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Local Obituaries for Chambersburg, PA & Greater Franklin County

Preston L. Cook

Preston L. Cook

Oct 20, 2026

Preston L. Cook, Jr., 81, of Fayetteville, PA, passed away on Tuesday morning, October 20, 2026, at the Chambersburg hospital. Born July 23,1945, in Chambersburg, he was a son of the late Preston L. Cook, Sr., and Dorothy L. Thompson Cook.

Preston was a graduate of CASHS in 1963. A veteran, he served honorably in the US army. He dedicated more...

Barbara S. Henry

Barbara S. Henry

Oct 19, 2026

Barbara S. Henry, 73, of Chambersburg, PA, passed away peacefully at her home. Born June 6, 1953, in Chambersburg, she was the daughter of the late Harry F. and Frances M. (Cox) Henry.

Barb was a member of Corpus Christi Catholic Church in Chambersburg. She was also active in several local organizations, including the Knights of Columbus, AMVETS, and the Ladies...

Carol Cody

Carol Cody

Oct 18, 2026

Carol Ann (Lynch) Cody, 90 of Chambersburg, PA passed away Sunday, October 18th at her home, leaving behind a family that loved and adored her. She was born July 5th,1936, in Gallitzin, PA to the late Mary Margaret and Earl Lynch.

She is survived by her partner, Leroy Stouffer; her sister, Patty Lynch; her sons, Dan Cody and wife, Angie; Matt...

Brian L. Horn

Brian L. Horn

Oct 18, 2026

Brian L. Horn, 81, of Chambersburg, PA passed away Sunday, October 18, 2026 in Paramount Senior Living Center, Fayetteville, PA. Born May 19, 1945 in Chambersburg, he was the son of the late Roy B. and Mary Ellen (Boyer) Horn.

He attended Chambersburg Area Schools. Brian was employed at TB Woods where he worked in the shipping department and drove a...

Karen Blanche Shannon

Karen Blanche Shannon

Oct 17, 2026

Karen Blanche Shannon, 81, of Chambersburg, went to be with the Lord on October 17, 2026, at Paramount Senior Living. Born February 22, 1945 in Mercersburg, PA, she was a daughter of the late Roy Peck, Sr., and Marden Schooley Peck. Her beloved husband of 53 years, Donald Ray Shannon, whom she married on May 31, 1968, preceded her in...

Joyce L. Fisher

Joyce L. Fisher

Oct 16, 2026

Joyce L. Fisher, 85, of Chambersburg, PA passed away Friday, October 16, 2026. Born February 12, 1941, in Ulysses, PA, she was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Fredericka (Henry) Smith.

She was a graduate of Northern Potter High School with the Class of 1958. Joyce later went on to obtain her Bachelor of Education from Mansfield University. Joyce was...

David R. Meyers

David R. Meyers

Oct 15, 2026

David R. Meyers, 86, of Chambersburg, PA passed away Thursday, October 15, 2026 in Menno Haven, Chambersburg. Born February 23, 1940 in Chambersburg, he was the son of the late Raymond and Edna (Rife) Meyers.

He was a graduate of James Buchanan High School with the Class of 1958. Dave then went on to serve with the United States National Guard...

Pamela J. Davis

Pamela J. Davis

Oct 14, 2026

Sadly, our beloved Pamela (Spandler) Davis, 92, passed away peacefully the morning of Wednesday, October 14, 2026. Born on April 25, 1934, in Gt. Yarmouth, Norfolk, England, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Majorie Spandler.

Pamela was a big personality in a small package. She had an impact on each person she interacted with. She was courageous, inspirational,...

Bishop G. Christman

Bishop G. Christman

Oct 13, 2026

Bishop G. Christman, 96, of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at Mercy House of Chambersburg. Born on January 6, 1930, to the late Ambrose and Margaret (Bishop) Christman, Bishop lived a long and meaningful life marked by love, dedication, and devotion to his family and community.

A proud graduate of Chambersburg High School’s Class of 1947,...

Gary D. Shetter Sr.

Gary D. Shetter Sr.

Oct 12, 2026

Gary entered his eternal resting place on Monday October 12, 2026. He was born on January 6th, 1944, in Chambersburg, PA to the late Paul E. Shetter Sr. and Dorothy E. (Seylar) Shetter.

Gary attended Chambersburg High School and left early to run the family farm when his father passed away in 1959. He then went to work at the United...

