Elaine D. Grumbling, 63, of Ephrata, passed away Tuesday, Dec.10, 2013, at her residence.
She enjoyed camping and fishing.
Elaine is survived by her companion: James Root of Ephrata and a brother: Kenneth of New Orleans, La.
She was preceded in death by a daughter, Jennifer Sweigart.
Services will be private at the convenience of the family.
Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata.
Bonita L. Burkholder
Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of Anna M. Witmer of Lititz and the late Jason E. Bair. Her husband, Paul Burkholder, died previously.
Bonita worked for a time as a photo technician for the Lancaster Department of Motor Vehicles. She was a member of the Rodettes at the Adamstown Rod and Gun Club, and was an avid Jeff Gordon fan.
Surviving in addition to her mother are three children: Kimberly Huyett of Paradise, Jason, married to Kristie Huyett of Ephrata, and Bryan K., married to Elizabeth Huyett of Grafenwoehr, Germany; 10 grandchildren; two brothers: Dennis and Douglas Bair; and two step sisters: Carol Arment and Judy Witmer.
Preceding her in death is a brother, Robert Bair.
Services were held Dec. 15 at Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland. Interment followed in the Evangelical United Methodist Cemetery.
To send the family online condolences visit groffeckenroth.com. Arrangements entrusted to Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland.
Peter Wahl Fredrickson
Peter was the son of the late Evald T. (Gil) Fredrickson and the late Isabel Mentzer Mead. He was also the stepson of the late John L. (Jack) Schulz. He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Sydne Irons Fredrickson of Denver and a daughter, Karin Rutt-Houser (Brian) of Duncannon.
Peter grew up in Pottstown. He graduated from Pottsgrove High School in 1964. He received his Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology from Gettysburg College and his Master’s in Secondary Counseling from West Chester University. At Gettysburg, he was ROTC and was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the United States Army and served in the U.S. Army Reserves.
Peter’s career was spent helping young people. He was a high school counselor at Conestoga High School in the Tredyffrin Easttown School district in Berwyn. He always put his students first. He was also a high school basketball coach and led the Conestoga Pioneers to the District 1 championship in 1991.
Peter had a life-long love affair with the game of golf. He started playing when he was 10 years old, and although he never got to shoot his age, at one time he was a 2 handicap. He loved taking trips with his golf buddies and playing courses all over the country. He was also a big sports fan, especially the Philadelphia Eagles and Phillies. In addition to going to football games at Notre Dame and Alabama, he attended to 1976 Montreal and the 1984 Olympics. If it was a sport, Peter loved it!
Peter was a very social person. He had a knack for putting people at ease and was always the perfect host for guests who came to his home. It could be said that he never met a stranger, because he was always at ease in social situations and so were those around him. As a friend, he was generous, loyal, and dependable. At times, he could also be very funny, as those who knew him can attest.
In addition to his wife and daughter, Peter is survived by his sister: Donna Rittersbacher (John) of West Deptford, N.J.; his stepmother: Evelyn Brinser Schulz of Florida and brothers-in-law: Jim Irons (Susan) of Yorba Linda, Calif. and Rick Irons (Lisa) of Palmyra. Also surviving are nephews: Tyler, Todd and Nathan; nieces: Julie and Kelsie, and Karin and Brian’s children: Chelsie and William. Two great nephews also survive. He was predeceased by a nephew, Zachary.
Friends will be received Jan. 11, 2014 from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, with the memorial service to follow at 11 a.m. Private burial will be in Mt. Zion Cemetery in Pottstown at the convenience of the family.
Please consider making a donation in Peter’s memory to Hospice & Community Care, 685 Good Drive, Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125 or to the Jimmy Valvano Foundation (jimmyv.org) where all funds go toward cancer research.
To send an online condolence please visit snyderfuneralhome.com.
Rufus G. Martin, 92, of Ephrata, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2013, at his residence.
He was born in Ephrata to the late Solomon and Susanna (Groff) Martin and was the husband of Bertha M. (Rissler) Martin with whom he shared 71 years of marriage.
