Peggy Lee Stohler

Peggy Lee Stohler, 65, of Masonic Village, Elizabethtown passed away on Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at her residence. She was the wife of the late Leonard L. Stohler, who passed away on November 2, 2003. She was born in Lancaster, daughter of Carl S., Sr. and Bernie Vison Hackman, Masonic Village. She was a clerical worker for Harold E. Smith, Co. and also worked at the Blind Association, making many accessories for the US Military. She was a longtime member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church, Mountville before becoming a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church where she sang in the choir. Peggy attended the S. June Smith Center and was a graduate of Lampeter Strasburg High School, Class of 1974, where she received an award for perseverance. She also received a varsity letter in gymnastics. She was an independent, strong-willed, and was an amazing woman who loved the Lord. She also loved singing, her family, her cat: "Reggie", and her seeing-eye dogs: "Baxter" and "Rusty".

Surviving in addition to her parents, two sisters: Carol Ann (William, Sr.) Disanto; and Debra (David) Sload. One brother: Carl S. (Pamela) Hackman, Jr. Three nieces, two nephews, and seven great-nieces and nephews.

A Private Viewing and Funeral Service will be held for the family, however, a Memorial Service will be held at Westminster Presbyterian Church, at a later date. Interment in Scheafferstown Cemetery. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2151 Oregon Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601 or Excentia, (formerly the S. June Smith Center), 1810 Rohrerstown Rd. Lancaster, PA 17601. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Ray E. Kriner, Sr.

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Ray E. Kriner, Sr., 71, of York, passed away on Sunday, March 15, 2020 at UPMC Memorial Hospital. He was born in Lancaster, son of the late Ray H. and Sarah Gutchall Kriner. He was a heavy equipment operator, having worked for Witmire Construction and Abel Construction before his retirement. He was a veteran of the US Marine Corps, serving during the Vietnam Conflict. Ray enjoyed fishing, his family, and especially his grandchildren.

He is survived by one son: J.R. (Julie) Kriner. Three grandchildren: Ray E. Kriner, III; Kinsey Kriner; and Kerigan Kriner. One sister: Cathy Murphy. Long-time companion: Lois Geisler. He was preceded in death by one son: Ray E. Kriner, Jr.

The Graveside and Burial Service will be held at a later date. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Columbia/Mountville. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Celia G. Kio

Celia G. Kio, 69, of Columbia, passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2020 at home. She was the wife of Rex A. Kio. Celia was born in Port Allegany, daughter of the late Clinton and Naomi Jameson Baker. She was a data processor for North Penn Gas Supply for 36 years before her retirement. Celia loved music and singing.

Surviving in addition to her husband, one son: Derek C. (Crystal L.) Judlin, Gettysburg. Two grandchildren:: Allianna and Kira Judlin. One brother: Clinton James (Darlene) Baker, Port Allegany, PA. She was preceded in death by one brother: Curtis Baker.

A Celebration of Life and Sharing Service will be held at the VFW, 4743 Route 155, Port Allegany on Saturday, March 21, 2020 from 11:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Columbia/Mountville (717)684-6633. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Lottie E. Douts

Lottie E. Douts, 94, of Washington Boro, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2020. She was the wife of the late Charles E. Douts, Sr. She was born in Columbia, daughter of the late Abram O. and Ada Henry Duke. She was a member of Washington Boro Church of God; was a volunteer with the Cherry Red Ladies, Columbia Hospital. Lottie enjoyed cooking, gardening and baking her special home-cooked meals for her family. The holidays and family gatherings were special times for her. She dearly loved her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her love and compassion for her family will be missed. She enjoyed camping, gardening, traveling with her late husband of 71 years before he passed away.

She is survived by her children: Larry E. (Joyce) Douts; Mary Ann (Charles) Barnett; Charles E. (Catherine) Douts, Jr.; Keith B. Douts; and Greg A. (Wendy) Douts. Eleven grandchildren and twenty-one great-grandchildren. Three brothers and seven sisters. She was preceded in death by two sisters.

