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09/09/2025

Mary Bilchak

Mary Bilchak, 98, of Shippensburg, died Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at home.

Born December 1, 1926 in Warren, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Stanley and Valeria (Waligora) Jesionek.

Among other jobs, Mary was employed as a bookkeeper at Brainard Steel where she met her future husband, the late William Bilchak whom she married September 4, 1948.

She was a member of St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church and the Polish Women’s Alliance in Warren until her move to Shippensburg in 1995, where she joined Our Lady of the Visitation Catholic Church.

Mary loved dancing and also was a member of the Harrisburg Polka Dancing club. Besides dancing, Mary enjoyed gardening, baking, playing cards, and rug braiding. She crocheted highly cherished personalized afghans and fine lace tablecloths. She did oil painting, taught herself to play the organ, and crafted exquisite macrames. She loved learning, and teaching her children and grandchildren.

She was a lifelong union supporter and was devoted to the fair treatment of all people and the care of our earth.

She is survived by her four children, Valerie (husband Dave), Rosemary (husband Gordon), James (wife Sharie) and Cynthia (husband John), six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her two brothers (Chester and John) and her sister (Rose).

A memorial Mass will be held Friday, September 26, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at Our Lady of the Visitation Catholic Church, Shippensburg, with The Rev. Ben Dunkelberger officiating. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. A reception will follow the memorial service.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Fogelsanger-Bricker Funeral Home & Crematorium Inc.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.fogelsanger-brickerfuneralhome.com.

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09/09/2025

Ruth Rozella Fitz

Ruth Rozella Fitz, 91, of Chambersburg and formerly of Shippensburg, passed away Monday, September 8, 2025 at Laurel lakes Rehabilitation Center in Chambersburg.

Born Saturday, October 21, 1933 in Shippensburg, Cumberland County, she was a daughter of the late Jacob A. and Alverna Mary Myers Gontz.

Ruth retired from the former Stanley Company in Shippensburg, with over 38 years of service. She was a member of the Chambersburg Baptist Church, and a member and former Vice President of AARP Chapter # 2525, Shippensburg.

Later in life, Ruth worked as a caregiver for Lutheran Home Care Services and also privately.

She is survived by one son, Stephen R. (Christine) Rotz; four grandchildren, Clifton, Jason (wife Erin), Beau, and Joshua Rotz; two great-granddaughters, Hailey and Chloe Rotz; and a number of nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Fitz; one son, David M. Rotz; four sisters; and three brothers.

A celebration of life service will be held Monday, September 15, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at the Fogelsanger-Bricker Funeral Home & Crematorium Inc, with The Rev. John Healey officiating. Burial will be private. A visitation will be held from 5:30 p.m. until the time of the service on Monday, at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Chambersburg Baptist Church, 741 S. Coldbrook Ave., Chambersburg, PA 17201.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.fogelsanger-brickerfuneralhome.com.

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09/08/2025

Harvey W. Smith

Harvey W. Smith, 84, of Shippensburg, formerly of Shreveport, LA, passed away the morning of Thursday, September 4, 2025 at Celebration Villa of Shippensburg.

He was born on April 10, 1941 in Job, West Virginia, a son of the late George William and Annie Margaret (White) Smith.

Harvey retired from General Motors in Louisiana and was a United States Army Veteran. He was an avid New Orleans Saints fan and had a passion for classic cars. He loved going on cruises with his wife, Gerri, and was proud of the two pet squirrels he helped raise.

He is survived by two siblings, Mary Permelia of Shippensburg and Carol Pape of Maryland; two special nieces, Terra Adler and husband Scott of Hanover, and Chloe Rose Permelia of Shippensburg; and numerous other nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Geraldine June “Gerri” (Geisler) Smith, whom passed away on September 3, 2020.

A visitation for Harvey will be held Wednesday, September 10, 2025 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Centuries Memorial Funeral Home, 8801 Mansfield Road, Shreveport, LA 71108. A funeral service will be conducted on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 12:30 p.m. in the Chapel at Centuries Memorial. Interment will take place following the service at Forest Park East, 3700 St. Vincent Ave, Shreveport, LA 71103.

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09/03/2025

Gerald A. "Jerry" Johnson

Gerald A. “Jerry” Johnson, 64, of Newburg, passed away the afternoon of Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at the WellSpan York Hospital.

He was born on February 15, 1961 in Okinawa, Japan, a son of the late Luther and Gladys Cramer Johnson.

Jerry was a veteran of the United States Army National Guard.