Ralph L. Bradley

Ralph L. Bradley

Oct 11, 2026

Ralph L. Bradley, age 81, of Fayetteville, PA, passed away on October 11, 2026, at the Chambersburg Hospital, peacefully surrounded by family. Born February 27, 1945, in Hagerstown, MD, he was the son of the late Rosalie Bradley.

Ralph was a 1961 graduate of South Hagerstown High School. Following graduation from high school, he entered the Air Force, serving in Columbus,...

Terisha Mi Cook

Terisha Mi Cook

Oct 10, 2026

Terisha Mi Cook, 53, passed at her home in Chambersburg, PA, after a lengthy illness. Born on August 26, 1973, in Seoul, Korea, she was the daughter of Ernest and Mi (Shinwon) Cook.

Terisha was a school teacher with the state of Maryland, she loved being a positive influence on so many young lives.

She leaves behind her loving children Nevaeh Miracle...

Earl Theodore Fogal

Earl Theodore Fogal

Oct 10, 2026

Earl Theodore Fogal, 91, of Chambersburg, passed away early Saturday morning, October 10, 2026, at his home with family by his side. Born November 23, 1934, in Chambersburg, he was the son of the late Earl B. and Mary A. Peters Fogal.

Earl is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Cindylee A. Barges Fogal; his (lap)dog Toby; and his...

Phyllis H. Shafer

Phyllis H. Shafer

Oct 10, 2026

Phyllis Helene Shafer (Kaplan), 88, passed away on October 10, 2026, leaving behind a family who adored her and countless people whose lives were brighter because she was in them.

Born in Brooklyn, New York, on August 7, 1938, to her deceased parents, Estelle and Harold Kaplan, Phyllis was the loving older sister of Hinda and Alan. Throughout her life, she...

Jeanette M. Gift Caratozzola

Jeanette M. Gift Caratozzola

Oct 10, 2026

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Jeanette Marie (Miley) Gift Caratozzola, 61, of Chambersburg, PA, passed away on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on September 26, 1965, in Chambersburg, PA to Bonnie J. (Adams) Miley of Chambersburg, PA and the late Julius E.K. Miley.

Jeanette was a 1983 graduate of Chambersburg Area Senior High School and, after graduation,...

Edward W. Botchie

Edward W. Botchie

Oct 7, 2026

Edward William Botchie, of Chambersburg, Pa., entered into eternal rest with his loving family by his side on Wednesday, October 7, 2026. He fought a courageous battle with brain cancer for nine months.

Ed was born on August 17, 1951, in Enhaut, Pa., the son of Joseph and Helen (Ferrance) Botchie. He attended Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church,...

Duane P. Ritchey

Duane P. Ritchey

Oct 6, 2026

Duane P. Ritchey, 90, of Marion, PA, passed away on Tuesday afternoon, October 6, 2026, at his home. Born September 12, 1936, in Mineral Point, PA, he was a son of the late Merle and Dorothy Griffith Ritchey. His beloved wife, Florence F. Molchan Ritchey, whom he married on April 3, 1956, preceded him in death on February 14, 2023.

Duane...

Charles E. Condor

Charles E. Condor

Oct 6, 2026

Charles E. Condor, 90, of Fayetteville, PA, passed away on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at his home. He was born on November 30, 1935 in Ralph, PA to the late Stephen M. and Anna (Shubert) Condor.

Chuck was a 1953 graduate of German Township High School, later attending college in Morgantown, West Virgina and California Teachers College. In 1954, he joined...

Thomas R. Diehl, Sr.

Thomas R. Diehl, Sr.

Oct 6, 2026

Thomas R. Diehl, Sr., 86, of Fayetteville, PA, passed away on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at his home surrounded by his family. Born May 21, 1940, in Chambersburg, he was a son of the late Wilbur and Margaret (Peters) Diehl. His beloved wife, Karen S. (Shatzer) Diehl, preceded him in death by just 15 hours on Monday, October 5, 2026.

Tom...

Karen D. Burkhart

Karen D. Burkhart

Oct 6, 2026

Karen (Fogal) Burkhart, 64, of Chambersburg, PA passed away Tuesday, October 6, 2026 in Mercy House of Chambersburg. Born March 25, 1962, in Chambersburg, she was the daughter of Robert S. and Mary Louise (Mason) Fogal of Chambersburg.

She was a graduate of Chambersburg Area Senior High School with the Class of 1980. Karen was employed in medical records working for...