Disinger Family - Johan George (John) Deissinger

Johan George (John) Deissinger

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| Johan George (John) Deissinger

| Grandparents: Barthel & Anna (Bernhard) Desissinger

| Parents: Henrich & Catherine (Mayer) Deissinger

| Birth: 16 Mar 1757 Tuplehocken, PA

| Christened: 20 Mar 1757 Tuplehocken

| Confirmation: Easter 1772 Tuplehocken

| Death: 24 Mar 1803

| Military: American Revolution

| Sp Anna Maria Deissinger

| Birth: 05 Jun 1768 Pennsylvania

| Death: 31 Dec 1831 York, PA

►Mini Bio/Homesteads Map: click

Nicolaus' brother Johan George (John) Deissinger, mistaken for dead in the Revolutionary War, had presumably survived the war and had a farm in York County, Pennsylvania (see map below). York County is south of Harrisburg, PA, and between Cumberland County and Lancaster County, about 35-45 miles southwest of Berks County, PA, where Barthel's farm was. It's also where Johan Wilhelm, Nicolaus, and Johan George (John) were born in 1750, 1755, and 1757, respectively. Nicolaus moved to Cumberland County around 1785-86 before moving to Seneca County, NY. This may be about when Johan George (John) moved to York County. His second child, Catherine Deisinger, was born in 1793 in York County, as were the rest of his 8 children.

There is as yet no absolute proof that he is Barthel's grandson and Nicolaus' brother. However, going by names, dates, and locations, the presumption of this being the missing Johan George (John) appears to be likely correct. Also, Johan Wilhelm (William) left a will in 1822 written in German that mentions his brothers by name, John and Nicholas, whose children were to inherit his estate after Wilhelm's wife, Elizabeth, passed away.

After Nicolaus moved to Cumberland County and John moved to York County, they lived about 35 miles apart, making it difficult to stay in touch. By horse and wagon, that's more than a day's trip one way. In 1790, Nicolaus' youngest children were babies and likely didn't remember their Uncle John. In 1803, John died at 45/46, and Nicolaus' family eventually moved 200 miles away, and the memory of Uncle John presumably faded away.

In June 2017, Eric Dysinger's website listed Johan George (John) Deissinger as Barthel's grandson, living in York, PA, with 7 children, although Eric included only a few descendants beyond Johan George's (John) children. Eric may have gotten his information from FamilySearch.org, which had Johann George (John) Deissinger listed since about 2008. Unfortunately, Eric died in 2022, and his father, Eldon, died in 2024.

note- Even though William and Johan George (John) Deissinger reportedly served in the Colonial Army, there are no DAR/SAR records for either one of them (there are DAR/SAR records for a George Dissinger, but he was born in 1747, Germany, and died in 1816, Heidelberg, Lebanon County, PA, so he was likely from a different family). For William, it's not surprising that there are no DAR/SAR memberships since he apparently had no children. (see William's will above) However, Johan George (John) had 8 children and hundreds more descendants. Since Johan George (John) is not listed in DAR/SAR as a Colonial veteran, none of his descendants could have applied for DAR/SAR membership. The only difference seems to be that Nicolaus paid a supply tax in 1780, and his brothers did not. DAR/SAR recognizes the payments of these specific, non-penalized supply taxes as proof of "patriotic service" and acceptable for membership. Along with the other required documentation of birth, marriage, and death certificates for each generation, this might have prevented many descendants from applying or being accepted. The earliest known DAR member may be Eliza A. (Dysinger) Sprague, born in 1850, the granddaughter of George Disinger, Nicolaus's son, who lived in Holley, NY, and died in 1927. DAR does not provide the date of membership applications, so it's only a guess. See Nicolaus Deissinger for a full list of Deissinger DAR members.

In the Pennsylvania Archives Second Series, edited by John B. Linn and William H. Egle, M.D., Harrisburg, PA, 1880, there is a roster for the 6th Pennsylvania Regiment, Captain John McCowan's company, with a John Tisinger listed who deserted on 23 Feb 1778. This is nearly two years after Nicolaus and John's service in Captain John Lesher's company in 1776 (see Nicolaus Deissinger). The John Tisinger who deserted in 1778 may not have been Johan George (John) Deissinger, but it could have been him. Desertion was widespread in the Continental Army due to a variety of reasons, from bounty jumping (enlisting to just collect the bonus) to fear of combat. Thousands of rewards were advertised for deserters, and George Washington offered amnesty for offenders if they returned. The 6th Pennsylvania Regiment was recruited from Philadelphia City, Berks, Bucks, Chester, and Philadelphia Counties. The regiment spent the winter of 1777–78 at Valley Forge, where an estimated 1,700 to 2,000 soldiers died from disease, and 1,000 to 2,000 soldiers deserted. George Washington threatened severe punishment, including execution of deserters.

To avoid getting caught, John might have moved far enough away that his neighbors wouldn't know who he was and turn him in. If John had deserted and moved to York County to hide, people at home in Berks County might have thought he died in service, although his brothers would have known since John and his children were mentioned in his brother William's will in 1822 (see above). John may not have told his children or grandchildren about his service/desertion, so none of them or their descendants would have considered DAR membership. That means that John and his brothers would have had to lie and cover up for the rest of their lives. However, if John had stayed away from his family and friends in Berks County and focused solely on his own family and farm in York County, nearly 50 miles away, he might have had some kind of peace until his death at 46 in 1803. Other than the roster mentioned above, no absolute proof of this could be found, so none of this may be true.

Library of Congress- Portion of 1860 Shearer's map of York County, Pennsylvania

Johan George (John) Deissinger's 140-acre homestead is highlighted above, south of the town of Dover, off of S. Salem Church Road. Three miles to the south, off the same road, Bott Cemetery is highlighted, where Johan George's (John) wife Anna Maria and his children Jacob and Susanna are interred, but not Johan George (John). Highlighted to the north, closer to Dover, is the Salem Union (Strayer's) Cemetery, where about a dozen Deisingers are interred, but again, not Johan George (John).

The J. Deisinger highlighted on the east side of the map, off Taxville Road in West Manchester Township, was George Jacob Deisinger's homestead (see below). The homestead highlighted and labeled Mrs. Deisinger on the west side of the map, on Pine Road in Jackson Township, was Jacob Deisinger's widow, Salome/Sarah (see below). At the time of Jacob's death, he was living in Paradise Township to the west. In the 1860 US Census for Jackson Township, York, Barbara (Deisinger) Shaffer, with her blacksmith husband and children, was living next to/with Salome/Sarah Deisinger and her 4 children after her husband had died.

There are old farmhouses at all three locations, but they're too far from the road to see them on Google Street View, and realtors don't have photos of them either. Additionally, it is notable that they're all listed as having been constructed coincidentally in 1900, implying that Johan George's (John) grandchildren or great-grandchildren may have built them, rather than his sons.

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On FamilySearch.org and FindAGrave.com, Jacob Deisinger/Diesinger is listed, as living in Manchester Township, York County, PA, about 4-5 miles from Johan George (John) Deissinger. He was born in 1835 to Harvey Deisinger, married to Sarah Jane Sechrist, and had 6 children: Jacob, Martha Ann, Henry, Edward, Emma, and Sarah Deisinger. Despite the similar names, location, and dates, Jacob, his family, and his father do not seem to be connected to this Disinger family. The combination of them can not be found in this Disinger family tree, although their entire branch has only 16 people. Unless Harvey Deisinger happens to be a lost/unknown son, they were apparently a separate Deisinger family who also immigrated to Pennsylvania around the same time. On a like note, there is also a Dissinger family from Ephrata, PA, about 20 miles south of Barthel's farm, with whom Frank Disinger had communicated, and together the two families decided they were not related.

Children of John & Anna Maria Deisinger: John, Catherine, Eva, Jacob, Anna Mary, Elisabeth, Susanna, and Barbara

| John Deissinger

| Grandparents: Henrich & Catherine (Mayer) Deissinger

| Parents: John & Anna Maria Deisinger

| Birth: 21 Jul 1790 Pennsylvania

| Death: 27 Aug 1852

|Sp Lydia Reichert/Richard

| Birth: 25 Mar 1796 Pennsylvania

| Death: 05 Apr 1849

note- According to probate records, John inherited his father, John George's, farm (see Map of Homesteads above). John and Lydia and their daughters Anna Lousia, and Sarah are listed as interred in Salem Union (Strayer's) Cemetery located south of Dover, PA. However, there are no FindAGrave memorials/gravestones for them. There are also a dozen memorials for other Deisinger relatives in the same cemetery. There are death certificates for John and Jacob that indicate their parents were John and Anna Deisinger.

Children of John & Lydia (Reichert) Deissinger: George Jacob, Anna Louisa, Catharine, John, William, Elisabeth, Michael, Lydia, Levi, Sarah, Leah, and Anna Mary

| George Jacob Deisinger

| Grandparents: John & Anna Maria Deisinger

| Parents: John & Lydia (Reichert) Deissinger

| Birth: 30 Nov 1819 York, PA

| Death: 11 Oct 1892

|Sp Anna Leiphart

| Birth: 5 Apr 1818 Pennsylvania

| Death: unkn

| Marriage:

note- George Jacob Deisinger's homestead was located about 1.5 miles southeast of his father's farm (see Map of Homesteads above). Today, it appears to be surrounded by a golf course off of Taxville Road in West Manchester Township.

Children of George Jacob & Anna (Leiphart) Deisinger: Henry

| Henry Deisinger

| Grandparents: John & Lydia (Reichert) Deissinger

| Parents: George Jacob & Anna (Leiphart) Deisinger

| Birth: 05 Apr 1856 York, PA

| Death: 22 Feb 1936 Dover, York, PA

|Sp Sarah Ann Rebman

| Birth: 9 Sep 1852 York

| Death: 11 Apr 1938 York

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✞Henry Deisinger, a retired farmer. died Saturday at his residence in York. Death was caused by a complication of diseases. He was 79 years old. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Sarah A. Deisinger, who has been confined to her room by illness since last August; four children, including Lewis H. Deisinger. Dover, R. D. 2. The funeral was held Wednesday at his home. The Rev. F. W. Hofmann, pastor of Trinity Lutheran church, officiated. Interment was made in Strayer's cemetery at Dover.

✞Mrs. Sarah Ann Rebman Deisinger, widow of the late Henry Deisinger, died at 8:10 o'clock last evening at her home, 615 Linden avenue. Death followed a lingering illness of a complication of diseases. She was aged 85 years. Surviving are four children: Miss Anna M. Deisinger, at home; Lewis H. Deisinger, Dover R. D. 2; C. Allen Deisinger, York R. D. 5, and Paul E. Deisinger, York R. D. 4. Nine grandchildren and a great grandchild also survive. The funeral will be held Thursday, with services at her late residence at 1:30 o'clock. Rev. Harold Crouse, pastor of Trinity Lutheran church, of which the deceased was a member, will officiate. Interment will follow, in Strayer's cemetery. A. F. Koller, funeral director, is in charge of arrangements.

Children of Henry & Sarah (Rebman) Deisinger: Lewis, Anna, Charles, Albert, Jacob, and Paul

| Lewis H. Deisinger

| Grandparents: George Jacob & Anna (Leiphart) Deisinger

| Parents: Henry & Sarah (Rebman) Deisinger

| Birth: 6 Aug 1878 Pennsylvania

| Death: 1964 Pennsylvania

|Sp 1) Sarah E. Thompson

| Birth: 1886 Pennsylvania

| Death: 1967 Pennsylvania

| Marriage:

|Sp 2) Nettie M. Leese

| Birth: 13 Jun 1886 York, PA

| Death: 20 Aug 1956 York

Child of Lewis & Nettie (Leese) Deisinger: Edith

Edith A. Deisinger 1903–1988; Elmer P. Wiley 1890–1961

grandson Gary E. Ludwig Sr

►Obits & Children of Edith (Deisinger) & Elmer Wiley: click to expand/collapse

Children of Edith (Deisinger) & Elmer Wiley: Helen, Robert, Margaret, Evelyn, Glen, and Donald

Helen A Wiley 1922–2010; Paul F Ludwig 1917–2003 (m. 1940)

Obits

✞Helen A. (Wiley) Ludwig, 89, of York, died Tuesday, November 9, 2010. She was the wife of the late Paul F. Ludwig. A graveside service will be held at Mount Rose Cemetery. Published in York Daily Record & York Dispatch on November 11, 2010

✞On the 3rd day of October in the year of our Lord 2003, Paul F. Ludwig, 85, went to be with his Lord and family up above. He was the husband of Helen A. (Wiley) Ludwig, whom he married 63 years ago on April 26, 1940. Mr. Ludwig was born December 2, 1917, in York. He was the son of the late John E. and Kathryn P. (Schatzberger) Ludwig. He graduated in 1934 from Mt. Rose High School and later graduated from Thompson's Business School where he earned his business degree. He retired on January 1, 1983, from the former Curtis Candy Co. (now Classic Carmel Co.) after 37 years of service. He was a member of the Reliance Fire Company. Paul survived an attempt on his life during the 1969 race riots which he miraculously survived after being in a coma for six months. He was an amateur light middleweight boxer and fought on numerous occasions at St. Mary's and attained Golden Glove status during his tenure. Paul was an avid Dale Earnhardt fan and maybe, just maybe, Dale will let him drive the #3 Goodwrench Chevrolet up there on the great track in the sky. He served his country proudly in World War II in the Navy aboard the U.S.S. Astoria. We will sadly miss you Dad, Grandpa and Loving Husband. Paul is also survived by one son, Gary E. Ludwig, Sr. of Spring Grove; three grandsons, two granddaughters, and great grandchildren.

Child of Helen (Wiley) & Paul Ludwig:

Gary E. Ludwig Sr 1941–2021 married Sandra

Obit

✞Gary E. Ludwig, Sr., age 80, of Spring Grove, passed away on December 22, 2021 at UPMC Hanover Hospital. Gary was born in York on September 25, 1941 and was the son of the late Paul F. and Helen A. (Wiley) Ludwig. He graduated from West York Area High School Class of 1959 and worked as an auto mechanic for many years. Gary started and owned G&G Auto Sales & Service, Seven Valleys Auto Sales, and L&S Auto Sales and Service, and also worked for C.C. Kottcamp & Sons, BMY, National Gypsum Company, York Casket Company, York Carmel, and Martin Potato Chips, from which he retired in 2004. He enjoyed hotrods, drag racing, cars, and loved working on them. He was proud of the 60+ years he enjoyed doing what he loved best. Gary is survived by his sons Gary E. Ludwig, Jr., Paul Ludwig, and William Trivett; his daughter Luanne Essick; and 8 grandchildren and 5 Great Grandchildren. He is also survived by his good friend Suzanne Bupp. The services and interment will be held privately under the direction of Beck Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Inc., of Spring Grove. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Gary's memory may be made to York County SPCA, 3159 N. Susquehanna Trail, York, PA 17406.

Children of Gary Ludwig:

Gary E. Ludwig, Jr.
Paul Ludwig
William Trivett
Luanne Essick
8 grandchildren
5 Great Grandchildren

Robert E Wiley 1923–2005; 1) Leatrice F Kauffman 1928–1961; 2) Elsie Bachman (m. 1965)

Obit

✞Robert E. Wiley, 82, died peacefully on Sunday, September 18, 2005, at the Susquehanna Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Columbia. He was the husband of Elsie Bachman Wiley, whom he married July 3, 1965. His first wife, Leatrice Kauffman Wiley, died in 1961. Born in Admire, York County, he was the son of the late Elmer P. and Edith A. Dissinger Wiley. He was in the Final Assembly Department for 40 years until his retirement in 1987, at the former Pittman Manufacturing in York. He was baptized in the Christian faith. He was a member of the United Auto Workers Union. He enjoyed fishing, watching NASCAR, Ford Cars, and making models of many of the Fords he owned through the years. In addition to his wife, a daughter survives him, Sharon A., wife of Steven Pennell of Wrightsville, two stepsons, Edward Misel of Elizabethtown and Steven Misel of Columbia; a stepdaughter, Jean B., wife of Charles Vance of Lititz; two brothers, Glen Wiley of York and Donald Wiley of York; two sisters, Helen Ludwig of York and Evelyn Dehoff of Dover; 11 grandchildren; and two greatgrandchildren. A sister, Margaret Klinedinst, preceded him in death. Funeral Thursday at Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Columbia, Rev. Mark S. Kopp officiating. Interment in Prospect Hill Cemetery. [York Daily Record]

Margaret J Wiley 1927–2004; 1) Edwin A. Klinedinst Jr 1930–2018 (m. 1962); 2) Curtis E. Shaffner 1926–1997

Evelyn E. Wiley 1933–2015; Charles H. Dehoff Jr 1927–1991 (m. 1960)

Obit

✞YORK Evelyn E. (Wiley) Dehoff, 81, passed away Monday, September 28, 2015, at Manor Care Dallastown. She was the wife of the late Charles H. Dehoff. Funeral services and burial will be private. Heffner Funeral Chapel & Crematory, Inc., 1551 Kenneth Road, York, is in charge of arrangements. Born October 27, 1933, in York, a daughter of the late Elmer and Edith (Deisinger) Wiley, she was a graduate of Central York High School. Mrs. Dehoff is survived by two daughters, Kristine E. and husband D. Allen Taylor of York and Lori A. Kohler of York Haven; five grandchildren, Jenna M. and Stehl A. Taylor, Joshua M. and Kyle J. Abbott, and Hunter L. Kohler; and two brothers, Donald and Glenn Wiley, both of York. She was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Ashley M. Abbott; one brother, Bob Wiley; and two sisters, Margaret Klinedinst and Helen Ludwig. Memorial contributions may be made to SPCA of York, 3159 Susquehanna Trail North, York, PA 17406. Send Condolences at BestLifeTributes.com. York Daily Record (PA) and York Dispatch, The (PA) - Sunday, October 4, 2015

Children of Evelyn (Wiley) & Charles Dehoff:

Kristine E. (D. Allen) Taylor
Lori A. Kohler
6 grandchildren

Glen Wiley
Donald Wiley

| Anna N. Deisinger

| Grandparents: George Jacob & Anna (Leiphart) Deisinger

| Parents: Henry & Sarah (Rebman) Deisinger

| Birth: 19 Dec 1879 York, PA

| Death: 26 Jun 1950 York

| Charles A. Deisinger

| Grandparents: George Jacob & Anna (Leiphart) Deisinger

| Parents: Henry & Sarah (Rebman) Deisinger

| Birth: 28 Oct 1882 Dover, York, PA

| Death: 22 Mar 1962 Emigsville, PA

|Sp Malinda O. Emig

| Birth: 9 May 1897 York, PA

| Death: 15 Jun 1985 Emigsville, PA

| Marriage: 1916

Children of Charles & Malinda (Emig) Deisinger: Pauline, Clair, and Margaret

Pauline R. Deisinger 1920–2014; Jess A. Schriver 1920–1976

Pauline

Children of Pauline (Deisinger) & Jess Schriver:

- - - - James A. Schriver married Patricia A. Golden (m. 1972)

Clair A. Deisinger 1916–1935
Margaret E. Deisinger 1918–1995; Charles E. Braun Sr 1914–1995 (m. 1952)

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*** MISS DEISINGER AND CHARLES BRAUN WED - Miss Margaret E. Deisinger daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. Allen Deisinger, Emigsville, became the bride of Charles E. Braun, 411 South George street, son of Mr. and Mrs. William H. Braun, Glen Rock, at 3 p. m. Sunday in St. Paul's Lutheran Church. York. The Rev. I. M. Lau officiated at the double ring ceremony. The bride wore an ice blue suit with navy blue accessories and a corsage of red roses. The attendants were Mr. and Mrs. Jessie Schriver, brother-in-law and sister of the bride Mrs. Schriver wore a corsage of yellow roses. A reception followed in home of the bridegroom. couple now resides at the George street address where the bride-groom operates a barber shop. The bride was employed by Jayson-York Inc., until the time of her marriage.

✞Charles E. Braun Sr., 80, of York Township, died at 12:20 p.m. Monday at Rest Haven-York. He was the husband of Margaret (Deisinger) Braun and of the late Catherine (Ness) Braun. The service will be 10 a.m. Friday at the Baumeister, Orcutt and Small Mortuaries Inc., South Queen and East Jackson streets, York. Burial will be in Mount Rose Cemetery. Viewing will be 9 to 10 a.m. Friday at the mortuary. Mr. Braun was born March 29, 1914, in Glen Rock. He was the son of the late William H. and Alice (Luckenbaugh) Braun. He was founder of Braun's Barber Shop in York. He was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church. Mr. Braun also is survived by a son, Charles E. Braun Jr. of York; a daughter, Bonnie Lee Garrett of York New Salem; a stepdaughter, Arlene Krout of Emigsville; eight grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Francis E. Braun of Stewartstown, and Wilmer G. Braun of York; and a sister, Catherine Rohrbaugh of Hanover. Officiating at the service will be his pastor, the Rev. John J. Wenzke. 03-13-95 York Daily Record (PA) - Wednesday, March 15, 1995

Child of Margaret (Deisinger) & Charles Braun:

Arlene M. (Braun) Krout 1941–2022

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✞York - Arlene Mae Krout, 80, of York, formerly of Emigsville, passed away, Saturday, February 5, 2022, at Pleasant Acres Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of York. Miss Krout was born March 15, 1941, in York and was the daughter of the late Charles E. Braun, Sr. and Margaret (Deisinger) Braun. She was employed as an office administrator for Lester Bentz Realty in York. She was a member of the former St. Mark Lutheran Church in Emigsville and a member of Grace Lutheran Church (Roundtown) York. Graveside services for Miss Krout will begin at 10:00 AM, Friday, February 11, 2022, in Salem Union Cemetery in Dover. Officiating at her service will be pastor Reverend Joel Folkemer. Arrangements have been entrusted to Emig Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Dover, PA. To share memories of Miss Krout please visit www.emigfuneralhome.com Posted online on February 07, 2022 Published in York Daily Record, York Dispatch

| Albert C. Deisinger

| Grandparents: George Jacob & Anna (Leiphart) Deisinger

| Parents: Henry & Sarah (Rebman) Deisinger

| Birth: 1883

| Death: Deceased

| Jacob C. Deisinger

| Grandparents: George Jacob & Anna (Leiphart) Deisinger

| Parents: Henry & Sarah (Rebman) Deisinger

| Birth: 11 Sep 1884 Dover, York, PA

| Death: 24 Dec 1930 Pottstown, PA

|Sp Ellen G. Hinkle

| Birth: 9 May 1887

| Death: 27 Apr 1942 Philadelphia, PA

| Marriage: 1909

Children of Jacob & Ellen (Hinkle) Deisinger: Arthur, Walter, Edward, and Sarah

Arthur J. Deisinger 1910–2000; Mary E. Stamm 1912–2011 (m. 1937)

►Obituaries: click

✞Arthur J. Deisinger of Spring House Estates and formerly of Hideaway Hills died May 9 at Spring House Estates. He was 90. Born in Pottstown, he was the son of the late Jacob and Elaine Hinkle Deisinger and the husband of Mary Stamm Deisinger. A 1928 graduate of Pottstown High School, he worked as a central office switchman for Bell Telephone of Pennsylvania for 47 years before his retirement in January 1975. He was a member of Upper Dublin Lutheran Church. A former Sunday school superintendent, he was active in church life and activities. He also belonged to the Bell Telephone Pioneers. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, John J. of Allentown and James of Glenmoore; a daughter, Margaret D. Bamford of Franconia; a twin brother, Walter of Pompano Beach, Fla.; another brother, Edward C. of Flourtown; eight grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. A funeral service was held May 12 at 11 a.m. at Upper Dublin Lutheran Church, 411 Susquehanna Road, Ambler, 19002. The Rev. Albert I. Douglass officiated. Interment was in George Washington Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the Church Memorial Fund at the above address. Arrangements were made by the Shaeff-Myers Funeral Home Inc., Ambler.

