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Antonio Lamar Santana

Antonio Lamar Santana

Aug 10, 2023

Antonio Lamar Santana, 28, of Harrisburg, passed away Thursday, August 10, 2023 at Harrisburg Hospital.

Born March 21, 1995 in Harrisburg, he was the son of Anthony and Chantelle (Robinson) Santana and was a graduate of Middletown Area High School.

A private, simple man, Antonio enjoyed playing video games, listening to music and going for...

George Louis Pichini, Jr.

George Louis Pichini, Jr.

Aug 7, 2023

George Louis Pichini, Jr., “Louie”, 63, Palmyra, passed away Monday, August 7, 2023, at Carolyn’s House, Harrisburg.

Born October 24, 1959, he was the son of George L. Pichini, Sr. and the late Mary Ann (Hinkle) Pichini, and attended Palmyra High School, class of 1977.

Louie was Dallas Cowboys fan and enjoyed reading books of...

Doris Jean (Smith)  Morgan

Doris Jean (Smith) Morgan

Aug 6, 2023

Our mother, Doris “Jean” Morgan, age 93 of Masonic Village in Elizabethtown, PA gained her angel wings on Sunday, August 6, 2023, 6 days shy of her 94th  birthday.

Jean was born on August 12, 1929, in Harrisburg to Erma and Harvey Smith who preceded her in death.

She was the widow of Ray S....

Ronald L. Loper, Sr.

Ronald L. Loper, Sr.

Aug 5, 2023

Ronald L. Loper, Sr., 81, Enola, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family and loved ones on Saturday, August 5, 2023.

Born May 23, 1942 in Harrisburg, he was the son of the late Lawrence and Emma (Fraelich) Loper and was still working for Numotion until his illness made it difficult to work.

He was...

William Jay Osborne

William Jay Osborne

Jul 12, 2023

William Jay Osborne, 40, cherished husband, father, son and brother, passed away Wednesday, July 12, 2023 at his home in Harrisburg following a lengthy battle with glioblastoma.  His beloved family on earth held his hand as he passed from this life, and his heavenly family welcomed him to Eternal Glory with open arms.

Born June 21, 1983...

John Charles Bowdoin

John Charles Bowdoin

Jun 16, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for John Charles Bowdoin. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Lukas Jesus Aguilar Gonzalez

Lukas Jesus Aguilar Gonzalez

Jun 9, 2023

En memoria de Lukas Jesús Aguilar Gonzalez 05/14/14-06/09/23 Llegaste a nuestra vida como un maestro,a iluminarnos con tu amor profundo y enseñandonos que no importa hablar ver o caminar para ser grande,maravilloso, único e incondicional.

Gracias por elegirnos como tu familia,gracias por darnos la dicha de estar contigo estos maravillosos 9 años. Eres nuestro amor eterno. Vivirás...

Michael E. Bass

Michael E. Bass

Jun 5, 2023

Michael E. Bass, 70, passed away Monday, June 5, 2023 at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston after a long battle with Acute Myeloid Leukemia.

Born July 29, 1952 in Chambersburg, PA, he was the son of the late Charles E. Bass, Jr. and Thelma G. (Millhouse) Bass.  He was a 1970 graduate of Central Dauphin High School....

Wilbur J. Gobrecht

Wilbur J. Gobrecht

Jun 5, 2023

It is with sorrow that we announce the passing of Wilbur Jacob “Goby” Gobrecht, beloved husband, father, coach and mentor, who died peacefully on June 5, 2023, at the age of 92.

Goby was born on November 4, 1930, in Hanover, Pennsylvania, to Edward John and Cora (Reichart) Gobrecht. A natural athlete, he distinguished himself in football,...

Kimberly Ann (Galbraith)  Mowry

Kimberly Ann (Galbraith) Mowry

Apr 3, 2023

Kimberly Ann (Galbraith) Mowry Stiles, 56, passed away in the presence of her loving family at her home in Grantville on Monday, April 3, 2023.

Born December 13, 1966 in Harrisburg, she was the daughter of Davita “Dee” (Latin) Galbraith and the late Robert G. Galbraith, Sr.

Kim attended Dauphin County Vo-Tech, was a former...

