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Lynn M. Smith

    Lynn was especially devoted to her family.

Memorial Service: 11:00 AM on Thursday, January 13, 2022 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home in Landisville, followed by interment at St. Joseph’s New Catholic Cemetery.

Lynn M. Smith, 64, of Lancaster, passed away January 5, 2022, peacefully at home after a battle with cancer. Born in Jersey City, NJ, Lynn settled in Lancaster where she worked for the Office of Aging for nearly 30 years. She was very devoted to her career, eventually earning a position as Deputy Director.

Lynn was especially devoted to her family. She is survived by her loving husband, Michael, and four daughters: Amanda (Matt) Joline, Katelyn (Derek) Martin, Rebecca (William) Zawisa, and Sarah Smith. She was a loving Nana to her four grandchildren as well. Lynn is also survived by siblings Paul (Cathy) Zanowski, Peter Zanowski, Sue (Bob) Gilland, and Meghan (John) Campbell.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, January 13, 2022 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home in Landisville, followed by interment at St. Joseph’s New Catholic Cemetery. A visitation will take place starting at 10:00 AM. Reverend Kent Holmes will officiate.  In lieu of flowers, donations will be accepted to The Lancaster County Office of Aging 150 N Queen Street Suite 415, Lancaster, PA 17603.

Arrangements by Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Columbia/Landisville.


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Virginia L. Gambler

    Most of all, Virginia cherished spending time with her family especially on holidays and special occasions.

A memorial service will be held at Ironville U.M Church, 4020 Holly Dr., Columbia, PA 17512 on Thursday, January 13, 2022 at 11:00 a.m.

Virginia L. Gambler, 93, formerly of Columbia, passed away on Thursday, January 6, 2022 at St. Anne’s Retirement Community where she had resided for the past 18 months. She was the wife of the late Robert M. Gambler who preceded her in death in 1996. Born in Columbia, she was the daughter of the late Clarence L. and Bertha Clark Bridges.

A 1946 graduate of Columbia High School, Ginny retired from Armstrong World Industries in 1988 where she was employed as a receptionist for 25 years of service. After retirement, she began Ginny’s Dog Grooming business.

A member of the Ironville United Methodist Church, she enjoyed listening to big band music, dancing, particularly the Jitterbug, the company of her pets, traveling throughout the states attending Bob’s USS Bataan reunions, meeting his ex-Navy mates, making new friends. Most of all she cherished spending time with her family especially on holidays and special occasions.

A special thanks to Ginny’s neighbors where she lived the past 33 years for lending a helping hand caring for her when needed and to the staff of St. Anne’s Retirement Community for their kindness and excellent care given to her during her stay there.

She is survived by her children: Gerald L. Paules, Jr., Thomas F. Paules (Melanie), Ricky L. Paules (Donna), Melissa A. Lewis (Dan); step children Ken Gambler (Sharon), Rick Gambler (Peg), Renee Wagner (Jim), Lois Levi (Arkady), Gail Gilbert (Warren); grandchildren: Andrew (Shannon), David and Hallie Paules, Janelle Harding (Matthew); step grandchildren: Jensen (Stacy) and Talon Lewis, Alyssa Roth, Brianna Wagner, Gregory Gambler and numerous other step grandchildren; great grandchildren: Milo Kerns, Brayden Paules and numerous other step great grandchildren. She always enjoyed seeing everyone in her extended family. Her son Stephen W. Paules, grandson Randall T. Paules and a special cousin Clark Gabriel preceded her in death.

A memorial service will be held at Ironville U.M Church, 4020 Holly Dr., Columbia, PA 17512 on Thursday, January 13, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Greg Impink, officiating. Interment will be held in Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens at the convenience of the family. All are invited to greet the family at a luncheon at the church immediately following the service. Kindly omit flowers. Contributions in Ginny’s memory to the Humane League of Lancaster County, 2195 Lincoln Hwy E., Lancaster, PA 17602 (www.humanepa.org) would be deeply appreciated.

