Thomas L. Geisel Funeral Home

11/13/2025

Brian Keith Barnes

Brian Keith Barnes, 67, of Chambersburg, PA passed away Thursday, November 13, 2025 in his home surrounded by his family. Born October 23, 1958 in Chambersburg he was the son of Beverly (Coolbeth) Barnes of Chambersburg and the late Harold Barnes.

He was a graduate of Chambersburg Area Senior High School with the Class of 1976. Brian was employed as a forklift operator and laborer for different companies in the area including Gibble’s and Ventura Foods.

Brian was a member of VFW Post 1599 and the American Legion Post 46 both in Chambersburg. He was also a past member of the AMVETS and Marine Corps in Chambersburg as well. Brian was an avid Dallas Cowboys and NASCAR Racing fan.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife of 46 years Wanda L. (Hoch) Barnes who he married July 21, 1979; three children, Christina Shields, Brian K. Barnes, Jr., and Nicole Morris (Josh) all of Chambersburg; five grandchildren, one great-grandchild; and a brother, Calvin Barnes (Louise) of Hardwick, VT. In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by a son, Bill Shields.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Arrangements are entrusted to Thomas L. Geisel Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at www.stjude.com.

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11/13/2025

Helen A. Steinour

Helen A. Steinour, 95, of Chambersburg, PA passed away Wednesday, November 12, 2025 in Mercy House of Chambersburg surrounded by her loving family. Born October 5, 1930 in Lemasters, PA she was the daughter of the late Roy F. and Blanche E. (Martin) Auman.

She was a graduate of Lemaster High School with the Class of 1948. Helen then went on to Chambersburg Business College. She was employed as a clerk typist for Letterkenny Army Depot for 10 years.

Helen was a lifelong member of Chambersburg Church of the Brethren. She enjoyed live theatre, camping, dancing with her husband, feeding the birds and taking care of her yard. Helen was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who loved spending time with her family.

She is survived by three children, Gregory L. Steinour (Kim) of Chambersburg, Deborah S. Weaver (Herb) of Shippensburg, PA, Kim S. Rogers (Troy) of Mechanicsburg, PA; four grandchildren, Janelle N. Green (Ethan) of Littlestown, PA, Tyler M. Weaver (Katie) of Carlisle, PA, Chelsea N. Digon (Eli) of Albuquerque, NM and Kali A. Linn (John) of Chambersburg; a step-granddaughter, Kristin N. Rogers; great-grandson, Brooks R. Green; step-great-granddaughter, Bella D. Rogers a great-granddaughter on the way; and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, Gene B. Steinour who passed away July 1, 2022; a sister, Frances M. Sipes and her husband Ralph; a niece, Sandra Sipes; and a great-granddaughter, Kinsley May Linn.

Services will be held 11:00 AM, Tuesday, November 25, 2025 in the Chapel of the Thomas L. Geisel Funeral Home, 333 Falling Spring Road, Chambersburg, PA 17202 with Pastor Mark Baliles officiating. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family in St. Thomas Cemetery, St. Thomas, PA.

There will be no public viewing however the family will receive friends one hour prior to the service Tuesday morning in the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Chambersburg Church of the Brethren, 260 S. 4th Street, Chambersburg, PA 17201 or to Mercy House of Chambersburg, 730 Norland Ave., Chambersburg, PA 17201.

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11/13/2025

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11/12/2025

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11/12/2025

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11/11/2025

Timothy L. Gossert

Timothy L. Gossert, 64, of Fayetteville, PA, passed away on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at his home. He was born on June 27, 1961, in Chambersburg, PA to the late Wallace William, Sr. and Myrtle Pauline (Kline) Gossert

Timothy was a 1980 graduate of Chambersburg Area Senior High School and was previously employed as a laborer by Nitterhouse Concrete and Coldsmith Construction. He was a member at Christian Life Church in Chambersburg, PA and a past member and volunteer firefighter for New Franklin Volunteer Fire Department for over 40 years. In his free time, he enjoyed collecting toys, especially fire trucks and tractors, going to auctions, camping at Saunderosa Campground, and was an avid Baltimore Orioles fan and loved going to see them play at Camden Yards.

