Barbara Ann Rotz (Foreman), 85, passed away on July 19, 2026. Born August 4, 1940 in Hershey, she was the daughter of the late Ralph and Dorothea (Leffler) Foreman.
A graduate of Pine Grove High School class of 1958, Barbara then obtained her cosmetology license. She worked part time at Burke’s soda/luncheon counter and Cherry Lane Dairy while balancing the needs of her growing family before embarking on a career with JC Penney at the South Gate and Chambersburg Mall locations. She retired from the Penney company as senior merchandise manager after 30+ years.
Barbara is survived by her sons, Kenneth Ditzler, husband of Catherine, of Chambersburg; and Kirk Ditzler of Ocean Park, ME; grandchildren Rachael Ditzler and fiancée, Luke Pisano, of Cincinnati, OH; Brent Ditzler of Johnson City, TN; and Devin Ditzler and fiancée, Sierra Miller, of Chambersburg. Additionally she is survived by stepchildren Barbara Parrish, wife of David, of Chambersburg, and Brian Rotz, husband of Karen, of West Chester, PA.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Richard C. Rotz; a son, Kyle Ditzler; and siblings Ralph S. Foreman and Mary Kerschner.
Arrangements have been entrusted with Sellers Funeral Home. A graveside ceremony will be held on Thursday, August 13, at Cedar Grove Cemetery on North Franklin Street, Chambersburg, at 3:00 p.m. with the Rev. Brenda Doyle officiating. Honors by Martha Custis Chapter 342 O.E.S. will be held at 2:45 p.m. Family and friends are invited to the gathering room at Grayce Gardens following the service from 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Memorial donations may be made to Franklin Hospice or Mercy House of Chambersburg.
Condolences may be expressed at www.sellersfuneralhome.com.
