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Richard E. Leitzel, Jr. - May 10, 1946 - December 01, 2023

Departed: 12/01/2023 (Carlisle)

Obituary Preview: Richard E. Leitzel, Jr., 77, of Plainfield,, died Friday, December 1, 2023 at UPMC Harrisburg.

Born in Camp Hill, he was the son of the late (parents) and the husband of 14 years to Melody (King) Leitzel.

Dick graduated from Cumberland Valley High School and enlisted in the US Air Force, where he served for four years.

He, along with a couple partners, owned B & J’s Antique Mall in Dillsburg. He was also an avid collector of antiques, especially Coca Cola products. Dick loved being outdoors, enjoyed gardening and working in his yard, which, by the way, was “the most beautiful in the neighborhood.”

He enjoyed golfing, hunting and fishing and was a member of the Dillsburg VFW, Dillsburg American Legion Post #26 as well as the Mechanicsburg Club.

In addition to his wife, Dick is survived by his six children, 17 grandchildren, a great grandchild and three sisters.

Relatives and friends are invited to his viewings Sunday, December 10, 2023 from 10 AM to 2 PM and again from 5 PM to 9 PM at Hoffman Funeral & Crematory Ltd., 2020 W. Trindle Rd., Carlisle. There will be no service.

Services and interment will be held at the convenience of the family.

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Lawrence E. Tanger - January 12, 1938 - November 29, 2023

Departed: 11/29/2023 (Carlisle)

Obituary Preview: Lawrence E. “Ed” Tanger, 85, of Boiling Springs, died Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at his home.

Born in Boiling Springs on January 12, 1938, he was the son of the late Lawrence and Esther (Thorton) Tanger and the husband of 62 years to Shirley (Wolf) Tanger.

Ed worked as a mechanic at Tangers Garage on Forge Road and retired working for Turners Hydraulics. He was also involved with the South Middleton Township Fire Company, serving as Fire Chief for over 14 years and was involved with the Fire Police.

Ed was a John Deere fanatic and loved his John Deere tractor. Whether he was mowing his grass or giving the neighborhood kids a ride, he loved being on his tractor. He also shared his toy trucks with the neighborhood kids and was very helpful with his neighbors.

Ed enjoyed traveling to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee for vacation and liked antique fire equipment. He also loved being outdoors and going for drives.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughter: Kathy Witmer; his brother: Bill Tanger; his sisters: Vonnie McGuire, her husband, Harry, Bonnie Tanger, Kay Enneking; his grandchildren: Nicole Witmer, Stephany Leedy, Thomas Witmer, III; two great grandchildren as well as his nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to his funeral service 11:30 am Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at Hoffman Funeral & Crematory Ltd., 2020 W. Trindle Rd., Carlisle, where the family will greet guests after 10:30 am. Interment will follow the service in Cumberland Valley Memorial Gardens, Carlisle.

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James Osborne Smith, II - June 09, 1952 - November 29, 2023

Departed: 11/29/2023 (Carlisle)

Obituary Preview: In Detroit, Michigan on June 9, 1952, the late Lillian Joyce Griffith was blessed with a son she named James Osborne Smith II. Lillian Joyce named her son to honor her late father James “Jimmy” Osborne Smith was once the principal of Stratton High School in Beckley West Virginia being the first all-black high school in Raleigh County, West Virginia.

As a youth, James enjoyed playing baseball and basketball. He especially loved basketball and would spend hours on the local basketball courts. His love for the sport extended to adulthood and he participated in leagues organized through his professional colleagues. James was a lifelong fan of his hometown teams – the Detroit Lions, the Detroit Tigers, and the Detroit Pistons. He was also an avid fisherman and would travel to remote locations in the U.S. and Canada in search of the best fishing locations.

His love of sports can only be matched by his love of music. James’ large and diverse collection of vinyl records is proof positive of such. He appreciated many genres of music ranging from Jazz to Hard Rock. If you spent any time around him, you would become indoctrinated by enjoyment of music and may hear anyone from Coltrane to Hendrix on his playlist. The latter being one of his favorite musicians.

The trumpet was another of James’s passion. He became quite talented and played in the band while he attended Mackenzie High School in Detroit, MI. His talent was recognized when he was chosen to receive the Loucye Gordy Wakefield Scholarship. Ebony Magazine included an article about this award in its July 1971 issue.

After graduating from Mackenzie High School, he attended Wayne State University. He later married and he and his former wife were blessed with a daughter Nicole Kaye Smith in September of 1973.

In 1974, James began his career with the federal government. Ultimately, he became a federal law enforcement officer as a Supervisory Special Agent with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. During his professional career, James was required to engage in undercover and other law enforcement activities in collaboration with the U.S. Attorney’s office as well as other federal agencies. Given his excellent job performance, he was periodically assigned to the distinguished duty of serving on the security detail for the then Secretary of the Department of Human Services. While working full-time, James completed college coursework at Northeastern Illinois University from which he received his bachelor’s degree.

In 2005, after more than 30 years of service, James retired from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. During retirement, he traveled to many places around the world – Australia, the Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, Panama, Brazil, and Egypt. His travels also included a safari in Tanzania and a fishing trip along the Amazon River.

James transitioned on November 29, 2023. He is survived by his daughter Nicole Kaye Smith; granddaughter Nikki Shyann Travis; grandson Edward James Travis; great grandson Aceon Luis Ortiz; sister Leslie Griffith; sister Ruth Suzanne Griffith; sister Carol Diane Richardson; and his nephew James Ellis Fulton.

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Joseph M. Hosler - June 14, 1935 - November 28, 2023

Departed: 11/28/2023 (Carlisle)

Obituary Preview: Joseph Marlin Hosler, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away on Tuesday, November 28th, 2023. He is survived by his loving wife Patricia Zinn Hosler.

