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Sara was a nursing student in Philadelphia when a classmate set her up on a blind date. She agreed to meet Ken Frazer, who was in the Navy, and as the saying goes… the rest was history.
Sara and Ken were married in north Jersey on July 24, 1954, when Sara was 21 and Ken was 24. Ken’s father, an Episcopal minister, performed the ceremony.
Ken was originally from Medford, New Jersey. Sara hailed from Reamstown.
Throughout their marriage, the couple moved several times, from Burlington County, New Jersey, to Dayton, Ohio, then heading back east to Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, before eventually returning to Sara’s roots in Denver.
Now married for 70 years, the Frazers say one of their favorite shared experiences has
been raising their children. Ken and Sara are the parents of Timothy Frazer, married to Mary Frazer, Schwenksville; Karen Fegley, married to Warren Fegley, Ephrata; Diane Frazer, married to Robert Hayhurst, Ephrata; and Randy Frazer, married to Lori Frazer, Denver. The Frazer family also includes six grandchildren and eight greatgrandchildren.
This Valentine’s Day, we are sharing stories of local couples whose marriages have stood the test of time for more than six decades. The couples featured on this week’s cover pages shared their stories and words of advice for long-lasting love.
In addition to treasuring time with their family, Ken and Sara have also enjoyed traveling. The couple shares fond memories of
Janice married that boy, Donald, six years later at Ephrata Grace Evangelical Congregational Church.
trips to Alaska, the Caribbean and Germany, as well as visiting other states with their children.
The Frazers say that the most important qualities that have helped their marriage last are respect, love and faith. Along those lines, their biggest piece of advice for young couples is to always respect each other. They also agree with that old adage… “Never go to bed angry.”
The Weaver family is spread across the east coast, with children living in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, New York City and Charleston, South Carolina.
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sitting behind her in study hall came to her rescue.
The Weavers both grew up in the Ephrata/ Akron area. They spent 57 years restoring and enjoying their family home together in Akron.
Five years ago, the couple moved to Luther Acres and have been enjoying life in Lititz.
Donald and Janice were blessed with four children during their marriage, though their son Jonathon passed away as an infant and they lost their son Keith more recently as an adult.
Eight grandchildren have added joy to their lives. All have graduated from college, with the exception of one who is currently a freshman at Charleston University. All but two grandchildren are married. Three great-grandchildren have also joined the family, including a set of twins, and a fourth great-grandchild is due in February.
It’s no surprise that Donald and Janice’s children have embraced life in other parts of the country, as the Weavers note that some of their favorite memories involve traveling around the United States as a family. One destination they recall especially fondly was when they spent three summers in Tucson, Arizona while Donald did graduate work at the University of Arizona.
In more recent years, they have enjoyed traveling with Backroad Tours from Ephrata, taking in the great treasures in many countries of Europe, and making many new travel friends along the way.
When asked what has helped their marriage be successful, Donald and Janice say that getting along is the foundation for the teamwork needed to build a life together, noting that God is their guide and anchor.
After 62 years of marriage, the Weavers are still working together to solve problems, just like the day they met. They advise other couples that when troubles arise, as they surely will, talk things over and pray together – but don’t give up, as the best is yet to be!
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The Lancaster County Office of Aging, Lititz Senior Center, located at Lititz United Methodist Church, 201 East Market Street, Lititz, is open Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 8:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., with lunch served at 11:30 a.m. There is no cost to attend.
The Center serves independent Lancaster County
seniors ages 60 and up from Ephrata, Rothsville, Akron, Neffsville and Lititz areas. Ephrata is also served by van service. Reservations for lunch and transportation must be made by 10:00 a.m., one day in advance, by calling the Center at 717626-2800.
Daily Activities Include:
Wednesday, February 12: 9:00 a.m., Chair Yoga with Marcy; 9:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m., Tai Chi with Kathy; 10:00 a.m., Bible Study with Pastor Vernon; 10:30 a.m., Bingo; 11:30 a.m., Lunch.
Thursday, February 13: 9:00 a.m., Table Games; 9:15 a.m., Exercise with Kathy; 9:30 a.m., Streets Jazz Band, Celebrating Valentine’s Day; 11:30 a.m., Lunch.
Monday, February 17: Center Closed.
Lunch Menu:
Wednesday, February 12: Pasta and meatballs (4), 3/4 cup pasta with marinara, 1 cup tossed salad with tomato, garlic breadstick, seasonal fresh fruit.
Thursday, February 13: 3 oz. Salisbury steak with 2 oz. gravy, baked potato with margarine, 1/2 cup green
The Historical Society of the Cocalico Valley, located at 237-249 West Main Street (Route 322), Ephrata, needs your help! They are hoping that Shopping News readers can provide information regarding this photo. Shown in the photo are unidentified students in third grade at Fulton Street School, ca. 1960s, with teacher Ida Groff.
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Rosanna H. “Rose” Gray, 77, formerly of Mohnton, passed away on Thursday, January 30th, 2025, at the Zerbe Sisters Nursing Center. Born in Denver, Rose was a daughter of the late William I. and Edna (Sweigart) Heilinger. She was the loving wife of Samuel D. “David” Gray for 62 years. Rose was a member of the Bridgeville Evangelical Church in Narvon. She put her whole heart into raising her family and watching them grow. Rose enjoyed spending her free time in her flower garden, crafting, and macramé. The things Rose loved most were family,
Rebecca L. Stoltzfus, 84, Lititz, passed away on Wednesday, January 29.
She was the wife of the late Henry F. Stoltzfus. She is survived by eight sons: Eli B., husband of Marian Stoltzfus Stoltzfus, Lititz; Gideon B. Stoltzfus, Lititz; Steven S., husband of Sadie Stoltzfus Stoltzfus, Lititz; Henry F. Jr., husband of Susan Esh Stoltzfus, Lititz; Sam S., husband of Bertha Zook Stoltzfus, Lititz; Wilmer S., husband of Liz Lapp Stoltzfus, Lititz; Leon S. Stoltzfus, Lititz; and Melvin S., husband of Lydia Ruth Smucker Stoltzfus, Manheim; two daughters: Amanda S., wife of Daniel Stoltzfus, Bird-in-Hand, and
sons, Darren W., husband of Kim Gray of Adamstown and Dean W. Gray of Ephrata; two grandchildren, Connor Gray & Jessica Serrano; and great-grandson, Damian Serrano, and sister, Kathy Runk. Rosanna is predeceased by a son, David Gray; three sisters and a brother.
friends, and candy. Her loving and supporting heart will be deeply missed.
Along with her husband, Rosanna is survived by two
Annie S., wife of Jacob R. King, East Earl; 60 grandchildren; 61 great-grandchildren; a brother, Amos, husband of Mary Zook Stoltzfus; and four sisters: Katie Lapp, Lancaster; Sylvia Stoltzfus, Gratz; Mary, wife of Chester Stoltzfus, Paradise; and Amanda, Drumore.
Daniel G. Weaver, 69, husband of Debra (Weaver) Weaver, Lititz, passed away on Wednesday, January 29. Besides his wife, he is survived by three daughters: Rosalie, Free Union, Virginia; Amy, at home; Lisa, at home; two stepsons: Jason Torkelson, husband of Jennifer (Martin), Mine Centre, Ontario, and David
A visitation took place on Friday, February 7th with a celebration of life service that begin at 7:00 p.m. at Good Sipler Funeral & Cremation Centre, Inc. 34 N. Reamstown Road, Reamstown (Stevens), PA 17567.
In lieu of flowers, contributions are appreciated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, www.give.bcrf. org.
Torkelson, husband of Kathryn (Krahn), Barwick, Ontario; 11 step-grandchildren; a brother, David G., husband of Edith Weaver, Womelsdorf; and three sisters: Mildred, Ephrata; Miriam, Ephrata; and Martha, wife of Melvin Nolt, East Earl.
Glenn W. Weaver, 71, Leola, passed away on Wednesday, January 29.
He is survived by seven brothers: James Weaver; John, husband of Patricia Weaver; Edward, husband of Catherine Weaver; David, husband of Cynthia Weaver; Kurt, husband of Andrea Weaver; Gary, husband of Jacqueline Weaver; and Mark, husband of Sarah
Brittany S. (Parmer) Merklinger, 34, of Ephrata passed away on Wednesday, January 29th, 2025, at the Ephrata WellSpan Community Hospital. She was the loving wife of Michael H. Merklinger for nearly 15 years. Born in Ephrata, PA, she was the daughter of Douglas W. Parmer & Deanna S. (Tackett) Horst and stepfather Clifford Horst. Brittany was a graduate of Garden Spot High School, class of 2008. Brittany met Michael in high school while going to CTC for floral design. She was employed at People’s, Shady Maple, New Holland Family Restaurant, Ephrata Walmart and loved her current position as a cafeteria aid at the Ephrata Middle School. She was also a volunteer for the Ephrata Fire Company with a passion for supporting the families, fundraisers, etc.
brother-in-laws, Gregory (Brittany) Merklinger of Denver, Bryan (Sasha) Jurasinski of Ephrata; sisterin-laws, Stephanie Tietz of Denver, Dana Merklinger (Keith Yancoskie) of East Earl; aunts, Lori Betts and Marie Forney; eight nieces and nephews. Brittany is predeceased by maternal grandparents, Harold & Brenda Tackett.
A celebration of life service will be held on Saturday, February 15th from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm, at the Ephrata Fire Company, 135 S. State St., Ephrata, PA 17522. In lieu of flowers, contributions are appreciated to Brittany’s GoFundMe page: https://gofund.me/ 4a16f8df
In addition to her husband and parents, she is survived by three children: Shayla, Michael Jr. and Brayden; brother, Jeremy Parmer of East Earl; sister, Chelsea Parmer (Jackson Longenecker) of Ephrata; father in law, Henry (Janelle) Merklinger Jr. of Denver; motherin-law, Karen (Steve) D’Agostino of Reading;
Brittany adored the Christmas season, decorating all over the home. She was also a Philadelphia Eagles fan. She loved her family and involving her children in the volunteer work. She was always helpful, forgiving & found joy in simple ways. Her loving heart will be deeply missed by her family, friends and the community she served.
Weaver; and a sister, Barbara, wife of Kenneth Beears. Ann Marie Guy, 60, wife of Nicholas N. Guy, Brownstown, passed away on Thursday, January 30.
Besides her husband, she is survived by five daughters: Christina M., wife of Dave Swiger, Lancaster; Nicole A. Guy, Brownstown; Danielle E. Guy, Brownstown; Samantha J. Kramer, Browns-
The family would like to extend their gratitude to the outpouring of love from many families, friends, especially Michael, Kayla, Amanda and the Ephrata community.
town; and Kaitlyn C. Guy, fiancée of Peter Misel, York; and five grandchildren. Paul Reiff Martin, 76, husband of Annie (Shirk) (Continued On Page 4A)
Martin, East Earl, passed away on Thursday, January 30.
Besides his wife, he is survived by three sons: Elvin, husband of Evelyn Martin, East Earl; Jay Paul, husband of Louella Martin, Dundee, New York; and Jonathan, husband of Rose Ann Martin, Red Creek, New York; seven daughters: Alma, wife of Nevin Zimmerman, Lititz; Anna Mary, wife of Leon Martin, Elma, Iowa; Norma, wife of Levi Leinbach, East Earl; Grace, wife of Lamar Zimmerman, Greenwood, Wisconsin; Linda, wife of John Aaron Hoover, Curtiss, Wisconsin; Arlene, wife of Amos Zimmerman, Mohnton; and Annetta, wife of John Martin, Sharon Grove, Kentucky; 58 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; two brothers: LeRoy, husband of Martha Martin, Morgantown, and Aaron, husband of Christine Martin, Leesport; and three sisters: Mabel Martin, New Holland; Ella Mae, wife of Neal Hoover, Mt. Pleasant Mills; and Elizabeth, wife of James Leid, Narvon.
He was preceded in death by a stillborn son, one grandchild and one greatgrandchild.
Dennis J. Michael, 73, husband of Cindy (Lucinda) Michael, Ephrata, passed away on Thursday, January 30.
Besides his wife, he is survived by a son, Jason C., husband of Angie (Palko) Michael; a daughter, Shannon E., wife of Justin Popolis; seven grandchildren; and two sisters: Judy, wife of Daniel Krumm, and Sandy Erdley.
Irwin H. Martin, 93, Ephrata, passed away on Friday, January 31.
He was the husband of the late Nora Buckwalter Martin.
He is survived by three sons: Leonard B., husband of Arlene (Burkholder) Martin; Elvin B., husband of Erla (High) Martin; and Harold B., husband of Mary J. (Snyder) Martin; a daughter, Marian B., wife of Elvin Zimmerman; 18 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Anna H. Martin.
Patricia Nuala (née Carey) Fulton, 87, Luther Acres, Lititz, passed away on Saturday, February 1.
She was the wife of the late Richard William Fulton.
She is survived by a son, R. Sean Fulton, husband of Lori Ehrlich; three daughters: Keara Fink, wife of Lloyd; Deirdre BeVard, wife of Warren; and Maura Fulton, wife of Douglas
Alice Mae Esterbrook
Alice Mae Esterbrook, 88, of Akron, PA, passed away on January 14, 2025 after a longsuffering battle with Alzheimer’s disease. She was born in Butler Township, PA to the late Alfred and Ethel Williams. Alice is survived by her husband of nearly 73 years, Charles Eugene Esterbrook and her three children: Debra L. FranksBoettcher, Karl A. Esterbrook and Mark B. Esterbrook. Her daughter, Lisa A. Esterbrook, preceded her death in 1959. Alice is also survived by seven grandchildren (Schon, Jennifer, Kyle, Lauren, Megan, Evan, and Samantha) and three great-grandchildren (Brendan, Anisa and Ella).
In addition to being a loving
Rugh; and seven grandchildren.
Fannie E. Stoltzfoos, 74, Leola, passed away on Saturday, February 1.
She was the wife of the late Daniel B. Stoltzfoos.
She is survived by three sons: Daniel Jr., husband of Emma Ebersol Stoltzfoos, Fort Plain, New York; Levi, husband of Sarah Glick Stoltzfoos, Leola; and Benjamin, husband of Sadie Mae Esch Stoltzfoos, Leola; seven daughters: Elizabeth, wife of Christ Stoltzfus, Elizabethtown; Priscilla, wife of Abram Beiler, Man-
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wife and mother, Alice also worked as a homemaker and CNA at Brethren Village before she retired. She enjoyed cooking, cross stitch, dancing, reading, but most of all, spending time with her family. Alice faced many
heim; Sylvia, wife of Stephen Stoltzfoos, Ephrata; Lena, wife of Eli Ebersol, Manheim; Ruth, wife of Steven Fisher, Honey Brook; Fannie, wife of Eli Stoltzfus, Narvon; and Anna, wife of Chester Miller, Fort Plain, New York; 73 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; two brothers: Ben, husband of Elsie Kauffman, Spring Glen, and Elam, husband of Mary Kauffman, Canajoharie, New York; and a sister, Priscilla, wife of Stevie Fisher, Lykens.
