Nan was a wonderful cook and most well known for her macaroni salad, deviled eggs, pumpkin pie, ham potpie, and chocolate cake with peanut butter fudgy icing.  She was also well known for her thoughtfulness.

Memorial Service: Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., Columbia, PA on Thursday, December 23, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Mark S. Kopp, officiating. The family will receive friends on Thursday one hour prior to the service.

Interment in Fairview Cemetery.

Wrightsville – Pauline Marie “Nan” Hammer of Wrightsville was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend.  She left this world suddenly on December 14, 2021 at the age of 81.  She was preceded in death by her parents Elwood and Sadie Fisher, brother Bill Fisher, and devoted husband, James G. Hammer.

Nan enjoyed being a homemaker keeping her home spotless and decorated to the nines for every holiday of the year.  She also spent much of her free time with family and tending to her grandchildren and, more recently, her great-grandchildren.  She was a wonderful cook and most well known for her macaroni salad, deviled eggs, pumpkin pie, ham potpie, and chocolate cake with peanut butter fudgy icing.  She was also well known for her thoughtfulness.  Family and friends received greeting cards for all occasions throughout the year by mail with lovely words underscored.

Nan is survived by her children, Gregory J., husband of Jeanne; Wendy D., wife of Shawn Aungst; Randy D., husband of Melissa; four grandchildren, Kirsten (fiancée of Brad Kreider), Megan (fiancée of Justin Stone), Ryan and Kelsey; and three great-granddaughters, Aubrey Rose; Karley and Marisa.  Also surviving is her sister, S. Catherine Smuck.

A memorial service will be held at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. 519 Walnut St., Columbia, PA on Thursday, December 23, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Mark S. Kopp, officiating. Interment in Fairview Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Thursday one hour prior to the service.

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Catherine loved Jesus with all of her heart and will be spending Christmas with Jesus.

Services for Catherine will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, December 27th, 2021 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home

 Catherine Ruth Rode Drescher, 89, of Columbia, went home to be with her Lord on Friday morning, December 17, 2021 at Susquehanna Health and Wellness Center. Born in Columbia, she was the daughter of the late Cecil and Blanche (Shive) Rode. Catherine was the loving wife of the late Robert Clyde Drescher, Sr.

Catherine worked at the bake shop on Walnut Street in Columbia until it’s eventual closing. She was known to many children as “The Cookie Lady”. She then worked at Rite Aid in Columbia until her retirement in 1997. Catherine was a kind and generous person all of her life. She loved Jesus with all of her heart and will be spending Christmas with Jesus.

Catherine will be missed by her son, Bob Drescher, Jr. and his wife, Sally; and by her daughter Annie Strickler and her husband, Harry. She is survived by 4 grandchildren, Margie Moran, Harry Strickler, Jr., Jeremy Strickler, and Robert C. Drescher, III.; 7 great grandchildren; and 2 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a sister, Grace (Rode) Brandt. 

Services for Catherine will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, December 27th, 2021 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 Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens where she will be laid to rest with her late husband. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to First Assembly of God, 4696 Breezyview Dr, Columbia, PA 17512. Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. Columbia/Landisville www.clydekraft.com

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Nancy enjoyed vacationing in Ocean City MD with family and friends, going to yard sales, going out to eat, spending time with her family especially during the holidays and really enjoyed showing pictures of her family and friends to others.

Funeral services: Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home on Friday, December 17, 2021 at 11:00 a.m.

Nancy F. Hilliar, 83, formerly of Columbia died Sunday, December 12, 2021 at the Hanover Hospital. She was the wife of the late Cleon W. Hilliar. Born in Columbia, she was the daughter of the late Mary Bailey.

A homemaker, she enjoyed vacationing in Ocean City MD with family and friends, going to yard sales, going out to eat, spending time with her family especially during the holidays and really enjoyed showing pictures of her family and friends to others.

She is survived by her six children, Cleon Jr. (deceased); LeeAnne; Earl; Glenn; Steve; Blaine; 14 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren.

Funeral services at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. 519 Walnut St. Columbia PA on Friday, December 17, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Mark S. Kopp, officiating. Viewing one hour prior to the service. Burial in Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens.

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Along with her husband, she was an active member of the Amvets Post 19, VFW Post 2435 and the Columbia United Veterans Council.

Funeral service will be held at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. 519 Walnut St. Columbia on Monday, December 20, 2021 at 11:00 a.m.

Family and friends may view at the funeral home one hour prior to the service.

Barbara Jean “Mom-Mom” Haines, 63, of Washington Boro, passed away on Friday, December 10, 2021. She was the wife of Eugene B. Haines, Jr. with whom she was married 46 years. Born in Lancaster, she ws the daughter of the late William R. Jr. and Dorothy Rowe Killian.

