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Emanuel L. Beiler, age 71 of 2469 Robert Fulton Hwy, Peach Bottom, passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at his home.
He was the husband of Leah L. Riehl Beiler. He was born in Ronks, son of the late Christ P. and Lydia Lapp Beiler. He was a member of the Old Order Amish Church. Surviving besides his wife are 9 children: Lydia R. Beiler of Peach Bottom, Rebecca R. wife of John S. Beiler of Peach Bottom, Emma R. Beiler of Peach Bottom, Fannie R. wife of Emanuel T. Hertzler of Sharpsburg, KY, Hannah R. Belier of Peach Bottom. Elsie R. Beiler of Fredericksburg, OH, Amanda R. Beiler of Peach Bottom, Gideon R. husband of Savilla Y. Smucker Beiler of Brogue, Emanuel L. Beiler, Jr. of Peach Bottom, 15 grandchildren, 7 step grandchildren, 27 step great grandchildren, and 5 siblings: Hannah wife of the late Amos King of Paradise, David husband of Lizzie Beiler Belier of Narvon, Andrew husband of Ruth Beiler Beiler of Ronks, Amanda wife of the late John Ebersol and the late Elam King of Milverton, Canada, and Elmer husband of Annie King Beiler of Oxford.  Janet L. Risser, age 84 formerly of New Providence, passed away on Monday, September 30, 2024 at the Quarryville Presbyterian Retirement Community.
She was the loving wife of Harry W. Risser, Jr. for 58 years before his passing on April 23, 2020. Born in Revloc, PA, she was the daughter of the late Walter & Augusta Tulowitzki Fahlfeder. She was a member of Calvary Monument Bible Church in Paradise.  Kenneth R. Findley, age 71 of Holtwood, passed away on Monday, September 30, 2024 at his home.
He was the husband of the late Kathryn A. Kipphorn Findley who passed away on September 29, 2021. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of Mary Jane Rineer Smith of Holtwood and the late Richard G. Smith. Ken attended Bethesda United Methodist Church in Holtwood. He worked as a dairy farmer and later co-owned K&K Findley Transport with his wife Kathryn, hauling livestock and providing transportation for Amish. He enjoyed buying Ayrshire cows, hunting and traveling to see the Elk herd in Northern PA.  Mrs. Ruth Ann Long McSparran, 87, passed away at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC, on Sunday, September 29, 2024.
She was born on April 26, 1937, to the late Arthur and Harriet (Eshelman) Long in Lancaster County, PA. She graduated from Solanco High School. Ruth was also very active and enjoyed many sports. She loved all types of crafts, sewing, and quilting. She was an avid baker who always loved baking cookies and cakes. Ruth was a devoted gardener and a reader. She was a homemaker for most of her life, but she also worked various jobs including working as a school librarian. Ruth was always active in her church, wherever she went, teaching Sunday school and being involved any way she could.  Darlene C. Wingler, 75, of Drumore, entered into rest on Friday, September 27, 2024 at Hospice and Community Care after a brief iillness.
Born in Chesterville, MD, she was the daughter of the late Thomas V. and Mary Jane (Sennett) Dixon. She was the loving wife of Henry Russell Wingler for 45 years. Darlene spent many years waitressing at the former Country Coffee in New Providence and also the former Valley View Restaurant in Drumore. She was known for her strong work ethic and friendly demeanor. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  Dolores Ann “Lori” Wilson, 67, of Quarryville, entered into rest on Monday, September 16, 2024 at her home.
Born in Montgomery County, she was the daughter of the late Donald and Dolores Fitch. She was the loving wife of Norman E. Wilson for 34 years. Lori worked as an optometrist assistant. She enjoyed spending time outdoors, especially taking walks and birdwatching. She was a member of Faith Church in Quarryville and also attended Timberline Church in Strasburg.  Margaret M. Stanley, 70, of Drumore, entered into rest at her daughter’s home on Thursday, September 26, 2024.
Born in Marinette, WI, she was the daughter of the late Robert S. and Bette (Drinkard) Miller. She and her devoted husband, Roy A. Stanley had just celebrated 51 years of marriage in August. Peg was a registered nurse and had spent the last 20 years of her career working at Lancaster General Hospital. She was an animal lover and also enjoyed gardening and cross-stitch. Peg was the very first female volunteer fire fighter with the South Media Fire Company.  Jack L. Bates Jr., age 72 of Mountville, passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at his home.
He was born in Lancaster, son of the late Jack L. Bates Sr. and Dorothy Brown Bates Styer, step father Harold J. Styer. Jack enjoyed fishing, boating, hunting, biking, and scuba diving. He is survived by a daughter, Jennifer wife of Chad Engle of Conestoga, a grandson, Colten Bates, 2 sisters: Debra Bates and Donna Bates, a nephew, Michael Bates, and a step mother, Audrey Bates all of Lancaster.  Barbara Jean Johanningsmeier, 89, of Quarryville, PA, formerly of South Lyon, MI, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 22, 2024, at Quarryville Presbyterian Retirement Community. Born in Detroit, she was the daughter of the late Ray Emery Greenwald and Rhea Scott (nee Graham) Greenwald.
Barbara was a graduate of Walled Lake High School, class of 1952. For many years she served as the Vice President and Bookkeeper of their family business, Turfgrass Inc.  Karen M. Swinehart, age 67 of Strasburg, PA, passed away at UPMC Community Osteopathic Hospital in Harrisburg on Monday, September 23, 2024, after her brief battle with cancer.
She was surrounded by her loving family. Karen was a dedicated wife, mother, sister, grammy, aunt and friend. She was the wife of Robert D. “Bob” Swinehart, Jr., with whom she celebrated 48 years of marriage on May 1st. Karen was born in Lancaster, the daughter of the late William Jay Stewart & Virginia Braungart Stewart. She graduated from Lancaster Catholic High School and the Lancaster School of Cosmetology. She spent the majority of her career in healthcare, serving others. She worked primarily as a Patient Care Representative, starting out at St. Joseph Hospital, which later became Lancaster Regional Medical Center and then UPMC. She also kept her cosmetology license active over the years. She took great pride in her work, always reliable with a welcoming, warm smile and a friend to all her coworkers. |
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