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Arthur Good Shopf
Arthur Good Shopf, 79, of Felton, passed away on Wednesday, November 1, 2017. He was the husband of Diane Forney Shopf, with whom he celebrated their 48th wedding anniversary on August 16, 2017. He was born in Columbia, son of the late Paul W. and Ruth Good Shopf. He was a school teacher, having taught at Eastern York High School and at the Lancaster Vo-Tech (CTC) in Brownstown, Willow Street, and Mount Joy. He was a graduate of Columbia High School, Class of 1957 where he participated in the Marching Band and Track; was a Professional Horse Trainer for 20 years; a former member of St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, Mountville; and was a CDL Instructor, having helped start the Mount Joy CTC Truck Driving School. He enjoyed spending a lot of time, since his childhood, at his island cottage on the Susquehanna River.
Surviving in addition to his wife, two daughters: Christa S. (Matthew J. M.) Blake, Wrightsville; and Julie L. (Randall W.) Dabler, York. One sister: Jane S. (Monroe) Stoltzfus, Ephrata.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at St. John’s United Church of Christ, 168 North Main Street, Red Lion, on Sunday, November 5, 2017 at 3:00 P.M. with Pastor David D. Tietje, officiating. Private interment in Silver Spring Cemetery. Kindly omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: the Columbia Food Bank, 340 Locust St., Columbia, PA 17512. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Columbia/Mountville. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.
Curtis L. Duke
Curtis L. Duke, 43, of Lancaster, passed away on Friday, October 27, 2017 at Hospice and Community Care, Mount Joy. He was born in Lancaster, son of Thomas L. and Joanne Drybred Duke, of Lancaster. He was an actor having worked for various community projects, including the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire, York Little Theater, and By the Seat of Your Pants. He was a member of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church. Curtis was a Boy Scout, having obtained the rank of Eagle Scout with Troop #83 and was a graduate of Susquehanna University.
Surviving in addition to his parents, one sister: Christina A. D. (Kevin S.) Ganz. One nephew: Caleb H. Ganz. One niece: Lillian K. Ganz.
The Celebration of Life Service will be held at Zoetropolis, 315 West James Street, Lancaster, on Saturday, November 4, 2017 from 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Private interment will be in Mountville Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: Hospice and Community Care, PO Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.
Gerald C. Koons
Gerald C. Koons, 94, of Columbia, passed away on Thursday, October 26, 2017 at Zerbe Retirement Community. He was the companion of Sarah L. Ward. He was born in Bainbridge, son of the late Ralph M. and Mabel Koons. Gerald was a Custodian for ITT Grinnell, Columbia before his retirement and was a veteran of the US Army, serving during WWII. He was a member of the VFW, and he enjoyed hunting, and gardening. Gerald was the last of his immediate family.
Surviving is his companion: Sarah L. Ward
The Funeral Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 31 South Eighth St., Columbia on Thursday, November 2, 2017 at 1:00 P.M. Interment in Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens with Full Military Honors. Friends may call at the funeral home from 12:00 Noon to 1:00 P.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: the Alzheimer's Association, 2595 Interstate Dr., Harrisburg, PA 17110. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.
Edna K. Ginder
Edna K. Ginder, 96, formerly of Mount Joy, passed away peacefully at Landis Homes on Monday, October 30, 2017. She was the wife of Jacob S. Ginder, with whom she celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary on September 4, 2017. She was born in West Hempfield Township, daughter of the late Elmer S. and Esther M. Minnich Kreider. Edna was the oldest member of Mountville Mennonite Church where she had been a member since 1933. She enjoyed her grandchildren, flowers, birds (Cardinals), visiting family and friends, singing with the Moments of Glad Tidings Chorus, and she faithfully served her husband and children, helping them for many years on their family farms.
Surviving in addition to her husband, one son: Nelson K. Ginder, husband of Mary (Harnish) Ginder, Mount Joy. Two daughters: Ruth, wife of Merrill Borntrager, Mount Joy and Arlene, wife of David Keller, East Berlin. Two grandsons. Ten granddaughters. Twelve great-grandchildren. Three sisters: Dorothy Ruppert (the late William Ruppert); Betty Funk (the late Curtis Funk); Arlene Kreider. One brother: Lester Kreider (Laura Mae). In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one brother: Melvin Kreider (the late Anna Mary Boll) and one sister: Esther Landis (the late Daniel Landis).