Barb retired in 1999 from QVC, Lancaster, where she was employed as a quality control supervisor. In her post retirement years, she worked as a school bus driver for the Red Lion Bus Company and Rolling Hills Transit. Along with her husband, she was an active member of the Amvets Post 19, VFW Post 2435 and the Columbia United Veterans Council.

In addition to her husband are her children, Belinda Wright (Kevin); Jean Joy (Robert); Cora Franklin (Zachary Allen); Wayne Franklin (Shannan); Cody Franklin; 12 grandchildren; one great granddaughter; brothers, William Killian (Tracey); Carl Killian; Larry Killian (Amanda); sisters Diane Strawser (Mark); Betty Byers (Brad) and sister-in-law Joyce Flory (Robert)

A funeral service will be held at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. 519 Walnut St. Columbia on Monday, December 20, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. Family and friends may view at the funeral home one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Barbara’s memory to the Salvation Army, 131 S. Queen St. Lancaster PA 17603.

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Gladys was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother, and sister who adored her family and treasured spending time with them.

Services for Gladys will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 15th, 2021 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.

She will be laid to rest with her late husband at Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens.

Gladys Boyer Moore, 88, of Columbia passed away on December 9th, 2021. She was born in Union Deposit to the late Enos, Sr. and Mary Lehn Boyer. Gladys was a graduate of Hershey High School with the Class of 1951. From 1988 – 1999, she worked as a teacher’s aide at St.  John’s Lutheran Day Care. Gladys was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother, and sister who adored her family and treasured spending time with them. She was a faithful member of Trinity Reformed United Church of Christ in Mountville.

Gladys leaves behind her children, John, husband of Rosemary Moore of Georgetown, De, Mark, husband of Corie Moore of Harrisburg, Donna Moore, wife of Jere Hedricks of Columbia, Mary Moore of Columbia; nine grandchildren, Dustin, husband of Kelley Zipp, Brad Moore, Charity, wife of Jeff Norton, Christy, Charissa, Chaeli Moore, Kaitlin and Andrew Fischer, Zachary Jones; one great grandson and one great great granddaughter, Austin Zipp and Amaya Zipp; two siblings, Enos Boyer of Hershey, Shirley, wife of Richard Conrad of Hummelstown. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Donald L. Moore in 2012 and four siblings, Mary Huber, Sarah Stegall, Kathryn Whitehaus, and Harold Boyer.

Services for Gladys will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 15th, 2021 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. She will be laid to rest with her late husband at Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Trinity Reformed U.C.C., 450 W. Main St, Mountville, PA 17554. Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. Columbia/Landisville www.clydekraft.com

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Lonnie was an avid hunter and wine enthusiast who enjoyed visiting wineries with his friends.

Services for Lonnie will be private and he will be placed with his late wife at Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens.

Lonnie C. Brown, Sr., 75 of Columbia passed away on December 6th, 2021. He was born in Columbia to the late Raymond and Geraldine Geesey Brown and was a lifelong resident of this area. Lonnie attended Columbia High School and worked for more than thirty years with Alumax (Arconic) as a maintenance mechanic before his retirement. He was an avid hunter and wine enthusiast who enjoyed visiting wineries with his friends.

Lonnie leaves behind his children, Lonnie C. Brown, Jr., husband of Christine of Wrightsville, Lorie Ann, wife of Daniel Michels of Silver Spring, Kenneth, husband of Rachel Bosley of Mechanicsburg, Sarah, wife of Outhai Loy of Landisville; twelve grandchildren and seven great grandchildren; two siblings, Raymond, husband of Bonnie Brown of Columbia, Mildred Dosch of Columbia; his canine companion Zeus. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Barbara Edmond Brown; his daughter Regina Sprenkle; two sisters, Nancy Dunker and Elaine Fraiser.

Services for Lonnie will be private and he will be placed with his late wife at Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens. 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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Chester was a self-taught guitarist and became a guitar instructor and teacher for many years.

A small memorial service will be held in the future.

Dr. Chester L. Kenney, 80, passed away at home on Tuesday, November 23, 2021. He was a lifelong resident of Columbia, PA. He was the son of the late Patrick Kenney, Sr and Louise (Choice) Kenney. He was a self-taught guitarist and became a guitar instructor and teacher for many years. He also loved listening to music for hours while smoking his pipe. He was a religious man and he loved learning and furthering his education. He received his Practitioner of the Neotarian Doctrine from the Neotarian College of Philosophy. He also received certificates in Bible Reading from New Standard for Living and Bible Reading from the Mt. Leo Church of Christ. He also loved electronics and he had acquired certificates in Electronics Technology and Advanced Troubleshooting 1& 2 and Electronics Technology with Laboratory from the Cleveland Institute of Electronics. Diploma in TV/VCR Repair from International Correspondence Schools and a Certificate in VCR Servicing from Healthkit Educational Systems. 

