Arlene B. (Bard) Rupp, 86, of Lititz, passed away Tuesday, April 17, 2012, at Ephrata Community Hospital.

Born in West Cocalico Township to the late William and Annie (Latshaw) Bard, she was the wife of the late Earl E. Rupp, who passed away in 1995.

Arlene was of the Christian faith and she enjoyed serving and giving to her loved ones. She had worked for the Quinlan Pretzel Company in Denver, retiring in 1992 after 20 years of service.

Surviving are two sons: John R. Shirk, of Denver; and Dwight D. Rupp, of Lititz; a stepson: Dennis A. Rupp, of Denver; three grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and nine step-great-grandchildren.

Besides her parents and husband, Arlene was preceded in death by her step-daughter: Dolores Rupp; four sisters; and two brothers.

Funeral services were held April 20 at the Roseboro Stradling Funeral Home, Denver, with Rev. Timothy L. Craven officiating. Interment will take place in the Middle Creek Brethren Cemetery.

Arrangements were made by Roseboro Stradling Funeral & Cremation Services Inc., Denver. Online condolences can be given at roseborostradling.com.

Carrie E. Ross, 71, of Ephrata, passed away peacefully Thursday, April 19, 2012. Carrie was born July 15, 1940 in Reading.

She was the youngest daughter of Adam Ulrich and Emma M. Hoffman-Ulrich of Reading and sister to the late Corinne Ulrich-Ecenrode, Jennie Ulrich-Wanner and Leroy Ulrich.

In addition to her family, Carrie was loved by a countless number of friends and acquaintances. Many remember her as a feisty soul that always gave everyone a good laugh. She also loved many of life’s joys including cooking and dancing and sharing her love for both with the people surrounding her. Anyone who knew Carrie was quite certain they would always leave her home with a full stomach and a smile on their face. Attending community dances allowed Carrie to indulge her passion for meeting new people and of course busting a move on the dance floor. Her lively spirit will definitely be missed by many.

Surviving Carrie is her daughter: Ava Jean Ulrich-Earhart, son: George, husband of Melissa Ulrich, all of Denver; and sons: Gilbert Ross, of Reinholds; and Robert Ross, of Ephrata; and grandchildren: Jacqueline Ulrich, Beau Ulrich, Samantha Earhart, Rachel Earhart and Tyler Ross; and her great- granddaughter: Kira Walters.

Elaine M. Nolt, four-month-old infant daughter of David B. and Melva B. (Martin) Nolt of New Holland, passed away Saturday, April 21, 2012, at her home. She died of spinal muscular atrophy and had been ill since birth.

In addition to her parents, Elaine is survived by three sisters: Janette M., Dorothy M. and Linda M. Nolt, all at home; her paternal grandparents: Floyd and Jane (Burkholder) Nolt, of New Holland; maternal grandparents: John Mark and Etta (Burkholder) Martin, of New Holland; maternal great-grandparents: George O. and Anna Mary (Nolt) Burkholder, of Ephrata; and maternal step-great-grandmother: Katie M. (Martin) Martin, of New Holland.

She was preceded in death by a brother: Floyd Ray Nolt (January 2011) and a sister, Luanna Nolt (July 2007).

Funeral services were held April 25 at her residence, New Holland, with further services at the Groffdale Frame Mennonite Church, West Earl Township, with Bishop Ammon Weaver officiating. Burial took place in the adjoining church cemetery.

Kindly omit flowers.

Arrangements were made by Stradling Funeral Homes Inc., Akron/Ephrata.

Robert Allen Nissley, 63, of Ephrata, passed away Monday, April 16, 2012 at the Lebanon VA Hospital following a brief illness.

He was born in Lancaster County, a son of the late David Rintz and Mary (Fritz) Nissley and the adopted Robert Nissley. He was the husband of Barbara E. (Goshert) Nissley. They were married 42 years this past August.

Robert was a member of the American Legion Cloister Post #3376. An avid motorcyclist, he was also a member of the Gray Beards and Southern Cruisers. A wood worker, he worked at Signature Cabinetry and had served in the U.S. Navy.

Surviving in addition to his wife, is his daughter: Melissa Elizabeth, wife of Kevin Anthony Freed, of Denver; two grandchildren: Benjamin and Lillian; brother: David Rintz, of Fort Lauderdale; half-brother: Michael Rintz, of Manheim; and half-sister: Joyce Bixler, of Manheim.

A viewing was held April 20 at the Roseboro Stradling Funeral Home, Denver. Interment took place in the Indiantown Gap National Cemetery with full military honors April 23.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Robert’s memory may be made to the Yoder Fund, c/o Ephrata National Bank, 31 East Main Street, Ephrata, PA 17522.

Mary Jane Nagley, 86, of Ephrata, passed away Wednesday, April 18, 2012 at the Ephrata Manor, where she had been a guest for four years.

Born June 19, 1925 in Lancaster, she was the daughter of the late Frank Z. and Helen E. Richwine and wife of the late Daniel E. Nagley.

Mary attended the Lancaster School District, worked for Kerr Glass for 28 years and was a member of Covenant United Methodist Church in Lancaster.

Mary will be lovingly remembered by her son: Earl W., husband of Kay E. Richwine, of Ephrata; her grandson: David E., husband of Michelle Richwine, of Stevens; her three great-granddaughters: Erin, Sara and Allyson Richwine; her sisters: Dorothy Nicklaus, of Manheim; and Edna Pipkin, of Lancaster; and her brother: Frank R. Richwine, of Leola.

She was preceded in death by a sister: Grace Groff; and a brother: Paul L. Richwine.

