Ruth B. Breneman

 
 
 
 

Ruth B. Breneman, 93, formerly of Washington Boro, went to be with Jesus on Wednesday, April 6, 2022 at Pleasant View Communities. She was the wife of the late Amos W. Breneman, who passed away in 1993. She was born in Clay Township, daughter of the late John H. and Mary Wenger Burkholder. Ruth was a homemaker and contributed much to the family farm for many years. She was a member of Habecker Mennonite Church. In later years, she volunteered at the Columbia Re-Uzit Shop. Ruth enjoyed time with her family and cooking.

She is survived by her five children: J. Earl (Connie) Breneman, Columbia; Karen S. (Paul) Miller, Elizabethtown; James L. (Renee) Breneman, Mountville; Nelson R. (Valerie) Breneman, Washington Boro and Carol A. Breneman, Washington Boro. Eleven grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. Two brothers: Paul A. Burkholder, Ephrata and Glenn (Phoebe) Burkholder, Washington Boro. One sister: Jean Zimmerman Alvisi, Stevens. One sister-in-law: Lois Burkholder, Washington Boro. She was preceded in death by an infant daughter: Janice E. Breneman; infant brother: Irwin W. Burkholder and an infant sister: Doris E. Burkholder. Three brothers: J. Clyde, Ezra W. and Raymond W. Burkholder.

The Family would like to thank Melynda Hasselbach for being a wonderful caregiver and friend to their Mom. Also, to everyone at Pleasant View Communities and Hospice for All Seasons, for their compassionate care.

The Funeral Service will be held at Habecker Mennonite Church, 451 Habecker Church Road, Lancaster, PA 17603 on WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20, 2022 at 11:00 A.M. Interment in the adjoining church cemetery. Friends may call at the church on Tuesday, APRIL 19, 2022 from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. and also on Wednesday from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to Habecker Mennonite Church. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Mary L. Jones

 
 

Mary L. Jones, 91, of Lancaster, passed away on Sunday, April 3, 2022 at home. She was the wife of the late John T. Jones. Mary was born in Lancaster, daughter of the late Henry F. and Irene L. Book Long. She was the Postmaster at Silver Spring Post Office for 27 1/2 years before her retirement in 1990. Mary was a member of Ironville United Methodist Church and the National Association of Federal Retired Employees (NAFRE) Chapter #301 where she served as vice president for seven years. Mary was a lifetime Ladies Auxiliary Member of the West Hempfield Township Fire and Rescue Company. She enjoyed traveling and going to Post Office Conventions.

She is survived by one son: Brian K. (Joanna) Reinoehl, Largo, FL. One daughter: Marie E. Landis, Gap. Three step-sons: Robert (Betty) Jones, Homestead, FL; Jarred Jones, Mountville and Mark (Tammy) Jones, Calvert City, KY. One step-daughter: Cheryl (Philip Hinkle) Jones, Millersville. Thirteen grandchildren. Eighteen great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Two sisters: Arlene Gestewitz, Columbia and Ruth Ann Baldwin, Lancaster. She was preceded in death by one daughter: Patricia L. Baldwin. Two brothers: Joseph Long and Donald Long. Two sisters: Thelma Beck and Rose Marie Long.

The Funeral Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville on Saturday, April 9, 2022 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Greg Impink, officiating. Interment in Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens. Friends may call from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Ironville United Methodist Church or Hospice and Community Care. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

George K. Tyson

 
 

George K. Tyson, 63, of Lancaster, passed away on Saturday, April 2, 2022 at Lancaster General Hospital surrounded by his loving family and friends. He was the husband of Michele M. Smith Tyson with whom he celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary on November 26, 2021. He was born in Columbia, son of the late John C. and Louella Bleacher Tyson. George worked as an industrial mechanic at Kellogg's. He was a member of Masonic Lodge #286 F&AM, Columbia and enjoyed fishing, baseball cards, Indian motorcycles, cooking, his dogs "BooBoo and Teddy" also his two dogs that passed away "Bishop and Tink", old cars, taking pictures of eagles, doing ancestry and genealogy and his family. George was good with his hands, he could build anything.