The Funeral Service will be held at Washington Boro Church of God, 15 Rockfish St., Washington Boro, PA 17582 on Thursday, March 19, 2020 at 11:00 A.M. Viewing from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Interment in the adjoining cemetery. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Washington Boro Church of God or Hospice and Community Care, PO Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Columbia/Mountville. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Elmer J. Berkebile

Elmer J. Berkebile, 94, of Woodcrest Villa, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 14, 2020 at the Mennonite Home. He was the husband of the late Alice D. Yoder Berkebile, to whom he was married for 65 years before she passed away in 2010, and Mary Simmons Bundy Berkebile, Woodcrest Villa. He was born in South Fork, PA, son of the late Lester W. and Bertha Jennings Berkebille. Elmer was a graduate of Adams Township High School, Sidman, PA and was a veteran of the US Navy, serving during WWII. He held an undergraduate degree from Juniata College and graduate degrees from the University of Pittsburgh and Pennsylvania State University. His life's work was in public education. He served as a teacher, guidance counselor, high school principal, supervising principal, superintendent of schools, and served on several committees and boards. He was known for his many innovations at the schools where he served, most notably Penn Manor School District, Millersville.

Surviving in addition to his wife, two daughters: Peggy (late Thomas) Peterson, Berlin, MD; and Cathy (David) Enders, Fairview, TN. Five grandchildren: Samantha Peterson; Laura (Adam) Minakowski; Beth (Ronald) Knerr; Stephen (Lisa Reisinger) Enders; and Timothy (Sara Mitchell) Enders. Five great-grandchildren. One brother: Wesley J. Berkebile, New Wilmington, PA. Elmer was preceded in death by one sister: Caroline Berkebile Thomas. He is also survived by Mary's family, two sons: John (Rae Johnson) Bundy, Lancaster; and Daryl (Roni Rawlings) Bundy, Leland, NC. Eight step-grandchildren.

A Private Graveside Service will be held for the immediate family. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date at Faith Bible Fellowship Church. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: Faith Bible Fellowship Church, 151 Donerville Road, Lancaster, PA 17603 or Juniata College Scholarship Fund, 1700 Moore St., Huntingdon, PA 16652. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Patricia L. Saylor

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Patricia L. Saylor, 81, of Lancaster, went home to be with her Lord on Tuesday, March 10, 2020 at home. She was the wife of the late L. Lewis Saylor who passed away in December 1979. She was born in Dundalk, MD, daughter of the late Ward W. and Vera Phillips Hickman. She was a shift supervisor for Kellogg's for 25 years before retiring in 2001. Patricia was a graduate of Dundalk High School, Class of 1957 and was of the Methodist faith. She loved her family, especially her grandchildren and was a world traveler. She also enjoyed going to the beach at Ocean City, MD and the Chesapeake Bay

She is survived by her children: Deborah L. (Paul) Bowman; Charles R. Saylor; and Rhonda K. Saylor, all of Lancaster. Former daughter-in-law: Anna M. Dupes Saylor, Lancaster. Five grandchildren: Michael (Becky) Bowman; Chelsea (Brian) Bohenick; Andrea Bowman; Marlena Saylor; and Charles "CJ" Saylor. Three great-grandchildren: Melanie Bowman; Jay Bowman; and Olivia Bohenick. She was preceded in death by one sister: Norma Hickman Braun.

The Memorial Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville on Saturday, May 16, 2020 at 12:00 Noon with Pastor Jay Frey, Jr., officiating. Visitation will be from 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Humanity Gifts Registry, PO Box 835, Philadelphia, PA 19105. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Darlene Smith Lamberson

Darlene Smith Lamberson, 91, of Lancaster passed away peacefully on Monday, March 9, 2020 at Homestead Village. She was the fourth child of fourteen children born in Penn Township, to the late Benjamin Wilhelm and Minnie Hoffer Smith. She was the wife of the late Eliger Clark Lamberson, who passed away on December 9, 1991. Although she worked at Hamilton Watch for a few years, she was a stay at home mother who loved to cook and bake for her family. She and her husband lived in Mountville and Lancaster prior to retiring to Potts Nets, DE where Darlene and EC enjoyed fishing and crabbing.