Joseph was born on June 14th, 1935, in Newville, PA. He was the son of the late George W. and Martha (Brandt) Hosler. In addition to his parents, Joseph was preceded in death by his brother William Hosler and his wife Patricia, his brother George Hosler and his wife Cleo, and his sister Shelby Gilbert and her husband Richard.

Joseph is survived by his four children, Connie (Ralph) Starner of Murrells Inlet, SC; Wendy (David) Lehman of Carlisle, PA; Joel (Pamela) Hosler of Carlisle, PA; and Jerry (Debra) Hosler of Sinking Spring, PA. He is also survived by five grandchildren, Jason (Stephanie) Lehman, Kelly Lehman, Joseph Hosler, Alison (Mike) Fair, and Kiersten (Adam) Rhoad; along with 3 great-grandchildren, Fiona, Porter, and Crue.

Joe was a 1953 graduate of Newville High School, where he met Patricia. They recently celebrated 70 years of marriage on October 10th, 2023. He retired after 33 years of hard work for Texas Eastern Transmission Co. as a Pipeliner. Joe was a member of the Camp Gnat Hunting Club and looked forward to spending time with his loved ones at their family cabin in Three Square Hollow. He enjoyed coaching Little League, attending his grandchildren’s sporting events, and was an avid Penn State football fan. Joe was a lifelong member of the Mount Hope United Methodist Church where he sang in the choir and served as a Trustee. He will be missed by family and friends, but is now at peace in his Heavenly home.

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Conard B. Carnell - October 17, 1951 - November 28, 2023

Departed: 11/28/2023 (Carlisle)

Obituary Preview: Conard B Carnell, beloved husband, father, and PapPap, passed away on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at his residence with his loving family by his side.

He was born October 17, 1951, in Chambersburg to the late Bryce M. and Mary (Richards) Carnell. He was raised in St. Thomas and took pride in the fact that he lived three houses down from Chicago White Sox great, Nellie Fox.

He was an avid hunter and nature lover. He loved to spend time at his cabin with his family and hunting with his son-in-law and grandchildren. He was able to take the trip of a lifetime to Africa on a hunting safari with Mike in 2015, where so many great memories were made. He loved his family with his whole heart and loved to cheer loud for his grandchildren in all their sporting events. Sometimes to their embarrassment but they grew to love the fact that he was always there for them.

When he met his wife, Claire, she still remembers his beautiful blue eyes and sun kissed long hair. It was love at first sight. There were bumps in the road, but they always maintained a strong bond that held until the very end.

Conard is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Claire Beadon Carnell of Carlisle; one daughter, Amanda (husband Michael) Kistler of Carlisle; and three grandchildren, Jacob, Madeline, and Stevie Kistler. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister.

Services will be scheduled and announced at a future date.

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Douglas A. McClintock - April 12, 1954 - November 27, 2023

Departed: 11/27/2023 (Carlisle)

Obituary Preview: Douglas A. McClintock, 69, of Carlisle, passed away on Monday, November 27, 2023, at Claremont Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

He was born April 12, 1954, in Carlisle to the late Archie and Mary (Barrick) McClintock.

Doug was a 1972 graduate of Big Spring High School. He was employed for 33 years at C.H. Masland and Son / Leer before his eventual retirement. Doug was a member of Great Hope Baptist Church and a former volunteer firefighter at Cumberland Fire Company. He was a collector of trains and Star Wars movies and memorabilia.

Doug is survived by one sister, Diane (husband George) Herman of Boiling Springs; one brother, Donald (wife Jo Marie) McClintock of Carlisle; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Duane McClintock.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 7, 2023, at the Hoffman Funeral Home and Crematory, 2020 West Trindle Road Carlisle, PA 17013. Burial will follow at Westminster Memorial Gardens. A viewing will be held from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the service on Thursday at the funeral home.

To sign the guestbook please visit www.hoffmanfh.com.

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Rodney "Rod" C. Keckler - September 13, 1948 - November 25, 2023

Departed: 11/25/2023 (Carlisle)

Obituary Preview: Rodney “Rod” C. Keckler, age 75, of Carlisle, PA, husband of Patsy J. (Swartz) Keckler, passed away at his home on Saturday, November 25, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Carlisle on September 13, 1948, to Frances R. (Souders) Goshorn and the late Richard C. Keckler.

Rod was a United States Army Vietnam Veteran having served two tours in Vietnam through 5 Tet Offensives. From February 21, 1968, to February 20, 1969 Rod was in Dalat with C Company 87th ENG and from October 20,1969 to August 28, 1970 served all over but mainly in Pleiku with C Company 815th ENG. He drove a gun truck that his crew named “Taxpayer’s Hired Gun” that was repeatedly painted over because the brass thought it was inappropriate. Born a rebel, he would repaint the name back on the truck. Rod was awarded multiple medals and commendations for his service to his country including the National Defense Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Army Sharpshooter Marksman Badge for M-14, Marksman Badge for M-16, Vietnam Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal and three O/S Bars. He was a member of the Mt. Holly Spgs. American Legion and Edward Jay Rykoskey Post #1 Carlisle Vietnam Veterans, Inc. He was co-founder of Southcentral Outdoors for Youth programs with his wife and Game Commission Officer, Tony Calaman for many years teaching today's youth about the pleasures of the outdoors.

Rod attended Boiling Springs High School. He worked for 30 years as a Block & Bracer and Mechanic retiring in 1999 from the Navy Depot in Mechanicsburg, PA. Rod loved “anything racing” that included all forms of auto racing, boats, ATV’s, trucks, motorcycles (especially flat tracking Harley’s) and NASCAR. He participated in demolition derbies at the former Carlisle Fair and was most passionate about dirt track racing at Silver Springs Speedway where he worked as a flagman, security guard and pit crew member for race teams including Steve Weaver’s K-9, John Ebersole’s 3x, Jake Raudabaugh’s 59, Paul Miller’s 58, and others. Rod also enjoyed hunting with bow and rifle (Whitetail Deer Only) along with fishing in the Susquehanna River. In his later years, Rod loved looking at wildlife cameras to see what critters were coming in to feed. He loved street rods and custom-made hot rods and motorcycles, trucks, Harleys, and a replica gun truck named “Satan’s L’il Angel” which he would display anywhere to spread the history of Vietnam gun truckers and their trucks. Rod was also quite a dancer before two heart attacks took the wind out of his sails. He was an avid poet and story writer that became his therapy over the years.