Chester was preceded in death by his brothers Patrick Kenney, II, and William M. Kenney; and his loving wife Murlene Kenney. Surviving siblings are his brother, Marvin R. Kenney of Columbia, PA; two sisters, Bernice Hurst of York, PA; and Dorothy Noon, who resides in Lancaster, PA. Also, a host of nieces and nephews survive. His remains were handled by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home of Columbia, PA. 

The family would like to thank everyone for all the prayers and condolences. A small memorial service will be held in the future. Thank you and God Bless from the family. 

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Everyone knew Danny lived life to the fullest. What’s not to love about a man who loved his children and grandchildren — almost as much as he loved the Boston Red Sox, cold beer, the river, and peanut butter.

Per Danny’s request, a toast will be held at the Catholic War Veterans Post 1306, 250 N. Seventh St. Columbia PA on Friday, December 3, 2021 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.  

A celebration of life will be held in the Spring for him at the river.

Daniel J. Seasock, 68, died November 29, 2021, at his home with his loved ones by his side. He was born on February 6, 1953 in Columbia, PA.

Danny leaves behind his wife, Diane (Laudenberger/Gerfin) Seasock; his children, Daniel C. Seasock, wife Heidi (Groom) Seasock of Lancaster; Bobbie J. (Seasock) Johnson, wife of Donovan Shane Johnson of Eswatini; Tara L. (Seasock) Sykes, wife of Shane Sykes of Dover; and his 2 step children, Kelly (Gerfin) Gamber and Matthew Gerfin of Columbia.  He was Pap to 12 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.  Danny is preceded in death by his parents, Daniel J. and Dorothy (Smith) Seasock.

During his years at Columbia High School, Danny excelled in football and wrestling. He was part of the 1970 "Big Red Machine".  After graduating, Danny went to work for Alcoa, where he met some lifelong friends.  He later was employed at AMP/Tyco where he retired after 25 years of service. Everyone knew Danny lived life to the fullest. What’s not to love about a man who loved his children and grandchildren — almost as much as he loved the Boston Red Sox, cold beer, the river, and peanut butter.  He also enjoyed hunting and fishing.  Danny was a generous man, always willing to help anyone in need. Life, or the “family bush”, will not be the same without Danny’s company. 

Per Danny’s request, a toast will be held at the Catholic War Veterans Post 1306, 250 N. Seventh St. Columbia PA on Friday, December 3, 2021 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.  A celebration of life will be held in the Spring for him at the river.

 In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made the Columbia Mat Club (Columbia Wrestling) c/o Rebecca Wolf, 116 Pheasant Drive, Columbia PA 17512 or to Hospice and Community Care, PO Box 4125, Lancaster PA 17604 (www.hospoceandcommunitycare.org)

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

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Kenneth was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting and fishing.

A Celebration of Kenneth’s life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 17th, 2021 at West Green Tree Church of the Brethren, 740 Greentree Rd, Elizabethtown, PA 17022.

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Kenneth Jay Stoppard, 73, of Mount Joy passed away on November 29th, 2021. He was born in Columbia to the late Harold Stoppard and June Rush and was the stepson of Evelyn Wagner Stoppard and was a lifelong resident of this area.

Kenneth was a graduate of Hempfield high School. Following high school, he graduated from Goldey-Beacom College with an accounting degree. Kenneth worked as an accountant for many years first with Carl Fisher. Then Sager, Swisher & Co, and finally HSI Company, Inc. of Lancaster before his retirement. He also served as a past president of the Columbia Lions Club. Kenneth was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting and fishing. In his later years, he took up woodworking and loved to build things for his grandchildren.

Kenneth leaves behind his wife Margaret Stoppard of Mount Joy; two children, Christopher Stoppard (Kristine) of Mount Joy, Wendy Giulivo (Tony) of Elizabethtown; two granddaughters, Janette Seibert (Aaron) of Mount Joy, Morgan Giulivo of Elizabethtown; one great granddaughter, Harper Seibert of Mount Joy; five siblings, Star Rush of Bluffton, SC, Harold Stoppard (Ann) of Manheim, Jane Ginder (Ed) of Manheim, Gary Stoppard (Rachel) of North Carolina, Edward Stoppard (Maureen) of York County; several nieces and nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Larry and Donald Stoppard and Robert Rush.

A Celebration of Kenneth’s life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 17th, 2021 at West Green Tree Church of the Brethren, 740 Greentree Rd, Elizabethtown, PA 17022. The family will receive friends for visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. until service time. Burial will follow at West Green Tree Cemetery. If attending any services please wear a mask and practice social distancing.In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Hospice and Community Care, 685 Good Dr, Lancaster, PA 17604.