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


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Waltraud Ella Geltmacher

    Vickie was born and raised in Berlin, Germany. She met her future husband, Harry L. Geltmacher, when he was stationed in Germany while serving the United States Army.

Vickie traveled at the age of twenty-three years to the United States and married Harry where they lived in Columbia, PA.

A short service, with Pastor Larry Dunlap officiating, will be held graveside at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 11th, 2022 at Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens in Columbia.

Waltraud Ella Geltmacher, passed away January 4th, 2022 at the age of 92 years. Waltraud was known to her friends and family as Vickie.

She was born and raised in Berlin, Germany. Vickie met her future husband, Harry L. Geltmacher, when he was stationed in Germany while serving the United States Army. Vickie traveled at the age of twenty-three years to the United States and married Harry where they lived in Columbia, PA. Harry preceded her in death in 2004. Vickie earned her United States citizenship in 1957 and was employed as a seamstress at a local sewing factory. In December Vickie celebrated her 92nd birthday at St. Anne’s Retirement Community with a cake and balloons. For several years Vickie enjoyed the services of Columbia Meals on Wheels and the kind delivery staff. Much appreciation to St. Anne’s Retirement Community Staff for Vickie’s most recent care and for the rehoming of her beloved parakeet, Heidi. Vickie is survived by a brother-in-law, Daniel Geltmacher.

A short service, with Pastor Larry Dunlap officiating, will be held graveside at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 11th, 2022 at Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens in Columbia. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Columbia Meals on Wheels, PO box 391, Columbia, PA 17512. Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. Columbia/Landisville www.clydekraft.com


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Ronnie A. Accardi

Ronnie cared, loved and would do anything for anybody with no second thought.  The love and devotion she carried for family, friends and life is truly unmatched.

 Memorial Service: Saturday, January 8, 2022 at 12:00pm Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home

Ronnie Alana Accardi, born April 28, 1980 in Montclair, NJ passed January 1, 2022 at 41 years young.

She is the fiancé of Zachary Waller and absolutely the most beautiful person in the world.  She cared, loved and would do anything for anybody with no second thought.  The love and devotion she carried for family, friends and life is truly unmatched.

Ronnie worked for Goodwill Store and Donation Center doing what she loved most, helping people.

She is survived by her father and mother, Ronnie “Big Ron” and Nancy Miles, Jackson, PA; her sisters Loren Garofolo wife of Ralph and their son, Zachary, Egg Harbor City, NJ and Dena Mazza wife of Frank and their daughter, Grace, North Caldwell, NJ; and Ronnie’s loving sons, Gian and Ryer Accardi, Sussex County, NJ.

Love life, be tender and cherish everyone that’s close in life as she did.  She will truly be missed and never forgotten.  In lieu of flowers or gifts please donate to your closest charity in her name.

Love life, be tender and cherish everyone that’s close in life as she did.  She will truly be missed and never forgotten.  In lieu of flowers or gifts please donate to your closest charity in her name.

CARPE DIEM.

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 8, 2022 at 12:00 Noon from the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., 519 Walnut Street, Columbia, PA 17512 with Fr. Augustine Joseph, officiating.


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Jeffrey N. Mull, Sr.

    Jeff enjoyed tending to his backyard Koi fish Pond, his pet dogs, riding his motorcycle and spending time at the beach with his family and friends.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the LCBC Church-York Campus, 951 N. Hills Rd. York, PA 17402 on Saturday, January 8, 2022 at 3:00 p.m.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

Jeffrey N. Mull, Sr., 59, of Landisville, passed away on Monday, January 3, 2022 at Lancaster General Hospital. He was the husband of Karla Martin Mull with whom he was married 39 years. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Glenn J., Sr. and Joyce Williams Mull.

