Andrew L. Shimko Jr., 70, of Ephrata, passed away on Monday, March 11, 2019 at his home.

Born in Uniontown, he was the son of the late Andrew and Betty (McClelland) Shimko.

He graduated from Uniontown High School in 1967 and joined the Marine Corps. He was the loving husband of Carol (Thomas) Shimko with whom he would have celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary this year.

He was employed by U.S. Steel in Homestead and was a volunteer at the Uniontown Fire Company for 16 years. After the steel mill closed, he moved to Ephrata and was employed by GSM Industrial until he retired in 2014.

Andy loved sports, dancing and socializing with family and friends. He was a lifetime member of the AMVETS and member of the American Legion and VFW.

In addition to wife, he is survived by two sons: Andrew, husband of Alicia of Lititz; Robert, husband of Christine of Ephrata; and a daughter: Amy, wife of Jason Rutter of Reinholds; five grandchildren: Robert and Katelynn Shimko; Cole, Grant and Leah Rutter; two great-grandchildren: Wyatt and Lilah; three sisters: Cheryl, Kimberly, and Robin; and a brother: Jeffery.

He was preceded in death by a brother: Charles “Corky” Shimko.

A life celebration was held March 16 at Stradling Funeral Home, Ephrata. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Ephrata Cancer Center, 460 N. Reading Road, Ephrata, PA 17522; or Ephrata AMVETS Post #136, 614 S. State St., Ephrata, PA, 17522.

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

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Frank W. Hoover, 60, of New Holland, died unexpectedly on Saturday, March 23, 2019 at Lancaster General Hospital ER.

His wife of 38 years, Cindy A. (Zimmerman) Hoover, survives. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Warren M. and Phoebe S. (Weaver) Hoover.

Frank was a farmer and a member of Pleasant Valley Mennonite Church, Ephrata.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a sister: Mary W. Hoover, New Holland; a brother: Warren W. Hoover, Denver; and a brother-in-law: Wayne Zimmerman, Lebanon; as well as several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by a sister: Rosanna Zimmerman.

Services were held March 27 at Pleasant Valley Mennonite Church, Ephrata, with Stanley Fox, Richard Burkholder, Ed Shirk and Randy Hoover officiating. Interment was in the adjoining church cemetery. Kindly omit flowers.

The Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland is in charge of arrangements.

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James F. Westwood Sr., 82, of Lititz, passed away on Monday, March 25, 2019, at WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital.

He was born in Philipsburg to the late James F. and Anna Mae (Woodring) Westwood, and was the husband of Marjorie M. (Shope) Westwood, with whom he celebrated 63 years of marriage on Feb. 18, 2019.

He was a member of Hope United Methodist Church, Ephrata. James was an inspector for the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. He loved his family, and enjoyed hunting, bowling and traveling.

In addition to his wife, James is survived by a daughter: Laura L. Wettlaufer; two sons, James, F. Jr., husband of Vicki Westwood; Mark L., husband of Maureen Westwood; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four sisters: Genevieve, Louise, Ellie and Mary Ann.

A visitation will be held on Saturday, March 30, from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Stradling Funeral Home, 30 N. Ninth St., Akron, followed by a memorial service at 6 p.m., with John and Cathy Wettlaufer officiating. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family.

Memorial contributions in James’s memory may be made to Salvation Army, 131 S. Queen St., Lancaster, PA, 17603.

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

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Elizabeth “Betty” Rex Everhart, 96, of Denver, died at Maple Farm, Akron, Tuesday, March 19, 2019.

She was born Sept. 13, 1922 in Coatesville to the late Albert West Rex and Lily Mitchell Rex. She was the devoted wife of Paul H. Everhart, who passed away on March 2, 2007.

