Obituaries
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
Colonel Charles “Chuck” Toomey Jr. of Mechanicsburg, PA passed away peacefully on January 9th, 2025 at the age of 67. He is survived by his son, Captain Charles Toomey III, US Army (wife Jordan) of Fort Lee, VA; his former spouse Linda Toomey of Bluffton, SC; siblings Kathleen Harrison of Kent Island, MD; James Toomey of N. Falmouth, MA; and...
David Jablonsky
Jan 9, 2025
Col. (Ret) David Jablonsky of Carlisle, PA. died on January 9, 2025. He was born on July 2, 1938 in the Panama Canal Zone to the late Maj. Gen. Harvey and Dorothy Jablonsky.
David served throughout the United States and had multiple tours in Europe and Vietnam. Awards and decorations included the Silver Star, Purple Heart, Combat Infantry Badge, Ranger Tab,...
Carrie E. Witmer
Jan 9, 2025
Carrie Witmer, of Enola, passed away January 9, 2025, at Holy Spirit Hospital, Camp Hill at the age of 65 while surrounded by her loving family. Born in Harrisburg on April 23, 1959, she was the daughter of the late David M. and Dolores (Garrett) Miller.
Carrie worked as a waitress at several diners in the Cumberland Valley area. She is...
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,...
Katherine King
Dec 28, 2024
Katherine King, of Carlisle, passed away Saturday, December 28, 2024 at UPMC Carlisle Hospital at the age of 89. Born in Marion, IN on December 10, 1935 she was the daughter of the late John H. and Ethel M. (Townsend) Long. She was the loving wife of Jackie “Jack” L. King, with whom she celebrated 70 years of marriage.
After spending...
Jeffrey "Jeff" R. Danshaw
Dec 27, 2024
Jeffrey Roger Danshaw, of Carlisle, passed away at his residence on Friday, December 27, 2024 at the age of 70. Born on March 13, 1954 in Washington, PA he was the son of the late William W. and Virginia Lee (Freed) Danshaw. He was the husband of Margaretta (Nead) Danshaw, with whom he shared 42 years of marriage.
Immediately after graduating...
Kaleb "Flint" Izaiah Fulton Delp
Dec 26, 2024
It is with a heavy heart we announce the passing of Kaleb “Flint” Izaiah Fulton Delp.
He was born in Carlisle December 9, 1996 and passed away suddenly in his home December 26,2024.
Kaleb was best known for his larger-than-life personality, his love of laughter and spreading of joy. Always quick with a joke, he had a gift for making people laugh...
Barbara Goodman
Dec 26, 2024
Barbara A. Goodman, 89, of Carlisle, passed away on December 26th, 2024. Born on September 19th, 1935, in Manhattan, NY, Barbara is the daughter of the late Irma M. Terins.
Barbara was a devoted mother to her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren, and a devoted wife to her late husband of 67 years, James F. Goodman. She was a bubbly and...
Delores E. Burdett
Dec 25, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Delores Burdett, 89, announces her passing at the Sarah A. Todd Memorial Home in Carlisle on December 25, 2024. We are all so indebted to Sarah Todd Nursing Home who have taken such great care of her. She is leaving behind a legacy of warmth and kindness. All that knew her...
Barry Mack
Dec 24, 2024
Barry D. Mack was born on May 8th, 1956. Barry was the youngest son of James and Irene Mack. He is survived in death by his brother, Winford B. Mack, who resides in Alabama, along with many relatives all over the United States. Barry deeply loved his children: Sefra Mack, Evan Mack, and his wife, Heidi, Drew Mack, Morgan Burns,...
Maren R. Alexis Tomkiel
Dec 24, 2024
The Reverend Maren Rae Alexis Tomkiel passed away peacefully on December 24, 2024 at the age of 70. Born on June 7, 1954, she was the daughter of The Reverend E. Jerome Alexis and Marjorie Alexis.
Maren grew up in the northern suburbs of Pittsburgh. She was a graduate of Thiel College where she studied Spanish and elementary education. Her career...
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