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Workman Funeral Homes, Inc.

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Mountville, PA, 17554
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Beverly J. Boyd

January 5, 2017 Gregory Workman

Beverly J. Boyd, 84, of Mountville, passed away on Tuesday, January 3, 2017 at the Mennonite Home. She was the wife of W. Craig Boyd to whom she was married for 58 years. She was born in Harrisburg, daughter of the late Jesse Jacob and Sara Catherine Sixeas Klock. She was of the Lutheran Faith, a graduate of Shippensburg State University, Class of 1954, an animal lover, and always had dogs or cats.

Surviving in addition to her husband, two sons: C. David (Wendy D.) Boyd, Shillington and L. Allan (Gabriele) Boyd, Manheim. Two grandsons: Andrew D. Vitalo and Zachary D. Boyd.

The Funeral Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville on Monday, January 9, 2017 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Mary Anne Kingsborough, officiating. Interment in Mountville Cemetery. Friends may call from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: The Best Little Cathouse in PA, P.O. Box 6346, Harrisburg, PA 17112. To send an online condolence, visit the condolences page.

Laura R. Gomez

January 4, 2017 Gregory Workman

Laura Rene Richards Gomez, 52, of Mount Joy passed away on Friday, December 30, 2016. She was the wife of the late Robert Gomez whom she married on November 23, 1985. She was born in Michigan, daughter of Wesley Richards and the late Janet Bower Richards. Laura previously worked at Fulton Bank as a Loan Processor. She loved her family and her late husband and had planned her life around them. Family was very important to her. She also loved animals and had a terrific sense of humor.

Surviving in addition to her father, one daughter: Rebekah E. (Ben) Hoh, Mount Joy, and one son: Wesley A. Gomez (Companion of Sasafras Gingrich, Lancaster. Four sisters: Amanda Adkins, Julia Shehan, Kathleen Darragh, and Jessica Richards.

The Memorial Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville, on FRIDAY, JANUARY 13, 2017, AT 2:00 PM. Interment will be in Poughkeepsie Rural Cemetery, Poughkeepsie, NY. Memorial contributions may be made to the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Doris M. Dellen

January 3, 2017 Gregory Workman

Doris M. Dellen, 89, of Columbia, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, January 2, 2017 at Lancaster General Hospital. She was the wife of the late Francis A. Dellen, Sr. who passed away in 1990. She was born in Columbia, daughter of the late John W. and Helen Mae Musser Hippey. She worked at the former Penn Supreme Milk Bar for 17 years. She attended Wrightsville Assembly of God and was a woman of great faith. She loved Philadelphia Phillies baseball, and feeding the squirrels and cats at the Trinity House Apartments.

She is survived by one niece, one nephew, seven grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren and one great-great grandson. She was preceded in death by one son: Francis A. Dellen, Jr. One daughter: Diana Hake. One granddaughter: Katrina Lightcap. One brother: Robert Hippey.

The Memorial Service will be held at Wrightsville Assembly of God, 365 Orange Street, Wrightsville, PA 17368 on Saturday, January 7, 2017 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Aaron McNatt, officiating. Private interment will be in Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens. Light refreshments will be served following the service. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Wrightsville Assembly of God. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Columbia/Mountville. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Ronald J. Kissinger

January 3, 2017 Gregory Workman

Ronald J. Kissinger, 55, of Marietta, passed away on Sunday, January 1, 2017, following a brief illness. He was the husband of Tina M. Yingling Kissinger, with whom he was together for 22 ½ years. He was born in Lancaster, son of the late Harold G. and Catharine E. Klinger Kissinger. He was an over-the-road truck driver for several years. He was a veteran of the US Navy; a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints; and was a train enthusiast, enjoying watching them and taking photos. Ron was also a secretary in the Boy Scout’s for a few years.

Surviving in addition to his wife, one brother: Donald L. (Sue) Kissinger. One brother-in-law: Roger Young. Numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one sister: Marilynn Young.

A Private Service will be held for the family with interment in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery with Full Military Honors. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: the Strasburg Railroad Museum or a local Boy Scout Troop. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Columbia/Mountville. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Louis R. McCreight

December 31, 2016 Gregory Workman

Louis R. McCreight, 94, of Woodcrest Villa, passed away on Thursday, December 29, 2016 at Lancaster General Hospital. He was the husband of Malvina E. Smith McCreight with whom he celebrated their 64th wedding anniversary on October 15, 2016. He was born in Zion, IL, son of the late Ralph B. and Phronia Benkendorf McCreight. Louis had a distinguished career in the atomic and aerospace fields, starting with being an Assistant Research Associate at MIT for the Manhattan Project (1944-45); Knolls Atomic Power Lab (1949-55); Manager of Materials Research and Development at General Electric Missile and Space Division (1955-81), where he held numerous US Patents. He furthered his career as Director of Materials Science Lab at Aerospace Corp, Segunda, CA from 1981 until his retirement in 1992.