She was also preceded in death by sisters: Marjorie Manning and Beatrice Kuehner

She is survived by sister: Martha Baldwin. of Tucson, Ariz.; her four sons: Larry Everhart of Denver, David Everhart of Leola, John Everhart of Downingtown and Steve Everhart of Nanticoke. She is also survived by her five grandchildren: David Everhart of Lancaster, Brian Everhart of Mars, Becky Peach of Pottstown, Christy Palmerio of Chester Springs, and Jeff Everhart of Guthriesville: as well as her four great-grandchildren: Alexa and Jackson Everhart of Mars, Ellie Palmerio of Chester Springs, and Ginny Peach of Pottstown.

Mrs. Everhart was a 1940 graduate of Lampeter High School where she was an accomplished clarinetist. Betty received her B.S. in education from Albright College. She was a retired home Economics teacher. She taught at Delaware County Christian School, Victory High School in Palmer, Alaska, and Conestoga Christian School. She was a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church where she led women’s Bible studies and sang in the church choir for 20 years.

A memorial service for Betty Everhart will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday March 30, at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2151 Oregon Pike, Lancaster, with the Rev. Dr. Michael A. Rogers and Rev. Dr. Jonathan Light officiating. Friends and family will be received from 10 a.m. until the time of service.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Mrs. Everhart’s memory may be made to the music department of Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2151 Oregon Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601; or to Intervarsity Christian Fellowship PO Box 7895, Madison Wisconsin 53707, with Becky Everhart Peach in the memo line.

Arrangements made by DeBord Snyder Funeral Home and Crematory, Lancaster. To leave an online condolence, visit DeBordSnyder.com.

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Kay L. Althouse, 83, of Elizabethtown, formerly of Ephrata, passed away at Masonic Village in Elizabethtown on Tuesday, March 19, 2019.

Kay was born in Ephrata to the late Abram and Arlene (Hess) Althouse.

A member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Kay loved her church and the town of Ephrata. She was always willing to sit and talk with people. Kay had a wonderful smile and even in difficult situations, she never complained. What a gift she was to those who knew her well.

Kay is survived by her stepmother: Joy M. Althouse of Lititz; sister: Janet A. Fisher of Lititz; and close relatives: David and Mary Althouse.

Memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 30, at the Chapel of the Good Samaritan at Luther Acres, 250 Saint Luke Drive, Lititz. The family will greet friends at a time of fellowship after the memorial service. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial donations in Kay’s name to Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 167 E. Main St., Ephrata, PA 17522.

Services are under the care of Paul L. Gravenor Home for Funerals, Ephrata. To offer condolences, visit gravenorhomeforfunerals.com.

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Adriana Joy Fittipaldi, three months old, joined the angels in heaven on March 20, 2019 unexpectedly.

Born on Dec. 22, 2018, she was the daughter of Joseph William and Jessica M. (Wanchalk) Fittipaldi, of Manheim Township. The family attends Our Mother of Perpetual Help Church, Ephrata.

Adriana’s short life brought so much love and joy into this world.

Surviving in addition to her parents is a brother: Walker David, age 3; maternal grandparents: Beverly and David Wanchalk, of Brownstown; paternal grandparents: Susan and William Southward, of Lancaster; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

A Mass of Angels will be held on Friday, March 29, at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church 440 Saint Joseph St., Lancaster, with The Rev. Allan F. Wolfe and Rev. John McLoughlin CSSR as celebrants. A visitation will be held on Thursday evening at Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory 3110 Lititz Pike from 6 to 8 p.m. Interment will be in St. Joseph New Cemetery, Bausman.

Memorial contributions may be made in Adriana’s memory to A Week Away, 941 Wheatland Ave. #201 Lancaster, PA 17603

To send the family condolences, visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Arrangements by Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, Lititz.

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Irma Bowman, 90, of Lititz, passed away on March 13, 2019 at Landis Homes.

She was born March 7, 1929 in Sterling, Ill., to the late Lester and Mamie (Zimmerman) Ebersole and was the wife of the late Ivan Earl Bowman, who passed away in 2011.

