Obituaries

Roland Crammer Hoffman

Roland Crammer

Hoffman, 75, of Caswell County, NC, formerly of Memphis, TN went to be with the Lord Thursday April 6, 2023 at the Gibson House Hospice of Rockingham County. Graveside services were conducted April 12, in Greenview Cemetery.

A native of Weatherly, he was a son of the late Roland and Harriet Crammer Hoffman and had lived in Caswell County for the past three years, moving from Memphis, TN. He formerly worked in maintenance for a number of apartment complexes in several different states.

When he was younger he enjoyed working on cars, yard work, hunting, woodworking, camping in a motor home and cooking. When he lived in Weatherly, he was a member of the local volunteer fire department.

Roland was preceded in death by a son, Michael Hoffman; and a sister, Mary Alice Davis. Survivors include his wife, Barbara Bachart Hoffman; sons, Roland “Butch” Hoffman of Pennsylvania, and Charles E. Scott, Jr. (Leslie) of Boomer, NC; daughters, Vicki Price of Ruffin, and Kelly Scott (Charlie) Collins, MS; sister, Laura Puzzetti (Charles) of Weatherly; nine grandchildren, nine greatgrandchildren; and his beloved canine companion Trouble.

Memorials may be sent to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital 262 Danny Thomas Place Memphis, TN 38105 or to Hospice of Rockingham County P.O. Box 281 Wentworth, NC 27375. Citty Funeral Home is assisting the Hoffman family. Online condolences may be sent to: www. cittyfh.com

ALAN JOHN LADICK

Alan John Ladick, of White Haven died peacefully on Monday April 10, 2023 at Weatherwood Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr. Weatherly.

Born in Hazleton, he was the son of the late John and Mary (Spangler) Ladick, Harwood Alan was also predeceased by sister, Eileen (Ladick) Patrick.

Alan was a graduate of West Hazleton High School. He served honorably as a member of the U.S. Navy and U.S. Air Force.

Alan enjoyed photography, spending time outdoors, reading, watching movies, and traveling. Alan had worked for Bemis as a plate mounter.

Alan is survived by his brother-in-law, Robert S. Patrick; niece, Meri Jones and her husband Gerald; great-nieces Madison and Taylor Jones all of White Haven.

Private arrangements have been entrusted to the Philip Jeffries Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc. of Weatherly.

Online condolences can be expressed by visiting www. griffithsfuneralhomes.com

RONALD C. “BUTCH” GERHART

Ronald C. “Butch” past Commander of the Weatherly VFW Post #8128. An avid outdoorsman, Ronald was a member of the Penn Haven Gun Club, former member of Paradise Fishing Club and a lifetime member of the NRA, VFW and the North American Hunting Club. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping with family and friends. He was part of the “Good Timers” bowling league and was a huge fan of NASCAR, watching either at home or from the grandstands. He served for many years on the “Pit Crew” for a family friend’s Go-Cart team. He enjoyed attending reunions with his fellow Vietnam veteran comrades. Together they traveled to various destinations. He also went on several cruises, including a special trip to Hawaii with his wife, spending good times with friends.

Gerhart, beloved husband, father, and Pappy, of Packer Street, Weatherly, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 27, 2023, at home surrounded by his family. He was 78 years of age.

Born October 14, 1944 in Hazleton, he was the son of the late Earl and Ruth M. (Hinkle) Gerhart. Ronald was also predeceased by his brother Raymond E. “Rocky” Gerhart and granddaughter, Kennedy Halechko.

Surviving are his beloved wife of 39 years, Celine “Cindy” (Jackson) Gerhart; sons Corey E. Gerhart and his wife Toni, and Joseph Halechko and his wife Becky; daughters Michelle R. Gower, wife of Michael, Stacey L. Weigand, wife of Jonathan, Jennifer E. Barnes, wife of Jeffery; and grandchildren Mason and Kendall Gerhart, Bristol Halechko, Morgan and Michael (Jr.) Gower, Tanner Titus, Emily and Alison Weigand, and Kaileigh Barnes. He absolutely adored his children, grandchildren and fur babies; a devoted family man.

Ronald served his country honorably as a member of the United States Army during the Vietnam War and was a Purple Heart recipient. He belonged to the B Company, 1st Battalion, 22nd Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division.

An active member of Salem U.C.C. of Weatherly, Ronald served as Deacon, Church Elder, and chairman of the property committee.

Funeral arrangements were entrusted to the Philip J. Jeffries Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Weatherly. A celebration of Ronald’s life was held April 11, at Salem U.C.C. Entombment with Military Honors was bestowed on April 12, at Ft. Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville.

Memorials may be made in Ronald’s name to: Carbon County Animal Shelter

63 Broad Street

Nesquehoning, PA 18240 or

Disabled American Veteran Association

1123 East End Blvd

443-9816

Civically, Ronald was a Boy Scout leader, a member of American Legion Post 360, a former member of Citizen’s Fire Company, Weatherly, and

Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702

Online condolences may be made to the family at www. griffithsfuneralhomes.com