Our Obituaries
George N. Halulakos
October 30, 1927 - January 20, 2018
George N. Halulakos 90, of Reading, who resided in Florida for the last 2 years, passed away January 20, 2018 in Beach House Assisted Living & Memory Care. His loving wife Thelma E. (Skipper) Halulakos passed away October 7, 2000. He was born in Reading on October 30, 1927 a son of the late Nicholas and Eva (Tretakis) Halulakos. George was a member of Sts. Constantine & Helen GOC, he served as a...
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Clara May Feger
May 28, 1925 - January 19, 2018
Clara May (Baker) Feger, 92, of Wernersville, passed away in Phoebe Berks on Friday, January 19, 2018. She was the loving wife of the late Clarence B. Feger whom passed away March 12, 1997.Clara was born in Reading on May 28, 1925, a daughter of the late Henry and Emma Brodman) Baker. She was a dedicated homemaker and was proud of her children. She liked to stay at home with family rather than...
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Patricia Aline Rentschler
June 14, 1928 - January 18, 2018
Patricia Aline (Longenecker) Rentschler, 89, of Muhlenberg Twp., formerly of the City of Reading, passed away peacefully in her sons home surrounded by family on Thursday, January 18, 2018. She was the wife of the late Robert S. Rentschler. Sadly, Robert passed on June 23, 2005. She was born in Reading on June 14, 1928, a daughter of the late Samuel M. and Margaret (Stiely) Longenecker. Patricia...
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Josephine Ann Scheifele
January 16, 1922 - January 13, 2018
Josephine Ann Scheifele 95, of Reading, passed away January 13, 2018 in Manor Care Sinking Spring. She was predeceased by her husband Charles Scheifele. Born in Reading on January 16, 1922 a daughter of the late Mr & Mrs Kiwak. Josephine is survived by her son Michael J and his wife Roxann Scheifele, 4 grandchildren; Tara Stewart, Christopher Scheifele, Christina Waltz, Joseph Scheifele, and 10...
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Richard William Noah
January 23, 1952 - January 9, 2018
Richard W. Noah Sr., 65, of Sinking Spring passed away January 9th, 2018 peacefully in his home. He was the husband of Donna M. (Moll) Noah; together they celebrated 46 years of marriage. Born January 23, 1952 in Pottsville, PA he was the son of the late James G and Eleanore (Flyte) Noah and son-in-law of Fern (Weaver) Moll and the late James H. Moll, Sr. Rick was employed for Sears for 27 years...
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Ernest Mancini
March 24, 1924 - January 9, 2018
Ernest Mancini, 93 of Leesport, passed away peacefully in the Lebanon Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Lebanon on Tuesday, January 9, 2018. He was the son of Antonio C. and Domenica (DiLaurenzio) Mancini and husband of Marian K. (Filbert) Mancini. He was born in Reading on March 24, 1924 and grew up in Reading. He was raised by his father because of his mother's long-term illness. He graduated...
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Lee Grant Harding
November 16, 1942 - December 26, 2017
Lee Grant Harding, 75, of Reading, passed away peacefully in the Wyomissing Nursing and Rehabilitation Center on Tuesday, December 26, 2017.Born in Reading on November 16, 1942, Lee was a son of the late Irvin Henry and Edna Mae (Witmer) Harding. He was a graduate of the Pennsylvania School for the Deaf in Philadelphia. He remained involved with the deaf community a received help from the Berks...
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Andrew Zuy
October 2, 1937 - December 24, 2017
Andrew Zuy, Jr., 80, of Reading, passed away suddenly in the Reading Hospital on Sunday, Dec. 24, 2017. He was the husband of Bertha M. (Janiszewski) Zuy for 58 years. The couple married in Hope Lutheran Church on January 24, 1959.Born in Reading on October 2, 1937, Andrew was one of 12 children of Andrew, Sr. and Anna (Kalabisko) Zuy. Andrew graduated from Reading High School, Class of 1955.He...
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Kenneth Warren Dawson
April 22, 1933 - December 10, 2017
Kenneth "Kenny" Warren Dawson, 84, of Birdsboro, passed away at home on Sunday, December 10, 2017. He was the husband of the late Mary Lou (Halterman) Dawson whom he was married to for 56 years. Born in Philadelphia on April 22, 1933, he was a son of the late William and Margaret Dawson and brother of eight siblings. Kenny served in the Korean War with the U.S. Army. He was employed for many...
