She was a cook and waitress at numerous local restaurants where everyone knew her.

Funeral services will be held at Clyde Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., 519 Walnut Street, Columbia on Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 11 AM with a viewing from 10 AM until time of service.

Vivian Louise Birk Burg, of Columbia, passed away on Friday, January 23, 2026.  She was the wife of the late Charles "Tuke" Birk, Harry Birk and Jesse Burg. She was born in Roseland, Virginia, daughter of the late Rufus and Eliza Campbell.

She was a cook and waitress at numerous local restaurants where everyone knew her.

She is survived by her children, Lance (Bobby) Birk and Donna (Jeff) Swartz; two grandchildren, Joshua (Erin) Birk and Abby (Joshua) Wert; two great grandchildren, Jonah and Colin Birk; her sister, Barbara Keller and numerous nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her sisters, Juanita, Edith, Hazel, Rachel, and Evelyn and her brother, Herman.

The family would like to thank Columbia Meals on Wheels for delivering her meals and Amedisys Home Health and Hospice for the excellent service and care for the last few months.

Funeral services will be held at Clyde Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., 519 Walnut Street, Columbia on Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 11 AM with a viewing from 10 AM until time of service.  Chaplain Robert Barton from Amedisys Hospice will be officiating.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Columbia Meals on Wheels, PO Box 391, Columbia, PA 17512 or Amedisys Hospice of Lancaster, 480 New Holland Ave., Suite 6201, Lancaster, PA 17602.

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Donald was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle who adored his family.

In honor of Donald's final wishes there will be no formal services.

Donald Lee Van Pelt, 78, of Marietta passed away on January 20, 2026. He was born in Deposit, NY to the late Edward, Jr. and Gertrude Bonker Van Pelt and lived in this area for the past fifty-six years.

Donald was a graduate of Deposit Central High School with the Class of 1967 and worked with Three Mile Island for eight years before going to work with Novinger's, Inc. for thirty years until his retirement. He was a member of the Bainbridge American Legion Post 197, lifetime member of the Susquehanna Beneficial Association, and Marietta Beneficial Association where he finally found his life's purpose and was a second home for him.

Donald was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle who adored his family.

Donald leaves behind his wife of fifty-seven years Faye Van Pelt of Marietta; two sons, Donald "Skeet" Van Pelt, Jr. and Robert "Nip" Van Pelt both of Marietta; two grandchildren, Jacob Van Pelt of Elizabethtown and Kierstyn Van Pelt of Mount Joy; three siblings, Edward "Boz", husband of Joann Van Pelt of Bainbridge, NY, Deborah Van Pelt, wife of John Stiffler of Downsville, NY, Darlene, wife of Harry Warner of Deposit, NY; numerous nieces and nephews and a large extended family. In addition to his parent, he was preceded in death by his granddaughter Emily Rose Van Pelt and a brother, Dale Van Pelt.

In honor of Donald's final wishes there will be no formal services. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Pennsylvania SPCA Lancaster Center, 848 S. Prince St., Lancaster, PA 17603.

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She and her husband Ken enjoyed traveling in their RV, trips to Atlantic City and she loved to play Bingo

memorial service: Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. 519 Walnut St. Columbia PA on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 11:00 AM

Interment will follow in Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens.

MaryJane L. Geesey, 89 of Marietta passed away on Monday, January 19, 2026 at Susquehanna Health and Wellness. She was the wife of the late Kenneth D. Geesey, Sr. who passed away in 2023 and had been married 71 years. Born in Marietta, she was the daughter of the late George I. and Dorothy M. Breckline Yarnell.

She retired in 1991 after 18 years from Wyeth Laboratories where she filled medicine. She was a member of St. John's Episcopal Church, Marietta, Marietta Ladies Auxiliary and the L.O.O.M. Lodge 307, Columbia. She and her husband Ken enjoyed traveling in their RV, trips to Atlantic City and she loved to play Bingo. Their children and grandchildren were their everything.

She is survived by her daughter, Sandra wife of Drew Haubert, daughter-in-law Gwendolyn Geesey wife of the late Kenneth Geesey, Jr; seven grandchildren; seventeen great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a brother Robert and two sisters Dorothy and Joanne.

A memorial service will be held from the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. 519 Walnut St. Columbia PA on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 11:00 AM with the Rev. Mark S. Kopp, officiating. Interment will follow in Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Marietta Fire Co., 200 N. Waterford Ave., Marietta, PA 17547.

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Jim will be remembered for his endearing witty humor and sarcasm.