She was preceded in death by two grandchildren.
Esther M. Bollinger, 89, Reinholds, passed away on Sunday, February 2.
challenges throughout her life, but always managed to put the needs of other’s first, exemplifying the belief that our circumstances in life do not need to define us. Visiting family and friends were always greeted by a big smile, hugs, and delicious food.
Alice will be interred at the Indiantown Gap National Cemetery at a future date as determined by the family. In lieu of flowers or cards, please consider a contribution to the Alzheimer’s Association at https://www.alz. org/.
To leave an online condolence, visit Snyder FuneralHome.com
She was the wife of the late Ray B. Bollinger.
She is survived by three sons: Dale L. Bollinger, husband of Cheryl; Michael L. Bollinger, husband of Donna; and Nelson R. Bollinger, husband of Treva; a daughter, Diane M. Eby, wife of Phil; 14 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and three brothers: Norman Leininger Jr., Stanley Leininger and Glenn Leininger.
Lloyd W. Reiff, 75, husband of Laura Reiff, Strasburg, formerly of New Holland, passed away on Sunday, February 2.
Besides his wife, he is
survived by two sons: Lloyd, husband of Susan Reiff, and Lyndon, husband of Angela Reiff; a daughter, Lisa Wiginton; seven grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Robert Allen “Bob” Werner, 75, husband of Alana R. (Breneman) Werner, Lititz, passed away on Sunday, February 2.
Besides his wife, he is survived by two daughters: Kimberly Landis, wife of Jon, and Kelly Amaroso, wife of Gregory; four grandchildren; three brothers: Tom Werner, husband of Mary; David Werner, husband of Susan; and Mike
Werner, husband of Cathleen; and two sisters: Susan Brumaghim, wife of Mark, and Deborah Gochenour.
P. LaMarr Stauffer, 72, husband of Gail Stauffer, Ephrata, passed away on Monday, February 3.
Besides his wife, he is survived by three daughters: Olivia, wife of Daniel Good; Amanda, wife of Allen Nace; and Caitlin, wife of Douglas Cashell; six grandchildren; and a sister, Sandra Stauffer-Young, wife of Jim Young.
Ellen M. “Sis” Wenger, 95, New Holland, passed away on Monday, February 3.
She was the wife of the late Charles U. Junie Wenger Jr.
She is survived by two sons: John, husband of Vicky Wenger, New Holland, and David, husband of Marianne Wenger, New Holland; two daughters: Susan, wife of Ross Bare, Columbia, and Sally, wife of Donald Usner, East Earl; seven grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
Louis Lauver, born Luis Perfecto Cabrera Santiago, 87, husband of Miriam Gonzalez Lauver, Brickerville, passed away on Tuesday, February 4.
Besides his wife, he is survived by a son, James A. Lauver, Frankfurt, Germany; a daughter, Lisa M. Lauver, Denver, Colorado; a stepson and daughter-in-law; a brother, Carlos Cabrera, Puerto Rico; and a sister, Juanita Cabrera, Clearwater, Florida.
Needing a change of pace, Wayne and Jen Groff decided to pursue their vision in opening a shop where they could offer an eclectic mix of gathered items, vintage and new. They previously owned and operated Groff Painting in Ephrata, but after years of running that business, they decided it was time for a change.
In January of 2025, they opened The Rustic Wren, a vintage, home goods and decor store, located on Route 272 between Ephrata and Adamstown. They are located in the building that used to be the home of White Oak Country Store, and before that, Cocalico Creek Country Store. The Rustic Wren has a diverse mix of old and new items, something to appeal to everyone. One section of the store has wall art, lamps and decorative items, while another section has vintage record albums and ephemera. There are also primitives, greenery, handmade wreaths, candles, fun signs, toys and collectibles. It’s this mix that makes The Rustic Wren worth the stop.
Jen and Wayne love their
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Parents and guardians: Why not take a tour of the 1792 Johannes Mueller House? Kids and adults alike love learning about how a typical Moravian lived right here in Lititz during the 1700s. It’s both fun and educational!
By Ryan A. Berenz
new business venture, stating that they “enjoy their interactions with their customers and seeing them smile when they purchase an item for their home.”
Stop by The Rustic Wren and see what the excitement is all about. They are located at 1037 North Reading Road, in Stevens. They are open
It’s all happening at the Lititz Historical Foundation on Monday, February 17, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tour tickets can be
Thursday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. You can reach them at 717-617-9736 or via email at rusticwren@outlook. com. They have a popular Facebook page as well under “Rustic Wren” (without the word “The”). Follow Facebook for updates.
purchased online, but walk ins are also welcome! Tours take place every hour. The Lititz Museum is open by donation.
First Church Ephrata will continue their series on the Gospel of John. If you are watching on TV, using their website streaming or are coming to their services, they hope you are getting a better understanding of what is being said in the Gospel of John. So, even if you’ve heard preaching on this Gospel before, come, listen and learn.
First Church Ephrata is on their fourth group of sermons in this series and they’d love to have you join them. They are located at 68 North Church Street, Ephrata, and have a traditional service at 8:30 a.m. and a contemporary service at 10:30 a.m. The TV broadcast is on Blue Ridge at 12:00 noon on Sunday. Their website is https:// ephratafirst.org. If you have any questions, please call the church office at 717-7382465.
Scripture Passages For Each Sunday • Sunday, February 16John 10:1-21
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or visit their website at lititzlibrary.org.
• Knitting Club - Tuesdays,
February 11 & 25 at 6:00 p.m., and Monday, February 17 at 10:00 a.m. Knitting Club meets the first and third Monday of the month, from 10:00 a.m. until noon and the second and last Tuesday of each month from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Knitting Club is for people who knit and like to share the craft. This is not a class or instruction, just a friendly gathering to knit and work on projects. Must bring all your own supplies. Crocheters also welcome. No registration required.
• Baked Books ClubTuesday, February 11 at 2:00 p.m. Meets at the library on the second Tuesday of the month at 2:00 p.m. They read a book, discuss it, and enjoy a dessert to go along with the book. Online registration begins two weeks prior.
• Movie - Banned Together: The Fight Against Censorship. A private, prerelease screening of the movie “Banned Together: The Fight Against Censorship.” Come join them for this important movie!
- Tuesday, February 11 at 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Online registration began Tuesday, January 28.
this moderated, non-partisan discussion group. No special knowledge is required for this informal discussion forum, just an inquiring mind. No registration required.
• Exploring Growing Together - Thursdays, February 13 & 27 at 11:00 a.m. A forum discussion learning series offers a safe learning environment in which to discuss and explore topics and beliefs. No registration needed.
• Painting Club - Wednesdays, February 12 & 26 at 12:30 p.m. Meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. Bring your own painting supplies. Get together with others to paint and socialize. No registration required.
• Lititz Historical Foundation: The healing, the harmful, and the quackery: Medicine in the 1800sSaturday, February 15 at 1:30 p.m. They’ll be hosting local expert Diane Whitcomb, who’ll be presenting “The healing, the harmful, and the quackery: Medicine in the 1800s.” Travel back in time for a discussion about 1800s medical care, treatments and medications such as bloodletting, leeches, laudanum, and asthma cigarettes. See how pills were made on an antique pill roller. Learn about illnesses once prevalent in the Lancaster and Philadelphia areas such as diphtheria, smallpox, yellow fever, scarlet fever, tuberculosis and whooping cough. Discover the medications and herbs used then that might be similar to the medications in your home medicine chest. Online registration is required and began on Saturday, February 1.
• Great Decisions Discussion Group - Wednesday, February 12 at 6:30 p.m. If you have an interest in foreign affairs, join them for
• Writing Club - Monday, February 17 at 1:00 p.m. Come join the community of writers to gain support, share information, and critiques. Contact Diane at dguscott@ (Continued On Page 11A)
More than 1400 York College students were recognized for their academic achievement by earning a place on the Dean’s List for the fall 2024 semester.
To be eligible for this honor, a student must be registered for at least 12 academic credit hours and earn a semester GPA of 3.50 or higher.
Local students included:
• Caitlin Brendlinger, a Senior Nursing RN major from Terre Hill, has made the Dean’s List.
• Kennedy Conte, a Sophomore Nursing major from Lititz, has made the Dean’s List.
• Rebecca Cox, a Junior Nursing major from New Holland, has made the Dean’s List.
• John Didinger, a Freshman Undeclared major from Narvon, has made the Dean’s List.
• Sarah Drury, a Freshman Graphic Design major from Ephrata, has made the Dean’s List.
• Katherine Jeanes, a Senior Graphic Design major from Lititz, has made the Dean’s List.
• Savannah Jordan, a Senior Biology major from
Lititz, has made the Dean’s List.
• Natalie Kreider, a Senior Nursing major from Lititz, has made the Dean’s List.
• Kendall Mentzer, a Freshman Nursing major from Lititz, has made the Dean’s List.
• Kyleigh Muckle, a Senior Nursing major from Lititz, has made the Dean’s List.
• Jayna Ober, a Sophomore Marketing major from Lititz, has made the Dean’s List.
• Kayla Reidenbaugh, a Sophomore Civil Engineering major from Ephrata, has made the Dean’s List.
• Brendan Weaver, a Junior Sport Management major from Denver, has made the Dean’s List.
Bob and Kathy Trout will celebrate their 64th wedding anniversary this spring.
Both originally hailing from the coal region of northeastern Pennsylvania – Bob from Schuylkill Haven and Kathy from Nesquehoning – the couple first met at a dance in Lansford. In April of 1961, they were married in a candlelight service at Meed’s Methodist Church in Nesquehoning. After their marriage, the Trouts moved to Ephrata, eventually settling their young family in Akron.
Brant Lane Bomberger of Lititz, a senior majoring in environmental engineering, was named a Presidential Scholar for the fall 2024 semester at Clarkson University.
Presidential Scholars must achieve a minimum 3.80 grade-point average and carry at least 14 credit hours.
The following students from the local area were named to the fall 2024
President’s List at Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU).
Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.700 and above for the reporting term are named to the President’s List. Full-time status is achieved by earning 12 credits over each 16-week term or paired 8-week terms grouped in fall, winter/ spring, and summer.
• Courtney Myer of Stevens
• Joshua Paddon of New Holland
• Jordan Shirk of Lititz
• Sabrina Verdecia of Lititz
• Heather Ferrari of Lititz
• Charlotte Armistead of Ephrata
• Madison Putt of Ephrata
• Jennifer Alcala of Ephrata
Bob and Kathy have two children: a daughter, Debra, wife of Donald Reese, Akron; and a son, Robert, husband of Michele (Cramer), Lancaster. They are the grandparents of Ashlyn (Trout), wife of Nate Binkley, Conestoga; Layne Trout, Lancaster; and Tori Reese, Akron.
Throughout their marriage, the Trouts enjoyed bowling and golfing together. They also did some traveling together over the years.
When asked what qualities or ideas helped contribute to a successful marriage, their advice to others is to be kind and thoughtful towards each other.
• Kevin Alcala of Ephrata
• Catherine Martin of Akron
Ava Martin, a Communication Sciences and Disorders major from Lititz, was named to Samford University’s Dean’s List for the fall 2024 semester.
To qualify for the Dean’s List, a student must earn a minimum 3.5 grade point average out of a possible 4.0 while attempting at least 12 credit hours of coursework. The Dean’s List is the highest academic recognition given by the school at the end of each semester.
See pages 1A and 1B to read about more local couples!
Faith has played a key role in Jay and Lois Fulmer’s lives. It influenced where they lived, as Jay attended seminary and became a pastor. The Fulmers moved quite a few times throughout their marriage, from their hometowns of Neffsville and Lancaster, to Massachusetts, Texas, and Ono, Pennsylvania, before returning back to New Holland and Narvon.
Charles and Mary Sauder, now both 88, have shared a lot throughout their lives.
The couple met through a common group of friends. They raised six children together – three boys and three girls.
They had a mutual love of spending time at their cabin in Slate Run.
Even when Charles had his own obligations as a longdistance truck driver, Mary enjoyed riding along with him.
The Sauders acknowledge, however, that a couple won’t always be on the same page. They say that one of the things that has helped their marriage last so long is being willing to accept the other’s ideas and knowing that you won’t always agree. Sometimes, you just have to agree to disagree – that’s their advice to young couples, along
Their faith has also been a main focus in their relationship. While the Fulmers believe that patience, kindness, good communication, and a deep love for each other are crucial to a successful marriage, they also believe that their faith and trust in Jesus Christ must be at the center of their lives. When asked what advice they have for young couples, Lois reiterated those same ideals, noting that the couple has multiple grandchildren who were married in recent years, and it is the same guidance they would pass on to them.
with prayer and keeping God first in your life.
The Sauders’ advice comes after nearly 69 years of marriage. Charles, who grew up in East Earl at the C.E. Sauder & Sons feed mill and Mary, who grew up in New Holland, were married on April 28, 1956 at Mary’s parents’ home.
They are the parents of Clifford (Anna Mae) Sauder, East Earl; Dawn (Jose) Sevilla, New Holland; Bruce (Wanda) Sauder, East Earl; Bonnie (Dwayne) Martin, New Holland; Tanya (Shane) Esbenshade, East Earl; and Travis (Carolyn) Sauder, Denver.
The Fulmers have plenty of experience to base their advice on. They will celebrate their 70th wedding anniversary this year. Married on August 6, 1955 at Calvary Church, Lancaster, the couple met after being introduced by mutual friends at Dutch Haven Restaurant.
Now both 89 years old (Lois will turn 90 in a few weeks), the Fulmers have gone through the ups and downs of life together. They note that one of the saddest moments in their lives was the death of their first son. He passed away very suddenly at the age of 4½ years old. Doctors determined a brain tumor was the cause.
While their faith and love helped get them through the tough times, their happiest memories revolve around the same values. Jay and Lois fondly remember a glorious 50th wedding anniversary trip gifted to them by their children. “We saw all the beautiful canyons God made!”
The Fulmers have four children: Dave, husband of Beth Fulmer, New Holland; Donna, wife of Brian Larson, Elverson; Doug, husband of Donna Fulmer, Lancaster; and Diane, wife of Mike Roth, Lititz. The family also includes 15 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.
The Sauder family also includes 18 grandchildren (plus one stillborn), and 15 great-grandchildren, with three more on the way!