A truck driver for 35 years, he was employed at Gro-Mor Plant Food Company, Leola and had previously been employed by New Penn Trucking Company. Jeff was a member of the Teamsters Local 771, Lancaster and attended the York Campus of LCBC. He was a member of the Elstonville Sportsman’s Club and was an avid outdoorsman and hunter. Jeff enjoyed tending to his backyard Koi fish Pond, his pet dogs, riding his motorcycle and spending time at the beach with his family and friends. A friend to all, he particularly loved spoiling his grandchildren.

In addition to his wife are his children, Jeffrey N. Mull, Jr. husband of Jennifer Mull; Tiffany wife of Mark Campbell; grandchildren, Savannah and Ashtyn Mull; Iyana, Aaliyah and Mya Campbell; sister, Debra wife of Dave Cunningham and mother-in-law Estella Mason. His brother Glenn J. Mull, Jr. preceded him in death.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the LCBC Church-York Campus, 951 N. Hills Rd. York, PA 17402 on Saturday, January 8, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers contributions in Jeff’s memory may be made to LCBC at the above address. Please write Jeffrey N. Mull, Sr. on memo line.


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Glenn E. Keller

  In keeping with Glenn’s wishes, a private service will be held at a later date.

Glenn E. Keller, Sr., 89, of Columbia, passed away on Monday afternoon, December 20, 2021 at Penn Medicine, Lancaster General Health. He was the husband of Donna St. John Keller with whom he was married 31 years. Born in Wrightsville, he was the son of the late George and Pauline Kinard Keller.

For over 60 years, Glenn owned and operated Keller’s Body Shop, Keller’s Towing and Keller’s Used Cars in addition to other business endeavors. Glenn’s first passion from his business was Dirt Track Racing in the Super Sportsman Division where he fielded race cars for many years. He also had a passion for restoring antique and classic cars

He was a Lifetime Member of the Susquehanna Beneficial Association and the Forresters’ of America, Susquehanna Court 235.

In addition to his wife Donna are his children, Glenn E. Keller, Jr. companion of Sonja Mittel; Michael G. Keller husband of Glenda; Judy A. wife of Keith Lenker; Kay M. wife of Bob Innocent; Sharon M. Keller; Charles Andrew Fritz husband of Gianna; eleven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. His brother Baron Keller preceded him in death.

In keeping with Glenn’s wishes, a private service will be held at a later date. If desired, contributions in Glenn’s memory may be made to the York County Racing Club Injured Drivers Fund, 568 Yale St., York, PA 17403. (www.ycrc.org)


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Scott K. Fisher

Scott enjoyed time with family, automobile collectibles, attending Men’s Frat at LCBC, and fishing.

Memorial Service: LCBC Manheim’s West Wing Auditorium, on Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at 11 AM. Please park at the front of the church and use the Auditorium South Entrance.

Interment will be private.

Scott Keith Fisher, 61, of Lancaster died on December 16, 2021. He was the devoted husband of Deborah (Stotz) Fisher for 42 years of marriage. He is survived by his daughter, Stephanie, wife of Hans Gehman and two grandsons, Friedrich and Efraim. He is also survived by his step father James Gates, his brother, Jeffrey Fisher, and his sister Wanda Barr. He was preceded in death by his mother, Janet (Habecker) Gates and father, Paul Richard Fisher, Jr.

Scott graduated from Warwick High School, class of 1979. A machinist, he was employed by LSC Communications of Lancaster for 35 years. Scott enjoyed time with family, automobile collectibles, attending Men’s Frat at LCBC, and fishing. He will be missed by his dogs, Meg and Paige.

A Memorial Service honoring Scott’s life will be held at LCBC Manheim’s West Wing Auditorium, on Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at 11 AM. Please park at the front of the church and use the Auditorium South Entrance. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Men’s Frat at LCBC, 2392 Mount Joy Rd., Manheim, PA 17545. To send an online condolence, please visit:

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Paul R. Funk, III.

