Renee was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and cousin who adored her family and treasured spending time with her grandchildren.

A public visitation will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 3rd, 2021 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, 519 Walnut St, Columbia, PA 17512. All other services will be private.

Renee Cannon, 61, of Columbia passed away on February 25th, 2021. She was born in Harrisburg to John and Edwean Thames and was a graduate of the former William Penn High School with the Class of 1977. Renee loved dancing to music and being an active walker. She enjoyed solving puzzles and baking, especially her sweet potato pie. Renee was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and cousin who adored her family and treasured spending time with her grandchildren. She was a faithful member of Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church in Columbia. 

Renee leaves behind her daughters, Tamika Meredith, fiancé of Joseph Brown of Wesley Chapel, FL, Tanisha Cannon, fiancé of Jeremy Procise of Columbia; six grandchildren, Jaquan, Jaleesa, Tiren, Jeremy, Jr., Taliyah, Lanae; her mother, Edwean Thames of Collinsville, MS; her father, John Thames of Harrisburg; three brothers, Wayne, Mike, and Carl Thames; several nieces and nephews and a large extended family. She was preceded in death by her husband of 35 years, Michael Cannon in 2017.

A public visitation will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 3rd, 2021 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, 519 Walnut St, Columbia, PA 17512. All other services will be private. If attending any events, please wear a mask and practice social distancing. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Center, 2102 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601. Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. Columbia/Landisville www.clydekraft.com

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Loving and devoted wife, mother and sister.

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

The tender wind that carried me

The light in the dark shining your love in to my life

You've been my inspiration

Through the lies you were the truth

My world is a better place because of you

 - Celine Dion, "Because You Loved Me"

Debra Kay Crouse, 63, of Columbia passed away at home surrounded by her loving family on February 24th, 2021. She was born in Columbia to the late Robert, Sr. and Hilda Webb and was a lifelong resident of this area. Debra was a graduate of Columbia High School with the Class of 1975 and was known as a class act. She enjoyed gardening, taking care of her home and family and especially loved decorating for the holidays and seasons. Debra treasured her family, friends, pets and created many wonderful life long memories. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. "This is not Goodbye, it's See You Later, Our Love"

Debra leaves behind her husband of 45 years Doug Crouse; her children, Jeremy Crouse and Kristin Crouse all of Columbia; three siblings, Barb, wife of Greg Ratcliff, Kathy Voight, R.J. Webb all of Columbia; her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Tom and Rose Crouse of Newville; two brothers-in-law, Rick Crouse of Columbia, Todd Crouse of Manor Township. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Teresa Kroft.

In honor of Debra’s final wishes there will be no formal services and any future events will be announced by her family. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Center, 2102 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601. Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. Columbia/Landisville www.clydekraft.com

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Ken enjoyed hunting with his family, woodworking, and helping family and friends with projects.

Mass of Christian Burial: Monday, March 1, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Holy Trinity Catholic Church

Kenneth W. Kramer, Sr., 84, of Columbia, entered into eternal rest surrounded by his family on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at home. He was the loving husband of Mary Ann (Kepner) Kramer for 63 years.

Ken was born in Lancaster, son of the late Samuel and Rose (Ranzinger) Kramer and graduated from Columbia High School class of 1954. He was a devout Catholic and a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Columbia. He was also a member of Knights of Columbus and Susquehanna Fish and Game. Ken was a Boy Scout leader of Troop 66. He enjoyed hunting with his family, woodworking, and helping family and friends with projects. Ken retired from Jay Walter Miller's Brass Foundry after more than 40 years of employment.

Surviving in addition to his wife are his six children: Kenneth, Jr. (Becky), David (Karen), Bradley (Margaret), Todd (Diana), James (Beth) and Rose (David Weitzel), and one sister, Julie (Brian Wolf); thirteen grandchildren: Abby, Jan Michael, Selena, Christopher, Matthew, Erin, Zachary, Jeremy, Joshua, Brittany, Brooke, Alexander and Meagan; and great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by siblings: Frances Runkle, Richard, Karl, Jackie McBride, and Rose Gable.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 409 Cherry St., Columbia, PA 17512 on Monday, March 1, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Stephen P. Kelley, Celebrant. Burial will follow in Ironville Cemetery. There will be no viewing, however the family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the mass. A reception will follow the service at the Union Meeting House, 82 N. Waterford Ave., Marietta, PA 17547.

