Steven C. Gerber, Sr.

 
 

Steven C. Gerber, Sr., 59, of Lancaster, passed away on Sunday, July 28, 2024, at home. Born in Lancaster, Steven was the youngest son of the late Kenneth E. and Betty J. Bare Gerber.

Steven attended St. Anne's Catholic School and Lancaster Catholic High School. He loved his children, grandchildren and siblings more than anything, as well as his Raiders. He enjoyed music, football and good laughs.

Steven is survived by two children: Amanda R. Gerber and Michael K. Gerber. Eight grandchildren: Annabella, Brandon (Sammie), Dakota, Steven, Kevin, Savannah, Michael and Meadow. Six siblings: Ronnie, Ken, Doug, Mike, Jackie and Debbie. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, to whom he was a loving uncle. Steven was preceded in death by one son: Steven C. Gerber, II; one sister: Patty; two brothers: Jimmy and David ("Peanut"), as well as his best friend, Dana Roseman.

Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Nancy Marie Mummaw

 
 

Nancy Marie Mummaw, 92, of Landisville, passed away on Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at Hospice and Community Care. She was born in Ironville, daughter of the late Guy K. and Marie W. Mummaw. Nancy worked for forty-two and a half years for Thomson Electronics, formerly RCA, Lancaster before she retired in 1988. She was a longtime member of Ironville United Methodist Church and their Sunday School. She sang in the Junior and Senior Choirs and also in a quartet, known as the "Village Four." Nancy was a graduate of Columbia High School, Class of 1949 and had a passion for doing puzzles, word searches and playing games with family members.

She is survived by one son: Stephen R. (Sandra) Mummaw, Lancaster. Great-grandchildren: Maceon and Trinity Mummaw and their mother: Lindsay (Josh) Monty and their daughter: Peyton, Rocky Point, NC. Many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by one grandson: Stephen Ryan Mummaw. Brothers: Harold, Gordon, Ray, Guy, Drew and Alvin. Sisters: Bertha Haverstick, Frances Mowrer, Carolyn Zimmerman, Sarah Jane Raber and their spouses, and Mildred Singer.

The Graveside Service and Burial will be held at Ironville Methodist Cemetery on Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 11:00 A.M. Donations may be made to: Ironville United Methodist Church, 4020 Holly Drive, Columbia, PA 17512. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Nancy S. Patton

 
 

Nancy S. Patton, 90, of East Petersburg, passed away on Saturday, July 27, 2024 at Maple Farm. She was the wife of the late James L. Patton, Sr. who passed away on November 3, 1986. She was born in Lancaster, daughter of the late Herman and Maude Wilker Starr. She worked as a clerk at Wheatland Federal Credit Union before her retirement. Nancy was the oldest living member of Trinity United Church of Christ. 

She is survived by one daughter, Susan P. (Carl A.) Barley, York and one son: James L. Patton, Jr., East Petersburg. Two grandchildren: Austin and Jared Barley. Two sisters: Patsy (Donald) Miller, Manheim and Jane Starr, East Petersburg. She was preceded in death by two sisters: Harriet Bell and Emma Nissley. 

The Funeral Service will be held at Trinity United Church of Christ, 2340 State Road, East Petersburg, on TUESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2024 at 11:00 A.M. Interment in Trinity UCC Cemetery. There will be no public viewing, however visitation will be from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Caring Hospice Services, 101 Good Drive, Lancaster, PA 17603. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.


Aileen C. “Dolly” Sidoti

 
 

Aileen C. “Dolly” Sidoti, 76, of Lancaster, passed away on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. She was the wife of the late John J. Sidoti, who passed away in 2009. Dolly was born in East Orange, NJ daughter of the late Joseph and Aileen Lent Leone. She was a sterilization technician at Nyack Hospital, Nyack, NY. 

Surviving are two sons: John J. (Anne) Sidoti, Racine,WI and Paul J. (Cherie L.) Sidoti, Columbia. Six grandchildren. One sister: Stella Cravens, Maryland. 