The Family would like to thank the staff at Landis Homes, and Hospice and Community Care for the support shown to them.
The Funeral Service will be held at Mountville Mennonite Church, 205 Froelich Avenue, Mountville, on Saturday, November 4, 2017 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Jim Laverty, and Pastor Philip L. Shertzer, officiating. Interment in Crossroads Brethren in Christ Cemetery. Friends may call at East Bethany Chapel, at Landis Homes, 1001 East Oregon Road, Lititz, PA 17543 on Friday from 6:30 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. and also at the church on Saturday, from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: the Caring Fund at Landis Homes. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.
Kathleen D. Hynicka (Cooke)
Kathleen D. Hynicka (Cooke) peacefully passed away with her family at her bedside on Tuesday, October 24, 2017, at the age of 61. Kathleen was born in New Jersey to Harry G. Cooke and Dorothy T. Cooke (Sharry) and raised in Totowa Boro. She attended Passaic Valley High School in Little Falls and then received her B.A. degree in Social Work at Albright College in Reading, PA, where she met her husband of 37 years, Steven F. Hynicka. She served the elderly as a Social Worker in Pennsylvania with the Office of Aging in Reading, Conestoga View Nursing Home in Lancaster, Lancashire Terrace in Neffsville, and Willow Valley Retirement Communities in Willow Street.
She is survived by her husband, Steven, of West Hempfield, PA; her daughter Lauren M. Hynicka, wife of H. Thomas Berlin Jr., and their two wonderful children, Landon and Madison, of Towson, MD; her son Justin D. Hynicka and his wife Kristina G. Hopkins of Arlington, VA; and her brother Harry G. Cooke, Jr., of West Henrietta, NY.
In the words of her two-year-old granddaughter, Kathleen was an amazing nana (grandmother), mother, wife, sister and daughter. She left us too soon, but we are thankful for the time we were given. May she rest in peace in our Lord’s House.
A memorial service is scheduled for 1:30 PM Saturday, November 4, 2017, at St Paul’s Lutheran Church, 222 North George St., Millersville PA. Family and Friends will be received at the Church for visitation between 12:30 P.M. and 1:30 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to: the Scleroderma Foundation, 300 Rosewood Dr. Suite 106, Danvers, MA 01923 http://www.scleroderma.org or The Lancaster County Conservancy, 117 S West End Ave. Lancaster PA 17603 http://lancasterconservancy.org/ Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.
Charles A. Misal
Charles A. Misal, 90, of Columbia, passed away on Wednesday, October 25, 2017 at home, peacefully with his loving family by his side. He was the husband of Josephine M. Fritz Misal with whom he celebrated their 69th wedding anniversary on April 21, 2017. He was born in Columbia, son of the late Charles A. and Myrtle Lowe Misal. He was a foundry worker, having worked for Donegal Steel, Marietta for 16 years, and Caterpillar, Inc., York for 18 years before his retirement in 1989. He was a Veteran of the US Navy, serving during WWII and the Korean Conflict. He was of the Protestant faith; very active in Boy Scouts; was a Scout Master for Troop 113, Silver Spring; enjoyed going to and boating on the Susquehanna River; puttering; tinkering with things; and his family.
Surviving in addition to his wife, four children: Carl A. (Sharon E.) Misal; Carol A. (James L.) Martin; Bruce A. Misal, all of Columbia; and Bonnie L. (the late David H., Sr.) Aulthouse, Mount Joy. Fourteen grandchildren. Twenty-three great-grandchildren. Two great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one son: Charles W. Misal, Sr.; baby boy Misal; one grandson: Charles W. Misal, Jr.; one granddaughter: Stephanie Misal Lefever; three brothers: William, Melvin, and Gordon Misal; and one sister: Margaret Misal.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 31 South Eighth Street, Columbia on Monday, October 30, 2017 at 11:00 A.M. with Rev. David C. Powers, officiating. Interment in Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens, with Full Military Honors. Friends may call from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: Columbia Presbyterian Church, 360 Locust St., Columbia, PA 17512 or Compassionate Care Hospice, 1513 Cedar Cliff Dr., Suite 100, Camp Hill, PA 17011. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.
