Apr 27, 2025

On Sunday, April 27th, 2025, Frances Bailey was called home to be with her Lord, surrounded by the love she so freely gave throughout her life. Though the world feels dimmer in her absence, Heaven shines all the brighter with her presence.

Frances was born on December 9, 1940, in Carlisle, to the late Mervin and Evelyn...

Apr 25, 2025

Larry P. Robbins, 74, of Newville, passed away on Friday, April 25, 2025, at UPMC Carlisle.  He was born on January 21, 1951, in Erie, PA and was the son of William Avery Robbins and Vera (Brainard) Robbins.

Larry graduated from Strong Vincent High School, Erie in 1968 and received a Tech associate degree from McCann Technical...

Apr 22, 2025

Nancy Ann Matthews, 88, of Carlisle, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at UPMC Carlisle. She was born on December 7, 1936, in Carlisle to the late Robert Nickel and Eleanor (Smith) Nickel.

Nancy was a graduate of Carlisle High School. She is survived by one son, David Gulker, of Gahanna, OH, one daughter, Mary...

Apr 22, 2025

Jane D. Harker, 81, of Carlisle, PA passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at Cumberland Crossings Retirement Community, Carlisle. She was born on December 10, 1943, in Bayonne, New Jersey. She was a daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Mitza) Simmons and the widow of Edward W. Harker, who passed away on January 10, 2001.

Apr 21, 2025

James "Jim" Clouse, age 88, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of service, laughter, and love.

Born on July 6, 1936, in Newville, Pennsylvania to Ruth (Keck) and Albert Clouse.  4 years later his brother Bob arrived.   Jim was known for his bright blue eyes, wide and welcoming smile, and a quick...

Apr 20, 2025

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Garyson D. Rice, 74, of Carlisle and formerly Winston-Salem, NC, passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2025, at the Sarah Todd Memorial Home in Carlisle.  He was born on October 11, 1950, in Carlisle and was a son of the late George W. Rice, Sr. and Mary V. (Gaines) Rice.

Apr 19, 2025

The Reverend Harry L. Knisely (July 15, 1940 to April 19, 2025)

Rev. Harry L. Knisely passed away peacefully on the sacred day of the Holy Easter Vigil, leaving behind a legacy of faith, service, and love. A native of Everett, Bedford County, PA, Harry was a distinguished 1959 graduate of Mercersburg Academy.  His passion for education...

Apr 8, 2025

Janice Elizabeth Marpoe, 88, of Newville, passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at Green Ridge Village, Newville.  She was born on June 2, 1936, in Carlisle and was a daughter of the late Calvin A. Barrick, Sr. and Vera E. (Hummel) Barrick.  She was married for 44 years to Gilson E. Marpoe, Sr., who passed away on May...

Mar 30, 2025

Norman Eugene Poet, 66, of Halifax, passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2025, at his sister's home in Carlisle.  He was born on September 18, 1958, in Lewistown and was a son of the late Richard C. Poet and Mary D. (Koch) Poet.

Norman graduated from Cumberland Valley High School in 1975.  He retired from Fry Communications...

Mar 24, 2025

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Blevens L. "Blev" Zinn, 71, of Newburg, passed away on Monday, March 24, 2025, at home.  He was born on February 27, 1954, in Carlisle and was a son of the late Clarence and Pauline (Stone) Zinn.

Blev graduated from Big Spring High School with the class of 1973.  ...

Mar 18, 2025

David D. Williams, 72, of Carlisle, passed away on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at Forest Park Health Center in Carlisle.  He was born on November 20, 1952, in Culpeper, Virginia and was a son of the late Marcellus Williams and Mary (Strothers) Gilbert.

David attended Chambersburg High School and was a member of the Chambersburg Elks Lodge.  ...

Mar 16, 2025

Darrell Edward Clepper, 87, of Carlisle, died on Sunday, March 16, 2025, at UPMC Carlisle.

He was born at home on Third Street in Boiling Springs on Wednesday, December 22, 1937.  He was the son of the late George Darby Clepper and Dorothy Murtoff (Dunkle) Clepper.  He was married for almost 49 years to the late Glenda...

Mar 16, 2025

Phyllis H. "Fitzie" Brown, 92, passed away on Sunday, March 16, 2025, in the comfort of her home in Carlisle, PA.  She was born on February 14, 1933, in Coatesville, PA and was the daughter of the late Louis Earl Osborn and Bessie Louise (Krixer) Osborn.  She lived in Downingtown, PA for 31 years and previously in the village...

Mar 16, 2025

Jacqueline V. Handshew, 93, passed away on Sunday, March 16, 2025, at Chapel Pointe at Carlisle.  She was born on July 30, 1931, in Carlisle and was a daughter of the late Charles and Edna (Steigleman) Callio and was the widow of Harold Richard Handshew who passed away March 15, 1997.

Jackie worked at C. H. Masland...

Mar 14, 2025

Alpheretta S. "Freddie" Highlands, 93, passed away on Friday, March 14, 2025, at Chapel Pointe, Carlisle.  She was born on February 12, 1932, in Carlisle and was a daughter of the late John Albert Steele and Gail Elizabeth (Group) Berry.  She was the widow of Major (Ret) Robert E. Highlands, Jr., US Army, who passed away on Sunday, February...

Mar 12, 2025

Earl Melvin Yohn, 70, of Carlisle, passed away on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at home with family by his side.  He was born on July 24, 1954, in Dillsburg and was a son of the late Earl Edward Yohn and Myrtle Marie (Miller) Yohn.

Earl was an avid outdoorsman!  He loved hunting and fishing and just being...

Mar 12, 2025

Mario (Bob) Bartoli passed away quietly at home surrounded by family. Mario was the oldest son of Mario and Catherine Giancoli Bartoli who preceded him in death.  He is survived by several sisters and one brother: Maria A. Bartoli, Adrianne Bartoli McSherry, James Bartoli, Carla Bartoli Arnold, and Angela Bartoli. Bob was preceded in death by 3 sisters Nancy...

Mar 11, 2025

Mary E. Schlusser, 89, of Carlisle, passed away on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at the Church of God Home. She was born on November 7, 1935, in Charleston, SC to the late Monroe H. Mizell and Martha C. (Mizell) Mizell.

Mary was a homemaker in her own home and enjoyed crafting in her spare time. She was...

Mar 10, 2025

Nancy L. Runkle, 84, formerly of Shiremanstown, passed away on Monday, March 10, 2025, at Chapel Pointe at Carlisle.  She was born on October 20, 1940, in Middleburg, and was a daughter of the late Clarion Bickhart and Faye (Bolig) Bickhart. Nancy was the widow of David C. Runkle, who passed away on November 22, 2023.

Nancy...

Mar 8, 2025

Tim R. Spahr, 82, of Carlisle, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at his home, with his wife by his side.

He is survived by his wife of 56 years Marilyn ('Met') Spahr, his sister Margaret Reisinger of Landisburg, his 3 children, and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren whom he loved dearly.

In honoring...