Beverly (Bev) Jean Dippery Gulliver

Beverly (Bev) Jean Dippery Gulliver, 70, of Lancaster, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 8, 2018. She passed away at home surrounded by her loving family and friends. Beverly was born in Lewistown, PA, the oldest daughter of Marguerite and the late V. Eugene Dippery.  Beverly’s passions consisted of playing bingo, spoiling her grandchildren, shopping and collecting Santa’s.  She was a woman of phenomenal strength.  She had an amazing ability to captivate a room with her personality, quick wit, and genuine joy of being surrounded by the ones she loved. Beverly was a devout member of the Silver Spring Baptist Church.  She attended Hempfield High School (Landisville), and worked tirelessly her entire life in various careers and was retired from MXL Industries in Lancaster. 

Beverly leaves behind a husband of 21 years, David G. Gulliver. She was the amazing mother of Donna Feith, Daniel Kauffman, Angela Wentz, wife of Barry Wentz, and Amy Jo Sumpman fiancée of Cari Schmeltzle. Adored grandmother of Dustin Deshong (wife Lindsay), Michael Wentz (wife Jenni), Kate Wentz (companion: Jesse Yurista) Emmi Wentz (fiancée: Drew Snyder), Andrew Sumpman Braas, and Lucylynn Kauffman. Great- granddaughter Lily Deshong. Loving sister to: Bonnie Mummert (husband Frank), Maryjane Walker, Deb Laukhuff (husband Jack), and Becky Wolf (husband Rick). Faithful best friends: Mary Sumpman and Karen Reisinger. 

The Funeral Service will be held at Silver Spring Baptist Church, 4001 Marietta Ave, Columbia, PA 17512, on Tuesday, March 13, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. (Viewing 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M.) In lieu of flowers, contributions in her honor can be made to the Silver Spring Baptist Church Building fund, or Hospice of Lancaster, PO Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Arlene K. Horner

Arlene K. Horner, 90, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 8, 2018 at home. She was the wife of Richard W. Horner, Jr., and had been married for 63 years at the time of his death in 2012.

Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Samuel H. and Reba Mowrer Kauffman and is survived by a sister and brother: Grace K. Sload and Richard L. Kauffman. Her older brother, Robert M. Kauffman, preceded her in death. After graduating from Penn Manor High School in 1945, she was employed by S.H. Kauffman and Watt and Shand. Later, she worked at Central Manor Elementary School and Lancaster Central Market.

Arlene attended and was a member of Central Manor Church of God for over 70 years where she played the piano and taught Sunday School. For the past 15 years she was a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church. A homemaker for most of her married life, she enjoyed making cross-stitch samplers, traveling, bird-watching and planting flowers. She enjoyed cooking and creating a warm and inviting home where she hosted many dinner parties. Most of all, she loved spending time with her family. Her great-granddaughter, and namesake, Caroline Arlene Platt, brought her much joy during the past two years.

She is survived by a son, Richard W. Horner, III, husband of Jolene Horner, Conestoga and a daughter, Karen A., wife of G. Daniel Baughman, Jr., Lancaster. In addition to Caroline, she leaves behind two granddaughters, Megan, wife of Nathan Henderson and Erin, wife of Jamie Platt. She is also survived by a step-granddaughter and two step-great-grandchildren. Arlene will be dearly missed by her children and grandchildren.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Arlene’s Memorial Service on THURSDAY, March 22, 2018 at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2151 Oregon Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601 at 10:30 A.M. with Dr. Michael A. Rogers, officiating. A visitation will be held at the church from 9:30 A.M. to 10:30 A.M. Interment will be private at Masonville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Westminster Presbyterian Church. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

John E. Miller

John E. Miller, 94, of Mountville, passed away on Thursday, February 15, 2018. He was born in Lancaster, son of the late John N. and Anna Bowers Miller. He was a Fire Fighter for the City of Lancaster and a Delivery Truck Driver for Lancaster Electric. John was of the Christian Faith; a Veteran of the US Navy, serving during WWII; a lifetime member of the American Legion Post #34; a lifetime member of Reese-Hall VFW Post #8757; and also enjoyed hunting and fishing.

