To her family, she was a fierce lioness that protected her family. Darlene was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, and sister who treasured spending time with her family.

Celebration of Darlene’s life will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 21, 2022 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Columbia. The family will receive friends and visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Darlene Marie Altland, 55, of Columbia passed away May 8, 2022. She

was born in Harrisburg to Betty Habecker Morrison and the late Melvin

Habecker and was a lifelong resident of this area. Darlene attended

Lower Dauphin High School and was last employed by DAS Distributors.

She enjoyed family gatherings and visiting the beach, especially Nags

Head, NC. To her family, she was a fierce lioness that protected her

family. Darlene was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, daughter,

and sister who treasured spending time with her family.

Darlene leaves behind her husband and partner of twenty-seven years

Donald Altland; four children, Dennis Habecker, Lisa Fitzpatrick, fiancé

of Hope Fulton, Justin Fitzpatrick, companion of Amy Maloney, Victoria

Altland, companion of Hykeem Glenn, all of Columbia; three

grandchildren, Conner and Carter Fitzpatrick, and Jordan Markley; her

mother and step-father, Betty Habecker Morrison, wife of Ricky

Morrison of Middletown; three siblings, numerous nieces and nephews

and a large extended family. Darlene was preceded in death by her

father.

A celebration of Darlene’s life will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday,

May 21, 2022 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. In lieu of flowers please

consider a donation to the COPD Foundation, 3300 Ponce De Leon Blvd,

Miami, FL 33134 or www.copdfoundation.org

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Cliff was a U.S. Marine Corp. Veteran who proudly served his country and was a Veteran of the VietNam War.

A Life Celebration for Cliff will be held from the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Saturday, May 14, 2022 at 11:00AM

Clifford D. Logan, Sr., 70, of 601 Chimney Rock Road, York, PA died on Monday, May 9, 2022 at his residence. He was the husband of Deborah Gable Logan to whom he was married for 50 years. Born on May 28, 1951 in Columbia, PA he was the son of the late Samuel and Susie Ginninni Logan.

Cliff was a self-employed contractor retiring in 1994. He attended Faith United Methodist Church in Hellam, PA. He was a U.S. Marine Corp. Veteran who proudly served his country and was a Veteran of the VietNam War. He was a member of the Kreutz Creek Valley VFW Post #7045 in Hellam, PA.

Surviving besides his wife is a Son: Clifford D. Logan, Jr. husband of Kimberly of York, PA., Daughter: Karrianne wife of Bernie Stewart of Florida, Grandsons: Hunter & Bryce Logan and Devon Lentz, Brothers: Edward husband of Beverly Logan of York, PA and Sam husband of Cindy Logan of Wrightsville, PA. He was predeceased by a Sister: Sharon “Sue” Logan and a Brother: Frank “Tic” Logan.

A Life Celebration for Cliff will be held from the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. 519 Walnut St. Columbia, PA on Saturday, May 14, 2022 at 11:00AM with Pastor Vernon Shenberger officiating. A Visitation with the family will be from 10:00AM until the time of the service. Interment will be in Indiantown Gap Military Cemetery on Friday, May 20, 2022 at 9:00AM with full Military Honors. At Cliffs request please omit flowers. Memorial Contributions in his memory may be made to Tunnels to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Boulevard, Statin Island, NY 10306.

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Vince fought with everything he had to get this far in life, and he did it for his family..

Mass: St. Peters Catholic Church, Columbia, PA on Saturday, May 14, 2022 at 11:00 a.m.

Friends may view at the church on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until 10:45 a.m.

Burial will follow with military honors in Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens.

Vincent C. Metzger, Sr., 73, of Columbia, passed away on Friday, May 6, 2022, at York Hospital. He was the husband of Wanda Oberholtzer Metzger with whom he was married 53 years. He was the son of the late William, Sr. and Jean DeCarlo Metzger.

