Forrest W. Russell

He was born in Union, S.C. to the late Jake and Mattie (Goodenough) Russell.

Forrest served his country in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He was a tobacco salesman for Swisher International, before his retirement in June 1994. Forrest enjoyed fishing and playing billiards in his early years.

Forrest is survived by a son: Forrest W. Russell Jr. of Manheim; two daughters: Cathy L., wife of Robert Jones of Columbia; Patti J., wife of Thomas Brubaker of Manheim; seven grandchildren and two great-grandsons; a brother: Jake Russell of Callao, Va. and two sisters: Tersie Wright of Manassas, Va. and Virginia Moore of Manheim.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family.

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

Ralph Wingenroth

He was born in West Cocalico Township, son of the late Ervin and Ada (Houck) Landis Wingenroth and was the husband of the late Lillie R. (Ross) Wingenroth.

He enjoyed horseback riding and was an active member of the Friendly Horseman’s Club in Denver. He was also very active in his community of Millstone Manor.

Ralph worked as a supervisor for Kalas Manufacturing in Denver for 34 years prior to his retirement.

Ralph is survived by a son: Alex R., husband of Marian (McGallicher) Wingenroth of Denver; a daughter: Brenda A., wife of Allen Jackson of Temple; three grandchildren: Bruce, husband of Amy Wingenroth of Lititz; Samantha Schur of Denver and Christie Stauffer, also of Denver; three great-grandchildren: Samantha and Cody Wingenroth of Lititz and Britt Osborne of Denver; and a sister: Pauline Fisher of Lancaster.

In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by two brothers: Leon and Clyde Wingenroth.

A viewing will be held Jan. 9 from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Roseboro Stradling Funeral Home, 533 Walnut St., Denver. Funeral services will follow at 11 a.m. with Roland Anderson II officiating. Private interment will take place in Mellingers Union Cemetery.

If desired memorial contributions in Ralph’s memory may be made to the Parkinson’s Disease Foundation, 1359 Broadway, Suite 1509, New York, NY 10018 or to Hospice & Community Care, P. O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604.

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

Ivan R. Good

He and his wife, Dottie, moved to a cottage with a beautiful view of Ivan’s beloved farm country at Fairmount Homes in 1998.

Ivan was born in Brecknock Township on Sept. 26, 1926 to Solomon & Mary Good. He grew up on a dairy farm. He began his career as a foundry pattern maker as an apprentice to Henry Gehman in Terre Hill. He was then employed at Sperry New Holland until his retirement in 1984. In 1974, he and his wife moved to Belleville, where he was in charge of developing a new pattern shop for Sperry New Holland, and where he was the foreman until his retirement.

Outside his work, Ivan was a skilled craftsman and woodworker. He transformed the home in New Holland where he raised his family, and throughout his life created many beautiful gifts that his family continues to treasure today.

He also received a Red Rose Award for his donation to Global Aid Network (GAiN) of a beautiful cherry jewelry box that he made. (GAiN is the relief and development arm of Campus Crusade for Christ for which he and his wife volunteered for many years.)

Ivan made many heart-shaped boxes which he gave to family and friends and was particularly proud of the fact that the boxes found their way to 16 different countries.

He was also proud of his work as an assistant Scout Master of Troop 137 in New Holland, where he headed up the construction of canoes and totem poles in his basement and back yard.

Ivan was very curious by nature, and enjoyed learning facts and statistics about every place he visited. He enjoyed meeting people, and one of his first questions was always, “Where are you a native of?” Not only did he enjoy learning all this information, but he remembered it, too.

He is preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, a brother, and his wife, Dorothy M. (Martin) Good, with whom he shared nearly 62 years of marriage. He is also preceded in death by his eldest son and daughter-in-law, Jay R. and Jean Good.

