Harvey Gantz, Sr., 80, of Columbia, passed away on Tuesday, January 12, 2010 at home. He was the husband of Rebecca Simms Gantz with whom he would have celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary on March 3, 2010. He was born in Mount Joy, son of the late Franklin and Hannah Pinnon Gantz. He was a grinder for ITT Grinnell Corp for 23 years before retiring in June of 1992. He was baptized at Macedonian AME Church, Mount Joy and attended St. Paul's Missionary Baptist Church, Columbia. He was also a member of International Molders and Foundry Workers Union Local #376. He enjoyed watching old western movies, boxing and loved his family, especially his grandchildren.

The Funeral Service will be held at St. Paul's Missionary Baptist Church, 297 South Fifth Street, Columbia, PA 17512 on Saturday, January 16, 2010 at 11:00 A.M. with Rev. Adrian Boxley, Sr., officiating. Interment in Habecker Mennonite Cemetery. Friends may call at the church from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: St. Paul's Missionary Baptist Church. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia.

Mildred Buchter, 92, Stevens, died at home Saturday, December 19, 2009. Born in Mohnton, Berks County, a daughter of the late Luther & Florence (Rentz) Hornberger, her husband, Alvin H. Buchter, died January 20, 1997. A member and former pianist of Wiest United Methodist Church, Schoeneck, she worked for Leininger Knitting Mills, Hope Hosiery and John F. Martin, and was a former member of the Baron Stiegel Lioness Club. Surviving are children, Eleanore E. (Donald K.) Weaver, Strasburg, PA; David A. (Mary Jane Weinhold) Buchter, Stevens, PA; and Linda L. (D. Scott) Witmer, Ephrata, PA; 5 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and a brother, Luther Hornberger, Jr., Sinking Spring, PA. She was predeceased by a great-granddaughter, Nicole Corwin, and a sister, Grace Fisher. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, December 23, 2009, at 2:00 PM from Good Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, Reamstown, with The Rev. J. Thomas Truitt officiating. Burial in Fairview Cemetery Annex, Denver, PA. A viewing will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.

Florence C. Miller, of Columbia, wife of Robert G. Miller for more than 63 years, passed away on Thursday, November 12, 2009 at Susquehanna Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation Center following a lengthy illness. She was born in Columbia, daughter of the late Harry and Sadie Jelley and was a member of St. Peter's Catholic Church and it's Altar Rosary Society. She was a charter member of Columbia Historical Preservation Society where she served as President for the past 15 years. A graduate of Columbia High School, Class of 1943, Florence played the violin in several of the school's musical groups. She continued as a violinist in the former Columbia Symphony Orchestra for a few years until it was forced to disband when fire destroyed the Columbia Opera House and the Orchestra lost musical instruments and it's "library" of music. Older Columbians recall her as the clerk in the Fred Kirstein Stationary Store on Locust Street for many years. She was a Girl Scout Leader; a former member of the Columbia Shade Tree Commission; was active in planning activities for Columbia's Bicentennial Celebration and served for many years on the Lancaster County Redevelopment Commission, Region 1.

Surviving in addition to her husband, one daughter: Cynthia wife of Jeffrey Forster, New Milford, NJ. Two granddaughters: Meredith Forster and Hilary Forster, both of Alexandria, VA. Several nieces and nephews. The last of her immediate family, she was preceded in death by four sisters: Marion Stehman; Pauline Ott; Verdie Nitroy and Minerva Harden.

The Mass of the Rite of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Peter's Catholic Church, 121 South Second Street, Columbia, on Monday, November 16, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. with Rev. Dominic M. DiBiccaro, as celebrant. Rite of Committal and Interment will be in Silver Spring Cemetery. Friends may call at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 31 South Eighth Street, Columbia on Sunday from 7:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. with the vigil service being held at 8:30 P.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: the Columbia Historical Preservation Society, PO Box 578, Columbia, PA 17512.

Deborah Anne Vandegrift, 57, of Quarryville, PA, passed away on Thursday, November 19, 2009, after a long illness with cancer, which she fought with all she had. She was the wife of William Scott Vandegrift. They had celebrated 26 years of marriage. She was born in Pottstown, daughter of Helen Rogowski of Quarryville, and the late Francis Rogowski. Deborah was a 1970 graduate of Nativity High School which was in St Stephen’s Parish. She graduated in 1976 from Millersville University. Deborah started her teaching career in a one room school with Lampeter-Strasburg School District. She then taught Fourth Grade at LS for 12 years. Her teaching continued at Noah’s Ark Nursery School, Quarryville, and started the Childtime Daycare Center for the Coatesville VA Hospital. Presently she was teaching, and librarian at Sacred Heart School, Oxford, PA She was a member of Kappa Delta Phi, and Beta Sigma Phi Sororities. Deborah had been involved with St Catherine of Sienna Parish and Youth Ministry, and Sacred Heart School Ministry. She enjoyed many activities through her children, their friends, and families as well. In addition to her husband and mother, she is survived by daughters; Amy, and Lea Marie Vandegrift , son; Timothy Scott Vandegrift , brother; Stephen Rogowski sister; Marianne Pasho , sister; Annette Trautman , brother; Anthony Rogowski , brother; John Rogowski, Mother - in –law; Ethel Vandegrift. She was predeceased by her father Francis Rogowski, and father-in-law William Vandegrift. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at The Church of the Sacred Heart, 203 Church Road, Oxford, Pa, on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 10:00 A.M. with Reverend Gregory Hamill as celebrant. The burial will be in Birmingham Lafayette Cemetery. Visitation will be held at Reynolds Funeral Home, 144 East State Street, Quarryville, PA on Monday from 6:00-8:30 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Sacred Heart School Library Fund, 205 Church Rd., Oxford, PA 19363. To send an online note of condolence to the family, please visit our website at; www.reynoldsfuneralhome.net

Patrick Joseph Werhel, 49, of Quarryville, PA, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully in his sleep from natural causes on Monday, November 16, 2009, at his home. He was the loving husband of Theresa Jones Werhel, whom he married April 16, 1983. He was born in Lancaster, son of Richard A. and Catherine Faltine Werhel of Lititz. He was a 1978 graduate of Conestoga Valley High School and Brownstown Vo-Tech. Patrick was employed for 30 years at Alcoa Mill Products, Lancaster. He enjoyed camping, being with friends and family, and was an avid Penn State football fan. He was a member of St. Catherine of Siena Church, Quarryville, and was a Knight of Columbus. In addition to his wife Theresa, and his parents, he is survived by 2 son’s; Patrick Joseph, Jr. companion of Megan Strubel of New Providence, Tyler William Werhel of Robinson, PA, 3 brother’s; Richard, Jr husband of Elizabeth of Danville, CA, Douglas, husband of Crystal of Holtwood, John companion of Tracy of Burgettstown, PA, and numerous nieces and nephews. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Catherine of Siena Church, 955 Robert Fulton Highway, Quarryville on Friday, November 20, 2009 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Ronald J. Moratelli as celebrant. The burial will be in St. Catherine’s Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be held at Reynolds Funeral Home, 144 East State Street, Quarryville on Thursday from 6:00-8:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Knights of Columbus Council 9164, c/o St Catherine of Siena Church.