In addition to his wife are two sons, Vincent C. Metzger, Jr. partner of Shelly Pohle; Christian J. husband of Katie (King) Metzger; Two grandchildren, Trevor and Hope Metzger; brothers, William husband of Linda, David Metzger and sister Karen, wife of Sam Lockard.

Vince was a life-long Columbian and belonged to St. Peter's Church. After graduating from Columbia High School, he went on to study Pre-Med at Elizabethtown College and Computer Science at Penn State University. His education took a hiatus in the middle when he was drafted. Vince proudly served as a Marine for 12 years and was Honorably Discharged.

He went on to have a stellar 30-year career with Caterpillar and held several positions throughout management. Vince started and operated Metzger's Janitorial business for 28 years. He also spent time at Chapman Ford in Columbia. He loved his community and being part of Susquehanna Beneficial (Marietta), American Legion and Columbia Jaycees. As an avid Crimson Tide fan, he belonged to the legendary "4-Horseman" of Columbia basketball (Vince Metzger, Bill Metzger, Wayne Kauffman, Greg Smith).

In life, Vince loved his family fiercely. He was incredibly proud of his two boys and instantly fell in love with his grandson Trevor who was born 5 months ago. He was an avid lover of cats (and all animals) and had adopted several over the years. Most of all, he loved his wife who were high school sweethearts. Vince fought with everything he had to get this far in life, and he did it for his family.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Peters Catholic Church, 121 S. Second St., Columbia, PA 17512 on Saturday, May 14, 2022 promptly at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow with military honors in Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens. Friends may view at the church on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until 10:45 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Vince's memory to the Pet Pantry of Lancaster County at www.petpantrylc.org or to the Columbia Animal Shelter at www.columbiaanimalshelter.com.

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Dick was known and will be remembered for his booming voice and big bear hugs.  

Funeral Service: 10:00 AM on Friday, May 6, 2022 at Hempfield United Methodist Church

John Richard “Dick” Hilt, 92, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, May 2, 2022. Born in Mountville, he was the son of the late Samuel and Catherine (Kuhns) Hilt and loving husband of Joan Marie Hilt with whom he was married for 70 years. 

Dick graduated from Columbia High School, Class of 1948. He worked as a maintenance electrician for Armstrong World Industries until his retirement in 1991. He was a member of Hempfield United Methodist Church. Dick enjoyed cooking, candy making, spending time in the mountains, deer hunting, and feeding the birds who visited his yard. He was known and will be remembered for his booming voice and big bear hugs.  

In addition to his wife, Dick is survived by his children, John R. Hilt, Jr., husband of Sharon; Jay R. Hilt, husband of Judy; and James R. Hilt, husband of Wendy; and his many loving grandchildren and great grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Joann Marie Hilt, and his sister, Anna Hoffman. 

There will be a funeral service at 10:00 AM on Friday, May 6, 2022 at Hempfield United Methodist Church, 3050 Marietta Avenue, Lancaster. There will be a public viewing starting at 9:30 AM. Interment will follow at Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens in Columbia. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to Centerville Pet Rescue, 237 Centerville Road, Lancaster, PA 17603. Arrangements by Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Columbia/Landisville. 

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She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother who adored her family.

There will be no formal services for Anna per her wishes.

Anna M. Detwiler, 80, of Columbia passed away on May 3, 2022. She was born in Columbia to the late George and Eleanor Detwiler and was a lifelong resident of this area. Anna attended Penn Manor High School and was well known within the community she resided in. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother who adored her family.

Anna leaves behind two daughters, Jane Harbough of Columbia, Gina, wife of Alan Moss of Conestoga; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Lisa Rutt.

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

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She enjoyed gardening and spending time with her family.

Funeral Services: Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., 519 Walnut St., Columbia, PA 17512 on Friday, May 6, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. Friends may view on Friday one hour prior to the service.

Burial will follow in Silver Spring Cemetery.

