Lester Ziemer, 95, of Ephrata, passed away Saturday, June 6, 2015, at Ephrata Manor.

He was born in Blue Ball to the late Norman and Cora (Rutter) Ziemer and was the husband of Grace I. (Sweigart) Ziemer, with whom he shared 76 years of marriage on June 3.

Lester served in the U.S. Army during World War II in the Pacific theatre. In the early years, he was a mechanical worker for Penn Dairies in Ephrata and Lancaster. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, tying flies, reloading, and general tinkering.

In addition to his wife, Lester is survived by a daughter: Carolyn, wife of Fred Zuercher, of Garfield, Ky.; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; a brother: Norm, husband of Janet Ziemer; and three sisters: Clara Maxwell, Grace Habalar, and Mildred Boley.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter: Patricia Elmer.

A viewing will be held on Thursday, June 11, from 1 to 2 p.m., at the Stradling Funeral Home, 201 Church Ave., Ephrata, followed by funeral services at 2 p.m., with Pastor Kenneth R. Redcay officiating. Interment will take place in the Bergstrasse Lutheran Cemetery.

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

The post Lester Ziemer, 95, Ephrata, WWII vet, worked at Penn Dairies, enjoyed fly tying appeared first on Ephrata Review.

Elizabeth A. Young, 93, of Ephrata, passed away Monday evening, June 1, 2015, at the Ephrata Manor, where she had been a guest since February. The Lord has taken one of the most loving mothers on earth, and she has rejoined her family in heaven with open loving arms.

Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Bernard J. and Pearl Allison Dougherty, and wife of the late Charles K. Young, who passed away Sept. 19, 2002.

Elizabeth had worked for and managed the shoe department, Spencer Shoes, at the former Nichols Department Store. She enjoyed watching game shows and working crossword puzzles, cooking, baking, and was an avid Phillies fan.

Elizabeth will be loved and greatly missed by her children: Lois E. Shultz of Ephrata and Steven A. Young of Saganaw, Mich.; nine grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren, one great-great-granddaughter; her sister-in-law: Anna Young; and many nieces and nephews; and lastly, her loving companion, Maddie, her toy poodle.

She was preceded in death by two sons: Charles W. Young and Ronald R. Young; three sisters: Jean Stetler, Helen Zimmerman, and Louise Hawthorne; and a brother: Bernard J. Dougherty.

Services were held June 8 at Fred F. Groff Funeral Home, Lancaster, with the Pastor Adam Forry officiating. Interment was at Conestoga Memorial Park.

Online condolences may be posted to thegroffs.com. The Groffs Family Funeral & Cremation Services, Lancaster, handled the arrangements.

The post Elizabeth A. Young, 93, Ephrata, shoe dept. manager at Nichols, enjoyed baking, Phillies fan appeared first on Ephrata Review.

Matthew L. Junkins, 29, of Reinholds, formerly of Aspers, passed away Tuesday, June 2, 2015 at Jefferson Medical Center in Philadelphia.

Services were held June 8 at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Bendersville, with Rev. Martin Young officiating. Interment was in Fairview Cemetery, Arendtsville.

Professional services are entrusted to Dugan Funeral Home, Bendersville. Online condolences may be given at duganfh.com.

The post Matthew L. Junkins, 29, Reinholds, formerly of Aspers appeared first on Ephrata Review.

Lloyd L. Ruth, 83, of Winter Haven, Fla., formerly of Ephrata, passed away Oct. 20, 2014.

Lloyd served in the U.S. Army from 1947 to 1957. He obtained Sergeant status and played Army football while serving in Germany. He received the Army Occ Medal (Japan), Korean Service Medal, UN Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, and Army Occ Medal (Germany). Lloyd traveled the world while serving our country. In his retirement, he enjoyed revisiting most of these countries.

Lloyd was a lifetime member of the Ephrata VFW. He was superintendent of public works of Ephrata Borough for more than 15 years. He retired from the U.S. Postal Service in Strasburg.

