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Scott Allen Fry

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

Scott Allen Fry, 53, of Columbia passed away on June 24, 2022. He was born in Columbia to the Late Chester Fry and Marlene Stumpf and was a lifelong resident of Columbia. Scott was a graduate of Columbia High School and worked for many years with the Turkey Hill dairy and J.R. Transportation. He was also a longtime member of the Columbia Borough Fire Department (hambones) and loved his Steelers, Penn State, and Flyers. Scott was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who adored his family and treasured spending time with them.

Scott leaves behind his wife of thirty-two years Rebecca; his daughter, Rebecca Fry, companion of Jason; his son, Tyler Fry; five grandchildren, Ariella, Abigail, Adelia, Alexandra, and Ashton; two brothers, Steven Fry and Bobby Heagy; many cousins and friends.

A celebration of Scott’s life will be held at a later date and will be announced by his family. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to The Columbia Borough Fire Department, 726 Manor St, Columbia, PA 17512 or www.cbfd80.com.


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Joseph Tekerch

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

Joseph Tekerch, 89, passed away on June 9, 2022 at Moravian Manor after a lengthy illness. He was the husband of Marie Tekerch who survives. Born in Williamstown, NY he was the son of the late George and Mary Kriste Tekerch. Joseph retired as a machinist with the West Company. The last of his immediate family he was preceded in death by a sister Mary Tekerch.

At Joe’s request there will be no service.


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Steven James Foster

Steven adored his family who will remember him for his endearing sense of humor.

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

Steven James Foster, 70, of Columbia passed away on June 9, 2022. He was born in Sacramento, CA to the late Watts and Jeanne Giacone Foster.

Steven was an avid fisherman and also enjoyed playing pool at Stanley’s in Marietta. He worked for many years at Armstrong World Industries. Steven adored his family who will remember him for his endearing sense of humor.

Steven leaves behind his wife and partner of forty-four years Terry Foster of Columbia; four children, Michael Holmbeck of Fayetteville, AR, Casey, wife of Mark Cannon of Warrenton, OR, Kelly Foster of Poplar Bluff, MO, Lisa Weaver of Columbia; ten grandchildren, five great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild; five siblings, Michael Foster, Sharon, wife of Steven Bender, Gary Foster, Greg Nazareth, Jimi Hackney; sister-in-law, Janie Droege. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Terry Foster; brother-in-law, Mark Brommer; Nephew, Jamie Hackney; granddaughter, London Holmbeck.

In honor of Steven’s final wishes there will be no formal services. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Hospice and Community Care 685 Good Dr, Lancaster, PA 17604.


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Harold T. McCauley, Sr.

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Harold T. McCauley, Sr., 75 of Willow St., PA. He is the husband of Rebecca Waughtel McCauley. He is the son of the late Charles and Violet McCauley.

He is survived by his dog Lucy. Also surviving is his Son Harold T. McCauley, Jr. of Johnstown, PA and a step-daughter Jennie Emerick of Columbia, grandchildren: Timothy Briana, Levi McCauley, Lenny Habecker, Howard Habecker and Shawn Habecker all of Lancaster Co. and Jaxson Mccauley of Johnstown, great-grandchildren: Maelynn Habecker, Clayton Habecker and Lenny Habecker III all of Lancaster Co. Arrangements by Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. Columbia/Landisville.


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Richard E. "Dick" Horn

Dick graduated from the former Holy Trinity Catholic School & was a 1943 graduate of Columbia High School and later served in the U.S. Navy.

Mass of Christian Burial: Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Columbia, PA 17512 on Thursday, June 23, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. with his nephew Rev. John P. Horn S.J., Celebrant.

Friends may view at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., 519 Walnut St., Columbia, PA 17512 on Wednesday evening from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. The recitation of the Rosary will 7:30 p.m.

Richard E. "Dick" Horn, 97, of Columbia, passed away on Saturday, June 18, 2022 at St. Anne's Retirement Community. He was the husband of Rita Keys Horn with whom he celebrated 75 years of marriage on May 10th. A lifelong Columbia resident, he was the son of the late John A. and Margaret Kruschinsky Horn.

