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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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Margie E. "Betty" Castelli passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at her home at New Seasons of New Britain, PA. She was 94.
Margie was the loving wife of the late Frank E. Castelli. Born in Harrisburg, she was the daughter of the late George C. and Fay C. (Apmeyer) Glass. Betty was a graduate of William Penn High School. Prior to her marriage she became a member of the Catholic faith through St. Joan of Arc Church, where they remained faithful parishoners for many years. Betty was an avid reader and also a proud member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Monticello Chapter DCDAR. Most of all, Betty was fiercely devoted to her family and will be dearly missed as a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Surviving are her children, Marcia L. Guzauskas and her husband, Jim and Gregory E. Castelli and his wife, Ginny. She also leaves behind her grandchildren, Andria, Elizabeth, Matthew, and Victoria and her great-grandson, Nicolas. Betty was also eagerly anticipating the arrival of her second great-grandchild. Relatives and friends may greet the family on Saturday, October 21, 2017 from 1:00 PM until her Funeral Mass 1:30 PM at St. Joan of Arc Church, 359 W. Areba Ave., Hershey, PA 17033. Her interment will follow in Hershey. Source: http://obits.pennlive.com/obituaries/pennlive/obituary.aspx?n=margie-e-castelli-betty&pid=186992616&fhid=4495
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Mary Petrina Smith, 59, of Hummelstown, passed away on October 20, 2017, at home in the loving care of her family. She was born August 4, 1958, daughter of the late Irene Arasim Petrina and Rudolph “Rudy” Richard Petrina of Hummelstown.
Mary graduated from Lower Dauphin High School in 1977, and from The Pennsylvania State University in 1981 with a Bachelors Degree in Social Work. She worked at the former Alpine Nursing Home in Hershey and the dental office of Dr. Richard Walters in Hershey. She was a member of Saint Joan of Arc Catholic Church in Hershey. Mary loved spending time with her family. She was an empathetic person who helped anyone she could and made her chicken soup to comfort friends. In high school, she played softball and the baritone saxophone in the marching band. She was an avid Penn State football fan, enjoying tailgates with family and friends, and cheering on the team. She made pierogies and nut rolls from scratch, carrying on her mother’s traditions. She made many trips to the Delaware Shore, New York City, Adirondack Mountains and Maine. She was especially proud of her children and encouraged them in all they did, including their academic achievements. Mary is survived by her husband of 33 years, James Murdock Smith, their daughter Jennifer and their son Ryan of Hummelstown; her sisters, Susan Petrina of Hummelstown, Kathleen Rock (husband Robert) of Palmyra, and Laurie Fleming (husband Michael) of Clarks Summit, PA; niece Sarah Rock Stromberg (husband Christopher and their son Tyler), and nephews Connor and Aaron Fleming; and Tico. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, October 28, 2017, at 10:30 AM in St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Avenue, Hershey, with The Rev. Fr. Alfred P. Sceski as celebrant. Interment will be in the Hummelstown Cemetery. Visitation will be held Friday, October 27, 2017, from 6 to 8 PM in the Trefz & Bowser Funeral Home, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Hummelstown. In lieu of food, gifts and flowers, the family prefers that contributions be sent to Lower Dauphin Communities That Care, 29 Waverly Drive, Hummelstown, PA 17036. Source: http://www.trefzandbowser.com/book-of-memories/2948448/Smith-Mary/obituary.php Dorothy A. (Rust) Early, 67, of Middletown, passed away at her home on Sunday, October 15,2017 with her family by her side. She was born April 29, 1950 in Boston, MA.
Dorothy retired as Manager of Information Technology for Highmark Inc., she was a longtime member and Secretary at Middletown Hunter's and Angler's Association. She was loved by all and enjoyed delighting her friends and family with her singing skills. She was the widow of Harold H. Early. Surviving are: her brothers, William F. Rust III and his wife, Deborah and Steven Rust; nieces & nephew, Stephanie, Jessica, Katelyn & William Rust; stepchildren, Harold Early III and Sheri Hoover; mother in law, Joyce Early Swope; and was much beloved by her many cousins and friends. Visitation will be held Tuesday, October 17th from 6:00 pm ‑ 8:00 pm, in the Hoover Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., Route 422 & Lucy Avenue, Hershey. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, October 18th at 11:00 am in the St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Ave., Hershey. Interment will follow in Fishburn Cemetery, Hershey. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to Compassionate Care Hospice, 1513 Cedar Cliff Drive, Suite 100, Camp Hill PA 17011. Source: http://www.hooverfuneralhome.com/obituary/dorothy-early Kerry Elizabeth Sachs Taylor, age 45 of Annville PA, passed from this life to the next on Sunday, October 1, 2017 at her home. Born September 7, 1972, to Daniel and Vivian (Blaha) Sachs, in Stevens Point WI, Kerry was the youngest of six. Her childhood was filled with joy, love, laughter, and sunshine.
