OBITUARIES

Obituaries for Our Reamstown Location

David A. Buzzard

David A. Buzzard

Jan 7, 2026

David A. Buzzard, 69, of Morgantown, PA, passed away peacefully on January 7th, 2026, surrounded by family at Reading Hospital.

David was born on September 15, 1956, in Glenolden, Delaware County to the late Arthur W. and Corinne M. (Vettel) Buzzard.

David was a graduate of Upper Darby High School, class of 1974. Throughout his professional career, he worked as a master...

Peter C. Rathman

Peter C. Rathman

Jan 4, 2026

Peter C. Rathman, age 55, of Reamstown, passed away on January 4, 2026, at WellSpan York Hospital surrounded by family. Born on September 7, 1970, in Lancaster, he was a son of Donald & Mae (Nolt) Rathman, and the loving husband of Shannon (Haldeman) Rathman.

Peter graduated from Cocalico High School in 1990. He worked as a Meat Cutter for Shady...

Florence M. Hannum

Florence M. Hannum

Dec 29, 2025

Florence M. Hannum, affectionately known as Bonnie, was born on September 23, 1943, in Collegeville, Pennsylvania, and she peacefully passed away on December 29, 2025, at Faithful Living Nursing in Denver. Bonnie was the daughter of the late Walter and Mildred (Carns) Cressman, and the loving wife of the late Robert “Bob” Hannum.

Bonnie spent her childhood in Collegeville and carried...

Wendy M. Muller

Wendy M. Muller

Dec 29, 2025

Wendy M. Muller, 68, of Stevens, passed away peacefully at her home on December 29th, 2025. Born on August 31, 1957, in Amityville, New York, she was the daughter of the late Warren E. and Carol (Burgman) Wilkins, and the loving wife of Joseph J. Muller.

Wendy’s educational journey culminated with an associate's degree from Penn State Berks Campus, which laid...

Joyce E. Pannebecker

Joyce E. Pannebecker

Dec 18, 2025

Joyce E. Pannebecker, 83, died unexpectedly on Thursday, December 18th in East Cocalico Township. Joyce was born in West Cocalico Township, the daughter of the late Clarence Pannebecker and Erla (Bard) Pannebecker.

She was a Cocalico High School graduate, who then pursued her RN degree from the Reading Hospital School of Nursing. She also earned a bachelor’s degree in education from...

E. Roger Noll

E. Roger Noll

Dec 17, 2025

E. Roger Noll, a devoted member of his community and a cherished husband, passed away on December 17, 2025, at WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital. Born on July 6, 1939, in Lancaster, was a son of the late Elvin & Elsie (Wagner) Noll, and loving husband of Audrey (Haldeman) Noll. Roger was a man whose life was characterized by service, commitment,...

Nina S. Mayhew

Nina S. Mayhew

Dec 13, 2025

Nina S. Mayhew, 94, of Lititz, passed away on December 13, 2025, at the WellSpan Community Hospital of Ephrata. She was born on June 18, 1931, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Claus and Nettie (Holten) Soderlind, and was married in 1962 to the late H. Floyd Mayhew.

Nina's educational journey began at Bowen High School, from which she graduated in...

Edith E. Shanaman

Edith E. Shanaman

Dec 12, 2025

Edith Elaine Shanaman (Martzall), 76, of Stevens passed away peacefully in Ephrata on December 12, 2025. Edie’s final days were spent surrounded by family and friends. The oldest of 3 children, she was born November 18, 1949 in Mount Airy, PA to the late Warren Martzall Sr. and the late Kathryn Martzall (Eberly).

Edie celebrated 53 years of marriage with her...

Dennis Lee High

Dennis Lee High

Dec 9, 2025

Dennis Lee High, 43, of Denver, passed away peacefully at his home in Denver on December 9, 2025. Born on September 16, 1982, in Ephrata, he was the son of Richard and the late Cheryll (Long) High. 

Dennis dedicated many years of his life working at the Bollman Hat Factory. He was also a member of the Adamstown Rod and Gun...

Minerva Z. Martin

Minerva Z. Martin

Dec 5, 2025

Minerva Z. Martin, 92, of Stevens passed away peacefully on December 5, 2025, at Luther Acres in Lititz. Born on November 13, 1933, in Brecknock Township, Minerva was a daughter of the late Oliver H. and Mary W. (Zimmerman) Sensenig.