He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years: Mary (Mattis) Ruth, of Florida; a son: Lloyd L. Ruth Jr; daughters: Linda Krause (Larry), Corrina Burkholder (Gregg); five grandchildren: Melissa and Eric Reidenbach; Katrina Ruth; and Matthew and Douglas Burkholder; and five great-grandchildren: Selena and Serenity Stoker; Olivia and Tyler Burkholder; and Evangeline Richard; a brother: Charles Ruth (Nancy); and step-sister: Gloria.

He was preceded in death by his mother: Cora Burkholder; father: William Ruth; and sister: Patricia Faus.

Services will be held June 26, 2015 at 11 a.m. in the National Cemetery at Indiantown Gap, Annville.

Arrangements were handled by Oakridge Funeral Care, Winter Haven, Fla.

The post Lloyd L. Ruth, 83, former public works superintendent appeared first on Ephrata Review.

Samuel Robert Fichthorn, 93, of Denver, passed away Friday, June 5, 2015, at Ephrata Manor.

He was born in Adamstown, son of Samuel E. and Cora (Wagner) Fichthorn.

He was a past president of the family-owned and operated F&M Hat Co., where he worked for his entire career. Samuel was a World War II veteran of the 69th Infantry Division and received a battlefield commission as a lieutenant. He enjoyed farming and horseback riding and was a lifetime member of Peace United Church of Christ, Swartzville.

Samuel is survived by sons: Eric H., husband of Debbie (Pannebecker) Fichthorn, of Denver; Ross H., husband of Rose (Schiaroli) Fichthorn, of Denver; Kurt H., husband of Tracy (Simandl) Fichthorn, of Denver; a daughter: Lise Marie, wife of Scott Lausch, of Pine Grove; 10 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his devoted wife of 64 years: Hazel Hackman Fichthorn; and two brothers: Emerson R. Fichthorn and William D. Fichthorn.

A private graveside service will be held at the convenience of the family, at the Cedar Grove Cemetery, Adamstown, with the Rev. William Hoch officiating.

Memorial contributions in Samuel’s memory may be made to the Reinholds VFW Post 6759, 250 Brunners Grove Road, Reinholds, PA 17569.

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

The post Samuel Robert Fichthorn, 93, past F&M Hat Co. president appeared first on Ephrata Review.

Kenneth Hopkins, 95, formerly of Adamstown, died June 12, 2015, in Wellington at Hershey’s Mill, West Chester.

Born in West Reading, he was a son of the late Charles and Alice (Piersol) Hopkins.

Ken was a 1937 Reading High School graduate, and played basketball with the Regar’s Sweet Shop Team, resulting in a scholarship to Albright College, from which he graduated in 1943. He served as a World War II B29 gunner with the Army Air Force. Retiring in 1983 as vice president of manufacturing, he was employed 37 years with Bollman Hat Co., Adamstown. Residing in Adamstown for more than 50 years, he worked to better his community. He was instrumental in founding a branch of the Reading YMCA, served on borough council, was active with building the Adamstown Community Pool in 1960; (where generations of his family worked as lifeguards), served on the Cocalico School Board, and was a 20-year council member and president of Peace United Church of Christ, Denver. He was a member of Lodge No. 62 Free & Accepted Masons, and active with Olivet Boys and Girls Club, both in Reading.

After moving to West Chester, he served as village president for many years. He was an avid golfer until age 90, played cards, enjoyed his special seat during weekends at Cape May, was trustworthy, liked by all, and was his daughter’s best friend.

Surviving is his wife: Anna G. (Oaks) Hopkins; daughter: Gerry Ann (Eric) Flicker, West Chester; grandchildren: Andrea Youndt, companion of Maryanne Booth; Kimberly Evans, Michael (Kim) Flicker, and Scott (Michelle) Flicker; great-grandchildren: Olivia and Sidney Evans; and Ryan and Kaitlyn Flicker; and great-great-grandson: Kallai.

He was also predeceased by step-mother: Lenore (Anderson) Hopkins; and sister: Elaine Beisswanger.

Funeral services will be held Friday, June 19, at 11 a.m., from Peace United Church of Christ, 37 E. Swartzville Road, Denver, with the Rev. William E. Hoch officiating. There will be a viewing one hour prior to the service. He will be interred in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Adamstown.

