Harold M. Zimmerman and Son Funeral Home, Inc., 45 South Carlisle Street, Greencastle, PA (2025)

11/03/2025

Dr. G. William "Bill" Thorne

Dr. G. William (Bill) Thorne died peacefully at home on Friday, October 31, 2025. He was born on March 17, 1952, in Somerville, NJ, to the late George L. and Katherine (Parr) Thorne.

Bill grew up on his family’s dairy farm in Clinton, NJ where he loved spending time and living near his grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins.

He was a talented runner, graduating from North Hunterdon High School in New Jersey in 1970. He was recently inducted into the North Hunterdon Hall of Fame as a member of the undefeated 1968 cross-country team. At the University of Connecticut, he was a sprinter and member of the record setting 4x440 yard relay team. After graduating in 1974, he often said that UConn “made him” and remained proud to be part of its legacy.

Bill went on to earn his DDS degree from Georgetown University. In 1987, he purchased Dr. W. O. Potts dental practice and moved to Greencastle, PA, where he practiced dentistry until his retirement in 2013 due to health issues. He loved being a dentist, valued the relationships he built with his patients, and greatly enjoyed working alongside his business partner and lifelong friend, Dr. Justin Hollingshead.

Bill gave back to his community in many ways. Before his health declined, he was an active member of Greencastle Presbyterian Church and served on the boards of the Waynesboro Country Club, The Arc of Franklin County, the Greencastle-Antrim School Board, the Greencastle Chamber of Commerce, and the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection for dental representation in radiation protection.

Bill loved being a father to his daughter, Amelia. He ceaselessly supported and encouraged her, cherishing their time together traveling to track meets and taking yearly trips to Virgin Gorda with her and his mother.

He is survived by his wife, Jayne Keller; his daughter, Amelia Thorne (Justin Moore); his brother, Jeff Thorne (Bev); his stepdaughters, Kristen Willwerth (Josh Steele), Laura Dunbar (Blake), and Megan Willwerth (Joey Roberts); five grandchildren; and extended family.

A memorial service will be held at Greencastle Presbyterian Church, 57 West Baltimore Street, Greencastle, PA, on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at 1:00 PM, where Rev. Dr. A. Robert Cook will officiate. Arrangements are entrusted to the Harold M. Zimmerman and Son Funeral Home, Inc., Greencastle, PA. Online condolences may be offered on his page at www.zimmermanfh.com.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Greencastle Presbyterian Church online(https://onrealm.org/GreencastlePres/-/form/give/now), the UConn Foundation/Athletics, 2095 Hillside Rd. Storrs, CT 06269 in memo write Bill Thorne Track, or a charity of your choice in his honor.

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10/31/2025

Ruth A. Barnhart

Ruth A. Barnhart, age 67, of Waynesboro, PA, passed away on Friday, October 31, 2025, at her home. Born April 14, 1958, in Greencastle, PA, she was the daughter of the late Elwood and Betty Hornbaker Armstrong.

Mrs. Barnhart was a homemaker for most of her life. She cherished time spent with her loving family and friends. She enjoyed crafts, painting, fishing, going to the casino, and playing bingo with her daughter.

Surviving is her husband of 47 years, Lennis E. Barnhart; a daughter, Mellodie M. Barnhart of Waynesboro, PA; a sister, Patricia Hart (husband Richard) of Greencastle, PA; a half-brother, Gary Mason; and a brother-in-law, Anthony “Tony” Commer of Pinesburg, MD; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Betty Jean Commer.

A celebration of life with be held on Friday, November 7, 2025, at 1 PM in the Harold M. Zimmerman and Son Funeral Home, Inc., 45 S. Carlisle St., Greencastle, PA 17225, where Ms. Dot Robinson will officiate. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the funeral home. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Cancer Care Associates of York, 25 Monument Rd., Suite 294, York, PA 17403. Online condolences may be offered on her page at www.zimmermanfh.com.

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10/27/2025

Ronald E. Hawbaker

Ronald Eugene Hawbaker, 83, of Greencastle, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2025, in his hometown.Born on June 18, 1942, in Greencastle, Ronald—known to many as Ron—spent his life rooted in the community he loved.

