Local obituaries for Geiple-Predicce Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc.
James Throne
Mar 1, 2025
March 5, 1935 to March 1, 2025
James Paul Throne, founder of Throne and Company, a merger and acquisition company, died after a brief illness at Willow Valley Communities in Lancaster, PA on March 1, 2025. The former resident of Stewartstown would have turned 90 on March 5th. He was the husband of the late Dorothy Mae (Thompson) Throne , who...
Larry C. "Poppy" Haines
Feb 25, 2025
Larry Haines, affectionately known as "Poppy", was born October 20, 1943 in Martinsburg, WV, and passed away on February 25, 2025, peacefully in his home at the age of 81.
Larry is survived by his wife, Sandy Haines and sons Sean Hershey (Sharon) and Mark Haines, grandchildren Miranda Hensley (Stephen), Shane Hershey (Savannah), John Haines, and Hannah Haines.
The family finds comfort...
Irene Patricia Grether
Feb 24, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Irene Patricia Grether "Pat", a cherished and beloved wife, mother, nana, aunt, and friend. Born on March 13, 1953, she left us peacefully on February 24th, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Her life was a testament to love, strength, courage and unwavering devotion to those she held dear,...
Jerome Lee Crotsley
Feb 21, 2025
On Friday, February 21, 2025, Jerome "Jerry" L. Crotsley, 68, of Glenville, passed away peacefully at home with his family at his side. He was the husband of Shelly (Folkenroth) Crotsley for 12 years. Jerry was born on July 29, 1956, in Lawn, PA to the late Herman and Gloria (Starr) Crotsley.
Jerry was a graduate of...
Gary Lynn Miller
Feb 21, 2025
On Friday, February 21, 2025, Gary L. Miller, 63, of Red Lion, passed away at WellSpan York Hospital. He was the devoted husband to Mary Jo (Hoffman) Miller for 34 years. Gary was born on January 12, 1962 in York, to the late Earl C. and Arlene (Malehorn) Miller.
Gary graduated from York Vo Tech. A mechanic...
Gloria Link
Feb 19, 2025
On February 19, 2025, Gloria Constance Link, our “Queen Mum” passed away at the age of 98. She lived a life rooted in faith, devoted to Christ, and guided by the Holy Bible. She now rests peacefully in God’s love.
Gloria was a woman of unwavering belief, whose love for the Lord shone through every...
Stanley K. Glatfelter
Feb 18, 2025
On Tuesday, February 18, 2025, Stanley K. Glatfelter, 75, of Seaford, DE, passed away at Deleware Hospice Center in Milford, DE. He was the loving husband of Henrietta "Dolly" (Heistand) Glatfelter for 21 years. He was a truck driver for Penn-DOT for many years until he retired.
Stan was born on February 4, 1950 in York, PA,...
Mary Louise Meckley
Feb 18, 2025
On Tuesday, February 18, 2025, Mary Louise, "Mary Lou", (Rummel) Meckley, 90, of Hanover, passed away peacefully at SpiriTrust Lutheran the Village at Utz Terrace. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Donald E. Meckley. Mary Lou was born on August 28, 1934 in Gettysburg, PA to the late Clarence and Mary (Myers) Rummel.
She...
Geraldine A. Yawman
Feb 17, 2025
Geraldine Yawman of York, Pennsylvania passed away on Feb 17, 2025. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.
Creta Nafe
Feb 12, 2025
Creta Nafe, 93, of Spring Grove, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2025. She was born July 29, 1931 in York, PA to the late Russell and Evelyn (Fair) Siegman. She is survived by her son Keith and his wife Elaine, two grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Creta was preceded in death by her husband Gene, son Randy, companion Merv...
Robert "Bob" Bird
Feb 10, 2025
Robert (Bob) Bird, 84, of Shrewsbury, passed away on Monday, February 10, 2025, at
York Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Margaret; devoted father of Andrew
Bird and his wife Carol, Steven Bird and his wife Heidi, Georgina Mathews and her
husband Clay, Elizabeth Doyle and her husband Joe, and Jessica Byers;...
John M. Shaver, Sr.
Feb 7, 2025
On Friday, February 7, 2025, John took his last ride on his Harley Davidson motorcycle to heaven. Born June 09, 1943 in York Penna. to the late John and Julia (Schaefer) Shaver of Freeland, Maryland.
John graduated from Hereford High School in 1961. The next day after graduation he joined the Navy. He was stationed...
Thelma Jean Russell
Feb 4, 2025
Thelma Russell, age 84 of Glenville, PA went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 4, 2025. She was born on March 22, 1940, in Hellam, PA, the daughter of the late Lawrence Russell and Miriam (Altland) Russell.
Thelma worked many years at the Seven Valleys Garment Co. She later worked at Country Meadows,...
Roy Gordon Lovell
Jan 31, 2025
Roy Gordon Lovell (89) born May 29, 1935, died January 31, 2025 after a brief illness.
One of three boys born to Lewis and Verdeena Lovell in Allemansville PA, Roy grew up roaming and foraging the mountain woods, where his life-long love of hunting, fishing and growing food began. He married his first wife Marilyn in 1957...
Gerald Eugene Kile, Sr.
Jan 18, 2025
Gerald “Jerry” E. Kile Sr., age 81, of Spring Grove, PA, passed away on Saturday, January 18,2025, at his home, surrounded by family and his beloved dog, Chloe.
Jerry was born on November 3rd, 1943, to the late Leroy and Dorothy (Day) Kile. Jerry leaves his wife, Linda May Godfrey, to whom he would have...
Gladys May Smith
Jan 15, 2025
Gladys May Smith, 89, of York, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2025 in Dallastown. She was born January 11, 1936 in Shrewsbury Township to the late Samuel K. and Mary J. (Sterner) Sweitzer. She is survived by her husband David Smith, Sr. whom she graduated with from Susquehannock High School in 1953 and married on August 27, 1955...
Donald G. Platts, Jr.
Jan 14, 2025
On Tuesday, January 14, 2025, Donald G. Platts, Jr., 71, passed away at home in Jacobus. He was the devoted husband to Gail D. (Jones) Platts for 45 years. He was born on November 16, 1953 in York, to the late Ethel M. (Tracey) and Donald G. Platts, Sr. After attending Dallastown High School, he worked as a welder...
Violet Arlene Farmer
Jan 13, 2025
On Monday, January 13th, 2025, Violet Arlene (Shaffer) Farmer, 79, met Jesus peacefully while surrounded by her family. She was the devoted wife of Ervin H. Farmer for over 61 years. Violet was born on May 31, 1945 in Freeland, MD, to the late Larnid and Romaine A. (Taylor) Shaffer. She graduated from Susquehannock High School in 1963. She...
Donna Mae Schuler
Jan 8, 2025
Donna Mae Schuler, 82, of Shrewsbury, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, after a brief illness. She was the beloved wife of the late James D. Schuler, with whom she shared 52 wonderful years of marriage before his passing in 2009.
Born on February 16, 1942, in Shrewsbury, Donna was the daughter of...
Rev. Lila Jane Butz
Dec 31, 2024
Rev. Lila Jane (Brauchler) Butz, born on November 29, 1936, in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2024, in Wernersville, Pennsylvania. She was the beloved daughter of the late Paul and Mary (Wilkinson) Brauchler. Lila was predeceased by her siblings Don (Wenda) Brauchler, and Nancy (Joe) Cross and her granddaughter Abigail. She is survived by her brother...