Louis held both a BS and MS in Ceramic Engineering from the University of Illinois. He was very active in the Boy Scouts, including president of the Chester County Council (1979-81); Vice-president of the Upper Main Line YMCA (1973-81); Officer of American Ceramic Society; ASTM Research Committee; and Materials Research Society. Louis was also a member of First Presbyterian Church, Lancaster.

Surviving in addition to his wife, one son: Brian R. (Paula L.) McCreight, Washington Boro. One daughter: Barbara L. McCreight, San Jose, CA. Four grandchildren: Owen M., Tyler S., Chloe E. A., and Taylor N.T. McCreight. Three great-grandchildren: Kira Heaps, Owen M., Jr., and Braelyn A. McCreight. He was preceded in death by one sister and three brothers.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at Eagle Commons at Woodcrest Villa, 2001 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster on Monday, January 2, 2017 at 1:00 P.M. with Chaplain Mim Cruz, officiating. The Family will greet friends following the service. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: The Salvation Army, 131 S. Queen St., Lancaster, PA 17603 or the College of Engineering, University of Illilnois, 1308 W. Green St., Urbana, IL 61801. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

James E. Weaver, Jr.

December 28, 2016 Gregory Workman

James E. Weaver, Jr., 75, of Lancaster, passed away on Tuesday, December 27, 2016. He was the husband of Carlene D. Rupert Weaver, with whom he would have celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary on March 31, 2017. He was born in Lancaster, son of the late James E., Sr. and Virginia Patterson Weaver. Jim worked as a parts manager for R.S. Hollinger & Son, Inc. for 26 years before his retirement in 2016. He enjoyed watching TV, loved going to Disney World, to the shore at Wildwood, NJ, and his children.

Surviving in addition to his wife, his children: Denise L. Delmotte, Christine L. Stedmen, and James E. Weaver, III. Numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren and four sisters.

The Funeral Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville on Tuesday, January 3, 2017 at 1:00 P.M. with Pastor Charles A. Deutsch, officiating. Interment in Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens. Friends may call from 12:00 Noon to 1:00 P.M. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Margaret C. Heisey

December 27, 2016 Gregory Workman

Margaret C. Heisey, 98, formerly of Marietta and Mountville, passed away on Tuesday, December 27, 2016 at Oak Leaf Manor-North. She was the wife of the late William H. Heisey, who passed away in 1982. She was born in Marietta, daughter of the late Joseph N. and Agnes Kearney Carroll. She was a member of Donegal Presbyterian Church where she was the first woman elder of the church. A graduate of Marietta High School, Class of 1936 and the Lancaster Business College. She was a member for 60 plus years of the Farm Women’s Society #8; Star Route Mail Contractors Women’s Auxiliary; and a life member of the Mount Joy Leisure Club.

She is survived by one daughter: Ann (Don) Splain. Two grandchildren. Five great-grandchildren. One brother: Charles Carroll. She was preceded in death by three brothers: Joseph, James, and Roy Carroll. Two sisters: Mary Ann Carroll and Agnes Houseal.

The Memorial Service will be held at Donegal Presbyterian Church, 1891 Donegal Springs Road, Mount Joy, on Saturday, December 31, 2016 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Matthew D. Randolph, officiating. Interment in the adjoining church cemetery. Visitation will be held from 10:30 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: the Endowment Fund of Donegal Presbyterian Church. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Columbia/Mountville. To send an online condolence, visit, the condolence page.

Dorothy E. Ault

December 26, 2016 Gregory Workman

Dorothy E. Ault, 93, formerly of Mountville, passed away on Saturday, December 24, 2016. She was the wife of the late William H. Ault who passed away on May 13, 2001. She was born in Mountville, daughter of the late Wilhelm and Sadie Blumenshine Lockard. She attended The Lord’s House of Prayer. She enjoyed hooking rugs, collecting antiques, having her house featured in Country Living Magazine, cooking, and canning. She was a member of the Senior Club (Recycled Teenagers Club). Her life was transformed by the power of Jesus through forgiveness and love, and she had an attitude of being thankful and believing the best. She will be greatly missed by her family.