Jean Louise Washburn Weigand, 81, died peacefully on Sunday, October 18, 2009 in Oxford, PA. Jean was born January 21, 1928 in Springfield, MA, and was the daughter of Everett L. and Anne Louise (Davis) Washburn. Jean was preceded in death by her brother Dave and her sister Trish.Jean grew up in Westerly, Rhode Island and in Wayne, PA. She graduated from Radnor High School, as well as Wilson College in Chambersburg, PA. Jean is survived by her husband George (of Brackney, PA and Sebastian, FL), her sons Frank of Quarryville, PA and Davis of Burlington, VT; her daughter Anne of Poultney, VT; and her 4 grandchildren Ryan, Noah, Andy, and Tess.The interment of Jean L. Weigand will be held at Edgell Grove Cemetery in Framingham, MA on October 31, 2009 at 12:00PM. The family wishes that in lieu of flowers, in honor of Jean’s work in adult literacy, donations may be directed to the Literacy Council of Lancaster-Lebanon, 38 West King Street, Lancaster, PA 17603. Reynolds Funeral Home, Quarryville, PA serving the family. To send an online note of condolence, please visit our website at www.reynoldsfuneralhome.net\

Marian S. Glick, 95, formerly of Millersville passed away Wednesday, October 14, 2009 at Luther Acres Manor. She was the wife Willis W. Glick with whom she celebrated their 73rd wedding anniversary on April 11, 2009. She was born in Creswell daughter of the late Milton D. and Elma E. Shuman Frey. She was a cook at the Mennonite Home and Millersville University before her retirement in 1975. She was a member of Bethany Evangelical Congregational Church of Creswell where she taught Sunday School, was the organist and pianist for 50 years; a member of the Missionary Society; Creswell Sewing Circle; Farm Women Society #12; and Lancaster WCTU. Surviving in addition to her husband, one granddaughter: Sandra wife of D. Kurt Hendershott, Willow Street. One grandson: Gregory husband of Darla Kuhns, Lancaster. Former granddaughter-in-law: Kathy A. Kuhns, Lititz. Three great-grandchildren. Two great-great grandchildren and four step-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two sons: Carl N. Glick and Stanley L. Glick. One brother: Wayne Frey. The family would like to thank the staff at Luther Acres Manor for the wonderful care shown to them. The Funeral Service will be held at the Bethany E.C. Church of Creswell, 1165 Letort Road, Conestoga, PA 17516 on Monday, October 19, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor John S. Smith, officiating. Interment in Creswell Cemetery. Friends may call at the church from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Bethany E.C. Church of Creswell. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia.

Dorothy E. (Bleacher) Germeyer, 77, of Columbia, passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer on Thursday, October 15, 2009 at the Hospice Center in Mount Joy. She was the daughter of the late William and Ida E. Shuman. She attended Manor Church. She enjoyed cooking, reading a good book and spending time with her family. She is survived by her children: David married to Rose Germeyer, Lancaster; Jeffrey married to Carol Germeyer, Lancaster; and Gwendolyn married to Scott Keebler, Columbia. Eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. A celebration of her life will be held at Manor Church, 530 Central Manor Road, on Saturday, October 17, 2009 at 12:00 noon with Pastor Robert Sheetz, officiating. Interment in Centerville Cemetery. A viewing will be held at the church from 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 noon. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Hospice of Lancaster County, 685 Good Drive, PO Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125 or the American Cancer Society, ATTN: For Families in Need, 314 Good Drive, Lancaster, PA 17603. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia.

John E. Kraft

Funeral Director

John E. Kraft, 77, of Mountville passed away on Wednesday October 14, 2009 at St. Anne's Retirement Community. He was the husband of the late Marie B. Kraft, who passed away on April 19, 1988 and Jeanne M. Lehman Kraft with whom he celebrated their 9th wedding anniversary on March 11, 2009. He owned and operated the John E. Kraft Funeral Home, Mountville from 1962 until 2004 and opened his branch location in Columbia in 1992 before transferring ownership of both funeral homes to Greg and Dolly Workman in 2004. John was a graduate of Columbia High School and Temple University Class of 1958. He was also a graduate of Eckels School of Embalming. John was a member of the National Funeral Directors Association; the Pennsylvania Funeral Directors Association and the Lancaster County Funeral Directors Association where he served as Past President. He was a member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church where he served as an usher and trustee. He was a veteran of the US Army serving during the Korean Conflict. John was a member of Columbia Lodge #286 F&AM; Cyrene Commandery #34; Royal Arch Chapter #224; Lancaster Lodge of Perfection, 14th Degree, Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite; Council of Princes of Jerusalem 16th Degree; Chapter of Rose Croix 18th Degree and Consistory 32 Degree; Valley of Harrisburg; Lancaster County Scottish Rite Club of Harrisburg Consistory where he served as Past President; Zembo Temple, AAOMN Shrine Harrisburg; Craftsman Club of Columbia, where he served as Past President; Lancaster County Shrine Club, where he served as Past President; and Masonic Village High Twelve Club #629. He served on Mountville Borough Council from 1989-1994; served on the Mountville Authority Board and was an active participant when Mountville had its own water system and when the Lake Grubb Nature Park was established. A member of the Mountville Welfare Association and he received the Lancaster New Era Award in 2005. A member and Past President of the Mountville Lions Club; an eye enucleator for the Northeast Pennsylvania Lions Eye Bank and he was a recipient of the Melvin Jones Fellowship recognition. He enjoyed fly fishing and RV Camping.

Surviving in addition to his wife, two daughters: Kathleen wife of Ronald Fritz, Willow Street and Eileen L. wife of Thomas W. Beck, West Hempfield Township. Four grandchildren: Kristine M. wife of Adam C. Koenig, Baltimore, MD; Renee E. Fritz, Willow Street; Nathan T. Beck and Jonathan K. Beck, both of West Hempfield Township. One step-son: Scott R. husband of Cindy Lehman, York. One step-daughter: Christine C. wife of Fred Beard, Mountville. Three step-grandsons: Wesley R. husband of Jeanette Beard; Eric R. Beard and Ryan E. Turner. He was preceded in death by four brothers: Clyde W. Kraft; Ralph V. Kraft; George P. Kraft and Harry M. Kraft.

The Funeral Service will be held at St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 100 West Main Street, Mountville, PA 17554 on Sunday, October 18, 2009 at 1:00 P.M. with Pastor Janet E. Steger and Pastor Arthur L. Rettew, officiating. Interment in Mountville Cemetery with Military Honors being accorded by the Red Roses Veterans Honor Guard. Friends may call at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville on Saturday, from 5:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. Masonic service by Columbia Lodge #286 F&AM will be held at 8:45 P.M. THERE WILL BE NO VIEWING ON SUNDAY. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: Hospice of Lancaster County, 685 Good Drive, PO Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125 or St. Paul's United Methodist Church.