Rod was a volunteer firefighter with the Mt. Holly Spgs. Citizens Fire Company #1. He also volunteered his time as a Captain of the Mt. Holly Spgs. Special Police and helped the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Department, Michaux State Forest Mountain Fire Team, PA Game Commission, and other local police departments.

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Tu Thi Truong - January 01, 1927 - November 25, 2023

Departed: 11/25/2023 (Carlisle)

Obituary Preview: Tu Truong, age 96, passed away peacefully on November 25, 2023.

She was preceded in death by her sister, Ba Truong. Tu is survived by her son, Bill Truong and his daughter Vivian; nephew, Thanh Truong and wife, Linh; great nephew, Hao Truong and wife, Vasiliki, and their son, Demetri; great niece, An Almquist and her son, Alexander; and great nephew, David Truong.

Tu’s family would like to say thank you to the wonderful team in the secured dementia unit at Carlisle Skilled Nursing (formerly Manorcare) who have cared for her over the years.

A viewing will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 2, 2023, at the Hoffman Funeral Home and Crematory, 2020 West Trindle Road Carlisle, PA 17013. The funeral service will be from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

To sign the guestbook, please visit www.hoffmanfh.com .

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Gene T. Bond - May 02, 1929 - November 25, 2023

Departed: 11/25/2023 (Carlisle)

Obituary Preview: Lt. Colonel Gene Thomas Bond passed away on November 25, 2023 in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania at the age 94. He is preceded in death by his wife, Betty Bond and survived by three sons, Rodney (wife Debi), Michael (wife Beth), and David (wife Belinda) as well as 10 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. He was born to Horace Bond and Emma Troy Bond (Watts) on May 2, 1929 in Polk County, Texas and met his life-long love at Sam Houston State College, Texas. They married in Conroe, Texas on June 27, 1952 – celebrating nearly 71 years together.

Gene served for over 22 years in the US Army; his first combat tour of duty was in Korea, and later served in France, Germany, and completed two combat tours in Vietnam. He also had numerous stateside assignments, including Fort Hood, Texas; Fort Benning, Georgia; Fort Lewis, Washington; and Carlisle, Pennsylvania, home of the U.S. Army War College. While in Carlisle he served as the Professor of Military Science, leading the ROTC program at Dickinson College. During this assignment, he started the ROTC program at Shippensburg University of PA and eventually retired in Carlisle. He was a quiet, loving, and gentle Christian man who loved his family above all else. An avid outdoorsman, he spent endless hours fishing and hunting with his boys, and spent most of his vacations camping with his family. He was a great Scoutmaster for many years as well, being a father-figure to a great many boys in the Carlisle area during the 70's. Gene and Bettye also loved traveling and spent much time in their retired years criss-crossing the United States in their motorhome. They also had the most beautiful back yard which was a sanctuary for them, especially in the later years of life. He touched the lives of so many and will be sorely missed. The LORD gives, and the LORD takes away. Blessed be the name of the LORD!

Relatives and friends are invited to his funeral service 2 PM Saturday, December 9, 2023 at Hoffman Funeral & Crematory Ltd., 2020 W. Trindle Road, Carlisle, where the family will greet guests after 1 PM.

Interment will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family.

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The Reverend Thomas Richard Rowett - March 19, 1932 - November 23, 2023

Departed: 11/23/2023 (Carlisle)

Obituary Preview: The Reverend Thomas Richard Rowett joined The Church Triumphant on November 23,

2023 at his home in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, with his surviving wife of 71 years at his side. Born on March 19, 1932 in Nanticoke, PA, he was the younger son of Flossie Pratt Rowett and Russell Rowett, a safety superintendent at a local coal mine. As a boy, Tom got into plenty of mischief, causing his mother no end of worry. But he survived his misadventures

and committed his life to Jesus Christ at a church-operated summer camp near Mill City, PA. Tom completed his education at Nyack College, located in Nyack, NY, where he met and married the love of his life, Laura Jeanette Moler Rowett, from Pittsburgh, PA. Tom was ordained into full-time pastoral ministry by The Christian and Missionary Alliance, of which he had been a member from his youth. He pastored congregations in several Western Pennsylvania communities, including Kitanning, Connellsville, Sterrettania and Meridian, then in Charlottesville, Virginia. In Greensboro, North Carolina, he oversaw the construction of a new church building in the city’s Pleasant Garden suburb and relocation of his congregation from their former downtown campus. There, he succeeded in having Guilford County rename the road on which the new church campus was located to Alliance Church Road. He returned to Western PA, and served in Aliquippa, then Sharon. His pastoral career culminated at Chapel Pointe, a retirement and elder care community in Carlisle, PA, where he was the chaplain. Following his retirement from full-time ministry,

he occasionally served as a supply preacher at area churches whose pastors were absent. In addition to his preaching skills, he had a strong, Welsh tenor singing voice and often

favored his congregations with vocal music solos or duets with his wife. When not engaged in pastoral duties, Tom enjoyed working with his hands. In his backyard shop, he amassed a sizable collection of power and hand tools, along with an endless assortment of hardware and fasteners. He was equally adept in furniture upholstery, rough and finish carpentry, electrical and plumbing work, and automotive repair. Everyone who knew Tom believed he could build or repair anything. That was mostly true, because he was willing to tackle almost any project, no matter what was required to complete it. Notable accomplishments include restyling and recovering a Queen Anne armchair, always known by his family as “the purple chair,” replacement of a two-story, stained-glass church window, construction of a small pony barn, and restorations of two used travel trailers, which accommodated his family on cross-country trips to destinations such as Orlando, FL and

Houston, TX. With the physical limitations of aging, Tom turned his maker-mentality to creating greeting cards on his computer and sending them to friends, family and acquaintances. He regarded this pastime as a ministry. Recipients who were encouraged and uplifted by his work would

agree.