Irma grew up on a farm and rode her pony to a one-room school. She was very active in her MYF and participated on the state committee. In 1950 she graduated from Goshen College. During the summers, she worked for church service units in Chicago, Washington, D.C., and downstate Illinois.

After graduation, she began her career as a teacher before answering a call from Mennonite Central Committee to serve two years at a home for refugee children in Bad Durkheim, Germany. While there she met Earl Bowman, a member of a Pax service unit. He captured her heart when he carried her heavy suitcase during a group tour of Palestine. They married in 1955, had a son, David, in 1956, and a daughter, Mary Beth, in 1960.

Irma and Earl built a home in Akron, where they became founding members of Akron Mennonite Church. Irma continued her teaching in the third grade at Akron Elementary School while MCC trainees from Europe assisted in their home. She led Bible studies and hosted many couples in a marriage enrichment program. She enjoyed hosting family holiday dinners and traveling with family to Ireland, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico and Canada. She retired from teaching after 31 years and moved to Landis Homes after Earl’s death.

Irma is survived by a son: David, husband of Karen (Lapp) Bowman; a granddaughter: Erin Bowman; and a grandson: Matthew Bowman.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter: Mary Beth (David) Moser; and two brothers: Richard and Myron Ebersole.

A visitation will be held on Friday, April 5 from 6 to 8 p.m. and on Saturday, April 6 at 2:30 p.m. at Akron Mennonite Church, 1311 Diamond St., Akron. A memorial service will begin at 4 p.m. with Rachel Nolt officiating. A private interment will follow at Akron Mennonite cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be designated for Mennonite Disaster Service (mds.mennonite.net/donate) or Landis Homes Caring Fund (landishomes.org/giving) .

Arrangements have been entrusted to Stradling Funeral Homes, Akron. Memories and condolences may be shared at stradlingfuneralhome.com.

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Richard Ronald Reich, 82, of Akron, passed away on Monday, March 18, 2019, at WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital.

He was born in Lancaster to the late Walter and Margie (Charles) Reich, and was the husband of the late Delores “Dee” J. Reich, with whom he shared 59 years of marriage with before her passing in 2017.

He was a member of Mount Zion UM Church, Akron. Richard worked for D & E Telephone until he retired and previously for Miller-Hess Shoe Co. for 31 years. He was a lifetime member of the Akron Volunteer Fire Co. and served as chief from 1964 until 1975. He enjoyed hunting at Camp Green Leaf, Potter County, fishing, and playing bingo. He also enjoyed watching NASCAR and horse racing.

Richard is survived by a daughter: Wanda Jean Reich, wife of Ronald R. Smith Jr. of Akron; a granddaughter: Holly, wife of Brian Binimow of Akron; a great-granddaughter: Faith Binimow; and a grand-dog: Ginger.

Services were held March 23 at Stradling Funeral Home, Akron, with Pastor Roger Hornberger officiating. Interment took place in the Mt. Zion Evangelical Cemetery.

The family would like to thank both the staff at Gardens of Stevens nursing home as well as WellSpan Ephrata Hospital emergency room staff.

Kindly omit flowers. If desired, memorial contributions in Richard’s memory may be made to Akron Volunteer Fire Company, 1229 Main St., Akron, PA, 17501.

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

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Irma M. Schlott, 106, of Ephrata Manor, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, March 19, 2019.

Born May 18, 1912 in Akron, she was the daughter of the late Charles W. and Cora (Mellinger) Dissinger. She was the wife of the late Victor H. Schlott, who passed away in 1970.

She was an active member of Akron Church of the Brethren where she was the contact person for the prayer circle and participated in ugly quilting up to age 98. She was a homemaker and enjoyed crocheting, cooking and reading. She was a 1929 graduate of Akron High School

She was a devoted, loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, and will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Irma is survived by a son: Walter, husband of Diane of Denver; a daughter: Sharon, wife of Parke Lesher of Denver; a sister: Lena Blumenshine of Denver; 13 grandchildren; and 23 great-grandchildren.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter: Joanne Sweigart; three sons: Gene, Carl and Bill Schlott; and two brothers: Floyd and Lester Dissinger.

