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This page is dedicated to informing our parishioner’s of recent death’s within our parish. The parish community of St. Joan of Arc extends our deepest sympathies to the families & friends of these individuals.
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This page is dedicated to informing our parishioner’s of recent death’s within our parish. The parish community of St. Joan of Arc extends our deepest sympathies to the families & friends of these individuals.
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Edward J. Kelly, 86, of Hershey, passed away Thursday, December 29, 2016 in The Gardens at Campbelltown.
Born March 3, 1930 in Pottsville, he was a son of the late Edward and Margaret (Boyle) Kelly and was also preceded in death by siblings Jean Gretsky, Thomas Kelly, and Eileen Geary. A member of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, Hershey, he was a U.S. Army Captain serving in the Korean War. He owned his own business as a Combustion Consultant to major steel mills worldwide and was a former Vice President of Hauck Manufacturing, Cleona. Surviving are his wife of 65 years, Mary L. (Dunnigan) Kelly; children Patricia Langley of Wilmington, Delaware, Edward, husband of Diane Kelly of East Granby, Connecticut, Kathy Black of Palmyra and Michael, husband of Kathy Kelly of Palmyra; and grandchildren Daniel Langley, Jonathan Kelly, Katie Kelly, Kevin Kelly, and Christina Kelly. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 12:30 PM Tuesday, January 3, 2017 at his church, 359 West Areba Avenue, Hershey, preceded by a viewing beginning at 11:30 AM at the church. Interment, with military honors, will be in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice for All Seasons, 280 South Hill Drive, Grantville, PA 17028 or St. Joan of Arc, 359 West Areba Avenue, Hershey, PA 17033 (Memorial Gifts can be made online here). Source: http://obits.pennlive.com/obituaries/pennlive/obituary-print.aspx?n=edward-j-kelly&pid=183266739
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Edward K. Bott, 68, of Campbelltown, Pennsylvania, passed Friday, December 23, 2016 at home in the loving arms of his family.
He was the husband of Candy (Papich) Bott. He is survived by sons, Brian Bott, husband of Ashley Bott, of Palmyra, and Michael Bott, husband of Tara Bott, of Georgetown, Delaware; and his grandchildren, Pia Bott and Makenzie Bott. Ed is also survived by his sister Amelia Forester of Palmyra; his brother, James Bott of South Carolina; and several nieces and nephews. Born in Hershey, Pennsylvania, Ed was the son of the late James (McGuigan) Bott and Julia (Krynitsky) Bott. Ed was a member of Saint Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, Hershey. He was an avid fisherman and gardener. Above all, his family was most important and gave him the greatest joy in life. He served in the United States Air Force in Thailand during the Vietnam War and entered into a career as a cardiovascular technician following his service. The family will receive relatives and friends Friday, December 30, 2016 from 10:15-11:15 a.m. in Saint Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Avenue, Hershey, Pa. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in Saint Joan of Arc Church following the visitation at 11:30 a.m. Entombment with Military Honors will follow at Gethsemane Cemetery, Laureldale, Berks County. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested contributions may be made to: www.pawoundedwarriors.org/opportunities/donating. Source: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/readingeagle/obituary-print.aspx?n=edward-bott&pid=183215653 William J. Butch, 62, of Dauphin and formerly of Hershey, passed away as the sun set on December 21, 2016 at Harrisburg Hospital with his loved ones surrounding him. Born May 18, 1954 in Hershey, he was the son of the late Joseph P. Butch, Sr. and Effie C. (Croci) Butch.
Bill was a devoted and loving husband to Jennifer E. (Irwin) Butch, father to Ryan N. Butch, Nicholas I. Butch, Elizabeth Butch Ryglicki (husband, Jason Ryglicki), brother to Joseph P. Butch, Jr. (wife, Betty), James L. Butch, dec. (wife, Jean), and Mary J. Butch, uncle, and friend to many. He enjoyed spending time with his puppy, Buffy, and his grand dogs, Wookie and Kona. Bill was a member of the 1972 graduating class at Hershey High School and an alumnus of Penn State University. He retired from the federal government after 37 years of service as a program manager for the Department of Defense at both the Mechanicsburg and New Cumberland Depots. In 2014, Bill returned to his passion of selling real estate. He was a lifelong athlete, enjoying many games of baseball, basketball, football, and countless rounds of golf. He was also an avid biker, hiker, kayaker, and fisherman who was always in search of the big catch. Visitation will be held Tuesday, December 27th from 5:00 pm-7:00 pm and also on Wednesday, December 28th from 9:30 am-10:30 am in the Hoover Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., Route 422 & Lucy Avenue in Hershey. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, December 28th at 11:00 am in the St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Ave., Hershey. Interment will be private in the Hershey Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorial contributions be made to Penn State Pulmonary Research. Checks payable to Penn State, Attn: University Development, P.O. Box 852, Hershey, PA 17033. Source: http://obits.pennlive.com/obituaries/pennlive/obituary-print.aspx?n=bill-butch&pid=183199093 Rudolph "Rudy" R. Sonni, 94, of Hershey passed away on Monday, December 19, 2016, bringing a peaceful close to a lifetime devoted to his family.
