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C. Eugene ‘Gene’ Groff, 80, accountant, Ephrata Ambulance driver, served on Ephrata Borough Council

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C. Eugene “Gene” Groff, 80, of Ephrata, passed away on Monday, Feb. 19, 2018, following an illness.

He was born in East Earl to the late Chester W. and Esther (Burkholder) Groff, and was the husband of Nancy E. (Wechter) Groff, with whom he shared 59 years of marriage.

Gene was an accountant for most of his life. He was a member of First United Methodist Church, where he served on the church council, and was very active in the kitchen. He was an Assistant Scoutmaster of Troop #158, a volunteer driver for Ephrata Ambulance, a member of the Ephrata Jaycees, and served on the Ephrata Borough Council.

In addition to his wife, Gene is survived by a son: Steve, husband of Valerie Groff of Maryland; a daughter: Barbara, wife of Bryan Fern of Florida; two granddaughters: Bryana and Ashley; and a sister: Betty Yunkin of Neffsville.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son: Michael Groff; and a brother: Marlin Groff.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family.

Kindly omit flowers. If desired, memorial contributions in Gene’s memory may be made to Boy Scout Troop #73, c/o First United Methodist Church, 68 N. Church St., Ephrata, PA, 17522; or the Pennsylvania SPCA Lancaster Center, 848 S. Prince St., Lancaster, PA, 17603.

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

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Milton S. Haldeman, 72, Case NH retiree, author, avid genealogist, gravestone restorer

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Milton Samuel Haldeman, 72, of Ephrata, passed away peacefully into the arms of Jesus at home, with his wife by his side, on Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2018, after a courageous 5½ month battle with renal cell carcinoma.

Milton was born in East Cocalico Township, the second of six children born to the late Raymond Ludwig and Vera (Good) Haldeman.

Milton began his working life at Miller & Hess Shoe Company in Akron and retired from Case New Holland in 2005, after 35 years of service. After retirement, he devoted himself to his favorite hobby, genealogy. He authored a Christopher Haldeman genealogy book that traced his family lineage back 11 generations to his immigrant ancestors.

He was a member of Red Run Mennonite Church, Cocalico Valley Historical Society, the Lancaster Mennonite Historical Society, and Grave Concerns. He enjoyed restoring damaged gravestones and restored dozens of headstones in the county.

Milton is survived by wife of 52 years: Lorraine (Zimmerman) Haldeman; six children: Michael (Beth), Samuel (Renee), Frederick (Teresa), Loretta Huber (Curvin), Susan Shirk (Wilson), and Timothy Haldeman. He is also survived by 20 grandchildren; three siblings: Mary Jane Nissly (Harry), Harvey Haldeman (Dorothy), Robert Haldeman; two sisters-in-law: Janice Haldeman and Verna Haldeman; as well as many nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers: Raymond and Harry Haldeman.

Services were Feb. 24 at Parkview Mennonite Church, Reamstown, with Pastor Mel Weaver officiating. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family.

Memorial contributions in Milton’s memory may be made to Cocalico Valley Historical Society, 237 W. Main St., Ephrata, PA 17522; or the Lancaster Mennonite Historical Society, 2215 Millstream Road, Lancaster, PA 17602.

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

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Paul Mowere Longacre, Director of Mennonite Central Committee, prison minister, orchardist

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Paul Mowere Longacre, formerly of Akron, died at Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community on Feb. 19, 2018, after a long journey with chronic lymphocytic leukemia.

He was born Feb. 26, 1937, to Paul E. Longacre and Edna Mowere Longacre, on a dairy farm near Bally. As a youth, he joined the Bally Mennonite Church.

Paul attended a one-room school through the eighth grade. After graduating from Boyertown Area High School, he helped his father on the farm for two years before attending college. He graduated from Goshen College in Goshen, Ind., and later earned degrees from Goshen Biblical Seminary and Anabaptist Mennonite Biblical Seminary.