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Dorothy Florence Englehart
June 21, 1925 - December 7, 2017
Dorothy Florence Englehart, 92, of Blandon passed away December 7, 2017, in The Lutheran Home at Topton surrounded by her loving family. Her husband, Edward J. Englehart, passed away on December 21, 1973.She was born in Reading on June 21, 1925.Dorothy was a member of St. Mark's UCC in Reading, where she was on the Ladies Auxiliary and participated in making Easter candy, quilting and cashews for...
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Helen A. Hartman
January 19, 1927 - December 6, 2017
Helen A. (Hiester) Hartman, 90, of Reading, passed away peacefully in ManorCare Laureldale on Wednesday, December 6, 2017. She was the loving wife of the late Albert K. "Red" Hartman.Born in Reading on January 19, 1927, she was a daughter of the late Daniel F. and Bernice M. (Gregory) Hiester. She was employed with Burlington as a sales clerk for 10 years before retiring.Helen was gregarious, fun...
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Thomas LaVerne Mountz
May 1, 1945 - November 28, 2017
Thomas L. Mountz 72, of Brecknock Township passed away November 28, 2017 in Penn State Milton S Hershey Medical Center. He is survived by his wife Judith A (Levan) Mountz. Born in West Reading on May 1, 1945 a son of Martha (Hoshauer) Mountz and the late LaVerne Mountz. Tom was employed by Seisler Machine & Fabrication as a fabricator welder for 36 years retiring there and was a member of Robeson...
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Elsie Caroline Stettler
January 23, 1922 - November 27, 2017
Elsie Caroline Stettler, 95, passed away November 27, 2017, in Berkshire Center.She was predeceased by her husband, Russell S. Stettler.Elsie was born in Lehighton, on January 23, 1922, a daughter of the late Alvin P. Jr. and Caroline (Wist) Gunkel.She was employed by RK Knitting Mills in Reading as a turner for 20 years, retiring in 1992. Elsie was an avid bingo player and she loved her...
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Richard William Slimmer
May 19, 1928 - November 27, 2017
Richard W. "Dick" Slimmer, 89, of Reading, passed away on November 27, 2017, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Marla B. (Gould) Slimmer and would have celebrated 65 years of marriage on January 12, 2018. Born on May 19, 1928, in Hyde Park, Reading, he was the son of the late Benjamin and Dorothy (White) Slimmer. He worked hard his whole life, sometimes working two...
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Harold James Hafer
March 13, 1936 - November 26, 2017
Harold "Jim" Hafer, 81, of Benton, passed away November 26, 2017, in Geisinger Medical Center.He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Judith A. (Schell) Hafer.Jim was born in Reading on March 13, 1936, a son of the late Henry L. and Dorothy (Reifsnyder) Hafer. He attended Kulp United Methodist Church and was a Navy veteran serving during the Suez Canal Crisis.Jim was employed by Richard L....
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Cheryl Lynn Guth
December 24, 1959 - October 18, 2017
Cheryl L Guth 57, of Reading passed away October 18, 2017. Born in Reading a daughter of Lloyd D Hartman and the late Geraldine E Moser. Survived by 2 children, Shaun A Guth, Vanessa M Shirey, 2 sisters; Cindy Hunsberger ,Carol Hartman, 1 brother Curtis Hartman, and 6 grandchildren. Auman's Inc. Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
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Warren Lew Noll
September 19, 1949 - October 16, 2017
Warren L. Noll, 68, of formerly of Reading, passed away on Monday, October 16, 2017 in the Lebanon Veterans Administration Medical Center.Born in Temple, he was a son of the late Henry Elias and Edith May (Keller) Noll.Warren was a former Reverend and enjoyed helping out on farms. He was also a veteran of the Marine Corps.Warren is survived by his brother, Henry Noll, Jr. of Hamburg and his...
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Robert Andrew Lakatos
November 27, 1951 - October 14, 2017
Robert "Bobby" A. Lakatos, 65, of Reading, passed away on Saturday, October 14, 2017.Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Bernard, Sr. and Hazel (Bonsall) Lakatos.Robert was the loving husband of Marie J. (Polley) Lakatos. They enjoyed 33 very happy years together.Robert was graduated from Reading High School and worked at K&L Woodworking for 37 years and Northeastern Lumber...
