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Recent Obituaries in New Freedom & Stewartstown, PA

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the New Freedom & Stewartstown, PA area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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Ivan F. Hess

Ivan F. Hess

Apr 14, 2016

On Thursday, April 14, 2016, Ivan F. Hess, 92, of York died at his residence. He was the husband of Phyllis (Hildebrand) Hess for 60 years. Ivan was born on June 19, 1923 to the late Homer H. and Sarah E. (Wright) Hess. Interment is private. Ivan was a mechanic for Bartenslager Chevrolet in Rinely and a truck driver for...

William F. Snyder

William F. Snyder

Apr 13, 2016

William Francis Snyder, 88, was carried home by the angels on Wednesday, April 13, 2016, surrounded by his family and beloved pets. He was the husband of Geraldine (Winterling) Snyder, with whom he shared 54 years of marriage. His family will greet friends from 2 to 4 pm and 6 to 8 pm on Friday, April 15 at the J.J....

Thomas H. Gemmill

Thomas H. Gemmill

Apr 9, 2016

Thomas H. Gemmill, 64, died April 9, 2016, at York Hospital. He was the husband of Rosanna H. Gemmill. A viewing will be held 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 13, 2016, at Centre Presbyterian Church, 83 New Park Road, New Park, PA. The Funeral Service will begin at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church, officiated by the Rev. James...

Hazel M. Muller (Ewell)

Hazel M. Muller (Ewell)

Apr 9, 2016

Hazel M. Ewell Muller, 88, died on Saturday, April 9, 2016, after a brief illness, at her home in York. She was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, Daniel F. (Tom) Muller, and her parents, Lottie J. Burkins Ewell and William L. Ewell, both from the Fawn Area. She was also predeceased by siblings, Paul and Glen...

Anthony James "Tony" Bonitz

Anthony James "Tony" Bonitz

Apr 1, 2016

Anthony James Bonitz, Sr., 78, died Friday, April 1, 2016, at his residence. Born June 30, 1937, in Windber, he was the son of the late Dominic Nicholas and Sundi "Sue" Scaglione Bonitz. There will be a Funeral Service at 5 p.m. Saturday, April 9, at J.J. Hartenstein Mortuary, Inc., 24 N. Second St., New Freedom. There will be a...

Irma S. Louey (Sprouse)

Irma S. Louey (Sprouse)

Apr 1, 2016

On Friday, April 1, 2016, Irma J. Sprouse-Louey, 87, died at the Haven at Springwood in York. A public viewing will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, April 7 at the J.J. Hartenstein Mortuary, Inc., 24 N. Second St., New Freedom, PA. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, April 8 at St....

Benjamin C. Kilby

Benjamin C. Kilby

Mar 31, 2016

On Thursday, March 31, 2016, Benjamin C. Kilby, 62, of New Freedom, died at York Hospital after battling diabetes and Parkinson’s disease.He was the husband of Veronica (Clarke) Kilby for 18 years. Ben was born on March 19, 1954 in Maryland to Charles Kilby and the late Janet (Douglas) Kilby. He was a lineman for Baltimore Gas and Electric, which...

Nellie M. Morrison-Hollingshead (Jordan)

Nellie M. Morrison-Hollingshead (Jordan)

Mar 28, 2016

On March 28, 2016, Nellie M. Morrison Hollingshead, 92, of York died at Pleasant Acres Nursing Home. A public viewing will be held from 6pm to 8pm on Thursday, March 31 at the J.J. Hartenstein Mortuary, 24 N. Second Street, New Freedom, where a funeral service will be held at 10am on Friday, April 1.Interment will follow in Mt. Zion...

William Leroy Copenhaver

William Leroy Copenhaver

Mar 27, 2016

On Sunday, March 27, 2016, William L. “Bill” Copenhaver, Sr., 74, died at his home with family by his side.Public viewing will be held from 7-9pm on Wednesday, March 30 at J.J. Hartenstein Mortuary, Inc., 24 N. Second Street, New Freedom, where a funeral service will take place at 11am on Thursday, March 31.Interment will follow in Mt. Zion United...

Peggy W. Ratsch

Peggy W. Ratsch

Mar 18, 2016

Peggy W. Ratsch, 72, died Friday, March 18, 2016, at York Hospital. She was the wife of Henry B. Ratsch, with whom she had celebrated their 51st wedding anniversary on February 6, 2016. Viewings will be held from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, March 22, from the J.J. Hartenstein Mortuary, Inc., 19 S. Main St., Stewartstown....

Katherine V. Remphrey (Fry)

Katherine V. Remphrey (Fry)

Mar 16, 2016

Katherine V. Remphrey, 95, died Wednesday, March 16, 2016, at Accolades, Inc., New Freedom. She was the wife of the late William F. "Bill" Remphrey. Visitation 10 a.m. to 12 noon Monday, March 21, from the J.J. Hartenstein Mortuary, Inc., 24 N. Second St., New Freedom. The service will begin at 12 noon Monday at the mortuary with the Rev....

Darlene F. Burnum (Trout)

Darlene F. Burnum (Trout)

Mar 14, 2016

Darlene F. (Trout) Burnum, 74, died Monday, March 14, 2016 at ManorCare Health Services, Dallastown. She was the wife of the late T. Marvin Burnum, who died November 19, 1992. A visitation will be held from 12 noon to 1 pm on Thursday, March 17, 2016 at J.J. Hartenstein Mortuary, Inc., 19 S. Main St., Stewartstown. The service will begin...

Corinne I. Sommer (Mayer)

Corinne I. Sommer (Mayer)

Mar 12, 2016

Corinne Irene Sommer, 91, died Saturday, March 12, 2016, at SpiriTrust Lutheran, Shrewsbury. She was the wife of John M. Sommer, Jr., who died in 2001. A visitation will be held 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 9, at J.J. Hartenstein Mortuary, Inc., 24 N. Second St., New Freedom. A memorial service will follow later that Saturday afternoon at...

Phyllis L. Cody (Ard)

Phyllis L. Cody (Ard)

Mar 11, 2016

Phyllis L. (Ard) Cody, 84, died March 11, 2016. She was born on November 26, 1931 in Aaronsburg, Pa. to the late Raymond Ard and Catherine (Miller) Graham. She was the wife of the late Roland J. Cody and mother of Nicole McGraw and husband, Michael; grandmother of Nolan McGraw; sister of Richard Ard, Samuel Graham and the late Leonard...

Joan Tracey Axelberd

Joan Tracey Axelberd

Mar 9, 2016

Joan Tracey Axelberd, 74, died Wednesday, March 9, 2016 at Tranquility Hospice in Marietta, Ga. A private graveside service and interment at New Freedom Cemetery will be held at the convenience of her family. J.J. Hartenstein Mortuary, Inc., New Freedom, is assisting with arrangements. Born September 4, 1941 in Baltimore, Md., she was a daughter of the late Richard W....

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