(Originally published in the December 30, 1987 issue of The Shopping News)
NEI YAAHR
By Anna F. Faust
Es alt Yaahr is verbei, en neies kummt rei; As ich noch doh bin, sett ich dankbaar sei! Acht un sechzich hab schun gsehne kumme un geh, Verleicht is es Zeit vun Feiere sich abzugewehne.
In Nei Yarick gebt’s den Owed en mechdich YachtAlli-ebber is am waarde fer die Halbnacht. So gschwind as die Uhr schlaagt, brecht alles los: Die Mensche kumme zum Lewe in die Schtrooss.
Fer baut ee Schtunn dutt’s hesselborich mache; Sie fliege Baluune un mache Feiergraeckers grache.
Sie bosse alli-ebber un duh nanner umaarme; Sie warre net kalt, ihr haunse dutt sie waerme.
Viel Leit fer’s Nei Yaahr macht sich paar Verschprechnes; Bis der Verfiehrer sie aafecht, noh glei verbreche sie’s. Gege soich Dummheit hab ich en dicke Haut; Verlosst eich druff, mir hen Seifleesch un Sauergraut.
Mir esse an die Karich un nochdem watt gsunge. An Halbnacht watt die Karichglock gerunge. Annre gleiche den Owed ihr Flinde abschiesse, Mit Hallich Nei Yaahr! duh ich eich all griesse!
December 2, 1986
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The old year has passed, a new one has arrived; I’m happy to still be alive. I’ve seen 68 (New Years) come and go. Perhaps it’s time to stop celebrating./New Year’s Eve in New York City is a great event. Everyone is awaiting midnight. As soon as the clock strikes, pandemonium occurs, and the masses come alive in the streets./For about an hour the noise is deafening; balloons are released and firecrackers explode. Everybody kisses and hugs each other. Their carrying on keeps them warm./At New Year many people make resolutions. As soon as they are tempted, they break them. I do not take much stock in such practices. But depend on it, tomorrow we’ll have pork and sauerkraut./ We have supper at church followed by hymn singing. At midnight the church bell rings. Some folks like to fire off their guns at midnight. With a “Happy New Year” we greet you all!
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Since NEI YAAHR came to us too late to be used last year, we are printing it this New Year season. In NEI YAAHR, die Anna vun Bannwill first reports on the celebration of the New Year in New York as seen on television; then she reflects on the making of New Year’s resolutions and the old custom of having pork and sauerkraut on New Year’s. Finally, the manner in which she greets the New Year. Of course, she does not forget the ancient custom of “es Nei Yaahr aaschiesse,” a custom still practiced in Germany. We have heard from die Anna vun Bannwill in the old year and we will continue to hear from her in the New Year, for we have many delightful poems on hand eager to see the light of day. ***
Bischli-Gnippli un die Bischlin-Gnipplin winsche eich all en blessierlich un hallich Nei Yaahr!!!
December 30, 1987
Yuscht en Bischli-Gnippli un sei Fraa
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• Blanketeers - Tuesday, February 18 at 2:00 p.m. The Blanketeers meet on the first and third Tuesday of each month. They get together to socialize and create blankets of various kinds for Project Linus. Project Linus is a volunteer non-profit organization that created handmade blankets to give to children who are seriously ill, traumatized or otherwise in need of new handmade blankets. Project Linus welcomes blankets in all styles, including quilts, tied comforters, fleece blankets, crocheted and knitted afghans. No registration needed. For more information contact dguscott@ lititzlibrary.org or call 717626-2255.
• Jane Austen SocietyTuesday, February 18 at 6:30 p.m. Come discuss all things Jane Austen while enjoying tea and treats. No registration needed.
• Lititz Game Club - Wednesday, February 19 at 4:30 p.m. Meets on the first and third Wednesday of the month. A place for people to come together and play tabletop games. Whether you enjoy casual games like Uno and Scrabble, Gateway games like Catan, Wingspan, and Ticket to Ride, or more strategic games like Scythe and Terraforming Mars, they have plenty of fun games to play. A game library with a selection of games is available, but feel free to bring your own (familyfriendly) games as well! Their games accommodate players ages 10 and up. No registration is needed.
• Concert: Swing StreetThursday, February 20 at 6:30 p.m. Swing Street is a jazz quartet based in Lancaster. The quartet features a mix of mainstream jazz standards, some jazz adaptations of popular tunes, and a few adventures into smooth jazz. Please join them for what is sure to be a wonderful evening of musical enjoyment! Online registration began on Thursday, February 6.
• Lititz Art AssociationTuesday, February 25 at 6:00 p.m. No registration needed.
• The Art of Your Energy Meditation Group - Wednesday, February 26 at 12:00 noon. Mari Beckman is a metaphysics and meditation teacher from Manheim Township. Mari has taught spiritual growth classes based on her book “The Art
of Your Energy” for five years and has been working with the human energy field for over 20 years. If you are interested in learning to meditate to help you gain confidence, sleep better, relax and have fun then this class is for you! Beginners and regular meditators are welcome. Registration begins 2 weeks prior.
• Red Rose Quilters Guild of Lancaster Embroidery Mini Group - Wednesday, February 26 at 1:30 p.m. This club works to promote, educate, and encourage the love of machine embroidery incorporating it into their love for quilting. Meeting on the fourth Wednesday of each month. Come share your knowledge, show and tell project, and answer any
problems or questions about machine embroidering. No registration needed.
• BYOB Book ClubThursday, February 27 at 2:00 p.m. A non-traditional book club. Bring whatever you are currently reading and share it with the group. This is a great way to find new books. For more information contact Diane at dguscott@lititzlibrary.org
• Blood Drive - Thursday, February 27 from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
• Accessible Yoga with Black Cat Yoga - Friday, February 28 at 10:00 a.m. A gentle and fully accessible practice of poses and flows, centering the connection of mind and body. All abilities welcome. Online registration 2 weeks prior to each class.
p.m. Dinner and special music will also be included. For more info. or to make a reservation, call the church at 717-354-8428 or email cfc@cfcnewholland.org. A donation will be accepted at the door.
NOW THRU FRI., FEBRUARY 28 - Garden Spot Village, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland, will host The Music of the Birds Birdhouse Display and Online Auction, at 8:00 a.m. until Friday, February 28 at 1:00 p.m.
WED., FEBRUARY 12Garden Spot Village, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland, will hold My Fellow Travelers in Community meeting, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The event is free and open to the public. For more info., call Leslie Hartman at 717-355-6076.
THURS., FEBRUARY 13 - The Ladies Fellowship of Christian Fellowship Church, 758 Spruce Rd., New Holland, will host a “Heart Filled” evening with many guest speakers, at 6:15
THURS., FEBRUARY 13 - First Church Ephrata, 68 N. Church St., Ephrata, will hold its monthly Senior Moments Luncheon with entertainment at 11:45 a.m. Lunch served at 12:00 noon. There is a small cost. For more info., call 717-7382465.
THURS., FEBRUARY 13 - Ephrata Community Meals will be held at First United Methodist Church, 68 N. Church St., Ephrata. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Meal at 6:00 p.m. Dine-in only. For more info., call Tina at 484-798-0155.
SAT., FEBRUARY 15The Stevens Fire Company, 91 Stevens Rd., Stevens, will hold a Drive Thru Chicken Pot Pie Dinner, from 3:00 p.m. until sold out. The cost is by donation.
Benefits the Stevens Volunteer Fire Company.
SAT., FEBRUARY 15City Gate, 100 E. Main St., Ephrata, will hold a Free Community Lunch, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. or while supplies last.
SAT., FEBRUARY 15Garden Spot Village, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland, will hold a Saturday Evening Concert: Brenten McGee, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The concert is free and open to the public. For more info., call 717-355-6000.
SAT., FEBRUARY 15St. Paul’s U.C.C., 133 Church St., Bowmansville, will hold a Basket Bingo at 2:00 p.m. Doors open at 1:00 p.m. There is a cost. Food and raffles available. For more info., call 717-4456256. All proceeds will benefit the church’s missions.
SAT., FEBRUARY 15The Durlach-Mt. Airy Fire Company Support Auxiliary, 880 Durlach Rd., Stevens, will hold an All You Care To Eat Amish Wedding Meal, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. There is a cost. For more info., call 717-725-8166 or 717-733-6911.
SAT., FEBRUARY 15Martindale Volunteer Fire Company, 527 Gristmill Rd., Ephrata, will hold a Roast Beef Dinner, at 3:00 p.m. For more info., call 717445-7100.
SAT., FEBRUARY 15 -
The Schoeneck Fire Company, 125 N. King St., Denver, will hold a Buffet Breakfast, from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Cost is by donation. For more info., call 717-336-6767.
SUN., FEBRUARY 16The American Legion Cloister Post 429, 300 Cocalico St., Ephrata, will host a book signing and presentation by two Vietnam Veterans, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. It is sponsored by the Sons of the American Legion Squadron 429.
WED., FEBRUARY 19Garden Spot Village, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland, will hold Compassionate Neighbors in Community meeting, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The event is free and open to the community. For more info., call 717355-6076.
THURS., FEBRUARY
20 - Ephrata Community Meals will be held at First United Methodist Church, 68 N. Church St., Ephrata. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Meal at 6:00 p.m. Dine-in only. For more info., call Tina at 484-798-0155.
FRI., FEBRUARY 21Brickerville United Lutheran Church, 340 East 28th Division Highway, Lititz, will host a Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser, from 5:00 p.m. until sold out. There is a cost. Takeout available. Benefits ZOE International.
SAT., FEBRUARY 22City Gate, 100 E. Main St., Ephrata, will hold a Free Community Lunch, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. or while supplies last.
SAT., FEBRUARY 22The Reamstown Fire Company and Smokestown Fire Company will hold a Buffet Breakfast, at 12 W. Church St., Reamstown, from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. There is a cost.
MON., FEBRUARY 24Garden Spot Village, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland, will hold a Parkinson’s Friends in Community meeting, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. The event is free and open to the community. For more info., call Jenny Snyder at 717-355-6259.
THURS., FEBRUARY
27 - Garden Spot Village, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland, will host New Holland Area Historical Society: Our Town, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. This event is free and open to the public.
THURS., FEBRUARY
27 - Ephrata Community Meals will be held at First United Methodist Church, 68 N. Church St., Ephrata.
Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Meal at 6:00 p.m. Dine-in only. For more info., call Tina at 484-798-0155.
SAT., MARCH 1 - The Upper Leacock Township War Memorial Association will hold an Indoor Flea Market/Garage Sale at 54 W. Main St., Leola, from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. No admission charge. For more info., call 717-656-6154.
SAT., MARCH 1 - Hope United Methodist Church, 3474 Rothsville Rd., Ephrata, will hold a Bingo at 5:30 p.m. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase.
SAT., MARCH 1 - Mt.
Zion Baptist Church will hold their 20th Annual Sportsman’s Dinner at the Ephrata Business Center, 400 W. Main St., Ephrata. Doors open at 4:00 p.m. Dinner starts at 5:00 p.m. Free admission and dinner. Donations accepted.
SAT., MARCH 1 - Moms Connect will hold Bingo at Garden Spot Fire Rescue, 339 E. Main St., New Holland, at 5:30 p.m. Doors open at 4:00 p.m. There is a cost. Concessions will be available. For more info., call Sonya at 717-446-2095.
SAT., MARCH 1 -
Bareville Fire Company, 211 E. Main Street, Leola, will hold an All You Can Eat Breakfast, from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. There is a cost.
MON., MARCH 3 - The Ephrata High School Class of 1955 will meet for lunch at 11:30 a.m. at the Udder Choice Restaurant, 1812 West Main St., Ephrata, on the first Monday of each month.
MON., MARCH 3Brickerville United Lutheran Church, 340 E. 28th Division Highway, Lititz, will host women of the community for their monthly quilting, at 9:00 a.m. Quilts are sent to third world countries through Lutheran World Relief. Material, snacks and coffee provided. For more info., call 717-627-2202.
THURS., MARCH 6Ephrata Community Meals will be held at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 167 E. Main St., Ephrata. Doors
6:00 p.m. Dine-in only. For more info., call Tina at 484798-0155.
FRI., MARCH 7 - The East Cocalico Lions Club will hold a Fish and Shrimp Fry drive thru at the Reamstown Park, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. There is a cost.
SAT., MARCH 8 - The Rothsville Volunteer Fire Company, 2071 Main St., Lititz, will hold a Breakfast Fundraiser, starting at 6:00 a.m. Cost is by donation.
SAT., MARCH 8 - Boy Scout Troop 115 will hold a benefit Spaghetti Supper at Mellingers Lutheran Church, 80 Gockley Rd., Stevens, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. There is a cost. Tickets can be purchased at the door, or in advance from a Scout. Takeout available. For more info., call 717-468-5333 or email Sheldon at smb115@ ptd.net.
pany, 1087 Dry Tavern Rd., Denver, will hold an All You Can Eat Breakfast Buffet, from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. There is a cost. Takeouts are available.
SAT., MARCH 8 - St. John’s U.C.C., 659 S. 4th St., Denver, will hold a Steak Sandwich sale, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
SUN., MARCH 9 - The Reamstown Fire Company, 12 W. Church St., Reamstown, will hold a Designer Purse, Gift Card and Cash Bingo, at 1:00 p.m. Doors open at 11:00 a.m. Food, raffles and silent auction will also be available. Tickets can be purchased by emailing bingo@reamstown fire.com. For more info., call 717-669-7982.
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WED., MARCH 12Weaverland Anabaptist Faith Community Church, 210 Weaverland Valley Rd., East Earl, will hold a Community Meal at 5:30 p.m. No registration required.
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Scripture: Proverbs 21:31 - “The horse is prepared for the day of battle, but the victory belongs to the Lord.”
Most believers never realize there is a battle to be fought. They have no idea that they are in an invisible war being waged for the souls of their children, for the soul of our nation, and yes, there is a raging battle going on inside of you if you are a believer of the outcome of which will determine whether you are living in victory or defeat. Now that we understand there is an invisible war and that we are in it, let’s look at the horse who is prepared for battle.
