Kevin L Otto
Oct 3, 2024
KEVIN L. OTTO
Kevin L. Otto, 63, a lifelong resident of South Middleton Township, passed away on Thursday, October 3, 2024 at home.
Born June 3, 1961, in Carlisle, he was a son of the late Harold R. and Sara “Sally” J. (Reffner) Otto.
Kevin was a 1979 graduate of Boiling Springs High School. He taught in Radiologic Technology programs at Polyclinic Hospital,...
Edward Patterson, Jr.
Sep 20, 2024
EDWARD “BUDDY” PATTERSON, JR.
Edward “Buddy” Patterson, Jr., 46, of Carlisle, died unexpectedly at his home on September 20, 2024.
Born May 24, 1978 in Hanover, PA, he was the son of Vickie (Ronan) Patterson of Carlisle and Bret Kramer of Carlisle.
Buddy had worked as a carpenter for Osborne Construction.
Surviving, in addition to his parents, is his sister, Heather Wert of Mechanicsburg,...
Rebecca J. Nelson
Sep 3, 2024
REBECCA J. NELSON
Rebecca J. Nelson, 59, of Carlisle passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at home.
Born December 15, 1964 in Harrisburg, she was the daughter of the late Brady E., Sr. and Linda (Newman) Baughman.
She was preceded in death by a brother, Brady E. Baughman, Jr.
Surviving are three children: Jessica M. (Baughman) Gardner (husband Michael), Jessie James Barclay( wife...
Gordon R. Simmers
Aug 18, 2024
Gordon "Gordie" Simmers, of Newville, Pa., passed away unexpectedly in his home on August 18, 2024, at the age of 66. He was born on January 7. 1958 and was the beloved son of Dave and Margaret (Brinkley)Simmers of Waynesboro, Pa. He was a loving father to Melissa Walters, Renee Simmers (fiance’ Ethan Franks), and Amanda Simmers. Gordon also leaves...
Bruce A. Lebo
Aug 10, 2024
BRUCE A. LEBO
Bruce A. Lebo, 93, of Carlisle, passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2024 at UPMC West Shore Hospital.
Born March 5, 1931 in Carlisle, he was the son of the late Robert J. and Sarah (Brown) Lebo. Bruce was the widower of Phyllis J. (Harvey) Lebo who passed away on February 13, 2018 and whom he married on March...

Jacqueline M. Messersmith
Aug 2, 2024
JACQUELINE M. MESSERSMITH
Jacqueline M. Messersmith, 94, of Carlisle, passed away on Friday, August 2, 2024 at Chapel Pointe at Carlisle.
Born September 2, 1929 in Harrisburg, she was the daughter of the late George and Freda (O’Donnell) Boak. She was the widow of James Messersmith.
Mrs. Messersmith was a graduate of the former William Penn High School and was a member of...
Richard E. Keck
Jul 11, 2024
RICHARD E. KECK
Richard E. Keck, 84, of Carlisle passed away at his home on July 11, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.
Richard was married to Betty (Putt) Keck after 65 years He is survived by his wife and also his daughters Cynthia Cornell of Duncannon, PA and Stephanie Peters of Carlisle, 4 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. He is also...

William E. Gardner
Jul 6, 2024
Sheesh. My father didn’t want an obituary, funeral, or memorial. However, it has been brought to my attention that he meant something to a lot of you. So if I’m going to disobey his wishes, we’re going to do this right. If you loved my father or he had any impact on your life at all, and you want to...

Rita M. Stanek
Jun 30, 2024
Rita M. Stanek, 68, of Carlisle passed away on Sunday, June 30, 2024 at UPMC West Shore Hospital.
Born January 9, 1956 in McKeesport, PA, she was the daughter of the late Peter and Marie (Lipocak) Smerecky.
Mrs. Stanek was retired from the U S Government where she had been a Supervisor for Department of Defense.
She attended St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church,...
Carolyn J. Dasher
Jun 23, 2024
CAROLYN J. DASHER
Carolyn J. “Steve” Dasher, 87 of Boiling Springs passed peacefully at home on Sunday, June 23, 2024 surrounded by her loving family.
Born May 11, 1937 in Mechanicsburg she was the daughter of the late Harry and Clara (Lebo) Hair.
“Steve” was retired from the Williams Grove Speedway where she was the office manager for many years. She had also...
Alice R. Gardner
Jun 16, 2024
ALICE R. GARDNER
Alice R. Gardner, 94, of Carlisle, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 16, 2024 at home.
Born January 26, 1930 in Curwensville, PA, she was the daughter of the late Harry E. And Eva M. (Michael) Rundell. She was the widow of Herbert K. Gardner who died March 20, 2016.
Mrs. Gardner was a member of Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church,...
Michele M. Hamilton
May 31, 2024
Michele M Hamilton, affectionately known as “Mish” to her friends and family, passed away on Friday, May 31, 2024. Born on June 19, 1960, in Jersey City, New Jersey to Judy and Robert Iten, she leaves behind a legacy of love, education, and community spirit.
The following from an unknown author describes Michele and her spirit:
“A limb has fallen from the...

