Theodore (Ted) Heaps, 52, of Lebanon, PA formerly of Manheim, passed away Sunday, February 12, 2017. He is survived by his wife Lisa (Price) Heaps, son Alex Heaps, at home and daughter Alexis Mitchell, wife of Anthony Mitchell; brother Tyrone Heaps, husband of Jennifer Heaps, sister Tina Gallo, wife of Ken Gallo, and sister, Tanya Heaps. He was preceded in death by his parents Ronald and Vicki Heaps. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made at https://www.gofundme.com/for-the-family-of-ted-heaps. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.
Ella N. Shaiebly
Ella N. Shaiebly, 88, of St. Anne’s Retirement Community, joyfully entered heaven on Monday morning, February 13, 2017. She was the wife of the late Paul E. Shaiebly, who passed away in 2009. Ella was born in Manheim, daughter of the late Benjamin and Ella Shenk Nissley and was the last survivor of eight siblings. She worked at Martin’s Hatchery for 17 years. Raising eight children was her greatest delight and accomplishment in life and she leaves her love here for them and their children. She enjoyed cooking, puzzles, sewing, music, and visits from her children, grand, great-grand, and great-great-grandchildren. Her greatest passion in life was to help others and is remembered for her quiet acts of kindness. Even in death, she has given the ultimate sacrifice of donating her body for medical research in hopes that others will not need to suffer from her rare type of cancer.
She is survived by step-children Betty (Bill) Esbenshade; Dot (Clair) Barkle; Esther (Bob) Jeffers and children Martha (Jim) Kautz and Ellen Katie (James) McGinnis; daughter-in-law Doris (Mylin) and the late James Shaiebly; 17 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren and 20 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by step-daughter Nancy Shaiebly and step-sons Eugene and James Shaiebly.
A Memorial Service will be held at Central Manor Church of God, 387 Penn Street, Washington Boro, PA 17582, on SATURDAY, MARCH 4, 2017 at 10:00 A.M. with Rev. Ed Rosenberry, and Chaplain Dan Derk, officiating. Visitation will be held from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M. In honor of her life, contributions may be made to: St. Anne’s Retirement Community Benevolence Fund or Hospice and Community Care. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Columbia/Mountville. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.
Anthony Agruso
Anthony Agruso, 61, of Columbia, passed away on Thursday, February 9, 2017. He was the husband of Lydia M. Kaufman Agruso with whom he would have celebrated their 26th wedding anniversary on June 14, 2017. He was born in New York City, son of Teresa Radman Karson, Columbia and the late Natale Agruso. Anthony worked with Broadway Plays in New York City.
Surviving in addition to his wife and mother, one brother: Joseph Agruso. Two sisters: Anne Marie LoPinto and Margaret Reader. He was preceded in death by two brothers: Vito Agruso and Mateo Agruso.
Services will be private. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Columbia/Mountville. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.
Clarence L. Laird, Jr.
Clarence L. Laird, Jr., 86, of Mountville passed away on Saturday, February 4, 2017 at Manor Care Health Services. He was the husband of the late Glorianna S. Laird who passed away on February 15, 2014. He was born in Orbisonia, son of the late Clarence L., Sr. and Darlie Jane Mitchell Laird. He worked in Maintenance for Armstrong World Industries for 20 years, and Home Taste Bakery, Huntingdon for 15 years before he retired in 1992. He was a veteran of the US Army, serving during the Korean Conflict and was a member of Reese-Hall VFW Post #8757. Clarence loved his family, boating on the Bush River in Maryland, Dirt-track racing, traveling and dancing.
He is survived by his children: Richard (Tina) Laird, Huntingdon; Michael (Kathy) Laird, Bellefonte; and William (the late Judy) Laird, Barree, PA. Step-children: Bonnie (Duane) Deardorff, Morristown, TN; Ross (Carol) Keene, Mountville; and I. Suzanne (L. Thomas) Hultzapple, Temple, PA. Sixteen grandchildren, eighteen great-granchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren. One sister: Marian J. Wible, Orbisonia. He was preceded in death by one granddaughter: Elizabeth Laird; his twin brother: Edward Laird; and one sister: Hazel Raff.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville on Thursday, February 9, 2017 at 12:00 Noon. Interment in Riverview Burial Park with Full Military Honors. Friends may call from 11:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.
