Marcella Wertz passed away on Wednesday, April 13, 2016 in her 90^th year. She was born in Mountville, daughter of Chester and Anna Harmes Kauffman and was the widow of Joseph S. Wertz, III who passed away March 17, 1983.  She was a member of the Washington Boro Church of God and a volunteer in the nursery department.  A member of Tops/Kops, Lancaster, she also enjoyed traveling, gardening, and crafts. Employed at Hamilton Watch Co. and Vantage Watches, she retired from Khan Lucas, Columbia.

     Surviving are: two sons, Ronald husband of Dona and James husband of Dianne; two grandchildren, Tanya Goss, Jason Wertz; three great-grandchildren; a number of nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her grandson, Timothy C. Wertz.

     The family would like to express their most sincere appreciation to the staff at Susquehanna Valley Nursing and Rehab Center for the excellent care and the love shown to their mother.

     Per Marcella's wishes, there will be no funeral services and interment will be private, at the convenience of the family.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Washington Boro Church of God.