Eternal Life
This page is dedicated to informing our parishioner’s of recent death’s within our parish. The parish community of St. Joan of Arc extends our deepest sympathies to the families & friends of these individuals.
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This page is dedicated to informing our parishioner’s of recent death’s within our parish. The parish community of St. Joan of Arc extends our deepest sympathies to the families & friends of these individuals.
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Frank J. Mediate, 92, of Harrisburg, Pa passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Wednesday, January 15, 2020. He was born in Wall, Pa. to Santo and Maria Elena Mediate. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Linda Anne Mediate, his children Mark Mediate of Boston, MA and Monica McCabe(Bernie)of Ambler, PA , his grandchildren Alexandra Mediate, Brandon Mediate, Stephen McCabe, Emma McCabe. He is also survived by his sister Catherine Divens, Annapolis, Md. Frank was a kind, gentle and unconditionally loving husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend. He spent much of his life volunteering in the Church and for Contact Helpline. He loved music and sang with the Harrisburg Choral Society and in his church choir. He was an avid sports fan, the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pirates, and loved playing golf. After serving in the US Navy he attended and graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a BS Degree in Engineering. He retired as an Engineering Manager with AMP Inc. Following retirement Frank drove for the Hershey Trolley Works for 13 years and had the title Motorman Emeritus a job he absolutely loved. Lastly, he fulfilled his dream of having a farm. An experience filled with so many traditions and blessings. A Visitation will be held on Wednesday, Jan 22, 2020 from 10:00AM to 11:30AM at the Hoover Funeral Homes, & Crematory, Inc., 88 Lucy Ave, Hershey. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at 12 Noon at St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Ave, Hershey, Pa. Monsignor William Richardson will be the Celebrant. Inurnment will be at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville, Pa at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Pl, Memphis, TN 38105 or to a charity of your choice.
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Sharon M. McQuate, 63, of Niles, Ohio, formerly of Hershey, passed away unexpectedly on January 14, 2020. She was born August 7, 1956 in Hershey and was preceded in death by parents, Mark and Barbara McQuate and brother, David McQuate. Sharon is survived by her sister, Susan (Donald) Robison of Hershey; niece, Nichole (Kelly) Fogarty; nephew, Theodore "Ted" Robison; great niece & nephews, Johnny, Jake and Olivia Fogarty; and Aunt, Pearl Klinger.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at 11AM in the St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Ave., Hershey. The family will begin receiving guests at 10:30AM. Interment will be in the Hershey Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorial contributions be made to St. Joan of Arc Church Memorial Fund. Hoover Funeral Homes & Crematory, Inc., of Hershey is handling the arrangements. Send condolences via the online guest book at www.hooverfuneralhome.com www.pennlive.com/obits Derry Township Police Officer Michael L. Henry, Jr. passed away Thursday, January 2, 2020 at The Hershey Medical Center with his wife, Jackie by his side. Officer Henry was born on September 6, 1969 in Harrisburg, PA. A 1987 graduate of Lower Dauphin High School he loved Hummelstown and the many friendships he made. Following High School, Michael joined the Army and was a member of the 4th of the 9th Field Artillery Delta Battery stationed in Germany from 1987-1990 where he had an honorable discharge to pursue his passion for law enforcement, specifically Derry Township Police Department. He was a 1996 graduate of Penn State University with a BS in Criminal Justice, and a 1997 graduate of the 68th Pennsylvania State Police Academy where he was Class President. He continued his love for the military with his service in the PA Army National Guard until 1995. Michael’s life passion was service. He began working at HersheyPark as a security officer, and Derry Township as a Community Service Officer from 1995-1998. Michael was proud to then continue his service with Derry Township as a Patrol Officer for 21years. Throughout his law enforcement career, he served as a MCSAP (Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program) Inspector; a member of the Traffic Safety Unit (Accident Reconstruction); and his final and proudest achievement was becoming a member of the Derry Township Police Motorcycle Unit. He was past Commander of the Hershey American Legion Post #386, a member of Mount Lebanon Lodge #226 F&AM, and St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church. His family was his number one priority. He loved spending time with his wife, Jackie, and two children. He took great pride in watching his daughter, Samantha, compete in collegiate gymnastics for Kent State University and his son, Zachary, play Hershey Youth Flag Football and ice hockey for Hershey, and The Palmyra Black Knights. He also loved vacationing with his family and friends during beach trips, camping outings and sporting events. Michael is survived by his loving wife of 20 years, Jackie (Brown) Henry and their two children, Samantha and Zachary; and his in-laws, Richard & Loretta Brown. He was preceded in death by his grandparents. Visiting hours will be held from 1-3pm and 5:30-7:30pm on Tuesday January 7th in the Hoover Funeral Home & Crematory, 88 Lucy Avenue, Hershey. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:30am on Wednesday January 8th in the St. Joan Arc Roman Catholic Church, 359 W. Areba Ave., Hershey. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Officer M.L. Henry Jr Memorial Fund, C/O Jackie Henry, P.O. Box 716, Hershey PA 17033 Valeria J. Hamilla, 93, widow of Stephen Hamilla, of Chambers Hill, passed away on December 8, 2019. She was born June 4, 1926 in Hiller, PA, daughter of the late Michael and Anna (Kralik) Berdak. She was also preceded in death by son David Hamilla. She is survived by: son, Brian, and wife Denise Hamilla of Chambers Hill; daughters, Gail Zuby of Fresno, CA and Jean Hamilla of Portland, OR. And many grand and great grandchildren. She was Past President of Self Help for The Hard of Hearing, and a volunteer at the Hershey Ronald McDonald House. Visitation will be held Saturday, December 14th from 10:30 am - 11:30 am, in the Hoover Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., Hershey, followed by Mass of Christian Burial being celebrated at Noon in the St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Ave., Hershey. Interment will be private at Fort Indiantown Gap National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Hershey Ronald McDonald House, 745 West Governor Road, Hershey PA 17033. Share condolences and see full obituary at www.hooverfuneralhome.com www.pennlive.com/obits Thomas Lawrence Carney, 18, of Hummelstown, passed away Thursday, February 6, 2020. Born in Hershey, PA, on May 4, 2001, he was the son of Edward M. Carney, Jr. and Lynn K. Carney. Thomas was a senior at Lower Dauphin High School. Thomas enjoyed spending time with his friends and family, and was never afraid to try new things. He participated in lacrosse, baseball, cross country and basketball through his scholastic experience. In addition to his parents, Thomas is survived by his twin sister, Lillian K. Carney; two brothers, Liam M. Carney and Caden E. Carney; and grandparents, Larry and Jan Duckart, and Barbara Carney. A mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, February 15, 2020, at 11:00 AM in St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Avenue, Hershey, with The Rev. Fr. Alfred P. Sceski as celebrant. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Thomas’ name to Lower Dauphin Communities That Care, C/O Angela Durantine, CTC Program Director, 291 E. Main Street, Hummelstown, PA 17036 Trefz & Bowser Funeral Home, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Hummelstown, is handling the arrangements. |
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