He is survived by four children: Ellen Good of Kennett Square, married to David Leonard; Dean Good of Akron, married to Rebecca (Hess); Vaughn Good of Bird-in-Hand, married to Joyce (Miller) and Glenn Good of Chicago, Ill., married to Xiling Liu; seven grandchildren: Jared, Jacy, Martha, Mary, Rachel, David and Vivien Good; two step-grandchildren: Jessica Corrigan of Phoenixville and Christine Leonard of Washington, D.C. and six step-great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at Ephrata Church of the Nazarene, 110 Durlach Road, Ephrata, Jan. 12. Visitation with the family will be at 3 p.m., followed by the service at 4 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made in his name to Global Aid Network (GAiN), 1506 Quarry Road, Mount Joy, PA 17552.

To offer your condolences, visit gravenorhomeforfunerals.com.

Miriam J. Burkholder

She was born in Rothsville to the late Elmer and Grace (Wechter) Shreiner and was the wife of the late Henry B. Burkholder who passed away in 1989.

Miriam was a member of the Ephrata Church of the Brethren. She was a graduate of the Rothsville High School, and the only female in the graduating class. Miriam was a member of the I.L.G.W.U., a former member of the Akron Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary.

During her working years, she worked for the Andes Green House, Akron, and later was an inspector for the Shorenson Sewing Factory, Brownstown. Her hobbies included flower gardening, going to the mountains and she especially enjoyed spending time with her family.

Miriam is survived by three sons: Nelson N., husband of Erma (Steffy) Mohler of New Holland; Robert E., husband of Cindy (Fisher) Mohler of New Providence; Barry L., husband of Therese (Mylarksi) Mohler of Ephrata; three daughters: Mary Ann, wife of the late Richard Bender of Lancaster; Brenda J. Eberly of New Holland; Cindy A., wife of Earl Gerhart of Ephrata; two stepsons: Gregory A., husband of Judy Burkholder of Manheim; Michael L., husband of Susan Burkholder of Stevens; a stepdaughter: Sandra J., wife of James G. Witmyer of Lititz; 20 grandchildren; nine step-grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; 16 step great-grandchildren; seven great-great grandchildren; three step great-great grandchildren; three brothers: Elmer Jr., husband of Vera Shreiner of Akron; Charles, husband of Jean Shreiner of Shiresmantown; Richard “Dick” Shreiner of Mt. Joy; five sisters: Evelyn, wife of Lester Cammauf of Akron; Lillian Gochenauer of Lititz; Gloria Wolf of Poplar Grove; Jane, wife of Richard Houser of Akron and Nancy, wife of Ken Fern, of Manheim.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family.

Miriam will be deeply missed by her family and we will cherish the memories we have of her always. The family would like to express their deepest thanks to the wonderful nurses from Hospice and Community Care of Lancaster. They would also like to give their deepest thanks for the excellent and compassionate care Miriam received from the EMTs (Ephrata Community Ambulance Assoc.), the paramedics, emergency room staff and medical staff at the Ephrata Community Hospital.

If desired, memorial contributions in Miriam’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.

James H. Neischwender, 64, of Denver, passed away Friday, Jan. 3, 2014 of natural causes at his residence.

He is the husband of Joyce A. (Texter) Neischwender.

Born in Wernersville on March 20, 1949, he was the son of the late Norman and Elsie (Fehr) Neischwender.

Jim was a heavy equipment operator for two different quarries for 30 years.

He had a passion for antique cars.

In addition to his wife he is survived by a daughter: Vicky L., wife of Ben Gehman, Denver; a brother: William Neischwender, Wernersville and a sister, Lucille Lash, Rehrersburg.

Services were held Jan. 7 at Lamm & Witman Funeral Home, Inc., Wernersville, with Rev. Arthur T. Karick officiating.

Interment was at Swamp Cemetery, W. Cocalico Township.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made payable to Lamm & Witman Funeral Home, Inc., c/o Joyce A. Neischwender, 47 Ray Dr., Denver, PA 17517, to help defray funeral expenses.

Online condolences may be made at lammandwitman.com.

Richard P. Hines Sr.

