Eternal Life
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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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 Patricia Bray, 76, of Hummelstown, entered eternal life on Saturday, December 31st at the Hershey Medical Center.
She was the wife of Dr. John Bray, who preceded her in death, and a devoted and loving sister, aunt, and friend. She is survived by her brother, Chuck Kray and wife Sara of Hershey, brother-in-law William Metherell of Harrisburg, nieces Lori Riddle of Hummelstown and Sandra Kray Blannett and husband Chadd of Hershey, nephews Tim Fake and wife Janet of Elizabethtown, David Kray and wife Cecilia of Hershey, and Michael Kray of Seattle. Pat was also preceded in death by her father and mother, Stanley and Irene Kray of Palmyra, and sister Marilyn Metherell of Harrisburg. Pat was born in Cleveland, Ohio, and moved to Palmyra in 1961. She graduated nursing school from St. Alexis Hospital and worked as an RN at Polyclinic Hospital, where she met her husband. Together they were avid dog lovers, and enjoyed raising and showing many dogs over the years. They loved to travel the world as well as spend time at their home in Myrtle Beach. Pat also enjoyed reading, knitting, volunteering at Nye Elementary School, and most of all, spending time with her family and lifelong friends. One of Pat's greatest joys was following the activities and accomplishments of her nieces, nephews, and their children. Her sense of humor was infectious, and she was always able to make those around her happy and help fill a room with laughter. Pat was caring, concerned, and an integral part of so many lives. Pat is a member of St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Avenue in Hershey, where Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday January 4th at 11:00AM. Visitation will be from 10:15AM until time of Mass at the church. Burial will be in Hershey Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital , the American Lung Association , or the Humane Society of Harrisburg. Share condolences with the family at www.hooverfuneralhome.com Source: http://obits.pennlive.com/obituaries/pennlive/obituary-print.aspx?n=patricia-bray&pid=183287857
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 Edward J. Kelly, 86, of Hershey, passed away Thursday, December 29, 2016 in The Gardens at Campbelltown.
Born March 3, 1930 in Pottsville, he was a son of the late Edward and Margaret (Boyle) Kelly and was also preceded in death by siblings Jean Gretsky, Thomas Kelly, and Eileen Geary. A member of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, Hershey, he was a U.S. Army Captain serving in the Korean War. He owned his own business as a Combustion Consultant to major steel mills worldwide and was a former Vice President of Hauck Manufacturing, Cleona. Surviving are his wife of 65 years, Mary L. (Dunnigan) Kelly; children Patricia Langley of Wilmington, Delaware, Edward, husband of Diane Kelly of East Granby, Connecticut, Kathy Black of Palmyra and Michael, husband of Kathy Kelly of Palmyra; and grandchildren Daniel Langley, Jonathan Kelly, Katie Kelly, Kevin Kelly, and Christina Kelly. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 12:30 PM Tuesday, January 3, 2017 at his church, 359 West Areba Avenue, Hershey, preceded by a viewing beginning at 11:30 AM at the church. Interment, with military honors, will be in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice for All Seasons, 280 South Hill Drive, Grantville, PA 17028 or St. Joan of Arc, 359 West Areba Avenue, Hershey, PA 17033 (Memorial Gifts can be made online here). Source: http://obits.pennlive.com/obituaries/pennlive/obituary-print.aspx?n=edward-j-kelly&pid=183266739  Edward K. Bott, 68, of Campbelltown, Pennsylvania, passed Friday, December 23, 2016 at home in the loving arms of his family.