He is survived by one daughter: Judith Anne Berry, Las Vegas, NV. One son: James N. Miller, Hollywood, FL. Six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson. He was preceded in death by one son: John E. Miller, II.

Grave side service and burial will be held at Riverview Burial Park on Friday, February 23, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. with Full Military Honors. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Pastor Jo Ann Enders

Pastor Jo Ann Enders, 75, of Mountville, passed away on Friday, February 16, 2018. She was the wife of Harold F. Enders with whom she celebrated their 57th wedding anniversary on February 11, 2018. She was born in Salunga, daughter of the late Charles E. and Mary I. Brenner Aument. Pastor Jo Ann served in many churches, most recently at Washington Boro United Methodist Church. She walked with Jesus Christ, who was the source of her love and inspiration.  She shared that great love with her family and the community. She served at and was a member of Mountville Church of the Brethren.  She started the 4-H Club in Mountville.  Through these endeavors she touched many youth, who knew her and her husband as “Mr. and Mrs. E”. Pastor Jo Ann was a member of the Conestoga Herb Guild, and she enjoyed gardening, sewing, rug hooking, knitting, cross stitching, camping, her German Shepherd dogs, and going to the cabin. 
 
Surviving in addition to her husband, her children: Deborah J. (John N.) Albright; Harold F. (Debra J.) Enders, Jr.; and Belinda G. (Christopher M.) Collins, MD, PhD. Four grandchildren: Ryan C. (Ashley); Cory N. (Brittany); Dane A.; and Christina M.  (Alex). Seven great-grandchildren. One brother: Donald (Patricia) Aument.
 
The Funeral Service will be held at the Mountville Church of the Brethren, 60 Clay Street, Mountville on Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 11:00 AM with Rev. Carlene Wolf, officiating. Interment in the adjoining church cemetery. Friends may call at the church on Tuesday from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM and also on Wednesday from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Washington Boro United Methodist Church, 1964 Water St., Washington Boro, PA 17582. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Lorraine Regina (Pierantozzi) Wollaston

Lorraine Regina (Pierantozzi) Wollaston, 87, of Lancaster, passed away on Thursday, February 15, 2018 at her residence. She was the wife of the late James E. Wollaston, Sr. Lorraine was born in New Castle, DE, daughter of the late Piereno and Rose Marcozzi Pierantozzi. She worked as an Administrative Assistant for Chrysler Corporation, Newark, DE; was a member of St. John Neumann Catholic Church; and enjoyed going to the beach at Wildwood, NJ, shopping, and spending time with her family. Lorraine was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

She is survived by her children: Karen A. Wilson; Donna L. Wollaston Reese; James E. (Diane) Wollaston, Jr.; and Janice Wollaston (Companion of Kathy Bobeck). Five grandchildren. Seven great-grandchildren. Sister: Theresa Widdekind. She was preceded in death by sisters: Lena Pierantozzi, and Ann Everett.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 601 East Delp Road, Lancaster, on Thursday, February 22, 2018 at 10:00 A.M. with Rev. Dan Powell, as Celebrant. Final Commendation and Farewell in Indiantown Gap National 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 her memory to: the Dementia Society of America, PO Box 600, Doylestown, PA 18901. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Romaine G. McKinley

Romaine G. McKinley, 88, of Lancaster, passed away on Tuesday, February 13, 2018. She was the wife of Harry J. McKinley with whom she would have celebrated their 48th wedding anniversary on August 31, 2018. She was born in Lancaster, daughter of the late Leroy O. and Carrie F. Peffer Frey. She was a nursing assistant at Lancaster General Hospital for 15 years before her retirement. She attended Trinity Reformed United Church of Christ, Mountville where she taught Sunday School.

Surviving in addition to her husband, one son: Dennis (Jill) Millhouse, Ephrata. Two daughters: Darlene M. Jenkins, Holtwood; and Dawn V. Cover, Lancaster. Four grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two brothers: Harold and Richard Frey, and one sister: Ruth Ressler.