Rufus was a member of the Conestoga Mennonite Church, Groffdale Conference. During his working years, he was a farmer.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons: Ivan R., husband of Katie W. (Zimmerman) Martin of Ephrata, Rufus R. Jr., husband of Anna Mary (Brubacher) Martin of Ephrata; a daughter: Anna R., wife of David S. Weaver of New Holland; two daughters-in-law: Lena W. Martin of Ephrata, Mabel H. Martin of Ephrata; 25 grandchildren; 89 great-grandchildren; a brother: Elam, husband of Lillian (Redcay) Martin of Ephrata.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sons: John R. Martin, Aaron R. Martin; a daughter: Martha R. Martin; five brothers: Eli, Joe, Adam, Aaron and David Martin; three sisters: Anna Martin, Mary Martin and Emma Oberholtzer.
Services were held Dec. 16 at Conestoga Mennonite Church, Ephrata, with Bishop Ammon Weaver officiating. Interment took place in the adjoining church cemetery.
Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata. Online condolences can be given at stradlingfuneralhome.com.
Thomas H. Showalter, 62, of Carlisle, passed away Sunday, Dec. 15, 2013, at Hershey Medical Center.
He was born in Ephrata to the late Henry and Althea (Raihl) Showalter and was the husband of Sandra (Long) Showalter.
Thomas was a graduate of Mansfield University and did his graduate work at Millersville University. He retired from the Harrisburg Area School District as an art teacher. He enjoyed painting, sketching and woodworking.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Jason Showalter, at home.
Services will be private at the convenience of the family.
Memorial contributions in Thomas’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.
S. Jeanette “Nettie” Germer, 93, formerly of Mount Joy, passed away Dec. 11 at Masonic Village, Elizabethtown. She retired after 23 years of school nursing in 1982, serving at all the Donegal elementary schools. Nettie was one of the first nurses to help start the Mount Joy Ambulance Service. Her daughter, Rebecca Jo Ballenger, wife of Robert, lives in Ephrata.
Christian A. Graybill, 80, of Manheim, passed away Dec. 10 at the Hospice & Community Care, Mount Joy. A veteran, he served in the U.S. Army in the 7th Division Army Infantry during the Korean Conflict. He worked as an inspector with Alcoa for 32 years. His brother, Gerald Graybill, husband of Mary, is a resident of Ephrata.
E. Benuel King, 45, of Myerstown, died Dec. 9. Making picture frames was his hobby. He was a member of the Richland Mennonite Church. His brother, Samuel, and sister-in-law Dorothy, reside in Denver.
Robert L. Mann, 75, of Columbia, passed away Dec. 7. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and a member of Red Rose Memorial Post 2435. His daughter, Roberta, resides in Ephrata.
Margaret De Simone Morel, 98, born in Middletown, Conn. Aug. 16, 1915, passed away Thursday, Dec. 12, 2013 at Luther Acres, Lititz. Her daughter, Valerie Jones, lives in Stevens.
Kathryn P. Topper, 88, of Coatesville, passed away Friday, Dec. 13, 2013 at the Lancaster General Hospital. She was the widow of the late John J. Topper, who passed away in 1980. Local survivors include her granddaughter, Rachael Weidman, of Akron.
Roland E. Trout, 77, of Millersville, passed away peacefully Thursday, Dec. 12, 2013 surrounded by his loving family at Lancaster General Hospital. He was married to MaryAnn (Iskric) Trout for over 54 years. Local survivors include his son, Matthew Trout, husband of Angela, of Akron.
George Eugene “Gene” Way, 79, of Rheems, passed away on Monday, Dec. 9, 2013 at home. He was born in Manheim and he and his wife Nancy celebrated their 57th anniversary recently. His son Robert resides in Denver.
William “Bill” Bender Brosius
He was the son of the late William W. and Grace E. Brosius, and had resided in Lancaster since he was 6 years old.
He graduated from J.P. McCaskey High School in 1949, and Franklin & Marshall College in 1953. After graduation from college, he worked at the former Bank of Lancaster County until 1961. Bill then worked from 1961-1966 as assistant business manager for the School District of Lancaster, after which he was employed as an accountant for 20 years for the Redevelopment Authority of Lancaster County until 1987.
Following this, Bill worked for Tabor Community Services as a Consumer Credit Counselor for one year, and then went to the AAA of Lancaster County as an accountant until his retirement in 1998.
Bill bowled with the Lancaster Church Bowling League for 30 years and was the league’s treasurer for 25 years.
A member of Pearl Street United Methodist Church for 70 years, Bill sang in the church Chancel Choir for over 60 years and in a quartet for 30 years. He also sang duets with his wife. He served as a former Sunday school teacher, church treasurer, chairman of the finance committee, youth fellowship leader and on various other committees.