Rather than flowers, contributions to Peace UCC, 37 E. Swartzville Road, Denver, PA 17517; and UCC East Goshen, 1201 N. Chester Road, West Chester, PA 19380.

Online condolences may be offered at goodfuneral.com. Good Funeral Home, Reamstown, handled the arrangements.

The post Kenneth Hopkins, former Adamstown leader, dies at 95 appeared first on Ephrata Review.

Gerald L. Book, 79, of Lancaster, passed away June 9 at the Lancaster General Hospital. Gerald had worked for many years as a truck driver; first with Pensupreme and then Mushroom Freight and lastly for 35 years at Yellow Freight. He was an avid Sprint Car Racing fan and enjoyed many years of hunting. His son, Robert E., husband of Melodee Book, lives in Ephrata.

Sally D. Groff, 90, of Lancaster, and formerly of Quarryville, passed away June 13 at Hospice & Community Care, Mount Joy. Sally had been employed as a legal secretary. She was a member of Highland Presbyterian Church and was an avid reader. Her daughter, Mary Jane, wife of Pete Martin, lives in Ephrata.

Charles E. Meyer, 82, of Concord, passed away April 24. A Navy veteran, Charles worked at Posey Iron Works in Lancaster and Parish Press Steel in Reading. His hobbies included studying American history and racing cars at Lancaster Speedway and the Path Valley Speedway. A sister, Marie Meyer Goeke, and husband Walter; and niece Carol, and husband Craig McClenaghan; all reside in Brownstown. A nephew, Theodore Goeke, and wife Lisa (Kulp), live in Akron.

Mildred O. “Millie” Smoker, 83, of Garden Spot Village, formerly of Intercourse, passed June 10. Millie was a member of the Ridgeview Mennonite Church. She was a faithful volunteer at the Re-Uzit Shop and Ridgeview Church. She also enjoyed quilting and sewing. Her son, Tom, married to Robin Smoker, lives in Denver.

The post Deaths of Local Interest – June 17, 2015 appeared first on Ephrata Review.

In loving memory of Marilyn A. Wensel, 63, of Reamstown, who lost her short battle with cancer, June 6, 2015, at the Denver Nursing Home/Hospice.

She was the companion of Roberto Alverez for 25 years, and the daughter of Joyce Berry and the late James Berry.

Surviving besides her mother are two sons: Nathan Wensel of Myerstown; and Michael Frank and his wife Heather of Iowa; four grandchildren: Nick of Texas, Alora of Myerstown, Aiden and Haley of Iowa. Also surviving are two sisters: Barbara Ingram of Ephrata, and Betsy Osborne of Akron; three nieces: Stephanie of Akron, Kristin of Massachusetts, and Ashley of Ephrata; and one nephew: Zachary and his wife Cortney of Akron. We can’t forget little man, Joshua Neal, who made Marilyn laugh every day.

Services will be private and held at the convenience of the family.

Memorial contributions in Marilyn’s memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 314 Good Drive, Lancaster, PA 17603, or to Hospice and 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.

The post Marilyn A. Wensel, 63, Reamstown, mother of two appeared first on Ephrata Review.

Virginia “Dolly” H. Matt, 82, of Akron, passed away Sunday, June 7, 2015, at Ephrata Community Hospital.

She was born in Millersburg to the late Paul and Dorothy (Schwalm) Bonawitz and was the wife of D. Gene Matt.

Dolly was a member of the Ephrata congregation of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, New Holland. She was retired from Warner-Lambert as a production worker.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son: Randy Harman of Panama; a daughter: Judy Foltz of Lancaster; three grandchildren: Bridget Foltz, Melissa Arthur, Nathan Harman; a great-granddaughter: Alayna Harman; a stepgreat-grandson: Kyle Bailey; and six siblings: Elmer Bonawitz of Farmington, N.M.; Robert Bonawitz of Dornsife; Dale Bonawitz of Millersburg; Marie Fetteroff of Millersburg; Betty Fulkroad of Millersburg; Doris Glace of Dalmatia.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by three brothers: Russell, William and Paul Jr. Bonawitz.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 27, at 2 p.m., at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 921 Fruitville Pike, Lancaster.