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He enjoyed the outdoors, hiking, music and spending time with his family, friends and his canine buddy “Bella.”

Funeral Services: Saturday, December 4, 2021 11:00 a.m. at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Columbia. Viewing will be held one hour prior to service.

Thomas O. (T.C) Chant III, 33, passed way on Wednesday, November 24, 2021. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of Thomas O. Chant, Jr. and Deborah Rutter, wife of Stephen Nolt.

Known to his family and friends as Tom or T.C., he enjoyed the outdoors, hiking, music and spending time with his family, friends and his canine buddy “Bella.”

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his maternal grandfather, John D. Rutter; brothers, Branden, Bailey, Dillan, Coltan, Tyler, and sisters, Stevie and Cristen. He was preceded in death by his brother, Coty S. Rutter.

Funeral services will be held from the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., 519 Walnut St., Columbia, PA 17512 on Saturday, December 4, 2021 beginning promptly at 11:00 a.m. Family and friends may view on Saturday one hour before the service. Burial will follow in Silver Spring Cemetery. Kindly omit flowers. Instead, please consider a donation in Tom’s memory to Compassionate House Aftercare, Inc. (Transitional Housing), 708 Country Place Drive, Lancaster, PA 17601.

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His talent as a woodworker was showcased in his many lovingly crafted projects, including small jewel boxes, heirloom cradles for his grandchildren and many furniture pieces. He also enjoyed his years of league bowling, keeping fit at “the gym”, jigsaw puzzles and reading

Services for John will be private and will be held at the convenience of the family. He will be laid to rest at Habecker Mennonite Cemetery.

John Lindsey Herr, Jr., 85, of Washington Boro, beloved husband of Donna K. (Charles) Herr, passed away on November 28th, 2021. Born in Columbia to the late John L, Herr, Sr. and Margaret T. (Hasselbach) Herr.

John was a lifelong resident of this area. After high school, John proudly served his country in the Philippines and Guam as a Seabee in the United States Navy during the Korean Conflict. He was a man of many intrinsic talents including a stint as Mr. Lindsey in his own beauty salon after graduating from Emil’s Hairdressing Academy. John always had the ability to think outside the box and was known as a problem solver during his many years as printer and head mechanic at R. R. Donnelley Printing Co. His talent as a woodworker was showcased in his many lovingly crafted projects, including small jewel boxes, heirloom cradles for his grandchildren and many furniture pieces. He also enjoyed his years of league bowling, keeping fit at “the gym”, jigsaw puzzles and reading. His family also loved his cooking talents. His other passion was traveling. John and Donna enjoyed many cross-country trips, exploring all 50 states. Their travels also took them to Europe, Canada and South America.

John leaves behind Donna, his wife of forty years; one sister, Lynn A. McNaughton (John) of Columbia and two children, Dianna L., wife of Dennis L. Zimmerman of Lancaster, Michelle L. Kilheffer of Northampton; three grandchildren, Eric D. Rutherford (Anna M.), Allyson R. Kilheffer, Chellby R. Kilheffer Johnson (Charles D.). Pappy John also leaves behind his three great grandsons and squirt-gun buddies, Barrett, Yuri, Edmund. To his great joy, another great grandchild is on the way. He leaves behind many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters, Mary E. Detwiler, E. Arlene Barsell and Margaret T. Schnell.

Services for John will be private and will be held at the convenience of the family. He will be laid to rest at Habecker Mennonite Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Hospice and Community Care, 685 Good Dr, Lancaster, PA 17604, www.hospiceandcommunitycare.org. Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. Columbia/Landisville www.clydekraft.com

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 Most important to her was keeping company with her family and friends.

Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 409 Cherry St., Columbia, PA 17512 on Friday, November 19, 2021 at 11:00 a.m.

Wilda A. Droege, 89, a lifelong Columbia resident, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 15, 2021. She was the wife of the late Aloysius “Al” W. Droege, Jr. who preceded her in death in 1972. Born in Columbia, she was the daughter of the late William and Ruth Cunningham Groom.

Wilda retired after more than 20 years of service from the former Columbia Garment Company where she was employed in retail sales. A member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Columbia, she enjoyed walking, traveling, cooking for her family, reading, creating stained glass, her monthly card club meetings and going to the mountains.  Most important to her was keeping company with her family and friends.