Arlene S. Gaul
Arlene S. Gaul, 87, formerly of East Petersburg, passed away on Wednesday, October 25, 2017 at her residence, at Pleasant View Retirement Community. She was the wife of the late Burnell M. Gaul, who passed away in 2008. She was born in Manor Township, daughter of the late Aaron R. and Cora Sangery Breneman. Arlene was a School Bus Driver for Getz Brothers for many years before her retirement. She was a member of Hempfield United Methodist Church. She enjoyed visiting and going out to eat with family and friends, and traveling.
She is survived by her children, Donald B. (Virginia) Gaul, Landisville; Donna M. (Allen) Carle, Allentown; and Carol (Barry) Sheaffer-Hayes, Lancaster. Three grandchildren. Eight great-grandchildren. One brother: Jay W. Breneman, Manor Twp. She was preceded in death by one sister and four brothers.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville on Saturday, October 28, 2017 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Don Price, officiating. Interment in Silver Spring Cemetery. There will be no public viewing, however, visitation will be held from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Pleasant View Retirement Community, Benevolent Fund, 544 N. Penryn Rd., Manheim, PA 17545. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.
Gregory B. Douglas, Sr.
Gregory B. Douglas, Sr., 63, of Columbia, passed away on Friday, October 20, 2017. He was the husband of Janean L. Pettis Douglas, to whom he was married for 45 years. He was born in Columbia, son of Emma V. Lewis Douglas and the late Gene C. Douglas, Sr. He was the co-owner/operator of Douglas Brothers. He enjoyed NASCAR, especially Dale Earnhardt, Sr. and Jr.; going to the York Fair; going to car shows; street rods; tinkering in his garage; the weekends, when he got together with his friends in the garage; and his family, especially his grandchildren.
Surviving in addition to his wife and mother, one son: Gregory B. Douglas, Jr. Two grandsons: Tyler and Jackson Douglas. One brother: Gene C. “Butch” Douglas, Jr. Two sisters: Debra A. (Bela) Elek; and Sherry L. (Jen Eck) Douglas.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville on Thursday, October 26, 2017 at 11:00 A.M. Interment in Silver Spring Cemetery. Friends may call from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: Hospice and Community Care, PO Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.
Robert G. Peters
Robert G. Peters, 90, of Manor Township, passed away on Friday, October 20, 2017 at Hospice and Community Care, Mount Joy. Bob was born in Manor Twp., son of the late Earl C. and May A. Brown Peters. He was a carpenter, having worked for Wilson’s and Nissley Bridge Builders, working at Bear Creek Dam and various school projects. He attended Central Manor Church of God; was a veteran of the US Army Air Corps, serving during WWII. Bob enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, planes, steam engines, and attending the yearly Threshermen’s Reunion at Kinzer’s.
He is survived by his sisters: Janet Yoder, Mountville; and Aletha (Joel) Groff, Hellam. One brother: Kenneth (Gayle) Peters, Washington Boro. Also, numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by four brothers: Earl, Donald, Richard, and V. Allen Peters.
The Funeral Service will be held at Central Manor Church of God, 387 Penn Street, Washington Boro, PA 17582 on Tuesday, October 24, 2017 at 10:00 A.M. with Pastor Scott Davis, officiating. Interment in Silver Spring Cemetery with Full Military Honors. Friends may call at the church from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: Hospice and Community Care, or Central Manor Church of God. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.
Annelise Esperanza Silveira
Annelise Esperanza Silveira, infant daughter of Abel M. and Tiffany N. Ritter Silveira, of Lancaster, passed away on Friday, October 13, 2017 at Women and Babies Hospital.
Surviving in addition to her parents, paternal grandparents: David J. and Marilyn J. Silveira, Dagsboro, DE. Maternal grandmother: Kathryn H. Ritter, Emmaus, PA. She was preceded in death by maternal grandfather: Jeffrey L. Ritter.
The Funeral Service will be held at Millersville Bible Church, 1940 New Danville Pike, Lancaster on Friday, October 27, 2017 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Todd McAllister, officiating. Interment will be private. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Friends of Angels, PO Box 152, Willow Street, PA 17584 http://friendsofangelspa.org/ or CURE International, 774 Limekiln Road, New Cumberland, PA 17070 https://cure.org/. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.
