Katharine K. Wagner-Elfner
Funeral Director, Owner
Katharine was born and raised in South York and graduated from Oldfields School in Glencoe, Maryland, in 2005. She attended Albright College as a pre-med major before stepping away to explore other career paths. After several years working in outside sales throughout York and Adams Counties, Katharine felt a strong pull toward a more service-driven profession … one centered on care, connection, and purpose.
In 2017, she returned to school full time while continuing to work, completing the coursework required to apply to the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science. She entered the funeral profession in 2019, completed her internship and embalming requirements, and graduated from PIMS in 2021. Katharine became a licensed funeral director in Pennsylvania in January of 2022. Her commitment to learning every aspect of funeral service ultimately led to ownership of the former Burg Funeral Home on May 16, 2023.
Katharine and her husband, Nathan, have two sons, Sam and Maxwell, who are often seen around the funeral home, along with their two golden doodles, Pete and Frank. Outside of work, Katharine enjoys spending time with her family, cooking, weight lifting & running, cruising, and weekly Sunday dinners with extended family.
Katharine is deeply passionate about funeral service and values being present for families from the very first call through the final moments of remembrance. She considers it an honor to be entrusted with the care of a loved one and to guide families through one of the most difficult times in their lives.
Katharine K. Wagner-Elfner
Funeral Director, Owner
Katharine was born and raised in South York and graduated from Oldfields School in Glencoe, Maryland, in 2005. She attended Albright College as a pre-med major before stepping away to explore other career paths. After several years working in outside sales throughout York and Adams Counties, Katharine felt a strong pull toward a more service-driven profession … one centered on care, connection, and purpose.
In 2017, she returned to school full time while continuing to work, completing the coursework required to apply to the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science. She entered the funeral profession in 2019, completed her internship and embalming requirements, and graduated from PIMS in 2021. Katharine became a licensed funeral director in Pennsylvania in January of 2022. Her commitment to learning every aspect of funeral service ultimately led to ownership of the former Burg Funeral Home on May 16, 2023.
Katharine and her husband, Nathan, have two sons, Sam and Maxwell, who are often seen around the funeral home, along with their two golden doodles, Pete and Frank. Outside of work, Katharine enjoys spending time with her family, cooking, weight lifting & running, cruising, and weekly Sunday dinners with extended family.
Katharine is deeply passionate about funeral service and values being present for families from the very first call through the final moments of remembrance. She considers it an honor to be entrusted with the care of a loved one and to guide families through one of the most difficult times in their lives.
Nathan Elfner
Co-Owner, Chief Financial Officer
Nathan was born and raised in Red Lion and graduated from Red Lion High School in 2005. He obtained his Bachelors of Business Administration & Marketing from Penn State University and has worked as a realtor with Century 21 Dale Realty Company in Red Lion since 2009. While Nathan is still involved in the day to day operations at the funeral home, he is still active in real estate and will continue to be for the foreseeable future. He enjoys interacting with the families at the funeral home and assisting with all funeral services. In his free time, he enjoys exercising, playing golf, traveling and being at home with his family.
Nathan Elfner
Co-Owner, Chief Financial Officer
Nathan was born and raised in Red Lion and graduated from Red Lion High School in 2005. He obtained his Bachelors of Business Administration & Marketing from Penn State University and has worked as a realtor with Century 21 Dale Realty Company in Red Lion since 2009. While Nathan is still involved in the day to day operations at the funeral home, he is still active in real estate and will continue to be for the foreseeable future. He enjoys interacting with the families at the funeral home and assisting with all funeral services. In his free time, he enjoys exercising, playing golf, traveling and being at home with his family.
Chris Boggs
Managing Funeral Director & Licensed Pre-Need Director
Chris Boggs was born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland, and relocated to Pennsylvania in 2020. He currently resides in Southern York County with his wife, Michelle, and daughter, Skylar.
Chris is a graduate of John A. Gupton College in Nashville, Tennessee, where he earned his Associate of Applied Science degree in Mortuary Science. He is a licensed Funeral Director in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and a licensed Mortician in the State of Maryland. Chris also holds licensure to offer preneed and prefunded funeral arrangements, allowing families the opportunity to thoughtfully plan ahead with confidence and peace of mind.
With years of hands-on experience and a strong foundation in compassionate, professional care, Chris was selected by the ownership team to manage this location based on his leadership, knowledge of the profession, and commitment to excellence in service. He values the trust placed in him and strives to uphold the highest standards for the families and community he serves.