She is survived by her children, Pamela Herchelroath (Barry); Theresa Gambler (Kurt); Mary Messser (Ron); Mark Droege (Terry); Eric Droege (Kim); David Droege (JoAnn); Bob Droege (Bev); 13 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; brother, William Groom (Miriam) and sister, Jane Zeamer and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sister Catherine Schlotthauer.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held from Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 409 Cherry St., Columbia, PA 17512 on Friday, November 19, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Stephen P. Kelley, Celebrant. Burial will follow in Holy Trinity Catholic Cemetery. Family and friends will be received at the church one hour prior to the mass. Kindly omit flowers. Contributions can be sent to Our Lady of the Angels Catholic School, 404 Cherry St., Columbia, PA 17110 or to the Alzheimer’s Association, 3544 Progress Ave. Suite 205, Harrisburg, PA 17110 in Wilda’s memory would be deeply appreciated.

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Donnie was a most generous man, always willing to help anyone who had a need.

A public service to celebrate Donnie’s life will be held on Saturday November 20, 2021, which will be held at LCBC Manheim Campus in the west wing.

Donnie Wade Mathews, 70, of Mount Joy ran into the arms of Jesus on the morning of November 11, 2021. He was born on September 25, 1951 in Moultrie, GA to parents Floyd and Lovelace Mathews. He was, however, raised by his Aunt Maude and Uncle Tilman, whom he loved dearly. After being discharged from the Army in 1973, he moved to Pennsylvania. He loved to be outdoors and enjoyed hunting. He could often be found at Dairy Queen, ordering a Butterfinger Blizzard with extra, extra marshmallow. And in recent months he had found the joy of collecting coins and going to auctions with his dear friends.

Donnie was a most generous man, always willing to help anyone who had a need. He truly never met a stranger he didn’t like. He met his wife, Winnie Mathews. In 1981 when they both were working for Greiner Industries in Elizabethtown. It truly was love at first sight! He and his wife were partners at LCBC, Manheim Campus, where they served as greeters for the KidMinistry. It brought him great joy as he watched the kids slide down the sliding board and into the KidMin room.  He loved Jesus Christ with all his heart, and wanted everyone to know the joy of knowing Him, as well. He had a passion to share Jesus with those caught in the cycle of addiction, and always wanted to help those who were less fortunate than himself.

Donnie was a man who always loved his family first. He enjoyed spending time with them, going out to eat, having cookouts together, and telling wild and grand stories. His grandchildren were truly the apples of his eye. He loved spending time on the floor, playing cars and trucks with his great grandson, and snuggling for hours on end with his newest great granddaughter.

Donnie leaves behind his wife of nearly forty years, Winifred (Winnie Keesey) Mathews of Mount Joy; two daughters, Crystal (Burkhart) Silkworth, fiancée of Michael Hawthrone, and Nikki (Burkhart) Geesey, wife of Jake Geesey, both of Mount Joy; four grandchildren, Gracelyn Silkworth, partner of Nathan Bucks of Elizabethtown, Tenley Silkworth of Sykesville, MD, Kaylee Geesey and Keegan Geesey, both of Mount Joy; two step granddaughters, Candice Hawthrone and Temperance Hawthrone, both of Mount Joy; and two great grandchildren, Alfred Matthew Bucks and Theadora Ruby Bucks, both of Elizabethtown. He also leaves behind his little dog Blossom. She was truly his best friend. He pampered her by microwaving her food and spreading it out on a placemat to make it easier for her to chew. He was preceded in death by a grandson, Daniel Paul Geesey and his mother-in-law, Nancy Keesey.

There will be a private viewing for the family on Friday afternoon, November 19, 2021. 

A public service to celebrate Donnie’s life will be held on Saturday November 20, 2021, which will be held at LCBC Manheim Campus in the west wing. There will be a time to visit with the family from 10-10:30, with the celebration service beginning at 10:30. Dress is casual.

Donnie’s heart was to provide clean water to people in underprivileged areas of the world. So, in lieu of flowers, please make donations in Donnie’s memory tohttps://donate.worldvision.org/gift-catalog/clean-water#active

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Jim served proudly and honorably in the U.S. Army First Armored Division holding the rank of Sp4 as an information NCO and tank commander for the Company Commanders Unit of the 13th Calvary.

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James (Jim) R. Kane, Jr., 87, of Lancaster died peacefully at home on November 9, 2021. Born in Ashland, PA to the late James R. Kane, Sr. and Mary Noon Kane, Jim was the oldest of fourteen children. He was predeceased by his first wife, Patricia Kane, a brother Gerald Kane, a sister Barbra Herwick, and a grandson, Eli Frailey.

He is survived by his wife of 40 years Susan; daughters Lisa Kane, Kristyne Dimon, and Deborah Frailey; and son Steven Shirk. He is also survived by six grandchildren, brothers, sisters and many nieces and nephews.

Jim served proudly and honorably in the U.S. Army First Armored Division holding the rank of Sp4 as an information NCO and tank commander for the Company Commanders Unit of the 13th Calvary.

