Current Obituaries

Mary Francis Washington, 64, of Lancaster, PA, passed away Wednesday, October 13, 2021, at Lancaster General Hospital.  Born in Kennett Square, PA, in 1957, she was the daughter of Linda May (Goodwin) Washington, and the late Edward Rudolph Washington. She was the wife of Walter L. Butcher IV. Sissy, as she was affectionately known by family and friends, was a 1975 graduate of Henderson High School in West Chester.  After graduating high school, she worked as a nurse for...

Donald Edward Dorsey Jr. went home to be with the Lord on October 11, 2021. He was the son of Elizabeth Ann Dorsey and Donald Edward Dorsey Sr.  He was affectionately known as Don by his family and friends. He was born on March 10, 1970 in West Chester, Pennsylvania. Don was a 1988 graduate of Oxford Area Senior High School in the year 1988. He previously worked at Herrs Foods for approximately 20 years. Don was a lifelong very dedicated Dallas Cowboys Fan and he loved his beloved...

James W. Roberson, "Robie", 82, of Coatesville, PA, passed away on Friday, October 8, 2021, at Paoli Memorial Hospital in Paoli, PA.  James was born in Mounds, Illinois, on September 12, 1939. He was the son of the late John Johnson. After graduating from high school, James enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps, served several years until 1968. During his working years, James was employed as a car salesman working for Colonial Hyundai and Brian Hoskins Ford in Coatesville,...

Dana Denise Parker, 57, of Downingtown, PA, formerly of Coatesville, PA, peacefully passed away on Friday, October 8, 2021, at the Reading Hospital in Reading, PA. Born in Coatesville, she was the daughter of the late Jesse J. Parker and Juanita Hall. Dana was a 1983 graduate of Coatesville Area Senior High School. Dana attended Victory Way of the Cross Community Church in Coatesville. She was a very strong beautiful woman with a huge heart. She was loved by so many. Dana enjoyed...

Carlos Gutierrez Meeks, of Claymont, DE, formerly of Coatesville, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, October 4, 2021, in Coatesville. Carlos was 40 years old. Born in Coatesville, PA, he was the son of Rafael Gutierrez Matos of York, PA, and the late Rev. Gloria D. Meeks. Besides his mother, Gloria, Carlos was preceded in death by his brother, Rafael L. "Chico" Meeks. In addition to his father Rafael, Carlos leaves two daughters, Anicia Gutierrez, Londyn...