Over the years, he built a career marked by dedication and hard work. He held positions at Farmer’s Union Co-Op, Nitterhouse, ELM Garage, and Eugene R Martin before retiring from Teleflex Marine in 2005. His strong work ethic and mechanical know-how made him a valued colleague wherever he went.Ron was a man who found joy in the simple pleasures of life. He had a deep love for the outdoors, hunting and could often be found working on his tractors or tinkering with any piece of machinery that needed attention. Tractor pulls were a favorite pastime, as were quiet moments spent watching Western television shows. Above all else, Ron cherished time with his family and dogs—those moments brought him the greatest happiness.

He is survived by his loving wife Carol (Barnhart), whom he married August 30 1963; sisters Carole Burrows (Dave) and Gladys Rodriquez (Luis); children Randy Hawbaker (Patti), Robin Christman (Randy), and Rebecca Geer (Kenny), and daughter in-law Terri Hawbaker; grandchildren Andrea Balcazar (JC), Cory Christman (Lauren), Randy Hawbaker (Shelby), Jared Christman (Bianca), Catlin Christman (Brighid), Jerrica Hawbaker (Lyndon), Rhyanna Geer-Jenkins (Solomon), Clyde Hawbaker, Eli Hawbaker, Ruby Hawbaker, George Hawbaker, and Levi Hawbaker; great-grandchildren Damon Martin, Nick Martin, Adalynn Hawbaker, Garrett Hawbaker, Miranda Martin, Carter Christman, Kaylin Joyner, Oaklyn Christman, Gian Balcazar, Ridleigh Christman, Bryson Edwards, Ava Balcazar, Asher Christman, Jasper Gonzalez, Liliana Christman, Hadley Hawbaker; and baby Christman on the way; along with numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.Ron was preceded in death by his father Galen Hawbaker; mother Dorothy Jean (Murray) Hawbaker; brother Harold Hawbaker; and youngest son Rick Hawbaker.Ron’s legacy lives on through the many lives he touched with his kindness and sassiness. He will be deeply missed by his family and those who knew him.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Harold M. Zimmerman and Son Funeral Home, 45 S. Carlisle St. Greencastle, PA 17225, where Rev. James A. Murphy will officiate. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM and one hour prior to the service in the funeral home on Wednesday. Interment will follow the service in Parklawns Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers; please make a donation to your favorite animal rescue. Online Condolences may be offered on his page at www.zimmermanfh.com.

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10/21/2025

Jody Lynn Beeler

Jody L. “Joe” Beeler Sr., 66, of Big Cove Tannery, PA, passed away on Saturday, October 18, 2025.

Born in Waynesboro, PA, Joe was a 1977 graduate of Greencastle-Antrim High School and spent nearly 20 years driving dump truck. He loved fishing, hunting, computer games, and watching military shows. His biggest passions were trains, his cats, and spending time with family. Joe was known for his Mountain Dew, a nightly shot of brandy, and his love of cookouts, laughter, and simple moments. He was proud to have met President Bush and will be remembered for his humor and big heart. In he’s teenage journey he achieved the level of Eagle Scout, before transitioning into a family man. He was a member of Assembly of God of Greencastle.

He is survived by his loving wife, Tammy Beeler no children ; Ex wife, Lisa Creager mother of his children, Jody L. Beeler Jr. (wife Amanda) of Shippensburg, Jesse L. Beeler (wife Abby) of Fort Loudon, Matthew Beeler Sr. (fiancée Jessica Brechbiel) of Big Cove Tannery, and Michael Beeler (fiancée Leah Meyers) of Greencastle; stepdaughters, Tiffany Kettoman of Hagerstown MD and Christina Morgan of Tennessee ; his mother, Vivianne “Mamma V” Washburn; sisters, Candy Morgan (husband Michael “Doc”) and Denise “Skeeter” Cramer (husband Larry “Buck”), both of Tennessee; and brother, Arnold “Ty ”Beeler (wife Brandy) of Greencastle. Joe also leaves behind many grandchildren who loved their Pappy dearly. He was preceded in death by his father, Samuel Ordean Beeler.