Kathryn M. Strickler, 97, of West Hempfield Township, passed away on Sunday, May 1, 2022 at home. She was the wife of the late J. Bard Strickler with whom she was married 56 years until his death in 2005. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late David and Ruth Miller Beaner.

Kathryn was a member of the Newtown United Methodist Church and enjoyed gardening and spending time with her family.

She is survived by her daughters, Linda J. Strickler; Darlene, wife of George Ruth; three grandchildren; six great grandchildren; brother George Beaner and sister Lydia Beaner. Her son Brian Strickler and five siblings preceded her in death.

Funeral services will be held at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., 519 Walnut St., Columbia, PA 17512 on Friday, May 6, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Greg Impink, officiating. Burial will follow in Silver Spring Cemetery. Friends may view on Friday one hour prior to the service. Kindly omit flowers. Contributions in Kathryn's memory to the Newtown U.M. Church, 1910 Iron Bridge Road, Columbia, PA 17512 or to Hospice and Community Care, P.O Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604 would be deeply appreciated.

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Joyce’s life centered around children; she loved being around them and caring for them.

Memorial Service: 10:30 AM on Thursday, May 5, 2022 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home,

Joyce M. Shireman, 81, of Marietta, passed away at home on Thursday, April 28, 2022. Born in Columbia, she was the daughter of the late Mervin and Elva Linard and wife of Charles D. Shireman, with whom she married for 62 years. 

Joyce was owner and operator of a daycare that she ran out of her home for many years. Her life centered around children; she loved being around them and caring for them. She rarely missed her grandchildren’s sporting events. Joyce was a lifetime member of the Pioneer Fire Company and a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of American Legion Post #466 in Marietta. She enjoyed reading, especially Danielle Steele novels, and loved spending time on the beach at Ocean City, Maryland. She was an amazing wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and caregiver. 

In addition to her husband, Joyce is survived by her sons, Charles D. Shireman, Jr. (Kelly); Steven C. Shireman (Stacey); 5 grandchildren: Dustin, Evan, Travis, Kyle, and Kirsten; 11 great grandchildren; brothers, Jerome Linard (Dolores), Jay Linard (Sharon), Jack Linard; sisters, Judy Bass (late Carl), and Joanne Ruhl (Jeff). 

A memorial service will be held at 10:30 AM on Thursday, May 5, 2022 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, 519 Walnut Street, Columbia. The family will begin to receive friends at 10:00 AM. A committal service will follow at Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens, Columbia. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Columbia/Landisville. 

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Carl's unique combination of intelligence (his breadth of knowledge on esoteric subjects was legendary among family and friends), humor, and strength was beloved by his family and close friends, and he will be deeply missed.

Memorial Service for Carl will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, May 4, 2022, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 409 Cherry St., Columbia, PA 17512.

Carl L. Grab, Jr., 84, of Columbia, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on April 18, 2022. Carl was born in Columbia on September 7, 1937 and was the son of the late Carl L. Grab, Sr., and Rose Brown Grab.

Known in Columbia as "Knuckles", Carl graduated from Columbia High School in 1955, and after serving as a meteorologist in the U.S. Air Force he attended both F&M College and Millersville University. Carl worked as a Foreman at Fruehauf Corporation in Middletown for many years, and after retiring he enjoyed working part time for several years at John Herr's in Millersville, PA. Carl enjoyed almost any kind of outdoor activity-particularly golf and WVU Mountaineer Football games-but he was most of all a committed family man who was deeply involved in the lives of his three children and nine grandchildren. He took full and frequent advantage of any opportunity to spend time with his grandchildren, and he particularly loved the annual family vacations taken with his wife Catherine, children and grandchildren in Holden Beach, NC. Carl's unique combination of intelligence (his breadth of knowledge on esoteric subjects was legendary among family and friends), humor, and strength was beloved by his family and close friends, and he will be deeply missed. Carl and Catherine have a large extended family and many good friends who have been a tremendous source of support to both of them during his recent illness.

