Obituaries

Howell Brookes

Howell Brookes

Jun 26, 2026

My boy Howell was born on January 19, 1946. He passed away by my side on June 26, 2026.We grew up in Caldwell/West Caldwell New Jersey and met on the skating pond of Grover Cleveland Park on February 15,1963. Howell graduated from Gettysburg College in 1968 and we married February 15, 1969. We had many great adventures. Howell retired as...

Julie Mae (Drawbaugh) Potts

Julie Mae (Drawbaugh) Potts

Jun 25, 2026

Julie Mae (Drawbaugh) Potts, age 67, of Mechanicsburg, died on Thursday, June 25, 2026. Julie was born on Tuesday, July 15, 1958, in York to the late Luther Drawbaugh and Victoria Slanker. In addition to her parents, Julie is preceded in death by her two siblings: Cathy Lubic and Bob Slanker.

Julie’s survivors include her two children: Stacey Bickle and her...

Joan (DeCooman) Tewell

Joan (DeCooman) Tewell

Jun 23, 2026

Joan (DeCooman) Tewell, age 91, of Mechanicsburg, died on Tuesday, June 23, 2026. Joan was born on Saturday, June 30, 1934, in Langdondale, PA, to the late John B. DeCooman and Marie L. Shinn. Joan was the widow of Richard W. Tewell, whom she married on November 23, 1957, and who died on August 24, 2001. In addition to her...

Mark Allen Vogelsong, Sr.

Mark Allen Vogelsong, Sr.

Jun 22, 2026

Mark Allen Vogelsong, Sr., 67, of Silver Spring Township, died suddenly on June 22, 2026.

Born March 3, 1959, in Mechanicsburg, Mark was the son of the late Lawrence B. Vogelsong, Jr., and Joanne Baker Vogelsong.

Mark is survived by his companion of 32 years, Kathy Strawser; his sons by his first wife, Mark A. Vogelsong Jr. and his wife, Amanda, and...

John "Johnny" Charles Boltash Jr

John "Johnny" Charles Boltash Jr

Jun 22, 2026

John “Johnny” Charles Boltash Jr, age 83, of Camp Hill, died on Monday, June 22, 2026. Johnny was born on Monday, May 3, 1943, in Amsterdam, NY to the late John Charles Boltash Sr and Mary Elizabeth (Zubek) Boltash. Johnny was the widower of Donna Louise (Kennedy) Boltash, whom her married on September 27, 1975, and who died on May...

James Mervin Bosserman, Jr.

James Mervin Bosserman, Jr.

Jun 22, 2026

He was born in Dillsburg PA in 1939 to James Bosserman Sr and Grace Bosserman. James attended Bermudian Springs High school before joining the Airforce and then the Army where he continued for 22 years. 

James was preceded in death by his wife Nancy Bosserman and brother John Bosserman and is survived by his brother David and two sisters Sarah and...

Willie Earl Hires

Willie Earl Hires

Jun 21, 2026

Willie Earl Hires, 76, of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2026.

Born on June 25, 1949, in Live Oak, Florida, Willie was the son of the late Daisy Bell Hires Goddard and Benjamin F. Hires, Jr. He lived a life defined by service, education, curiosity, and a genuine love of learning.

Willie proudly served his country in the United...

Andrea Wendy Gliber

Andrea Wendy Gliber

Jun 21, 2026

Andrea “Auntie” or “Andi” Gliber

September 6, 1951 - June 21, 2026

Andi,(Auntie), who was born and raised in a Yonkers, N.Y, and moved to Hershey PA, several years ago, passed away peacefully and comfortably on June 21rst.

She has, no doubt, already been warmly received by all of the dogs she gave endless love too.

She was preceded in departing this mortal realm...

Howard J. Nugent

Howard J. Nugent

Jun 19, 2026

Howard J. Nugent, age 81, of Mechanicsburg, and formerly of The Bronx, New York, passed on Friday, June 19, 2026. Howard was born on Wednesday, February 7, 1945, in The Bronx to the late Howard Aloysius Nugent and Mary Ellen (Geraghty) Nugent.

After retiring from the New York City Housing Authority, Howard continued his career as a national elevator and escalator...

Judith Ann (Wirt) Messinger

Judith Ann (Wirt) Messinger

Jun 17, 2026

Judith Ann “Judy” (Wirt) Messinger, age 85, of Mechanicsburg, PA, and formerly of Hockessin, DE, passed away peacefully at Thornwald Home in Carlisle on June 17, 2026, surrounded by the love and comfort of her devoted family.

Born on November 12, 1940, in Carlisle, PA, Judy was the cherished daughter of the late George J. Wirt and Margaret Ann (Bell) Wirt....

