Margaret E. Peters

 
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Margaret E. Peters, 101, of Columbia, passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2020. She was the wife of the late Clair E. Peters, who passed away on May 15, 2008. She was born in Chester County, daughter of the late Harry and Ada Wilson Bailey. She was a production worker, having worked for J.L. Clark, Co. for 20 years before her retirement. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Susquehanna Fire Company and enjoyed going to the Columbia Senior Center, sewing, making cakes, going to the beach at Ocean City, MD, and spending time with her family.

She is survived by her children: Thomas K. (Charlotte) Peters, Bainbridge; Carl E. (Faith) Peters, Wrightsville; Clarence W. (Mary Ellen) Peters, Columbia; Joann L. Scheid, Lancaster; Claire E. Markley, Columbia; and Beth E. (Carl) Metzger, York. Numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. One sister: Lois M. Stoutzenberger, Lancaster. She was preceded in death by two sons: Robert Bailey and Dale Peters. One brother: Joseph Bailey. One sister: Ada Belle McComsey.

Private Graveside Service and Burial will be held at Habecker Mennonite Cemetery. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Columbia/Mountville. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Edith M. (Hoak) Lease

 
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Edith M. (Hoak) Lease, 90, of Millersville, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2020 at Susquehanna Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was the wife of the late Charles R. Lease, who passed away in March, 1990. Edith was born in Manor Township, daughter of the late Walter C. and Florence Paules Hoak. She lived in Manor Twp. all her life until she moved to her Millersville apartment in December 1995. Edith worked at the Silk Mill in Columbia and became a homemaker after she married her late husband. She was a member of Central Manor Church of God where she enjoyed singing in the choir, attending Bible studies, and the senior activities. She was also a leader of AWANA. Edith also enjoyed the Millersville Senior Center; playing card games; helping to plan bus trips and working part-time with the Office of Aging with the Millersville Senior Center. She was a lifetime attendee of Central Manor Camp Meeting in August and also enjoyed watching the family softball games.

She is survived by four sons: Robert E. (Beverly) Lease; Donald E. (Linda) Lease; Kenneth C. (companion of Vicki Maust) Lease; and David A. (Christine) Lease. Eight grandchildren. Fifteen great-grandchildren. One great-great-granddaughter. She was preceded in death by one son: Daniel L. Lease. Six brothers: Jim, Gil, Raymond, Ben, Milt, and Harold Hoak. Two sisters: Edna Murry and Ellen Graybill.

A Private Service will be held and Burial in Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date. A Drive-Thru Viewing will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville, on SATURDAY, APRIL 25, 2020 FROM 10:30 A.M. UNTIL 12:00 NOON. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Central Manor Church of God. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

W. Roy Hess

 
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W. Roy Hess, 82, of Woodcrest Villa, passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2020 at the Mennonite Home. He was the husband of Brenda M. Garrett Hess with whom he would have celebrated their 59th wedding anniversary in September. He was born in Ephrata, son of the late Walter B. and Ruth Naomi Horst Hess. He was a builder and real estate developer before his retirement in 2000. Roy was a member of Manor Church and a veteran of the US Army.

Surviving in addition to his wife, his children: Scott R. (Julia A.) Hess; Karen N. (Keith R.) McEllhenney; and Brett A. (Tricia D.) Hess. Three grandchildren: Greg, Alen and Dana. Brothers: Bob, John, Jim, Dick, and Earl Hess. Sisters: Ruth Ann Gochnauer and Sheryl Quickel. He was preceded in death by one brother: Clarke Hess.

The family would like to thank the nurses and staff on Eshelman Run at the Mennonite Home, for the compassion and care shown to their family.

A Private Service will be held for the family with burial at Manor Church Cemetery. A Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date, by invitation only. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: Manor Church Benevolent Fund, 530 Central Manor Road, Lancaster, PA 17603 or the Mennonite Home Benevolent Fund, 1520 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

James L. Eshleman

 
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James L. Eshleman, 88, of Manor Township, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2020 at St. Anne's Retirement Community. He was the husband of L. Fay Sheckart Eshleman with whom he celebrated their 67th wedding anniversary on March 7, 2020. He was born in Washington Boro, son of the late Earl T. and Alice Neff Eshleman. He was a heavy equipment operator for Bear Creek Construction and G & E Construction. He also worked for the highway department for West Hempfield Township before his retirement. Jim was a member of Washington Boro Church of God and enjoyed going to antique tractor shows; woodworking and his family. He was also active in the Washington Boro Historical Society.