Horses were first used in battle in about 900 B.C. Before a horse was taken into battle, there had to be
extensive training. The horse had to be acclimated to the sounds, sights, and chaos of battle. The horse had to learn a quick response to the rider’s commands. War horses were trained to carry heavier weights with the armor and weaponry of the rider. Training also included staying calm under pressure. As time went on, horses were even fitted with armor. There are preparations that we need as well to fight the good fight. Paul says in Ephesians 6:10-12, “Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Load, and the power of His might. Put on the whole armor of God, so that we may stand firm against the schemes of the devil. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the world forces of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of wickedness in heavenly places.” Schemes carry the idea of cleverness, crafty methods, cunning and
deception. There are six pieces of armor for the believer. The first three (girdle, breastplate and shoes) were worn continually on the battlefield. The second three (shield, helmet and sword) were ready for use when the fighting began. The girdle of truth or the belt of truth is the first piece mentioned. It was imperative because it would gird up the longer outer garments and free up movement, otherwise you would be apt to trip or
fall in battle. The sword was also attached to the belt. The devil is a schemer and above all else, a liar. Christ said he is the father of lies. The only way to fight lies is with the truth. Is our life characterized by truth or lies? Do we lie when the truth doesn’t fit our narrative or we don’t like the way truth makes us feel? As a believer, we are to know the truth, live the truth, and speak the truth. It’s only when we study, know and apply God’s truth to our life, that we can say
we know the truth and the truth has set us free. Actually, when you think about it, truth is the foundation of all relationships Godward and manward. Have you ever met someone who is constantly lying? You place little confidence in anything they say because you question if anything they say is true at all. All relationships are built on the foundation of truth and trust. There is no better way to jackhammer the foundation of a relationship than to lie. The belt of truth also held the lower part of the breastplate of righteousness in place. They do go hand in handwithout truth, you can’t have righteousness. They are joined at the hip… no pun intended.
The breastplate of righteousness is the next preparation we must make. The breastplate was designed to protect the vital organs against injury from a sword, dagger or spear. It was constructed from thick
leather with animal horns or hoof pieces sewn into it. Notice, the breastplate is righteousness. For the believer, we receive Christ’s righteousness at salvation. That righteousness cannot be improved on. In our daily living, we need practical righteousness, holiness, and sanctification. It can be a number of terms, but essentially, it’s righteousness in our life that protects. If we are not committed to living in obeisance, our internal organs, life itself, are in a compromised position. Without the commitment to, as Hebrews 12 says, “setting aside the sins that so easily beset us,” we will be either taken prisoner or injured. Proverbs 4:23 says, “guard your heart, for out of it are all the issues of life.” David said, “You (God) desire truth in my innermost parts.” Put on the breastplate - make the determination today to live a life characterized by obedience.
Narvon, a son, at Women & Babies Hospital.
BRUBAKER, Timothy M. and Janet M. (Shirk), Denver, a daughter, at home.
HUYARD, Jacob Jr. and Mary (Stoltzfus), New Holland, a daughter, at home.
KING, Jacob and Lena (Esh), Lititz, a daughter, at home.
LAPP, Sam and Mary (Fisher), New Holland, a daughter, at Birth Care and Family Health Services, Bart.
PATTON, Joshua Warren and Janessa (Zimmerman),
ROBINETTE, Joshua and Gabriella, Stevens, a daughter, at Women & Babies Hospital.
SHEAFFER, Lauren, and Guernel A. Marcellus, Lititz, a daughter, at Women & Babies Hospital.
WYATT, Patricia Lynn and Cody Hunter Heflin, Ephrata, a son, at Women & Babies Hospital.
ZEISET, Stanley and Vera Jane (Zimmerman), Narvon, a son, at home.
ZOOK, Ephraim L. and Ruth K. (Beiler), Leola, a daughter, at home.
Recently, Linda Herr of New Holland, went on a cruise through the Panama Canal. She took along her Shopping News so she could pose for a photo and enter it into The Shopping News monthly contest, “Where In The World.” Little did she know, posing with her Shopping News would be the catalyst for her to meet other travelers.
While having her picture taken with the newspaper in hand, she was approached by an Ephrata High School graduate, currently living in North Carolina, who recognized The Shopping News.
Later, another Lancaster County woman approached Linda because she recognized The Shopping News as well.
you to The Shopping News for helping me to spread the “Good News” to people from all over the worldwhich is even more valuable to me than the $50 prize!”
Lastly, at a different port, a gentleman from Indiana told Linda he recognized the paper because he has business contacts in Denver, PA.
Linda wrote to us and
said, “The Shopping News was such a great tool for meeting new people. Thank
We’re very pleased to know and are in awe of how many people there are (even in far away locations), who recognize The Shopping News! How wonderful to know that The Shopping News, turning 60 years old in April, can bring people together. It truly does travel! Are you going on vacation, near or far, and would like a chance to win $50? Enter the “Where In The World” contest by filling out an entry form on page 3B. For more information, read the contest criteria and rules located above the form. Good luck!
February 11
Joelle Faith Burkholder, 5, daughter of Wesley and Jolene Burkholder, Terre Hill. Karlin Eugene Nolt, 2, son of Lloyd and Mary Zimmerman, Leola.
February 12
Emma Zimmerman, New Holland, and Elvin and Miriam Martin, New Holland.
February 15
Kylie Brooke Zimmerman, 4, daughter of Lamar and Melissa Zimmerman, East Earl.
February 16
Paisely Jacq Andrews, 1, daughter of Alyssa Gehr and Tim Andrews, Lebanon, granddaughter of Ryan and Lori Gehr, Ephrata, and Crissa and Lou Perez, Palmyra, and great-granddaughter of Ray and Wendy Gehr, Ephrata, and Ivan and Jolene Hibshman, Denver, and greatgreat-granddaughter of Jack and Jackie Cox, Ephrata.
Tyler Grant Zimmerman, 6, son of Lamar and Melissa Zimmerman, East Earl.
February 13
Zion Malachi Leid, 2, son of Gerald and Darlene Leid, East Earl, grandson of James and Louise Nolt, Blue Ball, and Lawrence and Susan Leid, Ephrata.
Clark Owen Musser, 11, son of Jay and Lois Ann Musser, Lebanon, grandson of Marlin and Mary Jane Musser, Stevens.
February 14
Destiny Rose Zimmerman, 2, daughter of Anthony and Brenda Zimmerman, New Holland, granddaughter of Glen and
Daryl Keith Martin, 2, son of Thomas and Lucy Martin, Ephrata.
Shelby Lanae Martin, 11, daughter of Thomas and Lucy Martin, Ephrata.
Alayna Grace Reiff, 4, daughter of John David and Mary Louise Reiff, Narvon, granddaughter of Lloyd and Lucy Martin, East Earl.
February 17
Logan M. Burkholder, 10, son of Jonathan and Luann Burkholder, Ephrata. Ryker Adam Candelaria, 11, son of Michael and Ashley Candelaria, Lititz. Kristany Ruth Zimmerman, 3, daughter of Delton and Ruth Ann Zimmerman, New Holland.
February 18
Katrina G. Martin, 12, daughter of Edwin and Arlene Martin, East Earl.
Rylan Daniel Nolt, 7, son of Daniel and Eileen Nolt, New Holland.
Winter’s Coolest Night Out Preview Party
Thursday, February 13
6-9pm, Lititz Shirt Factory, Tickets Required
Official Event Kick Off!
Friday, February 14
4pm, Downtown Lititz
Watch ice carvers work throughout the day. By night Big
Boy Brass Band will be filling the streets with music!
Lititz Lions Chili Cook-Off
Saturday, February 15
11am-1pm & 1:30-3:30pm, Lititz Elementary, Tickets Required
Winter Funderland
Monday, February 17
11am-2pm, Lititz Springs Park, Downtown Lititz
Kids’ activities and games, science demonstrations & more!
Ice Carving Demonstrations
Friday, February 21
A second round of giant ice sculptures will be carved in downtown Lititz!
Fire Shows & Entertainment
Friday & Saturday, February 21 & 22
Lititz Springs Park stage
Live music by Rob’s Rock School, Friday at 4:30pm
Fire artistry and acrobatics shows both days at 5:30pm, 6:30pm & 7:30pm
Lititz Maker’s Market
Saturday & Sunday, February 22 & 23
11am – 4pm, Linden Hall
Lititz Ice Cream Festival
Saturday, February 22
12-2pm & 2:30-4:30pm, Lincoln Shoe Co., Tickets Required
Throughout the Event Family Friendly
Scavenger Hunt
Pick up scavenger hunt sheets at the Borough
Offi
search for clues, and complete the hunt!
Local Eyes
Photography Exhibition
Lititz Shirt Factory
First Look Reception on Sunday, February 16, 2-5 PM, then open throughout the event
Restaurants & Food Trucks
Cool Town. Hot Food. Fuel up at
Visit lititzpa.com/event/fire-ice-festival for a complete schedule and more information
1957
“We seem to have been meant for each other.”
Understanding each other. Loving one another. Taking one day at a time. Those are the ideals that Larry and Linda Ruth say have contributed to the success of their lifelong commitment to one another.
The Ruths, who met at a cousin’s house in Brownstown, celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary last year. They were married on October 3, 1964 at Muddy Creek Church in Denver.
Originally from Ephrata, the couple has lived most of their married life in the Poplar Grove area of Brickerville. Larry is now retired from MGS, Inc. in Denver, and Linda retired from Elite Coach in Ephrata.
Together, the Ruths raised three children: Tracy, wife of Brent Karweck, Florida; Brian, husband of Tammy, Lititz; and the late Steven L. Ruth.
Over the years, the family has grown to include six grandchildren: Ryan Ruth, husband of Jamie, Washington
It certainly appears to be true.
Ken and Doris Shupp met in seventh grade at New Holland High School in 1952. Two years later, the ninth graders started dating. In 1957, the couple was married at New Holland Evangelical United Brethren Church by Reverend Etter.
Those seventh grade friends will celebrate their 68th wedding anniversary, as well as each other’s 87th birthdays this year.
Doris was born and raised in New Holland. Ken was born in Ephrata, and lived in various locations in
Berks and Lancaster Counties. After marriage, the Shupps lived in a few apartments before finding a home to call their own on Wecaf Road in New Holland in 1959, where they resided until 2023.
While their roots were firmly planted in New Holland, Ken and Doris have loved traveling over the years. Together they’ve gone on 13 cruises, and enjoyed trips to the Caribbean, Hawaii, Australia and Tahiti.
The Shupps say that their common interests contributed to their longlasting relationship, along with their ability to work out problems by discussing them together.
Their advice for couples just starting out is to talk to each other, and hang in there through the good and the bad for a long future together.
Ken and Doris are the parents of Gregory Shupp, Lehigh Acres, Florida, and Kathi Pittsburg of Denver. They have two grandchildren: Seth Pittsburg, Denver; and Jasmine Burns, Dover, Delaware; and a greatgranddaughter, Yuvette Burns, also of Dover.
County; Heather Rennix, wife of Nick Longenecker, Florida; Steven Rennix, companion of Ashley G., Florida; Brittany, wife of Rob Peruzzotti, Rhode Island; Brian Ruth Jr., Lititz; and Summer Ruth, Lititz; as well as six greatgrandchildren: Henly and Everly Ruth, Wernersville; Arizona and Vaida Longenecker, Florida; Memphis Ruth, Washington County; and Reese Peruzzotti, Rhode Island.
In addition to traveling to Florida to visit their family, the Ruths enjoy playing cards together.
Trobe Barnitz may not remember everything he learned in his high school Sociology class. But he certainly remembers the girl who sat next to him.
“Nancy and I are best friends,” he says, referring to his wife of 63 years.
It was near the end of their senior year at Central Dauphin High School that Trobe and Nancy met and started dating. They were married a few years later on Thanksgiving Day, November 23, 1961 at Charlton Evangelical United Brethren Church in suburban Harrisburg.
The couple are both originally from Harrisburg, and spent part of their married life there before also moving to Maytown, Mount Joy and eventually Manheim.
The Barnitzes say that they didn’t realize early in their relationship how much of the world they would end up seeing together in their travels, within the United States and abroad. One particularly special memory from one of their trips was getting to swim with dolphins.
Now 83 and 84 respectively, Nancy and Trobe are parents to three children: LaTisha Brian, Maytown; Stephanie Barnitz, Northport, Alabama; and LaTrobe N. Barnitz, Oil City,
They were from opposite sides of the Atlantic – Winfried originally from Germany and Maria from Brooklyn, New York.
In the late 1950s, their worlds came together when the couple met at a German dance hall in Brooklyn. The hall hosted dancing every weekend with live bands.
Not long after, Winfried and Maria were married at St. Raphael Church in East Meadow, Long Island in 1960.
Maria, now 85, and Winfried, 90, say one of their greatest joys was raising their four children. They are
Pennsylvania. They also have five grandchildren: LaTrobe E., Brooke, and Luke Barnitz, Oil City; Shelby Tubbs, Northport Alabama; and Caitlin Blake, Millersville; and a greatgrandchild, Brynn Blake, Millersville.
Trobe and Nancy’s advice to young couples is to remember that there will always be ups and downs, but love trumps all.
Their years together have led Larry and Linda to have three simple words of advice for young couples: Patience, Love and Understanding. that that attributes the longevity of their
the parents of Maria, wife of John; Helen, wife of Philip; Joseph, husband of Gabby; and Peter, husband of Miranda. They have eight grandchildren: John, Michael, Katie, Anna, Aiden, Peter, Chris and Nick; as well as one greatgranddaughter, Lucy.
The couple, who lived most of their married life in Bellmore, in Nassau County, Long Island, retired locally to Denver.
Some of their fondest memories include all of the traveling they’ve done together, from camping to taking their motorhome to Alaska, as well as going on many trips to Germany to visit Winfried’s family and countless cruises in their retirement. They also continued to enjoy dancing through the years. Winfried and Maria took up square dancing during their time in New York, then also joined a square dance group after their move to Pennsylvania.
Their 64 married years have taught the Schurzes that one of the most important qualities in their marriage is having respect for one another. Another piece of advice they have for young couples? “Never go to bed mad.”
In addition to the friendship that he and Nancy have, Trobe attributes the longevity of their marriage to having a healthy respect for each other and a strong sense of humor. He recalls a particular instance when his wife’s sense of humor was evident: “When we lived in Maytown, Nan lost her wedding ring while cleaning the bathroom. It went under the vanity, which was bolted to the wall and floor. I said I would get her a new one. Unknown to Nan, I had the inside of the ring engraved with the date of our marriage. When I gave it to her I said,
‘Well… you got the month right!’”
Junior
Written by: Madison Zepp
Riley Grace, daughter of Kelli and Andrew Grace, is an extremely motivated and hardworking junior at Cocalico High School. This year, Riley has challenged herself by taking classes such as Psychology, Civics and Government, AP Literature, Yearbook, Spanish 4, AP Language and Composition, AP Statistics, as well as an online Sociology course. Outside of her classes, Riley is also involved in National Honor Society and Global Scholars. She is also one of the head editors of the yearbook.