In 1963, Paul married Doris Janzen, a fellow Goshen College graduate. The next year they moved to Vietnam, where Paul served for three years as the director for Mennonite Central Committee (MCC).

Daughter Cara was born in Vietnam; daughter Marta was born after the Longacre family returned to the United States. Later the family lived in Indonesia when Paul became director of MCC programs there. After returning to the States, Paul earned a master’s degree from Kansas State University. Much of his MCC work thereafter focused on food and hunger education, which complemented Doris’ work writing the More-with-Less Cookbook and Living More with Less. Doris died in 1979 following a long illness.

During his more than two decades of work with MCC, Paul also served in various administrative positions at MCC headquarters in Akron, including program director for Asia, assistant executive secretary, acting executive secretary, interim personnel director, and interim director for MCC-US. Between 1968 and 1973, Paul was a member of several MCC delegations that visited North Vietnamese and Viet Cong offices in Paris and in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, as part of MCC’s efforts to offer humanitarian aid to all Vietnamese people.

In 1981, Paul married Nancy Heisey, who worked in MCC’s Africa department, and in 1987 they accepted a two-year assignment with five Mennonite mission and service agencies, visiting and listening to Christians and other partners in 45 countries around the world. Later, Paul worked in prison ministry for 13 years first on the board and then the staff of Prisoner Visitation and Support (PVS).

Throughout his life, Paul served on various Mennonite boards and as interim pastor and elder at Mennonite churches. After retiring from PVS in 2004, he was active on the board of Crossing Creeks, a program providing mental health services in Harrisonburg, Va.

Each year Paul loved visiting “Uncle Johnnie’s Cabin” in northern Pennsylvania. He also spent many summer days helping brother Jim bale hay and pick sweet corn at Long Meadow Farm, and hunting there in the fall with brothers, sons-in-law, nephews, and friends.

That farm was where Paul cultivated his beloved apple trees. But his skills at husbandry reached beyond the orchard. He devoted his life to nurturing, mending, encouraging, and helping others bring their own lives to fruition: a husbandry of the heart.

He is survived by his wife: Nancy Heisey, of Harrisonburg, Va.; his daughters: Cara Longacre Hurst (Kevin) of Conestoga; and Marta van Zanten (Erwin) of Media; his three grandchildren: Ruby van Zanten, Anika Hurst, and Claire Hurst; siblings David (Gladys): Harrisonburg, Va.; Mark (Ruth), Susquehanna; Aaron (Martha), Tampa, Fla.; Anna Mary Brubacher (Glenn), Kitchener, Ontario; Jim (Ellen), Barto; and many nieces and nephews. He is also survived by Melinda Nolitha Williams-Maluka, Vienna, Austria

He was preceded in death by his sister: Rhoda King; and by Thabiso Williams, Cape Town, South Africa.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, March 3, 2018 at Community Mennonite Church, 70 S. High St., Harrisonburg, Va. The family will receive friends at 9 a.m., on Saturday prior to the service at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Paul Longacre Food and Environment Endowed Scholarship at Eastern Mennonite University, or to Sentara RMH Hospice.

Kyger Funeral Homes & Crematory, Harrisonburg, Va., handled the arrangements. Condolences and memories may be shared at kygers.com.

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Gerald ‘Murph’ Gebhard, 61, long-time popular WIOV morning show co-host, recovery advocate

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A public service was held Monday, Feb. 26 to celebrate the life of beloved WIOV radio host Jerry “Murph” Murphy, at Calvary Church in Lancaster.

Several people spoke and shared memories, including station manager Rich Creeger, Murphy’s long-time co-host Casey Allyn, his daughter Chelsea Puhak, and a few other friends.

In lieu of flowers, Murphy’s family has asked that donations be made to the 521 Club, a recovery center at 2400 Butter Road, Lancaster, PA 17601.

For Murph’s full obituary and another photo from the service, see below.


Gerald “Murph” Gebhard, 61, of Lancaster, passed away on Feb. 14, 2018, at home.

He was born in Denver, Colo., to the late Edward and Rosemary (Hamburg ) Gebhard.