He resided in Lancaster County for the past 50 years. Jim was employed as a sales manager for a major company. In later years, he partnered with his wife in their retail business for 20 years. He was a member of Calvary Church, Lancaster.

Jim was an amputee for over 50 years and felt empathy for children with physical handicaps. If you wish to remember Jim with a memorial gift, a donation to Shriners Hospital for Children, 3551 N. Broad St., Philadelphia. PA 19140 ( www.shrinerschildren.org) would be appreciated.

Services will be private.

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Sue loved crocheting and doing crafts, loved animals and the beauty of nature.

Visitors are welcome to meet the family at Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, 519 Walnut Street, Columbia, PA, on Wednesday, November 17, 2021, from 4-6 PM, followed by a service and celebration of life.

Susan “Sue” Jane Houser, daughter of the late Victor E. and Mary L. (Quickel) Bailey of York, PA, entered into Heaven to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, November 11, 2021, at 4:45 PM with her children by her side after a brief COVID illness. She was 72 years old. She is survived by her children, Gretchen A. Houser-Benner (wife of Marc Benner) of Mount Joy, Lancaster County, and Andrew J. Houser of Wrightsville, York County. She leaves behind two brothers, Ronald E. Bailey (husband of Jeanne Yeager Bailey) of Lancaster County, and Barry L. Bailey of Clinton, MA – she called them “my boys.” She also leaves behind three grandchildren, Joshua Sipe, Brittany Muckel, and Donald Muckel, and two great-grandchildren, Ariana and Scarlette, whom she absolutely loved and adored and would light-up every time she held them or played with them. She additionally leaves behind a number of nephews, nieces, cousins, an aunt, much extended family, and many friends and people who knew her and loved her.

Susan was born on July 09, 1949, in York, PA, and grew up on Princess Street. She was a 1967 graduate of William Penn High School. After marrying and raising a family, Susan went back to school and graduated with an Associate’s Degree from York Technical Institute in York, PA, in 1997. Susan then worked for Strausser Surveying & Engineering Inc. in Lancaster County, GGS Information Services in York County, and Case New Holland N.A. in Lancaster County. 

She was a custodian for Kreutz Creek Presbyterian Church in Hellam, PA, for over 12 years. In 2005-2006 she started the traveling homeless shelter in Columbia, PA, where she served as Director. In 2009-2010, she served on the Board of Directors with Hands Across the Street. Susan was instrumental in getting both programs established for the local community and was very dedicated to their success.

In 2010, she began working in food services for Crossmark at Sam’s Club in East York, PA, and studied for and received her food safety inspection certification. She has been a common fixture at Sam’s Club since then, getting to know many of the members who visited regularly.

She was a member of and volunteered her time with the East Prospect Fire Company in the 1970s, 80s, and 90s, holding positions as Secretary, Vice President, and assistant chairperson for Horror Hollow for over 10 years. In that time, she also chaired East Prospect’s Memorial Day Celebration Weekend and was parade master for many years. She additionally worked the voting polls in East Prospect, and volunteered as a Girl Scout Leader and helped with Cub Scouts and 4-H.

Sue was a servant of God and her faith was one of the most important things to her. She was a member of Zion United Methodist Church in East Prospect, PA, since 1980 where she had served as a Trustee and was on the Counting Team for many years.

Sue loved crocheting and doing crafts, loved animals and the beauty of nature. She loved plants in her house and her flower garden in her backyard. Her infectious giggle would make anyone laugh with her. She was very social and loved talking to people. She was strong-willed and independent, yet had a huge heart and was always willing to help anyone and was very giving of herself. She touched many, many lives and will be missed by many people.

Visitors are welcome to meet the family at Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, 519 Walnut Street, Columbia, PA, on Wednesday, November 17, 2021, from 4-6 PM, followed by a service and celebration of life. For visitors concerned about attending a viewing and her COVID status, we have been assured that proper preparations will be made and this is now known to be a safe practice. Susan’s remains will be cremated per her wishes, and a private interment will be held on a later date at Mount Rose Cemetery in York, where she will be laid to rest with her parents and other family members who had preceded her in death.

In lieu of flowers, Susan requested that donations be sent to the donor’s favorite charity or to Zion United Methodist Church in East Prospect, PA. Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home.

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Darlene will be remembered by many for helping others in need often putting others before herself.

A memorial service will be held from the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. 519 Walnut St. Columbia PA on Saturday, November 20, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation beginning at 10:00 am.

Darlene A. (Queen) Olweiler, 81, of Wrightsville, passed away peacefully at home on November 7, 2021. She was the wife of the late James J. (Oats) Olweiler with whom she was married 50 years until his death in 2018. Born in Columbia, she was the daughter of the late John C. and Lottie Smith Dixon.

