Obituaries

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Nancy A. Kulp

Nancy A. Kulp, 58, of Stevens, passed away at home on Wednesday, April 12, 2023, after a 7-year courageous battle with cancer. Born in Ephrata, she was a daughter of Clifford & Audrey (Reddig) Youndt and the loving wife to Douglas S. Kulp for 38 years.

Nancy grew up in Adamstown, a graduate of Cocalico High School, class of 1982. She then attended Shippensburg University and completed her degree in Social Studies Education at Millersville University in December of 1986. Nancy worked as a long-term substitute teacher for the Cocalico School District then took a position as Craft Classroom Manager with Stauffers of Kissel Hill. She later worked for Blue Ball National Bank in their central office as the Training Officer followed by 10 years as a Reading Paraprofessional at Adamstown Elementary School. Nancy was an avid reader. British and Irish authors, historical fiction and mystery storylines were her favorite. She and Doug traveled together, enjoying places such as England, Ireland, and even a trip to China which they often talked about. Walking along the beach of Rehoboth and visiting the local soap shop and bookstore was another one of Nancy’s favorites. She

Lois Cunningham, 90, Ephrata, passed away on Tuesday, March 28.

She was the wife of the late Harvey James (Jim) Cunningham.

She is survived by three daughters: Margaret Freeman Kidhardt, wife of Lou, Ephrata; Catherine Freeman Parmer, wife of Ted, Lancaster; and Jennifer Freeman Farrington, Ephrata; five stepsons: Jim Cunningham, husband of Pam; Tim Cunningham; Ed Cunningham, husband of Di; Rob Cunningham; and Brian Cunningham; nine grandchildren; 17 step-grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; 32 step-greatgrandchildren; five brothers: Carl Hall; Cecil Hall, husband of Sandy; Charles Hall, husband of Mary; Frances Hall, husband of Eileen; and Ric Barr, husband of Jean; and two sisters: Phyllis Hall Gentzel, wife of Bill, and Pat Hall McCartney, wife of Philip.

Otti H. McDermottWeaver (nee Vaitl), 85, Luther Acres, Lititz, passed away on Friday, March 31.

She was the wife of the late John McDermott, and the late David Weaver.

She is survived by two sisters: Maria Weaver, and Elisabeth Vaitl.

June Kemper, 88, Lititz, passed away on Saturday, April 1.

She was the wife of the late Lynn L. Kemper.

She is survived by a son, James Kemper, husband of Lisa; two daughters: Laurie Kemper, wife of Don Ament, and Joan Keath; three grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

Steven R. Wanner, 63, treasured the little pleasures of life such as her backyard flower garden, a delightful piece of dark chocolate, listening to vinyl records, and mornings of just sleeping in. Nancy had an eclectic music selection, enjoying concerts and artists such as Lyle Lovett, Eric Clapton, Van Morrison, & the Mavericks. She was a member of Swamp Lutheran Church where she had attended for over 20 years. Nancy was always interested in others and would carry on a conversation with great interest and encouragement. She was organized and tidy, positive and upbeat. Nancy was steadfast in her beliefs and stood up for what she felt was right. She was approachable, loving, and brightened the room with her smile.

In addition to her husband and parents, Nancy is survived by her three brothers: Gary Youndt of Denver; Carl (Kathy) Youndt of Schoeneck, and Mark Youndt (Karen Kellogg) of Greenwich N.Y.; three nieces & nephews, Colby KelloggYoundt, Steven Youndt, & Timothy Youndt. stepsons: Anthony, husband of Carol Faiola, and John Faiola; a step-daughter, Mary, wife of Frank Fetterolf; five step-grandchildren; and a brother, Kenneth Cummings.

Ephrata, passed away on Sunday, April 2.

He is survived by two brothers: Barry Saylor, husband of Mary, Lititz, and Rick Saylor, Rehoboth, Delaware; and a sister, Sally Hunter, wife of Gary, Drumore.

Nora A. Faiola, 86, Fairlane Gardens, Reading, formerly of Ephrata, passed away on Monday, April 3.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Sat., April 22nd at 11 a.m. in the Swamp Lutheran Church, 275 Swamp Church Rd., Reinholds, Pa 17569. In tribute to Nancy’s love for reading, please bring a new or gently used book to donate to the Adamstown Area Library Book Sale.

In lieu of flowers, contributions are appreciated to Swamp Lutheran Church, www.swamplutheran.org/ giving, or the Adamstown Area Library, www. adamstownarealibrary.org/ donate/.

Sean Hanrahan, 89, Akron, passed away on Monday, April 3.

He was the husband of the late Rose Polverini Hanrahan.

He is survived by a son, Sean Jr., husband of Kelly (Fassnacht); three grandchildren; and one greatgrandchild.

Doris Ford Robinson, 95, Lititz, passed away on Monday, April 3.

She was the wife of the late Frank G. Robinson.

She is survived by two daughters: Susan Robinson, wife of Kurt Knippel, and Wendy Stivers; four grandchildren; and a sister, Nancy Travis.

Besides his wife, he is survived by a son, William M. Holder; a daughter, Ardyth J. Edgerton, wife of Craig; and five grandchildren.

James A. Maddox, 95, husband of Beverly (Stoermer) Maddox, Lititz, passed away on Wednesday, April 5.

Besides his wife, he is survived by a son, James (Jay) Maddox, husband of Teresa, Marietta; two daughters: Pam Maddox, Indianapolis, Indiana, and

She was the wife of the late Albert J. Faiola.

She is survived by two

Arthur James Holder, M.D., 92, husband of Jean Anne (Merrion), Lititz, passed away on Tuesday, April 4.