Obituaries

Central PA Obituaries

This is a collection of obituaries for New Cumberland, Camp Hill, Lemoyne, Mechanicsburg, Etters, York Haven, Harrisburg, Wormleysburg, Lewisberry, Enola and Central PA area.

Laura Licata

Laura Licata

Nov 29, 2024

Laura Licata, 92, of Enola died Friday, November 29th at Transitions at Allen Cove, Duncannon.

She was born Sepbember 7, 1932 in Borgetto, Sicily to the late Antonio and Magdalena (Castelli) LaPuma. She was preceded in death by her husband, Pietro Silvio Licata and nine siblings.

She is survived by her sons, Paul Licata, M.D. (Christine) of Enola and Anthony Licata, M.D....

Kathleen Mary Pelles

Kathleen Mary Pelles

Nov 29, 2024

Kathleen Mary Pelles, 76, of Camp Hill, formerly of New York City died Friday, November 29, 2024 at Penn State Holy Spirit Hospital.

A graduate of Slippery Rock University, she was a retired Senior Editor from Pfizer. Kathleen was an avid reader and loved her cat Zoey.

She was born June 12, 1948 in Pittsburgh to the late Joseph David and Rosemary...

Ronald J. Simanovich

Ronald J. Simanovich

Nov 26, 2024

Ronald J. Simanovich, 82, of New Cumberland, PA, passed away at his residence on the evening of Tuesday, November 26, 2024. Ron was born at home on June 12, 1942, in Beaverdale. He was the son of the late Stanley and Helen (Fetsko) Simanovich.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Vashni A. DePaz; two...

George Francis Bradley

George Francis Bradley

Nov 21, 2024

George Francis Bradley, age 83, of Camp Hill, passed away on November 21, 2024. He was born in Shenandoah, PA on June 21, 1941 to the late George and Margaret (Sullivan) Bradley. He grew up in Lemoyne, making lifelong friends along the way. George is a graduate of Bishop McDevitt High, Class of 1959. Upon graduation, George joined the United...

Leo Eugene "Gene" McCreary

Leo Eugene "Gene" McCreary

Nov 21, 2024

Leo Eugene “Gene” McCreary, 92, of New Cumberland died Thursday, November 21, 2024 at Carolyn’s House, the residence of Hospice of Central PA.

An Army Veteran of the Korean War era, Gene was a retired Computer Analyst from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Health. He was an active member of St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, New Cumberland where he served...

Kay L. Pickel

Kay L. Pickel

Nov 18, 2024

Kay L. Pickel, 77, of New Cumberland, PA, passed away with her family by her side on Monday, November 18, 2024, at UPMC Harrisburg Hospital. She was the daughter of the late Clair I. and June (Lovell) Fluke, born on February 16, 1947, in Altoona.

Adopted at an early age by her grandparents, Catherine and Ernest Lovell, she would grow up...

Phyllis J. Mariskovic

Phyllis J. Mariskovic

Nov 16, 2024

Phyllis J. Mariskovic, 94, of Mechanicsburg, passed away with her daughter holding her hand, on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at Messiah Lifeways, Upper Allen Township. Born on March 19, 1930, in Harrisburg, she was the daughter of the late Earl Nevin and Sarah Elizabeth (Root) Miller.

A graduate of William Penn High School (’48), she would go on to begin coursework...

Ruth Elizabeth Rhodes

Ruth Elizabeth Rhodes

Nov 15, 2024

Ruth Elizabeth Rhodes, 100, formerly of Camp Hill, PA, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Friday, November 15, 2024, in her cottage at Bethany Village, Mechanicsburg. She was the daughter of the late Helgar "Harry" and Anna (Watson) Palmer, born on April 13, 1924, in McKeesport.

Born and raised in Western PA, she graduated from McKeesport Area...

Doris J. Myers

Doris J. Myers

Nov 15, 2024

Doris J. Myers, 93, of Camp Hill, departed this world on Friday, November 15, 2024. Born in Harrisburg on March 16, 1931, to the late Ross and Lottie Arnold, she was the ninth child and last survivor of her family of ten.

She was the widow of George R. Myers Sr., to whom she was married for over 51 years when...

Norma J. Gerheim

Norma J. Gerheim

Nov 14, 2024

Norma J. Gerheim, 89, of New Cumberland was called home on Thursday, November 14, 2024 in her home surrounded by family. She was a remarkable wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who was the heart and soul of our family. She was known for her smiles, her hugs and her chocolate chip cookies. Full of love and laughter, she touched the...

