Samantha Moyer, age 42, of Frankford, Del., formerly of Bowmansville, passed away Wednesday, June 6, 2012 at the Delaware Hospice Center in Milford, Del.

Born in Ephrata, she was the daughter of Cindy F. Evans of Frankford and the late Robert L. Moyer.

Sam was a graduate of Garden Spot High School class of 1989. She enjoyed animals, crafts, music and dancing.

In addition to her mother, she is survived by her stepfather: Jack Evans, of Frankford; a half-sister: Christina Pennabaker, of Morgantown; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins living in Pennsylvania.

Services will be held at the convenience of the family.

Memorial donations may be sent to the Tunnell Cancer Center, 18947 John J. Williams Highway, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971 or Delaware Hospice Center, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963.

Online condolences may be sent by visiting melsonfuneralservices.com.

Elmer S. Martin, 84, of Denver, passed away Friday, June 8, 2012.

He was born in Hahnstown to the late Clayton and Annie (Sensenig) Martin and was the husband of Margaret (Lucas) Martin.

Funeral services were private at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements were made by Stradling Funeral Homes Inc., Akron/Ephrata. Online condolences can be given at stradlingfuneralhome.com.

Pauline Good, 75, of Denver, passed away Sunday, June 10, 2012 at Essa Flory Center, Hospice of Lancaster County.

She was born in Ephrata Township to the late Paul and Armeda (Hess) Weinhold and was the wife of Clair Good, who were married 55 years.

Pauline was a member of the Christian Fellowship Church, New Holland. A homemaker, she graduated in 1954 from Governor Mifflin High School. Pauline enjoyed nature and hobbies were gardening, reading, canning fruits and vegetables. She especially enjoyed her grandchildren.

In addition to her husband, Pauline is survived by her daughters: Anne L., wife of John A. Nolt, of Reinholds; and Loretta F., wife of Randy A. Gehman, of Lancaster; three brothers: Leonard W., husband of Fern (Glass) Weinhold, of Denver; Richard L. Weinhold, of Gordonville; and Douglas E. Weinhold, fiancé of Terry Zook, of East Earl; a sister: Barbara A., wife of Thomas McHale, of North Palm Beach, Fla.; and grandchildren: Clifton, Katlin and Jason Nolt and Andrew and Bethany Gehman.

She was preceded in death by her brothers: Leon P. and Michael Weinhold; and an infant sister: Linda Weinhold.

Helen L. Fry, 80, of Manheim, died peacefully following a lengthy battle with cancer Saturday, June 16, 2012 at Hospice of Lancaster County, Mount Joy.

Born in West Earl Township, she was the daughter of the late George and Lizzie Geibe Keller.

Helen worked for International Signal and Control Corporation, Lancaster, for 11 years. A 1949 graduate of the Ephrata High School (EHS), her interests included: flower gardening, bowling, walking and reading. Helen had a life-long passion for her family and enjoyed spending time and being involved with her children and grandchildren.

Surviving is a son: William A. Jr., husband of D. May Witman Fry, of Manheim; two sisters: Karen L. wife of Richard H. Phillips, of Lancaster; Kim L., wife of James C. Sherk, of Manheim; five granddaughters: Terra, Dori, Crystal, Carrie and Casey; and five great grandchildren.

Preceding her in death are six sisters and three brothers.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a time of visitation with Helen’s family to share, remember and celebrate Helen’s life at the Buch Funeral Home 21 Market Square, Manheim, on June 21 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Interment service will be private and at the convenience of the family in Penryn Cemetery, Penn Township.

Bertha G. Fassnacht, 79, of Ephrata, went home to be with her Heavenly Father Tuesday, June 12, 2012 at her home.

She was born in West Cocalico Township to the late Phares and Lillie (Getz) Fasnacht and was the wife of the late Clarence M. Fassnacht.

Bertha was a member of Liberty Baptist Church, Lincoln. Prior to her retirement, Bertha was employed at the Hopeland Manufacturing Company. She enjoyed going out to eat and spending time with her family, and after retirement enjoyed attending yard sales. Bertha crocheted lap blankets for veterans at the Walter Reed Army Hospital and the Lebanon VA Hospital.

Bertha is survived by a daughter: Danette K. Burkholder, of Ephrata; daughter in law: Debbie (Wiegand) Fassnacht, of Reinholds; two grandsons: Jeffrey Jr., husband of Wendy Fassnacht; and Dwayne, husband of Holly Fassnacht; four great-grandchildren; eight step-great-grandchildren; a great-great-granddaughter; and a sister: Eleanor Pannebecker, of Schoeneck.

In addition to her husband and parents, she is preceded in death by her son: Jeffrey L. Fassnacht, in 2010; and her companion: Harold M. Sweigart, in 2005.

Funeral services were held on June 15 at Roseboro Stradling Funeral Home, Denver, with Pastor Jeffrey Martin officiating. Interment will take place in the Mellinger Union Cemetery, Schoeneck.

Eugene L. "Gene" Moyer, 67, of Denver, passed away Sunday, June 17, 2012 at his home surrounded by his family.

