Pauline I. Wolfe, 96, of Ephrata, passed away Friday, July 25, 2014, at Ephrata Manor.

She was born in Warwick Township to the late Penrose and Mabelle (Imhoff) Granger and was the wife of the late Norman E. Wolfe who passed away in 2009.

Pauline was a member of the Salem United Methodist Church, Rothsville. During her working years she was a hairdresser at the General Sutter Inn, a waitress at the Foodergong and she was last employed as a secretary at RCA. She was a member of the Golden Years Club, Rabbit Hillers and was an avid bowler for 60 years. She was a member of the WIBC (Women’s International Bowling Congress.)

She is survived by a daughter: Linda Hershey of Denver; a daughter-in-law: Dawn (Smith) Wolfe of Ephrata; four grandchildren: Tami Rogers, Scott Rogers, Wendi S. Miller and Kelly A. Mirack; and 11 great-grandchildren.

In addition to her husband and parents; she was preceded in death by a son: Michael Wolfe.

A viewing will be held on Thursday, July 31, from 9 to 10 a.m., at the Donecker Chapel at Ephrata Manor, 99 Bethany Road, Ephrata, followed by her funeral service at 10 a.m., with Rev. Ed Dickel officiating. Interment will take place in Memory Gardens.

Memorial contributions in Pauline’s memory may be made to the Ephrata Manor Caring Fund, 99 Bethany Rd., Ephrata, PA 17522.

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

James S. Van Buskirk, 81, of Stevens, entered into eternal rest Sunday, July 27, 2014.

Born April 30, 1933 in Selinsgrove, he was the son of the last William and Mable (McCarty) Van Buskirk. He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret (Gruber) Van Buskirk from Elkhart, Ind.

He graduated from Selinsgrove High School in 1951 and was retired from management in the manufactured housing industry. Jim was a lifetime member of the National Rifle Association (NRA), Boy Scouts of America and an avid bird watcher.

Surviving are his five children and two daughters-in-law: Jamie S. Van Buskirk of Philadelphia, James E. Van Buskirk, of Westcliffe, Colo., Kevin J. and Brenda Van Buskirk of Stevens , Curtis L. and Maria Van Buskirk of Garnet Valley, and Kay L. Van Buskirk, Denver; three grandsons: Jason Van Buskirk, of Stevens, Zachary Williams and his wife Brittany, of Manheim, and SPC Joshua Williams of Hinesville, Ga.; three great-grandchildren: Gracie, Joshua and Jacquelynn: one brother and sister-in-law: Robert and Sandra Van Buskirk of Dover; a sister: Alice Wertz of Northumberland; and many nieces and nephews.

Private services will be held. Arrangements by Auer Cremation Services of Pa., Inc.

George Gruen, 86, of 16 Kennedy Drive, Ephrata, died unexpectedly Saturday, July 26, 2014 at Ephrata Hospital with his family by his side.

Born in West Caldwell, N.J., he was the son of the late Samuel and Mary Motzko Gruen. George was the husband of Jean Stowman-Schmidt Gruen and they celebrated their 12th wedding anniversary on June 24. He was previously married to the late Doris M. Simerson Gruen who died on October 9, 2001.

George graduated from Nyack College, Nyack, N.Y., and began his career with the Christian and Missionary Alliance in 1950. In 1978, he went full time with Truth for Israel, Inc. Upon moving to Philadelphia in the 1950s, George coached championship basketball and baseball teams in Philadelphia city leagues. He loved to take “his kids” water skiing just to tell them that Jesus, the Messiah, loved them and he did, too.

As an Ordained Minister, he always said he was just a little guy in God’s army, but those who knew him, knew he was actually a giant in God’s army. He was the President and Director for Truth for Israel, Inc.

His passion and sole vision was to tell everyone he met that the Messiah died for them and all they had to do was confess their sins, accept Him as their Savior, and they could join him and go to heaven when they died. While all who knew him will miss him, we know that he is with the Messiah now, seeing the Master whom he so faithfully served these past 64 years in full-time ministry.