Services for Jim: 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, 519 Walnut St, Columbia, PA 17512.

The family will receive friends for visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Burial will follow at Mount Bethel Cemetery in Columbia.

James “Jim” Clayton Wallace, 68, of Columbia passed away on January 11, 2026. He was born in Phillipsburg, PA to the late Raymond, Jr. and Hannah Wagner Wallace and lived most of his life in Columbia.

Jim was a graduate of Columbia High School with the Class of 1975 and worked with QVC until his retirement. He loved classic rock and attended many concerts. Jim will be remembered for his endearing witty humor and sarcasm. He was a loving son, brother, uncle and friend who adored his family and treasured spending time with them.

Jim leaves behind ten siblings, Linda Eck (Dwight), Diane Kline (Jacob), Betsy Brock (Denny), Boyd Wallace, Ray Wallace, III, Beverley Scholl (Paul), Lisa Taylor, Roger Wallace, Drew Wallace (Lisa), Brett Wallace; Numerous nieces and nephews and many friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two siblings, Victoria Roob and Kevin Wallace, Sr.

Services for Jim will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, 519 Walnut St, Columbia, PA 17512. The family will receive friends for visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. until service time. Burial will follow at Mount Bethel Cemetery in Columbia.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St Jude Children’s Research Hospital, American Cancer Society, or the American Heart Association.

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In his earlier years he enjoyed playing basketball and baseball.

Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. in Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens.

Byron L. “Barry” Johnson, 78 of Columbia, passed away on Monday, January 12, 2026 at the Susquehanna Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation Center where he had resided since 2015. Born in Columbia, he was the son of the late Benjamin and Jane Mimnall Johnson.

Barry graduated from Columbia High School in 1965 and served stateside in the U.S.A.F. He retired from M & M Mars, Elizabethtown where he worked in the packaging department. In his earlier years he enjoyed playing basketball and baseball. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church.

Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. in Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens with the Rev. Richard Whitesel, officiating.

If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Parkinson’s Foundation at parkinsons.org.

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Mildred’s hobbies included crocheting and other craft projects.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at 1:00 PM in the Chapel of Holy Trinity Catholic Cemetery.

Mildred M. Sakal, 100 of Columbia, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 9, 2026, at Hospice and Community Care. She was the wife of the late Albert R. Sakal who preceded her in death in 2001. Born in Johnstown, she was the daughter of the late Clemens and Marie Krischer Klenner.

A homemaker, Mildred mostly worked as a homemaker but did work at the Navy Mine depot during the Second World War. She was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Columbia and her hobbies included crocheting and other craft projects.

She is survived by her daughter, Esther M., wife of Joseph Scholly; son, Dennis G., husband of Drenda Sakal; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at 1:00 PM in the Chapel of Holy Trinity Catholic Cemetery with the Rev. Mark Wilke, officiating.

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Bud was a graduate of Hempfield High School with the Class of 1978 and was employed with Armstrong World Industries.

A time of remembrance for Bud will be held from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, 247 Main St, Landisville, PA 17538.

Attendees may drop in during those hours.

George B. “Bud” Moore, III, 65, of Lancaster passed away on January 10, 2026 surrounded by family at his home following a brief illness. He was born in Lancaster to the late George B. Moore, Jr. and Nancy K. (Stauffer) Moore and was a lifelong resident of Lancaster.

Bud was a graduate of Hempfield High School with the Class of 1978 and was employed with Armstrong World Industries from October of 2006 until his time of passing as a Warehouse Supervisor.

Bud is survived by his son Dustin Moore of Leola, step-son Ryan Benham of Lancaster, loving companion Sandy Gainer of Lancaster, a sister Sarah “Sally”, married to James S. Miller, Jr. of Lancaster, and two nephews, Justin and Ryan Miller of Lancaster. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Katherine and Elizabeth Moore.

A time of remembrance for Bud will be held from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, 247 Main St, Landisville, PA 17538. Attendees may drop in during those hours.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Pennsylvania SPCA Lancaster Center, 848 S. Prince St, Lancaster, PA 17603.

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Mary enjoyed solving crossword puzzles, watching Law & Order and Downton Abbey, and the company of her cat – Hope.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 409 Cherry St, Columbia, PA 17512.

The family will receive friends for visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Burial will be private and she will be laid to rest at Holy Cross Cemetery in Harrisburg.

Mary C. Shepler, 77, of Washington Boro passed away on January 3, 2026. She was born in Harrisburg to the late Joseph Mannion and Claire Mulvehill and was a lifelong resident of the Central Pennsylvania area.