Joseph R. Brown
May 28, 2024
JOSEPH R. BROWN
Joseph R. Brown, 64, of Carlisle, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2024 at Golden Living Center of the West Shore.
Born July 13, 1959 in McComb, MS he was the son of the late Willie T. Brown And Ruby (Magee) Brown.
Joe was retired from Carlisle Syntec. He was a 1977 graduate of McComb High School and was a...
Joan F. Easparro
May 21, 2024
JOAN FRANCES ELIZABETH KERR EASPARRO
Joan Frances Elizabeth Kerr Easparro, 82, of Carlisle passed peacefully on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at Carlisle Skilled Rehabilitation Center.
Born November 18, 1941 in Brooklyn, NY, she was the daughter of the late James and Sadie (Redden) Kerr.
Joan was a member of St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, Ronkonkoma, NY and was a retired secretary. She was a...
Mary Ann Henry
May 20, 2024
MARY ANN HENRY
Mary Ann Henry, 89, of Carlisle, died on Monday, May 20, 2024, at Cumberland Crossings Retirement Community, Carlisle.
Born March 13, 1935, in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Alfred and Edna (Castor) Bauer. Mrs. Henry was the widow of Robert E. Henry, who died November 13, 2005.
Mary Ann was retired from Claremont Nursing & Rehabilitation Center where...
Diane Lynne Mitten
May 17, 2024
DIANE L. MITTEN
Diane L. Mitten, 61, of Shermans Dale, passed away on Friday, May 17, 2024 at home surrounded by family and friends.
Born February 13, 1963 in Mechanicsburg, she was the daughter of the late Stanley and Hattie (Maines) Rudy Smith. She was the step daughter of Wesley Smith.
Diane was retired from PHEAA. She then worked for both...

Joseph D. Cassaro
Apr 19, 2024
JOSEPH D. CASSARO
Joseph D. Cassaro, 74, of Enola, passed away at home on April 19, 2024
Born in Foggia, Italy on September 22, 1949 he was the son of the late Daniel J. And Josephine Cassaro.
Mr. Cassaro was a retired tow truck driver. He loved his dogs and watching TV.
Surviving are his son: Anthony (Michelle) Cassaro of St. Cloud, FL; his step daughters...
Martha Ann Jamieson
Apr 18, 2024
MARTHA ANN HARDING JAMIESON
Martha “Ann” Jamieson, 87, of Boiling Springs, passed away on April 18, 2024 at UPMC Carlisle.
Born October 23, 1936 in Elizabeth, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Clarke T. and Martha (Fisher) Harding. Ann was the widow of Lt. Col. (Retired) James R. Jamieson, who died June 2, 2019.
She was a graduate of Colby College in Waterville,...
Andrea C. Shirk
Mar 10, 2024
ANDREA C. SHIRK
Andrea C. Shirk, 81, of Mechanicsburg, passed away peacefully at home on March 10, 2024.
Born April 18, 1942 in Corning, NY, she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Charlotte Margueritte (Knott) Chatlas.
She was a graduate of Belfonte H.S. and a graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania where she earned her teaching degree in Early Elementary Education....
Buel E. "Bo" Chandler
Mar 2, 2024
BUEL E. CHANDLER
Buel E. Chandler “Bo”, 65, of Carlisle, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, March 2, 2024.
Born in Bath, ME on July 13, 1958 he was the son of Paul and Evelyn (Doiron) Chandler of Carlisle.
Buel was retired from the Federal Government where he worked as a Systems Analyst.
Bo attended the University of Southern Maine, received his B.S. degree...