Not only did he love sharing the Gospel with all who would listen, he also spent time reading his Bible, putting jigsaw puzzles together, playing Sudoku and Wii, golfing, bowling, and enjoyed traveling especially to Bermuda, Ocean City, N.J. and Florida.

He is survived by his wife: Jean; and three children: David, husband of Pam Gruen, Ga.; Stephen, husband of Dawn Gruen, Pa.; and Dawn, wife of Eric Rissmiller, Lititz; six grandchildren: Jacob Rissmiller, Sarah, wife of Chris Snell, John, Julie, Rachel, and Hannah Gruen.

He was preceded in death by two brothers and one sister.

Please join the family in celebrating George’s Life and Home Going Service on Tuesday, Aug. 19, at 6:30 p.m. at the Calvary Chapel Chester Springs, 217 Dowlin Forge Road, Exton. The family will receive friends at the Chapel from 5:30 p.m. until time of service. Private interment will take place at the Philadelphia Memorial Park Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Truth For Israel, Inc., P.O. Box 156, Ephrata, PA 17522.

The family has entrusted Spacht Life Celebration Home, Lititz, to handle the arrangements. Place condolences at lifecelebration.com.

Franklin E. Williams, 92, of Akron, was welcomed into the arms of Jesus, on his birthday, Sunday, July 27, 2014, at the Ephrata Community Hospital.

He was born in Clay Township, son of the late Chester L. and Lillie M. (Sweigart) Williams and was the husband of the late Sara F. (Leopold) Williams who passed away in 2006.

Franklin was a long time member of Akron Grace E.C. Church, where he was a Sunday school teacher, choir member, class leader, trustee, steward, president of the official board and building committee chairman. He was a 1940 graduate of Ephrata High School. He was a chaplain for the Rajah Temple, Hillcrest Swim Club charter director, Scout leader, Akron Boro council member, Akron Lions Club member, Lion of the Year 1967, Lions International achievement award recipient and Deputy District Governor. Frank was a self employed house builder. He enjoyed watching Phillies baseball as well as Eagles and Penn State football.

He is survived by a daughter: Julia, wife of Jeffrey D. Rudy of Akron; a granddaughter: Laurie F., wife of Dr. Mark Gravel of Perkasie; and great-grandchildren: Sara and James Gravel.

A viewing will be held on Thursday, July 31, 2014, from 9 to 10 a.m., at the Akron Grace E.C. Church, North 7th and Fulton streets, Akron, followed by his funeral service at 10 a.m., with Rev. Leslie Cool officiating. Interment will take place in the Conestoga Memorial Park.

Memorial contributions in Franklin’s memory may be made to Akron Grace E.C. Church, Building Fund N. 7th St. & Fulton St. Akron, PA 17501.

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

Kathryn L. Klopp, 68, of Middletown, formerly of Ephrata, passed away at Hershey Medical Center Tuesday, July 29, 2014.

Born in Ephrata, she was a daughter of the late Daniel and Maude (Goshert) Klopp and a former member of Ephrata Church of the Nazarene.

Kathryn ran Klopp’s Ceramics in Lincoln for 25 years and was most recently employed at Manheim Auto Auction in the Accounting and Billing Department.

Kathryn is survived by her partner of 13 years: Anna Hruska, of Middletown; two children: Michael A. Klopp of Middletown, and Tammy L. McCoy of Lancaster; three grandchildren: Kayla, Jonah, and Jordan McCoy of East Petersburg; and three brothers: John Klopp, husband of Donna, of Pottstown, James Klopp of Denver, and Jeffrey Klopp of Wernersville.

Her services were held Aug. 2 at Paul L. Gravenor Home For Funerals, Ephrata, with the Reverend Deb Fenninger-Coggin officiating. She was buried in Middle Creek Brethren Cemetery.

To send an online condolence, visit gravenorhomeforfunerals.com. Arrangements entrusted to Gravenor Home for Funerals, Ephrata.

Judy Janell Kunkle, 68, of Ephrata, passed away Sunday, Aug.3, 2014, at her residence.

Born in Lancaster County, she was the daughter of Minerva (Horning) Good of Ephrata and the late Warren E. Good.

