Obituaries

Warren E. Plymale

Warren E. Plymale

Jul 14, 2023

Warren Edward Plymale, 73, of Carlisle, departed this earthly life Friday, July 14, 2023 at his residence.

Born in Endicott, New York, he was the son of the late Allen and Katrina (Harris) Plymale and the husband of 53 years to Laurie (Lee) Plymale.

Warren served in the US Navy during the Vietnam War.

He worked for 18 years for the Pennsylvania Dept....

Jimmie R. Foster

Jimmie R. Foster

Jul 13, 2023

Jimmie Ray Foster, 80, of Carlisle, died Thursday, July 13, 2023 at his residence.

Born in Huntingdon, PA he was the son of the late Oliver and Marguerite (Beasom) Foster and the husband of 57 years to Rosemary (Buckus) Foster.

Jimmie served in the US Army Reserves and the Pennsylvania National Guard.

He graduated from Indiana University of Pennsylvania with a degree in...

Zacherie C. Miller

Zacherie C. Miller

Jul 11, 2023

On July 11, 2023, Zac Miller (Cordy) of Carlisle, PA passed away at the age of 26 years. He left behind not just family, but an abundance of friends.

Zac worked at Applebee’s as a line cook, which he enjoyed. He had a love of Pokémon, Xbox and just living life as he wanted.

Zac had a heart of gold and would...

Joyce  H.  Mumper

Joyce H. Mumper

Jul 9, 2023

Joyce H. Mumper, 89, of Carlisle, passed away on Sunday, July 9, 2023, at her home.

She was born December 16, 1933, in Carlisle to the late John J. and Evelyn (Walters) Hess. Joyce was the widow of William L. Mumper who passed away in 1981.

She was a 1951 graduate of Boiling Springs High School. Joyce was formerly employed by the...

Kirk D. Stimeling

Kirk D. Stimeling

Jul 6, 2023

Kirk D. Stimeling, 62, of Carlisle, passed away on July 6, 2023, at Claremont Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

He was born November 28, 1960, in Aberdeen, MD to the late Joseph A. Stimeling Sr. and Nancy L. (Mowery) Fahnestock. He was also the stepson of the late Kenneth Fahnestock.

Kirk was a 1980 graduate of Carlisle High School. He previously worked at...

Marie  Chamberlin Jackson  Goodhart

Marie Chamberlin Jackson Goodhart

Jul 6, 2023

Marie Chamberlin Jackson Goodhart, 99, of Carlisle, passed away, on Thursday, July 6, 2023, at her residence with her loving family by her side.

She was born August 25, 1923, in Shippensburg to the late Adam and Benita (Fogelsanger) Chamberlin.

Marie was a longtime member of Mt. Rock United Methodist Church where she sang in the choir and served as the church...

Eric L. Pechart

Eric L. Pechart

Jul 4, 2023

Eric Pechart, 76, of Huntsdale, died Tuesday, July 4, 2023 at his residence.

Born in Carlisle, he was the son of the late Paul and Beaulah (Houck) Pechart

Eric worked for over 30 years in the maintenance department at Claremont Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, retiring in 2006.

Eric lived a simple and peaceful life, mostly at home. He enjoyed football, baseball and his...

Theresa  A.  Jones

Theresa A. Jones

Jul 3, 2023

Theresa A. Jones, 65, of Carlisle and formerly of Philadelphia, passed away on Monday, July 3, 2023, at UPMC Carlisle.

She was born September 21, 1957, in Philadelphia to the late Eugene and Stella R. (Sefleris) Logue.

Theresa was a movie buff and she enjoyed cooking. Her passion for cooking led her to pursue a career as a cook. She cooked wonderful...

Donald  C.  Ellis

Donald C. Ellis

Jul 3, 2023

Donald C. Ellis, 88, of Carlisle, passed away on Monday, July 3, 2023, at UPMC Carlisle.

He was born January 20, 1935, in Chattanooga, TN to the late Robert and Claudia (Riddle) Ellis. Don was the widower of Dorothy M. (Rende) Ellis who passed away in 2016.

Don honorably served his country in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. He was...

Janice Corfield Hays

Janice Corfield Hays

Jul 3, 2023

Janice Corfield Hays passed away on July 3rd at the age of 83. She is preceded in death by her husband Raphael Smead Hays II and her son Edward Gardner Hays II.

Jan was born May 13, 1940, to the late Ruth and John Corfield and was raised in Pittsburgh, PA. She graduated from Penn State University and sang with the...