Services were held on March 23 at Akron Church of the Brethren,with Pastor Dennis Garrison officiating. Interment was in Shirk’s Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Irma’s memory may be made to AseraCare Hospice, 280 Granite Run Drive #180, Lancaster, Pa 17601.

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

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Kenneth L. Myers, 71, of New Holland, died Tuesday, March 19, 2019 at his home.

Born in Cambridge (Honey Brook), he was the son of the late Charles H. and Irene E. (Burkey) Myers. His survived by his sister: Lorrie K. Good; her two daughters: Jennifer Swanson (married to Arthur; son: Dustin); and Jamie Risser (married to Christopher; daughter: Lillie).

Ken attended the Pine Grove and Waterloo Elementary Schools of Salisbury Township, and graduated from Pequea Valley High School, Kinzers. He attended the Mount Zion United Methodist Church of Narvon.

He began playing piano when seven years old. He has played in many of the churches of Eastern Lancaster County. After learning organ, he also played for many other churches in Lancaster and wherever needed.

He joined the Navy Reserve and after electronics school he was stationed at a communications station in Morocco, Africa for two years. And while there, he also played for church services, played for an on-base actor’s company, and then formed a rock-and-roll band. His Navy service was from January 1968 through 1970.

Returning home, he attended the Simes School of Piano Technology and in 1971 began his own business (Mobile Sound Studios) of piano tuning and servicing and audio systems rentals. He also worked for Reifsnyder’s Piano Store of Lancaster. And he would also play music for assorted church services, programs, weddings, funerals senior centers and wherever there would be a call. In September of 1989, he became the full-time organist for Our Lady of Lourdes Church, New Holland. He was also a teacher of piano and organ for 10 years.

In January 1986, he became the president of the newly created New Holland Summer Arts Association, Inc. and spent many summer evenings announcing and assisting with the shows.

Services were held March 23 at Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland.

If desired, contributions may be made to the New Holland Summer Arts Association, Inc., P. O. Box 532, New Holland, PA 17557.

Online condolences may be posted at groffeckenroth.com. Arrangements by Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland.

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On Thursday, March 21, 2019 (the first day of Spring according to the Farmer’s Almanac), Norman E. Clair, 72, loving husband, proud father, grandfather and Vietnam veteran, quietly passed away listening to country classics surrounded by loving family members. After cheating death so many times in his life, it was only age and time that caught up to him. As he always stated, “Good things take time!”

Mr. Clair is survived by his wife of almost 50 years: Charlotte Eckenroth Clair; his son: William Clair, Endicott, N.Y.; and daughter: Sheila Clair, wife of Eric Hogue, West Lawn. He will be watching over his grandchildren, who he was so proud of always: Shannon, Dylan, Quinn, Riley, William, Cecelia; and his great-granddaughter: Mercedes. Also surviving him are his brothers and sisters: Grace Nixdorf, Manhiem; Samuel Clair, Reinholds; Chester Clair, Reamstown; Charles Arthur Clair, Ephrata; Raymond Benjamin, husband of Pam Weber Clair, Ephrata; John H., husband of Victoria Weidler Clair, Stevens.  He also is survived by many other nieces, nephews and great-nieces and nephews and other family members who adored him for his antics and laugh. We will all love and miss him dearly.

He was predeceased by his daughter: Joyce Elaine; brothers: Harvey and Alvin Menno; and a sister: Daisy Claus.

Norman was an Army veteran of the Vietnam War serving in country in Vinh Long, where he was an air frame repairman and one of the “head honchos” in the shop where he worked with his unit to organize and execute the repair of the Huey helicopters. He was honored with the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, and Marksman Badge (rifle). He was very proud of his service to his country.