Surviving in addition to his wife, his family: Angela M. Tyson; John H. Tyson; William H. (Justine M.) Hallgren, Jr.; Keegan Smith and Christa Hallgren. Grandchildren: Sydney Sheely; Henry Hallgren and Amelia Hallgren. Brothers: Jimmy Lewis; David Yoder; Jay Lewis; John Lewis; Chuck Tyson and Joe Tyson. Sisters: Sue Smith and Patsy Keppel. He was preceded in death by sisters: Joanne Poole and Delores Hoak.

The Memorial Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville on Thursday, April 7, 2022 at 11:00 A.M. Visitation from 10:00 A.M. to 10:45 A.M. followed by a Masonic Service. Interment in Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: the American Lung Association, 3001 Old Gettysburg Road, Camp Hill, PA 17011. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Lisa Ann Fritz

 
 

Lisa Ann Fritz, 60, of Mechanicsburg, passed away on Sunday, March 27, 2022 at Lexington Medical Center, Lexington, SC. She was born in Columbia, daughter of Linda K. Haughey Fritz, Mechanicsburg and the late C. David Fritz. Lisa was a travel agent for World Travel, Inc. She was a member of the General Federation of Women's Club, Upper Allen Twp. was a First Class Girl Scout in her youth and enjoyed traveling, especially cruises, camping with her family and the girls night out with the GFWC.

Surviving in addition to her mother, two sisters: Cindy M. Harris, Lexington, SC and Sheri L. Fritz, Columbia. Three nephews: Christopher Harris, Andy Harris and Jeffrey Bousfield. Two nieces: Elizabeth Hawkes and Tiffany Bousfield. Four grand-nephews, one grand-niece and numerous cousins. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents: John (Helen) Wein and George (Florence) Haughey. Paternal grandparents: Charles (Florence) Fritz. Two aunts: Carol Spickler and Josephine Misal. One uncle: William Fritz.

The Funeral Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 31 South Eighth Street, Columbia on Saturday, April 2, 2022 at 2:00 P.M. Viewing will be from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. Interment in Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens. Flowers will be accepted. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Parke L. Eckman

Parke L. Eckman, 89, of Mountville and Brethren Village, passed away on Thursday, March 24, 2022 at Hospice and Community Care, Mount Joy. He was the husband of Elaine Smith Clark Eckman with whom he would have celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary on July 8, 2022. Parke was born in Conestoga Twp., son of the late Parke E. and Edna Warfel Eckman. He served honorably in the US Army, retired as a truck driver supervisor from Pennfield Corporation and was a member of Hempfield Church of the Brethren. Parke was an avid hunter and fisherman and was a lifelong member of Conestoga Rod and Gun Club, Lycoming County and enjoyed gardening and family camping.

Surviving in addition to his wife, his children: Kathy (Lee) Martin; Cindy Eckman and Jonathan (Trudy) Eckman. Daughter-in-law: Joyce Eckman. Six grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife: Dorothy R. Eckman and one son: Jeffrey Eckman.

The Visitation will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Mountville, on Saturday, April 2, 2022 from 10:00 A.M to 12:00 Noon. A Graveside Service and Burial will follow at 1:00 P.M. at Little Britain Presbyterian Cemetery. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: Brethren Village Benevolent Fund, 3001 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Carolyn Y. Kramer

 
 

Carolyn Y. Kramer, 72, of Columbia, passed away on Saturday, March 19, 2022. She was the wife of Robert H. Kramer, with whom she celebrated their 53rd wedding anniversary on February 22, 2022. She was born in Lancaster, daughter of the late Silas and Helen Morrison Armstrong. Carolyn was a graduate of Hempfield High School, Class of 1967 and worked at NCR in the account office where she met Robert. She was a florist/flower designer for 34 years with Appley's Glass Garden, Marietta, Bongart's Flowers in Columbia and Landisville Flower Shop. She also worked in the Hempfield cafeteria for 12 years. Carolyn was a member of the Ironville United Methodist Church where she was a Sunday School teacher and superintendent, VBS leader, and a Girl Scout leader for 12 years. She loved gardening, flowers, crafts and antiquing. She was a collector of owls and angels. Carolyn was an angel amongst us all.

