Arthur, John H.

(July 26, 1941 - July 4, 2022)

ARTHUR, Dr. John H., passed away peacefully on July 4th, 2022, at the age of 80 in his home with his loving family by his side.

John was born in Lawrence, Massachusetts on July 26, 1941, to the late Janet (Innes) and George Whitehouse Arthur. His brother, Dr. George W. Arthur predeceased him.

John attended Vermont Academy in Saxtons River, Vermont, where he was an honor student and developed his lifelong love of skiing. He graduated from Tufts University and went on to attend the University of Vermont College of Medicine. During his internship in Medicine at the Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse, New York he met his wife of 54 years, Helga. As a medical officer in the United States Navy, he served at Camp LeJeune in North Carolina and on the flag ship, USS Little Rock with the 6th Fleet in the Mediterranean Sea. It is there, in Italy that John and Helga developed their love of travel, returning to Italy many times, even on their 50th anniversary.

In 1970 John and Helga returned to Massachusetts and John completed his residency in Internal Medicine and Fellowship in Cardiology at Boston University, Massachusetts General Hospital and the Texas Heart Institute.

He went on to a successful practice in Cardiology in Hyannis, Massachusetts and was instrumental and worked tirelessly in helping to develop the highest standards for the Cardiac Care Unit at Cape Cod Hospital.

John was a well-respected physician and will be remembered for his knowledgeable and compassionate approach toward his patients.

ARTHUR, Dr. John H., passed away peacefully on July 4th, 2022, at the age of 80 in his home with his loving family by his side.

John was born in Lawrence, Massachusetts on July 26, 1941, to the late Janet (Innes) and George Whitehouse Arthur. His brother, Dr. George W. Arthur predeceased him.

John attended Vermont Academy in Saxtons River, Vermont, where he was an honor student and developed his lifelong love of skiing. He graduated from Tufts University and went on to attend the University of Vermont College of Medicine. During his internship in Medicine at the Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse, New York he met his wife of 54 years, Helga. As a medical officer in the United States Navy, he served at Camp LeJeune in North Carolina and on the flag ship, USS Little Rock with the 6th Fleet in the Mediterranean Sea. It is there, in Italy that John and Helga developed their love of travel, returning to Italy many times, even on their 50th anniversary.

In 1970 John and Helga returned to Massachusetts and John completed his residency in Internal Medicine and Fellowship in Cardiology at Boston University, Massachusetts General Hospital and the Texas Heart Institute.

He went on to a successful practice in Cardiology in Hyannis, Massachusetts and was instrumental and worked tirelessly in helping to develop the highest standards for the Cardiac Care Unit at Cape Cod Hospital.

John was a well-respected physician and will be remembered for his knowledgeable and compassionate approach toward his patients.

Along with his passion for skiing with his family and travelling, he was most joyful when boating on the waters of Nantucket Sound with many dear friends and family.

John is survived by his wife of 54 years Helga Arthur, daughters Christina Arthur Kinch and her finance Jeff Ellis (Naples, Florida), Lisa Donlan Arthur and her wife Michele Farrelly (Denver, Colorado) and his beloved granddaughters Carli and Chloe Kinch, and four nephews and a niece.

Along with his passion for skiing with his family and travelling, he was most joyful when boating on the waters of Nantucket Sound with many dear friends and family.

John is survived by his wife of 54 years Helga Arthur, daughters Christina Arthur Kinch and her finance Jeff Ellis (Naples, Florida), Lisa Donlan Arthur and her wife Michele Farrelly (Denver, Colorado) and his beloved granddaughters Carli and Chloe Kinch, and four nephews and a niece.

( Posted on Little Rock website 9/27/2022 )

Aurand, David Lee

(June 15, 1947 - March 16, 2023)

AURAND, David Lee, 75, of Springfield, passed away peacefully Thursday, March 16, 2023 at the Ohio Masonic Home in Springfield, OH.

David was born June 15, 1947 in Columbus, OH. He graduated from Mifflin High School in 1965. He attended The Ohio State University, until he enlisted in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. Throughout his enlistment, he served as the ship photographer and sang in the Blue Jacket Choir. He held many jobs throughout his life, including sales (Western Southern, Rikes, Click Camera, Tractor Supply), freelance photography and owning a photography business (Miami Valley Photo) in Dayton, OH.

He was known to be quiet, gentle and kind. He loved nature, fishing, photography, playing musical instruments (piano, guitar, trombone) and singing.

David is survived by his two daughters and sons-in-law: Kristin (Darrel) Gray of Enon, OH and Julie (Brent) Giffen of Panama City, FL; his five grandchildren: Travis Gray, Kalee (Aaron) Leciejewski, Grace Giffen, Tyler Gray, and Carter Giffen; his former wife of 24 years, Donna (Robert) Curtin of Fairborn, OH; two brothers Michael (Susan) Aurand of Gahanna, OH, and Steven Aurand of Okeechobee, Florida, along with three nephews, many friends and his loving caregivers at The Ohio Masonic Home. He was preceded in death by his parents: Marvin and Velma Aurand of Westerville, OH, and beloved sister-in-law, Valerie Aurand, of Centerburg, OH.

( Posted on Little Rock website 3/21/2023 )

Bowman, Vollie J.

(February 5, 1949 - August 10, 2022)

BOWMAN, Vollie James, Jr., 73 of Rossville, GA passed away Wednesday, August 10th, 2022.

Vollie was born in Hixson, TN and a graduated from Hixson High School where he was a member of the Future Farmers of America club. He was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church and a proud US Navy Veteran. Vollie retired after almost 20 years of service as a fabricator for Aztec.