Darlene was a loving mother and homemaker to her children: the late Charlotte, deceased in 2003 and her husband: John Harnish, Manheim; Bonita (Joseph) McCoy, Lancaster; Linda (Stephen) Himpsl, Mountville; Janet (Paul) Miller, East Petersburg; Brenda (Bruce) Fleming, Mount Joy; and Steven (Marjorie) Lamberson, Millersville. Nine grandchildren: Brian (Patricia) Wanger; Eric (Alana) Karr; Lance (Tammy) Karr; Janette Himpsl (Frank) Harro; Stephanie Himpsl (Logan) Braun; Allie Fleming; John Fleming; Kyle Lamberson; and Carrie Lamberson. Six great-grandchildren: Martin Wanger; Taylor (Kim) Karr; Gage (Lauren) Karr; Jenna Karr; Megan Karr; and Katelyn Harro. One great-great-granddaughter: April Karr. One step-great-granddaughter: Alexxis Phillips. One step-great-great-grandson: Logan Strenger. Two brothers: Robert Smith and Wayne Smith, both of Florida. Two sisters: Helen Smith Rhoads, Warrenton, VA and Shirley Smith Morrison, Conestoga. Beside her late husband and daughter, Darlene was preceded in death by five brothers: Hoffer Smith; Jay Smith; Benjamin Smith; Eugene Smith; and James R. Smith. Four sisters: Anna May Smith; Ruth Smith Forry; Lorraine Smith Heisey; and Esther Fern Smith.

Honoring Darlene's wishes, there will be a Celebration of Life and a Private Memorial held for the family. Memorial contributions may be made in Darlene's memory to: the American Heart Association, 610 Community Way, Lancaster, PA 17603 or Schreiber Pediatric Rehab Center, 625 Community Way, Lancaster, PA 17603. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Esther R. Nissley

Esther R. Nissley, 97, formerly of Washington Boro passed into the presence of her Savior on Sunday, March 8, 2020 at Paramount Senior Living, Maytown. She was the wife of the late Charles K. Nissley to whom she was married for 67 years before he passed away in 2016. She was born in Lancaster, daughter of the late C. Roy and Alva Musser and the adopted daughter of the late Warren Kurtz and Mary Hank Radcliffe. Esther graduated from East Hempfield High School, Class of 1941, then Lancaster General Hospital School of Nursing in 1947. She was a member of the US Cadet Nurse Corps, an organization whose purpose was to alleviate the nursing shortage that existed during WWII. After marriage, she and Charles worked on a poultry farm in Washington Boro for several years. After that, she was the bookkeeper for their family custom spraying business until her retirement in 1989.

Esther is survive by four sons: C. Kenneth (Susan Hevner) Nissley, Darlington, SC; Richard A. (Susan Schock) Nissley, Elizabethtown; David K. (Lucille Funk) Nissley, Lancaster; and Craig E. (Kathleen Flannagan) Nissley, Columbia. Twelve grandchildren. Nineteen great-grandchildren. Three step-brothers: Warren Radcliffe, Jr., Downingtown; Paul H. Radcliffe, Robesonia; and Carl Radcliffe, Parkersburg, WV. She was preceded in death by one brother: Robert Musser and one sister: Arlene (Musser) Baker. Half-brothers: Lester Gordon Smith; Donald Leigh Smith; K. Lemar Smith; and half-sister: Doris (Smith) Bushong. Step-brother: Allen Radcliffe.

Esther was buried in a private family service at Habecker Mennonite Cemetery with Rev. Sam Whicker, officiating. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Columbia/Mountville. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Rhoda M. Harnish

Rhoda M. Harnish, 94, of Lancaster, passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2020 at Landis Homes. She was born in her home in West Hempfield Township and lived there her entire life. She was the daughter of the late John H. and Bertha Stoner Kreider Harnish. Rhoda was a bookkeeper at Herr Fruit Farms and also worked at the former Arcade Market and was a 1942 graduate of the former East Hempfield High School. She was a member of Chestnut Hill Mennonite Church, Columbia and its sewing circle. Rhoda was also a member of the Mennonite Historical Society and her family did geneology.

Surviving are her cousins. She was preceded in death by one brother: John Norman Harnish and one sister: Kathryn Eleanor Harnish.

The family would like to give a special thank you to Landis Homes and Hospice and Community Care for the kindness and care shown to her.

A Private Graveside Service and Burial will be at East Petersburg Mennonite Cemetery. There will be no public viewing. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to: Hospice and Community Care, PO Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125. Arrangement by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Thomas G. Welsh

Thomas G. Welsh, 79, of Columbia, passed away on Thursday, February 20, 2020 at home. He was the husband of Flora A. Hertz Welsh. He was born in Columbia, son of the late Cleon, Sr. and Iona Weaver Welsh. He was a printer, having worked at Mountville Wallpaper Company and Hanover Wallpaper Company for 30 years before his retirement.