A Private Service will be held for the family. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/ Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Paul E. Bailey, Sr.

 
 

Paul E. Bailey, Sr., 90, formerly of Conestoga, passed away on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, peacefully at home. He was the husband of the late, Nancy L. Bailey. Paul was born in Lancaster, son of the late William M. and Florence L. Reed Bailey. He was a truck driver/warehouseman for ShurFine Foods, York for 24 years before his retirement. He enjoyed motorcycles and his family. 

He is survived by two sons: Paul E., Jr. (Renie M.) Bailey, Reinholds and Michael A. Bailey, Whitter, NC. Five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two brothers: Walter and Clinton Bailey. One sister: Hazel Underwood. 

The Graveside Service and Burial will be held at Colemanville Methodist Cemetery, on Monday, July 29, 2024 at 1:00 P.M. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Trinidad C. Borja

 
 

Trinidad C. Borja, 94, of Mountville, passed away on Monday, July 22, 2024 at Abbeyville Nursing and Rehab. She was born in Saipan, Mariana Islands, daughter of the late Luis T. and Ramona R. Sablan Camacho. Trinidad enjoyed gardening, crocheting and was an unselfish, caring individual.

She is survived by her children: Steven T. Borja, Mountville; Guadalupe Borja and Jesus Borja, both of Saipan. Five grandchildren: Steven T. Borja, Jr., Mountville; Laura (Robert) Brackbill, Hershey; Vincent Borja, Bowmansville; Kara Voigt, Columbia, MD and Tony Voigt, Naples, FL. Two great-grandchildren: Emma and Bennett. Brother: Dr. Carlos (Winnie) Camacho and family, Saipan and sister: Benita (Jerry) Kortz and family, Albert Lea, MN. . She was preceded in death by one daughter: Victoria Voigt.

A Private Service will be held for the family. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Robert L. Fuhrman

 
 

Robert L. Fuhrman, 81, of York, passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at Misericordia Nursing and Rehabilitation after a long, well fought battle with MS and Dementia. He was the husband of Kathleen M. Hess Fuhrman with whom he celebrated 54 years of marriage on April 7, 2024. Robert was born in York, son of the late Charles W., Jr. and Mae E. Shorts Fuhrman. He was a graduate of William Penn High School, York College and Penn State. Robert was a traffic manager for Metso, USA, Inc. for 40 years before his retirement and was a member of Kreutz Creek Presbyterian Church. He enjoyed volunteering as a counselor for the York County Area Agency on Aging, fishing, karate, photography, wood carving and music.

Surviving in addition to his wife, one son: Brian M. Fuhrman, York and two grandchildren: Alex Fuhrman, Fort Collins, CO and Natalie Fuhrman, York.

The Family would like to thank the staff at Misericordia for the comfort and care shown to Robert.

The Memorial Service will be held at Kreutz Creek Presbyterian Church, 85 Old Church Road, York, PA 17406 on Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Kelly Shiflett, officiating. Visitation will be from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Interment in Kreutz Creek Cemetery. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: Kreutz Creek Presbyterian Church or the National Multiple Sclerosis Society Central PA Chapter, 2040 Linglestown Road, Suite 104, Harrisburg, PA 17110. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Mildred M. Singer

 
 

Mildred M. Singer, 89, of Ironville, passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2024 at Lancaster Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was the wife of Lee A. Singer with whom she would have celebrated their 73rd wedding anniversary on October 27, 2024. She was born in Ironville, daughter of the late Guy and Marie Walker Mummaw.

Surviving in addition to her husband, two sons: Jeffrey L. (Maureen K.) Singer and Brian S. (Karen J.) Singer. Three grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. One sister: Nancy M. Mummaw. She was preceded in death by 10 brothers and sisters.

The Graveside Service and Burial will be at Ironville Methodist Cemetery on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 10:00 A.M. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Columbia/Mountville. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Krista M. Zink

 

 

Krista M. Zink, 50, of Columbia, passed away on Thursday, July 11, 2024 at Lancaster General Hospital. She was born in Columbia, daughter of the late William Zink and Rita Misel Shaeffer and step-daughter of Dave Shaeffer. She worked as a server at Columbia Family Restaurant and Rivertowne Restaurant. She also helped to build sets for the Drama Club at Columbia High School.