✞Mary Elizabeth (Stamm) Deisinger of Springhouse Estates, formerly of Horsham and the Germantown Section of Philadelphia, died on June 19, 2011. She was born March 9, 1912 the daughter of John Frederick Stamm and Edith Tabitha (Smith) Stamm. She was raised in Pottstown, PA and graduated from Pottstown High School in 1928. She went on to complete her AB in Education from Ursinus College, Collegeville, PA in 1932. She was certified to teach English, Latin, French, German and History. She was married to the late Arthur Joel Deisinger for 62 years. Their wedding was on June 26, 1937 at Transfiguration Lutheran Church in Pottstown, PA officiated by Rev H.F.J. Seneker. She worked for the School District of Philadelphia as an English Teacher and was teaching at Roxborough High School at her retirement in 1975. She was an active member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Germantown, Resurrection Lutheran Church, Horsham and Upper Dublin Lutheran Church, Upper Dublin, PA. Mary is survived by her children John J. (Joan), Margaret E. "Peg" (Bernard), and James A. (Loraine). Also surviving are grandchildren, Audra S. Leiderman, Steven K. Bamford, W. Scott Bamford, David J. Deisinger, Debra M. Emerson, Karen S. Deisinger, Katie M. Deisinger and step grandson Justin Campbell. Also surviving are four great grandchildren; John Leiderman, Bradley Emerson, Samantha Emerson, Nicholas S. Bamford and Jacob M. Bamford. She was predeceased by her grandson Daniel J. Deisinger. A funeral service will be held on July 9, 2011 at the Upper Dublin Lutheran Church, 411 Susquehanna Rd, Ambler PA at 11AM. Internment at George Washington Memorial Park. Condolence messages for the family may be left at www.Shaeff-Myers.com Arrangements by Shaeff Myers Funeral Home

Children of Arthur & Mary (Stamm) Deisinger:

John J. Deisinger 1939–Deceased
James Deisinger
Margaret D. Bamford
eight grandchildren
two great-grandchildren

Walter Deisinger 1910–2001 married Wilma R Corder

Edward Deisinger 1922–2000

Sarah N. Deisinger 1911–1979 Listed in "Who's Who for American Women" 1970

| Paul E. Deisinger

| Grandparents: George Jacob & Anna (Leiphart) Deisinger

| Parents: Henry & Sarah (Rebman) Deisinger

| Birth: 1 May 1889 York, PA

| Death: Dec 1966 York

|Sp Sarah E. Altland

| Birth: 20 Jan 1890 York

| Death: Aug 1977 York

| Marriage: 1916

Children of Paul & Sarah (Altland) Deisinger: Florence, Nina, and Corwell

Florence M. Deisinger 1921–2019; Ralph G Stover

Florence

►Obituary: click

✞York - Florence M. Stover, 97, entered into rest at 10:45 p.m. on Sunday, May 12, 2019 at ManorCare North. She was the wife of the late Ralph G. Stover. Born June 18, 1921 in Taxville, she was a daughter of the late Paul E. and Sarah E. (Altland) Deisinger. Florence retired in 1995 following 16 years of service for the Community Progress Council where she was a switchboard operator. She was previously employed by Dentsply for 25 years. Florence was a member of Grace Lutheran Church of Roundtown. She is survived by a brother, Corwell E. Deisinger and wife, Barbara of Manchester and five nephews, Blaine and Barry Snell and Steven, Mark and Jeffrey Deisinger. In addition to her husband and parents, Florence was preceded in death by her sister, Nina R. Witmer. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Florence's graveside service at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 16, 2019 in Paradise Holtzschwamm Union Cemetery, 3241 Church Rd., Thomasville. Officiating will be her pastor, the Rev. Stephen Yambor. Emig Funeral Home, Dover, is serving her family. Memorial contributions may be made to Grace Lutheran Church of Roundtown, 498 Church Rd., York, PA 17406. Published in York Daily Record & York Dispatch on May 15, 2019

Nina R. Deisinger 1926–2018; 1) Raymond L. Snell 1925–2000 US Army Korea; 2) John S. Witmer 1925–2013

Raymond

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✞York - Nina R. Witmer, age 92, of York, died at 2:55 PM Saturday, July 28, 2018 at Normandie Ridge. She was the wife of the late John S. Witmer. Born May 24, 1926 in York, she was a daughter of the late Paul and Sarah (Altland) Deisinger. Mrs. Witmer worked for Dentsply International for 25 years and was a member of Grace Lutheran Church of Roundtown. Mrs. Witmer is survived by two sons, Barry L. Snell and his wife, Holly A. of York, and Blaine E. Snell and his wife, Judy, of Canada; a stepson, Barry Witmer of Missouri; a stepdaughter, Patricia Hamilton of Mount Wolf; three grandchildren, Allecia, Kristen, and Stefanie; five great grandchildren; a sister, Florence Stover of York; and a brother, Corwell Deisinger and his wife, Barb, of Manchester. She was also preceded in death by a grandson, Andrew. A graveside service is scheduled for 10:30 AM Monday, August 6, 2018 at Suburban Memorial Gardens, with her Pastor, The Rev. Stephen W. Yambor, officiating. William E. Little Funeral Homes, Inc., 60 South Main Street, Manchester, is in charge of arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Grace Lutheran Church of Roundtown, 498 Church Road, York, PA 17406. Published in York Daily Record & York Dispatch on July 31, 2018

✞Raymond L Snell of York formerly of West Virginia died the morning of Jan 2 at Colonial Manor Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center. He was 74. Mr Snell died Jan 2 Mr Snell was self-employed having owned Snell Overviller and Snell Construction Co York. He served in the Army during the Korean War. He was a member of Calvary Temple Assembly of God Church York where he was main contractor for the church. He helped support several Native American schools. Born in York County Nov 16 1925 he was the son of the late Arthur E and Lydia J Krout Snell. He leaves his wife of 47 years Roxie J Ruppert Snell, a daughter Dorothy J Johnson of York three sons Barry L Snell Arthur R Snell and Keith A Snell all of Manchester Township, nine grandchildren a great-grandson two sisters: Gloria M Overmiller and Betty A Moosebrook both of Manchester Township and three brothers Clair W Snell Robert E Snell and Martin H Snell all of Manchester Township. Viewings are 7 to 9 pm ' Wednesday at John W Keffer Funeral Home Inc 2114 W Market St and 10:30 to 11 am Thursday at Calvary Temple Assembly of God 2160 Roosevelt Ave The service is at 11 am Thursday at the church with the Rev Carl Halverson officiating. Burial is in Suburban Memorial Gardens with military rites by York County Veterans Honor Guard Memorial contributions may be made to Calvary Temple Assembly of God Church 2160 Roosevelt Ave York 17404 The York Dispatch York, Pennsylvania 03 Jan 2000

Children of Nina (Deisinger) & Raymond Snell: Barry and Blaine

Barry L. Snell 1947–2022 US Marine Vietnam; Holly A. Geesey

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✞Barry Lee Snell, age 75, of Springettsbury Township, York, went to be with the Lord at 4:00 PM Friday, July 29, 2022, at Wellspan York Hospital. He was the husband of Holly A. (Geesey) Snell. Born March 18, 1947 in York, he was a son of the late Raymond Snell, and the late Nina (Deisinger) Witmer. He served in US Marine Corps in Viet Nam from 1967-1968, and was retired from Johnson Controls and its predecessor, York International, after 38 years of employment. He was an avid fisherman and hunter, and was a member of York County Bass Anglers for 18 years. He fished competitively in tournaments, and had achieved State Championship level. He hosted Fishing The Susquehanna on Channel 49, and was a St. Croix Fishing Rod representative for 15 years. He was a member of Starview Fish and Game. In addition to his wife of nearly 53 years, Mr. Snell is survived by two daughters, Kristen Leah Seitz, and her husband Joshua, of Manchester, and Allecia Marie Walmer, of Shrewsbury; four grandchildren, Justin Snell, Alexander Walmer, Mikaela Seitz, and Aiden Seitz; a great grandson, Jasper Snell; a brother, Blaine Snell, of Canada; and two half brothers, Keith Snell, of York, and Arthur Snell, also of York. He was also preceded in death by a son, Andrew David Snell and half sister Dorothy Johnson. Funeral services are scheduled for 10:30 AM Friday, August 5, 2022 at North Hills Bible Church, 1951 North Hills Road, York, with his Pastor, David Moss, officiating. Viewing will be 9:30-10:30. Burial will be in Mount Zion Cemetery, with military rites presented by the York County Veterans Honor Guard. William E. Little Funeral Homes, Inc., 60 South Main Street, Manchester, is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to North Hills Bible Church, 1951 North Hills Road, York PA 17406; or to the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, 1 Billy Graham Parkway, Charlotte NC 28201. KuhnerEquities.com Posted online on August 01, 2022 Published in York Daily Record, York Dispatch

Children of Barry & Holly (Geesey) Snell: Andrew, Kristen, and Allecia

Andrew D. Snell 1972–2008

Andrew

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✞Andrew D. Snell, 35, of West Hempfield Township, Columbia, entered into Heaven Saturday morning , April 26, 2008, due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident in Lower Windsor Township. Born November 3, 1972, in York, he was the son of Barry L. and Holly A. (Geesey) Snell of Mt. Wolf. He worked for York Container, and was a member of Starview Fish and Game Association. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, and enjoyed playing guitar. Andy is now at peace at Home with the Lord. In addition to his parents, he is survived by a son, Justin A. Snell of York; two sisters, Kristen L. Snell of Manchester and Allecia M. Walmer of Mt. Wolf; a nephew, Alexander J. Walmer of Mt. Wolf; a maternal grandfather, Harold L. Geesey of York; and a paternal grandmother, Nina Witmer of Manchester. He was preceded in death by a maternal grandmother, Dorothy Geesey and a paternal grandfather, Raymond Snell. Burial will be in Mt. Zion Cemetery. Published in the York Daily Record & York Dispatch on 4/28/2008.

Child of Andrew Snell:

Justin A. Snell

Kristen L. (Joshua) Seitz
Allecia M. Walmer
four grandchildren

Blaine E. Snell
4 grandchildren
5 great grandchildren

Corwell E. Deisinger 1932–2025 US Air Force; Barbara A. Fox 1932-2023 (m. 1952)

Barbara

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✞Corwell E. Deisinger - 93, passed away May 13, 2025. Arrangements provided by Kuhner Associates Funeral Directors, Inc. Posted online on May 15, 2025 Published in York Dispatch, York Daily Record

✞Barbara A. (Fox) Deisinger, age 90, of Manchester, passed away on Sunday, February 5, 2023, at Yorkview Nursing and Rehabilitation. She was the wife of Corwell E. Deisinger. Born February 9, 1932, in York, the daughter of the late Amos and Catherine Fox, she was a 1950 graduate from North York High School and worked at Bell Telephone. She married her husband July 24, 1952, after meeting in high school and he joined the Air Force in May of 1951. They moved to California and Idaho and eventually returned to York. In addition to her husband of 71 years, Mrs. Deisinger is survived by three sons, Steve, Mark and Jeff Deisinger. She was also preceded in death by her brother. Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 PM Saturday, February 25, 2023, at Otterbein United Methodist Church, 3241 North George Street, Emigsville. Visitation will be from 12:00-1:00 PM. Workinger Semmel Funeral Homes and Cremation, 849 East Market Street, York is assisting with arrangements.

Children of Corwell & Barbara (Fox) Deisinger:

Steve Deisinger
Mark Deisinger
Jeff Deisinger

| Anna Louisa Deisinger

| Grandparents: John & Anna Maria Deisinger

| Parents: John & Lydia (Reichert) Deissinger

| Birth: 3 Feb 1821 York, PA

| Death: 3 Feb 1850

| Catharine Deisinger

| Grandparents: John & Anna Maria Deisinger

| Parents: John & Lydia (Reichert) Deissinger

| Birth: 1822 York, PA

| Death: 27 Aug 1897

| John Deisinger (Jr)

| Grandparents: John & Anna Maria Deisinger

| Parents: John & Lydia (Reichert) Deissinger

| Birth: 16 Mar 1823 York, PA

| Death: 19 Sep 1892 Dover, York, PA

|Sp Harriet Smith

| Birth: 29 Mar 1823 York

| Death: 13 Apr 1909 York

Children of John and Harriet (Smith) Deisinger:

see John Deisinger (Jr) branch

| William Deisinger

| Grandparents: John & Anna Maria Deisinger

| Parents: John & Lydia (Reichert) Deissinger

| Birth: 23 Oct 1824

| Death:

|Sp Sarah Brenneman

| Birth:

| Death:

Child of William & Sarah (Brenneman) Deisinger:

Eliza J. Deisinger 1852–1852

| Elisabeth Deisinger

| Grandparents: John & Anna Maria Deisinger

| Parents: John & Lydia (Reichert) Deissinger

| Birth: 21 Apr 1826 Pennsylvania

| Death: 18 Dec 1876

| Michael Deisinger

| Grandparents: John & Anna Maria Deisinger

| Parents: John & Lydia (Reichert) Deissinger

| Birth: 29 Oct 1827 York, PA

| Death: 11 June 1852

|Sp Catherine Berkheimer

| Birth: 8 Jul 1823 Paradise Twp, York, PA

| Death: 5 July 1907 York

| Marriage: 1850

*** Birth, Death and Marriage Record: York Co. Historical Soc.--Records from Christ Lutheran Church, Jackson Twp. York Co. Pa. Catarina married 1. Michael Deisinger who was born 29 Oct 1827, and died 11 Jun 1852. They had no children. [sic] Catarina married 2. John Ernst, who was born 1815 and died the 22 Sep 1879. They had: 1. John 2. Marie, 3. Clayton.

Child of Michael & Catherine (Berkheimer) Deisinger:

Sarah A. "Sallie" Deisinger 1851–1926; 1) William Atland (div. 1879); 2) Benjamin Ruth; 3) John H. Tritt 1842-1893 (m. 1887)

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✞Sarah's death certificate (on FindAGrave) states she was an invalid in the York City Almshouse and the widow of John Tritt. Her father's name was Michael Deisinger. Her mother's name was Catherine Berkheimer. She died on 27 Nov 1926 of chronic myocarditis and chronic nephritis and was interred in Greenmount Cemetery, York, PA, with her son John and daughter-in-law.

✞In 1860, John was a boatman presumably living in Berks County, Pennsylvania, but he is not found with any certainty in that census. He stood 5' 6" tall and had dark hair and blue eyes. A Civil War veteran, he enlisted at the stated age of nineteen in Reading, Berks County, August 14, 1861, and mustered into federal service at Harrisburg September 4 as a private with Co. E, 46th Pennsylvania Infantry. On January 1, 1864, he re-enlisted as a Veteran Volunteer at Decherd, Tennessee, and honorably discharged with his company July 15, 1865. John married Sarah A. LNU and fathered two children, names unknown. He moved to York County where he took up the occupation of cigar making and became a member of Sedgwick Post No. 37, G.A.R. Known to be "addicted to the use of strong drink," on May 2, 1893, he celebrated his fifty-first birthday by getting drunk and fighting with a "Dutchman" named Wilhelm Meyer. Sometime later, John began spitting blood profusely and was dead within a few hours. A coroner's inquest ruled the official cause of death to be a "deceased [sic] right lung." On May 9, 1893, Sarah applied for a widow's pension for John's military service and received it.

Children of Sarah Deisinger:

Charles B Ruth 1882–1921; Mabel B (Stabley) Briggs 1887–1968

Child of Charles & Mabel (Stabley) Briggs Ruth:

Charles W Ruth 1909–1996; Lena M Wintermyer 1909–1984

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✞Charles W. Ruth, 87, of York, died at 7 a.m. Wednesday at his home. He was the husband of the late Lena Mae (Wintermyer) Ruth. The service will be 10 a.m. Saturday at the Etzweiler Funeral Home, 1111 E. Market St., York. Burial will be in Mount Rose Cemetery. Viewing will be 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Mr. Ruth was born Feb. 2, 1909, in York. He was the son of the late Charles B. and Mabel B. (Stabley) Ruth. He retired from National Biscuit Co. after 48 years of service. He was a member of the former Dutch Club in York. Mr. Ruth is survived by a son, Robert C. Ruth Sr. of York; two grandchildren; a great-grandson; two half brothers, Gerald C. Briggs and Donald Briggs, both of York; and a half sister, June Kreitzer of Lewisberry. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. William J. Farrell, pastor of Manchester Assembly of God. 2-21-96 York Daily Record (PA) - Thursday, February 22, 1996

Children of Charles & Lena (Wintermyer) Ruth:

Robert C. Ruth Sr.
two grandchildren
one great-grandson

John A Amsbaugh 1895–1957; 1) Lucy Snyder 1902–1939; Bessie M (Wilkinson) Pompell 1877–1946 (m. 1941)

✞John Albert Andrew Amsbaugh, was killed on Rt 60, about a mile north of Hagerstown, Md, in a head-on collision, October 20, 1957.

note- John's father was Andrew Edward Amsbaugh, who was 62 at the time of John's birth.

- - - - Children of John & Lucy (Snyder) Amsbaugh:
        William Leroy Amsbaugh 1922–1922
        Helen Ruth Amsbaugh 1925–1925

| Lydia A. Deisinger

| Grandparents: John & Anna Maria Deisinger

| Parents: John & Lydia (Reichert) Deissinger

| Birth: 20 Sep 1829

| Death: 14 Sep 1922 York, PA

|Sp Samuel Hoover

| Birth:

| Death:

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✞DEATHS AND BURIALS Mrs. Lydia Hoover, widow of Samuel Hoover, died yesterday afternoon at 12:05 o'clock at the home of her niece. Mrs. Ed Raffensberger, 326 West North street, after an illness of about four years. She was 93 years old and leaves a number of nephews and nieces. The funeral services will be conducted at the home of her niece on Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock by the Rev. O. P. Schellhamer. Interment will be made at Strayer's cemetery. The York Dispatch (York, Pennsylvania) 15 Sep 1922, Fri.

| Levi K. Dysinger

| Grandparents: John & Anna Maria Deisinger

| Parents: John & Lydia (Reichert) Deissinger

| Birth: June 1830 Lancaster, PA

| Death: 6 Mar 1913 Clark, OH

|Sp Mary Schaffer

| Birth: 16 Oct 1837 Cumberland, PA

| Death: 27 Aug 1921 New Carlisle, OH

| Marriage: 1854

| Levi Deisinger

| Grandparents: John & Anna Maria Deisinger

| Parents: John & Lydia (Reichert) Deissinger

| Birth: 17 Mar 1831

| Death:

| Sarah Deisinger

| Grandparents: John & Anna Maria Deisinger

| Parents: John & Lydia (Reichert) Deissinger

| Birth: 30 Jan 1833

| Death: 8 Feb 1850

| Leah Deisinger

| Grandparents: John & Anna Maria Deisinger

| Parents: John & Lydia (Reichert) Deissinger

| Birth: 9 July 1835 Pennsylvania

| Death: 20 Apr 1908 Dover, York, PA

|Sp Andrew J. Becker/Baker

| Birth: 30 May 1840 Pennsylvania

| Death: 13 Dec 1914 York, PA

| Marriage: 1870

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✞BAKER-On Dec. 13, 1914, at 2 p. m., at the home of his son-in-law, Edward Raffensberger, 325 West Northstreet, York, Andrew Baker, aged 74 years, 6 months and 13 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral on Wednesday morning, December 16, leaving the house at 9 o'clock, by chartered trolley car to Dover. Services and interment at Strayer's Union church, near Dover. Please omit flowers..

Children of Leah (Deisinger) & Andrew Becker:

| Rolandus N. Becker/Baker

| Grandparents: John & Lydia (Reichert) Deissinger

| Parents: Leah (Deisinger) & Andrew Becker

| Birth: 23 Feb 1871 York, PA

| Death: 9 Mar 1945 York

|Sp Savannah Effie Lauer

| Birth: 9 Dec 1873 York

| Death: 26 Mar 1939 York

| Marriage: 1895

note- On FamilySearch.org, in 1872, there was a christening record for Rolandus Nicetus Becker, born in 1871, Dover Township, York, Pennsylvania, Strayers Salem Reformed Congregation Church. He was born to Andrew and Leah Becker. In 1880, there was a US Census record for Rolandus, his sister Alice, and his parents in York. In 1895, there was a marriage record for a Rolandus Becker and his bride, Savannah Effie Lauer, in York. In 1900, there was a US Census record for Rolandus and Effie Baker in York. In 1910, there was a US Census record for Reuben [sic] and Effie Baker in York. In 1920, there was a US Census record for Rolandus, Savannah, and their son, Stewart Baker, age 8, in York. In 1908, there was an affidavit of death for Leah Becker, signed by Rolandus Baker. In 1943, there was a Social Security record for Rolandus Baker. Finally, there is a common gravestone for Rolandus, Effie, Stewart, and Ruth Baker on FindAGrave. So, Andrew and his son Rolandus used either Becker or Baker at various times. There was another Rolandus Becker from York with different parents who died in 1896 and was conflated with this Rolandus Baker on FindAGrave and FamilySearch.

Child of Rolandus & Savannah Effie Becker/Baker:

Stewart Baker 1911-1994; Ruth Knisely 1908-1974

| Alice Becker

| Grandparents: John & Lydia (Reichert) Deissinger

| Parents: Leah (Deisinger) & Andrew Becker

| Birth: 27 Nov 1874 York, PA

| Death: 12 Nov 1963

|Sp Edward E Raffensperger

| Birth: 4 Jul 1874 Dover Twp, York, PA

| Death: 3 Mar 1939 York

| Marriage: 1896

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✞Elizabethtown Chronicle (Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania) 21 Nov 1963, Thu - Mrs. Alice E. Becker Raffensperger, 88, 325 West North street, York, died at her home, Tuesday. She was the widow of Edward E. Raffensperger. Surviving are a son, Harvey, this borough, and a number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren in Lancaster County. She was born in Rapho Township, a daughter of the late John L. and Annie Bear Gaul. She formerly resided in Florin. Among her survivors is a sister, Annie, wife of Jacob G. Wolgemuth, Elizabethtown R. D. 3.

note- Alice E. Becker Raffensperger's obit seems to be factually incorrect. She was not born in Rapho Township, although it's close to York Township, where she was born. Her parents were not John L. and Annie Bear Gaul.