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Evelyn Murray Brown
May 24, 1921 - October 6, 2017
Evelyn M. Brown, 96, passed away October 6, 2017, in her residence with her daughter, Twila, and granddaughter, Tami, by her side. Her husband, Dalton F Brown, passed away June 29, 1996. She was born in Somerset County, on May 24, 1921, a daughter of the late Charles W. and Mary E. (Mankermyer) Murray.Evelyn was a member of Spring Valley Church of God. She is survived by her daughter, Twila...
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Scott Allen Kilpatrick
January 15, 1964 - October 4, 2017
Scott Allen Kilpatrick, 53, of Reading, passed away in his home on Wednesday, October 4, 2017.Born in Reading on January 15, 1964, he was a twin son of the late Charles R. and Dawn R. (Weiler) Kilpatrick. He was a 1982 graduate of Reading High School.Surviving is his twin brother: Gregory L. Kilpatrick of Fleetwood; sister: Kelly K. (Kilpatrick) Graham and her husband, Jeffrey of West Lawn and an...
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Dennis Earl Miller
September 26, 1942 - October 3, 2017
Dennis Earl Miller, 75, of Reading, passed away peacefully in Penn State Health- St. Joseph Hospital on Tuesday, October 3, 2017. He was the only son of the late Charles Elwood and Marian Elmeta (Kauffman) Miller.Born in Reading on September 26, 1942, Dennis was a Muhlenberg High School graduate, class of 1960. He served in the US Army and Army Reserve before being Honorably discharged.He was...
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James Herbert Moll
September 28, 1920 - October 2, 2017
James Herbert Moll Sr., passed away quietly in his residence on October 2, 2017. James was born on September 28, 1920, in Fleetwood, Pa. He was the son of late James O. and Anna R. (Koller) Moll. He is the husband of Fern L. (Weaver) Moll. They were married on October 8, 1946, by Alderman Charles Lease celebrating 70 years of marriage in 2016.He is survived by four children: daughter, Donna M.,...
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Wayne Curtis Kepley
August 15, 1957 - October 1, 2017
Wayne Curtis Kepley, 60, of Denver, PA, passed suddenly at home on Sunday, October 1, 2017.Born August 15, 1957 in Reading, PA, he was a son of the late Clarence A. and Ida A. (Kocher) Kepley. Wayne was the beloved husband of Darlene "Dar" Fay (Palmer) Kepley for 34 1/2 wonderful years. He and his wife lived in Shillington, Birdsboro and Ephrata, PA moving to Fuquay-Varina, NC for seven...
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Barry John Magee
October 26, 1938 - September 29, 2017
Barry John Magee, 78, of Goodyear, AZ, formerly of Hyde Park, passed away peacefully on Friday evening, September 29, 2017 in the Reading Hospital with his wife, Margene by his side.Born in Reading on October 26, 1938, Barry was the only child of the late John and Grace (Bensinger) Magee. He was a 1957 graduate of Muhlenberg High School and took pride in the fact that he kept in touch all these...
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James Harold Hamilton
March 5, 1941 - September 27, 2017
James H. Hamilton, 76, passed away in the Reading Hospital. James is predeceased in death by his parents James Hamilton and Arlene Hamilton.James was an Army Vietnam Era veteran. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Albert Hamilton; sister, Janice Knarr; and niece, Donna Deeds. Services are being handled privately by his family. Theo C. Auman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family at this...
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Daniel Heiser
October 25, 1967 - September 25, 2017
Daniel Heiser 49, of Norristown passed away September 25, 2017. He is survived by his fiancé Kimberly A Murphy. He was born in Darby, PA on October 25, 1967 a son of William G and Margaret A (Kelly) Heiser. Dan enjoyed watching spooky movies and was a prankster at heart. He was employed by Cooney Manufacturing, Co. in Pottstown as a quality control manager for over 22 years. Daniel is also...
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James Wesley Knight
October 20, 1945 - September 24, 2017
James Wesley Knight 71 of Reading, passed away peacefully at Penn State Health St Joseph on September 24, 2017. He was a beloved father, brother, grandfather, and great grandfather , and uncle who will be dearly missed. James was born in Reading on October 20, 1945 a son of the late James M and Julia (DeCors) Knight. He loved music and played with top bands playing many instruments. He enjoyed...
