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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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Carmela Cullari, 87, of Hershey, formerly of Cranford, NJ, passed away on October 12, 2016 in the M.S.Hershey Medical Center.
She was born April 8, 1929 in Caroniti, Italy, daughter of the late Gaetano and Antonia (Giacco) Cullari. Carmela was a former member of the Mohler Sr. Center Hershey and St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church. Mrs. Cullari is survived by; son, Salvatore Cullari and his wife Kathi, of Hershey; son, Gaetano "Guy" Cullari and his wife Candy, of Pine Grove; grandchildren, Dante, Catherine, Chris, Rachel and Michelle, and great-grandchildren Teresa and Elizabeth Aujero. She was predeceased in death by her husband Carmelo Cullari in 1994. A viewing will be held Monday, October 17, 2016, from 6 - 8 PM, in the Hoover Funeral Homes & Crematory, Inc., 88 Lucy Ave., Hershey. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, October 18, 2016 at 10:30 AM in the St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 359 W. Areba Ave., Hershey. Interment will be in the Cemetery of Caroniti in Italy. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorial contributions be made to Carmelo Cullari Scholarship, c/o Lebanon Valley College, 101 N. College Ave., Annville, Pa., 17003. Source: http://obits.pennlive.com/obituaries/pennlive/obituary-print.aspx?n=carmela-cullari&pid=181960353
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Jeanne M. Spagnolo, 53, of Linglestown, entered into eternal rest on Friday, October 14, 2016 in the Hershey Medical Center, after a struggle with cancer. She was surrounded by family at the time of her passing. Jeanne was born in Harrisburg on July 10, 1963.
She was a graduate of the 1981 Class of Bishop McDevitt High School, Harrisburg. She was the Office Manager for the Budget and Finance Office and the Office of Tax Assessment for Dauphin County for 30 years. Jeanne enjoyed scrapbooking and crafting with her sisters, nieces and nephews, swimming at her sister's pool, cooking and trying out new recipes, reading, and spending time with her family. After dinner on Sundays, her favorite pastime was playing cards with her brother and parents. Her favorite place to be was sitting on the beach listening to the ocean, soaking up the sun, and watching the sunrise with her cup of coffee. Jeanne is survived by her parents, Philip J. and Patricia D. Spagnolo of Hershey, her sisters, Patricia L. Blascovich, wife of Jude Blascovich of Harrisburg, Linda M. Spagnolo and her companion, Mark Nicholson of Carlisle, Stephanie A. Smith, wife of Gary E. Smith, Mary L. Becher, wife of David Becher, all of Harrisburg, a brother, Robert J. Spagnolo of Hummelstown, as well as many nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Jeanne was predeceased by her brother, Richard P. Spagnolo. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, October 24, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. in the St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, 359 W. Areba Avenue, Hershey, with the Rev. Alfred Sceski as celebrant. Inurnment will be in the Hershey Cemetery. Friends are invited to call on Sunday, October 23rd, from 5 until 7 p.m. at the Hoover Funeral Home, Route #422 and Lucy Avenue, Hershey. She will be greatly missed by all those who knew her and loved her. Source: http://obits.pennlive.com/obituaries/pennlive/obituary-print.aspx?n=jeanne-m-spagnolo&pid=181985810 Anthony J. Orsini, 88, a lifetime resident of Hummelstown passed away Monday, October 17, 2016 in The Gardens at Campbelltown.
Born June 16, 1928 in Hershey, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Orlando and Rose (Cecchini) Orsini. A 1947 graduate of the former Hummelstown High School, he was a standout multisport athlete, but excelled on the gridiron. He set numerous school records and was the 1946 Harrisburg area High School Player of the Year. He continued his playing career at Penn State University, where he was a two year letterman and the leading rusher in 1950. He received his bachelor's degree from Penn State where he was in the Air Force ROTC program and was a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity. He then served his country in the U.S. Air Force as a First Lieutenant from 1951-1954. A humble and giving man, he taught Social Studies for 35 years for the Cornwall Lebanon School District, where he also served as an assistant football and baseball coach for 16 years. He had a passion for Pennsylvania history, and he compiled and presented slide shows on many topics, especially covered bridges. In the community he stayed active by helping his parents and sister at The Warwick Hotel, coaching his sons' baseball teams and the Hummelstown Twilight team, umpiring in various softball leagues, driving for Meals on Wheels, and giving talks on Pennsylvania history to organizations in the area. He was a member of the Central Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame, the Theodor Burr Covered Bridge Society of Pennsylvania and the Hummelstown Area Historical Society. Surviving are his high school sweetheart and wife of 65 years Nancy (Hummel) Orsini; four sons Michael of Sewickley, husband of Linda Orsini, Thomas of Virginia Beach, husband of Pam Orsini, Steven of Oklahoma City, husband of Amy Orsini and Ronald of Houston, husband of Alice Orsini; sister Jean Paine of Hummelstown; eight grandchildren Christine, wife of Brian Mickey, Carolyn, wife of Jason Woytowich, Elizabeth Orsini, Grayson Orsini, husband of Kelsey Orsini, Alexandra Orsini, Angela Orsini, Abigail Orsini and Katherine Orsini; five great grandchildren Olivia Mickey, Connor Mickey, Caroline Mickey, Julia Woytowich and Lauren Elizabeth Woytowich; niece Sherri Rizzo, wife of John Rizzo; and nephews Daniel Paine and Jeffrey Paine. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated 10:00 AM Saturday, October 22, 2016 at his lifetime church, St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Avenue, Hershey. Viewing will be held 6:00 - 8:00 PM Friday at Buse Funeral Home, 2 East Main Street, Hummelstown. Interment will be in Hummelstown Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hummelstown Area Historical Society where he was a lifetime member and contributor, 32 West Main Street, Hummelstown, PA 17036, or St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Avenue, Hershey 17033. To make a donation online, please click here. Published on Pennlive.com and in The Patriot-News on Oct. 18, 2016 Source:http://obits.pennlive.com/obituaries/pennlive/obituary.aspx?n=anthony-j-orsini&pid=181985797&fhid=18529 St. Joan of Joan of Arc parishioner Terence Withers, husband of Yvonne Withers, passed way on Tuesday, October 12, 2016. Services will be held at St. Monica Church (Philadelphia, PA) on Saturday, October 15, 2016 at Noon.