Her funeral services were held from Fred F. Groff Inc., Lancaster, April 24 with Samuel Eshelman officiating. Interment was held at Conestoga Memorial Park.

If desired, memorials may be sent in Mary’s memory to the American Heart Association, 610 Community Way, Lancaster, PA 17603.

Price M. Morris, 88, of Ephrata, passed away Saturday. April 21, 2012 at Ephrata Manor.

He was born in Lancaster to the late John and Anna (Nixdorf) Morris and was the husband of Gloria J. (Gelzenlichter) Morris.

Price served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He served in the CBI War Dog Detachment in China, Burma and India Asiatic Campaign of War, where he received the Good Conduct Medal, two Bronze Campaign Stars and China Medal. Price and his war dog named Pete were attached to the Merrill’s Marauders and then transferred to the Mars Task Force. They remained in India until after the war. Price and War Dog Pete were both honorably discharged from the U.S. Army. Price kept his beloved Pete until Pete’s death in 1952. Price attended the First United Methodist Church, Ephrata. He was a member of the China, Burma, India Veterans Association. Price was a member of the Great Valley Basha of Reading/Allentown, the Keystone Basha of Harrisburg, a life member of the NRA, the Pennsylvania Rifle and Pistol Association, the Columbia Fish and Game Association, VFW Post #8757, Mountville, and American Legion Post #34, Lancaster. He especially loved dogs, and was an honorary member of the Vietnam Dog Handler Association. During his working years, Price was a parts maker for RCA from 1952 until 1985 when he retired.

Vera M. Hoover, 61, of Reading, passed away Sunday, April 22, 2012 at her residence.

She was born in Ephrata Township to the late Curvin S. and Anna (Martin) Hursh and was the wife of Elam G. Hoover .

She was a member of Walnuttown Mennonite Church, Weaverland Conference.

In addition to her husband, Vera is survived by a daughter: Shereen H., wife of Leon R. Garman, of Reading; four sons: Jolin H. Hoover, of Stevens; Marcus L. Hoover, of Ephrata; Keith H., husband of Malinda S. (Horst) Hoover, of Mohrsville; and Derrill L., husband of Marilyn L. (Musser) Hoover, of Ephrata; brothers and sisters: Paul H., husband of Barbara N. (Sensenig) Hursh, of Lititz; Mary E., wife of the late Ervin B. Rutt, of Manheim; Helen M., wife of Elvin W. Hurst, of Newmanstown; Kathryn I., wife of Clarence M. Nolt, of Myerstown; Curvin M., husband of Joanne (Yoder) Hursh, of Horns Lake, Miss.; and Amos M., husband of Laura B. (Eberly) Hursh, of Ephrata; and eight grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 8:45 a.m. on April 27 at the Martindale Reception Center, 905 Martindale Road, Martindale, with further services at 9:30 a.m. from the Cocalico Mennonite Church, 979 White Oak Road, Denver, with Bishop Leon Zimmerman officiating. Interment will be in the Cocalico Mennonite Cemetery.

Gertrude A. "Sue" Hoch, 88, of Ephrata, died Wednesday, April 18, 2012, in Lancaster General Hospital.

Born in Stratford, Conn., she is the daughter of the late Alfred and Gertrude (Bowers) Preistley and wife of Walter W. Hoch, who died Jan. 26, 2010.

A member of Peace United Church of Christ (UCC), Denver, she was previously an active member of First Congregational UCC, Stratford. Sue was active in all levels with Girl Scouts of America.

Surviving is a daughter: Jane E., wife of Edmond Frost, of Virginia Beach, Va.; and a son: Rev. William E., husband of Janis K. Hoch, of Stevens; granddaughters: Jessica and Pamela; and a great-grandson: Braydon.

She was predeceased by brothers: Frederick, Kenneth and Edward Priestley. Funeral services were held April 22 in the Donecker Chapel of Ephrata Manor, Ephrata, with Chaplain Sally Maxwell officiating. Private interment took place at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery.

Kindly omit flowers. Contributions may be made to Peace UCC, Secure Our Future Campaign, 37 E. Swartzville Road, Denver, PA 17517.

Good Funeral Home, Reamstown, is honored to be serving the Hoch Family. For more information, visit goodfuneral.com.

By: ROCHELLE A. SHENK Review Correspondent, Staff Writer

Shown here is Stoudt's Black Angus Restaurant & Pub in 1968, remodeled with the Victorian outside.

Celebrating the milestones in our lives is always fantastic, but when an anniversary celebration benefits the local community, that’s even better.

The owners and staff at Stoudt’s complex in Adamstown has a lot to celebrate this year — it’s the 50th anniversary of Stoudt’s Black Angus Restaurant & Pub, the 40th anniversary of the Black Angus Antiques Mall and the 25th anniversary of Stoudt’s Brewing Company.

An anniversary event will celebrate these milestones at 8 p.m. on May 11 at Stoudt’s Beer Garden, 2800 North Reading Road (Route 272), Adamstown. Tickets are $35 and include music by The Ryan Wickersham Band, food including cheese and bread from the Wonderful Good Market (operated by Liz Stoudt), some items from Black Angus chef Jim Carr and some specially crafted anniversary brews. Not only is it a night to celebrate Stoudt’s anniversary trifecta, but all of the proceeds will be donated to the Adamstown Area Library.

A chicken pie or oyster pie supper will be held on April 21 from 3 p.m. until sold out at the Bowmansville Fire Company. Takeouts will be available.

The fire company is located just off Route 625 in Bowmansville.