Dick graduated from the former Holy Trinity Catholic School and was a 1943 graduate of Columbia High School and later served in the U.S. Navy. He was employed as a certified watchmaker with Hamilton Watch Company for ten years and later joined the former Motter Supply Company as store manager specializing in retail hardware and supplies. He spent most of his career at Herr & Company, Lancaster where he served in sales and management positions and eventually as President of the company. He retired from RKB Enterprises where he was Regional Sales Manager.

A member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church he was a former President of the Pastor's Advisory Board and served as an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion for 24 years. He served as a lector and was a member of the Holy Name Society and was an active member of the St. Vincent DePaul Society. He served two, three-year terms as President of the Diocesan Council of the St. Vincent DePaul Society and in 1994, he was instrumental in helping to reorganize the society within the Harrisburg Diocese.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Christine H. wife of Donald L. Sylvester; Joanne H. wife of John "Bot" Roda; David R. husband of Cherie (Hart) Horn; Barbara L. wife of Kyle DiBrito; grandchildren, Katharine L. Roda, Zachary B. Roda and partner Veronica Jancuk, Sandy wife of Bryan Delahunty, Marcus DiBrito and fiance Michelle Huth; great grandson, Luka James. He was preceded in death by his siblings, John P. Horn, Cletus J. Horn, Ruth Shenberger, Julia M. Divet and Elanor J. Eckert.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held from Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 409 Cherry St., Columbia, PA 17512 on Thursday, June 23, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. with his nephew Rev. John P. Horn S.J., Celebrant. Burial will follow in Holy Trinity Catholic Cemetery. Friends may view at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., 519 Walnut St., Columbia, PA 17512 on Wednesday evening from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. The recitation of the Rosary will begin at 7:45 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Dick's memory may be made to the St. Vincent DePaul Society, 409 Cherry St., Columbia, PA 17512.


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Emma M. Schoelkopf

Emma graduated from Columbia High School and retired after 25 years of service from Y & S Candies where she was employed as an extruder operator.

Funeral Service: Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., Columbia, on Friday, June 24, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. Family and friends may view at the funeral home one hour prior to the service.

Burial will follow in Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens.

Emma M. Schoelkopf, 79, of Columbia passed away on Friday, June 17, 2022. She was the wife of the late Donald R. Schoelkopf, Sr. who preceded her in death in 2012. Born in Columbia, she was the daughter of the late Lester and Anna Forry Keebler.

Emma graduated from Columbia High School and retired after 25 years of service from Y & S Candies where she was employed as an extruder operator.

She is survived by her children, Donald R. Jr. husband of Eileen (Murr) Schoelkopf; Lisa Schoelkopf; three grandchildren; sister, Janet Shoff and her brother, Stanley Keebler.

A funeral service will be held at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., 519 Walnut St., Columbia, PA on Friday, June 24, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Mark S. Kopp, officiating. Burial will follow in Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens. Family and friends may view at the funeral home one hour prior to the service.


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Joan L. Fry

Joan loved spending time with her children and grandchildren

Public visitation: 10:00am; Funeral service: 11:00am, Monday, June 20, 2022 at Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home

Joan L. Fry passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 15, 2022.

She was the daughter of the late Edgar and Elva Hinkle of Wrightsville, PA.  Joan lived most of her life in Columbia, PA and retired from St Anne’s Retirement Community in Columbia, PA.  She was a member of the Wrightsville Assembly of God in Wrightsville, PA.

Joan loved spending time with her children and grandchildren.  She enjoyed working on puzzles and joking with the staff and other residents of Kelly Manor SpiritTrust Lutheran.

Joan is survived by her children Joseph husband of Antoinette (Deascenti) Fry of Indian Rocks Beach, FL, Sharon wife of David Strandberg of Athol, ID and James husband of Megan (Forney) Fry of Red Lion, PA.  Also surviving are her grandchildren Nicole Hornreich, Ryan and Justin Fry, and her great grandchildren Bria and Ayden Hornreich.  She is also survived by her brother Rick husband of Mary (Scantling) Hinkle and her sisters Debra wife of John Jacobs, and Sue wife of Dan Peters.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister Nancy and her brothers Edgar Jr., Eugene, and Larry.