He enjoyed fishing, boating, animals, NASCAR, cheering on the Braves, and old hot rods. Vollie's love for hot rods was seen through his dedicated membership in the local "Still Alive and Cruisin" car club. Everyone who knew Vollie loved him. He was kind, loving, gentle, quiet, and never complained. He was affectionately known as "Papa Bear," and will be most remembered for his caring personality.

Vollie was preceded in death by his wife and the love of his life, Lorene Bowman; parents, Vollie, Sr. and Mary Bowman; and beloved cats, Miss Blossom and Boots.

Survivors include his daughters: Janet "Jan" Beach (Wayne Westbury), Linda Free, and Joan Free (Rick Prater); son, Jimmy Free; granddaughter, Michele Dastmalchi; grandsons, James (Sebrina) Free, Kevin (Danielle) Free, Shawn (Catherina) Beach, Joshua Dastmalchi (Haylie Heamee); several great grandchildren; sisters, Billie Jo "Muffin" Amberson, Martha Maxwell, and Mary Clifford; best friends, Larry Wilson, Derrick Blevins, and Mike Groeper; several nieces and nephews; and fur baby, Miss Sandy.

( Posted on Little Rock website 10/22/2022 )

Boyte, Joseph F.

(July 29, 1940 - April 15, 2023)

BOYTE, Joseph Flynn, age 82, of Yuma, AZ, passed away on Apr. 15, 2023 at Yuma Regional Medical Center.

He was born Jul. 29, 1940 in Ward, AR.

Joseph was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He was an Engineer for U.S. Government .

Arrangements and cremation were entrusted to and handled by Desert Valley Mortuary & Crematory.

( Posted on Little Rock website 5/4/2023 )

Evans, Charles E.

(August 23, 1940 - January 8, 2022)

Evans, Charles E. "Chuck", 81, died peacefully at home on Saturday morning, January 8, 2022. Born on August 23, 1940, the son of the late James and Eleanor Evans. Chuck is survived by his son, Ethan of Sacramento, Calif., his two loving grandchildren, Jonathan and Sam, his sister, Ginny McIver of Englewood, Fla., and his cousins, Penny and Steve Porter of Erie. Many cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Susan (Magenau), his eldest son, Eric, and siblings Doris and Bobbie.

Chuck loved Erie – the lake, the peninsula, the Greek Festival, and the local hockey teams going all the way back to the Blades at the Field House through the Otters of today. He gave of his time and talents through work with various organizations throughout his life in Erie—West Lake Fire Department, Erie Hotline, Volunteers in Probation, Shriners Hospital, and the Erie City Mission to name a few. He served his country in the U.S. Navy through active duty and reserve from 1959-1965 and later volunteered as a member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary. He spent countless Saturdays and literally thousands of hours with the men and women of Coast Guard Station Erie, covering watch and answering calls for help. At the Coast Guard and throughout the community, Chuck served formally and informally as mentor and trusted friend to many people. As one man recently reflected, "He was a beacon of hope who helped me out of the mess I was in as a kid." In all of this, Chuck would humbly remark, "I simply go where I am sent."

A graduate of Providence Country Day School and Nichols College in Massachusetts, he was a trained accountant, but took an early risk, going into computers, initially at Baldwin Brothers and then retiring from a long career at the Erie Daily Times as Director of Data Processing. Chuck spoke French fluently, which came in handy on a week-long bicycle trip in France. He also spoke a little Spanish and a few words of at least six other languages. He is well-known for his many stories, jokes, and even a few dirty limericks. Chuck has been to countless concerts from Iron Maiden (as the only dad willing to chaperone his son Eric and his friends) to the Erie Philharmonic and the Grateful Dead with his wife. He loved to travel and especially drive. He and Sue visited all fifty states and all Canadian provinces and territories; he cruised through the Panama Canal, and visited Mexico, the Caribbean, and over a dozen European and Mediterranean countries.

Friends may call on Sunday, January 16th at the Kloecker Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 2502 Sassafras St., Erie, PA 16502 from 9 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. and are invited to the Funeral Service on Sunday at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 2216 Peach St. at 1 p.m. Send condolences to www.kloeckerfuneralhome.com. Burial will be private. The family is requesting that all visitors please wear a mask.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Presque Isle Partnership, https://www.discoverpi.com/support, 301 Peninsula Drive, Erie, PA 16505, West Lake Fire Department, https://westlakefiredepartment.com/donations, 3762 West Lake Road, Erie, PA 16505, or St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 2216 Peach Street, Erie, PA 16502.

( Posted on Little Rock website 5/20/2022 )

Frudden, Mark P.

(1928 - January 9, 2023)

FRUDDEN, Mark Perrin, age 95, of San Diego, California passed away on Monday, January 9, 2023.

"Rear Admiral Mark P. Frudden (Retired) passed away in his home in San Diego, Ca.

Mark was the Executive Officer of the Littlerock from 1969-1970 while it was homeported in Gaeta, Italy. Mark graduated from the US Naval Academy in 1950 and retired 30 year later in 1980, making his final home in San Diego."

( Posted on Little Rock website 1/28/2023 )

Gammell, John A.

(1953 - February 20, 2023)

GAMMELL, John A. of Chesterfield Virginia passed away on February 20th, 2023, at 70 years old.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Ralph M. Gammell and Marjorie A. O'Connell. He is survived by his wife, Susan Gammell; children, Megan Mershon (Fred), Michael Gammell (Naomi); his sisters, Eileen Gowin (Lee) and Meredith Thornton (Bill); his grandchildren, Caitlin Quinlan, Keaghan Gammell, Austin Mershon and Finley Gammell along with many nieces and nephews.

John proudly served 4 years in the United States Navy and retired from the McGuire Veterans Hospital as a Lead Boiler Technician with a total of 41 years of government service.

John was a loving son, brother, husband, father, uncle and friend. His love and his legacy will forever go on in the smiles and laughter of his family and friends. He will be greatly missed!