She is survived by four grandchildren: Tammy Rine, Debbie Kroll, Lisa Lee, and Matthew Kroll. Seven great-grandchildren: Todd Rine, Kyle Rine, Lauren Rine, Rebekah Kroll, Areanna Kroll, Taylor Lee, and Mikayla Lee. Two great-great-grandchildren: Ella McDonald and Brooklyn Monroe Shot. She was preceded in death by two daughters: Barbara Ann Kroll and Dotty Davis.

The Funeral Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc. 114 West Main Street, Mountville on Thursday, December 29, 2016 at 6:00 P.M. with her grandson, Pastor Matthew J. Kroll, officiating. Private interment in Mountville Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5:30 P.M. to 6:30 P.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: The Lord’s House of Prayer, 133 East Vine Street, Lancaster, PA 17602. To send an online condolence visit the condolences page.

Irene G. Deets

December 22, 2016 Gregory Workman

Irene G. Deets, 82, of Columbia, passed away on Wednesday, December 21, 2016. She was the wife of the late Oscar Deets, who passed away in 1993. She was born in Columbia, daughter of the late Charles H. and Irene Bachman VonStetten. Irene was very active as an Avon Representative for more than 30 years and enjoyed reading, going to the library and the movies, her family, especially her grandchildren and great-granddaughter.

She is survived by her children: Lynn Ann (Earl) Musser, Barry L. Deets, Steven O. (Sheri) Deets, all of Columbia and Charles W. Deets (partner of Richard Kepley), Lebanon. Eight grandchildren and one great-granddaughter.

The Memorial Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 31 South Eighth Street, Columbia on Tuesday, December 27, 2016 at 11:00 A.M. with Rev. Tom Grubbs, officiating. Interment in Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens. Visitation from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions made in her memory to: the Kitchen Committee at Columbia United Methodist Church, 510 Walnut St., Columbia, PA 17512. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Donald G. Przybylinski

December 16, 2016 Gregory Workman

Donald G. Przybylinski, age 81, passed away on Tuesday, December 13, 2016 at his home in Lower Windsor Twp. He was the husband of Juanita, his wife of 34 years. He was born in Michigan city, Indiana, son of the late Alex and Cecilia Przybylinski. Donald attended Purdue, Notre Dame, and Indiana Universities before receiving his Law Degree from George Washington University in Washington, D.C. He was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, and was a veteran of the US Army, serving in Germany during the Cold War, after which he entered Federal Service. Among his many positions with the Federal Government, Donald served for 14 years as the Special Counsel for the Office of Hearings and Appeals, Social Security Administration in the Washington, D.C. area. It was acknowledged by the agency that he was the guardian of ethical considerations and conscience. He was also acknowledged for his presentations before various national legal organizations.

Surviving in addition to his wife, Juanita, two brothers: Thomas and Robert Przybylinski. He was also the loving step-father of Diane Sevier and David and Karen Miller. He was the grandfather of Stephen and Dakota Sevier, and Christopher, Jessica and Francis Miller. He was preceded in death by one brother: Gregory Przybylinski.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 409 Cherry Street, Columbia, on Tuesday at 10:00 A.M. with Rev. Stephen P. Kelley, celebrant. Final Commendation and Farewell will be in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery with Full Military Honors. Friends may call at the church from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Columbia/Mountville. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Jean L. McCoy McMahon

December 13, 2016 Gregory Workman

Jean L. McCoy McMahon, 86, of Mountville, passed away on Tuesday, December 13, 2016 at Masonic Village. She was the wife of the late John F. “Jack” McMahon who passed away on October 21, 2014. She was born in Loysville, daughter of the late John and Stella Neely McCoy. She was a homemaker and the caregiver for her family. Jean was a member of Holy Spirit Lutheran Church, and for several years, served on the Evangelist Committee. She enjoyed writing children’s poems for her grandchildren, planting her flower beds, and reading.

She is survived by three daughters: Christine (David) Moss, Corona, NM; Susan and Stephanie McMahon, both of Mountville. Two grandchildren: Christopher (Janelle) Moss, Lancaster, and Leah (Michael) Parham, Charlotte, NC. Two great-grandsons: Ean and Wyatt Parham. Two nieces and one nephew. She was preceded in death by one son: Michael McMahon; and one sister: Patricia Long.