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Howard Albert Hurd
February 24, 1935 - September 22, 2017
Howard A. Hurd, 82, of Womelsdorf passed away on Friday, September 22, 2017 in Reading Hospital. He was the husband of Sarah Ann (Adams) Baker HurdBorn in New York, he was a son of the late Albert A. and Edith (Bakeman) Hurd. He was employed for many years with Sheet Metal Workers Union, Local #19, Philadelphia. He was an Army veteran serving in the 82nd Airborne. He was also a member of Zion...
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Magnolia Johnson
July 25, 1921 - September 21, 2017
Mrs. Magnolia (Seroyer) Johnson, 96, of Reading, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, September 21, 2017 in Zerbe Nursing Center, Narvon. Her life's journey began in Opelika, Alabama on July 25, 1921. Magnolia was a daughter of the late Dessie Seroyer and Bessie (Presley) Seroyer-Thomas. On May 4, 1941 in Opelika, AL, she was united in Holy Matrimony to Aaron Griffin "A.G."...
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Elaine Janet Vought
September 29, 1946 - September 15, 2017
Elaine Janet (Fracalossi) Vought, 70, of Sinking Spring, passed away after a valiant battle with cancer on Friday, September 15, 2017 in the Reading Hospital surrounded by her family.Born in Shamokin Hospital on September 29, 1946, she was the middle daughter of the late Albert and Gladys (Mauray) Fracalossi. Elaine was a 1964 Reading High School graduate. Following graduation, she entered...
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Violet Sheaffer
June 22, 1930 - September 11, 2017
Violet (Giandomenico) Sheaffer, 87, of Birdsboro, passed away peacefully in ManorCare, Sinking Spring, on Monday, September 11, 2017. Born in Reading on June 22, 1930, she was a daughter of the late Dominic and Virginia (Esposito) Giandomenico. She was a member of Glad Tidings Assembly of God.Violet was employed with H. Oritsky Inc. as a seamstress for over 40 years before retiring in 1992....
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Ralph Irvin Boettlin
September 29, 1922 - September 7, 2017
Ralph "Boots" Irvin Boettlin, 94, of Exeter, passed away September 7, 2017 in Berkshire Center. Ralph was born in Reading on September 29, 1922, a son of the late Frank H and Martha E (Halliday) Boettlin. He was a Reading High School graduate and a member of Reading Hampden Heights Seventh Day Adventist Church. He was a Navy Sea Bee Veteran, serving during WWII, and was employed by Car...
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Virginia Elsie Griswold
January 4, 1926 - September 1, 2017
Virginia "Ginny" Elsie Griswold, 91, passed away in Berks Heim Nursing and Rehabilitation on Friday, September 1, 2017. Born on January 4, 1926 in her paternal grandparents' home in Mahanoy City, she was a daughter of the late Walter H. and Elsie C. (Garber) Hosler. She was a 1944 graduate of Reading Sr. High School. Ginny worked for the USAF Security Service as a secretary in San Antonio, TX;...
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Mary Theresa Livingood
December 10, 1948 - August 23, 2017
Mary Theresa (Jones) Livingood, 68, of Shillington, passed away Wednesday, August 23, 2017 in the Reading Hospital.She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Philip James Livingood. Mary was born on December 10, 1948 in Minersville, a daughter of the late Thomas and Sarah (Schultz) Jones. She was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church parish.Mary was a loving and caring woman to both family and...
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David L. Seivard
July 27, 1930 - August 20, 2017
David L. "Monk" Seivard, Sr., 87 of Amity Township, passed away on Sunday, August 20, 2017 in his residence at Amity Place.His wife, Betty A. (Freese) Seivard passed away on December 23, 1994.Born in Exeter Township, he was a son of the late Howard and Rachel (Weaver) SeivardDavid was employed in maintenance and grounds keeping with the Exeter School District for 38 years until retiring in 1994. ...
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Joan Elaine Ely
October 15, 1942 - August 17, 2017
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Aaron Bueso
July 15, 1997 - August 15, 2017
Aaron Bueso, (Aarony), 20, of Reading, Pennsylvania, passed away on Tuesday, August 15, 2017. Aaron was born in Hackensack, New Jersey on July 15, 1997. He graduated from I-Lead Charter School and continued on to receive an Associate Degree in Aviation Maintenance Technology from the National Aviation Academy with high honors, Summa Cum Laude.Aaron worked as an Aviation Mechanic for Express Jet...