He was born in Ridley Park to the late Walter T. and Violet M. (Sporel) Hines and was the husband of Mary Jane (Reigle) Hines.

During his working years, Richard was an automobile mechanic. He enjoyed square and round dancing and was a square dance caller for special events. He was a member of the Swing Thru Square Dance Club, member of several Caller Associations and was the lead guitar player for the group “Varieties” with his brothers, John Sr., John Jr., Alex and Hank in Delaware County.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter: Sharon Sue, wife of Thomas R. Weitzel; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; a daughter-in-law: Helen Hines; a brother: Harry Hines; a sister: Adda Gontarz; a sister-in-law: Leona Foresman and many nieces and nephews. Richard was one of nine children.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Richard P. Hines Jr.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family.

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

Carol Elaine Freeman, 73, of Denver, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2013, at her residence.

She was born in West Reading to the late Floyd and Helen (Focht) Weitzel and was the wife of Nelson P. Freeman.

Carol was a member of the St. Paul’s UCC Church, Bowmansville. She retired from the Elanco School District, where she worked for many years in the cafeteria. Carol enjoyed playing cards and games with friends.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son: Dale, husband of Cheri (Good) Freeman of Akron; a daughter: Marcy Witman of Denver; three grandchildren: Zachary Witman, Kaile and Cole Freeman; a great-grandson: Blake Witman and a brother: Ronald Weitzel of Muhlenberg Township.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family.

Memorial contributions in Carol’s memory may be made to St. Paul’s UCC Church, 133 Church Street, Bowmansville, PA 17507.

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

Marilyn Loretta Burkholder, 83, of Myrtle Beach, S.C., went home to be with the Lord Sunday, Dec. 22, 2013 at Conway Manor, Conway, S.C. Her sister, Bette Buch, lives in Ephrata.

Charles F. McCarthy, Jr., known to his friends and family as Chip or Charlie, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2013 at the Abington Hospice Care in Warminster after a lengthy battle with cancer. His daughter, Cara McCarthy, lives in Ephrata.

Elizabeth T. “Betty” Morris, 81, of Narvon, formerly of Elverson, passed away Friday, Jan. 3, 2014 at the Zerbe Sisters Nursing Home, following an illness. Her sister, Mildred “Millie” Mattson lives in Denver.

John J. Poehner, 50, of West Earl Township, passed away Monday, Dec. 30, 2013, at Lancaster General Hospital. John was a member of Lititz United Methodist Church. His sister-in-law: Heather Harrison, wife of Joel, lives in Ephrata.

Eric S. West, 31, of West Reading, died Monday, Dec. 30, 2013 at his place of employment. His brother, Tim West, lives in Stevens.

Harry K Wilson, 87, of Lancaster, passed away at his home Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2014 while under the care of Hospice of Lancaster County and Elder Care. His sister, Ethel Rea, lives in Ephrata.

David M. Hess, 95, formerly of Akron, went to be with Jesus Friday, Dec. 27, 2013 at Landis Homes.

He was married 68 years to the late Ruth B. Hess who passed away in August of 2013. He was the oldest living member of Akron Mennonite Church. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of David and Lydia (Buckwalter) Hess. He was a hosiery knitter and then was employed at Victor Weaver as a supervisor in the cut-up department. David repaired and refinished furniture and was well known for his excellent work. He enjoyed music, singing and playing the harmonica, most of all he loved his family and was always available to help them in time of need.

David was preceded in death by his brother: John and sister: Ruth Shank and daughter: Phyllis Gorno. He is survived by a sister: Rhoda Lind and five children: David of Gravenhurst, Ontario, Canada; James, husband of Diana of Ephrata; Daniel of Reading; Cheryl, wife of Clyde Erb of Millersville and John, husband of Sharon of Manheim. He has 14 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

A memorial service was held at the Akron Mennonite Church, Akron, Jan. 2 with Pastor Jim S. Amstutz and Pastor Michelle Dula officiating. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in David’s memory to Landis Homes Caring Fund, 1001 E. Oregon Road, Lititz, PA 17543. Arrangements by Stradling Funeral Homes, Inc., Akron/Ephrata. Online condolences can be given at stradlingfuneralhome.com.

