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Fernando Cotto Rojas
Feb 12, 2025
Fernando Cotto Rojas, 75, of Shippensburg, PA passed away Wednesday February 12, 2025 at the UMPC Carlisle Hospital. Born January 29, 1950 in Maranjito, Puerto Rico, he was the son of the late Nandin Cotto and Petrona Rojas.
He is survived by his loving wife Blanca (Vazquez) Cotto and his son Miguel Cotto.
Fernando had a big heart and was a very...
James Thomas
Feb 10, 2025
James Thomas, 77, of Aspers, PA passed away Monday, February 10, 2025. Born September 9, 1947 in Gettysburg, PA, he was the son of the late Zell and Anna (Eyler) Thomas.
James graduated at Biglerville High School in 1965, the went to a trade school finishing in 1968.
He worked construction for nine years then met Thelma and married her. After that...
Evelyn Lorene Montgomery
Feb 9, 2025
Evelyn Lorene Montgomery, born on May 2, 1952, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2025, at the age of 72. Evelyn was preceded in death by her beloved son, Ervin Ray Barnes, born in 1972 and departed in 2000.
She leaves behind her cherished sons, Paul A. Krygier Jr. and his wife Melissa Krygier, and Shawn Sonifrank and his wife Stephanie...
Timothy Jamerson
Feb 9, 2025
Timothy Jamerson, 63, of Chambersburg, PA passed away Sunday February 9, 2025 at his residence. Born July 31, 1962 in Ocala Florida, he was the son of the late Woodrow and Essie May (Jones) Jamerson.
He is survived by three children; Demetrius Jamerson of North Dakota, Deshane Rogers of Colorado, and Sarai Jamerson (Townsend) of Utah.
Arrangements are entrusted by SimpleChoice Cremation...
Carmen Colon
Feb 7, 2025
Carmen Luz Colon, of Chambersburg, PA passed away on February 7, 2025.
She was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witness.
Arrangements are entrusted to SimpleChoice Cremation Services Inc. of Chambersburg. Online condolences may be expressed at www.simple-choicecremation.com.
Michael E. DeRogatis
Feb 6, 2025
Michael E. DeRogatis, 74, of Shady Side, MD passed away Thursday, February 6, 2025 in Paramount Senior Living Facility, Fayetteville, PA. Born January 19, 1951 in Newark, NJ he was the son of the late Samuel and Joanne (Snyderman) DeRogatis.
He was a graduate of Our Lady of Mercy High School with the Class of 1968. He also went on to...
John L. Deitzel
Feb 6, 2025
John L. Deitzel, 78, if Chambersburg, PA passed away Thursday, February 6, 2025 peacefully at the Chambersburg Hospital. Born April 9, 1946 in Chambersburg, he was the son of the late George and Rose Deitzel.
He is survived by the love of his life Sandra (Lehman) Deitzel.
Arrangements are entrusted to SimpleChoice Cremation Services Inc. Chambersburg PA. Online condolences may be expressed...
Theodore Leo Bassetti
Jan 26, 2025
Theodore Leo Bassetti, 81, of Shippensburg, PA passed away Sunday, January 26, 2025 at the Mercy House of Chambersburg. Born October 24, 1943 in Baltimore, MD, he was the son of the late Leo and Rena (Fratta) Bassetti.
He is survived by a son, Ted Bassetti; a daughter, Dawn Kiel; and a niece Michele B. Merenbloom who was like a daughter...
Marilyn H. North
Jan 23, 2025
Marilyn Hopler North, 89 was called home in the afternoon hours on January 23, 2025. Born on July 24, 1935, Marilyn lived a life full of adventures and travel. Living in many different states throughout her life, Marilyn returned to Chambersburg, PA where she called home. She is survived by her daughter, Kimberly Summers Brunk and Mark; grandchildren, Joe Summers...
Jeffrey Rhone
Jan 15, 2025
Jeffrey Rhone, 65, of Waynesboro, PA passed away Wednesday, January 15, 2025 in UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA. Born June 9, 1959 in Waynesboro, he was the son of the late Robert W. Rhone, Sr. and Gladys M. (Butler) Rhone.
Jeff had a vast love of music and was a great singer and song writer. He was employed by Mack/Volvo for...