He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Lorraine F., of Lancaster; a son: Dr. Jeffrey W. Brosius, husband of Diane E., of Jessup, Md.; a daughter: Wendy L. Duncan, wife of Luther H., of Great Mills, Md.; five grandsons: Daniel Brosius, husband of Stephanie; Timothy Brosius; Jeremy Duncan, husband of Ashley; Matthew Duncan; Tyler Duncan, fiancé of Melanie Boekel and one great-granddaughter: Eliana Grace Brosius.
Relatives and friends attended Bill’s life celebration at the Funeral Home of Fred F. Groff, Inc., Lancaster, Dec. 19. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family.
If desired, memorial contributions may be sent in Bill’s name to Sudden Arrhythmic Death Syndromes (SADS) Foundation, 508 E. South Temple, Suite 202, Salt Lake City, UT 84102.
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Evelyn M. (Nolt) Horning
She graduated from Ephrata High School in 1957, was a member of Weaverland Mennonite Church and attended Lebanon Valley Bible Church. During her life, she co-owned many business ventures with her husband, beginning with hand decorating his homemade furniture. Later, she began baking and selling homemade bread to finance their biggest endeavor, the launching of the family business, Horning’s Furniture, in 1963, which she managed until early September of this year. She opened and managed a restaurant, Canterbury House, in Palmyra in 1978 and later opened Rock-A-Bye Baby furniture store, which continues in conjunction with Horning’s Furniture under the direction of her husband and children. Evie had a servant’s heart and labored tirelessly and selflessly in service to others. Her kindness touched the lives of many &tstr; her family, friends, acquaintances, and business associates.
She is survived by five children: Kathy L. King and husband David of Atglen, Suzanne M. Horning of Annville, Donald E. Horning and wife Wendy J. of Annville, Darlene F. Bosworth and husband David of Annville, Sally J. Moyer and husband Eric of Manheim; eleven grandchildren: Ashley King, Lindsay Putney, Katelyn King, Garrett Bosworth, Derek Bosworth, Hannah Moyer, Caden Horning, Kailey Horning, Connor Horning, Broden Moyer, Camden Moyer; seven sisters; five brothers and many nieces and nephews.
A funeral service was held Dec. 20 at Lebanon Valley Bible Church, Lebanon with Pastor Chandler Cutting officiating. Private burial followed in Weaverland Mennonite Cemetery, East Earl.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her honor to the Missions Fund at the Lebanon Valley Bible Church. Condolences and memories may be shared at rothermelfuneralhome.com.
Elaine M. Gates
Born in Terre Hill, she was a daughter of the late George W. and Mildred R. (Dubson) Gates. She was employed as an accountant in Florida retiring in 1998. Elaine loved her cats and reading, especially Stephen King. Surviving are cousins.
Private arrangements through Good Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, Reamstown. Contributions to Human League of Lancaster County, 2195 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA 17602. For online condolences, visit goodfuneral.com.
Douglas J. Beam
Doug was born in Ephrata and raised in Elverson. He was the son of Titus and Violet (Lauver) Beam of Elverson, and was married 30 years Aug. 6 to Bonnie (Naugle) Beam.
Doug graduated from Lancaster Mennonite High School in 1979, and he worked alongside his wife Bonnie for the past 30 years at Erb Transport in Elverson as terminal manager. He was a member of Conestoga Mennonite Church where he served previously as a trustee and youth leader. Doug enjoyed hunting, fishing, cooking, and riding his motorcycle.
Surviving in addition to his wife and parents are two daughters: Samantha, married to Scott McLelland of Belmont, Mass., and Cassandra Beam of Philadelphia and two brothers: William, married to Robin (Lusky) Beam of Elverson and Brian, married to Karlene (Weaver) Beam of Chicago, Ill.
Funeral services were held Dec. 21 at Conestoga Mennonite Church, Morgantown, with the Reverend Robert Petersheim officiating. Interment was in the adjoining cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, 1311 Mamaroneck Ave., Suite 310, White Plains, NY 10605-9923 or to Bone Marrow Transplant Research at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, 125 S. 9th Street, Suite 700, Philadelphia, PA 19107.
Online condolences may be posted at groffeckenroth.com.
