Martin J. Johnson, Jr, 93, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed into eternity, surrounded by his loving family, on Saturday, December 18, 2021 in Hershey, PA.  Born on January 22, 1928 in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Martin and Anna (Bartko) Johnson.
On April 28, 1956, Martin married the former Joan M. Targosz at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church. Mr. Johnson proudly served in the United States Army Air Corp during WWII and the New York Air National Guard through 1955. Martin was employed by Moore Business Forms for over 45 years, never missing a day of work. His increased responsibilities in the finance department resulted in relocating to various cities throughout the country. He retired from the Glenview, Illinois US Headquarters in 1991 as a Corporate Comptroller.
Mr. Johnson is survived by his wife of 65 years, four children, Michael, Kathleen, Thomas and Timothy, their spouses, ten grandchildren, and three great grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by sisters, Josephine Campbell, Gladys Sweeney and Carol Adam and brothers, John Johnson and Robert “Red” Johnson.
Flowers are graciously declined. If desired, memorial offerings may be made to the Gary Sinise Foundation to support Veterans.  Interment will be at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery in Annville, PA.

​Dr. James M. Hoy peacefully departed this life on December 10, 2021, three days before his 91st birthday. He was a resident of Hershey, PA since 2002. A lifelong educator, he served in all capacities of education from teacher and coach to superintendent, touching countless lives along his career.

Born in Conemaugh, PA, son of James H. and Irene, he graduated from Conemaugh High School in 1948, where he excelled in sports. Jim served in the US Marine Corps from 1948 through 1952 and saw action in the Korean conflict, including Chosin, where his late brother, William also served in the US Army. Jim started as a business major at Penn State in Johnstown on the GI Bill but soon realized he was more interested in helping people than in the money-making world of business, and thereafter went into training at Indiana State Teacher’s College, entering the world of teaching and coaching.

Jim began his teaching career circa 1957 at Purchase Line High School in Commodore, PA, where he was a teacher of Pennsylvania and US history, and a basketball coach, taking the boys’ varsity team to state level tournament competition. He served as a teacher, guidance counselor, Head Start supervisor, and principal in the Glassboro, NJ, school district in the 1960s and early 70s. After completing his doctorate at Penn State University, he became Assistant Superintendent of North Schuylkill School District and then Superintendent of Riverside Beaver County School District in Ellwood City, PA during the 1980s through 1993.

Jim enjoyed Pittsburgh sports teams both football and baseball. He had a knack of entertaining all that he met with his special brand of storytelling. He was known for his whimsical and jovial personality. He especially enjoyed attending all of his grandchildren’s sporting and Scouting events. His grandchildren lovingly called him The Old Gent, which was usually just “Gent.” His love for his grandchildren was only outshone by his love for his wife of 64 years, Phyllis Jean (Adams) Hoy, who preceded him in death in 2017. He is survived by four children: J. Michael, Jr. (Carol Kirtley), Carolyn, Roberta, Greg (Kristen Dallara), nine grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren and two sisters, Patricia Kinn and Collette Williams. He was a member of St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church in Hershey PA.

Services will be private and at the family’s discretion.