Children of Alice (Becker) & Edward Raffensperger: Harvey, Rolandus, Myra, Margaret, Nora, Edward, George, Robert, Eleda, and John

Harvey W. Raffensperger 1897–1984; Lillie M. Ruhl 1896–1976 (m. 1917)

Children of Harvey & Lillie (Ruhl) Raffensperger:

Anna M. Raffensperger 1917–1990; Martin M. Lehman 1915–1986 (m. 1939)

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✞Anna M. Lehman, 72, of 436 Ridgeview Avenue, Elizabethtown, died Thursday morning at Leader Nursing Center following a lengthy illness. She was the wife of the late Martin M. Lehman, who died in 1986. She was a member of the First Church of God and the Fellowship Sunday School Class, Elizabethtown. Born in Elizabethtown, she was a daughter of the late Harvey W. and Lillie Ruhl Raffensperger. She is survived by two brothers, Wilber W. and Robert E. Raffensperger, both of Elizabethtown and several nieces and nephews. [Lancaster New Era - August 11, 1990]

✞Martin M. Lehman, 70, a retired Elizabethtown building contractor, died at 8 a.m. Sunday at Lehman's Nursing Home, Rheems, after a long illness. He resided at 436 Ridgeview Ave., Elizabethtown. He was the husband of Anna M. Raffensperger Lehman. He belonged to First Church of God, Elizabethtown and was an avid hunter and golfer. Born in Mount Joy Township, he was a son of the late Benjamin H. and Cora Martin Lehman. Surviving besides his wife are three brothers: Lester M. and Elmer M., both of Elizabethtown, and Benjamin M. Mount Joy; and three sisters; Elva M., Elizabeth M., wife of Amos Risser and Erma M., wife of Merle Ruhl, all of Elizabethtown. [Lancaster New Era - Monday, July 14, 1986]

LTC Wilbur W. Raffensperger 1921–1996 WWII US Army Air Corps; Marian R. Sipling 1921–2014 (m. 1942)

Wilbur

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✞Wilbur 'Wib' Raffensperger, 75, decorated vet and civic leader - Wilbur W. "Wib" Raffensperger, 75, a retired estate planning officer, died Friday at Lancaster General Hospital following a long illness. A resident of 20 Foreman Road, Elizabethtown, he was the husband of Marian R. Sipling Raffensperger. They would have observed their 53rd wedding anniversary Aug. 18. Raffensperger was an estate planning officer with Farmers First National Bank, Elizabethtown, and later Sherbahn Associates. He retired in 1985. Previously he was an agent with Connecticut General Life Insurance Co. and part owner of Rheems Garage. Raffensperger was president of the first West Donegal Township Planning Commission and served as township tax collector. A lifelong resident of Elizabethtown, he was a 1939 graduate of Elizabethtown High School and attended Elizabethtown College for two years, majoring in accounting and economics. In 1941 he joined the U.S. Army Air Corps as a cadet. A pilot during World War II, he flew B-17s over Europe and Africa. His group was responsible for the first daylight raids over occupied Europe. After 50 successful flights he retired as a lieutenant colonel from the Air Force in 1946. He received the Distinguished Flying Cross, a Presidential Citation and an Air Medal with nine oak leaf clusters. Raffensperger later served two years in the Korean War. He was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Fred Barley Post 5667, Elizabethtown, and the Brotherhood and Protective Order of Elks, and was a charter member of the Conestoga Country Club. He was a past president of the Certified Life Underwriters, Lancaster, a past president of the Elizabethtown Rotary Club, a past chairman of the Boy Scouts and served on the board of directors for the Department of Public Assistance. Raffensperger was a member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church, Elizabethtown, serving as an usher and a member of the choir. He enjoyed golfing. Born in Elizabethtown, he was the son of the late Harvey and Lillie M. Ruhl Raffensperger. In addition to his wife he is survived by two daughters, Marcia, wife of William Zinkel, Glenmoore, and Patricia, wife of Joseph Filipponi, West Chester; and two grandchildren. Sunday News Lancaster, Pennsylvania Sunday, July 14, 1996 Pg 22

Harold E. Raffensperger 1924–1973 WWII US Army 1LT; Ruth E. Pare 1920–2004 (m. 1945)
Robert E. Raffensperger 1927–1991; Maxine T. Love 1926–2020 (m. 1946)

Maxine

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✞Maxine (Love) Raffensperger, 94, of Elizabethtown, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 24, 2020 at Masonic Village, Elizabethtown. Born Sunday, October 10, 1926 in Shirleysburg, PA, she was the daughter of the late Nevin and Hulda (Hall) Love. She was married 27 years to Robert E. Raffensperger who passed away in October 1991. Maxine was a member and greeter at Mount Calvary Church, Elizabethtown. A hair dresser most of her life, she worked at Masonic Village, and was retired from Elizabethtown Area School District where she worked in the cafeteria. She enjoyed knitting, word search, gardening and walking, and always had a sweet tooth. Maxine is survived by two children: Amy J. Raffensperger and Todd A. Raffensperger, both of Elizabethtown, and numerous nieces and nephews. Services and interment will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Maxine’s memory to www.alzheimers.org. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.FinkenbinderFamily.com. The family would like to thank the staff on Washington 4 at Masonic Village Healthcare Center and Masonic Village Hospice for their wonderful care and support. Arrangements entrusted to Miller-Finkenbinder Funeral Home & Crematory, Elizabethtown

Children of Robert & Maxine (Love) Raffensperger:

Amy J. Raffensperger
Todd A. Raffensperger

Rolandus H. Raffensperger 1898–1943; Mary L Oldweiler 1901–1987 (m. 1919)

Mary & Rolandus

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✞Rolandus H. Raffensperger, forty-four, Elizabethtown R1, died about 9 a. m. yesterday at his home. Mr. Raffensperger had been employed as a landscape gardener at the Masonic Homes, Elizabethtown. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mary Raffensperger; the following children, Jean Marie, Helen Mae, Fairy, Stella Elizabeth, George Edward, Charles Roy, Clarence Eugene, Robert and James Larry, all at home; his mother, Mrs. E. E. Raffensperger, York; and the following brothers and sisters, Harvey, Elizabethtown; Edward, Maryland; John and George, York; Mrs. Millard Hoke, Goldsboro; Mrs. Walter Leinbaugh and Miss Eleda Raffensperger, both of York. Lancaster New Era (Lancaster, Pennsylvania) 06 May 1943, Thu

✞Mary L. Forwood, 85, died unexpectedly Thursday morning at home, 25 N. Perry St.. Elizabethtown. She was under a physician's care. She was retired from the former J. Risser Garment Co. of Elizabethtown. She was the wife of the late Roland R. Forwood, who died in 1983. Her first husband, Rolandus H. Raffensperger, died in 1943. Born in Comoy Township, she was a daughter of the late Isaac and Fannie Landis Olweiler. She bellonged to the Newville Bible Church and the Newville Senior Citizens. Surviving are two daughters. Helen M. Coble, York, and Stella E., wife of Harold Rhen, Mount Joy R2: three sons, Clarence E Raffensperger, Mount Joy R2. Robert O. Raffensperger. Manheim R2, and James L. Raffensperger. Elizabethtown; two step-daughters. Ruth E., wife of Eugene Moyer, Frostproof, Fla., and Anna M., wife of Thaddeus Nagle, Hazleton; five stepsons, J. Harold Forwood, Virginia Beach. Va.. Ralph E. Forwood, Tempe, Ariz.. Glenn C. Forwood, Marietta, Wilbur A. Forwood, Lancaster, and Larry F. Forwood, Simi, Calif.: 22 grandchildren: 19 stepgrandchildren: great-grandchildren: 13 stepgreat-grandchildren: brothers. Raymond Olweiler, Elizabethtown, and Reuben Olweiler. Norristown, and a sister, Naomi, wife of Abe Hoffer. Elizabethtown. Intelligencer Journal (Lancaster, Pennsylvania) 20 Feb 1987, Fri

Children of Rolandus & Mary (Oldweiler) Raffensperger: Jean , Helen, Fairy, Alma, Stella, George, Charles, Clarence, and Robert

Jean M Raffensperger 1920–1980 WWII US Army; John P. Mohn 1919–1999 (m. 1943)

John & Jean

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✞Jean Mohn, of Ephrata, formerly of Reamstown, died in Ephrata Community Hospital. She was born in Conoy Township, a daughter of Mary Olweiler Raffensperger Forwood, Elizabethtown, and the late Rolandis H. Raffensperger. Surviving are her children, John P Mohn and Marie A. Mohn.

✞John Paul Mohn, 80, of 120 Niss Ave., Ephrata, died unexpectedly Monday at home. He had been under the care of a physician. Mohn had worked as a bricklayer for the former Grant A. Smith & Sons Inc., now Lancaster Masonry, Lancaster. After retirement, he worked for several years at McDonald's, Ephrata, and for The Ephrata Review. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. He was a member of Grace Evangelical Congregational Church, Akron. Born in Shillington, he was a son of the late John K. and Lillie Pfautz Mohn. He was married to Jean M. Raffensperger Mohn, who died in 1980. Surviving are a daughter, Marie A. Mohn of Lititz; a son, John R., married to Joyce E. Good Mohn of Lancaster; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Lavern R., married to Marguerite Ansel Mohn of Akron, and Melvin, married to Esther Steffy Mohn of Reamstown. Intelligencer Journal Lancaster, PA September 28, 1999

Children of Jean (Raffensperger) & John Mohn:

Marie A. Mohn
John R. (Joyce) Mohn
two grandchildren
two great-grandchildren

Helen M. Raffensperger 1921–1989; Andrew G. Coble 1916–1984 (m. 1940)

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✞Lancaster County native Helen M. Coble, 67, of York RD 10, died Thursday morning at her home. She was the wife of the late Andrew G. Coble. A graveside service, will be 2 p.m. Sunday in Prospect Hill Cemetery. Viewing will be 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Sunday at the Scott B. Emig Funeral Home, 47 N. Queen St., Dover. Memorials to American Heart Association, 302 E. Market St., York, 17403. She was born in Lancaster County, the daughter of the late Rolandis and Mary (Olweiler) Raffensperger. She retired from the accounting department of Borg-Wamer Corp. Surviving are a sister, Stella E. Rhen, Mount Joy; three brothers, Clarence Raffensperger, Mount Joy RD 2, Robert Raffensperger, Manheim RD 2, James Raffensperger, Elizabethtown. Officiating will be the Rev. Donald C. Nolder, pastor of Zion United Methodist Church. York Daily Record. York, Pennsylvania, 10 Mar 1989, Fri

✞Andrew G. "Andy Coble, 68, of York RD 10, a retired employee of Borg-Warner Corp., died at 2:20 p.m, Saturday at Valentis Alzheimer Personal Care Center, Mountville. He was the husband of Helen M. (Raffensperger) Coble. The service will be at the convenience of the. family. Memorial contributions may be made to Valentis Alzheimer Personal Care Center, Mountville, 17554. The Scott B. Emig Funeral Home, 47 N. Queen St., Dover, is in charge of arrangements. Mr. Coble was born in Newberry Township the son of the late Ray and Hattie (Thompson) Coble. He retired from the York Division of the firm after 34 years of employment, he was a member of the firm's 25 Year Club and of the York Rifle Association. Mr. Coble is also survived by a brother, Charles F. Coble, 2820 Hialeah Court, Weigelstown; a sister, Estella G. Reigle, 639 Manor St., and nephews and nieces. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Donald C. Nolder, pastor of Zion United Methodist Church. 9-13-84 York Daily Record, York, Pennsylvania, 17 Sep 1984, Mon.

Fairy O. Raffensperger 1923–1979; Leroy F. Alleman 1918–1988

Child of Fairy (Raffensperger) & Leroy Alleman:

Karen Alleman 1949-

Alma R. Raffensperger 1924–1940

Stella E. Raffensperger 1928–2004; Harold E. Rhen 1927–2015 (m. 1951) WWII US Army Air Corps

Harold

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✞Harold E. Rhen, 88, of Elizabethtown, passed away on Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at Masonic Village. Born on his grandfather’s farm, which is now part of the Swatara Park, he was the son of the late Curtis and Jeannie (Minnich) Rhen. Harold was the husband of the late Stella E. (Raffensperger) Rhen who passed away June 17, 2004. Harold proudly served in the United States Army Air Corps during WWII as a teletype operator. After the war, Harold worked at Hamilton Watch Company where he completed his apprenticeship in tool and die. He moved on to work at AMP, Inc. for 40 years before his retirement in 1990. Harold enjoyed hunting and fishing. He spent many hunting seasons at the Milton Grove Hunting Lodge in Lycoming County. Harold was an avid Philadelphia Phillies and Penn State Football fan. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Mount Joy, AMP Nimrods, and a life member of Milton Grove Sportsmen’s Club where he was a former President. Preceded in death by his brother, Richard Rhen. Harold is survived by three daughters, Teresa Thomas wife of Paul L., of Elizabethtown, Kathy Rhen, of Lebanon, and Brenda Hanson wife of Bert H., of Elizabethtown; three grandchildren; two great grandchildren; a brother, Albert Rhen, of Elizabethtown; and a sister, Elizabeth Eakman, of Masonic Village. A funeral service honoring Harold’s life will be held at the Sheetz Funeral Home, Inc., 16 East Main Street, Mount Joy on Monday, December 21, 2015 at 11 AM. Family and friends will be received at the funeral home before the service from 10 AM to 11 AM. Interment will follow at Good’s Mennonite Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church, 47 West Main Street, Mount Joy, PA 17552 or Wounded Warrior Project , PO Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675. To send an online condolence, please visitsheetzfuneralhome.com Sheetz Funeral Home, Inc. Mount Joy (LNP 12/18/2015)

Children of Stella (Raffensperger) & Harold Rhen:

Teresa (Paul) Thomas
Kathy Rhen
Brenda (Bert) Hanson
three grandchildren
two great grandchildren

George E. Raffensperger 1930–1970; Mildred K. Dieffenbaugh 1932–2002

Children of George & Mildred (Dieffenbaugh) Raffensperger:

Gary E. Raffensperger 1950–2006
Melani K. Raffensperger 1959-2020

Melani

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✞Melani K. Raffensperger, 61, of Lancaster, passed away on Monday, April 20, 2020 at the Hamilton Arms Center. Born Saturday, January 31, 1959 in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late George E. and Mildred (Dieffenbach) Raffensperger. Melani attended Intermediate Unit 13 and worked at Goodwill Industries and Occupational Developmant Center. Growing up in Elizabethtown, she also spent many years living in the Friendship Community where she was very active in the Friendship Heart Gallery. She enjoyed creating various art, including painting, drawing and making jewelry. Melani would regularly attend Hempfield Church of the Brethren. She was an enthusiastic singer and loved playing games with family and friends. She also enjoyed hand held games and word search puzzles. Melani’s favorite foods were Chinese, pizza and cookies, and always wanted a soda with them. Most of all, Melani was a social butterfly and loved everyone. She always had the biggest smile on her face! Melani is survived by a niece, Lisa M. Siddo of Harrisburg; a nephew, Scott Raffensperger of Elizabethtown and many cousins. Service and interment will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Melani’s memory may be made to Friendship Community at www.extragive.org.

Charles R. Raffensperger 1931–1974; Rachel I Koser 1937–2022

Rachel

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✞Rachel I. Cramer, 85, of Mount Joy, passed away on Wednesday, June 8, 2022 at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Conewago Township, Dauphin County, she was the daughter of the late Irvin L., Sr. and Anna E. (Shank) Koser. Rachel was the wife of Paul Cramer with whom she celebrated 44 years of marriage. She was previously the wife of the late Charles Raffensperger who passed away in 1974. Rachel retired from the Mount Joy Vo-Tech School working on the custodial staff. She was a member of Mount Joy Church of God. Rachel enjoyed traveling and trips to the beach. Surviving in addition to her husband, Paul are two children, Ken Raffensperger of Mill Hall, PA and Cynthia Raffensperger of Columbia; a step-son, Matthew Cramer of Neffsville; and three grandchildren, Kenny, Brandon, and William Raffensperger. She was preceded in death by eight siblings, Leah Phalen, Betty Johnson, Abe Koser, Jay Koser, Ruth Gibble, Grace Patterson, Alma Rebman, and Irvin Koser, Jr. A funeral service honoring Rachel's life will be held at the Mount Joy Church of God, 30 East Main Street, Mount Joy, PA 17552 on Tuesday, June 14, 2022 at 11 AM. Family and friends will be received at the church before the service from 10 AM to 11 AM. Interment will be private at Good's Mennonite Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Mount Joy Church of God (address above). To send an online condolence, please visit www.sheetzfuneralhome.com LNP Media Group, Inc. 10 Jun 2022

Children of Charles & Rachel (Koser) Raffensperger:

Ken Raffensperger
Cynthia Raffensperger
Wesley D. Raffensperger 1957-1995

Clarence E. Raffensperger Sr. 1933–2017 US Army; Nancy M. Bankler 1934–2010

Nancy

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✞Clarence E. Raffensperger, 83, of Mount Joy, passed away on Saturday, May 27, 2017. He was the husband of the late Nancy (Bankler) Raffensperger who passed away on April 14, 2010. Clarence is survived by two children, Clarence "Gene" Raffensperger, Jr. of Mount Joy and Patty Raffensperger of Rheems; and a brother, James (Patricia) Raffensperger of Columbia. He was preceded in death by five sisters and three brothers. Clarence was a graduate of the former Patton Trade School, Elizabethtown. During his career, he was a master mechanic for the former Williams and Reed Chevrolet of Elizabethtown. He was last employed by Carlos Leffler, Inc. He proudly served in the United States Army. Clarence enjoyed helping his son, Gene, at his auto repair business. A Funeral Service honoring Clarence's life will be held at the Sheetz Funeral Home, Inc., 16 East Main Street, Mount Joy on Thursday, June 1, 2017 at 11 AM. Family and friends will be received at the funeral home before the service from 10 AM to 11 AM. Interment will follow at Goods Mennonite Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be sent to Fellowship Baptist Church, 151 Orange St., Mount Joy, PA 17552. To send an online condolence, please visit www.sheetzfuneralhome.com Sheetz Funeral Home, Inc. Mount Joy (LNP 5/30/2017)

✞Nancy M. Raffensperger, 75, of Mount Joy passed away on April 14, 2010. She was married to Clarence E. Raffensperger Sr. Nancy is survived by her son, C. Eugene "Gene" Raffensperger, Jr., of Elizabethtown, her daughter, Patty Raffensperger of Rheems, sister, Jane Ginder, stepsister, Jean (Ken) Brandt and stepbrother, Donald (Doris) Brandt, all of Elizabethtown. A homemaker, Nancy was a graduate of Elizabethtown High School, attended Faith Bible Church, Mount Joy and was formerly employed by the Hesteco Dress Company, Elizabethtown. A kind and compassionate person, Nancy always put others before herself. Born in Columbia, she was the daughter of the late George and Mary Delucia Bankler. A Funeral Service will be held at Faith Bible Church, 2075 Harrisburg Ave., Mount Joy on Tuesday, April 20, 2010 at 10 AM. Interment to follow in West Green Tree Cemetery. There will be no viewing; however, Nancy's family will receive friends at the Church on Tuesday morning from 9:30 to 10 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Faith Bible Church. Sheetz Funeral Home, Inc., Mount Joy. Online condolences to: sheetzfuneralhome.com (Lancaster Intelligencer Journal/New Era 4/16/2010)

Children of Clarence & Nancy (Bankler) Raffensperger:

Clarence "Gene" Raffensperger, Jr.
Patty Raffensperger

Robert O Raffensperger 1935–2015; Emmarene Smith 1937–2018

Emmarene

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✞Robert O. Raffensperger "Raffie" passed away peacefully at the age of 79 on January 12, 2015. Born in his parents' home in Lancaster, PA October 31, 1935, he was the son of Rolandis and Mary Raffensperger. He was also the loving husband of Emmarene Raffensperger to whom he was married for 58 years. Robert worked for Alcoa for 43 years and then later worked at High Steel as an Escort driver. Away from his professional job, Robert and his family also operated a small ten-acre farm on the side. Robert was an active member of the Milton Grove United Methodist Church where he served God for 46 years. In his free time, he loved to drive and tinker with cars. In addition to his wife, Emmarene, Robert is survived by two brothers, Clarence of Elizabethtown and James of Columbia. Robert is also the father to three sons, Daniel and his wife Leeann of Lancaster, PA, Richard and his wife Susan of Lititz, PA, and Randall Sr. and his wife Debbie of Marietta, PA. Robert also had one daughter, Emmarene Cook of Elizabethtown, PA. In addition to his four children, he leaves behind 13 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren with two on the way. A memorial service will be held at 11 AM at the Milton Grove United Methodist Church, with visitation from 10-11, on Friday, January 16, 2015. In lieu of flowers, the family would like donations to go to the Mount Joy Hospice Center or Milton Grove United Methodist Church. Arrangements made by Hetrick Cremation Services, 3125 Chestnut Street, Harrisburg, PA, 717-545-3774.

✞Emmarene Raffensperger, age 81, went home to be with The Lord on Saturday, September 22, 2018, surrounded by her loving family. Emmarene was born July 7, 1937 in Titusville, PA and was the daughter of the late Jonathan M. Smith Sr. and Freida Fox Smith. She is also preceded in death by her dear husband of 58 plus years; Robert Raffensperger in 2015. Emmarene is survived by her sons; Dan (LeeAnn) Raffensperger of Lancaster, PA, Rick Raffensperger of Elizabethtown, PA and Randy (Debbie) Raffensperger Sr. of Marietta, PA. She is also survived by her daughter; Emmarene Cook of Elizabethtown, PA and by her brother; Jonathan Smith Jr. of TN. She will also be greatly missed by her 13 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren, with 1 on the way. Emmarene was a very busy and active woman in her day. She was extremely involved in her church; Milton Grove United Methodist, where she taught Sunday School and Bible school and served as the church's financial secretary and was a hostess with the Christian Woman's Club for over 30 years. Emmarene truly loved taking care of her family, but always found a moment for her reading, gardening, crafts and of course watching her treasured birds, especially her hummingbirds. Her passing will leave a large void in not only her family's lives, but in the lives of all those who had the honor and privilege of knowing her. A Memorial Service for Emmarene will be held on Saturday, October 13, 2018 at 10:30AM at Milton Grove United Methodist Church, 2026 Cloverleaf Road, Mount Joy PA 17552. Pastor Jamie Pietsch officiating. The family will be receiving guests for a period of visitation, prior to the service, between the hours of 9:30AM and 10:30AM. Immediately following the service, interment of Emmarene and Robert will take place at Good's Mennonite Cemetery, 4374 Bossler Road, Bainbridge, PA at 12:30PM. All are respectfully invited and are welcome to attend. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Milton Grove UMC or Hospice of Lancaster. Arrangements for Emmarene have been entrusted to the Hetrick Bitner Funeral Home, 3125 Walnut Street, Harrisburg, PA 17109. To leave online condolences for Emmarene's family, please visit us at; BitnerCares.com (LNP 10/5/2018)

Children of Robert & Emmarene (Smith) Raffensperger:

Daniel (Leeann) Raffensperger
Richard (Susan) Raffensperger
Randall (Debbie) Raffensperger Sr.
Emmarene Cook
13 grandchildren
6 great grandchildren

Myra C. Raffenberger 1901–1970; Millard E Hoke 1901–1980

Children of Myra (Raffenberger) & Millard Hoke:

Mildred C Hoke 1923–2008; Bruce E. Conley 1923–2018 WWII US Army Air Force (m. 1945)

Mildred

Bruce

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✞Mildred C. (Hoke) Conley, 85, of Dover, formerly of York Haven, died at December 26, 2008, at Manor Care North. She was the wife of Bruce Conley, whom she married 63 years ago on July 22, 1945. She was born April 1, 1923, in York County. She was the daughter of the late Millard and Myra (Raffensperger) Hoke. Mildred graduated from New Cumberland High School in 1942. She co owned Conley's General Store in Goldsboro and Newberrytown with her husband for many years before retiring in 1977. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Goldsboro Fire Company and the Red Land Senior Center. She attended Ambassador Bible Chapel and was a member of Newberrytown Church of God in Etters. In addition to her husband, Bruce, Mildred is survived by one daughter, April Heisey and husband, Philip of York; two grandsons, Stacy and Adam, both of York; two great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Thelma Fetrow of Newberrytown and June King of Chambersburg. Burial will be in Susquehanna Memorial Gardens. Published in the York Daily Record & York Dispatch on 12/28/2008

✞October 13, 1923 - January 31, 2018 - York Haven, Bruce E. Conley, 94, passed away at 9 a.m. Wednesday, January 31, 2018 at Rest Haven Nursing Home. He was the husband of the late Mildred (Hoke) Conley. Bruce was born October 13, 1923 in York and was the son of the late Charles and Maggie (Toomey) Conley. He was employed by York International for over 20 years before retiring in 1986. He attended Ambassador Bible Chapel in Manchester. Bruce proudly served his country in the United States Army Air Force during WW II. Bruce is survived by his daughter, April Heisey and her husband, Phil of York; two grandsons, Stacy and his wife, Kristen of York, Adam of York; and two great-grandchildren, Elizabeth and Alex. Bruce was preceded in death by his brothers, Raymond, Lloyd, Charles, Jacob and Nevin; and his sisters, Catherine, Freda and Eva Violet. His funeral service will begin at 10:30 a.m., Monday, February 5, 2018 at The Diehl Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 87 South Main Street, Mount Wolf. Viewing will be from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Susquehanna Memorial Gardens. Officiating at the service will be Reverend Charles Yost. Military honors will be provided by The York County Veterans Honor Guard at the graveside. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider, Penn State Children's Hospital P.O. Box 852, Hershey, PA. 17033-0852. To share memories of Bruce please visit www.diehlfuneralhome.com Published in York Daily Record & York Dispatch on Feb. 4, 2018

Children of Mildred (Hoke) & Bruce Conley:

April (Philip) Heisey
two grandsons
two great-grandchildren

Thelma E. Hoke 1924–2023; John G. Fetrow Jr 1923–2021 (m. 1946) WWII US Army

Thelma

John

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✞Thelma E. (Hoke) Fetrow, 98, of Erie, formerly of Newberry, passed away peacefully at Manchester Commons in Erie, PA. She was the wife of the late John G. Fetrow, Jr., to whom she was married for 74 years before his passing on April 24, 2021. Mrs. Fetrow was born November 9, 1924, in East Manchester Township, PA and was the daughter of the late Millard and Myra (Raffensperger) Hoke. She graduated from New Cumberland High School and served as an Administrative Assistant with the former Amon R. Smith Chevrolet in York, the former Swetizer Fuel and PADE. She and her husband loved to travel and were lucky enough to see Alaska, Europe, and many places within the United States. She loved spending time with her children and grandchildren and working in her gardens. She was an active life-long member of the Mount Wolf VFW Axillary. Mrs. Fetrow is survived by her daughter, Sharon Burke of Erie; her son, John Fetrow (Susan) of Glen Rock, PA; three grandchildren, Melissa, Terry, and Tanya; four great grandchildren, and four great great granddaughters. She was preceded in death by her sisters Millard Conley, Lola Spangler Smith and June King and son-in-law, Thomas H. Burke. Friends are invited to call at Diehl Funeral Home & Cremation Center 87 South Main Street, Mount Wolf, PA. on Saturday May 27 from 10am until the time of the service at 11:00. Her burial will be in Paddletown Cemetery. Officiating at her service will be Reverend Kevin Shively from St. Matthew Lutheran Church in York. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Mount Wolf VFW Axillary. To share memories of Mrs. Fetrow, please visit www.diehlfuneralhome.com Posted online on May 23, 2023 Published in York Daily Record, York Dispatch

✞John G. Fetrow, Jr., 97, of Erie, formerly of Newberrytown , passed away peacefully, Saturday, April 24, 2021 at the PA Soldiers and Sailors Home in Erie, PA. He is the husband of Thelma E. (Hoke) Fetrow of Erie, PA who he married 74 years ago on October 6, 1946. Mr. Fetrow was born September 23, 1923 in Etters and was the son of the late John G. Fetrow, Sr. and Laura M. (King) Fetrow. He was employed for 34 years as a Diesel Truck Mechanic for Snyder Automobile. He was a member of the American Legion Post 143 in New Cumberland, PA and the Susquehanna V.F.W. Post 2493 in Mount Wolf. John proudly served his country in the United States Army during WWII. In addition to his wife Thelma, John is survived by his son John Fetrow, III and his wife Susan of Glen Rock; his daughter, Sharon Burke of Erie, PA; 3 grandchildren, Melissa, Terry and Tanya; 4 great grandchildren; 4 great great granddaughters; his brothers, George Fetrow of York Haven and Robert Fetrow of Etters and his sister Ruth Fogle of York. Mr. Fetrow was preceded in death by his brother, Edward Fetrow and his sister, Martha Donley. His funeral service will begin at 11:00 AM, Saturday, May 1, 2021 at the Diehl Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 87 South Main Street, Mount Wolf. Viewing will be from 10:00 to 11:00 AM, Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Paddletown Cemetery. York County Veterans Honor Guard will provide Military Honors at the graveside. To share memories of Mr. Fetrow please visit www.diehlfuneralhome.com. Published in York Daily Record, York, Pennsylvania, from Apr. 27 to Apr. 28, 2021.

