All Obituaries

Jay Lynn Richwine, Sr. A Dedicated Man - Jay Lynn Richwine, Sr., age 82, of Mechanicsburg, passed away peacefully at Bethany Village with his loving family and wife of almost 65 years by his side on Wednesday, December 5, 2018.  Jay was born on Friday, April 3, 1936 in Carlisle to the late Ralph M. Richwine, Sr. and Mabel E. (Yost) Richwine.  In addition to his parents, Jay is preceded in death by his two brothers, Paul Richwine and Earl Richwine; and his two sisters: June...

Barbara “Barb” Ann Bodine-Rider Loving Wife, Mother, Sister, & Friend - Barbara “Barb” Ann Bodine-Rider, age 75, of Mechanicsburg, passed away on Tuesday, December 4, 2018.  Barb was born on Monday, November 8, 1943 in Pottsville to the late Robert Y. Bodine and Emma E. (Erwin) Bodine.  Barb’s survivors include her husband of 52 years, Paul Clinton Rider; her son, Jonathan “Jon” Rider of Henderson, NV; her sister, Linda Smith of...

Jan Marie (Harclerode) Sloat Always Quick to Smile - Jan Marie (Harclerode) Sloat, age 74, of Mechanicsburg, passed away on Monday, December 3, 2018.  Jan was born on Saturday, October 7, 1944 in Harrisburg to the late John Nissley Harclerode and Evelyn Frances (Wellar) Harclerode. Jan’s survivors include her husband of 53 years, Steven “Steve” William Sloat; her three children: Scott Sloat and his wife, Maria, of Boiling Springs, PA, Stacey Donagher and her...

Robert “Bob” Arthur Moore, Sr. Passionate about Sports - Robert “Bob” Arthur Moore, Sr., age 79, of Mechanicsburg, and formerly of New York City, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 3, 2018.  Bob was born on Monday, January 23, 1939 in Bronx, NY to the late Arthur Moore and Elizabeth (Scott) Moore DeMateo.  In addition to his parents, Bob is preceded in death by daughter, Theresa Marie Moore. Bob’s survivors include his wife of 48 years,...

Richard “Rick” Michael Burrows A Helper and A Doer - Richard “Rick” Michael Burrows, a long-time resident of Mechanicsburg, PA, ended his 19-month journey with Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer on Saturday, December 1, 2018 at the age of 60.  Rick was born on Wednesday, April 16, 1958 in Pittsburgh, PA to the late Robert Thomas Burrows, Sr. and Mary Rozella Elizabeth (Hafenbrak) Burrows.   Rick’s survivors include his wife of 38 years, Jan Lisa...

Carrie Ann (Cook) Bucher Carrie Ann (Cook) Bucher, age 51, of Duncannon, passed away at home with her loving family by her side on Saturday, December 1, 2018, following her courageous and private battle with cancer.  Carrie was born on Tuesday, August 22, 1967 in Carlisle to Doris Jean (Haffly) Trayer and the late William Howard Cook, Sr. Carrie’s survivors include her loving husband of 34 years, Jeffrey “Jeff” Leon Bucher, Sr. of Duncannon; her four children:...

Julia Nicole Paroda Always Smiling & Always Happy - Julia Nicole Paroda, age 13, of Mechanicsburg, was born into the loving arms of her mother on Sunday, October 16, 2005 and was in the loving arms of her mother when she earned her wings and became a heavenly angel on Wednesday, November 28, 2018.  Julia joyfully lived her life despite her courageous fight with the rare chronic illness that afflicted her. Julia’s survivors include her loving parents: Michelle Clayton and...

Ryan Allen Hoffman Ryan Allen Hoffman, age 35, of Mechanicsburg, and his fiancée, Julene Jarosky, passed away tragically on Sunday, November 25, 2018 in a condo fire in Harrisburg, PA.  Ryan was born Sunday, November 13, 1983 in Pensacola, FL to Richard “Rick” Allen Hoffman and Rita Ruth (College) Hoffman. Ryan leaves behind his parents, Rick and Rita Hoffman of Mechanicsburg; his brother, Rusty Hoffman and his wife, Paula, and their children: Finlay and Myla all of...

Josephine “Josi” Ann (Brandt) Martinez Bright Smile and Infectious Laughter - Josephine “Josi” Ann (Brandt) Martinez, age 62, of New Cumberland, and formerly of Rana Villa, PA, passed away on Saturday, November 24, 2018.  Josi was born on Saturday, February 18, 1956 in Mechanicsburg to the late William Joseph Brandt and Mina Louise (Rudasill) Brandt.  In addition to her parents, Josi is preceded in death by her two brothers: Milton Brandt and Albert...

Elaine (Pearce) Papiernik An Avid Gardener - The beloved grandmother of Sarah and Rebecca Williams, mother of Elizabeth Ebersole, and dear wife of Richard L. Papiernik for 34 years, Elaine (Pearce) Papiernik, age 74, of Mechanicsburg, died suddenly on Saturday, November 24, 2018 at her daughter’s home in York Springs, PA.  Elaine was born on Monday, April 17, 1944 in East Meadow, NY to the late John Henry Pearce and I. Elizabeth (White) Pearce.  In addition to her husband,...