She was a member of the Alive Church, Ephrata. Judy was a rural mail carrier in Lititz, was a former Ephrata ambulance driver, den mother for the Ephrata Boy Scouts, a host mom for exchange children for Lancaster Mennonite High School and she sheltered abused women for 10 years in her home. She loved to garden, garage sale, travel, paint and spend time with her family.

She is survived by a son: Kelly Scott Kunkle of San Clemente, Calif.; two daughters: Krista Jo Kunkle of Manheim, Kara Lauren Kunkle, wife of Stacy Ruffer of Ft. Collins, Colo.; five grandchildren: Bailey Logan, Mitchell Scott Kunkle, Madeline June Kunkle, Ryan Keith Ruffer, Mackenzie Ruffer; a brother: Howard A. Good of Ephrata; two sisters: Ivy Jo Martin of Ephrata and Ginger A., wife of Dale Martin of Denver.

The family will welcome guests on Saturday, Aug. 9 from 4 to 5 p.m., at the Alive Church, 510 Stevens Road, Ephrata, followed by her memorial service at 5 p.m., with Pastor Jack Scandrett officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Judy’s memory may be made to the Heartland Hospice, 3417-C Concord Rd., York, PA 17402 or the American Cancer Society-Lanc. Co. Unit, 314 Good Drive, Lancaster, PA 17603.

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

Paul Mikos, 87, of Akron, passed away peacefully in the presence of his family, Monday, July 28, 2014, at Denver Health & Rehabilitation Center.

Born in Reading, he was the son of the late Nicholas and Mary (Kokurna) Mikos. Paul is survived by his wife, Violet (Kozlosky) Mikos, with whom he shared 61 years of marriage.

Paul was a veteran of the US Navy serving in the Pacific during World War II. In 1951, Paul enlisted in the Pennsylvania State Police and served 30 years, retiring with the rank of sergeant. Upon retirement, Paul was employed as a security guard with Dana Corporation in Reading. Paul enjoyed attending sporting events and traveling with family.

In addition to his wife; Paul is survived by three sons: Paul Mikos Jr. of San Pedro, Calif., Gary, husband of LuAnne Mikos of Akron, Joseph Mikos of Akron; two grandchildren: Krista and Kenneth Mikos; one great-grandson: Karson Mikos; two sisters: Anna, wife of Gerald Nowatarski of Oley, Rosie, wife of Dr. Joseph Sembrot of Allentown; and a brother: John of Illinois.

In addition to his parents; he was preceded in death by three brothers: Michael, Joseph and Leau Mikos; and a sister: Mary Mabry.

The family would like to thank the staff at Denver Health & Rehabilitation Center and Hospice & Community Care for the care given to Paul.

Services were held Aug. 4 at Stradling Funeral Home, Akron, with Rev. Richard Cook officiating. Interment was in the Indiantown Gap National Cemetery with full military honors accorded.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Paul 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.

Donna L. Sweigart, 71, Mt. Airy, died unexpectedly July 31, 2014, at home.

Born in Lancaster Township, she was a daughter of the late Preston B. and Sarah (Bard) Heimel.

She worked for A. N. Wolf Shoe Company, Denver. An avid reader, Donna enjoyed jigsaw and word puzzles, Facebook and online games, crocheting and volunteered with the American Cancer Society. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother.

Surviving is her husband of 50 years: William R. Sweigart; daughters: Michele (Michael) Cisney, Ephrata and Lori (Anthony) Miller, Mt. Airy; sons: Michael (Deborah Potts) Sweigart, Denver, Keith (Sherry Zimmerman) Sweigart, Ephrata; and Matthew (Christy Ayres) Sweigart, Denver; 12 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; three sisters; and a brother.

She was predeceased by three siblings.

Please join the family in celebrating Donna’s life by dressing casually and colorfully on Saturday, August 9, from 1 to 4 p.m. at Smokestown Fire Hall, 860 Smokestown Road, Denver.

Rather than flowers, contributions to American Cancer Society, 314 Good Drive, Lancaster, PA 17603.

Good Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, Reamstown, is honored to be assisting The Sweigart Family. Visit goodfuneral.com.