Carl is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 62 years, Catherine, and their three children: Daughter, Karen L. Waechter, wife of Ralph, of Wexford, PA; son, Michael S. Grab, husband of Maggie, of Columbia; and daughter Beth A. Bossert, wife of Bill, of Charlotte, NC. Also surviving are nine grandchildren: Carl M. Grab, Molly C. Grab, Christopher R. Grab, Annie L. Grab, Benjamin M. Waechter, Samuel J. Waechter, Emily C. Waechter, Nathan A. Bossert and Lauren E. Bossert.

A Memorial Service for Carl will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, May 4, 2022, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 409 Cherry St., Columbia, PA 17512.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Our Lady of the Angels School in Columbia in Carl's honor. Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Columbia/Landisville

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Services: 11:00 a.m. on Monday, May 2, 2022 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 Grand View Memorial Park in Lebanon.

Rose Anna Redcay, 90, of Columbia passed away on April 26, 2022. She was born in Hanover, PA and was a lifelong resident of this area.

Rose leaves behind her children, Richard and Lupe Emlet, Steven and Joyce Emlet, Susan Emlet, Charles Emlet, Diane Emlet, Randy Emlet; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews, and a large extended family.

Services for Rose will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, May 2, 2022 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 Grand View Memorial Park in Lebanon.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Faith Outreach Center, 475 Anderson Ferry Rd, Mount Joy, PA 17552.

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Shirley Volunteered with Lancaster General Hospital for over twenty years before being employed. She then continued to volunteer after her retirement.

Services: 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 30, 2022 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 Silver Spring Cemetery

Shirley Ann Oberdorff, 88, of Columbia passed away surrounded by her loving family on April 26, 2022. She was born in Lancaster to the late Roger and Christine Benedict and was a lifelong resident of this area.

Shirley was a graduate of Manheim Township High School with the Class of 1952 and was also co-owner of the former Villa Mar Hotel in Wrightsville for almost thirty years. Shirley Volunteered with Lancaster General Hospital for over twenty years before being employed. She then continued to volunteer after her retirement.

Shirley leaves behind her children, Troy, husband of Julianne Oberdorff of Harrisonburg, VA, Kristy, wife of Greg Lincoln of Columbia; six grandchildren, Zachary Cross, Alexa Townsley, Danielle Lincoln, Jordann Oberdorff, Devin Oberdorff, Cole Oberdorff; seven great grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two husbands, Norman McMullen and Barry Oberdorff; her son, Barry McMullen; a brother, Richard Benedict.

Services for Shirley will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 30, 2022 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 Silver Spring Cemetery. Flowers will be accepted. Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. Columbia/Landisville www.clydekraft.com

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An avid outdoorsman, Leon enjoyed hunting the woods of Pennsylvania, fishing the lakes of Canada, and relaxing on the beaches of Mexico.

No services at this time.

Leon Wilson Bughman, 75, passed away on April 26, 2022.

Born November 28, 1946, Leon graduated from Columbia High School in 1964.

After serving as a Marine in Vietnam, Leon returned home to Lancaster and married his sweetheart, Audrey Smith, on April 6, 1968. During their blessed 54 years of marriage, the couple raised two sons, Eric and Marc.

An avid outdoorsman, Leon enjoyed hunting the woods of Pennsylvania, fishing the lakes of Canada, and relaxing on the beaches of Mexico.

He was a calm and judicious leader who worked most of his career at Bulova Technologies before retiring from Sechan Electronics.

Leon was predeceased by father, Herbert, mother, Dorothy, and brother, Stewart.

Cherishing his memory are wife, Audrey, son Eric and his wife Amanda and their son Logan, and son Marc and his husband Greg.