William Alfred Withers, 89, of Denver, passed away Monday, Dec. 23, 2013, at the Ephrata Community Hospital.

He was born in York to the late Walter R. and Jean S. (Hoffman) Withers and was the husband of the late Charlotte (Kreider) Withers.

Alfred was a member of the Donegal Presbyterian Church, Mt. Joy. He retired from Miller Hess Shoe Co., as a buyer, and most recently had been an antique and collectible dealer. Alfred was a graduate of the Merchant Marine Academy and Ursinus College. He served his country in the U.S. Navy during WWII and the Korean War. He was a member of the Christian Motorcyclists Association, enjoyed antiques, collectibles and motorcycling.

Alfred is survived by his companion: Shirley Boan of Denver; six children: Andrea Wildman of South Mountain; Douglas, husband of Ina Withers of Ephrata; Lawrence, husband of Jenny Withers of Jacksonville, Fla.; Patricia, wife of John Kananen of Tamarac Fla.; Bill Withers, husband of Susan Firestone of Decatur, Ga.; Pamela Withers of Wrightsville; 13 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren and a brother: Gerald, husband of Sara Withers of Mt. Gretna.

Memorial services for William Alfred Withers will be held Jan. 25 at 11 a.m. at the Donegal Presbyterian Church, 1891 Donegal Springs Rd., Mt. Joy, with Rev. Tom McKinnon officiating. Interment will be held in the adjoining church cemetery with a reception following at the church.

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

Mary Alice Martin

Born in Curwensville, Clearfield County, she was a daughter of the late Joseph C. and Dollie A. (Daub) Lippart, Jr. Mary worked for Dutchmaid Motel, Ephrata, where she was known for bread buttering; and Mohnton Knitmill, Inc. She cherished her grandchildren, loved bingo and shopping and traveling with her daughter-in-law, Dianne. Surviving are daughters: Melody (Barry) Wanger, Denver; Brenda (Robert) Zimmerman, Ephrata; Lynda Martin, Reading and Pamela Renz, and her significant other, Steve Martzall, Denver; sons: Glenn “Roadkill” (Dianne Buchter) Martin, Sinking Spring and James Martin, Ohio; 18 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; sister: Mona Yellets, Leola; brother: Glenn (Martha Weaver) Lippart, Lititz and former husband: Clarence Martin, Reamstown. Siblings Loretta Eshleman and Marlin “Whitey” Lippart predeceased her.

A celebration of life will be held Jan. 19 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Reamstown Community Center, 23 E. Church St., Reamstown. Rather than flowers, contributions can be made to Hospice & Community Care-IPU Kitchen Fund, Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604.

Good Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, Reamstown, is honored to be serving Mary Alice’s family. Visit goodfuneral.com for online condolences.

Louise DeMatteo

She was married for 35 years to the late Paul P. DiMatteo who passed away in 1988. She was born in New York City, daughter of the late Carmelo and Maria DiFranco (Amatucci). Louise retired as a nurse’s assistant from the Cocalico School District in 1998 where she served for a total of 22 years. Louise enjoyed traveling, cooking, helping others, and spending time with her family and friends.

She is survived by her companion: William Navarra; three sons: Philip DiMatteo, Victor DiMatteo and Anthony, married to Colleen (Hursh) DiMatteo; five grandchildren: Kayla, Tiffany, Christian, Tyler and Nina DiMatteo and one brother: Victor DiFranco. She was preceded in death by three brothers: Philip, Frank and Anthony DiFranco and three sisters: Frances, Margaret and Nancy.

Our family expresses sincere thanks to the staffs of the Florida Cancer Specialists, St. Joseph’s Hospital and Melech Hospice House for the loving care that they gave our mother.

A memorial service will be planned in the Pennsylvania area in the near future.

