All Obituaries

Sandra “Sandy” Michelle Long Kind and Gentle Spirit -  Sandra “Sandy” Michelle Long, age 54, of Mechanicsburg, entered heaven while being comforted by her loving family and special friends on Friday, July 31, 2020.  Sandy was born on Tuesday, April 26, 1966, in Harrisburg to Dorothy (Lubold) Johnson and the late Joseph Gene Long, Sr.  In addition to her father, Sandy is preceded in death by her three siblings:  Bonnie Irene Leitzel, Rick...

Dolores Irene (Fitting) Rupp Simple Down to Earth Woman - Dolores Irene (Fitting) Rupp, age 89, of Mechanicsburg, passed away on Thursday, July 30, 2020.  Dolores was born on Saturday, January 17, 1931, in Harrisburg to the late Charles Albert Fitting, Sr. and Margaret Athalena (Peterson) Fitting.  Dolores was the widow of Mervin “Chesty” Rupp, whom she married on May 8, 1955, and who died on March 18, 2006.  In addition to her parents and husband, Dolores is...

Clarence Eugene Hyser, Sr. Hard Worker - Clarence Eugene Hyser, Sr., age 90, of Carlisle, and formerly of Mechanicsburg, died at ManorCare Health Services on Thursday, July 30, 2020.  Clarence was born on Thursday, January 2, 1930, in Hanover to the late Paul Hyser, Sr. and Anna May (Miller) Sloat.  In addition to his parents, Clarence is preceded in death by his daughter, Sandy (Hyser) Calaman; his grandson, Steven Calaman; his four brothers:  Paul Hyser, Irvin Hyser,...

Brenda Jean Bowman Brenda’s service information, full obituary, photographs, memorial video and portrait will be posted on our website once her family has finalized arrangements.  Please check our website again or feel free to call us at any time by dialing (717) 766-3421. Brenda’s family has entrusted her care to Buhrig Funeral Home & Crematory in Mechanicsburg, (717) 766-3421.  Read Brenda’s full obituary once posted, view her memorial video, offer...

Marcia Ann (Bair) Johnson Devoted to Her Family - Marcia Ann (Bair) Johnson, age 82, of Mechanicsburg, passed away peacefully with her loving husband by her side on Wednesday, July 29, 2020, following her battle with cancer.  Marcia was born on Thursday, March 17, 1938, in Harrisburg to the late Clayton William Bair, Sr. and Evelyn G. (Hardy) Bair.  In addition to her parents, Marcia is preceded in death by her brother, Clayton Bair, Jr.; and her sister, Donna...

Thomas Ralph Pheasant, M.D. On Sunday, July 26, Thomas Ralph Pheasant, M.D., aged 75, passed away at home in Wormleysburg, PA, surrounded by his devoted family.  He is survived by his wife of nearly 52 years, Linda Ruth (Rupert) Pheasant, a high school classmate, by daughter Sarah Lynne Pheasant of Washington, DC, and by son David Thomas Pheasant of Philadelphia, PA.  Dr. Pheasant was born on November 28, 1944, in Huntingdon, PA, the only child of Clayton Chalmer Pheasant,...

Maurice "Paul" Paul King   Had a Wonderful Smile - Maurice “Paul” Paul King, age 78, of Harrisburg, and formerly of New Cumberland, passed away on Saturday, July 25, 2020.  Paul was born on Sunday, July 12, 1942, in Harrisburg to the late Herbert Rhodes King, Sr. and Martha (Wise) King.  Paul was the widower of Theresa Ann (Kitzmiller) King, whom he married on May 8, 1989, and who died on August 11, 2012.  In addition to his parents and wife, Paul...

Ruth (Leinaweaver) Brechbiel Family Was Everything - Ruth (Leinaweaver) Brechbiel, age 97, of Mechanicsburg, passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2020.  Ruth was born on Monday, September 18, 1922, in Newport to the late Emmett Orris Leinaweaver and Elnora (Hultzapple) Leinaweaver.  Ruth was the widow of Charles “Charlie” Rollo Brechbiel, whom she married in June of 1942, and who died on December 21, 1981.  In addition to her parents and husband, Ruth is preceded in...

John Lawrence Fulton John Lawrence Fulton, age 52, of Mechanicsburg, and formerly of Vandergrift, passed away unexpectedly while on vacation at Bethany Beach on Sunday, July 19, 2020.  John was born on October 29, 1967, in Vandergrift to Ronald R. “Butch” Fulton and Mary Ann (Flynn) Knepshield. John is survived by his wife of 25 years, SueAnn (Fajt) Fulton; their two children: Quinn Allen Fulton and Caroline Abby Fulton, both of Mechanicsburg; his father Ronald R. Fulton...

James “Jim” Charles Williams Proud United States Marine Corps Veteran - James “Jim” Charles Williams, age 72, of Mechanicsburg, and formerly of Hughestown, passed away on Friday, July 17, 2020.  Jim was born on Friday, October 10, 1947, in Pittston to the late James Williams and Irene (Ruane) Williams.  In addition to his parents, Jim is preceded in death by his sister, Mary who died at birth. Jim is survived by his wife of 48 years, Colleen Mary...