Growing up in Baltimore has given Chris a deep appreciation for serving diverse communities, and he takes great pride in caring for families throughout both Pennsylvania and Maryland, particularly the communities surrounding Delta.
Chris’s mission is to serve every family with dignity, transparency, and genuine compassion, while honoring each life with the care and respect it deserves.
Chris Boggs
Managing Funeral Director & Licensed Pre-Need Director
Chris Boggs was born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland, and relocated to Pennsylvania in 2020. He currently resides in Southern York County with his wife, Michelle, and daughter, Skylar.
Chris is a graduate of John A. Gupton College in Nashville, Tennessee, where he earned his Associate of Applied Science degree in Mortuary Science. He is a licensed Funeral Director in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and a licensed Mortician in the State of Maryland. Chris also holds licensure to offer preneed and prefunded funeral arrangements, allowing families the opportunity to thoughtfully plan ahead with confidence and peace of mind.
With years of hands-on experience and a strong foundation in compassionate, professional care, Chris was selected by the ownership team to manage this location based on his leadership, knowledge of the profession, and commitment to excellence in service. He values the trust placed in him and strives to uphold the highest standards for the families and community he serves.
Growing up in Baltimore has given Chris a deep appreciation for serving diverse communities, and he takes great pride in caring for families throughout both Pennsylvania and Maryland, particularly the communities surrounding Delta.
Chris’s mission is to serve every family with dignity, transparency, and genuine compassion, while honoring each life with the care and respect it deserves.
Chad Lutz
Supervisor & Funeral Director, Licensed Pre-Need Director
Chad M. Lutz, was born and raised in Columbia. He graduated from Columbia High School and went on to graduate from Lebanon Valley College where he earned a degree in Biology with a minor in Religious Studies.
Following his graduation from LVC, he decided to follow a calling he had since being an Altar Server at Funeral Masses, and pursue becoming a funeral director. He graduated from Catonsville Community College with a degree in Mortuary Science. Following his internship he became a licensed funeral director in 1999. He has spent over 25 years serving the people of York and Lancaster Counties. In 2024 he was appointed by Governor Josh Shapiro to the Pennsylvania State Board of Funeral Directors.
He currently resides in Wrightsville with his wife Courtney and their children. In his free time Chad loves to be outside, whether taking care of his lawn, working in his vegetable garden, or pulling a bass out of the Susquehanna while in his kayak.
He is excited to join the Wagner-Elfner and Burg Funeral Home and Cremation Services, and continue his dedication to serving those experiencing the loss of a loved one.
Chad Lutz
Supervisor & Funeral Director, Licensed Pre-Need Director
Chad M. Lutz, was born and raised in Columbia. He graduated from Columbia High School and went on to graduate from Lebanon Valley College where he earned a degree in Biology with a minor in Religious Studies.
Following his graduation from LVC, he decided to follow a calling he had since being an Altar Server at Funeral Masses, and pursue becoming a funeral director. He graduated from Catonsville Community College with a degree in Mortuary Science. Following his internship he became a licensed funeral director in 1999. He has spent over 25 years serving the people of York and Lancaster Counties. In 2024 he was appointed by Governor Josh Shapiro to the Pennsylvania State Board of Funeral Directors.
He currently resides in Wrightsville with his wife Courtney and their children. In his free time Chad loves to be outside, whether taking care of his lawn, working in his vegetable garden, or pulling a bass out of the Susquehanna while in his kayak.
He is excited to join the Wagner-Elfner and Burg Funeral Home and Cremation Services, and continue his dedication to serving those experiencing the loss of a loved one.
In Memoriam – Patricia C. “Patti” Hushon Lovelidge (1958–2025)
Patricia C. (Thomas) Hushon Lovelidge — affectionately known as Patti — faithfully served the families of Harkins Funeral Home from 1994 until her retirement in early 2025. For more than three decades, Patti was a steady, compassionate presence behind the scenes and a familiar, comforting face to many in our community.
What began as part-time work to support her young family grew into a lifelong calling. Over the years, Patti’s role evolved significantly as she assumed responsibility for many of the day-to-day operations of the funeral home, helping ensure that every family was cared for with dignity, organization, and genuine compassion. Her dedication, attention to detail, and unwavering heart for service made her an indispensable part of the Harkins team and a trusted support to countless families.
A devout Christian, Patti viewed her work not simply as a job, but as ministry. In 2019, she founded the Gone Too Soon program — an all-volunteer outreach providing comfort and dignity to families grieving the loss of an infant. Through her faith, leadership, and tireless advocacy, the program expanded to serve four Maryland hospitals and continues today as a lasting testament to her compassion and vision.