He is survived by his wife, Tammy S. Tosten Johnson of Newburg; two sons, Anthony (Deanna) Leab of Shippensburg and Joshua (Natalie) Johnson of Chambersburg; two daughters, Jessica (Tim) Fogelsanger of Shippensburg and Ashley (Matt) Johnson of Newville; and two grandchildren, Wyatt and Mackenzie Fogelsanger.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two siblings, Richard Johnson and Susan Johnson.

A visitation will be held on Saturday, September 20, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Fogelsanger-Bricker Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fogelsanger-Bricker Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc., Shippensburg.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.fogelsanger-brickerfuneralhome.com.

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09/01/2025

This Labor Day, we honor and celebrate the hard workers who support and strengthen our community. May today be a time to rest, reflect, and appreciate those hardworking people.

08/29/2025

The annual Shippensburg Corn Festival is tomorrow! Stop by in the morning to enjoy some good music beside the funeral home. If you need to take a break from walking, we will have chairs on our porch. Feel free to use!

08/29/2025

Betty Jane Johnson

Betty Jane Johnson, 86, of Shippensburg, departed this life on the afternoon of Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at the WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital.

She was born on February 26, 1939, in Robertsdale, Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania, the daughter of the late Harper M. and Nancy L. (Cook) Black. Betty married Fred W. Johnson on May 24, 1986, at the Shippensburg First Assembly of God. He preceded her in death on May 14, 2010.

Betty worked at the former Mt. Brook Packing House and Hustontown Sports Wear. In her free time she enjoyed sewing, crocheting, and shopping. Betty also enjoyed cleaning and took pride in keeping a clean and tidy home. She was a member of the Mt. Tabor Church of the Nazarene and a former member of the Shippensburg First Assembly of God.

She is survived by three daughters, Anita K. Bishop and Christine B. Englert and husband Kenneth, both of Hustontown, and Sandra L. Laubs and husband Raymond of Shippensburg; three grandchildren, Keith R. Englert, Kyle R. Englert and wife Harlie, and Rebecca L. Williams and husband David; three great grandchildren, Kent, Keylee, and Micah Englert; one brother, Donald “Donnie” Black; and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents and husband Betty was preceded in death by four brothers, Vernon, Harper Jr., Marshall, and Leonard.

Her funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at the Fogelsanger-Bricker Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc., Shippensburg. Pastor Deborah Strait and Mr. Jeff Black will officiate. Interment will follow in the Spring Hill Cemetery. Viewing will be one hour prior to the service on Tuesday morning at the funeral home.

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08/28/2025

Ethel L. Cover

Ethel L. Cover, 85, of Newburg, passed away the morning of Thursday, August 28, 2025 at the Chambersburg Hospital.

She was born on Wednesday, July 31, 1940 in Southampton Township, Cumberland County, a daughter of the late Ralph W. and Edna G. Piper Ocker.

Ethel worked as a licensed practical nurse for both Chambersburg Hospital and ManorCare Health Services, Chambersburg. She was a faithful member of Ridge Church of the Brethren, where she was active in the Helping Hands Sunday School, church choir, and Women’s Fellowship. Ethel was also active in the Ruomi Group and Jolly Seniors. She was a member of Franklin County Society of Farm Women Group #2 and life member of Disabled American Veteran’s Auxiliary. Ethel was an avid reader and enjoyed doing word searches.

She is survived by two children, Michael L. (Leslie) Cover of Newburg and Diana M. (James) Sikes of Orrstown; four grandchildren, Jessica (Paul) Alexander, Daniel (Ruth) Thompson, Jeremy (Janet) Thompson, and Kenny (Nicole) Sikes; 14 great-grandchildren; and two siblings, Kenneth E. Ocker of Shippensburg and E. Jane (Robert) Vaughn of Shippensburg.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Lee A. Cover who passed away on August 5, 2002. Also preceding in death are two brothers, Robert L. Ocker and Wayne E. Ocker.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, September 5, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Fogelsanger-Bricker Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc. with Rev. Harold E. Yeager and Rev. Earl F. Stovall officiating. The Mason Dixon Nurse Honor Guard will conduct honors at the start of the service. Burial will follow in Parklawns Memorial Gardens. A viewing will be held Thursday, September 4, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home and one hour prior to the service on Friday.

Memorial contributions may be made to Ridge Covenant Brethren Church, 1095 Ridge Rd., Shippensburg, PA 17257.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.fogelsanger-brickerfuneralhome.com.

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08/25/2025

Dennis R. Mathna

Dennis R. Mathna, 73, of Shippensburg, departed this life on the evening of Friday, August 22, 2025, at the Select Specialty Hospital, Harrisburg.