Clair A. Kendig
Clair A. Kendig, 82, of Millersville, passed away on Sunday, October 8, 2017 at Lancaster General Hospital. He was the husband of Geraldine J. Groff Kendig with whom he would have celebrated their 61st wedding anniversary on December 1, 2017. He was born in Lancaster, son of the late Charles H. and Mae E. Rhoades Kendig. He worked as an upholsterer for Flex Steel prior to driving school bus and working as the Head Building Custodian at Hambright Elementary School for 30 years before retiring in 1990. Following retirement, he worked for Office Works. Clair was a member of Kready Avenue Evangelical CongregationalChurch and attended Central Manor Church of God. He loved gardening, his 1970 Economy Tractor, Chevy trucks, woodworking, going to Roots Market and Flea Market, Dairy Queen for banana splits, tinkering on small engines, and watching old Western programs including John Wayne and the Lone Ranger. Clair was always eager to lend a helping hand to others.
Surviving in addition to his wife, one son: Jeffrey M. (Judy A.) Kendig, Lancaster. Two granddaughters: Kimberly S. (John) Martin, Strasburg; and Amy M. (Perry) Tolos, Longwood, FL. Four great-grandchildren: Makenna and Kaylee Martin; and Nolan and Nychole Tolos. One brother: Larry V. (Shirley) Kendig, Wrightsville. He was preceded in death by one brother: Charles Kendig, and one sister: Gladys Barley.
The Funeral Service will be held at Central Manor Church of God, 387 Penn Street, Washington Boro, PA 17582, on Thursday, October 12, 2017 at 10:00 A.M. with Pastor Gretchen Madea and Rev. Pat Bear, officiating. Interment in Millersville Mennonite Cemetery. Friends may call at the church from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial Contributions may be made in his memory to: Central Manor Church of God or Crown of Life Fellowship, 610 E. Main St., Mount Joy, PA 17552. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.
Mary Elizabeth Fisher
Mary Elizabeth Fisher, 92, of St. Anne’s Retirement Community, passed away on Thursday, October 5, 2017 at her residence. She was the wife of the late Daniel S. Fisher, III, who passed away on October 5, 1990. She was born in Lancaster, daughter of the late Jacob F. Haas and Loretta Abel Haas Barthold Myers. She was a waitress for many years at the BPOE #134, Lancaster. Mary was a member of Concordia Evangelical Lutheran Church where she did quilting, and enjoyed flowers, needle work, and embroidery.
She is survived by her children: Daniel L. (Diane L.) Fisher, Lancaster; Frederick W. (Kathleen Snider) Fisher, Furlong, PA; Gayle L. (Kenneth D.) Peters, Washington Boro; and Byron S. (Mary E.) Fisher, Columbia. Ten grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. Niece: Pamela Duke, Fayetteville, NC. She was preceded in death by a grandson: Daniel W. Fisher, and one brother: John Barthold.
The Funeral Service will be held at Concordia Evangelical Lutheran Church, 3825 Concordia Rd., Columbia, PA 17512 on Monday, October 9, 2017 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Mary Anne Kingsborough, officiating. Interment in the adjoining church cemetery. Friends may call from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Concordia Evangelical Lutheran Church. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Columbia/Mountville. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.
Charlotte M. Thomas
Charlotte M. Thomas, 79, of Conestoga View, devoted and loving daughter, sister, wife, mother, and friend, passed away on Saturday, September 16, 2017 with her loving family by her side. She was born in York, daughter of the late Harold L. and Bertha Leipart Shenberger. Charlotte attended First Baptist Church, loved animals, especially her dogs, and music. She loved her family, enjoying cooking for and taking care of them.
She is survived by her children: Sharon L. (Melvin) Brooks, Dillsburg; Coy L. (Jenifer) Thomas, Jr., Millersville; Vickie E. (Bruce) Jones, Elizabethtown; Bradley E. (Rhonda) Thomas, Conestoga; Brian K. (Paula) Thomas, Holtwood; Daryl M. (Dianna) Thomas, Columbia; and Jodi L. (Bradley) Thompson, Conestoga. Eleven grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. One sister: Thelma J. Hunter, Mechanicsburg.
The Family would like to thank the staff at Conestoga View for the compassion and loving care shown to them.
A Private Service will be held for the family. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Charlotte M. Thomas Memorial Fund, c/o First Baptist Church, 612 N. Duke St., Lancaster, PA 17602 or the Alzheimer’s Association, 2595 Interstate Dr., Suite 100, Harrisburg, PA 17110. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.
