Geiple-Predicce Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc.

Geiple-Predicce Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc. The oldest locally owned and family operated funeral home in York County. In late 1880, George W. In 1881, G.W. In the early 1900s, G.W.'s son, Harry C.

Geiple began the family business of manufacturing and selling furniture in Glen Rock, PA. made his first recorded sale of a coffin or casket and became interested in the undertaking business. In August of 1892, he attended and graduated from Clarke's School of Embalming in Baltimore. Geiple, attended the Clarke's School of Embalming in Harrisburg and entered into the "family trade." At this time, the name of the funeral home became G.W. Geiple and Son. The family tradition continued as Harry's son George Eugene graduated from Gettysburg College and Eckles College of Embalming in Philadelphia. He took his apprenticeship with his father and received his Pennsylvania Funeral Director License on January 12, 1942. Following his father's death, Harry Geiple changed the business's name to H.C. On August 30, 1975, George Eugene's son, Glenn E. Geiple, graduated from Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Services, becoming the 4th generation of funeral directors in the Geiple Family. Following Harry's death in 1979, the business was incorporated and became Geiple Funeral Home, Inc. In 1985, Geiple developed a working relationship with John D. Jackson of the Jackson Funeral Home, Inc. on East Market Street in York. This relationship led to the purchase of corporate stock in Jackson's and the branch, Geiple Funeral Home, Inc., ultimately merged. With George Eugene's health failing, Glenn purchased the corporate stock from him on January 4, 1992, and continued to own and operate the Geiple Funeral Home until December 4, 2020. On this date, Glenn Geiple sold the funeral home to Robert Predicce. After this exchange, the funeral home name changed to Geiple-Predicce Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc. Geiple-Predicce Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc. is the oldest locally owned, family-operated funeral home in the York County area. Licensed in both Maryland and Pennsylvania, we serve families in south-central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland.

William SprenkleWilliam "Bill" Harry Sprenkle, 74, of York, entered into heaven on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, with his...
02/03/2026

William Sprenkle

William "Bill" Harry Sprenkle, 74, of York, entered into heaven on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, with his daughters by his side. He was born April 26, 1951, in Hanover, PA, to the late Donald "Bud" and Mildred "Millie" (Druck) Sprenkle. He was preceded in death by his brother, Donald Sprenkle. He is survived by his daughter, Alicia Miller & husband Derek, and his daughter, Katie Weaver & husband Charles; Seven grandchildren, Trenton, Elise, Sophia, Steven, Aubrey, Ashton, and Landon, and...

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Dennis Keith TracyOn Friday, January 30, 2026, Dennis K. Tracy, 74, of Fawn Grove, passed away at WellSpan York Hospital...
02/02/2026

Dennis Keith Tracy

On Friday, January 30, 2026, Dennis K. Tracy, 74, of Fawn Grove, passed away at WellSpan York Hospital. He was the devoted husband to Deanna "Dee" (Sheridan) Tracy for 52 years. Dennis was born on March 1, 1951, in York, to the late Carl D. and Martha (Taylor) Tracy. He was in construction and remodeling throughout his career. Dennis had worked for the former Throne Lumber Company; Benshoff Contracting; and D and D Scarborough, Inc. He loved buiding things and...

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Jacob H. DildinePO3, Jacob H. Dildine , USN, 23, died suddenly on January 21, 2026 while riding his bike in Oxnard, CA. ...
02/01/2026

Jacob H. Dildine

PO3, Jacob H. Dildine , USN, 23, died suddenly on January 21, 2026 while riding his bike in Oxnard, CA. A full obituary and service information are being confirmed at composed at this time. Please check back for updated information. In the meantime, please share your memories and condolences under Share a Memory on this page.

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Donald JonesDonald Edward Jones passed peacefully in his sleep at Hanover Hospital on January 19, 2026. He is survived b...
01/29/2026

Donald Jones

Donald Edward Jones passed peacefully in his sleep at Hanover Hospital on January 19, 2026. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Nancy Catherine Jones. Donald was born in Boston, Massachusetts May 10, 1939. Parents were the late Carl and Gloria Ann Jones. He obtained his GED in lieu of a high school graduation and joined the United States Marine Corps in 1958 where he met his wife, Nancy and started a family on the base at Camp...

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Duane Thomas GemmillOn Tuesday, January 27, 2026, Duane Thomas Gemmill, 74, died peacefully with his family by his side....
01/28/2026

Duane Thomas Gemmill

On Tuesday, January 27, 2026, Duane Thomas Gemmill, 74, died peacefully with his family by his side. He was the devoted husband to Linda L. (DeMartin) Gemmill to whom he was married for 55 years. Duane was born on September 15, 1951 in Stewartstown, PA to the late Cletus and Helen (Barnett) Gemmill. He attended Kennard-Dale High School, then graduated from York Vo-Tech. He retired from Caterpillar UAW 786 after 30 years of service as well as working as a...