Evelyn M. Hagy
She was born in Wakefield, R.I., to Barbara (Edwards) Jordan of West Kingston, R.I., and the late Roland Jordan. She was the wife of Andy Hagy, with whom she shared 12 years of marriage.
Evelyn was a member of the Community Fellowship Church, Lancaster. She played keyboards for worship services at the Water Street Mission chapel services. She had a great love for Jesus and shared her faith through music, at VBS ministries and with a young adult Sunday school class. Evelyn was most recently employed by the Mennonite Central Committee in Akron. She enjoyed traveling, camping and scrapbooking, loved people, always enjoyed a good joke and was a great storyteller. She wrote a book of bad poetry.
In addition to her husband and mother, she is survived by two stepdaughters: Lee Anne, wife of Ray Crooks of Denver; Jenna Hagy of Harrisburg; two step grandsons: Max and Charley Crooks; a brother: Roland Jordan of West Kingston, R.I.; two sisters: Bonnie, wife of Jim Waters of Center Conway, N.H. and Joanne Jordan, companion of John Yates of Charleston, R.I.
A memorial service was held Dec. 22 at the Stradling Funeral Home, Ephrata, with Pastors Bobby Parschauer and Rick Hill officiating. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Evelyn’s memory may be made to the Mennonite Central Committee, P. O. Box 500, Akron, PA 17501
Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata. Online condolences can be given at stradlingfuneralhome.com.
Catherine Killinger Conley, 98, of York Haven, passed away Sunday, Dec. 15, 2013 at her residence. Local survivors include her son: James E. Conley, and his wife Judy, of Ephrata; three grandchildren: Jane Wolf of Carlisle, Joy Conley of Akron and James E. Conley, Jr., and his wife Tracy, of East Earl; three great grandchildren: Bethany Conley of Denver, James E. Conley III of Ephrata and Jennie Conley of Akron; and one great-great-grandson: Bentley Goshert.
Benjamin K. Kauffman, 88, formerly of Cochranville, passed away at Garden Spot Village Sunday, Dec. 15, 2013. He was the husband of Erma Ranck Kauffman for 62 years. His sister, Martha K. Weaver, lives in Ephrata.
Michael William Watts, 59, of Lancaster, died suddenly Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2013 in his residence. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of Betty J. (Eshleman) Watts of Lancaster and the late William H. Watts. His sister, Deborah A. Lefley, lives in Ephrata.
Allan R. Ziegler, 59, of Lancaster, passed away unexpectedly Monday, Dec. 16, 2013 at LGH. Born in Rochester, NY he is the son of Edward Ziegler and the late Geraldine (Himes) Ziegler. He was married to Nadinne (Eby) Ziegler with whom he shared 10 years of marriage. Locals survivors include his stepdaughter, Tania Alissa, of Ephrata.
Pamela J. Smith, 52, of Akron, died unexpectedly at her home Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2013 of natural causes.
Born Dec. 31, 1960 in Lancaster, she was the daughter of Esther L. (Dick) Markley and the late Donald I. Markley. She was married to Paul R. Smith, Jr. Paul died in 1994.
Pam enjoyed sewing and making quilts for her family. She also enjoyed cats and spending time with her family.
She will be lovingly missed by a daughter: Kristine L., wife of Mark Pugh, of Akron; her mother: Esther, of Lancaster; two grandchildren: Lucas and Nathan; a sister: Robin, wife of Jeffrey Neely, of Lancaster and three brothers: Donald Markley, husband of Carolyn, of San Diego, Calif.; Brian Markley, of Lancaster and Brent Markley, husband of Kathleen, of Willow Street.
A celebration of Pam’s life was held at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Lancaster, Dec. 28. Private Interment will be at the convenience of the family.
To submit an online condolence, visit scheidfuneralhome.com.
Maryanne Usner, 81, of Lancaster, passed away Monday, Dec. 23, 2013.
Born Sept. 1, 1932 in Akron, she was the daughter of the late Jacob and Kathryn Ulrich Rottman and wife of the late F. Ray Usner.
Maryanne was a member of Reamstown Evangelical & Reformed Church who was an avid reader, Atlanta Braves fan, and enjoyed watching John Wayne movies.
She is survived by son: Jeffrey (Sara) Usner; daughter: Kim (Bob) Adams and granddaughters: Lois (Kyle) Lantzy and Haley Adams.
