Mrs. Mellott was a seamstress and also a homemaker. Goldie loved gardening, yard sales, jewelry and spending time with her family.
Obituaries
Franklin County Free Press would like to extend our condolences at a time of loss.
Freddie was a self-employed truck driver and retired from his last place of employment, Kinsley Construction, where he worked for several years.
Betty was a lifelong member of the Boy Scouts of America. Beyond her love of family, Mrs. Williams enjoyed crafting, scrapbooking and her many rose gardens.
Lucas was a fun loving, free spirited daredevil, but also a kind, generous and compassionate soul. He cared deeply about many social issues and injustices.
Peggy enjoyed being a member of Corpus Christi Busy Bee Sewing Club. She enjoyed knitting and crocheting items for the church bazaars.
Mr. Snyder worked at C. William Hetzer, Inc in Hagerstown, MD for thirty-two years. Randy loved to hunt, fish and spend time with his family.
Some of her favorite things were taking trips to the beach and giraffes. Kate never missed an opportunity for new adventures with her family.
Pat enjoyed flowers, cooking, watching Westerns and the Food Network Channel, adult coloring books and crocheting, of which she donated much.
Mr. Barlup worked at Mack Truck as a machinist for over 32 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, being a handyman and spending time with his family.
Mr. Pugh enjoyed late model dirt track racing. He also enjoyed fishing, hunting and riding four-wheelers with his grandchildren.
Mrs. Snider was a 1952 graduate of the former Chambersburg High School. She was a homemaker and enjoyed baking, canning and taking care of her family.
Ms. Brown worked at the former Stanley Company for nearly 40 years, retiring in 1985. In her earlier years, she enjoyed going to the beach and needle point.
Mr. Spriggs coached soccer throughout the Chambersburg School District and also for the CYSA. Jerome enjoyed coaching, being around people and helping them.
Mrs. Gratton was a member of Grace Baptist Church, Waynesboro,. She enjoyed bingo, going to the senior center and working in her rose garden.
Mr. Miller was a master carpenter and enjoyed spending time in his shop with woodworking projects. He was a big outdoorsman and loved to hunt.
Paul loved to spend time with his family, especially his grandchildren at their sporting events. He enjoyed working and helping others anyway he was able.
William graduated from Boston University School of Theology in 1965 Master of Divinity. He taught English at Rowlesburg, West Virginia High School.
Benjamin volunteered at his church and at Nancy Grayson Elementary School when his children were students there. He cherished and loved his family.
Willie was involved with Boy Scout Troop 70 of Arendtsville, PA for over twenty years as an Assistant Scout Master and Committee Chairman.
Shawn loved his family and his Irish heritage. He was an avid Harley Davidson Motorcycle enthusiast who was passionate about riding on the open road.
Mr. Shoemaker was a graduate of Waynesboro High School and had served in the United States Air Force for six years where he was stationed in Germany.
Jay worked as an underwriter for State Farm Insurance, retiring in 2003 after 36 years. He enjoyed family, golf, gardening, sailing, and traveling.
In her spare time, Donna enjoyed camping, shopping, traveling to the beach and spending time with her dogs and grandkids.
A homemaker most of her life, Ronnie along with her late husband John owned and operated the former North End Market in Mercersburg.
A son of Hope L. (Foster) Varner Binder of Shippensburg and the late Dennis E. Varner, Sr. He worked at numerous services stations in the Shippensburg area.
Mr. Zeger farmed in his early years, and then worked as a truck driver for Bill Harman Trucking and then last worked for Lehman’s Eggs of Chambersburg.
A son of Ralph and Mae (Hoover) Seylar, Jerry was an avid hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed tractor pulls. He loved vacations to the beach with his family.
Glenn loved football, especially Penn State Football, NASCAR racing, and traveling with friends during his retirement years.
John was an avid golfer and enjoyed regular golf trips with friends. John also played professional baseball and men’s softball in his younger years.
Lee worked as a heavy equipment operator at Valley Quarries in Chambersburg for thirty seven years.
Mrs. Clevenger was a homemaker who enjoyed cooking, traveling and doing crossword puzzles. She was a member of Waynesboro Country Club.
Phyllis was a devoted daughter and was the caregiver for her mother during her later years. She enjoyed reading and watching television.
Mr. Haugh attended services at Calvary Assembly of God, Waynesboro and was a member of The NRA and The Waynesboro Fish and Game. He was an avid hunter.
Ken graduated from Biglerville High School. He served in the National Guard and was stationed in Gettysburg. He was a retired antique dealer.
Barbara volunteered at Totem Pole Playhouse and she enjoyed attending the Institute for Retired Persons at Wilson College.
Mrs. Hanks was a member of the Jehova’s Witness Church in McConnellsburg, PA and was a homemaker. Mary loved everybody she met and always had a smile.
Gary drove truck for many years. He enjoyed hunting, riding four wheelers and spending time with his family and friends. Gary also loved his dog Rock.
Charles was a member of the Hub City Model A Club of Hagerstown, Mercersburg Moose, Mercersburg American Legion and the Waynesboro VFW.
A man who loved the mountains, Travis never missed an opportunity to hunt or fish. When he wasn’t working on cars, he could often be found cutting wood.
Tim served over 36 years in the National Guard, including 26 on active duty with the United States Army. He enjoyed golfing, hunting, fishing, and bowling.