NO PHOTO AVAILABLE-John Hugo Knoble, 83, passed into the presence of the Lord on October 4th, 2009 after a short illness. In 1991 he retired from 30 years of missionary service in Japan and in 1996 moved to Quarryville Presbyterian Retirement Community. (QPRC) He volunteered at the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania and Historic Lancaster Walking Tour. He was honored as the 2008 Alumnus of the Year by Lancaster Bible College and at QPRC is known as the "train man" because of his model trains and village on permanent display. His memorial service will be held at QPRC on Thursday, October 8, at 2:30 p.m. Reynolds Funeral Home, 144 East State Street, Quarryville, PA

Clair Flickinger, 87, Ephrata, died Sunday, October 4, 2009, in Ephrata Community Hospital. Born in East Earl Township, a son of the late William and Orlean (Showalter) Flickinger, he was the husband of Mary E. (Miller) Flickinger for 44 years on October 2^nd. A 1940 Terre Hill High School graduate, he was a Navy veteran of World War II. A member, 22 year treasurer and Sunday school teacher of St. Paul’s Evangelical Congregational Church, Reamstown, Clair was an avid quaits player, rose gardener and Phillies and Giants fan. Retiring from Valley Protein, formerly Messner Brothers, Terre Hill, after 49 years, he worked for Ritter Tours and Elite Coach, Ephrata, and last for Martin Country Market, Ephrata. Also surviving are daughters, Audrey M. (Robert) Ritter, Reamstown; and Barbara L. (Barton) Laukhuff, New Holland; 4 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; sisters, Dorothy (Fred) Styer, Terre Hill; and Leona (Thomas) Pavlakis, Lancaster; and a brother, Willis (Irene Stafford) Flickinger, Ephrata. He was predeceased by sisters, Elva Sensenig and Mary Jane Stafford, and brothers, Marvin and Alvin Flickinger.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, October 8, 2009, at 2:00 PM from Good Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, Reamstown, with his pastor, The Rev. Kirk R. Marks, officiating. Burial in Salem Union Cemetery, Reamstown. A viewing will be held on Wednesday evening from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. Rather than flowers, contributions in Clair’s memory may be sent to St. Paul’s E. C. Church, Box 275, Reamstown, PA 17567 or Ephrata Community Hospital, 169 Martin Avenue, Ephrata, PA 17522. www.goodfuneral.com.

Dorothy W. Allen, 77, of 448 Groffdale Rd., Quarryville, PA, died on Thursday, July 23, 2009, at Hospice of Lancaster County, Mt. Joy. She was the wife of Marshall P. Allen. They had celebrated 55 years of marriage.

Dorothy was a nurse, working in different healthcare facilities in Chester and Lancaster Counties.

She was born in Chester Co., daughter of the late Sheridan and Katherine Rothemal Watkins.

She is survived by her husband Marshall P. of Quarryville, PA, her son Chuck, husband of Bobbi Allen of Ashburn, VA, grandchildren; Bradley and Kevin Allen , great-grandson; Joshua Allen , and her brother Palmer Watkins of Catonsville, MD. She was predeceased by her sister Betty Hastings.

Private family services will be held. Burial in the Oxford Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lancaster County, P.O. Box 4125, Lancaster PA 17604.

Reynolds Funeral Home, 144 East State Street, Quarryville, PA. To send a note of condolence to the family, please visit our website at; www.reynoldsfuneralhome.net

William H. Dommell, Jr., 91, of White Oak Road, Strasburg, PA, died on Saturday, August 22, 2009, at Lancaster General Hospital. He was the husband of Roselyn Carrigan Dommell. They had celebrated 60 years of marriage.

William had retired after 45 years in the finishing department with the former Armstrong Cork Co., Lancaster.

William was a member of F. &A.M. #156, Quarryville, and Harrisburg Consistory. He was also a charter member of the former Strasburg V.F.W. William had served his country in the US Army, Battery B, 70^th Coast Aux. serving in the Pacific Theater.

In addition to his wife he is survived by nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a sister; Letitia Bable.

The Funeral Service will be held at Zion United Church of Christ, 900 Winter Hill Road, Strasburg on Monday, August 31, 2009 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Dr. James R. Haun officiating. The burial will be in Quarryville Cemetery. Visitation will be held at Reynolds Funeral Home, 144 East State Street, Quarryville, on Sunday from 6:30-7:30 PM and on Monday at the church one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Susquehanna Assoc. for the Blind, 244 N. Queen St, Lancaster PA 17603.

Helen Frances “Toots” Bechtold Lefever, age 79, formerly of White Oak Road, Strasburg, died Friday evening at the Mennonite Home where she resided for the past 4 years. She was the widow of Robert G. “Pork” Lefever who died December 1, 1995. Toots was born on April 10, 1930 in West Willow, a daughter of the late Henry S. and Viola Bechtold. She was a 50+ member of Zion United Church of Christ, Strasburg and a Hospice of Lancaster County volunteer. Helen had been employed as a secretary for Armstrong Co., a teller for Farmer’s First Bank in Quarryville and a teller for Bank of Lancaster County at the Strasburg and Willow Street offices. She was a 1948 graduate of Penn Manor High School. Her enjoyments included her family, cooking, crafts, jig-saw puzzles, gardening, bowling, fishing, bird watching, and many other outdoor activities. She is survived by three daughters, Debra J. wife of Blake E. Nicholson of Exton, Vickie L. wife of Daniel Allwine of Ephrata, Linda M. Stymiest of Waynesboro; seven grandchildren and spouses; five sisters, Anna Mary Bechtold of Lancaster, Verna Dagen of Carlisle, Henrietta Brooks of Lititz, Arlene Kirchner of Manheim, Evelyn wife of Paul R. Miller, Sr. of Lancaster; and a half brother, Henry F. Bechtold of New Providence. Helen’s family wishes to thank the staff at the Mennonite Home for the excellent care given to their mother. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, September 2^nd at 3:00PM at Zion United Church of Christ, Strasburg, 900 Winter Hill Road, Strasburg, PA with Rev. Dr. James R. Haun officiating. Interment will follow in the adjoining cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church from 1:30PM until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Mrs. Lefever’s memory to Mennonite Home, 1520 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601. Reynolds Funeral Home, Quarryville, PA serving the family. To send an online note of condolence, please visit our website at reynoldsfuneralhome.net

A. Marvin Paxson, 87, of Quarryville, PA, died on Monday, September 21, 2009, at Lancaster General Hospital. He was the husband of Virginia Webster Paxson. They had celebrated 63 years of marriage. After working with his father on the family farm, Marvin had worked at Lukens Steel Co., Trojan Boat Co., and Penn Dairies. He retired from Plumber and Pipefitters, Local 520. He was a member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. He was also a member of Memorial United Methodist Church, Quarryville, and attended Union Presbyterian Church, Kirkwood. Marvin enjoyed spending time at his cabin on the Ottawa River in Quebec, Canada. He was born in Kirkwood, son of the late Albert and Ruth Furniss Paxson. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son; John, husband of Brenda Paxson of Mountville, daughter ‘s; Sally Nicholls of Conestoga, Sue, wife of Dane Nicodemus of Conestoga, Joanne, wife of Gary Latham of Nottingham, 8 grandchildren, and 6 great grandchildren. He was predeceased by 2 sisters; Mary Hogg, and Laura Gamble. The Funeral Service will be held at Reynolds Funeral Home, 144 East State Street, Quarryville, PA on Saturday, September 26, 2009 at 10:30 A.M. The burial will be in Union Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 9:30-10:30AM. To send an online note of condolence to the family, please visit our website at; http://www.reynoldsfuneralhome.net