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Dorothy Sarah Speck
April 30, 1922 - August 9, 2017
Dorothy Sarah Speck 95, passed away August 9, 2017 in her Shillington residence. She was predeceased by her first husband Harry Aldinger in 1967 and her second husband Roy I Speck on December 29, 2011.She was born in Reading on April 30, 1922 a daughter of the late Charles and Helen (Weaver) Schwambach. Dorothy loved to knit, shop, word search puzzles, and most of all, enjoyed visiting her...
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Samuel Michael Vaccaro
August 28, 1923 - August 2, 2017
Samuel "Sam" Michael Vaccaro, 93, of Reading, passed away Wednesday morning, August 2, 2017 at the Villa St. Elizabeth, Wyomissing where he was a resident. He was a husband of the late Regina L. (Kalina) Vaccaro. Sadly, Regina passed in 1997.Born in Reading on August 28, 1923, he was one of six children of Angelo and Michalina (Bruno) Vaccaro.Shortly after the start of WWII, Sam and his three...
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Randy Lee Wolfgang
December 11, 1956 - August 1, 2017
Reverend Randy Lee Wolfgang, 60, of Birdsboro, Minister of Seyfert Wesleyan Church, passed away peacefully after a battle with cancer on Tuesday, August 1, 2017. He was the loving husband of Cynthia "Cindy" K. (Daniel) Wolfgang for 38 years. The couple married August 19, 1978.Born in Allentown on December 11, 1956, Pastor Randy was a son of Reverend Leonard Wolfgang and the late Dolores (Fultz)...
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Catherine Anna Carrubba
November 24, 1947 - July 24, 2017
Catherine Anne Carrubba 69, passed away July 24, 2017 in her daughter's Fleetwood residence where she also resided, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Philadelphia on November 24, 1947 a daughter of the late John J and Anna R (Romano) Latvys. Catherine was employed by Wal-Mart as an associate who brought joy to all who came into her garden center. She is survived by her 3...
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Gertrude Ruth DiNatale
October 4, 1930 - July 22, 2017
Gertrude Ruth (Jones) DiNatale, 86, of Reading, passed away in the Reading Hospital on Saturday, July 22, 2017. She was the loving wife of Louis DiNatale, whom recently passed away on December 29, 2017. The couple married in Reading on August 12, 1978. Born in Wilkes Barre on October 4, 1930, she was the daughter of the late Thomas R. and Gertrude (Cooke) Jones. Gertrude was employed with the...
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Arlene Ruth Guti
February 20, 1936 - July 16, 2017
Arlene Ruth (Pelka) Guti, 81, of Reading, passed away in the Reading Hospital on Sunday, July 16, 2017. She was the wife of Raymond A. Guti, Sr. of Hemet, CA.Born in Reading on February 20, 1936, Arlene was a daughter of the late Walter John and Ruth Elizabeth (Heft) Pelka. Arlene was first employed with Luden's Candies as a candy decorator. The family always enjoyed when she brought home 5th...
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Doris Ardell Feick
February 27, 1932 - July 1, 2017
Doris Ardell Feick, 85, of St. Lawrence, passed away July 1, 2017 in Reading Health System. Her husband, Floyd F. Feick, passed away August 9, 2004. She was born in Reading on February 27, 1932, a daughter of the late Harry J. and Mabel (Dry) Cutler. Doris was employed by Berkshire Knitting Mills and later Brother's Manufacturing as a seamstress for both, retiring at Brother's...
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Ida Mae Emes
November 9, 1920 - June 26, 2017
Ida Mae Emes, 96, Exeter Township, went to be with God on June 26, 2017, in the Berkshire Center. She was the widow of Bernard E. Emes who passed away October 31, 2009, and with whom she celebrated 68 years of marriage. She was born at home in Green Hills. Mae was the daughter of the late David Helms and Sadie Raifsnyder Helms. Mae was a 1933 graduate of Birdsboro High School. She worked as a...