He was born in Denver to the late Alvin H. and Katie (Showalter) Moyer and was the husband of Janice F. (Lyons) Moyer, with whom he shared 47 years of marriage.

Gene was a member of Swamp Lutheran Church, Reinholds. He loved his family and was a gentle and kind man who always looked out for others. He also enjoyed having picnics on the farm. Gene was a self-employed landscaper.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children: Stacey, wife of Troy Pannebecker, of Bristow, Va.; Shawn, husband of Shawna Moyer, of Denver; and Jennifer, wife of Ben Thomas, of Camp Hill; four grandchildren: Courtney Pannebecker, Laura Beth Pannebecker, Dakota Moyer and Celestine Thomas; and a sister: Kathryn, wife of Michael Miller, of Reamstown.

A funeral service will be held on June 21 at 10 a.m. at the Roseboro Stradling Funeral Home, 533 Walnut St., Denver, with Rev. Dennis L.Trout officiating. Interment will take place in the Swamp Cemetery.

Memorial contributions in Gene’s memory may be made to Swamp Lutheran Church, 275 Swamp Church Road, Reinholds, PA 17569.

By: JACQUELINE WATSON Review Correspondent, Staff Writer

Speed limit concerns for parts of Snyder Lane were addressed at a recent Clay Township board of supervisors meeting.

Complaints have been received by Clay Township about the high speed vehicles travel when passing by Snyder Community Park. The speed limit passing the park is not posted automatically, making the speed limit on the rural road 55 mph. Concerned residents feel that the speed driven past the park is unsafe.

Nearby is also the residential development of Clearview Gardens. The township is allowed to post a speed limit of 25 mph on the strip of road that passes by the development and the park without doing an engineering study. To post a speed limit on that strip of road other than 25 mph would require a study. The board felt that the proximity of the development and the park warranted a low speed of 25 mph.

"I think it’s a good idea to slow people down around the park. You’ve got people walking out. There might be people parking along the street. We’re going to have walking paths in there soon," said vice-chairman Justin Harnish, later adding, "I think I’d be comfortable with 25 through the park area."

The 2012 Relay for Life of Norlanco to benefit the American Cancer Society will be held on June 15 and 16 at the Cocalico High School football stadium complex. The schedule is as follows.

June 15 at 4 p.m., Relay begins; 5 p.m., Survivor Reception; 6 p.m. Opening Ceremonies–Survivor/Caregiver lap; 7 p.m., Team Captain lap with live music by Joe Lerman; 7:30 p.m., Miss Relay contest on the main stage; 9 p.m., Luminaria Service; 10 p.m., Glow with Hope lap in honor of Gordy Klatt, founder of Relay for Life with live music by Joe Lerman; 11 p.m., Power of Purple lap–wear Relay purple; 11:30 p.m., Banana Olympics (teams of three) and Apple/Kiss contest (teams of two) on the main stage.

By: ANDY FASNACHT Review Editor afasnacht.eph@lnpnews.com, Staff Writer

Emotions were felt by many Friday night, including senior Brittany Bear.

When a rainbow replaced an ominous black cloud literally hanging right over the 2012 commencement exercises for Ephrata High School, it would be easy for the 328 seniors to believe that even more good fortune awaits them than ever imagined.

Forced to put in a "Plan C," as a light rain began falling at War Memorial Field Friday night just as the 117th ceremony began, superintendent Dr. Gerald Rosati seemed to use the power of positive thinking to keep the storms at bay.

"It’s not rain," he said with a smile.

Stating that since the "Plan B" of going to the spacious middle school gymnasium across the highway was no longer feasible, Dr. Rosati said that should the downpours arrive, the event would be taken to the high school auditorium, where the crowd would unfortunately be limited to immediate family members only.

Fortunately for all, not only did the black clouds move through with a minimum of sprinkles–but a few minutes later the sun burst through over the War Memorial Cemetery, and moments later, a rainbow caught formed above the football scoreboard and caught the attention of nearly all in attendance.

By: Alice Hummer Review Correspondent, Staff Writer

The June 11 East Cocalico Supervisors meeting was held at the Reamstown Fire Hall. This annual off-site meeting makes it easier for citizens interested in local government to attend.

Special recognition was given to East Cocalico Police Officer Brian Dilliplaine for his heroic act of bravery at the December 2011 house fire in Stevens. Officer Dilliplaine broke the fall of a young woman who jumped from the second story of the burning residence, which was engulfed in flames, into the black, smoky night. Officer Dilliplaine is credited with saving her life.

Police Chief George Beever said Officer Dilliplaine received the Lancaster County Fire Chief’s Bravery Award at the association’s May 20 banquet.

"We congratulate Officer Dilliplaine," said supervisor chairman Doug Mackley. "It is nothing short of miraculous that he arrived in time to be on with the 911 dispatcher and to locate, in that pitch black night with heavy smoke, the young woman and rescue her. The 22 police officers and all of our volunteer firemen put their lives on the line every time they answer a call. We appreciate what they do very much."