Kerry attended Vincentian High School in Pittsburgh PA. There, she met the love of her life and future husband of 22 years, David J. Taylor, Jr. Kerry graduated in 1994, with honors, from Marquette University in Milwaukee WI. A natural caregiver, she worked as a physical therapist, bringing healing and comfort to the elderly. Kerry and David married in 1995 and developed many cherished friendships as they moved for family and careers. They were blessed with daughter Sarah in WI and son David in PA. For the past 12 years they have made a happy home and life with their children in south-central PA. Kerry felt so much awe and inspiration when traveling. In recent years, she was delighted to travel more and treasured her experiences in the Smoky Mountains, NYC, Door County, West Palm Beach, London, and Ireland. Two of her favorite excursions were to Napa and Sonoma, CA. Kerry loved a good fruity Cabernet or buttery Chardonnay. To say that Kerry was a magnificent gardener would be insufficient. A great lover of trees and flowers, Kerry perfected her skills each and every spring. Ultimately, Kerry was a gardener who knew the most important seeds she would plant would be those of love, strength, compassion, and kindness in the hearts of those lucky enough to be in her life. She planted, and then carefully tended that, her most important garden. Kerry lived to bring happiness to the world. Without exception, she always gave more than she took. She volunteered with Big Brothers – Big Sisters, sponsored seven different children through UNBOUND, and used her therapy skills to help infirmed friends through her church and neighborhood. Kerry is survived by her husband David, her beloved children Sarah Elizabeth and David Daniel; her parents Daniel and Vivian Sachs of New London WI; Lynn (Jim) Sachs Christmas, Bryan (Kathy) Sachs, Michele (Keith) Sachs Degner, Gail (Forrest) Sachs Gallagher, Cheryl (David) Sachs DeBoer; and 14 nieces and nephews. She is further survived by Albert and Frances Horn, Jimmy and Renee (Taylor) Smith. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, October 5th at 11:00am in the St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Avenue, Hershey. Viewing will be held from 5:00 – 8:00PM on Wednesday, October 4th and also Thursday morning October 5th from 9:30 – 10:30AM at the Hoover Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., Route 422 & Lucy Avenue, Hershey. If desired, memorial contributions can be made to the Penn State Cancer Institute, 500 University Drive, Hershey PA 17033. Source: Phyllis Jean Adams Hoy was entered into eternal rest on July 7, 2017 in her 86th year, surrounded by her family. Phyllis was a resident of Hershey, PA having lived in Ellwood City, PA for many years.
Phyllis was born in Johnstown PA on May 22, 1931, the daughter of Emma and Walter Adams. She is survived by her husband of 64 years, Dr. James M. Hoy, four children, J.Michael, (Carol Kirtley), Carolyn, Roberta, and Gregory; eight grandchildren: Dustin Schnee (Catherine), Michael Aaron Hoy, Elysia Hoy Patterson (Dave), Winston Hoy, (Liza), Robert Hoy, William Greider III (Alexandra), Devon Greider, Adam Greider, and six great-grandchildren. Phyllis loved her family deeply and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and watching them play sports. She was an accomplished and prolific artist, and enjoyed gardening. Phyllis enjoyed reading, politics, playing cards and games, and spending time in Ocean City NJ with the family. She will be best remembered for her loving care of all she knew and her great sense of humor. A memorial mass will be held at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church in Hershey, PA on July 31st at 11:00AM. Family will receive visitors at 10:00AM. Arrangements by Cremation Society of Pennsylvania, Inc. Source: http://obits.pennlive.com/obituaries/pennlive/obituary-print.aspx?n=phyllis-jean-hoy-adams&pid=186064376 William E. O'Brien, 80, of Hershey, passed away on July 1, 2017 in the Masonic Healthcare Center in Elizabethtown.