“Murph,” as he was known to his many listeners was one half of the popular “Murph and Casey Morning Show” that woke up Lancaster and Berks Counties for the past 19 years. Jerry was also very active in the recovery community and touched so many lives.

He is survived by a daughter: Chelsea Puhak of Raleigh, N.C.; two grandchildren: Mia and Levi Puhak of Raleigh, N.C.; and a sister: Barb Nelson of Boise, Idaho.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother: Rick Gebhard.

A celebration of life was held Feb. 26 at Calvary Church, Lancaster. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers the family has requested that donations be made out to the 521 Club, 2400 Butter Road, Lancaster, PA 17601.

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

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Deaths of Local Interest – March 7, 2018

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Rose Anna Baldwin Cebular passed on Feb. 19 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident in Las Vegas, Nevada. She graduated from Elizabethtown College with an associate’s degree in medical secretary science, which was the start of her 49-year career in medical service and caregiving. She worked in the doctors’ offices of Grant Bamberger M.D, Sotir Galanis M.D and Sanda Rajan M.D, Leola Family Medicine, Ephrata Community Hospital, and as a personal caregiver. Later in life she took up watercolor and acrylic art classes.

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Harold E. Krimes Jr., 46, appliance salesman, enjoyed fishing, spending time with family

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Harold E. Krimes Jr., 46, of Ephrata, passed away Feb. 22, 2018, at Penn State Hershey Medical Center, Hershey.

Harold was born in Ephrata to Harold E. Krimes Sr. and Carol A. (Engle) Krimes on Dec. 5, 1971. He went to school at Ephrata, and after leaving school, he received his GED. Harold worked as an appliance salesman for many years. Harold enjoyed the outdoors (especially fishing) and spending time with his family.

Harold is survived by his parents; and three children: Austin E. Krimes of Ephrata; Arrissa F. Kubas Krimes, of Lockport, N.Y.; and Skyler D. Krimes of Lancaster.

Friends will be received at Gravenor Home for Funerals 100 W. Main St., Ephrata, on Saturday, March 10, from 9 to 10 a.m., followed by memorial services at 10 a.m.

Memorials may be given to The American Cancer Society, at cancer.org.

Gravenor Home for Funerals, Ephrata, was entrusted with the arrangements. Condolences may be posted at gravenorhomeforfunerals.com.

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George Arthur Moody II, 70, Reamstown, Vietnam vet, Summit Quest Academy maintenance worker

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George Arthur Moody II, 70, of Reamstown, passed away Feb. 17, 2018 at his home.

Born in Quincy, Ill., he was the son of the late George A. Moody and Merley E. (Miller) Newkirk.

A veteran, he served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam war. George retired with the maintenance department from Summit Quest Academy.

Surviving are two sons: George A. Moody III of Florida, and Eric Moody, husband of Nicole, of Lititz; four grandchildren; and two sisters: Ina Peters of Kansas and Jane Blickhan of California.

A committal service was held March 2 at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made in George’s memory to the Lebanon VA Hospital, 1700 S. Lincoln Ave., Lebanon, PA 17042.

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

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Joan B. Weaver, 83, RN, Weaver’s Feed Mill partner, enjoyed birds, gardening, knitting

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Joan B. Weaver, 83, of Akron, passed away on Thursday, March 1, 2018, at Calvary Homes.

She was born in Ephrata to the late John N. and Helen M. (Buch) Yecker, and was the wife of the late Earl R. “Tony” Weaver, who passed away in 2010.

She was an active member of Zion Lutheran Church, Akron. She had a love of gardening and was a servant. She enjoyed knitting items for people. She also enjoyed dogs and birds.

Joan graduated from Lancaster General School of Nursing. She was registered nurse for Ephrata Hospital, then a visiting nurse and later an RN for Akron Family Practice. In 1975, she became partners with her late husband, Tony, in purchasing Weaver’s Feed Mill.