Memorial contributions in Dolly’s memory may be made to World Wide Work of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 25 Columbia Heights, Brooklyn, NY 11201.

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

The post Virginia ‘Dolly’ Matt, 82, Akron, Warner-Lambert retiree, Ephrata Jehovah’s Witnesses member appeared first on Ephrata Review.

Anna Mae Hollinger, 99, of Lititz, passed away June 12, 2015 at Landis Homes where she was a resident for the past 16 years.

Born in Brecknock Township, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Hettie Good Hollinger.

Anna Mae was a member of the Lititz Mennonite Church where she worked as a janitor for 20 years and also belonged to the Sewing Circle and Ambassador Sunday School Class. She retired in 1980 from the Walter M. Moyer Knitting Mill in Ephrata after 38 years of service.

Survivors include five nieces and five nephews.

She was preceded in death by her brothers: John, Mahlon, Jacob, Marvin, and Raymond; and sisters: Edna Sensenig, Mable Stauffer, and Elva Hollinger.

Funeral services were held June 17 at the East Bethany Chapel of Landis Homes, Lititz.

Contributions may be made in Anna Mae’s memory to the Landis Homes Caring Fund, 1001 E. Oregon Road, Lititz, PA 17543.

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

The post Anna Mae Hollinger, 99, Lititz, worked at Moyer Knitting Mill, Lititz Mennonite Church member appeared first on Ephrata Review.

Harold G. Connor Jr., 62, of Leola, died Wednesday, June 10, 2015, at his home surrounded by his loved ones.

Born in Dayton, Ohio, he was the son of the late Harold G. Sr. and Catherine “Kitty” (Rudes) Connor.

He was a 1971 graduate of Garden Spot High School and a 1985 graduate of the paramedic training program at the Paramedic Institute at St. Jude Hospital.

He worked as a full-time paramedic for the Ephrata Community Hospital for 30 years. He also worked 40 years in EMS and 35 years as a truck driver. He was a truck and car show enthusiast and enjoyed showing his 2004 Dodge Ram Hemi Quad Cab. He was a life member of both the New Holland Ambulance Association and Garden Spot Fire Rescue.

Surviving is a daughter: Kathleena L. Connor of Leola; two sons: Michael G., married to Maria Connor, of Aurora, Ind.; and Mark C. Connor of Reinholds; eight grandchildren; a brother: Ronald Connor of Neffsville; and two sisters: Carol, married to H. Thomas Martin of North Fort Myers, Fla.; and Lorrie G., married to David E. Hillard of Blue Ball.

Preceding him in death is a sister: Linda S. Connor-Good; and a brother: Kevin Connor.

Services were held June 13 at Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland. Interment was in the Evangelical United Methodist Cemetery, New Holland.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the New Holland Ambulance Association, 101 E. Franklin St., New Holland, PA 17557 or to Garden Spot Fire Rescue, 339 E. Main St., New Holland, PA 17557.

To send the family online condolences visit groffeckenroth.com. Groff-High Funeral Home, New Holland, had charge of the arrangements.

The post Harold G. Connor Jr., 62, Leola, 30-year ECH paramedic, truck driver, car show enthusiast appeared first on Ephrata Review.

Allan R. Hassler, 91, Adamstown, died Thursday, June 4, 2015, in Mifflin Center, Shillington, Berks County.

Born in Adamstown, he was a son of the late Percy and Elva (Wallace) Hassler. His wife, Fern N. (Rudy) Hassler, died Sept. 17, 2007.

He was a member of Peace United Church of Christ, Swartzville, and served in the Army during World War II. Allan was a salesman most of his life, having worked for The Fuller Brush Co. Past president of the Adamstown VFW, he loved sports and was an avid golfer and baseball player in his younger days.

Surviving is his son: Craig A., married to Linda A. (Gancar) Hassler, Mohnton; and granddaughters: Trisha and Kristen Hassler.

A grandson: Kevin A. Hassler; sister: Jane Hornberger; and brothers: Ted and P. Arthur “Ike” Hassler, predeceased him.