There will be a public visitation starting at 10:00am with the funeral service at 11:00am on Monday, June 20, 2022 at Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, 519 Walnut Street, Columbia, PA.  Interment will take place immediately after the service at Fairview Cemetery, Wrightsville, PA.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Wrightsville Assembly of God, 365 Orange Street, Wrightsville, PA  17368.


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Heather Renee Gower

A Celebration of Life is being planned and will be held at a later date.

Heather Renee Gower, 32, of Washington Boro, passed away suddenly on Saturday, June 11, 2022. Born in Williamsport, she was the daughter of Maria & Brian Kanach of Boyertown and Dennis & Monica Gower of Canton. 

At the time of her death, Heather was employed by Johnson Controls as an industrial technician. She was a graduate of Millersville University where she played rugby and after graduation coached the Millersville Women’s Rugby Team. She was a member of the Blue Rock Fire and Rescue Company and the American Legion Post 34. Heather loved river life along with fishing and duck hunting. 

In addition to her parents, she is survived by partner Tedi Carbaugh; grandparents John & Carole Kanach, grandmother Beverly Walters; siblings, Hayley Kanach, Timothy Gower (Renee), Joshua Gower, Jesse Gower (Haley); nephews, Hayden, Leighton Gower; uncle, John Thornton (Sherri); aunts, Nikki Thornton, Stephanie Kanach; cousins, Brittney Wilcox (Tanner), Jamie Kanach (Collin), Nichole Kanach, Theresa Blanton (Zack), Michaela Thornton, Ronan Wilcox, River Kanach; best friend Eric Reisinger, John Meacham.

A Celebration of Life is being planned and will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers and gifts please consider a donation in Heather’s memory to the Blue Rock Fire and Rescue Company 11 Charlestown Road Washington Boro PA 17582.


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Mary Lou Lawson

A celebration of Mary Lou’s life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on July 1, 2022 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home

Mary Lou Lawson, 82, of Columbia passed away on June 10, 2022. She was born in Columbia to the late Amos B. and Helen C. (Hartman) Murry and was a lifelong resident of Columbia. Mary Lou was a graduate of Lancaster Catholic High School with the Class of 1958 where she was a member of the Sewing and Library Clubs. She worked at Schick until they closed in 1981. She then had her own craft business for the next fourteen years; her wreaths can still be seen around Columbia. Mary Lou was always proud of the way she kept her lawn and gardens, and her home beautiful. She was an avid dog lover and adored her Airedale Terriers, Ashley, Max, and Tucker. Mary Lou was a lifelong and faithful member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church.

Mary Lou is survived by her husband of Fifty-eight years, Thomas Lawson; two children, Michael M., husband of Carole Lawson, Tracy L., wife of James Yeand; four grandchildren, Ryan and Kelly Lawson, Mark and Jessica Yeand; one sister Anne Gerz, and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Mary Lou was preceded in death by a Sister, Holly Oatman, and a brother, Harold "Brumpie" Murry.,

A celebration of Mary Lou’s life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on July 1, 2022 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, 519 Walnut St, Columbia, PA 17512. Father Augustine Joseph will officiate. The family will receive friends for visitation beginning at 12:00 p.m. until service time. Mary Lou’s family would like to thank her caregivers and hospice for their compassion and kindness with Mary Lou’s care for over three years. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Hospice and Community Care, 685 Good Dr, Lancaster, PA 17604 or Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 409 Cherry St, Columbia, PA 17512. Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. Columbia/Landisville www.clydekraft.com


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Teresa M. O'Donnell

Whether in the classroom or at home, her door was always open. She welcomed anyone who needed an ear to listen, food to eat, or a place to sleep.

Mass of Christian Burial: Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Columbia, PA on Friday, June 17, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. The family will receive friends for visitation at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. 519 Walnut St., Columbia, PA on Thursday evening from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and at the church on Friday from 9:30 a.m. until 10:45 a.m.

Private burial will be held in Holy Trinity Catholic Cemetery.

Teresa M. O'Donnell, 62, of Columbia, passed away on Monday, June 6, 2022 surrounded by her family at Hospice and Community Care. A lifelong Columbia resident, she was the daughter of James H. Wagner, Columbia and the late Mary Elizabeth McCarty Wagner.