Children of Thelma (Hoke) & John Fetrow Jr:

John (Susan) Fetrow III
Sharon Burke
3 grandchildren
4 great grandchildren
4 great great granddaughters

Lola M Hoke 1929–2000; 1) Victor J Smith 1924–2002; 2) John R. Spangler 1922–1975 (m. 1950)

June M Hoke 1934–2018

Margaret M. Raffensperger 1902–1906

Nora A. Raffensberger 1904–1974; Walter G. Linebaugh 1904–1952 (m. 1926)

Children of Nora (Raffensberger) & Walter Linebaugh: Nora, Walter, Harriet, Samuel, and Wayne

Nora A. Linebaugh 1926–2014; 1) George A. Bergeron 1912–1967; 2) Nevin Bechtel -1986

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✞Nora A. (Linebaugh) Bergeron Bechtel, 87, passed away Tuesday, November 11, 2014, at Manor Care North, York. She was the wife of the late Nevin Bechtel who died December 14, 1986. Mrs. Bechtel was born in York on December 14, 1926, daughter of the late Walter G. and Nora A. (Raffensperger) Linebaugh, Sr. Nora was employed as a secretary for the former Borg Warner, retiring in 1985. She was a member of Madison Avenue Church of the Brethren and their Bible Study. Survivors include four children, Victoria T. Bond, of Strasburg, Elaine N. Shank and her husband, James of York, Carole L. Austin and her husband, James of S.C., and Michael G. Bergeron and his wife, Susan of Dover; fifteen grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; two sisters, Jeanette L. Kunkel of Colo., and Sandra A. Kern of York; two brothers, Fredrick H. and W. Newton Linebaugh, both of York; a sister-in-law, Phyllis J. Linebaugh of York; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Walter G. Linebaugh, Jr., and Wayne Linebaugh; a sister, Harriette Ruppert; and a sister-in-law, Junita Linebaugh. Funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, November 14, 2014 at Madison Avenue Church of the Brethren, 645 Madison Ave., York. Officiating will be Pastor Keith Hollenberg and former pastor, Richard Godfrey. Final resting place will be in Suburban Memorial Garden, Dover. There will be a visitation from noon to 1 p.m. Friday, prior to the service, at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to, Madison Ave. Church of the Brethren, 645 Madison Ave., York, PA, 17404, or to the York County S, 3159 Susquehanna Trail, York, PA, 17406. Arrangements were entrusted to the LeRoy R. Leber Funeral Home, Inc., York (Shiloh). Published in York Daily Record & York Dispatch on Nov. 13, 2014

Children of Nora Linebaugh:

Victoria T. Bond
Elaine N. (James) Shank
Carole L. (James) Austin
Michael G. (Susan) Bergeron
fifteen grandchildren
numerous great-grandchildren
great-great grandchildren

Walter G. Linebaugh Jr 1930–2005 US Army; Juanita C. Frey Walker 1930–2010 (m. 1948)

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✞Walter G. Linebaugh, Jr., 75, died Wednesday, December 7, 2005 at 12:35 a.m. at Select Specialty Hospital. He was the husband of Juanita C. (Frey) Walker Linebaugh with whom he celebrated their 57th wedding anniversary February 9, 2005. No viewing. Following cremation at White Rose Crematorium, a memorial service will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. at Workinger-Semmel F.H. and Crematorium, Inc., 849 E. Market St., York. Burial will be at the convenience of the family in Mt. Rose Cemetery. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Sellman P. Easton, pastor of Bethel Commandment Church. Mr. Linebaugh was born February 12, 1930, in Manchester. He was the son of the late Walter G. and Nora A. (Raffensberger) Linebaugh. Mr. Linebaugh was maintenance superintendent with Keystone Color Works Co. for 31 years. He was a U.S. Army veteran. He was a life member of Lincoln Fire Co. #9; member of West York Chapter AARP; National Rifle Association; Victory Athletic Association; B.P.O.E. #1094 Bellefonte; Wormleysburg American Legion. In addition to his wife, he is survived by three sons, Terry L. Linebaugh of York, Grayson E. Linebaugh and his wife Eleanor of Dover, and Douglas W. Linebaugh of Bellefonte, Centre Co.; one daughter, Deborah A. Dubbs of York; two granddaughters; six great-grandchildren; four sisters, Nora A. Bechtel, Harriet O. Linebaugh, both of York, Jennette Kunkel of Denver, Colo. and Sandra Kern of North York; two brothers, Frederick Linebaugh and Newton Linebaugh, both of North York. He was preceded in death by a brother, Wayne Linebaugh. Memorial contributions may be made to Manor Care Kingston Ct., Arcadia Residents Recreation Fund, 2500 Kingston Ct., York, PA 17402. www.workinger-semmel.com Published in the York Daily Record and York Dispatch News on Fri. 9 Dec 2005.

✞Juanita C. (Frey) Walker, 79, died on Saturday, April 10, 2010 at her home. She was the wife of the late Walter G. Linebaugh, Jr., to whom she had been married for 56 years at the time of his death on December 7, 2005. Mrs. Linebaugh was born November 15, 1930, in York, and was the daughter of the late Harry and Pauline M. (Frey) Walker. She was retired after 20 years as an assembler with Caterpillar, Inc. and a member of UAW Local # 786 Retirees and the West York AARP. Mrs. Linebaugh is survived by a daughter, Deborah A. Dubbs of York; three sons, Terry L. Linebaugh of York, Grayson E. Linebaugh and wife, Ellie of Dover, and Douglas W. Linebaugh and partner, Larry Rockey of Bellefonte; two granddaughters; seven great-grandchildren; five sisters, Patsy L. Arendt of York, Sandra B. Hamilton of Red Lion, Beulah A. Overmiller of Franklin County, Ester E. Walker of Windsor and Cindy L. Walker of York; and five brothers, Harry E. Walker of Windsor, Martin A. Walker of York, Gerald A. Walker and Jerry L. Walker, both of Dover and Donald C. Walker of Windsor. She was preceded in death by a sister, Mildred E. Smith; and a brother, Walter G. Walker. Burial will be private in Mount Rose Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Published in York Daily Record & York Dispatch on April 13, 2010

Children of Walter & Juanita (Walker) Linebaugh:

Terry L. Linebaugh
Grayson E. (Eleanor) Linebaugh
Douglas W. Linebaugh
Deborah A. Dubbs
two granddaughters
seven great-grandchildren

Harriet Linebaugh 1932–unkn; Millard E. Ruppert 1923–1989

Children of Harriet (Linebaugh) & Millard Ruppert:

Barry Ruppert 1949–1971 US Army Vietnam

Samuel Linebaugh 1933–1933

Wayne E. Linebaugh 1934–2003 married Phyllis

Edward E Raffensberger (Jr) 1905–1983; Margaret L. Livingston 1911–1997 (m. 1930)

George A. Raffensperger 1906–1984; Edna M. Wambaugh 1909–1989 (m. 1928)

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✞Edna M. Raffensperger, 79, of 200 N. Duke York, formerly of 341 Irving Road, York, died Tuesday morning at her home. She was the wife of the late George A. Raffensperger. A graveside service will be in Mount Rose Cemetery at the convenience of the family. There will be no viewing. Memorial contributions may be made to a favorite charity. The Austin H. Eberly Funeral Home 104 W. Main Dallastown, is in charge of arrangements. She was born in York, the daughter of the late B. Frank and Blanche (Wolf) Wambaugh. Mrs. Raffensperger is survived by a son, Paul E. Raffensperger, Dallastown; two grandchildren; a brother, Charles Wambaugh, Dallastown; and six sisters, Grace Newcomber and Thelma Foust, both of Kreutz Creek, Helen McLaughlin, Goldie Moul and Lois Kohler, all of, York, and Ethel Fry, Dallastown. 08-29-89.

Children of George & Edna (Wambaugh) Raffensperger:

Ray Raffensperger 1934–1934
Paul E. Raffensperger
two grandchildren

Robert Raffensperger 1909–1909
Eleda B. Raffensperger 1912–1976
John J Raffensperger 1913–1987; Esther L. Smith 1905–1992

Children of John & Esther (Smith) Raffensperger:

Gary D. Raffensperger 1934–1985 married Marilyn (m. 1955)

| Anna Mary Deisinger

| Grandparents: John & Anna Maria Deisinger

| Parents: John & Lydia (Reichert) Deissinger

| Birth: 1 Sep 1837

| Death: unkn

| Catherine Deisinger

| Grandparents: Henrich & Catherine (Mayer) Deissinger

| Parents: John & Anna Maria Deisinger

| Birth: abt 1793 York, PA

| Death: unkn

|Sp John Lauer

| Birth:

| Death:

| Marriage: 1817

| Eva Deisinger

| Grandparents: Henrich & Catherine (Mayer) Deissinger

| Parents: John & Anna Maria Deisinger

| Birth: 6 May 1797 York, PA

| Death: 23 Oct 1870 York

|Sp George Heilman Sr.

| Birth: 25 July 1785 York

| Death: 25 July 1879 York

| Marriage: 1815

Children of Eva (Deisinger) and George Heilman Sr.:

see Eva (Deisigner) Heilman branch

| Jacob Deisinger

| Grandparents: Henrich & Catherine (Mayer) Deissinger

| Parents: John & Anna Maria Deisinger

| Birth: 23 Dec 1798 Dover, York, PA

| Death: 25 Nov 1852 Paradise, York, PA

|Sp Salome/Sarah Davis

| Birth: Abt 1807 Pennsylvania

| Death: 15 Oct 1874

| Marriage:

note- Jacob's homestead was located on Pine Road in Jackson Township, York County (see Map of Homesteads above). Jacob was living in Paradise Township to the west at the time of his death. He was interred in Bott Cemetery with his mother, Anna Maria, and his sister, Susanna.

Children of Jacob & Sarah (Davis) Deisinger: Jonas, Mary, Leah, Alexander, Lewis, and Malinda

| Jonas Deisinger MD.

| Grandparents: John & Anna Maria Deisinger

| Parents: Jacob & Sarah (Davis) Deisinger

| Birth: 18 Apr 1833 York, PA

| Death: 13 Aug 1903 York

|Sp Maria Mann

| Birth: 9 Nov 1833 Hallam, York

| Death: 8 Feb 1909

| Marriage: 1862

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Jonas Deisinger, 34, was listed in the University of Pennsylvania Catalogue, 1866-67, page 12, as a medical student. The card above was from the AMA's Deceased American Physicians card file, originally located in Chicago, IL.

| Mary Deisinger

| Grandparents: John & Anna Maria Deisinger

| Parents: Jacob & Sarah (Davis) Deisinger

| Birth: Abt 1837

| Death: unkn

| Leah Deisinger

| Grandparents: John & Anna Maria Deisinger

| Parents: Jacob & Sarah (Davis) Deisinger

| Birth: 27 Aug 1840 York, PA

| Death: 30 Jul 1913 West Manchester Twp, York

|Sp Levi Strayer

| Birth: York

| Death:

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Child of Leah (Deisinger) & Levi Strayer:

| Mary C Strayer

| Grandparents: Jacob & Sarah (Davis) Deisinger

| Parents: Leah (Deisinger) & Levi Strayer

| Birth: 19 Nov 1858 York, PA

| Death: 23 Mar 1933 York

|Sp David H Emig

| Birth: 8 Mar 1858 York

| Death: 15 April 1938 York

| Marriage:

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✞David H. Emig died at 6:30 o'clock yesterday morning at the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Mervin L. Seifert, 625 West Philadelphia street. He was 80 years old. He leaves two daughters, Mrs. Russell Slothower and Mrs. Seifert, both of York, and a brother, Lewis Emig, Rossville. Mr. Emig was member of St. John's Reformed church, near Rossville. The funeral will be held Monday, with services at 2 p. m. at the Walter W. Futer and Son funeral home, 662 Linden avenue. Interment will follow in Salem cemetery, near Dover. a

Children of Mary (Strayer) & David Emig:

Hattie M Emig 1885–1888
Freda A. Emig 1892–1982; Russel C Slothower 1887–1956 (m. 1914)

Children of Freda (Emig) & Russel Slothower:

Carl M Slothower 1918–1918
Lester E. Slothower 1920–2005; Phyills J Dubbs 1928–2006 (m. 1961)

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✞Lester E. Slothower, 85, passed away Tuesday, August 2, 2005, at Manor Care Health Services Kingston Court. He was the loving husband of Phyllis J. (Dubbs) Slothower for over 44 years. Lester was born in York on February 18, 1920. He was the son of the late Russell and Freda (Emig) Slothower. Mr. Slothower was a letter carrier for the U.S. Post Office in East York for over 30 years. He was a member of the Zion United Church of Christ in York.

✞Phyllis J. Slothower, 77, died Saturday, January 7, 2006, at 2:25 a.m. at the Lutheran Village at Sprenkle Drive. She was the wife of Lester E. Slothower, who died August 7, 2005. Mrs. Slothower was born July 23, 1928, in York County. She was a daughter of the late Milton and Naomi Dubbs. Mrs. Slothower was an office worker with the former H. M. Rehmeyer and a member of Zion U.C.C. Survivors include four cousins. -

Annie A Emig 1896–1951; Mervin L Seifert 1895–1976

Child of Annie (Emig) & Mervin Seifert:

Mary Seifert Lillich 1919–2010; George F Lillich 1922–2005 (m. 1943) WWII US Army

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✞Mary (Seifert) Lillich, 90, entered into rest on Monday evening, January 4, 2010, at Rest Haven York. She was the wife of George F. Lillich, who passed away July 9, 2005. Mary was born March 13, 1919, in Warrington Twp., the daughter of the late Mervin and Annie A. (Emig) Seifert. Mary worked as a secretary and clerical worker for Mobil Oil and later for Shipley Humble. She was a member of St. Matthew's Lutheran Church in York. Mary is survived by a brother-in-law, David O. Lillich, Jr. and his wife, Barbara of Carlisle; a nephew, David O. Lillich, III; a greatniece, Lindsay A. Lillich; and cousins. Burial will be in Mt. Rose Cemetery. Published in the York Daily Record & York Dispatch on 1/6/2010

✞YORK George F. Lillich, 83, entered into rest on Saturday, July 9, 2005, at Rest Haven-York. He was the husband of Mary (Seifert) Lillich. George was born January 9, 1922, in Abbottstown. He was the son of the late David O. Lillich, Sr. and Carrie A. (Stambaugh) Lillich. George had worked for Pennfields and formerly, D.E. Horn. He was a U.S. Army veteran of WWII and was a graduate of Thompson Business School. He was a member of St. Matthew's Church, a lifetime member of the York Fairgrounds, and a former member of the York City Band. A Funeral Service will be 11 a.m. Saturday at the John W. Keffer Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., 902 Mt. Rose Ave., York. The Rev. Richard E. Jorgensen, Jr. will officiate. Burial will be in Mt. Rose Cemetery. In addition to his wife, George is survived by a brother, David O. Lillich, Jr. of Carlisle; a nephew, David O. Lillich, III; and a great niece, Linsay A. Lillich. Memorial contributions can be made to St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 839 W. Market St. York, PA 17404. www.kefferfh.com Published in the York Daily Record News on Thur 14 Jul 2005.

David WM Emig 1900–1900

| Alexander Deisinger

| Grandparents: John & Anna Maria Deisinger

| Parents: Jacob & Sarah (Davis) Deisinger

| Birth: 20 Oct 1842 Jackson Twp., York, PA

| Death: 9 Mar 1909

|Sp Catharine Bentzel

| Birth: 24 Dec 1846 York

| Death: 19 Sep 1923

| Marriage: 1863

| Lewis Deisinger

| Grandparents: John & Anna Maria Deisinger

| Parents: Jacob & Sarah (Davis) Deisinger

| Birth: 04 Feb 1849

| Death: 15 Jan 1904

|Sp Sarah Catharine Schaffer

| Birth: 29 Jan 1867 Spring Garden Twp, York

| Death: 30 Oct 1956

| Marriage: 1887

note- Kate D. Shaffer Deisinger remarried Adam E. Fink in 1911.

Lewis

Child of Lewis & Kate (Shaffer) Deisinger:

| Harry J. Deisinger

| Grandparents: Jacob & Sarah (Davis) Deisinger

| Parents: Lewis & Kate (Shaffer) Deisinger

| Birth: April 1890 East Manchester Twp, York, PA

| Death: 15 Apr 1959 East Manchester Twp

|Sp Carrie M. Rupert

| Birth: 18 Jan 1891 York

| Death: 11 May 1988 Pennsylvania

| Marriage: 1917

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✞Harry Jacob Deisinger married Carrie Rupert on 2 June 1917 in York County. In 1920 they were living in East Manchester. Harry was a farmer. He was the son of Lewis and Kate Deisinger. In 1930 Carrie and Harry were living at 225 State Road #24 in East Manchester. Harry worked for the gas company. In 1942 they lived at RD #1 Mount Wolf, Pennsylvania. Harry worked for the York County Gas Company. The son of Harry Deisinger and Carrie Rupert was Rupert C. Deisinger who was born and died in 1919.

✞Carrie Rupert was the daughter of Jacob Rupert and Annie Hake. Her maternal grandparents Henry "Harry" Hake and Catherine Good Hake. Carrie Rupert married Harry Jacob Deisinger on 2 June 1917 in York County. In 1920 they were living in East Manchester. Harry was a farmer. Harry was born on 29 April 1890 in East Manchester, Pennsylvania and died in 1959. He was the son of Lewis and Kate Deisinger. In 1930 Carrie and Harry were living at 225 State Road #24 in East Manchester. Harry worked for the gas company. In 1942 they lived at RD #1 Mount Wolf, Pennsylvania. Harry worked for the York County Gas Company. The son of Harry Deisinger and Carrie Rupert was Rupert C. Deisinger who was born in died in 1919.

Child of Harry & Carrie (Rupert) Deisinger:

Rupert C Deisinger 1919–1919

| Malinda Deisinger

| Grandparents: John & Anna Maria Deisinger

| Parents: Jacob & Sarah (Davis) Deisinger

| Birth: Nov 1852 York, PA

| Death: 20 Feb 1915

|Sp Manassas Holtzapple

| Birth: 17 Oct 1852 York

| Death: 10 Aug 1911 Pennsylvania

| Marriage: 1880

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✞Manassas Holtzapple, aged fifty- eight years, died yesterday morning at 2:30 o'clock .from cancer of the mouth after a lingering illness, at his residence in West Manchester township, near West York borough. Surviving are his widow and these children: Elmer, of Atlantic avenue, and Paul, at home. Eleven stepbrothers and step sisters also survive. The funeral will be held on Saturday morning at 9:30 o'clock from the house, with interment a Neimans church. Rev. O. P. Sehellhamer will officiate.

Children of Malinda (Deisinger) & Manassas Holtzapple:

| Elmer Jacobs Holtzapple

| Grandparents: Jacob & Sarah (Davis) Deisinger

| Parents: Malinda (Deisinger) & Manassas Holtzapple

| Birth: 15 Jan 1880 West Manchester Twp, York, PA

| Death: 11 Mar 1949 York

|Sp Nora M Lenhart

| Birth: 23 Dec 1882 York

| Death: 27 May 1960 York

| Marriage: 1903

Children of Elmer & Nora (Lenhart) Holtzapple:

Beatrice A Holtzapple 1906–1987; John L. Toomey 1906–1981 (m. 1927)

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✞Beatrice A. Toomey, 81, of 512 Atlantic Ave., died at 2:55 p.m. Sunday at Rest Haven-York. She was the wife of the late John L. Toomey. The service will be 10:30a.m. Wednesday at the Scott B. Emig Funeral Home, 47 N. Queen St., Dover. Burial will be in Salem Union Cemetery, near Dover. Viewing will be 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Faith United Church of Christ, 509 Pacific Ave., York, 17404. Mrs. Toomey was born in Dover, the daughter of the late Elmer and Nora (Lenhart) Holtzapple. She was a former employee of Tioga Silk Mills. She was a member of Faith United Church of Christ and of its Emory Lehman Bible Class, and of Shiloh Sewing Circle and of American Association of Retired Persons. Mrs. Toomey is survived by a daughter, Janet T. Brownell, 786 Grandview Road, and a sister, Ethel Bupp, 805 Conewago Ave. Officiating at the service will be her pastor, the Rev. Dwayne C. Carter. 07-26-87

Child of Beatrice (Holtzapple) & John Toomey:

Janet T. Brownell

Ethel M Holtzapple 1912–2009; Jerry A Bupp 1908–1986

Ethel

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✞Ethel M. Bupp, of York, departed this life October 28, 2009. Born in York on November 19, 1912, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Cecile (Working) [sic] Holtzapple. She was a member of Faith United Church of Christ. Ethel was also a member of White Rose Chapter #360 Order of the Eastern Star and Sychar Shrine #36 Order of the White Shrine of Jerusalem. Mrs. Bupp was the wife of the late Jerry A. Bupp and leaves a son, Barry L. Bupp and wife, Virginia of Dover; three grandchildren, Tyler Bupp, Heather Bupp-Habuda and Michele Bupp; and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Gregory L. Bupp. Interment was in St. Jacob's Union Cemetery, York New Salem.

Children of Ethel (Holtzapple) & Jerry Bupp:

Barry L Bupp 1936–2013 US Air Force; Virginia R Conn 1937–2021 (m. 1960)

Virginia

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✞Barry L. Bupp, 76, died Monday, January 28, 2013, at the York Hospital, from complications of Parkinson' s disease. He was the husband of Virginia R. (Conn) Bupp. The couple observed their 52nd wedding anniversary on August 20th of 2012. Barry was a teacher at York Vocational Technical High School for 27 years retiring in 1993. He was a graduate of William Penn High School Class of 1954, a graduate of Loch Haven University Class of 1964 and received his Masters Degree from West Chester University. He was a member of St Patrick Church and a U.S. Veteran having served in the Airforce. Born in York, on September 17, 1936 he was the son of the late Jerry A. and Ethel M. (Holtzapple) Bupp. In addition to his wife, he leaves a son, Tyler D. Bupp of Upland, Calif.; two daughters, Heather C. Bupp of Gaithersburg, Md., and Michele R. Bupp of Reston, Va.; and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother, Gregory L. Bupp. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday at St. Patrick Church, 231 S. Beaver St. in York. The Reverend Samuel E. Houser will officiate with burial in Holy Saviour Cemetery. Military Rites will be performed by the York County Veterans Honor Guard. Published in York Daily Record & York Dispatch on January 30, 2013

✞Virginia (Conn) Bupp, 83, died Thursday, February 11, 2021, in Ashburn, VA, due to complications brought on by Parkinson's disease. Born November 5, 1937, in Easton, PA, she was the only child of the late John J. and Mary (Borden) Conn. She graduated from Easton High School, PA, in 1955, and Kutztown State Teachers College (now Kutztown University), PA, in 1959, with a bachelor's of science degree in secondary education, majoring in English and Spanish. She began her 36-year teaching career at William Penn Senior High School in York, PA. She met and married her late husband, Barry L. Bupp, in 1960. They celebrated 52 years of marriage before he, too, succumbed to the devastating effects of Parkinson's disease in early 2013. While raising a family in York, she substitute taught at local high schools and tutored businessmen and women who were interested in learning Spanish. Always striving to expand her knowledge, she earned a master's of science degree in education in 1981 from the University of Pennsylvania, attending classes in York and the main campus in Philadelphia. Mrs. Bupp found career satisfaction and pure joy as a ESOL (English to speakers of other languages) teacher for Catholic elementary schools in York. Employed by Lincoln Intermediate Unit 12, she held this position for 28 years until her retirement in 2004. In her later years, she found immense enjoyment from playing board games with her grandchildren, as well as attending their school sports events, and band and stage performances. A lifelong hobby of Mrs. Bupp's was collecting, dating, and organizing photographs from past generations to the present. She amassed hundreds of family photos over the years and displayed them in her 20-plus albums. Her children and grandchildren alike, now all grown, have spent many family holidays and afternoons enjoying the fruits of her labor. They will continue to do so for years to come. She leaves three children and six grandchildren: Tyler B. Rand (Alexa and Maxwell) of Upland, CA; Heather C. Bupp (Renee and Rachel) of Potomac Falls, VA; and Michele R. Mosier and husband Craig (Sarah and William) of South Riding, VA. A funeral mass is Thursday, May 6, at 12:30 pm, at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church, Rockville, MD. Burial is Saturday, May 8, at 11 am, at Holy Saviour Catholic Cemetery, York, PA. Donations may be made in her name to the National Parkinson's Foundation or Michael J. Fox Foundation. Published in York Daily Record from Apr. 17 to May 4, 2021.

