Obituaries
Lena Verdegem
Jun 16, 2026
Lena M. Verdegem, a devoted homemaker and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on June 16, 2026, in West Chester, PA. Born on February 1, 1935, in Independence, Virginia, Lena lived a life marked by love, dedication, and steadfast commitment to her family and faith.
A graduate of S. Horace Scott High School, class of 1952, Lena embraced the...
Ronald Barry Couram
Jun 13, 2026
Ronald Barry Couram, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on June 13, 2026. Born on December 6, 1959, in West Grove, Pennsylvania, Ronald’s life was marked by his unwavering dedication to his family and friends, and the joy he found in simple pleasures.
Ronald was a man of great warmth and generosity, known especially for...
Raymond C. Campbell
Jun 21, 2026
Raymond C. Campbell, 72, of Westwood, PA, passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2026 at the Chester County Hospital in West Chester, PA. He was the husband of the late Sharon Franklin Campbell who died in 2018. They shared 25 years of marriage. Born in Coatesville, he was the son of the late Donald Campbell and Marion Esworthy Campbell.
Ray was...
Jonathan A. Mattson
Jun 20, 2026
Jonathan Allen Mattson, 39, of Honey Brook PA, passed away at his home after a short battle with cancer. He was the beloved husband of Rochelle Mattson with whom he shared 12 years of marriage. Born in Reading, PA, he was the son of Ernest and Pamela Mattson.
Jonathan attended Twin Valley High School. He was employed through the years in...
Charles L. Steen, Sr.
Jun 18, 2026
Charles L. Steen, Sr., 88, of Coatesville, passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2026 at the University of Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. He was the beloved husband of Sandra E. Gillespie Steen with whom he shared 65 years of marriage. Born in Coatesville, he was the son of the late Howard P. Steen and Katherine Whiteman Steen.
Charlie was an...
Deborah K. Beatty
Jun 18, 2026
Deborah K. Beatty, a loving and caring soul, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2026, in Honey Brook, Pennsylvania. Born on February 1, 1953, in Goldsboro, North Carolina, Deborah’s life was marked by dedication, kindness, and a spirit of adventure.
A proud graduate of Goldsboro High School, Deborah embarked on a career as a secretary in the oil industry, where she...
Olive A. Baker
Jun 17, 2026
Olive A. Baker, 92 of Lititz passed away on June 17,2026 at Landis Homes where she has been residing since February 2026. She was the wife of the late William C. Baker who passed away in 2008. Born in Barnsley, PA she was the daughter of the late Anna and W. Clyde Beyer.
Olive attended West Fallowfield school and graduated from...
Robert W. McKittrick Jr.
Jun 15, 2026
Robert W. McKittrick Jr., a devoted family man, seasoned businessman, and respected community member, passed away peacefully at home on June 15, 2026. Born in Philadelphia, PA, on January 7, 1940, Robert led a life marked by dedication, perseverance, and a deep love for those around him.
Robert proudly served his country in the United States Navy from 1959 to 1963,...
Bonnie K. Tribbett
Jun 14, 2026
Bonnie K. (O'Brien) Tribbett, 70, of Pomeroy, Pennsylvania, passed away unexpectedly at home on June 14, 2026. Her life, defined by warmth, generosity, and quiet strength, touched all who had the privilege to know her. She was raised in Delaware County by Walter and Jule O'Brien with three siblings Patricia Hefton (husband Fred), Colleen Slavick, and Cole O'Brien Sr (wife...
Aleah F. Donkewicz
Jun 14, 2026
Aleah F. Donkewicz, 75, of Gap, PA, passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2026 at the York Hospital in York, PA. She was the beloved wife of Terry Lee Donkewicz, Sr. with whom she shared 59 years of marriage. Born in "Beaver Dam" East Fallowfield Township, Chester County, she was the daughter of the late Howard Lee Stone and Margaret...
Mark S. Groff
Jun 14, 2026
Mark S. Groff, a beloved member of the West Chester community, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2026, at West Chester Rehab in West Chester, PA. Born on April 3, 1968, Mark dedicated his life to kindness and service, always lending a helping hand wherever he could.
A 1987 graduate of CASH , Mark worked at Harvey's garage and was known...
Darlene Shirk
Jun 11, 2026
Darlene (Perry) Shirk was an incredible woman who touched so many lives in her 80 years of life. She was married to her lifelong sweetheart; Norris Shirk for over 60 years until he passed last October. She was a stay-at-home mom for most of our childhood until she got a job at Octorara school as a cook for around 25...
Lawrence Albert Brown Sr.
Jun 10, 2026
Lawrence Albert Brown Sr. (“Buzz”)
Lawrence Albert Brown Sr., affectionately known as “Buzz,” passed away peacefully on June 10th, 2026, at the age of 73.
Born on July 4 1952, Buzz lived a life defined by hard work, generosity, and unwavering love for his family. A longtime resident of Parkesburg, Pennsylvania, he dedicated many years of service as a security guard at...
Janice Wittmaier
Jun 3, 2026
Janice Wittmaier, a devoted nurse, compassionate volunteer, and beloved member of her community, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2026 in West Chester. Born on August 26, 1941, Janice dedicated her life to caring for others and enriching the lives of those around her.
As an accomplished nurse, Janice worked diligently in hospitals and provided private duty care, demonstrating unwavering commitment...
Marvin "Elwood" Young
Jun 3, 2026
Marvin Elwood Young, 86, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at Pocopson Home where he had resided for the past several years. He was the devoted husband of the late Iva J. Young.
Born in Tazewell, Virginia, Elwood was the son of the late Homer Fairbanks Young and Stella Lambert Young.
A 1959 graduate of Unionville High School, Elwood was...
Douglas A. Edwards
May 30, 2026
Douglas A. Edwards, a devoted family man, skilled tradesman, and cherished member of his community, suddenly passed away at home on May 30, 2026. Born on October 9, 1961, in Ephrata, Doug lived a life marked by dedication, integrity, and a deep love for his family and his Savior.
He attended Brick Lane Church in Elverson, PA. A 1979 graduate of...
Ronald W. Burns
May 29, 2026
Ronald Wynde Burns died peacefully, surrounded by the people he called family who loved and cared for him during his final years. He was 90 years old. Ron entered into nursing care in 2020 with advanced dementia brought on by some minor strokes about 30 years prior. It was a long and gradual decline. Never afraid to learn something new,...
Roger B. Miller
May 27, 2026
Roger Bruce Miller, 85, of Parkesburg, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, with his daughters by his side.
Born on December 22, 1940, in Coatesville, Pennsylvania, Roger was the son of the late Norman Miller and Louise Woods Miller.
Roger attended Lenover School as a child and later moved to Philadelphia where he attended William Sayre High...
Margaret "Peg" J. Evans
May 27, 2026
Margaret J. "Peg" Evans, 92, of Parkesburg passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. She was the wife of the late George W. Evans who passed away in April. They shared 70 years of marriage. Born in Reading, PA, she was the daughter of the late Francis John Mulligan and Charlotte Lucinda...
Thomas D. Raffier
May 27, 2026
Thomas Raffier, born on April 23, 1934, in Gilbertsville, Massachusetts, passed away on May 27, 2026, in Sadsburyville, Pennsylvania. His life was marked by dedication, service, and a deep commitment to his family and country.
Thomas honorably served in the Army, stationed in Alaska, during the Korean War, a testament to his courage and patriotism in a time of great challenge....
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