Teri dedicated her life and her heart to teaching, receiving a B.S. in Early Education/Early Childhood from Shippensburg University. After impacting students at St. Peter's Catholic School, Churchill County School District in Nevada, Manheim Central School District, and Holy Trinity Catholic School, Teri spent the majority of her career at Our Lady of the Angels Catholic School.

Whether in the classroom or at home, her door was always open. She welcomed anyone who needed an ear to listen, food to eat, or a place to sleep.

With her family, Teri was the life of the party, bringing games, music, and positivity to holidays and vacations. These memories will last forever. As a mother, Teri's love was unmatched and unwavering.

In addition to her father are her children, Kelly O'Donnell, Philadelphia; Tim O'Donnell, McConnellsburg; sisters, Beth wife of Scott Barnhart, York; Lisa wife of Mark Graham, Lancaster; Barbara wife of Paul Patterson, Wayne, NJ; and brother Jim husband of Lori Wagner, Lancaster.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 409 Cherry St., Columbia, PA 17512 on Friday, June 17, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Stephen P. Kelley, Celebrant. Private burial will be held in Holy Trinity Catholic Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. 519 Walnut St., Columbia, PA on Thursday evening from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and at the church on Friday from 9:30 a.m. until 10:45 a.m.

Kindly omit flowers. Contributions made in Teri's memory to Our Lady of the Angels Catholic School, 404 Cherry St., Columbi,a PA 17512 to benefit the Teri O'Donnell Scholarship Fund and further the education and care for their children would be deeply appreciated.


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Ronald G. Baldner

Ron will be remembered for being a kind, generous, and giving person and he will be missed greatly. 

Funeral service: 3:30pm on Tuesday, June 14, 2022, at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home

Ronald G. Baldner, 80, of Columbia, passed away on Wednesday, June 8, 2022. Born in St. Thomas, PA, he was the son of the late Milton and Rhoda (Breckbill) Baldner. He was the loving husband of Julie (Mountz) Baldner, with whom he celebrated 15 years of marriage on February 24. 

Ron graduated from St. Thomas High School, class of 1960. His first job was at Turkey Hill Dairy before going to work as a truck driver for Motor Freight in York then eventually moving on to Southern Container. Ron enjoyed hunting and fishing up in Perry County and smoking his pipe and cigars. He loved animals, especially his cats. He bravely fought and won the battle against cancer in his younger years. Ron will be remembered for being a kind, generous, and giving person and he will be missed greatly. 

In addition to his wife, Ron is survived by his son, Shawn Baldner (Pomice), of Lancaster; stepson, Stanley Singer (Alyssa); stepdaughter, Sevannah Singer Heiser (Eddie); grandchildren, Zoey Stoltzfus, Ronnie Baldner, Katie Singer, Reilly Singer, Dawson Singer, Tanisha White, Nathan White, Devon Echternach; brothers, Kenneth Baldner, of St. Thomas, PA; Glen Baldner, of MI; close friend, Randy Huber, Sr., of Columbia. He was preceded in death by his parents. 

A funeral service will be held at 3:30pm on Tuesday, June 14, 2022, at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, 519 Walnut Street, Columbia. There will be a viewing starting at 2:00 pm. Interment will follow at Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens in Columbia. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Cancer Society, https://donate3.cancer.org/. Arrangements by Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Columbia/Landisville. 


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James R. Smoker, II.

Smoke loved his family, especially his beloved grandchildren, whom he adored above anything else and treasured spending time with them. He was an avid fisherman and hunter who enjoyed all of nature and the outdoors. Smoke had many hobbies like cooking, woodworking, and making knives as gifts for others.

Celebration of Jim’s Life: 11:00 a.m. on Monday, June 27, 2022 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Columbia, PA. The family will receive friends for visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. until service time. Burial will be private at Indian Gap National Cemetery.

James Robert Smoker, II, of Columbia passed away on May 31, 2022. He was born in Columbia to the late James and Leatha Smoker and was a lifelong resident of this area.