Memorial donations to Penn State Health’s Neurosurgery - Brain Tumor Research are appreciated: engage.pennstatehealth.org/NeuroOncology or Brain Tumor Research, Office of Development Mail Code HS20, 1249 Cocoa Ave Suite 115, PO Box 852, Hershey, PA 17033-0852.

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Tom loved the beach, Walt Disney World, Williamsburg, camping, the mountains, fishing, reading, cats, and cooking for his family and friends

Services for Tom will be private and held at a future date by the family

Thomas T. Carter, 65, of Lancaster, died peacefully and unexpectedly at home on Monday, April 25, 2022. He was born in Red Bank, New Jersey, on June 15, 1956 to Hollis J. and Gloria (Iannetta) Carter. 

Tom was a graduate of the prestigious Culinary Institute of American in Hyde Park, NY, and worked as executive chef at fine restaurants in Philadelphia and Lancaster until he retired. He also, for a time, had his own successful restaurant in Atlantic City called Just Us Three, preparing his specialty of fish and seafood. Tom loved the beach, Walt Disney World, Williamsburg, camping, the mountains, fishing, reading, cats, and cooking for his family and friends. He was loved by his family and will be missed very much. 

Tom is survived by his daughter, Sarah Garner (married to Reid); son, Ben Carter; granddaughters, Addie, Etta, and Scottie; brother, Hollis (married to Jim); and ex-wife, Tracie Carter. His second family in life were his close and dear friends Kurt and Sandy Chillas and family. He is predeceased by his parents Hollis and Gloria. 

Services for Tom will be private and held at a future date by the family. In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to the Humane League of Lancaster County, 1295 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA 17602. Arrangements by Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Columbia/Landisville.  

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Above and beyond, was Patricia’s exceptional devotion to her children and grandchildren throughout their childhood and adult lives.

A Mass of Christian Burial: 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 29, 2022 a Holy Trinity Catholic Church

Patricia Ann Smith, age 98, a long-time resident of Columbia, PA, died peacefully surrounded by her loving children on April 20, 2022.  Born on Saint Patrick’s Day, her mother named her after the patron saint of Ireland.  She was the daughter of the late Verna A. Schlossman, wife of Ellsworth M. Schlossman. 

Patricia was the loving wife of the late Leo J. Smith who predeceased her in death on March 22, 1990. Following graduation from Columbia High School with the highest GPA in typing class, she began work in the Department of Industrial Engineering at Armstrong World Industries.

Patricia and Leo purchased land and built their home in Columbia where they raised their seven children and lived for more than 70 years.  They were past hosts of the Columbia Home and Garden Tour.  They served as presenting couples for Pre-Cana Encounters for engaged couples preparing for marriage.  They shared an interest in formal gardening, world travel, including a lifetime of summers along the New Jersey Bay, and politics.

Patricia was an avid antique collector with a love and interest in homemaking and interior decorating, honed to understated perfection.  She was an expert baker and cook and enjoyed entertaining her bridge and pinochle clubs.  She was renowned for enchanting family and friends with exquisitely wrapped gifts and always looked forward to holidays spent with family.  Above and beyond, was her exceptional devotion to her children and grandchildren throughout their childhood and adult lives.

Patricia was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Her past affiliations include the Columbia Historical Society, St. Anne’s Retirement Community Auxiliary, Columbia Hospital Auxiliary, Cherry Red Ladies, Alter Rosary Society and Holy Trinity Fastnacht Bake.

Patricia is survived by her son, Stephen S. Smith, of Lower Gwynedd, PA (wife, Dolores R., died in 2020), fiancé of Jennifer Cleary, Barbara L. Giffuni, of New York, NY (husband Vincent J., died in 2018), Yvonne M. Yohe, wife of Wayne A., of Columbia, Annetta V. Cracraft (husband of Stuart M., died in 2021), Gregory T. Smith, fiancé of Aline L. Barilar, and Patricia A. Schmidt, fiancé of Herb L. Miller, all of Lancaster, PA.  She is also survived by 13 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild.  She was predeceased in death by her son, Leo J. Smith, Jr., who died in 2019 and was wed to Dawn M. at the time of his death.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Patricia will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 29, 2022 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. She will be entombed with her family at Holy Trinity Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to honor Patricia may do so by making a contribution to Our Lady of Angels Catholic School, 404 Cherry Street, Columbia, PA or Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 409 Cherry Street, Columbia, PA.