Joan is survived by a son: David J., husband of Lola (Love) Weaver of Narvon; a daughter: Diane M. Millhouse of Ephrata; four grandchildren: Amanda, wife of Tyler Thorsen; Heath Weaver, fiancé of Abby Rhoads; Nicholas Bottenfield; Justine Millhouse; two sisters: Helen B., wife of Jacob I. Burkholder of Ephrata; Martha Y., wife of James V. Fulmer of Lancaster; and a brother-in-law: Robert L., husband of Margaret Weaver of Morgantown.

A visitation will be held on Saturday, March 10, from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Zion Lutheran Church, 435 Main St., Akron, followed by funeral services at 11 a.m., with Pastor Matthew Lenahan officiating. Interment will take place in the Bergstrasse Lutheran Cemetery.

Memorial contributions in Joan’s memory may be made to Zion Lutheran Church, 435 Main St., Akron, 17501.

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

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Barret C. Brooks I, 75, U.S. Army vet, C&B co-owner, dog trainer, animal lover, Eagles fan

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Barret C. Brooks I, 75, of Ephrata, died unexpectedly on March 4, 2018, at Ephrata WellSpan Community Hospital.

Barret was born Aug. 11, 1942, to Clair B. Brooks and Pauline (Strickler) Brooks in Manheim.

Barret was preceded in death by his father: Clair.

Surviving are his mother: Pauline; and his loving wife of 57 years: Shelby R. Brooks; a daughter: Lori Brooks Gehman of Ephrata; a son: Barret C. Brooks II (Shelley) of Ephrata; grandchildren: Krystal Snader of Ephrata, and Justin Gehman of Reinholds; and great-grandchildren: Brailyn Brumbach and Kyla Croft of Ephrata, who were the love of his life. Also, surviving is a brother: Jeffrey Brooks (Kathie) of Lancaster.

Barret served in the United States Army. He was an avid animal lover and worked as a dog trainer for the last 40 years. Before being a dog trainer, he was part owner of C&B Trimming in Reamstown. He will be remembered most for his loving and kind spirit. He loved his family and enjoyed camping and making campfires with his great-granddaughters. His one big love was going to Florida, twice a year. He was a die-hard Philadelphia sports fan. Every Sunday you would find him wearing an Eagles shirt. He was the happiest man in the world when the Eagles won the Super Bowl.

Barret was a 32nd degree Mason and member of Ephrata Masonic Lodge 665. He was awarded a 50-year Masonic Service Emblem. Barret was also a member of the Ephrata VFW Post 3376, Fraternal Order of Elks, Post 1933, International Shriners Association, and a member of the Wounded Warriors Project.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family.

Instead of flowers, please consider a contribution to the Animal Rescue League or The Shriners Children’s Hospital.

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

 

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Diane Louise Stehman, 68, Master Gardener, volunteered at Wellsboro Animal Care Sanctuary

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Diane Louise (Frymyer) Stehman, 68, formerly of Ephrata, passed away on Thursday, Feb. 22, 2018 with her beloved husband, Ted Stehman, by her side.

Born in Lancaster on Sept. 23, 1949, Diane was the oldest of four siblings born to Robert and Kathleen Frymyer.

In addition to her husband, Diane is survived by her brother: Terry Frymyer; and sister: Debbie Croll; two daughters: Tiffani Todd and Keir-Lynn Gensler; her stepson: Todd; and stepdaughter: Tamra; her grandchildren: Savannah, Isabela, Hayden, Lochlainn, Thaddeus, Liam, Brantley, and Eleri; two step-grandsons: Brian and David; and two generations of nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents; and sister: Melanie Sauder.

Diane was known for her big heart, love of animals and outgoing personality. Diane was a Master Gardener as well as an avid volunteer at the Wellsboro Animal Care Sanctuary, where she mainly focused on fostering kittens. In addition to her passion for plants and animals, you would rarely find Diane without a book in her hand and a smile on her face.

A memorial service was held March 3 at Carleton Funeral Home, Wellsboro.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Diane’s memory to the Wellsboro Animal Care Sanctuary, 11765 Route 6, Wellsboro, PA 16901.