Surviving in addition to her husband, three children: Kristopher, Benjamin (Amelia), and Amanda (Chad) Rothfus. One granddaughter: Abigail and one brother: Barry Armstrong.

The Service will be held at a later date. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Hospice and Community Care, PO Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Columbia/Mountville. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Mary Ann Getz

 
 

Mary Ann Getz, 74, of Birdsboro, passed away on Saturday, March 19, 2022 at Hershey Medical Center. She was the wife of Albert M. Getz with whom she celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary on October 11, 2021. She was born in Reading, daughter of the late George P. and Ruth Hafer Lightcap. Mary Ann worked as a billing clerk at Community General Hospital, Reading for six years and also as a customer service representative for US Life for 10 years before her retirement in 1995. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Maytown where she also taught Sunday School. Mary Ann was an active member of the Maytown Historical Society and enjoyed garden tours, antiquing, and spending time with her grandchildren.

Surviving in addition to her husband, one son: Matthew A. Getz, Eugene, OR. and her large and loving family. Also one brother: Tracy (Sandy) Lightcap, Orlando, FL.

The Memorial Service will be held at St. John's Lutheran Church, 11 N. Queen Street, Maytown, PA 17550 on Friday, March 25, 2022 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor James S. Anderson and Pastor Robert Lescallette, officiating. Visitation will be from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: St. John's Lutheran Church. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Columbia/Mountville. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Loretta E. Snyder

 
 

Loretta E. Snyder, 89, of Mountville, passed away on Thursday, March 17, 2022 at Hospice and Community Care, Mount Joy. She was the wife of the late Richard H. Snyder who passed away on March 5, 2022. She was born in Lancaster, daughter of the late Harry and Carrie Gerlitzki Peffer. Loretta worked as a produce manager at Redner’s Market, Columbia. She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Lancaster.

She is survived by two daughters: Bonnie and Grace Snyder. Thirteen grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one grandson: Steven Lee Hanna.

A Private Service with Final Commendation and Farewell at St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Thomas M. Otto, Sr.

Thomas M. Otto, Sr., 85, of East Earl, passed away on Thursday March 17, 2022 at Ephrata Community Hospital. He was the husband of the late Judy M. Greene Otto. He was born in Lancaster, son of the late John and Mildred Newcomer Otto. He worked for Armstrong World Industries before his retirement. Tom was a veteran of the US Air Force and was a member of New Path Community Church. He was very artistic and enjoyed spending time with his family and bowling.

He is survived by two sons: Craig A. Otto and John R. Otto, both of Wrightsville. Two daughters: Diana L. Otto, Wrightsville, and Jean M. Frey (wife of the late Jay M. Frey, Jr.), Elizabethtown. Also surviving are four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. One brother: John (Ella) Otto, Lancaster, and long-time friend: Bonnie Silpe, East Earl. He was preceded in death by one son: Thomas M. Otto, Jr. and one granddaughter: Julia Otto.

The Funeral Service will be held at New Path Community Church, 22 W. Main Street, Mount Joy on Saturday March 26, 2022 at 12:00 Noon with his daughter, Pastor Jean M. Frey, officiating. Viewing from 11:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon. Interment in Landisville Mennonite Cemetery with Full Military Honors. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to: New Path Community Church. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit The condolence page.

Marion A. Lentz Slogel Parks

Marion A. Lentz Slogel Parks, 102, of St. Anne's Retirement Community, passed away on Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at Lancaster General Hospital. She was born in Lebanon County, the oldest of seven children of the late Isaac and Stella Imboden Lentz. Marion attended Lebanon High School and moved to Lancaster County after she married Wayne Slogel. Her resume includes working at Whitman Chocolate Factory and Van Heusen Clothing Factory. Following her marriage to William Parks, she lived in New Jersey for most of their 54 years of marriage before his death in 2005.