The Funeral Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville on Monday, February 19, 2018 at 2:00 P.M. Interment in Riverview Burial Park. Friends may call from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Hospice and Community Care, PO Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

George H. Francis, PhD

George H. Francis, PhD, 93, Professor Emeritus at Millersville University, passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2018 at his Manor Township home. He was the husband of Edna Francis for 57 years until her death in 2001 and Nancy L. Myers Francis, with whom he celebrated 15 years of marriage. He was born in Ishpeming, MI, son of the late Arthur and Helga Lindhom Francis. George served in the US Army and Air Corps in WWII and saw service in Germany, Belgium, Austria and France. He spent 14 months in the European Theater Operations as a radio operator and tech. George taught at the secondary level in Port Huron, MI, and later taught in Chicago Heights, IL and at Northern Michigan University at Marquette. He earned his doctorate at Southern Illinois University at Carbondale in 1966. He joined Millersville University in 1963 as an Associate Professor of Industrial Arts, where he assisted in founding the first closed circuit television station at Millersville. While at the college, he also worked with three students to build a teaching tool for a physically disabled student. George was an avid Amateur Radio enthusiast and enjoyed attending and rummaging through “good junk” at area Hamfests.

Although he was a man of many accomplishments, his main goal was to provide his family with the best possible life. He was always ready to provide a helping hand to anyone who needed it. His humor was infectious, and he loved a practical joke, even when it was played on him.

Surviving in addition to his wife are his children: Karen Keiser, Manor Twp.; and Bruce, married to Carol, Austin, TX. Three grandchildren: Ruth Sadd (wife of Ron); Jodi Bencak (wife of Raymond); and Sara Bennett (wife of Wesley). Eight great-grandchildren and 12 great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one grandson: Christopher Gardner and one great-great-grandson: Dawson Waite.

At George’s request, there will be no viewing or traditional service. The family will host an informal gathering honoring George at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville on Saturday, February 17, 2018 from 3:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to: the Central PA Food Bank, c/o Lancaster County Food Pantries, 3908 Corey Road, Harrisburg, PA 17109. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Beatrice Mae O'Connell

Beatrice Mae O’Connell, 88 of Mountville, passed away on Friday, February 2, 2018 at home. She was born in Lancaster, daughter of the late Jacob and Maude Spangler Garman. She was of the Lutheran faith and she loved her family, friends, and her family at Faith Friendship Ministries.

She is survived by two sons: Steven J. (Joan) O’Connell, Urbana, IL; and Randy P. O’Connell, Peach Bottom. Six grandchildren. Eleven great-grandchildren. One brother: Gilbert Garman, Florida. She was preceded in death by six brothers and sisters.

The Funeral Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville, on Saturday, February 10, 2018 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Blake Deibler, officiating. Interment in Rothsville Lutheran Cemetery. Viewing from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Faith Friendship Ministries, 128 W. Main St., PO Box 567, Mountville, PA 17554. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Haydn Samuel Compres

Haydn Samuel Compres, 23, of Marietta, lost his battle with addiction and mental illness on Saturday, January 27, 2018. He was born in Columbia, son of Jonny Compres and Jessica Stoutzenberger. Haydn never wanted to be defined by his struggles. He was a young, bright, gifted man who could light up a room with his smile. He was always quick to make the people that he loved happy. He was a loyal son, brother, grandson, and great-grandson. He loved sharing his passion for fishing with his younger brother, helping his grandparents with landscaping and going to the movies with his sister. He had a thirst for life and experiencing all it had to offer.

Surviving in addition to his parents, siblings: Mariah, Evealice, and Jahzion. Maternal Grandparents: Richard and Christine Stoutzenberger. Paternal grandparents: Lewis and Rosa Jusino. Maternal great-grandmother: Cathryn Henny. And other family members. He was preceded in death by Paternal great-grandparents: Roman Reyes and Josephine Montanez. One little brother: Jahdiel Brannon.