As Tom’s life unfolded over the years, he acquired a wide range of interests and hobbies. Having played football in his youth, he was an avid fan of professional and college football, especially Penn State’s Nittany Lions. He also enjoyed automobile racing, from amateur dirt tracks, to NASCAR, to Indianapolis. Some of Tom’s interests were influenced by the locales where his ministry took him. In Connellsville, a Baltimore & Ohio Railroad town, he became interested in model railroading. In his later years, he took an interest in

photographing historic church buildings that dot the countryside around Carlisle. Tom was always a dog-lover, but his loyalty narrowed to collies with the arrival of Caesar, a tri-color collie puppy who grew up to be a gentle giant. Tom and his family shared life with several collies over time, and Dakota, a sable-and-white, was the last collie to join the family. At Chapel Pointe, Dakota became Tom’s canine “pastoral assistant,” lounging in Tom’s office every weekday, offering affection and comfort through the power of fur to residents who dropped by the office or during in-room visits. Until his last days, Tom

mourned the loss of Dakota. Predeceasing Tom were his parents, his older brother, Russell Rowett and his younger sister, Alice Rowett Pell. Surviving are his older sister, Flossie Rowett Lawson, and her sons, Thomas Lawson and David Lawson. Also surviving are Tom’s niece, Judith Rowett,

and nephews, Mark Pell and Jeffrey Pell. Every day, Tom prayed for every member of his family by name, who now survive him, including his son, Dale Thomas Rowett, his daughter, Cynthia Poe and her husband, Timothy Poe, and their children and grandchildren: Ryan Poe and his wife, Ashley Poe, and their sons, Mason and Everett; Sara Markham and her husband, David Markham, and their children, Mia and Zachary; Justin Poe and his wife, DeAnn Poe, and their sons, Asher and Isaac; Brandon Poe and his wife, Natalie Poe, and their daughter,

Felicity; Laura Edodoleon and her husband, Ervin Edodoleon. As we remember Tom Rowett, we conclude with the words of his signature sign-off at the end of every family telephone conversation: “Love you ... Bye for now.” ***** On December 8, 2023, a celebration of Tom Rowett’s life will be held at 11:00AM, preceded by a reception at 10:00AM, at Hoffman Funeral Home, 2020 W. Trindle Rd.,

Carlisle, PA 17013. Individuals who wish to honor Tom Rowett by making a charitable donation in lieu of flowers are invited to donate to the following: Carlisle First Church of God, 705 Glendale St., Carlisle, PA 17013, carlislecog.org; Christian & Missionary Alliance Missions, One Alliance Place, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068, secure.cmalliance.org/give/; or Rejoice in the Lord, Pensacola Christian College, P.O. Box 18000, Pensacola, FL 32523 www.rejoicetv.org/donate/

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Thomas J. Klingeman, II - June 09, 1947 - November 22, 2023

Departed: 11/22/2023 (Carlisle)

Obituary Preview: Thomas J. Klingeman, II, of Carlisle, passed away Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at Sarah A. Todd Memorial Home after declining health.

Thomas was born in Carlisle on June 9, 1947 to the late Thomas J. and Dorothy (Fuller) Klingeman.

He is survived by two sisters: Nancy Kuhn, her husband, Richard, of Boiling Springs and Vicki Klingeman, of Dillsburg and a nephew: Craig Kuhn, of Boiling Springs.

Thomas graduated from South Middleton High School and attended Shippensburg College. He was employed at the Naval Supply Depot in Mechanicsburg and was a radio DJ (Tom Jacobs) in Mahanoy City and Carlisle.

Relatives and friends are invited to his graveside service 3:00 PM Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at Westminster Memorial Gardens, Carlisle.

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Mary E. Burger - May 23, 1925 - November 21, 2023

Departed: 11/21/2023 (Carlisle)

Obituary Preview: Mary E. Burger, of Carlisle, passed away at Celebration Villa of Shippensburg on Tuesday, November 21 while surrounded by her loving family at the age of 98. She was the wife of the late Frank Burger. Born May 23, 1925 in Newville, she was the daughter of the late Orville E. and Mary Negly Peiper.

Mary graduated in 1941 from Carlisle High School, having been active in the music department and as an accompanyist for many young soloists in the area. She was an organist at the First Church of the Brethren for many years before transferring to Middlesex United Methodist Church where she directed youth and chancel choirs until retiring. She also helped establish and direct the Bell Choir. Recently, she was a member of Mount Rock United Methodist Church, Newville.

Mary also worked as a bookkeeper for several employers in retail over the years, and she loved music, enjoyed crafts and animals, and enjoyed oil painting and sewing. Above all else, she was completely devoted to her family; love of family was her utmost priority.

Mary is survived by a daughter Susan Lebo (Ronald), of Carlisle; and grandchildren Jesse Shatto, of Carlisle, and Joshua Lebo (Mikayla), of Selinsgrove. Nephew Mark Peiper, of New Cumberland; and several great nieces, great nephews, and great-great nieces and nephews also survive her.

In addition to her husband and parents, Mary was predeceased by brothers Martin Peiper (Reba), of Carlisle, and John Peiper (Theda), of New Cumberland. She was also predeceased by a niece Barbara Lebo (Joe), and a nephew, Dr. Christopher Peiper (Trisha), and twin great-grandbabies Jaxon and Jase Shatto.