She is survived by her fiance: Jack P. Peters and daughter: Kayla M. Peters. Stepson: Austin Peters. Siblings: Rita Myers, William (Janine) Zink and Margaret Zink (significant other of: Glenn Allison). She was preceded in death by two stillborn sons: Jack and Jacob Peters and one sister: Amanda Zink.

Please contact the family for further details of the service, which will be held at a later date. Contributions for the family may be made thru GoFundMe. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc. Columbia/Mountville. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Charles R. Cox, Jr.

 
 

Charles R. Cox, Jr., 98, of St. Anne's Retirement Community, passed away on Thursday, July 11, 2024. He was the husband of the late Kathryn F. Cox, who passed away in 1998. He was born in Shamokin, son of the late Charles R., Sr. and Alice Wehry Cox. Charlies worked as an arc welder at New Holland Machine Company before his retirement, then worked at the Manheim Auto Auction. He was a Veteran of the US Navy, serving during WWII, having served on DE 747 Destroyer Escort, USS Bright and was a survivor of a Kamikaze attack. Charlie was a member of Reese-Hall VFW Post 8757, where he was twice past commander, also its Honor Guard, where he served as president and treasurer; a 32 Degree member of Columbia Lodge #286 F&AM; Harrisburg Consistory; Lancaster Lodge of Perfection and the Twin Oaks Hunting Camp, Potter County.

He is survived by 13 nieces and nephews.

The Funeral Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville on Friday, July 19, 2024 at 11:00 A.M. The Viewing will be from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Interment in Mountville Cemetery with Full Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: Reese-Hall VFW Post 8757. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Doris D. "Dee" Spence

 
 

Doris D. "Dee" Spence, of Lancaster, after 87 adventurous years of life, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Tuesday, July 9, 2024. She was the wife of the late Lawrence C. Spence, who passed away in 2002. She was born in Lancaster, daughter of the late Earl and Dorothy E. Crawford Hagelgans. Dee was a member of Millersville Mennonite Church. She was a lot of things during her lifetime; a hiker of trails, a swinger of vines, a square dancer, an amateur carpenter, Civil Air Patrol Cadet, an LPN, fundraiser, breast cancer survivor and a 10 speed junkie. Dee never shied from a challenge, she cared for sick animals at Willow Run Veterinary Clinic, knew Karate and would spend hours gleefully wrestling her grandchildren into submission. Yet, in spite of her passing, she will not be forgotten. Her daring exploits will continue to be cheerfully discussed at every family gathering. The memory of her unconquerable spirit and charitable nature will continue to inspire those who knew her. The people who loved Dee most will never forget that she loved them a "bushel and a peck."

She is survived by her daughters: Karen Legieko and Robin (Douglas) Weidman. Her son: Larry Spence and her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. One brother: Lester Hagelgans and one sister: Yvonne Zipp. She was preceded in death by two grandsons: Johnny Legieko and Joshua Weidman.

The Celebration of Life Service will be held at Millersville Mennonite Church, 437 Manor Street, Millersville on SATURDAY, AUGUST 3, 2024 at 11:00 A.M. Visitation following the service. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to: the SPCA at: pspca.org. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Miriam L. Nauman (SERVICE SCHEDULED)

 

 

Miriam L. Nauman, 93, of Lancaster, passed away on Friday, July 5, 2024 at Oak Leaf Manor North. She was the wife of the late Glenn M. Nauman, who passed away in 2016. She was born in Manheim, daughter of the late William S. and Beatrice Knight Lehman. Miriam worked as an assembler for Ham Tech for 18 years and Schick before her retirement. She was a member of Holy Spirit Lutheran Church, where she was a greeter. Miriam enjoyed fishing, boating, hunting, flower gardening, her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and she was a great cook.