In the future, Riley aspires to become a criminologist and work with forensic investigators. She explained, “I’m really interested in the ‘why’ people commit crimes.” In order to accomplish this, she plans to attend a 4-year college in the PA area, where she will major in Psychology. Additionally, in the future she would also like to travel to Vermont again. “The atmosphere is very calming and the scenery is beautiful…That was a really great sight to see,” she described. In her limited free time, she loves to make things. She loves to draw and paint, as well as play video games that allow her to build and be creative. In addition, she also has her own Etsy store where she sells handmade jewelry. In the near future, she hopes to attend vendor events to sell her creations. She also really enjoys playing trivia with her family. Riley is extremely proud of the fact she won three Student of the Month awards back-to-back last semester. She has also received a student shout out for her performance in service learning. The advisor for this service learning said that the evaluation written by her mentor was one of the best he has ever received. Riley expressed, “That made me feel like I made the most of my time and it showed that my efforts paid off.” A quote that Riley really enjoys is, “Our greatest glory is not in never failing, but in rising every time we fall” by Confucius. Riley Grace is a creative and compassionate force at Cocalico. We wish her the best as she moves into her future.
Lilly Woratyla
Senior
Lititz Christian School provides a warm and spiritually rich environment for all its students through Christ-centered approach to education. Virtually everyone who has graduated from this school has been profoundly impacted by the teachers and the parents who have dedicated their effort to the LC community. In the 2025 school year, eleven seniors will graduate from this wonderful school.
One such senior, Lilly Woratyla, wanted to share with the Lititz community about her experience as a student at the school.
Lilly was raised in a household devoted to Christ and His teachings. Her parents, David and Heather Woratyla, instilled the Word of God into her. As Lilly grew up into a teenager, she became deeply intrigued about sports. Despite her small stature, she excelled in softball, a sport that demands a great deal of physical and mental endurance. In her junior year, she was selected by the Warwick School District to play on the district’s behalf. She has carried her team into many victories, including winning the league for Warwick.
When Lilly is in school, she enjoys learning and talking to her friends about the academic struggles and breakthroughs of her study. One of her favorite classes is Physics: “My favorite class is physics because Mr. Swift challenges me with tough problems.” Her sense of curiosity of God’s created world has driven her into pursuing an undergraduate degree in biomedical science.
When Lilly graduates from LCS, she wants to attend a four-year biomedical science program at Messiah University. Prior to attending Messiah, she
Adamstown Area Library is located at 110 West Main Street in Adamstown, next to the post office. Regular library hours are Monday through Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Learn more about free events and register at AdamstownAreaLibrary.org or call 7174844200.
• Glance at Romance Book Sale – Through Friday, February 14 or while supplies last. Surprise loved ones with this thoughtful gift. Decorated bags filled with eight romance novels and there is a small cost. By the Friends of the Adamstown Area Library.
• Winter Reading Bingo –Through Friday, February 28. Pick up a Bingo card at the library, cozy up with books this winter, and claim your prize. For readers 16 and older.
• Friends Book Sale –Tuesdays in the library community room. Whatever your favorite genre, you’ll find something to love at the Friends Book Sale! Book Sale hours are Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., except for the second Tuesday of each month when the sale will end at 5:30 p.m. for a library program. Tuesdays, February 11, 18, 25.
• “Budding Bookworms” Preschool Storytime – Every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Stories and an easy craft for ages 36
with adult. Wednesdays, February 12, 19, 26.
• “Twinkling Stars” Baby Storytime – Every Thursday at 10:00 a.m. Simple stories, rhymes, puppets, songs, and fingerplays. For babies with adults. Thursdays, February 13, 20, 27.
• “The Young and the Restless” Toddler Time –Every Thursday at 11:00 a.m. Stories, songs and fingerplays, followed by an easy craft and free play. Thursdays, February 13, 20, 27.
• Pinkalicious Facebook Raffle – Now through Saturday, February 15. To celebrate Valentine’s Day, they are raffling off a Pinkalicious gift set (includes three books, dozens of stickers, a ColorItYourself poster, and three doublesided crayons). “Like” their Facebook post by Saturday, February 15 for a chance to win.
• Genealogy Group – Tuesday, February 11 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. This group
meets at the library on the second Tuesday of each month for short talks from genealogy researcher Ken McCrea, along with lively discussions and research help. For older students and adults. Beginners and walkins are welcome.
• Mah-Jongg Group –Wednesday, February 12 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., and Thursday, February 20 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Experienced players as well as people wanting to learn are invited to drop in to play MahJongg. For adults and teens.
• Doggie Downtime –Wednesday, February 12 at 10:45 a.m. Do you need some tailwagging tranquility in your life? Gaze into “Twinkle’s” big, beautiful, calming eyes to help wash your troubles away! (Therapy Dogs International). For all ages.
• Winter Sowing: What, Why, How – Thursday, February 13 at 6:00 p.m. Learn a simple, easy, and
inexpensive process that anyone can use to start seeds. Weather the winter doldrums by getting your hands in the dirt and then let Mother Nature do the work! A makeandtake demonstration will follow with each participant taking home a wintersown jug. Presented by a Lancaster County Master Gardener. For adults, teens and families with older children. Registration is required.
• Young At Heart –Wednesday, February 19 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. REAL Life Community Services invites you to Young at Heart, with free events for anyone age 60 and up. Join them at the library for coffee, chatting, games, crafts and more on the first and third Wednesday of each month. For more infor
mation, call 7173367797 or visit REALLCS.org.
• Connect with a Social Worker at the Library –Fridays, February 14, 21, 28. Regular hours are Fridays by appointment from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. or dropin from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Are you facing
challenges or seeking support in your life? A licensed social worker from REAL Life Community Services is here to help! To make an appointment, call Emelia at 7173367797 option 1 or email her at Emelia@reallcs.org. REAL Life Community Services (Continued On Page 4B)
Sunday, February 16, 2025 Ephrata
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Darlene E. Tobias, 78, a long-time resident of Ephrata, passed away on Thursday evening, February 6th, 2025, at Hospice and Community Care in Mount Joy after a short battle with cancer. Born in Reading, PA on December 4, 1946. She was the daughter of the late William and Kathryn G. (Stover) Leisey who were also long-time residents of Ephrata.
She was employed as a wire twister manufacturer, specializing in hairdryer components by Marco Manufacturing of Womelsdorf. Darlene was also employed by Harding’s Bakery at the former Ephrata
market which had been located on South State Street. She was a frequent customer of many of the downtown Ephrata eating establishments and businesses and enjoyed talking to those she met along the way. She enjoyed stopping in at Ephrata City Gate and her conversations with the volunteers and her friends there. Darlene loved her family and the many gatherings they had on holidays and birthdays, her friends, and her love of cats. She will be deeply missed by many in the downtown Ephrata area who would see her walking, her family and her friends.
Darlene is survived by three children: Brian L. Tobias of Adamstown; Tina L. (Michael) Thompson of Ephrata; and Heather A. (Eugene) Ferrari of Stevens;
nine grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
A viewing will be held on Friday, February 14th from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. with a funeral service starting at 2:00 p.m. with memories given by people who knew her and Pastoral staff at DOVE Westgate Church, 1755 W. Main St., Ephrata, PA 17522. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to Ephrata City Gate, 100 East Main Street, Ephrata PA 17522. Any flowers can be delivered to the church for the services. Darlene’s final resting place will be at Fairview Cemetery Annex in Denver.
Ella K. (Kramer) Felker, 94, passed away on January 31 at Ephrata Manor. Born in Schoeneck, she was the daughter of the late Claude and Kathryn Kramer. She was the loving wife of 50 years to the late Harry Felker Jr.
Ella was survived by a son, Darryl Felker of Stevens; two daughters: Deb Brantley, wife of Stuart Brantley of Elizabethtown, and Patty Faus, wife of the late James Faus of Ephrata. Also survived by two sisters: Mary Lou Shirk of Schoeneck, and Claudia Firestien of Coal Township; and nieces and nephews. She will be missed deeply.
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serves residents of Cocalico School District.
• STEAM Saturday –Saturday, February 15. Dropin from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math through games, activities, and projects with Miss Maribeth. This month’s activities include bracelet coding, LEGO® Marble Maze, and Valentine LEGO® Challenge. Ages 512.
• Teen Take and Make Packet Pickup – Monday, February 17. On the third Monday of the month get creative with their readytogo kits. February’s kit is Model Magic Owls. Supplies are limited, so stop by to claim your bag today!
• Presidents Day Trivia –Monday, February 17 at 3:00 p.m. Find out how much you know about President
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FOR SALE: Starling resistant suet feeder; Bluebird feeder; Sparrow resistant bluebird house; Purple Martin houses, gourd racks, gourds, supplies. 717-445-9515.
FOR SALE: Hamilton Electric wristwatch 505, Pacer Mfg. in 1965. Excellent condition, recently cleaned and new cell and band, $1,000. 717-4754543.
FOR SALE: Men’s Danner brown safety toe work boots, size 8.5, great condition, $40. 717-803-9430.
FOR SALE: Waffle maker, great condition, $20. 717803-9430.
FOR SALE: Flags, flagpoles, cases, hats, pins. Decorative flags and mailbox covers on sale. American Flag Shoppe near Adamstown, 717-4841183.
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FOR SALE: Total Gym in pristine condition. By money order, $1,500. You haul. Text, 717-466-1470.
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FOR SALE: GE Unitized Space Maker Energy Star, 3.9 cu.ft. Capacity washer (stainless steel basket) & 5.9 cu.ft. Capacity dryer. Dimensions: 26.75”W x 75.87”H x 30.87”D, white. 12 washer/4 dryer cycles. Quiet-by-Design package. 30 AMP. New condition, hardly used. Purchase new & used in a business for 8 months. $1,500. Price negotiable. 717-4196112.
FOR SALE: 1999 Buick LeSabre, 178,400 miles, garage serviced, good tires, inspected thru 3/25. White blue interior. $1,200 OBO. Call 610-781-0806, please leave message.
FOR SALE: 2015 silver Buick Encore, 56K miles, back up camera, all wheel drive, $7,000. Text 610914-5734.
FOR SALE: New front bumper 87-91 Ford F-150, chrome, impact strip holes, $350 OBO. Call/text, 717587-9277.
FOR SALE: Waterford Kilbarry platinum dinnerware set. Fine china. White. Mint condition, never used, still in original boxes. 5 piece place settings: dinner, salad, bread and butter plates, cup and saucer. Simple and modern design. Four sets, $50 each. 717-468-1866.
FOR SALE: Men’s new Tyson 3X RefrigiWear winter coat, $75; tall solid wood bookcase, $75; 3-seat antique settee, $295. Air fryer oven, like new, $95. 717-471-0264.
FOR SALE: 2017 JD Z915E, 0-turn, 492/hours, 60” deck, 25HP, gas, serviced. Excellent, $4,800. 717-859-5776.
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FOR SALE: Sheds, gazebos, pool houses, playhouses, poly furniture, all in stock, 10% off. Also, shed repairs, roofing, siding, decks. Wyomissing Structures, 610-743-5660.
FOR SALE: 2 male Shih Tzu puppies. Call 717-201-8992.
FOR SALE: Fluffy French micro bullies, born 12/7. Vet checked and vax. 1 female, 5 males. 717-5197940.
FOR SALE: Stevens Mod34 22 SL, LR, nice, $275; Winchester 120 20ga. youth shotgun, nice, $350. 717738-5110.
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NOTICE: We accept brush, trimmings, grass clippings, trees and stumps for a small fee. Call Martin Mulch for information. 717-7331602.
NOTICE: Don’t know what to do on a Friday evening? Come to the Denver Fire Hall. Live music, food and fun. $5 single, $8 couple. Bring this ad for first visit and save $3. Food by donation. Drinks, $1. Would like to see you.
NOTICE: Piano lessons. Call Susan Lambert, lessons for all ages. 717-371-4742.
NOTICE: Moving Garage Sale, February 15 and 16, all day. 206 South Rosewood Court, Wernersville.
NOTICE: Lancaster Show Trip includes 3 shows, July 8-9, $375/person. Boston/ Salem/Cape Ann, October 16-20, $875/person. Gail, 717-383-3587, Gerry, 717866-7809 or 717-679-2848.
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HELP OFFERED: Light tree trimming, debris removal, hedge trimming, mulching and leaf clean-up. Great prices, free estimates. Call Tim at 717-8242831.
HELP OFFERED: MDS General Contracting providing home repairs and remodeling. Durabilt all season rooms and awnings. Also, we handle mobile home repairs. Certified HUD installer. Call 717-271-2278.
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HELP OFFERED: Commercial and residential lawn mowing. New customers receive a free mowing. 10% discount with prepayment for the 2025 season. Call Scott Sweigart Landscaping at 717-669-2348.
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HELP WANTED: Part-time parts delivery driver. Call Wendell at 717-341-5344 or apply at John N. Sauder Auto Company, 875 West Main Street, New Holland.
HELP WANTED: Health Food Store in Berks county looking for part-time employee. Some knowledge of vitamins and natural foods is required. Please call 610-4137438, leave message.
HELP WANTED: Caregiver for healthy, happy, employed, wheelchair bound, middle-aged man. Free training, government paid, must be 18 years old, have driver’s license, lift 40 lbs. Hours available: Tuesday and Thursday, 6am-10am; Saturday 7am-10am; Sunday 6:30am-9:30am; Friday 9am-1pm. Call 717-6900075.
HELP WANTED: Foltz’s Hand Rolled Soft Pretzels, Reading Fairgrounds Farmers Market, Thursday, Friday, some Saturdays. Starting at $17/ hour, plus tips. 717-9409947.
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WANTED: Looking for an apartment, 1st floor. Handicapped, have service dog, need to move. Can pay $1,000 rent, near Reamstown, Ephrata, Earl Twp., Lititz, Denver. 717-9901257.
WANTED: Always buying your unwanted jewelry, broken ok. Also, old wrist and pocketwatches, working or not. Cast iron frying pans, old radios, antiques, A to Z. Call Reed Antiques, 610780-6873. Don’t delay, call today. Put cash in your pocket. Nobody pays more for gold and silver coins.
WANTED: Dead or alive, old tabletop floor models, unusual radios and accessories. Also, all types of old clocks, electric, wind-up, working or not. Cash paid. 610-780-6873.
WANTED: Scythe, wooden handles, 4 foot minimum height, AKA Grim Reaper. 610-763-6305.
WANTED: Buying antique photographs and cameras. Daguerreotype, tintype, ambrotype, CDV and cabinet photos. Also photo albums from Vietnam War era and earlier. Also buying postcards, sportscards, comic books and other ephemera. Call or stop by Vintage View Antiques, 354 Main Street, Denver. 717335-8508, ask for Jason.
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WANTED: Buying silver dollars, paying $25 each. Buying Indian cents, paying $0.50 each. Buying Franklin and Liberty Walking half dollars, paying $9 each. Also buying comic books, GI Joe, phonograph records. Phone, 717-272-4338 or 717-9260633.
