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Elizabeth C. Graham

Most of all, Elizabeth found full enjoyment in the company of her family, especially her grandchildren.

No services at this time.

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Elizabeth C. Graham, 93, of Columbia, passed away on Saturday, December 14, 2019 at ManorCare, Lancaster. She was the wife of the late John W. Graham, Sr. with whom she was married 57 years until his death in 2004. Born in Washington Boro, she was the daughter of the late Christian and Margaret Adimire Warner.

Elizabeth retired after 36 years of service from the Susquehanna Glass Factory where she worked as a glass cutter. A music lover and musician, she played guitar, harmonica, organ, and accordion. She enjoyed playing bingo and was a horse lover. Most of all, she found full enjoyment in the company of her family, especially her grandchildren.

She is survived by her children, Ruthann, wife of George Goeke; Elizabeth, wife of John Becker; Cheryl, wife of Paul Dressel; John W., Jr., husband of Lori Graham; Margaret, wife of Russell Stoutzenberger; nine grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter; sisters, Anna Zook and Teresa Keysock.

No services will be held at this time.

Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc.


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Patsy Jean Seifried

Patsy was loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother who treasured spending time with her family.

Funeral Services: Wednesday, December 18, 2019 NOON at St. John Lutheran’s Church, Columbia

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Patsy Jean Seifried, 90, of Columbia passed away on December 12th, 2019. She was born in Columbia to the late Clarence F. and Olive Snavely Gerfin and was a longtime resident of this area.

Patsy was a graduate of Columbia High School with the Class of 1947 and was an active alumnus. She attended the Mt. Sinai School of Nursing in Philadelphia and worked for many years at the former Columbia Hospital before transitioning to Lancaster General Hospital and working with the Trinity House before her retirement.

Patsy was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, an active member of St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, and a volunteer for the Columbia Visitors Center. She enjoyed knitting and crocheting, and loved to travel and vacation in Florida. Patsy was loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother who treasured spending time with her family.


Patsy leaves behind her children, Patricia, wife of Mark Fischer of Columbia, Lisa, wife of Rick Manley of Lancaster, Rick, husband of Tammy Seifried of Landisville; seven grandchildren, Travis, Marcus, Kristi, Nicole, Jesse, Niki, and Ian; four great grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Richard K. Seifried in 1991.


Services for Patsy will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 18th, 2019 at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 23 S. 6th St, Columbia, PA 17512. The family will receive friends for visitation beginning at 11:00 a.m. until service time. She will be laid to rest with her late husband at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery on Thursday, December 19th, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Hospice and Community Care, 685 Good Dr, Lancaster, PA 17604.

Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. Columbia/Landisville. www.clydekraft.com


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David E. Keesey

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Gerald "Jerry" L. Arter

Jerry was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and brother who treasured spending time with his family.

In honor of Jerry’s final wishes he is to be cremated with no formal services.

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Gerald L. “Jerry” Arter, 75, of Columbia passed away on December 9th, 2019. He was born in Columbia to the late Chester and Evelyn Arter and was a lifelong resident of this area. Jerry attended Columbia High School and worked as a body shop mechanic for many years before starting his soft pretzel company, Daddy-O Soft Pretzels. Which he was very proud of. Jerry was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and brother who treasured spending time with his family.

Jerry leaves behind his wife of forty years, Betty Arter of Columbia; three children, Beth, wife of Mike Rice of Lititz, Sherry Lentz of Columbia, Robert, husband of Lisa of Gap; four grandchildren, Jennifer, Josh, Chad, and Zach; four great grandchildren, Tyler, Mazzie, Harper, Olivia, and one on the way; one sister, Linda Becker of Manheim. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three siblings.

In honor of Jerry’s final wishes he is to be cremated with no formal services. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Columbia Animal Shelter, 265 S. 10th St, Columbia, PA 17512 or http://www.columbiaanimalshelter.com/donationwishlist.


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Harold E. Hartman

Harold was an avid camper, enjoyed spending time in Florida, and was involved in a bowling league in years past.

Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 13th, 2019 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home

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Harold E. Hartman, 92 of Lancaster passed away on December 7th, 2019. He was born in Supplee, PA to the late Peter and Sarah Hartman. Harold proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy Reserves and served aboard the USS Missouri. He worked for more than 30 years for the Sico Company and managed their service stations. He also worked part time for more than 20 years at Manheim Auto Auction and A.B.C. Auction driving their service trucks. Harold was a member of Masonic Lodge 496, Lancaster Forest #27, Tall Cedars of Lebanon, and American Legion Post 34. He was an avid camper and enjoyed spending time in Florida and was also involved in a bowling league in years past.

Harold leaves behind his daughter with whom he lived, Carol, wife of Jeffrey Wasche of Lancaster; four grandchildren, Shaun Hartman, Mandy Weber, Justin Hartman, Kayla Wasche; three great grandchildren; five siblings, Bette Jean Wilkowski, Dale Hartman, Delano Hartman, Laverne Hartman, Sheldon Hartman. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Esther in 2011, his son Harold “Harry” E. Hartman, and 7 siblings.

Services for Harold with Masonic rites will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 13th, 2019 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. Pastor Carlene Wolf will officiate. Burial will follow at Conestoga Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Washington Boro United Methodist Church, Fellowship Center Building Fund, 1964 Water St, P.O. Box 57, Washington Boro, PA 17582. Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. Columbia/Landisville. www.clydekraft.com


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Michael W. Hooper, II.

Mike enjoyed spending time at the river, hunting arrowheads at Long Level and would say his greatest accomplishment was his children.

Celebration of Life: Saturday, December 14, 2019 at 11:00, Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Columbia.

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Michael W. Hooper II, 58, of 638 S. 13th St., Columbia, PA died on December 5, 2019 at Hospice and Community Care, Mount Joy, PA. He was the husband of Amy Hess Hooper. Born in Columbia he was the son of Dorothy Koehler Hooper of Mount Joy, PA and the late Michael W. Hooper I.

Mike was employed as Assistant Plant Manager for Lancaster Leaf Tobacco Co. for 12 years. He was a Methodist by faith. Mike was a Life Member of both the Foresters of America and the Columbia Canoe Club. Mike was a man of many trades and enjoyed passing on his skills in home improvement and mechanics to his loved ones. He enjoyed spending time at the river and hunting arrowheads at Long Level. He would say his greatest accomplishment was his children.

Surviving besides his wife are 2 daughters: Elizabeth wife of Garrett Mowrer of Mt. Airy, MD and Emily Hooper of Apple Valley, CA, and a Son: Alec Hooper of Columbia, PA; a sister: Michele wife of John Kneisley of Lancaster, PA, and a brother: Stephen husband of Vicki Steiner Hooper of Columbia, PA.

A Celebration of Mike's Life will be held from the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., 519 Walnut St., Columbia, PA on Saturday, December 14, 2019 at 11:00AM (VIEWING 10:00AM – 11:00AM). The family requests that flowers be omitted. Memorial contributions in Mike's memory may be made to the Columbia Meals on Wheels Program, P.O. Box 391, Columbia, PA 17512.

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Dallas E. Hoffmaster

His hobbies included spending time with his family and friends along with woodcarving, especially carving wood duck decoys.

Funeral service will be held Monday, December 9, 2019 at 7:00 p.m.

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Dallas E. Hoffmaster, 77, passed away on Wednesday, December 4, 2019 at Hospice and Community Care. Formerly of Marietta, he had resided at Paramount Senior Living Community since 2014. He was the husband of the late Darlene Lucas Hoffmaster with whom he was married 50 years until her death on November 7, 2014. Born in Windsor, he was the son of the late John and Lula Brown Hoffmaster.


Dallas graduated from Red Lion High School in 1959 and was honorably discharged from the U.S Army where he served during the Vietnam War as a military policeman.


Dallas retired in 1997 after 23 years of service from the former Wyeth Laboratories (GSK) Marietta where he worked as an electrical engineer. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing, spending time at his cabin in Potter County and was a member of the Potter County Snowmobile Club and the Columbia Fish and Game. His hobbies included spending time with his family and friends along with woodcarving, especially carving wood duck decoys.


