 Eugene Charles Allport, 67, of Nottingham, died on August 19 in his home following a lengthy illness with uveal melanoma. Gene, as he was known to family and friends, was the husband of Julie Ellen Bower Allport with whom he shared 35 years of marriage.
Born on November 14, 1956, he was the eldest child of Helen Phillips Allport and Charles Eugene Allport. Gene was a 1974 graduate of Oxford Area High School. In 1978, he graduated from Millersville University with a degree in Economics. Gene also completed several graduate courses in Finance at Widener University. Gene worked as a financial analyst with a focus on computer applications at W.L. Gore and Associates from 1978 until his retirement in May of 2021. He served as treasurer of the Union cemetery of Fremont from 2010 until his health prompted him to step down in 2024. Gene was a member of Oxford Presbyterian Church. He served 2 terms as a Deacon, including serving a term as Moderator of the Deacons. Lizzie B. Glick, age 90, of 172 Featherbed Lane, Quarryville, passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at the home of her daughter, Sadie Swarey.
She was the wife of the late Amos K. Glick who died August 13, 2022. Born in Gap, she was the daughter of the late Levi S. and Lizzie Lapp Fisher. Lizzie was a member of the Old Order Amish Church. Kathleen C. "Kaye" Hash, 95, of Quarryville died at Lancaster General Hospital, Friday, August 209/4/2024
 Kathleen C. “Kaye” Hash, 95, of Quarryville, entered into rest on Friday, August 30, 2024, at Lancaster General Hospital.
Born in Lancaster County, she was the daughter of the late William and Lona (Davis) Hash. Kaye had been the Chief Operator for Bell Telephone in Philadelphia for many years. She enjoyed playing golf with friends and spending time at her beach house in Avalon, New Jersey. Kaye is survived by a sister, Jean Rathel and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by 9 siblings and her beloved dogs, Muffin and Gabby.  Helen L. Townsley, 95, formerly of Drumore, passed away at Quarryville Presbyterian Retirement Community on Saturday, August 31, 2024.
She was the wife of the late William J. Townsley, Sr. who died December 12, 1999. Born in Quarryville, she was the daughter of the late Jacob and Florence Shirk Eckman. Helen had been employed as a kitchen aide at Quarryville Presbyterian Retirement Community for over 30 years. Helen was a member of Mt. Zion United Methodist Church. She was devoted to taking care of her family.  Donald L. McVey, age 92 of New Providence, passed away on Thursday, August 29, 2024 at Lancaster Nursing and Rehab.
He was the companion of Ardythe M. Gaus for 54 years before her passing on January 14, 2016. Born in Colora, MD, he was the son of the late Roman and Ethel Dawson McVey. Don worked his early years as a farmer and later for Groff’s Scrap Yard. In his free time, he loved going to Rough & Tumble, tinkering with things by taking them apart and putting them back together, and listening to his nephew Ronnie play blue grass music. Don was a strong, hardworking man who took great care of his family.  Bertha Church, 98, of Drumore, entered into rest on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at Lancaster General Hospital.
She was born in Cecil County, Maryland. She was the loving wife of the late James C. Church who passed in 2003. Bertha loved cats, reading her Bible, and doing word puzzles. She will be remembered as a positive person, who never spoke poorly of anyone. Bertha is survived by a daughter, Joyce Golden of Drumore; She was blessed with 45 grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren.  Kenneth R. McClune, 71, of Kirkwood, entered into rest on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at his home.
Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Richard E. and Doris (McNiss) McClune. Ken was a 1971 graduate of Solanco High School and had been employed by Frey Mulch as a welder for many years. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, and especially spending time with his grandsons. Ken is survived by a daughter, Kelly, wife of Brad Groff of Quarryville; a daughter-in-law, Megan McClune of Quarryville; three grandsons: Brantley and Brennan Groff and Jake McClune; a brother Jim, husband of Kathy McClune of Kirkwood; and sister, Linda Graybill of Quarryville. Maida E. Miller, 101, of Quarryville died at Lancaster General Hospital Saturday, August 178/29/2024
 Maida E. Miller, 101, of Quarryville, passed away on August 17th, 2024 at Lancaster General Hospital.
She was born to the late Austin Witscomb Vaghan and Frances Ellen Jeffries in Baltimore, MD and was a graduate of Asbury Park High School, NJ, Class of 1941. Maida was proud to have been a part of the launching of the first Liberty Ship, the "Patrick Henry" and many Victory ships at Bethlehem Steel Fabricating in Curtis Bay, MD during WWII. She enjoyed leading the Air Wing Girl Scout Troop 714, and roller skating as a young woman. She retired from Chesapeake-Potomac Telephone Company of Maryland with 26 years of service in data processing, and moved to East Drumore Township, Lancaster County, where she enjoyed living for 44 years among friends and neighbors. In her time there she volunteered at Quarryville Elementary and Country View Manor. Benjamin B. Zook, age 71, of 1550 River Road, Drumore, passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2024, at Lancaster General Hospital.
He was the husband of Martha K. Fisher Zook. Born in Christiana, he was the son of the late Elam K. and Mary Beiler Zook. Benjamin was a member of the Old Order Amish Church. In addition to his wife, he is survived by 8 children: Samuel F. Zook of Peach Bottom, Susie Mae wife of John Zook of Westminster, MD, Elam F. husband of Suzanna Esh Zook, Alvin F. husband of Mary Beiler Zook, both of Drumore, Isaac F. husband of Shayna Stoots Zook of Street, MD, Barbara F. wife of Wilmer Fisher of New Providence, Mary F. wife of Samuel Smucker of Quarryville, Ruth F. Zook at home, 19 grandchildren, 4 siblings: Reuben B. husband of the late Naomi Zook of Christiana, Sylvia B. wife of Amos Stoltzfus of Millersburg, PA, Anna Mary wife of Benuel Stoltzfus of Honey Brook, John E. husband of Ruth Zook of Kirkwood and the late Sarah Zook.  J. Donald Garber, 70, of Lancaster, entered into rest on Thursday, August 22, 2024, at his home.
Born in Danbury, CT, he was the son of the late Jay N. and June (Kreider) Garber. He was the loving husband of Kimberly Garber for 43 years. Don was the Technology Director for Pequea Valley School District. He was an active member of Crossway Church of Lancaster. In addition to his wife, Don is survived by daughters, Emily and Kate Garber; a granddaughter, Zoe; and a sister, Donna, wife of Alex Mercer. He was preceded in death by his son, Jeffrey Garber. |
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