A celebration of life will be held Monday, April 3rd, 2023 at Berea Baptist Church 15421 Pouncey Tract Rd Rockville, VA 23146 from 4-6pm.

( Posted on Little Rock website 2/28/2023 )

Hetzel, Jerry W.

(November 20, 1943 - August 29, 2022)

HETZEL, Jerry W., age 78, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away at Vienna Springs in Dayton, after a lengthy battle with dementia on Monday, August 29, 2022.

Jerry was born and raised in Dayton, Ohio, to the late Frank and Elsie (Schwebel) Hetzel. He is a 1962 graduate of Wilbur Wright High School and served in the Navy on the USS Little Rock. Jerry retired from Duriron/Floserve Corporation after 32 years of service.

He is also preceded in death by his brother Jack Hetzel. Jerry is survived by his wife of 53 years, Diane (Kemper) Hetzel, their sons: Andrew (Kristi) Hetzel of Cookeville, TN, and Joe Hetzel of New Lebanon, OH; two grandchildren Jacob Hetzel of Kettering, OH, and Katie Hetzel of Cookeville, TN; sisters-in-law Jean Nienhaus, Gretchen Kemper and Shirley Hetzel all of Dayton, OH; brother-in-law Frank Kemper of Dayton, OH; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and longtime friend Gerald Studebaker of Beavercreek, OH.

Jerry's family would like to thank all the volunteers and community for their help with the successful rescue of Jerry, after being missing for several days in October of 2021, which alloted us extra time with him.

Family will receive friends Wednesday, September 7, 2022, at the TOBIAS FUNERAL HOME - Beavercreek Chapel from 10:00AM until time of service at 11:30AM. Burial will follow in the Beaver Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions contributions can be made in Jerry's memory to North Star Search and Recovery of Cincinnati.

( Posted on Little Rock website 9/9/2022 )

Hinckley, Robert G.

(June 15, 1937 - September 26, 2022)

HINCKLEY, Robert G. of Holland, NY passed away on Monday, September 26, 2022 at the Jennie B. Richmond Nursing Home in Springville, NY at the age of 85.

He was born June 15, 1937 in Wellsville, NY a son of the late Edward and Rowena (Wilkins) Hinckley. He was a United States Navy Veteran and served from 1957-1962. He was also a member of the U.S.S. Little Rock Association as well as a member of the Protection United Methodist Church in Holland. He enjoyed woodworking.

He was an electrician for Republic Steel in Buffalo and had also worked at Blue Seal in Arcade.

His wife, Mary "Arlene" (Purdy) Hinckley whom he married on October 2, 1965 in Sandusky, NY, passed away on August 27, 2018.

He is survived by his children: Glenn (Tina) Hinckley of Arcade, Michael (Jennifer) Hinckley of Delevan, Jerry Bennett of Delevan, Dennis (Lisa) Bennett of Dalton, and Clayton (Deborah) Bennett of Sardinia; his sister, Sheila (John) Rotchild of Florida; his sister-in-law, Marylind Purdy of Holland; also survived by 12 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents and his wife, he is preceded in death by his step-father, Norton Barnes.

Friends may call on Wednesday, September 28, 2022 from 2PM-4PM and 6PM-8PM at the W.S. Davis Funeral Home, 358 Main St., Arcade, where a Funeral Service will be held Thursday, September 29, 2022 at 10AM with Rev. Wilbur Pollock officiating. Final interment with military honors will follow in Curriers Cemetery, Arcade.

Memorials may be made to the Protection United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 286 Holland, NY 14080.

( Posted on Little Rock website 10/3/2022 )

Hopple, Ronald C.

(March 7, 1941 - October 23, 2022)

HOPPLE, Roandl Charles, 81, of Clear Lake City, TX passed away on October 23rd, 2022, peacefully in his sleep. Ronald was born to Charles and Mae Hopple in Harrisburg, PA on March 7th, 1941. He grew up in his hometown of Williamstown, PA, graduating from Williamstown High School in 1959. While growing up in Williamstown he played football in school and was also an avid hunter and fisherman.

Ron joined the United States Marine Corps right out of high school in 1959. During his active-duty career, he was Expeditionary Forces into the Congo, a Combat Marine in Vietnam, Marine Detachment Gunnery Sergeant aboard the USS Little Rock, 6th Fleet Flagship ported out of Gaeta, Italy, and numerous other posts until 1970. During his post to Trinidad, British West Indies, Ron met and married the love of his life, Madge Carter in 1962 and later had two sons, Duane and Christopher.

While serving in Vietnam, Ron received the Purple Heart after being injured in combat. He received numerous medals, ribbons, and citations during his distinguished Marine career. After leaving active duty, he continued as a Marine Reservist based out of Philadelphia Naval Yard, Philadelphia, PA for about 8 years.

After leaving the Marines, Ron joined Gulf Oil in Philadelphia, PA in 1970, starting his next career in the oil industry. His oil career took off, taking him and the family overseas once again, to Saudi Arabia with Arabian American Oil Company (ARAMCO) where he was a Supervisor at Berri NGL gas plant. After leaving ARAMCO, he returned to the United States with his family. Ron became a Commissioning/Decommissioning Specialist for such companies as KBR, Haliburton, and many others which once again had him travelling the world until he retired in 2012.

While living in Clear Lake City, TX, Ron joined the Knights of Columbus St. Bernadette Council 10959. Ron became a 4th Degree Knight and was a charter member of Fr. Titus Brandsma Assembly 2772. He served as Commander of the 4th Degree for many years as well as held the office of Trustee. He later moved to Mary Queen Council 8494. As a Knight of Columbus, Ron served on many committees for both the Council and Assembly.

