Obituaries

Elsie N. Mellinger Charles, 90

November 16, 2020

Elsie N. Mellinger Charles, 90, of Strasburg, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, on Sunday, November 15, 2020 at the home of her son Arthur Mellinger.

She was the wife of the late Roy H. Charles for twenty-one years. Her first husband, Albert Mellinger died in 1991. Born in Manor Township, she was the daughter of the late Norman and Ida Leaman Newcomer.

Elsie will be lovingly remembered by three sons, Robert (Nancy), Quarryville, Richard (Karen), Lancaster, and Arthur (Becky), Strasburg; stepchildren, James Charles, Millersville and Anna (Dwight) Houser, Glenfield, NY; 7 grandchildren, 3 step-grandchildren and 7 step-great-grandchildren; and a brother Edward Newcomer, Idaho, sister Miriam (James) Haverstick, Lancaster and sister-in-law Mary Newcomer, Bellefontaine, OH.

She was preceded in death by brothers Earl Newcomer and Arthur Newcomer.

Elsie worked as a bookkeeper for Educators Mutual Insurance Company and kept records for the dairy farm and Meals on Wheels. She enjoyed balancing the books to the penny. In later years, she prepared food at John Herr Market and Strasburg Market Basket. She was a member of Strasburg Mennonite Church.

Elsie will be remembered for her love of family, her quiet and gentle spirit, her smile, and baking whoopie pies.

A viewing will take place Saturday November 21st from 9:30 to 11 AM, followed by the Funeral at 11 AM with Rev. John D. Meck officiating, at Strasburg Mennonite Church, 1514 Village Rd., Strasburg, PA. The service will be available to view through a Live Stream link on Elsie’s obituary page on BachmanSnyder.com.

Interment in Strasburg Mennonite Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to a charity of your choice.

Watch the tribute video

Leave a condolence on this Memorial Page

Condolences to the Family

November 22, 2020

We had an opportunity to watch your mom’s memorial service. We especially enjoyed hearing Megan’s memories of her grandmother. We can only imagine the influence she had on her family. We are so thankful for the opportunity we had to get to know many of your family over the years. We trust your faith will aid in helping you heal from the passing of your mother.
Marlin & Joan Rothermel & family

November 21, 2020

Our sympathy to the family with the passing of Elsie, What a beautiful, Godly woman we will certainly miss. We have sweet memories of Elsie and she was in my mother’s sunday school class. So thankful for the opportunity to watch the tribute services online with my mother. Thinking of you in this time,
Mike & Marilyn Martin & Anna Marie Groff

November 20, 2020

So sorry to hear of the passing of Elsie. She was a warm and friendly person who will be missed. My condolences.
Helen Bingaman – cousin

November 20, 2020

John and I are praying for Elsie’s family during this time. We have enjoyed staying in touch with Elsie over the years since high school via the circle letter. The eternal God is our refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms. Deuteronomy 33:27 KJV
John and Myrtle Shenk

November 19, 2020

So sorry to hear about the loss of your mother! We send our love and prayers as you say goodbye to your loved one. Cherish the memories!
Marlin, Joan and Family

November 18, 2020

we send our condolence and thinking of you.
BILL,CONNIE,TROY,JERRY,NICHOLE,BRITTNEY.

Visitation: Saturday, November 21, 2020; 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM; Strasburg Mennonite Church; 1514 Village Road; Strasburg, PA 17579
Map and Directions: Get Maps and Directions >
Services: Saturday, November 21, 2020; 11:00 AM; Strasburg Mennonite Church; 1514 Village Road; Strasburg, PA 17579
Map and Directions: Get Maps and Directions >