Mildred R. McDowell
Mildred was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother who adored her family and treasured being with them.
Mildred R. McDowell, 88, of Wrightsville passed away on July 1, 2026. She was born in Hametown, PA to the late Austin and Hilda Hershey Besser. Mildred grew up and worked with her family business: Besser’s Cabins and Department Store and worked other jobs before retiring from Harley Davidson in York. She enjoyed drinking beer and spending time with her family. Mildred was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother who adored her family and treasured being with them.
Midred leaves behind three sons Eugene D., husband of Robin Gingerich of Hellam, Robert E. Gingerich of Wrightsville, Donald L. Gingerich of Dover; two beloved grandchildren Makayla and Donnie; six great grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son Michael A. Gingerich.
There will be no formal services for Mildred and she will be laid to rest privately at Fairview Cemetery in Wrightsville. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Columbia Animal Shelter, 265 S. 10th St, Columbia, PA 17512 or www.columbiaanimalshelter.com.
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