Lorraine K. Angelini, 64, of Lancaster, died July 27 at Manor Care. She was the wife of Renaldo Angelini, Sr. with whom she celebrated eleven years of marriage. Lorraine was employed at Susquehanna Association for the Blind. Her daughter, Victoria “Vicki” Lutz, lives in Ephrata, and a sister, Darlene Auker, hails from Akron.

Donald R. Balmer, 88, of Lititz, passed away July 31 at his residence. He had worked at the former B&G Shoe Factory, Lititz, for over 35 years. He was a graduate of the former Rothsville High School. Donald proudly served during WWII in the U.S. Army receiving the Army of Occupation Medal and the WWII Victory Medal and was discharged at the rank of sergeant. A brother, Glenn Balmer, resides in Stevens.

Patricia A. Watterson, 78, died July 30 Lancaster General Hospital. Pats worked many “odd jobs” in Lancaster. She was a member of the Bird In Hand United Methodist Church. A son, Daryl Burns, lives in Brownstown.

Jay H. Ream, 85, of Brownstown, died July 27 in the hospice unit of Lebanon VA Medical Center after fighting colon cancer for several months.

Born in Bareville, he was a son of the late Harold and Luella Foltz Ream. He was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Faye Weidman Ream, who died in 2009.

A master of dry-set stonework, Jay spent his working life as an independent masonry contractor, and his stonework dresses homes and buildings across Lancaster and Lebanon Counties. He also owned Ream’s Fireplace Shoppe in Talmage. Jay and Faye spent a good portion of their retired years summering in Ocean City, Md., where Jay worked part time at Oyster Bay Tackle. He loved to fish and often would head out on his boat into the Isle of Wright Bay to catch flounder and blues. An avid golfer, he was a former member of Conestoga Country Club and Lebanon Country Club. Throughout their lives, Jay and Faye traveled and golfed together.

He was a member of Conestoga Hunting Club and made many great memories at the club’s cabin in Lycoming County. Jay was very personable, and on any given Tuesday afternoon, you could find him giving a hard time to the old coots at Farmersville Auction. He loved gardening and regularly grew roses and tomatoes.

Most of Jay’s life was spent in the Brownstown area. He was a baptized member of Emmanuel United Methodist Church in Brownstown and attended West Earl High School until 1945, when he joined the Army. He served as a surveyor for the 29th Engineers, based in Manila, Philippines, receiving the World War II Victory Medal. He was a volunteer fireman in Brownstown and a member of Brownstown Lions Club. He was a Melvin Jones Fellow of Lions Club International. Jay was a member of the Shriners and the Ephrata Blue Lodge #665 F.&A.M. since 1955.

Surviving are two daughters: Kaye, wife of the late Robert S. Long, of Penryn, and Kandace, widow of the late Franklin Walters, of Lancaster; five grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and a brother: Barry Ream, of Berks County.

Services were held Aug. 1 at Emmanuel United Methodist Church, Brownstown, with Pastor Len Calhoun officiating. Interment was in the Brownstown Cemetery with full military honors accorded.

In lieu of flowers, send memorial donations to Lebanon VA Medical Center Hospice Unit, c/o Voluntary Service Office, Building 18, First Floor, 1700 S. Lincoln Ave., Lebanon, PA 17042.

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

F. David Sensenig, 70, of 321 E. Mohler Church Rd., Ephrata, was ushered into eternity with his family by his side Sunday, July 27, 2014, at Hospice & Community Care, Mount Joy.

Born in Salisbury Township, he was the son of the late John N. and Mary (Nolt) Sensenig and was the husband of Betty L. (Moyer) Sensenig.

Dave was a member of the Hahnstown United Zion Church, Ephrata. Dave was a passionate truck driver, known as “Penny Saver” over the years, had worked for Burkholder Paving, Martin Limestone and was an owner/operator for 36 years. He loved driving, working in his shop and was always busy helping others. Dave’s greatest love in life was his family and friends, especially his grandchildren. Dave enjoyed collecting old pedal tractors, walking and weekend trips to the cabin in Belleville.

