Marit Dvorak, 54, of Lancaster, passed away on Saturday, January 8, 2021. Comforted by her husband, Derek Shanahan, and sister Leah Dvorak, she fought a short but spirited battle with cancer. Born in Bloomington, MN, she and Derek found their way to Lancaster in 1994 to pursue Derek’s teaching career at Millersville University.  An exceptional gardener, she was involved in the local herb guild and brought life and beauty into her home and yard.  Marit was an enthusiastic crafter and knitter, Continue reading

Rebecca Sue Norwood, 63, of Reinholds, Pa, passed peacefully on Friday, January 7th 2022.  She was born in Ephrata, Pa, to Betty and the late Harry Burkholder.  She was the widow of Bruce Norwood with whom she shared 20 years of marriage. She worked for many years for Pepperidge Farm and most recently as a driver for Lancaster Newspaper.  She enjoyed hiking, camping, riding motorcycle and her animals. She is survived by a daughter Misty Dormer (Knier) and son-in-law Eric Dormer of Terre Continue reading

Ronald M. Stefany      December 28, 1945 – January 9, 2022 Ronald M. Stefany, 76, of Lancaster peacefully passed away on Sunday, January 9, 2022 at his home in Homestead Village from complications of Parkinson’s Disease with his wife by his side.  He was married to Francine (Pronzato) Stefany for 45 years.   Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Michael and Ruth (Faulkner) Stefany. In addition to his wife, Ron is survived by his daughters, Laura, wife of Sam Hettinger, and Continue reading