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Carl Leslie Fraker - May 25, 1952 - November 20, 2023

Departed: 11/20/2023 (Carlisle)

Obituary Preview: Carl Leslie Fraker, age 71, of Carlisle, PA, passed away on Monday, November 20, 2023, at UPMC Harrisburg. He was born May 25, 1952, in Carlisle to the late William Andrew and Flora Anna (Downes) Fraker.

Carl served in the United States Air Force. After his military service, Carl began his 20-year career as an Over the Road Commercial Truck Driver, retiring in 2014. He was a member of First United Church of Christ in Carlise and enjoyed coaching baseball, football, and soccer.

He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Janice A. (Kepner) Fraker; sons David M. Fraker and family and Thomas C. Fraker and family. Carl is also survived by his sisters Phyllis J. Minnich and her husband William and Diane E. Harrold and her husband Dennis Potvin and brother James E. Fraker and wife Debra. In addition to his late parents, Carl was preceded in death by his brother William L. Fraker and foster sister Stella Smith.

Funeral services will be held at 12:30 PM on Monday, November 27, 2023, at the Hoffman Funeral Home & Crematory, 2020 W. Trindle Rd., Carlisle, PA 17013. Viewing will be held at the funeral home on Monday from 11:00 AM until service time. Entombment will be in Westminster Cemetery. To sign online guestbook, please visit www.HoffmanFH.com.

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Richard A. "Dick" Engle - June 24, 1932 - November 18, 2023

Departed: 11/18/2023 (Carlisle)

Obituary Preview: Richard A. “Dick” Engle, 91, of Mechanicsburg, passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on Saturday, November 18, 2023, at UPMC Carlisle.

He was born June 24, 1932, in Chicago, IL to the late Lawrence and Helen Bernice (Cole) Engle. Dick was the widower of Sally (Clegg) Engle who passed in 2008 after they enjoyed 54 years of marriage.

Dick attended Morgan Park Military Academy in Chicago. During his senior year he met Sally Clegg on a blind date. After a year apart at college, Sally joined Dick at Michigan State College (now University), and they were married in 1953. Dick was Air Force ROTC, and majored in journalism. They both graduated in 1953. While awaiting his orders he worked at the Lansing State Journal newspaper, then he was stationed at Ramstein Air Force Base in Germany, where he edited the Twelfth Air Force magazine and served as a General’s aid.

Their first daughter, Kimberly, was born in Germany. They returned to the US in 1957 and settled in Lansing, Michigan. Dick left active duty and joined the Air Force Reserves; he retired from the Air Force in 1972. Dick worked for Jepson-Murray Advertising Agency, then at Motor Wheel Corporation for over 35 years. Sally and Dick’s second daughter, Alison, was born in Lansing in 1958. That same year they built their house in River Ridge in Lansing where they lived until 1994.

Richard and Sally were active members of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Lansing, Michigan. Dick was Senior Warden and contributed his woodworking and business skills to many projects.

Avid sailors, Dick and Sally owned four boats over 40 years of sailing. Starting with a day sailor on inland Michigan lakes, to cruising boats on the Great Lakes, Gulf of Mexico, Atlantic Ocean and San Francisco Bay. They made lifelong friends at Muskegon Yacht Club and in their travels. Following retirement, they sold the house, and took the boat from Lake Michigan through Chicago, traveling south down the rivers to the Gulf of Mexico. For ten years they spent 6 months of the year sailing around Florida, and six months traveling the United States in an RV. One year they sailed up the intercostal waterways to the Chesapeake Bay. In 2004 they moved to Norton Shores, Michigan, while still spending 6 months in Florida on the boat every year.

Sally passed away in 2008, and in 2016 Dick moved to Pennsylvania near Kimberly. He enjoyed meeting new friends in his retirement community. We are grateful for his friendship with Karen Rockey, who made his final years happy.

He is survived by his two loving daughters, Kimberly E. (husband James) Laidler of Boiling Springs and Alison E. (husband Gregory) Blank of Menlo Park, CA; four grandchildren, Brendan J. (wife Lauren) Laidler of Las Vegas, NV, David R. Blank of Menlo Park, CA, Paige E. (husband Ethan) Lanious of Boiling Springs, and Christopher S. Blank of Omaha, NE; one sister-in-law, Carol Engle of Florida; and two Engle nephews, Paul (wife Lori) Engle of Massachusetts and Karl Engle of San Francisco, CA; Clegg family nieces and nephews: Pat Miner (husband Jim) Jolin, Steve Miner, David (wife Kris) Miner, Laura Bridges, Raymond (husband Jack Stevenson) Bridges, Thomas (wife Dorothy) Bridges, Randy (wife Joni) Rybicki, Ann (husband Barry) Rybicki Mills. In addition to his parents and his wife, Dick was preceded in death by his brother, David Cole Engle, and niece Elizabeth Rybicki.

A memorial service celebrating Dick’s life will be announced at a later date.

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Betty Jean Shatto - January 31, 1934 - November 16, 2023

Departed: 11/16/2023 (Carlisle)

Obituary Preview: Betty Jean Shatto, age 89, of Carlisle, PA, wife of the late Richard P. Shatto, passed away at her residence on Thursday, November 16, 2023. She was born in Carlisle, PA on January 31, 1934, to the late Norman L. Neff, Sr., and the late Miriam (Strause) Neff.

Betty was a 1951 graduate of Carlisle High School. She retired from Giant Food Store after 30 years working as a cashier. Betty was a member of First United Church of Christ for over 50 years and oversaw programs for Second Tuesday’ers. Betty was also a member of the Old Bellaire Chapter 375, Order of the Eastern Star, Cumberland-Carlisle AARP Chapter 4377, NARFE Chapter 373, Carlisle and the Ladies of Elks Lodge #578, Carlisle. She enjoyed reading, watching game shows on TV, going out to lunch every Friday with her friend Barb and talking on the phone with her children.