In addition to his wife; he is survived by his three children: Michael A. Sensenig of Ephrata, Mark A., husband of Karen J. (Martin) Sensenig of Ephrata, Jennifer L., wife of Rick Erkinger of Denver; six grandchildren: Dylan, Riley, Erica, Ethan, Carleigh and Evan; four brothers: Noah N., husband of Esther (Weaver) Sensenig of Quarryville, John N., husband of Pauline (Weaver) Sensenig of Nottingham, Milton N., husband of the late Susan (Brubaker) Sensenig of Ephrata, Melvin N., husband of Phoebe Ann (Wenger) Sensenig of East Earl; seven sisters: Anna, wife of Titus W. Burkholder of Gordonville, Barbara, wife of the late Paul Hursh of Lititz, Ruth, wife of the late Paul Hoover of Myerstown, Frances, wife of Harlan Martin of New Holland, Evelyn Snyder of Ephrata, Verna, wife of Leon Burkholder of Ephrata, Esther, wife of Lloyd Fox of East Earl; two brothers-in-law: Harlan Weaver of Manheim and Ellis Martin of Stevens.

In addition to his parents: he was preceded in death by two sisters: Mary Etta Weaver and Erma Martin.

Services were held Aug. 1 at Reamstown Church of God, Stevens, with Rev. John Fry, Rev. Dwayne Hoover and Rev. Arthur T. Karick officiating. Interment was in the Hahnstown United Zion Cemetery.

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

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

Ethyl M. Youndt, 90, Adamstown, died Aug. 2, 2014, in Fairmount Homes, Farmersville.

Born in Reading, a daughter of the late Curtis A. and Mary E. (Werley) Zillhardt, her husband, Kenneth M. Youndt, died Oct. 31, 1976.

A 1941 Shillington High School graduate, Ethyl worked for Adamstown Hat Company and Bollman Hat Company, Adamstown. She was a member of Peace UCC where she sang in the choir. A caregiver to many, she was a devoted grandmother and was a Meals On Wheels volunteer. Ethyl loved sports and was a fan of the Flyers, Eagles and Phillies.

Surviving is a daughter: Sheryl A. (William) Hossler, Denver; twin sons: Kenneth C. (Helen Fabian) Youndt, Denver, and Kerry L. (Roxanne Warren) Youndt, Stevens; seven grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandson; and a brother: Dr. Curtis Zillhardt, Paradise.

Sisters: Mary Jane Hagge and Betty Hoffman, predeceased her.

Funeral services will be held Friday, Aug. 8 at 10 a.m. in Peace United Church of Christ, 34 E. Swartzville Road, Denver, with Rev. William E. Hoch, officiating. Burial will follow in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Adamstown. There will be no viewing.

Rather than flowers, contributions may be sent to Peace United Church of Christ, 34 E. Swartzville Rd., Denver, PA 17517.

Good Funeral Home, Reamstown, is honored to be serving Ethyl’s family. Visit goodfuneral.com to leave condolences for the family.

Jennifer Jeanne (Dowling) Shirk, of Alexandria, Va., passed away at her home July 31, 2014 of breast cancer. She was 42.

She was born in Port Jefferson, N.Y. to Francis and Carole Dowling, and moved to York in 1973 where she attended St. Rose of Lima and York Catholic High School. She then went on to graduate from Loyola University Maryland in 1994, after which she lived in Richmond, Va. before finally settling in Alexandria in 2001.

Over her career, Jennifer was employed as an information security specialist at various firms throughout the DC area, but her true passion was real estate. She was fortunate enough to moonlight at Long & Foster and Keller Williams over the years, and successfully assisted many customers with their transactions. She was a parishioner of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Alexandria. She enjoyed spending time with her son Aaron, traveling, and fulfilling her epicurean interests at many of DC’s finest restaurants.

Jennifer is survived by her husband: Justin Shirk, formerly of Ephrata; her son: Aaron Shirk; her parents: Francis and Carole Dowling; her brother: Keith Dowling; her niece: Emma Dowling; and her nephew: Cade Dowling.

A public funeral mass was held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Alexandria, on Aug. 4. Interment took place in the Keller’s Cemetery of Springville, Ephrata Township.

Kindly omit flowers. Memorial contributions in Jennifer’s memory may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Susan G Komen Foundation.