A memorial service was held Dec. 27 at Reamstown Evangelical & Reformed Church, 12 E. Church St., Reamstown, PA 17567.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice and Community Care, 685 Good Drive, Lancaster, PA 17604.
Dennis D. Boyer Jr.
He was born in Lancaster, son of Cynthia Sweigart Maczko and the late Dennis D. Boyer.
Denny worked as a mechanic on automobiles and motorcycles and especially enjoyed riding his motorcycle.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by a son: Dennis D. Boyer III of Stevens; stepfather: John Maczko of Stevens and maternal grandparents: Samuel Jr. and Barbara (Reider) Sweigart of Stevens.
A visitation was held Dec. 28 from at the Roseboro Stradling Funeral Home, Denver.
If desired, contributions may be made to the Roseboro Stradling Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc., to assist the family with funeral expenses.
Arrangements by Roseboro Stradling Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc., Denver. Online condolences can be given at roseborostradling.com.
Suzanne H. Cassel
She was the daughter of Lois Fern Haldeman Heisey of Lititz, and the late John Stanley Heisey. Suzanne was the loving wife of Dale E. Cassel, and they observed their 41st wedding anniversary in May of this year. She and her husband worked together for many years owning and operating Cassel Signs, Manheim. Previously, she was employed by the former Farmers First Bank. Suzanne was actively involved with LCBC Church. She enjoyed traveling and riding motorcycles with her husband. Suzanne had a servant’s heart and a generous spirit; she would quietly help strangers and friends throughout her daily life. Her life-long passion was her family, and she treasured every moment she could spend with her husband, children, grandchildren and extended family.
Surviving in addition to her husband, and mother, is a daughter: Megan L. wife of Gary L. Nolt of Lititz; a son: Ian J. husband of Amanda Suzanne Cassel of Ephrata; three grandchildren: Adrianne, Jaimie and Brooklyn Nolt; two sisters: Teresa H., wife of Edward L. Albright of Manheim and Deborah H., wife of Herbert C. Werner Jr. of Lititz. Preceding her in death is a granddaughter, Emily Renae Nolt.
Relatives and friends attended her funeral service at LCBC-Ephrata Campus, Ephrata, Dec. 28. Interment was in Middle Creek Church of the Brethren Cemetery, Ephrata Township.
Those desiring may send contributions in Suzanne’s memory to: Bridge of Hope, 616 N. Lime St. Lancaster, PA 17602.
To send the family online condolences, please visit buchfuneral.com.
Keith A. Swavely
He was born in Reading, son of Patricia (Daniels), wife of Richard Dionysius of Ephrata, and the late Donald Swavely.
Keith worked as an electrician for Arc Electric and most recently worked as a maintenance worker at the F&M Hat Co. He loved his children very much and enjoyed football, the Atlanta Falcons, NASCAR, the Detroit Red Wings, and watching Duck Dynasty.
He is survived by his wife Kimberly (Clark) Swavely, whom he shared 27 years of marriage with; two daughters: Kristina Swavely and boyfriend Steven Irvin of Ephrata; Karley Swavely and fiancé Steven “Bubba” Kolocin of Denver; two grandchildren: Haley Paige Swavely Rollman and James Anthony Swavely Himelright; five brothers and sisters: Donnie Swavely, companion of Claire of Sinking Spring; Lisa, wife of the late Bob Dulabohn of Robesonia; Todd Swavely of Reinholds; Sean Swavely of Galen Hall and Kathy, wife of Michael Giannotti of Leesport and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his father, Keith was preceded in death by a sister, Wanda, and her husband Bill Grant.
Funeral services were held Dec. 23 at Roseboro Stradling Funeral Home, Denver, with Chaplain Glenn Beard officiating. Interment took place in the Fairview Cemetery, Annex.
Memorial contributions in Keith’s memory may be made to the American Cancer Society-Lancaster Co. Unit, 314 Good Drive, Lancaster, PA 17603.
Arrangements by Roseboro Stradling Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc., Denver. Online condolences can be given at roseborostradling.com.
Helen M. ‘Lenie’ Foley
Born in Wilkes Barre, she was the daughter of the late John T. and Helen O’Donnell McGavin. Her beloved husband Bob passed away in February of 1998 after a seven-year illness, during which she cared for him at home.
Lenie was an active member of Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Ephrata for over 60 years. She attended mass daily. Lenie was very active in the Ephrata community and her children’s schools as she and her husband raised their family.