Mark L. Fischer
Mark L. Fischer, 29, of Columbia, went to be with his Lord, on Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at home. He was born in Lancaster, son of Perry D. Fischer, Columbia and Deborah S. Clark, Wrightsville. He worked as a tree remover for Green's Tree Service, Elizabethtown. He enjoyed fishing, motorcycles, working on cars, and spending time with his two daughters.
Surviving in addition to his parents, two daughters: Madison and Makenna Fischer. His companion: Kierston E. Marvel. Paternal grandmother: Harriet Horn. Maternal grandmother: Shirley Clark. Five brothers: Perry Fischer, Jr., Gary Fischer, Dean Fischer, Jeffrey Fischer, and Scott Fischer. Seven sisters: Jennifer Clark, Pamela Fischer, Lis Fischer, Christine Fischer, Trisha Towles, Renee Cruz, and Abbey Wholaver. Also, numerous nieces and nephews.
The Family would like to thank everyone who contributed towards Mark reaching his final place of rest.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 31 South Eighth Street, Columbia, on Tuesday, September 19, 2017 at 12:00 Noon with Pastor Charles A. Deutsch, officiating. Final place of rest will be in Mellinger Mennonite Cemetery. Friends may call at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc. from 11:00 AM to 12:00 Noon. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.
Dorothy E."Dottie" Aulthouse Kopp
Dorothy Elizabeth Kopp, 95 years young, passed away on Sunday, September 10, 2017 at Masonic Village surrounded by her family and dear friends. Dottie, formerly of Columbia, and Lancaster, was the daughter of the late George C. Aulthouse and Elizabeth Steffy Aulthouse Mease, and step-daughter of Harry K. Mease. Dottie was a 1940 graduate of Columbia High School, where she served as Class Secretary in her Junior and Senior years. She enjoyed many school clubs, and was also a cheerleader in her Senior year. She was a 70 year member of Otterbein United Methodist Church where she served as a Sunday School teacher for many years, as well as serving on other church committees. Dottie will be greatly remembered for her service as Director of the Otterbein UMC Senior Citizens Group, for 35 years. She planned and accompanied her seniors on many trips and activities through the years (and even toted her granddaughters along on occasion). Dottie was one of the first Girl Scout Leaders in Manheim Township; was a Counselor at Children’s Camp at Mt. Gretna; and later served as Director of Senior Camp at Gretna Glen. In addition to her service to others, she had an interesting working career. She was a well-known teller for Farmer’s First Bank and Bank of Lancaster County, where her customers (and their pets, who knew Dottie had treats) looked forward to seeing her at the teller window. She later worked for the Cashiering and Admission’s Departments at Franklin and Marshall College, Watt & Shand Department Store, and eventually retired from the former St. Joseph Hospital. After retiring, she moved back “home” to Columbia where she and her many friends enjoyed each other’s comradery at St. Peter’s Apartments, where she lived through 2015.
Dottie is survived by her daughter: Marilyn J. McKain, Landisville. Her son: Mark R. (Becky) Kopp, East Petersburg. Her son-in-law: Howard Mundorf, Lancaster. Her nephew: Michael (Sharon) Fritz, Mount Joy. She is also survived by her dearly loved grandchildren: Tedd (Sharon) McKain, Raleigh, NC; Doug (Susan) McKain, Lititz; Gay Erb, Lancaster; Jill McKain, Manheim; Matthew (Natalie) Mundorf, Lancaster; Angela McKain, Mountville; Julie (Mark) Boldizar, Lancaster; and Alexander (fiancé: Laura Gathercole) Kopp, Rosedale, MD. Thirteen cherished great-grandchildren. Five great-great-grandchildren. Two great nieces and their families. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter: Karen S. Mundorf. Son-in-law: George “Ted” McKain. Her sister: Betty Jane Fritz.
A Time of Remembrance will be held at Otterbein United Methodist Church, 20 East Clay Street, Lancaster, PA 17602 on FRIDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2017 from 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Private interment in Mountville Cemetery. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Otterbein United Methodist Church. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Columbia/Mountville. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.