The Memorial Service will be held at Holy Spirit Lutheran Church, 3131 Columbia Ave., Lancaster, on Friday, December 16, 2016 at 1:00 P.M. with Rev. Clifton D. Eshbach, officiating. Private interment in Holy Trinity Catholic Cemetery. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Central PA Food Bank, 3908 Corey Rd., Harrisburg, PA 17109. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Robert E. Haines

December 11, 2016 Gregory Workman

Robert E. Haines, 77, of Lancaster, passed away on Saturday, December 10, 2016. He was born in Coatesville, son of the late George E. and Sara T. Fuller Haines. He was a laborer for Armstrong World Industries for 38 years before his retirement in 2002. He attended Historic St. Mary’s Catholic Church and was a veteran of the US Army. He was a member of AMVETS Post #19; the American Legion Post #466; VFW Red Rose Memorial Post #2435; and Chickies Rock Lodge #307 Order of the Moose. He also enjoyed hunting.

Robert is survived by his children: George E. (Judith A.) Haines; Julie A. (Keith A.) Kirchner; Scott D. Haines, all of Lancaster; and Robert J. (Susan) Spangler, Nottingham. Five grandchildren. One great-granddaughter. One brother: Charles Haines, Lititz. Two sisters: Agnes Haines, Lancaster; and Betty Shirk, Mountville. He was preceded in death by one sister: Anne Elbert.

The Funeral Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville, on Thursday, December 15, 2016 at 10:00 A.M. Interment in St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery with Full Military Honors. Friends may call at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., on Wednesday from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. and also on Thursday from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: Hospice and Community Care, PO Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Evelyn M. Somers

December 3, 2016 Gregory Workman

Evelyn M. Somers, 87, of Lancaster, formerly of Norvelt, passed away on Friday, December2, 2016 at St. Anne’s Retirement Community, Columbia, PA. She was the wife of the late Robert E. Somers, who passed away in 1994. She was born in United, daughter of the late Jacob and Josephine Frances Schick Lowther. Evelyn was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church and the Ladies Auxiliary of Pleasant Unity Memorial Post #8643. She also enjoyed her family.

She is survived by: James E. Fox, Lancaster, husband of the late Debra A. Fox. Two grandchildren: Heather L. wife of Mike V. Mailus, Millersville and Eric R. husband of Kristi L. Stahlman, Lancaster. Five great-grandchildren. In addition to her daughter, she was preceded in death by two brothers.

The Memorial Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville on Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at 11:00 A.M. with Rev. David D. Kreider, officiating. Interment in Hillview Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: the American Cancer Society, 314 Good Dr., Lancaster, PA 17603.

Paris G. "MUTT" Sauder, Sr.

December 1, 2016 Gregory Workman

Paris G. “MUTT” Sauder, Sr., 76, of Columbia, passed away on Tuesday, November 29, 2016 at home. He was the husband of Lois D. Feltch Sauder, to whom he was married for 57 years. MUTT was born in Columbia, son of the late Harry and Ruth Adamier Sauder. He was a molder for Donsco, Inc. for 35 years. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially hunting, his cabin, dogs, farming, and his family.

Surviving in addition to his wife, his children: Deborah J. Bohn, Paris G. Sauder, Jr., and Glenn A. Sauder, Sr. Nine grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandson. Three brothers and two sisters. He was preceded in death by one son: Michael Sauder and one daughter: Sherry Sauder.

The Funeral Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville on Saturday, December 3, 2016 at 10:00 A.M. with Rev. Lawrence S. Moir, officiating. Interment in Habecker Mennonite Cemetery. Friends may call from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made to the family and sent to the funeral home. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Gregory Alan Diller

November 29, 2016 Gregory Workman

Gregory Allen Diller, 55, of Lancaster, passed away on Thursday, November 24, 2016 at home. He was the husband of Kimberly K. Ort Diller, to whom he was married for 22 years. He was born in Lancaster, son of the late Donald M., Sr. and Dorothy J. Yuninger Diller. Greg was a machinist, having worked for various companies. He was an avid NASCAR fan who enjoyed going to the beach and the mountains, surf fishing, and photography.

Surviving in addition to his wife, one son: Seth A. Diller, Lancaster. One step-daughter: Nickey Buckius, Millersville. Two brothers: Donald M. (Phyllis) Diller, Jr. and Richard C. (Eva) Diller, all of Lancaster. One sister: Laura B. (Wesley R.) Funk, Lancaster.