She is survived by her children: Sandra L. Nauman, Maytown; Steven G. (Linda C.) Nauman, Landisville; Patti J. (Timothy M.) Hancock, Millersville and Kimberly A. McMahon (companion of Bruce R. Gadbois), Mountville. Seven grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. One sister: Luella Gosthnian, Palmyra. She was preceded in death by one brother: William K. Lehman

The Memorial Service will be held at Holy Spirit Lutheran Church, 3131 Columbia Avenue, Lancaster, PA 17603 on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 11:00 A.M. The Visitation will be from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Interment in the Church Memorial Garden. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Holy Spirit Lutheran Church or the Alzheimer's Association, 2595 Interstate Drive, Suite 100, Harrisburg, PA 17110. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Jeanette Scheetz

 
 

Jeanette Scheetz, 88, formerly of Marietta, passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2024. She was the wife of the late Donald Scheetz. She enjoyed crocheting, playing cards and crafts.

 Jeanette is survived by her children: Jannell (Glenn) Squires; Orlinga Faye (Herb) Holbein, Jr.; Steve (Christine) Strode and Jenifer (Jacob) May. She was blessed with 10 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by three children: James, Carylon and Arthur. Two brothers: Arthur and James. Two sisters: Mary and Belinda.

 She will be forever in our hearts.

 Services will be private. Workman Funeral Homes, Inc. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Ronald L. Bearley

Ronald L. Bearley, 90, of Columbia, passed away on Monday, June 24, 2024. He was the husband of M. Dolores Smith Bearley, to whom he was married for 51 years on June 16, 2024. He was born in Lancaster, son of the late George C. and Betty Burkhart Bearley. He worked as a printer/linotype setter for Fulton Press for 23 years before he retired in August of 1999. He was a veteran of the US Army, a member of Grace Baptist Church and enjoyed bowling, fishing, volunteering at Arch Street Ministries and will be lovingly missed by all who knew him. 

He was preceded in death by one sister: Linda Wilkinson and two nephews. 

The Graveside Service and Burial will be at Mellinger Mennonite Cemetery, on Thursday, (today), June 27, 2024 at 10:00 A.M. with Full Military Honors. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Columbia/Mountville. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Barbara Ann Henne

 
 

Barbara Ann Henne, 79, of Silver Spring, passed away on Saturday, June 15, 2024 at St. Anne's Retirement Community. She was born in Lancaster, daughter of the late John F. and Kathleen M. Wise Henne. Barbara did secretarial and clerical work in Lancaster and York Counties. She was a member of Word of Life Chapel, Bainbridge and it's Senior Adult Group and was a graduate of Hempfield High School, Class of 1962. Barbara enjoyed reading, word search puzzles, gardening and traveling.

The Graveside Service and Burial will be at Silver Spring Cemetery on Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 10:00 A.M. with Pastor Mark Habecker, officiating. Friends may call at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville from 9:00 A.M. to 9:30 A.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Hospice and Community Care. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Nancy L. Buckwalter

 
 

Nancy L. Buckwalter, 80, passed away peacefully at Emerald Nursing and Rehabilitation on Sunday, June 9, 2024. She was born and grew up in Manheim, daughter of the late J. Harold and Helen Stauffer Buckwalter. Nancy was a member of the Manheim Mennonite Church. For many years, she enjoyed living at Faith Friendship Villa in Mountville.

She is survived by one brother: Allan H. Buckwalter, Womelsdorf and one sister: Janel Buckwalter(Richard) Lengacher, Huntsburg, OH. One niece and two nephews.

A Private Graveside Service and Burial was held at Mellinger Mennonite Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in Nancy's 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.

Sally S. Stoltzfus

 
 
 

Sally S. Stoltzfus, 75, of Columbia, passed away on Saturday June 8, 2024. She was born in Lebanon, daughter of the late Earl K. and Edith M. Krall Hostetter. Sally was a school teacher, having taught second grade at Schaefferstown Elementary School. She enjoyed playing the piano, the flute and doing crafts.