Rudy was the second of five children born to Giovanni and Rose Sonni on March 9, 1922 in Plumville, PA. Rudy met his beloved wife Della (Zaccagnini) the night he dined at her family's restaurant. They celebrated their 70thh wedding anniversary this year. Della often said, "Rudy is the kindest, gentlest man that ever lived." Together they raised six children, Randi (Bob) Mazzoni; Jacqueline (Chuck) Sludden; Barbara (Tom) Ensminger; Thomas (Sharon) Sonni; Lawrence Sonni; and Rosemary (Mike) Walsh, who awaits her dad in heaven. Rudy and Della were blessed to be surrounded by their adoring fourteen grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren. Rudy is survived by his loving brother, Sam Sonni and sisters-in-law Julie Sonni, Dee Sonni, Vera D'Amelio and many nieces and nephews. Mr. Sonni was a proud veteran of World War II and a retired systems analyst for the federal government. He was a dedicated member of St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, serving in many volunteer roles. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11am on Thursday, December 22nd at St. Joan of Arc Church, 359 West Areba Avenue, Hershey. At Rudy's request there will not be a viewing. Interment with military honors will be Friday at the Fort Indiantown Gap National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to The Rose Grant Scholarship Fund at Lebanon Catholic School, 1400 Chestnut Avenue, Lebanon, PA 17042. Rudy's family would like to express our deepest gratitude for the kindness given to our dad by his caregivers. Source: http://obits.pennlive.com/obituaries/pennlive/obituary-print.aspx?n=rudolph-r-sonni&pid=183152329 After a very rich life of 100 years, Velvia Fischer passed away on Dec. 9, 2016. She was born in Cornwall, Pennsylvania to Giocando and Maria Barbini. She was predeceased by her husband Joseph and siblings: Bill (wife Mary) Barbini, Bert (husband Ron) Kane, Faye Barbini, Vera (husband Kelly) Callaghan, and Lee (husband Dick) Willis.
She had many interests and participated in many organizations, but Girls Scouts was dearest to her heart. Not only was she a leader for many years, but was also on the local Girl Scout Council. She was proud to be involved in the development of Camp Catherine in Hershey. Mrs. Fischer was an amazing woman of many talents and great warmth. Her family feels blessed that she was part of their lives for so long. She will continue to be forever in their hearts. She was survived by four children. She enjoyed speaking Italian with her son James (wife Ruth) Fischer, watching her son Andy (wife Jean Marie) Fischer play bocce, and cruising with her daughters Barbara Cotter and Kathy (husband Ray) Brown. At age 97, she started playing bocce at the Hershey Italian Club with Jean Marie. She was also survived by six grandchildren: Rick (wife Lydia Cotter), Pat (wife Bonnie) Cotter, Beverly (husband Jodi) Griffor, Erica Brown, Drew and Matt Fischer; as well as five great grandchildren: Sadi Cotter, Aiden and Emily Cotter, and Daniel and Jason Griffor. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00am on Wednesday, December 14th at St Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Avenue in Hershey. Per Velvia's request, there will be no visitation or viewing. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Camp Catherine, Derry Township Camping Association, Inc. at 1275 Swatara Road, Hershey, PA 17033. Source: http://obits.pennlive.com/obituaries/pennlive/obituary-print.aspx?n=velvia-fischer&pid=183068987 Frances M. Ritter, 95, of Hershey, passed away Sunday, December 4, 2016 at Spring Creek Care Center, Harrisburg.