Surviving in addition to his wife, one son: Timothy J. (Pam) Eshleman, Conestoga. One daughter: Darlene K. (Robert) Sands, Lancaster. One son-in-law: Donald Bogart, Palmyra. Five grandchildren. Seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one daughter: Deborah Bogart. Three brothers: Earl K.; Edward R.; and Charles A. Eshleman.

The Family would like to extend a special thank you to everyone at St. Anne's Retirement Community and Hospice and Community Care for the compassion shown to their family.

The Funeral Service will be private with interment in Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: Washington Boro Church of God, 15 Rockfish St., Washington Boro, PA 17582. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Henry S. "Butch" Brenner

 
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Henry S. "Butch" Brenner, 72, of Columbia, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2020. He was born in Lancaster, son of the late Henry S. May and Betty J. Brenner. He was a foundry worker at New Standard Foundry, Mount Joy.

He is survived by one sister: Rose Boughtner, Columbia. He was preceded in death by two sisters: Margaret Ball and Mary Conger.

A Private Service will be held. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Columbia/Mountville. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Earl T. Raihl, Jr.

 
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Earl T. Raihl, Jr., 68, of West Hempfield Township, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2020 at Lancaster General Hospital. He was born in Lancaster, son of the late Earl T., Sr. and June N. Snyder Raihl. He was a material handler for Arconic for 40 years before his retirement in 2015. He enjoyed watching Penn State Football, the Philadelphia Phillies and Eagles, and watching his niece's softball games.

He is survived by one brother: Eugene J. Raihl. One nephew: Eugene Earl ("Griz" Grisselle) Raihl, West Hempfield Twp. Two great-nieces: Ashley Raihl and Asaysha Raihl. He was preceded in death by one sister: Erla Herr.

The Graveside Service and Burial will be held at Millersville Mennonite Cemetery on Wednesday, March 25, 2020 at 11:30 A.M. The Visitation will be held at Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: the American Cancer Society, 314 Good Dr., Lancaster, PA 17603. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Evelyn A. Enterline

 
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Evelyn A. Enterline, 91, of Central Manor, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2020 at St. Anne's Retirement Community. She was the wife of Roy F. Enterline, with whom she would have celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary on June 4, 2020. She was born in Pequea Township, daughter of the late Parke and Edna Warfel Eckman. She enjoyed gardening, her flower beds, going to her cabin in Lycoming County, her family, cooking and baking. Her grandchildren loved her pies. She was a graduate of Normal School, Millersville, Class of 1947.

Surviving in addition to her husband, one daughter: Janice M. (Nelson H.) Myer. One son: Robert L. Enterline. Seven grandchildren. Sixteen great-grandchildren. One brother: Parke (Elaine) Eckman. She was preceded in death by one son: Donald L. Enterline; two brothers: Claude Eckman and Clarence Eckman, Sr.

The Family would like to thank everyone for the excellent care shown to Evelyn and her family.

A Private Funeral Service and Viewing will be held for the family with interment in Millersville Mennonite Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: St. Anne's Retirement Community or Hospice and Community Care. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Peggy Lee Stohler

 
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Peggy Lee Stohler, 65, of Masonic Village, Elizabethtown passed away on Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at her residence. She was the wife of the late Leonard L. Stohler, who passed away on November 2, 2003. She was born in Lancaster, daughter of Carl S., Sr. and Bernie Vison Hackman, Masonic Village. She was a clerical worker for Harold E. Smith, Co. and also worked at the Blind Association, making many accessories for the US Military. She was a longtime member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church, Mountville before becoming a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church where she sang in the choir. Peggy attended the S. June Smith Center and was a graduate of Lampeter Strasburg High School, Class of 1974, where she received an award for perseverance. She also received a varsity letter in gymnastics. She was an independent, strong-willed, and was an amazing woman who loved the Lord. She also loved singing, her family, her cat: "Reggie", and her seeing-eye dogs: "Baxter" and "Rusty".

Surviving in addition to her parents, two sisters: Carol Ann (William, Sr.) Disanto; and Debra (David) Sload. One brother: Carl S. (Pamela) Hackman, Jr. Three nieces, two nephews, and seven great-nieces and nephews.

A Private Viewing and Funeral Service will be held for the family, however, a Memorial Service will be held at Westminster Presbyterian Church, at a later date. Interment in Scheafferstown Cemetery. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2151 Oregon Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601 or Excentia, (formerly the S. June Smith Center), 1810 Rohrerstown Rd. Lancaster, PA 17601. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Elmer J. Berkebile

 
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Elmer J. Berkebile, 94, of Woodcrest Villa, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 14, 2020 at the Mennonite Home. He was the husband of the late Alice D. Yoder Berkebile, to whom he was married for 65 years before she passed away in 2010, and Mary Simmons Bundy Berkebile, Woodcrest Villa. He was born in South Fork, PA, son of the late Lester W. and Bertha Jennings Berkebille. Elmer was a graduate of Adams Township High School, Sidman, PA and was a veteran of the US Navy, serving during WWII. He held an undergraduate degree from Juniata College and graduate degrees from the University of Pittsburgh and Pennsylvania State University. His life's work was in public education. He served as a teacher, guidance counselor, high school principal, supervising principal, superintendent of schools, and served on several committees and boards. He was known for his many innovations at the schools where he served, most notably Penn Manor School District, Millersville.