A memorial visitation will be held on Friday, October 24, 2025, from 6-8 PM at the Harold M. Zimmerman and Son Funeral Home, Inc., 45 S. Carlisle St., Greencastle, PA 17225. Joe will be forever missed and fondly remembered for the love, laughter, and light he brought to every life he touched. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Foundation at www.nationalmssociety.org. Online condolences may be offered on his page at www.zimmermanfh.com.

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10/17/2025

Nancy L. Murray

Nancy L. Murray, age 82, of Greencastle, PA, passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at the Chambersburg Hospital. Born in Hagerstown, MD on April 30, 1943, she was the daughter of the late John Leiter and Anna Saylor Garling.

Mrs. Murray was a 1961 graduate of the Greencastle-Antrim Senior High School. She worked in the packing department for over 40 years at Beck Manufacturing, retiring in 2009. She had previously attended the First United Methodist Church in Greencastle. Mrs. Murray enjoyed caring for her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, spending time with family, watching the game show network, and reminiscing with friends and strangers alike.

Surviving are six children, Terry L. Murray (wife Vicky) of Chambersburg, PA, Gary L. Murray (wife Daphne) of Greencastle, PA, Brenda K. Creek (husband Dave) of Greencastle, PA, Barry A. Murray (wife Amy) of Marion, PA, Melissa A. Murray of Greencastle, PA, and Steven R. Murray of Greencastle, PA; a close nephew, Scott Garling (wife Annette) of Greencastle, PA; 21 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Judy Garling of Pittsburgh, PA. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Eber Murray in 2019 and a brother, William K. Garling.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at 11 AM at Otterbein United Brethren Church, 146 Leitersburg St., Greencastle, PA 17225, where Pastor David Rawley will officiate. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the above church and address. Interment will follow the service in Parklawns Memorial Gardens. Arrangements are entrusted to Harold M. Zimmerman and Son Funeral Home, Inc., Greencastle, PA. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Otterbein United Brethren Church’s Building Fund at the address above. Online condolences may be offered on her page at www.zimmermanfh.com.

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10/16/2025

Sally A. Bishop

Sally A. Bishop “Memaw”, age 86, of State Line, PA, passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at Quincy Retirement Village. Born September 22, 1939, in Waynesboro, PA, she was the daughter of the late Kenneth and Madalyn G. Gilbert Walck.

Mrs. Bishop was a 1957 graduate of the Greencastle-Antrim Senior High School. She worked at the former J. Schoenaman Company for over 30 years, until it’s closure, she then pursued a career in nursing for several years, as a LPN. She was active member of the First Church Greencastle, where she served as a greeter. Social in nature, Mrs. Bishop loved going to monthly lunches with her High School Classmates, going to church, being with family, and attending her grandchildren’s sporting events. She also enjoyed bowling in her Nellie Fox bowling league, gardening, especially her flower beds, baking her famous apple pies, and studying her ancestral roots.

Surviving are four children, Rodney “Dean” Bishop, Jr., Diana Schuchman (husband Bill), Daniel “Brian” Bishop, and Dana Szaflarski; seven grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; and a sister, Mary Virginia Harsh. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Rodney Bishop, Sr. in 2020, a son, Gerald “Steven” Bishop, a grandson, Michael Schuchman, and two siblings, Carole Gelsinger and Lester Walck.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at 11 AM in The Harold M. Zimmerman and Son Funeral Home, Inc., 45 S. Carlisle St., Greencastle, PA, where Pastor Ken Acker will officiate. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the funeral home. Interment will follow the service in Cedar Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her name to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or www.stjude.org . Online condolences may be offered on her page at www.zimmermanfh.com.

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10/08/2025

Doris Harriet Robinson

Doris Harriet Robinson, age 92, of Greencastle, PA passed away on Sunday, October 5, 2025, at Luther Ridge Retirement Village. Born in Greene Township, PA, on June 17, 1933, she was the daughter of the late Alonza Emery McClure and Hazel Young McClure Reed.

