Marian L. Groninger, 82, of Carlisle, passed away on Tuesday, October 23, 2012, at her home. She was born on Wednesday, May 28, 1930, in Carlisle, a daughter of the late Harry E. and Ruth A. (White) Barnhart, who owned a popular corner grocery store in the 1930's and 40's in downtown Carlisle. She was the widow of Irvin Lee Groninger, who died April 25, 1984.

She was a 1948 graduate of Carlisle High School and graduated from the former Carlisle Commercial College. Marian worked at the Carlisle Barracks early in her career and also was a typist for Dickinson School of Law for many years. She loved reading and spent many years volunteering at the Bosler Library. She also enjoyed swimming and cross-stitching. Marian was a longtime member of Allison United Methodist Church, Carlisle and was involved with many activities within the church.

She is survived by two daughters; Lynne G. Beiswanger (and husband, John) of Stafford, VA and Joan Groninger of Carlisle and four grandchildren; Corey, Cody, Tyler and Katie Beiswanger. Marian was preceded in death by one sister, Jean Cridland and one grandson, Mark Beiswanger.

A celebration of Marian's life will be held on Saturday, October 27, 2012, at 10:30 a.m. in the Ewing Brothers Funeral Home, 630 S. Hanover St., Carlisle, with Rev. Mira Hewlett officiating. Burial will be in Rolling Green Memorial Park, Camp Hill. A visitation will be on Saturday from 10 a.m. until time of service at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Celtic Healthcare of Carlisle, Suite 100, 220 Wilson St., Carlisle, PA 17013.