 She is survived by one son: Matthew E. (Stacey L.) Stoltzfus, East Earl. Two grandchildren: Cecelia A. and Franklin M. Stoltzfus. She was preceded in death by one brother: Krall K. Hostetter. 

The Graveside Service and Burial will be at Midway Cenetery, on Friday, June 14, 2024 at 10:00 A.M. There will be no public viewing. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Columbia/Mountville. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Lorraine F. Barrett

 

 

Lorraine F. Barrett, 64, of West Hempfield Township, passed away on Sunday, June 9, 2024, at home. She was the wife of Donald B. Barrett, to whom she was married for 27 years on June 2, 2024. She was born in Bellefonte, daughter of the late Charles K. and Frances Kroll Bingham. Lorraine worked in management for the BonTon, The Limited and Cracker Barrel. She was of the Catholic faith and was an avid cat club member.

Surviving in addition to her husband, one brother Stuart (Ellen) Bingham, State College. Three sisters: Susan (Kenny) Kempton, State College; Carolyn Bingham (Nicholas) Kello, State College and Mary Bingham, Milesburg.

A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Our Lady of Victory Church, 820 Westerly Parkway, State College, PA on Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 11:00 AM. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Vera S. Keagy

 
 

Vera S. Keagy, 94, of Manor Township, passed away on Friday June 7, 2024 at Susquehanna Rehabilitation Health Care Center. She was the wife of the late Robert J. Keagy, who passed away on July 30, 2017. She was born in Manor Township, daughter of the late Irwin G. and Susan H. Sensenig Habecker. Vera owned and operated their farm and family business, Keagy Produce, with her husband. She was a member of Habecker Mennonite Church and enjoyed cooking, especially making fastnachts. She dearly loved her family and lived to care for her children and family.

She is survived by her four children: Son: Kenneth R. (Vicki L.) Keagy and their three children: Jennifer (lifetime partner of Andrew), Christopher (Mary) and Dylan (partner of Kim). Son: N. Ray Keagy. Daughter: Shirley M. (Michael W.) Williams. Daughter: Kathy M. (Gregory T.) Markward and their two children: Jessica and Alyssa. Two great-grandchildren: Brody and Salem. Three brothers: Chris (Janet) Habecker; Harry Habecker and Mahlon (Sharon) Habecker. She was preceded in death by one son: Mervin R. Keagy and one brother: Roy Habecker.

The Funeral Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville on Friday, June 14, 2024 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastors Chris and Dawn Landes, officiating. Interment in Habecker Mennonite Cemetery. 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: Hospice and Community Care. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Barbara J. Knapp

Barbara J. Knapp, 89, of Lancaster, passed away on Thursday, June 6, 2024 while under hospice care. She was the wife of the late George N. Knapp, who passed away on July 24, 2009. She was born in Lyndhurst, NJ daughter of the late Floyd L. and Lulu Bringman Young. She worked as a switchboard operator and secretary. She was a member of Lord of Life Lutheran Church, Tabernacle, NJ, was an artist, having loved painting watercolors, was a baker and cook, loved swimming and going to the Jersey beaches. She was referred to as “Blondie” and “Mermaid”.  Barbara loved her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 

She is survived by one daughter: Desiree A. (Larry) Reich, Mountville. One son: Peter G. (Kerry) Knapp, Australia. Eight grandchildren: Ben, Amy, Megan, Kevin, Kyle, Steve, Kevin and Matt. Ten great-grandchildren: Michael, Emma, Owen, Quinn, Will, Riley, Brady, Allie, Elsie, James and one baby boy on the way.  He was preceded in death by one son: Mitchell N. Knapp and two brothers: Floyd Young and Bobby Huhn. 

The Memorial Service will be held at Concordia Evangelical Lutheran Church, 3825 Concordia Road, Columbia on WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19, 2024 at 11:00 A.M. with Rev. Marianne Kingsborough, officiating. Interment in General William Doyle National Cemetery. Visitation will be 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Please omit flowers. memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Hospice and Community Care or the Humane League of Lancaster County. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/ Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit: Workmanfuneralhomes.com