Teresa E. Kelly

She was married 52 years to the late Thomas J. Kelly, who passed away in 1998.

Born in Philadelphia, Teresa was a daughter of the late Julius A. and Mary (Kelly) Renner.

She worked as a cashier at Acme Markets in Philadelphia before retiring and moving to Denver.

Teresa was a member of Our Mother of Perpetual Help in Ephrata.

She is survived by her children: Carolyn Michniewicz (David) of Denver, Thomas J. Kelly (Kelly Anne) of West Chester, Michael P. Kelly (Anita) of Denver and Maureen Rogers (Jeffrey) of Pottstown; nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

She is also survived by a sister: Grace Opiela and a sister-in-law: Pearl Perri.

In addition to her husband and parents, Teresa was preceded in death by one grandson: John; two brothers: Thomas and James Renner and a sister: Mary (Renner) Ebersole.

Friends will be received at Paul L. Gravenor Home for Funerals, 100 West Main St. at Church St., Ephrata, on Jan. 15 from 7 from 9 p.m. (Christian Prayer Service at 8 p.m.) and Jan. 16 from 10 to 10:45 a.m.

Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at Our Mother of Perpetual Help Church, 320 Church Ave. Ephrata, Jan. 16 at 11 a.m. followed by final commendation and farewell at Cedar Hill Cemetery, Ephrata.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.

To offer your condolences, visit gravenorhomeforfunerals.com

Ellanora D. Bartley

She was a loving wife and the world’s greatest mother. We will miss you, mom.

She was the wife of Robert C. Bartley. They were married 59 years last May 22. She was the daughter of Stanley Clarr and Laura Harker. She was preceded in death by her husband and two daughters: Robin and Cindy and her brother: Orrie W. Clarr. She is survived by six children: Mauricetta, wife of Roy Long, Bainbridge; Roberta, wife of Paul Weibley Jr.; Robert C. Bartley Jr., husband of Lori of Columbia; Boyd A. Bartley of Ephrata; James D. Bartley; Lora Rink, wife of Roy, Leesburg, Fla.; eight grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

Sandra A. Redcay

She was the wife of Harold W. Redcay, Jr. and daughter of the late Melvin E. and Miriam (Fortna) Brubaker.

Sandra was born in Ephrata and worked for various factories in the Ephrata area as a supervisor before moving to Arizona in 2009.

She was a friendly, fun-loving person who will be missed by her family and many friends.

In addition to her husband, Harold, she is survived by a daughter: Annette, wife of Darryl Oberly of Denver; three half-sisters and two half-brothers.

Friends will be received at Paul L. Gravenor Home For Funerals, 100 W. Main St., Ephrata, from 1 to 2 p.m. Jan. 17. Funeral services will follow at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Roger Hornberger officiating. Place of interment will be Cedar Hill Cemetery, Ephrata.

Donations in Sandra’s memory may be made to the American Cancer Society at cancer.org.

To offer your condolences, visit gravenorhomeforfunerals.com.

Donald R. Sweitzer

He was born in Manchester to the late William and Clara D. (Simpson) Sweitzer and was the husband of Rose Mary (Cassell) Sweitzer with whom he shared 54 years of marriage.

Donald was a member of the Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Denver. He served his country in the U.S. Army, Signal Corp. During his working years, he worked as a maintenance mechanic for Gichner Shelter Systems and Tate Industries. He enjoyed walking and spending time with his family.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons: Garland, husband of Grace Sweitzer; Pastor Keith, husband of Karen Sweitzer; eight grandchildren: Hannah; Paul; Esther; Lydia; Joel; Bryan, husband of Lynn; Kristi and Caleb.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother: John Sweitzer and a sister: Margaret Sweitzer.

A private graveside service will be held at the Indiantown Gap National Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

Memorial contributions in Donald’s memory may be made to Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 3 Denver Rd., Denver, PA 17517.

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

Dora D. (Kunkle) Stephens

She was born in Allentown and was the wife of the late Richard W. Stephens Sr. who passed away in 2001.

