Obituaries
Dr. Marion N. Johnston
Jun 15, 2017
Dr. Marion N. Johnston, age 96, of Carlisle, passed away Thursday, June 15, 2017 at Chapel Point at Carlisle.Dr. Marion was born in Michigan on September 30, 1920, as the eldest child of Glenn C. Northup (MI) and Irma Chiroux (Paris, France). She grew up in Lisbon, Ohio and dreamed of becoming a medical missionary pediatrician. She accomplished her dream,...
Lucille C. Shelley
Jun 14, 2017
The family of Lucille C. Shelley sadly announces her death on Wednesday, June 14, 2017 at Cumberland Crossings, Carlisle, PA at the beautiful age of 98 years.She was born November 26, 1918 in Wyomissing, PA to the late Nathan and Emma (Moser) Corrigan and was the widow of Dr. William L. Shelley.Lucy loved her community and quietly served many organizations-Meals...
Eugene J. "Gene" Gaughan
Jun 13, 2017
Eugene J. “Gene” Gaughan, age 84, of Carlisle, passed away Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at the Carlisle Regional Medical Center.He was born November 8, 1932 in Olyphant, PA to the late James S. and Mary (Stanton) Gaughan.Gene retired from the PA State Police as a Corporal after 34 years of dedicated service. He was a graduate of the PA State...
Charles L. Nickel
Jun 12, 2017
Charles Lee (Nick) Nickel, age 89, of Carlisle, entered his Heavenly home on June 12, 2017 at Chapel Pointe at Carlisle.He was born June 20, 1927 in Kerrsville to the late Charles F. and Florence Rebecca Jane (Stoner) Nickel and was the widower of Betty Elizabeth (Golden) Nickel who passed December 31, 2016. They had been married for 68 years.Charlie...
Carol A. Ramp
Jun 11, 2017
Carol A. Ramp, age 68, of Carlisle, passed away Sunday, June 11, 2017 at her residence in Silver Spring Township.She was born February 13, 1949 in Gettysburg, PA to the late Charles and Katherine (Ridinger) Stevens.A 1967 Big Spring High School graduate, Carol went on to work as a manager at both Farmers Trust and Orrstown Bank. In her spare...
Norma Elaine Gayman
Jun 10, 2017
Norma E. Gayman, age 89, passed away on Saturday, June 10, 2017, at Chapel Pointe of Carlisle. She was born October 12, 1927, in Newville, Pennsylvania, to the late Raymond and Devona (Moffit) Heberlig.Norma was a graduate of Big Spring High School. Norma and her classmates never failed to gather annually to celebrate their reunions. She was a homemaker for...
Joyce E. Durham
Jun 8, 2017
Joyce E. Durham, age 69, of Shermans Dale, passed away Thursday, June 08, 2017 at the Life Care Hospital, Mechanicsburg. She was born April 13, 1948 in Carlisle to the late Elmer W. and Mae (Barrick) Zeigler and was the widow of Robert E. Durham, Sr. who passed October 6, 2012. They had been married for 44 years. Joyce had...
Carl W. Blumanstock
Jun 8, 2017
Carl W. Blumanstock, age 83, of Carlisle, passed away Thursday, June 8, 2017 at the Thornwald Home.He was born August 31, 1933 to the late Miller and Viola (Brady) Blumanstock and was the widower of Ruth (Adams) Blumanstock who passed away January 24, 2007.Carl honorably served his country in the Army during the Korean Conflict.He is survived by: three sons,...
Holbert R. Keck
Jun 7, 2017
Holbert R. Keck, age 86, of Carlisle, passed away Wednesday, June 7, 2017 at the Carlisle Regional Medical Center. He was born December 25, 1930 in Carlisle to the late Howard J. and Elenora R. (Gitt) Keck. Holbert was formerly employed by Bedford Shoe, Carlisle Tire and Wheel, Jessie Donnely’s Garage, Columbia Minerva Yarn, Vaulk Manufacturing, Inc., Carlisle Container and...
Joyce J. Mcclure
Jun 5, 2017
Joyce J. McClure, age 93, of Carlisle, passed away Monday, June 5, 2017 at the Sarah A. Todd Memorial Home, Carlisle.She was born October 5, 1923 in Philadelphia to the late Clarence and Winifred (Jeffrey) Jenkins.Joyce was active in the Methodist church and the United Methodist Women. She loved her cats but especially loved spending time with her family.She is...
