Dewald Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc.

12/01/2025

LaVon Witmer Buswell, 99, of Quarryville, Pennsylvania, went home to be with the Lord on November 30, 2025. LaVon was born October 11, 1926, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to Harvey and Lydia Witmer, who raised LaVon and her older sister, Kathleen to know and serve the Lord Jesus Christ.

The two Wi...

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12/01/2025

Robert “Bob” Guthrie, 83, formerly of Bradford County, Peach Bottom, and Kennett Square, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025. Born in Monkey Hill, Delaware, he was the son of the late Warrington F., Jr., and Marian (Boyd) Guthrie.

Bob was a graduate of Kennett High School, class of 1...

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11/30/2025

🎁 THE SOUTHERN END GIFT DRIVE 🎁
We’re proud to be a collection site this year!

Help brighten the holidays for local Solanco children by donating new, unwrapped gifts for ages birth–18 years. Every gift stays right here in our community and supports families in need. ❤️

🧸 Drop off your donation at:
Dewald Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc.
227 W. 4th St., Quarryville

Prefer to shop online?
🎄 Amazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/PZDTAUPBH53L?ref_=wl_share

Thank you for helping make the season a little brighter for our neighbors! ✨

Questions? Contact: avery_hill@solancosd.org

11/28/2025

Janet L. Hess, 89, of Quarryville, entered into rest on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at the Quarryville Presbyterian Retirement Community. Born in Millersville, she was the daughter of the late William H. and Florence (Leiphart) Barkle. She was the loving wife of the late Charles S. Hess who died in ...

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11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving! As we gather in gratitude, may we be especially thankful for each day we have with the ones we love.
Considering taking a moment to pray for families who are facing this holiday after the loss of a loved one. An empty seat at the table makes this day especially difficult.

11/26/2025

Caught in the act. 👀 🎄

11/25/2025

🎄🍬 HOLLY JOLLY GINGERBREAD DECORATING CONTEST! 🍬🎄

Looking for a fun family activity over Thanksgiving break? Build a gingerbread masterpiece and enter it in Southern End Community Association’s Holly Jolly Gingerbread Contest during Christmas in Q-ville!

👨‍👧‍👦 Fun for all ages!
Three age brackets: Youth, Teen, and Adult

📅 Drop-Off: Friday, Dec. 5 • 4–7 PM
📍 Building #7, Solanco Fairgrounds
🚫 No entries accepted after 7 PM

🏆 3 Cash Prizes:
$100 • $75 • $25
(No theme required—let your creativity shine!)

🔗 Registration form: https://www.secarec.com/holly-jolly-gingerbread-house-contest/
Questions? 717-330-5749 or 717-806-0123

Proudly sponsored by Dewald Funeral & Cremation Services. Honoring life, relationships, and community.

11/24/2025

Thank you for your generosity this week! We will be accepting donations all week, except on Thanksgiving.

Special thanks to our Solanco high school elves for faithfully transporting the donations to the school.
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6th Annual Sneaker Drive 👟🧦🩲
Did you know that all of Solanco’s elementary schools offer Swappe Shoppes to families? As prices continue to rise, more families are feeling the squeeze and the Swappe Shoppe is here to help.
During the month of November, we will be collecting donations of new/gently used sneakers, new socks and new underwear to be distributed Solanco’s Elementary School’s Swappe Shoppes.
These are their most needed but hardest to acquire items. The sneakers, socks and underwear should fit children ages 5-12 (shoe sizes 11C-13C and 1Y-5Y).
There will be a collection box in the foyer of the main entrance to the side of the building (227 West Fourth St, Quarryville) during the month of November. Drop off donations during normal business hours (9a-4p). Call (717) 786-3530 with questions.

11/23/2025

“On the heels of a historic run by the Solanco Golden Mules football team, I find myself reflecting on how blessed I am to be part of this community. Each week as momentum built, it was exhilarating …”
Read Michael’s full reflections below:

(Photo credit: Solanco HS Football Association)

On the heels of a historic run by the Solanco Golden Mules football team, I find myself reflecting o ...

11/21/2025

The Legacy of Giving

We are so grateful to Dewald Funeral and Cremation Services for sponsoring this matching time during the Extra Give. Their support reflects the heart of what our choir believes in: honoring community, carrying each other through every season, and creating something meaningful that lasts.

For this matching period, every dollar given to SLC Community Choirs will go even farther, helping us continue building connection and joy through music.

Give now and be part of this moment of generosity.
🎶 https://mtyc.co/wfb6nf

11/21/2025

It’s an exciting day in our community!

1) Coat Giveaway Day- Come “shop” 2-8PM. Anyone in need of a coat is welcome. There are no income or residency requirements. 🧣❄️

2) Send Off- 🏈 Come line the street & cheer for our Solanco Mules Football Team at 3:45 on 4th Street (park here) as they make history by being the first team to head to the District Championship! 🖤💛 Better yet, head to Warwick at 7PM and cheer in person!

3) The ExtraGive- Stretch your donations TODAY. Many local non-profits are participating including: SLC Community Choirs, New Hope Counseling Center, Solanco Education Foundation, Quarryville Library Center, Southern End Community Association, Solid Rock Youth Ministries, Bridlepath Equine Center, Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania, Strasburg-Heisler Library, Willow Street Fire Co, Strasburg Fire Department

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11/18/2025

Lillie Zue Wiles Sensenig Brown, 83, of Peach Bottom, died on Saturday, November 15, 2025. She was born in Havre De Grace, MD and was the daughter of Ray L. and Ethel V. (Perry) Wiles.

Always a teacher at heart, she was classroom teacher and reading specialist at Oxford Area School District....

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