The Funeral Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 31 South Eighth Street, Columbia, on Saturday, February 3, 2018 at 2:00 P.M. Viewing will be from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Roberta W. Peters

“For a mother is the only person on Earth who can divide her love among all her children and each child still have all her love.” Author unknown

Heaven gained another angel on Monday, January 22, 2018, Roberta W. “Bobbie” Peters, who passed away unexpectedly in her 79th year at her residence in Mountville. Bobbie worked as a server most of her life in various restaurants: J.C Penney’s, Woods Edge, Manor Plaza, Willow Valley and most recently, Dutch Apple. She was an amazing woman who loved life and spent each day enjoying it to the fullest. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family and many friends. She greatly enriched her family’s lives by attending at holidays, family get-togethers, milestone achievements, every athletic event, (rain, sleet, or snow), and travels to New York City, the Shore, Cape Cod, Aruba, and Disney World. Bobbie was quite the social butterfly and loved spending her days with her many friends playing cards, eating meals, and chatting. She was an avid Eagles and Phillies fan, and watched every game that she could. She warmly shared her smile with both friends, and strangers and generously had a way of helping people by putting other’s needs before her own. She was a longtime member of Hempfield United Methodist Church.

Bobbie is survived by her daughter: Sherie J. Fisher, Mountville. Sons: Larry Fisher, Landisville; Kent W. (companion: Jane Flemming) Peters, East Petersburg; and Jeffrey S. (Lisa) Peters, Mountville. Grandchildren: Kristin Coleman; Doug Fisher; Colin, Cole, Asher, and Quinn Peters. One brother: David Leas, Lancaster. She was preceded in death by her mother: Violet Neudorff and her son: Lance E. Fisher, Clinton, MD.

Roberta leaves a legacy of many memories, love, kindness, and faith that will continue to live through the many lives she touched.

The Celebration of Life Service will be held at Hempfield United Methodist Church, 3050 Marietta Avenue, Lancaster on Wednesday, January 31, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. Visitation will be held from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: the American Heart Association, 610 Community Way, Lancaster, PA 17603. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Mark A. Shope, Jr.

Mark A. Shope, Jr., 35, of York, passed away on Saturday, January 20, 2018. He was the husband of Mindy S. Warren Shope. He was born in Lancaster, son of Mark A. Shope, Sr., Marietta and Jody A. Nell Hartman, Wrightsville. He enjoyed fishing, cooking, spending time with his family and was and avid New York Yankees fan.

Surviving in addition to his wife and parents, his children: Alicia M. Shope; Shelby L. Shope; and his unborn child, Ava. One sister: Leanne H. Nell.  Maternal grandmother: Shirley A. Fasig. Numerous aunts, uncles and other family members.

Friends may call at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 31 South Eighth Street, Columbia on Sunday, January 28, 2018 for a viewing from 3:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to his family, 114 Hellam St., Apt. 3, Wrightsville, PA 17368. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Ronald L. Miller

Ronald L. Miller, 78, of Mountville, passed away on Saturday, January 20, 2018 at home, surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Phyllis Beck Miller to whom he was married for 54 years. He was born in Lancaster, son of the late Lewis D. Miller and Henrietta Ackerman Ressler. Ron was a school teacher at Lancaster County Career and Technology Center, Mount Joy Campus for 32 years before retiring in 2002. Ron and his wife owned Plain and Fancy Salon in Lancaster and Rohrerstown for 20 years. He was a graduate of Hempfield High School, Class of 1958 and Penn State University. He was a member of St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, where he served on Parish Council and was a Eucharistic Minister and is a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Ron was a member of Elizabeth Ann Seton Council and was a Third Degree Knight with the Knights of Columbus. He was a veteran of the US Army, serving during the Vietnam Conflict and a member of the American Legion Post #372, Columbia. 

Surviving in addition to his wife, one son:  Brian S. (Lorna L.) Miller, San Diego, CA. Two grandsons: John P. and Joseph P. Miller, San Diego, CA. One sister: Carolyn A. Miller, Reading. Two sisters-in-law: Nancy Miller, Raynham, MA; and Amy Miller, Wellsboro. He was preceded in death by two brothers: Dr. Glenn Miller and Dale Miller.

