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Donna A. (Kepner) Althouse

Donna A. (Kepner) Althouse

Nov 4, 2026

Donna A. (Kepner) Althouse, 82, of Harrisburg, passed away at home surrounded by family on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. Born in Steelton on June 4, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Edgar Allyn and Prudence Vivian (Christie) Kepner. She was the loving wife of the late Kenneth Robert Althouse, who preceded her in death in 2021. She was...

Alexander Lewis Yoder

Alexander Lewis Yoder

Nov 3, 2026

Alexander Lewis Yoder, 16, of Middletown, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Born in Harrisburg, he was the son of Paul and Amy (Day) Yoder.

Alex was a Sophomore at Middletown Area High School, where he sang in the choir. He enjoyed jet-skiing, and playing video games and Dungeons & Dragons. He was a devoted son, brother, and friend...

Mika Gabriella Burrage

Mika Gabriella Burrage

Oct 29, 2026

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Mika Gabriella Burrage, 28, of Lemoyne, passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at Penn State Holy Spirit Medical Center after facing cancer with extraordinary courage. Born in Brooklyn, NY, on June 28, 1998, she was the beloved daughter of James Renaldo Burrage and Jane Wendy (Jonson) Panza.

Mika was a beautiful...

Elaine Louise (Walch) Singer

Elaine Louise (Walch) Singer

Oct 25, 2026

Elaine Louise Walch Singer, 88, passed away with her loved ones nearby at the Bob Fryer and Family Hospice Center in Mt. Joy.

Elaine was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Robert and Marie Walch; and brother, Donald. She is survived by her devoted and loving husband of 63 years, Robert Singer; daughter Amy Singer Foltz (Gregg, husband); grandsons Connor...

Janet M. (Uckele) Vajda

Janet M. (Uckele) Vajda

Oct 23, 2026

Janet M. (Uckele) Vajda, 90, of Harrisburg, passed away on Friday, October 23, 2026 at Penn State Hershey Medical Center. Born in Pottsville, PA on May 28, 1936, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Margaret (Willard) Uckele. She was also preceded in death by one sister, Suzanne Wagenmann.

Janet is survived by her loving husband of 68 years,...

Frank P. Grubic

Frank P. Grubic

Oct 21, 2026

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Frank P. Grubic, 83, of Harrisburg, passed away on October 21, 2026, at home. He was the son of the late Frank and Mary Grubic.

Frank grew up in Enhaut, PA, and graduated from Bishop McDevitt High School in 1961. He began his career as a carpet installer for Keystone Rug Company. In 1969, he started his...

Ella Jane (Staub) Yetter

Ella Jane (Staub) Yetter

Oct 16, 2026

Ella Jane (Staub) Yetter, born 10/8/1924 passed away on October 16th, 2026. Predeceased by her mother and father, Ervin and Olive (Brumbaugh) Staub, husband Arthur R Yetter Sr., son Donald Yetter and son Arthur R Yetter, Jr., daughter-in-law Lorraine Yetter and many siblings. Leaving behind her devoted son Barry Yetter and daughter-in-law Keely Yetter, 9 grandchildren, multiple great grandchildren and...

Catherine "Kitty" Lattuca

Catherine "Kitty" Lattuca

Oct 12, 2026

Some people leave their world with a legacy of love that will never be forgotten.

Catherine “Kitty” Lattuca, 81, peacefully entered her eternal home after a brief illness. 

Kitty’s kindness knew no limits, her heart had room for everyone, and her life was defined by giving to others. 

The youngest of three girls, Kitty distinguished herself with her signature sense of humor and...

Mary L. (Basonic) Martin

Mary L. (Basonic) Martin

Oct 11, 2026

Mary L. (Basonic) Martin, 77, of Steelton, passed away on Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Penn State Hershey Medical Center. Born in Harrisburg on January 19, 1949, she was the daughter of the late Sara Louise (Moore) Gluntz. She was also preceded in death by her stepfather William Gluntz.

Mary was a member of the former St. James Roman Catholic parish...

Julia Pederson

Julia Pederson

Oct 9, 2026

In Loving Memory of Dr. Julia Pederson

Julia Pederson, MD, born June 5, 1985, was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, pediatrician, and friend whose life was defined by curiosity, compassion, determination, and an unwavering belief in what was possible.