Known for his jovial sense of humor, his big mischievous smile, twinkling eyes, and hearty handshake. Normie was always known for his strength, pranks and routines. Actually, no shoestrings were safe with him or glasses would go un-soaped if left unsupervised. He loved bowling, playing cards with family, his word searches with 0.9 led pencils (twist erase) and Yahtzee. Definitely dependable, you could set your clock by his breakfast schedule at the Udder Choice or the Park Place Diner, his yard work, or Wednesday laundry day at the Ephrata Cloister. He always concentrated on his abilities and never left his disabilities stop him. He is an example for us all and he has left some very large double-knotted shoes to fill.

A viewing will be held Saturday, March 30, from 10 a.m. to noon, with a service at noon, at Good Sipler Funeral & Cremation Centre, Inc., 34-38 N. Reamstown Road, Reamstown. Interment will be in Muddy Creek Cemetery, Denver.

In lieu of flowers, donations be made toward his final expenses. To contribute, go to goodfuneral.com, click on Norman’s obituary, then click “donate now.”

Arrangements by Good Sipler Funeral & Cremation Centre, Reamstown. Condolences and memories may be shared at goodfuneral.com.

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Mary Ann (Wilson) Evans, 83, of Lititz, formerly of Conestoga, died March 27 at Lancaster General Hospital after a brief illness. She was a member of Calvary Church, Lancaster. A son, Dwight K. Evans, lives in Ephrata.

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Helen B. Grandinetti, 85, of Reinholds, formerly of Germantown, passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2019, at ManorCare Health, Lancaster.

She was born in Germantown to the late James and Theresa (Coppola) Griffin, and was the wife of the late Frank J. “Champ” Grandinetti, who passed away in 2003.

She was a member of Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Ephrata. She loved watching TV, reading, doing crossword puzzles, word searches, and playing pinochle. She was last employed by Burpee Seed Co. in Warminster.

Helen is survived by two daughters: Joanne B. Grandinetti, at home; and Mary Ellen Spalding of Philadelphia; three grandchildren: Kyle J. Grandinetti, Mary Beth Labbe, and Jeffrey Spalding, Jr.; five great-grandchildren: Cortney Lynn and Jason Carsello; Jeffrey, Benjamin, and Gianna Spalding; and a brother: Frank Griffin of North Whales.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by three sisters: Mary Brooks, Elizabeth Sands, and Joan Durkin; two brothers: George Brooks and James Griffin, Jr.

A viewing will be held on Saturday, April 6, from 9 to 11 am, at the Roseboro Stradling Funeral Home, 533 Walnut St., Denver. Funeral services will follow at 11 a.m., with Father John McLoughlin C.SS.R officiating. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family.

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

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Mary B. Beck, 81, formerly of Denver, passed away Saturday, March 30, 2019 at Zerbe Sisters Nursing Center in Narvon.

She was a daughter of the late Roy and Almanara (Hahn) White. Married in 1956, she was the wife of Edwin S. Beck Jr., who passed in 2012.

Mary worked for many years as a seamstress at Cinderella Knitting Mills; Bareville Garment; Terry Ann manufacturing. She was a former member of Muddy Creek Lutheran Church. While a resident at Zerbe Sisters, she enjoyed doing puzzle books. She loved her husband and family, and looked forward to family events where she could spend time with her grandchildren.

Mary is survived by three children: Sheri Bair (Willard) of Denver, Curtis Beck (Faith) of Stevens, and Douglas Beck of Denver; five grandchildren: Jeremy (Jaime) Bair, Corey (Terri) Bair, Heather (Joe II) Harsh, Cody Beck, Curtis Beck Jr; and eight great-grandchildren: Kaitlyn, Jeremy Jr., Jordan, Ashley, Alyssa, Ryan, Alexis, and LeeAnna.

