Local Obituaries
James E. Engle, Sr.
2025
James E. “Jim” Engle, Sr., 72, of Lebanon, PA, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2025. Born in Lebanon, he was the son of the late Paul Arthur Engle and Jean Louise Grimes. He was married 43 years to Linda M. (Ruhl) Engle prior to her passing in 2017.
Jim was a graduate of Cedar Crest High School. Soon after, he...
Robert Lehman Bowermaster, Sr.
Sep 7, 2025
Robert Lehman “Bob” Bowermaster, Sr., 89, of Ephrata, and formerly of Elizabethtown and Lititz, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2025. Born in Georgetown, PA, he was the son of the late Edwin and Mary Grace (Lehman) Bowermaster. He was married to Barbara (Fasnacht) Bowermaster until her passing in 2010.
Bob was a graduate of Solanco High School in Quarryville, PA....
Andre Kaas
Sep 7, 2025
Andre Kaas, 83, passed away on September 7, 2025, at the Lebanon Veteran's Hospital.
Andre was born on August 8, 1942 in Miami, FL, to Andre Kaas Sr. and Julie Lacze.
He graduated from The Bronx New York High School. He started his career as a Pet Shop Owner in New York City and continued on as an Antique Dealer in New...
Carlos H. Gonzalez, Jr.
Sep 4, 2025
Carlos H. Gonzalez, Jr., 68, of Lebanon, passed away Thursday, September 4, 2025. Born in Arecibo, Puerto Rico, he was the son of the late Carolos H. Gonzalez, Sr. and Rosa Molini Arroyo. He was the husband of Madeline Valentin with whom he celebrated 25 years of marriage.
Of the Christian Faith, Carlos proudly served in the US Army as a...
Roberto Vargas-Martinez
2025
Roberto Vargas, 62 of Lebanon Pa peacefully left this world and joined god on August 30th 2025 surrounded my his loved ones. He was the husband of Rosiris (Rosy) Garcia with whom he celebrated 30 beautiful years of marriage. Born on February 8th 1963 in Ponce, Puerto Rico, Roberto’s life was testament to his vibrant, and humorous personality.In addition to...
Barbara E. Hehnly
Aug 22, 2025
Barbara E. Hehnly, 83, of Myerstown, passed away on Friday, August 22, 2025, at her home. She was the wife of the late Earl E. Hehnly with whom she celebrated 62 years of marriage at the time of his passing in 2024. Barbara was born in Lebanon County on December 21, 1941, a daughter of the late Myles and Edna...
Jose Francisco Tejada
2025
Snyder Bean in charge of arrangemets an online condolances may be made at www.snyderbeanfuneralhome.com
Maria Valentin
2025
María Valentín, de 60 años, residente de Lebanon, Pensilvania, falleció el 15 de agosto de 2025 en su hogar. Nacida el 24 de diciembre de 1964 en Añaco, Puerto Rico, la vida de María fue un testimonio de su vibrante personalidad, su inmenso amor por los niños y los animales, y su dedicación a su carrera en ventas y comercio...
Lisa Marie Dietrich
Aug 10, 2025
Lisa Marie Dietrich, a beloved daughter, sister, and companion, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2025, in Lebanon, Pennsylvania, just shy of her 66th birthday. Born on August 12, 1959, in Reading, Pennsylvania, Lisa brought light and joy to everyone around her from a young age. Her infectious laughter and warm spirit will be deeply missed by all who had...
Charles Arthur Hornickell
Aug 8, 2025
Charles Arthur Hornickell, born on July 13, 1928, in Lebanon PA, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2025, at Cornwall Manor in Cornwall, PA. He lived a remarkable life marked by service, dedication, and family devotion.
After graduating high school, Charles proudly served in the United States Army, where he exemplified the values of duty and honor. His commitment to community...
Jeffrey Allen Folk
Jul 31, 2025
Family requested no Obituary.
Online condolences can be made at www.snyderbeanfuneralhome.com
Thomas James Seymour
Jul 25, 2025
Thomas James Seymour, Sr. 80, of Lancaster, PA passed away peacefully on Friday, July 25, 2025, at Lebanon VA Medical Center, Lebanon, PA. Snyder Bean Funeral Home handled the local arrangements and George S. Hassler Funeral Home handled the funeral arrangements in Jackson, NJ.
George William Patches, Sr.
Jul 23, 2025
George William Patches, Sr., 66, of Lebanon, passed away on July 23, 2025, at Hershey Medical Center. Born in Lebanon, he was the son of the late David Sr. and Margaretta (Brewer) Patches. He was married to Rose (Royer) Patches for 27 years.
George was a 1977 graduate of Cedar Crest High School. He worked for various places in Lebanon and...
Ronald R. Orshesky Sr.
Jul 16, 2025
Ronald R. Orshesky Sr., 79, of Cornwall, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital in Lebanon. He was the beloved husband of the late Audrey (Schnader) Orshesky, who passed away on April 18, 2005. Together, they shared 38 years of marriage.
Born in Coatesville, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late John and Ann...
Thomas Reuben Southall
Jul 12, 2025
Thomas Reuben Southall, age 73, of Lancaster passed away peacefully on July 12, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Tom was born on February 6, 1952 in Lebanon, PA to Harry and Dorothy Southall. A devoted outdoorsman from his earliest days, he developed a profound love for hunting—cherishing the quiet of the woods, the thrill of the chase, and the camaraderie...
Douglas H. Bedell
2025
Douglas Harold Bedell was born on August 11, 1935, in Orange, New Jersey as the oldest son of Harold and Gladys Bedell. He graduated from Allegheny College, where he played saxophone in the jazz band and met Dawn Taft who would become his wife.
After college, he served in the Army at Ft. Dix, New Jersey at the end of the...
Robert E. Michael Jr.
2025
Robert E. Michael Jr., 65, of Schuylkill County and formerly of Lebanon, passed away on Sunday, June 22, 2025, at Rosewood Rehab and Nursing Center. Born in Lebanon, he was the son of the late Robert E. Michael and Stella Young Weaber. Robert was known for his sense of humor and his love of fishing.
Surviving is a brother, Raymond husband...
Garry Ricky Linam
2025
Family requested no Obituary
Online condolences can be made at www.snyderbeanfuneralhome.com
Howard D. Brought
Jun 3, 2025
Howard “Howie” Brought, 54, of Lebanon PA, passed away at the WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon, PA on June 3rd, 2025.
Howie is survived by his Partner, Rhonda Coy and family, his sisters: Dianne Brought, Jeannette Brought Frisoli, Melissa Sherman Hershey, Patti Sherman Kreiser, and brother: Steve Brought; nephews: Dwight Smith, Craig Shifflet, Jr, Robert Adley, Ryan Myers and nieces: Amy...
Judy S. Wiggington
May 24, 2025
Judy S. Wiggington, 82, of Lebanon, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at her home, with her husband by her side. Born in New Cumberland, she was the daughter of the late Robert A. and Erma Enney Losh. Judy was the loving wife of Carlis “Carl” Wiggington for 57 years. She was a faithful member of...