In lieu flowers, contributions in Ken's memory may be made to Hospice and Community Care, PO Box 4125, Lancaster PA 17604. (www.hospiceandcommunitycare.org)

The mass will be livestreamed at https://facebook.com/ht-parish

Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc.

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Rose will remain in our memories as a devoted wife, loving mother, and a friend to many. 

A funeral service will be held for Rose on Tuesday, March 2, 2021 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home in Columbia at 1:00 PM.

Rose Marie Shultz Duke, 78, passed away on Wednesday, February 24, 2021. Born in Columbia, PA, she was the daughter of the late Sarah and Charles Shultz. She is proceeded in death by two brothers, Charles (Chub) Shultz, Jr. and William (Bill) Shultz, and one sister, Alverta. She was the wife of Abram Duke, Jr. for the past 64 years.  

In addition to her husband, Rose is survived by five sons and 1 daughter: Abram Duke, III; Jeffrey S. Duke; Tony L. Duke; Timothy M. Duke; Tracy Ann Duke Nixdorf; and Mitchell D. Duke. Rose also has 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. 

Rose held a life-long career before retiring at ITT Grinnell/Anvil in Columbia. She was a member of St. James Evangelical Lutheran Church in Columbia. She resided in Washington Boro, PA for the past 53 years where she and Abram raised their six children. Rose will remain in our memories as a devoted wife, loving mother, and a friend to many. 

A funeral service will be held for Rose on Tuesday, March 2, 2021 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home in Columbia at 1:00 PM. A viewing will be held one hour prior, and burial will take place following the service at Washington Boro Cemetery. If attending, please abide by CDC guidelines by wearing a mask and practicing social distancing. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the National Kidney Foundation: kidney.org/donation. Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Columbia/Landisville.

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Mary LOVED her town of Columbia and everyone in it.

MASS of Christian Burial: Saturday, February 27, 2021 at 11:00 am, from Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Columbia. Visitation will be held from 10-11:00 am with the family.

Mary Elizabeth Harper, age 69, of Columbia, died at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 20, 2021. She was the loving wife of Marion Andrew Harper.

Born in Columbia, PA, a daughter of the late Samuel James and Jean Marie (Weisser) Shopf. Mary Beth was a graduate of Lancaster Catholic and The York Academy of Arts. She was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church and was devoted to her faith. Mary Beth was also a member at the Columbia Historical Society. She loved this town and everyone in it.

Mary Beth was an amazing wife, mother, sister, and grandmother, survived by her children, Jamie Harper, and her husband Prime, of Columbia, PA, Drew Harper, and his wife Mandy, of Snow Hill, MD, Megan Harper, and her wife Katie, of Hellam, PA. Her 12 grandchildren whom she loved very much, Alex, Drew, Nathen, Lexi, Tori, Bella, Ben, Chloe, Mia, Hailey, Emma, and Emmett. She had two sisters, Bridget Siegrist and Camilla Rutherford. She was also preceded in death by a daughter, Moria Harper.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 27, 2021 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 409 Cherry Street, Columbia, PA 17512 with the Rev. Stephen P. Kelley, Celebrant. Per CDC guidelines, guests attending are asked to wear masks and practice social distancing. Visitation will be held at the church from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to any Alzheimer's/Dementia research or Hospice care facilities. Burial will be held at a later date.

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Mike was a devoted brother, father, and husband. He had a great sense of humor and personality, and was very compassionate.

Memorial Service: Friday, February 26, 2021 at 1:00 PM at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home

Michael Anderson Clark, Sr., 69, of Columbia, passed away on Sunday, February 21, 2021. He was born in Columbia to the late William and Gladys (Anderson) Clark. Mike was a graduate of Milton Hershey School, class of 1969. He attended Penn State York for business and later, Arts, Letters, and Sciences. He graduated with highest honors with a Bachelor of Science degree from Albright College. 