Surviving in addition to his wife, three sons: Thomas (Becky) Welsh, Jr.; Joseph (Sherry) Welsh; and Grant Garner. One step-son: Scott (Kerrie) Brewster. One step-daughter: Heather (Robert) Butler. Eleven grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. Five step-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by three brothers: Cleon Welsh, Jr.; Edward Welsh; and Albert Welsh and two sisters: Phyllis Welsh and Shirley.

The Celebration of Life will be held at the Columbia Fire Company, 726 Manor Street, Columbia, on Friday, February 28,2020 from 10:00 A.M. to 1:30 P.M. Private interment will be held at Silver Spring Cemetery. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Columbia/Mountville. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Barbara K. Yake

Barbara K. Yake, 68, formerly of West Hempfield Township passed away on Friday, February 21, 2020 at Susquehanna Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was the wife of the late James A. Yake, Sr. who passed away on April 29, 2014. She was born in Harrisburg, daughter of the late Irvin and Betty Bowman Heller, and she enjoyed crossword puzzles, social events, TV shows, movies, spending time talking and she enjoyed her family.

She is survived by one son: James A. Yake, Jr., Mount Joy. One brother: Robert Heller and one sister: Judy Sandefer, both of Harrisburg.

The Graveside Service and Burial will be at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery on Monday, March 2, 2020 at 12:30 P.M. A private viewing will be held for the family. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Jane M. Dietrich

Jane M. Dietrich, 60, of York, passed away on Tuesday, February 18, 2020 at home. She was the wife of J. Douglas Dietrich with whom she would have celebrated their 29th wedding anniversary on June 30, 2020. She was born in York, daughter of Norma Jean Kinard Kline, York and the late Glenn O. Kline. She was a clerical worker for McCrory's for more than 20 years and also worked at Apple Outdoor Supply. She was a member of Locust Grove United Church of Christ and was a lifetime member of the York Fairgrounds Society. She enjoyed reading, watching her son race and the mountains.

Surviving in addition to her husband and mother, one son: Dalton G. Dietrich, York and his fiance Whitney Wisner, Hanover. One brother: John (Carrie) Kline, York. One niece: Brianne and one nephew: Tyler.

The Funeral Service will be held at Locust Grove United Church of Christ, 1035 Locust Grove Road, York, on Monday, February 24, 2020 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Susan Oelrich, officiating. Interment in the adjoining church cemetery. Viewing will be held at the church on Sunday from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. and also on Monday from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: the Injured Driver's Fund, York County Racing Club, 568 Yale Ave., York, PA 17403 or the SPCA, 3159 North Susquehanna Trail, York, PA 17406. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Columbia/Mountville. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Josephine M. Misal

Josephine M. Misal, 88 of Columbia, passed away on Monday, February 17, 2020. She was the wife of the late Charles A. Misal. Josephine was born in Laureldale, daughter of the late Charles D. and Florence M. Frankhouser Fritz. She was of the Protestant faith and enjoyed helping in the kitchen at local churches. She was a Girl Scout leader and also enjoyed flowers, gardening and her family.

She is survived by her 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. Twelve grandchildren, twenty-nine great-grandchildren, and four great--great-grandchildren. One brother: Victor (Marga) Fritz, Homestead, FL. She 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; brothers: William and David Fritz.

The Funeral Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 31 South Eighth Street, Columbia on Friday, February 21, 2020 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Gwen Trout, officiating. Viewing from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: the Mission Fund, c/o Wrightsville Assembly of God, 365 Orange St., Wrightsville, PA 17368. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Cheryl J. Dunkle

Cheryl J. Dunkle, 38, of Lancaster, passed away, unexpectedly on Friday, February 14, 2020. She was born in Lancaster, daughter of Dennis A. and Rosene M. Harris Dunkle. She attended Penn Manor High School. Cheryl was a loving mother with a huge heart who enjoyed swimming and being with her dog.

Surviving in addition to her parents, one son: Patrick J. Fahey, V. Two sisters: Amy Dunkle (her twin) and Lori Dunkle.