Carleton Funeral Home, Wellsboro, handled the arrangements. Condolences and memories may be shared at carletonfh.com.

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Derrek Reich, 41, his daughter was his world, Colts fan, loved motorcycles, drawing

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Derrek Reich, 41, of Ephrata, passed away on Thursday, March 1, 2018.

He was born in Ephrata to Harold Reich and Liana Whitcraft, both of Ephrata.

His daughter, Hailey, was his whole world. Derrek loved motorcycles and drawing. He was an avid fan of the Indianapolis Colts and the New York Yankees.

In addition to his parents, Derrek is survived by his daughter: Hailey Reich; his brother: Shawn, husband of Dawn Reich of New Holland; and his two nephews: Gavin and Owen.

Services were held March 6 at Stradling Funeral Home, Ephrata, with Pastor Dave Fulmer officiating. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Derrek’s memory may be made to a trust for Hailey’s education at gofundme.com/hailey-reich.

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

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Gina Devlin, 58, cook at Ephrata Manor and GSV, enjoyed beach trips, Eagles fan

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Gina Devlin, 58, of Lancaster passed away on Feb. 27, 2018 following a courageous battle with cancer.

She was born in Ephrata to the late Ira Wenger, Jr. and Dorothy Simonetti.

Gina attended Ephrata High School and worked as a cook, which was something she was known to be phenomenal at. She loved working at Ephrata Manor and Garden Spot Village nursing homes. She enjoyed visiting the beach and mountains with her family. Gina was so happy to have been able to see her Philadelphia Eagles win the Super Bowl.

Gina leaves behind her husband of 22 years: Michael Devlin of Lancaster; her daughters: Lisa Miller of Lancaster, Nikki Hornberger of Ephrata; stepdaughter: Maria, wife of Chris Gehman of Lititz; five grandchildren: Zackary, Madison, Damion, Luis, Brynn; her siblings: Suzann, wife of Jim Bomgardner of Ephrata; Scotty, husband of Jan Wenger of Ephrata; Pam, wife of Ron Stefanacci of Sterling, Va.; Angelena Simonetti of Ephrata; several nieces and nephews; and a large extended family; as well as her canine companion: Marshal.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother: Tommy Wenger; and her stepfather: Geno Simonetti.

At Gina’s request she will be cremated and there will be no formal services. A celebration of her life will be held at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, consider a donation to Caring Hospice Services, 101 Good Drive, Lancaster, PA 17603. Gina’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff of Caring Hospice Services for their loving care during Gina’s battle. Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., Columbia/Landisville. Share memories and condolences at cwkraftfh.com.

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Anna Mary Martin, 101, Bowmansville Mennonite Church member, deacon’s wife

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Anna Mary Martin, 101, of Narvon, went to be with the Lord on Sunday morning, March 4, 2018.

Born in East Earl, on Dec. 29, 1916, she was the daughter of the late Jonathan and Mattie (Sensenig) Martin. On Oct. 24, 1946 she was united in marriage to D. Walter Martin with whom she shared 43 years of marriage.

To this union were born nine daughters and one son: Rosene Martin of Ephrata; Rachel, wife of Henry VanZee of Stevens; Anna Mary; Lucy; and Daniel Martin of Narvon; Nancy, wife of Leon Zimmerman of Narvon; Martha, wife of Noah Burkholder of Dundee, N.Y.; Rebecca, wife of Leonard Martin of Memphis, Mo.; Bertha, wife of Elvin Sensenig of Reinholds; and Elsie, wife of Lawrence Zimmerman of Orrstown. Also surviving is a stepson: Edwin Z., husband of Esther Good Martin of Denver; and a stepdaughter-in-law: Alma Martin of New Holland; 29 grandchildren; nine step-grandchildren; 47 great-grandchildren, 38 step-great-grandchildren; and seven step-great-great-grandchildren; a sister: Martha Miller, wife of the late Sidney Miller of Illinois; and a brother-in-law: Aaron K, Martin of Ephrata.