The Rev. William E. Hoch officiated at private graveside services in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Adamstown, as preplanned through Good Funeral Home and Cremation Centre, Reamstown.

Online condolences may be given at goodfuneral.com.

The post Allan R. Hassler, 91, Adamstown, WWII vet, Fuller Brush salesman, avid golfer appeared first on Ephrata Review.

Joy L. “Peachy” Knepp, 58, of Denver, and formerly of Lititz, passed away peacefully at her home Thursday, June 11, 2015.

Born in Elizabethtown, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Ruth Frysinger Bowers. She was the loving wife of Donald C. Knepp. They observed their 35th wedding anniversary in January.

Joy worked for Martins Country Market, Ephrata; previously she was employed at the Hess Station on Columbia Avenue, Lancaster, and for Dart Container Corp. in Leola. She was a member of the 1975 graduating class at Elizabethtown High School. Joy’s interests included bingo, reading, and playing Angry Birds. She was passionate in spending time with her grandchildren and was proud to be their awesome “Nana.”

Surviving in addition to her husband, Don, are two daughters: Brandy, wife of Richard Houck, of Ephrata; Emily, wife of Stephen Clark, of Clearfield, a son: Joshua Knepp of Lancaster; six grandchildren: Brian, Cody, Scott, Austin, Daniel, Olivia; and two sisters: Vicki, wife of Ray Aldingerr, of Mount Gretna; and Ginny, wife of George Halblieb, of Manheim.

Services were held June 15 at Buch Funeral Home, Manheim. Interment will be private at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville.

Those desiring may send contributions in Joy’s memory to Water Street Ministries, P.O. Box 7267, Lancaster, PA 17603.

To send the family on-line condolences, visit BuchFuneral.com. Buch Funeral Home, Manheim, was entrusted with the arrangements.

The post Joy L. Knepp, 58, Denver, Martins Country Market worker, loved time with grandkids appeared first on Ephrata Review.

William “Bill” Haller, 81, of Denver, went to be with the Lord in the early morning of Tuesday, June 9, 2015.

Bill was born May 2, 1934, to the late William Sr. and Goldie (Moyer) Haller.

He was retired from Cocalico High School after 10 years. He also worked as a mechanic for the Walter Moyer Co. in Ephrata for many years. Bill was in the Navy and served aboard the Navy Vessel 144 Worcester. Bill and MaryAnne would have celebrated their 61st wedding anniversary on June 26. They enjoyed going out to breakfast together. Bill enjoyed spending time with family, going to the beach, fishing, and he loved old cars. He was a member of the East Cocalico Church of the Brethren.

Bill is survived by his loving wife: MaryAnne (Martin) Haller, Denver; two daughters: Karen, wife of Paul Miegel, Denver; and Nina Haller, partner of Sue Uibel, Denver. He is also survived by two grandchildren: William “Billy” (fiancé of Rebecca “Becky” Hershey) Miegel; and Zachary (Claire) Miegel; a sister: Dolly (Leonard) Fox; two brothers: Barry (Carol) Haller, and Gary (Linda) Haller; and a sister-in-law: Shirley Haller.

He was preceded in death by a son: William Corby Haller; a sister: Violet Yuninger; and a brother: Larry Haller.

Services were held June 13 at East Cocalico Church of the Brethren, Reamstown, with Pastor John Weber officiating.

If desired, memorial contributions in Bill’s memory may be made to East Cocalico Church of the Brethren, P.O. Box 288, Reamstown, PA 17567.

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

The post William ‘Bill’ Haller, 81, Denver, Navy vet, worked at Cocalico H.S., loved fishing, old cars appeared first on Ephrata Review.

George R. Nolan Jr., 57, of Ephrata, passed away Friday, June 12, 2015, at the Veterans Hospital of Pittsburgh after a leg amputation; ultimately from heart failure.

Born in Coatsville on April 14, 1958, he was the son of Jacqueline M. Lambreacht Beiler and the late George R. Nolan Sr. He is survived by step-mother: Patricia A. Nolan of Millersville; and step-father: Raymond Beiler of Elverson,.