He was the husband of Candy (Papich) Bott. He is survived by sons, Brian Bott, husband of Ashley Bott, of Palmyra, and Michael Bott, husband of Tara Bott, of Georgetown, Delaware; and his grandchildren, Pia Bott and Makenzie Bott. Ed is also survived by his sister Amelia Forester of Palmyra; his brother, James Bott of South Carolina; and several nieces and nephews. Born in Hershey, Pennsylvania, Ed was the son of the late James (McGuigan) Bott and Julia (Krynitsky) Bott. Ed was a member of Saint Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, Hershey. He was an avid fisherman and gardener. Above all, his family was most important and gave him the greatest joy in life. He served in the United States Air Force in Thailand during the Vietnam War and entered into a career as a cardiovascular technician following his service. The family will receive relatives and friends Friday, December 30, 2016 from 10:15-11:15 a.m. in Saint Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Avenue, Hershey, Pa. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in Saint Joan of Arc Church following the visitation at 11:30 a.m. Entombment with Military Honors will follow at Gethsemane Cemetery, Laureldale, Berks County. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested contributions may be made to: www.pawoundedwarriors.org/opportunities/donating. Source: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/readingeagle/obituary-print.aspx?n=edward-bott&pid=183215653  William J. Butch, 62, of Dauphin and formerly of Hershey, passed away as the sun set on December 21, 2016 at Harrisburg Hospital with his loved ones surrounding him. Born May 18, 1954 in Hershey, he was the son of the late Joseph P. Butch, Sr. and Effie C. (Croci) Butch.
Bill was a devoted and loving husband to Jennifer E. (Irwin) Butch, father to Ryan N. Butch, Nicholas I. Butch, Elizabeth Butch Ryglicki (husband, Jason Ryglicki), brother to Joseph P. Butch, Jr. (wife, Betty), James L. Butch, dec. (wife, Jean), and Mary J. Butch, uncle, and friend to many. He enjoyed spending time with his puppy, Buffy, and his grand dogs, Wookie and Kona. Bill was a member of the 1972 graduating class at Hershey High School and an alumnus of Penn State University. He retired from the federal government after 37 years of service as a program manager for the Department of Defense at both the Mechanicsburg and New Cumberland Depots. In 2014, Bill returned to his passion of selling real estate. He was a lifelong athlete, enjoying many games of baseball, basketball, football, and countless rounds of golf. He was also an avid biker, hiker, kayaker, and fisherman who was always in search of the big catch. Visitation will be held Tuesday, December 27th from 5:00 pm-7:00 pm and also on Wednesday, December 28th from 9:30 am-10:30 am in the Hoover Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., Route 422 & Lucy Avenue in Hershey. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, December 28th at 11:00 am in the St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Ave., Hershey. Interment will be private in the Hershey Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorial contributions be made to Penn State Pulmonary Research. Checks payable to Penn State, Attn: University Development, P.O. Box 852, Hershey, PA 17033. Source: http://obits.pennlive.com/obituaries/pennlive/obituary-print.aspx?n=bill-butch&pid=183199093  Rudolph "Rudy" R. Sonni, 94, of Hershey passed away on Monday, December 19, 2016, bringing a peaceful close to a lifetime devoted to his family.
Rudy was the second of five children born to Giovanni and Rose Sonni on March 9, 1922 in Plumville, PA. Rudy met his beloved wife Della (Zaccagnini) the night he dined at her family's restaurant. They celebrated their 70thh wedding anniversary this year. Della often said, "Rudy is the kindest, gentlest man that ever lived." Together they raised six children, Randi (Bob) Mazzoni; Jacqueline (Chuck) Sludden; Barbara (Tom) Ensminger; Thomas (Sharon) Sonni; Lawrence Sonni; and Rosemary (Mike) Walsh, who awaits her dad in heaven. Rudy and Della were blessed to be surrounded by their adoring fourteen grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren. Rudy is survived by his loving brother, Sam Sonni and sisters-in-law Julie Sonni, Dee Sonni, Vera D'Amelio and many nieces and nephews. Mr. Sonni was a proud veteran of World War II and a retired systems analyst for the federal government. He was a dedicated member of St. Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, serving in many volunteer roles. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11am on Thursday, December 22nd at St. Joan of Arc Church, 359 West Areba Avenue, Hershey. At Rudy's request there will not be a viewing. Interment with military honors will be Friday at the Fort Indiantown Gap National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to The Rose Grant Scholarship Fund at Lebanon Catholic School, 1400 Chestnut Avenue, Lebanon, PA 17042. Rudy's family would like to express our deepest gratitude for the kindness given to our dad by his caregivers. Source: http://obits.pennlive.com/obituaries/pennlive/obituary-print.aspx?n=rudolph-r-sonni&pid=183152329
After a very rich life of 100 years, Velvia Fischer passed away on Dec. 9, 2016. She was born in Cornwall, Pennsylvania to Giocando and Maria Barbini. She was predeceased by her husband Joseph and siblings: Bill (wife Mary) Barbini, Bert (husband Ron) Kane, Faye Barbini, Vera (husband Kelly) Callaghan, and Lee (husband Dick) Willis.