Ronald is preceded in death by his parents Charles and Mae Hopple. Ronald is survived by his loving wife of 60 years Madge Hopple; son Duane Hopple and his wife Keri; son Christopher Hopple and his wife Laurie; and grandson Seth Hopple.

Semper Fidelis "Gunny"

( Posted on Little Rock website 3/20/2023 )

Hunt, Marvin M.

(September 26, 1949 - June 2, 2022)

HUNT, Marvin M., 72, peacefully passed away on Thursday, June 2, 2022, surrounded by family at Lexington Medical Center. He was born on September 26, 1949, in Jeffersonville, Vermont, to the late Maitland "Bud" and Marjorie Bradley Hunt.

Marvin enjoyed hunting, fishing, and loved reminiscing about his worn-out war stories with his Navy buddies from the USS Little Rock.

He leaves behind his loving wife, Becky; a son Trevor Hunt of Lexington; daughters Christine Johnson of Hudson, Florida, and Jody Rembert and her husband Raymond of Lutz, Florida; grandchildren Chelsea Hunt and her fiancé Eric Colgan of Fletcher, Vermont, and Jacob, Alexandra, and Courtney Woods of Lutz, Florida; great-grandchildren Peyton & Liam Colgan of Fletcher, Vermont; a brother Murray Hunt of Jericho, Vermont; a sister Martha Prince-Stockwell and her husband Jason of Jericho, Vermont; and several nieces and nephews who all reside in Vermont.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Malcolm Hunt.

( Posted on Little Rock website 4/22/2023 )

Krochmal, Stephen G. "Glenn"

(February 24, 1943 - February 24, 2022)

KROCHMAL, STEPHEN G. "Glenn" departed this life exactly 79 years later to the day than when he entered it, February 24, 1943. (Trust Glenn to make a dramatic exit).

Glenn was born in Raleigh, North Carolina to Janet Hanft Krochmal and Arnold Krochmal. His parents were divorced while he was an infant and he and his mother moved to Richmond, VA to live with the extended Ullman family (Granddaddy Leo, Auntie Marion, L.E., Sister and Mimi, and John) on Monument Avenue. He and his mother lived there until Glenn was about 8 years old when they moved back to Raleigh.

Glenn's entrepreneurship soon developed when he took on a paper route about age 11 and completed his route on a bicycle that he won while in the Boy Scouts by selling the most potato chips during a fund-raising event. But it wasn't all work for little Glenn as he spent many summers at Camp Sea Gull Seafarer near Arapahoe, NC on the Neuse River that taught him his love of the sea and sailing

His love of the sea led him to join the Navy at age 17 where he became an Electronics Technician (ET1) and he served on several different ships, including the USS Little Rock (CLG-4), flagship of the Sixth Fleet, where he had the arduous duty of having to be stationed on the French Riviera, and the USNS Dutton (T-AGS-22), an oceanographic survey ship, homeported in Belfast, N. Ireland, engaging in some top secret projects, which he loved to talk about. There was the time that he scrambled NATO when he and a fellow shipmate constructed a floating box with a flashing light and threw it over board in order to mess with the Russian sailors on the Vertikal who kept following their ship, and who had deliberately cut across the line towing the Dutton's survey equipment. When the watch saw the flashing light in the sea, the captain assumed it was a Russian submarine rendezvousing with the Vertikal and NATO was contacted and they scrambled some fighter jets. Then there was that time in 1966 when a B-52 crashed near Palomares, Spain with nuclear bombs aboard and the Dutton was called in to locate the one bomb that had fallen into the ocean since the Dutton's surveying equipment was such that it "could find a beer can on the bottom of the Mariana Trench." Then there was that time…….well, you get the picture. Glenn served in the Navy from 1960 to 1968, when he left in order to better support his growing family with his first wife, Kathleen, whom he met and married in Belfast, N. Ireland.

Upon his discharge from the Navy, he worked for several "tech" companies, but when the last company went bankrupt and he was suddenly without a job, he needed to buy health insurance for his family until such time he found new employment. "Sister" told him to contact a friend, Esther Pincus, who was an insurance saleswoman in Virginia Beach in order to purchase health insurance. Esther soon pitched the idea to Glenn that he should become an insurance agent, even though he told her "I can't think of anything less I'd rather do, other than be a pianist in a brothel." However, with 4 children by then, he needed to support his growing family, so he accepted Esther's offer. Glenn enjoyed a successful career in the insurance industry first as an agent, then as an agency manager as well as a Vice-President at Lincoln National's Home Office in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

After leaving Lincoln National he and his family (5 children by then) moved to California where he continued in the insurance industry, until he eventually started his own investment advisory business as an SEC Registered Investment Advisor.

Glenn is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Bonnie, and his five children from his first marriage to Kathleen - Stephen Krochmal, Jr., Rosalie (Owens), Mark, David and Clare, and 8 grandchildren, Riley & Kyle Krochmal, Katrina, Ryan and Zachery Owens, and Fiona Stathis. He is also survived by his two half-brothers, Maurice & Walter Krochmal.

There will be a Memorial Service at Nelsen Funeral Home, 3785 Strawberry Plains Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23188 at 2:00 PM on Sunday, February 27, 2022. Reception to immediately follow service at 128 Richmond Hill Ct., Williamsburg, VA 23185.

( Posted on Little Rock website 5/10/2022 )

Lloyd, Larry E.

(April 30, 1943 - July 20, 2022)

Lloyd, Larry E., 79, Johnstown, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on July 20, 2022. Born April 30, 1943, in Johnstown, the son of late Thomas E. and Helen L. (Mack) Lloyd. Also preceded in death by brother Vaugh T. Lloyd.