Children of Barry & Virginia (Conn) Bupp:

Tyler D. Bupp
Heather C. Bupp
Michele R. Bupp
four grandchildren

Gregory L Bupp 1950–2002 US Air Force Vietnam

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✞YORK - Gregory Lee Bupp, 52, of York, died Thursday at 2 a.m. at his home. Following cremation, a memorial service will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at Etzweiler Funeral Home, 1111 E. Market St., York. Burial will be in St. Jacob's Union Cemetery in York New Salem with full military rites by the York County Veterans Honor Guard. Visitation will be 9:30 to 10 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. His pastor, the Rev. William Hake, will officiate. Mr. Bupp was born Aug. 19, 1950, in York. He was the son of Ethel M. (Holtzapple) Bupp of York and the late Jerry A. Bupp. He worked at Jetvac of Harrisburg and C.S. Davidson Inc. He was a member of Abundant Life Center. He served as a sergeant in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. He was a 1968 graduate of William Penn Senior High School. Mr. Bupp also is survived by a brother, Barry L. Bupp of York, and nieces and nephews. Memorial contributions: Abundant Life Center, 3930 Farm Lane, York 17402. York Daily Record (PA) - Monday, September 16, 2002

| Anna Mary Deisinger

| Grandparents: Henrich & Catherine (Mayer) Deissinger

| Parents: John & Anna Maria Deisinger

| Birth: about 1800 York, PA

| Death:

|Sp Henry Rebman/Rehmer

| Birth:

| Death:

| Marriage:

| Elisabeth Deisinger

| Grandparents: Henrich & Catherine (Mayer) Deissinger

| Parents: John & Anna Maria Deisinger

| Birth: 20 Jul 1800 York, PA

| Death:

|Sp Gabriel Spangler

| Birth:

| Death:

| Marriage:

| Susanna Deisinger

| Grandparents: Henrich & Catherine (Mayer) Deissinger

| Parents: John & Anna Maria Deisinger

| Birth: 17 Feb 1802 York, PA

| Death: 19 May 1851 York, PA

note- In the 1850 US Census for Pennsylvania, Susanna was living with her sister Eva (Deisigner) Heilman and brother-in-law George Heilman in Manchester Township, York County, PA. She was interred in Bott Cemetery with her mother, Anna Maria, and her brother, Jacob.

| Barbara Deisinger

| Grandparents: Henrich & Catherine (Mayer) Deissinger

| Parents: John & Anna Maria Deisinger

| Birth: 23 Aug 1803 York, PA

| Death: 19 Nov 1885 Thomasville, PA

|Sp Henry Shaffer/Sheffer

| Birth: 7 Dec 1804

| Death: 22 Nov 1887 Thomasville

| Marriage:

| Occupation: master blacksmith

Children of Barbara (Deisinger) & Henry Shaffer: Samuel and

| Samuel Deisinger Shaffer

| Grandparents: John & Anna Maria Deisinger

| Parents: Barbara (Deisinger) & Henry Shaffer

| Birth: 19 Aug 1823 York, PA

| Death: 9 Mar 1892 York

|Sp Caroline Eve Dinkle

| Birth: 25 Jul 1824 York

| Death: 28 Apr 1905

| Marriage: about 1853

Children of Samuel & Caroline (Dinkle) Shaffer: Sarah, Henry, Amelia, Martha, Mary, and Daniel

| Sarah E. Shaffer

| Grandparents: Barbara (Deisinger) & Henry Shaffer

| Parents: Samuel & Caroline (Dinkle) Shaffer

| Birth: 21 Jul 1854 York, PA

| Death: 5 Jun 1940 York

|Sp Jacob M. Rebman

| Birth: 6 Jun 1854 York

| Death: 3 Nov 1921

| Marriage:

Children of Sarah (Shaffer) & Jacob Rebman: Flora and George

| Flora Jane Rebman

| Grandparents: Samuel & Caroline (Dinkle) Shaffer

| Parents: Sarah (Shaffer) & Jacob Rebman

| Birth: 31 Aug 1876 York, PA

| Death: 30 Dec 1965 York

|Sp Reuben E. Julius

| Birth: 9 Feb 1872 York

| Death: 30 Apr 1959

| Marriage: 1896

Children of Flora (Rebman) & Reuben Julius: Sarah, Pauline, David, George, John, and Charles

- - - - Sarah C Julius 1898–1996; 1)Walter Bollinger 1892–1938, 2)Franklin Sleifer 1899–1978 (m. 1943)

Children of Sarah (Julius) & Walter Bollinger: Walter Jr, Sara, Jane, and Ruth

- - - - Walter L Bollinger Jr 1918–Deceased, WWII US Army
        Sara L Bollinger 1920–2007 WWII LT(JG) US NAVY; Norman McInnis Jr 1919–2000 CAPT US NAVY; WORLD WAR II; KOREA; VIETNAM

Capt. McInnis

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***Monroe Morning Morning (Monroe, Louisiana) Sunday - 4 February 1944 - page 81 - Lieutenant (j. g) Norman Kenneth McInnis, 24 year old son of the late Norman Kenneth McInnis, Sr. and Mrs. Bessie McInnis. Like his brother, Sam McInnis, and sister, "Sonnie" Clara Williams, he attended Ouachita Parish schools and Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge. He received his pre-flight training at Northeast Junior College in Monroe, Ouachita Parish, where he acquired his pilot's license. Lieutenent McInnis enlisted in the Naval Air Corps and took basic training in New Orleans. From there he was sent to Pensacola, Florida, where he received his wings. He qualified as an airplane carrier pilot at Norfolk, Virginia, and is now serving his country as a Dive Bomber pilot somewhere in the Pacific.

***Monroe News-Star (Monroe, Louisiana) Wednesday - 25 December 1968 page 6 -TICONDEROGA GETS CHANGE OF LEADERS; - McINNIS PROMOTED - Captain Richard E. Fowler, Jr., USN, as assumed command of the attack aircraft carrier USS Ticonderoga (CVA-14). He relieved Captain Norman K. McInnis, USN. Captain Fowler took command in a flight deck ceremony at 10 am Monday aboard the Ticonderoga which is moored at North Island Naval Air Station, San Diego, California. The principal speaker in the ceremony was Vice Admiral Allen M. Shinn, Commander Naval Air Forces, U. S. Pacific Fleet. He presented Captain McInnis with the Legion of Merit, awarded for his performance during Tico's 1968 cruise in the Tonkin Gulf. . . . Captain McInnis, who took command of the Ticonderoga, November 3, 1967, has been assigned as Chief of Staff for Commander Carrier Division Three. Captain McInnis was born in Sterlington, Louisiana, and is a 25 year veteran of naval aviation. He served aboard the USS Yorktown in World War II as a pilot, and later flew from the USS Franklin D. Roosevelt, USS Oriskany, and the USS Saratoga. Captain McInnis commanded Heavy Attack Squadron Three in Sanford, Florida and Heavy Attack Squadron 123 in Whidbey Island, Washington. He also served as Operations and Executive Officer aboard the USS Hornet and Commanded Officer of the fleet oiler USS Mattaponi. Captain McInnis earned the Legion of Merit for his performance during Ticonderoga's fourth combat tour in Viet Nam as well as the Navy Unit Commendation Medal. He also wears the Distinguished Flying Cross, eight Air Medals, the Navy Commendation Medal, and a Presidential Unit Citation. He has served in campaigns in World War II, the Korean conflict, the Lebanon Crisis and the Viet Nam Conflict. Captain McInnis is married to the former Sally Bollinger of Pottsville, Pennsylvania. They have three children. much longer news item and discussed the history of the Ticonderoga.

Jane A Bollinger 1923–2005; Howard A Stevenson Jr 1923–2013 US MARINES WWII, KOREA
Ruth E Bollinger 1925–1985; Gordon H Strunk 1922–2004

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✞Pittsburgh Tribune-Review (PA) - Wednesday, February 11, 2004 - Gordon H. Strunk, 82, of Ingomar, formerly of Pottstown, Pa., died Monday, Feb. 9, 2004. He was retired from the Dravo Corporation and spent his time making custom fine furniture, carving ducks for his family and traveling with his wife. Beloved husband of Dee Schlereth Strunk and the late Ruth Bollinger Strunk. Loving father of Christopher B. (Susan) Strunk, Susan B. Zittel (Richard), Elaine Schlereth Parente (Tony) and Karin Schlereth McKinney (David). Caring grandfather of Gregory and Lindsay Strunk, Richard and Richelle Zittel and Lucas, Justin and Sarah McKinney. Beloved little brother of Mildred Strunk Donnon. Visitation from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the H.P. BRANDT FUNERAL HOME INC., Perrysville. Friends and family are also invited to attend a memorial celebration at 11 a.m. Friday in Memorial Park Presbyterian Church. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH. Interment will be at Highland Memorial Park Cemetery in Pottstown.

Children of Ruth (Bollinger) & Gordon Strunk:

Christopher B. (Susan) Strunk
Susan B. Zittel (Richard)
Elaine Schlereth Parente (Tony)
Karin Schlereth McKinney (David)
7 grandchildren

Pauline Rebman Julius 1900–1988; Harry E Eyster 1890–1954

Children of Pauline (Julius) & Harry Eyster: Dale and Rodney

- - - Dale F Eyster 1925–1996; 1)Mary L Hershey 1925–1980 (m. 1949); 2)Shirley Eyster 1930–Deceased

Children of Dale Eyster:

- - - - Charles Eyster
        Elizabeth G Eyster 1950-1971

Elizabeth

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✞Death Of Coed At Academy. Blamed On Heart Ailment By C. MASON WHITE - Annapolis Bureau of The Sun - Annapolis, June 11-A rare, sudden heart ailment that was probably caused by an unknown virus has been established as the cause of death of a 20-year-old coed who died in her sleep yesterday while visiting at the U.S. Naval Academy. The girl, Elizabeth G. Eyster, of Warren, Pa., was found dead in bed at the residence of Lt. and Mrs. Albert H. Konetzni, academy spokesmen said. June Week Guest She was a June Week guest of the Konetzni's and was the date of Ens. David P. Cocolin, who was graduated from the academy Wednesday. Dr. Ronald N. Kornblum, a medical examiner, said that an autopsy showed that Miss Eyster died of acute myocarditis, which is an infection of the heart that causes a heart attack. He said that such deaths occur in Maryland only about two or three times a year. According to Dr. Kornblum, Miss Eyster went with Ensign Cocolin to several graduation parties Wednesday night and did not complain of feeling ill when. she went to bed at the Konetzni residence about 11.30 P.M. Mrs Konetzni could not awaken the girl at 9.30 A.M. yesterday, he said. The medical examiner sald that the girl probably died about 5 or 6 A.M. Miss Eyster was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dale F. Eyster, of Warren, She would have been a senior this fall at Susquehanna University in Selinsgrove, Pa., her father said.

- - - Rodney E. Eyster 1929–Deceased

Rev David J Julius 1904–1997; Dorothy K Barker 1904–1983

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✞OBITUARY: OLYMPIA, Wash. - David J. Julius, 93, of Olympia, Wash., formerly of Spring Grove, died July 10, at Harmony House in Lacey, Wash. He was the husband of Dorothy (Barker) Julius, who died in 1983. A memorial service will be 11 a.m., Aug. 22 at St. Paul's (Wolf's) United Church of Christ, 4501 Wolf's Church Road, York. Burial will be in the church cemetery. The Bleitz Funeral Home, 316 Florentia St., Seattle, is in charge of arrangements. The Rev. Julius was born May 24, 1904, in Spring Grove. He was the son of Reuben and Flora (Rebman) Julius. He was a minister to Congregational and United Church of Christ parishes in Pullman, Wash., Richmond Beach, Wash., West Seattle, Wash., Tacoma, Wash., Minneapolis, Minn., and in Massachusetts, serving 20 years as an ordained minister. He also taught school in Aleppo, Syria, from 1927 to 1930. He served in the Coast Guard Auxiliary during World War II. He was a 1923 graduate of Spring Grove High School, a 1927 graduate of Gettysburg College, and a 1933 graduate of Hartford Theological Seminary in Hartford, Conn. He was a member of the United Churches in Olympia, and was active in the Washington-Northern Idaho Conference of the United Church of Christ. The Rev. Julius is survived by two sons, Bill Julius of Olympia and Peter Julius of Towson, Md.; a daughter, Phebe Barth of Mechanicsville, Md.; six grandchildren; a brother, C. Lester Julius of Willow Street; and nieces and Nephews. Spurgeon E. Keener Colonial Products Co. Retiree York Daily Record (PA) - Thursday, August 14, 1997

Children of David & Dorothy (Barker) Julius:

William D. Julius 1937–Deceased
Peter Julius 1945–Deceased
Phebe Barth
six grandchildren

George E Julius 1905–1977; Henrietta Bollinger 1909–1971

Children of George & Henrietta (Bollinger) Julius:

Louise E Julius 1939–2005; Carl E Klinedinst 1938–Deceased

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✞OBITUARY: Klinedinst YORK Lois Julius Klinedinst, 65, died Tuesday, April 5, 2005, at Normandie Ridge in York. She was the wife of Carl E. Klinedinst of York. Mr. and Mrs. Klinedinst observed their 44th wedding anniversary on January 20, 2005. Born November 5, 1939, in York, she was the daughter of the late George and Henrietta (Bollinger) Julius. She was a 1957 graduate of West York High School and a 1961 graduate of Millersville University. She was an elementary school teacher in the York Suburban School District. Lois was a member of Eastminster Presbyterian Church and the College Club of York. She was a former Board Member of York Day Nursery and Kindergarten and volunteered for many years at York Hospital and Memorial Hospital. In addition to her husband, Carl, Lois is survived by a daughter, Amy and her husband, Ronald Oliver of Greencastle; a son, Jon Klinedinst of Spring Grove; a grandson, Adam Oliver who was the love of her life for the past 9 years; and a brother, Glenn Julius of Arlington, Texas. A memorial service will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. at Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 311 Haines Road, York with her pastor, the Rev. Alicia ConklinWood officiating. A visitation for relatives and friends will be held after the service in the Haines House of the church. The Etzweiler Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 1111 E. Market St., York, is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 311 Haines Road, York, PA 17402; or to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, P.O. Box 2067, Harrisburg, PA 171052067. www.etzweiler.com Published in the York Daily Record, & York Dispatch News on Thur 7 Apr 2005.

Children of Louise (Julius) & Carl Klinedinst:

Amy (Ronald) Oliver
Jon Klinedinst
1 grandson

Cptn Glenn Julius 1941–2021 US AF VIETNAM; Eva Louise Workinger 1945–Deceased (m. 1968)

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✞(Arlington, TX) | Date of Publication: 09 Nov 2021 - Obituary for Glenn Julius - Glenn Marvin Julius, 79, passed away on Monday, October 4, 2021 in Arlington. Memorial Service: 11 a.m. Wednesday, October 13, at Advent Lutheran Church, 3232 S. Cooper St, Arlington. Glenn was born on October 31, 1941 in York, PA to George Julius and Henrietta Bollinger Julius. He married Eva Louise Workinger on July 13, 1968 in Red Lion, PA. He enjoyed working as a real estate agent. Glenn was proud to work in Sales with the Herman Miller Company for many years. He was a longtime servant of Advent Lutheran Church, serving as President of the Congregation. Glenn also served on the church council for many years. He adored his family and enjoyed spending time with them. Glenn was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Lois Klinedinst. Survivors: Wife of 53 years, Louise Julius; sons, Mike Julius and wife, Kim and Eric Julius and wife, Angela; grandchildren, Lauren Julius, Kyle Julius, Blake Julius and Cade Julius; 2 nieces and 2 nephews. Wade Family Funeral Home (817) 274-9233

Children of Glenn & Eva L (Workinger) Julius:

Mike (Kim) Julius
Eric (Angela) Julius
grandchildren- Lauren Julius, Kyle Julius, Blake Julius, and Cade Julius

John M Julius 1907–1974; Ellen V Arnold 1910–1989 (m. 1931)

Children of John & Ellen (Arnold) Julius:

Larry R. Julius 1947–2016; Beverly A. Smyser

Larry

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✞Larry R. Julius - York - Larry R. Julius, 68, joined his Lord Wednesday, March 23, 2016. He bravely battled cancer for the last 8 months. He was the husband of Beverly A. (Smyser) Julius for 49 years. A visitation will be 10 to 11 a.m. Monday at St. Rose of Lima Church, 950 W. Market St. The Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11 a.m. at the church with the Rev. Daniel Mitzel as celebrant. Burial will be in Holy Saviour Cemetery. The John W. Keffer Funeral Homes and Crematory, Inc., West York, is assisting the family. Mr. Julius was born December 4, 1947, in York, the son of the late John M. and Ellen V. (Arnold) Julius. For 26 years, he had been a Controller with Shearer Industrial and IDG, Inc. He later was employed at Cashers, Inc. in Harrisburg. He made many long-lasting friendships from his employment. He did not wish to retire and was known to have a strong work ethic.

He was very involved in the Catholic Church, regularly attending mass weekly with his wife at both St. Rose of Lima and Sacred Heart Churches. He was a 1965 graduate of West York Senior High School and attended York College of PA. He was a life member of the Viking AA, served on the St. Rose of Lima School Board, and actively participated in both St. Rose of Lima and York Catholic High School Athletic Associations. He coached several youth basketball, baseball, and softball teams and was lovingly known as "Mr. J". Larry is survived by his wife, Bev; children, Shelby Yinger and her husband Dean, Larry K. Julius and his wife Kimberly; grandchildren, Danielle Yinger, Jonathan Yinger, and Kellan Julius. Larry enjoyed and regularly attended sporting events in which his grandchildren participated. Rain, snow, and poor health did not keep him from being an avid supporter for his beloved grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to York Catholic High School Athletic Assn., 601 E. Springettsbury Ave., York, PA 17403; or to St. Rose of Lima School, 115 N. Biesecker Road, Thomasville, PA 17364; or to York Rescue Mission, 363-373 W. Market St., P.O. Box 1968, York, PA 17405-1968, all of which were close to his heart. The family would like to thank their friends and loved ones for their support during this difficult time.

Children of Larry & Beverly (Smyser) Julius:

Shelby (Dean) Yinger
Larry K. (Kimberly) Julius
grandchildren- Danielle Yinger, Jonathan Yinger, and Kellan Julius

Charles L Julius 1909–2000; 1)Helen I. Wolfe 1915–1973; 2)Kathryn Keesey 1922-2008 (m. 1974)

| George H Rebman

| Grandparents: Samuel & Caroline (Dinkle) Shaffer

| Parents: Sarah (Shaffer) & Jacob Rebman

| Birth: 24 Dec 1880 York, PA

| Death: 9 Jun 1960 Arlington, VA

| Occupation: rural mail carrier

|Sp Minnie M Ketterman

| Birth: 19 Jan 1882 PA

| Death: 20 Feb 1940 York

| Marriage: 1904

Children of George & Minnie (Ketterman) Rebman:

Anna E Rebman 1910–1987; Lt. Col. Charles Moyka 1910–1999 WWII US Army

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✞She [Anna (Rebman) Moyka] was born. Aug 5, 1910 in York, Pennsylvania. She died March 27 [1987] in Bayamón, Puerto Rico Were she was a teacher at Colegio Espiritu Santo. She was a drowning victim, was found dead at her home pool. Her remains were cremated. Her Parents were George Rebman and Minnie Ketterman, both from Pennsylvania, USA

Jacob E Rebman 1912–1971; Kathryn R Gardner 1916–1993

| Henry M. Shaffer

| Grandparents: Barbara (Deisinger) & Henry Shaffer

| Parents: Samuel & Caroline (Dinkle) Shaffer

| Birth: 22 May 1856 York, PA

| Death: 3 Aug 1934 Dover, PA

|Sp Nancy J. Altland

| Birth: 28 Jun 1861 York

| Death: 17 Jan 1926 Dover

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Children of Henry & Nancy (Altland) Shaffer:

Curvin P Shaffer 1882–1956; Katie N Wilt 1892–1965 (m. 1915)
Charles L Shaffer 1885–1943; Ada K. Henise 1887–1937

Children of Charles & Ada (Henise) Shaffer:

Paul "Clare" H Shaffer 1906–1916

Erma M E Shaffer 1897–1963 adopted; Guerny O Gross Sr 1893–1972

Children of Erma (Shaffer) & Guerny Gross: Velma, Gurney Jr, and Carl

Velma J Gross 1921–2013; Ralph L Slothower 1919–2016 (m. 1941) WWII US Navy

Ralph

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✞Velma Justine (Gross) Slothower, 92, a resident of the Lutheran Home at Sprenkle Drive, died Sunday, June 2, 2013, at Memorial Hospital. She was the loving wife of Ralph L. Slothower. They observed their 71st wedding anniversary on July 26, 2012. Velma was born January 28, 1921, in Dover, a daughter of the late Gurney and Erma (Shaffer) Gross. She graduated from Dover High School in 1939. Velma worked as the office manager for Slothower Machine Shop. She previously was a cook at Dover High School and a telephone switchboard operator in Dover. Velma was a member of Calvary Lutheran Church in Dover. In addition to her husband, Velma is survived by two sons, Wayne M. Slothower and Stephen G. Slothower, both of Dover; six grandchildren; two step grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Gurney Gross, Jr. and Carl H. Gross, both of Dover. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Velma's funeral at 1 p.m. and the visitation from noon to 1 p.m. on Saturday at Calvary Lutheran Church, 9 N. Main St., Dover. Burial will follow in Shiloh Cemetery. Officiating will be the Rev. Kathy A. Swords, pastor of Shiloh Lutheran Church. Emig Funeral Home, Dover, is in charge of arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Calvary Lutheran Church, 9 N. Main St., Dover, PA 17315. Published in York Daily Record & York Dispatch on June 5, 2013

✞Ralph L. Slothower, 97, entered into rest at 12:23 p.m. on Tuesday, October 18, 2016 at Providence Place. He was the husband of the late Velma J. (Gross) Slothower. They were married 71 years. Mr. Slothower was born April 3, 1919 in York, a son of the late Lewis E. and Mary E. (Bentzel) Slothower. He graduated from Dover High School in 1939 and was a U.S. Navy veteran of WWII, serving in Okinawa. Mr. Slothower owned and operated Slothower Machine Shop in York for 30 years and formerly worked for John C. Motters. He was a member of Calvary Lutheran Church; Zeredatha Lodge 451 F&AM; Scottish Rite; York County Shrine Club; York Forest 30 Tall Cedars; Jesters; Zembo Shrine; Outdoor Country Club; and Shiloh American Legion Post 791. Mr. Slothower is survived by a son, Stephen G. Slothower and wife, Diane of Dover; a daughter-in-law, Lois Slothower of Dover; six grandchildren; and seven great grandchildren. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Wayne M. Slothower. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Mr. Slothower’s funeral at 2 p.m. and the viewing from 1 to 2 p.m. on Monday, October 24, 2016 at Calvary Lutheran Church, 9 N. Main St., Dover, where veteran’s honors will be presented by the York County Veterans Honor Guard. Burial will be private in Shiloh Cemetery. Officiating will be his pastor, the Rev. John M. Woods. Emig Funeral Home, Dover, is serving his family. Memorial contributions may be made to Calvary Lutheran Church, 9 N. Main St., Dover, PA 17315.