He is also survived by his wife: Suzanne B. Shaub Nolan; and three sons: George R. Nolan III of Morgantown; Gregory Nolan and soon-to-be daughter-in-law Samantha Heiser; and Geoffrey Nolan of Ephrata; one sister: Patricia L McCann; and brother-in-law: Peter G. McCann of Honeybrook.

George finished his last year in high school in Arizona but most of his schooling was in Chester County with grade school at St. Patrick’s Catholic School in Malvern, and high school at the vo-tech in Phoenixville. George was a U.S. Navy veteran. He joined the Navy in San Diego, Calif., and served for two years.

After returning home to Pennsylvania, he worked as a correctional officer at Chester County Farms. Most recently he worked at Lancaster County Prison and made Ephrata his home. George had a great personality and a terrific sense of humor. He was passionate about history, old movies, motorcycles, old cars, and his favorite bluegrass music.

His viewing will be held at Paul L. Gravenor Home for Funerals, 100 W. Main St., Ephrata, on Thursday, June 18, from 6 to 8 p.m., with a memorial service to follow. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family.

Those who desire may make donations in George’s memory to the charity of their choice.

To send an online condolence visit gravenorhomeforfunerals.com. Paul L. Gravenor Home for Funerals, Ephrata, had charge of the arrangements.

The post George R. Nolan Jr., 57, Ephrata, Navy vet, C.O. at county prison, liked bluegrass appeared first on Ephrata Review.

Mark E. Stout, 58, of Denver, passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2015, at home.

He was born in Harrisburg to D. Stanley and Carol Lee (Ryder) Stout and was the husband of Lois (Martin) Stout, with whom he shared 19 years of marriage last Oct. 14.

Mark was a member of The Worship Center where he participated with the men’s group, ManZone. He enjoyed Penn State football, gardening, and outdoor activities including rock climbing, biking, hiking, and camping. He especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.

He served as a ranger with the U.S. Army, 3rd Battalion, 75th Infantry Regiment.

In addition to his parents and wife, Mark is survived by four children: Jacob Stout, Emily Gwynn Adams, Heather (William Jr.) Spoonhoward, and April (Bryan) Cash; three grandchildren: Gracie Cash, William Spoonhoward III, and Emelia Adams; a sister: Kelleigh Johnson; and two brothers: Michael Edward (Jennifer) Stout and Kristopher Eric Stout.

Services were held June 20 at The Worship Center, Lancaster. Private interment took place in the Indiantown Gap National Cemetery.

If you would like to contribute toward medical expenses for his wife, Lois Stout, call the Worship Center at 656-4271, or memorial contributions in Mark’s memory may be made at saveawarrior.org.

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

The post Mark E. Stout, 58, Denver, Army vet, PSU football fan, enjoyed rock climbing, camping appeared first on Ephrata Review.

Freda Marie Good, 78, of Ephrata, formerly of Denver, passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2015, at her residence.

She was born in Westover, Md., to the late John Bennett and Lena (Hoffman) Yoder and was the wife of H. Arthur Good.

Freda was a member of the Pleasant Valley Mennonite Church. She was a homemaker and enjoyed quilting.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by five sons: Marcus, husband of Carol (Reed) Good, of Mohnton; Nathan, husband of Elva (Martin) Good, of Denver; Clair, husband of Geraldine (Sensenig) Good, of Denver; Myron, husband of Jewel (Sheaffer) Good, of Narvon; James, husband of Rosalie (Martin) Good, of Mohnton; a daughter: Alberta, wife of Troy Stauffer, of Preston, Md.; 31 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; three siblings: Eli Yoder of Sanford, Va.; Crist Yoder of Westover, Md.; and Grace Hann of Elizabethtown.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by five brothers: Paul, George, David, Charles, and Roy Yoder; and two sisters: Esther Martin and Rebecca Weaver.

Services were held June 22 from Pleasant Valley Mennonite Church, Ephrata. Interment was in the adjoining church cemetery. Kindly omit flowers.

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

The post Freda Marie Good, 78, Ephrata, homemaker, Pleasant Valley Mennonite member, quilter appeared first on Ephrata Review.

