Obituaries
Central PA Obituaries
This is a collection of obituaries for New Cumberland, Camp Hill, Lemoyne, Mechanicsburg, Etters, York Haven, Harrisburg, Wormleysburg, Lewisberry, Enola and Central PA area.
Mildred S. Trayer
Jun 3, 2026
Mildred S. Trayer, 95, of New Cumberland, PA, passed away on June 3, 2026. Born on March 14, 1931, to the late George and Constance (Taleff) Stoiancheff.
A proud member of the 1949 graduating class of the former Steelton High School, Mildred embraced life with passion and dedication. She then embarked on a rewarding career as a Senior Clerk at Bell...
Carolyn Maguire Kerr
Jun 2, 2026
Carolyn Maguire Kerr, 84, of Camp Hill passed away on Tuesday, June 2nd at UPMC Harrisburg Hospital.
She retired as a Home Economics Teacher from West Shore School District. Carolyn received her Associates Degree in Fashion Design from Endicott Jr. College in 1962, Bachelor’s Degree in Home Economics Education from Penn State University in 1969, and Master’s in Education from Temple...
Delia A. (Law) Cain
May 29, 2026
Delia A. (Law) Cain, 74, of Lower Paxton Township, PA, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, May 29, 2026, with family by her side. She was born on July 30, 1951, in Harrisburg, to the late Dr. Charles C. Law and Helen (Roach) Law.
Delia was the kind of person who made the world a little brighter simply by being...
Donald E. Lysle
May 26, 2026
Donald E. Lysle, 84, of Mechanicsburg, passed away on May 26, 2026 with his wife by his side. He was born on October 16, 1941, in Harrisburg, PA to the late Dean F. and Alice A. (Smith) Lysle.
Don was a graduate of New Cumberland High School, Penn State Mont Alto, and Forestry School. He began his career serving 7 years...
COL Kim C. Leach USA, Retired
May 26, 2026
Colonel Kim C. Leach (Retired), 71, of Harrisburg, PA, passed away peacefully at home with family by his side, May 26, 2026. Born on January 14, 1955, in Sewickley, he was the son of the late John and Helen (Palka) Leach.
Kim was raised in western Pennsylvania where he was a 1973 graduate of Ambridge High School. He continued his education...
Margaret Ann Bachleda
May 23, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Margaret A. Bachleda, who departed from this world on May 23, 2026, at the age of 71. Born on October 6, 1954, in Jamaica, New York, Margaret's journey through life was marked by her unwavering spirit, compassionate heart, and vibrant personality.
Margaret was a devoted spouse to her loving husband,...
Kathryn Douglass Idler
May 22, 2026
Kathryn “Katie” Louise Douglass Idler was born on July 24, 1929, in McKeesport, PA. She was the second of three children born to Harry Rogers Douglass and Ruth Heath Douglass. Her older brother was Harry “Bud” Douglass, Jr. and Audrey Douglass Deanhardt was her younger sister. Her grandparents were Philip Drennan and Mary Frances Douglass, and William George and Mary...
John H. Jones
May 22, 2026
John H. Jones, a cherished husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away on May 22, 2026, at the age of 70. Born on August 31, 1955, to the late Dorothy (Gomb) Jones and John Jones in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, John lived a life full of passion and creativity, leaving a memorable mark on all who knew him.
John graduated with a Bachelor’s...
Kenneth L. Bostdorf
May 21, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Kenneth L. Bostdorf, a cherished husband, father, brother, and friend, who departed this world on May 21, 2026, at the age of 67. Born on October 15, 1958, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, to the late Dorothy (Maxwell) Bostdorf and Harry Bostdorf, Ken’s life was a testament to his unwavering love...
Terry Patrick Bowen
May 20, 2026
May 20, 2026, Terry Patrick Bowen, 77, of Dillsburg, passed into glory after a courageous five-year battle with cancer. He crossed the threshold from the land of the dying, to the land of the living, and entered into the presence of God and his eternal rest.