Surviving are two sons, Timothy, husband of Juli Hoffmaster; Thomas Hoffmaster; grandchildren, Melissa, Sara, Holly, Tiffany; great grandchildren, Kiana, Taylor, Natalie, Brittany, Graysen; brother, Lynn Hoffmaster: sisters, Ruby Lucas and Bonnie Kauffman. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Gene, Clair, Bruce and John.


The funeral service will be held at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. 519 Walnut St. Columbia PA on Monday, December 9, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. with Elder Sam Fallinger, presiding. Family and friends may view on Monday one hour prior to the service. If desired, contributions may be made in Dallas’s memory to the Alzheimer’s Association, 2598 Interstate Dr. Suite 100, Harrisburg PA 17110 or at www.alz.org/pa


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Brendon M. Duke

Viewing & remembrance Thursday, December 5, 2019 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., Columbia

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Brendon M. Duke, 25, passed away in Reading, PA, on November 26, 2019. At the time of his death he was employed as a foundry worker at Cast-Rite Metal Company in Birdsboro, PA.

Brendon loved the outdoors and enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating, playing rugby, and most recently, country music.

He is survived by his father, Timothy M. Duke and his wife Penny, Seven Valleys; mother, Denise Halterman Duke, Columbia; paternal grandparents, Abram O., Jr. and Rose Duke; girlfriend, Katelyn Warnke and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Family and friends may view and remember Brendon on Thursday, December 5, 2019 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., 519 Walnut St., Columbia, PA 17512 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

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Ethel M. Bailer

A celebration of Ethel’s life will be held at a later date and will be announced by her family.

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Ethel Marie Bailer, 95, of Lancaster passed away on November 23rd, 2019 following a period of declining health. She was born in Marietta to the late Beathel M. Bailer and Nellie Howard Waters Bailer and was a lifelong resident of this area.

Ethel attended Marietta High School and worked for many years in hospitality at Lancaster General Hospital before her retirement. She enjoyed trips to Atlantic City, NJ and loved her city of Lancaster.


Ethel was the sixth of fourteen children and leaves behind three sisters, Betty Bridgette of Columbia, Glorea Gray of Lancaster, Shirley, wife of Robert Poindexter of Columbia; several nieces and nephews and a large extended family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by six brothers, Albert and Richard Waters, Beathel, Edward, Laverne, and Charles Bailer; four sisters, Vivian Rowell, Esther Griffin, Jennie Stewart, Nancy Abernathy.


A celebration of Ethel’s life will be held at a later date and will be announced by her family. In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to Ethel’s final expenses by calling 717-684-2370 or sending by mail or in person to Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, 519 Walnut St, Columbia, PA 17512.





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Robert T. Rigel

A celebration of Robert’s life will be held on Friday, November 29th from 10:00 a.m

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Robert T. Rigel, 88, of York passed away surrounded by his loving family on November 24th, 2019. He was born in Manchester Township and raised by the late Lloyd and Cornelia Rigel. Robert attended and graduated from Columbia High School and worked for York International for 37 years. He was a mechanical designer and a driving force in their computer generating software. Robert was a family man who treasured spending time with them. He was also an artist whose creativity was in his woodworking, book writing, and cartoon drawings.

Robert leaves behind his wife of 63 years, Kay Rigel of York; their children, Bob Rigel, companion of Rose Hayes of York and Red Lion, Pam, wife of Chris Kennedy of Apex, NC, Doug, husband of Diane Rigel of York; five grandchildren, Leah, Lonna wife of Clay, Keela, Cory, Laine; two great grandchildren, George and Henry.

A celebration of Robert’s life will be held from 10:00 a.m. until noon with a family time of sharing at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, November, 29th, 2019 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, 519 Walnut St, Columbia, PA 17512. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Hospice and Community Care, 685 Good Dr, Lancaster, PA 17604. Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. Columbia/Landisville.

Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. Columbia/Landisville. www.clydekraft.com



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Harry J. Simpson, Sr.

In honor of Harry’s final wishes, he will be cremated and there will be no formal services.

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Harry James Simpson, Sr, 76 of Columbia, PA passed away on November 9th, 2019. He was born in Camden, NJ to the late Harry P. and Margaret (Hiles) Simpson.

