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George C. Schenck
May 20, 2026
George C. Schenck, 89, of Lititz, passed away on May 20, 2026. Born in Bellefonte, PA to the late Carl and Anna (Torrence) Schenck, he graduated from Bellefonte High School and served in the United States Air Force.
George was a dedicated, loving Husband and Father.
He worked for the Federal Aviation Administration as an Air Traffic Controller at Lancaster Airport. Outside...
William M. Newton
May 20, 2026
William M. Newton, 62, of Felton, passed away at Inners Creek Nursing & Rehab on May 20, 2026. Born in Baltimore to the late Billy and Faye (Lloyd) Newton, he was the loving husband of Donna L. (Arendt) Newton, and a graduate of York County School of Technology.
William worked as a truck driver carrying over-the-road freight for over 25 years...
Kay Ann Needles
May 18, 2026
Kay Ann Needles, 73, of Rothsville, PA passed away peacefully at home on May 18, 2026.
Born and raised in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, Kay spent the latter part of her life creating stunning crystal suncatchers, crystal art pieces, and jewelry. She was known for her love of animals, her amazing energy and zest for life, and her unique eye for all...
Craig Thomas Maart
May 17, 2026
Craig Thomas Maart, age 54, of Hummelstown, passed away Sunday, May 17, 2026.
Craig was born in Tyler, Minnesota, on April 15, 1972. He was the son of Jerry and Leanne Maart of Alamo, TX, and one of three children. He was the husband of Joanna Maart. In addition to his wife, Craig is survived by his children, son Cameron and...
Jeanne L. (Robinson) Rachor
May 16, 2026
On May 16, 2026, Jeanne finally found peace after a three-plus year war with cancer. She fought with strength, courage, positive outlook, and a smile that made those around her stronger. She also thought of others during her struggle by participating in several studies for cancer research. She said “even if it doesn’t help me, it may help others defeat...
Ruby Catherine Styer
May 14, 2026
Ruby C. Styer, 92, of Ephrata, passed away at Faithful Living Nursing on May 14, 2026. Born in McGaheysville, VA in 1933 to the late Joseph and Pauline (Rodgers) Hawkins, she worked as a seamstress for more than 35 years.
Ruby enjoyed making and sewing quilts as well as watching game shows..
She was a member of Speedwell Heights Brethren Church.
Ruby is...
Harry F. Leibfried
May 11, 2026
Harry Franklin Leibfried, 54, of Harrisburg, passed away at his residence on May 11, 2026. Born in Harrisburg to the late Jack and Eris (Shoop) Leibfried, he was a 1989 graduate of Central Dauphin High School.
Harry worked as a carpenter and contractor for more than 25 years. Outside of work, he enjoyed riding horses - something he enjoyed since his...
Danuta Ruszczyk
May 5, 2026
Danuta Ruszczyk, 61, of Lancaster, passed away at Lancaster General Hospital on May 5, 2026. Born in Poland in 1964, was a kind and caring mother.
Danuta loved her dog, Gracie, and deeply missed her late dogs, Cookie and Yogi, that she had when her kids were growing up.
She loved waking up early each morning to enjoy a good cup of...
David James Kennedy, Jr.
May 4, 2026
David J. Kennedy, Jr., 76, passed away at Hospice & Community Care on May 4, 2026. Born in Philadelphia in 1949 to the late David J. and Barbara (Adsit) Kennedy, Sr., he was the loving husband of Anne (Strickler) “Muffy” Kennedy with whom he shared 41 years of marriage.
David was a 1968 graduate of Conestoga Valley High School and spent...
Jerry Lee Dunn
May 4, 2026
Jerry Lee Dunn, 45, of Lancaster County, PA passed away in the early morning on Monday May 4, 2026, at WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital in Ephrata, PA after a lengthy health battle.
He is preceded in death by his mother Carol, maternal grandparents Helen and Curtis Reeves, and paternal grandparents Walter and Helen Dunn.
He is survived by his father, Elmer, and...
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