She was preceded in death by her husband; a stepson: Paul Z. Martin; a grandson: Christopher Sensenig; two step-granddaughters: Carolyn W. Martin and Mary Jane Bange (Jay); four great-grandchildren; sisters: Lydia Snyder, Emma Stauffer, and Susan Martin; and brothers: Henry, John, and Aaron Martin.

She was a member of the Bowmansville Mennonite Church where she supported her husband in his ministry as a deacon. She was lovingly cared for by her children, Lucy and Daniel, in the house she resided since marriage in Bowmansville.

Services were held at the Bowmansville Mennonite Church, Narvon, on March 8, with Bishop Leon S. Zimmerman, Bishop Amos G. Martin and ministers John Martin and Marlin Lauver officiating. Interment was in the adjoining church cemetery.

Arrangements by the Eckenroth Funeral Home, Terre Hill.

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Elizabeth M. McFarland, 87, Rothsville native, worked at GS Auto Auction, Highland Elementary

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Elizabeth M. McFarland, 87, of Lancaster, passed away on Monday, Feb. 26, 2018, at Evergreen Estates Retirement Community.

She was born in Rothsville to the late Harry and Beulah (Shreiner) Myers and was the wife of the late John W. McFarland who passed away in 1993.

She was a member of Reformed Presbyterian Church, Ephrata. Elizabeth worked in the cafeteria at Highland Elementary, and later in the kitchen at Garden Spot Auto Auction. She graduated from Warwick Township High School in 1948.

Elizabeth is survived by two sons: Randolph P., husband of Deborah (Roland) Zimmerman; Jon W. McFarland; a daughter: Cathleen A. Oehme; 5 granddaughters: Jill, wife of Jason McCutcheon; Erin Zimmerman, partner of Jessica Mollard; Jennifer, wife of Chad Knepper, Jessica Oehme; Jerilyn Oehme; a step-grandson: Robert Sturgill II, husband of Lauren; five great-grandchildren; and three step-great-grandchildren.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by 10 siblings: Minnie Meck, Elsie Painter, Elmer Spangler, Jack Myers, Emerson Myers, Norman Myers, Alta Hufford, Esther Grumbein, Emma Myers, and Grace Myers.

Services were held March 5 at Stradling Funeral Home, Akron, with Pastors James Roland and Brett Rush officiating. Interment took place in the Rothsville Lutheran Cemetery.

Memorial contributions in Elizabeth’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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Elizabeth Erica Halvorsen, 83, Spalding secretary, mother of four, musician, sang in church choir

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Elizabeth Erica Halvorsen, 83, formerly of Crumlynne, Ephrata, and Denver, died at Neighborhood Hospice of West Chester on Thursday, March 8, 2018.

Elizabeth was born in Holyoke, Mass., on March 25, 1934, to Eric A. Eichhorn and Eva (Krassler) Eichhorn.

She worked for many years as a secretary for Spalding sporting goods manufacturing company. She was a musician and played the organ. Elizabeth also sang in a church choir in Holyoke, MA.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and her late husband, Harold Edwin Halvorsen, who passed away in 2003.

Surviving Elizabeth are four children: Sherrie L. Halvorsen of Deptford, N.J.; Karen D. Shook of Sewell, N.J.; Carl Halvorsen, husband of Margaret Tan of Wilmington, Del.; and Bruce Halvorsen, husband of Chris Ross of Landisville. Also, surviving are five grandchildren: Norman Shook, Nathaniel Shook, Brandon Halvorsen, Eric Halvorsen, and Hannah Shook; and nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to a funeral service at Gravenor Home for Funerals, 100 W. Main St., Ephrata, on Friday, March 16, at 8:30 a.m. Interment will take place at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery following the services.

To leave a message of condolence, visit gravenorhomeforfunerals.com. Gravenor Home for Funerals, Ephrata, was entrusted with the arrangements.