She was the daughter of the late Salvador and Mary Pugliese; and preceded in death by her husband, Harry M. Ritter; a son, Harry R. Ritter; grandsons, Justin and Matthew Ritter; sisters, Ida Angler and Lucy Boone; and a brother, Ralph Pugliese. Surviving are 2 sons, Barry (Sandy), of Mechanicsburg and Robert (Kathy), of Harrisburg; 9 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and 6 great-great-grandchildren. Funeral Service will be held at 11:30 AM Thursday, December 8, 2016 in Neill Funeral Home, 3501 Derry St., Harrisburg, Rev. Steven Arena, officiating. Burial will be at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery. A viewing will be held from 10:30 AM Thursday until the time of the service at the funeral home. Source: http://obits.pennlive.com/obituaries/pennlive/obituary.aspx?n=frances-m-ritter&pid=182999448&fhid=4022 Mary A. Vieli Whisler, 88, of Middletown, formerly of Hershey, passed away on Thursday, November 17, 2016 at home. Born December 8, 1927, in Hershey, she was the daughter of the late Pietro and Theresa Gasper.
Mary retired from Hershey Foods with over 22 years of service and was a lifelong member of the St. Joan of Arc Church in Hershey. Surviving are her son Michael Vieli of Middletown; daughters Rebecca Caruso and husband David of Hershey; Jo-Ann Vieli of Hershey; and Ann-Marie Rudewicz of Harrisburg; 4 grandchildren, Carly Caruso of Middletown, Paul Rudewicz of Harrisburg, Staff Sergeant Tyler Caruso of Quantico, VA, and Bryce Caruso of Hershey; and 2 great grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, November 25, 2016 at 10:30 am in her church. Interment will be in the Indiantown Gap National Cemetery in Annville. There will be no visitation. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Mary's honor to St. Joan of Arc Church, 359 W. Areba Ave., Hershey, PA 17033. Source: http://obits.pennlive.com/obituaries/pennlive/obituary-print.aspx?n=mary-a-vieli-whisler&pid=182664760 The last living child of the family that brought America the Reese's Peanut Butter Cup, has passed away in Hershey. Rose A. (Reese) Rippon went peacefully at home on November 13th with family members at her side. Rose lived her entire life in Hershey.
Her father Harry Burnett Reese invented the Reese's Peanut Butter Cup in his basement and founded the H.B. Reese Candy Company in 1923. That company was acquired by the then-named Hershey Chocolate Company in 1963. Mr. Reese and his wife Blanche had 16 children, 13 of whom survived to adulthood, of which Rose was the youngest daughter, born January 16, 1921. Rose attended Hershey High School, graduating in 1939. Mr. Hershey had the practice of attending the graduation ceremony of the public Hershey High School, which was at The Hershey Theatre. Rose liked to share the anecdote that, at her commencement of which she was the Valedictorian, when her name was announced, Mr. Hershey put his glasses back on to take a closer look at the daughter of his friend, H.B. Reese. Rose married Donald J. Rippon of Jermyn, Pennsylvania, who was a graduate of the Pennsylvania State Police Academy. Rose and Donald raised seven children, five boys and two girls, each of whom survives: H. James Rippon, Charles W. "Bill" Rippon, Thomas R. Rippon, Rosemarie Blanche (Rippon) Prete, Timothy J. Rippon, Rebecca A. (Rippon) Hilgers and David J. Rippon. Rose is also survived by her son -in-law, Roland Hilgers, 12 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Rose survived her 8 brothers and 7 sisters. Rose had her hands full raising seven children and perhaps showed her love best by cooking and baking up a storm. In fact, her sticky buns were in high demand and famously known all over Hershey as "Rosie's Rolls." Baking and distributing the rolls was a Rippon family tradition. Other traditions include poker tournaments with her children and grandchildren and watching her favorite team, the Phillies. Rose was also a graduate of the Franklin School of Science and Arts in Philadelphia. She worked as a phlebotomist at the original Hershey Hospital, the Polyclinic Hospital and at Penn State Hershey Medical Center after it opened later in her medical career. She went from examining blood cells under a microscope to processing blood using a laser-based machine that assisted with diagnosis. Rose was an avid bridge player and golfer. One year Rose won the Women's Championship in golf at the Hershey Country Club. She was known for hitting her drives consistently straight down the fairway and for two-putting. She was also a member of the Club's Curling Team. She spent her childhood summers at the Reese family home in Virginia where she enjoyed the ocean, boating, and fishing with her father in Wachapreague. All of Rose's children were athletes or cheerleaders and Rose enjoyed supporting them at their games and in their other school and community activities. Rose was a vivacious lover of life. She was a loyal member of the Hershey Italian Lodge and often ate dinner there and loved socializing and playing bocce ball with her many friends. Rose also was an enthusiastic patron of the Iberian Lounge at The Hotel Hershey, and went there to dance with her husband "Rip". Rose loved red roses, as well as the night of the full moon; she basked in its radiance, and fittingly passed away in white radiance as the full moon arose. Rose was a member of the Saint Joan of Arc Catholic Church and held a strong faith in God. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at at 10:30 AM on Friday, November 18th in her church at 359 West Areba Avenue, Hershey. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 PM on Thursday, November 17th in the Hoover Funeral Home, Route 422 & Lucy Avenue, Hershey. Rose supported many civic and charitable organizations and would go door-to-door raising funds for these groups in her Palmdale neighborhood. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made in her honor to the Penn State Children's Hospital (Children's Miracle Network) P.O. Box 855, Hershey PA 17033-0855 Source: http://obits.pennlive.com/obituaries/pennlive/obituary-print.aspx?n=rose-a-rippon-reese&pid=182529667 Marguerite A. (Banks) Caso, 65, of Hershey, passed away on November 4, 2016 in her home surrounded by her loving family.