She was predeceased by four siblings.

A viewing will be held Wednesday, April 3, from 6 to 8 p.m., and the funeral service will be Thursday, April 4, at 10 a.m. All events will be held at Good Sipler Funeral & Cremation Centre, 34-38 N. Reamstown Road, Reamstown. Interment will follow the service at Pleasant View Cemetery.

Online condolences may be posted at goodfuneral.com. Arrangements by Good Sipler Funeral & Cremation Centre, Reamstown.

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Rev. Paul Vincent Bryan, C.Ss.R. 85, of the St. Clement Mission House Community, Ephrata, died on March 25, 2019, at the Stella Maris Nursing Home in Timonium, Md.

Father Bryan was born on June 19, 1933, in Brentwood, N.Y., the son of George and Rita (Fearon); and brother of former Redemptorists George J. and Robert J. Bryan.

Father Bryan attended the Redemptorist Minor Seminary of St. Mary’s College, North East, from 1947-1953. He professed temporary vows on Aug. 2, 1954 at St. Mary’s, Ilchester, Md., and perpetual vows on Sept. 2, 1957 at Mount. St. Alphonsus, Esopus, N.Y. He was ordained to the priesthood on June 21, 1959, at Mt. St. Alphonsus Seminary, Esopus, N.Y.

Paul resided in Ephrata, where he gave missions around the country until 2017 when his health forced him to retire. Fr. Bryan then moved to the St. John Neumann Residence at Stella Maris in Timonium, Md.

Services were held March 30 at Our Mother of Perpetual Help Church, Ephrata. Final Commendation and Farewell followed the mass at the Redemptorist Cemetery at St. Clement Mission House.

Services are under the care of Paul L. Gravenor Home for Funerals, Ephrata. To offer condolences, visit gravenorhomeforfunerals.com.

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Edna N. Sheaffer, 85, a resident of Manor Care, Laureldale, formerly of Ephrata, died on Thursday, March 28, 2019 at Manor Care – Laureldale.

Edna was born in East Earl, and was raised in Ephrata by her foster parents, the late Walter and Sarah Kulp.

She was a member of the Ephrata Church of the Brethren, and worked as a housekeeper at the Ephrata Community Hospital for 45 years.

She was preceded in death by her parents: Harry and Mary (Ludwig) Sheaffer; and her seven siblings: Esther, Irene, Ruth, Alta, Helen, Margie, and LeRoy.

Edna is survived by a number of nieces and nephews, including Gary Kulp, of Ephrata.

Services were held at Ephrata Church of the Brethren, on April 2. Interment followed at Middle Creek Brethren Cemetery.

Services are under the care of Paul L. Gravenor Home for Funerals, Ephrata. To offer your condolences, visit gravenorhomeforfunerals.com.

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Ruth Barron Houck, 89, of Ephrata, passed away on Tuesday, March 26, 2019.

Born in Mt. Nebo on Nov. 4, 1929, she was the daughter of the late George and Margaret Orra Barron, and the wife of the late John E. Houck, who passed away on Dec. 2, 1991.

She was a member of the Old Country Church in Schoeneck. Ruth worked for Dr. and Mrs. Walter Blankenship, Lancashire Hall and the F.W. Woolworth warehouse.

Ruth is survived by her children: Terry, husband of Linda Henry Barron; John Houck Jr., husband of Beverly; Deborah Wingler; and Lorra Fournier; 15 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; and 19 great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister: Pearl Heisler of New Providence; and brother: James Barron of Florida.

Ruth was predeceased by a daughter: Ruth Creases; three grandchildren: Linda Barron Hughes, Kimberly Wilson, and Leroy Barron; and six brothers: George, who was killed in action in Holland; Robert, Walter, Howard, William, Donald; and her sister: Margarette Barron.