Virginia arrangements by Jefferson Funeral Chapel in Alexandria. Pennsylvania arrangements by Paul L. Gravenor Home For Funerals, Ephrata. To send an online condolence visit gravenorhomeforfunerals.com.

Daniel Martin Wanner, 77, of Ephrata, passed away Wednesday, July 30, 2014, in Ephrata.

He was born in Brecknock Township, son of the late Daniel and Jennie B. (Martin) Wanner and was the husband of Sadie S. (Martin) Wanner.

Daniel was a member of the Stauffer Mennonite Church, Earl Township. He had been a self employed farmer and painter.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by six children: Leonard, husband of June (Martin) Wanner of Ephrata, Jerome, husband of Norlene (Zimmerman) Wanner of New Holland, Loveda, wife of Earl Weaver of Ephrata, Treva, wife of Vernon Martin of Shobonier, Ill., Rosetta, wife of Arnold Martin of St. Peter, Ill., Jerelyn, wife of Gary Martin of Ephrata; 20 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren; two brothers: Martin, husband of Sally (Martin) Wanner of Port Trevorton, John, husband of Rose (Stauffer) Wanner of Port Trevorton; five sisters: Mary Wanner of Lancaster, Ella Rissler of Ephrata, Ada Martin of Ephrata, Barbara Wanner of Canada, Anna Martin of Mt. Pleasant Mills; and three sisters-in-law: Martha Wanner of Tenn., Ruth Wanner of Port Trevorton and Anny Mary Wanner of Port Trevorton.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two grandsons; four brothers: Harry, William, Aaron and Samuel Wanner; and three brothers-in-law: Daniel Rissler, Ivan Martin and Levi Martin.

Services were held Aug. 2 at Stauffer Mennonite Church, Earl Township. Interment took 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.

Charles “Charlie” E. Sensenig, 83, of Reinholds, passed away Sunday, Aug. 10, 2014, at Fairmount Homes.

He was born in Ephrata to the late Elam and Florence (Artz) Sensenig and was the husband of Phyllis (Shortridge) Sensenig with whom he shared 48 years of marriage.

Charlie was a member of the Cornerstone Bible Church, Denver. He served his country in the US Marine Corps during the Korean War. He was the owner/operator of Special Delivery Service from 1975-1989. Charlie enjoyed working outdoors.

In addition to his wife; he will be greatly missed by his two daughters: Tammy, wife of Tony Witmer of Denver, Melissa Sensenig at home; two sisters: Elaine, wife of Arthur Sauder of Ephrata and Karen, wife of William Gerth of Akron.

A viewing will be held on Wednesday, August 13, 2014, from 12 to 1 p.m., at the Cornerstone Bible Church, 529 Lauschtown Road, Denver, followed by his funeral service at 1 p.m., with Pastor Jahn David Horgen officiating. Interment will take place in Memory Gardens Memorial Cemetery.

Memorial contributions in Charlie’s memory may be made to the National Foundation for Cancer Research, 4600 East West Highway, Suite 525, Bethesda, MD 20841.

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

Esta M. Ansel, 83, Reamstown, died Aug.10, 2014, in Conestoga View, Lancaster.

Born in Denver, a daughter of the late Walter E. and Dorothy I. (Kilhefner) Keffer, her husband, Ralph Vernon Ansel, died May 15, 2012.

A member of Salem Evangelical & Reformed Church, she attended Parkview Mennonite Church, both Reamstown. Esta worked for Kinder, then American Comfort Furniture, Denver. Known as “The Teddy Bear Lady” for her hand-crafted bears, she also loved cooking, baking and collecting recipes and cookbooks.

Surviving is her son: Douglas L. Ansel, Hazleton; daughters: Patricia A., married to John L. Gross, Akron Darla Louise, Lititz; Pamela A. OConnor, Lebanon; and Diana L., married to Brian Jacoby, Eugene, Ore.; 13 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and a great-great-granddaughter.