Lydia Lenora Parshall

Lydia Lenora Parshall

Nov 13, 2024

Lydia Lenora (Imler) Parshall, 85, of New Cumberland, PA passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at her home surrounded by family.

She was born July 16, 1939 in Woodbury, PA daughter of the late John and Lenora (Smith) Imler. She was preceded in death by her husband, Willis Calvin Parshall, Sr.

She was a member of Immanuel CMA Church, Mechanicsburg, PA. She...

Allen William Peffer

Allen William Peffer

Nov 13, 2024

Allen W. Peffer, 74, of New Cumberland, PA, passed away on November 13, 2024 at home. He was born December 19, 1949 in Lewisberry, PA to the late Albert Peffer and Florence (Shaub) Kilpatrick. He was a hard and dedicated worker, as the owner of AW Peffer Trucking for over 30 years. Yet, beyond his professional endeavors, Allen's true passion...

John F. Burke

John F. Burke

Nov 10, 2024

John F. Burke, 70, of Camp Hill died Sunday, November 10,2024 at his home.

He was the owner/operator of American Library Consultants. He was an active member of VFW Post 7415, New Cumberland. An animal lover, John took in animals and family members in need over the years. Loyal to his close circle of friends and family, he was beloved.

He was...

Marvin L. Schoffstall

Marvin L. Schoffstall

Nov 7, 2024

Marvin L. Schoffstall, 87, of Mechanicsburg, passed away on November 7, 2024. He was born in Williamstown, PA, on July 25, 1937, to the late Arthur and Ethel (Row) Schoffstall. Marvin was a dedicated Navy veteran, achieving the rank of SK2 during his service. He enjoyed camping, traveling, watching PSU Football, and tending to his garden, but nothing brought him...

Bonnie Yvonne Shreiner

Bonnie Yvonne Shreiner

Nov 5, 2024

Bonnie Yvonne Shreiner, 86, of New Cumberland died Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at Camp Hill Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

She was a 1956 graduate of Green Park Union High School, currently West Perry High School. She began her career at Dauphin Deposit Bank and retired as a Bank Manager from Harris Savings and Loan.

She was a member of Fishing Creek...

Lisa Marie Frick

Lisa Marie Frick

Nov 3, 2024

Lisa Marie Frick, 59, of Lewisberry died Sunday, November 3, 2024, surrounded by loved ones.

Lisa’s life was built upon strong, meaningful relationships, many of which began during childhood. She continued to develop deep friendships through every phase of her life. Many of these friends enjoyed her companionship for decades, and many supported her to the end.

Lisa’s ever-expanding base of relationships...

Harry M. Books, Jr.

Harry M. Books, Jr.

Nov 3, 2024

Harry M. Books, Jr., 93, of Etters passed away on November 3, 2024, in York, PA. He was born on July 17, 1931, in Harrisburg, PA to the late Harry M. Books, Sr. and Thelma (Mace) Books. Harry was a 1949 graduate of the former New Cumberland High School and proudly served during the Korean War in the Army Signal...

Charles Martin Yocum, III

Charles Martin Yocum, III

Nov 1, 2024

Charles “Chuck or Marty” M. Yocum, III, 60, of New Cumberland, passed away on November 1, 2024 at Harrisburg Hospital. He was born on January 24, 1964, in Harrisburg, PA to the late Charles Martin Yocum, Jr. and Eleanor (Ramage) Yocum. Chuck graduated from Cedar Cliff High School in 1982 and earned his Bachelor’s degree in Music Education at West...

Dora J. Taylor

Dora J. Taylor

Oct 31, 2024

Dora J. Taylor, 87, of New Cumberland, Fairview Twp. died Thursday, October 31, 2024 at Oak Hill Center for Rehabilitation, Middletown. 

She was a retired Medical Office Administrator from Family Physicians in New Cumberland. 

She was born May 19, 1937. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold W. Taylor; mother, Agnes (Hall) Kohler; and stepfather, Ralp Kohler.

She is survived by...

David R. Bradley

David R. Bradley

Oct 31, 2024

 

David R. Bradley, 67, of New Cumberland, beloved husband, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend to so many, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 31, 2024 surrounded by his family and friends at UPMC Harrisburg Hospital.

Dave was born in Danville on September 11, 1957, a son of the late Albert Jr. and Margaret Mary (Landy) Bradley.

He graduated from Our Lady of...

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