She was born on November 19, 1943, in Hummelstown, Pennsylvania to Edward Brighton Smith, Sr., and Dorothy Deimler Smith. Linda lived in Hummelstown and Hershey during her youth and participated in field hockey and band. She graduated from Hershey High School in 1962. Linda was the fourth of five children and is preceded in death by her siblings: Rodney Smith, Patricia Smith, and Edward B. Smith. Linda’s sister Shirlee Miller currently resides in Arkansas.
Linda eventually met the love of her life, Thomas S. Donnelly in her early 20’s after he continually parked in her parking spot. Linda’s parking spot just happened to be at the top of a hill and Tom needed to be able to “pop the clutch” to start his car. Of course, Tom offered to compensate Linda by buying her a drink. They were married at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church on February 24, 1968, a little more than two years after they first met.
Linda and Tom began their journey in Cleveland, Ohio. Linda and Tom immediately had three children: Jennifer Donnelly Dahmer, Julie Donnelly Torkelson, and Tricia Lynn Donnelly. A few years later this young family of 5 would pack up the green station wagon and move on to Savanah, GA. Linda balanced the difficult task of raising three girls involved in Catholic School, dance, gymnastics, and swimming. She volunteered at the Nativity Catholic Church for years running countless fundraisers and women’s groups. During this busy time, she also took classes at the local college and slowly began working toward earning her college degree. The Donnelly family would move from Savannah to Urbana, Ohio, and finally to Fort Worth, Texas in 1981. Linda persisted with her college classes and transferred credits from 4 colleges and three states. She graduated from the University of Texas at Arlington in May of 1987 with a degree in Business Administration.
Linda’s determination to work both in the home and outside the home would continue as she opened her first business in 1988 called Linda Dee’s Boutique in Hulen Mall. Linda’s second endeavor as a small business owner was Aussie Outfitters at the Parks Mall in Arlington, Texas. She would eventually step away from her business when her husband Tom succumbed to Cancer in 1998. Linda’s heart was broken forever. After losing her husband she worked, traveled, and spent time with friends.
Linda was a dedicated grandmother to 5 grandchildren: Reid, Addison, Avery, Ian, and Ava. Linda “Nana” would spend the last 21 years of her life dedicated to her grandchildren. When they were young, she was involved in their daily lives, activities, and schools always reading, counting, playing on the rug or in the pool with the grandkids. As those grandchildren grew older Nana supported them logistically, attending activities, and taking care of them when they were sick. Having her three daughters and all her grandchildren with her filled her heart and made her happy.
Linda was a member of the Catholic Church and attended St Andrew Catholic Church. A Funeral Mass will be held on January 8, 2022, at St Andrew Catholic Church, 3312 Dryden Rd, Fort Worth 76109 at 12 noon. Those who are unable to attend may join virtually by visiting the "Join LiveStream" link below.
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A Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 15, 2022, in the Hoover Funeral Home and Crematory, in Hershey, Pennsylvania, beginning at 10 AM, immediately followed by the recitation of the rosary at 11 AM. Burial will immediately follow at Hershey Cemetery. All are Welcome, Vaccines save lives, Wear a mask, Wash your hands.

​Neda Longenecker, 95, a former resident of Hershey, passed away on January 5, 2022 in the Celebration Villa of Lebanon Assisted Living.

She was born June 10, 1926 in Trieste, Italy, daughter of the late Andrea and Giovana (Puntar) Pervagna.

Neda dedicated her life to raising her family and serving the church. She had been a member of the Hershey Italian Lodge Ladies Auxiliary and of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, serving on the Women's Council, Resurrection Choir, Areba Club, Legion of Mary, Extraordinary ministers, helping at the jewelry table for church bazaars, and teaching 1st communion candidates. She also could be found in the school kitchen helping the late Frances Gibson with fundraising dinners. Neda also worked at Dutch Mill Bulbs when they were located in Hershey.

Neda is survived by daughter, June (Robert) Sultzaberger of Middletown; son, Ned (Cynthia) Longenecker of Lancaster; son, Terry Longenecker of Ulysses, PA; son, Patrick (Lori) Longenecker of Palmyra; daughter, Joan (William) Longenecker-Wells of Middletown; 4 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband, Elmer L. Longenecker in 1978.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, January 13th at 11AM in St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Ave., Hershey. The family will begin receiving guests at 10:30AM. Private interment will take place in Arlington National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorial contributions be made to St. Joan of Arc School, 359 W. Areba Ave., Hershey, PA 17033.

Arrangements by Hoover Funeral Homes & Crematory of Hershey, send condolences at www.hooverfuneralhome.com

​Raymond Garganes, 73, of Hershey, Pennsylvania, passed away on December 15, 2021 at Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center.

He was born July 14, 1948 in Hershey. He was a son to the late Palmina (Coletti) Garganes and was the best dog owner to his beloved dog Trey. Raymond was a graduate of Lebanon Catholic High School and Millersville University. While at Millersville, he was the captain of the Millersville Football team and was All Conference NAIA All-American and was then drafted by the Chicago Bears. Raymond had also worked at Penn National Race Course and was a member of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, Hershey Italian Lodge and VFW Hershey Memorial Post 3502.

Mr. Garganes is survived by; daughter, Annmarie Garganes Durnin (husband, Patrick) of Hershey; son, Matthew Garganes of Hershey; and grandchildren, Gianna, Lucia, Emma and Cole Durnin. Growing up in a close-knit all Italian family as an only child, he always considered cousins Janice Gasper Paul, Tommy Gasper and Teddy Gasper as his sister and brothers.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at 11AM in St. Joan of Arc Church, 359 W. Areba Ave., Hershey. The family will visit with guests following the mass at The Hershey Italian Lodge.

The family prefers memorial contributions be made to either: JDRF Western and Central PA Chapter jdrf.org or ASPCA.org rather than flowers.

Hoover Funeral Homes & Crematory of Hershey is handling the arrangements.