Later in life she was active in the Ephrata Golden Years Club, the Yearlings group at her church and was an active supporter of the Ephrata Performing Arts Center.
She enjoyed spending time with her family, traveling and socializing with her many dear friends.
She is survived by her sister: Mrs. Betty McDonald and her husband Gene of Toms River, N.J.; a daughter: Nellie Jane of Philadelphia and Marianne, wife of Michael McGuire of Conshohocken and a son: Robert Michael Jr. of Buford Ga. She is also survived by her beloved grandchildren: Michael T. Foley, Grace E. McGuire and Robert M. McGuire as well as numerous nieces, nephews and godchildren.
In addition to her husband and parents, Lenie was preceded in death by her four older brothers John, Thomas, William and Paul and an older sister Mary.
A mass of Christian burial was celebrated Dec. 27 at Our Mother of Perpetual Help Church, Ephrata, with final commendation and farewell at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Wilkes Barre, PA.
In lieu of flowers, Lenie requested that donations be made to The Franciscan Missionary Union, Franciscan Monastery, 135 W. 31st St., New York, N.Y. 10117-0710.
Services are under the care of Paul L. Gravenor Home For Funerals, Ephrata.
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Guy B. Zell
Born in Akron, he was the son of the late Melvin and Angela Zell.
He loved his town and served as mayor for 24 years.
Guy loved the Lord Jesus and was involved in the early years of the Lititz and Ephrata Grace Brethren Churches. His last words before his death were “Heaven is coming. Happy happy happy.”
He is survived by his daughter: Kathy Rutt, married to Wayne; his granddaughter: Amy Buckman, married to Bryan; his granddaughter: Rebecca Rutt-Lund, married to Jens; his five great grandchildren: Bella, Grady, Lilly, Ines and Alba; two sisters: Martha Zimmerman and Helen Keith and brother, Kenneth. He was preceded in death by his loving wife: June, in 1993; his brother: Newton and sisters: Mary and June.
A celebration of his life will be held at the Lititz Grace Church, 501 W. Lincoln Avenue, Lititz, 17543 on Dec. 30 at 7 p.m. with visiting hours starting at 6 p.m. There will be a time of sharing stories and thoughts on the life of Guy.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial contribution in Guy’s honor would be appreciated to Samaritan’s Purse at samaritanspurse.org/donate.
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Ronald “Benny” Benedict, Jr., 52, of Brownstown, passed away peacefully at his home after a tough decade-long battle with colon cancer Sunday, Dec. 22, 2013. Local survivors include two brothers: Don Benedict of Ephrata and John, husband of Doris Benedict of Brownstown.
Charles Leonard “Bunny” Gantz, Sr., 81, of Lancaster, passed away Monday, Dec. 23, 2013, at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late William and Helen Mae Cooper Gantz and the husband of the late Janet Marie Boyce Gantz, who passed away on Aug. 29, 2006. Local survivors include his daughter, Carol G. Coward, companion of Sam W. Brown, Jr. of Denver.
Barbara A. Greenawalt, 78, of Lancaster, passed away Friday, Dec. 20, 2013 at The Mennonite Home. She was born in Manheim to Martha D. and Henry M. Greenawalt. Her sister, Beverly Spese, lives in Denver.
Emma S. King, 86, of Gordonville, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2013 in Kinzers at the home of Gideon and Susie King. She was the wife of the late Eli Z. King who passed away on Oct. 20, 2011. She was born in Gap, daughter of the late David S. & Katie Glick Esh. She was a member of the Old Order Amish Church. Her daughter, Priscilla E., wife of Samuel Fisher lives in Denver.
Verna M. Landis, 88, of Tel Hai, Honey Brook, formerly of Coatesville, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 25, 2013 at Brandywine Hospital. She was the wife of Elvin B. Landis with whom she celebrated 68 years of marriage on Dec. 15. Her son, Kenneth H. Landis, lives in Ephrata.
Donna L. Orr, 64, of New Providence, passed away Sunday, Dec. 22 at the Lancaster General Hospital following an unexpected illness. Local survivors include her aunts: Arlene Landau of Ephrata, Carolyn Stick of East Earl, Loretta Reed of Reinholds and Charlotte Brown of Denver and her uncles: William and Richard Hoshour, both of Denver and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.
