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Nancy D. Houser 1930-2026

Nancy D. Houser, 96, of Chambersburg, PA, passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at her home.

Nancy D. Houser
Nancy D. Houser

Born March 21, 1930, in Chambersburg, she was a daughter of the late Charles Edward and Mary Catherine Harrison Cramer.

Nancy was employed for 32 years at the former Glick Shoe Store in Chambersburg and later at the Totem Pole box office in Fayetteville.

She enjoyed spending time with family and many close friends. She also enjoyed watching her grandchildren play little league, duck pin bowling, playing cards, flower gardening and decorating for the seasons.

Nancy served on the Cramer Family Reunion Committee for over 40 years. She was a member of Zion Reformed United Church of Christ, AARP 2287, Elks #600 Auxiliary, and a life member of the VFW Post 1599 Auxiliary.

She is survived by two children, Mark Houser (Connie) of Chambersburg, and Barbara Keller of Greencastle; four grandchildren, Brian and Curtis Houser of Chambersburg, and Jody and Sherry Keller of Greencastle; five great grandchildren, Tyler, Bradley, Jenalea, Brady and Levi; three great-great grandchildren, Brody, Hayden and Chloe; and many Cramer and McDonald nieces, nephews and cousins.

The last of her immediate family, Nancy was preceded in death by her parents; eleven siblings; her loving daughter, Lea; daughter-in-law, Judy; and son-in-law, Thomas.

A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at Lincoln Cemetery.

Arrangements are entrusted to the Thomas L. Geisel Funeral Home, Chambersburg, PA.

Memorial contributions may be made to Zion Reformed Church, 259 South Main St., Chambersburg, PA 17201.

Condolences and memories may be shared at the funeral home’s website.

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