Mary enjoyed solving crossword puzzles, watching Law & Order and Downton Abbey, and the company of her cat – Hope. She enjoyed the weekends at the family’s cabin in the Poconos. She volunteered at Columbia’s National Watch and Clock Museum and enjoyed gathering with friends at Newcomers & Neighbors of Lancaster Pa. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, who adored her family and treasured spending time with them.

Mary leaves behind her children, Mark, husband of Wendy Mudrinich of York Haven, Tracie, wife of Kurt Young of Washington Boro; two grandchildren, Christopher and Madison. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband James Shepler in 2014 and three brothers.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 409 Cherry St, Columbia, PA 17512. The family will receive friends for visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. until service time. Burial will be private and she will be laid to rest at Holy Cross Cemetery in Harrisburg.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Raven Ridge Wildlife Center, PO BOX 38, Washington Boro, PA 17582.

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Coach is known for developing players who went on to be successful in life while attributing their success to the lessons and work ethic instilled by Coach Kauffman.

A viewing will be held at Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, 519 Walnut Street, Columbia from 2-4 PM on Sunday, January 11.

Visitors will also be received starting at 9:30 AM on Monday before the mass.

funeral mass will be held at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 409 Cherry Street, Columbia, at 11 AM on January 12, 2026.

private internment will immediately follow in Holy Trinity Catholic Cemetery.

Lamar J. Kauffman, 88, also known as "Morrie" or "Coach," passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2026, surrounded by family at St. Anne's Retirement Community. Born in and a proud life-long resident of Columbia, PA he was the youngest child of the late Marie and Lewis Kauffman.

A 1955 graduate of Columbia High School, he earned an undergraduate degree from Millersville University and a master's in education from Temple University. Lamar went on to serve his country in the U.S. Coast Guard. He often proudly recalled he saluted President John F. Kennedy while marching in the Inauguration Parade in January 1961.

Lamar was an outstanding three-sport star at Columbia High School earning eight varsity letters in football, basketball, and track. He was named All-County in both football and basketball in 1955. He was inducted in to the Columbia High School Hall of Fame in 2011. He also won three varsity letters playing football at Millersville.

After college and his years serving his country, Lamar embarked on a career as an educator at Lancaster Catholic and Columbia High School before moving to Manheim Central and retiring after decades of sharing his love of history with middle school students.

As a man of faith, Lamar dedicated many hours to serving his parish of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, not only as an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion for 35 years and Marriage Encounter mentor but also an impressive handyman and talented painter whose skills were often utilized and quietly performed, including painting the cathedral area behind the main altar at Holy Trinity. He loved his daily 2.2 mile walks and his get-aways to Stone Harbor.

It is as a basketball coach that Lamar may have made his biggest impact. Lamar is widely regarded as one of the best to ever coach high school girls basketball in Lancaster County, if not in the state of Pennsylvania. Before leading the girls program at Lancaster Catholic, Lamar coached boys high school basketball as an assistant at Columbia (under Elmer Kreiser) and then at Manheim Central for 12 seasons. When the chance to coach his daughters opened at Lancaster Catholic, he took the opportunity and changed the lives of many young ladies over the course of the next 32 very successful years. He had a winning percentage of 81% while winning 764 games, 18 Lancaster-Lebanon Section titles, 11 Lancaster-Lebanon League titles, 12 District III titles, and 2 PIAA State championships. After coaching three of his daughters, he also coached with his son for a number of years. His pressure, trapping defenses combined with his disciplined and fundamentally sound team players were a hallmark of his coaching career.

After his retirement in 2014, he was inducted into the Lancaster Catholic Hall of Honor. In October 2014, he was also inducted into the Lancaster County Sports Hall of Fame and awarded the George W. Kirchner Memorial Award and the J. Freeland Chryst Award. Beyond statistics and winning, Coach is known for developing players who went on to be successful in life while attributing their success to the lessons and work ethic instilled by Coach Kauffman.

He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Kauffman, and his children: Kim Dinsmore (wife of Jeff); Peg Kauffman (wife of Kelly Bortner); Terry Tafelski (wife of Michael); Kelly Birk (wife of Scott); and John Kauffman (husband of Becky). He is also survived by his grandchildren - Hannah Dinsmore, Kate Ostrowski (Tyler), Andrew Birk (Ashley), Emily Birk, Zoey and Nora Kauffman, Kennedy and Owen Collier (children of James and Jami Collier), Christian Kehr and Lilly Klehr (children of Jennifer and Norman Klehr), and Payton Fulmer (son of Mark Collier). He is also survived by his first great-grandchild (Olivia Ostrowski).