Children of Velma (Gross) & Ralph Slothower:

Stephen G. (Diane) Slothower
Wayne M. Slothower 1944-2015; Lois Y. Border (m. 1967)

Wayne

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✞DOVER Wayne M. Slothower, 70, entered into rest at 12:01 a.m. on Thursday, April 30, 2015 at his home. He was the loving husband of Lois Y. (Border) Slothower. The couple celebrated their 47th wedding anniversary on November 4, 2014. Born December 28, 1944 in York, Wayne was a son of Ralph L. Slothower of Dover and the late Velma J. (Gross) Slothower. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of the Vietnam War. Wayne was the former co-owner of Slothower Machine Shop for 47 years. He was a member of Calvary Lutheran Church in Dover, F&AM Lodge 451, York, Greater Dover Historical Society and Dover Area High School Alumni Association. Wayne enjoyed gardening, reading, bluegrass music, hunting, fishing and crabbing. He was a jokester and loved to make people laugh. In addition to his wife and father, Wayne is survived by two sons, Matthew S. Slothower and Brett A. Slothower, both of Dover; a daughter, Becky J.M. Johnson of Columbia, S.C.; six grandchildren, Zachary Paup, Justine and Brooklyn Loucks and Zoe, Eli and Jacob Slothower; and a brother, Stephen G. Slothower of Dover. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Wayne's memorial service at 7 p.m. and the visitation from 6 to 7 p.m. on Monday, May 4, 2015 at Calvary Lutheran Church, 9 N. Main St., Dover. Officiating will be his pastor, the Rev. John M. Woods and veteran's honors will be presented by York County Veterans Honor Guard. Burial will be in Salem Union Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Emig Funeral Home, Dover, is in charge of arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Calvary Lutheran Fellowship Committee Projects, 9 N. Main St., Dover, PA 17315 or Hospice and Community Care, 224 St. Charles Way, York, PA 17402. Published in York Daily Record & York Dispatch on May 1, 2015

Children of Wayne & Lois (Border) Slothower:

Matthew S. Slothower
Brett A. Slothower
Becky J.M. Johnson
six grandchildren

Gurney O Gross Jr. 1929–2015; Nancy A Sheffer 1931–2012 (m. 1977)

Gurney Jr

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✞Gurney O. Gross, Jr., 86, of W. Manchester Twp., died Tuesday, October 20, 2015, at the York Hospital. He was the companion of Phyllis J. Ness. Gurney was born on February 26, 1929, in Dover, son of the late Erma (Shaffer) and Gurney O. Gross, Sr. He was a zoning officer for West Manchester Twp. for 10 years and Dover Twp. for 20 years. He was a 1947 graduate of Dover High School and a 1949 graduate of Thompson Business School. He was a member of the Optimist Club of West York. He loved reading and listening to opera music. The viewing will be held from 2 to 3 p.m. tomorrow at the John W. Keffer Funeral Homes and Crematory, Inc., 2114 W. Market St., York. The funeral service will begin at 3 p.m. with the Rev. Frank Miller officiating. Gurney is also survived by his children, Lowell R. Gross and wife, Nina of Waynesboro, Va., Cheryl M. Noll and husband, Jon of Duncannon, Gayle Y. Rife and husband, Bill of York, Michelle E. Barnhart of York, and Neil C. Gross and companion, Gina Tarbert of Dover; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and a brother, Carl Gross of Dover. He was preceded in death by a sister, Velma Slothower. Memorial contributions may be made to the York County SPCA, 3159 Susquehanna Trail North, York, PA 17406. Funeral Home: John W. Keffer Funeral Home, Inc.,2114 West Market Street, York, PA 17404. Published in York Daily Record & York Dispatch on Oct. 24, 2015

Children of Gurney Gross Jr:

Lowell R. (Nina) Gross
Cheryl M. (Jon) Noll
Gayle Y. (Bill) Rife
Michelle E. Barnhart
Neil C. Gross
eight grandchildren
six great-grandchildren

Carl H Gross 1932–2022 US Army Korea; Shirley M. Hinkle (m. 1959)

Carl

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✞(Dover, PA) | Date of Publication: 09 Apr 2022 Obituary for Carl H. Gross - Carl H. Gross DOVER – Carl H. Gross, 89, entered into rest Thursday morning, April 7, 2022 at UPMC Memorial. He was the loving husband of Shirley M. (Hinkle) Gross. The couple celebrated 62 years of marriage on June 27, 2021. Born November 9, 1932 in Dover, he was a son of the late Gurney O. and Erma (Shaffer) Gross, Sr. Carl graduated from Dover High School in 1950 and went on to serve in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He worked as a proofreader and retired from Bi-Comp in the mid 1990’s. He was a member of Calvary Lutheran Church in Dover and the Veteran’s Administration. Carl loved to ride his bicycle through the back roads and countryside of Dover. He also enjoyed bowling and yardwork. In addition to his wife, Carl is survived by a daughter, Janine M. Paff of York; a son, Brian E. Gross and wife, Sandy of Dallastown; and two grandchildren, Aaron M. Gross and Callie E. Paff. He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Gurney O. Gross, Jr. and Velma J. Slothower. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Carl’s funeral at 11 a.m. and the visitation from 10 to 11 a.m. on Wednesday, April 13, 2022 at Calvary Lutheran Church, 9 N. Main St, Dover. Burial will follow in Salem Union Cemetery, Dover. Officiating will be his pastor, the Rev. Abigail Leese. Emig Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc, Dover, is serving his family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Donor Services, P.O. Box 22324, New York, NY 10087 or by visiting lls.org.

Children of Carl & Shirley (Hinkle) Gross:

Janine M. Paff
Brian E. (Sandy) Gross
two grandchildren

| Amelia B Sheffer

| Grandparents: Barbara (Deisinger) & Henry Shaffer

| Parents: Samuel & Caroline (Dinkle) Shaffer

| Birth: Jun 1859 York, PA

| Death: 11 Oct 1935 York

|Sp Adam Ness

| Birth: 24 Jun 1860 York

| Death: 26 Jan 1935 York

| Marriage: 1882 York

Children of Amelia (Sheffer) & Adam Ness:

| Martha J Ness

| Grandparents: Samuel & Caroline (Dinkle) Shaffer

| Parents: Amelia (Sheffer) & Adam Ness

| Birth: 11 Jul 1882 York, PA

| Death: 3 Sep 1968 York

|Sp Harry J Glatfelter

| Birth: 21 Dec 1878 York

| Death: 3 Jan 1970 York

| Marriage: 1904 York

Children of Martha (Ness) & Harry Glatfelter: Herbert, infant, and Kathryn

Herbert J Glatfelter Sr 1904–1972; Ruth P Baker 1902–1969

Children of Herbert & Ruth (Baker) Glatfelter:

- - Richard P Glatfelter 1938–1938
  - Capt Herbert J Glatfelter Jr 1944–1984
  - Janet M Glatfelter 1925–2013; Lester R Coulson 1924–1985

Janet

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✞Janet Mae (Glatfelter) Coulson, of Hanover, formerly of Shiloh, passed away May 7, 2013. She was the loving wife of Lester R. Coulson, who passed away in 1985. Janet was born in York, on August 21, 1925, the daughter of the late Herbert Glatfelter and Ruth (Baker) Glatfelter. She graduated from West York High School class of 1945 and worked as a sales woman in retail and for Avon. Janet was a member of Shiloh American Legion Ladies Auxiliary, Viking Athletic Association, and a former member of Eastminster Presbyterian Church and Union Lutheran Church in York. She is survived by her son, Jeffrey L. Coulson and wife, Angela of Spring Grove; four grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her daughter, Nancy E. Coulson-Moesta; her brother, Herbert Glatfelter, Jr.; and her granddaughter, Kelly Moesta. A funeral service in celebration of her life will be held May 10, 2013 at 11 a.m. at Irwin-Beck Funeral Home, Spring Grove, with the Rev. Greg Seckman officiating. She will be laid to rest following the service at Shiloh Cemetery.

✞Janet Mae (Glatfelter) Coulson, 87, formerly of Shiloh, passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2013, at Utz Terrace in Hanover. She was the loving wife of Lester R. Coulson, who passed away in 1985. Janet was born in York, on August 21, 1925, and was the daughter of the late Herbert Glatfelter and Ruth (Baker) Glatfelter. She graduated from West York High School class of 1945 and worked as a sales woman in retail and for Avon. She was a member of Shiloh American Legion Ladies Auxiliary, Viking Athletic Association, and a former member of Eastminster Presbyterian Church and Union Lutheran Church in York. She is survived by her son, Jeffrey L. Coulson and wife, Angela of Spring Grove; four grandchildren; two stepgrandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her daughter, Nancy E. Coulson-Moesta; her brother, Herbert Glatfelter, Jr.; and her granddaughter, Kelly Moesta. A funeral service in celebration of her life will be held on Friday at 11 a.m. at Irwin-Beck Funeral Home & Cremation Service PC, 175 N Main St., Spring Grove, with the Rev. Greg Seckman officiating. She will be laid to rest following the service at Shiloh Cemetery. A viewing will be held on Friday from 10 to 11 a.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Eastminster Presbyterain Church, 311 Haines Road, York, PA 17402. Condolences may be shared at www.irwinbeck.com

✞SHILOH – Lester R. Coulson, 61, of 2583 Audlyn Drive, who was an installer of kitchen equipment, died at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at York Hospital. He was the husband of Janet M. (Glatfelter) Coulson. The service will be 11 a.m. Saturday at the LeRoy R. Leber Funeral Home Inc., 2290 School St. Burial will be in the Shiloh Cemetery. There will be no viewing. Mr. Coulson was born in York, the son of the late Heber C. and Ethel H. (Bentz) Coulson. He was employed by Krown Kitchens, Harrisburg, for the past 10 years. He was a member of Eastminster Presbyterian Church, York. He had served in World War II as a U.S. Air Force officers' mess cook and as a corporal in the U.S. Army infantry. He was a member of American Legion Post 791. Mr Coulson also is survived by a son, Jeffrey L. Coulson, Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; two granddaughters, and a brother, Robert C. Coulson, 231 N. Sumner St., York. Officiating at the service will be his pastor, the Rev. Raymond K. Rossnagel.

Children of Janet (Glatfelter) & Lester Coulson:

Jeffrey L Coulson Deceased; Angela Coulson
Nancy E Coulson 1947–1976; Walter E Moesta Jr 1945–1989

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✞MOESTA - Walter E., Jr., 43 of Lauderdale Lakes died Saturday. A life time resident of the Ft. Lauderdale area. Mr. Moesta was a specialized instructor with the Siemen Corp. Member of Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church and a veteran with the U.S. Navy. Preceded in death by his wife, Nancy Coulson Moesta; brother, Robin Dale Moesta; and father-in-law, Lester Coulston. Survived by his daughter, Kelly Marie Moesta of Lauderdale Lakes; mother-in-law, Janet Coulson; father and stepmother, Walter and Betty Moesta of Plantation; sisters, Karen and Sandy Moesta, Linda Miles; grandson, Gregory Scott Moesta; nephews, Matthew and Benjamin; and niece Lorraine. Service 3 PM, Tuesday, at Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church with The Reverend William A. Swets officiating. Friends may pay their respects from 2 to 3 PM, Tuesday at the church. Interment will be in York, PA. Arrangements by FAIRCHILD WEST BROWARD CHAPEL.

Child of Nancy (Coulson) & Walter Moesta:

Kelly M Moestra 1971–2012

✞Sun Sentinel (Fort Lauderdale, FL) - Saturday, September 8, 2012 - Moesta, Kelly, 41, of Pembroke Pines, FL, passed away on September 3, 2012. Premier Funeral Services.

Child of Kelly Moestra:

Gregory Scott Moesta

Infant Boy Glatfelter 1906–1906
Kathryn I Glatfelter 1917–2000; Ward A Ness 1914–1997 (m. 1970)

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✞FRUITLAND PARK, Fla. - Kathryn I. Ness, 83, of Fruitland Park, Fla., formerly of York, died at 3:59 p.m. Friday at Glen Cove Nursing Home in Panama City, Fla. She was the wife of the late Ward A. Ness. A graveside service will be 2:30 p.m. Friday in Mount Rose Cemetery. The Baumeister, Orcutt and Small Mortuaries Inc., Roosevelt and Madison avenues, York, is in charge of arrangements. Mrs. Ness was born May 5, 1917, in York. She was the daughter of the late Harry and Martha (Ness) Glatfelter. She worked at YESCO, retiring after 45 years of service; she started with George F. Motter and Son, which later became John F. Motter and Son and was transferred to Motter Electric Co., which in 1957 became YESCO. She attended St. Luke United Methodist Church in York; she was a graduate of Thompson's Business School. Mrs. Ness is survived by a niece, Janet M. Coulson of York; and a great-nephew. Officiating at the service will be Diane P. Adams, lay associate pastor of Eastminster Presbyterian Church in York. York Daily Record (PA) - Tuesday, September 5, 2000

✞YORK-- Ward Allen Ness, 82, of Fruitland Park, Fla., formerly of York, died Monday. He was the husband of Kathryn I. Ness. The Beyers Funeral Home Inc., 1123 W. Main St., Leesburg, Fla., is in charge of arrangements. Mr. Ness was born in York County. He was manager of an electrical supply company. He was a member of Community United Methodist Church of Fruitland Park and Hawk Gunning Club. Mr. Ness also is survived by nieces and nephews. York Daily Record (PA) - Friday, February 14, 1997

| Lucy E Ness

| Grandparents: Samuel & Caroline (Dinkle) Shaffer

| Parents: Amelia (Sheffer) & Adam Ness

| Birth: 18 Mar 1887 York, PA

| Death: 20 May 1910 York

| David H Ness

| Grandparents: Samuel & Caroline (Dinkle) Shaffer

| Parents: Amelia (Sheffer) & Adam Ness

| Birth: 30 Dec 1890 York, PA

| Death: 2 May 1964 Washington, DC

|Sp Signe Nilsson

| Birth: 14 Jul 1889 Sweden

| Death: 14 Jun 1963 Washington, DC

| Marriage: abt 1920

Child of David & Signe (Nilsson) Ness:

Jerre Nilsson Ness 1922-2007; Marjorie Elliott 1922–2009

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✞OBITUARY: NESS - JERRE NILSSON NESS - A 65-year member of Steamfitter‘s Local 602; beloved father of Steven Ness, son; Kathy Hoisington, daughter-in-law; Susan Birrell, daughter; and Michael Birrell, son-in-law; survived by wife, Marjorie Ness passed away on December 4, 2007 after a short illness. Services for family only. in lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Chesapeake Bay Foundation at www.CBF.org/memory <http://www.CBF.org/memory> in honor of his love of the Chesapeake Bay. Published in The Washington Post on 12/8/2007. NOTICE: NESS JERRE N. NESS (Age 85) It is with regret that we notify the members of Steamfitters Local 602 of the death of Brother Jerre Ness. Private services were held by the family. Notice no. 1278. J.C. Savia, Sr., F.S.T Published in The Washington Post on 12/8/2007. NOTE: Jerre Nilsson Ness died Dec. 4, 2007, Alexandria Hospital, Alexandria, Va.; cremated, grave marker to be placed at George Washington Memorial Cem., Washington, D.C. Survived by wife and two children. There are no grandchildren. His mother, Signe Nilsson, was born in Sweden. E-mail from Donald Boyer Wednesday, February 06, 2008

✞MARJORIE ELLIOTT NESS On Saturday, August 15, 2009, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved wife of the late Jerre Ness; mother of Susan (Michael Edwin) Malena Birrell and Steven Elliott (Kathryn) Ness. Interment George Washington Cemetery.

Children of Jerre & Marjorie (Elliott) Ness:

Steven E (Kathryn) Ness
Susan (Michael Edwin) M Birrell

| Allen R Ness

| Grandparents: Samuel & Caroline (Dinkle) Shaffer

| Parents: Amelia (Sheffer) & Adam Ness

| Birth: 25 Aug 1892 York, PA

| Death: 26 Aug 1952 San Diego, CA

| Military: WWI US Navy

|Sp Helen L Van Ness

| Birth: 1902

| Death:

| Marriage: bef 1930

Children of Allen & Helen (Van) Ness:

Loretta H Van Ness 1923–Deceased; Harold V Green (m. 1942)
Virginia L Van Ness 1926–1952; Cardenas

| Edgar Dinkle Ness

| Grandparents: Samuel & Caroline (Dinkle) Shaffer

| Parents: Amelia (Sheffer) & Adam Ness

| Birth: 7 Apr 1901 York, PA

| Death: 19 Jun 1905 York

| Martha M Sheffer

| Grandparents: Barbara (Deisinger) & Henry Shaffer

| Parents: Samuel & Caroline (Dinkle) Shaffer

| Birth: 14 Oct 1861 York, PA

| Death: 6 May 1925 York

|Sp Frederick G Krout

| Birth: 1 May 1853 York

| Death: 1 Jul 1937 York

| Marriage: 1881 York

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✞Mrs. Fred Krout - Martha Krout, wife of Fred Krout, York Haven, died last night at the York hospital, at about 8:15 o'clock, from a complication of diseases. She had been a patient at the local institution for about a week. She was aged about 65 years. Besides her husband she leaves the following children: Curvin L. Krout and Harper Krout, York Haven and Samued Krout, Los Angeles. Definite funeral arrangements have not been made as yet.

Children of Martha (Sheffer) & Frederick Krout: Curvin, Samuel, and Harber

| Curvin L Krout

| Grandparents: Amelia (Sheffer) & Adam Ness

| Parents: Martha (Sheffer) & Frederick Krout

| Birth: 22 Jul 1882 York, PA

| Death: 26 May 1933 York

|Sp Marie A Helfrich

| Birth: 23 Dec 1888 York

| Death: 2 Apr 1985 York

| Marriage: 1916

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✞York haven--May 26, 1933--Curvin L. Krout, a member of the McGreedy and Krout Coal Dredging firm, operating at Cly, died at 3:30 p.m. this afternoon, at the York Hospital, where he was admitted last evening. Death was caused by a chronic myocarditis, following an illness of five weeks. He was aged 50 years, 10 month and four days. Mr. Krout was born in Jackson township, the son of Fredrick and the late Martha Shaffer Krout. He had been a resident of of York Haven for the past 45 years, previously living in Jackson township. Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Marie A. Helfrich Krout, seven children, Gertrude, Francis, Ruth, Robert, Jane, Thomas and James, all at home,; His father, Fredrick Krout, this place,; and two brothers, Samuel E. Krout, a resident of California,; and Harper H. Krout, this place. The funeral will be held Monday, with high requiem mass at St. Mary's church, York. Interment will be made in St. Mary;s cemetery, York. Funeral directors, A. Zeigler and Sons, Manchester and Goldsboro have charge of the arrangements.

Children of Curvin & Marie (Helfrich) Krout: Gertrude, Francis, Ruth, Robert, Martha, Morgan, Thomas, and James

Gertrude A Krout 1917–1988; Chester F Zarnowski 1916–1959 (m. 1939)

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✞Gertrude A. (Krout) Zarnowski, 70, of 1051 Taxville Rd. died at 10:10 p.m. Sunday at Manor Care Barley South. She was the wife of the late Chester F. Zarnowski. Mrs. Zarnowski was born in York, daughter of the late Curvin and Marie (Helfrick) Krout. She was a retired employee of Knox Pharmacy, West York, where she worked for 20 years. She also was a member of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church. Mrs. Zarnowski is survived by two sons, Dr. C. Frank Zarnowski, Emmitsburg, Md.; and Lawrence N. Zarnowski York,; a daughter Marie J. Harbold, Thomasville RD1; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; four brothers, Frank Krout Port Chester NY, James Krout, New Cumberland, and Robert Krout and Thomas Krout, both of York Haven; and two sisters, Ruth Himes, Lewisbury and Jane Hengst York. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the St. Rose of Lima Church, 950 W. Market St. Burial will be in Holy Saviour Cemetery. Officiating at the service will be her pastor, the Rev. Herbert J. Shank. Viewing will be from 10 to 11 a.m. at the church. Memorial contributions can be made to the Memorial Fund of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, 950 W. Market St. York, 17404. The John W. Keffer Funeral Home, Inc. 902 Mt. Rose Avenue, is in charge of arrangements. York Daily Record, March 27, 1988

Children of Gertrude (Krout) & Chester Zarnowski:

Dr. C. Francis Zarnowski
Lawrence N. Zarnowski
Gertrude Zarnowski 1940-1940
Marie J. Zarnowski 1941-2025; Herbert H Harbold 1941–2023

Marie

Herbert

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✞Marie J. Harbold, age 83, of West Manchester Township, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, November 18. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Herbert H. Harbold, with whom she shared 63 years of marriage. Born on November 26, 1941, in York, Marie was the daughter of Chester and Gertrude (Krout) Zarnowski. A lifelong resident of York County, Marie dedicated three decades of her career to Edgcomb Metals (later Macsteel) in East York, where she forged a lasting friendship with best friend and shopping enthusiast, Bonnie Milton. Marie's enduring legacy lives on through her four children, seven grandchildren, and 16 great grandchildren. Her children include Herbert G. Harbold and wife Lin of Littleton, NC; Michael A. Harbold of York, PA and former daughter-in-law Julie (Hoke) Harbold of Abbottstown, PA; Douglas A. Harbold and wife Kathy of Lusby, MD; and Jeffrey A. Harbold and wife SueAnn of Dover, PA. Her grandchildren are Zachary Harbold and wife Jessica; Steven Harbold and wife Cassie; Sidney McDermott and husband Christopher; Jacob Harbold and wife Laura; Michaela Bartlow and husband Jacob; Bryce Harbold and wife Sarah; and Kris Harbold. Marie is also survived by her two brothers, Dr. C. Francis Zarnowski of Emmitsburg, MD and Lawrence N. Zarnowski of York, PA. A private celebration of life ceremony will be held for close family members and friends on November 30th. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to the Cancer Patient Help Fund, WellSpan Radiation Oncology, 25 Monument Rd Suite 94, York, PA 17403.

✞Herbert H. Harbold, 81, passed away last Wednesday August 9th at his home in West Manchester Township. He was the husband of Marie J. (Zarnowski) Harbold, to whom he had been married for 63 years. Born on August 14, 1941 in West Manchester Township, he was the son of Grant and Mary (Kissel) Harbold. Herb worked 24 years for the former Allis-Chalmers Manufacturing Co., Hydro-Turbine Division in West York. He also worked in construction and farming, which he especially loved. In addition to his wife, Herb is survived by four children, Herbert G. Harbold and wife Lin of Littleton, NC; Michael A. Harbold of Jupiter, FL and former daughter-in-law Julie Harbold of Vancouver, WA; Douglas A. Harbold and wife Kathy of Fairfax, VA; Jeffrey A. Harbold and wife SueAnn of York, PA, seven grandchildren, Zachary Harbold and wife Jessica; Steven Harbold and wife Cassie; Sidney McDermott and husband Christopher; Jacob Harbold and wife Laura; Michaela Bartlow and husband Jacob; Kris Harbold; Bryce Harbold and wife Sarah, 14 great grandchildren, and one sister, Joan 'Sue' Rauhauser of Thomasville, PA. He was preceded in death by two sisters Dawn Altland and Zee Jane 'Nup' Kehr, and brother Grant 'Bud' Harbold. There will be a private, family memorial service held on August 18th. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Cancer Patient Help Fund, WellSpan Radiation Oncology, 25 Monument Rd Suite 94, York, PA 17403. Posted online on August 14, 2023 Published in York Daily Record, York Dispatch

Children of Marie (Zarnowski) & Herbert Harbold:

Herbert G. (Lin) Harbold
Michael A. (Julie) Harbold
Douglas A. (Kathy) Harbold
Jeffrey A. (SueAnn) Harbold
7 grandchildren
16 great-grandchildren

Francis H Krout Sr. 1918–1996; Catherine Novak 1922–2002 (m. 1947)

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✞Catherine Krout, a lifelong resident of Port Chester, died March 3, 2002. She was 79, and born April 10, 1922 in Port Chester to the late John and Anthonine Krakowski Novak. She was raised and educated in Port Chester. She was married February 9, 1947 at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in Port Chester to Mr. Francis H. Krout, Sr. Mr. Krout died November 30, 1996. She was a Seamstress at the Kaychester Dress Co. in Port Chester and retired in 1986. She was a parishioner of Sacred Heart of Jesus Church in Port Chester. She loved to read and crochet blankets for her family members. She enjoyed monthly trips to Atlantic City. Mrs. Krout is survived by her son, Francis H. Krout, Jr. and his wife Laura of Port Chester, NY; daughter Theresa Zampaglione and her husband John of Larchmont, NY; brothers: Theodore Novak of Rye Brook, NY and Adam Novak of Riverside, CT; sisters: Pauline Mack of Cary, NC and Anna Conroy of North Port, FL; grandchildren: John Zampaglione and Laurie Anzini. Besides her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her brothers John and Joseph Novak and sister Mary Mikula. Visitation will be at Craft Memorial Home, Inc. on Tuesday, March 5, 2002 from 4-8 PM. Funeral Mass will be at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Willett Avenue, Port Chester, NY on Wednesday, March 6, 2002, 9:30 AM. Entombment will folllow at St. Mary's Cemetery, Rye Brook, NY. At the request of the family, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations in memory of Mrs. Krout may be made to the Hospice of Westchester, 95 South Broadway, White Plains, New York 10601.