Funeral services will be held Monday, Aug. 18, at 10 a.m. from Parkview Mennonite Church, 57 E. Church St., Reamstown, with pastors Matthew Martin, Roger Martin and John Rutt officiating. Burial will follow in Pleasant View Cemetery, Sinking Spring. Viewings will be Aug. 17 from 2 to 4 p.m. from Good Funeral Home, Reamstown, and at the church one hour prior to the service.

To offer the family online condolences, visit goodfuneral.com. Arrangements entrusted to Good Funeral Home, Reamstown.

Margaret “Muckie” (Doster) Eckhart, 96, of Ephrata, passed away Sunday, Aug. 3, 2014, at Ephrata Manor.

She was born in Ephrata (Lincoln), daughter of the late Stewart and Emma (Shirker) Doster and was the wife of the late Frank Eckhart.

She was a member of Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church.

Margaret is survived by two granddaughters: Jean Hess of Jericho, Vt., and Sue Wright of Annapolis, Md.; and six great-granddaughters.

In addition to her parents and husband; Margaret is preceded in death by a daughter; Peggy Lou (Eckhart) Hess, who died on March 11, 2014.

Funeral service and interment will be private at the convenience of the family. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 16, at the Donecker Chapel at Ephrata Manor, 99 Bethany Road, Ephrata.

Memorial contributions in Margaret’s memory may be made to the Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1331 West Main Street, Ephrata, PA 17522.

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

Dorothy M. Ober, 88, of Pleasant View Retirement Community, Manheim, passed away at the home Aug. 7, 2014, surrounded by her family.

Born in Warwick Township, she was the daughter of the late Abram and Esther Balmer Grube, and stepdaughter of the late Anna Krumbine Grube. Dorothy was married for 68 years to Jay Russell Ober.

She was a member of the Brickerville United Lutheran Church, W.E.L.C.A., and the Brickerville Fire Company Auxiliary. In earlier years she worked in the cafeteria at the Clay Elementary School and prior to her retirement, worked for the Brickerville House Restaurant. She especially enjoyed cooking for her family.

She is survived by her husband: Jay Russell Ober; sons: James R., husband of Rachel, Lititz, Dennis E., husband of Deborah, Lititz; daughters: Linda, wife of J. Timothy Bomberger, Lititz, Nancy, wife of Eric Groswold, Arvada, Colo.; a brother: John, husband of Joann Grube, Lititz; seven grandchildren; and twelve great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a great grandson and two brothers.

Services were held Aug. 10 at Brickerville United Lutheran Church, Lititz, with the Rev. Scott Davis officiating. Burial was in St. John’s Cemetery, Brickerville.

Contributions in memory of Dorothy may be made to the Pleasant View Retirement Community Benevolent Care Fund, 544 N. Penryn Road., Manheim, PA 17545

To send online condolences to the family, visit richardheiseyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements entrusted to Richard H. Heisey Funeral Home, Lititz.

Kathryn Witwer Houck, 93, of Ephrata, died Sunday, Aug. 10, 2014 at Ephrata Manor.

Born in Blue Ball, she was the daughter of the late Alvin S. and Katie (Keiffer) Witwer. She was the wife of the late Paul E. Houck who died in 2009.

She had numerous jobs in the Blue Ball and New Holland area but mainly was a homemaker.

Surviving are three children: Rose Ann Shirk of New Holland, Robert L., married to Pat (Byers) Houck of Manheim, and Terry Houck, partner of Pamela F. Scott of Ephrata; six grandchildren: Stacy, Troy, Stephanie, Jennifer, Jason, and Chad; and seven great-grandchildren.

Preceding her in death is a son: Darrell E. Houck; a grandson: Logan Lee Houck; and two sisters: Martha Swartz and Pauline Wessner.

A private graveside service will be held at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Ephrata Manor, 99 Bethany Road, Ephrata, PA 17522.

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

Herbert H. Wolf, Jr., 54, of Denver, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2014, at Hospice & Community Care, Mt. Joy.

He was born in Ephrata to the late Herbert H. Sr. and Ruth (Phautz) Wolf and was the husband of Tracey A. (May) Wolf.

He was a very loving husband and father.

Herbert is survived by a son: Seth H. Wolf: a daughter: Starlena M. Wolf: and a brother: Al Wolf.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family.

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