Obituaries
JoAnn E. Burkholder
Jan 17, 2025
JoAnn E. Burkholder age 91 of Carlisle, PA., passed away at the Thornwald Home on January 17, 2025.
She was born in Carlisle, on Tuesday January 9, 1934, to Floyd M. and Mary C. (Boldoser) Rutz.
JoAnn graduated from Carlisle High School and was a homemaker. She was a member of the Newville Church of the Brethren.
JoAnn is survived by her loving...
Agnes Cosgrove Goudie
Jan 16, 2025
Agnes Kathryn Cosgrove Goudie left us peacefully on January 16, 2025.
Predeceased by her loving husband, John Joseph Goudie, and her devoted parents, Arthur and Marie Cosgrove. Agnes is undoubtedly reunited with them, armed with a to-do list and her trusty teacher’s planner.
Born and raised in Lindenhurst, Long Island, New York, Agnes mastered the art of blending her quick Irish wit...
Chester Leroy Nace
Jan 15, 2025
Chester L. Nace, 83, of Carlisle, passed on January 15th, 2025.
Chester is survived by his loving wife, Helen, his daughter, Sherry Mancuso (Troy Junkins), his son, Blanda Nace (Sabrina Thomas), his grandson, Wes Adams (Tina Ciervo), his granddaughter, Rebecca Mancuso (Drew Hobbins), and his two great-grandchildren.
In his earlier years, Chester was the lead in a popular local band called The...
Donald F. Bletz
Jan 13, 2025
Donald (Don) Ferree Bletz, 99, died at Cumberland Crossings on January 13, 2025. He was born in Mountville, Lancaster County, PA on July 28, 1925, son of the late Paul Hamilton and Ellen Lucille (Hoover) Bletz, Jr. Donald was married to Patricia Ann Thomas Bletz who preceded him in death in 2012. They had been married for over sixty-three years....
Tammy Tyson Brewer
Jan 12, 2025
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our cherished Tamara Lynn Tyson on January 12, 2025. Deeply mourned by James, Janet and Trent Tyson and her daughter, Rachel.
Tammy became a quadriplegic in 1984.
Tammy’s love for playing the clarinet, doing math problems, computers, raising her daughter and music brought joy to everyone they met. Tammy received multiple honors...
Gregory S. Heaster
Jan 12, 2025
Gregory S. Heaster, age 56, passed away on January 12, 2025, at UPMC Carlisle.
Greg was born on Wednesday March 20, 1968, to the late Leroy M. and Dorothy L. (McClain) Heaster.
He worked for UPS as a trucker driver. Greg was in the military and attended basic training after graduating from high school. He then went to Ft Hood for Advanced...
Darlene Meier
Jan 11, 2025
Darlene Meier, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2025. Her memory will be held with love by her family, friends, and faith community.
“Sometimes, only one person is missing, and the whole world seems depopulated.” Alphonse De Lamartine.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, January 16th, 2025, from 5 p.m. -6:30 p.m. followed by a prayer service at Hoffman Funeral &...
Betty Lou Walters
Jan 10, 2025
Betty Lou (Chronister) Walters went to be with the Lord on January 10, 2025, at the age of 88.
She was born in Carlisle on September 5, 1936, the daughter of the late Mervin “Mike” and Margaret “Peg” (Mohler) Chronister.
Betty is survived by her husband of more than 68 years, Kenneth V. Walters; a daughter—Ann (husband Sam) Sharp, of Harrisburg; three sons—Bryon...
Carol Miller
Jan 10, 2025
Carol Lucille (DeGraaff) Miller, 81, passed from this life into the arms of Jesus on January 10th, 2025, at her daughter’s home in Carlisle, PA.
Carol was born in Patterson, NJ to the late Cornelius and Clara DeGraaff. She was the 10th of 11 children. She married John B. Miller (deceased) in 1964 and they remained married until his death in...
Charles J. Toomey, Jr.
Jan 9, 2025
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Ronald Clare Carr
Jan 8, 2025
Ronald Clare Carr, 60, of Carlisle, died Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at Penn State Health Holy Spirit Hospital.
Born in Petersburg, WV, he was the son of Steven and Kay Alexander.
Ron was a nature and animal lover. He liked to fish and hunt and had two lovebirds, Sandy and Blue. He also had made friends with many deer that wandered onto...
Leticia M. Estevez
Jan 5, 2025
Leticia M. Estevez, beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away at her home in Gettysburg, PA, on Sunday, January 5th, 2025, at the age of 34. Born in Chambersburg on May 30th, 1990, Leticia had a kind soul that was deeply loved by her family and friends. Her passing leaves a tremendous void in their hearts, and they take...
Anthony "Tater" W. Hench
Jan 5, 2025
Anthony “Tater” Hench, 63, of Carlisle, died Sunday, January 5, 2025 at his residence surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Carlisle, he was the son of the late Richard Hench and Idella (Dupert) Hench, who survives. He was also the husband of 16 years to Christine (Shughart) Hench.
Tater worked as a mechanic for over 30 years with Carlisle Radiator, many...
Glenn C. Varner
Jan 1, 2025
Glenn Charles Varner was born in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania on March 31, 1936, and he was one of Melvin and Ruth (Bear) Varner’s eight children. He graduated from Shippensburg Area School District in 1954, a first-generation high school graduate.
In 1954, Glenn enlisted in the United States Army during which time he served his country abroad during the Korean conflict. While serving,...
Betty A. Nelson
Dec 31, 2024
Betty A. Nelson, of Newville, passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at the age of 89 at the UPMC Carlisle Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Born November 25, 1935 to the late Edward and Mabel (Gutshall) Foster, she was the loving wife of the late Foster E. Nelson, Jr.
Betty was a homemaker for many years, and was known for...
James Franklin
Dec 30, 2024
James Donald “Don” Franklin, age 77, passed away Monday, December 30, 2024 at Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center in Enola, Pennsylvania, with his family by his side.
Don was born in Marion, Kentucky to Mary Thomas Wring Franklin and James Henry Franklin. He grew up in Hopkinsville, Kentucky and graduated from Hopkinsville High School as a proud member of the...
Mary Ellen Boyd
Dec 29, 2024
Mary Ellen Boyd, 95, passed away on December 29, 2024, at the Church of God Home in Carlisle, PA.
Mary was born in Carlisle, PA on September 2, 1929, to the late Merle and Lillian (Zimmerman) McCoy.
She is survived by her three sons Donald L. Boyd of Biglerville, PA, Stephen V. Boyd of Newville, PA, and Craig L. Boyd of Newville,...
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