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WANTED: Classic Cars, Sports Cars, Muscle Cars, Antique Cars. Always buying. Jeff Gast, Lancaster, 717-575-4561.
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FOR RENT: 1500 sq. feet of storage/warehouse space in Terre Hill with loading dock. Dave, 717-497-4764.
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Washington and President Lincoln with craft, snack, and game. Ages 58.
• Almost Perfect Crimes — Tuesday, February 18 at 6:30 p.m. on Zoom. Join Miss Jess as they discover “Whodunit!” Upon registration, you will receive the Zoom link and the Mini Murder Mystery Story. Additional clues and evidence will be revealed during their meeting as they try to solve the crime together. For teens and adults due to some graphic content.
• Technology Help –Fridays, February 21, 28 by appointment from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Could you use some help with
your mobile devices? Or maybe you want to learn Word or apply for a job online? Come to the library! Library staff will provide free oneonone training, assistance with online job applications, or help with your electronic device. Reserve your appointment online or contact the library at 7174844200 to schedule. https://calendly.com/admtech/techhelp.
• Castañeda’s Library Fundraiser – Wednesday, February 26 from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. On the last Wednesday of each month, 10% of all proceeds at Castañeda’s Mexican Restaurant in Denver will go to the Adamstown Area Library (excludes alcohol). Dinein or takeout that day to enjoy great food while supporting the library! 323 Main Street, Denver.
• “Beneath the Waves”
Play & Learn Center All month. Stop in at the library to enjoy their story corner Play & Learn Center. It’s a great place to hang out for some educational fun with toys, puppets, vocab, figures, blocks, and more, all with an ocean theme.
• MJWK (Miss Jess Wants to Know) All month. Teens, they want your opinion! Stop in the Young Adult and Teen Graphic Novel Book Section of the library for the question of the month! With this simple voting passive program, teens can vote with a sticker dot to select their favorite. Results will be posted on their Facebook page at the end of the month. This month is “Valentine: Would You Rather…”
• Teen Red Rose Hunt – All month. Check out a young adult book that has a paper
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rose and receive a piece of candy. One per day please.
• Tantalizing & Terrifying Tape Travel – All month. This balance beam effect works on those Gross Motor Skills. Finish at the Circulation Desk for a piece of candy!
• Dr. Seuss Birthday Flying Fish – Saturday, March 1 at 10:00 a.m.
Stretch your bright colored fish over your finger and pull to launch them through the air! 4 age categories with prizes awarded to the farthest flight. Ages 2-18 with groups: Ages 24, 59, 1012 & 1318.
The Ephrata Public Library, located at 550 South Reading Road, Ephrata, has announced their programs for February. Programs are open to the public and free of charge. Registration is required for programs and can be made by visiting the events calendar on the library’s website (www. ephratapubliclibrary.org), by calling the Library at 7177389291 or stopping into
the library during normal business hours.
• Tuesdays, February 11, 18 & 25, 11:00 a.m. Toddler Time. Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to this 30minute story time that includes songs, short stories, and learningenriched art activities. Ages 24.
• Tuesdays, February 11, 18 & 25, 3:30 p.m. Teen Gamers Club. Join them for some relaxation and video games on their Nintendo Switch! Feel free to bring any multiplayer (4 or more players) games you wish to share with the group. Ages 1318.
Mahjong Club. Matching tiles has never been this much fun! Learn and play American Mahjong right here at the library. All skill levels welcome. Ages 18+.
• Tuesday, February 11, 1:00 p.m. – Homeschool Club for Tweens. Homeschoolers are invited to join them on the second Tuesday of the month for an afternoon of fun activities like painting, playing games and cool science experiments! Ages 1012.
• Tuesday, February 11, 6:30 p.m. Happy ValenSLIME Day! Kids are invited to a special STEM Valentine’s party at the library! There will be heartthemed art and other Valentinethemed STEM activities, but the ultimate fun begins when we make Valen –SLIME! It is going to be an ooey, gooey, good slimetime with a lovely twist! Ages 69.
• Tuesdays, February 11, 18 & 25, 12:30 p.m. –
• Tuesday, February 11, 4:30 p.m. – Art for Tweens. Come explore painting, drawing and other fun art projects. Things might get a little messy so please dress appropriately! Ages 1012.
• Wednesdays, February 12, 19 & 26, 11:00 a.m.Lapsit Story Time. Infants, young toddlers, and their caregivers sing songs, recite fun rhymes, and read together. Participants also learn finger-play rhythms,
basic sign language and play together. Ages 024 months.
• Wednesday, February 12, 1:00 p.m. Dramatic Play Hour. Bring your imagination and join Ms. Mallory at the Library for a dramatic play hour! The program will begin with a story time followed by a themed play time. This engaging playtime fosters social skills, enhances language development, and ignites creativity as kids embark on their own adventures in creative, roleplay activities in a fun and supportive environment! Ages 69.
• Wednesday, February 12, 3:30 p.m. Adventures in Gaming: Moving Out 2! Explore the wacky world of coop games that Laura loves. The weirder the game, the better! All games will be coop games requiring you to work together to succeed. This session is Moving out 2! Ages 1318.
• Wednesday, February 12, 4:30 p.m. Fashion Design for Tweens. Get ready to design your own minisized outfits! Sketch your designs and recreate them using fabric, felt and accessories.
Each meeting they will have a new challenge. Ages 1012.
• Wednesday, February 12, 6:00 p.m. Board Games for Adults. Tired of the same old Wednesday evening routine? Here’s your chance to go from bored to BOARD! Come enjoy an evening of board games with your friends at the library. Ages 18+.
• Thursday, February 13, 1:00 p.m.; Tuesday, February 18, 5:30 p.m. Excel: PivotTables. PivotTables are an interactive way to summarize large amounts of data in your Excel Workbook! Join them in this class to learn the first steps to utilizing PivotTables in Excel. This class is designed for users who are beginners to the concept of PivotTables, but you should be familiar with Excel to get the most from this class. Funded through a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry.
• Thursday, February 13, 1:30 p.m. Homeschoolers Valentine Exchange Party! Homeschoolers are invited to a special Valentine ex
change party! They will start with a Valentine’s Day themed snack, a story and then make their very own valentines to exchange! Ages 69.
• Thursday, February 13, 3:30 p.m. Trivia for Teens. Do you know a lot of random stuff? Do you think you know more random stuff than other random teens? They’ll be breaking up into teams and seeing who knows the most trivia! Various topics will be covered like science, history, video games, etc. Ages 1318.
• Thursday, February 13, 4:00 p.m. Valentine’s Party for Tweens! Decorate your own Valentine’s cupcake, create a miniheart shaped pillow and make some Valentines cards! Ages 1012.
• Thursday, February 13, 6:00 p.m. Kindle Users 2.0. Attention all Kindle lovers! Come join them at Kindle Users 2.0 to meet other Kindle users, share your love of Kindle and get the tech support you need. This group is specifically de-
signed for Kindle Fire users. You should have a Kindle Fire to attend. Ages 18+.
• Thursday, February 13, 6:00 p.m. We Heart Bingo! Back by popular demand, it’s Valentine’s Day Bingo! Join them for lots of fun and chances to win heartwarming prizes. Ages 18+.
• Saturday, February 15, 1:00 p.m. Kid’s Valentines Make & Exchange Party! They will be making Valentine’s Day cards to exchange or take home! Feel free to bring in already made Valentines. They will also be dancing to music, playing games like Bingo and experiencing sensory! Be prepared to have fun with your child(ren) during this exchange party! Ages 26.
• Monday, February 17, All Day Closed for Presidents Day.
• Tuesday, February 18, 1:00 p.m. – Typing for Homeschoolers. Come practice basic typing skills! They will be going slowly and introducing only a few letters at a time. They’ll even
do some fun typing challenges! Ages 1014.
• Tuesday, February 18, 4:30 p.m. – Percy Jackson Book Club. Each month they will discuss one of the Percy Jackson books! This month they will be discussing “The Sea of Monsters” by Rick Riordan. Please read the book prior to arriving. If you have not read book one, “The Lightning Thief,” please make sure to read that as well. Be prepared to answer some questions about the book and share some of the parts you liked and didn’t like. Ages 1014.
• Tuesday, February 18, 6:00 p.m. Myth Explorers. Bigfoot, the Loch Ness Monster, the Kraken: just legends or true? Join them on a journey through the realms of fantasy as they explore the fascinating world of mythical creatures! They’ll delve into the legends of dragons, unicorns,
bigfoot, mermaids and more! Every corner of the world has its own stories of creatures that seem too strange to be real. Let’s dig a little deeper into the mysteries around these monsters in a fun and silly way with stories, experiments, crafts and games. Together they will explore clues and decide if we could ever run into one of these fantastic beasts in real life! Ages 59.
• Wednesday, February 19, 12:30 p.m. Pinochle Party. Meld, bid, marriage, trump? You’re speaking their language! Join them for an afternoon of pinochle. This program runs until 3:30 p.m. Seniors.
142-B Tom Avenue, Ephrata
Bright 2nd floor, 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment. Spacious living area with the kitchen featuring ample cabinet space & island. Includes range, refrigerator, dishwasher, washer, dryer, heat pump with central air, off-street parking,
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189-G Tom Avenue, Ephrata
Nice 2nd floor, 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment. Located in a quiet neighborhood but close to major roads, shopping and restaurants. Includes spacious living room, large rear deck, heat pump w/central air, refrigerator, range, washer, dryer and off-street parking. Trash removal, snow removal and lawn services provided by landlord. Ephrata Area School District. No pets, no smoking. $1,150/month. Available April 11, 2025.
WED., FEBRUARY 121:00 p.m. - Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. Antiques, collectibles, household goods, tools. Horst Auctioneers.
THURS., FEBRUARY
13 - 12:00 Noon - Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. Coins and currency. Horst Auctioneers.
WED., FEBRUARY 191:00 p.m. - Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. Antiques, collectibles, household goods, tools. Horst Auctioneers.
THURS., FEBRUARY 13 - 4:00 p.m. - Michael W. and Edith S. Martin, 511 N. Railroad Ave., New Holland. 5 bedroom, 1.5 bath 2 story home, .44 acre lot, 37’x20’ 2stall horse barn/garage, 18’x12’ shed. Martin and Rutt Auctioneers, LLC.
THURS., FEBRUARY 20 - 4:00 p.m. - Clair E. and Janice D. Rutt, 275 Yummerdall Rd., Lititz. 4 or 5 bedroom 2 story house, 2 full bathrooms, 1.1 acre lot, detached 3 car garage, 2 story barn. Martin and Rutt Auctioneers, LLC.
SAT., FEBRUARY 229:00 a.m. - Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. Outstanding firearms, hunting, fishing and military collectibles and accessories. Horst Auctioneers.
SAT., FEBRUARY 229:00 a.m. - 203 Kaolin Rd.,
Coatesville. Custombuilt 1 owner rancher on level 4.1 acre lot, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, oversized 1 car garage, full basement. Household goods, tools, JD mower, furniture, antiques and more. Auctions By Coblentz.
SAT., FEBRUARY 2210:00 a.m. - J. Michael and Diana M. Lichty, 10 Cherry Hill Rd., Ronks. Country 1 story 3 bedroom rancher, 3 car garage/shop, utility building, 3/4 acre level lot. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.
SAT., FEBRUARY 221:00 p.m. - Christian S. and
Sandoe (717) 866-5737
16’x10’ mud room side entrance w/laundry hook-up, sink, coat closet; full bathroom w/shower stall. Second level has primary bedroom w/balcony; 17’x10’ walk-in primary closet (could be 5th walkthru bedroom); (3) other bedrooms all have closets; full bathroom; attic storage; unimproved basement has concrete floor. Updated oil-fired hot water furnace; updated windows thru-out; all buildings have new roof in 2017; good well; newer conventional septic system; updated vinyl siding & stonework. This house is clean and has been very well maintained. DETACHED BUILDINGS: A stick-built 24’x40’ 3-car garage w/vinyl siding; shingle roof; 3 individual 8’x7’ overhead doors; desirable tongue/ grove wooden floor to control dampness; elec. service. 32’x28’ 2-story wooden framed barn w/steel exterior has overhead door on main level; second level storage currently used for laying hens. Garden area and mostly level lot has nice backyard; zoned Ag Transition; Clay Twp.; Ephrata S.D.; taxes $4,434.
OPEN HOUSE: Saturday, February 15 from 1:00-3:00 PM. Call/Text Auctioneer 717-587-8906 for private showing. Please visit our www.martinandrutt.com
body, manual tarp toolboxes, 94K miles; 2002 Chevy Silverado 4500 diesel truck w/12’ steel dump body; 2011 Isuzu diesel truck w/14’ enclosed box & lift gate; 2007 Ford Expedition 4WD, 161K miles; DumperDogg bed insert; misc. hitch parts.
Trailers: 2024 Big Tex 20’ landscape trailer 7K lbs. w/wide ramp; 2022 Homesteader 20’ enclosed 7K lbs. trailer w/ramp tailgate; 2020 PJ 20’ equipment trailer w/front & rear ramps alum. wheels; 20’ steel landscape trailer w/front & rear ramps; Pequea 12’ steel dump trailer 12K lbs. w/ Billy Goat leaf vac & alum. enclosure; Load Max 12’ tandem axle steel dump trailer, 14K GVW manual tarp.
Mowers: (6) Walker T27I Commercial zero-turn mowers 48” & 52” decks w/power dump & quick adj. decks, new tires, 3 w/factory warranty, 600-1900 hours; (3) Exmark Lazer Z 60” zero-turn mowers all with Red Tech upgrade, 1800-2300 hours; (2) Toro Grandstand Multi Force standon mowers (like new); Ferris FW-15 commercial hydro 32” walk behind mower w/bagger; (3) Exmark commercial 20” & 30” walk-behind mowers. Skidloader & Misc. Power Equipment: NH LS190 skidloader 2-speed cab heat 84” bucket aux. hyd., 5700 hours; (2) Billy Goat OS901SPH slice seeders; Billy Goat PL2501SPV 25” plug aerator; Exmark power broom; (2) Boss Smart Shield ATV snow blades & (2) Mulch Force dump att. & Pro Force Turbo Blower all w/Toro MultiForce mounts (like new); (2) Z-Spray Z-Max stand-on fertilizer/sprayer units, 1600 & 2300 hours; (13) Husqvarna MarkIII backpack blowers; (11) Husqvarna 520IHD60 & 522IHD60 battery hedge trimmers; (30) Husqvarna 525BX hand-held blowers; (7) Husqvarna 530IPT5, 520IHT4, 520IHE3 battery pole trimmers; (14) Husqvarna string trimmers; (5) Echo trimmers & attachments; Bluebird & Husqvarna bed edgers; CI Farelli backpack tree fogger; wheeled battery & hand sprayers; 2 Husqvarna 535IXP battery chain saws; Husqvarna 435 & 572XP chain saws; misc. extra chains & bars; Husqvarna K760 concrete saw; Bradley blade sharpener; Leica laser w/tripod & stick; (2) DeWalt miter saws; (2) Mantis tillers; BCF 2150 plate tamper; (4) 8’ & (1) 4’ stepladders; alum. multi-ladder; (4) 275 gal. totes; kero heater; measure wheel; tree cart; 2x2 tree stakes; grass seed; bagged chopped straw; starter kits; (2) Smart Barrow & other wheelbarrows; (3) set Equipment Defender racks; (36) new leaf rakes; lots misc. equip. oils, filters, blades, parts, cones, tarps, hard hats, grease guns, jumper cables & more; (3) tool boxes & misc. hand tools.