Minerva leaves behind a rich legacy of love and dedication, marked by her hard work at Twin Kiss and Triple G,...

John W. Flood

John W. Flood

Nov 24, 2025

John W. Flood, most lovingly known as John Boy, 64, passed away Monday, November 24, 2025, at the Supportive Concepts home in Reading. Born in Coatesville, John was a son of the late Ernest P. Toby’ and Ruth A. (Cochran) Flood.

John Boy was very funny, and he had a great laugh. He overcame everything with a smile despite the limitations...

Kenneth E. Ludwig

Kenneth E. Ludwig

Nov 19, 2025

Kenneth E. Ludwig, aged 83, of Leola, Pennsylvania, passed away on November 19, 2025, at the Elizabethtown Nursing and Rehab Center. Born on May 22, 1942, in East Earl, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Elwood S. and Irene I. (Spriggle) Ludwig, and the loving husband of Miriam Louise (Shirey) Ludwig for 60 beloved years.

Ken's professional career was...

Herman L. Thornton

Herman L. Thornton

Nov 9, 2025

Herman L. Thornton, 78, of East Earl, passed away on November 9, 2025, at the Gardens at Stevens. Born on July 13, 1947, in Goshen, Virginia, Herman was a son of the late Arthur A. and Dorethy L. (Miller) Thornton, and the loving husband of Rachel E. (Hostetter) Thornton for 52 years.

Herman demonstrated a remarkable work ethic throughout his life,...

Joseph D. Aflague

Joseph D. Aflague

Oct 29, 2025

Joseph D. Aflague, 77, of Stevens, passed away on October 29, 2025, at WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital. He was born on January 28, 1948, in Agaña, Guam, to the late Maria F. (Untalan) Aflague, and was the loving husband of 52 years to Marguerite D. (Moorhead) Aflague.

Joseph dedicated more than two decades of his life to military service as a...

Adam S. Aharonian

Adam S. Aharonian

Oct 28, 2025

Adam S. Aharonian was a son of Susan and Scott, brother of Alex, boyfriend to Veronica, family to many, friend to all fortunate enough to know him, passed away on October 28, 2025 at his home in Kennett Square at the age of 33. Adam was an eagle scout, a Pennsylvania State University graduate, and an engineer. He loved music,...

Chester L. Clair

Chester L. Clair

Oct 25, 2025

Chester L. Clair, 81, known affectionately as Chet, passed away on October 25th, 2025, in the Hospice & Community Care Center in Mount Joy. Born on October 11, 1944, in Penn Township, he was a son of the late Harvey and Alverta (Eshleman) Clair. He grew up in the Penn Township and Hershey area, as one of many children.

Chester exemplified...

Gary D. Shober

Gary D. Shober

Oct 21, 2025

Gary D. Shober, 80, of East Cocalico Twp., passed away Tues, Oct. 21st, 2025, at WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital. Gary as a son of the late George R. and Ada Alberta (Fritz) Shober. He was a U.S. Army veteran who served during the Vietnam War.

Gary had a strong work ethic through decades of service at several local companies - Bollman...

Cindy Marie Good

Cindy Marie Good

Oct 20, 2025

Cindy Marie Good, 61, born on March 26, 1964, passed away at her home in Narvon on October 20, 2025. She leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Cindy was born in Lancaster to the late Robert W. McGiniss and Edyth B. (Gilbert) Huyett.

A graduate of Garden Spot High School in 1982, Cindy was a dedicated professional who...

Mary Jane Grote

Mary Jane Grote

Oct 18, 2025

Mary Jane Grote loved being a mother. It was, in many ways, her greatest joy and calling. Her life was centered around her children and grandchildren—her pride, her passion, and her purpose.

Born on a farm in Cumru Township, Berks County, Pennsylvania, on April 3, 1929, Mary Jane was one of six children of Charles M. and Aquilla B. Matz. Life...

Michael I. Frybarger

Michael I. Frybarger

Oct 5, 2025

Michael “Mike” I Frybarger , 70, New Holland, Pa“He was one of the Good Ones,” echoes from all who knew him.Due to breathing complications and an exciting life of questionable decisions, Mike, ‘kicked the bucket’ at his home in Denver, Pa on Sunday October 5th 2025, leaving behind a trail of cherished memories.Born on October 22nd 1954, Mike’s infectious, life...

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