Survived by loving wife of 43 years Carla J. (Blanda) Lloyd; children Todd Lloyd and wife Stella, Kelly Lloyd, Travis Lloyd, Rina Miller, Neil Lloyd, Jenna Lloyd, and Kayla Lloyd; grandchildren Claudia, Blake, Max, Jacob, Gage, Keiley, and Leland; great-grandson Leo; sister Elaine Bilger; and his faithful companion Wiener Schnitzel.

Larry was a member of Johnstown Grace Brethren Church where he served as a trustee, member of Laborers Local Union 910. He served in the Navy on the USS Little Rock and could be frequently found at Franco's. Larry was known for his may sayings, with his favorite being "You can't soar with eagles when you're surrounded by turkey's".

Larry's family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the staff of Windber Hospice and his church family from Grace Brethren Church for all the care, supports and prayers Larry and family received.

Private interment at Armagh Cemetery. A celebration of life will be held at a late date. Family assisted by Richard C. Stuart Funeral Home, Armagh

( Posted on Little Rock website 7/23/2022 )

Miller, Robert E. "Bob"

(November 22, 1940 - March 24, 2023)

MILLER, Robert E. "Bob", age 82, of Greencastle, PA, passed away on Friday, March 24, 2023, at the Chambers Pointe nursing home. Born November 22, 1940, in Waynesboro, PA, he was the son of the late Melchor D. "Meck" and Edith M. (Berger) Miller.

Bob was a 1958 graduate of the Greencastle-Antrim Senior High School. He went on to serve honorably in the U.S. Navy from 1962-1966. Bob was the owner and operator of the former Miller's Jewelry Store from 1967 – 1979. After Bob sold the store he went to work at Letterkenny Army Depot, where he retired after 23 years of total government service in 1998. He was a member of Antrim Brethren in Christ Church, where he was a part of the Berean Sunday School Class. He was also a member of the American Legion Post 373 and the Greencastle Sportsman's Association. Bob enjoyed gardening, spending time with his dog, Buddy, Saturday morning breakfasts at Family Diner, and any type of outdoor work.

Bob is survived by his wife of 28 years, Ellen Louise Rotz Miller, whom he married February 14, 1995; three children, Donald Miller (Alisa), Richard Miller (Robin), and Karen Gibble (DeRay); four step-children, Kathie Small (Troy), Tim McCulloh (Deb), Patti Nowell (Roger), and Mark Michalsky (Sheri); seven grandchildren, Andrew (Emily), Alan, Ashley, and Aaron(Danielle) Miller, DeRauk (Haleigh) and Tanner Gibble and Natasha Picard (Jake); seven step-grandchildren, Rebecca McCulloh (Curt Grice), Kaitlin Stouffer (Colby), Heather, Holly, Christopher, and Caleb (Danae) Nowell, and Bryce (Dana) and Rachel Michalsky; multiple great grandchildren; and 12 siblings, Connie Keller (Harold), Jeannie Blubaugh (Norm), Larry Miller (Barb), Ronald Miller (Linda), Kim Miller (Bonnie), Betty Ann Miller, Pam Wingert (Dwayne), Doug Miller, Bonnie Overend, Mark Miller (Angie), Jeff Miller (Connie), and Lori Ensminger (Mike). In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by his first wife, Nancy; a brother in infancy, Brian Miller; a brother, Richard "Dick" Miller; and a sister, Deb Layton.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 31, 2023, at 11 AM at Antrim Brethren in Christ Church, 24 Kauffman Rd., E., Chambersburg, PA 17202, where Pastor Casey Hurst will officiate. The family will receive friends on Thursday, March 30, 2023, from 6 – 8 PM and one hour prior to the service at the above church on Friday. Interment will follow the service in Brown's Mill Cemetery, Kauffman, PA. Arrangements are entrusted to the Harold M. Zimmerman and Son Funeral Home, Inc., Greencastle, PA. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his name to Antrim Brethren in Christ Church's Benevolent Fund. Online condolences may be offered on Bob's page at www.zimmermanfh.com.

( Posted on Little Rock website 5/27/2023 )

Petrullo, Dennis J.

(October 10, 1950 - October 26, 2022)

PETRULLO Sr., Dennis J., age 72, of Frankford Twp, New Jersey passed away on Wednesday, October 26, 2022 at Morristown Medical Center. Born in Jersey City to Michael and Angeline Carlone Petrullo.

Dennis was raised in Lyndhurst, NJ and was a resident of Sussex County for the past 38 years.

He was a plant manager for Hartz Mountain Industries formerly of Jersey City prior to his retirement in 2002. Dennis was a US Navy veteran serving from 1968 to 1973. He was a member of the Disabled American Veterans, The American Legion Post 157 of Branchville NJ, and the Knights of Columbus 3644 of Wallington, NJ. An avid outdoorsman, Dennis enjoyed fishing, hunting, and overseeing his farm.

Dennis is survived by his wife, Rita Byland Petrullo; his son Dennis Petrullo (Danielle); and his daughter Mary K Petrullo (Alexander VanDerToorn); his sister Patricia Tita (Joseph Tita); his three beloved nieces; his dear friend Eddie, his dear friend Richie, his dear friend Bob and his beloved dog Abby.

Dennis was preceded in death by his son Michael D Petrullo and his son Angelo Petrullo; his father Michael Petrullo and his mother Angeline Carlone Petrullo. Grandchildren; Alice, Angeline, Ashley and Theo.

( Posted on Little Rock website 4/27/2023 )

Puskey, Edward

(October 9, 1927 - March 12, 2022)

PUSKEY, Edward, 94, of Pittsfield, passed away March 12, 2022 at Berkshire Medical Center.

Born on October 9, 1927 in West Warren, MA, the son of Joseph and Sophie (Samek) Puskey. He was a graduate of the former Warren High School where he was class president.

A US Navy veteran, Ed served aboard the USS Little Rock CL-92 and the USS Colonial LSD-18.