Mary Belle Schauer
Mary Belle Thomas Schauer, of Lancaster, was called home by her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Thursday, September 7, 2017. She was the wife of the late Wilbert E. “Bill” Schauer, to whom she was married for over 60 years before he passed away on March 2, 2009. She was born in Springfield, OH, daughter of Howard W. and Agnes G. Steele Thomas, formerly of Holtwood. Her father was a native of the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia and her mother of Springfield, OH and she was raised in the Shenandoah Valley and then was a resident of Lancaster County for many years. She was a professional tour guide for many years and trained for four Pennsylvania Counties and Delaware where she enjoyed the people and the history. Mary Belle’s high school album referred to her as “Skylark” and always looking for the ‘’up” side of life. She attended classes at Lancaster Bible College, three years home-study from Rhema Bible College, and many other courses of the Bible. She had been a member of the Worship Center for over 20 years, and was involved in the Children’s Ministry for over 12 years. She was a member of Zion Church of Millersville, and loved God and his word.
She is survived by two sons: Thomas E. Schauer, Ontario, Canada; and Gerald W. (Sharon) Schauer, Lancaster. One daughter: Sandra Lee (Steve) Sacoolas, Granite Bay, CA. Seven grandchildren. Seven great-grandchildren. Four great-great-grandchildren. One sister: June Weidman, Conestoga. She was preceded in death by four brothers: Stanley, Marvin, George, and Albert. One sister: Helen.
The Funeral Service will be held at Zion Church of Millersville, 317 North George Street, Millersville, PA 17551 on Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at 11:00 A.M. with Rev. Stephen P. Cote, officiating. Private interment for the family in Quarryville Cemetery. Friends may call at the church from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. for the saying of “So Long, until we meet in heaven”. (God’s Children never have to say goodbye.) In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to: Zion Church of Millersville. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.
Verna I. Keeport
Verna I. Keeport, 99, of the Mennonite Home and lifelong resident of Manor Township, passed away on Thursday, September 7, 2017 at her residence. She was the wife of the late Amos H. Keeport, who passed away on September 15, 1995. She was born in Manor Twp., daughter of the late Martin G. and Ida Harnish Sauder. Verna was the oldest member of Millersville Mennonite Church. She enjoyed flowers, plants, and doing jigsaw and word-search puzzles. Verna was concerned about other people and helping them in any way she could.
She is survived by her children: Grace I. (Assefa) Haile; Evelyn R. Mellinger; Robert E. (Linda M.) Keeport; and Anna Mae (Marvin) Fultz. Nine grandchildren. Fifteen great-grandchildren. Two great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one son: Amos S. Keeport. Two brothers and four sisters.
The Funeral Service will be held at Millersville Mennonite Church, 437 Manor Ave., Millersville on Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastors Wesley and Millie Penner, officiating. Interment in the adjoining church cemetery. Friends may call at the church from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: the Mennonite Home Benevolent Fund. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.
Ronald J. Crockett
Ronald J. Crockett, 76, of Lancaster, passed away on Wednesday, September 6, 2017 at Hospice and Community Care, Mount Joy. He was the husband of Erma B. Hetrick Crockett, with whom he celebrated their 48th wedding anniversary on August 23, 2017. He was born in Loysville, son of the late Charles H. and Annabelle Ricedorf Crockett. He was a custom cabinet maker for Signature Custom Cabinets, Ephrata, and was an over-the-road truck driver. Ron was a veteran of the US Army and he enjoyed word search puzzles, riding motorcycles, and dining out.
Surviving in addition to his wife, his siblings: Gary Crockett, Paul (Terri) Ickes, Pauline Ickes, Larry (Carol) Ickes, David Ickes, Tina Ickes, Vicky Ickes, and Terry Ickes. One foster sister: Elizabeth Waltman. Several nieces and nephews.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville on Monday, September 11, 2017 at 11:00 A.M. with Rev. David A. Thomann, officiating. Interment in Mountville Cemetery. Friends may call from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: Hospice and Community Care. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.
MaLeah Belle Axe
MaLeah Belle Axe, infant daughter of Bernard S. Axe, Jr. and Milagros Ortiz Waters both of Columbia, passed away on Saturday, September 2, 2017 at Women and Babies Hospital.
Surviving in addition to her parents, her siblings: Miracle M. Jones; Bernard S. Axe, III; Leaira A. Axe; James F. Green, IV; and Madison M. Green. Paternal grandmother: Shelley A. Schneider. Paternal Grandparents: Bernard S. (Mary) Axe, Sr.
Graveside Service and Burial will be held at Mellinger Mennonite Cemetery on Saturday, September 9, 2017 at 11:00 A.M. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Columbia/Mountville. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.