A California girl at heart, Julia excelled academically and athletically, earning recognition as CIF Player of the Year in high school before graduating...

Jeanette C. (Simonic) Fabian

Jeanette C. (Simonic) Fabian

Oct 7, 2026

Jeanette C. (Simonic) Fabian, 90, of Harrisburg, passed away at home on Wednesday, October 7, 2026. Born in Steelton on September 10, 1936, she was the daughter of the late Jacob and Anna (Kostelic) Simonic. She was the wife of the late Charles J. Fabian, Sr., who preceded her in death in 2019.

Jeanette was a member of the American Legion...

Michael L. Rozman

Michael L. Rozman

Oct 5, 2026

Michael L. Rozman, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on October 5, 2026 at the age of 70. He was the husband of Kimberly (Bogner) Rozman, with whom he shared 38 years of marriage.

Born in Steelton, PA, he was the son of the late Louis and Frances (Smith) Rozman. He was also preceded in death by two of his...

Paul Francis Kasper

Paul Francis Kasper

Oct 3, 2026

Paul Francis Kasper, 80, of Harrisburg, passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at Arden Courts of Susquehanna. Born in Putnam, CT on December 7, 1945, he was the son of the late Walter and Laurette (Bachand) Kasper. He was the husband of the late Mary (Slade) Kasper, who preceded him in death in 2018. He was also preceded in...

Karen A. (Mrljak) Whitmire

Karen A. (Mrljak) Whitmire

Sep 29, 2026

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Karen A. (Mrljak) Whitmire, 71, of Carlisle and formerly of Steelton, passed away at Claremont Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. Born in Harrisburg, she was the daughter of the late Joseph G. and Florence M. (Howe) Mrljak. She was the wife of the late William E. Whitmire. She was also...

William Joseph Brigham

William Joseph Brigham

Sep 28, 2026

William Joseph Brigham, 88, of Steelton, passed away Monday, September 28, 2026 in Penn State - Holy Spirit Medical Center.

Bill was a proud United States Navy Veteran, serving as a Sailor on a Submarine and retired after 23 years of service to his county. Bill was a Field Worker for Analytical Laboratories and a member of Seven Sorrows of the...

Kelly Dee (Romberger) Matthews

Kelly Dee (Romberger) Matthews

Sep 21, 2026

Kelly Dee (Romberger) Matthews, 48, passed away on Monday, September 21, 2026 at Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, with family by her side. Born in Harrisburg on July 13, 1978, she was the daughter of the late Richard M. Romberger, Jr. and Janet F. (West) Winters. She was also preceded in death by her grandparents, Richard M. Romberger,...

Ronald J. "Moe" Kable, Jr.

Ronald J. "Moe" Kable, Jr.

Sep 20, 2026

Ronald J. Kable, Jr. 67 of Highspire, passed away at home on September 20, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer, just two days shy of his 68th birthday. He was the son of Louise Conjar and Ronald J. Kable Sr. and was proudly born and raised on the “West Side” of Steelton.

He was the loving husband...

Joan E. (Soulliard) Burnette

Joan E. (Soulliard) Burnette

Sep 19, 2026

Joan E. (Soulliard) Burnette, 73, of Middletown, passed away on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at UPMC Harrisburg Hospital with family by her side. Born in Harrisburg on October 14, 1952, she was the daughter of the late Gilbert and Betty (McCurdy) Soulliard. She was the wife of the late Leo C. Burnette, Jr., who preceded her in death in 2023.

Joan...

Samuel Robinson

Samuel Robinson

Sep 18, 2026

Samuel Robinson, 80, of Middletown, passed away on Friday, September 18, 2026 at UPMC Harrisburg Hospital with family by his side. Born in Harrisburg on February 14, 1946, he was the son of the late Peter Epts and Callie Woolfork. He was also preceded in death by his sisters Mary Robinson Spriggs and Thelma Robinson; and his brother Jerome Robinson.

Samuel...

Josephine Ann (Gustin) Cook

Josephine Ann (Gustin) Cook

Sep 13, 2026

Josephine Ann (Gustin) Cook, 90, of Bressler, passed away at home on Sunday, September 13, 2026. Born in Harrisburg on May 24, 1936, she was the daughter of the late John and Mary (Hren) Gustin. She was also preceded in death by 13 brothers and sisters.

Josephine was a member of Prince of Peace Roman Catholic Parish and a member of...