He joined the General Electric Company after graduating from Bentley and completed the G.E. Business Training program. Ed worked in the Finance section of the Power Transformer and Ordnance Departments and retired in 1987 with 37 years of service.

He was a communicant of Sacred Heart Church and a retired long time usher at the early Sunday mass.

Ed was a member of the G.E. Quarter Century and Pensioners Club, the former G.E. Stanley Club, and the YMCA fitness center until the age of 85. He later was an early morning walker at the track at Belanger field into his early nineties.

He and his wife, the former Helen G. Mason, were married on September 1, 1951 in St. Aloysius Church in Gilbertville, MA. Ed always felt he was fortunate to have married this beautiful lady with her cheerful disposition and pleasing personality.

Ed is survived by his wife of 70 years, Helen; two daughters, Dianne M. Coppola (Tom) of Parkman, ME and Susan Zimmermann (Ron) of Richmond, MA; two sons, Edward J. and Paul F. Puskey of Pittsfield; and two grandsons, Mark M. and Michael L. Puskey of Pittsfield. A son, Mark E. Puskey died in infancy in 1954.

At his request, there will be no formal services. There will be a Celebration of Life at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to the Berkshire Family YMCA in care of Dery Funeral Home, 54 Bradford St., Pittsfield, MA 01201.

Published by The Berkshire Eagle on Mar. 18, 2022.

( Posted on Little Rock website 12/19/2022 )

Reinhardt, Charles J.

(May 15, 1940 - January 17, 2022)

Reinhardt, Charles J., age 81, born May 15, 1940, passed away January 17th, 2022. Survived by his wife Mary C Reinhardt.

Charles is a beloved husband, father, brother, and grandfather survived by his Three Sons Charles Jr, John and James and brother Billy and also his five grandchildren Charles III Joseph, Julie, James Junior, and Jessica Sperber.

Charles was a graduate of Olney High School. He then joined the Navy serving four years 1959, to 1963 on the ship USS Little Rock. Charles was a Philadelphia Police Officer for 25 years 1965 - 1990 and served in the 25th district.

The family would like to thank you for your prayers and support during this time as We Lay Charles to rest alongside his daughter Maryann Sperber.

( Posted on Little Rock website 6/3/2022 )

Robinson Jr., Hobart K.

(October 10, 1937 - January 25, 2023)

ROBINSON Jr., Hobart K. "Bart" died peacefully in Ponte Vedra Beach, on Jan. 25, 2023, with his family by his side. He was born on Oct. 10, 1937, in Quincy, MA to Charlotte Robinson and Hobart K. Robinson Sr.

He was a talented three sport athlete at Quincy High. He earned his BA from Williams College, served in the Navy, and earned his MBA from Columbia. He and Ingela married in 1964, and they had three children, Steven, Karina, and Peter. Bart spent the majority of his career with McKinsey & Co. in NYC, Copenhagen, and Stockholm. He retired in 1998, splitting time between Williamstown, MA and Ponte Vedra Beach, where he and Ingela wore out a lot of golf shoes and together sang in choir and he in barbershop. He will be remembered for his competitive spirit, warm heart, and his storytelling of a life well lived.

Bart is survived by Ingela, their children Steven, Karina, Peter, and their spouses Dana, Paul, and Liz, six grandchildren, and his sister Karla Dunham of Ponte Vedra Beach.

A celebration of life will be held in PVB on Feb. 23rd. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The American Transplant Foundation.

Please visit his online Tribute at www.quinn-shalz.com.

( Posted on Little Rock website 5/26/2023 )

Schultz, Peter J.

(1942 - April 18, 2022)

SCHULTZ, Peter J., Age 79, of No. St. Paul, passed away April 18, 2022. US Navy Veteran. Steamfitters Pipefitters Local 455. Preceded in death by parents, Robert & Alice (nee Mullan) Schultz; infant daughters, Mary & Joanie; and by one crotchety cat and several fine and loyal dogs.

Pete is survived by his wife of 59 years, Joan (nee Johnson) Schultz; children, Paul (Lisa) & Julie; grandchildren, Kaylyn (Leah), Jesse (Kylie), Jacob, Taylor, Bella, Dre, Marshall and Raymond; great-grandchildren, Arianna, Javier and Thalia; and another crotchety cat who was his buddy.

He is also survived by siblings, Mary (Terry) Schacht, Charlie (Weng), Bobbi (Tom), & Thomas, and many nieces and nephews.

Peter and Joan also welcomed several exchange students into their home which created lifelong relationships with their "other kids", Patrick, Sabine, Kristina, Claus & Jenny.

Pete graduated from North St. Paul Highschool in 1960 and was a lifelong resident in North St. Paul, Minnesota with the exception of 4 years active duty in the United States Navy. He was extremely proud of his service as a Ships Fitter SFP 2nd Class Petty Officer on both the Destroyer Tender USS Tidewater and the Cruiser USS Little Rock. Upon his discharge he served 2 years in the Naval Reserves and completed trade school at St. Paul Technical College, class of 1970.. He was a member of the Pipefitters Steamfitters Local 455 for 55 years. He often claimed that he "Never worked a day in his life, because he loved what he did so much, that it was fun, not work."

Volunteer service was something that Pete valued. He became the Cub Scout master and a Den Leader of Pack 188 thru Cowern School and later Pack 49 via St. Peters Catholic School. He also coached little league baseball thru the city of North St. Paul.

In his later years Pete became a proud A.S.S.H.O.L.E. via the brewers American Society of Senior Held Over Lecherous Elders. Pete was elected "The Keeper of the Paper" i.e. the secretary for the A.S.S.H.O.L.E.'s, a title that he bragged about with a big grin and a twinkle in his eye. His other memberships included the Minnesota Street Rod Association, The North Star Chapter of Studebaker Drivers and the Bald Eagle Sportsmans Association where he helped to build several club houses and gun ranges.