Britton R. Englander

Britton R. Englander

Jul 2, 2023

Britton R. Englander passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully, at his home.

Born November 10, 1952, he was preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Vivian (Rice) Englander.

Britton was a 1971 graduate of Carlisle High School and attended Williamsport Area Community College where he received a degree in machine/tool and dye making.

He had a great passion for music, especially Jazz and...

Diane  M.  Hagan

Diane M. Hagan

Jul 1, 2023

Diane M. Hagan, 74, of Newville, passed away on Saturday, July 1, 2023, at Green Ridge Village.

She was born May 11, 1949, in Cleveland, OH to the late George and June (Palmer) Kopin.

Diane loved animals, dragons, horror movies, and crocheting. She worked for many years as a CNA in area nursing homes until she eventually retired from Forrest Park Nursing...

Sean Michael Carr

Sean Michael Carr

Jun 29, 2023

Sean Michael Carr, 38, passed away on June 29, 2023, at his residence. He was born on October 29, 1984, to George W. and Marie A. (Albert) Carr. In addition to his parents, Sean is survived by his siblings: Joseph D. Carr, Heather M. (husband Chris) Steinour of Arizona, and Michelle Carr (husband Steve) Go of California; his nieces and...

Richard L. Shultz, Sr.

Richard L. Shultz, Sr.

Jun 26, 2023

Richard “Rib” Lee Shultz Sr.

Born June 9, 1947 in Shermans Dale, PA to John and Esther “Claira” (Dick) Shultz, “Rib” passed away June 26, 2023 at UPMC West Shore Hospital with his wife and sons by his side.

Richard is survived by his wife of 39 years, Eva (Sholly) Shultz, 4 sons: Chad (Tiffany) Herron, Richard A. Shultz, Christopher (Angela) Shultz,...

Diane  L. Schindler

Diane L. Schindler

Jun 22, 2023

Diane L Schindler, age 69, of Carlisle, PA passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday June 22, 2023. She was born in Oakland, California on June 1, 1954.

Diane loved sports, especially baseball and football, and could be found at the softball field supporting her daughter and teammates on any given night. She was a longtime member of the Fraternal...

Arthur  Stearns  Heller

Arthur Stearns Heller

Jun 16, 2023

Art Heller was a humble, godly man with great wisdom and a deep faith in God.

A member of West Shore Free Church in Mechanicsburg, Art served in children's ministry with the 1-to 2-year-olds. He built relationships with homeless people he would see regularly in his community, taking time to talk, learn about them, bring them food, and share the gospel....

Eugene S. Schlosnagle

Eugene S. Schlosnagle

Jun 16, 2023

Eugene S. Schlosnagle, 101, of Green Ridge Village, Newville, Pennsylvania, passed away on June 16, 2023. The middle child of Howard and Maude Spoerlein Schlosnagle, Gene, along with his five brothers and five sisters, was raised on a farm in Accident, Maryland.

Gene’s formal education began in a one-room schoolhouse, featured a high school graduating class of 21 students, and was...

Ethel  M. Barnett

Ethel M. Barnett

Jun 14, 2023

Ethel M. Barnett, age 83, of Carlisle, PA, wife of the late Charles M. Barnett, Jr., passed away on Wednesday, June 14, 2023. She was born in Hampden Township, PA on December 25, 1939, to the late Harry E. and Z. Ellen (Baitsell) Lichtenberger.

Ethel was a longtime member of Great Hope Baptist Church in Carlisle, PA. She enjoyed reading, gardening,...

Carl R. Stone

Carl R. Stone

Jun 14, 2023

Carl R. Stone, 65, of Carlisle, died Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at UPMC Harrisburg.

Born in Carlisle, he was the son of the late Clayton and Nancy (Marston) Stone.

Carl proudly served in the US Marine Corps.

He enjoyed riding his bike and liked to collect all kinds of stuff.

Carl was an active member with the Fraternal Order of Eagles, the Moose Lodge,...

William R. Kennedy

William R. Kennedy

Jun 11, 2023

William R. Kennedy, 82, of Carlisle, died Sunday, June 11, 2023 at Forest Park Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Carlisle.

Born in Blain, he was the son of the late Russell Kennedy (Mary) and the late Dorothy Kline (Charlie) and the husband of 59 years to Jackie (Wise) Kennedy.

William enjoyed bowling, golfing and hunting.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by...