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.

Janice J. Light

Janice J. Light

Aug 22, 2024

Janice J. Light, 87, of Mechanicsburg passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 22, 2024 at Messiah Lifeways, Mechanicsburg.

She was the daughter of the late Frederick F. and Helen (DiGiacomo) Shirk, born on October 18, 1936 in Campbelltown, PA.

She was a 1954 graduate of Palmyra High School. She was Captain of the Varsity Cheerleading Squad where she caught the eye of...

Margaret Jean Junkins

Margaret Jean Junkins

Aug 22, 2024

Margaret Jean Junkins,101, of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, passed away on August 22, 2024 in Mechanicsburg, PA. She was born October 21, 1922 in Southampton, UK to the late Percy and Mabel (Scullard) Rush. Jean enjoyed gardening, Penn State football, and had a love for cats. Above all, she loved spending time with her family.

Margaret is survived by a son, Philip (Rebecca)...

Joanne Adele Emery Redshaw

Joanne Adele Emery Redshaw

Aug 21, 2024

Joanne Adele Emery Redshaw, 85, of Mechanicsburg, PA, formerly of Camp Hill, PA, died Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at Bethany Village in Mechanicsburg. 

Joanne was born on April 22, 1939, in Pittsburgh, PA. She was the daughter of the late Milton “Doc” and Rachel Evans Emery. She was the widower of John “Jack” Ross Redshaw. She was also preceded in death...

Mary M. Czachur

Mary M. Czachur

Aug 19, 2024

Mary M. Czachur, 82, formerly of Bound Brook, NJ, passed away in the early hours of Monday, August 19, 2024, after a brief stay at Penn State Holy Spirit Medical Center, East Pennsboro Township. She was the daughter of the late John and Evelyn (O’Hara) Laggan, born on July 23, 1942, in Bridgeport, CT.

She was a 1960 graduate of Dover...

Margaret K. Barbush

Margaret K. Barbush

Aug 19, 2024

Margaret K. Barbush, a loving mother and lifelong caregiver, passed away peacefully at the age of 89 on Monday, August 19, 2024. She was born to William and Violet Bramley on March 30, 1935, in St. Clair, Schuylkill County. 

Marge graduated from Harrisburg Hospital’s nursing program in 1956 and embarked on a storied 42-year career as a registered nurse. Her caring...

Donald J. Chapman

Donald J. Chapman

Aug 19, 2024

Donald Chapman, 89, of New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, passed away on August 19, 2024 at the Lebanon VA Hospital. He was born on August 3, 1935, in Highspire, PA to the late Benjamin and Gertrude (Cassel) Chapman. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy for over 20 years including two tours in Vietnam. He retired from the New...

Joyce A. Nease

Joyce A. Nease

Aug 18, 2024

 Joyce A. Nease, 84, of Middletown, formerly of (Paxtonia, Pennsylvania) died Sunday, August 18th, 2024, at Oak Hill Center for Rehabilitation, Middletown. 

She was a retired accountant from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Labor, and Industry. 

She was born May 9, 1940, in Portsmouth, Ohio to the late Robert Arthur Nease, Sr. and Virginia Jesse (Marcum) Nease. She was also preceded...

Donna W. Lapano

Donna W. Lapano

Aug 17, 2024

Donna W. Lapano, 64, of Harrisburg died Saturday, August 17, 2024 at home surrounded by her family. Donna will be remembered as one of those rare individuals who could not say anything bad about anyone. Her good nature and positive attitude made everyone want to spend time with her. She had an unwavering faith in God and never questioned the...

Felicita Rodriguez

Felicita Rodriguez

Aug 15, 2024

Felicita Rodriguez, 77, of Middletown, Pennsylvania, passed away on August 15, 2024 at home. She was born in Adjuntas, Puerto Rico to the late Juan Ramon Rodriguez and Severa Medina. Felicita was known for her vibrant spirit and a heart full of warmth. Her love for gardening, sewing, knitting and bird watching filled her days with creativity and care. Felicita...

Susan Podlesnie Delaney

Susan Podlesnie Delaney

Aug 14, 2024

Susan P. Delaney (Sue/Susie), 75, of Camp Hill, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at Holy Spirit Medical Center. She was the daughter of the late William J. and Mary (Curilla) Podlesnie.

Born and raised in Middletown, Sue attended Seven Sorrows grade school before graduating from Bishop McDevitt High School in 1967 and earning a degree from Immaculata College....