He was predeceased by his first wife of 39 years, Margaret Ann Kauffman, and granddaughter Elizabeth Tafelski. He was also predeceased by his six sisters, Betsy, Virginia, JoAnne, Mary Lou, Tish, and Thelma and his brother Luke Kauffman.

The family would like to thank all those who cared for Lamar, especially during his three-year stay in the memory care unit at St. Anne's Retirement Community. Thanks also to Hospice and Community Care who provided kind and supportive hospice care to Lamar. The love and support made him feel at home during his final stage of life.

His funeral mass will be held at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 409 Cherry Street, Columbia, at 11 AM on January 12, 2026, with the Rev. Mark Wilkie, Celebrant. A private internment will immediately follow in Holy Trinity Catholic Cemetery. A viewing will be held at Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, 519 Walnut Street, Columbia from 2-4 PM on Sunday, January 11. Visitors will also be received starting at 9:30 AM on Monday before the mass.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Lancaster Catholic High School Athletics, 650 Juliette Ave., Lancaster, PA 17601.

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Known as the heart of her family and the glue that held it together, Joanne had a rare gift for connection.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, January 9, 2026, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 409 Cherry Street, Columbia, PA 17512.

Family and friends are invited to gather for visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. until the time of the Mass.

Burial will follow in Holy Trinity Catholic Cemetery, where Joanne will be laid to rest beside her husband.

Joanne L. Murphy, 85, affectionately known to many as “The Nan”, of Columbia, passed away peacefully into eternal life on January 3, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Columbia to the late Edward G. and Verna L. (Bongart) Peters and remained a lifelong resident of the town she loved.

Joanne experienced profound loss early in life, losing her mother as an infant to polio, an absence that left a tenderness in her heart and is now joyfully healed as she is reunited with her mother in heaven. A graduate of Columbia High School, Class of 1958, Joanne soon married her beloved husband, Gardiner T. Murphy, Sr. Together they built both a family and numerous businesses, including Murphy’s Paint Store, Columbia Factory Outlet, Columbia Tire Outlet & Garage, GT Auto Parts, Don’s Basket Company, numerous laundromats and managed many apartments. Through these family-run businesses, Joanne and her husband instilled in their children the values of hard work, integrity, and an entrepreneurial spirit. 

Known as the heart of her family and the glue that held it together, Joanne had a rare gift for connection. She seemed to know everyone, and wherever she went, she lit up the room with her warmth, kindness, and unmistakable presence.  Her family was her greatest accomplishment, and she poured her love into them in countless ways. For more than twenty years, she lovingly prepared Sunday dinner each week, creating a cherished tradition that brought her family together. She was a faithful and loving wife, a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, as well as a caring sister and aunt. 

Joanne loved spending time with her family, especially at Christmas, which she loved so much and made very special. Joanne loved to shop and took great joy in buying gifts for her family; in addition to being deeply missed by those she loved, Amazon, Boscov’s and Murphy’s Mercantile will surely miss her as well!

A woman of deep faith, Joanne was a faithful parishioner of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, where her faith guided her life and sustained her through both joy and sorrow.

She is survived by her four sons, Joseph G. Murphy Sr., husband of Laurie; Gardiner T. Murphy Jr.; Michael P. Murphy Sr., husband of Lori Ann; and Donald C. Murphy Sr., husband of Becky; and her two daughters, V. Jean Menard, wife of Thomas, and Julie A. Landis, wife of Donald. She is also survived by her eighteen grandchildren: Tommy; Abby (Travis); Amanda; Joseph Jr.; Josh; Jake (Amber); Rachael (Brandon); Kate (Darrin); Emily; Patrick (Sabrina); Megan; Hailey; Terese; Tawn; Lauren (Jordon); Taylor (Emilee); Chris (Faith); and Hunter.

Joanne leaves behind twenty-eight great-grandchildren: Olivia; Hannah; Mia; Dalton; Breanna; Brooke; Brittany; Bailey; Allyson; Joey; Renae; Parker; Paityn; Weston; Caroline; Julian; Matthew; Jonathan; Aundrea; Camryn; Chase; Vaida; Campbell; Trey; Koen; Beau; Marlowe June; and Donnie; as well as one great-great-grandchild, Zeke.

She is additionally survived by her sister, J. Elaine Klinestever; her nephew, Robert Klinestever; her niece, Anne Campbell; and her daughter-in-law, Constance Murphy.