The Memorial Service will be held at Manor Church, 530 Central Manor Rd., Lancaster, PA on Monday, February 24, 2020 at 11:00 A.M. with Visitation from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Ellene N. Lefever

Ellene N. Lefever, 94, of Landis Homes, passed away on Monday, February 10, 2020 at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of the late Paul B. Lefever, who passed away on December 25, 2004. She was born in East Lampeter Township, daughter of the late Rev. Harry N. and Katie H. Denlinger Neff. She was a member of Mellinger Mennonite Church. Ellene enjoyed flowers, her pen-pal ministry to those who are incarcerated, her family, and she was a gentle, kind, and humble person.

She is survived by one daughter: Nancy L. (Raymond E.) Reitz, Manor Twp. One son: J. Paul (Suzanne) Lefever, Xenia, OH. Four grandchildren: Jennifer (Phil) Kratz; Erika (Kris) Good; Sara (Jesse) Pellman; and Chandler Lefever. Nine great-granchildren. Four sisters: Marian Martin; Betty Martin; Alma (Luke) Martin; and Evelyn (Hershey) Hostetter. She was preceded in death by one daughter: Shirley L. Forney and seven siblings: Dorothy Hershey, John Neff, Clarence Neff, Lloyd Neff, Mervin Neff, Grace Reitz, and Harry Neff, Jr.

The Memorial Service will be held at the WEST BETHANY CHAPEL at Landis Homes, 1001 Oregon Road, Lititz on Saturday, February 22, 2020 at 2:00 P.M. with visitation from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. Private interment in Mellinger Mennonite Cemetery. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: the Benevolent Fund at Landis Homes. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Nancy J. Gentzler

Nancy J. Gentzler, 87, of Country Meadows, Leader Heights went to meet her Lord and Savior on Saturday, February 8, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of the late William R. Gentzler who passed away on July 9, 2009. She was born in Columbia, daughter of the late Sherman G. and Edna F. Ryan Greider. She was an inspector for Bendix Corp. for 19 years and also for Wyeth Laboratories for 14 years before her retirement in 1988. She was a member of Freysville Emmanuel UCC and enjoyed traveling; baking, especially making sand-tarts and she loved her cat Billy.

The Family would like to thank Country Meadows for the wonderful care that was given to her.

She is survived by one grandson: Garrett D. (Angela) Kistler. One sister: Betty A. Greider Morris. One nephew: Paul A. Morris. One niece: Linda Yohn Warner. Great-nieces: Sarah G. (Cory) Riese and Samantha G. Warner Musser. One great-great niece: Isabella M. Musser. She was preceded in death by two sisters and three brothers.

The Funeral Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 31 South Eighth Street, Columbia on Friday, February 14, 2020 at 1:00 P.M. with Rev. Dr. Leon C. Via, III, officiating. Viewing from 12:00 Noon to 1:00 P.M. Interment in Susquehanna Memorial Gardens. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: the American Cancer Society, 3886 Ridgewood Rd., York, PA 17406 or Lifesong Hospice, 3880 TecPort Dr., Suite 2, Harrisburg, PA 17111. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Jay L. Smith

Jay L. Smith, 75, passed away quietly and peacefully on Friday, February 7, 2020 at home. He was the husband of Debora S. Shelly Smith, with whom he celebrated their 19th wedding anniversary on June 10, 2019. He was born in Mountville, son of the late Isabella Hoffman. He was a mason/bricklayer, having worked for Witmer & McCoy Masonry for 30 years and B & D Masonry for 6 years before his retirement. Jay was a veteran of the US Army, serving during the Korean Conflict. He enjoyed yardwork, especially his Canna Lilies. Jay loved and enjoyed his family, and was a drummer and sound-tech for the County Line Band.

Surviving in addition to his wife, one daughter: Sherri R. (Keith) Young. One son: Adam J. Smith. Two grandchildren: Sabrina and Jayden Young. Two step-grandchildren: Autumn and Conner. One brother: Jim Smith and one sister: Kay Hoffman. He was preceded in death by one brother: Ray Hoffman.

The Viewing will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville on Thursday, February 13, 2020 at 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Interment in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: the Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675-8516. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Susan M. Lewis

Susan M. Lewis, 63, of Lancaster, passed away on Wednesday, February 5, 2020 at Lancaster General Hospital. She was the wife of William D. Lewis with whom she celebrated their 35th wedding anniversary on December 1, 2019. She was born in Lancaster, daughter of the late Harry R. "Sam" and Marian Glick Wade. She worked as an assistant cafeteria manager for the Hempfield School District for 22 years before her retirement. Susan enjoyed softball, baseball, and was an avid Atlanta Braves fan. She also enjoyed dogs and her Shetland Shelties.