A graduate of Columbia High School, Class of 1958, she retired from Armstrong World Industries after 20 years of service where she was employed as a keypunch operator. Darlene was a member of the Grace E.C Church, Columbia and enjoyed attending Holy Trinity Catholic Church with her husband Jimmy. She loved watching the animals that would visit her yard and neighborhood, listening to music and keeping a meticulous home and yard. Darlene will be remembered by many for helping others in need often putting others before herself.

The last of her immediate family, she is survived by her sister-in-law, Mary Martha (Sue) Helton and cousins, several nieces, nephews, neighbors and many dear friends. She ws preceded in death by her brother Lamar Dixon.

A special thanks to Sherry, Dave and Nate Heffner for their love and support of Darlene and Jim along with her special caregivers, Sandi, Lori and Barb and all of her caregivers from Hospice and Community Care.

A memorial service will be held from the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. 519 Walnut St. Columbia PA on Saturday, November 20, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m.  Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery, Wrightsville PA.

For those unable to attend, the service will be lived streamed on the funeral homes Facebook page starting at 11:00 a.m.

At Darlene’s request, please omit flowers. Instead, please consider a donation to Hospice and Community Care, 325 St. Charles Way, Suite 250, York PA 17402.

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During the last ten years of his career he set up a state-of-the-art laboratory for quantitative and qualitative determination of product emissions, retiring in 1999 as Senior Research Scientist.

Funeral services: Eagle Commons Chapel at Woodcrest Villa on Saturday, November 13, 2021 at 11:00 a.m.

Richard Allen Shoemaker (Rich), 81, of Lancaster, PA, was called home by the Lord, November 6, 2021.  Born in Kittanning, PA, November 6, 1940, to the late Richard L. and Edith M. Shoemaker, Rich graduated from Leechburg High School (’59) and Edinboro State College (’63) with a B.S. degree in secondary education, teaching 6-7-8-grade math and science at West Leechburg, PA.

Following his marriage to Violet Lye (’65), Rich worked at Alcoa Research Laboratory, New Kensington, PA, while attending the University of Pittsburgh, earning a B.S. in Chemistry. In 1969, he came to Lancaster, PA, with Armstrong World Industries (formerly Armstrong Cork) as a Product Development Chemist. During the last ten years of his career he set up a state-of-the-art laboratory for quantitative and qualitative determination of product emissions, retiring in 1999 as Senior Research Scientist. Rich was a lifetime member of Delaware Valley Chromatography Forum and a member of ASTM E-19 Committee on Indoor Air Quality.

Rich coached 5th and 6th grade basketball under sponsorship of the Rohrerstown Exchange Club. He was a founding member of both Wayside Presbyterian Church and Community Fellowship Church in East Hempfield, serving as a deacon and head usher.

He and his wife loved camping and traveling in their 5th wheel trailer, especially spending many 6-month winters in Fort Myers, FL. Much time was spent puttering in his workshop and taking meticulous care of his lawn and landscaping.

Rich is survived by his devoted wife, Vi; sister Carol Weimer (Benny who passed 10/28/21); sister-in-law and brother-in-law Janet and Larry Means; nieces and nephews: Christie Benton (Eric); Tammy (Steiner) Byrne (Tom); Kevin Means (Greta Marie); great nephews:  Chase Steiner, Zachary Steiner, Luke Means, Joseph Means.

Funeral services will be held at the Eagle Commons Chapel at Woodcrest Villa, 2001 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601 on Saturday, November 13, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow in Conestoga Memorial Park. Friends may view in the chapel beginning at 10:00 a.m.

In lieu of flowers donations would be welcomed by Mennonite Home Communities, Benevolent Fund, 2001 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601; Hospice & Community Care, 685 Good Drive, Lancaster, PA 17604.

Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., 247 Main St., Landisville, PA.

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Galen loved to cook and was known to be a great chef.

Services for Galen will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 10th, 2021 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home.

Galen Kyle Tuell, 52, of Columbia passed away on November 1st, 2021. He was born in Columbia to Orlando and Sharyn Tuell and was a lifelong resident of Columbia. Galen attended Lancaster Catholic High School and graduated from Columbia High School. He loved to cook and was known to be a great chef. Galen was beloved by all the children in his neighborhood. He also was an avid Dallas Cowboys and Notre Dame fan. Galen was a lifelong family member at Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church in Columbia. 

