Patricia Winfield Cusack, 87, of Hershey passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday, February 13, 2026 at Traditions of Hershey.  


The daughter of Walter and Adelaide (Mentzinger) Winfield, she was born in Bell Harbor, NY on August 3 1938.  She cherished her time in New York with her family and friends, as her many stories and tales revealed.


Pat is survived by her son Tommy  Cusack and Sharon McElroy of Fort Mill, SC;  her son Bill Cusack and his wife Beth of Newtown, PA; her daughter Trish Anderson and her husband David of Hershey, PA;  her grandchildren Erin Cusack,  T.J. Cusack, Brianna Cusack, Lauren Cusack, Kristin Moppin, Taylor Moritz, Tegan Moritz and Karleigh Moritz; and her great-grandchildren Paizley Moppin, Severino Moreno and Delilah Moppin.  And, all of the countless and dear friends who have been a part of the family and her life for many years.  


Pat was a lover of life, her family and the people who surrounded her to the end.  In her lifetime Pat worked with children, as a teacher’s aide at Conewago Elementary and as a volunteer in the cuddler program in the NICU at the Hershey Medical Center.  A lover of the water, especially the ocean, she adored spending time with family and friends at the log cabin at Medford Lakes and the beach house at Sea Isle City in New Jersey.  A connoisseur of a fine  box of wine, Pat enjoyed sipping the spirits on the back porch and dock, the kitchen table and the patio at the beach house with her family and friends and, most especially, during the much anticipated Hen Weekends.


Pat’s thumb was the deepest shade of green.  She loved to garden and she loved her flowers.  She could grow plants and shrubs in all shapes and forms.  She had a huge heart and great sympathies for animals in need, as she adopted several rescue dogs and immediately gave them the love they deserved.  She would always fondly remember and recall the time spent with her husband Tom and their travels throughout the United States and throughout the world.  And...all of those collectibles....we love you mom!


Above all, Pat was dedicated to her Catholic faith, to the very end.  She ardently served each church that she attended and devoted her life to Christ.  A strong believer in prayer, Pat possessed an incredibly strong faith that guided her actions throughout the course of her lifetime.


Pat was preceded in death by her parents, her sisters Adelaide Hock and Joan Yax-Fox, and her husband Thomas F. Cusack Jr.  May they be reunited in Heaven.


A Mass and Celebration of Life will be held at St. Joan of Arc Church, 359 W. Areba Ave., Hershey, PA on Friday, February 20, 2026 at 11:00 a.m.

Kathryn G. Memmi, 97, of   Londonderry Village Palmyra, a former long-time resident of Hershey, passed away on January 13, 2026.


She was born April 10, 1928 in Lebanon, daughter of the late John and Helen (Mauer) Gilbert.  She graduated from Fredericksburg High School.  


Kathryn was a renowned cook and worked for over 30 years years with her late husband, August Memmi, supervising packaging and sales at the family's G. Memmi and Sons Bakery of Hershey.  She was also very active with St. Joan of Arc Church in Hershey, where she served as a Life Member and former President of the Council of Catholic Women, as well as a former President of the Hershey-Lebanon Deanery and Diocesan CCWs. She was also instrumental in the establishment of St. Joan of Arc’s Heart of the Parish building and its related fund. In her youth, Kathryn volunteered as an airplane spotter with Civil Air Patrol at Fort Indiantown Gap and worked as an operator of the newspaper store at Hotel Hershey, where she met August to whom she was married for 50 plus years. She was an elected Republican Committee Woman of the Third Precinct in Derry Township for nearly 40 years and was a life-long voter, who did not miss voting in either municipal or general election for 75 consecutive years


Kathryn is survived by her children, August T. “Skip” Memmi, Jr. (Diane), Donna Memmi Malpezzi (Daniel), and John Memmi (Molly); grandchildren, Kathryn, Sarah (Kyle), Sean and Ian (Lauren); and great-granddaughters McKenna and Reagan.


She was preceded in death by her husband, August T Memmi, Sr., and siblings, Vivian Shaud, John Gilbert, Lt. Col. Eugene Gilbert and Patricia Smith


Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, January 16, 2026 at 11AM in the St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church.  The family will begin receiving guests at 10AM.  Interment will follow in the Hershey Cemetery.

Ruth E. Wieger Miller, 83, of Hershey, passed away Wednesday, December 10, 2025, in her home surrounded by her loving family.


Born in Harrisburg on November 10, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Gilbert L. and Edna S. Sisley Wieger.