Emmy L. Ezren
Emmy L. Ezren, 81, of Lancaster, passed away on Thursday, February 2, 2017 at Hamilton Arms Center. She was the wife of the late Charles Ezren, Jr. to whom she was married for 57 years before he passed away on December 7, 2015. She was born in Colerain Twp., daughter of the late Samuel H. and Myrtle B. Thomas Groff. Emmy worked at Y & S Candies for 20 years before retiring in 1999. She was a member of Concordia Evangelical Lutheran Church and enjoyed gardening, flowers, going to the shore at Rehoboth Beach, cooking for family holiday dinners, and spending time with her grandchildren.
Surviving are her children: Sharon L. (Ed) Fisher, Lancaster; Barry C. (Lisa) Ezren, Rexmont; Debra M. (Scott) Wolfe, Mountville; and Denise G. (Jeff) Hartman, Lititz. Eleven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Three brothers: Samuel T. (Connie) Groff, Peach Bottom; Donald Groff, Weichert; and Robert Groff, Beaver Springs.
The Memorial Service will be held at Concordia Evangelical Lutheran Church, 3825 Concordia Road, Columbia, PA 17512 on Wednesday, February 8, 2017 at 11:00 A.M. with Rev. Mary Anne Kingsborough, officiating. Interment in the adjoining church 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: Concordia Evangelical Lutheran Church. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.
David S. Long
David S. Long, 44, of Mountville, passed away on Saturday, January 28, 2017. He was born in Charleston, SC, son of the late David Long and Deborah A. Vestri Long, Mountville. David worked in construction.
Surviving in addition to his mother are his grandfather, uncle, aunt and other relatives and friends.
A Private Service will be held for the family. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.
Vera M. Charles
Vera M. Charles, 85, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 30, 2017 at St. Anne’s Retirement Community, following a short illness. She was the wife of Eugene A. Charles with whom she celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on September 15, 2016. She was born in New Danville, daughter of the late Harry T. and Ethel Wappenstein Herr. She worked in the office of Jerome H. Rhoades, Inc. for 22 years before her retirement in 1971. She was a member of Central Manor Church of God for 58 years. Vera was a graduate of Penn Manor High School, Class of 1949. She collected antiques and was a dealer for 28 years, doing many shows in Lancaster County and York County. She enjoyed gardening, flowers, freezing and canning fruits and vegetables, having grown them in her own garden.
The Funeral Service will be held at Central Manor Church of God, 387 Penn Street, Washington Boro on Friday, February 3, 2017 at 11:00 A.M. with Rev. Ed Rosenberry, officiating. Private interment will be in Conestoga Memorial Park. Friends may call at the church from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Help the Fight, Cancer Fund: 143 Oakridge Drive, Mountville, PA 17554. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.
Doris M. Reisinger
Doris M. Reisinger, 87, of Columbia, passed away on Monday, January 30, 2017 at Lancaster General Hospital. She was born in York, daughter of the late Edward and Anita Weaver Hilliar. Doris was a cook at Hinkle's Pharmacy for many years.
She is survived by four sons: Dennis a. Reisinger; Donald R. (Susan) Reisinger; David E. (Deborah) Reisinger; and Robert E. Sopko. Five grandchildren. Two great-grandchildren. One brother: Raymond Hilliar. Doris was preceded in death by one brother: Robert Hilliar.
A Private Service will be held for the family. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Columbia/Mountville. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.
Beatrice M. Boyd
Beatrice M. Burley Boyd, 94, formerly of Mountville, passed away on Saturday, January 28, 2017 at Masonic Village. She was the wife of the late Norman A. Boyd, who passed away in 2005. She was born in Manchester, England, daughter of the late Arthur F. and Ella Hewitt Burley. She worked as a bank receptionist in Worcester, MA for 20 years before her retirement in 1987. Beatrice served in the Women’s Royal Air Force during WWII (1942-1945). She was a member of Church of the Apostles, United Church of Christ. And enjoyed gardening, sewing, cooking, needle work and spending time with her family.