Olive L. Wingenroth, 91, Reamstown, died Sept. 15, 2009, in Ephrata Hospital. Born in East Cocalico Twp., a daughter of the late William L. and Stella H. (Lied) Shober, her husband, Carl E. “Wingy” Wingenroth, died Nov. 17, 1993. A 1935 graduate of East Cocalico Vocation School, Olive was a longtime Sunday school teacher at Salem UCC, Reamstown, and a Brownie leader. Retiring in 1980, she was a 30 year cafeteria worker at East Cocalico High School and later Reamstown Elementary School. Surviving is a daughter, Sandra L. (Edward G.) Fasnacht, Akron; son, Gerald S. Wingenroth, East Cocalico Twp.; granddaughters, Beth A. (Jeff) Clifford, Huntington Beach, CA; and Deidre A. (Hadley) Brown, Lancaster; a great-grandson, Daniel Clifford; and sister, Annabelle Saylor, Harrisburg. Brothers, Roy and Mark Shober, predeceased her. Funeral services will be held Monday, Sept. 21, at 11 AM from Good Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, Reamstown, with The Rev. Stephen E. Hollinger officiating. The viewing will be 10-11 AM with burial in Pleasant View Cemetery, Sinking Spring. www.goodfuneral.com.

Avery Scott Wood, 6, Reinholds, better known to family and friends as “Bear” or “Lil’ Man”, moved on to be with Jesus on Sept. 8, 2009, at 5:47 AM in Hershey Medical Center. A Denver Elementary 1^st grader, Avery loved life and lived it with INTENSE FEROCITY! He love playing video games, wrestling and swimming with his brothers (who love him very deeply and will miss him very much). A true superhero to his family, friends and 3 ‘nuther’ families whose children he helped save by organ donation. Surviving are his father, Bryan Wood, brother David Wood, both Ephrata; mother, Sarah (Good) Wood, ‘nuther Dad’, Jeff High, brothers, Tim and Tyler, all of Reinholds; maternal grandparents, Terry & Karen Good, Ephrata; paternal grandparents, Glenn Wood, Pascagoula, MS, and Diana Wood, Wind Gap, PA; along with many other family and friends who loved him dearly.

Father’s service will be held Friday, Sept. 11, at 4:00 PM from Good Funeral Home, Reamstown, Pastor Ray Deamer officiating, with viewing 3-4 PM. Mother’s service will be Saturday, Sept. 12, at 10:30 AM from Mellinger’s Lutheran Church, Schoeneck, Pastor Tim Craven officiating, with viewing 9-10:30 AM. Private burial in Mt. Airy Union Cemetery. Kindly omit flowers, contributions in Avery’s memory payable to Penn State w/ memo of Pediatric Intensive Care; mail to: Penn State-Hershey Medical Center, University Development, Box 852, Hershey, PA 17033. www.goodfuneral.com

David M. Hohneck, 64, of 990 Lancaster Pike, Quarryville, Pa and formerly of Philadelphia died early Sunday morning at Fitzgerald Mercy Hospital at Vitas Hospice in Darby, Pa. Mr. Hohneck was born in Philadelphia a son of the late George A. and Jennie Hohneck. He was a member of St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church where he served as a greeter. He had been employed at Darrenkampts Market in Willow Valley, PA. He was a member of Catholic Social Services Life Sharing Program. He enjoyed animals, sports, especially Philadelphia teams, swimming, camping and fishing. Mr. Hohneck is survived by his Life Sharing Provider Mom Rose Repsch, her son Robert and his wife Donna Repsch., and their children. Mr. Hohneck is also survived by a half sister June Hohneck Grillo of Los Osos, Ca., Sister in law Kitty Hohneck of Germansville, Pa.and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his Life Sharing Brother Leroy Repsch and brother's; George, Jr., and Joseph and his Sisters Catherine and Louise.
A Mass ofCbristian Burial will be held on Friday, September 4th at 12 Noon. from St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church, 955 Robert Fulton Highway, Quarryville, Pa. with Rev. Ronald J. Moratelli as celebrant. Final Commendation and Farewell will follow in St. Catherine's Catholic Cemetery. Friends may call at the church from 11:00 A.M. until the time of service. Kindly omit flowers. Contributions may be made in David's memory to St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church. 955 Robert Fulton Highway, Quarryville, Pa. 17566. Reynolds Funeral Home, 144 East State Street, Quarryville, PA serving the family. To send an online note of condolence to the family, please visit our website at; www.reynoldsfuneralhome.net

William “Rudy” Brossman, 91, East Earl, died following a brief illness at home August 20, 2009, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Red Run, a son of the late John V. and Katie (Hainely) Brossman, his wife of 66 years, Cherrylynn M. (Dubson) Brossman, died April 17. “Rudy” was a World War II Marine Corps veteran and received a purple heart for the battle at Iwo Jima. A member of Muddy Creek Lutheran Church, he enjoyed hunting, was a board member of The Ann Brossman Sweigart Charitable Foundation, a member of the Adamstown VFW and the Ephrata American Legion. He actively owned and operated Valley Shoppe Hats & Antiques, East Earl, for 42 years, was a Stoudt’s Black Angus Antique Mall standholder for 35 years and worked at Bollman Hat Company, Adamstown.

Surviving is a daughter, C. Lynn (Gary R.) Redcay, Reinholds; a son, W. Craig (Ruth Ann Johnson) Brossman, Terre Hill; grandsons, William Michael Brossman and Jason R. Redcay; sister, Kathryn G. (Franklin E.) Kutz, Denver; and brother, Pheryl V. (Carolyn Denny) Brossman, Seguin, TX. He was predeceased by a brother, John L. Brossman. Memorial services will be held on Tuesday, August 25, 2009, at 11:00 AM from Muddy Creek Lutheran Church, 11 South Muddy Creek Road, Denver, PA 17517, with his pastor, The Rev. Paul W. Smeltz, officiating, with family greeting friends following the service. Inurnment at 2:30 PM from St. John’s Gernant’s Cemetery, Leesport. Kindly omit flowers; contributions to the American Cancer Society, 314 Good Drive, Lancaster, PA 17603. Guidance provided by Good Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, Reamstown. www.goodfuneral.com.