In addition to her parents, Joanne was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Gardiner T. Murphy, Sr., in 1996.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, January 9, 2026, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 409 Cherry Street, Columbia, PA 17512. Family and friends are invited to gather for visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. until the time of the Mass. Burial will follow in Holy Trinity Catholic Cemetery, where Joanne will be laid to rest beside her husband.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of the Angels School, 404 Cherry Street, Columbia, PA 17512.

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The family extends heartfelt gratitude to the doctors, nurses, and caregivers of Lancaster General Hospital for their compassionate care, and to her granddaughter Abby and her family for their loving care over the past ten years.

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He earned the nickname "The Professor" from his colleagues for his avid reading of books, blueprints, and anything technical.

Celebration of Wayne's life will be held at 2:00 PM on Thursday, November 6, 2025 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, 519 Walnut St., Columbia, PA 17512.

The family will receive friends for visitation beginning at 1:00 PM until service time. Attendees are asked to wear lavender (Wayne's favorite color) or any shade of purple.

Wayne G. Splain, 83, of Columbia passed away on October 26, 2025 surrounded by his family. He was born in Columbia to the late John Elwood and Mary Klotz Splain and was a lifelong resident of this area.

Wayne was a graduate of Columbia High School with the Class of 1960 where he was active in wrestling and cross country. He proudly served in the United States Air Force for four years, as a jet aircraft mechanic at Pease Air Force Base and as a Colonel's administrative clerk at McGuire.

Upon leaving the service, Wayne worked as an automotive mechanic and then as a shearer and straightener at Grinnell before improving RCA's salvage operations as a final tube inspector.

Wayne started at PP&L in 1971 at the Holtwood facility. He quickly rose through the ranks to become an electrical mechanic, a job at which he excelled at the Brunner Island SES for 22 years. He earned the nickname "The Professor" from his colleagues for his avid reading of books, blueprints, and anything technical. Wayne transitioned his career in 1993 when he began pursuing his passion for computers as an information systems analyst. He retired in 2002. A lifetime learner, Wayne attended Penn State York Campus.

As a boy and young man, he loved spending time on the Susquehanna River with family and friends and was an active member of the Salem United Church of Christ in Columbia serving as youth fellowship leader, Trustee, and Elder. Wayne was extremely proud of his service as a Cold War veteran and member of the 509th Bomb Wing.

He was an avid Chicago Bears, Dale Earnhardt, and Formula 1 Racing fan. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle who adored his family and treasured spending time with them.

Wayne leaves behind his wife of sixty-two years Charlotte M. Splain née Frey; two sons, Stephen Michael, husband of Tracy Price Splain, John Matthew Splain, partner of Margaret Casey; four grandchildren, Katherine, wife of Cody McConaghy, Shawn Splain, Isaac Mayer-Splain, Ian Mayer-Splain; a brother Lee Splain; numerous nieces and nephews and a large extended family including his cherished foreign exchange student, Javier Tamez Villarreal and his family. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Marilyn Splain Frey.

Charlotte and family sincerely thank Paige Herchelroath, Maddie Gonzalez, Ariana and John from Comfort Keepers, and Hospice & Community Care for their outstanding gentle care in Wayne's final days.

A celebration of Wayne's life will be held at 2:00 PM on Thursday, November 6, 2025 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, 519 Walnut St., Columbia, PA 17512. The family will receive friends for visitation beginning at 1:00 PM until service time. Attendees are asked to wear lavender (Wayne's favorite color) or any shade of purple in remembrance of him. He will be laid to rest, with military honors, at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery on a later date.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Smile Train, P.O. Box 96231, Washington, DC 20090, DAV - Disabled American Veterans, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250, or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

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Buzz proudly served in the United States Navy with tours to Japan and Hawaii. Follow

Mass of Christian Burial: 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at St. Peter Catholic Church, 121 S. 2nd St, Columbia, PA 17512. There will be no viewing, however the family will receive friends for visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Burial, with military honors, will follow and Buzz will be laid to rest beside his beloved Jeanne at St. Peter Catholic Cemetery.

William H. “Buzz” Barton, III, 92, of Columbia passed away on December 30, 2025. He was born in Columbia to the late William H. and Sara Wickenheiser Barton and lived most of his life in this area.

Buzz was a graduate of Columbia High School with the Class of 1952 and proudly served in the United States Navy with tours to Japan and Hawaii. Following his service, he worked with Armstrong World Industries until his retirement and then as tour guide at Armstrong.