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Victor G. YawmanVictor Yawman passed away January 26, 2026, at Misericordia Nursing Center at the age of 97. He was pred...
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Victor G. Yawman

Victor Yawman passed away January 26, 2026, at Misericordia Nursing Center at the age of 97. He was predeceased in 2025 by his wife of 71 years, Geraldine Yawman, and is survived by his sons Gregory (Donna), Thomas (Deborah) and William, six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Victor was born in Rochester, New York, to Victor G. Yawman, Sr., and Delene Pilon Yawman. He attended Aquinas Institute where he starred in football as a quarterback and safety. He graduated from the...

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Linda GemmillLinda Louise Gemmill July 19, 1948 - January 18, 2026 Linda Louise Gemmill, of Shrewsbury, PA, passed away ...
01/22/2026

Linda Gemmill

Linda Louise Gemmill July 19, 1948 - January 18, 2026 Linda Louise Gemmill, of Shrewsbury, PA, passed away on Sunday, January 18, 2026. She was born in Baltimore, MD, and was the daughter of Dorothy A. (Troyer) Gemmill and W. William Gemmill. She was raised in Jarrettsville, MD, and graduated from North Harford High School in 1966. After graduating high school, Linda worked as an Executive Secretary at General Register and at McCormick. Later she worked in the admitting department...

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Marlin BortnerMarlin Clinton Bortner, 84, of York, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2026. He was born November 24, ...
01/20/2026

Marlin Bortner

Marlin Clinton Bortner, 84, of York, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2026. He was born November 24, 1941 in York, PA to the late Maurice and Alverta (Miller) Bortner. He is survived by his daughter Michele Trump and her husband Jeff; grandson Chad Bish and his wife Janice and great- grandchildren Levi and Samuel Bish. Marlin was predeceased by his daughter Diana Bates. At 14 Marlin was an apprentice barber under his father and became the youngest barber in...

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Ruth ShearerRuth D. Shearer was born January 1, 1939 in Shrewsbury Township, York County, daughter of Jacob and Alverta ...
01/20/2026

Ruth Shearer

Ruth D. Shearer was born January 1, 1939 in Shrewsbury Township, York County, daughter of Jacob and Alverta McCann Jones. She was the beloved wife of Roger L. Shearer who went to be with the Lord in 1997 after 39 years of marriage. She is survived by two sons, Scott Shearer and wife Sarah of Dallastown , and Tim Shearer and wife Toni of Glen Rock, four grandchildren, Aaron Shearer and wife Jenna, Donna Thompson and husband James, Kierra Boyer...

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Stanley GlatfelterOn Monday, January 12, 2026, Stanley C. Glatfelter , 77, passed away peacefully with family by his sid...
01/13/2026

Stanley Glatfelter

On Monday, January 12, 2026, Stanley C. Glatfelter , 77, passed away peacefully with family by his side. He was the devoted husband to his wife, Kay A. (Angel) Glatfelter. Services will be private at the request of the family. Online condolences may be made under Share a memory on this page.

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Erma KnellerOn January 9, 2026, Erma Marie Kneller, 86, passed away peacefully at Pappus House, Thomasville, PA. Erma wa...
01/10/2026

Erma Kneller

On January 9, 2026, Erma Marie Kneller, 86, passed away peacefully at Pappus House, Thomasville, PA. Erma was born January 24, 1939, in Glen Rock, the daughter of the late Ralph and Bertha (Forry) Kneller. Erma, along with her sister Ruth, loved singing gospel music. She and Ruth both found joy in their beloved cat, Poncho; having yard sales; starting tomato plants to share with others; and staying in touch with their devoted neighbors and friends. Erma was a member...

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Debra DavidsonOn Thursday, January 8, 2026, Debra L. ( Forry ) Davidson, 68, of York, passed away at home with her famil...
01/09/2026

Debra Davidson

On Thursday, January 8, 2026, Debra L. ( Forry ) Davidson, 68, of York, passed away at home with her family by her side. She was the devoted wife of John Charles "Charlie" Davidson for 32 years. Debra was born on October 14, 1957, in York, to Faye (Uffelman) Forry and the late Harry Forry. Debra attended Susquehannock High School, then later received her GED from SEVCA of Hanover. She had worked for Kids Country School in Jacobus for several...

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