She was born July 1, 1951 in Kansas City, MO, daughter of the late and John and Betty Jane Banks. Marguerite was a member of St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, Hershey; the Red Hat Society; Hershey Horticultural Society; and a volunteer for the Hershey Food Bank. In all things, Marguerite had profound love, gratitude, and deep appreciation for her family, friends, and the United States of America. Marguerite is survived by; husband, Peter Caso D.D.S. of Hershey; son, Johnathan D. Caso D.M.D. of Ft. Meade, MD; daughter, Jessica A. Caso-Mohr of Etters; son, Michael A. Caso of Austin, TX; grandson, Connor E. Mohr; 4 brothers & a sister. A visitation will be held Tuesday, November 8, 2016, from 5:30 - 7:30 pm and also on Wednesday, November 9, 2016, 9:30 - 10:30 am, in the Hoover Funeral Homes & Crematory, Inc., 88 Lucy Ave., Hershey. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, November 9, 2016 at 11:00 am in the St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Ave., Hershey. Private interment will be in the Indiantown Gap National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorial contributions be made to either The Mortel Charitable Foundation, P.O. Box 405, Hershey, PA 17033 or Morning Star Pregnancy Services, 3835 Walnut Street, Harrisburg, PA 17109. Please put in memo of check: Marguerite Caso. Source: http://obits.pennlive.com/obituaries/pennlive/obituary.aspx?n=marguerite-a-caso-banks&pid=182371728&fhid=28162#sthash.75NouWyk.dpuf Frances Nucci DiClemente, 83, of Hershey, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2016 in the M.S.Hershey Medical Center with her loving family surrounding her.
Born in Hershey on November 30, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Attilio and Maddalena (Funghi) Nucci. Frances graduated from Hershey High and Drexel University. In addition to being a homemaker and raising her daughters, she was a home economist for PP&L; an administrative assistant at the Hershey Nursery; and later worked part time at Hershey's Chocolate World. Her memberships include: St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church; St. Vincent de Paul Society; volunteering at Hershey Public Library; Mohler Senior Center. She also enjoyed tennis and reading, but mostly she loved spending time with her family. Frances is survived by her three daughters, Diane (Greg) Brockman of Boiling Springs, Donna (Kevin) Campisi of Mechanicsburg, and Susan (Robert) Louer of Middletown; sister, Jessie Kunetz of Hershey; grandchildren, Anthony, Nicholas, Nicole, Ashley, Joseph, Jack, Grace, Ryan, Robert, Tiffany; brother in law, Donald DiClemente and sister in law, Diva Passalacqua, both of Hershey; as well as many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband, Divo F. DiClemente in 2012. Recitation of the Rosary will begin at 5PM on Monday, October 24, 2016, followed by a visitation from 5:30 - 7:30 PM; and also the following morning from 9:30 - 10:30 AM, in the Hoover Funeral Homes & Crematory, of Hershey. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, October 25, 2016 at 11 AM in St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Ave., Hershey. Interment will follow in the Hershey Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorial contributions be made to Heart of the Parish Fund, c/o St. Joan of Arc Church 359 W. Areba Ave. Hershey, PA 17033. To make a donation online, please click here. Source: http://obits.pennlive.com/obituaries/pennlive/obituary-print.aspx?n=frances-nucci-diclemente&pid=182020275 |
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