Paul was an outdoorsman who was active in hunting, fishing, and camping. He enjoyed repairing bicycles, watching tv and western movies.

Visitation for Paul will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 30, 2021 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, 519 Walnut St, Columbia, PA 17512.

A celebration of Paul’s life will follow at 12:00 p.m.

Paul R. Funk, III, 59, of Dover passed away on December 19th, 2021. He was born in Lancaster to the late Paul, Jr. and Dorothy Fryberger Funk.

Paul was an outdoorsman who was active in hunting, fishing, and camping. He enjoyed repairing bicycles, watching tv and western movies. Paul was a truck driver and most recently worked with J.B. Hunt. He was also a lifetime member of the Lancaster County CB Radio Club. Paul was a faithful member of Carlisle Evangelical Free Church.

Paul leaves behind his wife of twenty years, Kim Barrett Funk of Dover and formerly of Columbia; seven children, Jason Funk (Julie) of Susquehanna, Heather Funk of Mahoney City, Crystal Sweigart of New Cumberland, Paul R. Funk, IV (Danielle) of Adamstown, Brandon Funk (Amanda) of Adamstown, Todd Odenwalt (Lisa) of Lancaster, Amanda Nearhoof (Josh) of Dalmatia; ten grandchildren, Jasmine, Jason, Jr., Bryce, Breanna, Kaylee, Cora, Paxton, Morgan, Ash, and Caylee; two brothers, Donald Funk (Pam) and Nelson Funk (Joy) both of Lancaster; several nieces and nephews and a large extended family. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two siblings, Susan Sager and Willie Funk; one grandchild, Jacob Sweigart.

Visitation for Paul will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 30th, 2021 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, 519 Walnut St, Columbia, PA 17512. A celebration of Paul’s life will follow at 12:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the American Cancer Society, 314 Good Dr, Lancaster, PA 17603. Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. Columbia/Landisville. www.clydekraft.com


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Larry L. Kise

Larry proudly served his country in the United States Air Force.

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

Larry L. Kise, 84, of Columbia, PA, passed away on Friday, December 17, 2021. He was the son of the late Cedric and Mary (Gillette) Kise, and the husband of the late Jeannette Y. (Moore) Kise, to whom he was married for 64 years. He is survived by a large family.

Larry proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. He retired as a truck driver and member of the bridge crew from Penn Dot after 22 years. He was a member of various clubs and organizations, including the OWLS, Catholic War Vets, American Legion, VFW, and the Lower Club. Larry enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time in Juniata County, PA.  

A private graveside service for Larry will be held at Fort Indiantown Gap National Cemetery at the discretion of the family. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to The Wounded Warrior Project at support.woundedwarriorproject.org.

Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Columbia/Landisville.


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Dorothy L. Sheehy

Dorothy was very proud to be the first female real estate broker in Lancaster County.

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

Dorothy L. Sheehy, 93, of Columbia passed away peacefully at her home on December 18th, 2021. She was born in Windsor Township to the late Harry and Mary Dietz Landis and was a lifelong resident of this area. Dorothy was very proud to be the first female real estate broker in Lancaster County. She was also active in local bike clubs and continued to ride until recently.

Dorothy leaves behind her children, Jane Conners of Columbia and Patrick Sheehy of Live Oak, FL. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Jack Sheehy, Jr.

In honor of Dorothy’s final wishes there will be no formal services. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Columbia Meals on Wheels, PO box 391, Columbia, PA 17512. Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. Columbia/Landisville www.clydekraft.com


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Pauline M. Hammer

  Nan was a wonderful cook and most well known for her macaroni salad, deviled eggs, pumpkin pie, ham potpie, and chocolate cake with peanut butter fudgy icing.  She was also well known for her thoughtfulness.

Memorial Service: Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., Columbia, PA on Thursday, December 23, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Mark S. Kopp, officiating. The family will receive friends on Thursday one hour prior to the service.

Interment in Fairview Cemetery.