Services were held April 2 at Groff Family Funeral & Cremation Services, Lancaster, with Pastor Jack Peters officiating. Interment was in the Steinmetz Cemetery, Stevens.

Visit Ruth’s memorial page at TheGroffs.com. Arrangements by Groff Funeral & Cremation Services, Lancaster.

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Mary E. Rehlich, 81, of Stevens, passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2019, at Gardens at Stevens.

She was born in Denver to the late Charles and Louella Kepple, and was the wife of Henry P. Rehlich, with whom she shared 60 years of marriage on March 28.

She was a member of Swamp Evangelical Lutheran Church, Reinholds, and Reinholds Senior Center, where she won various awards. She enjoyed cross stitching and spending time with friends and family.

In addition to her husband, Mary is survived by 2 two sons: Barry, husband of Bonnie (Lausch) Rehlich of Denver; and Larry, husband of Rochelle (Nolt) Rehlich of Denver; a daughter: Cindy Rehlich of Stevens; two grandchildren: Roxanne Shiplett and Kesha Dauber; and two great-grandchildren: Landon and Kiara Dauber.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her stepmother: Eva Kepple; a brother: Russell Kepple; and twin sister: Ida Gehman.

Services were held April 3 at Roseboro Stradling Funeral Home, Denver, with Pastor Timothy L. Craven officiating. Interment took place in the Swamp Cemetery.

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

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Jan F. Brossman, 66, of Ephrata, passed away on Thursday, March 28, 2019, at Penn State Hershey Medical Center.

He was born in Ephrata to the late William B. and Fern E. (Furlow) Brossman, and was the husband of Jennifer L. (Sensenig) Brossman, with whom he celebrated 34 years of marriage on Feb. 8.

He was a member of Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, Akron. Jan was a supervisor and an installer for D & E Phone Company before retiring. He was a graduate of Ephrata High School, class of 1970, and attended John F. Kennedy College in Nebraska. He loved Disney, jigsaw puzzles and tinkering. He was an A+ organizer and a Phillies and Eagles fan.

In addition to his wife, Jan is survived by four sons: Corey L., husband of Holly (Summers) Lehman; Jared S. Lehman, both of Ephrata; Nicholas J. Brossman of Harrisburg; Benjamin T. Brossman, also of Ephrata; a daughter: Elizabeth B., wife of Christopher Sayres of Ephrata; 12 grandchildren; and two brothers: William F. Brossman of Ephrata, and Bryan F. Brossman of Newmanstown.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 13, at 2 p.m. at the Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, 105 N. 11th St., Akron, with Pastor Glenda Machia officiating. Interment will be private in the Mt. Zion Evangelical Cemetery.

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

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Gloria (Gabron) Sweigart, 89, of Lititz, formerly of Akron, passed away on Sunday, March 31, 2019, at United Zion Retirement Community.

She was born in Easton to the late Albert and Gertrude (Miller) Gabron, and was the wife of the late Richard W. Sweigart, who passed away in 2016.

Gloria worked for RCA for 56 years. She enjoyed crocheting, spending time with her family and grandchildren, and traveling with her husband on bus trips. She was a member of Middle Creek Church of the Brethren.

Gloria is survived by a son: Richard W. Sweigart Jr. of Rothsville; a daughter: Brenda, wife of Jerry Burkholder of Lebanon; two grandchildren: Brandon, husband of Danelle Burkholder, of Richland; Brett, husband of Andrea Burkholder of Pittsburgh; and four great-grandchildren: Hunter, Brynn, Makenna, and Lydia.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by a son: Kenneth Gabron; and two sisters: Evelyn Yuninger and Alberta John.

The family would like to thank the caregivers at the United Zion Home for their special care.

A viewing will be held on Thursday, April 4, from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Middle Creek Church of the Brethren, 351 Middle Creek Church Road, Lititz, followed by funeral services at 11 a.m. with Pastor John Hess officiating. Interment will take place in the adjoining church cemetery.

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

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

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