Source:http://www.gangemifuneralhome.net/book-of-memories/2725293/Withers-Terence/service-details.php Jo Ann M. McGinness 69 of Harrisburg, died Tuesday, October 4, 2016 at Colonial Park Care Center.
Jo Ann was born in Tarrytown, NY and was the daughter of the late Steven and Helen (Bobot) Stroub. She was retired from Pepsi Cola, where she worked in advertisement. She was a member of ASPCA, World Wildlife Federation animal rescue and Ocean Conservation. She was a member of St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church. Jo Ann was predeceased by her brother, Stephen Stroub, Sr. Jo Ann is survived by her niece, Stephanie Stroub Sellen of Harrisburg; her nephew, Stephen Stroub, Jr. of Nevada. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, October 6, 2016 at 11 A.M. at St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, 359 W Areba Ave, Hershey. The Rev. Steven Arena will be the Celebrant. Memorial Contributions may be made to North Shore ASPCA, 16 Lewyt Street, Port Washington, NY 11050 or to the Guiding Eyes for the Blind, 611 Granite Springs Road, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598. Arrangements are by the Hoover Funeral Homes & Crematory, Inc., Harrisburg. Online condolences may be left at www.hooverfuneralhome.com . Source: http://obits.pennlive.com/obituaries/pennlive/obituary-print.aspx?n=jo-ann-m-mcginness&pid=181757512 James Christopher "Jim" Murphy, 65, of Harrisburg, passed away on Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at home surrounded by his loving family and Sage. He was the husband of Donna S. (Landis) Murphy. Born May 10, 1951 in Scranton, PA, he was the son of the late Joseph and Edith (Connell) Murphy.
In addition to his wife, Jim is survived by a son, David Murphy of Atlanta; a daughter, Jamey Murphy-Wood, wife of James Wood of Harrisburg; a brother, Joseph Murphy Jr., husband of Judy Murphy of Harrisburg; two sisters, Kate Bohan, wife of Bill Bohan of Scranton, Patricia Murphy of Harrisburg; a sister-in-law, Enie Murphy of Harrisburg, as well as several nieces and nephews. Jim was preceded in death by a brother, John Murphy. A Celebration of Life Memorial Mass will be held in the St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Avenue, Hershey, PA 17033 on Monday, October 3, 2016 at 12:00pm, Father Alfred Sceski celebrant. There will be a visitation at the church on Monday from 11:00am to 12:00pm. Interment will be held privately at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Central Pennsylvania Food Bank, 3908 Corey Road, Harrisburg, PA 17109 or Hospice of Central Pennsylvania, 1320 Linglestown Road, Harrisburg, PA 17110. The Jesse H. Geigle Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. http://obits.pennlive.com/obituaries/pennlive/obituary-print.aspx?n=james-christopher-murphy-jim&pid=181689954 Evelyn M. McFarlane, 92, of the Castagna Green House at the Lebanon Valley Brethren
Home and formerly of Hershey, passed away on September 18, 2016. She was born October 13, 1923 in Baltimore, MD, daughter of the late John and Victoria (Kendryna) Bruno. Evelyn was preceded in death by her husband, Burr C. McFarlane in 2008. She was a retired employee of the Federal Government. Memberships include the National Active & Retired Federal Employee Association and St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church in Hershey. Evelyn loved all animals, especially all her pets who have preceded her in death. She is survived by her nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in her church at 359 West Areba Avenue in Hershey at 11:00AM on Thursday, September 29th. Interment will be with her husband at Fort Indiantown Gap National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church or to Interfaith Shelter for Homeless Families, C/O Catholic Charities, 4800 Union Deposit Road, Harrisburg PA 17109. Source: http://www.hooverfuneralhome.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/10954/id/3899570 Raymond Manari, Sr. of Hershey passed away on Saturday, September 17, 2016, at the age of 85. Born September 25, 1930, he is survived by his wife of 65 years, Lena Doris Manari, his son, Raymond Jr. and his wife, Roslyn, and two granddaughters, Christen and Courtney.
