Conestoga Township residents will have to wait a little longer to learn what the future holds for the local tubing business Sickman’s Mill as owner Joe Devoy attempts to get
Michael S. Connelly II, 38 of Conestoga died unexpectedly Monday evening at his home. Born in Lancaster on August 28, 1984, he was the only son of Michael S. and
Jere F. Goretzke, Sr., 76, of New Danville, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 15, 2021 at Lancaster General Hospital, following a brief illness. He was the husband of Judith A. Judy Downes Goretzke, with whom he celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary on December 31, 2020. He was born in Lancaster, son of the late Jay R., Sr. and Florence Miller Goretzke.
Jere was a truck driver for United Parcel Service for more than 30 years before his retirement in 2004. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving with the Old Guard during the Vietnam Conflict, and was a member of the Fife and Drum Corps at Arlington National Cemetery. Jere was a member of New Danville Fire Company; played shortstop for and also coached the New Danville Modified Softball Team; coached Little League and was an avid hunter.
Roy G. Kneisley, 95, lifelong resident of Conestoga, went home to be with the Lord peacefully on Saturday, April 24, 2021 while at home. Born in Conestoga, he was the son of the late Walter H. and Myrtle (Good) Kneisley. He was married to the love of his life, Doris Campbell Kneisley for 72 years.
Roy was a self-employed master carpenter, specializing in cabinets and home remodeling. He was active in the community as a Conestoga Twp. Supervisor and a volunteer with the Conestoga Fire Co. In his later years, Roy could often be seen sitting on his front porch waving to friends and neighbors as they would pass by. He was a founding member of the Indian Run Camp and a member of the Kettle Creek Sportsman s Assoc. Roy was also an active member of Mt. Nebo United Methodist Church, serving in various roles. The last position he held was head usher, where he loved greeting friends and fellow church members.
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A man uses a fire extinguisher to stop a brush fire burning off Marticville Road near River Road in Martic Township Sunday, March 14, 2021. Neighbors used rakes, shovel and fire extinguishers in an attempt to stop the fire, while firefighters were working on another part of the fire that was advancing more quickly until more crews arrived.
BLAINE SHAHAN | Staff Photographer
A man uses a fire extinguisher to stop a brush fire burning off Marticville Road near River Road in Martic Township Sunday, March 14, 2021. Neighbors used rakes, shovel and fire extinguishers in an attempt to stop the fire, while firefighters were working on another part of the fire that was advancing more quickly.