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.

Martha Ellen Hollinger

Martha Ellen Hollinger

Aug 7, 2023

Martha Ellen Hollinger, 84, of Lewisberry died Monday, August 7, 2023 at home in the presence of her family.  

A 1958 graduate of the former New Cumberland High School, she worked as a CNA at Bethany Village and Comfort Care, a lunch lady for West Shore School District, Haar’s Drive In Movie Theater, and later retired from  Boscov’s Department...

Rose V. Oberman

Rose V. Oberman

Aug 6, 2023

 

Rose V. Oberman, 93, formerly of New Cumberland, PA passed away on Sunday, August 6, 2023 in Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center, East Pennsboro Twp., PA.

She was a retired Assigned Risk Underwriter with Nationwide Insurance, Harrisburg.  Rose was a member of St. Theresa Catholic Church, New Cumberland where she was an active member of the Little...

Betty Lou Zook

Betty Lou Zook

Aug 1, 2023

 

Betty Lou Zook, 85, of Fairview Twp., Lewisberry, passed away Tuesday, August 1, 2023, at her home with her family at her side.

She enjoyed crafting with beads and collecting porcelain dolls. Born on December 29, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Gilbert and Lottie (Dove) Updegraff. She was preceded in death by her son-in-law, Clinton E....

Rev. K. David Haring

Rev. K. David Haring

Jul 29, 2023

K. David Haring, age 85, of Lewisberry, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2023 at home.

Born on February 6, 1938 in Lewisberry, he was the second son of the late Charles and Alma (Harro) Haring.  Dave worked as a carpenter for Harry L. Smith & Sons Inc.  Dave was the Pastor at Parkville Church of God until his retirement...

Susan D. Thompson

Susan D. Thompson

Jul 27, 2023

 

Susan D. Thompson, 90, formerly of New Cumberland, left this world for the arms of the Lord on Thursday, July 27, 2023, at Capital Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center, Harrisburg. Born and raised in Mifflin County, she was the daughter of the late James and Bertha (Knox) Ryan.

Susie was blessed with a beautiful angelic voice, singing in musicals, community...

Sue Anne Prowell

Sue Anne Prowell

Jul 27, 2023

 

Sue Anne Prowell, 71, of Etters, died Thursday, July 27, 2023, at UPMC Pinnacle Community Osteopathic Hospital, Lower Paxton Twp.

Sue loved flowers, angels and helping those in need. She had a contagious smile that would brighten anyone’s day. Her love for the Lord and her family were the most important part of her life. Born in Columbus, OH,...

Robert C. Weicht

Robert C. Weicht

Jul 27, 2023

 

Robert C. Weicht, 87, formerly of Allendale, Camp Hill passed away on Thursday, July 27, 2023 in the Bridges of Bent Creek, Silver Spring Twp.

He was a retired Manager with GIANT Foods, Carlisle, a member of Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, Hummelstown and a graduate of John Harris High School, class of 1955, Harrisburg.  Nothing meant more to Robert...

Eleanor Leeper

Eleanor Leeper

Jul 24, 2023

 

Eleanor Leeper, 87, of Camp Hill, passed away late Monday evening, July 24, 2023, at Carlisle Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. Born on October 8, 1935 in Ashland, PA, she was the daughter of the late Stanley Jurgill and Grace (Beaver) Orner.

Ellie overcame many challenges early in life, including the passing of her biological father. Raised by her mother...

Gordon E. "Skip" Bowen

Gordon E. "Skip" Bowen

Jul 23, 2023

Gordon E. “Skip” Bowen, 88, of New Cumberland, Fairview Township, passed away on Sunday, July 23, 2023 in his residence.

He was a retired Maintenance General Supervisor with the Quaker Oats Company, Shiremanstown.  Skip attended Christian Life Assembly, Camp Hill and was a member of Eureka-West Shore Lodge 302 F&AM, Mechanicsburg.  He loved to travel with his wife, and together...

Stephen Michael Dirle

Stephen Michael Dirle

Jul 23, 2023

 

Stephen Michael Dirle, PhD, 47, of Camp Hill, PA, formerly of Gloucester, VA, died on Sunday, July 23, 2023 at his home in Camp Hill, PA. He was born on September 22, 1975 in Williamsburg, VA and was the oldest son of Michael Wayne Dirle, of Hayes, VA, and Linda Matson Dirle of Camp Hill, PA. Deceased grandparents were...