Wrightsville – Pauline Marie “Nan” Hammer of Wrightsville was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend.  She left this world suddenly on December 14, 2021 at the age of 81.  She was preceded in death by her parents Elwood and Sadie Fisher, brother Bill Fisher, and devoted husband, James G. Hammer.

Nan enjoyed being a homemaker keeping her home spotless and decorated to the nines for every holiday of the year.  She also spent much of her free time with family and tending to her grandchildren and, more recently, her great-grandchildren.  She was a wonderful cook and most well known for her macaroni salad, deviled eggs, pumpkin pie, ham potpie, and chocolate cake with peanut butter fudgy icing.  She was also well known for her thoughtfulness.  Family and friends received greeting cards for all occasions throughout the year by mail with lovely words underscored.

Nan is survived by her children, Gregory J., husband of Jeanne; Wendy D., wife of Shawn Aungst; Randy D., husband of Melissa; four grandchildren, Kirsten (fiancée of Brad Kreider), Megan (fiancée of Justin Stone), Ryan and Kelsey; and three great-granddaughters, Aubrey Rose; Karley and Marisa.  Also surviving is her sister, S. Catherine Smuck.

A memorial service will be held at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. 519 Walnut St., Columbia, PA on Thursday, December 23, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Mark S. Kopp, officiating. Interment in Fairview Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Thursday one hour prior to the service.

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Catherine R. Drescher

Catherine loved Jesus with all of her heart and will be spending Christmas with Jesus.

Services for Catherine will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, December 27th, 2021 at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home

 Catherine Ruth Rode Drescher, 89, of Columbia, went home to be with her Lord on Friday morning, December 17, 2021 at Susquehanna Health and Wellness Center. Born in Columbia, she was the daughter of the late Cecil and Blanche (Shive) Rode. Catherine was the loving wife of the late Robert Clyde Drescher, Sr.

Catherine worked at the bake shop on Walnut Street in Columbia until it’s eventual closing. She was known to many children as “The Cookie Lady”. She then worked at Rite Aid in Columbia until her retirement in 1997. Catherine was a kind and generous person all of her life. She loved Jesus with all of her heart and will be spending Christmas with Jesus.

Catherine will be missed by her son, Bob Drescher, Jr. and his wife, Sally; and by her daughter Annie Strickler and her husband, Harry. She is survived by 4 grandchildren, Margie Moran, Harry Strickler, Jr., Jeremy Strickler, and Robert C. Drescher, III.; 7 great grandchildren; and 2 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a sister, Grace (Rode) Brandt. 

Services for Catherine will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, December 27th, 2021 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 where she will be laid to rest with her late husband. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to First Assembly of God, 4696 Breezyview Dr, Columbia, PA 17512. Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. Columbia/Landisville www.clydekraft.com


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Nancy F. Hilliar

Nancy enjoyed vacationing in Ocean City MD with family and friends, going to yard sales, going out to eat, spending time with her family especially during the holidays and really enjoyed showing pictures of her family and friends to others.

Funeral services: Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home on Friday, December 17, 2021 at 11:00 a.m.

Nancy F. Hilliar, 83, formerly of Columbia died Sunday, December 12, 2021 at the Hanover Hospital. She was the wife of the late Cleon W. Hilliar. Born in Columbia, she was the daughter of the late Mary Bailey.

A homemaker, she enjoyed vacationing in Ocean City MD with family and friends, going to yard sales, going out to eat, spending time with her family especially during the holidays and really enjoyed showing pictures of her family and friends to others.

She is survived by her six children, Cleon Jr. (deceased); LeeAnne; Earl; Glenn; Steve; Blaine; 14 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren.

Funeral services at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. 519 Walnut St. Columbia PA on Friday, December 17, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Mark S. Kopp, officiating. Viewing one hour prior to the service. Burial in Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens.


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Barbara Jean "Mom-Mom" Haines

Along with her husband, she was an active member of the Amvets Post 19, VFW Post 2435 and the Columbia United Veterans Council.