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There was nothing Saranne loved more than being with her three grandchildren.

Graveside service: 10:00 AM on Thursday, April 28, 2022 at Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens

Saranne Lydon, 66, of Columbia, PA passed away on Sunday, April 24, 2022. Born in Columbia, she was the daughter of the late Andrew Bowers, Jr., and Caroline Hogentogler Bowers. She was the wife of Michael Lydon, Jr. 

Saranne graduated from Columbia High School and worked as a Title Clerk for Town and Country Leasing. There was nothing she loved more than being with her three grandchildren. She also adored her dogs. Saranne enjoyed spending days on the river and going shopping with her friends. She was the type of person who loved getting together with people. She was light-hearted, loved to laugh and make others laugh. Saranne would strike up a conversation with anyone. She was also known to crack jokes out of nowhere, and didn’t mind being the subject of a roasting session by her family. She just had a way of making the lives of those around her brighter. 

Saranne is survived by her husband, Michael; her son, Jared Keim; her daughter, Alexandra Lydon; grandchildren, Andrew, Harrison, and Eddison; and brother, Gregory Bowers. In addition to her father, Saranne was preceded in death by her son, Jason Keim.   

A graveside service will be held at 10:00 AM on Thursday, April 28, 2022 at Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens in Columbia, PA. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Saranne’s memory to the SPCA of Lancaster, 848 S. Prince Street, Lancaster, PA 17603. Arrangements by Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Columbia/Lancaster. 

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Timothy enjoyed Old Milwaukee and spending time with his family who will miss him for his sense of humor.

A celebration of Timothy’s life will be held at a later date & will be announced by his family.

Timothy Scott Murphy, Sr., 62, of Columbia passed away on April 19, 2022. He was born in Columbia to the late Kenneth, Sr. and Janet Byerly Murphy and was a lifelong resident of Columbia.

Timothy attended Columbia High School and proudly served in the United States Army. He was a self-employed carpenter by trade who loved the outdoors and being on the Susquehanna River. Timothy enjoyed Old Milwaukee and spending time with his family who will miss him for his sense of humor.

Timothy leaves behind his children, Michelle Harmon and Timothy Scott Murphy, Jr. both of Columbia; four grandchildren and one great grandchild; three sisters, Jeannette, wife of Mick Metzger of Potter County, Pam, wife of Russell Hanes, Sr. of Franklin County, Kelly, wife of Henry Brommer of Columbia; several nieces and nephews and a large extended family. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Austin Murphy and two brothers, Kenneth Murphy, Jr. and Vincent Murphy, Sr.

A celebration of Timothy’s life will be held at a later date and will be announced by his family. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation, in Timothy’s memory, to the charity of your choice.

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She enjoyed bird watching, her television shows, and was known to tell a good story.

Graveside celebration of Vicki's life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 23, 2022 at Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens, 845 Laurel Hill Rd., Columbia, PA 17512

Vicki Jo McCauley, 73, of Columbia, passed away on April 15, 2022. She was born in Columbia to the late Roy, Sr. and Bernice Childs Kline and was a lifelong resident of this area. Vicki was a graduate of Columbia High School with the Class of 1966. She enjoyed bird watching, her television shows, and was known to tell a good story. Vicki adored her family and treasured spending time with them, especially her grandchildren.