Children of Francis & Catherine (Novak) Krout:

- - - - Francis H. (Laura) Krout, Jr.
      - Theresa Krout; John Zampaglione

Ruth C Krout 1920–1988; Preston H Himes 1916–1997 (m. 1941) WWII US Army Purple Heart

Preston

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✞YORK HAVEN Preston H. Himes, 80, of York Haven died Friday in Manor Care Health Services, Dallastown. He retired from the former Metropolitan Edison Hydroelectric Plant here; was an Army veteran of World War II and a recipient of a Silver Star and a Purple Heart; and a member of Etters VFW Post 537 and the Hawks Gunning Club. He was the widower of Ruth C. Krout Himes. Surviving are two daughters, Barbara A. Hill of Fairview Twp. and Christine M. Tompkins of Red Lion; and two grandchildren. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday in Little Funeral Home, Manchester. Private burial, with military honors, will be in Holy Savior Cemetery, Manchester Twp. Viewing will be from 9 to 10 a.m. Monday in the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to American Red Cross, 724 S. George St., York 17403. Harrisburg Patriot-News, Sunday, February 2, 1997

Children of Ruth (Krout) & Preston Himes:

Christine M. (Clayton) Tompkins
Barbara A. Himes 1944-2016; James R. Hill

Barbara

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✞Barbara A. Hill, 72, passed on Saturday, April 30, 2016, at the Carolyn Croxton Slane Residence, Susquehanna Twp. She retired as an employee for Verizon and also the former Bell of PA; was a 1961 graduate of Cedar Cliff High School, Camp Hill; a member of Holy Infant Catholic Church, York Haven and Catholic Church Women; New Cumberland Woman's Club; Bell Telephone Pioneers. She enjoyed Water Aerobics at the Red Land High School Natatorium, gardening and spending time with her family and friends. Born on February 16, 1944, in York, she was the daughter of the late Preston and Ruth (Krout) Himes. Surviving are her husband of nearly 52 years, James R. Hill; a son, Phillip S. Hill, (Karen) of York Haven; a sister, Christine Tompkins (Clayton) of Red Lion; niece, Linnia Tompkins of Biglerville. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 4, at Holy Infant Catholic Church, York Haven, with the Rev. Mark E. Weiss as Celebrant. Burial will be in Holy Saviour Catholic Cemetery, York. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the Mass in the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are requested to the Building Fund of Holy Infant Catholic Church, 34 3rd St., P.O. Box 398, York Haven, PA 17370. For more information or to send messages of condolence, please visit Parthemore.com Published in York Daily Record and York Dispatch on May 2, 2016

Child of Barbara (Himes) & James Hill:

Phillip S. Hill (Karen)

Robert M Krout 1922–2002; Helen J Krezic 1921–2020 (m. 1945)

Helen

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✞Robert M. Krout, 80, died at 8:20 p.m., Monday, December 9, 2002, at York County Nursing Home. He was the husband of Helen (Knezic) Krout. Mr. Krout was born August 10, 1922, in York Haven. He was the son of the late Curvin and Marie (Elfrich) Krout. He worked for the former International Paper Company in York Haven and was a member of Holy Infant Catholic Church in York Haven. Mr. Krout is also survived by two sons, John Krout and Mark Krout, both of York Haven; two grandchildren; two brothers, Thomas Krout of York Haven and James Krout of New Cumberland; and one sister, Jane Hengst of York.

✞Helen J. (Knezic) Krout, 98, of York Haven, passed away Monday, August 3, 2020 at her home. She was the wife of the late Robert M. Krout who passed away on December 2, 2002. Mrs. Krout was born October 3, 1921, in York Haven and was the daughter of the late Andrew and Barbara (Krammarich) Knezic. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Susquehanna Fire Company in York Haven and Holy Infant Catholic Church in Manchester. Mrs. Krout is survived by her son, Mark Krout of York Haven; her 2 grandchildren, Robert Krout and Angela McDonald and her 2 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son John Krout; her sisters, Millie, Ann and Mary and her brothers, Joseph, Sr., and Mike. A memorial mass for Mrs. Krout will begin at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, August 12, 2020 at Holy Infant Catholic Church, 535 Conewago Creek Road, Manchester, PA. Burial will be in Holy Saviour Cemetery in York. Officiating at her the service will be Reverend William Forrey. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Diehl Funeral Home & Cremation Center of Mount Wolf. Published in York Daily Record from Aug. 8 to Aug. 9, 2020.

Children of Robert & Helen (Krezic) Krout:

Mark Krout
John T Krout 1950–2016 US Navy

John

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✞John T. Krout, 66, of Newberry Township, died at 10:41 a.m. on Wednesday, March 9, 2016, at Hospice and Community Care in Mount Joy. Born February 4, 1950 in York, he was the son of Helen (Knezic) Krout of York Haven, and the late Robert M. Krout. Mr. Krout graduated from York Catholic High School and then served in the United States Navy. He retired from Pennsylvania Power and Light where he worked as a Shift Supervisor for more than 40 years. He was a member of the Wormleysburg American Legion Post 0945, and the Hawk Gunning Club, and was a founding member of the Falls Island Duck Club. In addition to his mother, Mr. Krout is survived by a daughter, Angela M. MacDonald and her husband, Robert of Drexel Hill; a son, Robert J. Krout of Timonium, Md.; two grandsons, Robert J. MacDonald III and Liam M. MacDonald; a brother, Mark Krout of York Haven; and his best friend of more than 50 years, Dave Grove of York Haven. Funeral services are scheduled for 2 p.m. Thursday, March 17, 2016 at William E. Little Funeral Homes Inc., 60 S. Main St., Manchester, with the Rev. Bonnie Whittier officiating. Visitation will be 1 to 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Susquehanna River Waterfowlers Association, 120 West Greenhouse Rd., Dillsburg, PA 17019 or Hospice & Community Care-Mount Joy, 4075 Old Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17552. Published in York Daily Record & York Dispatch on Mar. 11, 2016

Children of John T Krout:

Angela M. (Robert) MacDonald
Robert J. Krout
two grandsons

Martha J Krout 1924–2008; 1) Claude L Billet 1915–1955 WWII US Army (m. 1944); 2) Marlyn E. Hengst US Army 1923–1992

Martha

Claude

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✞M. Jane (Krout) Hengst, 84, entered into rest on Monday, October 13, 2008, at York Hospital. She was the wife of the late Claude L. Billet and Marlyn E. Hengst. She was born October 2, 1924, in York Haven,. the daughter of the late Curvin L. and Marie (Helfrich) Krout. Jane was a homemaker whose life centered around her family. As an avid sports fan, she cheered on the Phillies and Notre Dame football, and enjoyed watching college basketball. She collected angels, which filled her home, and each year she decorated her Christmas tree with hundreds of angels. When she was able to sew, she crafted countless teddy bears and dolls. Jane is survived by her children, C.M. Billet of York, Steven Billet and wife, Beata of Washington, D.C., Joyce McLaren and husband, Nelson of Etters, and Matthew Hengst and wife, Marie of Dover; grandchildren, Alexander Billet of Chicago, Ill., and Elizabeth McLaren of Phildelphia; great-granddaughter, Morgan Lee Billet of York; two brothers, Thomas Krout and wife, Ramona of York Haven, and James Krout of New Cumberland; and many nieces and nephews. Burial will be at Holy Saviour Cemetery. Published in the York Daily Record & York Dispatch on 10/16/2008

Children of Martha (Krout) & Claude Billet:

Steven (Beata) Billet
Joyce (Nelson) McLaren
Claude M Billet 1946–2014 US Navy Vietnam

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✞C. Morgan "Red" Billet, 67, died Monday, August 25, 2014, at his summer home in Ontario, Canada. Born in York, on October 21, 1946, Mr. Billet was the son of the late Claude L. Billet and M. Jane (Krout) Hengst. Red was a U.S. Navy veteran, serving during the Vietnam War on the U.S.S. Forrestal. In 1969, he began working as a welder at the former Borg-Warner and retired from York International/Johnson Controls as a Production Supervisor in 2009. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends. His passion for fishing, antiques, and hiking kept him busy in retirement. Red was an avid collector of old fishing gear, York County memorabilia, and Wallace Nutting prints. He traveled near and far to auctions and sales year round. His summers were spent mostly in Canada on his boat and hiking the trails. Mr. Billet is survived by two daughters, Michele L. Billet and Stacey L. Shillito, both of York; son, Michael D. Shillito of York; granddaughter, Morgan L. Billet of York; sister, Joyce McLaren and husband, Nelson of Etters; two brothers, Steven Billet and wife, Beata of Washington D.C., and Matthew Hengst and wife, Marie of Dover; nephew, Alexander Billet; and niece, Elizabeth McLaren. The Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, September 2, 2014, at St. Joseph Church, 2935 Kingston Road, York, with the Rev. James Menkhus OFM Cap. as celebrant. Viewing will be one hour prior to Mass. Burial will be in Holy Saviour Cemetery with full military rites presented by the York County Veterans Honor Guard. The John W. Keffer Funeral Homes and Crematory, Inc., 902 Mount Rose Avenue York, PA 17403, is entrusted with arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Heritage Rail Trail Park, c/o York County Parks, 400 Mundis Mill Road, York, PA. 17406.Published in York Daily Record & York Dispatch on Aug. 31, 2014

Children of Claude Billet:

Michele L. Billet
Stacey L. Shillito
Michael D. Shillito
granddaughter

Morgan J Krout 1926–1931

Thomas E Krout 1927–2018 WWII Marines; Ramona R. Connelly 1934–2025 (m. 1953)

Thomas

Ramona

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✞Thomas Eugene Krout , 91, of York Haven, passed away at 11:05 PM, Thursday, October 25, 2018, at York Hospital. He was the husband of Ramona (Connelly) Krout. Mr. Krout was born June 25, 1927, in York Haven and was the son of the late Curvin and Marie (Helfrich) Krout. Thomas was a lifelong resident of York Haven. He attended York Catholic High School and was a member of the class of 1945. He retired from York Enterprises and previously was employed by York BarBell and International Paper Company in York Haven. He was a charter member of York Haven Hunting Club in Lycoming County; a member of the Wago Club, Hawks Club, James A. Danner V.F.W. Post 537 in Etters, and was a lifelong member of Holy Infant Catholic Church. Mr. Krout proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps during WWII. In addition to his wife, Ramona, Thomas is survived by his son, Jeffrey Krout and his wife Connie of York Haven; his daughters, Cynthia Owad and her husband John of Mount Wolf, Andrea Loughlin and her husband Brian of Loganville; his grandchildren, Jarrod Krout, Thomas Owad and his wife Emily, Margaret Staub and her husband Jason, Allison Bray and her husband Ryan, Nicholas Owad and his wife Liana, Ian Loughlin, Colin Loughlin, and Caroline Loughlin, and his great-grandsons, Patrick, Finn and Connelly Staub, and his brother, James Krout of New Cumberland. Thomas was preceded in death by his grandson, Conner Loughlin, his brothers, Morgan Krout, Francis Krout and Robert Krout, and his sisters, Gertrude Zarnowski, Ruth Himes, and Jane Hengst. A mass of Christian burial will begin at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, October 31, 2018, at Holy Infant Catholic Church, at their new location, 535 Conewago Creek Road, Manchester. Viewing will be from 10:00 to 11:00 AM, Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in Holy Saviour Cemetery. Officiating at his service will be The Very Reverend William Forrey from Holy Infant Catholic Church. Arrangements have been entrusted to The Diehl Funeral Home & Cremation Center of Mount Wolf. York County Veterans Honor Guard will provide military honors at the graveside. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider Holy Infant Catholic Church, 535 Conewago Creek Road, Manchester, PA 17345. To share memories of Thomas please visit www. diehlfuenralhome. com Published in York Sunday News on Oct. 28, 2018

✞Ramona R. (Connelly) Krout, 91, of York Haven, PA, died Friday, October 17, 2025, at Wellspan York Hospital in York, PA. She was the wife of the late Thomas E. Krout for 65 years before his passing on October 25, 2018. Ramona was born August 9, 1934, in Emigsville, PA and was the daughter of the late Hulme R. Connelly and Eva Mary (Deaner) Connelly. She graduated in 1950 at the age of 15 from North York Senior High School in North York, PA. Following graduation from high school she went to work for Farquhar's in York. She worked there until she married Tom in 1953. From there she worked at International Paper Company in York Haven, York Haven State Bank and James Craft and Son from which she retired in 1998 after 27 years of service. She was a member of the Susquehanna Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary in York Haven, Secretary and Treasurer of the York Haven Library since 1993, member of the York Haven Borough Council, card clubs, West Manchester Mall Walkers and volunteered with Meals on Wheels. Ramona is survived by her son, Jeffrey Krout and his wife Connie of York Haven, daughters, Cynthia Owad and her husband John of Mount Wolf, PA and Andrea Loughlin and her husband Brian of Loganville, PA; eight grandchildren, Jarrod Krout, Tom (Emily) Owad, Margaret (Jason) Staub, Allison (Ryan) Bray, Nicholas (Liana) Owad, Ian Loughlin, Colin Loughlin, and Caroline Loughlin; five great grandchildren, Patrick, Finn, Connelly, Maeve Staub and Cora Owad. She was preceded in death by her grandson, Conner Loughlin, and her siblings, Virginia Knezic, Jack Connelly, Dorothy King, and John Connelly. Her graveside service will begin at 11:00 AM, Saturday, November 1, 2025, at Holy Saviour Cemetery in York, PA. Officiating at her graveside service will be Father Dominic Eshikena from Holy Infant Catholic Church in Manchester, PA. Arrangements have been entrusted to Diehl Funeral Home & Cremation Center of Mount Wolf, PA. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the York Haven Library, P.O. Box 68, York Haven, PA. 17370. To share memories of Ramona, please visit www.diehlfuneralhome.com

Children of Thomas & Ramona (Connelly) Krout:

Jeffrey (Connie) Krout
Cynthia (John) Owad
Andrea (Brian) Loughlin
eight grandchildren

James A Krout 1932–2019 US Army Korea; Mildred M Latchford 1924–2005

James

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✞James A. "Jim" Krout, 87, of New Cumberland, died on Tuesday, July 2, 2019 at UPMC Pinnacle Memorial Hospital, York. Son of the late Curvin and Marie (Helfrich) Krout, he was born on March 18, 1932 in York Haven. Jim was a Korean War veteran, serving in the United States Army. He was a butcher for most of his life, retiring from the New Cumberland Army Depot. He was a life member of the NRA and enjoyed hunting and fishing. Additionally, he was a member of the Wago Club, Mt. Wolf. In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by four brothers and three sisters. He is survived by many nieces and nephews, and by his extended family at the Fox-Eichelberger VFW, Post 7415, New Cumberland. A viewing will be held from 9:30-11:30AM on Monday, July 8, at Parthemore Funeral Home & Cremation Services, New Cumberland. A graveside service will follow in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Fairview Township. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a memorial contribution in Jim's name to VFW Post 7415, 109 3rd St., New Cumberland, PA 17070. For more information, or to send messages of condolence, please visit www parthemore com. Published on Pennlive.com and in The Patriot-News from July 3 to July 4, 2019

✞Mildred Mae (Latchford) Krout, 80, of Fairview Twp., New Cumberland and formerly of York Haven, died Monday, July 25, 2005 in Holy Spirit Hospital, East Pennsboro Twp. She was a retired cook for Pierre's Café, New Cumberland; a member of the VFW Post 7415 Auxiliary, New Cumberland and enjoyed crossword puzzles and Bingo. Mrs. Krout was born December 26, 1924 in Newport, PA. She is survived by her husband, James A. Krout; a son, Charles L. Horting of Harrisburg; a step sister, Edna J. Whitmer of New Cumberland; 2 step brothers, Ray Latchford of Palmyra and Kenneth Latchford of Newport. A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, July 28, 2005 in Parthemore Funeral Home & Cremation Services, New Cumberland. Burial will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Fairview Twp. Viewing will be held one hour prior to service on Thursday in the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Central PA, P.O. Box 266, Enola, PA 17025. For directions or to send the family e-notes of condolence please visit www parthemore com. Published in Patriot-News on Jul. 26, 2005.

Samuel E Krout 1885–1954; Ruth R Walton 1898–1984 (m. 1923)

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✞Samuel E. Krout YORK HAVEN, June 23. - Relatives here have received word of the death June 19 [1954] of Samuel E. Krout, Los Angeles, Cal., husband of Ruth R. Walton Krout. Both Mr. and Mrs. Krout are former residents of this community and moved to California 30 years ago. Mr. Krout, who was 69, is survived, in addition to his widow, by a brother, Harper Krout, this place. The body was cremated Thursday in Los Angeles.

*** [1923] Will Wed on Coast - Miss Ruth Walton, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Walton, formerly of York Haven, but now residing in York has resigned the clerical position she held at the York Haven paper mills for a number of years and will leave on March 26 for Los Angeles, where she will become the bride of Samuel Krout on the day of her arrival on the Pacific Coast. Mr. Krout is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Krout, of York Haven. He left for the west about two months ago. Miss Walton will be accompanied on her trip by Misses Anna Heiss, of Dover, and Eva Gessey of Spring Grove.

Harber H Krout 1888–1959; Bertha K Sweeney 1892–1983 (m. 1914)

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✞Harber K. Krout, husband of Bertha K. Sweeney Krout, 863 Prospect street, died at 2:55 a m. yesterday at Pleasant Acres hospital. He was 71. Mr. Krout was born in Newberry township, a son of the late Frederick G. and Martha Schaffer Krout. He had resided in York for the past three and a half years. previously residing in York Haven. He formerly operated a new car delivery service. Surviving, besides his wife, are two sons, Vincent E. Krout, Harrisburg, and Jay W. Krout, Manchester, and two grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Friday at 2 p.m. at the Zeigler Funeral home, Manchester. Rev. Dr. Harry L. Saul, Manchester, a retired Lutheran minister, will officiate. Interment will be in Manchester Union cemetery.

✞York Haven - Bertha K. Krout, 91, of Pleasant Acres, formerly of York Haven, died at 1:20 a.m. Thursday December 22, 1983 at the home. She was the wife of the late Harber Krout. The service will be at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in Manchester Union cemetery. There will be no viewing. The Little Funeral Home, 60 S. Main St., Manchester, is in charge of arrangements. She was born in Emigsville, the daughter of the late William and Alice Sweeney. Mrs. Krout is survived by a son, Jay W. Krout, 208 High St., Manchester; two grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. Officiating will be the Rev. Cleon F. Prowell, a retired Lutheran minister.

Children of Harber & Bertha (Sweeney) Krout:

Vincent E Krout 1914–1962; Gladys C Finfrock 1911–1986 (m. 1940)

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✞Vincent E. Krout, 48, son of Mrs. Bertha K. Krout of York, died suddenly Tuesday at 2 p.m, at his home, 137 Linglestown road, Harrisburg. Death was attributed to a heart condition. Husband of Mrs. Gladys F. Krout, he is also survived by a son, Richard Krout, at home, and a brother, Jay W. Krout, Manchester. He was employed at the Middletown Air depot. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Geigle Funeral home, Third and McClay streets, Harrisburg. Rev. Bernard R. Rife pastor of Heckton Methodist church, Harrisburg, will officiate. Interment will be in Shoop's cemetery, Harrisburg.

✞Gladys F. Krout, 74, formerly of 137 Linglestown Road, Susquehanna Twp., died Thursday in the Thornwald Home. She was the widow of Vincent E. Krout. She was a retired employee of the Pennsylvania Credit Union League, and attended the Heckton United Methodist Church, where she was a former organist. Surviving are a son, Richard E. Krout, Boiling Springs, and two grandchildren. Services will be held Monday at 10:30 a.m. at the Jesse H. Geigle Funeral Home, 2100 Linglestown Road, Harrisburg, with the Rev. Sarah Heintzelman officiating. Burial will be in Shoop's Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home Monday from 10 a.m. till time of service. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, Cumberland County Chapter, 117 N. Hanover St., Carlisle; or to the Diabetes Foundation, 2015 Kohn Road, Harrisburg, 17110.

Child of Vincent & Gladys (Finfrock) Krout:

Richard Krout 1942–2020; Constance M Pelachick 1939–2021

Richard

Constance

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✞Richard Krout March 24, 1942 – November 2, 2020 - Richard was born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, only son of Vincent and Gladys Krout. He graduated from Susquehanna Township High School. He went on to graduate with a degree in Business Administration from Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. He was a member of Kappa Sigma Fraternity, where he made several life long friends. Richard spent the majority of his professional career working for Masland Industries of Carlisle, Pennsylvania, where he achieved the title of Vice President of Procurement and Supplies. Upon retirement at the young age of 53, Richard and his wife Connie relocated to Park City, Utah, where he enjoyed an active outdoor lifestyle, spending his time playing golf, biking, and downhill skiing. Dick and Connie loved adventure, planning ski trips all over the continental US and Canada, enjoying terrain on 3 different continents, to include helicopter skiing in Canada. Dick will be remembered as being exceptionally kind, a big teddy bear. He loved to help people (both known and unknown to him) and host friends and family at his Park City house. His favorite pleasure was not only to guide people to the best untracked ski runs and secret stashes of powder in Utah, but also to spend time with beginner skiers on simpler runs as well. He had limitless determination and patience in teaching everyone, never angry or frustrated. He loved to spend time and weekends with his wife and 2 children on the slopes of Denton Hil in the winter and along the Susquehanna River in the summer. In his older years he also enjoyed teaching his young granddaughters how to fish (and many fishing ties later!). His overall kind demeanor and larger than life presence will be missed. Richard is survived by his wife Constance Marie Krout (Osman), son Richard Eugene Krout II, daughter Wendy Krout Day, daughter-in-law Laura Krout (Buglio), son-in-law Christian Laurence Day, and granddaughters Sydney Lauren Day, Nicole Rebecca Day, and Danielle Victoria Day.

✞Parents: Beatrice Ossman Pelachick, but was raised by her stepfather, Theodore Pelachick. Connie graduated from Pottsville High School. She quickly moved on to independently support herself as a telephone operator until she met her soulmate and husband of fifty-five years, Richard Eugene Krout. They lived in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania for a few short years, then built their Pennsylvania dream house in Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania. There she raised her children and built deep-seated roots, with many lasting friendships and many adventures, spending numerous days playing tennis at Allenberry Resort and Inn. She spent those years as a wonderful wife and homemaker for their two children, packing up for weekends spent skiing at Denton Hill or boating on the Susquehanna River in the summer. After Richard's retirement, they built their western dream house in Park City, Utah, where they spent twenty-five years. There, Connie developed even more deep and lasting friendships, spending her time snow skiing, playing golf, traveling the world or just spending quality time with friends. Anyone who knew her was familiar with Hotel Krout, as she absolutely loved to host and entertain people. She so enjoyed spending time with her three granddaughters when they visited, teaching them to ski and play golf, taking them to rodeos, and, most importantly, grilling the Krout Special Rack of lamb and homemade soup. Anyone who knew Connie loved her. She was a brightly sparkling personality that could start a conversation with anyone, a skill that astounded those around her. She loved to push boundaries, and was never afraid to wear just about anything to a party, no matter what her age. Her adventuresome and winning personality, her emotional strength to keep pushing through no matter how her body challenged her will be legacies that will live on. Connie is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Richard; and her half-brother, Ted Pelachick. She is survived by her half-brother, Edward Pelachick; her children, Richard Eugene Krout, Jr. and Wendy Krout Day; her daughter-in-law, Laura Krout, her son-in-law, Christian Day; and her granddaughters, Sydney Lauren Day, Nicole Rebecca Day, and Danielle Victoria Day.

