Thomas S. Eckert PALMYRA Thomas S. Eckert, 56, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 13, 2015, at home. He was born December 11, 1958, in Hershey, a son of Janet E. (Walters) Eckert and the late Richard B. Eckert. Tom was a graduate of Hershey High School and enjoyed riding his Harley and camping. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his domestic partner, Karen F. Albert; daughter, Katie Eckert; son, Matthew (Courtney) Eckert; brother, Richard E. (Jane) Eckert; sister, Cindy A. (Robert) Horst; grandchildren, Braden, Logan, and Adelynn Eckert, and Jayden and Olivia Neely; and numerous nieces and nephews. Services and interment will be held at the convenience of the family. If desired, memorial contributions be made to Castaway Critters, P.O. Box 1421, Harrisburg, PA 17105; or to the Caring Cupboard, 131 N. Railroad St., Palmyra, PA 17078. Hoover Funeral Homes & Crematory, Inc., of Hershey is handling the arrangements. Send condolences via the online guest book at www.hooverfuneralhome.com - See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/ldnews/obituary.aspx?pid=174876820...