Mike worked for the former Beitzel Composition Company, Forry and Jacker in Lancaster, and the Elizabethtown Chronicle. He spent 30 years employed at Howmet/Alumax/Alcoa, from which he retired in 2009. Mike coached for CBAA, was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 2294, and a faithful member of St. Peter Roman Catholic Church. He was involved with the Columbia Jaycees in the early 70’s and was co-chairman for the First Community Fair. 

Mike was a devoted brother, father, and husband. He had a great sense of humor and personality, and was very compassionate. He was a terrific writer. Friends enjoyed reading his stories called, “The Way I See It.” He had several stories published for the Fishwrapper, The Globe Leader in New Wilmington, PA, and 50 Plus News. He also wrote an article for B Magazine geared toward baby boomers that are now empty nesters. Mike wrote a column called “It’s Over So Soon” about the days after Christmas and New Year's, for which he won a 2nd place feature writing award for the senior writing division at University of Missouri, School of Journalism. 

Surviving is his wife, Carla (Manley) Clark. Mike has two children, Michael A. Clark, Jr., husband of Ashley, and Erin L. Clark. He has five grandchildren, Keeley E. Champey, Kyla B. Champey, Hayden M. Clark, Cohen A. Clark, and Lilia K. Clark. Michael has a sister, Nancy L. Clark, a brother, William T. Clark, Jr., and a sister-in-law, Judy (Haug) Clark. He has several nieces and nephews. Also surviving is his father-in-law, Carl A. Manley, husband of (late) Martha; sisters-in-law, Michele A. Manley and Lynn M. Manley, and a brother-in-law, Edward Wagner. 

There will be a funeral service for Michael on Friday, February 26, 2021 at 1:00 PM at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, in Columbia, with the Reverend Anthony Swamy presiding. If attending, please wear a mask and practice social distancing per the CDC’s guidelines. Mike will be laid to rest at Silver Spring Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Diabetes Association, the American Heart Association, or the Ann Barshinger Cancer Institute in Lancaster. Arrangements made by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., Columbia/Landisville.

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Nelda earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in History from Missouri Valley College after earning an associate degree from Stephens College in Columbia, Missouri.

Graveside Services: Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at 2:30 pm, Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens, Columbia

Nelda M. Forry, 101, of Arrow Rock, MO, formerly of Columbia, passed away on Thursday, February 18, 2021 at the home of her son George. She was the wife of Richard R. Forry with whom she was married 62 years. Born in Royalton, she was the daughter of the late Karl and Minerva Steinruck Mathias.

Nelda graduated from Middletown High School and shortly after made her way to Honolulu where she worked as a civilian secretary for the U.S. Army at Hickam Field, assisting in the rebuilding of Pearl Harbor. After returning to the mainland in the late 1940s, she worked as an executive secretary at Bendix Corporation in Stoney Brook, PA, and as an executive secretary at the Duke University Food Services. Nelda earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in History from Missouri Valley College after earning an associate degree from Stephens College in Columbia, Missouri. In her later years she worked with the Friends of Arrow Rock, a nonprofit historical preservation organization.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by her son, George R. Keyser ll (Cynthia); grandchildren, Emily Gofus (Jeffrey), Ty Keyser (Jennifer McGibbon), Alix Keyser-Wilson (Paul), Hallie Keyser (Andrew Dunk), Taz Keyser (Kate); nine great-grandchildren soon to be ten, and a sister, Audrey Zercher. Her first husband, George R. Keyser, brothers Carl and John Mathias, and sister Geraldine Goldinger preceded her in death.

A graveside service will be held in Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens, 845 Laurel Hill Road, Columbia, PA 17512 on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at 2:30 p.m. If desired, donations to Friends of Arrow Rock (a nonprofit historical preservation organization) 310 Main St., PO Box 124, Arrow Rock, MO 65320 in Nelda's memory would be deeply appreciated.

Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc.

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Charles was retired (E9 Master Chief) from the U.S. Navy after 32 years; he also worked for Armstrong carpet plant for 18 years.