Wilda M. Beck, 93, formerly of Ephrata & Adamstown, died August 8, 2009, in Zerbe Sisters Nursing Center, Narvon. Born in Altoona, a daughter of the late John and Mary (Frederick) Faust, she was the wife of Edwin S. Beck, Sr., Narvon, for 73 years. An active member of Muddy Creek Evangelical Lutheran Church, she worked several jobs as a housekeeper. Wilda enjoyed quilting and cherished her family. Also surviving is a daughter, Janet K. (Charles W.) Frantz, Terre Hill; sons, Edwin S. (Mary White) Beck, Jr., Denver; and Russell L. (Nancy Yohn) Beck, New Holland; daughter-in-law, Jeannette (Stover) Beck, Ephrata; 9 granchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; 7 great-great-grandchildren; and a sister, Clara E. Faust, Altoona. She was predeceased by a son, James E. Beck, a grandson, Russell Beck, Jr., and 3 brothers. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, August 12, 2009, at 10:00 AM from Muddy Creek Lutheran Church, 11 South Muddy Creek Church Road, Denver, PA 17517, with The Rev. Paul W. Smeltz officiating. Burial will follow in Pleasant View Cemetery, Sinking Spring, PA. Viewings will be held Tuesday 7:00 to 9:00 PM from Good Funeral Home & Cremation Centre of Reamstown and at the church Wednesday from 9:00 to 10:00 AM. Wilda requested that rather than flowers, contributions be sent to her church Memorial Fund or Hospice of Lancaster County, Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125.

Cora A. Martin, 93, of Ephrata, died August 6, 2009, in Ephrata Manor. A daughter of the late Rev. Albert J. and Anna (Geiser) Schankel, she was the wife of Mark Y. Martin for 72 years. A member of Grace E. C. Church, Akron, she was a longtime Sunday school teacher and choir member. Cora was a charter member of the Ephrata Christian Women’s Club. She prepared taxes and was an agent for 40 years at H. G. Martin Real Estate, clerked sales with Glenn Horst Auctions for 35 years and co-owned and operated Cedar Crest Motel with her husband. Also surviving are daughters, Kay A. (Donald) Kurtz, Ephrata; Pearl E. (Dale) Weller, Lititz; and Dawn R. Fortna, Ephrata; daughter-in-law, Mary (Royer) Martin, Akron; 11 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; a great-great-granddaughter; and sister, Dorothy (Herbert) Barrett, NV. She was predeceased by a son, M. Dale Martin and 2 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Monday, August 10, 2009, at 10:00 AM from Grace Evangelical Congregational Church, North 7^th and Fulton Streets, Akron, PA 17501-0235, with The Rev. Ed Vondran and The Rev. Les Cool officiating. A viewing will be held at the church from 9:00 to 10:00 AM. Burial will follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Ephrata. Cora requested that rather than flowers, contributions be sent to her church Memorial Fund (address above). Service details preplanned with Good Funeral Home, Reamstown.

John I. Martin, 68, Denver, died July 16, 2009, in Essa Flory Hospice Center, East Hempfield Township. Born in Lancaster, a son of the late Irvin N. and Edna K. (High) Martin, he was an army veteran during the Vietnam War. John loved gardening and was concerned about environmental preservation. Surviving is his former wife, Mary E. (Stahl) Martin; son, John Martin, Jr.; sisters, Sally (Edmond) Cramer, and Maryann (William) Haller, all of Denver; and a brother, Clayton (Ella Mae Gray) Martin, Oakland, MD. John requested that all services be private. Contributions may be sent to the American Cancer Society, 314 Good Drive, Lancaster, PA 17603. Guidance provided by Good Funeral Home & Cremation Centre of Reamstown.

Richard Lorah, 76, of Denver, died Monday, July 20, 2009, at 3:00 AM in the emergency room of Ephrata Community Hospital. Born in Reamstown, a son of the late Horace and Dorothy G. (Ludwig) Lorah, he was the husband of Margaret A. (Kline) Lorah for 44 years. He served during the Korean Conflict, 2 years in the army and 4 years with the Air Force, and retired from Hamilton Equipment, Ephrata, in 1998. A charter member of Washington Avenue Bible Church, he loved baseball, softball and football. Also surviving is a brother, Melvin H. Lorah, Lititz. He was predeceased by a sister, Eleanor Hannaway. Private graveside services will be held from Ruhl’s Cemetery, Manheim, with Pastor Bill Shaw officiating. Rather than flowers, contributions may be sent to his church, 149 Washington Ave., Ephrata, PA 17522. Guidance provided by Good Funeral Home & Cremation Centre of Reamstown

Mildred I. “Millie” Wingenroth, 90, formerly of Reamstown, died July 14, 2009, in Maple Farms Nursing Center, Akron. Born in Reamstown, a daughter of the late Isaac and Gertie (Frecht) Wingenroth, she had worked at several textile factories in the Ephrata area. “Mim” enjoyed walking, visiting friends and her parakeets. Surviving are sisters, Alma Summers, Lititz; and Patsy (Nevin R.) McQuate, Denver; brother, Clyde Wingenroth, Ephrata; and nieces and nephews. Private services. Good Funeral Home & Cremation Centre of Reamstown.

Michael S. Kreitz, 57, Reamstown, died at home July 12, 2009. Born in Rapid City, South Dakota, a son of the late Stanley A. and Julie (Thompson) Kreitz, Jr., he was the husband of Susan I. (Kramer) Kreitz for 5 years. A 1971 Ephrata High School graduate, he was an army veteran of the Vietnam War and worked as a welder for Ladder Towers, Akron. Mike was a Beatles fan, had a fondness for England, where he spent childhood years, and loved family trips to the beach. He will be greatly missed as a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle. Also surviving is a daughter, Danielle M. Kreitz, Reamstown; granddaughters, Alexandra & Alivia Settle; sisters, Janice J. (Barry) Frey, Ephrata; and Barbara L. Leisey, Reinholds; a niece and 2 nephews. He was predeceased by a son, Tevin Michael Kreitz, in 2006. At Michael’s request, all arrangements will be private. Guidance provided by Good Funeral Home & Cremation

Rae Irene Kachel, 60, Adamstown, died at home July 7, 2009. Born in West Reading, a daughter of the late Raymond F. and Irene E. (Wanner) Mertz, she would have celebrated 31 years of marriage to Paul H. Kachel on July 8^th. A 1966 Ephrata High School graduate, she was employed by Bollman Hat Company, Mt. Bethany Company, and last by the Ephrata WalMart. A member of Peace United Church of Christ, Swartzville, she was a past president of the Adamstown VFW Ladies Auxiliary, a life member of Scotland School, Franklin Co., enjoyed gardening, was an “Elvis” fan and loved her cat, “Spot”. Also surviving are daughters, Roxanne I. Tobias, Adamstown; and Denise G. (Leslie) Spang, Newmanstown; sons, Matthew S. Cammauf, Pensacola, FL; and Allen Kachel, Mountaintop; grandchildren, Lena Crespo, Michael & Joshua Tobias, Raymond Cammauf, Charles Spang, and Eric & Alisson Kachel; great-grandchildren, Alexander Kyle and Brionna Ray Crespo; sisters, Jo-ann (Merle) Snader, Manheim; and Linda (Larry) Ruth, Lititz; and a brother, Edwin Mertz, Ephrata. Funeral services will be Friday, July 10, 2009, at 10 AM from Good Funeral Home & Cremation Centre of Reamstown with The Rev. William E. Hoch officiating. Burial in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Adamstown. A viewing will be held on Thursday evening from 6 to 8 pm. Flowers are welcome or contributions to Hospice of Lancaster County, Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125.