She is survived by one daughter: Christine B. (Norman) Fortier, Lancaster. One son: Andrew (Martha) Boyd, Shrewsbury, MA. Four grandchildren: Jamie A. Fortier, Jillian L. Stauffer, Victoria A. McCarthy, and Simon Boyd. Seven great-grandchildren: Gabrielle Fortier, Marc Fortier, Juliette Boyd, Naomi Boyd, Andrew Boyd, Lucille McCarthy, and Brady Stauffer.
A Private Service will be held for the family. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.
Myrtle K. Barto
Myrtle K. Barto, 87, of Landis Homes, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 22, 2017 at Lancaster General Hospital. She was the wife of the late Daniel E. Barto, who passed away on July 27, 2010. She was born in Pottstown, daughter of the late Herbert W. and Elizabeth Koch Bean. Myrtle was a loving wife and mother of five children, devoted to her family. In high school she was varsity captain of her field hockey team. She enjoyed a lifetime of singing in her church choirs and had a beautiful soprano voice. Her love of flowers and passion for gardening made this her favorite pastime. She also loved cooking and baking and made many wonderful meals. Myrtle and her family also went on many family vacations and traveled to many wonderful places. She and her husband Daniel moved from Pottstown to Willow Street in 1965. They retired to Colorado, where they enjoyed hiking, jeeping, and fishing for 10 years before returning to Lancaster. Myrtle spent the last three years, happily, at Landis Homes, where she was blessed by special friends and a wonderful staff.
Surviving are three sons: Larry D. husband of Sandra J. (Hull) Barto, Spicewood, TX; Thomas L. husband of Laura A. (Barnhill) Barto, Wheaton, IL; and David A. Barto, Lancaster. Two daughters: Linda S. Hagen companion of Dennis M. Davin, Pittsburgh; and Debra A. wife of Anthony D. Vital, Jr., Lancaster. Nine grandchildren: Eric Barto, Cheryl (Barto) Shoults; Cindy Barto; Danielle (Barto) Gosky; Chelsea Hagen; Dylan Vital; Jeremy Vital; Courtney (Vital) Kriebs; and Jesse Vital. Six great-grandchildren: Peyton Barto; Karter Barto; Liv Kriebs; Mia Kriebs; Royce Vital; and Daniel Shoults (Due March 14). Four siblings: Arline (Bean) Gohean; Ethel (Bean) Miller; Martha (Bean) Baynes; and Ronald Bean. She was preceded in death by two brothers: Harold Bean, and Carl Bean.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville, on Sunday, January 29, 2017 at 2:00 P.M. with Chaplain Cindy Barto, officiating. Interment in Mountville Cemetery. Friends may call from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Landis Homes Caring Fund, 1001 East Oregon Road, Lititz, PA 17543. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.
Lieutenant Colonel Douglass Greene, (Retired)
Lieutenant Colonel Douglass Greene, Retired, 92, of Columbia. passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 22, 2017 at Hospice and Community Care, Mount Joy, with his loving family by his side. He previously resided in the Memory Care Connections at Providence Place, Dover, PA for the past four years. He was the husband of the late Isabelle Greene and Helen Hess Keck Greene, with whom he would have celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary on April 27, 2017. Having been born into a prominent, US Army family, the fifth of seven children, to the late Douglass Taft Greene and Eleanora Lenihan Greene, he continued this military tradition along with each of his brothers. His was a lifelong, enlisted, and civilian US Army Career, obtaining the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Serving during the Korean Conflict, he finished his civilian career at the New Cumberland Army Depot. Following his retirement, he then proceeded to become the knowledgeable paint personnel at the York and Lancaster Hechinger and Home Depot Stores for twenty years. He was an avid reader, and was rarely found without a book in his hand. Also, he loved doing yardwork and most often could be found working outside every day. He played a decent game of golf and was a congenial person who was liked by everyone.
Surviving in addition to his wife, two daughters: Elizabeth M. Greene, Troy, PA; and Carol A. Greene, Gadsden, AL. Two sons: Douglass P. Greene, Gadsden, AL; and Kevin S. (Linda) Greene, Kennesaw, GA. One step-daughter: Glenda (Samuel) Gatchell, Lancaster. One step-son: Brian (Michele) Keck, Blandon, PA. Six grandchildren: Nicholas and Christopher Lombardo; Katherine and Renee Greene; Rachel Lake; and Joseph Greene. Three great-grandchildren: Joseph A., Riley L., and Skylar. Two step-grandchildren: Joel (Theresa) Kise; and Joshua (Michelle) Kise. And many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by one daughter: Sharon Greene, and also five brothers and one sister.