Martha A. Albright
Jun 4, 2017
Martha A. Albright, age 82, of Carlisle, passed away Sunday, June 4, 2017 in her home. She was born October 6, 1934 in Doubling Gap to the late George and Florence (Bouder) Miller.She is survived by: her husband of 53 years, John M. Albright, Jr.; two children, James D. (wife Lynda) Reiber IV of Carlisle, and Diane (husband Barry) Gordon...
Harold Lloyd Anderson
Jun 4, 2017
Harold Lloyd Anderson, age 74, of Carlisle, passed away Sunday, June 4, 2017 at the Church of God Home, Carlisle with his loving family at his side.He was born August 12, 1942 in Bedford, PA to the late Joseph W. and Mildred Virginia (Nave) Anderson.Harold attended Bedford Area High School. He was a truck driver for over 40 years. He...
Samuel J. Good, Jr.
Jun 4, 2017
Samuel J. Good, Jr., age 90, of Carlisle, passed away Sunday, June 4, 2017 at his home with his loving family by his side.He was born January 7, 1927 in Robesonia, PA to the late Samuel J. and Helen I. (Fischer) Good, Sr., and was the widow of Dorothy L. (Schwartz) Good.Samuel retired from Daily Express Trucking after 30 years...
Paul H. Gutshall
May 28, 2017
Paul H. “Doc” Gutshall, age 86, of Carlisle, passed away Sunday, May 28, 2017 at the Carlisle Regional Medical Center.He was born August 7, 1930 in Carlisle to the late Edward M. and Fannie (Weary) Gutshall.Doc served his country honorably in the Marines during the Korean War. He enjoyed bowling, hunting and was involved in the Boy Scouts program at...
Rebecca "Becky" Bush
May 26, 2017
Rebecca “Becky” Bush, 76, of Carlisle, died Friday, May 26, 2017 at the Carolyn Croxton Slane Hospice Residence, Harrisburg.Becky was born July 14, 1940 in Meadville to the late Homer and Hannah Brown Prusia.In her free time, she enjoyed reading, crocheting, camping and fishing, but her greatest joy came from her family. Becky will be remembered as a hard worker...
Rev. Sharonn D. Halderman
May 24, 2017
Rev. Sharonn D. Halderman, age 75, of Boiling Springs, passed away Wednesday, May 24, 2017, at M.S. Hershey Medical Center with her loving family at her side.She was born June 18, 1941, in Wiseman’s Run, Doddridge County, WV to the late Berlin D. and Helen (Wakefield) Davis.Pastor Sharonn served as United Methodist Clergy for 32 years, becoming Licensed to Preach...
Winnifred V. B. Beam
May 24, 2017
Winnifred V. B. Beam, age 87, of Carlisle, passed away Wednesday, May 24, 2017 at Cumberland Crossings.She was born September 16, 1929 in Roxbury to the late Paul and Pearl (Jones) Beecher and was the widow of Calvin A. Beam, Sr.Winnifred was previously employed by the Valley Baking Company, Leader Nursing Home and the Musselman Canning factory. She was a...
Wilma B. Prescott
May 24, 2017
Wilma B. Prescott, 93, of Carlisle, PA, passed away on Wednesday, May 24, 2017, at Cumberland Crossings with her loving family by her side.She was born on July 13, 1923 in Adelphia, NJ. Wilma attended Dickinson College where she played first violin with the orchestra and was elected Homecoming Queen. She graduated in 1945 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Philosophy....
Col. Pearl Eleanor Tucker, Usaf (Ret.)
May 22, 2017
Col. Tucker passed away on May 22nd at Claremont Nursing Home in Carlisle, PA. Pearl had a special kindness and a wonderful sense of humor. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her, especially her nieces and nephews, Jennifer Ferry and husband Jack Ferry of Marysville, PA, Kathleen Jones, of Mechanicsburg, PA, Robert Feldman of Lake Ariel, PA,...
Peggy Jean Tyndall
May 21, 2017
Peggy Jean Tyndall, age 63, of Newville, passed away Sunday, May 21, 2017 at her home.She was born September 30, 1953 in Washington, DC to Louise (Sacra) (husband Charlie) Cairns of Chambersburg and the late Royce East. Peggy was formerly employed by the Department of Defense and currently worked in the Fulfillment Center at Office Max. She enjoyed crafts, reading...