He was born on August 3, 1952, in Chambersburg, a son of the late Bruce and Jean (Mowery) Mathna. Dennis married Margie J. Bricker on March 16, 1996, in Hagerstown, MD.

Dennis worked at the Letterkenny Army Depot as a boiler operator and an electronics inspector for over thirty years, retiring in 2007. He was a social member of the Oscar M. Hykes American Legion Post #223, Shippensburg.

In younger years, Dennis liked to work on cars, machinery, and really anything mechanical. He could fix pretty much anything in that regard. Dennis also enjoyed traveling to Ocean City, MD, and Williamsburg, VA, to vacation with his family. In his free time he liked to play games on the computer and throughout his life he always had a great love for dogs, having many over the years.

In addition to his wife of twenty-nine years, Margie, he is survived by two daughters, Rose Perkins and husband Justin of East Stroudsburg, and Beth Perkins and husband Brandon of Sinking Spring; a step-son, Steven L. Kinley, Jr., and wife Venus Snoke of Chambersburg; two grandchildren, Avery and Lorelei Perkins; two brothers, Larry Mathna and wife Vicki, and Robert Mathna and wife Karin of Shippensburg; and several nieces and nephews.

Dennis was preceded in death by his parents.

His funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Friday, August 29, 2025, at the Fogelsanger-Bricker Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc., Shippensburg. Pastor Bruce Levy will officiate. Interment will follow in the Mongul Cemetery. Viewing will be one hour prior to the funeral on Friday morning at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter at 5051 Letterkenny Road West, Chambersburg, PA 17201.

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08/23/2025

Karen L. Orndorff

Karen L. Orndorff, 66, of Shippensburg, passed away the morning of Friday, August 22, 2025 at her home with her loving family by her side.

She was born on June 15, 1959 in Chambersburg, a daughter of Doris Gough Strayer and the late John G. Strayer.

Karen attended Shippensburg High School and worked as a seamstress for U-Wanna-Wash Frock Co. and Franklin Clothing. She also faithfully attended South Mountain Chapel. Karen loved her grandchildren and being present in their lives. She also enjoyed going on vacations and looked forward to family functions, especially family dinners around the holidays.

In addition to her mother, she is survived by her husband of 47 years, Danny E. Orndorff of Shippensburg; one daughter, Stacey (Jodie) Varner of Newville; three grandchildren, Logan Orndorff, Makayla Orndorff, and Kaitlinn Varner; five great-grandchildren; four siblings, Carl (Kathy) Strayer, Tammy (William) Johnston, and Jennifer (Paul) Fahnestock, all of Shippensburg, and Kimberly (Purnell) Dressler of Millerstown; and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by one granddaughter, Jolene Shields.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at Fogelsanger-Bricker Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc., Shippensburg with Pastor David A. Erisman officiating. Burial will follow in Cleversburg Cemetery. A viewing will be held Monday, August 25, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home and one hour prior to the service on Tuesday.

Memorial contributions may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Pennsylvania Keystone Chapter, 1501 Reedsdale Street, Suite 105, Pittsburgh, PA 15233.

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08/21/2025

Doris J. Hancock

Doris J. (Henderson) Hancock, 85, of Shippensburg, passed away the morning of Thursday, August 21, 2025 at her home with her loving family by her side.

Per Doris’s wishes, funeral services at the funeral home and interment at Cleversburg Cemetery will be private.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Fogelsanger-Bricker Funeral Home & Crematorium, Inc.

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08/20/2025

Mabel Pauline Wenger Hoover

Mabel Pauline Wenger Hoover, 93, of Gardners, passed away Monday, August 18, 2025 at her daughter’s home.

Born Wednesday, November 11, 1931 in Newburg, she was a daughter of the late Theodore Noah and Mabel Pauline Franklin Wenger.

Mabel was of the Methodist Faith. She was a former member of Hopewell United Methodist Church of McKinney. She loved to quilt, bake, spend time in her garden, and was an active member of her community.

She is survived by two daughters, Susan K. (Thomas) Day, Gardners, and Donna R. (Rick) Binner, Port St. Lucie, FL; four grandchildren, Heather L. (Dan) Baur, and Jonathan T. Day, all of Gardners, Austin R. (Karen) Binner, and Sydney R. (Jordan) Jenkins, all of Port St. Lucie, FL.; and three great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William Joseph Hoover who passed away June 23, 2024, and one brother, Allan Wenger.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at the Fogelsanger-Bricker Funeral Home & Crematorium Inc. with Pastor Dick Reese officiating. Burial will be private. A viewing will be held one hour prior to the service on Wednesday, at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Angels for Alyssa P.O. Box 262 Shermans Dale, PA 17090 or www.angelsforalyssa.com.

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