Known as “Jim Bob” to his family and Jim or “Smoke” to everyone else who knew him, he was a graduate of Columbia High School with the Class of 1962 and proudly served in the U.S. Army as a Green Beret with the Special Forces. Following his service, he worked with the former United Telephone/Sprint until his eventual retirement. Jim loved his family, especially his beloved grandchildren, whom he adored above anything else and treasured spending time with them. He was an avid fisherman and hunter who enjoyed all of nature and the outdoors. Jim had many hobbies like cooking, woodworking, and making knives as gifts for others. He was a proud and active member of the Vet 21 Salute Honor Guard.

Jim leaves behind his wife of twenty-three years, Joyce Smoker of Columbia; his daughter, Maren, wife of Patrick Crucitt of Broadview Heights, OH; three grandchildren, Katie, Claire, and Caroline Crucitt; three sisters, Melanie, wife of Keith Skotnicki of York, Eileen, wife of the late Dennis Scion of Friendsville, TX, Beth, wife of David McGrath of Mooresville, NJ; “adopted sorta son”, Kevin Traister of Mountville. Several nieces and nephews and many friends.

A celebration of Jim’s life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, June 27, 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 be private at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Center, 2102 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601 or Bell Socialization, 160 S. George St, York, PA 17401.


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Glenn D. White

 

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Glenn D. White, 68, of Columbia, passed way on Saturday, June 4, 2022 at Lancaster General Hospital. He was the son of the late Ira M. and Charlotte (Kroft) White.

Glenn was a graduate of Penn Manor High School, Class of 1973. He worked as a material handler for over 17 years for K-D Tool, Co.

Services will be private for Glenn.


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Harold K. Yoder

To know Harold was to be welcomed as a life-long friend. He knew no strangers. Harold loved many things but love for his Lord and Savior, his family, friends and music were at the top of the list.

Memorial Service: Mount Joy Mennonite Church on June 25, 2022

On Saturday, June 4, 2022, Harold K. Yoder, Landisville, PA, went to be present with his Lord at the age of 90. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother and a friend to many.

He was born on March 29, 1932, in Barto, PA, to Henry and Elizabeth Yoder. Harold was married to Ruth (Ruthie) Miller Yoder from 1956 until her passing in 2002 and is survived by his wife, Josephine (Jodi) Hartzell Yoder, who he married in 2005.

Harold was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Ruth, his son, Kent, and his brother, Henry Paul Yoder.

Harold is survived by his children, Kevin Yoder and wife Carole, Kathy Shaheen and husband Thomas, Kristopher Yoder and wife Joyce, stepson, Matthew Hartzell and his partner Jessica Ashman, daughter-in-law, Janelle Yoder, nine grandchildren - Josh Yoder, Joy Talleksen and husband Rob, Joanna Hill and husband Tim, Emily Kreps and husband Gabriel, Elya Shaheen, Luke Shaheen, Seth Shaheen and wife Holly, Noah and Jemma Yoder and step-grandson, Nolan Hartzell, three great-grandchildren - Judah and Sonja Kreps and Owen Tallaksen, his brothers, Ray Yoder, Roy Yoder, Rich Yoder and his wife, Rachel, and his sister, June Shenk and husband Nelson, as well as cousins, nieces, and nephews.

In 1958, Harold brought his family to Easton, PA, where he worked for various delivery companies until becoming a milkman for Stocker Brothers Dairy for 13.5 years. He delivered milk, a cheerful “good morning” and was often heard whistling while he worked. He sang for many years with the Franconia Choral Singers, performing Handel’s Messiah every year. He was a wonderful “band parent” following his children around on trips with the EAHS Marching Band. In 1979, Harold moved from Easton to Spruce Lake Retreat, Canadensis, PA, and was the Maintenance Director until he retired.

To know Harold was to be welcomed as a life-long friend. He knew no strangers. Harold loved many things but love for his Lord and Savior, his family, friends and music were at the top of the list.

Service will be held at 2:00 PM June 25 at Mt. Joy Mennonite Church, 320 Musser Rd, Mount Joy, PA 17552. The family will greet family and friends from 12:30 - 1:30 PM Burial will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers please send contributions to:

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John William Kramer

John enjoyed the outdoors and adored his family who will remember him for his smile and endearing sense of humor.

Funeral Services: 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 8, 2022 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, 519 Walnut St, Columbia. The family will receive friends for visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Burial will follow at Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens.