Funeral service will be held at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. 519 Walnut St. Columbia on Monday, December 20, 2021 at 11:00 a.m.

Family and friends may view at the funeral home one hour prior to the service.

Barbara Jean “Mom-Mom” Haines, 63, of Washington Boro, passed away on Friday, December 10, 2021. She was the wife of Eugene B. Haines, Jr. with whom she was married 46 years. Born in Lancaster, she ws the daughter of the late William R. Jr. and Dorothy Rowe Killian.

Barb retired in 1999 from QVC, Lancaster, where she was employed as a quality control supervisor. In her post retirement years, she worked as a school bus driver for the Red Lion Bus Company and Rolling Hills Transit. Along with her husband, she was an active member of the Amvets Post 19, VFW Post 2435 and the Columbia United Veterans Council.

In addition to her husband are her children, Belinda Wright (Kevin); Jean Joy (Robert); Cora Franklin (Zachary Allen); Wayne Franklin (Shannan); Cody Franklin; 12 grandchildren; one great granddaughter; brothers, William Killian (Tracey); Carl Killian; Larry Killian (Amanda); sisters Diane Strawser (Mark); Betty Byers (Brad) and sister-in-law Joyce Flory (Robert)

A funeral service will be held at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. 519 Walnut St. Columbia on Monday, December 20, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. Family and friends may view at the funeral home one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Barbara’s memory to the Salvation Army, 131 S. Queen St. Lancaster PA 17603.

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Gladys Boyer Moore

Gladys was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother, and sister who adored her family and treasured spending time with them.

Services for Gladys will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 15th, 2021 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.

She will be laid to rest with her late husband at Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens.

Gladys Boyer Moore, 88, of Columbia passed away on December 9th, 2021. She was born in Union Deposit to the late Enos, Sr. and Mary Lehn Boyer. Gladys was a graduate of Hershey High School with the Class of 1951. From 1988 – 1999, she worked as a teacher’s aide at St.  John’s Lutheran Day Care. Gladys was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother, and sister who adored her family and treasured spending time with them. She was a faithful member of Trinity Reformed United Church of Christ in Mountville.

Gladys leaves behind her children, John, husband of Rosemary Moore of Georgetown, De, Mark, husband of Corie Moore of Harrisburg, Donna Moore, wife of Jere Hedricks of Columbia, Mary Moore of Columbia; nine grandchildren, Dustin, husband of Kelley Zipp, Brad Moore, Charity, wife of Jeff Norton, Christy, Charissa, Chaeli Moore, Kaitlin and Andrew Fischer, Zachary Jones; one great grandson and one great great granddaughter, Austin Zipp and Amaya Zipp; two siblings, Enos Boyer of Hershey, Shirley, wife of Richard Conrad of Hummelstown. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Donald L. Moore in 2012 and four siblings, Mary Huber, Sarah Stegall, Kathryn Whitehaus, and Harold Boyer.

Services for Gladys will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 15th, 2021 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. She will be laid to rest with her late husband at Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Trinity Reformed U.C.C., 450 W. Main St, Mountville, PA 17554. Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc. Columbia/Landisville www.clydekraft.com


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Lonnie C. Brown, Sr.

Lonnie was an avid hunter and wine enthusiast who enjoyed visiting wineries with his friends.

Services for Lonnie will be private and he will be placed with his late wife at Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens.

Lonnie C. Brown, Sr., 75 of Columbia passed away on December 6th, 2021. He was born in Columbia to the late Raymond and Geraldine Geesey Brown and was a lifelong resident of this area. Lonnie attended Columbia High School and worked for more than thirty years with Alumax (Arconic) as a maintenance mechanic before his retirement. He was an avid hunter and wine enthusiast who enjoyed visiting wineries with his friends.