Mary Elizabeth “Mimi” Marshall, 92, Ephrata, formerly of Riverdale, MD, died July 2, 2009, in the Essa Flory Hospice Center, East Hempfield Township. Born in King George County, VA, a daughter of the late George W. and Eva J. (Miller) Ashby, her husband of 55 years, George E. Marshall, died June 3, 1991. Retiring in 1972, she worked over 40 years as financial officer of the District of Columbia. Surviving is a sister, Marie B. Hiles, Nashville, TN; 4 nephews, a niece, 9 grandnieces & nephews; 16 great-great-grandnieces & nephews, all who will miss her greatly! She was predeceased by a brother, L. Franklin Ashby; sisters, Jeanette Ashby, M. Helen Vickers Holleman; and a grandnephew, D. Wayne Edwards, Jr. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, July 7, at 11 AM from the Mausoleum Chapel of Ft. Lincoln Cemetery, 3401 Bladensburg Road, Brentwood, MD 20722; viewing 10-11 AM with burial to follow. Rather than flowers, contributions to American Heart Association, 610 Community Way, Lancaster, PA 17603. Services by Good Funeral Home, Reamstown, PA.

Phyllis C. Stiefel, 77, Ephrata, died June 29, 2009, in Ephrata Community Hospital. Born in Lancaster, a daughter of the late William and Netta (Harlem) Canter, she was the wife of Herbert R. Stiefel for 54 years. A 1950 graduate of McCaskey High School, Lancaster, she loved taking cruises and spending time with her grandchildren. Phyllis was of the Jewish Faith. She had worked years ago at Armstrong Cork, Lancaster, and later assisted her husband in the operation of The Main Theater, Ephrata, until 1990. Also surviving is a son, Michael P. (Laura McMillan) Stiefel, Rheems; a daughter, Sandra S. (James H., III) Brown, Ephrata; and grandchildren, Jory, Mika, Hutton and Kris. Private services will be held by the family. Rather than flowers, contributions in Phyllis’ memory may be sent to the American Cancer Society, 314 Good Drive, Lancaster, PA 17603. Guidance provided by Good Funeral Home & Cremation Centre of Reamstown.

Viola M. Stover, 89, formerly of Brecknock Township, died June 28, 2009, in Denver Nursing Home. Born in South Annville Township, Lebanon County, she was a daughter of the late Calvin E. and Elizabeth G. (Ebersole) Shuey. A 21 year employee of Bollman Hat Company, Adamstown, she enjoyed reading and embroidery. Surviving is a daughter, Sandra K. (Joseph) Reeder, Stevens; and sons, Kenneth E. Stover, Bowmansville; Donald L. (Patty) Stover, Ocala, FL; Jay R. Stover, Mountville; and Dennis K. (companion of Mabel) Stover, Manheim; 11 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandson; sisters, Anna E. Bomgardner and Irene E. Gingrich, and brother, David C. Shuey, all of Annville. She was predeceased by a daughter, Carol; brother, Jacob; a granddaughter; and 2 great-granddaughters. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, July 1, 2009, at 11:00 AM from Good Funeral Home & Cremation Centre of Reamstown, with viewing from 10-11 AM. Burial in Muddy Creek Cemetery, Swartzville.

Grace Ann Chase, 89, of Quarryville, Pa, passed away Monday, July 20, 2009 at Quarryville Presbyterian Retirement Community. She was the wife of G. Seldon “Ted” Chase. They had celebrated 64 years of marriage. Grace was born in Quarryville, daughter of the late John Earl and Verna Keen Newswanger. Grace was a teacher, and began teaching in the Kirkwood School. Two years later she moved to the Hope School where she taught 1st through 8^th grades, including some of the first Amish children in the area. She enjoyed sewing, making many of her own clothes. She enjoyed going to auctions with her father J. Earl Newswanger and her cousin Helen Shaub. She also enjoyed traveling with her husband and her friend Reba Rineer.

Grace had been an active member of the Southern Lancaster County Historical Society and belonged to Farm Women # 11. She was also active in the Solanco Fair Association in its early years, helping with the Fair’s annual Baby Parade.

Most important to her was her church; St Paul’s Church in Quarryville, where she was a lifelong member. She sang in the church choir, taught adult Sunday school classes and was involved in other ministries in the church.

Grace is survived by her husband, her son; John Earl Chase, husband of Patricia of Quarryville, and 2 grandchildren; Sara and Christine Chase.

Friends are invited to attend a visitation on Friday, July 24, 2009 at the Reynolds Funeral Home, 144 East State Street, Quarryville from 7-9:00 PM. Private funeral services will be held Saturday, with burial in Quarryville Cemetery. Kindly omit flowers with memorial contributions in Grace’s memory to; Noah’s Ark Nursery School, St Paul’s Church, 1 West Fourth Street, Quarryville, PA 17566. To send an online note of condolence to the family, please visit our website; www.reynoldsfuneralhome.net.

Robert Earl Patterson, 79, of Cochranville, PA died at Temple Lung Center after a six week illness. He was the beloved husband of Elizabeth Logan with whom he shared 27 years of marriage. Born in Malvern, P A he was the son of the late Jesse and Elouisa Parke Patterson.

Robert farmed the Great Valley for over 60 years and was proud of his beautiful dairy cows. In 1983 he moved to Washington County and in 1986 to Lancaster County where he later served as Quarryville Borough Council member and then president before moving back to Chester County in Cochranville.

Robert is survived by his wife, Elizabeth, his son; Jeffrey Patterson, of Glenmore, his daughter; Karen Dixon, of West Chester, his granddaughters; Jessica Prado and Erin Dixon, his twin great-granddaughters Allison and Skylar Dixon and his dear friend David North Jordan. He was predeceased by his brother, Richard Patterson.

Friends are invited to attend the funeral service from the Reynolds Funeral Home 144 East State Street, Quarryville, PA on Friday, July 24, 2009 at 12:00 noon with pastor Davis Tate officiating. Interment will be in the Great Valley Presbyterian Cemetery. A viewing will be held Thursday evening from 7-9:00 PM and on Friday one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Bob's memory may be made to the American Lung Assoc., 527 Plymouth Rd., Suite 403, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462. To send an online note of condolence to the family, please visit our website; www.reynoldsfuneralhome.net

Patricia Marie Wiggins, 67, of Peach Bottom, PA, died on Sunday, July 19, 2009, at Lancaster General Hospital.

Pat was born in Elkton, MD, daughter of the late Robert and Carrie Miller Wiggins.

She is survived by half brother; Denny, husband of Bernice Wiggins of Rising Sun, MD, half sister; Carol, wife of Rex Funk of Colora, MD, step mother; Lillian Wiggins of Colora, MD, her dog Archie, her two cats Lily, and Charlie, and lots of cousins and friends.