The Family would like to thank Hospice of All Seasons for the care and support shown to them.

The Funeral Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville on Saturday, January 27, 2018 at 10:00 A.M. with Rev. Mark M. Speitel, officiating. Interment in Conestoga Memorial Park with Full Military Honors. Friends may call from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: Hospice of All Seasons, 280 South Hill Dr., Grantville, PA 17028. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Nancy E. Mosteller

Nancy E. Mosteller, 79, of Columbia, passed away on Saturday, January 20, 2018 at Susquehanna Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was the wife of Leroy Mosteller with whom he would have celebrated their 53rd wedding anniversary on April 10, 2018. She was born in Columbia, daughter of the late William, Sr. and Mary Haugh Hogendobler. She was a graduate of Columbia High School, Class of 1956 and was a member of Columbia United Methodist Church.

Surviving in addition to her husband, two sons: David (Kym) Mosteller, and Paul (Gretchen) Mosteller, all of Columbia. Step-sons: Darryl Mosteller and Leroy A. “Tony” Mosteller, Columbia. Two grandchildren: Jared and Lacie Mosteller. Several step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren. One brother: William (Terry) Hogendobler, Jr., Lancaster. One sister: Mary Jane Bell, Columbia.

The Celebration of Life Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 31 South Eighth Street, Columbia on Friday, January 26, 2018 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Charles A. Deutsch, officiating. Private interment. Visitation will be held from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: the Alzheimer’s Association, 2595 Interstate Dr., Suite 100, Harrisburg, PA 17110. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Reginald L. "Punch" Jones

Reginald L. “Punch” Jones, 57, of Landisville, passed away on Friday, January 19, 2018 at home, surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Deborah L. Sheldon Jones, with whom he celebrated their 36th wedding anniversary on November 14, 2017. He was born in Newport News, Virginia, son of the late Albert W. and Viola M. Carter Jones. He was a Machinist having worked for Micro-Precision, FL Smidth, Manheim, TE Connectivity, Mount Joy, and also Career-Link. He was a member of Bright Side Baptist Church, where he was a trustee and usher. He was a retired Master Sergeant from the US Army, having served in Desert Storm and Desert Shield. Punch was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan and he enjoyed spending time with his family and his children, whom he cherished very much.

Surviving in addition to his wife, his children: Reginald L. Graves, Landisville; Mekeshia L. Jones, companion of Paul Margeson, Jr., Landisville; TaWanda M. Jones, Manor Twp.; Marcus A. (Shanice) Jones, Millersville. Six grandchildren: Teazra, Zikey, Cameron, Olivia, Aundrea, and Marcus, Jr. Father-in-law: Rupert Sheldon, Lancaster. Siblings: Mabel Jones, Newport News, VA; Daniel Robinson, Newport News, VA; Tyron (Lillie) Robinson, Yorktowne, VA; and Albert (Delores) Jones, Sr., Menifee, CA. Several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by, siblings: Josephine Jones, Brenda Anthony, Patricia Anthony, and Melvin Jones.

The Homegoing Service will be held at Bright Side Baptist Church, 515 Hershey Avenue, Lancaster on Saturday, January 27, 2018 at 12:00 Noon. Interment in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery with Full Military Honors. Friends may call at the church from 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon. Please omit flowers. Memorial Contributions may be made in his memory to: Veterans Victory House, c/o TLC, 105 East King St., Lancaster, PA 17602. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Melvin L. Shertzer

Melvin L. Shertzer, 81, of Millersville, went home to be with his Lord, on Friday, January 12, 2018. He was the husband of Kathryn M. Rohrer Shertzer with whom he was blessed with 60 years of marriage. He was born in Millersville, son of the late Melvin R. and Anna Leaman Shertzer. His greatest joy came from spending time with his family.

Surviving in addition to his wife, four children: Jay (Sylvia); Stephen (Deborah); Kay (Jeffrey) Diehl; and Scott (Terri). Ten grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one great-granddaughter.