She is survived by one daughter, Shirley A. Slogel Smith, and blessed with four granddaughters: Wendy McCall, Kathy (Dave) Funk, Lori Barnett and Sherri Madonna. Fourteen great-grandchildren and eleven great-great-grandchildren. Two sisters: Marie Garnett and Myrl Hershey, both of Lebanon County. Numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husbands: Wayne Slogel and William Parks. Siblings: Mark, Melvin and Elwood Lentz and Eleanor Brown. One son-in-law Wayne Smith. One grand-son-in-law: Randy Barnett.

Marion was a feisty, petite, classy and independent lady who kept a neat and tidy apartment until her failing eyesight, which required assisted living at the age of 99.

She became a resident of St. Anne's in June of 2021 and got to know a lot of caregivers and table-mates in the dining room. Her memory was excellent and before her eyesight problems, she enjoyed word-search, cooking, cleaning, shopping and running with her sisters.

The Graveside Service and Burial will be at Gravel Hill Cemetery, Palmyra on Friday, March 18, 2022 at 1:00 P.M. with Pastor Nancy Hess, officiating. There will be no public viewing. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Gloria L. Kell

 
 

Gloria L. Kell, 89, of Masonic Village, formerly of Mountville, passed away on Saturday, March 12, 2020. She was the wife of the late William W. Kell, who passed away on October 26, 2004. She was born in Stoudtburg, daughter of the late Harold and Evelyn Hayes Sutton. She worked as a key-punch operator and long-distance operator for the former Bell Telephone Company. Gloria was a member of Hempfield United Methodist Church and enjoyed square-dancing and baking.

Surviving are two sons: Wayne M. Kell, Mount Gretna and Brian K. (Janet) Kell, Long Island, NY. Four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one brother, Richard Gosch.

The Funeral Service will be held at the Sell Chapel at Masonic Village, One Masonic Drive, Elizabethtown on Wednesday, March 16, 2022 at 10:15 A.M. Interment in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. Friends may call at the Sell Chapel from 9:00 A.M. to 10:15 A.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: the Lancaster County SPCA, 845 S. Prince St., Lancaster, PA 17603. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Hayden D. Bishop

 
 

Hayden D. Bishop, 28, of Mountville, passed away on Thursday, March 10, 2022. He was born in Lancaster, son of Douglas M. and Melanie K. Craddock Bishop, Mountville. He was a graduate of Hempfield High School where he played football and also played Mountville football. Hayden was a Tennessee Titans fan and Cincinnati Reds fan. He enjoyed spending time with his son.

Surviving in addition to his parents, one son: Rowan L. Bishop and his mother: Marisa Hemphill, Lancaster. Two brothers: Brant W. (Caitlyn) Bishop, Mount Joy and Lane M. Bishop (companion of Bailey Cheuvront), Lancaster. One nephew: Arlen Bishop.

The Service will be held at a later date. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia.

June G. Waters

 
 

June G. Waters, 89, of Masonic Village, passed away on Saturday, March 12, 2022 at her residence. She was the wife of Paul E. Waters, with whom she would have celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary on May 22, 2022. She was born in Lancaster, daughter of the late John and Hazel Powell Ruhl. She was an inspector for AMP, Inc. for 27 years before her retirement in 1994. June was a very active member of Concordia Evangelical Lutheran Church.

Surviving in addition to her husband, children: Cheryl Eckman, Mountville; Barbara Schultheiss, York; George Goeke, Normal, IL; Robert Goeke, Mount Joy and Jack Goeke, Columbia. Numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren also three sisters. She was preceded in death by two sisters.