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Naomi L. Stoltzfus, 373 Mount Sidney Rd., Lancaster. 21/2 story brick 5 bedroom farm house, 1 story 2 bedroom tenant house, 21/2 story 4 horse stall barn, shop, utility building, 3/4 acre level lot. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.
MON., FEBRUARY 249:00 a.m. - Grandview Corp. Associates, 731 Cherry Dr., Hershey. Store fixtures, shelving and contents. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.
WED., FEBRUARY 261:00 p.m. - Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. Antiques, collectibles, household goods, tools. Horst Auctioneers.
FRI., FEBRUARY 282:00 p.m. - Arlan D. and Kendra L. Lapp, 4223 Miller Rd., Petersburg. 3 valuable real estate parcels, each property sells separately. #1
13 acres with 3 bedroom, 3 bath rancher with 2 car garage and 2 stall horse barn. #2 12 acre adjacent wooded lot. #3 1.54 acre wooded lot (Sassafras Rd.). Martin and Rutt Auctioneers, LLC.
SAT., MARCH 1 - 8:30
a.m. - Dale Nolt, 1925 W. Main St., Ephrata. Lawn and landscaping equipment 9
pickup and dump trucks, 6 equipment and enclosed trailers, NH LS109 skid loader, walker, ferris, ExMark and Toro mowers, aerators, seeders, saws, trimmers, edgers, vacs, sprayers, blowers and brooms, attachments and hand tools. BeilerCampbell Auction Services.
SAT., MARCH 1 - 9:00
a.m. - Arlan D. and Kendra L. Lapp, 3756 McAlevys Fort Rd., Petersburg. 2022 Kubota track skidsteer, Terex telehandler, 3 trailers, reclaimed barn timbers and siding/boards, live edge slabs, pine and hemlock lumber/beams, equipment and tools, 2012 Honda big red 4x4 UTV, antiques and farm primitives. Martin and Rutt Auctioneers, LLC.
MON., MARCH 3 - 4:00
p.m. - Nicholas W. Auker, Alexander M. Auker, 31 W. Main St., Adamstown. 3 unit investment property, 6/10 acre, public water and sewer, Zoned R3 and Highway Commercial. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.
WED., MARCH 5 - 1:00
p.m. - Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. Antiques, collectibles, household goods, tools. Horst Auctioneers.
x 25’ ATTACHED TWO CAR GARAGE
12’ x 30’ VINYL-SIDED SHED/WORKSHOP
12’ x 24’ VINYL-SIDED GARDEN SHED LOT SIZE – 200’ x 225’
basement area; attached two car garage; two large sheds; all on a level lot in the middle of Lebanon County farmland. Be sure to inspect this valuable property being sold at estate Public Sale!
OPEN HOUSES – Saturdays, February 22 & March 1 from 1 PM3 PM or for inspection/information, call (717) 679-8200. *TERMS OF SALE - $20,000 down payment on the day of sale; balance at settlement on or before 5/5/2025. Purchaser pays both realty transfer taxes. Property sold as-is. 1993 WILDERNESS 22’ TRAVEL TRAILER – Trailer will be sold immediately after the sale of real estate. Steiner & Sandoe, Atty.
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THURS., MARCH 6 -
4:00 p.m. - James M. Sherman Estate, 1992 Heidelberg Ave., Newmanstown. Brick ranch style dwelling with 22’x25’ attached 2 car garage, 1993 Wilderness travel trailer. Horst Auctioneers.
THURS., MARCH 6 -
5:00 p.m. - Carson and Shalynn Martin, 1538 Clay Rd., Ephrata. 1.1 acre country lot, animal barn and dog kennel, 3 bedroom rancher totally remodeled inside, 3 full baths, finished basement, rear sunroom, 2 car garage. Martin and Rutt Auctioneers, LLC.
FRI., MARCH 7 - 2:00
p.m. - Keith R. and Rochelle J. Musser, 300 Evergreen Rd., New Bloomfield. 24 acre turkey farm, 21/2 story 5 bedroom farm house, 2 car garage, 4 turkey buildings, start to finish, bank barn, litter shed. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.
FRI., MARCH 7 - 2:00
p.m. - Ray A. Grumbine Estate, 1917 Prescott Rd., Myerstown. 23.78 +/ limestone farm with 2 houses and bank barn. L&H Auctions Inc.
SAT., MARCH 8 - 9:00
a.m. - Horst Auction Center, Ephrata. Antique and collector tools. Horst Auctioneers.
SAT., MARCH 8 - 9:00
a.m. - Earl Frable Estate, 10
A Farm Ln., Lititz. 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath rancher on 2.1 +/ acres. Real estate at 12:00 noon. Chevy Equinox, lawn tractor, toys, guns and furniture. L&H Auctions Inc.
FRI., MARCH 14 - 5:00
p.m. - Weaver Family, 23 N. Farmersville Rd., Ephrata.
With the help of the Brownstown Elementary School and the sponsorship of the West Earl Lions Club, they are proud to announce the February Student of the Month. He is Emmet Lane, son of Tanya Lane and student of Mrs. Koehnke.
According to Mrs. Koehnke, Emmet comes in to the classroom with a cheerful, “good morning,” ready to learn. He loves learning by paying attention, answers questions and by being a hard worker. Emmet enjoys asking questions when he doesn’t understand.
Mrs. Koehnke appreciates how much Emmet wants to
learn, and even more how he treats other people. He is kind, peaceful, responsible and fun. He talks to others with care, letting them know that he is their friend. After Mrs. Koehnke broke her ankle, Emmet was always there to help her out, knowing what she needed. He is a true leader in many ways.
The West Earl Lions also appreciate and congratulate Emmet on this honor and wish him well in his further days and years as a student. They know he will do well! 9 9 9
21/2 story, 4 bedroom house, 27’x34’ garage/barn, half acre. Tim Weaver Auction Service LLC.
SAT., MARCH 15 - 9:00
a.m. - Emory and EvaJane Martin, 1030 Lincoln Rd., Lititz. Tractors, skidloader, lawn mowers, farm machinery, in line wrapper, carriages, corn crib, household goods, books, tools. Tim Weaver Auction Service LLC.
TUES., MARCH 18Garden Spot Fire Rescue, 339 E. Main St., New Holland. Quilt and quiltrelated items. Hometowne Auction, LLC.
WED., MARCH 19 - 5:00
p.m. - Levi S. Jr. and Mary E. King, 6 Lehoy Forest Dr., Leola. Custom multilevel 4 bedroom dwelling, 2 car garage, 2 stall horse barn, 2 utility buildings, pool, 1.44 acres. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.
THURS., MARCH 205:00 p.m. - Jeremy S. and Amanda H. Horning, 5
Sportsman Rd., Denver. 11/2 story 3 bedroom Cape Cod, garage, 2 story barn/2 car garage 38’x32’, 2.1 acre country lot. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.
FRI., MARCH 21 - 4:00
p.m. - David Mark and Catherine S. Stoltzfus, 1509 Landisville Rd., Manheim.
Country 1 story 4 bedroom rancher, 2 car garage, 2 story 32’x44’ barn, 1.16 acres with fenced pasture. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.
FRI., MARCH 28 - 5:00
p.m. - Daryl L. and Michele L. Grumbine, 57 E. Rosebud Rd., Myerstown. 24.6 +/
acre horse farm with house and outbuildings. L&H Auctions Inc.
SAT., MARCH 29 - 8:00
a.m. - Public Lawn, Garden & ATV Consignment Auction, Schoeneck. Philip Hurst Auctions, LLC.
SAT., MARCH 29 - 9:30
a.m. - Aaron B. and Lizzie M. Leid, 489 Frysville Rd., Ephrata. 11.3 acres, pasture, 2 story house, 5 bedrooms, 2 equipment outbuildings, view, older tractors and farm equipment, tools. Martin and Rutt Auctioneers, LLC.
SAT., MARCH 29 - 11:00
a.m. - Paul and Kristine Newswanger, 2349 Little Hill Rd., Narvon. 0.42 +/acre, 3 bedroom house, 11/2 bath, 14’x20’ horse shed, 12’x24’ carport. BeilerCampbell Auction Services.
FRI., APRIL 4 - 9:00 a.m.
- Eugene S. Trostle Estate, 1600 Texter Mountain Rd., Reinholds. 34 acre steer farm, stone 4 bedroom farm house, 2 story bank barn, steer stable, 3 car garage/ shop, equipment building, 40’x60’ pole building, 2 silos. Real estate at 2:00 p.m. Farm equipment, tractors, personal property, tools, household items. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.
MON., APRIL 7 - 5:00 p.m. - Joseph and Ruth Ann Zook, 5939 Windmill Rd., Parkesburg. Valuable country property, 3 acres, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, splitlevel home, horse barn and more. BeilerCampbell Auction Services.
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15.5’x10.5’ sunroom; front living area has large bay-style window; very nice primary BR w/walk-in closet & private full bathroom w/appealing tile shower; 2 additional BR w/closets; second full bathroom w/tub shower; laundry room has S.S. sink & cabinetry storage; third full bathroom w/shower stall; rear entrance to mud room; attached 25.5’x23.5’ 2-car garage w/insulated overhead door. Finished lower level adds 1,150 sq. ft. including 26’x20’ family room w/painted brick hearth holding a propane home heater; 22’x12.5’ recreation room; 19’x10.5’ office/work room; 23.5’x13’ storage room; second stairway leads to attached garage.
EXTRA FACTS: Whole house painted in 2022; new roof in 2020; new windows thru-out; elec. baseboard heat w/propane heater; new elec. wiring & plus/switches; recess lighting; new stamped concrete walkway in front & back; oversized macadam driveway; campfire area; mature shade trees; impressive level backyard; raised bed gardens; on-site well & septic system; all new landscaping; 200-amp elec.; zoned Agriculture; Warwick School District; taxes $4,690.
KENNEL & BARN: A 36’x32’ stick-built detached barn has overhead door, tack room, remarkable dog kennel (newly remodeled) w/5 inside/ outside runs, epoxy painted floors, propane heater, well insulated, excellent condition; water hook-up; 100-amp breaker in barn.
OPEN HOUSE DATES: Saturdays, Feb. 15 from 10 AM to 1 PM & Feb. 22 from 1 PM to 3 PM. Call/Text Auctioneer for private showing 717-587-8906.
Please visit our updated website, www.martinandrutt.com Auction For: CARSON & SHALYNN MARTIN
THURSDAY, FEB. 13, 2025
SALE TIME - 12:00 NOON
INSPECTION - Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 9:00 A.M. thru the Sale Sale to be held at Horst Auction Center 50 Durlach Road, Ephrata, Lancaster Co., PA
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346 LOTS OF COINS AND CURRENCY
Selling 100 Plus Silver Dollars Incl. 32 Slabbed & 1882-CC GSA, W.L. Halves - Many Slabbed, Approx. $200 Face 90% Silver in Bulk Lots & Partial Sets, Foreign Incl. 8 Reales, Silver Eagles Incl. Rolls; C.W.T. & H.T.T., Store Cards, Commemoratives, Bust Halves, Currency Small & Large, Large Cents in Singles & Bulks. *Online Bidding Available Through Hibid.com.
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A catalogued listing can be picked up at the Auction Center for free. Listing is also available on our website, www.horstauction.com.
Accepted Payments: Cash or PA Check. Visa, MasterCard, Discover and Debit Card with 3% fee. No out of state checks without prior approval.
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Preview Times - Tuesday, February 18 from 2:00 P.M. thru 5:00 P.M. and Wednesday, February 19 from 8:00 A.M.
*The following is just a very general list of items to be sold.
Photos representing the entire auction will be posted on our website www.horstauction.com on Tuesday, February 18. Sale to be held at the Horst Auction Center, 50 Durlach Rd., Ephrata, PA 17522
FURNITURE - Antique, Vintage, Reproduction & Modern Incl. Bedroom, Dining Room, Living Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Office & Patio (Sets & Individual Pcs.); APPLIANCES; KITCHENWARE; CLOCKS & LAMPS; SILVER; COPPER & BRASS; CAST IRON; LG. ENTERPRISE #9 DOUBLE WHEEL COFFEE GRINDER; AGATE; PEWTER; TINWARE; ADVERTISING TINS; WOODENWARE; DUCK DECOYS & BIRD CARVINGS; BASKETS; CHINA & GLASSWARE; POTTERY; LINENS & TEXTILES; BOOKS & PAPER; ESTATE & COSTUME JEWELRY; ARTWORK; CHRISTMAS & SEASONAL DECORATIONS; TOYS; DOLLS; TOOLS; LAWN & GARDEN EQUIPMENT; BOX LOTS & MANY OTHER ITEMS TO BE SOLD! Accepted Payments: Cash or PA Check, Visa, MasterCard, Discover & Debit Card with 3% fee. No out of state checks without prior approval.
Sale For: WILLIAM ALAN CARTER EST., MARJORIE MANN & OTHERS “HorstAuctionCenter”
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Zimmerman, 677 Wide Hollow Rd., East Earl. 3 bedroom, 1 bath, 2 story brick dwelling, 28’x36’ garage/horse barn. BeilerCampbell Auction Services.
TUES., APRIL 15 - 11:00
a.m. - Roy H. Book Estate, 83 Hartman Bridge Rd., Ronks. 67 acre farm with pond and 44 acre farm land. #1 21/2 story 6 bedroom farm house, bank barn, garage, equipment building with shop, heifer barn, silo, 67 acres. #2 44 acres farm land tract (Leaman Rd.), tractors, mowers, farm equipment, skid loader, fork lift, Allis Chalmers toy collection, shop/garden items. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.
WED., APRIL 16 - 4:00
p.m. - George E. Ungemach and Karen L. Ungemach, 318 Chestnut Hill Rd., Palmyra. 8.2+ acre farmette wellbuilt onestory home with attached carport or patio, 6+ tillable acres. Barr David Auctioneers, LLC.