Harry was a 1963 graduate of Clayton High School, Clayton, New Jersey. Harry earned a degree from the Culinary School of Atlantic County and went on to share his baking expertise with multiple bakeries in many groceries throughout the country, most recently at the local Giant at Stone Mill Plaza in Lancaster PA. He enjoyed visiting the California redwood trees, the beach and treasured baking with his grand & great-grandchildren.


Harry leaves behind his wife of almost 56 years, Gerri (Fitzpatrick) Simpson of Columbia; four sons, Harry Jr, husband of Carole Simpson of Clayton, NJ, Tim Simpson of York, PA, Mike, husband of Anne Simpson of Stockton, CA, and Doug, husband of Amy Simpson of Oak Grove, MO; twelve grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.


In honor of Harry’s final wishes, he will be cremated and there will be no formal services. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Institute, 2102 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601. Where he was receiving treatment for the last 3 years.

Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. Columbia/Landisville. www.clydekraft.com



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Ronald J. and Marilyn M. Brubaker

Private Services will be held for Ronald and Marilyn.

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Ronald J. Brubaker, 70 and Marilyn M. Brubaker, 70, husband and wife, died together of natural causes at their residence in Columbia, PA on November 18, 2019.

Ron was born in Columbia, PA on September 27, 1949 a son of the late Robert and Elva Krow Brubaker. He retired from ITT Engineering and Valve Co. He was a 50 year member of the Chickies Rock Lodge Loyal Order of the Moose. He coached the Moose Braves baseball team from 1972–1976. He was a Columbia High School Graduate Class of 1968.

He is survived by a Brother, Gary husband of Denise (Meisenbach) Brubaker of Columbia. He is also survived by Siblings: Robert, Pat and Suzanne. He was predeceased by a Brother, George Krow.

Marilyn was born in Columbia, PA on December 10, 1948 a daughter of the late Earl C. and Doris Martin Hess.

Marilyn was raised by her grandparents George and Elva Martin. She was last employed in the sewing industry. She was also a member of the Chickies Rock Lodge Loyal Order of the Moose. Marilyn was an avid sports fan especially for the Philadelphia Phillies.

Surviving are Sisters: Sarah wife of Paul Kays and Brenda Mabee both of Arizona; Linda Nevison of Wisconsin; Rosalie Nystrand and June Steele both of New Jersey; and a brother, Victor husband of Linda Hess of North Carolina.

Private Services will be held for Ronald and Marilyn. Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. Columbia/Landisville.


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Margaret B. VonStetten

At Margaret's request, her service of remembrance will be private with interment in the Willow Street Mennonite Cemetery.

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Margaret B. Von Stetten, 94, of the Willow Valley Community, went to be with her Lord on November 9, 2019. She was the loving wife of the late Wayne Von Stetten to whom she was married 70 years until his death in 2018. Born in Youngstown, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Evard P. and Emma Cleland Best.

Wherever she lived, she was very active in her church community. Margaret loved Christmas and family gatherings. She was happy to enjoy 30 years of traveling with her late husband Wayne after his retirement.

Margaret is survived by her devoted family, Wayne II (Debbie); James (Reenie); Eileen Gale, (wife of the late Christopher) Richard (Annette); 11 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; brothers, Robert Best (Nan) and Evard Best (Beverly).

At Margaret's request, her service of remembrance will be private with interment in the Willow Street Mennonite Cemetery. If desired, contributions to Hands Across the Street, c/o the Columbia Presbyterian Church, 360 Locust St., Columbia, PA 17512 would be deeply appreciated.


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Gene B. Weiksner

Gene proudly served in the U.S. Navy as a Radioman from 1951-1955 and was a Korean War Veteran.

A graveside committal will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, November 22nd, 2019 at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery.

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Gene B. “Bernie” Weiksner, 88, passed away at Mount Hope Nazarene Retirement Home on November 15, 2019. He was a 62 year resident of East Petersburg prior to moving to Mount Hope. Bernie was born in Altoona, PA to the late James F. & Pauline Weiksner, Sr. He was the loving husband of Pauline Weiksner who passed away December 30, 2018.  He was preceded in death by his brothers, James Weiksner, Jr. and Donald Weiksner. Bernie is survived by his children, Stephen, husband of Nada Weiksner of Marietta, Sheryl, wife of Carl Gehman of Ronks; five grandchildren and three great grandchildren. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy as a Radioman from 1951-1955 and was a Korean War Veteran having served on the U.S.S. Philippine Sea and at the Naval Communications Station on the Island of Guam. Bernie retired from Federal Mogul in 1993 after 19 years as a Production Scheduler. He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Landisville and the East Petersburg Fire Company.