A Private Service will be held for the family with interment in Conestoga Memorial Park. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Charles E. "Chip" Schlossman

November 26, 2016 Gregory Workman

Charles E. “Chip” Schlossman, 86, of Mountville, passed away on Friday, November 25, 2016 at Lancaster Regional Medical Center. He was the husband of Martha Eleanor Eves Schlossman with whom he celebrated their 62nd wedding anniversary on June 26, 2016. He was born in Mountville, son of the late Frank P. and Edith N. Schlossman. He was a machinist for Armstrong World Industries for 23 years before his retirement in 1993. He was a member of St. Paul’s United Methodist Church;  a veteran of the US Army, serving during the Korean Conflict; a lifetime member of Mountville Fire Company and Reese-Hall VFW Post 8757; a member of the American Legion Post #429, Ephrata; Columbia Lodge #286 F&AM; Harrisburg Consistory; and the Zembo Shrine. He was an avid Penn State football and Philadelphia Fliers fan. He enjoyed collecting trains, tending to his rosebushes and lawn, and spending time with his family.

Surviving in addition to his wife, one son: Michael E. (Peggy) Schlossman, and one daughter: Dawn E. (Michael) Bullock, all of Mountville. Four grandchildren: Alison (Brandon) Keener, Mount Joy; Cailin (Nevin) Geesey, Chambersburg; Gregory M. and Kevin C. Bullock, both of Mountville. He was preceded in death by one sister: Grace Hemperly.

The Funeral Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville, on Wednesday, November 30, 2016 at 2:00 P.M. Interment in Silver Spring Cemetery with Full Military Honors. Friends may call from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. Masonic Service will be held at 1:45 P.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: American Heart Association, 610 Community Way, Lancaster, PA 17603. To send an online condolence visit the condolence page.

Larry C. Trice, Sr.

November 21, 2016 Gregory Workman

Larry C. Trice, Sr., 65, of Mountville, passed away on Saturday, November 19, 2016. He was the husband of Valli Trice with whom he shared 22 years of marriage. He was born in Coatesville, son of the late Luke and Delores Brooks Trice. He worked for Burnham Corp. for 12 years and, Kerr Glass for 24 years, before his retirement in 2006. Following his retirement, he worked part-time as a maintenance person at Tanger Outlets. He was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed golfing, NASCAR, dancing, and his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Surviving in addition to his wife, two sons: Larry Trice, Jr. and Michael Trice. One daughter: Kim (Douglas) Sheppard, all of Lancaster. One step-son: Lonnie (Crystal) Ashford, Manheim. One step-daughter: Michele Ashford, Millersville. Fifteen grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren. Two brothers: Palmer (Dolores) Trice, Las Vegas, and Carl Trice, Coatesville. One step-brother: Bill (Jenny) Jenkins, Coatesville. He was preceded in death by one sister: Cheryl Marsh.

The Memorial Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville on SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2016, at 2:00 P.M. with visitation from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: the Alzheimer’s Association, 3544 N. Progress Ave., Harrisburg, PA 17110. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

 

 

Charles E. Douts, Sr.

November 2, 2016 Gregory Workman

Charles E. Douts, Sr., 89, of Washington Boro, passed away on Wednesday, November 2, 2016. He was the husband of Lottie E. Duke Douts with whom he celebrated their 71st wedding anniversary on February 19, 2016. Charlie was born in rural Mt. Nebo,  son of the late Emerson and Mary Walton Douts and grew up there during the Great Depression. Like many of his generation, he learned how to be content with little, and appreciated friends and family. He had compassion for those who were truly needy, and lent a hand with his talents and skills without expecting any compensation. Charlie was a member of Washington Boro Church of God  and was a veteran of the US Navy serving during WWII. Following his military service, he pursued education at Steven’s Trade, Lancaster, becoming an electrician with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Reading. He enjoyed his family, and camping activities at the beach and the mountains. Charlie was an avid gardener, who raised Washington Boro tomatoes and sweet Corn. He took pride in helping his children and family with various construction projects by providing electrical service for their homes, and building additions. He was a charter member of the Washington Boro Society for Susquehanna River Heritage and volunteered with his son Larry, to provide electrical service at the Blue Rock Heritage Center. Charlie also installed the electrical service to the Washington Boro Fire Company building which was constructed in 1970.