She is survived by her son Robert P. Shatto and his wife Michelle of Dillsburg, PA; daughters Nancy J. Sturm and her husband James of Carlisle, PA and Linda S. Martin of Millerstown, PA. She is also survived by her grandchildren Amber Smith, Derek Shatto, Mike Sturm, Mark Sturm, David Hippert and Timothy Hippert; great grandchildren Bryce Smith, Easton Smith, Chase Sturm, Taylor Sturm, Ryan Sturm and Alyssa Martson and great great grandchildren Carter and Ellison. In addition to her late husband and parents, Betty was preceded in death by her brother Norman L. Neff, Jr.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at the Hoffman Funeral Home & Crematory, 2020 W. Trindle Rd., Carlisle, PA 17013. Viewing will be held on Wednesday at the funeral home from 10:00 AM until service time. Interment will be in Cumberland Valley Memorial Gardens.

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Raymond A. McGeary - August 03, 1940 - November 14, 2023

Departed: 11/14/2023 (Carlisle)

Obituary Preview: Raymond A. McGeary, 83, passed away at home on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, surrounded by family.

He is survived by his loving wife Gay O. McGeary, son R. Jeffrey McGeary (Susan), grandchildren Olivia L. McGeary and Colton E. McGeary, daughter Meghan McGeary (Chih Kwang), and brother Clyde M. McGeary. His parents were Martha Harriet Mills McGeary and Charles Everett McGeary. He is predeceased by brothers K. Charles McGeary, Frank L. McGeary, Glenn E. McGeary, and sister Martha A. Pifer.

Ray, Class of ’62, graduated from Muskingum University with a bachelor’s degree in history and went on to receive his law degree from Duke University School of Law, Class of ’65.

He became a Trust & Estates banker and resided for many years in Sewickley, Pennsylvania before moving to Carlisle and spending time as the Director of Development for Dickinson School of Law.

In retirement, Ray enjoyed the study of history, antiques, books and clocks. He was a long-standing member of the National Association of Watch & Clock Collectors, Chapter 158. He served the community as a member of the Exchange Club, and as a member of the Cumberland County Historical Society.

A memorial gathering will be held at the Two Mile House, 1189 Walnut Bottom Road in Carlisle on Saturday, November 25th at 2 PM, followed by light refreshments from 3 - 5 PM. Friends and family are welcome. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to The Cumberland County Historical Society’s Two Mile House Fund: https://www.historicalsociety.com/product/tmh-fundraiser/

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Bonita "Bonnie" Romito - July 24, 1946 - November 13, 2023

Departed: 11/13/2023 (Carlisle)

Obituary Preview: Bonita “Bonnie” Romito, 77, of Carlisle, died Monday, November 13, 2023, at UPMC Carlisle.

Born in Mechanicsburg, she was the daughter of the late Russell and Marian (Cramer) Kipp and wife of the late Frank M. Romito, Jr., who passed away in 2021.

Bonnie worked for over 15 years at Harrisburg Auto Auction and for over 20 years at Silver Springs Speedway & Flea Market and Williams Grove Speedway as a security guard. She loved being at the races and the auction because she enjoyed meeting and talking to people.

Bonnie enjoyed reading and was a lifelong member of First United Methodist Church, Mechanicsburg.

She is survived by her daughter: Janelle Romito; four stepchildren and her brothers: Rick Kipp and Steve Kipp.

Bonnie was preceded in death by a son: Mike Kipp.

Relatives and friends are invited to her funeral service 6 PM Friday, November 17, 2023, at Hoffman Funeral Home & Crematory, 2020 W. Trindle Road, Carlisle, where the family will greet guests after 5 PM prior to the service.

Interment will be held privately at the convenience of the family.

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Helen Y. "Toodles" Bender - August 17, 1947 - November 13, 2023

Departed: 11/13/2023 (Carlisle)

Obituary Preview: Helen "Toodles" Bender, of Carlisle, passed away Monday, November 13 at Penn State Holy Spirit Medical Center at the age of 76 while surrounded by her loving family. Born in Carlisle, she was the daughter of the late James M. and Helen G. Moose Morrow. She was the loving wife of the late Donald L. Bender, Sr.

Helen worked as a customer service representative for the former United Telephone Company until her retirement.

She was a member of the VFW post 477 in Carlisle and was director of cheerleading for the Carlisle midget football program for 8 years. She was also a member of The Meeting House TMH Carlisle. Affectionately known by family and friends as "Toodles," she was a known Penn State, Indianapolis Colts, and New York Yankees fan. Additionally, she was a longtime devoted fan of Elvis Presley.

Surviving are a daughter Lynn Wolfe, of Carlisle; son William Wolfe Jr. (Donna), of Taipei, Taiwan; step-daughters Donna Eckman, of Lancaster County, Donna Thorson (Michael), of Newport News, VA, Sherry Guise, of Carlisle, Lisa Bender of Carlisle, and Jennifer Bender, of Jersey City, NJ; a step-son Donald Bender Jr., of Carlisle, and brothers James Morrow (Leona), of Baltimore, Maryland and William Morrow (Jeannie), of Newville, PA. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.

In addition to her husband and parents, Helen was predeceased by a son, Tony Lee Wolfe; brothers Ron and Deemer Morrow, Sr., and sister Shirley Enck.

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, November 20, 2023 at Hoffman Funeral Home & Crematory, 2020 W. Trindle Rd., Carlisle with the Rev. Richard Reese officiating. A visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery.

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Parker Gorsuch - November 13, 2023 - November 13, 2023

Departed: 11/13/2023 (Carlisle)

Obituary Preview: Parker Gorsuch departed this world on Monday, November 13, 2023, the same day he was born.

