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.

Caroline J. Brown

Caroline J. Brown

Nov 11, 2023

 

Caroline J. Brown, 87, of Upper Allen Twp., Mechanicsburg, died Saturday, November 11, 2023, at Penn State Holy Spirit Medical Center, East Pennsboro Twp.

Caroline, lovingly nicknamed “Bebe,” was first and foremost the best wife, mother, Nana and Great Nana, and is greatly missed by her family and friends.  She was known for her cooking, baking, entertaining, love of...

Catherine Teefy Curran

Catherine Teefy Curran

Nov 9, 2023

Catherine Teefy Curran, 97, a long-time resident of New Cumberland died November 9 at Carolyn’s House in Harrisburg. Cathy was a member of St. Theresa Parish where she provided over six decades of service from the time her children attended school there beginning in the late 1950s. She was a founding member of the Social Justice Committee, and more recently...

Emmalynn C. Conner

Emmalynn C. Conner

Nov 8, 2023

 

Emmalynn C. Conner, 94 of Brookdale Grandon Farms, Mechanicsburg, previously of Camp Hill died Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at Brookdale.

A graduate of the former New Cumberland High School, prior to retirement she worked for the former Bell Telephone of Pennsylvania and as a tour guide for the New York City Bus Tours.  An artist, painter, writer, and ballroom...

Frances Jane Jones

Frances Jane Jones

Nov 7, 2023

Frances Jane Jones, 92, formerly of New Cumberland, passed away on Tuesday, November 7, 2023, at Country Meadows Retirement Community, Hampden Township.

A graduate of William Penn High School, Harrisburg, Fran would retire from the PA Public Utilities Commission after 30 years as a clerk typist. Family was everything to Fran, and her greatest joy in life came from watching...

Charles "Tipper" Weldon

Charles "Tipper" Weldon

Nov 7, 2023

Charles Weldon died peacefully in his sleep at Capitol Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center on November 7. He is survived by his wife of 40 years Cathryn; his daughter and son-in-law, Mischelle & Jerry Moyer; and his two grandsons Bailey and Owen Moyer—all were the lights of his life.

 

Known to those who loved him as “Tipper” or “Poppy,” he...

Vondelle Marie Davare

Vondelle Marie Davare

Nov 6, 2023

Vondelle Marie Davare, 74, of Etters, passed away in the early hours of Monday, November 6, 2023 at Penn State Holy Spirit Medical Center, Camp Hill. She was the daughter of the late Thomas H. and Helen (Baliker) Weimer, born on October 5, 1949 in Morgantown, WV.

Born and raised in West Viriginia, Von was a 1967 graduate of Morgantown...

George E. Eichelberger

George E. Eichelberger

Nov 6, 2023

 

George E. Eichelberger, 96, of Upper Allen Twp., Mechanicsburg, died Monday, November 6, 2023, surrounded by his family.

A resident of Messiah Lifeways for 24-years, George retired as an equipment specialist for the former Defense Depot, Mechanicsburg and had attended Mechanicsburg Presbyterian Church. George was a member of Lowther Manor Lodge #781, F.&A.M., Camp Hill; Harrisburg Consistory; Tall Cedars...

Nance N. Woodward

Nance N. Woodward

Nov 4, 2023

Nance N. Woodward, of Round Hill, VA, and formerly of Camp Hill, PA, passed away Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023, in her home.

She was a retired editor with The Patriot-News and a graduate of John Harris High School class of 1964, Harrisburg.

She was passionate about animals and a tireless and dedicated advocate for abused and unwanted dogs. She was...

Shirley Ann Earles

Shirley Ann Earles

Nov 4, 2023

 

Shirley Ann Earles, 77, of York Haven, formerly of Carlise died Saturday, November 4, 2023 at her home surrounded by family.

She was a retired Claims Adjuster from Highmark Blue Shield.  She enjoyed crafting.

She was born August 15, 1946 in Elgin, IL to the late LeRoy Helmith and Leona Marie (Barrens) Ross.  She was the widow of James...

Donna Jean Zimmerman

Donna Jean Zimmerman

Nov 3, 2023

 

Donna Jean (Gordon) Zimmerman, 92, formerly of Harrisburg, PA, died Friday, November 3, 2023, at Atlantic Care Regional Medical Center, Absecon, NJ.

She was a former employee of State Capitol Savings and Loan, Harrisburg, and Pathmark Grocery Store, Camp Hill; Donna was an avid pinochle player. She loved the Steelers and Penn State Football. In her youth she played...