Vicki leaves behind her sons, Paul, Jr. husband of Christine McCauley of Columbia, Jamie, husband of Missy McCauley of Hempfield; five grandchildren, Tyler, Jessica, Erik, Gabriella, and Ethan; five siblings, Donald Kline of Wrightsville, Roy, husband of Darlene Kline of Columbia, Gary, husband of Cathy Kline of Columbia, Donna Houser of Wrightsville, Dianne, wife of Earl Yelverton of Parkersburg, WV; her sister-in-law, Sis Hess of Columbia. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Paul E. McCauley, Sr. in 2007 and her sister, Jean Menchey.

A graveside celebration of Vicki's life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 23, 2022 at Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens, 845 Laurel Hill Rd., Columbia, PA 17512. Rev. Mary Anne Kingsborough will officiate. 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

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He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.

Mass of Christian Burial: Friday, April 22, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Columbia.

Viewing will be held one hour prior to Mass.

Interment will be in Holy Trinity Catholic Cemetery with full military honors immediately following the service .

James J. McCarty, 86, formerly of Murphy's Hollow, Wrightsville, passed away on Friday, April 15, 2022 at Masonic Village where he had resided for the past five years. Born in Columbia, he was the son of the late Thomas H. and Elizabeth Smith McCarty.

Jim retired in 1999 after more than 35 years of service from the telephone company where he was employed as a lineman. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Columbia. In addition, he belonged to the Knights of Columbus Council 2294 and the Columbia-Middletown Elks Lodge 1074.

He is survived by his longtime companion, Sandra Gardels, Dover, DE and numerous nieces and nephews. Jim was preceded in death by his siblings, Tom McCarty, Mary Elizabeth Wagner, Margaret Ann Kauffman, Patricia Horn and Micki Stettler.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 409 Cherry St., Columbia, PA on Friday, April 22, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Stephen Kelley, Celebrant. Burial will follow in Holy Trinity Catholic Cemetery. Family and friends may view at the church one hour prior to the mass. In lieu of flowers, kindly consider a donation in Jim's memory to the Greater Pennsylvania Alzheimer's Association at www.alz.org.

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Bob’s loved ones will remember most- his love and dedication to his family, strong work ethic, patriotism, love for music, especially Elvis Presley, and his joy in deer hunting.

Services: Thursday, April 21, 2022, Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, 10 AM viewing, 11 AM service

Robert ‘Bob’ Sechrist, 71, a proud and honored veteran, was surrounded by his wife and three daughters at the time of his entrance into Heaven on April 17, 2022. The oldest child of Harold and Margaret (Demoise) Sechrist, Bob grew up in Columbia, Pa before enlisting in the United States Army where he served in Bad Kissingen, Germany in the Vietnam War.

Robert was born on February 18, 1951. He married Teresa Ann Rineer, his beloved wife and soulmate, on November 25, 1974. They resided in Columbia for most of their lives where they went on to raise their children. Robert completed his working career at HDJ Co Inc. in Lancaster, Pa in 2010. Prior to his employment at HDJ, Bob was employed as the Plant Foreman for 27 years at R&S Manufacturing where he met and befriended many people who knew him well. 

His loved ones will remember most- his love and dedication to his family, strong work ethic, patriotism, love for music, especially Elvis Presley, and his joy in deer hunting.

Robert Sechrist is survived by his wife, Teresa (Rineer) Sechrist, and his daughters, Barbara Flowers, wife to James of Mount Joy, Pa, Tammy Sechrist, life partner to Jesse Boyer of York, Pa, and Sherry Welsh, wife to Joseph of Columbia, Pa. In addition, he leaves 9 grandchildren (Kyrstin, Ashley, Hallee, Haileigh, Justin, Samantha, James, Harley, and Brandan) and 5 great-grandchildren. He is also leaving behind his remaining siblings, Carol Sullivan, wife of Daniel, Stephanie Duppert, Charles Sechrist, husband of Amy, and Donald Sechrist, life partner of Beverly May. Finally, he leaves behind countless family members, longtime friends and acquaintances who have celebrated and mourned life events beside him.