Children of Richard & Constance (Pelachick) Krout:

Richard E Krout II
Wendy Krout Day
3 granddaughters

Jay W. Krout 1919–1991 WWII US Navy; Barbara C. Baughman 1919–2010

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✞Jay W. krout, 72, of 125 Brindlewood Way, York, died at 11:45 p.m. at Lebonan Veterans Administration Medical Center. He was the husband of Barbara C.(Baughman)Krout. The service will be 11 a.m. Thursday at the William E. Little Funeral Home, 60 S. Main St. Manchester. Burial will be in Mt. Rose Cemetery with Military Rites by Veterans of Foreign Wars Mount Wolf Post 2493. Viewing will be 10 to 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Mr. Krout was born in York Haven. He was the son of the late Harber and Bertha (Sweeney) Krout. He retired in 1979 as a switchboard operator for Metropolitan Edison Co. at its York haven facility, where he was employed for 47 years. A U.S. Navy Veteran of World War II, he served in the Asiatic-Pacific theater. He was a member of American Legion New Cumberland Post 143, Veterans of Foreign Wars White Rose Post 556, and The Goldens Nuggets of St. Mary's Church. He also was a van driver for Northeastern Senior Center in Mt. Wolf. Mr. Krout also is survived by a son,Jason E. Krout of New Ark, Del.; and two grandchildren. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Roland E. Gavin, pastor of Yorkshire United Methodist Church. York Daily Record 7-21-91.

✞Barbara C. Krout - Passed away peacefully on November 22, 2010, at Harbor Healthcare in Lewes, DE, where she had resided for the past year. During the previous three years, she had lived at the Gardens of White Chapel in Newark, DE. Barbara was born in York, PA in 1919 and was a long-time resident of York County. For 15 years, she was employed as a clerk for the former American Chain & Cable Corp. Barbara enjoyed antique collecting. She was predeceased in 1995 [sic] by her husband of 50+ years, Jay W. Krout and is survived by her son, Jason E. Krout of Lewes and her two grandchildren, James and Jennifer. Graveside services will be held at 11:30 am, on Tuesday November 30, at Mount Rose Cemetery in York, PA. In lieu of flowers, please consider contributions to the American Heart Association , 1501 Casho Mill Road, Suite 1, Newark, DE 19711. For online condolences, please visit CHANDLER FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATORY www.chandlerfuneralhome.com Published in The News Journal on November 25, 2010

Child of Jay & Barbara (Baughman) Krout:

Jason E. Krout
two grandchildren

Mary Sheffer 1864–1917; FNU Cunningham

Daniel B Sheffer 1865–1940; 1) Annie E Dattisman 1863–1910 (m. 1886); 2) Almeda P Snyder Shipley 1872–1958 (m. 1916)

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✞Almeda Phelps Snyder married Henry Wood Bradley (Sep 15,1870 - July 20,1946) on May 12,1892. That marriage ended in 1898. He then married Hattie Lee Atwood on Dec 25,1903 and she married William T. Shipley (10/16/1870 - 5/21/1911) on June 21, 1899. After William Shipley died in 1911 she married Daniel B. Sheffer (2/10/1865-4/25/1940) on March 30, 1916. Daniel Sheffer had two sons, Herman E. Sheffer (9/1889-1955) and Horace Henry Sheffer (3/13/1892- 1947) from his previous marriage to Annie Elizabeth Dottisman (10/28/1863-1/14/1910). In February 1958 she was living with her widowed brother Oliver P. Snyder on the family farm near Damascus MD when he died. She went to live in a nursing home in Catonsville MD where she died in June of that same year.

Children of Daniel & Annie (Dattisman) Sheffer:

Herman E Sheffer 1889–1955; Mary E Weaver 1895–1970 (m. 1925)

Child of Herman & Mary (Weaver) Sheffer:

Herman W Sheffer 1926-2016 WWII Army Air Corp; Mary McKenzie

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✞Herman W. Sheffer, age 90, of Cave Creek, Arizona, passed away on June 25, 2016 surrounded by family members, not able to recuperate from injuries suffered in a fall. Herman leaves his wife of the past 33 years, Mary and five children, Dan (Angie) Sheffer of Fayetteville, Georgia, Geordie Sheffer of Santa Fe, New Mexico, Sara (Todd) Handwerk of Keller, Texas, Kathy Suhr of Flagstaff, Arizona and Marni (Fredrik) Lambeck of Uppsala, Sweden. Herman also leaves six grandchildren, Callie Sheffer, Victoria, Jessica and Emma Lambeck, Daniel and Duncan (Kimberly) Suhr and two great-grandchildren, Kaia and Lucas. Herman was born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, but raised in Baltimore, Maryland. Ever a horse racing fan, in 1938 Herman and his father stood along the rail at Pimlico Racetrack for the celebrated match race between Sea Biscuit and War Admiral. Herman served in the Army Air Corps during World War II. A graduate of Johns Hopkins University in 1950 with a degree in geology, Herman played on three national championship lacrosse teams, as well as football and basketball. Hefman began his career at Harry T. Campbell in Baltimore as a geologist, then returned to school to achieve a master's degree in Mining Engineering from New Mexico Tech in 1963. Herman resumed his career with the Federal Department of the Interior, Bureau of Mines, as a mining engineer, serving for 26 years until his retirement in Socorro, New Mexico, Salt Lake City, Utah, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Columbia, South Carolina, Santa Fe, New Mexico and Washington, D.C. Herman returned to the west in 1991, then assisting his wife, Mary McKenzie in the operation of her company, Marco International, Cave Creek, Arizona. Herman loved horse racing, golf, the Baltimore Ravens, the Washington Redskins, family and Mary, not necessarily in that order. Herman was a member of the Paradise Valley Masonic Lodge in Phoenix, AZ where he served as a Master Mason. Interment at the National Memorial Cemetery in Cave Creek, Arizona will be conducted on September 30, 2016, with a private memorial service held the following day at the Desert Hills Presbyterian Church in Carefree. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the charity of your choice.

Children of Herman Sheffer:

Dan (Angie) Sheffer
Geordie Sheffer
Sara (Todd) Handwerk
Kathy Suhr
Marni (Fredrik) Lambeck
six grandchildren
two great-grandchildren

Harry B Sheffer 1931–2015;

Horace H Sheffer Sr 1892–1947; Emma Long

✞SHEFFER -- On May 14, 1947, HORACE H. SR., of 1346 West 41st street, husband of Emma L. Sheffer (nee Long). Funeral from the Burgee Funeral Home. Interment in Lorraine Park Cemetery. Source: The Sun (Baltimore, MD) Thursday, May 15, 1947

Children of Horace & Emma (Long) Sheffer:

Horace H Sheffer Jr 1915–2010; Jean E Royer

Children of Horace & Jean (Royer) Sheffer Jr:

Deb McClellen
Jacob (Judi) Sheffer
Horace H Sheffer III 1946–2022 US Navy; Sharyn LNU

Horace

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✞Born in Baltimore, Maryland on August 27, 1946, to Horace Henry Sheffer, Jr. and Jean Eleanor Royer Sheffer, Hank Sheffer passed away seventy-six years later on October 3rd. [2022] Preceeded in death by his parents and step-son, Nathan Haverstock. Hank is survived by his wife, Sharyn, his sister Deb McClellen, his brother Jacob (Judi), his son Jacob (Colleen), his daughters Amanda Brady (Bobby) and Heather Keller (Brian), step-sons John Schoenwolf (Tanya), Anthony Schoenwolf (Deb), and Aaron Alger; and several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Navy veteran, musician, stuntman, actor, historian, author, storyteller, Hank was known by many as The Old Storyteller. He was a graduate of Valley Forge Military Academy and Central Arizona College. Some of his fondest memories came from playing his trumpet in the navy band with Bruce Merrill and Guy Kramer and later with Larry Clark at Fillys Roadhouse. In recent years, Hank's enjoyed helping with Zao Theatre at Centerstage Church and making videos with Larry Hedrick for Mysteries of the Superstitions. All who knew Hank are welcome to join his family for a Celebration of Life at 6:30p.m., Thursday, November 17, 2022, at Centerstage Church, 6338 S. Kings Ranch Rd, Gold Canyon.

Children of Horace Sheffer:

Jacob (Colleen) Sheffer
Amanda Brady (Bobby)
Heather Keller (Brian)
grandchildren
great grandchildren

Helen L Sheffer 1920–2009; Albert M Miller 1918–1982

✞MILLER -- On December 1, 2009, HELEN L. (nee Sheffer), wife of the late Albert M.; mother of Phyllis and Glenn; sister of Horace H. Sheffer, Jr.; grandmother of five; great-grandmother of three. Service at the McCully-Polyniak Funeral Home. Graveside service in Lorraine Park Cemetery. Source: The Sun (Baltimore, MD) Thursday, December 3, 2009

✞MILLER -- On August 4, 1982, ALBERT M., of Port St. Lucie, Fl., husband of Helen L. Miller (nee Sheffer); father of Phyllis M. Hastings and Glenn P. Miller; grandfather of three. Services from the Singleton Funeral Home. Interment in Lorraine Park Cemetery. Source: The Sun (Baltimore, MD) Thursday, August 5, 1982

Children of Helen (Sheffer) & Albert Miller:

Phyllis M. Hastings
Glenn P. Miller
5 grandchildren
3 great-grandchildren

| Emanuel Sheffer

| Grandparents: John & Anna Maria Deisinger

| Parents: Barbara (Deisinger) & Henry Shaffer

| Birth: 3 Dec 1838 York, PA

| Death: 25 Sep 1916 York

| Occupation: blacksmith in carriage factory

|Sp Catherine Maul/Moul

| Birth: 28 Sep 1846 PA

| Death: 24 May 1930 York

| Marriage: 1871

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✞The York Dispatch, York, Pennsylvania Monday, September 25, 1916 - DEATHS AND BURIALS Emmanuel Sheffer, 452 Salem avenue, 77 years old, died this afternoon at 1:40 o'clock, at the family residence, 452 Salem avenue. Mr. Sheffer had been in failing health for over a year from dropsy, but his condition became serious only a few weeks ago. He is survived by his wife and three daughters, Mrs. Harvey Rogers, Mrs. JW. Weiner and Mrs. Le Roy Frederick, all of this city.

Children of Emanuel & Catherine (Maul) Sheffer:

Ella J Sheffer 1873–1912; Jacob H Spangler 1873–1956 (m. 1902)
Susan E Sheffer 1875–1961; Harvey E Rodgers 1872–1943 (m. 1898)

Child of Susan (Sheffer) & Harvey Rodgers:

Emerson E Rodgers 1903–1996; Emma E Hamme 1907–2001

Child of Emerson & Emma (Hamme) Rodgers:

Emerson H Rodgers 1928–2016 WWII US Army; Mary E. Paules 1929–2022

Emerson

Mary

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✞Emerson H. "Bud" Rodgers, 88, died on April 2, 2016, at SpiriTrust Lutheran Village at Sprenkle Drive. Born on February 4, 1928, in York, he was the son of the late Emerson E. and Emma (Hamme) Rodgers. He was the husband of Mary E. (Paules) Rodgers, whom he married in 1950. He graduated from the York High School Industrial Course in 1945 as an electrician. He was a life member of IBEW Local #229 electrical union. Bud worked as an electrician in Pennsylvania and Illinois, as an Electrical Design Engineer for Burns and Roe of Paramus, N.J. in the construction of Three Mile Island; and for the last twenty years of his working career as an electrical salesman. He retired at age 69 from GES Technology, Harrisburg, a division of the Edwin L. Heim Co. He served in the U.S. Army at the end of World War II, stationed in the Panama Canal Zone. Bud was an active lifelong member of Shiloh United Church of Christ, serving on Consistory, as a Sunday school teacher, and volunteering his trade skills to the church. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Keith Rodgers and his wife Carol of Dover, Rev. Steven Rodgers and his wife Michelle of Lititz; a daughter, Beth Inkrote and her husband Dave of Loganville; eight grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, April 9, 2016 at 11 a.m. at Shiloh United Church of Christ, 2251 Willow St., York, with the Rev. Susan B. Dheedene officiating. A viewing will be held from 10 until 11 a.m. Saturday at the church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Shiloh United Church of Christ, 2251 Willow Road, York, PA 17408; or to Hospice and Community Care, 685 Good Drive, P.O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604. Arrangements by the Etzweiler Funeral Homes and Cremation Service, 1111 E. Market St., York, PA 17403. etzweilerfuneralhome.com Published in York Daily Record & York Dispatch on Apr. 6, 2016

✞York - Mary E. (Paules) Rodgers passed away on Sunday, January 16, 2022, at the age of 92 in York PA. She was the wife of the late Emerson (Bud) Rodgers to whom she was married for 65 ½ years before he passed in 2016. Mary was born August 2, 1929, in West York and was the daughter of the late Lloyd and Susan (Sollenberger) Paules. Mary graduated as the valedictorian of the class of 1947 from Wrightsville High School. She then studied accounting and graduated from Thompson Business School of York in 1949. She worked in several different offices in York and retired from Susquehanna Valley Insulators, Dover in 1998 as secretary/bookkeeper after 13 years. Mary was a long-time member of Shiloh UCC. She enjoyed her many long-time friends while playing bridge, eating out at many restaurants, visiting, going to antique and doll shows, and traveling. Mary's favorite food was ice cream. Her family owned Paules Dairy in Wrightsville from 1935-61 where she waitressed and helped her father deliver milk. Mary is survived by her brother William Paules; her three children, son Keith Rodgers and his wife Carol, son Steve Rodgers and his wife Michelle, daughter Beth Inkrote and her husband Dave; 7 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. Graveide service will take place at Shiloh Cemetery on Church Road, York on January 21 at 12:30 p.m. followed by visitation at 1:30 p.m. at Shiloh United Church of Christ, 2251 Willow Road, York. A service to celebrate Mary's life will take place at the church at 2:30 p.m. Arrangements by the Etzweiler Funeral Homes and Cremation Service, 1111 East Market Street, York, PA 17403. Www.etzweilerfuneralhome.com Posted online on January 18, 2022 Published in York Daily Record, York Dispatch

Children of Emerson & Mary (Paules) Rodgers:

Keith (Carol) Rodgers
Steve (Michelle) Rodgers
Beth (Dave) Inkrote
7 grandchildren
10 great-grandchildren

Sarah B Sheffer 1884–1922; John W Weimer 1883–1944 (m. 1911)
Mary A Sheffer 1887–1946; Roy E Frederick 1886–1963 (m. 1906)

Children of Mary (Sheffer) & Roy Frederick:

Beatrice C Frederick 1906–1983; Alvin C Heiges 1907–1987

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✞Alvin C. Heiges, 79, of York died March 1, 1987 at his residence. He was the husband of the late Beatrice Frederick Heiges. He was a retired English teacher, having taught for more than 40 years at William Penn Senior High School, York. He was a graduate of Gettysburg High School, class of 1928, and Gettysburg College in 1932. He received his Masters degree from Penn State University. He was a member of the Outdoor Country Club, the Dutch Club, the University Club, and the Lincolnway Fire Company, all of York. He is survived by a son, Frederick C. Heiges of York; two grandchildren; a brother Harold Heiges, Gettysburg; and a sister Corinne Reaver of Camp Hill. Funeral services to be hold at Baumeister Orcutt Mortuary. Interment to be in Greenmount Cemetery, York. Officiating Rev. Leonard Shertzer of Union Lutheran Church, of which Mr. Heiges was a member. The Gettysburg Times, March 6, 1987

Child of Beatrice (Frederick) & Alvin Heiges:

Frederick C. Heiges 1930–2018 US Army; Diane A Bufflap 1930–2005 (m. 1955)

Frederick

Diane

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✞Frederick C. Heiges, 88, died Tuesday, July 24, 2018, at his residence. He was the loving husband of the late Diane (Bufflap) Heiges, to whom he was married 50 years. Born May 25, 1930 in York, he was the son of the late Alvin C. and Beatrice (Frederick) Heiges.

Fred was a 1948 graduate of William Penn Senior High School and was active in football, swimming, tennis, ping pong and politics. He graduated from Shippensburg State Teachers College with majors in English and history. Frederick played football and lettered in varsity tennis. He graduated from Western Maryland College earning an Ed. M degree with a major in psychology and a minor in counselling. He attended Penn State York and later compiled enough credits for a Doctoral equivalency earning certification requirements for Home-school visitor, psychological examiner, guidance counselor and school psychologist. During this time, Fred enjoyed selected private work and vocational testing to include complete battery testing for Scotland School, Hershey Boys School, Hoffman Home, Sheltered Workshop, and the York County Mental Health Center.

He was affiliated with the office of Vocational Rehabilitation (BVR) and worked as a Psychological examiner for the Disability Determination Division. Fred served in the U.S. Army as a radio operator, basic education instructor, psychometrist and company clerk. He was employed by the York City School District as a classroom teacher and School Psychologist. He was an acting executive director for the' Provident Enterprise, Inc., psychological consultant with the American Health Management Corporation, and psychological consultant with the Children's Developmental Center.

At CDC, Fred was involved in the psychological testing of residents, working with staff and setting-up behavioral management plans for each client. For a brief time, he served as the acting Executive Director of Provident Enterprises, counseling parents and developed in-service programs with staff, nurses, and mental health workers. As a school psychologist with York City, Fred helped initiate, develop and supervise special classes and curriculum for exceptional individuals, consulting with teachers and supervisors about the progress. He prepared individual prescriptions to meet the needs of children in school. It was also his duty to make appropriate referrals for further diagnostic evaluations e.g., to speech therapists, reading specialists, clinical psychologists and neurologists for further services. He was in position to encourage community support of financial requests for needed psychological services and to encourage state and federal assistance for the development of services.

As a Psychologist with the Lincoln Intermediate Unit, a substantial portion of his time was spent in the collaboration, consultation and conference with school personnel on enhancing the learning potential of school-age pupils. He attempted to advance their social-emotional development, in a clinical setting designed to include psycho diagnostics, short-term counseling, agency-referral, and varied pupil personnel specialists. Fred was later employed by the York office of Employment and Training. This program offered Federally Subsidized Training and Employment. He was involved in the counseling and assisting individuals with job placement difficulties. The work resolved around the analyzing of job applicants, by assessing job readiness, job interests, aptitudes, skills, and training needs. Fred attempted to solve vocational problems often associated with economically disadvantaged youths and clients who had behavioral problems or vocational adjustment problems.

This interesting work required contact with employers and private/public agencies. As a CETA counselor, he monitored work sites and was involved in in-service aspects. He held State Certifications as a School Psychologist, PA State licensed Psychologist, Guidance counselor, Home-school visitor, mentally retarded/physical handicapped, Learning disabled children and socially-emotionally disturbed children.

He was last employed as a Prison Psychologist with the Camp Hill Correctional Facility. Fred obtained a near-perfect score on the State Civil Service exam for title of Psychological Services Associate Supervisor. He was a finalist for NROTC scholarship (1948).

He is survived by a son, David. At Fred's request, private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions in Fred's memory may be made to the Penn State Children's Hospital. Please make checks payable to Penn State University and write Children's Hospital on check memo, and mail to: Penn State College of Medicine and Hershey Medical Center, University Development and Alumni Relations, PO Box 852, Hershey, PA 17033-0852. Arrangements by the Etzweiler Funeral Homes and Cremation Service, 1111 E. Market St., York, PA 17403.

✞Diane A. Heiges, 75, died at 12:45 a.m. on Saturday, October 15, 2005, at York Hospital. She was the wife of Frederick C. Heiges of York. Fred and Diane celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on June 12, 2005. Born July 7, 1930, she was a daughter of the late Charles Henry Augustus and Ethel N. (Weikel) Bufflap. Diane was employed by Columbia Pictures in Hollywood, CA. She also worked for Capital Records and the Don Lee modeling agency. After returning to York, she was employed by WNOW Television, the Bon Ton Department Store, and Drovers Bank. Diane graduated from William Penn Senior High School, Class of 1949, and was a member of the National Honor Society. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church of York. Diane attended several bible study groups and taught summer bible school. She loved conversing with her many friends, reading, shopping, helping others, and being with her family, whom she treasured above all else. Mrs. Heiges will be remembered for her smile, her warm and gentle personality, and a respect for those less fortunate. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a daughter, Denni L. Heiges of New York City, NY; a son, David F. Heiges of York; a sister, Nancy L. and her husband, Ted Birckhead of San Diego, CA; a stepfather, Ralph Croumer of York; and a stepsister, Carol Spickler of York. Funeral Wednesday at Etzweiler Funeral Home & Cremation Service, York, her pastor, Rev. Dr. John E. Morgan, officiating. Burial in Greenmount Cemetery. [York Daily Record]

Children of Frederick & Diane (Bufflap) Heiges:

Denni L. Heiges
David F. Heiges

Ruth R Frederick 1917–2004; Vernon M Ness 1916–1985 WWII US Army Captain

note- brother of John H Ness (see below)

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✞Former York High teacher, athletic director and coach Vernon M. "Pikey" Ness, 69, died today at York Hospital He was the husband of Ruth R. Frederick Ness. Mr. Ness was born in York, son of the late R. Murray and Mary E. Thatcher Ness. He retired in 1976 as a teacher at William Penn Senior High School, and was a former athletic director and golf coach at the school. He was a retired U. S. Army captain and veteran of World War II, and a recipient of the Purple Heart in the South Pacific. A 1939 graduate of Gettysburg College, he was a member of the Gettysburg Alumni Association of York county. He was a member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church for more than 50 years, and was a former Sunday School supervisor. He was a member of the Lutheran Men's Club of York County, a member of the Out Door Country Club, the University Club, American Legion Post 127, the disabled American Veterans, Chapter 24 of the American Association of Retired Persons, the Pennsylvania Retired Public School Employees Association and was a life member of Goodwill fire Co. York Dispatch October 5, 1985

Sara F. Frederick 1917–2004; John H. Ness 1913–2004 WWII US Army (m. 1944)

John

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✞John H. Ness, 91, died Thursday morning, November 11, 2004, at his residence. He was the husband of Sara (Frederick) Ness who died September 17, 2004. Born June 3, 1913, in York, he was the son of the late R. Murray and Mary E. (Thatcher) Ness. Mr. Ness retired from the accounting department of the former Borg Warner Corp., presently York International. He was a U.S. Army Veteran of WWII and served from 1941-1945 in the Asiatic Pacific Campaign as a staff sergeant. He was a 1933 graduate of William Penn Senior High School. Mr. Ness was a life long member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church and was active in Troop 36 of the Boy Scouts of the church. He was a member of the Delphia A.A. Old Timers Club; a charter and life member of the Out Door Country Club; a member of American Legion Post 127; and a life member of the Goodwill Fire Company. Surviving are a niece, Virginia Brown of York; two nephews, Luther Wallick and Fred Heiges, both of York; nine great-nieces and nephews; and 15 greatgreat-nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, Vernon 'Pikey' Ness who died October 5, 1985; Vernon's wife, Ruth Rebecca Ness who died July 17, 2004; and three sisters, Rebecca Ness Fulton, Mildred L. Ness and Miriam T. Ness. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. at Saint Mark's Lutheran Church, 700 E. Market St., York. The Rev. Charlene Leigh-Koser, Interim Pastor of his church, will officiate the service. A viewing will be held Wednesday from 10 to 11 a.m. at the church. Etzweiler Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 1111 E. Market St., York, is in charge of the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Saint Mark's Lutheran Church, 700 E. Market St., York, PA 17403. www.etzweiler.com

There's one possibility, though, that seems to fit all the facts. There was a hint in one text that Johan George (John) may have deserted the militia in 1776. To avoid getting caught, he might have moved away where his neighbors wouldn't know who he was and turn him in. Desertion was widespread in the Continental Army due to a variety of reasons, from bounty jumping (enlisting to just collect the bonus) to fear of combat. Thousands of rewards were advertised for deserters, and George Washington offered amnesty for offenders if they returned.

If John had deserted and moved to York County to hide, people in Berks County might have thought he died in service (although his brothers should have known, which might explain why he was named in his brother William's will). John may not have told his children or grandchildren, so none of them or their descendants would have considered DAR membership. That means that John and his brothers would have had to lie and cover up for the rest of their lives. John, particularly, would have had to not tell anyone. However, if John had stayed away from his family and friends in Berks County and focused solely on his own family and farm in York County, nearly 50 miles away, he might have had some peace until his death at 46 in 1803. No proof of this could be found, so none of this may have happened, but it does seem a little suspicious.

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