Dora was a faithful member of the Pine Grove Church in Bowmansville, where she was a Sunday school teacher and a choir member. She enjoyed visiting her cabin in the mountains and loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

She is survived by a son: Barry Stephens, with whom she resided; three grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

In addition to her husband she was preceded in death by a son, Richard “Butch” W. Stephens, Jr. in 2008.

Funeral services were held Jan. 11 at Pine Grove Mennonite Church, Bowmansville, with Pastor Jonathan E. Yoder officiating. Interment will take place in the adjoining church cemetery.

Memorial contributions in Dora’s memory may be made to the Pine Grove Mennonite Church,1194 Reading Road, P. O. Box 573, Bowmansville, PA 17507.

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

David G. Weaver, 91, of Ephrata, passed away Sunday, Jan. 12, 2014, at his residence.

He was born in Caernarvon Township to the late David and Ellen (Garman) Weaver and was the husband of Elsie B. (Martin) Weaver.

David was a member of Stauffer Mennonite Church.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children: Marvin, husband of Stella (Gehman) Weaver of Ephrata; Norma, wife of Allen Brubacher of Leonardtown, Md.; Miriam, wife of Edwin Martin of Port Trevorton; John David, husband of Janice (Stauffer) Weaver of East Earl; Floyd, husband of Joyce (Sensenig) Weaver of Peebles, Ohio; Elmer, husband of Sandra (Stauffer) Weaver of Leola; Elvin, husband of Elva (Brubacher) Weaver of Mechanicsville, Md.; Wilmer, husband of Debra (Stauffer) Weaver of Ephrata; Abel, husband of Mabel (Auker) Weaver of Mt. Pleasant Mills; Leroy, husband of Brenda (Sensenig) Weaver of Hillsboro, Ohio; Warren, husband of Wanda (Stauffer) Weaver of Bainbridge, Ohio; Nathan, husband of Nancy (Sensenig) Weaver of Bainbridge, Ohio; Elaine, wife of Alvin Martin of Ephrata; Timothy, husband of Louise (Wenger) Weaver of Ephrata; Timothy, husband of Louise (Wenger) Weaver of Bainbridge, Ohio; 98 grandchildren; 148 great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.

A viewing will be held Jan. 15 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., at the residence of Alvin Martin, 17 Woodcrest Dr., Ephrata. Funeral services will be held Jan. 16 at 8:30 a.m., at the Alvin Martin residence, with further services at 9:30 a.m. from the Stauffer Mennonite Church, Earl Township. Interment will take place in the adjoining church cemetery.

Kindly omit flowers.

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

Robert H. Bailey, Jr., 54 of Denver, died Jan. 6 in Ephrata Community Hospital.

Born in Reading, he was the son of the late Robert H. Bailey and Fern (Parson) Bailey. He was employed by Wal-Mart in the Maintenance Dept. Robert is survived by one son: Robert H. Bailey, III, Lebanon and one sister: Robin L. Hornberger, Denver.

Funeral Services and Interment will be private. Mark J. Hummel Funeral Home, Lower Alsace Twp., Reading has charge of arrangements.

James R. Herr, Sr., 94, of Elizabethtown, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2014 at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Elizabethtown, he was the son of the late Saylor S. and Cora W. (Stroh) Herr. He was the husband of Carolyn K. (Kendig) Herr. His son, David J. Herr, lives in Ephrata.

Marvin W. Horning, 74, of East Earl, died peacefully Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2014 after a brief illness at Hospice & Community Care in Mount Joy. Local survivors include his son: Steve, married to Cheryl (Martin) Horning of Ephrata and daughter: Lisa, married to Jason Heft of Denver.

Hilda R. Knox, 75, of New Holland, went home with the Lord Monday, Jan. 6, 2014, at Hospice & Community Care following a lengthy illness. She is survived by her husband, Joseph C. Knox, Jr., with whom she shared 52 years of marriage. Her son, Corey A. Knox, lives in Ephrata.