Bob is preceded in death by his parents, his son, Harold Marshall Sechrist, and his siblings, Geraldine Lowery, Betty Aller, and Catherine Spackman. 

Services will take place on Thursday, April 21, 2022 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. located at 519 Walnut Street in Columbia, Pa. A viewing will begin at 10:00 am, followed by a funeral service honoring Robert’s life at 11:00 am, and graveside services at Laurel Hill Cemetery immediately after. All friends and family are welcome to attend in this, the final farewell of Robert Sechrist.

Pall Bearers will lovingly include his daughters, son-in laws, and grandsons. 

For those who prefer, in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Robert’s name to either:

The Lancaster County Veterans Affairs, 150 N Queen St # 103, Lancaster, PA 17603

or The Columbia Animal Shelter, 265 S 10th St, Columbia, PA 17512.

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Chet served in the United States Army for several years before settling down with his family in Columbia.

Chester R. Arnold III, 61 of Columbia passed away March 31st, 2022, surrounded by his children after a hard-fought battle with an illness. He was the son of both the late Chester R. Arnold Jr. and Amaryllis Arnold (Gipe).
Chet served in the United States Army for several years before settling down with his family in Columbia. He worked as a tow motor operator at Donsco for 20+ years and then continued doing the same job at Intellicore printing company for 10+ years till he was no longer able to work. He took pride in the work he did.
Chet will be missed by his four children Chester G. Arnold, Dorothy Arnold, Timothy Arnold and Samantha Arnold: his two daughters in law Summer Small and Kimmy Yingst. Chet was blessed to be called Grandpa/ Pop Pop by his four grandchildren Azalea, Kirra, Tim Jr and Kendall. He also loved his fur grandkids Grou, Georgia, Zara and Jax. He is also survived by his brother Alan and sister Colleen along with many cousins, nieces and nephews.
Chet was a man of few words until it came to talking about his kids and especially his grandchildren. He proudly served his country and worked hard his whole life. One of his favorite things in life was getting to play with his grandkids. He loved his family and grandchildren more than anything.

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Jim will be remembered as a hard worker, great provider, and an incredible husband, father, and grandfather.

Graveside Memorial Service: 11:00 AM on Tuesday, April 19th, 2022 at Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens

James W. Jones, 65, passed away on Saturday, April 9, 2022. Born in Columbia, PA, he was the son of the late John W. and Miriam C. (Rupp) Jones. He was the husband of Cathy (Smaling) with whom he was married for 46 years. 

Jim was a 1974 graduate and stand-out wrestler at Columbia High School. He also attended and wrestled at Elizabethtown College. He worked for 35 years at Armstrong World Industries and retired at the age of 55. Jim was a lifetime member of the Owls, enjoyed fishing and boating on the Susquehanna River, and spending time with his grandchildren. He was frequently spotted going for a run around town, which was one of his favorite pastimes. Jim will be remembered as a hard worker, great provider, and an incredible husband, father, and grandfather. He will be missed beyond words. 

Jim is survived by his wife, Cathy; his son, James J. Jones, husband of Jennifer; his daughter, Jennifer E. Albright, wife of Justin; grandchildren, Ava Jones, Cash Jones, Ethan Albright, Addison Albright, and grand puppy, Izzy; sisters, Bonnie O’Neil and Doris Weisser; and brother, John Jones, husband of Deborah. In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his brothers-in-law, Thom O’Neil and Bob Weisser.   

A memorial service for Jim will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, April 19, 2022 at Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens in Columbia, PA. There will be a luncheon following the service at Columbia Crossing River Trail Center, 41 Walnut Street, Columbia. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Caring Hospice, 101 Good Drive, Lancaster, PA 17603 or Columbia Boys Athletic Association Wrestling Program, 1249 Lancaster Avenue, Columbia, PA 17512. in Jim’s memory. Arrangements by Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Columbia/Lancaster. 

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