Surviving in addition to his wife, two daughters: Peggy (late Thomas) Peterson, Berlin, MD; and Cathy (David) Enders, Fairview, TN. Five grandchildren: Samantha Peterson; Laura (Adam) Minakowski; Beth (Ronald) Knerr; Stephen (Lisa Reisinger) Enders; and Timothy (Sara Mitchell) Enders. Five great-grandchildren. One brother: Wesley J. Berkebile, New Wilmington, PA. Elmer was preceded in death by one sister: Caroline Berkebile Thomas. He is also survived by Mary's family, two sons: John (Rae Johnson) Bundy, Lancaster; and Daryl (Roni Rawlings) Bundy, Leland, NC. Eight step-grandchildren.

A Private Graveside Service will be held for the immediate family. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date at Faith Bible Fellowship Church. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: Faith Bible Fellowship Church, 151 Donerville Road, Lancaster, PA 17603 or Juniata College Scholarship Fund, 1700 Moore St., Huntingdon, PA 16652. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Patricia L. Saylor

 
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Patricia L. Saylor, 81, of Lancaster, went home to be with her Lord on Tuesday, March 10, 2020 at home. She was the wife of the late L. Lewis Saylor who passed away in December 1979. She was born in Dundalk, MD, daughter of the late Ward W. and Vera Phillips Hickman. She was a shift supervisor for Kellogg's for 25 years before retiring in 2001. Patricia was a graduate of Dundalk High School, Class of 1957 and was of the Methodist faith. She loved her family, especially her grandchildren and was a world traveler. She also enjoyed going to the beach at Ocean City, MD and the Chesapeake Bay

She is survived by her children: Deborah L. (Paul) Bowman; Charles R. Saylor; and Rhonda K. Saylor, all of Lancaster. Former daughter-in-law: Anna M. Dupes Saylor, Lancaster. Five grandchildren: Michael (Becky) Bowman; Chelsea (Brian) Bohenick; Andrea Bowman; Marlena Saylor; and Charles "CJ" Saylor. Three great-grandchildren: Melanie Bowman; Jay Bowman; and Olivia Bohenick. She was preceded in death by one sister: Norma Hickman Braun.

The Memorial Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville on Saturday, May 16, 2020 at 12:00 Noon with Pastor Jay Frey, Jr., officiating. Visitation will be from 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Humanity Gifts Registry, PO Box 835, Philadelphia, PA 19105. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Darlene Smith Lamberson

 
 

Darlene Smith Lamberson, 91, of Lancaster passed away peacefully on Monday, March 9, 2020 at Homestead Village. She was the fourth child of fourteen children born in Penn Township, to the late Benjamin Wilhelm and Minnie Hoffer Smith. She was the wife of the late Eliger Clark Lamberson, who passed away on December 9, 1991. Although she worked at Hamilton Watch for a few years, she was a stay at home mother who loved to cook and bake for her family. She and her husband lived in Mountville and Lancaster prior to retiring to Potts Nets, DE where Darlene and EC enjoyed fishing and crabbing.

Darlene was a loving mother and homemaker to her children: the late Charlotte, deceased in 2003 and her husband: John Harnish, Manheim; Bonita (Joseph) McCoy, Lancaster; Linda (Stephen) Himpsl, Mountville; Janet (Paul) Miller, East Petersburg; Brenda (Bruce) Fleming, Mount Joy; and Steven (Marjorie) Lamberson, Millersville. Nine grandchildren: Brian (Patricia) Wanger; Eric (Alana) Karr; Lance (Tammy) Karr; Janette Himpsl (Frank) Harro; Stephanie Himpsl (Logan) Braun; Allie Fleming; John Fleming; Kyle Lamberson; and Carrie Lamberson. Six great-grandchildren: Martin Wanger; Taylor (Kim) Karr; Gage (Lauren) Karr; Jenna Karr; Megan Karr; and Katelyn Harro. One great-great-granddaughter: April Karr. One step-great-granddaughter: Alexxis Phillips. One step-great-great-grandson: Logan Strenger. Two brothers: Robert Smith and Wayne Smith, both of Florida. Two sisters: Helen Smith Rhoads, Warrenton, VA and Shirley Smith Morrison, Conestoga. Beside her late husband and daughter, Darlene was preceded in death by five brothers: Hoffer Smith; Jay Smith; Benjamin Smith; Eugene Smith; and James R. Smith. Four sisters: Anna May Smith; Ruth Smith Forry; Lorraine Smith Heisey; and Esther Fern Smith.