Ce’vaughn M. Caldwell, 20, of Terre Hill, passed away in a car accident Thursday, June 18, 2015.

Born in Sharon, he was a son of Veda M. Caldwell.

Ce’vaughn was a landscaper who enjoyed all sports, especially football, basketball, and track and field. He also played for the minor league Ghost Riders football team.

Surviving are his mother and her partner: Mary A. DeJesus, of Terre Hill; a brother: Jordan Caldwell; and a step-sister: Christina Flood; his grandmother: Cathy M. Blevins of Lititz; his godparents: Larry and Cindy Fox of Bowmansville; his best friends: Mark Neff and Collin Martin; and numerous god siblings, aunts, uncles, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his grandfather: Jerome Thomas.

Memorial services will be held Monday, June 29, at 11:30 a.m., at Eckenroth Home for Funerals, 209 E. Main St., Terre Hill. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 10 to 11:30 a.m., prior to service.

In lieu of flowers, funeral contributions may be made to a GoFundMe.com account established in Ce’vaughn’s memory.

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

The post Ce’vaughn M. Caldwell, 20, Terre Hill, landscaper, played minor league Ghost Riders football appeared first on Ephrata Review.

Roger J. Dohner, 81, of Akron, passed away after a brief illness, Thursday, June 18, 2015, at his residence.

Born in Penn Township to the late Earl and Alverta (Kline) Dohner, he was the husband of Sarah L. (Martzall) Dohner with whom he shared 56 years of marriage.

Roger was a member of the Akron Church of the Brethren. He was a truck driver at Sensenich Propellers until his retirement in 1993, was a member at the Ephrata Rec Center, an avid golfer, an ASA umpire, and enjoyed yard work and hunting.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons: James E. Dohner at home; Joseph T., husband of Tracy (Hiester) Dohner of Brickerville; a daughter: Wendy S. Young of Lancaster; three grandchildren; three stepgrandchildren; and three stepgreat-grandchildren; a brother: Clair, husband of Karen Dohner of Hershey; and a sister, Rosaleen Yunginger of Akron.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, June 24, at 3 p.m., at Akron Church of the Brethren, 613 Main St., Akron, with Pastor Tom Weber officiating. There is a time for viewing one hour prior to the service. Interment will take place in the Wolf Cemetery.

If desired, memorial contributions in Roger’s memory may be made to the Akron Church of the Brethren, 613 Main St., Akron, PA 17501 or Hospice and Community Care, P.O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604.

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

The post Roger J. Dohner, 81, Akron, driver at Sensenich Propellers, ASA umpire, avid golfer appeared first on Ephrata Review.

Kerwin L. Getz, 55, Denver, died June 21, 2015, in Lancaster General Hospital.

Born in Ephrata, a son of Janice M. (Horst) Getz, Denver, and the late Eugene W. Getz, he was the husband of Sallie J. (Good) Getz for 26 years.

A very active member, especially with the youth group, of Trinity United Methodist Church, Kerwin was involved in various community programs including Denver Fair, Denver Fire Company kitchen work, committeeman of Troop 32 Boy Scouts of America, and the Cocalico Music Boosters. He was employed in the I.T. department of SuperValue Distribution Center, Denver. A 1978 Cocalico High School graduate, Kerwin loved flower gardening and camping.

Surviving in addition to his wife and mother is his son: Dylan L. Getz, at home; and brother: Doran L. Getz, Denver.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, July 1, at 10 a.m., from Trinity United Methodist Church, 420 Main St., Denver, with Rev. Michael Roney officiating. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery, Denver. Viewings will be held Tuesday, June 30, from 7 to 9 p.m., at Good Funeral Home, Reamstown, and one half hour prior to the service.

Rather than flowers, contributions may be sent to his church, Trinity UMC, 420 Main St., Denver, PA 17517.

Online condolences may be given at goodfuneral.com. Good Funeral Home, Reamstown, had charge of the arrangements.

The post Kerwin L. Getz, 55, Denver, I.T. SuperValue, Denver Fair worker, fire company volunteer appeared first on Ephrata Review.