Born December 25, 1936 in Oceola Mills, PA, he was the son of the late Raymond and Lois O'Brien. Mr. O'Brien was a U.S. Navy veteran of the Korean War. William received his B.S. in Pharmacy from Duquesne and his Masters from Ohio State. He retired from the Hershey Medical Center after 30 years, as the Director of Pharmacy and Facilities Management. Memberships include: St. Joan of Arc Church in Hershey; Ecumenical Minister; Parish Council; Hershey Rotary Club; was a "Cuddler" in the Neo Natal Unit at the Hershey Medical Center; and after retirement, served on the Institutional Review Board at the Hershey Medical Center. William is survived by; wife, Eloise J. O'Brien; 3 daughters, Kathleen R. (Jonathan) Meyer of Lebanon; Elizabeth A. (Forest) Susemiehl of Milwaukie, OR; Jennifer L. (William) Horrocks of Media, PA; 1 son, William T. (Michelle) O.Brien of Hershey; 7 grandchildren, Kelsey & Emma O'Brien; Will & Nicole Horrocks; MacCauley Meyer; Chelsea & Etta Susemiehl; 3 brothers, Raymond V. O'Brien of Phillipsburg, PA; James P. O'Brien of Altoona, PA; John L. O'Brien of Palmyra, PA. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Mary Jean Herr. A visitation will be held Wednesday, July 5, 2017, from 10AM - 11AM, in the Hoover Funeral Homes & Crematory, Route 422 & Lucy Ave., Hershey; followed by Mass of Christian Burial celebrated at 11:30 AM in St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Ave., Hershey. Interment will be 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. Source: http://obits.pennlive.com/obituaries/pennlive/obituary.aspx?n=william-e-obrien&pid=185972266&fhid=28162 Evelyn M. (Blessing) DiNunzio, 96, died on June 17, 2017 at Londonderry Village, Palmyra. Born on December 11, 1920, she was the daughter of the late Leon and Mary Hess Blessing of Lebanon.
Evelyn was the wife of the late Frank DiNunzio, Sr., a well-known musician and restaurant entrepreneur in Central PA with whom she shared ownership in the Green Terrace Restaurant formerly in Cleona, and DiNunzio's Restaurant in Hershey. After she retired from their restaurants, she worked at Fenicci's, formerly DeAngelis Restaurant in Hershey, for over 25 years. She began her waitressing career at age 15 and worked to the age of 83. She loved her work, especially meeting people, and was a well-known hostess and waitress who was admired by all she served. Evelyn was a kind and generous person, and full of fun. She loved her Himalayan kitty, Tony, adored her family, loved to dance in her former years, and always loved to sing. She especially enjoyed singing to her fellow friends at the Fake House in Londonderry Village. Evelyn was a presence wherever she went. Evelyn is survived by a son Robert DiNunzio of Warrenton, VA, a daughter Frances L., wife of Jay Ebersole of Hershey, a daughter-in-law Katja DiNunzio of Bressler, six grandchildren, five great grandchildren and one great great grandchild, and two nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, and recently a son, Frank DiNunzio, Jr., a granddaughter Carla Bikleman, a sister Lillian Miller and brothers Leon and Robert Blessing. A Memorial Mass will be held on Saturday, June 24, 2017 at 10:30AM at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, 125 S. Spruce Street, Annville, PA 17003. Visitation will be from 10-10:30AM. Inurnment will take place in Grand View Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Evelyn's memory to Londonderry Village, 1200 Grubb Road, Palmyra, PA 17078. Kreamer Funeral Home, Annville is handling the arrangements. Source: http://obits.pennlive.com/obituaries/pennlive/obituary-print.aspx?n=evelyn-m-dinunzio-evie&pid=185855720 Mary J. Tatangelo, 89, of Hummelstown, formerly of Hershey, passed away on June 4, 2017 at Frey Village in Middletown.