Born on February 13, 1949, at home in New Cumberland, Terry was the son of...
Jody A. Weltmer
May 19, 2026
Jody A. Weltmer, 62, of New Cumberland, PA, passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at home. She was born June 22, 1963, in Mechanicsburg to Penny (Sandberg) Alexander and the late Carl E. “Toad” Weltmer.
A 1982 graduate of Camp Hill High School, Jody was a cheerleader in her youth and embraced life with enthusiasm. Following graduation, she spent a memorable...
Frederick W. Bierach
May 18, 2026
Frederick W. Bierach, 75, of Harrisburg, PA, passed away on May 18, 2026. A beloved husband, father, and grandfather, he was born on August 8, 1950, in Asbury Park, NJ to the late Jules Sr.and Barbara (Lidstone) Bierach. Frederick leaves behind a legacy filled with laughter, love, and cherished memories.
Frederick completed his Bachelor's degree and enjoyed a fulfilling career as...
Mario D. Pirritano
May 16, 2026
Mario D. Pirritano, 85 of Camp Hill passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at his home with his family by his side.
A National Guard Veteran, he retired as Deputy Secretary of Safety Administration from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. Previous positions held include: Director for The Bureau of Management Services, Director of the PA Management Assistance Team, Chief...
Henrietta E. Todd
May 16, 2026
Henrietta E. (Smith) Todd, 79, of New Cumberland, PA, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 16, 2026. She was born on April 30, 1947, in Cologne, Germany, to the late Gertrud (Jansen) Smith and Henry R. Smith, Sr.
Better known as “Yetty,” she lived a life that was not always easy, but it was real and impossible to ignore. A graduate...
Richard D. Applegate
May 15, 2026
Richard “Rick” David Applegate, 79, of Lower Allen Township, passed away peacefully at home on May 15, 2026. Born on June 22, 1946, in Delano, he was the son of the late Dorothy (Brill) Applegate and Ralph Applegate.
Rick served his country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War aboard the USS Iwo Jima. Following his military service, he...
Bonnie L. (Ott) Soloninka
May 15, 2026
Bonnie L. (Ott) Soloninka, 73, of New Cumberland, PA, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 15, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Born June 5, 1952, in Mechanicsburg, she was the daughter of the late Samuel and Frances (Harlacher) Ott.
Bonnie was a hardworking woman whose strong work ethic carried her through many different roles over the years. Early...
P. Gary Herting
May 13, 2026
P. Gary Herting, 79, of Camp Hill, PA, passed away on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, with loved ones by his side. He was the son of the late Philip E. and Rosa M. (Pumarejo) Herting, born on March 27, 1947, in Tampa, FL.
Whether you knew him as Gary, Coach, Philip, or simply “PG,” you likely remember the way he made...
Orvan O. Danner Jr.
May 12, 2026
Orvan “Old man" "Skip” Danner, Jr., age 89, of New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, peacefully passed away on May 12, 2026, with his family by his side. Born on April 22, 1937, in Lebanon, Pennsylvania to the late Dorothy (Martin) Danner and Orvan Danner Sr., Orvan was a cherished father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and devoted husband. He spent his life surrounded by...
Anthony E. Dichard
May 9, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Anthony E. Dichard, age 68, of New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, who departed this life on May 9, 2026. Born on March 31, 1958, to the late Wanda (Kearns) Dichard and John C. Dichard, Anthony was a beloved brother and a cherished friend to many. He was known for his warmth,...
David Hayes Colestock
May 8, 2026
David H. Colestock, 62, of Camp Hill, PA, passed away on the morning of May 8, 2026. Born on April 3, 1964, in Camp Hill, David was a beloved husband, father, son, brother and friend who had an unwavering dedication to those he loved.
David was a remarkable man with many passions, hobbies and interests. None of these more so than...
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