Dewald Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc.

01/09/2026

Check pre-planning off your list of resolutions. Call today to schedule an appointment with Michael! (717) 786-3530
Stop by for a Pre-planning guide, available in our foyer.

01/08/2026

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Barry L. Frey, 75, of Nottingham, on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. He was the son of the late Paul and Helen (Swayne) Frey. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Joyce (Shaffer) Frey.

Barry was a 1968 graduate of Lampeter-Strasb...

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01/08/2026

✨ Introducing Our Lesser-Known Funeral Options Series ✨

Did you know there are ways to honor a loved one beyond traditional burials and standard cremation? Over the next few weeks, we’ll be sharing options like green burials, simple burials, ceremonial caskets, memorial stones, living urns, and more.

Our goal is to help you explore choices that fit your preferences, values, and budget—so every family can create a tribute that is meaningful for them.

Stay tuned and visit Dewalds.com to learn more about these thoughtful, unique options.

01/05/2026

Services announced for Stephen M. Wagner.

01/03/2026

Claudia Jude Brown, 60, of Belcamp, MD, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, December 26, 2025, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in Bel Air, MD. Born in Pittsburgh, PA, she was the beloved eldest daughter of Claude and Elizabeth Lapointe.

Claudia was a proud graduate of Aberdeen High School...

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01/02/2026

A message from Michael Miller, Supervisor/Owner:

As a new year begins, we find ourselves reflecting with gratitude on the privilege it has been to serve our community.

In 2025, we were honored to serve 174 families, walking alongside them during some of life’s most difficult moments. Each call, each service, each goodbye reminded us that this work is never just a job—it is a responsibility, a privilege, and a calling we do not take lightly.

Because of the families who placed their trust in us throughout the year, we were able to give back to our community. Those families remain close to our hearts and in our prayers.

Beyond the services we provided, this year was also marked by connection, education, and community outreach.

• We met with over 100 community members who chose to pre-plan, taking thoughtful steps to ease future burdens on their loved ones.

• We hosted a community seminar, creating space for open conversation, learning, and meaningful dialogue.

• We were grateful for the opportunity to share our story on QPRC’s Good Morning Quarryville.

• We served refreshments at the Huffnagle Park concert series, enjoying moments with neighbors and friends.

• We introduced our new pre-planning guides and distributed over 500 throughout the community.

• Because of your generosity, through food, sneaker, coat, and toy drives, we collected nearly 2,000 items to support local families in need.

• We were proud to sponsor and support many local events, standing behind the schools, programs, and organizations that make our town such a special place to call home.

Through it all, one thing remained constant: the people.👏🏼
The families who trusted us.
The community members who welcomed us. And the belief that locally owned, community-rooted care truly matters.

As we look ahead to a new year, we do so with humility, gratitude, and a renewed commitment to serve every family with compassion, integrity, and excellence—every call, every time.

Thank you for allowing us to serve you and this community we are so proud to call home. 🤍

01/02/2026

Stephen Miles Wagner, 43, of Paradise, passed peacefully on Wednesday evening, December 31, 2025, at home after a hard-fought battle with lung cancer. Born in Coatesville, he was the son of the late Gregory and Deborah (Scott) Wagner. He was the loving husband of Amy (Leszkowicz) Wagner. They had be...

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01/01/2026

Claudia J. Brown, 60, of Belcamp, MD, passed away on Friday, December 26, 2025, at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center, Bel Air. A complete obituary will be published shortly.

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12/31/2025

Happy New Year! 🎉

We are honored to walk alongside our community—thankful for another year and the gift of each day. ✨

12/30/2025

Mary E. Smith, 88, of Quarryville, entered into rest on Sunday, December 28, 2025 at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Nottingham, she was the daughter of the late George T., Sr., and Bertha (Freese) Holland. She was the loving wife of the late Robert E. Smith.

Mary had worked in the kitc...

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12/29/2025

Debora Lynn Muellen, 64, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2025, after a courageous battle with illness.
She was the daughter of Peter Muellen and the late Shirley Ann (Reed) Muellen.

Throughout life she had a love of dogs. Although she really enjoyed all breeds, she had...

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12/29/2025

Robert L. “Bob” Badger 89, of Willow Street, passed from this world to the next into the arms of Jesus on Saturday December 27, 2025, at home. Born in Little Britain, he was the son of the late Raymond Lee Badger and Mary Duncan Badger, and the step-son of Elmer Booth.
Bob was a graduate of Oxford...

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