter: Joan Martin; a grandson: Caleb Mast; a sister: Helen Shirk; and two brothers: Richard and John Shirk.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 2 at 10 a.m. at Lichty’s Mennonite Church, 1690 Union Grove Road, East Earl. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Viewing will be held on Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Fairmount Homes, Wheat Ridge Chapel, and on Friday at Lichty’s from 9 to 10 a.m.

Kindly omit flowers. If desired contributions may be made to Fairmount Homes Sharing Fund, 333 Wheat Ridge Drive, Ephrata, PA 17522.

To send the family online condolences, visit groffeckenroth.com. Arrangements by Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill.

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Reuben Z. Gress, 90, of Lititz, formerly of Denver, passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2018, at United Zion Retirement Community.

He was born in Reinholds to the late Evan and Minnie (Zimmerman) Gress, and was the husband of the late Helen M. (Keenan) Gress, who died in 2005.

Reuben was a member of the Berean Bible Church in Ephrata, and the Denver Lions Club. He enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, hunting, trapping, baseball, and golf. He also enjoyed playing board games.

Reuben was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He worked as a builder and owned the company, Gress & Weitzel Builders. After retirement, he was a Denver building inspector.

Reuben is survived by three children: Dean L. Gress of Denver; Diane C., wife of Larry Dull of Lititz; and Tamara J. Gress of Story, Wyo.; six grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and a brother: Michael Z. Gress, husband of Dee.

In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a son: Kevin L. Gress.

Services were held Feb. 23 at Roseboro Stradling Funeral Home, Denver, with Pastor Kelly Sensenig officiating. Interment took place in the Pleasant View Cemetery.

Memorial contributions in Reuben’s memory may be made to United Zion Retirement Home Benevolent Fund, 722 Furnace Hills Pike, Lititz, PA, 17543.

Arrangements by Roseboro Stradling Funeral & Cremation Services, Denver. Online condolences can be given at roseborostradling.com.

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Nathalie Solsky, 77, of Ephrata, passed away on Friday, Feb. 23, 2018 at the Ephrata Community Hospital.

Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Benjamin and Rose (Zimmerman) Solsky.

She was predeceased by her bother: Robert Solsky.

Nathalie was retired and had worked in the clerical and administrative departments for the PA Department of Labor and Industry for over 25 years. She enjoyed family gatherings and playing Rummikub. In years past, she enjoyed traveling with her aunts.

She is survived by her niece: Kim Solsky; nephews: Kerry Solsky; Kurt Solsky, married to Robin; and Keith Solsky married to Jackie; her great-nieces and nephews: Annie, Katee, Benjamin, Brooke, Cole, Kurt, Jaron, and Josh; and many loving cousins.

Graveside services were held Feb. 27 at Beth El Cemetery, Lititz.

Please make contributions in Nathalie’s memory to the National Kidney Foundation, 30 E. 33rd St., New York, NY, 10016.

To send an online condolence, visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, Lititz, was entrusted with the arrangements.

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