After retirement Bernie spent as much time as possible with his grandchildren, cheering them on at sporting events, dance recitals and concerts.  He loved to build things with them from Model cars to bird houses, take them to the pool and spend vacations at Bethany Beach jumping waves with them. The birds and stray cats never went hungry at their house. Bernie loved football and the Pittsburgh Steelers.

A graveside committal will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, November 22nd, 2019 at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery where Bernie will be laid to rest with his wife Polly. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 21st, 2019 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral home, 247 Main St, Landisville, PA 17538. In lieu of flowers, please consider donation to Lancaster Meals on Wheels, 1085 Manheim Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601. Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. Columbia/Landisville.


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Tom A. Albright

Tom would always light up a room with his smile and vibrant personality.

A Drop In to Celebrate Tom’s Life will be held at Ironville United Methodist Church on Saturday, November 30, 2019 from 1PM – 4PM

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Tom A. Albright, 41 of San Angelo, TX, passed away suddenly from a brief illness in the San Angelo Hospital on Monday, November 11, 2019. Born in Hershey, PA, he was the son of Duane and Charlene Albright of Columbia, PA. Tom was the loving husband of Melissa L. (Straka) Albright, with whom he celebrated 12 years of marriage on November 10, 2019. Tom was a 1996 graduate of Hempfield High School and a graduate of the Penn State University in May 2001 where he received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Finance and International Business. While he attended Penn State, he did an internship with McNeil Co. which led him to be hired into the Financial Leadership Development Program of Johnson & Johnson Co. He then became a recruiter for the FLDP program. In 2003 he became a Certified Managerial Accountant and in 2004 became a Certified Financial Manager. He received his MBA in 2006 from Temple University. After graduating from college he was employed by Johnson & Johnson Co. joining them in 2001. He served in various positions in the Johnson & Johnson companies, most recently as Plant Controller for Ethicon, a J&J company in San Angelo, TX. His interests included Bowling in College for Penn State University team where he bowled a perfect 300 game, corn hole games, home Pool Volleyball, home poker games and traveling on vacations. He was an avid and passionate fan of all the Philadelphia teams and Penn State football. He was a member of the NRA and the Wounded Warrior Project. He was predeceased by his Grandparents, Wilbur Albright, Millie Albright, Dean and Jean Englehart, and aunt Diane Shireman. Tom would always light up a room with his smile and vibrant personality. A Drop In to Celebrate Tom’s Life will be held in the Social Hall of the Ironville United Methodist Church 4020 Holly Drive, Columbia, PA on Saturday, November 30, 2019 from 1PM – 4PM, casual dress is requested. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in Tom’s memory may be made to the Wounded Warriors Project P.O. Box 758517 Topeka, Kansas 66675-8517 or go online.




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Emory L. Frey

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Susan M. Ruggieri

Suzy was an animal lover having several rescue dogs in her care at any giving time

Mass of Christian Burial: Friday, November 15, 2019 at 11:00, Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Columbia.

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Susan M. (Smith) Ruggieri, 57, of Roherstown, passed away on November 10, 2019. Born in Columbia, she was the daughter of the late William F. Sr. and Anne Sulosky Smith.

Better known to her family and friends as Suzy, she graduated from Manheim Central High School, Class of 1980 and was an animal lover having several rescue dogs in her care at any giving time. In addition, she was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Columbia.

Suzy is survived by her brothers, William F. Smith, Jr.; Joseph R. husband of Amy Smith; three nephews, William F. III, Alexander and Nathan Smith. She was preceded in death by her sister, Roberta Ann Budesheim.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 409 Cherry St., Columbia, PA 17512 on Friday, November 15, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Stephen P. Kelley, Celebrant. Burial will follow in Holy Trinity Catholic Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the mass. If desired, please consider donations in Susan's memory to All Paws Rescue, PO Box 1221, Chester Springs, PA 19425.

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