Ruth was a graduate of Bishop McDevitt High School. She retired from Maryland Casualty Insurance where she served as an accountant, then worked for Hartman Toyota in accounting. Ruth was an excellent cook and made the best chicken pot pie. She was also known for her sand tarts. Ruth enjoyed taking care of her many cats, but most of all, taking care of her husband and family was her greatest passion.


Ruth is survived by her husband, Keith L. Miller; her son, Michael A. Miller (Dorothy) of Hummelstown; four grandchildren, Shannon Gingrich (Ryon) of Palmyra, Daniel Miller of Hershey, Matthew Miller of Middletown, and Leah Miller Rodenberger (Austin) of Lansdale; two great grandchildren, Aidyn and Braden Gingrich with one more on the way; and her sister, Helen Wieger of Harrisburg.


In addition to her parents, Ruth was preceded in death by a sister, Edna Megoulas.


A viewing will be held in the Trefz & Bowser Funeral Home, Inc., 114 West Main Street, Hummelstown on December 16, 2025, from 10 AM to 11 AM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday at 11:30 AM in the Saint Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Avenue, Hershey. Interment will be in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery.

Susan Gayle (Leonard) Gasper, 76, of Harrisburg, passed away peacefully at home with family by her side on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. She was born on September 12, 1949 to the late Jack E. Leonard, Sr., and Clara Jean (Carlisle) Leonard. She is survived by her loving husband of almost 50 years, Alfred Gasper.
Sue was the proud owner of the Park Side Hotel for 47 years, a place she poured her heart into until selling it in 2023. Through those decades, she created far more than a business, she created a community. She welcomed everyone who walked through the doors, offering not just hospitality but genuine care, guidance, and friendship. To many, she became a mother figure, someone who listened, encouraged, and loved without hesitation.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by her children, Denise Colone and husband Bernie and Shelly Depalmer and husband Mark; grandchildren, Jillian and Gabriel Colone and Zackary and Emily Depalmer; and sister Dianne Balckburn. She is predeceased by her brother Jack Leonard.
A devoted Eagles fan, Sue brought her trademark enthusiasm to every game, cheering loud and celebrating every win with the same warmth she brought to everyday life. Loved by so many, she had a gift for making people feel seen, valued, and at home.
Above all else, Sue adored her grandchildren. They were the light of her life, and she cherished every moment she spent with them. Her legacy of love, strength, and generosity will live on through her family, her community, and the countless lives she touched.
A mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, November 24, 2025 at 11AM at St Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 359 W. Areba Ave., Hershey. A time of visitation will be held from 10AM until the start of the service. Burial will follow the service at Hershey Cemetery, Hershey.

Ercoli J. DiVittore, 98, a life-long resident of Hershey, passed away on November 4, 2025 at home.  Born July 27, 1927 in Swatara Station/Hershey, he was a son of the late Dominic and Catherine (Andrione) DiVittore.


Ercoli retired from Hershey Foods as a Maintenance Supervisor, he served during WWII in the U.S. Army Air Forces and was a member of St. Joan of Arc Church.


Mr. DiVittore is survived by; daughters, Julianne (Adi) Horrell and Lisa (Mark Malachosky) DiVittore; son, Steven  (Rose) DiVittore; grandchildren, Jennifer Whary (Eric) Maurer, Karen Patton (Kara) McShane, Matthew E. (Krista) DiVittore, Ashley Patton (Joseph) Dellasega, Thomas DiVittore, Aaron (Leslie) DiVittore, Emily DiVittore, John Paul (Berlin) DiVittore; great grandchildren, Eric and Kevin Maurer, Blaire Dellasega, Adeline Campbell, Desmond and Ignatius DiVittore, and great-great-grandchildren, Vivian, Emilia and Evelyn Maurer.


In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Rose Pavone DiVittore, daughter Kathryn Whary; and brothers, Emilio, Fiore, Armando and Anthony DiVittore.


Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 11AM at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Ave., Hershey.  The family will begin receiving guests at 10AM.  Interment with military honors will be in the Indiantown Gap National Cemetery .

Regina  Ann Smith, 85, formerly of Country Meadows of Hershey, passed away on October 20, 2025 in the Emerald Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Elizabethtown. She was born October 18, 1940 in Philadelphia, PA, daughter of the late Ruggerio DiPietro  and Emma (Pirato) Joss .