His most recent and perhaps proudest role was that of the Vice President of the USS Tidewater Association where he helped to organize reunions for his fellow sailors.

Pete was a gregarious and outspoken person with a great sense of humor and a never-ending plethora of one liners and wise cracks.

We, the Schultz family would like to welcome all family and friends as we celebrate our Husband, Dad and Opa.

( Posted on Little Rock website 5/31/2022 )

Sprehe, James Christopher

December 28, 1944 - May 31, 2022)

SPREHE, James Christopher, age 77, past away on May 31, 2022.

Chris was born on December 28, 1944, in Oklahoma City. He was the son of Stella Marie McGuire Sprehe and Francis Louis Sprehe, and the sixth child of a family of nine: Paul Francis, Daniel Joseph, John Timothy, David Louis, Stella Marie Deal, Stephen Thomas, Robert Andrew, and Samuel Edward.

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James Christopher Sprehe is survived by his wife, Donna Zahner Sprehe, and his children Patrick Zahner Sprehe (Heejung Lee), Elizabeth Shannon Hurn (Christopher Gene Hurn), Adam McGuire Sprehe (Karen Balaoing Sprehe), and Nicholas Soden Sprehe. He has nine grandchildren, Che Victor Sprehe, Julianna Grace Hurn, Reilly Thomas Hurn, Sophia Alissa Balaoing Sprehe, Aubrey Alexis Balaoing Sprehe, Connor Alastair Balaoing Sprehe, Callista Alora Balaoing Sprehe, and Autumn Cassandra Sprehe.

( Posted on Little Rock website 10/3/2022 )

Stankiewicz, William C. "Bill"

(1944 - January 22, 2023)

STANKIEWICZ, William C. "Bill", 78, passed peacefully on January 22 at his home surrounded by his family.

Bill was civic leader and two-term mayor of Hogansville, Ga.

A native of Philadelphia, Bill served six years in the U.S. Navy from 1961 to 1967 with 2 years active duty as Second Class Radarman aboard the USS Little Rock, a guided missile cruiser. He continued his affiliation with the Navy as President and board member of the USS Little Rock Association for many years.

Following discharge, he earned a degree from Drexel University in Business Administration with an emphasis on accounting and law and soon began a 30-year career with ARA Services (a.k.a. ARAMARK), a multinational service management corporation. He retired in 2000 as Vice President of Finance of their Uniform Rental Division.

Bill and his wife Mary Stewart were drawn from Atlanta to Hogansville in 1999 as an ideal place to realize their dream of opening an antique business. Collectors since their youth, they established William & Mary's Antiques and Sports Collectibles. From the beginning, Bill sought volunteer opportunities to best serve the community, and the legacy he has left is immense.

He served as chairman of the Planning and Zoning Commission as well as on numerous board appointments including the Troup County Center for Strategic Planning, Troup County Chamber of Commerce, Hogansville Downtown Development Authority, United Way of West Georgia, Treasurer of the Hogansville-Meriwether County Joint Development Authority, and treasurer of the Hogansville Charitable Trust.

In 2006, the Hogansville City Council asked Bill to serve as City Manager, a post he held until 2011. Seeking to represent Hogansville's interest at the County and State level, Bill successfully ran for Mayor in 2013 and again in 2017. During a contentious second election, he sought to heal, not divide. Numerous accomplishments during his two terms include overhaul of the city's water and waste water treatment infrastructures, proactive industry recruitment, improved fire service, major debt reduction from near insolvency to a retired debt, competitive utility rates and taxes, a new library, parks, parking lots and amenities. He was especially proud of his involvement with Racial Trustbuilding, Inc. and its achievements.

Bill and Mary, as co-directors, took on the promotion and coordination of The Hummingbird Festival, a 22-year endeavor which saw expansion from 1,200 annual attendees to 18,000. Managed by the Hogansville Charitable Trust, proceeds combined with matching grants totaling nearly $1 million have funded civic projects and improvements.

His life-long passion for sports was sparked by his cousin Eddie Stanky who played 11 seasons for National League baseball teams. This love, plus a bent for entrepreneurship, started early. At age 15, Bill ran a concession stand in front of Municipal Stadium in Philadelphia during the 1959 Army Navy game, a legendary matchup to this day. Playing rugby on a national team and a stint as a ski instructor in Alaska suggests that there was no sport he didn't love. Living in Atlanta for 10 years necessitated season tickets to the Braves baseball games during which time he served as a board member of the Braves 400 Club.

Bill was widely read and always had a story to tell from his vast store of knowledge, often quoting his favorite statesman, Winston Churchill. He routinely opened City Council meetings with a witticism, a "this day in history," or a tone-setting anecdote. His long-time assistant and City Clerk, Lisa Kelly, now interim City Manager, thought of him as "a beacon who pointed us in the right direction and tireless in his dedication to our city."

He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Mary, his son, William C. Stankiewicz, II, (Jennifer), and two sisters, Robin Stevens (Robert) and Joyce DeCarlo (John), plus several loving nieces and nephews. For family and close friends, a Funeral Mass of the Resurrection is planned to be held at St. Peter's Catholic Church in LaGrange, followed by his final internment at a date to be announced forthcoming. Because Bill was a well known public servant, an ecumenical celebration is scheduled to be held on Tuesday, February 7, 2023 at 2:00pm at St. Peter's Catholic Church in LaGrange, followed by a light reception.

Instead of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the Hogansville Charitable Trust, 200 E. Main Street, Hogansville, Georgia 30230.

( Posted on Little Rock website 1/24/2023 )

Suter, John H.

(May 1, 1938 - September 1, 2022)

SUTER, John Harry, 84, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2022;Loving husband of Jane Suter for 36 years.