Mrs. Robinson worked for her grandfather Young as a teen at Eagle Mountain Orchard, located in Greene Township. She was later employed in the dietary department at Chambersburg Hospital and then the housekeeping department at the former Leader and Manor Care Nursing home in Chambersburg. Mrs. Robinson was a member of Antrim Brethren in Christ Church. In her later years, she enjoyed reading, doing code words, and completing adult coloring books.

Surviving are four daughters, Carol A. Robinson of Greencastle, PA, Brenda K. Robinson of Greencastle, PA, Bonny L. Brubaker (husband Jay) of Chambersburg, PA, and Sherry L. Cheatham (husband Harlan) of Chambersburg, PA; two grandsons, Shawn Brubaker (wife Christy) of Baltimore, MD and Lynn Brubaker (wife Kelly) of Carlisle, PA. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Junior Robinson on May 6, 2024, a sister, Patricia Deardorff, and a half-brother, Lynn Reed.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at 1 PM at Antrim Brethren in Christ Church, 24 Kauffman Rd., East, Chambersburg, PA 17202, where Pastor Casey Hurst will officiate. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the above church and address. Interment will be private. Arrangements are entrusted to the Harold M. Zimmerman and Son Funeral Home, Inc., Greencastle, PA. Online condolences may be offered on her page at www.zimmermanfh.com.

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10/04/2025

Michael "Mike" Wayne Carey

Michael W. “Mike” Carey, age 67, of Greencastle, PA, passed away on Friday, October 3, 2025, at the Chambersburg Hospital. Born October 20, 1957, he was the son of Hilda Seville Carey and the late John Eldon Carey.

Mike was a 1976 graduate of James Buchanan High School. He worked as a machinist at Mack Truck, Letterkenny Army Depot, and JLG. He was last employed at the former Talhelm’s Gas Station in Greencastle. Mike enjoyed hunting, fishing, golf, and woodworking. He was a member of the Mercersburg Sportsman’s Association.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife of 33 years, Stephanie Branham Carey, whom he married on July 25, 1992; three brothers, Rodney Carey (wife Holly) of Waynesboro, PA, Timothy “Tim” Carey (wife Cindy) of Waynesboro, PA, and Kevin Carey of Greencastle, PA; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews, and his beloved dog, Misty.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, October 24, 2025, at 2 PM in the Harold M. Zimmerman and Son Funeral Home, Inc. 45 S. Carlisle St., Greencastle, PA, where Rev. Murray B. Stevens will officiate. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the funeral home.

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09/29/2025

Dorothy Jean Leckron

Dorothy Jean Leckron, age 97 of State Line, PA passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, September 27, 2025. Born March 19, 1928, in Hagerstown, MD, she was the daughter of the late Benjamin G. and Nora (Swisher) Izer.

Mrs. Leckron was a 1947 graduate of Hagerstown Senior High School. She was a member of the Maughansville Church and formerly in her early years she attended Trinity United Brethren Church. In her teenage years she was part of a Gospel Duet, known as “Two Jeans”, later she was a soloist at churches in the surrounding area. In the 1960’s she was a Girl Scout leader. She was a member of the State Line Ruritan Ladie’s Auxiliary, the loyal daughters for Old Home Week and the homemakers of Greencastle. Dorothy and her husband, Earl owned and operated Earl’s Market for 45 years. She loved selling Easter flowers and making fruit baskets during Christmas time. After retirement, their joy was taking bus trips throughout the U.S. and Canada and antiquing. She was happiest when she could watch her grand and great-grandchildren.

She is survived by her children, Sherry J. (Leckron) Moon and husband, Vic and Nelson R. Leckron; four grandchildren, Tara Moon, Jason Moon, Dana (Leckron) Hull, and Cory Leckron; 6 great-grandchildren, Brandon Brechbiel, Alesha (Brechbiel) Gembe, Logan Moon, Wyatt and Luke Hull, and Bailey Leckron; 4 great-great-grandchildren, Brooke Brechbiel, Avery and Axton Gembe, and Oaklynn Moon; a special thanks to her caregivers, Mary Rotz and Heather Duke.