John William Kramer, 83, of Marietta passed away on June 3, 2022. He was born in Bainbridge, raised in Maytown, and was the son of the late David and Florence Steffy Kramer.

John worked at ITT Grinnell in Columbia until his eventual retirement. He was also an avid buyer and seller of antiques and even had his own store in Marietta. John enjoyed the outdoors and adored his family who will remember him for his smile and endearing sense of humor.

John leaves behind his two daughters, Kim, wife of Chuck Brehm of York, Jean, wife of Spencer Schemel of Lititz; three grandchildren and four great grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of sixty-two years, Rosemary, on April 30, 2022. Also, preceding John are four siblings, Frank Kramer, Wallace Kramer, Pearl Barton, and Elizabeth Jamil.

Services for John will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 8, 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 Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Hospice and Community Care, 685 Good Dr, Lancaster, PA 17604.


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Peggy A. Lewis

She will be remembered for putting others before herself.

Celebration of Life: Columbia Crossings Riverdeck, Saturday June 11, 2022 at 11:00 a.m.

Peggy A. Lewis, 70, of Columbia, passed away on May 22, 2022 at Penn Medicine LGH. Born in Columbia, she was the daughter of the late Harold F. and Mildred Evans Yohe.

A homemaker, she attended the Wrightsville Assembly of God and enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She will be remembered for putting others before herself.

She is survived by her daughter, Heather R. wife of Jonathan Heiland, Wrightsville; grandchildren, Devon, Julius, Landon, Samantha, and Jessica Yohe; adopted son, Steve husband of Samantha Yohe; best friend William Lewis; brother Gene Yohe; sisters Ruth Nace, Linda Wood and Bev Barnett. She was preceded in death by her siblings Mary Getz, Elwood Yohe, Richard Yohe, James Yohe and Rose Yohe.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the Columbia Crossings on the Riverdeck, Saturday June 11, 2022 at 11:00 a.m.

The family is being assisted by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc.


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James L. Schlotthauer

Jim retired as the branch manager of the former Central Savings & Loan, Columbia and was a member of the Susquehanna Fire Company.

Funeral services: Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., 519 Walnut St., Columbia, PA on Friday, June 3, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. Friends may view on Friday one hour prior to the service.

James L. Schlotthauer, 79, of Columbia, passed away on Sunday, May 29, 2022 at ManorCare. He was the husband of the late Faye Kline Schlotthauer with whom he was married 42 years until her death in 2004. Born in Columbia, he was the son of the late Abram and Dorothy Yentzler Schlotthauer.

Jim retired as the branch manager of the former Central Savings & Loan, Columbia and was a member of the Susquehanna Fire Company.

He is survived by his sons, Gregory J. Schlotthauer, Columbia; Stephen J. Schlotthauer, Brunswick, GA and three grandchildren, Rylee, Owen and Landen.

Funeral services will be held at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., 519 Walnut St., Columbia, PA on Friday, June 3, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Stephen P. Kelly, officiating. Friends may view on Friday one hour prior to the service.


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Mary Ann Daly

Mary honorably served her country in the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Army as a registered nurse. 

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, June 6, 2022, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church

Mary Ann Daly, 83, of St. Anne’s Retirement Community passed away unexpectedly of natural causes on Monday, May 23, 2022, at Penn Medicine LGH. Born in Cumberland MD, she was the wife of Martin P. Daly, whom she married on February 19, 1966. She honorably served her country in the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Army as a registered nurse.  She was a Captain in the Army Nurse Corps where she met Martin in Honolulu, HI in 1965.  After raising her three children, she went back to work as a home healthcare nurse for 20 years before retiring with her husband.  

She is survived by her daughters Fayanne Hooning (John) of Evergreen, CO and Catherine Wimpsett (Wessley) of York, PA and by her son Joseph Daly (Mary Frances) of Alexandria, VA, as well as by her grandchildren Johnny and Jake Hooning and James, Henry, and William Daly. She is also survived by her siblings Tom Nally (Mary) of Springfield, VA, Linda Feldman of Gettysburg, PA, and Margaret George of Oak Harbor, WA.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, June 6, 2022, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, located at 409 Cherry Street, Columbia, PA, with the Rev. Stephen P. Kelley as celebrant. Visitation will be held at the church 30 minutes prior to the Mass. (Livestream at https://www.facebook.com/htparish) Burial will follow at Indiantown Gap National Military Cemetery, 60 Indiantown Gap Road, Annville, PA, at 12:15 p.m. Following interment, friends are welcome to a luncheon at Snitz Creek Brewery located at 1805 Fisher Avenue, Annville, PA. 