Lonnie leaves behind his children, Lonnie C. Brown, Jr., husband of Christine of Wrightsville, Lorie Ann, wife of Daniel Michels of Silver Spring, Kenneth, husband of Rachel Bosley of Mechanicsburg, Sarah, wife of Outhai Loy of Landisville; twelve grandchildren and seven great grandchildren; two siblings, Raymond, husband of Bonnie Brown of Columbia, Mildred Dosch of Columbia; his canine companion Zeus. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Barbara Edmond Brown; his daughter Regina Sprenkle; two sisters, Nancy Dunker and Elaine Fraiser.

Services for Lonnie will be private and he will be placed with his late wife at Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens. 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 www.clydekraft.com


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Dr. Chester L. Kenney

Chester was a self-taught guitarist and became a guitar instructor and teacher for many years.

A small memorial service will be held in the future.

Dr. Chester L. Kenney, 80, passed away at home on Tuesday, November 23, 2021. He was a lifelong resident of Columbia, PA. He was the son of the late Patrick Kenney, Sr and Louise (Choice) Kenney. He was a self-taught guitarist and became a guitar instructor and teacher for many years. He also loved listening to music for hours while smoking his pipe. He was a religious man and he loved learning and furthering his education. He received his Practitioner of the Neotarian Doctrine from the Neotarian College of Philosophy. He also received certificates in Bible Reading from New Standard for Living and Bible Reading from the Mt. Leo Church of Christ. He also loved electronics and he had acquired certificates in Electronics Technology and Advanced Troubleshooting 1& 2 and Electronics Technology with Laboratory from the Cleveland Institute of Electronics. Diploma in TV/VCR Repair from International Correspondence Schools and a Certificate in VCR Servicing from Healthkit Educational Systems. 

Chester was preceded in death by his brothers Patrick Kenney, II, and William M. Kenney; and his loving wife Murlene Kenney. Surviving siblings are his brother, Marvin R. Kenney of Columbia, PA; two sisters, Bernice Hurst of York, PA; and Dorothy Noon, who resides in Lancaster, PA. Also, a host of nieces and nephews survive. His remains were handled by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home of Columbia, PA. 

The family would like to thank everyone for all the prayers and condolences. A small memorial service will be held in the future. Thank you and God Bless from the family. 


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Daniel J. Seasock

Everyone knew Danny lived life to the fullest. What’s not to love about a man who loved his children and grandchildren — almost as much as he loved the Boston Red Sox, cold beer, the river, and peanut butter.

Per Danny’s request, a toast will be held at the Catholic War Veterans Post 1306, 250 N. Seventh St. Columbia PA on Friday, December 3, 2021 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.  

A celebration of life will be held in the Spring for him at the river.

Daniel J. Seasock, 68, died November 29, 2021, at his home with his loved ones by his side. He was born on February 6, 1953 in Columbia, PA.

Danny leaves behind his wife, Diane (Laudenberger/Gerfin) Seasock; his children, Daniel C. Seasock, wife Heidi (Groom) Seasock of Lancaster; Bobbie J. (Seasock) Johnson, wife of Donovan Shane Johnson of Eswatini; Tara L. (Seasock) Sykes, wife of Shane Sykes of Dover; and his 2 step children, Kelly (Gerfin) Gamber and Matthew Gerfin of Columbia.  He was Pap to 12 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.  Danny is preceded in death by his parents, Daniel J. and Dorothy (Smith) Seasock.

During his years at Columbia High School, Danny excelled in football and wrestling. He was part of the 1970 "Big Red Machine".  After graduating, Danny went to work for Alcoa, where he met some lifelong friends.  He later was employed at AMP/Tyco where he retired after 25 years of service. Everyone knew Danny lived life to the fullest. What’s not to love about a man who loved his children and grandchildren — almost as much as he loved the Boston Red Sox, cold beer, the river, and peanut butter.  He also enjoyed hunting and fishing.  Danny was a generous man, always willing to help anyone in need. Life, or the “family bush”, will not be the same without Danny’s company. 

