Obituaries

Feb 17, 2025

Barry Eugene Riddle, 87, of Hanover, PA, passed away surrounded by his loving family on February 17, 2025. He was the loving husband of Yvonne "Bonnie" (Stambaugh) Riddle for 64 years. Born June 15, 1937, in Harrisonburg, VA, he was the devoted son of the late Raymond Sr. and Blanche (Wine) Riddle.

Barry loved to spend time with his family and...

Feb 7, 2025

P. David Walker, age 78, died at home on February 7, 2025 in Carlisle PA.

David was born on October 16,1946 in Gap, PA (which he referred to as “the wilds of Lancaster County”). He was named Peter David Walker, but was always known as David or Dave. He graduated from Pequea Valley High School and Lebanon Valley College. David worked...

Feb 4, 2025

Feb 3, 2025

William "Bill" Ralph Condit Porter, 84, of Mt. Airy, Maryland, died on Friday, February 3, 2025 at his home.

Born June 5, 1940 in New Milford, Connecticut, he was the son of the late Fred Howard Porter, Jr. and Marjori (Matthew) Porter.

Bill was a graduate of Millbrook High School in Raleigh, North Carolina. He graduated from USAF Academy in Colorado in...

Jan 31, 2025

Christina Marie Gue, 49, of Hanover, PA., passed away surrounded by her loving family on January 31, 2025.

Born September 22, 1975, in Baltimore, MD., she was the loving daughter of Mary (Smardon) and the late Carl Raymond Gue.

Christina loved reading, watching movies, shopping, doing crafts, and listening to music.

In addition to her mother, Christina is survived by her aunts, Anna...

Jan 30, 2025

Jan 30, 2025

Jackie W. Laughman, Sr., 84, of New Oxford, PA, passed away unexpectedly on January 30, 2025. 

Born September 6, 1940, in Hanover, PA, he was the devoted son of the late John and Dorothy R. Laughman.

Jackie was an avid hunter, fisherman, and sports fan who was a member of the Yellow Breeches Anglers, McSherrystown Fish & Game, and the Green Springs...

Jan 28, 2025

April 3, 1944 - January 28, 2025

Jan 15, 2025

"Family was the most important part of her life"

Rita Marie (Ardisson) (Troy) Ireland, 90, formerly of Naugatuck, CT, died peacefully January 15, 2025 at her home. Rita was the widow of Weldon Ireland and the widow of Gerard "Gary" Troy, whom she was married to for 39 years.

Rita was born September 2, 1934 in Turtle Creek, PA a daughter of...

Dec 14, 2024

Martin Richard "Rick" Rhodes, 78, of Thurmont, MD died on December 14, 2024 after an 8 year battle with cancer.

Born on November 11, 1946 in Westernport, MD. He was the son of Martin Ellsworth Rhodes and Lola Dorothea Uhl. He served in the US Navy from 1964-1968. Afterwards he did construction work until he retired in 2007.

He was a DEVOTED...

Dec 8, 2024

Hugh Edward Redding, 66, of Taneytown, MD, passed away suddenly on December 8, 2024. He was the loving husband of the late Debra Redding for 34 years. Born August 30, 1958, in Gettysburg, PA, he was the devoted son of the late Henry and Marie (Robertson) Redding.

Hugh, who was known as everybody’s “Little Leprechaun”, was a loving husband, father, grandfather,...

Nov 28, 2024

Gary Lee Kauffman, Sr., passed away at his home on Thursday, November 28, 2024, in Biglerville, Pennsylvania, at the age of 77. 

Born April 8, 1947, in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late George and Mary (Miller) Kauffman.

Gary dedicated 35 years of his career as a glass processor at Pittsburgh Plate Glass Industries (PPG).

Gary engaged in various personal...

Nov 19, 2024

Patrick Michael McGeeney, Sr, 77, of Glenville, PA, passed away unexpectedly on November 19, 2024 at home. He was the loving husband of the late Patricia Geneva McGeeney, who passed away on March 19, 2024. Born March 18, 1947, in Baltimore, MD he was the devoted son of the late Richard and Marie (Starr) McGeeney.

A Celebration of Life will be...

Nov 17, 2024

Allen Ray Shoey, born on August 6, 1935, passed away on November 17, 2024. He was an accomplished veterinarian whose passion for knowledge and commitment to his field made a lasting impact in the community.

Throughout his career, Allen distinguished himself not only as a veterinarian but also as an integral part of the agricultural landscape. He processed state lab work...

Nov 4, 2024

Cathy Marie (Valentine) Warnell, 71, of Hanover, PA, passed away on Monday, November 4, 2024, at her home, while surrounded by her loving family. She was the loving wife of Anthony Warnell for 44 years.

 Born December 17, 1952 in Baltimore, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Ralph and Lucia (Roberto) Valentine. She was also preceded in death by...

Nov 2, 2024

Lynn “Lindsay” Elms Thompson, 81, of Gettysburg, PA passed away unexpectedly on November 2, 2024. She was the loving wife of John Thompson for 11 years. Born August 13, 1943, in St. Louis, Missouri, she was the devoted daughter of the late Earl and Constance (Elms) Killebrew.

Lindsay was a happy, fun loving, outgoing person who loved musical theatre as evident...

Oct 29, 2024

Jeanette Marie Hahn, 58, of Hanover, PA, passed away at home surrounded by her family on October 29, 2024. She was the loving wife of Scott Hahn for 33 years. Born August 14, 1966, in Chicago, Illinois, Jeanette was the devoted daughter of the late Robert and Doris (Sullivan) Sanders.

Jeanette was a fun-loving person who enjoyed swimming, the beach, and...

Oct 26, 2024

Oct 24, 2024

Bernard “Bernie” William Zink, 80, of Hanover, PA, passed away on October 24, 2024. 

He was the loving husband of Connie (Hughes) Zink for 33 years. 

Born November 18, 1943, in Dundalk, MD, he was the devoted son of the late George and Marie (Moore) Zink. 

Bernie was a very, passionate hardworking man who was known to BS with the best of them....

Oct 17, 2024

Dennis Wayne Perry, 70, of Gardners, PA, passed away at his home surrounded by his family on Thursday October 17, 2024. 

Born on December 9,1953 in Nashville, Tennessee, he was the son of the late Ershal Perry & Bertha Florine (Cannon) Perry. 

He is survived by his three sisters, Shirley Darks, of Nashville, TN, Diane Bagwell of Lakeland, FL, Sandra (Pete) Law...