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Tracy Lynn Ulrich
October 30, 1975 - June 26, 2017
Tracy Lynn Ulrich, 41 , of Reading, passed away June 26, 2017 in The Reading Hospital. She was born in Reading on October 30, 1975 a daughter of James T. and Christine (Ciesielski) Ulrich. Tracy was a 1993 Conrad Weiser High School graduate. She is also survived by her brother, Daniel J. Ulrich of Lake Elsinore, Calif. Services are private at the convenience of the family. Auman's Inc....
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Miriam Louise Hiester
May 12, 1929 - June 23, 2017
Miriam Louise (Epler) Hiester, 88, of Reading, passed away peacefully in Maidencreek Place on Friday, June 23, 2017. She was the loving wife of the late Russell John Hiester. Russell passed away in 1995.Born in West Reading on May 12, 1929, she was a daughter of the late John and M. Elizabeth Epler. Miriam was a 1947 graduate of West Reading High School. In her early years, she was employed with...
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Shirley A. Frick
February 2, 1931 - June 21, 2017
Shirley A Frick 86, passed away June 21, 2017 in her Reading residence surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Reading on February 2, 1931 a daughter of the late Leroy Sr and Mariam (Gring) Filbert. Shirley was member of Berks Bible Church and was employed by Construction Fastener as a machine operator for 15 years retiring on July 21, 1997. Shirley loved all animals and was a true...
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Kimberly Ruth Dillon
February 19, 1960 - June 20, 2017
Kimberly R. Dillon, 57, of Shillington passed away on Tuesday, June 20, 2017 in her residence.She was the wife of Kenneth T. Dillon. Born in Reading, she was a daughter ofRobert and Barbara (Battinger) Lykens.A 1978 graduate of Governor Mifflin High School, she was employed for 10 years with Tiny Treasures Nursery School, Kenhorst, last working Monday.A loving wife, mother and nana, in addition...
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Irene Anna Ramer
August 25, 1927 - June 19, 2017
Irene Anna Ramer 89, passed away June 19, 2017 in Berks Heim. Her loving husband Garfield C Ramer passed away in 1983. She was born in St. Paul, Minnesota on August 25, 1927 a daughter of the late Roy and Anna (Pfeifer) Eggenberger. Irene was a member of Spring Valley Church of God and was a devoted Christian. She was a Reading High School graduate . Irene was crafty, especially in sewing,...
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Irene Edna Bliesath
November 20, 1931 - June 17, 2017
Irene Edna (Althouse) Bliesath, 85, of Exeter Twp., passed away peacefully in her home after a short battle with cancer. She was the loving wife of the late Frederick "Fritz" L. Bliesath. The couple married on February 16, 1952 and spent 60 years of marriage before Fred sadly passed away in 2012.Born in Reading on November 20, 1931, Irene was a daughter of the late Franklin and Faye ...
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Betty Ellen Wary
November 4, 1928 - June 13, 2017
Betty Ellen Wary, 88, of Pottstown passed away June 13, 2017 in The Reading Hospital. Born in Mount Carmel, PA, on November 4, 1928, a daughter of the late Clinton and Ellen (Harner) Wary. Survived by niece, Jerry L. Wary and nephew, Kenneth A. Wary. Auman's Inc Funeral Home, Reading is honored to serve the family. www.aumansinc.com
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Walter Russell Baum
January 16, 1925 - June 1, 2017
Walter Russell Baum, 92, formerly of Exeter Township passed away June 1, 2017, in The Reading Hospital.He was a torpedo man in the Navy and served in WWII and the Korean War. He was the husband of Dolores (Mertz) Baum, whom he married in 1953.He was a 1943 Reading High School graduate. Russell was born in Reading, a son of the late Walter B. and Ruth I. (Gudikunst) Baum .He was self-employed as a...
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Nancy Jo Hartman
May 16, 1939 - May 30, 2017
Nancy Jo Hartman 78, of Fleetwood passed away peacefully May 30, 2017 in The Reading Hospital with her husband by her side. She is survived by her husband Albert P Hartman who shared 61 years of marriage. Nancy was born in Reading on May 16, 1939 a daughter of the late Chester S and Ethel (Wolf) Youndt. She enjoyed all children and had a special talent with children who have disabilities. Nancy...