TUES., APRIL 22 - 5:00
p.m. - Jason R. and Kirsten N. Brubacker, 945 Hopeland Rd., Lititz. Country 11/2 story 3 bedroom dwelling, 2
correct, but not guaranteed. For additional pictures, go to www.beiler-campbellauctions.com or www.GoToAuction.com or www.auctionzip.com
car garage, 12x20 barn, 41/2 acres. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.
FRI., APRIL 25 - 5:00
p.m. - Connie M. Alvord, 270A Swamp Church Rd., Reinholds. Country contemporary rancher, 2 car garage, utility building, 3.9 acres. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.
SAT., APRIL 26 - 10:00
a.m. - Indian Run Rentals, LLC, 1775 Euclid Dr., Lancaster. 8 unit investment property, 21/2 story brick 8 unit, 3 car garage, barn/shop, 1.7 acre country lot. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.
FRI., MAY 9 - 9:00 a.m. - The Stoudt Family Trust, 267 Yorkshire Rd., Mohnton. 7.4 acre farmette with stream, 21/2 story 3 bedroom farm house, sandstone guest dwelling, barn/garage 26x62, 3 car garage, 3 horse stalls. Real estate at 1:00 p.m. Tractors, mowers, equipment, tools, personal property. Kline, Kreider and Good Auctioneers.
TUES., MAY 20 - Garden Spot Fire Rescue, 339 E. Main St., New Holland. Quilt and quiltrelated items. Hometowne Auction, LLC.
TUES., JULY 15 - Garden Spot Fire Rescue, 339 E. Main St., New Holland. Quilt and quiltrelated items. Hometowne Auction, LLC.
From Lititz, head North on PA-501, Right onto Farm Lane to Property on Right. w/Kitchen, Dining Area, Living Rm. w/Cathedral Ceiling; Brick Gas Fireplace; Master BR/Bath; Laundry Rm. w/1/2 bath; 2 Bdrms. & Full Bath. 2 French Doors in LR Lead to Deck w/View of Pond. CA, Heat Pump, Wood Furnace, Attached 2 Car Garage + 1 Car Garage in Lower Level. Walkout Basement includes Shop Area. 12x24 Shed w/Overhead Door, 12x20 Shed, Public Sewer, Well, Warwick SD, Taxes: $6,739, Zoning-Ag.
NOTE: Well-maintained home a short distance to downtown Lititz w/nice pond, gazebo & room to roam! OPEN HOUSE: Sat., Feb. 15, 1-3 PM or by appointment. For appointment to see or help w/bank financing, call Joel at 717-383-5606.
TERMS: 10% Down, Balance in 45 Days. SEE MORE INFO & PHOTOS: www.lhauctionsinc.com
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Auction For: Earl Frable Estate Attorney: Douglas Smith (717) 291-1700
The following were recorded at the Lancaster County Recorder of Deeds office from January 30 to February 5:
Adamstown Borough
Stacey L. Sola conveyed property on Michael Lane to Larry S. Shaub and Cynthia A. Shaub for $324,000.
The H. Robert Stork Estate conveyed property on Jefferson Road to Travis L. Zimmerman for $305,000.
Akron Borough
Andrew S. Horst conveyed property on South Ninth Street to Jadon Lynn Martin for $325,000.
Elliot J. Neese and Amanda B. Neese conveyed property on Orchard Street to Cody A. Mitchell for $365,000.
Brecknock Township
Luke N. Ulrich conveyed property on Harvest Drive to Samuel Shupp and Morgan Shupp for $459,900.
Robert W. Blank and Barbara J. Blank conveyed property in Brecknock Township to Michael A. Carlin and Whitney L. Carlin for $435,000.
The Warren H. Zimmerman Estate conveyed property on Chestnut Hill Road to Harold R. Zimmerman and Marian N. Zimmerman for $725,000.
Whitney L. Carlin conveyed property on Redstone Drive to Andrew Rohrbaugh for $275,000.
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Clay Township
Shannon C. Hertzog and Sheila M. Hertzog conveyed property in Clay Township to Sheila M. Hertzog for $1.
Tyler L. Enck and Rebekkah Lynne Enck conveyed property in Clay Township to Tyler L. Enck and Rebekkah Lynne Enck for $1.
Tyler L. Enck and Rebekkah Lynne Enck conveyed property in Clay Township to Tyler L. Enck and Rebekkah Lynne Enck for $1.
Tyler L. Enck and Rebekkah Lynne Enck conveyed property in Clay Township to Tyler L. Enck and Rebekkah Lynne Enck for $1.
Travis P. Eberhart and Amanda M. Eberhart conveyed property in Clay Township to Travis P. Eberhart and Amanda M. Eberhart for $1.
Tyler L. Enck and Rebekkah Lynne Enck conveyed property in Clay Township to Travis P. Eberhart and Amanda M. Eberhart for $35,000.
Earl Township
Kenneth D. Petersheim, Rosaliz RodriguezPetersheim conveyed property on Sunflower Street to Kenneth D. Petersheim and Rosaliz RodriguezPetersheim for $1.
East Cocalico Township Carson Burkman conveyed property on North Reamstown Road to Jason Burkman and Carla Burkman for $265,000. The Judy A. Vogel Estate conveyed property in East Cocalico Township to Tyler Cameron and Amanda Cameron for $1. Emanuel M. Lantz and
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Rachel F. Lantz conveyed property in East Cocalico Township to Leon F. Stoltzfus and Marian B. Stoltzfus for $1.
Ryan M. Jordie and Amanda Rose MartinJordie conveyed property on Sycamore Circle to Ryan M. Jordie for $1.
Narrows Glen Inc. conveyed property in East Cocalico Township to East Cocalico Township for $1.
East Earl Township
Todd M. Boyer conveyed property on Earl Avenue to Collen J. Ferrell and Amber S. Ferrell for $470,000.
George Z. Witwer and Margaret J. Witwer conveyed property in East Earl Township to George William Witwer, Ethan Witwer, and Zachary K. Witwer for $1.
Louis M. Concra conveyed property in East Earl Township to Louis M. Concra and Luceni P. Concra for $1.
Samuel L. Glick Jr. and Barbie Ann Glick conveyed property in East Earl Township to Samuel L. Glick Jr. and Barbie Ann Glick for $1. Elizabeth Township Furnace Run Holdings LLC conveyed property in Elizabeth Township to Brickerville Crossroads LLC for $1.
Steven N. Gingrich conveyed property in Elizabeth Township to Kyle Becker for $420,000.
Ephrata Borough
Stephen M. Wilson and Devon K. Detwiler conveyed property on Marion Terrace to Stephen M. Wilson for $1. Alex P. Knight conveyed property on Marion Terrace to Eric Matthew Frey for $245,000.
Ephrata Township
Duane A. Martin and Jessica Martin conveyed property in Ephrata Township to Urban Property Partners LLC for $467,000.
Property Investing and Management Inc. conveyed property in Ephrata Township to Ephrata Area Joint Authority for $0.
R. Brian Shober and Joyce M. Shober conveyed property in Ephrata Township to Carol Adams for $320,000.
Lititz Borough
The Betty A. Shelly Estate conveyed property in Lititz Borough to Steven C. Shelly for $1.
Richard H. Guse and Kath
erine E. Guse conveyed property in Lititz Borough to the Richard H. Guse and Katherine E. Guse Revocable Trust for $1. Generation Partners LP conveyed property on East Main Street to Generation Partners LLC for $1.
Paul E. Becker conveyed property on South Oak Street to Francesca Decicco and James Moloney for $350,000.
Robert C. Diller Jr. and Philip D. Diller conveyed property in Lititz Borough to Sherrie L. Miller and Bryan T. Hynicka for $290,000.
Scott D. Bender and Jeanie M. Bender conveyed property in Lititz Borough to Johanna K. Distefano for $425,000.
Teresa A. Little conveyed property on Partridge Drive
to Keegan J. McCardell and Kaycee P. Vignes for $390,000.
New Holland Borough
The Charles L. Jackson Estate conveyed property on West Conestoga Street to Darlene F. Nolt for $320,000.
Terre Hill Borough
The Leon F. Gosik Sr. Estate conveyed property on Donna Drive to Nevin H. Shirk and Ruth Lucille Nolt for $280,000.
The Violet Mae Stauffer Estate conveyed property on New Street to Eugene Katasonov for $293,000.
Upper Leacock Township
Joyce A. Graves, Laurence E. Wilson, and Marilyn M. Wilson conveyed property on Mayfield Drive to Marilyn Wilson for $1.
Robert B. Hofmann and Deloris M. Hofmann conveyed property in Upper Leacock Township to Richard C. Weeber and Pamela Z. Weeber for $473,000.
Warwick Township Landmark Homes at War
3 UNIT INVESTMENT PROPERTY
6/10 ACRE – PUBLIC WATER & SEWER
ZONED
3 Unit Investment Property – Main Dwl.: 2½ sty. brick bldg. w/1,225 SF finished area w/kitchen w/appliances, living & family rms., 3 bdrms., 1½ baths, laundry w/washer & dryer included, attic, bsmt. w/outside entrance, oil HW heat, low maintenance exterior w/new shingle roof (6-7 yrs. old), insulated windows & rear deck. 2 Unit Dwl. – Separate 2 sty. 2 unit dwl. w/new metal roof (6-7 yrs. old), elec. BB heat, washer/dryer each unit. Apt. A: approx. 1,148 SF finished area, kitchen w/appliances, living rm., 2 bdrms. & full bath. Apt. B: approx. 840 SF finished area, kitchen, living rm., 2 bdrms. & full bath. Separate utilities for each unit. Level 6/10 ACRE deep lot w/off-street parking & 12x16 utility shed. Zoned R-3 & Highway Commercial. Great opportunity to purchase a 3 Unit Investment Property w/ approx. $34,800 gross income! Modest rents w/potential increase. Personal inspection by appointment or open house February 15, 22 & March 1 from 1 to 4 PM. For brochure or land plotting visit www.klinekreidergood.com. Financing, deposit or bridge loan available to qualified buyer. Call Randal V. Kline 717-733-1006 (Lender NMLS ID #834368)
Randal V. Kline
Roy E. Good, Jr. Aaron Z. Nolt
Curvin M. Horning
717-445-4309
Lic. #499, #2116, #5064, #3956
wick Hill LLC conveyed property on Tupelo Street to Joseph Schott and Lori Schott for $879,600.
Lititz Reserve LLC and EG
Stoltzfus Homes LLC conveyed property on Meadow Rose Drive to Nancy R. Weber for $534,215.
Michael Levering and Beau Levering conveyed property in Warwick Township to Matthew Swanger and Jaclyn Kain for $277,000.
The Edith F. Tennis Estate conveyed property on Tennis Court to John Tkach and Lisa Tkach for $718,000.
Juan Mayol and Beatriz Mojica conveyed property in Warwick Township to Prescott C. Smith and Kelly A. Smith for $600,000.
Gregory L. Ziegler and Emily G. Ziegler conveyed property on Tupelo Street to Emily Ziegler for $1.
West Cocalico Township
The Patricia A. Horst Estate conveyed property on Hartings Park Road to Aaron B. Leid and Lizzie M. Leid for $565,000.
David Z. Seibel and Mary Jane Seibel conveyed property in West Cocalico Township to Brent A. Witman and Amanda J. Witman for $525,000.
Patricia O. Cassel conveyed property on Hertzog Valley Road to the Patricia O. Cassel Living Trust for $1.
Patricia O. Cassel conveyed property on Hertzog Valley
Road to the Patricia O. Cassel Living Trust for $1.
Elvin H. Hoover and Anna Mae Hoover conveyed property in West Cocalico Township to Windy Mansion Partners LLC for $1,192,500. West Earl Township
Melvin S. Ressler and Dawn W. Ressler conveyed property on Locust Street to Steve Yates and Lisa Yates for $350,000.
Maria N. Santiago conveyed property on South State Street to Maria N. Santiago and Jonathan R. Santiago for $1.
Rd. Right Indiandale Rd. to property on right. (E.
18.9 ACRE Farmette. 2½ story house w/1,888 SF finished area, eat-in kitchen w/custom cabinets, pantry & appliances, dining area w/bay window, living room, family room (could be 3rd bedroom), playroom, 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 1st floor laundry, attic & basement, oil HW baseboard heat, central AC, insulated windows, covered front & rear porches & rear patio w/auto awning. Outbuildings: Bank barn 38x32; 2 car garage 26x24; shop 16x16 w/lean-to; sandstone smoke house w/stone walk-in fireplace; 18.9 ACRES w/approx. 5 acres tillable, lawn, garden, spring & pond. Balance woodland w/mature timber & northeast boundary bordering State Game Lands. Circle macadam driveway. Zoned Conservation. Enrolled in Clean & Green. Ideally located country farmette w/lots of potential. Clean & move-in condition house w/recent updates & open floor plan. Convenient location, minutes to Reinholds, Adamstown & Denver w/easy access to Rts. 897, 272, 222 & Turnpike. Personal inspection by appointment or open house February 15 from 1 to 4 PM. For brochure or land plotting visit www.klinekreidergood. com Financing, deposit or bridge loan available to qualified buyer. Call Randal V. Kline 717-733-1006 (Lender NMLS ID #834368)
Derlyn R. & Lonita W. Wise 717-222-6229
www.klinekreidergood.com
Nicholas W. Auker
Alexander M. Auker Nicholas: 717-629-0722 www.klinekreidergood.com
deckover dump trailer, 14k GVW dual axle; 40’ storage trailer box; dump hopper; GRIZZLY GO551 5” planer; etc.
RECLAIMED TIMBERS & LIVE EDGE: 29’x32’ complete hand hewn oak barn frame; 2,500 reclaimed brick from 1800s farmhouse; old hand hewn & sawn barn beams; 6x16x24’ pine ridge beams; new pine board & batten lumber; new asst. size pine beams; re-sawn lumber from barn beams; etc.
ANTIQUES & FARM PRIMITIVES: 8’ copper-lined antique green 30-drawer store cabinet (NICE!); old orange & blue 76 gas pump (nice); petro cans; old license plates; metal advertising signs include: feed & farm, auto, tobacco, road, beer & Coke; 50+ lightning rods w/asst. color globes; weather vanes; etc.
TOOLS & SHOP ITEMS: Jonsered CS2171 24” chainsaw; Husqvarna 365 20” chainsaw; Milwaukee 18V chainsaw; Honda EU2000i generator; Honda portable air compressor; 13-hp Honda 3600psi pressure washer; Grizzly G0551 5” planer; 1 bag dust collector; oxy/acetylene torch set; lots of DeWalt & Milwaukee 18V power tools.
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