She was born August 28, 1927 in Hershey, daughter of the late Josephine Frombuluti. She was a member of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church in Hershey. Mary owned & operated longtime downtown Hershey restaurant Lucy's Cafe along with her son Anthony. Mary is survived by; sons, Anthony Tatangelo and his wife Christine of Hummelstown and Robert Tatangelo and his wife Rebecca of St. Petersburg, FL; 9 grandchildren & 7 great grandchildren; and a sister, Anita Bitts of Lancaster. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by son, Ronald Ranieri, ex-husband, Emilio Tatangelo, brother, Aldo DeCarlo and sister, Clara Gasper. Mary will always be remembered for her love of family, cooking and serving others. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, June 14, 2017 at 11AM in the Hoover Funeral Homes & Crematory of Hershey. The family will begin receiving guests at 10AM. Interment will be in the Hershey Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorial contributions be made to the Leukemia Society of America, 800 Corporate Circle, Suite 100, Harrisburg, PA 17110 or Hospice of Central PA, 1320 Linglestown Rd., Harrisburg, PA 17110. Send condolences via the online guest book at www.hooverfuneralhome.com Source: http://obits.pennlive.com/obituaries/pennlive/obituary-print.aspx?n=mary-j-tatangelo&pid=185776674 Della Marie Sonni, 93, of Hershey was reunited with her beloved husband Rudy on June 10, 2017. Della was the third of four children born to Joseph and Mary Angela Zaccagnini on December 8, 1923 in Hershey, Pennsylvania.
Della and Rudy were married for 70 years. Theirs was a love story for the ages. Together they raised six children, Randi (Bob) Mazzoni; Jacqueline (Chuck) Sludden; Rosemary (Mike) Walsh, deceased; Barbara (Tom) Ensminger; Thomas (Sharon) Sonni; and Lawrence Sonni. They were blessed to be surrounded by their adoring fourteen grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren, one of whom was named after her. Della was a gentle woman, who devoted her life to her family, her church and her fellow man. She was a culinary genius and an accomplished seamstress. Della was an avid golfer and she loved to dance. She was always smiling; her laugh warmed every room. Della was a joy to all who met her and she was loved by all who knew her. Visitation will be held on Monday, June 19, 2017, at 10 am. at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Avenue, Hershey. Mass of Christian burial will follow at 11 am. Della will be interred with Rudy at Fort Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville. 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. Share condolences at www.hooverfuneralhome.com Albert Bos, 90, died at home in Hershey, PA, on 6 June 2017, in the company of family after a multiple-year battle with Lewy Body dementia. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Evelyn "Susie" (Robbins) Bos formerly of Carlisle, PA, and his daughter and son-in-law, Barbara Bos Taylor and Brian Taylor, of Sterling, VA.
Born in Overveen, The Netherlands, in 1926, he served in the Royal Dutch Navy in World War II and upon completion, worked at a flower bulb importer in Germany for several years. Albert immigrated to the United States in 1948 and worked for a flower grower in Florida and then, in 1954, met the love of his life, Susie, in her family's flower business; they were wed in 1955. Albert became a U.S. citizen on June 27, 1960. Soon after he and Susie started his company, Dutch Mill Bulbs, Inc, a mail-order flower-bulb import business for fund raising. He and his wife would travel over 30 states, visiting various organizations to promote his product. His business was based in Hershey until 1998 when it was sold. In retirement, Albert enjoyed following the stock market daily and going out for lunch with Susie. Albert was a member of St. Joan of Arc since 1969. He loved the Lord and was a devout Catholic. He was also involved in the Hershey Kiwanis Club. Albert loved flowers and visiting nurseries and Susie also shared this love. When he wasn't busy in the bulb business, Albert enjoyed swimming and was a member of the Aquatic Club at the Hotel Hershey. More than swimming, he loved to dance. With his favorite dance partner, Albert frequented the old-time Starlight ballroom with the big bands of Jimmy Dorsey, and Xavier Cougar. For almost 30 years, Albert and Susie were one of the "regulars" at the Hotel Hershey's Iberian Lounge where they would dance away their Saturday nights. He and Susie even had their honeymoon at the Hotel. In addition, Albert loved art, specifically Dutch artists, his favorite being Vermeer. He enjoyed collecting books about art. He also loved classical music, especially Beethoven, but would come to enjoy Frank Sinatra and Paul Simon. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on 12 June 2017 at 11:00am at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 359 W. Areba Ave., Hershey, PA 17033. Interment will be in the Hershey Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made in Albert's name to the Lewy Body Dementia Foundation, www.lbda.org/donate 912 Killian Hill Road S.W., Lilburn, GA 30047 Please view and sign the family's online guestbook at: www.hooverfuneralhome.com Hoover Funeral Home of Hershey is handling the arrangements. |
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