He was a retired executive of the Federal government and key manager of the International Military Security Assistance program within the Department of Defense (1950-1986). Ray was an Army veteran, a graduate of Hershey High School class of 1947 and earned his bachelor's degree from the University of Oklahoma. Upon retiring, he began a a second career as President/Owner of both C&M Heating and Air Conditioning Company and Tender Hearts Child Development Center. Additionally, he was a Supervisor for Derry Township and served as a member of the Zoning Board. Ray was a lifelong member of St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, the Hershey Italian Lodge and the Hershey Country Club. Those who knew him will remember him as a fun-loving person, wonderful and beloved husband, father and grandfather. Visitation for family and friends will be held at the Hoover Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. in Hershey, on Wednesday, September 21st from 6:00 - 8:00PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church on Thursday, September 22nd, at 11:00AM followed by burial at the Hershey Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Penn State College of Medicine & Medical Center, University & Alumni Relations, 90 Hope Drive, A20, P.O. Box 852 Hershey PA 17033-0852. Source: http://obits.pennlive.com/obituaries/pennlive/obituary-print.aspx?n=raymond-f-manari&pid=181466100 Theresa Elizabeth Croak joined her family in Heaven on September 10, 2016. She was the daughter of the late Nicholas and Dellia Ortenzi born in Brooklyn, New York on December 21, 1924.
She moved to Hershey at age 7 and graduated from Hershey High School in 1943. Following graduation, Theresa worked at the Mechanicsburg Naval Depot before her marriage. Then in 1964/65 she was employed by the State of Pennsylvania until she retired at age 66. She was a caring mother and grandmother. She was an avid bridge player and played with the same group of ladies for over 50 years. She was a member of St. Joan of Arc and St. Charles Bottomeo Catholic churches. Theresa was the widow of Raymond W. Croak. She is survived by her son John Croak (Sheila) and her daughter RaeAnn MacIntyre(William). She also has a grandson William (Katie) and a granddaughter Kelly (James) and 2 great-grandchildren Peter and Ennis. Theresa also leaves behind 2 sisters Grace Cluely and Mildred Ortenzi. Visitation will begin at 2:00pm on Friday, September 16th, followed by the funeral service at 2:30pm in the Hoover Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. in Hershey. Burial will follow at the Hershey Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be sent in her name to Tidewell Hospice Philanthropy Department 5955 Rand Blvd., Sarasota, Florida 34238. Source: http://obits.pennlive.com/obituaries/pennlive/obituary-print.aspx?n=theresa-elizabeth-croak&pid=181392434 Domenica "Maggie" (Gasper) Harris, 89, of Palmyra, formerly of Hershey, passed away on September 7, 2016 in the M.S.Hershey Medical Center.
She was born December 16, 1926 in Hershey, daughter of the late Pierto and Theresa (Piconi) Gasper. Maggie was a retired employee of Hershey Foods; she was a member of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church; the Areba Club; and Senior Spirit of Palmyra. Mrs. Harris is survived by; daughter, Linda Warfield of Palmyra; son, Raymond Harris of Hershey; grandsons, Jeffrey Bangert of Palmyra and Jordan Warfield of Hudson, OH; granddaughter, Holly Bechtel of Palmyra; great grandchildren, Ashley and Paul Bechtel of Palmyra and James Warfield of Hudson, OH; sisters, Mary Vieli Whisler of Middletown, Rosie Jennings of Palmyra, and Jean Cover of Elizabethtown; and brother, Milt Purcell of Hershey. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband, Claude Harris; and a daughter Sandra Goodling; and several brothers & sisters. Recitation of the Rosary will begin at 5:30PM, followed by a viewing from 6-8PM, on Thursday, September 15, 2016, in the Hoover Funeral Homes & Crematory in Hershey. There will also be a viewing at the funeral home on Friday morning from 9:30 - 10:30AM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, September 16, 2016 at 11 AM in St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church in Hershey. Interment will be in the Hershey Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorial contributions be made to either St. Joan of Arc Church Memorial Fund, 359 W. Areba Ave., Hershey, PA 17033 or Penn State Heart & Vascular Institute, c/o Office of University Development, P. O. Box 852, Hershey, PA 17033 Source: http://obits.pennlive.com/obituaries/pennlive/obituary-print.aspx?n=domenica-harris-maggie-gasper&pid=181356617 |
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