Honoring Darlene's wishes, there will be a Celebration of Life and a Private Memorial held for the family. Memorial contributions may be made in Darlene's memory to: the American Heart Association, 610 Community Way, Lancaster, PA 17603 or Schreiber Pediatric Rehab Center, 625 Community Way, Lancaster, PA 17603. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Rhoda M. Harnish

 
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Rhoda M. Harnish, 94, of Lancaster, passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2020 at Landis Homes. She was born in her home in West Hempfield Township and lived there her entire life. She was the daughter of the late John H. and Bertha Stoner Kreider Harnish. Rhoda was a bookkeeper at Herr Fruit Farms and also worked at the former Arcade Market and was a 1942 graduate of the former East Hempfield High School. She was a member of Chestnut Hill Mennonite Church, Columbia and its sewing circle. Rhoda was also a member of the Mennonite Historical Society and her family did geneology.

Surviving are her cousins. She was preceded in death by one brother: John Norman Harnish and one sister: Kathryn Eleanor Harnish.

The family would like to give a special thank you to Landis Homes and Hospice and Community Care for the kindness and care shown to her.

A Private Graveside Service and Burial will be at East Petersburg Mennonite Cemetery. There will be no public viewing. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to: Hospice and Community Care, PO Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125. Arrangement by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Thomas G. Welsh

 
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Thomas G. Welsh, 79, of Columbia, passed away on Thursday, February 20, 2020 at home. He was the husband of Flora A. Hertz Welsh. He was born in Columbia, son of the late Cleon, Sr. and Iona Weaver Welsh. He was a printer, having worked at Mountville Wallpaper Company and Hanover Wallpaper Company for 30 years before his retirement.

Surviving in addition to his wife, three sons: Thomas (Becky) Welsh, Jr.; Joseph (Sherry) Welsh; and Grant Garner. One step-son: Scott (Kerrie) Brewster. One step-daughter: Heather (Robert) Butler. Eleven grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. Five step-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by three brothers: Cleon Welsh, Jr.; Edward Welsh; and Albert Welsh and two sisters: Phyllis Welsh and Shirley.

The Celebration of Life will be held at the Columbia Fire Company, 726 Manor Street, Columbia, on Friday, February 28,2020 from 10:00 A.M. to 1:30 P.M. Private interment will be held at Silver Spring Cemetery. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Columbia/Mountville. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Barbara K. Yake

 
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Barbara K. Yake, 68, formerly of West Hempfield Township passed away on Friday, February 21, 2020 at Susquehanna Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was the wife of the late James A. Yake, Sr. who passed away on April 29, 2014. She was born in Harrisburg, daughter of the late Irvin and Betty Bowman Heller, and she enjoyed crossword puzzles, social events, TV shows, movies, spending time talking and she enjoyed her family.

She is survived by one son: James A. Yake, Jr., Mount Joy. One brother: Robert Heller and one sister: Judy Sandefer, both of Harrisburg.

The Graveside Service and Burial will be at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery on Monday, March 2, 2020 at 12:30 P.M. A private viewing will be held for the family. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Josephine M. Misal

 
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Josephine M. Misal, 88 of Columbia, passed away on Monday, February 17, 2020. She was the wife of the late Charles A. Misal. Josephine was born in Laureldale, daughter of the late Charles D. and Florence M. Frankhouser Fritz. She was of the Protestant faith and enjoyed helping in the kitchen at local churches. She was a Girl Scout leader and also enjoyed flowers, gardening and her family.

She is survived by her children: Carl A. (Sharon E.) Misal; Carol A. (James L.) Martin; Bruce A. Misal, all of Columbia, and Bonnie L. (the late David H., Sr.) Aulthouse, Mount Joy. Twelve grandchildren, twenty-nine great-grandchildren, and four great--great-grandchildren. One brother: Victor (Marga) Fritz, Homestead, FL. She was preceded in death by one son: Charles W. Misal, Sr.; baby-boy Misal; one grandson: Charles W. Misal, Jr.; one granddaughter: Stephanie Misal Lefever; brothers: William and David Fritz.

The Funeral Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 31 South Eighth Street, Columbia on Friday, February 21, 2020 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Gwen Trout, officiating. Viewing from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: the Mission Fund, c/o Wrightsville Assembly of God, 365 Orange St., Wrightsville, PA 17368. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.