A Celebration of Life with a Visitation will be held at Manor Church, 530 Central Manor Road, Lancaster, on  SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2018, from 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. Private burial will be in Millersville Mennonite Cemetery. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Marvin J. Buchmoyer

Marvin J. Buchmoyer, 81, of East Petersburg, passed away on Friday, January 5, 2018 surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Helen L. Duke Buchmoyer to whom he was married for 63 years. He was born in Mount Rainier, MD son of the late John W. and Mary M. Johns Buchmoyer.  He was a Technical Representative for the Xerox Corporation for 37 years before his retirement. Marvin was a member of Reformation Lutheran Church; a graduate of Columbia High School, Class of 1954; a Veteran of the US Marine Corps Reserve, during the Korean Conflict; a member of the Landisville Lions Club; and enjoyed spending time with his family.

Surviving in addition to his wife, his children: Kelly (Larry) Eshleman, Lancaster; Steve (Mary) Buchmoyer, Delaware; Brenda Goldsborough, Ephrata; and Patti (Wally) Poague, Lititz. Eleven grandchildren. Five step-grandchildren. Eleven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one grandson: Josiah Poague. One sister: Ruth Thiel. Two brothers: Edward and Harold Buchmoyer.

The Funeral Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 31 South Eighth Street, Columbia, on Wednesday, January 10, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Luke Seamon, 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: Reformation Lutheran Church, 2100 Manor Ridge Dr., Lancaster, PA 17603. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Ruth Ann Bearden

Ruth Ann Bearden, 73, of Neffsville, formerly of Pontiac, MI, was called home to be with her Lord on Monday, January 1, 2018. Ruth is survived by her best friend and husband, Samuel R. Bearden to whom she was married for 52 years. She was born in Davenport, IA, the first child of the late Lt. William F. and Mary A. Muse Willson. She was a graduate of Pontiac Northern High School, Class of 1962 and a member of Mountville Mennonite Church.

Surviving in addition to her husband, four children: Bruce (Anett) Bearden, El Paso, TX; Melody Bearden, Lancaster; Capt. Timothy (Laurie) Bearden, Wahiawa, HI; and David (Deb) Bearden, Mountville. Ruth was much loved by her nine grandchildren: Emma, Sophie, Ava, Anna, Madison, Sarah, Chase, Clay, and Colt.

Ruth was an active person with many talents: playing the flute, painting, sewing, quilting, and crossword puzzles. She was a licensed beautician and loved to cut hair, giving free haircuts to veterans at the VOA Center in Detroit. She also played her flute for 12 years at an assisted living center in Holly, MI. Ruth even taught English to Chinese children in Lanzhou, China and later taught English to Chinese seniors in Michigan. Ruth was very supportive of her children's and grandchildren's activities. She taught them to bake cookies, knit, and do art projects. She loved to attend their athletic events and support their musical talents.

The Memorial Service to honor Ruth’s life will be held at Mountville Mennonite Church, 205 Froelich Ave., Mountville on Saturday, January 13, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Jim Laverty and Pastor Philip L. Shertzer, officiating. Visitation will be held from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: CEF (Child Evangelism Fellowship) of Lancaster County, 5307 Main Street, East Petersburg, PA 17520. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Harvey M. Hostetter

Harvey M. Hostetter, 94, of Lititz, formerly of Manor Township, went home to be with the Lord on Friday morning, December 29, 2017 at Landis Homes Retirement Community. He was the husband of the late Mary L. Hollinger Hostetter with whom he shared 64 years of marriage before she passed away in 2010. He was born in Lancaster, son of the late Christian M. and Stella Mowrer Hostetter. He was self-employed for many years as a poultry and egg farmer. Later he worked at Lancaster Container, Washington Boro and for Keagy’s Produce Market. Mr. Hostetter was a life-time member of Habecker Mennonite Church. He and Mary enjoyed volunteering at Teen Missions in Merriott Island, Florida; the Re-Uzit Shop, Columbia; the Mennonite Home; and Landis Homes. Harvey made friends wherever he was and will be remembered for his friendly spirit and sense of humor.