He leaves behind his loving parents, Cody Gorsuch and Ashley Goodyear of Mechanicsburg; his big sister, Paisley Gorsuch of Mechanicsburg; his paternal grandmother, Lisa Nieves of New Cumberland; his maternal grandfather, Heath Goodyear of Kersey; and numerous aunts and uncles.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. “Although you didn’t get to experience life, I believe you were too good for this world.“

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Marlin "Mark" Fisher - January 14, 1944 - November 06, 2023

Departed: 11/06/2023 (Carlisle)

Obituary Preview: Marlin “Mark” Fisher, of Carlisle, passed away Monday, November 6, 2023, at UPMC Harrisburg Hospital at the age of 79. Born in Andersonburg, Perry County, PA, he was the son of the late James W. and Mildred Shuman Fisher. He was the husband of Linda Hockenberry Fisher.

Marlin worked in automobile carpet manufacturing for the former CH Maslind & Co. in Carlisle prior to working in the shipping department for Quaker Oats until his retirement in 2001.

Marlin was a lifetime member of the Elks Lodge #578, and a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles #1299 since 1996, and Moose Lodge # 761 (all in Carlisle), along with the South Mountain American Legion Post #674 (Mount Holly Springs), and the Carlisle Club.

Marlin enjoyed hunting, particularly for deer and turkeys. He was an avid woodworker and craftsman, and he was a devoted friend to many who affectionately knew him as “Mark”. His wife Linda would like to acknowledge the love and support of “the kids” Stephanie McKee and Jesse McKee and Kelly Nelson (Brian).

Surviving with his wife are a Goddaughter, Mary Norris (John), of Mechanicsburg; two sisters, Melva Freeman of Shermansdale, PA and Joan Fisher of Blain, PA; a brother Wayne Fisher of Blain, PA; and a sister Alice Rice (John) of Loysville, PA. He is also survived by five nieces and three nephews. Two brothers, James Fisher and Robert Nesbit predeceased him.

Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 28, at the Hoffman Funeral Home & Crematory, 2020 W. Trindle Road, Carlisle, PA with the Rev. Richard Reese officiating. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family.

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Paul W. Baker - December 06, 1949 - November 04, 2023

Departed: 11/04/2023 (Carlisle)

Obituary Preview: Paul W. Baker, 73, of Boiling Springs, passed away on Saturday, November 4, 2023, at Penn State Hampden Hospital.

He was born December 6, 1949, in Carlisle to the late Jacob H. Sr. and Virginia P. (Adams) Baker. Paul was the widower of Nancy K. (Mountz) Baker to whom he was married for 41 years when she passed away in March of 2009.

Paul retired from the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission after 20 years of employment. His love for driving trucks led him to work for Crow Trucking in Elizabethtown and for Allen Distribution where he worked for the last 10 years and was still currently employed. Paul honorably served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam Era.  Paul was a very generous man who never denied a request for help or passed by someone who seemed to be in need.

He is survived by one brother Jacob H. Baker Jr. of Carlisle; and eight nieces and nephews, Laverne Baker Jr., Jeffrey Baker, Edward Baker, Cherie Marie McDowell, Lynette Lively, Christopher Baker, Vonda K. Baker, and Stephen E. Myers. In addition to his parents and his loving wife, Paul was preceded in death by two brothers, William Baker and Laverne Baker Sr.; one sister, Emma L. Yocum; and one sister-in-law, Audrey L. Baker.

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Eugene W. Chestnut - June 12, 1949 - November 03, 2023

Departed: 11/03/2023 (Carlisle)

Obituary Preview: Eugene W. Chestnut, “Gassy”, 74, of Newville, died Friday, November 3, 2023, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Carlisle, he was the son of the late Fred and Gloria (Foster) Chestnut and the husband of 30 years to Cindy (Wright) Chestnut.

Gene was a car fanatic. He was not only a top-notch mechanic and bodywork specialist, he enjoyed racing as well. Involved in drag racing, Gene won many trophies. #87 could also be found racing stock cars.

What brought Gene the most joy was his family. He loved spending time with his wife, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

In addition to his wife, Gene is survived by his son: Douglas Chestnut, his wife, Christine; his daughters: Bonnie Hummel, her husband, Whalen, Tiah McKee, her husband, Brett, Mandy Mixell, her husband, Johnny; his grandchildren: Cassidy Mcleaf, her husband, Mark, Nickolas Chestnut, Cecelia Zukauckas, her husband, Zachary, Billie Heishman, her husband, Dalton, Drew and Coral McKee, Kayla Kennedy, her fiancé, Kyle, Jayden Mixell; his five great grandchildren: Carter, Carly, Carmen, Drake and Teagan; his brother: Larry Chestnut and his sisters: Maxine Shearer, her husband, Cliff, Cindy Knarr and Charlene Thorson, her husband, Greg.

Gene was preceded in death by his great granddaughter: Everleigh Grace Rhoads.

Relatives and friends are invited to his funeral service 1 PM Thursday, November 9, 2023 at Hoffman Funeral Home & Crematory, 2020 W, Trindle Road, Carlisle, where the family will greet guests after 11 AM prior to the service.

Interment will be held privately at the convenience of the family.

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Helen C. Warrington - October 29, 1922 - November 03, 2023

Departed: 11/03/2023 (Carlisle)

Obituary Preview: Helen C. Warrington, age 101, wife of the late Robert W. Warrington, of Mechanicsburg, PA, passed away on Friday, November 3, 2023, at Bethany Village Retirement Center. She was born October 29, 1922, in Milton, PA to the late Allen and Marguerite (Kaiser) Cromis.

Helen was a woman of God and devout member of St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church in Carlisle, PA. She was very active in church activities including bible studies. Helen retired from HACC after over 20 years working as an administrative assistant and was previously employed as a medical transcriptionist with Geisinger Medical Center. Helen was an avid bridge player, enjoyed reading, shopping, hiking, bowling, and traveling extensively oversees and throughout the United States.

