Damarius N. Galarza, 18, of Lebanon, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026, at his residence.

Born in Lebanon on July 17, 2007, he was the son of Michelle L. (Swartswelder) Franco of Lebanon. Damarius was a senior at Cedar Crest High School and was an honor roll student who would have graduated this spring. He worked at Wendy’s Restaurant in Lebanon, where he was a cook. He played football and was on the track and field team for Cedar Crest. He liked attending Lebanon Co. Career & Technology Center and playing the piano. He was an avid Philadelphia Eagles fan. Damarius was part of the Cub Scout and Boys Scout program. Most of all, he enjoyed being with his family, hanging out with his friends, and being with his cat, Nugget.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by his sister, Aliaza Morales; maternal grandparents, Ronald Jr. and Kathy Light; niece, Nathalia; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and extended family.

Funeral services will be held at 6 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at Kreamer & Lum Funeral Home & Crematory, Jonestown. There will be a viewing from 4 p.m. until the start of the service. Burial will be at the convenience of the family.

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