Buzz served as a coach with C.B.A.A. for many years teaching his children and numerous others in baseball. He was a lifelong parishioner of St. Peter Catholic Church where he was active in the Holy Name Society. Buzz was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, and uncle who adored his family and treasured spending time with them.

Buzz leaves behind five children, William H. “Buzz”, husband of Deborah Barton of Kokomo, IN, Michael D. Barton of Lancaster, Patrick A., husband of Cindy Barton of Lancaster, Kelly, wife of Dave Miller of New Providence, Kathy Barninger of Columbia; two siblings, Frank l., husband of Margaret Barton of Columbia, Sara Ann, wife of Gerald Mitterer of Willow Street; nine grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews and a large extended family. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of almost seventy-three years, Jeanne Staub Barton who preceded him on November 1, 2025 and two siblings, James M. Barton and Mary Ellen Hoffmaster.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at St. Peter Catholic Church, 121 S. 2nd St, Columbia, PA 17512. There will be no viewing, however the family will receive friends for visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. until service time. Burial, with military honors, will follow and Buzz will be laid to rest beside his beloved Jeanne at St. Peter Catholic Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Hospice and Community Care, 685 Good Dr, Lancaster, PA 17601 or Our Lady of the Angels School, 404 Cherry St, Columbia, PA 17512.

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Celebration of life: Thursday, January 8th, 2026 at 2:00pm at The Lancaster Nursing and Rehab Center, 900 East King Street, Lancaster Pa.

Joyce A Ulmer, 67, of Columbia PA, took the lords hand on December 26, 2025 at Lancaster Nursing and Rehab Center. Born in Lancaster Pa she was the daughter of Glenn and MaryJane Leighty.

Joyce graduated from McCaskey High School and Co-Op program in1979 which led her into her passion of taking care of residents in different nursing facilities in Lancaster and Columbia. Joyce would later meet the love of her life at Conestoga Pines Swimming Pool.

Joyce and Jerry would later celebrate 45 wonderful years of marriage.

Joyce is survived by her loving husband Reverend Jerry Ulmer, son Matthew Ulmer husband of Morgan Ulmer, six grand children and one great grand child.

The celebration of life will be held on Thursday January 8th 2026 at 2:00pm at The Lancaster Nursing and Rehab Center 900 East King Street Lancaster Pa.

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Most important to her was her family, dedicating herself unselfishly to them.

Mass of Christian Burial: Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 409 Cherry St. Columbia PA 17512 on Friday, January 2, 2026, at 11:00 AM.

Friends may view at the church one hour prior to the mass.

Burial will follow in Holy Trinity Catholic Cemetery.

Miriam E. "Mim" Horn, 94 of Columbia, passed away on Friday, December 26, 2025, at the Lancaster General Hospital. She was the wife of the late Joseph E. Horn with whom she was married 60 years until his death in 2011. Born in Ironville, she was the daughter of the late Issac and Bertha Hambright Kneisly.

Mim retired from the National Association of Watch & Clock Collectors, Inc. and was a devoted member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Columbia. Most important to her was her family, dedicating herself unselfishly to them and relishing the time spent with her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

She is survived by her sons, Joseph B., husband of Cindy Horn; Eric D., husband of Jayme Horn; daughters, Marita J., wife of Dan Sargen; Mindy A., wife of Bill Young; grandchildren, Michelle, Scott, Shawn, Steve, Matt, Brian H., Brian S., Annika, Joseph, Kyle, Sean, Courtney; great-grandchildren, River, Caiden, Owen, Addy, Jessalyn, Victoria, Tyler, Lincoln, Frankie, Ava, Tristan, Mackenzie, Ethan, Liam, Holden; great-great-grandchildren, Blake & Brogan. Her sister, Gladys Kneisly preceded her in death.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held from Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 409 Cherry St. Columbia PA 17512 on Friday, January 2, 2026, at 11:00 AM with the Rev. Mark Wilke, Celebrant. Burial will follow in Holy Trinity Catholic Cemetery. Friends may view at the church one hour prior to the mass. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Holy Trinity Catholic Church.

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Sandra thoroughly enjoyed volunteering at the Columbia Re-Uzit shop.

A celebration of Sandra’s life will be held at a later date and will be announced by her family. She will be laid to rest with her late husband at Mount Bethel Cemetery in Columbia.

Sandra L. Lightcap, 82, of Columbia passed away on December 22, 2025. She was born in Harrisburg to the late Arthur and Charlotte Hossler and was a lifelong resident of this area.