Regina was a graduate of the Lower Camden County Regional High School, Lindenwood NJ. She retired as a sales clerk from Boscov's Department Store in 2013.  Regina was an active Avon sales woman for years throughout the Manheim Township area in Lancaster county and active in catholic church bazaars and the Crop Walk held at the Lancaster Greek Orthodox Church.


She was the widow of Bernard L. Smith. Surviving are her children: sons, Stephen W. Hurley of Middletown and David W. Hurley of Fresno, CA; daughter, Brenda Gravel of Lancaster, sister, Linda Joss-Dyke of Wilmington, NY, sister, Margaret Johnson-Dislevy of Orlando, FL, and 8 grandchildren.


Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 11:00am in the St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 359 W. Areba Avenue, Hershey. Inurnment will be at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery following the Mass.  Visitation will be from 10:30am until time of the mass.

Barbara Lou (Miller) Mandes, a resident of Traditions of Hershey and long-time Hershey resident, passed away on 25 October, 2025.
She was born July 7, 1930 in Altoona, daughter of the late William and Dorothy (Kinzer) Miller.


Barbara dedicated much of her life to raising her family, along with her late husband, Hugo. She was a member of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church and sang in the Adult Choir for over 30 years as well as the Resurrection Choir; and was a member of the Prayer Shawl Group.


Barbara is survived by her sons, Ted (Donna ) Mandes, James (Cindy) Mandes, daughters, Theresa (Chip) Cain, Gina (Greg ) Mumaw; 13 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren and 2 great, great grandchildren.


In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Hugo R. Mandes; sons, John David Mandes and Anthony Joseph Mandes; and brother, David S. Miller.


Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, 29 October at 1:00 p.m. in St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Ave., Hershey. The family will begin receiving guests for visitation at Noon.  


Barbara will be privately interred in the Indiantown Gap National Cemetery in Annville.

Daniel Joseph Carroll, 56, of Norfolk, VA, passed away on October 17, 2025.


Born in 1969 in Fayetteville, NC, Daniel was the son of Daniel F. Carroll and Jane Carroll. He was raised in Harrisburg, PA, and attended Bishop McDevitt High School before going on to graduate from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, PA. Dan also earned his Masters degree from Georgetown University.


Dan worked at the Harrisburg Patriot News and the PA Dental Association through high school and after college, becoming a fixture in downtown Harrisburg and creating friendships that lasted through his final days. He served with honor in the U.S. Army National Guard, at Ft. Indiantown Gap and armories around Southeastern PA. The military then became a full-time career where he rose to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel before retiring in 2020. 


Daniel is survived by his beloved wife, Susan Vasko, and her son, Nando Orfanelli of York, PA. He is also survived by his parents, Jane Carroll, of Hershey, PA and Daniel F. Carroll and his wife, Gail Carroll of Murrell’s Inlet, SC. He is also survived by his sister, Theresa (Carroll) Philipp, her husband, Stephen Philipp, of Limerick, PA, niece, Katelyn, and nephew, Zach. He is also survived by his mother-in-law, Pat Daly of Harrisburg, PA and niece, Emily Kelly of Harrisburg, PA and nephew, Kyle Kelly of Norfolk, VA.


Daniel treasured the brotherhood he found as a member of Zeta Beta Tau at Duquesne University and maintained close ties with many of his fraternity brothers throughout his life.


Dan will be remembered for the love he showed to family, friends, and his dog Manchego. He brought fun and happiness to all around him and his legacy of loyalty, service, and integrity will live on in the hearts of those who knew him.


A memorial mass will be held by the family at 11:00 am on October 25, 2025, at St. Joan of Arc Church in Hershey PA.

​Lena Manari, 97, of  Hershey, passed away on October 18, 2025 at Harmony of Hershey. She was born March 7, 1928 in Myerstown and was the last surviving child of the eight children born to the late Domenic and Mary (Dijulia) Doris.


Throughout her life, Lena was a homemaker who enjoyed cooking, sewing, painting and most importantly taking care of her family. She was a member of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church in Hershey and the Hershey Country Club.


She was the widow of Raymond F. Manari, Sr. Surviving are her son and daughter in law, Ray F. Manari, Jr. and wife, Roslyn of Palmyra; two grandaughters, Christen Manari of Abbottstown and Courtney Phillippy, wife of Brandon of Middletown.


Services will be private with interment following in the Hershey Cemetery.


In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 359 West Areba Avenue, Hershey PA 17033. Please share condolences at www.hooverfuneralhome.com