All Obituaries

David N. Matthews, 67, of Littlestown, passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at his home. Born July 25, 1958 in Baltimore, MD, he was the son of the late John and Evelyn (Wyatt) Matthews. David was an owner/operator truck driver for Mercer Transportation, Louisville, KY and was a salesman with Gene Latta Ford, Hanover and L&L Ford, East Berlin.  He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, working on tractors and spending time with his grandchildren. He is survived by his sons, Christopher ...

  Ernest Karl Spamer, “Ernie” entered into God’s Heavenly Kingdom on Sunday the 8th day of March 2026 at the age of 84. Ernie was the only son of Karl G. W. Spamer and Elizabeth G. Spamer. His wife, Diana, predeceased him. Ernie had been a lifelong resident of Littlestown, PA. He served four years with the U. S. Navy, including participating in the “Cuban Missile Crisis” during October 1962. While in the military, he attended and graduated from two ...

Diana Elizabeth Hubbard, of Littlestown, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. She was 77 years old. Born December 11, 1948, in Baltimore, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Carl Holt, Sr. and Deloris (Rippeon) Holt. Diana worked in food service at Gettysburg College, where she was known for her strong work ethic. Diana loved the simple joys in life. She enjoyed shopping, spending time at the ocean, and making memories with those she loved ...

Richard Rinehart, 78, of Littlestown, died peacefully at UPMC Hanover Hospital on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 after a brief illness.  He was born in Baltimore, MD on September 8, 1947 to Howard and Rita (Miller) Rinehart. Richard was an Army veteran and served in Vietnam from 1969 until 1971.  He retired in 2009 from Regional Management Incorporated where he worked as a maintenance supervisor.  Richard enjoyed spending time with his dog “Teddy Bear” at the local park ...

Luella Laura “Lou” Pottorff, 81, formerly of Littlestown, died Monday, March 2nd, 2026 at UF Health Jacksonville. She was the widow of Paul “Pete” Furlow who predeceased her in 1979 and Carl “Kelly” Pottorff who predeceased her in 2014. Born on October 3, 1944 in Littlestown, she was the daughter of the late Lewis Chester and Pauline (Myers) Lippy. Luella retired from Hadco and was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church of Littlestown. She is ...

Thomas Howard “Tom” Walmer, 81, of Hanover, PA, passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at Homewood Living at Plum Creek in Hanover. Born May 2, 1944, in Bryn Mawr, PA, he was the son of the late Clarence Howard Walmer and Anna Rebecca (Matthias) Walmer. Tom was a 1962 graduate of South Western High School in Hanover. He earned an associate degree from Penn State University and furthered his education at Gettysburg College and Ohio University. He received a Master of Science ...

Walter Lee Simpson, 85, of Littlestown, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on the morning of February 21, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He was the devoted and beloved husband of Helen (Leist) Simpson, with whom he shared 65 wonderful years of marriage — a lifetime built on love, loyalty, and unwavering commitment to family. Born on September 8, 1940, in Taneytown, Maryland, Walt was the son of the late Walter Gaines Simpson and Adelaide Miller (Newkirk) Simpson. He was ...

Robert Eugene Funt, Sr., 68, of York Springs, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 19, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born to Mae M. (Funt) Anderson, Robert lived a life defined by honor, dedication, and service. He was the beloved husband of Barbara “Barb” (Shadle) Funt, and together they shared many years of love and commitment. Robert proudly served 26 years in law enforcement, retiring with the rank of Sergeant from the Littlestown Police Department. ...

Gloria V. Eline, 93, of Hummelstown, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 15, 2026 at her home surrounded by her family.  She was the loving wife of Donald E. Eline who passed away September 26, 2006; together they shared 53 wonderful years of marriage. Born October 3, 1932 in Gettysburg, she was the daughter of the late William V. and Catherine (Gebhart) Klunk. Gloria was a 1950 graduate of Delone Catholic High School, McSherrystown and was a secretary with Abington Heights ...

Peggy Ann Bowers, 81, of Littlestown, passed away Friday, February 13, 2026 at home surrounded by her family.  She was the loving wife of the late William A. Bowers. Born July 14, 1944 in Union Bridge, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Roscoe and Carrie Belle (Barnhart) Frock. Peggy was a cook with the Littlestown Eagles for several years.  She was a member of the Littlestown Eagles, the American Legion, Taneytown, MD, the Littlestown VFW and a life member of the Harney ...