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Anna G. Hopkins, 98, Boehringer’s Drive-In worker, Adamstown Woman’s Club president

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Anna G. Hopkins, 98, formerly of Adamstown, died March 9, 2018, in Wellington at Hershey’s Mill, West Chester.

Born in West Reading, a daughter of the late George W. and Edna Mae (Werley) Oaks, her husband of 71 years, Kenneth Hopkins, died June 12, 2015.

A 1937 Reading High School graduate, Anna worked at various Air Force bases with her late husband, for Reading High School, Vanity Fair, Boehringer’s Drive-In and Bollman Hat Company. She was an active member of Peace United Church of Christ and was involved with youth fellowship at former St. Paul’s Church, Adamstown, a Girl Scout leader and former president of Adamstown Woman’s Club.

Anna never missed a Flyers game, loved bowling, playing cards, games (especially Mahjong) and supported her grand- and great-grandchildren’s sports events. Trips to Cape May with family and friends were special to her. She loved life and all it had to offer.

Surviving is her daughter: Gerry Ann (Eric L.) Flicker, West Chester; grandchildren: Andrea Youndt and Kimberly Evans; great-grandchildren: Olivia and Sidney Evans; step-grandchildren: Michael (Kim) Flicker and Scott (Michelle) Flicker; and step-great-grandchildren: Ryan and Kaitlyn Flicker.

A sister, Sara Kolb, predeceased her.

Funeral services will be held Friday, March 16, at 11 a.m. from Peace UCC, 37 E. Swartzville Road, Denver, with viewing from 10 to 11 a.m. Burial will be in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Adamstown.

Rather than flowers, send contributions to Peace UCC, 37 E. Swartzville Road, Denver, PA 17517.

Good Funeral Home, Reamstown, is honored to be serving Anna’s family. Condolences may be shared at goodfuneral.com.

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Eugene Rodney Gockley, 84, Army vet, Bethlehem Steel retiree, volunteer, historian, artisan

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Eugene “Gene” Rodney Gockley, 84, passed away March 12, 2018, in Ephrata, surrounded by his loving family at home after a short battle with mesothelioma.

He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Shirley Fletcher Gockley.

Born Aug. 5, 1933, Gene served in the United States Army from 1952 to 1955, where he trained as a ski instructor in Colorado Springs. He began his career with Bethlehem Steel at Grace Mines in Morgantown, then transferred to Bethlehem’s headquarters. He also spent time in Sierra Leone, Africa, where he mined titanium for the company. He retired after 32 years with Bethlehem Steel.

Gene was a Master Mason of Lodge No. 665 of Ephrata and a Scottish Rite in the Valley of Reading. He enjoyed preserving history as an avid volunteer and board member for Historical Society of Cocalico Valley; a member of Ephrata Cloister Associates, and Historic Poole Forge.

Gene was an artisan and took great pride in creating unique and hand-painted fish for friends, family, and fundraisers. He was also talented at woodworking, photography, and landscaping, filling his own home and lawn with one-of-a-kind creations.

Gene is survived by his wife: Shirley Fletcher Gockley of Ephrata; daughters: Sheila Redcay, wife of Mervin Redcay of Fredericksburg; Sylvia Larson, wife of William Larson of Palmyra; and Lisa Gockley of Ephrata; grandchildren: Adam Redcay, husband of Amanda Redcay of Wrightsville; Marty Redcay, husband of Carrie Redcay of Winchester, Va.; Lucy Deren, wife of Philip Deren of Lancaster; Julie Warlow, wife of Travis Warlow of Hummelstown; Natalie Fried, wife of Damien Fried of Palmyra; Chelsea Larson, fiancé of Pat Olsen of Harrisburg; Jenna Larson of Palmyra; Davis Green of Lancaster; and Gillian Green of Ephrata; and nine great-grandchildren: Elliott, Max, Abigail, Emerson, Willah, Beatrix, Amelia, Macy, and Maren.

He is preceded in death by his daughter: Eugenia Beth Gockley Green, wife of Richard Green, York; and grandson: James Redcay.