Private Viewing & Services for the Family.

Charles W. Perry, Sr., of 491 W. Main St., Mountville, passed away on Thursday, February 18, 2021. He was the husband of Glenda Murry Perry with whom he was married for eleven years. His first wife, Josephine Forrest Perry preceded him in death in 2009. Born in Corry, PA, he was the son of the late Howard and Jesse Shaver Sperry.

Charles was retired (E9 Master Chief) from the U.S. Navy after 32 years; he also worked for Armstrong carpet plant for 18 years.

In addition to his wife are his children, Paula M. Bridgeman, Charles W. Perry, Jr., Michelle Welsh, and David Brearley; 7 grandchildren, Tiffany, Henry, Abigail, Desmond, Jenavive, Kodey, and Gretchen; 7 great-grandchildren; his brother, Jimmy Sperry and his sister, Anne Foote. He was preceded in death by his son, Paul Robert Perry and a brother, Leroy Perry.

A private viewing and service will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment will be held in St. Joseph's Catholic Cemetery with full military honors. If desired, donations in Charles's memory may be made to St. Jude Children's research Hospital at www.stjude.org.

Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc.

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Along with her husband Chuck, she enjoyed traveling the United States and spending time with her family at their vacation home in Tuckahoe Acres at Bethany Beach.

There will be no public viewing, however the family will receive friends at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., Columbia, on Monday, February 22, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. with graveside services beginning at 11:00 a.m. at Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens

Gloria J. Zimmerman, 73, of Mountville, passed away on Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at the Rose City Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was the wife of Charles R. "Chuck" Zimmerman with whom she was married 54 years. Born in Columbia, she was the daughter of the late Daniel and Erna Graybill Kiehl.

A 1965 graduate of Columbia High School, she was employed as a secretary for Colonial Metals, Donegal Mutual Insurance Company and retired in 1999 from the Donegal Middle School. Along with her husband Chuck, she enjoyed traveling the United States and spending time with her family at their vacation home in Tuckahoe Acres at Bethany Beach.

In addition to her husband are her sons, Charles A. husband of Janelle Zimmerman; Matthew S. husband of Nicole Zimmerman; nine grandchildren; brother, Gary, wife of Christine Kiehl; sisters, Elizabeth, wife of Richard Mackison and Linda L. Fulford. Her brother, Harry Greider preceded her in death.

There will be no public viewing, however the family will receive friends at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., 519 Walnut St., Columbia, PA on Monday, February 22, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. with graveside services beginning at 11:00 a.m. at Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens. Kindly omit flowers. Instead, please consider a donation in Glor

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Suzanne enjoyed spending time travelling, reading, and listening to opera music.

No formal services.

Suzanne A. Brubaker, of Mount Joy, passed away on Thursday, February 11th at the age of 80. Born in Columbia, she was the daughter of the late Robert John and Janet (Aston) Voight.  

Suzanne was a graduate of Columbia High School, class of 1958, and worked as a tax clerk for the Lancaster County Tax Collection Bureau. She was a member of St. James Lutheran Church in Columbia and the VFW Post 5152 in Mount Joy. Suzanne was quite sociable and had an out-spoken personality. She enjoyed spending time travelling, reading, and listening to opera music. Above all, she loved her family dearly. 

Suzanne is survived by her daughters: Beth McCauley, of Des Moines, IA; Jennifer, wife of Brian Repine, of Marietta; and Sarah Keller, fiancé of Samuel Cox, of Shippensburg; six grandchildren: Cory, Tori, Olivia, Patrick, Ariana, and Jarrod; siblings: Patricia, wife of James Musser, of Columbia; and Robert Brubaker, husband of Kay, of Landisville; her companion, Fred Heisey, of Columbia; and her beloved cat, Iris Rose.  

No formal services will be held for Suzanne at this time. In her memory, contributions to the Columbia Animal Shelter are kindly encouraged: 265 S 10th St, Columbia, PA 17512. Arrangements made by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Columbia/Landisville. 

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Jim enjoyed hunting, fishing, visiting flea markets, and collecting guns and knives.

