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Local Obituaries for Chambersburg, PA & Greater Franklin County

Michael E. DeRogatis

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Emma Arlene Davis

Emma Arlene Davis

Dec 16, 2024

Emma Arlene Davis, 86, of Chambersburg, PA passed away Monday, December 16, 2024 at the Chambersburg with her husband by her side. Born March 2, 1938 in Waynesboro, PA, she was the daughter of the late Dorsey Robert and Grace (Fox) Kesselring.

Emma graduated high school and went to work at the Waynesboro office of CenturyLink until 1961. She then moved...

Jo Ann Sheppard

Jo Ann Sheppard

Dec 13, 2024

Jo Ann Sheppard, 66, of Shippensburg, PA passed away Friday December 13, 2024 at the Chambersburg Hospital. Born March 24, 1958 in Chambersburg, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Lula (Mohler) Fields.

She is survived by two daughters; Crystal Harrison of Chambersburg PA, and JoAnna Sheppard of Kentucky.

Arrangements are entrusted to SimpleChoice Cremation Services Inc. of Chambersburg. Online...

Harriet Aldinger

Harriet Aldinger

Dec 11, 2024

Harriet Aldinger, 84, of York PA passed away Wednesday December 11,2024 at the Laurel Lakes Rehabilitation and Wellness Center. Born March 26, 1940 in York PA, she was the daughter of the late A. David and Dorothy (Dunlap) Santucci.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband William Aldinger.

Arrangements are entrusted to SimpleChoice Cremation Services Inc....

Charles D. Hoover, Jr

Charles D. Hoover, Jr

Dec 11, 2024

Charles “Charlie” D. Hoover Jr, 89, of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania passed away December 11, 2024 at 9:44 a.m. at home with family by his side. He was born on September 2, 1935 in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania to Charles D. Hoover, Sr and Martha (Rock) Hoover.

Charlie is survived by his two daughters: Tina (wife of Ben) Line and Jody Beam both of Chambersburg....

Marshall Leroy " Mark" Harbaugh II

Marshall Leroy " Mark" Harbaugh II

Dec 10, 2024

Marshall L. “Mark” Harbaugh, II, of Chambersburg, PA passed away Tuesday December 10, 2024 at the UPMC in Carlisle. Born May 20, 1952 in Coco Beach, FL he was the son of the late Marshall L. Harbaugh, Sr., and Lois (Tarman) Harbaugh.

Mark worked for several years at Knouse Foods Chambersburg as a forklift operator. 

He is survived by two sisters; Beverly...

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