Meghan Lee Coller

Meghan Lee Coller

Jun 15, 2026

Meghan Lee Coller passed away peacefully on June 15, 2026, just a week before her 41st birthday. She is now reunited in heavenly peace with her beloved mother, Cynthia Lee Coller, whose memory she carried with her throughout her life.

Meghan's greatest joy and proudest accomplishment were her children, Austin and Emily Teats, whom she loved beyond measure. She is also...

Mary Angela (Denny) Trice

Mary Angela (Denny) Trice

Jun 13, 2026

Mary Angela (Denny) Trice, age 92, of Mechanicsburg, died on Saturday, June 13, 2026. Mary was born on Monday, February 5, 1934, in Johnstown to the late Charles and Agatha Denny. Mary was the widow of Joseph Thomas Trice, whom she married on August 24, 1957, and who died on March 19, 1987. In addition to her parents and husband,...

Angelo Americo Zambetti

Angelo Americo Zambetti

Jun 8, 2026

Angelo Americo Zambetti, age 89, of Venice, FL, and formerly of Laurel, MD, Taneytown, MD and Mechanicsburg passed away on Monday, June 8, 2026, in Sarasota, FL. Angelo was born on Tuesday, May 11, 1937, in Old Forge to the late William Zambetti and Antonetta (Pignatelli) Zambetti. Angelo was the widower of Geraldine "Gerri" Mary (Maninski) Zambetti, whom he married...

Mary (Flaherty) Dellinger

Mary (Flaherty) Dellinger

Jun 8, 2026

Mary (Flaherty) Dellinger, age 77, of Carlisle, and formerly of Buckeye, AZ, passed away on Monday, June 8, 2026. Mary was born on Monday, July 26, 1948, in Worcester, MA, to the late Edward Flaherty and Marie (McDonough) Flaherty. Mary married the love of her life, Anthony “Tony” Francis Dellinger, on August 9, 1969. They were happily married for 48...

Duane Everett Herman

Duane Everett Herman

Jun 3, 2026

Duane Everett Herman, Certified Public Accountant, passed away peacefully on June 3rd at Messiah Lifeways after a brief battle with cancer. Duane is survived by his loving wife of fifty-four years, Susan M. He is also survived by his caring family, his son Matthew E, his daughter Kristin R., his daughter-in-law, Colleen S, his son-in-law James T, and his five...

Kenneth McMillin

Kenneth McMillin

Jun 2, 2026

Kenneth “Ken” Alan McMillin, age 66, of Mechanicsburg, died on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Ken was born on Wednesday, December 30, 1959, in Mechanicsburg to the late Bruce Roy McMillin and Dawn Elaine (Rowe) McMillin. In addition to his parents, Ken is preceded in death by his siblings: Diane McMillin, and Steven McMillin.

Ken’s survivors include his wife of 46 years,...

Katharine Ruckel Mase

Katharine Ruckel Mase

Jun 2, 2026

Katharine "Kathy" Mase, age 76, of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, passed away at home peacefully on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Kathy was born on Saturday, June 11, 1949, in Yonkers, New York to the late Raymond James Ruckel and Virginia Mary (Dunne) Ruckel. Kathy earned a degree in mathematics from the College (now University) of Mount Saint Vincent in the Bronx in...

Barbara June (Stannard) Shepard

Barbara June (Stannard) Shepard

Jun 1, 2026

Barbara (Stannard) Shepard, 92, of Mechanicsburg, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026. Born on June 15, 1933, in Wellsville, New York, she was the daughter of the late R. Dow Stannard and Lucille (Jordan) Stannard. Barbara is survived by her daughter, Karen Sweer, and her husband, Leon; her son, Daniel Shepard, and his wife, Britta; her grandchildren and great-grandchildren,...

Mark Anthony Rowe

Mark Anthony Rowe

May 29, 2026

Mark A Rowe, 67 of Mechanicsburg, PA passed away on May 29, 2026. Mark was born on September 2, 1958 in Harrisburg, PA to the late Herbert Rowe and Mary Jacqueline (Watts) Straining.

Mark attended Greenwood High School in Liverpool, PA. After his high school education, he held work positions at Capital Bakers, Stroehmann Bakery, Chambers Trash Company, St. Thomas Creation,...

Elsa Juana Briones

Elsa Juana Briones

May 20, 2026

Elsa Juana (Mora) Briones, age 77, of Harrisburg, died on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Elsa was born on Thursday, February 17, 1949, in Ecuador to the late Manuel Briones and Albina (Mora) Briones. In addition to her parents, Elsa is preceded in death by her three siblings: Alejanbro Briones, Elisabeth Briones, and Miriam Briones.

Elsa’s survivors include her three children: Jose...