Randall S. Kepner
Jan 12, 2025
Randall “Randy” Sweigert Kepner, 73, of Edenville, PA entered into the presence of the Lord on January 12, 2025. Randy passed away at Transitions HealthCare at the Shook Home after a 5-month illness. He was born on April 8, 1951 in Chambersburg, PA to the late Harry Warren and Francis (Sweigert) Kepner.
He graduated from Chambersburg Area High School in 1969...
Tony M. Schildt
Jan 11, 2025
Tony M Schildt, 67, of Chambersburg, PA passed away Saturday, January 11, 2025 at the Gardens of Gettysburg. Born August 25, 1957 in Thurmont, MD he was the son of the late James and Jean (Loudon) Schildt and also was raised by the late Charles “Chuck” Loudon.
Tony was a self-employed electrician and contractor. He loved collecting coins, listening to Elvis,...
Kim R. Kissner
Jan 8, 2025
Kim R. Kissner, 64 of Fayetteville, PA passed away surrounded by loved ones Wednesday, Jan 8th, 2025 at WellSpan York Hospital. Born May 27th, 1960 in Somerset, PA she was the daughter of (the late) Robert and (surviving) Betty (Wentzel) Kissner.
She is survived by two daughters and their husbands; Renee Kelly, Mercersburg, PA and Brandi Simon, Tucson, AZ. Kim has...
Wayne E. Moody
Jan 3, 2025
Wayne E. Moody, 73, of Chambersburg, PA passed away Friday, January 3, 2025 at the York WellSpan Hospital. Born May 17, 1951 in Gardiner, Maine, he was the son of the late Clyde and Marcia (Hinckley) Moody. In addition to his parents he was most recently proceeded in death by his beloved wife of 42 years Tina L. Moody.
Wayne is...
Aaron Keith Royster
Jan 2, 2025
Aaron Keith Royster, 60, of Chambersburg, PA passed away Thursday, January 2, 2025 at the UPMC Community Osteopathic Hospital in Harrisburg. Born June 21, 1964 in Newark NJ, he was the son of the late Samuel Jr. and Edith (Martin) Royster.
Aaron is survived by his daughter; Taryn Royster of Carlisle PA brother Brian Royster of Newark NJ.
Arrangements are entrusted to...
Patti Lou Kirkner
Dec 27, 2024
Patti Lou Kirkner, 68, of Waynesboro PA passed away Friday December 27, 2024 at the Chambersburg Hospital. Born December 8, 1956 in Lewistown PA, she was the daughter of the late Ronald and Betty (Wagner) Carstetter.
She is survived by five children. Jason Kirkner, Lisa Lindsley, Jessica Kirkner, Seth Kirkner and Amanda Keefer.
Arrangements are entrusted to SimpleChoice Cremation Services Inc. of...
Muhammad Dickson
Dec 23, 2024
Our family regretfully announces the passing of Muhammad Dickson, 12, of Chambersburg, PA who tragically left us on Monday December 23, 2024 at the Children’s Hershey Medical Center, Hershey PA. Born August 24, 2012 he was the son of Latrisha Thomas and the late Shane Dickson.
Muhammad brought immeasurable joy and light to his family and everyone that knew him. Though...
Michael L. Tinsley
Dec 22, 2024
Michael L. Tinsley, 63, of Waynesboro, PA passed away Sunday December 22, 2024 at the Waynesboro Hospital. Born April 21, 1961 in Quonset Point Rhode Island, he was the son of Audrey (O’Neal) Tinsley and the late Ellis Tinsley
In addition to his mother, he is survived by a daughter; Danielle Tinsley Baltimore Md.
Arrangements are entrusted to SimpleChoice Cremation Services Inc....
Richard R. Swanger
Dec 21, 2024
Richard R. Swanger (Dick), born on July 19, 1937, in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania, passed away at the age of 87 on December 21, 2024. He was a cherished member of his community and attended Falling Spring Presbyterian Church.
Dick graduated from CASHs. He worked at Corning Glass from 1959 to 1961 before embarking a 37-year tenure as a shift supervisor in the...
Rhonda L. Young
Dec 20, 2024
Rhonda L Young, 61, of Chambersburg PA passed away Friday December 20 2024 at the Chambersburg Hospital. Born July 24, 1963 in Altoona PA, she was the daughter of the late Thomas Miles and Raoda Jane (Bougher) Benner.
Rhonda is survived by three siblings; Timberly Benner of Chambersburg, Thomas Benner of Shippensburg, and Lorraine Hayes.
Arrangements are entrusted to SimpleChoice Cremation Services...
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