A memorial service will be held Friday, July 24, 2009 at 2:00 PM from the New Providence Baptist Church, 155 Beaver Valley Pike, New Providence. Reynolds Funeral Home, 144 East State Street, Quarryville, PA assisting the family. To send a note of condolence to the family, please visit our website at; www.reynoldsfuneralhome.net

Lester H. Ranck, age 85, of 609 Center Road, Quarryville died Friday morning at Hospice of Lancaster County, Mount Joy. He and his wife Mary R. Todd Ranck celebrated 64 years of marriage this past March. Lester was born in Paradise Township, a son of the late Edwin and M. Helen Hershey Ranck. A lifelong farmer in East Drumore Township, he also had worked for Vintage Sales Stables in his younger years. He was a member of Mechanic Grove Mennonite Church and had served on the East Drumore Township Planning Commission. Lester enjoyed the outdoors, mainly fishing and hunting and belonged to the June Hollow Deer Camp in McKean County. In addition to his wife, he is survived by four children, Jay L. Ranck of Peach Bottom, Judy L. married to James Thomas of New Providence, Ronald L. married to Bonita Nissley Ranck of Leola, Randall L. married to Patricia Groff Ranck of Lancaster; nine grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; and two brothers, Donald Ranck and Frederick Ranck. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Raymond Ranck and Arthur Ranck. Funeral services will be held on Monday, July 13^th at 2:00PM from Mechanic Grove Mennonite Church, Center Road, Quarryville, PA with Bishop Richard L. Buckwalter and Pastor Wayne Kreider officiating. Interment will follow in the adjoining cemetery. Friends may call at the Reynolds Funeral Home, 144 East State Street on Sunday from 6:00-8:00PM and again at the church on Monday from 1:00PM until the time of service. Kindly omit flowers. Contributions may be made in Lester’s memory to Hospice of Lancaster County, P. O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125. To send an online note of condolence, please visit our website at

LeRoy C. Repsch, age 75, of 990 Lancaster Pike, Quarryville, PA and formerly of Philadelphia, died Sunday afternoon at Lancaster General Hospital. Mr. Repsch was born in Philadelphia a son of the late Walter and Lillie May Repsch. He was a member of St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church where he served as a greeter and participated with Lancaster Generations, exercise and older Day Care. He had been employed in garage maintenance for Wenger’s Pontiac at the Buck. He enjoyed puzzles, sports especially Philadelphia teams, swimming, camping, fishing, and listening to country music. Mr. Repsch is survived by two siblings Jack Repsch of Quarryville and Lewis Repsch of Haddonfield, NJ; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brothers Walter and Robert and sisters Nancy, Lillie Mae and Florence. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, July 10^th at 12 Noon from Saint Catherine of Siena Catholic Church, 955 Robert Fulton Highway, Quarryville, PA with Rev. Ronald J. Mortatelli as celebrant. Final Commendation and Farewell will follow in St. Catherine’s Catholic Cemetery. Friends may call at the church from 11:00AM until the time of service. Kindly omit flowers. Contributions may be made in LeRoy’s memory to St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church, 955 Robert Fulton Highway, Quarryville, PA 17566. Reynolds Funeral Home serving the family. To send an online note of condolence, please visit our website at www.reynoldsfuneralhome.net

Wilbur A. R. Siddons, 94, died on Saturday, June 20, 2009, at Quarryville Presbyterian Retirement Community where he resided since 1991. He was the husband of the late Elizabeth Winger Siddons who died in 2008. Reverend Siddons was the founding pastor of Westminster Presbyterian Church, Lancaster. He was born in Rochester, NY, son of the late Henry and Mable Lockhart Siddons. Surviving are 2 sons; David and his wife Mary Jane of Lancaster, Dr. Phillip and his wife Linda of Buffalo, NY, 3 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren. The Funeral Service will be held at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2151 Oregon Pike, Lancaster, Pa 17601, on Wednesday, June 24, 2009 at 11:00 A.M. with Dr Michael Rogers officiating. The burial will be in Westminster Presbyterian Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church one hour prior to the service on Wednesday. Kindly omit flowers with memorial contributions in Rev. Siddons name to Westminster Presbyterian Church. Reynolds Funeral Home, 144 East State Street, Quarryville, PA. To send a note of condolence to the family, please visit our website at; www.reynoldsfuneralhome.net

Geraldine M. “Gerry” Clancy, 55, Denver, died June 26, 2009, at home following a courageous 2 ½ year battle with cancer. Born in Norristown, a daughter of Lena M. (Gianni) Sirchio, Conshohocken, and the late Stephen A. Sirchio, Jr., she was the wife of Jeffrey M. Clancy for 35 years. A member of Our Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Ephrata, she was a 1971 Arch Bishop Kennedy High School, Conshohocken, and last worked for LamTech, Ephrata. Gerry loved flower gardening and shopping. Also surviving: sons, Jeffrey M. (Marie Platteau) Clancy, Jr., Portland, ME; and Keith P. Clancy, Highland, NC; and brothers, Stephen A. (Deborah Poplowski) Sirchio, III, King of Prussia; and Ronald J. (Toy Dell Buono) Sirchio, Lafayette Hill. Mass of Christian Burial, Tuesday, June 30, 10 AM from SS Cosmas & Damian Catholic Church, 209 W. 5^th Ave., Conshohocken, PA 19428, with viewing 9-10 AM. Final commendation & farewell in St. Matthews Cemetery, Conshohocken. A viewing will also be held Monday from 7-9 PM in Good Funeral Home, Reamstown, with a prayer service at 8 PM. Rather than flowers, contributions may be sent to American Cancer Society, 314 Good Dr., Lancaster, PA 17603 or Hospice of Lanc. Co., Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125.

Sheila R. Moyer, 37, Ephrata, died June 21, 2009, in Lancaster General Hospital as a result of an auto accident. Born in Ephrata, a daughter of Carol L. (Wenrich) Moyer, companion of Barry Stapleton, Ephrata, and Roy A. Moyer, and step-mother, Edith (Becker) Moyer, Shillington, and was the 21 year companion of Steven W. Moore, with whom she resided. A 1989 Cocalico High School graduate, she was employed by Lancaster Laboratories, Leola, and Scooters, Lititz. Previously, she worked at Pepperidge Farms and Bollman Hat Company. Sheila was a NASCAR fan, loved traveling, camping, crocheting, trips to the beach, vegetable gardening and her dogs, Brennan, Acacia and Turbo. Also surviving: daughters, Desiree M. Moyer, Kayleigh M. Moore, Brianne N. Moore, and Danielle M. Moore, all Ephrata; brothers, Michael C. (Rikki) Moyer, Huntingdon; Mark A. (fiancé of Marlene Cohen), Denver; and Kelly S. (fiancé of Connie Mull) Wenrich, Ephrata. Funeral services will be Friday, June 26, at 2 PM from Good Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, Reamstown, with viewing 1-2 PM. Burial in Wyomissing Cemetery, Gouglersville. Flowers accepted; contributions to Animal Rescue League of Berks County, Inc., Box 69, Mohnton, PA 19540.