Public visitation: Thursday, February 18th, 10:00 AM at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home

James C. Cook, Jr., of Wrightsville, passed away on Thursday, February 11, 2021 at the age of 65. Born in Columbia, he was the son of (L) James C., Sr. and Doris (Reese) Cook. Jim was the husband of Pamela Cook, with whom he celebrated 45 years of marriage in November.   

Jim grew up in Columbia and attended Columbia High School. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, visiting flea markets, and collecting guns and knives. He was also a car enthusiast. He worked as a heavy and highway construction worker with Laborers Local 158. As a licensed blaster, he had a good time blasting on the pipeline. Jim was a life member of the Second Street Quarry Club and a member of the Susquehanna Fishing and Game. He liked spending time with his friends, kicking back and having a few.  

In addition to his mother and wife, Jim is survived by his son, Jimmy Cook, husband of Bobbi Jo, of Wrightsville; two grandchildren, Allison and Owen (aka “Moose”); siblings: Eric Cook, of Wrightsville, Kristine Powers, of Mount Joy, and Chuck Cook, of Columbia; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father.   
A public visitation for Jim will be held on Thursday, February 18th, at 10:00 AM at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home (519 Walnut Street, Columbia), followed by a private service for immediate family. The use of face masks and the following of social distancing guidelines is required. In lieu of flowers, donations to Susquehanna Fishing and Game are kindly encouraged (7084 Roundtop Lane, Wrightsville, PA 17368). Arrangements made by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., Columbia/Landisville.

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She rarely turned down an invitation to spend time with friends and family, whether it was traveling with them, attending a show or playing a game of Scrabble..

Mass of Christian Burial: Friday, February 12, 2021 at 12:30 pm, St. Leo The Great Catholic Church. Interment to follow in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.

MaryAnn Mowery, 82, of Salunga, PA entered peacefully into God's presence on Friday, February 5, 2021, following a brief illness. She was the daughter of the late Enos Weaver and Kathleen Zinn Weaver Ginder and the step daughter of the late Earl M. Ginder. MaryAnn was married to John H. Mowery, Jr. for 38 years. She was blessed with 9 children and lived most of her life in Salunga.

She was employed by Donnelley Printing as an inventory clerk/biller for 13 years; then owned and operated Salunga Village Restaurant for several years and finally retired from Hook's CPA office in 2018.

MaryAnn enjoyed volunteering as an usher at Fulton Opera House for many years and enjoyed her volunteer position on the board of Lancaster Cemetery and being involved in their Victorian Days. She loved to learn about history and you could almost always find her reading an historical novel. She also was an avid quilter. Mom rarely turned down an invitation to spend time with friends and family, whether it was traveling with them, attending a show or playing a game of Scrabble.

Being a founding member of St. Leo The Great Church, MaryAnn was a woman of great faith.

She was predeceased by her brothers, Ken and David Weaver and her sister, Janet Washington. She is survived by a sister, Margaret (Peggy) McBride and her daughter, Maria (Mark) Gibson.

MaryAnn enjoyed her life surrounded by her loving children: Tim (Rosie) Mowery, John (Wendy) Mowery, Lisa (Carl) Polonchak, Tom Mowery, Linda (Darwin) Craul, Mary Mowery, Joe (Allyson)Mowery, Tony (Candace) Mowery, and Jason (Stephanie) Mowery; 30 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. Her legacy of love, kindness, patience and charity lives on through all of them.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Leo The Great Catholic Church, 2427 Marietta Avenue, Lancaster, PA 17601 on Friday, February 12, 2021 at 12:30 p.m. with the Rev. Peter I. Hahn, Celebrant. There will be no public viewing. Interment will follow in St. Joseph's Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Maryann's memory to St. Leo's Catholic Church.

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

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Robin was truly loved and valued by so many people in her life.

There will be no formal service for Robin.

Robin M. Frane, 60, passed away on Sunday, February 7, 2021 at Pleasant Acres in York, PA. Formerly of Columbia, she was the daughter of (L) Donald Robert, Sr. and Dorothy May Frane (Yost).  