She had many interests and participated in many organizations, but Girls Scouts was dearest to her heart. Not only was she a leader for many years, but was also on the local Girl Scout Council. She was proud to be involved in the development of Camp Catherine in Hershey. Mrs. Fischer was an amazing woman of many talents and great warmth. Her family feels blessed that she was part of their lives for so long. She will continue to be forever in their hearts. She was survived by four children. She enjoyed speaking Italian with her son James (wife Ruth) Fischer, watching her son Andy (wife Jean Marie) Fischer play bocce, and cruising with her daughters Barbara Cotter and Kathy (husband Ray) Brown. At age 97, she started playing bocce at the Hershey Italian Club with Jean Marie. She was also survived by six grandchildren: Rick (wife Lydia Cotter), Pat (wife Bonnie) Cotter, Beverly (husband Jodi) Griffor, Erica Brown, Drew and Matt Fischer; as well as five great grandchildren: Sadi Cotter, Aiden and Emily Cotter, and Daniel and Jason Griffor. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00am on Wednesday, December 14th at St Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Avenue in Hershey. Per Velvia's request, there will be no visitation or viewing. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Camp Catherine, Derry Township Camping Association, Inc. at 1275 Swatara Road, Hershey, PA 17033. Source: http://obits.pennlive.com/obituaries/pennlive/obituary-print.aspx?n=velvia-fischer&pid=183068987
Frances M. Ritter, 95, of Hershey, passed away Sunday, December 4, 2016 at Spring Creek Care Center, Harrisburg.
She was the daughter of the late Salvador and Mary Pugliese; and preceded in death by her husband, Harry M. Ritter; a son, Harry R. Ritter; grandsons, Justin and Matthew Ritter; sisters, Ida Angler and Lucy Boone; and a brother, Ralph Pugliese. Surviving are 2 sons, Barry (Sandy), of Mechanicsburg and Robert (Kathy), of Harrisburg; 9 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and 6 great-great-grandchildren. Funeral Service will be held at 11:30 AM Thursday, December 8, 2016 in Neill Funeral Home, 3501 Derry St., Harrisburg, Rev. Steven Arena, officiating. Burial will be at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery. A viewing will be held from 10:30 AM Thursday until the time of the service at the funeral home. Source: http://obits.pennlive.com/obituaries/pennlive/obituary.aspx?n=frances-m-ritter&pid=182999448&fhid=4022  Mary A. Vieli Whisler, 88, of Middletown, formerly of Hershey, passed away on Thursday, November 17, 2016 at home. Born December 8, 1927, in Hershey, she was the daughter of the late Pietro and Theresa Gasper.
Mary retired from Hershey Foods with over 22 years of service and was a lifelong member of the St. Joan of Arc Church in Hershey. Surviving are her son Michael Vieli of Middletown; daughters Rebecca Caruso and husband David of Hershey; Jo-Ann Vieli of Hershey; and Ann-Marie Rudewicz of Harrisburg; 4 grandchildren, Carly Caruso of Middletown, Paul Rudewicz of Harrisburg, Staff Sergeant Tyler Caruso of Quantico, VA, and Bryce Caruso of Hershey; and 2 great grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, November 25, 2016 at 10:30 am in her church. Interment will be in the Indiantown Gap National Cemetery in Annville. There will be no visitation. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Mary's honor to St. Joan of Arc Church, 359 W. Areba Ave., Hershey, PA 17033. Source: http://obits.pennlive.com/obituaries/pennlive/obituary-print.aspx?n=mary-a-vieli-whisler&pid=182664760 |
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305 West Areba Ave. Hershey, PA 17033 Phone: 717.533.7168 Fax: 717.520.0526 Email: office@stjoanhershey.org |
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