Sandra attended and graduated from Elizabethtown High School and went on to receive her LPN from Lancaster County Career and Technology Center in Willow Street. She began her career as an LPN and retired from Pleasant Acres Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. Following her retirement, Sandra thoroughly enjoyed volunteering at the Columbia Re-Uzit shop.

Sandra leaves behind two children, Sandra J., wife of Paul Kralicek of Willow Street, Anthony Hess of Mount Joy; her dear friend, who took wonderful care of Sandra, Lisa, wife of John Briggs of East York. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband William Lightcap in 2005 and two siblings, June Sensenig and Larry Hossler, Jr.

A celebration of Sandra’s life will be held at a later date and will be announced by her family. She will be laid to rest with her late husband at Mount Bethel Cemetery in Columbia. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Columbia Animal Shelter, 265 S. 10th St, Columbia, PA 17512 www.columbiaanimalshelter.com.

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Mary Ann worked in retail sales at the former C.A. Herr Hardware Store and the former K-Mart in Columbia.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, December 29, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at the Clyde W. KraFT Funeral Home, Inc. 519 Walnut St. Columbia PA

Friends may view on Monday one hour prior to the service.

Mary Ann Herr, 81 of Columbia, passed away on Friday, December 19, 2026 at home with her daughter by her side. She was the wife of the late Harry L. Herr who preceded her in death in 2016. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Russell and Mary Harmes Rohrer.

Mary Ann worked in retail sales at the former C.A. Herr Hardware Store and the former K-Mart in Columbia.

She is survived by her daughter, Kimberly Shultz with whom she resided; grandson, Dean Greer; son, Shawn Knotwell and her brother Ronald Rohrer.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, December 29, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at the Clyde W. Krat Funeral Home, Inc. 519 Walnut St. Columbia PA with the Rev. David Powers, officiating. Friends may view on Monday one hour prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the funeral home to help the family defray funeral cost.

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He enjoyed carpentry, fishing, Penn State football, traveling, playing cards, hunting at his camp in Centre County but most of all he loved his family.

Relatives and friends are invited to a Celebration of Life for Donald on Sunday, February 22, 2026 at the American Legion Post 34, 1388 Arcadia Rd., lancaster, PA from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm.

Donald E. Shelley, Sr. of Salunga, passed away on December 19, 2025 after 94 years of being a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, stepfather, great grandfather and friend. He was the husband of the late Harriet Jones Shelley with whom he was married 45 years until her death in 1995 and the late Dorothy McKonly Shelley whom he celebrated 11 years of marriage until her passing on January 28, 2011.

Born in East Prospect, he was the son of the late Roy and Minnie Beaverson Shelley. A Red Lion High School graduate, Don retired after 45 years of service from the former ITT Grinnell Corporation where he was employed as a millwright. He enjoyed carpentry, fishing, Penn State football, traveling, playing cards, hunting at his camp in Centre County but most of all he loved his family.

He is survived by his children, Tony M. husband of Margaret Shelley, Columbia; Deborah L. Tressler wife or Robert Tressler, York; Jodie wife of Roger Gordon, Mount Joy; seven grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren; stepsons, Jerry husband of Wanda McKonly, Lancaster and Mike husband of Deb McKonly, Fl; and his companion Dolores Gibson, Columbia. The last of his immediate family, he was preceded in death by his son, Donald E. Shelley, Jr., stepdaughter, Terry McKonly, four brothers, one sister and one stepsister along with numerous nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to a Celebration of Life for Donald on Sunday, February 22, 2026 at the American Legion Post 34, 1388 Arcadia Rd., Lancaster, PA from 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice and Community Care or the Columbia Animal Shelter or Friendship Community, Lititz, PA.

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Caring for others was never just her profession – it was her calling.

Sandy’s memorial service at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., 519 Walnut Street, Columbia, PA on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at 11:00 a.m.

A visitation with the family will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service.

Interment will follow at Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens.

Sandra Kay Mullin, known to friends as Sandy, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2025, following years of battling Alzheimer’s disease. Born in Greene County, PA, Sandy was the beloved daughter of the late Doran and Thelma Zimmerman.

A graduate of Westminster College, Sandy earned a bachelor’s degree in social work. Caring for others was never just her profession – it was her calling. As a social worker, she tirelessly advocated for the vulnerable, while her role as a devoted mother and caretaker filled her home with love and stability. After 25 years of dedicated service, Sandy retired as the finance and personnel administrator at West Hempfield Township, allowing her to focus on reading, journaling, baking, traveling, and making special memories with her family and friends.