Robin was truly loved and valued by so many people in her life. She had the ability to make friends and family laugh no matter what kind of day they were having. Robin had a love for eagles and horses, and she enjoyed spending time doing arts and crafts. She would sometimes crochet things for those she loved. She will be deeply missed by many, but especially by her daughter. 

Robin is survived by her daughter, Patricia Frane, four grandchildren, brothers and sisters, nieces, and nephews. There will be no formal services at this time. Arrangements made by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., Columbia/Landisville. www.Clydekraft.com 

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One of Joseph’s favorite pastimes was playing the guitar.

Joseph will be laid to rest during a private burial at Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens

Joseph Allen Fincher, 75, a lifelong resident of Columbia, passed away on Saturday, January 30, 2021. He was the oldest son of the late John and Erma Yohe Fincher. 

Joseph attended Columbia High School and proudly served his country while in the Marine Reserves. He worked at ITT Grinnell before becoming a trash truck driver and trash collector with a local waste disposal company for many years. One of Joseph’s favorite pastimes was playing the guitar. He had a unique and special relationship with his mother, whom he adored tremendously. 

Joseph is survived by his brother, Gary Fincher, of Columbia; sisters, Erna, wife of Ronnie Hoffman, of Frenchville, PA, Stephanie, wife of the late Robert Sholly, of Wrightsville, and Beth Packard, of Columbia; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Judy Witmer. 

Joseph will be laid to rest during a private burial at Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens in Columbia. His family kindly requests that flowers are omitted. Arrangements made by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., Columbia/Landisville. www.Clydekraft.com 

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Private services will be held at the discretion of Gloria’s family and she will be laid to rest at Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens.

Gloria enjoyed collecting music boxes and stuffed animals.

Gloria Murr, 53, of Mountville passed away on January 27th, 2021. She was born in Columbia to Kathleen and the late Leroy Murr and was a lifelong resident of this area. Gloria was a 1988 graduate of Lancaster-Lebanon IU 13. She loved talking on the phone and the music of New Kids on the Block. Gloria enjoyed collecting music boxes and stuffed animals. She was a member of St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Columbia.

Gloria leaves behind her mother, Kathleen Deisinger Murr of Mountville; her sister, Kathy Murr of Lancaster; her beloved cat, Angel; many caring cousins; dear friend, Holly Maher of Marietta.

A private service will be held at the discretion of Gloria’s family and she will be laid to rest at Laurel Hill memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to The Columbia Animal Shelter, 265 S. 10th St, Columbia, PA 17512 or www.columbiaanimalshelter.com. Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. Columbia/Landisville. www.clydekraft.com

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Her children and grandchildren were the center of her world and what brought her the most joy. She selflessly was always thinking of others before herself.

Viewing: Wednesday, February 3, 2021 6-8:00 pm, Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Columbia Funeral Services: Thursday, February 4, 2021 2:00 pm, Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Columbia (Additional viewing one hour prior to services)

Sandra L. Keyser, 71 of 233 S. 8th St., Columbia, PA passed away on Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at Hospice and Community Care following a courageous battle with cancer. She was the wife of William H. Keyser to whom she was married for 49 years. Born in Lancaster, PA she was the daughter of the late Edward E. and Janet Mummau Springer.

She retired as an Audit and Security Administrator for Donegal Mutual Insurance Co., where she was employed for 25 years. Sandy was a member of St. James Lutheran Church in Columbia and was Past Treasurer for the Columbia Borough Fire Department. While she had hobbies such as reading and traveling to the beach, her children and grandchildren were the center of her world and what brought her the most joy. She selflessly was always thinking of others before herself.

Surviving besides her husband are sons: Bryan E. Keyser of Columbia, PA, Kevin A. Keyser fiancé of Brittany Roth-Styer of Columbia, PA and Brent M. husband of Christine Keyser of Elizabethtown, PA, grandchildren: Reed D. Keyser and Charlotte Keyser and brothers: Dennis E. husband of Debra Springer of Mount Joy, PA and Edward E. Jr. husband of Chandra Springer of York, PA.