He will be lovingly missed by his family, three daughters: Helen, wife of Glenn C. Hershey, Gordonville; Carolyn, wife of Gerald E. Martin, Ephrata; and Kathy, wife of Douglas W. Mast, Ephrata. Daughter-in-law: LuAnn Hostetter, Mountville. Nine grandchildren: Corinne (Mike) Denlinger; Dwayne (Viviana) Hershey; Jason (Kimberlee) Hershey; Tim Hershey; Angie Martin; Darren (Jewel) Martin; Ryan (Carissa) Martin; Gretchen (Jon) Thomas; and Josiah Mast. Twenty great-grandchildren. One great-great-granddaughter. Four sisters-in-law: Jean Hostetter; Ruth Hollinger; Kay Hollinger; and Lois Hollinger. One brother-in-law: Willard Stauffer. He was preceded in death by one son: David E. Hostetter. Infant daughter: Linda Hostetter. Siblings: Elizabeth Nissley; Dora Heisey; Miriam Breneman; Esther Myer; Mary Lefever; and twin brother, Harold Hostetter.

The Funeral Service will be held at WEST Bethany Chapel at Landis Homes, 1001 East Oregon Road, Lititz, PA 17543 on Friday, January 5, 2018 at 3:00 P.M. Private Interment in Habecker Mennonite Cemetery. Friends may call at the WEST Bethany Chapel from 2:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. Memorial contributions in Harvey’s memory may be made to: Mennonite Disaster Service, 583 Airport Road, Lititz, PA 17543 or the Caring Fund at Landis Homes. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Howard Jay Eckman, Sr.

Howard Jay Eckman, Sr., 71, of East Petersburg, went to be with his Heavenly Father on Saturday, December 30, 2017 at Hospice and Community Care, Mount Joy, after an illness of five years. He was the husband of Linda L. Chapman Eckman, to whom he was married for 54 ½ years. He was born in Akron, son of the late Howard W. and Mary “Betty” E. Grube Eckman. He worked for Mohawk Rubber until they closed and retired from LPP (Dana Corp.) He was also a part-time bartender at the Midway Hotel for the Gusic family. He was a member of Faith United Methodist Church. He enjoyed hunting, bowling, fishing, loved going to the cabin with his uncles and cousins, and was devoted to his family. Howard was a member of Pequea Valley Sportsman Association, and the Loyal Order of the Moose. He had been under the care of Kindred Home Care for the past three years.

Surviving in addition to his wife, two sons: Thomas H. Eckman, Elizabethtown; and Howard “Jay” Eckman, Jr., Ephrata. Two daughters: Diane L. Klos Eckman, East Petersburg; and Veronica A. Eckman, Lancaster. Seventeen grandchildren. Eleven great-grandchildren. Two brothers-in-law: Tom and Jere Chapman. Several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one sister: Mary Homsher. One grandson: Jay Tyler Eckman. Father and Mother-in-law: Vincent and Rose Wynosky; Father-in-law: Charles "Chappy" Chapman. Brothers-in-law: Tom and Bankson Chapman.

The Funeral Service will be held at Faith United Methodist Church, 1290 Fruitville Pike, Lititz on Wednesday, January 3, 2018 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Jason B. Perkowski, officiating. Interment in East Petersburg Mennonite Cemetery. Friends may call at the church from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Elva M. McGuigan

Elva M. McGuigan, 93, of Lancaster, passed away on Friday, December 29, 2017 at Pleasant View Retirement Community. She was the wife of the late James R. McGuigan, Sr. Elva was born in Lancaster and worked at Schick before her retirement. She was a member of Lancaster Church of the Brethren.

Elva is survived by one son: Ken McGuigan. Five grandchildren. Six great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by three sons: Edward L. McGuigan; Ronald E. McGuigan; and James R. McGuigan, Jr.

The Funeral Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville on Sunday, January 7, 2018, at 2:00 P.M. with Rev. Dr. J. Calvin Wenger, officiating. Interment in Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens. Friends may call from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Lancaster Church of the Brethren, 1601 Sunset Ave., Lancaster, PA 17601. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.