Per Danny’s request, a toast will be held at the Catholic War Veterans Post 1306, 250 N. Seventh St. Columbia PA on Friday, December 3, 2021 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.  A celebration of life will be held in the Spring for him at the river.

 In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made the Columbia Mat Club (Columbia Wrestling) c/o Rebecca Wolf, 116 Pheasant Drive, Columbia PA 17512 or to Hospice and Community Care, PO Box 4125, Lancaster PA 17604 (www.hospoceandcommunitycare.org)

Arrangements by the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., www.clydekraft.com.


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Kenneth J. Stoppard

Kenneth was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting and fishing.

A Celebration of Kenneth’s life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 17th, 2021 at West Green Tree Church of the Brethren, 740 Greentree Rd, Elizabethtown, PA 17022.

The family will receive friends for visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. until service time

Kenneth Jay Stoppard, 73, of Mount Joy passed away on November 29th, 2021. He was born in Columbia to the late Harold Stoppard and June Rush and was the stepson of Evelyn Wagner Stoppard and was a lifelong resident of this area.

Kenneth was a graduate of Hempfield high School. Following high school, he graduated from Goldey-Beacom College with an accounting degree. Kenneth worked as an accountant for many years first with Carl Fisher. Then Sager, Swisher & Co, and finally HSI Company, Inc. of Lancaster before his retirement. He also served as a past president of the Columbia Lions Club. Kenneth was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting and fishing. In his later years, he took up woodworking and loved to build things for his grandchildren.

Kenneth leaves behind his wife Margaret Stoppard of Mount Joy; two children, Christopher Stoppard (Kristine) of Mount Joy, Wendy Giulivo (Tony) of Elizabethtown; two granddaughters, Janette Seibert (Aaron) of Mount Joy, Morgan Giulivo of Elizabethtown; one great granddaughter, Harper Seibert of Mount Joy; five siblings, Star Rush of Bluffton, SC, Harold Stoppard (Ann) of Manheim, Jane Ginder (Ed) of Manheim, Gary Stoppard (Rachel) of North Carolina, Edward Stoppard (Maureen) of York County; several nieces and nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Larry and Donald Stoppard and Robert Rush.

A Celebration of Kenneth’s life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 17th, 2021 at West Green Tree Church of the Brethren, 740 Greentree Rd, Elizabethtown, PA 17022. The family will receive friends for visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. until service time. Burial will follow at West Green Tree Cemetery. If attending any services please wear a mask and practice social distancing.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 www.clydekraft.com


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Thomas O. (T.C.) Chant, III.

He enjoyed the outdoors, hiking, music and spending time with his family, friends and his canine buddy “Bella.”

Funeral Services: Saturday, December 4, 2021 11:00 a.m. at the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Columbia. Viewing will be held one hour prior to service.

Thomas O. (T.C) Chant III, 33, passed way on Wednesday, November 24, 2021. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of Thomas O. Chant, Jr. and Deborah Rutter, wife of Stephen Nolt.

Known to his family and friends as Tom or T.C., he enjoyed the outdoors, hiking, music and spending time with his family, friends and his canine buddy “Bella.”

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his maternal grandfather, John D. Rutter; brothers, Branden, Bailey, Dillan, Coltan, Tyler, and sisters, Stevie and Cristen. He was preceded in death by his brother, Coty S. Rutter.

Funeral services will be held from the Clyde W. Kraft Funeral Home, Inc., 519 Walnut St., Columbia, PA 17512 on Saturday, December 4, 2021 beginning promptly at 11:00 a.m. Family and friends may view on Saturday one hour before the service. Burial will follow in Silver Spring Cemetery. Kindly omit flowers. Instead, please consider a donation in Tom’s memory to Compassionate House Aftercare, Inc. (Transitional Housing), 708 Country Place Drive, Lancaster, PA 17601.


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