She was preceded in death by her brother, David Wade.

A Private Service will be held with interment in Mountville Brethren Cemetery. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Joseph J. Mele, Sr.

Joseph J. Mele, Sr., 87, of West Hempfield Township passed away on Sunday, February 2, 2020 at Hospice and Community Care. He was the husband of Holly Fisher Mele with whom he celebrated their 52nd wedding anniversary on September 9, 2019. Mr. Mele was born in Youngstown, OH, son of the late Nicholas J. and Margaret P. McKenna Meley. He was a graduate of Columbia High School, Class of 1951, and the National Association of Life Underwriters in 1982. Joe was an agent for Prudential Insurance Company for 31 years before his retirement. He was a member of Mountville Church of the Brethren where he was also a member of the Finance Committee; a former member of the Columbia Rotary Club; a veteran of the US Army, serving during the Korean Conflict; a member of the American Legion, Post #185, Mount Joy; was a West Hempfield Township Supervisor for 32 years; a member of York Association of Life Underwriters for 29 years; and for many years was a member of the Insurance Workers International Union, Local 162. He enjoyed baseball with the Philadelphia Philiies and the Cleveland Indians being his favorite teams.

Surviving in addition to his wife, seven children: Brenda (Kenneth) Hoffmaster, Mount Joy; Joseph J. (Jodi Yohe) Meley, Jr., Columbia; Margaret (Michael) Haberstroh, Mountville; Lu Ann (Coy) Contres, Columbia; Karen Storm (companion of Charles Kinard), Marietta; Michael (companion of Chris Hess) Mele, Lancaster; and Tess (Kevin) Wolford, Palmyra. Fifteen grandchildren. Twenty-five great-grandchildren. Three brothers: William N. Meley, Columbia; James G. (Jennifer) Meley, West Hempfield Twp.; and Patrick F. Meley, Mountville. He was preceded in death by one brother: Laurence A. Meley.

The Memorial Service will be held at Mountville Church of the Brethren, 60 Clay Street, Mountville, PA 17554 on Saturday, February 8, 2020 at 11:00 A.M. with Reverend Rebecca R. Fuchs, officiating. Private interment will be held in the church memorial garden. Visitation will be from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: Mountville Church of the Brethren or 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.

Nancy Ruth Martin

Nancy Ruth Martin, 71, of Faith Friendship Ministries, Mountville, passed away peacefully in her sleep, overcome by a recent diagnosis of cancer,on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at Lancashire Hall. She was born in Lincoln, daughter of the late Eli S. and Ruth Dussinger Martin. She was employed by Farmer's First Bank, R.W. Sauder's Eggs, Indian Springs Golf Club and Faith Friendship Ministries. Nancy graduated from Warwick High School, Class of 1966 as a high honor roll student. She attended Hess Mennonite Church and Landisville Mennonite Church where she served her church by teaching Bible School and participating in the Prayer Partner's Sunday School Class. Nancy also enjoyed the Sewing Circle, quilting and other church activitiesShe leaves behind a caring church family at Landisville Mennonite Church, who loved her unconditionally. Nancy suffered most of her adult life with mental illness and had a love for Jesus and looked forward to going to heaven. In the last eight years, Nancy lived with other guests and friends at Faith Friendship Ministries, where Steve and Patty Dietch were directors and currently, Gwendolyn Didden is the director, who lovingly care for those beautiful people. Nancy considered those loving, kind people her extended family.

The Family would like to give special thanks to the staff at Lancaster General Hospital, Lancashire Hall and Hospice and Community Care for caring for her.

The Family also invites you to show love, care, and honor to anyone with mental health needs and to support their caregivers.

Nancy is survived by one brother: Larry (Sally Zook) Martin, New Holland. One sister: Dona Martin (Herb) Fisher, Lititz. Five nieces.

The Celebration of Life Service will be held at Landisville Mennonite Church, 3320 Bowman Rd., Landisville on Saturday, February 8, 2020 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Ron Adams, officiating. Visitation will be held from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. Private interment in Hess Mennonite Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to: Faith Friendship Ministries, PO Box 567, Mountville, PA 17554. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.