Gerald S. "Jerry" Gentile

Gerald S. "Jerry" Gentile

Aug 14, 2024

Gerald S. "Jerry" Gentile, 74, of Camp Hill, passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center, East Pennsboro Township. He was the son of the late George and Ruth (Medland) Gentile, born on February 28, 1950, in Liège, Belgium.

Jerry grew up in a military family, spending his youth in Europe where he started...

SGM John J. "Jack" Robinson, USA, Ret.

SGM John J. "Jack" Robinson, USA, Ret.

Aug 12, 2024

SGM John J. “Jack” Robinson, USA, Ret., 97, of New Cumberland, passed away on Monday, August 12, 2024, at his residence. He was the son of the late Francis and Helen (Gaughan) Robinson, born on June 9, 1927, in Scranton, PA.

Surviving is his son, Jack A. Robinson (wife, Melissa) of Schnecksville, PA; two grandchildren, Leni Miller (husband, Jeff) and John...

Mary Elizabeth McCue

Mary Elizabeth McCue

Aug 10, 2024

Mary (Liz) McCue, 68, of New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, passed away on August 10, 2024 in New Cumberland, PA. She was born in Rockville Center NY, on September 17th, 1955 to the late George McCue and Mary (Lynch) McCue. Mary was a talented artist who pursued her passion for creativity throughout her life. She leaves behind a legacy of beautiful artwork...

Lurena Jean Phillips

Lurena Jean Phillips

Aug 10, 2024

Lurena Jean Phillips, 79 of Camp Hill, PA passed away on August 10, 2024. A vibrant soul born on November 26, 1944, in Mechanicsburg, PA to the late Lawrence and Mary Pechart. As a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt Lurena's impact on all who knew her was immeasurable.

Lurena was known for her love of Bingo, being a devoted...

Natalie Fasick Snyder

Natalie Fasick Snyder

Aug 10, 2024

Natalie Fasick Snyder, 92, of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, and formerly of New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully in her home on August 10, 2024, at Bethany Village Retirement Community.

Born in Camden, NJ, to the late Ray H. Fasick and Hazel Rosenberger Fasick, Natalie was raised and remained in New Cumberland before pursuing her college education.

Natalie earned her Bachelor of Science in...

John Sterrett Dunn, Jr.

John Sterrett Dunn, Jr.

Aug 7, 2024

John (Jay) S. Dunn, Jr, age 81, of Camp Hill, PA passed away Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at home surrounded by his loving family.

Jay was born on March 25, 1943, to John S. and Almira (Dott) Dunn, Sr. in Camden, NJ. Jay grew up in Audubon, NJ along with his younger brother, Roy. He graduated from Audubon High School in...

Arnaldo "Lino" Gesualdo

Arnaldo "Lino" Gesualdo

Aug 6, 2024

Arnaldo Antonio Carlo Gesualdo, 78, of Harrisburg, and formerly of Italy, passed away on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, with his family by his side. Known as “Lino” by those closest to him, he was the youngest of nine children, born on June 12, 1946, to the late Alberto and Ida (Perli) Gesualdo.

Growing up in Monte di Procida, a small comune...

Ronald E. Saylor

Ronald E. Saylor

Aug 6, 2024

Ronald E. Saylor, age 89, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2024, at home in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania. Born in Johnstown, Pennsylvania on November 13, 1934, to the late Stanford and Ruth (Metzgar) Saylor. 

Ronald dedicated 31 years to Johnson Controls as a Service Salesman, where he was a valuable and reliable employee. Prior to his illustrious career, Ronald proudly served...

Patricia M. "Patty" Byerly

Patricia M. "Patty" Byerly

Aug 4, 2024

Patricia M. “Patty” (Stauffer) Byerly, 65, of Lewisberry, passed away on Sunday, August 4, 2024, at UPMC Harrisburg Hospital. She was born on May 16, 1959, to Patricia Houser and the late Robert A. Stauffer.

Patty was a 1977 graduate of Red Land High School and would go on to spend her working career as a secretary with Pinnacle Health, Harrisburg....

Debra J. Aldridge

Debra J. Aldridge

Aug 4, 2024

Debra "Debbie" J. Aldridge of Etters, PA, born October 6, 1958, in Cumberland MD, died on August 4, 2024, at home after a long battle with ovarian cancer. She was the daughter of the late John F. Cross Sr. and June Cross (Evans). She was preceded in death by her brother, John F. Cross Jr. (1993), Brother-in-law Donald (Boo) Shaffer...

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