Obituaries

Nov 2, 2021

Larry J. Walters, 56, of Carlisle, passed away on Tuesday, November 2, 2021, at UPMC West Shore Hospital. He was born January 12, 1965, in Carlisle to Juliana (Harder) Walters of Carlisle and the late James L. Walters. Larry loved the outdoors. In his free time, he enjoyed kayaking, fishing, camping and hiking. He loved to cook and was especially...

Nov 1, 2021

Walton H. Craig Jr., 84, of Harrisburg and formerly of Long Island, NY, passed away on Monday, November 1, 2021, at UPMC Harrisburg. He was born November 14, 1936, in Brooklyn, NY to the late Walton H. Sr. and Charlotte (Bennett) Craig. Walton honorably served his country in the US Navy during the Korean Conflict. He was formerly the proprietor...

Oct 30, 2021

Irene H. Cromer, 97, of Carlisle, PA, passed away on Saturday, October 30, 2021, at the Thornwald Home. She was born August 28, 1924, in Staunton, VA to the late Clearance E. and Bessie E. (Woods) Johnson. She worked for the former C.H. Masland Co. during WW II and was also previously employed by the former McCoy’s Electronics and JC...

Oct 30, 2021

William Russell “Bill” “J.R.” Hoffman Jr., 74, of Carlisle, passed away on Saturday, October 30, 2021, at Manor Care Health Services, Carlisle. He was born June 20, 1947, in Carlisle to the late William Sr. and Olive Naomi (Gamber) Hoffman. Bill was a member of Grace Baptist Church, Carlisle. He was a car enthusiast who attended nearly every Carlisle car...

Oct 29, 2021

Mary C. Neidigh, age 91, of Carlisle, PA, passed away Friday, October 29, 2021, at Claremont Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was born January 29, 1930, in Silver Spring Township to the late J. Frank and Fianna (Fuller) Sheriff. Mary was a member of St. Mary’s United Methodist Church in Bloserville. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, and spending time with her...

Oct 29, 2021

Pierrette B. LeClair, 93, a resident of Cumberland Crossings in Carlisle PA, passed away on Friday October 29, 2021. She was the wife of the late Rene M. LeClair, her husband of nearly 62 years, who passed away on May 31, 2012. She was born November 26, 1927, in New Bedford, MA, daughter of the late John L. and Georgianna...

Oct 28, 2021

Teresa Marie Sauter, 56, of Carlisle, passed away on Thursday, October 28, 2021, at her home. She was born December 2, 1964, in Argyle, ME. Teresa spent over 30 years in her career as a CNA, helping and caring for others. She spoke of the many times she proudly and lovingly led them to their home in Heaven. Teresa is...

Oct 28, 2021

John ”Jarrett” Randolph IV, 43, passed away on Thursday, October 28, 2021, at his home in Carlisle, PA. He was born in Pittsburgh, PA to Kathleen (Andrews) Randolph, currently of Brentwood, NH; and the late John J. Randolph III. Jarrett was a graduate of Philips Exeter Academy in Exeter, NH. He then attended the University of Texas, Austin, TX, where...

Oct 27, 2021

Oct 26, 2021

Marie A. Minter, 85, of Lakeland, FL, passed away on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, at UPMC Carlisle. She was born January 25, 1936, in Carlisle to the late Harvey and Ruth Nickey. She worked many years as a customer service representative for Sprint before retiring to Florida. Marie enjoyed the beach, NASCAR and going out every morning for coffee with...

Oct 25, 2021

Alice I. Gutshall, age 84, of Carlisle, PA passed away at her home on Monday, October 25, 2021. She was born May 12, 1937 in Shermans Dale to the late Clarence D. and Mabel F. (Miller) McAlister. She enjoyed shopping, playing the slots at her favorite casinos, cooking and bowling. Alice most especially cherished the time she spent with her...

Oct 24, 2021

Douglas E. Wilhelm, Sr., 74, of Carlisle, passed away on Sunday, October 24, 2021 at his home with his loving family by his side. He was born July 11, 1947 in Troy, NY to the late Thomas William and Ruth Frances (Eaton) Wilhelm. He was a 1965 graduate of Troy High School in Troy, NY. Doug enjoyed a 27-year career...

Oct 23, 2021

William E. Nickey, Sr., 67, of Carlisle, passed away on Saturday, October 23, 2021 at his home with his loving wife by his side. He was born March 22, 1954 in Newville to the late Harvey and Ruth (Turner) Nickey. Bill was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother. His family meant everything to him and there was always a...

Oct 20, 2021

Wendy S. Shoap, age 47, of Carlisle, PA passed away Wednesday, October 20, 2021. She was born January 11, 1974, in Carlisle to Harry G. and Phyllis A. (Whisler) Weaver. In addition to her parents, Wendy is survived by her husband Paul E. Shoap, III; daughters Kami A. Kump and husband Matthew and Kayla E. Durf and husband Dustin; stepson...

Oct 20, 2021

Paul L. Strickler of Carlisle, Pennsylvania, passed away October 20, 2021. Born April 18, 1929, in Boiling Springs to Lawrence and Nellie Strickler, Paul graduated from Boiling Springs High School in 1947 and Dickinson College in 1951. He went on to serve two years in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Paul’s distinguished career began in 1953 when he...

Oct 19, 2021

Gregory Patrick “Greg” Lanham, 38, of Carlisle, passed away on Tuesday, October 19, 2021, at UPMC Carlisle. He was born February 15, 1983, in Carlisle to Billy Gene and Beverly Ann (Buechley) Lanham. Greg was a 2001 graduate of Carlisle Area High School. He was a big sports fan who especially loved all Pittsburgh and Penn State teams. Greg enjoyed...

Oct 19, 2021

Ricky A. Wallace, 61, of Carlisle, passed away on Tuesday, October 19, 2021, at his home. He was born September 6, 1960, in Carlisle to Rogene (Baker) Wallace of Carlisle and the late Fran L. Wallace. Ricky was a 1979 graduate of Carlisle Area High School. He loved the outdoors and spent most of his free time hunting, fishing, and...

Oct 17, 2021

Edna M. Shepler, 88, passed away to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She died peacefully on Sunday, October 17, 2021 at her home in Carlisle. She fought a debilitating condition in her later elderly days. Edna was born on February 8, 1933 in Benton Harbor, Michigan to parents Walter and Augusta Schilling who were fruit growers. They...

Oct 16, 2021

Mary Ellen Failor, 82, of Carlisle, passed away on October 16, 2021, at her home. She was born May 27, 1939, in Mechanicsburg to the late Paul and Betty (Barclay) Whitzel. Mary retired from Dickinson College after 27 years of employment. She is survived by four loving children, Sherry Lee (husband Brent) McMillen of Loysville, Suzanne Marie Lorrin (husband Sigmund...

Oct 13, 2021

James (Jim) Otstot, 99, passed away October 13, 2021, at Messiah Village, Mechanicsburg. He is survived by his beloved wife of 76 years, Mildred (Millie) Otstot. Born in 1922 in Carlisle, Jim was the son of the late Harry and Eva Otstot. After Jim graduated from the vocational woodworking program at Carlisle High School in 1940, he began working as...