Colonel G. Steven Bosan

Colonel G. Steven Bosan

Nov 3, 2023

 

Colonel G. Steven Bosan, US Army, Retired, 101, of Mechanicsburg died Friday, November 3, 2023 at home surrounded by family.

 

Steve was born April 21, 1922 in Newark, NJ to the late William and Sophie (Tsocic) Bosan.  He was also preceded in death by his wife, Louise (Lusk) Bosan, and older brother Robert Bosan.  He is survived by...

William H. "Red" Zerbe, Sr.

William H. "Red" Zerbe, Sr.

Nov 3, 2023

 

William H. “Red” Zerbe, Sr. 91, of Fairview Twp. died Friday, November 3, 2023 at his home surrounded by family.

He was a retired restocking manager from Walmart, Harrisburg.  He enjoyed gardening, fishing, and baking.

He was born August 13, 1932 in Muir, PA to the late Henry and Naomi (Hand) Zerbe.  He was also preceded in death...

Patrick John Sullivan

Patrick John Sullivan

Nov 2, 2023

Patrick John Sullivan, 71, of New Cumberland, passed away on Thursday, November 2, 2023 at Penn State Hershey Medical Center, Derry Township. He was the son of the late Gerald J. and Anna (Shultz) Sullivan, born on October 21, 1952 in Williamsport.

Pat graduated from Williamsport Area High School (Class of 1970) before going on to earn his bachelor’s degree...

Jean Ida Wagner

Jean Ida Wagner

Nov 1, 2023

 

Jean Ida Wagner, 79, of Camp Hill, passed away on Wednesday, November 1, 2023 in Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center, East Pennsboro Twp.

Jean was born in London, England, the daughter of the late Earl and Edith (Pratt) Cline.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by siblings, Ronald Pratt, Judith Kemble, and Charles...

Michael "Mick" Stephen Weltmer

Michael "Mick" Stephen Weltmer

Nov 1, 2023

 

Michael “Mick” Stephen Weltmer, 72, of Middletown passed unexpectedly Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at Penn State Hershey Medical Center.

Mick was a 1969 graduate of Cedar Cliff High School who later went on to become an Auto Mechanic. He retired after forty years of service at East End Garage in Middletown. Mick enjoyed watching car shows, the History Channel,...

Betty J. Dougan

Betty J. Dougan

Nov 1, 2023

 

Betty J. Dougan, 98, formerly of Fairview Twp., Palm Springs, CA, and Greensburg, died Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at The Gardens of Camp Hill, East Pennsboro Twp.

Born on June 18, 1925, in Greensburg, she was the daughter of the late David and Myrtle (Holtzer) Dougan. Betty retired as an administrative assistant from the former Bell of PA, Greensburg....

Ronald Leroy Reichard

Ronald Leroy Reichard

Oct 28, 2023

 

Ronald Leroy Reichard, 74, of Etters, passed away on Saturday, October 28, 2023 in his residence surrounded by his loving family.

Ron was a forklift operator with DDRE, the former New Cumberland Army Depot, Fairview Twp.  He was a member of American Legion Post 974, Fairview Twp. and the Crotch Cannibals Motorcycle Club.  Ron loved Harley Davidson motorcycles and...

Allen Lee Whitteker

Allen Lee Whitteker

Oct 27, 2023

 

 Allen Lee Whitteker, 65, of Carlisle, died Friday, October 27, 2023 at his home.

A devout Christian, he enjoyed sharing his faith with others, welcoming the opportunity to pray with, or for others.  He attended Aldersgate United Methodist Church.  Al grew up hunting and fishing which sparked his love for the outdoors.  His most recent passion was riding motorcycles...

Martin V. Walsh

Martin V. Walsh

Oct 26, 2023

 

Martin V. Walsh, 86, of Mechanicsburg died Thursday, October 26, 2023 at his home.

A Marine Corp veteran of the Korean War, he was a retired Hearing Officer from the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections.  He received his master’s degree from Syracuse University.  He was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, Mechanicsburg. Marty was known as a hard...

Chief Bernard G. Dugan

Chief Bernard G. Dugan

Oct 26, 2023

Chief Bernard G. Dugan, 64, of New Cumberland, passed away on Thursday, October 26, 2023 in Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center, East Pennsboro Twp. with his loving wife and family at his side.

He was the current Chief of Police with the Annville Township Police Department and previously served as an officer and then Chief of Police with...

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