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Ronald Lee Martin

Ronald Lee Martin

Dec 24, 2023

Ronald Lee Martin, 74, Swatara Township, passed away Sunday, December 24, 2023 at Harrisburg Hospital.Born April 7, 1949 in Carlisle, he was the son of the late Glenn K. and D. Jean (Miller) Martin and was also preceded in death by his sister:  Susan R. Bell.He was a graduate of Boiling Springs High School and was a supply estimator for...

Timothy C. Boeckel

Timothy C. Boeckel

Dec 17, 2023

 

Timothy C. Boeckel, known to his friends and loved ones as Tim, passed away peacefully on December 17, 2023, at his home in Enola surrounded by his loving family. Born May 12, 1948 in York, he was the son of the late Paul Boeckel and Keturah (Martin) Boeckel Eby and was also preceded in death by his daughter:  Lisa;...

David W. Downey

David W. Downey

Dec 7, 2023

 

David W. Downey, 75, of Swatara Township, passed away suddenly at his home on December 7, 2023. Born on May 27, 1948, in Harrisburg, David was the son of the late Francis H. Downey, Sr. and Thelma (Cook) Downey, and was also preceded in death by his sister, Victoria Downey. David obtained his education at Central Dauphin East High School, where...

Rosa M. Rivera

Rosa M. Rivera

Nov 27, 2023

 

Rosa M. Rivera, age 82, of Harrisburg, passed away on November 27, 2023 at Harrisburg Hospital.  She was born on July 17, 1941, in Cidra, Puerto Rico to her loving parents:  the late Antonio Melendez and Elena Ortiz.

A woman of many talents, she had an exceptional skill in the kitchen and was known for her culinary expertise.  Her...

Eugenia Louise "Gina" Robinson

Eugenia Louise "Gina" Robinson

Oct 13, 2023

Eugenia Louise “Gina” Robinson, 46, of Harrisburg, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 13, 2023 at Harrisburg Hospital.

Born February 16, 1977 in Harrisburg, she was the daughter of Eugene Anderson and the late Madeline Robinson.  In addition to her mother, she joins in Heaven her brother:  Terrance Robinson and her grandmother:  Ella Mae Robinson.

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Bernstene (Randall)  Smith

Bernstene (Randall) Smith

Sep 30, 2023

After a long and well-lived life, Bernstene (Randall) Smith, of Steelton and formerly of Brooklyn, New York, peacefully transitioned to her Heavenly home at the age of 102 following a brief stay at the Osteopathic Hospital.

Born August 13, 1921 in Little River Neck, SC, she was the daughter of the late Ruby and Lula (Vaught) Randall,...

James "Jimmy" Colon

James "Jimmy" Colon

Sep 27, 2023

James Colon, affectionately known to all as Jimmy, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, September 27, 2023 in Harrisburg.  His passing has left a profound sadness in all who knew and loved him.

Born January 3, 1985 in Caguas, Puerto Rico, he was the son of Carmen V. Colon.  He worked as a mechanic; was a former member...

Louise "Weezy" Irene McNeill

Louise "Weezy" Irene McNeill

Sep 23, 2023

Louise Irene McNeill, affectionately known as Weezy, age 40, Harrisburg, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, September 23, 2023 at Harrisburg Hospital.  Although their loss is great, her family finds peace in knowing that Louise was an organ donor and saved several lives over the weekend.

Born June 6, 1983 in Harrisburg, she was the daughter of Tony...

Hans Ericson DiOrio

Hans Ericson DiOrio

Sep 20, 2023

Hans Ericson DiOrio, 22, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Carlisle on Wednesday, September 20, 2023.

Born February 6, 2001 on Long Island, NY, Hans was the son of the late Mario Bruce DiOrio and Dawn (Ringel) Witmer.  In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his grandparents:  John Ringel, and Mario and...

Jesús Manuel Vazquez Santiago

Jesús Manuel Vazquez Santiago

Aug 19, 2023

Jesús Manuel Vazquez Santiago, 45, Lower Swatara Township, passed away unexpectedly at Hershey Medical Center on Saturday, August 19, 2023.

Born October 5, 1977 in San Juan, Puerto Rico, he was the son of Anibal Vazquez de Jesús and Carmen I. Santiago Berrios and graduated from Dr. José Celso Barbosa School in San Juan.  He was a...

Robert E. Capp

Robert E. Capp

Aug 19, 2023

Beloved husband, father, son, and friend to many, Robert Eugene Capp, 88, went into the arms of Jesus at his daughter’s home in Newport on Saturday, August 19, 2023.

Born August 29, 1934, he was the son of the late Harry R. and Thelma (Hoffsmith) Capp.  At 18 years old, “Cappie” -as everyone knew him-...

Huling Zheng

Huling Zheng

Aug 19, 2023

Huling Zheng, of Harrisburg Pennsylvania, peacefully entered into her Heavenly Home to rest in the arms of our Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, on August 19, 2023, at the age of 84, surrounded at home by her loving family.

Huling  had a happy childhood and was raised in a large family of Christian faith in Zhanglin, a...

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

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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....