William P. Burke

William P. Burke

Jul 23, 2023

 

William Burke, 65, of Camp Hill, Pennsylvania, formerly of New Cumberland, died July 23, 2023, at Camp Hill, PA.

He was born July 1, 1958, in Harrisburg PA to the late William and Clare. He was preceded in death by Ann Harris Smith sister-in-law.

He is survived by spouse Ellen Harris Burke; sister Clarice Pack; brother-in-law David Harris; brother-in-law...

Barbara Jean Strickland

Barbara Jean Strickland

Jul 20, 2023

 

Barbara Jean Strickland, 84, of New Cumberland, died Thursday, July 20, 2023, at her residence.

Barbara had many jobs over the years as an Air Force wife.  After her husband retired from the Air Force, Barbara worked and retired as a bookkeeper. Along with her husband, they also owned a hog farm in California, where they helped FFA and...

Sara Jane (Janie) Fissel

Sara Jane (Janie) Fissel

Jul 18, 2023

 

Sara Jane (Janie) Fissel, 87, formerly of Dauphin, PA, died peacefully on Tuesday, July 18, 2023, with her son by her side at Thornwald Home, Carlisle.

Sara Jane was a homemaker most of her life until she decided driving a school bus would give her flexibility to spend time with her son and the students whom she loved. She...

Margaret Harriet Cook

Margaret Harriet Cook

Jul 16, 2023

 

Margaret Harriet Cook, 95, of Amoroso Wellness of York, and formerly of Camp Hill, died Sunday, July 16, 2023, at her residence. 

She was a member of Shiremanstown First Church of God. Margaret spent her entire life caring for her family, which was the most important thing to her. She was widow of Charles E. Cook and was also...

Paul S. Bowers

Paul S. Bowers

Jul 15, 2023

 

Paul S. Bowers, 92, of Essex House, Lemoyne formerly of Mechanicsburg, died Saturday, July 15, 2023, at VibraLife Senior Living Community – Hospice, Mechanicsburg. 

He was a retired Numeral Control Engine Lathe Operator from American Chain and Cable, York, and then worked at B.J.’s Wholesale Club in Camp Hill.  He was a wonderful gardener, handyman, neighbor, and friend with...

Philip David Bartoli

Philip David Bartoli

Jul 14, 2023

 

Philip David Bartoli, 21, of Mechanicsburg died Friday, July 14th, 2023 at his home.

Philip attended Good Shepherd Catholic School through 8th grade and graduated in 2020 from Cumberland Valley High School.  He was a Houseman at Courtyard by Marriott in Mechanicsburg.  He was a member of Church of the Good Shepherd, Camp Hill.  Philip enjoyed reading, drawing,...

MSGT Bradley Alan Martin, USAF, Ret.

MSGT Bradley Alan Martin, USAF, Ret.

Jul 11, 2023

 

MSGT Bradley Alan Martin, USAF, Ret., 50, of West Hanover Twp., Harrisburg, died Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at his home.

He was a Budget Analyst for the Naval Support Activity, Mechanicsburg; a retired Master Sergeant with the U.S. Air Force; a member and former Commander of VFW Post 3502, Hershey.

Born on October 26, 1972, in Indiana, PA, he...

Frances Dorman

Frances Dorman

Jul 11, 2023

Frances Dorman, of Harrisburg, PA, passed away after a short illness on July 11, 2023 at the age of 79. She spent her last days at home, surrounded by her children. 

She was born March 8, 1944 in Fayetteville, NC to Frank and Carmen Caruso. She was one of five daughters.

 

Frances married George C. Rogers on August 16,...

Dr. Francis X. Perna, M.D.

Dr. Francis X. Perna, M.D.

Jul 9, 2023

 

Dr. Francis X. Perna, M.D., 89, of New Cumberland, passed away on Sunday, July 9, 2023 in his residence with his loving wife at his side.

Dr. Perna was born in Philadelphia, the son of the late Carmen and Concetta (Donatelli) (Perna) Koran.  He was a graduate of Central High School, St. Joseph’s University and Hahnemann Medical School, all...

David W. Harman, III

David W. Harman, III

Jul 6, 2023

David W. Harman, III, 96, formerly of New Cumberland died Thursday, July 6, 2023 at The Middletown Home.In 1944 at the age of 17, before graduating from high school, Dave enlisted in the Navy. He was a Seabee and worked on a Construction Battalion. He served in Okinawa, Japan where he helped to build an air strip from coral. While...

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