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Phyllis Forney

Phyllis Forney

Jun 14, 2023

Phyllis E. Forney 89, of Oberlin, passed Wednesday June 14, 2023, peacefully in her home, with her loving family by her side. Phyllis was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Halterman. She was preceded in death by her husband, Larry Forney, her two sons, Mark and Brian Forney and sister, Betty Goss. She is survived by her...

Douglas Hickey

Douglas Hickey

Jun 8, 2023

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Douglas D. Hickey, a cherished resident of Steelton, PA. At the age of 67, he departed from this world in the comfort of his home. Douglas dedicated 29 years of his life to the Bethlehem Steel Corporation, where he worked tirelessly until his retirement. He was a valued member...

Robert Vogel

Robert Vogel

Jun 5, 2023

Robert W. Vogel, Sr., 88, of Steelton, died Monday, June 5, 2023 in Oak Hill Village, Middletown, surrounded by his loving family. He was a retired Letter Carrier for the United States Postal Service, United States Navy Veteran and former member of St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Steelton. Robert was preceded in death by his wife, Joan A. Kist Vogel,...

Mary Fanus

Mary Fanus

Jun 1, 2023

Mary Eileen (Haines) Fanus, 65, of Swatara Twp. died Thursday June 1, 2023 in her home. Mary was a graduate of Central Dauphin East High School, Class of 1975. She furthered her studies and graduated from Thompson Institute of Harrisburg where she received an Associates degree as a Pharmaceutical Technician. She then became a Pharmaceutical Technician for the Commonwealth of...

Robert Timpko

Robert Timpko

May 31, 2023

Robert N. Timpko, 83, of Lower Paxton Twp. died Wednesday May 31, 2023 at Homeland Center in Harrisburg. Robert was a 1957 graduate of West Catholic High School, Philadelphia, a Veteran of the United States Marine Corps and a graduate of LaSalle University, Philadelphia. He worked many jobs over the years, mostly as a salesman. He worked for Chenango Supply...

Charles Smith

Charles Smith

May 27, 2023

Charles E. Smith, 76, of Penbrook, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday May 27, 2023 in his home. Charles attended Liberty University and later was self employed, having a janitorial and window cleaning business for many years. In his off time, he enjoyed bowling, fishing, camping and most of all, his family. He was the son...

Dominic Pinci

Dominic Pinci

May 19, 2023

Dominic J. Pinci, passed away, May 19, 2023, with his loving family by his side. He was born March 31, 1935 and was 88 years old. He loved spending time with his children and grandchildren. Dominic is survived by his wife of 69 years, Shirley Ann Wagner Pinci; his sons, James Pinci and wife Cheryl, Enola and Michael Pinci and...

Hannah Sprow

Hannah Sprow

May 19, 2023

Hannah M. Newbaker Sprow,100, of Steelton, died Friday, May19, 2023, in Homeland Center, Harrisburg. She was a member of Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, Steelton. Hannah was the daughter of the late Charles E. and Florence Hopple Newbaker, She was the widow of Robert J. Sprow and was preceded in death by a son, David L. Sprow. She is survived...

Elizabeth Mcclain

Elizabeth Mcclain

May 14, 2023

Elizabeth A. (Belicic) McClain, 62, died Sunday May 14, 2023 at home with her family by her side. She is the daughter of the late Michael Belicic and Late Peggy (Spahr) Swain. Elizabeth was a graduate of Mechanicsburg High School Class of 1979. She became the first paid EMT for the Tri-Community Ambulance Service of Oberlin. She was a member...

John Milakovic

John Milakovic

May 14, 2023

John J. "Milak" Milakovic, 88, of Messiah Village, died Sunday, May 14, 2023. Milak was a graduate of Steelton High School, Class of 1953 where he played baseball, football and basketball. He furthered his studies and received his Bachelor''s Degree in 1957 from Lehigh University, while attending, he was a member of Sigma Nu Fraternity and played football and baseball....

Gary Shiffler

Gary Shiffler

May 8, 2023

Gary Wayne Shiffler, 61, of Susquehanna Township, died Monday, May 8, 2023 in his home. Gary worked in maintenance for ADM Milling Company, Camp Hill. He was a 1980 graduate of Bishop McDevitt High School, member of St. Margaret Mary Roman Catholic Church, Harrisburg and he loved ballroom dancing and watching cooking shows. Gary was the son of the late...

Ruth Imbrognio

Ruth Imbrognio

May 6, 2023

Ruth E. Dormer Imbrognio, 93, of Susquehanna Twp. died Saturday, May 6, 2023 in Encompass Health - Mechanicsburg. She was a retired librarian for the Dauphin County Library System, a graduate of Steelton High School class of 1947, a member of the former St Ann''s Roman Catholic Church, Steelton and member of St. Catherine Laboure Roman Catholic Church, Swatara Twp.,...

Willa Crystal

Willa Crystal

May 4, 2023

Willa Mae (Hyman) Crystal, 100, died Thursday May 4, 2023 in Colonial Park Care Center, Lower Paxton Twp. She was a retired Nurses Aide for the former Dauphin Manor Nursing home and was a housekeeper for many years for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Willia Mae was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic Church, Harrisburg. Willa Mae loved...

Aviona Moore

Aviona Moore

May 3, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear Aviona Mae Moore on May 3rd 2023, at the age of 15. Born on May 21, 2007 in Harrisburg Hospital, Aviona filled our lives with love from the moment she came into the world. She leaves behind her mother Jen, sisters Alexis and Aubriana, brother Debron; two...

Joshua Moore

Joshua Moore

May 3, 2023

Our beloved father, husband, brother, grandfather, and friend, Joshua J. Moore passed away on May 3rd, 2023 at the age of 40. He is survived by his wife Jen; daughters Alexis and Aubriana; son Debron; 2 grandsons, Kyro and Lucas; brothers, sisters, many cousins, and countless friends and extended family. He was born in Hershey to the late Debra Sipe...

Carter Iskric

Carter Iskric

Apr 28, 2023

Carter Logan Iskric, 26, formerly of Steelton, son of Lisa M. Iskric (Companion Adam J. Richards), Steelton, and Sean P. Pisle (Jennifer), Palmyra, lost his battle with depression Friday, April 28, 2023. Carter attended Central Dauphin East High School. He was passionate and imaginative in the kitchen, having aspired to be a chef. He’s worked his way around different cuisines,...

Taras Bodnarczuk

Taras Bodnarczuk

Apr 27, 2023

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Mary Bowker

Mary Bowker

Apr 22, 2023

Mary J. Bowker, 89, of Harrisburg, passed away on April 22, 2023 in UPMC West Shore Hospital. She was born December 7, 1933 in Harrisburg, daughter to the late Phillip and Angelina Calla. She was a graduate of John Harris High School and was a retired secretary for the PA House of Representatives. She was a member of St. Joan...

Barbara Coates

Barbara Coates

Apr 20, 2023

Barbara Gayle (Chaney) Coates, 74, of Highspire, died Thursday, April 20, 2023 in the Gardens of Blue Ridge. She was the Director of the Steelton Senior Center for four years and worked for the Dauphin County Department of Aging. For 28 years she worked at the former Mechanics Savings and Loan in Steelton. She was a lifetime Auxiliary Member of...

Patricia Kolonoski

Patricia Kolonoski

Apr 18, 2023

Patricia A. Kolonoski, 62, of Steelton, passed away on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, in her home. She was a retired Paralegal Specialist for DLA General Council, New Cumberland Army Depot, had worked for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg in the Tribunal Office and for the US District Attorney's Office, Harrisburg. Patricia was a graduate of St. Joseph's Academy, Columbia....