Surviving in addition to his wife, his 5 children: Larry E. (Joyce) Douts; Mary Ann (Charles) Barnett; Charles E. (Catherine) Douts, Jr.; Keith B. Douts; and Greg A. (Wendy) Douts. Eleven grandchildren. Nineteen great-grandchildren. One sister: Jane Tomlinson. He was preceded in death by two brothers, and one sister.

The Douts Family would like to give a special thank you to the nursing staff of Susquehanna Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for the care shown to them.

The Funeral Service will be held at Washington Boro Church of God, 115 Rockfish Street, Washington Boro, on Saturday, November 5, 2016 at 11:00 A.M. with Charles E. Douts, Jr. and Pastor Dennis K. Regitz, officiating. Interment in the adjoining cemetery with Full Military Honors. Friends may call at the church from 9:30 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: the PA Wounded Warrior Project, Inc., 1117 Country Club Rd., Camp Hill, PA 17011. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Columbia/Mountville. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Michael Owen Campbell

October 26, 2016 Gregory Workman

Michael Owen Campbell, 64, of Lancaster, was called home by the Lord when he passed away on Friday, October 21, 2016. He was born in Bellevue, son of the late Donald H. and Virginia Bogman Campbell. He was the husband of Debra A. Kuchar Campbell, the love of his life, for over twenty year.

Michael graduated from Hempfield High School, (Westmoreland County) and obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 1974 and received additional education in Engineering technology from Penn State University in 1993. He excelled at his profession, becoming the Regional Sales and Marketing Development Manager for Elgiloy Specialty Metals, Elgin, IL. He was previously employed by Ametek Precision Metals in Lancaster. Michael was a member of the Hempfield United Methodist Church, and was an avid Harley Davidson rider. He enjoyed his life; his pets: Punkin and Maggie; and spending time in his backyard paradise with his wife, Debra.

Surviving in addition to his wife, his son, who he took great pride in: US Army Captain Ryan Campbell, of the 10th Mountain Division, who is the husband of Jessica, Fort Drum, NY. One step-daughter: Stacey Staddie, wife of US Master Sergeant Kevin L. Staddie, Brookings, SD. Two grandchildren: Aiden and Kaitlyn. Two brothers: Gregory Campbell, husband of Elaine, Greenville, SC, and Bryan Campbell, husband of Kela, Irwin, PA. Three nephews: Andrew, Mathew, and Jeremy. Two nieces: Meredith and Brooke.

Friends and family are invited to a Memorial Service to celebrate the life of Michael, at Hempfield United Methodist Church, 3050 Marietta Avenue, Lancaster, on Saturday, October 29, 2016 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor John F. Longmire, officiating. Visitation will be from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. A luncheon will be served following the service from 12:00 Noon to 1:30 P.M. In lieu of flowers, should friends desire, contributions may be sent to the Pet Pantry of Lancaster County, 26 Millersville Rd., Lancaster, PA 17603. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence visit our condolence page.

Willie L. Payne

October 17, 2016 Gregory Workman

Willie L. Payne, 84, of Lancaster, passed away on Saturday, October 15, 2016. He was the husband of Eloise Redmon Payne, to whom he was married for over 60 years. He was born in Barnard, NC, son of the late Emmitte and Maude Roberts Payne. He was a professor at North Carolina State University before entering the Poultry Industry and was a vice-president of live production having worked for Perdue, Pennfield, and retired from Marshall Durbin in 1996. He was a graduate of Walnut High School, Walnut, North Carolina; a graduate of North Carolina State University; and the University of Maryland, where he received his Doctoral Degree. He was a veteran of the US Navy during the Korean Conflict; a member of Manor Church, attended Hempfield United Methodist Church, where he enjoyed participating in their Bible Study. He enjoyed golfing, wood-working, his computer, and his family.

Surviving in addition to his wife, one son: Leonard R. (Robin) Payne. One daughter: Nancy L. (James) Kelly. Three grandchildren: Amy (Mike) Splain, Zachary (Ally) Payne and Cyndi (Tim) Meredith. Three great-grandchildren: Collin, Tori, and Gabi Meredith. One niece and two nephews. One sister-in-law: Sue Payne. He was preceded in death by one brother: Billy F. Payne.

The Funeral Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville on Friday, October 21, 2016 at 11:00 A.M. with Rev. Bruce L. Lefever and Rev. John B. Hawbaker, officiating. Interment in Manor Church Cemetery with Full Military Honors. Friends may call from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: Manor Church, 530 Central Manor Road, Lancaster, PA 17603. To send an online condolence visit the condolence page.

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