Sandy will be remembered for her generous spirit and creative eye. Sandy’s passion for the arts was reflected in her watercolor paintings, her lovingly crafted scrapbooks, her thoughtful interior design, her beautiful calligraphy, and her beach projects like painted seashells and seaglass windchimes.

Sandy is survived by her husband of 34 years, Jeffery of Columbia, PA; her daughter, Shani, wife of Brian Evans, Lititz, PA; and her three cherished grandsons, Noah, Jacob, and Emerson Evans, who brought her immeasurable pride and joy. She was preceded in death by her brother, Keith Zimmerman, and her son, Sean Weston, whom she held forever in her heart.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend Sandy’s memorial service at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., 519 Walnut Street, Columbia, PA on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Mark Kopp, officiating. A visitation with the family will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Interment will follow at Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Alzheimer’s Association at www.alz.org or Grane Hospice at www.granehospice.com.

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Ruth was a homemaker who adored her family, especially her grandchildren whom she treasured spending time with.

In honor of Ruth’s final wishes there will be no formal services.

Ruth E. Nobile, 74, of Wrightsville passed away on December 22, 2025. She was born in Anderson, IN to the late Roland and Leora Bricker. Ruth was a homemaker who adored her family, especially her grandchildren whom she treasured spending time with.

Ruth leaves behind her husband of fifty-one years Michael Nobile, II of Wrightsville; her children, Joshua C., husband of Christy Nobile of York, Michelene G., wife of Jonathan Steele of Ironville, Wendi and Shannon; three beloved grandchildren, Emilie Hamrick of Dayton, OH, Waylon Steele of Ironville, Ryleigh Nobile of York. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Tim Bricker.

In honor of Ruth’s final wishes there will be no formal services. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Columbia Animal Shelter, 265 S. 10th St, Columbia, PA 17512 www.columbiaanimalshelter.com.

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An avid hunter and outdoorsman, Harry also enjoyed working on vehicles, especially his Corvettes.

A Celebration of Life: Sunday, December 28, 2025, at Newtown United Methodist Church, located at 1910 Iron Bridge Rd., Columbia, PA 17512.

Visitation: 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., with the service beginning at 2:00 p.m.

Harry W. Kline, Jr., passed away peacefully in the early hours of December 14, 2025, at his home, as the snow fell quietly outside. He was born and raised on Rain Tree Road to his parents, Harry Kline, Sr. and Evelyn Kline, a place that would remain close to his heart throughout his life.

In 1960, Harry married the love of his life, Judith A. Heistand. Together, they shared 65 years of marriage and built a life rooted in faith, love, hard work, and family. They were blessed with three children: Brian Kline, Sheri Millar, and Cindy Auker. In 1974, Harry and Judith returned to Rain Tree Road with their family of five, where Harry built the dream home that would be the center of countless memories for generations to come.

Harry retired from the Mount Joy Wire Company after 35 years of dedicated service. Retirement only gave him more time to do what he loved most – spending time with his wife, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, and continuing his lifelong work on the home he cherished. An avid hunter and outdoorsman, Harry also enjoyed working on vehicles, especially his Corvettes. On warm summer days, he could often be found cruising the backroads of Lancaster County on his Victory motorcycle.

Harry is survived by his devoted wife, Judith A. Kline; his children and their spouses, Brian and Susan Kline, Sheri and David Millar, and Cindy and Jeffrey Auker; his grandchildren and their spouses or partners, Ryan and Vicki Auker, Kendra and Aaron Bowman (Auker), Jena Stauffer (Auker) and her partner, Tim Brubaker, Christa and Joe Barner (Auker), and Shannon Millar and her partner, Chris Johns; his great-grandchildren, Anna Bowman, Jase Barner, Olivia Bowman, Tyler Barner, Grayson Auker, Sage Barner, and Cooper Auker; and his siblings, Joan Byrn, Sheryl Behm, Samuel Kline, and Edward Kline. Harry was preceded in death by his loving grandson-in-law, Travis Stauffer.

Harry’s memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him, and in the many lives he touched throughout his years. After a long and courageous battle, he is now free from pain and suffering and has found eternal peace in the presence of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

A Celebration of Life will be held in honor of Harry on Sunday, December 28, 2025, at Newtown United Methodist Church, located at 1910 Iron Bridge Rd., Columbia, PA 17512. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., with the service beginning at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Newtown United Methodist Church Building Fund, a cause near and dear to both Harry’s and Judith’s hearts.

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