She is survived by her daughter Carol A. Woods of Carlisle and grandchildren Bonnie Orwan of Harrisburg and Timothy Hoffman of Carlisle. Helen is also survived by her great grandchildren Bryan Ritter (Adrian) of Stanley, NC, and Jordyn Gray (Joseph) of Baltimore, MD and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her late parents, Helen was preceded in death by her sisters Dorothy Losch and Allene Krum.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00 PM on Friday, November 10, 2023, at St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, 201 W. Louther St., Carlisle, PA 17013. Viewing will be held at the church on Friday from 11:00 AM until service time. Interment will take place at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens in Harrisburg. Everyone is invited to a time of fellowship at Living Water Community Church, 206 Oakleigh Ave, Harrisburg, PA 17111 immediately following the interment. Anyone not able to attend the burial may proceed directly to the Living Water Community Church.

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Dennis L. Snyder - September 27, 1950 - November 01, 2023

Departed: 11/01/2023 (Carlisle)

Obituary Preview: Dennis L. Snyder, 73, of Carlisle, died Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Carlisle, he was the son of the late Lloyd and Wilma (Beam) Snyder and the loving husband of 49 years to Judy (Sheaffer) Snyder.

Dennis enjoyed gardening and working on and driving his 1949 Ford tractor, which he had from his youth. He also loved his pets and enjoyed spending time down at the Outer Banks.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughter: Kim Landvater, her husband, Adam, of Liverpool; his son: Eric Snyder, his wife, Melissa, of Duncannon; his grandchildren: Brenden George, of South Carolina, Killiann George, of Virginia, Raegan Landvater and Jacob Landvater, both of Liverpool, Dylan Snyder and Zoe Snyder, both of Duncannon; his sister: Debbie Kaempf, her husband, Doug, of Maryland and his brother: Daniel Snyder, of Mt. Holly.

Dennis was preceded in death by his sister: Darlene Schwartz.

Relatives and friends are invited to his funeral service 11 AM Monday, November 6, 2023 at Hoffman Funeral Home & Crematory, 2020 W. Trindle Rd., Carlisle, where the family will greet guests after 10 AM prior to the service. Interment will follow the service in Goodyear Cemetery, Gardners.

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James E. Wagner, Jr. - July 10, 1960 - November 01, 2023

Departed: 11/01/2023 (Carlisle)

Obituary Preview: Ripple In Still Water Reach out your hand If your cup be empty If your cup is full May it be again Let it be known There is a fountain That was not made by the hands of men There is a road No simple highway Between the dawn and the dark of night And if you go No one may follow That path is for your steps alone You who choose to lead must follow But if you fall, you fall alone If you should stand then whose to guide you If I knew the way, I would take you home

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Hoffman Funeral Home & Crematory offers a wide range of services to meet the unique needs of each family they serve. From traditional funerals and memorial services to cremations and celebrations of life, their experienced staff will work with you to create a personalized tribute that honors your loved one's memory.

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Hoffman Funeral Home & Crematory is committed to giving back to the community they serve. Through their involvement in local charities and organizations, they strive to make a positive impact on the lives of those around them.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and other biographical information. It may also include details about their life, accomplishments, and surviving family members.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to share news of a person's passing with friends, family, and community members. They provide an opportunity to celebrate the person's life, share memories, and offer condolences to those who are grieving.

Who writes an obituary?

Typically, a family member or close friend writes an obituary, although it can also be written by a funeral home or other professional service. The writer should have personal knowledge of the deceased and be able to provide accurate information.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary includes the person's name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, hobbies, and surviving family members. It may also include details about their life, achievements, and any notable accomplishments.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary, but it's generally recommended to keep it concise and focused on the most important information. Aim for 1-2 paragraphs at most.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

Yes, many newspapers and online obituary platforms allow you to include one or more photos with the obituary. This can help make the notice more personal and meaningful.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper?

Contact the newspaper's obituary department directly to inquire about their submission process and any specific requirements they may have. Be prepared to provide the written obituary and any accompanying photos.

Can I write my own obituary in advance?

Yes, some people choose to write their own obituary in advance as a way to have control over how they are remembered. This can also be a therapeutic exercise in reflecting on one's life and accomplishments.

What is the difference between an obituary and a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of a person's passing, usually including only the basic facts such as name, age, and date of death. An obituary is a more detailed and personalized tribute to the person's life.

Can I include humor or anecdotes in an obituary?

Absolutely! Obituaries don't have to be somber or serious. Including humorous stories or anecdotes can help capture the person's personality and spirit.

How do I handle sensitive or private information in an obituary?

Be respectful and considerate when deciding what information to include in an obituary. Avoid sharing sensitive or private details that may be painful or embarrassing to others.

Can I include charitable donations or memorial information in an obituary?

Yes, many families choose to include information about charitable donations or memorial funds in lieu of flowers. This can be a meaningful way to honor the person's memory.

What if I need to make corrections to an already-published obituary?

Contact the newspaper or online platform where the obituary was published as soon as possible to request corrections. They will guide you through their process for making changes.

How long does it take for an obituary to be published?

The publication timeline varies depending on the newspaper or online platform. Some may publish immediately, while others may take several days or even weeks.

Can I republish an obituary at a later date?

Yes, it's possible to republish an obituary on anniversaries or special occasions. Check with the original publication or online platform for their policies on republication.

Are online obituaries permanent?

Most online obituaries are archived permanently and remain accessible for years to come. However, it's always a good idea to check with the specific platform for their archiving policies.

Can I create a digital archive of my loved one's obituary?

Yes, many online platforms offer digital archiving options or allow you to save a copy of the obituary as a PDF or image file.

How do I find an old obituary from years ago?

You can try searching online archives, contacting local libraries or genealogical societies, or reaching out to the newspaper where the obituary was originally published.

Can I use social media to share an obituary?

Absolutely! Social media can be a powerful tool for sharing news of a loved one's passing and connecting with others who want to pay their respects.

What if I'm unsure about what to say in an obituary?