Obituaries

Diane  M.  Hagan

Diane M. Hagan

Jul 1, 2023

Diane M. Hagan, 74, of Newville, passed away on Saturday, July 1, 2023, at Green Ridge Village.

She was born May 11, 1949, in Cleveland, OH to the late George and June (Palmer) Kopin.

Diane loved animals, dragons, horror movies, and crocheting. She worked for many years as a CNA in area nursing homes until she eventually retired from Forrest Park Nursing...

Sean Michael Carr

Sean Michael Carr

Jun 29, 2023

Sean Michael Carr, 38, passed away on June 29, 2023, at his residence. He was born on October 29, 1984, to George W. and Marie A. (Albert) Carr. In addition to his parents, Sean is survived by his siblings: Joseph D. Carr, Heather M. (husband Chris) Steinour of Arizona, and Michelle Carr (husband Steve) Go of California; his nieces and...

Richard L. Shultz, Sr.

Richard L. Shultz, Sr.

Jun 26, 2023

Richard “Rib” Lee Shultz Sr.

Born June 9, 1947 in Shermans Dale, PA to John and Esther “Claira” (Dick) Shultz, “Rib” passed away June 26, 2023 at UPMC West Shore Hospital with his wife and sons by his side.

Richard is survived by his wife of 39 years, Eva (Sholly) Shultz, 4 sons: Chad (Tiffany) Herron, Richard A. Shultz, Christopher (Angela) Shultz,...

Diane  L. Schindler

Diane L. Schindler

Jun 22, 2023

Diane L Schindler, age 69, of Carlisle, PA passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday June 22, 2023. She was born in Oakland, California on June 1, 1954.

Diane loved sports, especially baseball and football, and could be found at the softball field supporting her daughter and teammates on any given night. She was a longtime member of the Fraternal...

Eugene S. Schlosnagle

Eugene S. Schlosnagle

Jun 16, 2023

Eugene S. Schlosnagle, 101, of Green Ridge Village, Newville, Pennsylvania, passed away on June 16, 2023. The middle child of Howard and Maude Spoerlein Schlosnagle, Gene, along with his five brothers and five sisters, was raised on a farm in Accident, Maryland.

Gene’s formal education began in a one-room schoolhouse, featured a high school graduating class of 21 students, and was...

Arthur  Stearns  Heller

Arthur Stearns Heller

Jun 16, 2023

Art Heller was a humble, godly man with great wisdom and a deep faith in God.

A member of West Shore Free Church in Mechanicsburg, Art served in children's ministry with the 1-to 2-year-olds. He built relationships with homeless people he would see regularly in his community, taking time to talk, learn about them, bring them food, and share the gospel....

Carl R. Stone

Carl R. Stone

Jun 14, 2023

Carl R. Stone, 65, of Carlisle, died Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at UPMC Harrisburg.

Born in Carlisle, he was the son of the late Clayton and Nancy (Marston) Stone.

Carl proudly served in the US Marine Corps.

He enjoyed riding his bike and liked to collect all kinds of stuff.

Carl was an active member with the Fraternal Order of Eagles, the Moose Lodge,...

Ethel  M. Barnett

Ethel M. Barnett

Jun 14, 2023

Ethel M. Barnett, age 83, of Carlisle, PA, wife of the late Charles M. Barnett, Jr., passed away on Wednesday, June 14, 2023. She was born in Hampden Township, PA on December 25, 1939, to the late Harry E. and Z. Ellen (Baitsell) Lichtenberger.

Ethel was a longtime member of Great Hope Baptist Church in Carlisle, PA. She enjoyed reading, gardening,...

Kathleen  Forrest

Kathleen Forrest

Jun 11, 2023

Kathleen (Ilnicki) Forrest, 78 of Carlisle, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on Sunday, June 11, at her home. Kathy was the best friend, companion, teacher, soldier, and most of all, wife that anyone could ever have.

She was born February 20, 1945, in McKees Rocks, PA; an only child to the late Peter and Stephanie (Spak) Ilnicki. "Cookie"...

William R. Kennedy

William R. Kennedy

Jun 11, 2023

William R. Kennedy, 82, of Carlisle, died Sunday, June 11, 2023 at Forest Park Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Carlisle.

Born in Blain, he was the son of the late Russell Kennedy (Mary) and the late Dorothy Kline (Charlie) and the husband of 59 years to Jackie (Wise) Kennedy.

William enjoyed bowling, golfing and hunting.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by...