The Memorial Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 31 South Eighth Street, Columbia on Thursday, January 26, 2017 at 7:00 P.M. Private interment in Southlawn Memorial Park, Petersburg, VA with Full Military Honors. The family will greet guests following the service. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.
Patricia F. Morris
Patricia F. Morris, 81, of West Lampeter Twp., passed away on Monday, January 16, 2017. She was born in Lancaster, daughter of the late Frederick W. and Maude F. Hayford Joost. She was a financial advisor for Thrivent Lutheran Services and also worked at Lowe’s. She was a member of Concordia Evangelical Lutheran Church, their Altar Guild and served as an assistant minister. She was a Master Gardener; a member of the Mayflower Society, 12th Generation; and sang in the Ephrata Cloister’s singing group.
She is survived by one son: Chuck R. (Debra L.) Wolf, West Lampeter Twp. Two daughters: Deborah L. (Anthony J., Sr.) Purcell, Lancaster and Lynne F. (John P.) Wertz, South Carolina. Three grandchildren: Anthony J. Purcell, Jr., Heather N. Wolf, and Chad R. Wolf, III. Two great-grandchildren: Tasha Storm, and Brady T. Wolf. One brother: Frederick W. (Rosie) Joost, Jr., Lancaster. One sister: Sandra G. (Robert) Coleman, Kansas.
The Memorial Service will be held at Concordia Evangelical Lutheran Church, 3825 Concordia Road, Columbia, PA 17512 on Friday, January 20, 2017 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Mary Anne Kingsborough, officiating. Interment in the adjoining church 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: Concordia Evangelical Lutheran Church. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.
Ruth E. Evans
Ruth E. Evans, 103, of Columbia, passed away on Thursday, January 12, 2017. She was the wife of the late John J. Evans, Sr., to whom she was married for 61 years, before he passed away in 1998. She was born in Wilkes-Barre, daughter of the late George and Lulu Lamoreaux Dressel. Ruth worked as a seamstress at Kahn-Lucas Manufacturing, Co.; was the head cook at St. Anthony’s Catholic School; worked at Woolworth’s, Lancaster; and owned a corner grocery store at Third and Poplar Streets for 14 years.
She is survived by one son: John J. (Ann) Evans, Jr., Conestoga. Five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one daughter: Ruth Ann Gorrecht. Four sisters and one brother.
The Funeral Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 31 South Eighth Street, Columbia on Monday, January 16, 2017 at 7:00 P.M. Interment in Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens. Friends may call from 6:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.
Michael H. LaBow
Michael H. LaBow, 63, of Mountville, passed away on Monday, January 9, 2017 at home. He was the husband of Cheryl A. Zerphy LaBow, with whom he celebrated their 21st wedding anniversary on May 5, 2016. He was born in Alexandria Bay, NY, son of the late Jean A. LaBow and Carol Walts Hannesson, Sun City Center, FL. He was a bio-medical engineer at Lancaster General Hospital for more than 20 years. He was a veteran of the US Navy, and enjoyed golfing, fishing, NASCAR, playing the guitar, listening to music, and he loved his dog, “Jasper”. He also achieved the rank of Eagle Scout.
Surviving in addition to his wife and mother, his children: Christopher A. (Becky) LaBow, LaFargeville, NY; Chelsea M. (Karl) Murphy, Sandy Hook, CT; Craig M. (Kaire) LaBow, Landisville; A. Jason (Rose) Licht, Columbia; and Keith R. (Isabela) Lichtm Chambersburg. Ten grandchildren: Carley, Morgan, Ella, Emily, Riley, Connor, Lance, Nadia, Brett, and Elliot. Two sisters: Cindy (Gary) Edick, Gouverneur, NY; and Brenda Minasian, Johnson City, TN.
The Memorial Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville, on Saturday, January 14, 2017 at 1:00 P.M. with Deacon Peter Jupin, officiating. Private interment will be held for the family. Full Military Honors will be accorded following the memorial service. Visitation will be held from 12:00 Noon to 1:00 P.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: Hospice and Community Care or LGH Cancer Center. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.
Beverly J. Boyd
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
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
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
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
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.
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.