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Mary Ann’s memory to the Save the Day Fund at St. Anne’s Retirement Community, Attn: Mary Jo, Development Office, 3952 Columbia Avenue, Columbia, PA 17512. Please add her name to the memo line.


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Glenn D. "Lizard" Shultz

 Glenn had a lot of get up and go, strength, great work ethic, courage, and perseverance.

Services will be held on Thursday, May 26, 2022 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., 519 Walnut Street, Columbia, PA at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor David Powers, officiating. 

A viewing will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the time of services. 

Glenn D. “Lizard” Shultz, 75, a lifelong Columbian, passed away at Susquehanna Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation Center where he resided for the past 11 years.  He was the son of the late Robert Shultz, Sr. and Dorita R. Doerrer-Shultz and the brother of the late, Robert Shultz, Jr. 

He was the proud father of his only daughter, Kimberly C. Shultz and grandson, Dean J. A. Greer “16”. 

Glenn enjoyed hearing his daughter Kim singing and was very proud of his grandson, Dean.  His hobbies included playing cards and bowling with friends.  He worked for 30+ years as a janitor between the former Grinnell in Columbia and Donsco in Wrightsville, and numerous part time jobs cleaning local banks and churches.  He took pride in his work and enjoyed what he did.

Glenn was a member of Columbia Fish & Game and the Hambones Social Club in the past.   He enjoyed going out to the islands on the river with family and friends, as well as vacationing in Ocean City, Maryland while he was still married to Kim’s mom, Mary Ann, whom he loved up until the end.

He had deep religious beliefs with his Lord & Savior.  He ran cross country for Columbia Jr/Sr High School where he never gave up.  Glenn always finished the race no matter what; even if he came in last every race. 

 Glenn had a lot of get up and go, strength, great work ethic, courage, and perseverance.  He was inducted into the William “Bill” Mable Courageous Athlete Award Columbia Sport’s Hall of Fame which he was so very proud.  He also enjoyed singing in choir of churches he belonged to over the years. 

Services will be held on Thursday, May 26, 2022 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., 519 Walnut Street, Columbia, PA at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor David Powers, officiating.  A viewing will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the time of services. 

Please wear GREEN in honor of Glenn, as it was his favorite color.  MASKS are optional, but not required.

If you can not attend the viewing or services, please come to the luncheon and fellowship following at the Columbia Presbyterian Church, 360 Locust Street, Columbia, PA.  Note, there is parking behind the church in the alley and beside the church in the parking lot.  There are parking meters along the streets which cost $.25 for 30 minutes and free with a handicapped placard. 


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Paul D. Strube

Paul was employed for 17 years at his father's business, W.P Strube, Inc. where he worked as the warehouse manager.

Funeral services: Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., 519 Walnut Street, Columbia, PA on Wednesday, May 25, 2022 at 11:00 a.m.

Family & Friends may view at the funeral home one hour prior to services.

Interment will follow at Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens.

Paul D. Strube, 68, of Elizabethtown, formerly of Columbia, passed away on Wednesday, May 18, 2022 at Penn Medicine LGH. Born in Columbia he was the son of Irene Reuter Strube Engle and the late William P. Strube.

Paul was employed for 17 years at his father's business, W.P Strube, Inc. where he worked as the warehouse manager.

In addition to his mother are his children, Melissa Strube; Andrew Strube; Stacey wife of Eric Brooks; Ashley Dellet; Kayla Trout; six grandchildren; two great grandchildren and his brother, W. Michael Strube. His sister Patricia Raley preceded him in death.

A funeral service will be held at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., 519 Walnut St., Columbia, PA on Wednesday, May 25, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Emily Styer, officiating. Interment will follow in Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens. Family and friends may view at the funeral home one hour prior to the service.


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