The Funeral Service will be held at Concordia Evangelical Lutheran Church, 3825 Concordia Rd., Columbia, PA 17512 on Thursday, March 17, 2022 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Mary Anne Kingsborough, officiating. Interment in the adjoining church cemetery. There will be no public viewing. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Concordia Evangelical Lutheran Church. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Columbia/Mountville. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Pastor Norman C. "Norm" Shertzer

Pastor Norman C. "Norm" Shertzer, 92, of Manor Township, passed peacefully from time into eternity, to be with his Lord, on Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at his residence, of pancreatitis. He was the husband of Verna E. Fry Shertzer, daughter of the late Albert and Ruth Fry, with whom he would have celebrated their 66th wedding anniversary on March 31, 2022. He was born in Manor Township, son of the late Aaron N. and Mable Charles Shertzer. Most of his productive years centered around agriculture, where he operated a farm for 40 years and then later with his son Phil. Norm was a four year graduate of LMH, Class of 1948. It was here that the farm boy made new friends and broadened his acquaintances. In 1970, he was called to be a Pastor, and for the next 20 plus years, he served faithfully at the Slackwater and later at the Habecker Mennonite congregations. To augment his work as Pastor, he enrolled in classes at EMC and Ontario Mennonite Bible Institute for several winters. God gave this man many interests and abilities which he used to bless the lives of many people. His career began after high school with part-time work at Glick's Audio Sales, as a service technician, following that, as a full-time operator at the Lancaster Refuse Authority, for several years. Always ready for new activity, the next 18 years were engaged in operating a disposal service for five Acme Markets in the area. Another part-time work, for the next 12 years, was at the Dream Framer, Mountville, making picture frames. Norman enjoyed listening to and singing Christian Hymns. He led his first congregational song at the age of 12. In his younger years, he sang in many choruses and quartets, even to the streets of Philadelphia. Until very recently, he volunteered at the Columbia Re-Uzit Store, where he volunteered weekly for over 30 years and also served on the board for many years. He repaired and refurbished countless items for resale. Norman is presently a member of Life Mennonite Church, West Willow. To God be All the Glory!

Surviving in addition to his wife, four sons: Jay (Sandy) Shertzer, Fayetteville, TN; Phil (Joyce) Shertzer, Mountville; Nelson (Kim) Shertzer, Washington Boro and James (Michelle) Shertzer, Lancaster. Seven grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. One brother: John (Alma) Shertzer, Raleigh, NC. He was preceded in death by one brother and two sisters.

The Funeral Service will be held at Habecker Mennonite Church, 451 Habecker Church Road, Lancaster on Saturday, March 12, 2022 at 10:00 A.M. with Pastor Randy Martin, officiating. Interment in the adjoining church cemetery. Friends may call at the church on Friday from 2:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. and 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. and also on Saturday from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Richard H. Snyder

 
 

Richard H. Snyder, 88, of Mountville, passed away on Saturday, March 5, 2022 at home. He was the husband of Loretta E. Peffer Snyder. He was born in Lancaster, son of the late Lawrence and Ella Holtden Snyder. Dick was an assistant general foreman, having worked for Delmarva Millwork for over 57 years. He was a member of St. Mary;s Catholic Church and enjoyed fishing, hunting, and spending time hunting with his brother Bernard.

Surviving in addition to his wife, two daughters: Bonnie Snyder and Grace Snyder. Thirteen grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one grandson: Steven Lee Hanna, five brothers: Lawrence, Ray, Jim, Robert and Bernard.

A Private Service with Final Commendation and Farewell in St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Paul K. Harnish

 
 

Paul K. Harnish, 92, of Washington Boro. The Service of Celebration and Remembrance will be held at Ephrata Community Church, 70 Clay School Road, Ephrata on Saturday, March 12, 2022 at 10:00 A.M. A Family Visitation will follow. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Columbia/Mountville. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page

Glenn R. Ibach

 
 

Glenn R. Ibach, 83, of Mountville, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 2, 2022 at home, of natural causes. He was the husband of Mary E. Rohrback Ibach for 61 years. Glenn was born in Lebanon, son of the late Wayne and Beulah Swope Ibach. He was retired from Lancaster Malleable Iron Company and was a proud US Army Veteran, serving his country in Germany and was honorably discharged. He attended Trinity Reformed United Church of Christ. Glenn was service minded, being a member of both the Conestoga and Mountville Lions Clubs. Glenn cherished his family outings, hunting, fishing and going to his mountain retreat in Mifflin County. He was a beloved husband, father and grandfather.