A Viewing will be held on Wednesday evening, February 3, 2021 from 6:00PM – 8:00PM at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., 519 Walnut St., Columbia, PA. A Life Celebration for Sandy will be on Thursday, February 4, 2021 at 2:00PM from the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., with an additional viewing from 1:00PM – 2:00PM. The family requests that flowers be omitted. Memorial Contributions in Sandy's memory may be made to Columbia Borough Fire Department, P.O. Box 426, Columbia, PA 17512 or to Hospice and Community Care, P.O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125. Please NOTE: The family is requesting casual attire, and masks will be required to enter the Funeral Home.

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Hempfield High School Graduate, Class of 1988.

Services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Tammy Lynn Andrews, 50, of Mount Joy, passed away at her residence on Sunday, January,24, 2021. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of Patrick and Rhoda Andrews and Patricia Fischer Andrews. She graduated from Hempfield High School in 1988.

In addition to her father and step mother are her children, Ryan Gephart; Jason husband of Alisha Andrews; Jordon Sprenkle; grandson, Arlington Andrews; sisters, Lori, Tera, Jamie, Ron, Tim and Butch.

Services will be held for the convenience of the family.

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

At this time there will be no formal services for Vickie, and any future services will be announced by her family.

Vickie Sue Bryant, 72, of Marietta passed away on January 24th, 2021. She was born in Columbia to the late Quay L, Sr. and Betty Yohe Dellinger and was a lifetime resident of this area. Vickie was a graduate of Columbia High School and had worked as a nursing assistant for many years. She was a hard worker and enjoyed shopping, especially with her grandchildren. Vickie was the rock of her family and her generosity and loving support will be missed by her family. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother who adored her family.

Vickie leaves behind her husband of almost 56 years, Henry Lee Bryant, Sr. of Marietta; four children, Suzanne, wife of Shawn Eck of York, Candy Lee of Marietta, Tassi, wife of James Murphy, Jr. of Marietta, Vikki Bryant, companion of Shane Wright of Hanover; nine grandchildren and four great grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Henry Lee Bryant, Jr; her brother, Quay L. Dellinger, Jr; two sisters, Barbie Dellinger and Terry Zink.

At this time there will be no formal services for Vickie and any future services will be announced by her family. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Autism Speaks, 1060 State Rd, 2nd Floor, Princeton, NJ 08540 or www.autismspeaks.org. Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. Columbia/Landisville www.clydekraft.com

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Jim enjoyed tinkering around the house and helping family and friends with home maintenance projects.

At Jim’s request there will be no funeral services.

James D. Knier, 68, of Lancaster, passed away on Monday January 18, 2021 at Conestoga View. He was the husband of Cindy Garner Knier with whom he was married 47 years. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Charles D. and Alverna Geiter Knier.

A graduate of Hempfield High School, Class of 1970, Jim retired from SWF Industrial, Metal Fabrication and Installation Services, Wrightsville where he was employed as a maintenance supervisor. He also worked for many years at the former U.S. Lock and Hardware, Columbia.

He was a member of the Green Hill Sportsman Association and enjoyed tinkering around the house and helping family and friends with home maintenance projects.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughter, Amy, wife of Allen Harvin and two grandchildren, Dante and Chiara. His brother, Robert Knier also survives.

At Jim's request there will be no funeral services.

Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc.

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Lillie was a member of the Blue Rock Mennonite Church and was well known for her interest in people.

Services: Blue Rock Mennonite Church on Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at 2:00 PM

Lillie Irene Hauf, 94, passed away on Thursday, January 21, 2021 at West Willow Rest Home where she had resided for the past 17 years.

She was a member of the Blue Rock Mennonite Church and was well known for her interest in people. She worked in a sewing factory in her earlier years.

Lillie was the daughter of the late Daniel T. and Emma May Tweed Hauf. She was preceded in death by an infant sister, Mary Jane Hauf and a brother, Daniel T. Hauf, Jr.

Services will be held at the Blue Rock Mennonite Church on Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. A viewing will be held prior from 12:00 p.m. until the time of service. Interment will follow in the Willow Street Mennonite Cemetery. Kindly omit flowers.

Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc.

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