Beyond the funeral home, Patti was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, mentor, and community leader. She was deeply involved in agricultural youth programs, helping establish nationally recognized dairy exhibitions that shaped and inspired thousands of young people. She was also an avid quilter, lovingly creating handmade blankets for the many families and children she cherished.
Patti passed away peacefully on May 29, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her husband, Jeffrey Lovelidge; her sons Joshua (Casey), Jacob (Wendy), and Joseph (Ashley); her brother David (Gail) Thomas; and her beloved grandchildren Toby, Beckham, Trace, and Dalton, with a fifth grandchild expected.
Her legacy lives on through the countless lives she touched, the families she comforted, and the ministry she built. Patti’s kindness, faith, and servant’s heart continue to inspire us daily. She will always remain part of the Harkins family.
In Memoriam – Patricia C. “Patti” Hushon Lovelidge (1958–2025)
Patricia C. (Thomas) Hushon Lovelidge — affectionately known as Patti — faithfully served the families of Harkins Funeral Home from 1994 until her retirement in early 2025. For more than three decades, Patti was a steady, compassionate presence behind the scenes and a familiar, comforting face to many in our community.
What began as part-time work to support her young family grew into a lifelong calling. Over the years, Patti’s role evolved significantly as she assumed responsibility for many of the day-to-day operations of the funeral home, helping ensure that every family was cared for with dignity, organization, and genuine compassion. Her dedication, attention to detail, and unwavering heart for service made her an indispensable part of the Harkins team and a trusted support to countless families.
A devout Christian, Patti viewed her work not simply as a job, but as ministry. In 2019, she founded the Gone Too Soon program — an all-volunteer outreach providing comfort and dignity to families grieving the loss of an infant. Through her faith, leadership, and tireless advocacy, the program expanded to serve four Maryland hospitals and continues today as a lasting testament to her compassion and vision.
Beyond the funeral home, Patti was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, mentor, and community leader. She was deeply involved in agricultural youth programs, helping establish nationally recognized dairy exhibitions that shaped and inspired thousands of young people. She was also an avid quilter, lovingly creating handmade blankets for the many families and children she cherished.
Patti passed away peacefully on May 29, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her husband, Jeffrey Lovelidge; her sons Joshua (Casey), Jacob (Wendy), and Joseph (Ashley); her brother David (Gail) Thomas; and her beloved grandchildren Toby, Beckham, Trace, and Dalton, with a fifth grandchild expected.
Her legacy lives on through the countless lives she touched, the families she comforted, and the ministry she built. Patti’s kindness, faith, and servant’s heart continue to inspire us daily. She will always remain part of the Harkins family.
Pamela Hommel, Debbie Beard, Julie Beard, Loreena Sampson, Michelle Shearer, Ginger Herbst
The Harkins Ladies are an integral part of the service that is provided to our families. Each lady is available at all viewing and funeral services held at the funeral home or location of the family's choice. They offer a calm reassurance upon your arrival and can answer any questions or concerns you may have.
Pamela Hommel, Debbie Beard, Julie Beard, Loreena Sampson, Michelle Shearer, Ginger Herbst
The Harkins Ladies are an integral part of the service that is provided to our families. Each lady is available at all viewing and funeral services held at the funeral home or location of the family's choice. They offer a calm reassurance upon your arrival and can answer any questions or concerns you may have.
Rusty Leftwich, Anthony Hall, Troy Boothe, Mark Rudd, Jeff Herbst, Ron Rosen
These gentlemen provide attention and care to the families that Harkins Funeral Home is honored to serve. They provide the initial care of your loved one by transporting them to the funeral home after their time of death. Other duties include parking assistance for viewings and funerals, helping guests navigate the grounds, assisting the Harkins Ladies and performing indoor, outdoor and vehicle maintenance. Their knowledge, expertise and compassion is unmatched.
Rusty Leftwich, Anthony Hall, Troy Boothe, Mark Rudd, Jeff Herbst, Ron Rosen
These gentlemen provide attention and care to the families that Harkins Funeral Home is honored to serve. They provide the initial care of your loved one by transporting them to the funeral home after their time of death. Other duties include parking assistance for viewings and funerals, helping guests navigate the grounds, assisting the Harkins Ladies and performing indoor, outdoor and vehicle maintenance. Their knowledge, expertise and compassion is unmatched.