Bradley M. Sheaffer, 58, Bowmansville, died at home June 14, 2009. A son of the late Randolph W. and Elsie Mae (Musser) Sheaffer, he was the companion and husband of Patricia A. (Bender) Sheaffer for 32 years. A member of Ephrata Baptist Church, he was employed for 35 years by Kalas Manufacturing, Denver. Bradley enjoyed sports, hunting, fishing, old cars, NASCAR, was a Mark Martin fan and cherished time with his family. Also surviving: daughters, Robin K. (Ken) Boyer, Ephrata; Kandi S. Kelley, Bowmansville; and Stephanie L. Wenrich, Denver; sons, Earl E. Spoo, Jr., and Terry L. Spoo, both Bowmansville; 8 grandchildren; 2 great-granddaughters; and brothers, David (Shirley) Sheaffer, Old Fort, NC; and Dennis (Cathy) Sheaffer, Ephrata. A brother, Barry, predeceased him. Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 18, at 10 AM from Good Funeral Home & Cremation Centre of Reamstown. Burial in Mellinger’s Cemetery, Schoeneck. A viewing will be held on Wednesday evening from 6 to 8 PM.

Thomas W. Gregory, 68, Denver, went to meet The Lord June 10, 2009, in Mt. Joy Hospice Center. Born in West Chester, the son of the late William T. and Clara P. (Chambers) Gregory, he was the husband of Elizabeth A. (Gross) Gregory for 46 years. A 1959 Conestoga High School graduate, he attended the University of Hawaii, was a Vietnam Navy and Army veteran, and was a member of Cocalico Community Chapel, Denver. The founder of B&G Paper, he also enjoyed working in the food service industry. Tom played brass instruments with Reilley Raiders Drum & Bugle Corp, having performed for the president at the White House. Also surviving: sons, Mark T. (Valerie) Gregory, East Earl; Jason L. (Onzelle) Gregory, Honeybrook; and Rev. Charles A. (fiancé of Julie) Gregory, Denver; daughter, Bethany L. (Scot) Shrom, Lititz; and 6 grandchildren. Funeral services will be Monday, June 15, at 10 AM in Bethany Grace Fellowship, 400 Reading Road, East Earl, PA 17519 with Pastor Jon D. Miklas officiating. There will be no viewing. Graveside military honors will be at 2 PM in Grove Methodist Cemetery, 471 Boot Road, West Chester, PA 19380. Contributions to Hospice of Lancaster County, Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125 or potted live plants for Tom’s property may be sent. Guidance provided by Good Funeral Home of Reamstown.

Joyce E. Stover, 63, Bowmansville, died June 3, 2009, in Denver Nursing Home, Stevens, where she resided the past 4 years. Born in Red Run, a daughter of the late Harry M. and Florence S. (Heckman) Busser, she was the wife of Kenneth E. Stover for 46 years. A homemaker and member of Muddy Creek Lutheran Church, Swartzville, she enjoyed reading, crocheting, camping and riding motorcycle in earlier years. Also surviving are sons, Frederick A. (Sandra Horning) Stover, Stevens; Jeffrey S. (Lisa Recay) Stover; and Stephen M. (Melissa Galbreath) Stover, both of Denver; daughter, Stephanie S. (Brian) Clark, Clay; 6 grandchildren; a great-grandson; and brother, Donald E. (Nora S. Bauman) Busser, Stevens. She was predeceased by 2 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, June 9, 2009, at 10:00 AM from Good Funeral Home & Cremation Centre of Reamstown with her pastor, The Rev. Paul W. Smeltz, officiating. Burial in Muddy Creek Cemetery. A viewing will be held Monday from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Contributions may be sent to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Box 4527, New York, NY 10163.

Kathryn Zong, 95, Stevens, died June 3, 2009, in Ephrata Community Hospital. Born in Hopeland, a daughter of the late Henry and Fannie (Weit) Haas, her husband James E. Zong, died February 13, 1982. A member of Hopeland United Methodist Church, Kathryn’s zest for life was an inspiration for all who knew her. She enjoyed the outdoors, especially flower gardening, cooking, crocheting, loving her Lord and family and was a true lady with a sense of humor. Surviving is a daughter, Patricia A. Wolf, Stevens; grandson, Brad Wolf, Ephrata; granddaughter, Lori (Tim) Patterson, Stevens; and great-grandchildren, Drew, Cole, Ava & Taylor. Her son, James Henry Zong, died March 4, 2009. Funeral services will be held Saturday, June 6, at 3:00 PM in Hopeland U. M. Church, 295 N. Clay Rd., Lititz, PA 17543, with her pastor, The Rev. Dennis R. Snovel, officiating. Burial will follow in the adjoining cemetery. A viewing will be held on Friday evening from 7:00 to 9:00 PM at Good Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, Reamstown. If desired, contributions may be sent to her church at the address above.

Claire M. Zuchero, 83, Reinholds, Lancaster County, formerly of Levittown, died May 31, 2009, in Ephrata Community Hospital. Born in Charlotte, NC, a daughter of the late Robert Huntington and J. Jane (Plummer) Rice, her 1^st husband, William C. Hoida, and 2^nd husband, Michael Zuchero, both died in 1996. Claire was a kind and loving person, putting others before herself. She was an avid reader, a Willie Nelson fan, and enjoyed knitting and crossword puzzles. Also surviving are daughters, Claire J. (Michael) Hogan, Reinholds; Joanne Stienberg, Miami, FL; Holly (John) Gieda, Woodstock, GA; and Colette (Ed) Dolansky, Philadelphia; sons, Robert (Kathy) Hoida, Las Vegas, NV; and Raymond Hoida, Clementon, NJ; grandchildren, Lisa, Desiree, Kristen, Raymond, Sohmer, Noah, Michelle, Nadia, Rhiannon, Joey, Jeremy, Anna and Alyshia; great-grandchildren, Jonah, Owen, Justin, Destiny, Ian, Trent, Enis, Marley, Jacob, Justin, Scottie, Jeremy and Andrew; and a sister, Joan Rixey, Bethesda, MD. A daughter, Leslie Hoida, predeceased her. All services will be private. Rather than flowers, contributions to Ephrata Community Hospital, P. O. Box 1002, Ephrata, PA 17522. Guidance provided by Good Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, Reamstown.

Mary Ellen Eberhart, 72, of Ephrata, died May 30, 2009, at Hospice of Lanc. Co. – Mt. Joy. Born in Baltimore, MD, a daughter of Joseph N. and Adelaide (Ernstberger) Booker, she was the wife of Henry D. Eberhart for 50 years. Also surviving are daughters, Terri (Barry) Weitzel, Reinholds; Paul Eberhart, Ephrata; and Marti (Rodney) Smith, Bell, FL; a son, H. Daniel (Lori Hackman) Eberhart, Stevens; 8 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. A brother, Joseph Booker, predeceased her. A memorial celebration of Mary Ellen’s life will be held Tuesday, June 2, at 7:00 PM from Good Funeral Home & Cremation Centre of Reamstown with The Rev. Dennis L. Trout officiating. There will be no viewing.