He is survived by his wife, Brenda Gossert of Fayetteville, PA, whom he married on June 13, 1987; daughter Kaitlyn Workman and her husband Nicholas of Fayetteville, PA; grandchildren Wyatt Workman, Emberly Workman, and Levi Workman; brother John Gossert of Chambersburg, PA; mother-in-law Shirley Whitfield of Chambersburg, PA; and many nieces, nephews, and sisters-in-law. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by brothers David E. Gossert and Wallace William Gossert, Jr. and a sister Pauline K. Gossert.

A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at 3:00 PM at the Christian Life Church, 1400 Warm Spring Road, Chambersburg, PA 17202 with Pastors Nate Palisoc and Joe Pickens officiating. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Thomas L. Geisel Funeral Home and Cremation Center.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: Local missions or the after school program at Christian Life Church, 1400 Warm Spring Road, Chambersburg, PA 17202.

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11/11/2025

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11/10/2025

Terry Stackhouse

Terry Dexter Preston Stackhouse, 67, of Fayetteville, passed away on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at the Chambersburg Hospital. Born April 7, 1958 in Frederick, MD, he was a son of the late Orville William and Thelma Mazie Yingling Stackhouse.

Terry was employed as a truck driver for Save-A-Lot Food Stores and later Titus Trucking until his retirement. He was a member of the Mont Alto Volunteer Fire Dept. He was also a member of the American Legion Post 15, VFW Post 695, Elks Lodge #2270, Moose Lodge #1309, and the Eagles Club, all in Waynesboro. Terry enjoyed fishing and hunting in his spare time.

He is survived by his wife, Brenda Lee Starliper Stackhouse, whom he married on October 29, 2022; two step-children, Kayla Starliper and Robin Royer, both of Greencastle; four step-grandchildren, Kaden, Aidan, Kasey Jo, and Kaylee; three siblings, Barb Rhodes, Wayne Stackhouse and Jeff Stackhouse; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Edgar and Brenda Starliper of Greencastle; and his sister-in-law, Shirley Stackhouse. Aside from his parents, Terry was preceded in death by his sister, Doris Stackhouse.

Services and interment will be private. Arrangements are entrusted to the Thomas L. Geisel Funeral Home, Chambersburg, PA. Condolences and memories may be shared at geiselfuneralhome.com.

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11/10/2025

John Peter Hazlinsky

John P. “Pete” Hazlinsky, 85, of Chambersburg, PA, passed away on Friday, November 7, 2025, at SpiriTrust Lutheran, The Village at Luther Ridge, in Chambersburg. Born August 29, 1940, in Allentown, PA, he was the son of the late Albert H. and Madeline K. Schuler Hazlinsky.

Pete attended Catasauqua High School before enlisting in the US Air Force, where he served honorably from 1958 - 1962. He later earned an associate’s degree from Catonsville Community College. Pete continued to serve his country for 37 years as a civil servant with the National Security Agency until his retirement in 1999. In his spare time, Pete enjoyed hiking. He also delighted in his pets, owning several dogs and a cat over the years.

He is survived by his sons, Peter M. “Matt” Hazlinsky (Ann Schneider) of Vienna, VA, Adam Hazlinsky of Waynesboro, PA, and Mark Barth (Christina) of Mt. Airy, MD; three grandchildren, Adalynn Hazlinsky, Brian Barth and Jenna Barth; and three siblings, Judith Behum (Joe), Verdiana Quinn (John), and Katherine Shear.

Services and interment will be private. Arrangements are entrusted to the Thomas L. Geisel Funeral Home, Chambersburg, PA. Condolences and memories may be shared at geiselfuneralhome.com.

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11/09/2025

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11/08/2025

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