John is survived by his son Michael D. Suter and his wife Mary; beloved father of Laura Gerafentis and her husband Spiro, Jane Wanex and her husband Chad; dear brother of the late Charles William Suter, Mary Louise Chandler, James Granville Suter, and Richard Joseph Suter; cherished grandfather of Laura Maria, Georgia Eva, Cameron, Hannah, Olivia, Caroline, Chase, and Sophie; Papoose of George and Spiro Jr. Adored by many nieces and nephews; former spouse of Virginia Tewey.

A memorial service will be held at 2pm on Saturday, October 1st, 2022 at Mays Chapel United Methodist Church, 11911 Jenifer Road, Timonium, MD 21093.

In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be directed in Mr. Suter's memory to Mays Chapel United Methodist Church.

( Posted on Little Rock website 1/6/2023 )

Tackett Jr., Walter B.

(August 31, 1928 - June 15, 2022)

TACKETT, Walter B., was born August 31, 1928 in Selmer, TN, the son of the late Walter B. and Beatrice Kirk Tackett.

On December 23, 1950, he was united in marriage to Janet Sparks who survives.

Mr. Tackett was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Selmer, Tennessee. During his years employment, Mr. Tackett worked for Eveready Auto Parts for 15 years, ITT in Corinth, MS, for 30 years, was a carpenter for 5 years, and a pipe-liner for 2 years. He enjoyed restoring antiques, carpentry, making jewelry, traveling, and hunting and fishing in his early years. He was known as a jack-of-all-trades and a master tinker.

Mr. Tackett proudly served his country in the United States Navy during World War II for 4 years. He also attended Mississippi College for 3 years.

He is survived by his wife Janet (Sparks) Tackett of Selmer, TN; three daughters, Karen Sue Phillips and husband Allen of Hernando, MS, Linda Gail Crump and husband Joe of Selmer, TN, Mary Jane Smith and husband Myron of Reagan, TN; a brother, Joe Tackett and wife Shirley of Selmer, TN; seven grandchildren, Stephanie Purviance and husband Daniel, Janet Bunch and husband Chris, Laura Beth Tull and husband Brian, Joseph Crump Jr. and wife Rachael, Michael Crump, Lori Henry and husband Jeff, Carrie Breeden and husband Joe; ten great grandchildren, Ashley Rowland, Hunter Rowland, Tyler Rowland, Sarah Kate Bunch, Emma Leigh Crump, Ames Crump, Olive Tull, McKenzie Bell, Lenzie Breeden, Colton Breeden; a great-great-grandchild, Brayden Rowland; as well as a host of family and friends.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Tackett was preceded in death by a sister, Beatrice Lee; brother, Johnny Tackett; and great great grandson, Carter Shelton.

( Posted on Little Rock website 8/11/2022 )

White, Philip E.

(October 1, 1950 - February 10, 2022)

WHITE, Philip Elbert, 71, died peacefully surrounded by his family on February 10, 2022. He was born the son of Fred and Mildred White, October 1, 1950 in Winchendon, MA.

Philip graduated from Athol Royalton High School class of 1969. He served with the U.S. Navy from June 26, 1970 to June 25, 1976. Most of his time was spent on the USS Little Rock CLG4. From there, Philip served 16 more years in the Naval Reserves.

He was employed as a Printer with Concord Litho in Concord until his retirement in 2003. He married the love of his life, Sally Theroux November 10, 1973.

Surviving in addition to his wife Sally (Theroux) White, are his daughter, Jennifer White of Tilton; son, Brian White and wife, Barbie of Belmont; grandson, Patrik White of Belmont; sister, Jeanette Learned and husband Norris of Newport; and many nieces and nephews.

( Posted on Little Rock website 8/10/2022 )

Yarborough, Donald E.

(March 16, 1947 - February 17, 2023)

YARBOROUGH, Donald E., Pastor, passed into eternal glory on february 17, 2023 with his Savior Jesus after a brief battle with MDS, his wife of forty-seven years by his side.

Don was born March 16, 1947, in Brady, Texas. During his childhood Don moved with his family twenty-seven times throughout Texas. His dad was an electrician who worked on major construction jobs which required the family to relocate.

He served in the Navy from 1965-1969, stationed on board the USS Little Rock in the Mediterranean during the turbulent Vietnam years. After the Navy he married his first wife and had two children.

He met and married Jacqueline Hamblin August 9, 1975. Jackie also worked at TC and the two of them began to build a marriage and life that was once only a dream for Don. He earned his ministerial license in 1976.

Don excelled in many things including basketball, billiards, and bridge. He loved all genres of music, subjecting his children and grandchildren to "Golden Oldie abuse," as he called it. He enjoyed writing poetry and songs, and had a passion for knowing the meaning behind names. A lover of the Word of God, he committed large portions of scripture to memory. This love would be passed onto his children and congregation. Don told dad jokes before it was trendy, much to the embarrassment of his children and delight of his congregation.

Don was predeceased by his parents, Paul and Pauline Yarborough, brother, Dexter, brother-in-law, Terry Stevens, nephew, Gerry Stevens, son, Paul Davis Yarborough, and granddaughter, Hannah Raine Alsheimer.

He is survived by his loving wife Jackie; daughters, Tammy Collier (Frank), Amy Kropp (Dennis), Bethany Ingalls (Nathanael) and Kimberly Alsheimer (Ryan); grandchildren Tiffany (Matt), Joshua (Fei), Samantha (John) Courtney, Andrew, Alexander, Ashley, Caleb, Chloe, Ethan, Julia, Connor, Jude and Lydia; and great grandchildren, Memphis, Nora, Greyson, and Alice; sister, Sharon Stevens; sister- in-law, Jeanie Schmiedel; and countless members of his church family, past and present.

( Posted on Little Rock website 2/28/2023 )