Annie Violet Martin, 70, of Lancaster, entered into rest on Thursday, April 18, 2024. Born in Manheim, she was the daughter of the late Ernest C. and Dorothea (Geibe) Martin. Annie attended Solanco High School and was known as a good friend who would often help others with their school work. She loved cats, trips to the beach, classic movies, and spending time with friends and family. Elaine B. Chambers, 76, of Cochranville, PA passed away on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at Christiana Accent Care Hospice, Newark, DE. She was the longtime companion of Charles M. Blevins, Sr. with whom she shared over 30 years. She is survived by her companion, Charles M. Blevins, Sr. and his son, Charles M. Blevins, Jr.; her daughter, Barbara E. Stanton (Fouad Kiamilev), grandson Dylan Ridge Stanton; brother, James Fulton (Ruth); niece, Donna Barone; nephews, Jim Nathlar, Jason Fulton, and Joshua Fulton. She was preceded in death by her sister, Lorraine Irene Nathlar and brother-in-law, Vincent Francis Nathlar. Born in Chadds Ford, PA she was the daughter of the late James Calvin and Irene Catherine Lawrence Fulton. Elaine attended Kennett and Avon Grove High Schools. Elaine went on to pursue accounting at Goldey-Beacom College of Business. She owned and operated her cleaning business for over 40 years. Often her clients became friends; some long-time friendships as well were appreciated. Elvin L. Beiler, 88, of Kinzers died at his residence on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 after a brief illness. Born in Leacock Township, he was the son of the late Christian E. and Rachel S. Lapp Beiler. He was married 68 years on January 14th to the love of his life, Ruth B. Zook Beiler. Surviving in addition to his wife are six children, Clair E, husband of Verna Glick Beiler, Paradise; Loretta J. wife of Eugene Smucker, New Holland; Robert L. husband of Linda Brubaker Beiler, Gap; Lyndon S. husband of Evonne Groff Beiler, Rexville, NY; Galen D. husband of Marcella Hess Beiler, Kinzers; Delbert B. husband of Kristi Nissley Beiler, Millersville; 19 grandchildren and 37 great-grandchildren; one brother, Roman, husband of Fannie Stoltzfus Beiler, Paradise, four sisters, Minerva Beiler Kauffman, Washington County, Mary wife of David King, Mifflinburg, Erma Beiler Zook, Gap, Alta Beiler, Ronks, a brother-in-law, Floyd Stoltzfus, husband of Marilyn Miller Stoltzfus, Gordonville, and sisters-in-law, Lillian Kauffman Beiler and Anna Mary Stoltzfoos Beiler, both of Paradise. Gary M. Tollinger, 62, of Willow Street, passed away on Monday, April 15, 2024, while under the care of Hospice & Community Care, Mount Joy. He was the beloved husband of Patricia A. (Hess) Tollinger, with whom he shared 29 years of marriage. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of Leo N. Tollinger, of Quarryville, and Patsy (Groff) Eller, of Little Britain. Gary had worked for Buck Iron as a tow motor operator. In his early years, he enjoyed going camping. He also loved to hunt and fish and he enjoyed cooking on the grill. Larry G. Trout, age 78, of Lancaster passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2024.
Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Nelson H. and Inez M. Grumbling Trout. Larry worked as a serviceman for L.R. Keperling Appliances. He graduated from Solanco High School, class of 1963. Larry loved to “tinker”, he also enjoyed hunting, and being outdoors. He was the resident gardener at Neffsville, and was known for having a green thumb. He was a member of State Line Baptist Church in Rising Sun MD, where he was known to the congregation as the church’s handyman. If you ever walked through the doors at State Line Baptist Church, Larry was probably holding the door for you. Joseph Aaron Metzler, 75, of Mount Vernon, OH, passed away after a lengthy illness and was received into his Lord and Savior's Care on April 13. Born in Holtwood, PA, he was the son of the late Christian L. and Anna (Walters) Metzler. He was the loving husband of Rhoda (Long) Metzler for 48 years. Joe was a long-time member of the Church of the Nazarene, having attended the United Methodist Church since living in Ohio. He worked for Queen Dairy, Clyde Miller as a dairy farmer, Jerome H. Rhoads, and Ephrata Auto Parts. He also pastored with the Church of the Nazarene for ten years in West Virginia. Joe enjoyed hunting and working on cars for family and friends. Joan K. Groff, age 79 of Lancaster, passed away on Friday, April 12, 2024. She was married to Bruce Groff for 50 years. She was born in Lancaster, daughter of the late Roy J. Sr. and Eleanor Lynn Kauffman. She was a life member of Chestnut Level Presbyterian Church where she was very involved. She enjoyed baking, sewing, traveling and most of all she adored her 3 grandsons. She is survived by a son, Ryan E. husband of Denean Groff of Strasburg, 3 grandsons: Austin, Jack, and Sam, and 6 siblings: Jean Geesey of Lancaster, Janet wife of Spencer Speros of Lancaster, Bob Kauffman of East Petersburg, Ron husband of Sara Kauffman of Holtwood, Judy wife of Norm Henry of Drumore, and Polly Kauffman of Lancaster. Rose Ann Brown, 64, of Palmyra, passed away at her home on Wednesday, April 3, 2024. She was the beloved wife of Robert M. Brown, with whom she shared 13 years of marriage. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of Helen G. (Jeffries) Tyson, of Palmyra, and the late John E. Tyson. Rose was a graduate of Manheim Central High School, class of 1978. She was employed as a Certified Nursing Assistant at Penn State Hershey Medical Center, where she retired from with 24 years of service. Rose was an active volunteer in her community. She served as an EMT with Lawn Ambulance and she served as a firefighter with Lawn Fire Company and Campbelltown Fire Company. She also attended fire school to receive Wildfire Training. James Robert Carr, Jr., 79, of Cochranville, PA, passed away on Wed., April 3, 2024 at Christiana Care, Newark, DE.
Born in West Chester, PA he was the son of the late James Robert, Sr. and Julia Corum Carr. James was a veteran of the US Airforce serving in the Vietnam War. He was self-employed and owned his own trucking company for many years. James enjoyed playing poker and hosting parties at his home for family and friends. He loved life. Della Mae Frantz, age 97, of Smyrna, passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2024, at Lancaster General Hospital. She was the loving wife of the late Harold Frantz who passed away on August 12, 2017. They had shared 70 years of married life. Della Mae was the daughter of the late John W. Jr. and Della Mae Summers Thompson. She was a member of Middle Octorara Presbyterian Church. She graduated from the former Christiana High School and Scott High School. She had worked at Lukens Steel in Coatesville, Millprint in Christiana, and Hamilton Watch Company in Lancaster for over 30 years. She and Harold worked at The Yuletide, the family Christmas shop, for 20 years. |
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