In addition to her parents, she was proceeded in death by, her husband, Earl Leckron in 2003, whom she married March 28, 1948, in Hagerstown, MD and siblings, Charles Izer in infancy and brothers, Lauren, Robert, Ambrose, and Max Izer, and sisters, Helen Izer Myers, and Isabelle Izer Miller.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at 10 AM in the Harold M. Zimmerman and Son Funeral Home, Inc., 45 South Carlisle St. Greencastle, PA 17225, where Pastor Chad Carter will officiate. The family will receive friends Tuesday, October 7, 2025, from 6 PM to 8 PM and one hour prior to the service in the funeral home on Wednesday. Interment will follow the service in the Beautiful View Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Greencastle-Antrim Old Home Week Association, P.O. Box 536, Greencastle, PA 17225 or at www.oldhomeweek.org. Online condolences may be offered on her page at www.zimmermanfh.com.

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09/26/2025

Arthur A. Rebuck

Arthur A. Rebuck of St. Thomas, Pennsylvania, age 86, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, September 25, at Mercy House in Chambersburg. He was born in Southampton Township, Cumberland County, on June 8, 1939, the son of the late Harry B. and Alice Rotz Rebuck.

Arthur was a 1957 graduate of Shippensburg Area Senior High School. He was a U.S. Navy veteran and proudly served aboard the USS O’Hare and the USS Kraus from 1958 to 1962. He was a machine operator at James River Corporation (formerly American Can Company) and retired after 37 years of service. He attended Corpus Christi Catholic Church in Chambersburg. Arthur enjoyed collecting Winross trucks, and he and his wife Bev had many adventures riding motorcycles with his brothers and sisters-in-law, Cal and Helen and Clarence and Donna.

Arthur is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Beverly Walck Rebuck, whom he married on November 20, 1979; and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Arthur was preceded in death by 4 brothers (Myrl, Calvin, Dana, and Clarence), and 5 sisters (Ella, Elsie, Beulah, Ruth and his twin sister Audrey).

A graveside service will be held at 1:00 Pm on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at Cedar Hill Cemetery in Greencastle. Deacon Richard Ramsey will officiate. Arrangements are entrusted to the Harold M. Zimmerman & Son Funeral Home, Greencastle, PA.

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09/17/2025

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09/08/2025

Dorothy Louise Talhelm

Dorothy Louise Talhelm, age 91, of Williamsport, MD, passed away on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at Meritus Medical Center, Hagerstown, MD. She was a resident at Hilltop Assisted Living, Homewood Living, Williamsport, MD, since 2024, and formerly of Molly Pitcher Hwy., Chambersburg, PA. Born in Waynesboro, PA on February 11, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Milton Earl Daugherty and Mary Esther Hykes Daugherty.

Mrs. Talhelm was a 1951 graduate of Greencastle-Antrim Senior High School. Mrs. Talhem retired from the former Citizens National Bank, Greencastle, PA, where she began her career as secretary to the president in 1951, and progressed up to vice-president in 1996. She worked for a total of over 49 years, before retiring. Mrs. Talhelm was a member of the Evangelical Lutheran Church, Greencastle, PA and served as treasurer for a number of years. She will be remembered as a collector of anything pertaining to strawberries. She enjoyed reading novels, working on suduko puzzles, and in earlier years, creating count cross stitch pictures. She was also an organist for many years, at area churches.

She is survived by her sister, Joyce Welling (husband, Walter) of Boonsboro, MD and eleven nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Chester Talhelm on March 15, 2013, whom she married on May 1, 1966, and brother, Melvin “Doc” Daugherty.

Graveside services will be held on Monday, September 15, 2025, at 11 AM in Parklawns Memorial Gardens, Chambersburg, PA, where Rev. Carl McKee will officiate. In accordance with her wishes, there will not be a public viewing. Arrangements are entrusted to the Harold M. Zimmerman and Son Funeral Home, Inc., Greencastle, PA. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Evangelical Lutheran Church, 130 N. Washington St., Greencastle, PA 17225. Online condolences may be offered on her page at www.zimmermanfh.com.

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