Surviving in addition to his wife, one daughter: Susan D. (Scott) Heidelbaugh, Quarryville. Two granddaughters: Sammy and Abby. Four brothers: Larry (Lois) Ibach, Millersville; John Ibach, Willow Street; Donald (Linda) Ibach, Lancaster and Thomas (Linda) Ibach, Columbia. One sister: Rosemary (John) Henry, Pequea. He was preceded in death by one sister: Doris Erb.

A Private Graveside Service and Burial will be in Conestoga Reformed Cemetery with Full Military Honors. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Mountville/Columbia. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.



Dennis A. Reisinger

 
 

Dennis A. Reisinger, born in May, 1953 of Manheim passed away unexpectedly Thursday, February 17, 2022. Den was born in Columbia son of the late Eugene A. and Doris Reisinger. Den lived in Columbia for most of his life. He pitched for Smith’s Hotel baseball club for many years, and was inducted into the Susquehanna League Hall of Fame.

Den was preceded in death by a companion, Jonie Nichols. He is survived by two brothers: David (Deborah) Reisinger, Columbia and Donald Reisinger, Lancaster, also by a nephew, Donald Reisinger, Marietta.

A Memorial Service will be held at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 31 South Eighth Street, Columbia on Friday March 11, 2022 at 3:00 P.M. The Visitation will be from 2:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you donate in Den’s name to: the Columbia Boys Athletic Association cbaaonline@comcast.net To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Grace M. Nace

 
 

Grace M. Nace, 80, of Columbia, passed away on Wednesday, February 23, 2022 at UPMC Lititz. She was born in Millersville, daughter of the late Paris B. and Minnie D. Nentwig Henry. She will be lovingly missed by her husband of 60 years, Elwood "Buzz" Nace, daughter: Kim M. Long, Lititz, sister: Ethel Armer, Quarryville and Molly, her beloved Yorkshire Terrier. Grace was preceded in death by her son-in-law: Robert R. Long, Jr., three sisters: Edith, Evelyn and Patsy. Six brothers: David, Joseph, Howard, Ray, Robert and John.

Grace was a 1959 graduate of Hempfield High School. During her earlier working years, Grace was employed by Educator's Insurance. Later in life, she worked for State Farm Insurance, Columbia and Mount Joy. She was a devoted member of Ironville United Methodist Church, where she served in numerous capacities. She enjoyed watching game shows, the Dallas Cowboys and NASCAR races, especially when her favorite driver, Kyle Larson won. In addition, she was an avid stamp collector. Grace will be remembered as a dedicated and loving wife and mother. She was a special lady.

The Funeral Service will be held at Ironville United Methodist Church, 4020 Holly Drive, Columbia, PA 17512 on Saturday, March 5, 2022 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastors Greg Impink and Charles Deutsch, officiating. Interment in the adjoining cemetery. The Viewing will be from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: Ironville United Methodist Church. Arrangements by the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., Columbia/Mountville. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.

Bridget C. Lehane

 
 

Bridget C. Lehane, 80, of Columbia, passed away on Wednesday, February 23, 2022 at home. She was the wife of Patrick Lehane with whom she celebrated their 58th wedding anniversary on November 9, 2021. She was born in Tuam, County Galway, Ireland, daughter of the late John and Nora Hennelly Hogan. She worked as an administrative assistant at a hospital in New York. Bridget attended Holy Trinity Catholic Church.

Surviving in addition to her husband, one daughter: Mary V. (Michael G.) Ward, Columbia. One son: John G. (Michele) Lehane, Tokyo, Japan. Seven grandchildren: Danielle, Michael, Matthew, Jennifer, Erin, Kate and Jack. Four great-grandchildren: Bella, Jackson, Liam and Sabrina, and one on the way. One brother: Oliver and three sisters: Mary, Vera and Carmel. She was preceded in death by one brother: John.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 409 Cherry Street, Columbia on Saturday, February 26, 2022 at 1:00 P.M. with Rev. Stephen P. Kelley, as Celebrant. Final Commendation and Farewell will be in St. Peter Catholic Cemetery. Friends may call at the Workman Funeral Homes, Inc., 31 South Eighth St., Columbia on Friday from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. To send an online condolence, visit the condolence page.