Obituaries

Dec 21, 2023

Katherine Procter Criswell passed away on December 21, 2023 at UM St. Joseph’s Hospital in Towson, Maryland at the age of 71. Born in Baltimore, Maryland on June 26, 1952 to Harriett and Nicholas VanSant, Kathy was educated in local schools graduating from The Hannah More Academy. She furthered her education at Queen’s College in Charlotte, North Carolina where...

Dec 19, 2023

Charles "Chuck" Sutton of Freeland, MD, received his wings to heaven on December 19, 2023. Born in 1952 to Charles and Shirley Sutton of Sparks, MD. He was a loving husband for 51 wonderful years to wife Daryl; and caring father of daughters Melissa “Missy” L. Marshall of Millers and Christel (Dan) McElfish of Freeland.

At 18,...

Dec 13, 2023

Richard was called to Heaven on December 13, 2023, at 2:17 p.m. to bring joy and laughter to the angels. Richard graduated from Hereford High School in 1967. He was a graduate of the University of Baltimore with a bachelor’s in business in 1971.

He was employed by Giant Food through college until he joined the Baltimore...

Dec 12, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Kris Franklin Miller, of New Freedom, on Tuesday December 12, 2023, after a lengthy illness. He was the beloved husband of Kristle (Hahn) Miller with whom he celebrated 23 years of marriage, a beloved Father and a beloved PawPaw. Kris was born on April 6, 1958, in York,...

Dec 8, 2023

With sadness we announce the death of John “Jack” M. Robey, Jr. Jack was a beloved son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. He is survived by a sister, his wife, 2 sons, a daughter, 2 stepsons, a stepdaughter, 7 grandchildren, and a great-grandchild. Jack was preceded in death by his son Andy. Jack served with distinction as a...

Dec 5, 2023

Mary Alt, aged 80, passed away on December 5, 2023. She was born in Johnstown, PA, but set deep roots in southern York County, PA. Mary was a compassionate and kind-hearted woman who laughed easily and loved to share stories where the facts never got in the way. Mary dedicated her life to serving her family and community.

Dec 4, 2023

George “Wendell” Hostler, 94, of Jarrettsville, MD, passed away Monday, December 4,2023. Born on November 22, 1929, in Fawn Grove, PA, he was the son of the late G. Walter and Margaret Belle (Wilson) Hostler.

He was the loving husband to Franie “Elizabeth” Hostler, who passed in April 2023. They shared 68 years of marriage together.

Dec 3, 2023

Donald Eugene Dietz found final rest at age 79 after a long struggle with COPD on Sunday, December 3, 2023, at his home. He was the husband of Peggy J. (Kirk) Dietz. He was born at his family home in New Park in Fawn Township, on April 14, 1944, and was the son of the late William J. and...

Dec 1, 2023

Betty ‘Jean’ Cochran, 90, passed from this life on Friday, December 1, 2023. She was the devoted wife of the late Randoulph Cochran who passed in 2001. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Mary (Zimmerman) Zimmerman. Jean had been a bank teller for many years.

Surviving are two children, Tamara...

Nov 30, 2023

Dale Lionel Kurtz, 77, of Glen Rock, passed away on Thursday, November 30, 2023 surrounded by his family. He is the loving husband of Diane L. (Reed) Kurtz of Glen Rock with whom he shared 29 years of marriage.

Born in York, he was the son of the late Fulton L. and Miriam L. (Bubb) Kurtz.

Nov 25, 2023

Albert Donald Clemente, of Windsor, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 25, 2023 at his son's home.

Born in Baltimore, Maryland, he was the son of the late Albert Louis and Gladys Mae (Meise) Clemente.

Albert proudly served in the U.S. Army as a paratrooper. He worked in quality control for Harley Davidson for many...

Nov 18, 2023

Joseph (Joe) Russell Wilson, 74, died Saturday November 18, 2023 at the home of his niece, Crystal Turner. Joe was born, April 26, 1949, in Freeland, Baltimore County, Maryland. He was a son of the late Joseph Frank and Blanche Ester (Bell) Wilson.

Joe was drafted into the U.S. Army in April of 1969 and served one...

Nov 10, 2023

Cynthia Rose Kline, 85, of New Freedom, passed away Friday, November 10, 2023. Born in Plattsburg, NY, she was the daughter of the late Donald Brown and Edith (LaFave) LaPoint. She was the beloved wife to Larry S. “Poppy” Kline, Sr. for 54 years until he passed in 2021.

Cynthia lived in the Cottages of Perry Hall,...

Nov 9, 2023

Duane A. Hoff, 84, of Freeland, MD, passed away Thursday, November 9, 2023. Born in Paterson, NJ, he was the son of the late Ray and Mary “Molly” (Smith) Hoff. Duane was the beloved husband to Barbara Gail “Barbie” (Blair) Hoff for 41 years.

Duane was a Marine and member of the American Legion post 403 of...

Nov 8, 2023

Geraldine "Gerry" M. Snyder nee Winterling was peacefully escorted by angels to Heaven on Nov 8, 2023, at the age of 89 at her home in Fayetteville, PA while surrounded by family. Gerry was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who loved to be with her family and friends. Born in Baltimore, MD, May 29, 1934, she was pre-deceased...

Nov 6, 2023

Richard G. McKenzie, of Stewartstown, passed from this life on his 77th birthday. He was the loving husband of Karen McKenzie and they celebrated fifty years of marriage on November 3, 2023. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, he was the son of the late Gordon and Elizabeth Mary (Moffitt) McKenzie.

A graduate of York College, Richard proudly served...

Nov 4, 2023

On November 4, 2023, Charles Francis O'Connor entered eternal rest at age 81. Born August 11, 1942 in Baltimore, Md to the late Charles and Julia O'Connor. He attended and graduated Parkville High School in 1959 lettering in basketball, baseball and soccer. Charles enlisted in the Air Force after graduation and served honorably for 4 years. His career was spent...

Nov 2, 2023

Marie E. Knoedler (Yingling), 78, of York, formerly from Middle River, MD, passed away Thursday, November 2, 2023. She was the wife of the late Frank Raymond, Jr., who passed in 2000. Born in Baltimore, MD, she was the daughter to the late William and Evelyn (Paules) Yingling.

Surviving are 2 children, Gerard Joseph (Jerry) Knoedler and...

Nov 2, 2023

Michael ‘Mike’ G. Day, 81, of White Hall, MD, passed from this life on Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023. He was the loving husband of Mary E. (Smithson) Day who passed in 2002. Born in Balt., MD, Mike was the son of the late D. Gentry and Kathleen (Martin) Day.

Mike was 1960 graduate of Kennard -Dale High...

Nov 2, 2023

On November 2, 2023 at age 94, Thomas (Tom) Summers died after a long and happy life as a devoted husband, father, grandfather, uncle, Veteran, and community servant leader. He is survived by sons: Stran, Bruce, Tim, and Mike Summers; daughters-in-law: Sandy, Mary, Grace, and Jackie; grandchildren: Berta, Erik, Bryce, Madison, Katey, Chase, Timmy, Bitsy; and his beloved dog,...