Curtis L. Ertel

Curtis L. Ertel

Apr 1, 2023

Curtis L. Ertel, 60, Lower Paxton Township, passed away suddenly at Hershey Medical Center on Saturday, April 1, 2023.

Born December 17, 1962 in Williamsport, he was the son of the late Reinhold George and Marjorie L. (Miller) Ertel, and was also preceded in death by a baby brother, Reinhold Scott Ertel.

A 1980 graduate...

Bradley A. Smith

Bradley A. Smith

Mar 17, 2023

Bradley Allen Smith of Lemoyne, PA, passed away on March 17, 2023 after an 18-month battle with Lung Cancer. He was 70 years old.

Brad was born to the late Samuel Smith and Muriel Smith (Sealover) on June 28, 1952 in York, PA. He graduated from Red Lion High School in 1970 and began his lifelong work...

Dorothy A. (Davidson)  Remaly

Dorothy A. (Davidson) Remaly

Feb 23, 2023

Dorothy (Dottie) A.  Remaly, 94, formerly of Harrisburg, passed away Thursday, February 23, 2023 at Masonic Village, Elizabethtown.   She is now reunited with her late husband, Paul A. Remaly, exactly three years to the day after his passing.

Born December 17, 1928 in California, she was the only child of Alexander and Dorothy (Ehmann) Davidson and was...

Priscilla J. (Gutshall)  Brauning

Priscilla J. (Gutshall) Brauning

Feb 8, 2023

Following months of physical challenges, Priscilla J. (Gutshall) Brauning, 85, went to be with her Lord and Savior at her home in Lower Paxton Township on Wednesday, February 8, 2023. Born November 19, 1937 in Harrisburg, she was the daughter of the late George and Luella (Railing) Gutshall, and was a member of the first graduating class at Central...

Nancy J. (Rhodes)  Boardman

Nancy J. (Rhodes) Boardman

Jan 29, 2023

Surrounded by her loving family, Nancy J. (Rhodes) Boardman, 89, Lower Paxton Township, peacefully went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, January 29, 2023 at her home.

Born February 11, 1933 in Bloomsburg, she was the daughter of the late J. Victor and Elsie (George) Rhodes, and was a graduate of Ralpho Township High...

Jessica M. Serrano

Jessica M. Serrano

Jan 20, 2023

Jessica M. Serrano, 30, Harrisburg, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, January 20, 2023 at Holy Spirit Hospital.  Three days later, on what would have been her 31st birthday, she selflessly gave the gift of life through organ donation, and her spirit will live on through those whose lives she ultimately saved.

Born January 23, 1992 in Brooklyn,...

Shirley Ann (Winters)  Haugh

Shirley Ann (Winters) Haugh

Dec 27, 2022

With her loving family by her side, Shirley Ann (Winters) Haugh, 72, Susquehanna Township, passed away Tuesday, December 27, 2022 at her home.

Born March 31, 1950 in Harrisburg, she was the daughter of the late John Winters, Sr. and Florence Peterson Winters, and was also preceded in death by her brother:  John “Chuck” Winters, Jr.

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Colin J. Thorne

Colin J. Thorne

Dec 25, 2022

Colin J. Thorne, 72, Harrisburg, passed away Sunday, December 25, 2022 at Harrisburg Hospital with his loving wife and daughter at his side.

Born March 23, 1950 in Pontypridd, Wales, he was the son of the late Ivor C. and Rita M. (Flower) Thorne, and was also preceded in death by his two brothers:  Gareth and Michael....

Langston Rose Stumpf

Langston Rose Stumpf

Dec 13, 2022

Langston Rose Stumpf (Bot), beloved 12 year old daughter of Robert and Erica, passed away Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at her home in Lower Paxton Township. Born August 11, 2010 in Hershey, she was a student at York Learning Center, where she was determined and goal oriented.  Despite the challenges she faced, she was happy and had no quit...

Adrian A. Fleming

Adrian A. Fleming

Dec 7, 2022

In the presence of his loving family, Adrian A. Fleming, 58, of Upper Allen Township, fell asleep in death on Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at UPMC West Shore.

He is now in the safest place that anyone could be; Jehovah God's loving memory awaiting the time of the resurrection to a paradise earth as John 5:25, 28,...

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