Scott  Alan  Skiles

Scott Alan Skiles

Jun 11, 2023

Scott Alan Skiles, 58, of Mechanicsburg and formerly of Hanover, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 11, 2023, at UPMC West Shore Hospital.

He was born September 10, 1964, in Baltimore, MD to Michael Todd Skiles and Betty Ruth Sawyer Skiles Freeman.

Some of Scott's fondest memories as a child were spent sailing the Chesapeake Bay with his mother, with his cousins...

Barry A. Kleckner Jr.

Barry A. Kleckner Jr.

Jun 10, 2023

Barry A. “Skip” Kleckner Jr. age 63 passed away unexpectantly on Saturday, June 10, 2023 at this home in Carlisle, PA. He was born December 26, 1959 in Lewistown, PA. son of the late Barry A. and Ruth E. (Ditmer) Kleckner Sr.

Skip was raised in the Ickesburg area and graduated from West Perry HS, class of ’77. He went on...

Deborah S. (Nee Stock) Lay

Deborah S. (Nee Stock) Lay

Jun 9, 2023

Deborah S. (nee Stock) Lay, age 66, of Carlisle, PA, passed away on Friday, June 9, 2023, at the Hershey Medical Center. She was born in St. Louis, MO on October 29, 1956.

Deborah worked various jobs in the hairstyling industry. She most especially enjoyed being “Mimi” to her grandchildren.

She is survived by her husband of 39 years, Ronald K. Lay;...

Frederick  "Fred" Dennison  Lehman

Frederick "Fred" Dennison Lehman

Jun 8, 2023

Frederick “Fred” Dennison Lehman, 79, of Carlisle, passed away on Thursday, June 8, 2023, at UPMC Carlisle.

He was born February 1, 1944, in Carlisle to the late Merle D. and Martha (Carl) Lehman. Fred’s mother died on the day she gave birth to him.

Fred was a 1961 graduate of Big Spring High School. He honorably served his country in the...

John  William Warner

John William Warner

Jun 8, 2023

John William Warner age 81, passed away unexpectedly at his home on June 8, 2023 in Newville, PA. John was born June 7, 1942 in Carlisle, PA son of the late Mike and Dorothy (Zimmerman) Warner.

John owned and operated J&S Fuels in Newville PA and was a contract painter after he retired.

John will be remembered fondly by his family as...

Nghi Van Nguyen

Nghi Van Nguyen

Jun 8, 2023

Nghi Van Nguyen, age 76, of Carlisle, PA, passed away on Thursday, June 8, 2023, at the Hershey Medical Center with his family by his side. He was born in Cambodia on February 10, 1947, son of the late Ham Van and Chang Thi (Le) Nguyen. He was drafted into the Navy of the Republic of Vietnam, where he served...

Harry James Baer

Harry James Baer

Jun 8, 2023

Harry James “Jim” Baer, 81, of Carlisle, died Thursday, June 8, 2023 at his residence.

Born in Carlisle, he was the son of the late Irvin and Emma Reiber Baer.

Jim worked for Bethlehem Steel, retiring after 33 years. He also worked part-time at Stan’s Beverage for over 40 years.

He was a member of the Masonic Lodge # 260, Masonic Scottish Rite,...

Murl "Dee" Munger

Murl "Dee" Munger

Jun 7, 2023

Murl D. “Dee” Munger, 92, of Carlisle, died Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at his residence.

Born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, son of the late Murl Don and Vica (Eastwood) Munger Young and husband of 69 years to Joan (Thornbrugh) Munger.

Dee graduated from Iola (Kansas) High School and attended The University of Kansas, obtaining a B.S. in Geological Engineering and eventually earning master’s...

Alice Thomas

Alice Thomas

Jun 6, 2023

Alice Thomas age 87, passed away on Tuesday June 6, 2023 at the UPMC Hospital in Carlisle. She was born on May 18, 1936 in Lumberton, NC daughter of the late Hosie and Mary Locklear. she was the fifth of her family's fifteen children.

Alice worked at Poly Clinic Hospital as a nurse’s aide and in the home health industry before...

C.  William  Souders

C. William Souders

Jun 6, 2023

C. William Souders, 77, of Carlisle, passed away on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at UPMC Carlisle.

He was born April 13, 1946, in Carlisle. Bill was raised by the late Grace LeDane McLaughlin.

He was a 1964 graduate of Carlisle High School. Bill enjoyed a long career with AMP / TYCO. During his time with the company, he traveled to many places...

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