As requested by the family, there will be no public service, instead a celebration of life at a later date for friends and family.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to Hospice & Community Care, 685 Good Drive, Lancaster, PA 17604.

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Lamar W. Good, Terre Hill, worked at Good’s Feed Mill, Churchtown UMC member

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Lamar was received into the loving arms of his Savior on March 9, 2018.

A lifelong resident of Terre Hill, he was a son of the late Harold H. and Emma E. (Weaver) Good, and is survived by his sister: Joanne.

Throughout his youth and early adult years he attended St. Paul’s Evangelical United Brethren Church, Terre Hill. Later, he became a member of Churchtown United Methodist Church. Lamar helped his father at Good’s Feed Mill, Brecknock Township, where he was blessed with many friends.

In his last months, he was a guest at Zerbe Sister’s Nursing Center, where he received excellent, loving and compassionate care.

Private viewing and graveside services will be held by the family.

If desired, contributions in his memory may be made to Zerbe Sister’s Retirement Community, 2499 Zerbe Road, Narvon, PA 17555; or Hospice & Community Care, Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604.

Good Funeral Home, Reamstown, is honored to be serving Lamar’s family.

Memories and condolences may be shared at goodfuneral.com.

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Lois Ann Perry, 85, K-mart sales clerk, enjoyed knitting, crocheting, pencil coloring

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Lois Ann Perry, 85, of Ephrata, passed away on Friday, March 2, 2018, at WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital.

She was born in Chester to the late Clyde and Addie (Lord) Thomas, and was the wife of the late Charlie T. Perry, who passed away in 2012.

Lois Ann was a sales clerk for K-mart. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, and pencil coloring. Her life verse was: “He gives power to the weak and strength to the powerless. Even youths will become weak and tired, and young men will fall in exhaustion. But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint.” – Isaiah 40:29-31 NLT

Lois Ann is survived by a son: Thomas, husband of Xiuyu (Linda Yang) Perry of Ephrata; three grandchildren: Thomas Shawn, husband of Britt (Jones) Perry of Falling Waters, W.Va.; Matthew Joseph Perry of Martinsburg, W.Va.; Amanda Lee, wife of David Gates of Pearland, Texas; four great-grandsons: Thomas Perry, Nicholas Perry, Stephen Gates, Dillon Gates; two step-great-grandsons: Chase Renner and Hunter Cline; a step-great-granddaughter: Krystyn Gates; and three brothers: Dave Thomas of Quarryville; William Thomas of Oxford; and Allen Thomas of Rising Sun, Md.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by a sister: Janet Jones.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family.

Memorial contributions in Lois Ann’s memory may be made to Hospice and 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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V. Marlene Forney, 81, EHS grad, worked at Farmers First Bank, enjoyed the beach, was Colts fan

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V. Marlene Forney, 81, of Lititz, passed away on Monday, March 5, 2018, after a prolonged battle with cancer.

Marlene was born on May 16, 1936 and was married to J. Lowell Forney for 63 years on Sept. 19.

She graduated from Ephrata High School in 1954, and was in accounting for many years at the former Farmers First Bank and Susquehanna Bancshares. She enjoyed going to the beach, reading, putting together jigsaw puzzles, and generally staying busy around the house. Being with and hosting her family brought her the greatest joy. She was also an avid Penn State and Indianapolis Colts football fan. She was a member of Middle Creek Church of the Brethren, Lititz.

Born in Ephrata, Marlene was the daughter of the late Raymond V. and Lizzie (Landis) Rudy.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by three daughters: Linda, married to Barry Christ of Ephrata; Jane, married to Nelson Stoner of Lititz; Christine Reilly of Lititz; and one son: Randall, husband of Kathy Jo (Kurtz) Forney of Lititz. Marlene had 13 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by two sisters: Laretta Shiffer and Dorothy Forney.

A funeral service was held March 10 at Middle Creek Church of the Brethren, Lititz. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial contribution in Marlene’s memory to Hospice & Community Care, P. O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA, 17604.

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

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