Galen leaves behind his parents, Orlando and Sharyn Tuell of Columbia; his companion of seventeen years, Rose Duke of Columbia; his daughter, Brittany Duke-Williams, wife of Jennalee of Shamokin; four grandchildren, Silas, Paityn, Maverick, and River; his brothers, Colby Tuell, Sr., husband of Madeline Millan-Tuell of Marietta, Stephon, husband of Meloni Tuell of Columbia; six nieces and nephews, Marquella Tuell of Mountville, Chantal Tuell of Bowie, MD, Colby, Jr., husband of Olivia Tuell of Mountville, Alexis, wife of Keith Wakefield of Manheim, Tyler Harrison of Mountville, Markis Harrison of Japan; great niece and nephew, Remi Simone Tuell and Savohn Anthony McQueeney both of Mountville; two great uncles, Robert Poindexter, husband of Shirley Proctor of Columbia and Jerry Poindexter, husband of Elaine Brown of Kissimmee, FL; great aunt, Vivian Colon of Columbia; a great host of cousins and a large extended family. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Moses and Lucille P. Abney; his paternal grandmother, Thelma Tuell.

Services for Galen will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 10th, 2021 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 time of service. Burial will follow at Habecker Mennonite Cemetery. Attendees must wear a mask and practice social distancing. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Galen’s name to Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church, 222 S. 5th St, Columbia, PA 17512.

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Abram was avid about hunting, crabbing, fishing, and enjoying the outdoors

Services for Abram will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 11th, 2021 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home.

Abram O. Duke, Jr., 83, passed away on Sunday, October 31st, 2021. Born in Washington Boro, he was the son of the late Abram, Sr. and Edith Frey Duke. Abram was the husband for sixty-four years to the late Rose Shultz Duke who preceded him on February 24th, 2021. He served six years with U.S. Marine Corp Reserves and was honorably discharged. Abram was close with his two brothers and lived an active lifestyle. He was avid about hunting, crabbing, fishing, and enjoying the outdoors. He was happily involved in his six children’s lives. Abram will be deeply missed by his family and will remain in their memories for the outstanding man that he was.

Abram is survived by five sons and one daughter, Abram Duke III, Jeffrey Duke, Tony Duke, Timothy Duke, Tracy Duke Nixdorf, and Mitchell Duke. He also had three daughters-in-law, Carol, wife of Tony, Penny, wife of Timothy, and Tammy, wife of Mitchell. Eleven grandchildren and four great grandchildren also survive. Abram’s siblings include Dorothy Dinkle, Jane Kauffman, Nancy Baer, Helen Buckmoyer, Henry Duke, Benjamin Duke, Carol Adams, and the late Verna Frey, Lottie Douts, Mary Ellen Schaeffer, and Cathryn Henny.

Services for Abram will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 11th, 2021 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, 519 Walnut St, Columbia, PA 17512. The family will receive friends for visitation beginning at 12:00 p.m. until service time. Burial, with military honors will follow at Washington Boro Cemetery where he will be laid to rest with his late wife. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the National Kidney Foundation at www.kidney.org/donate. Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. Columbia/Landisville www.clydekraft.com

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Melissa always had a smile on her face and a song in her heart.

She was loyal and fiercely independent.

Visitation for Melissa will be held the evening of Tuesday, November 9th, 2021 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, 519 Walnut St, Columbia, PA 17512.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 10th, 2021 at Faith Bible Fellowship Church, 151 Donerville Rd, Lancaster, PA 17603. Pastor David Thomann will officiate.

Melissa Joy Rexroad, 38, of York went to be with her Lord and Savior on November 1st, 2021. She was born in Lancaster to Bill and Nancy Rexroad. Melissa was a graduate of Eastern York High School with the Class of 2002. She previously worked with JCPenney, T-Mobile, and most recently New Cumberland Federal Credit Union. Melissa always had a smile on her face and a song in her heart. She was loyal and fiercely independent. Above all, she loved Jesus and expressed that through her genuine love for people. Melissa was a member of Faith Bible Fellowship Church and attended ladies bible study at Calvary Church in Lancaster.

Melissa leaves behind her parents, Bill and Nancy Rexroad of Lancaster, two brothers, Doug Rexroad of York, Travis Rexroad of Randallstown, MD; maternal grandparents, Paul and Fannie Charles of Lancaster; a loving large family and many friends; her feline friends, Cleo, Tut, and Tuxedo. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, William Rexroad and Vergie Rexroad; her maternal grandmother, Dorothy Charles.

Visitation for Melissa will be held the evening of Tuesday, November 9th, 2021 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, 519 Walnut St, Columbia, PA 17512. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 10th, 2021 at Faith Bible Fellowship Church, 151 Donerville Rd, Lancaster, PA 17603. Pastor David Thomann will officiate. The family will receive friends for an additional visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. until service time. Burial will follow at Habecker Mennonite Cemetery. Melissa’s family would like to thank the staff of Lancaster General Hospital who graciously took care of Melissa. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Help The Fight, 143 Oakridge Dr, Mountville, PA 17554. Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. Columbia/Landisville www.clydekraft.com

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