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William T. Nolf
February 23, 1916 - May 30, 2017
William T. Nolf, 101, of Exeter, passed away May 30, 2017 in Spruce Manor. Born in Allentown on February 23, 1916, a son of the late Edward A. and Mabel R. (Learn) Nolf. William was the last of the 8 siblings.He is survived by his daughter, Elaine P. Kahler of Exeter; 5 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great-great-grandchildren.William was predeceased...
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Lawrence Thomas Jones
March 3, 1935 - May 24, 2017
Lawrence Thomas Jones 82, of Birdsboro passed away May 24, 2017 in Keystone Villa where he resided for 8 years. His loving wife Grace AsBerry Jones passed away on July 10, 2004. He was born in Pottstown on March 3, 1935 a son of the late George C Jr and Mary I (Reid) Jones. Lawence was a member of Bethel AME in Pottstown and was employed by Neapco in Pottstown as machinist for over 30 years...
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Jeremy Jon Marquette
June 5, 1973 - May 18, 2017
Jeremy Jon Marquette 43, of Leesport passed away May 18, 2017. He is survived by his wife Christine (Houck) Marquette, who would have celebrated their 16th wedding anniversary on May 26th.Born in Lebanon on June 5, 1973 a son of Robby Marquette and Bonita (Brownsberger) Marquette. Jeremy was an Exeter High School graduate of 1991, a Volunteer of Mt Penn Fire and Rescue, an EMS for Hamburg and...
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Margaret Hafer Kleinsmith
March 30, 1923 - May 17, 2017
Margaret Hafer (Rittenhouse) Kleinsmith, 94, of The Villages, Fla, formerly of Exeter Twp., passed away quietly surrounded by family on Wednesday, May 17, 2017. She was the loving wife of the late Edwin Lincoln Kleinsmith. The couple married in Holy Spirit Lutheran Church, Reading on March 16, 1946. Sadly, Edwin passed away June 16, 2016, leaving Margaret heartbroken.Born on March 30, 1923 in...
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Mildred Doris Crimmins
February 17, 1932 - May 12, 2017
Mildred Doris (DeHart) Crimmins, 85, of Muhlenberg Twp., passed away peacefully in the Reading Hospital on Friday, May 12, 2017. She was the loving wife of the late John Thomas Crimmins, Jr. Sadly, John passed away in 2011.Born in Reading on February 17, 1932, Mildred was a daughter of the late Arthur and Pearl (Hoshauer) DeHart. She was employed for over 30 years in the candy manufacturing...
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Andrew Richardson Morton
June 30, 1952 - May 10, 2017
Andrew Richardson "Rick" Morton, 64, of Reading, passed away peacefully May 10, 2017 in the Reading Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Marie A. (Matchicka) Morton for the last 20 years, having married April 19, 1997. Born in Elkton, MD on June 30, 1952, he was the son of the late William Curtis Morton, Sr. and Lillian Mary (Winterling) Morton. Rick was a 1971 graduate of Avon Grove...
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Ronald L. Eschbach
November 23, 1941 - May 8, 2017
Ronald L. Eschbach, 75, of Sinking Spring passed away suddenly on Monday, May 8, 2017. He passed shortly after his union to his life partner Dorothy Dronsfield-Eschbach while sailing on a Caribbean cruise onboard the Carnival Pride.Ronald was a son of the late Woodrow and Lorraine (DeLong) Eschbach.He is survived by his loving partner, Dorothy Dronsfield-Eschbach with whom he resided. He is...
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Charles Raymond Fisher
December 3, 1925 - April 18, 2017
Charles "Charlie" Raymond Fisher Sr., 91, of Alsace Twp., passed away peacefully in his home with his family by his side on Tuesday afternoon, April 18, 2017.He was the loving husband of Dorothy "Dully" M. (Faust) Fisher for over 70 years. Born in Molltown on December 3, 1925, Charlie was a son of the late John S. and Erma M. (Adam) Haas.He was an Oley Valley High School...
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Christopher David Crosby
July 23, 1978 - April 12, 2017
Christopher "Chris" David Crosby, 38, of Tremont, formerly of Reading, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, April 12, 2017. He was the husband of Jessica K. (Nagle) Crosby.Born in Reading on July 23, 1978, Chris was the only child of David and Connie (Crandall) Crosby. He was a 1994 graduate of Reading High School. Chris was employed with MI Windows and Doors in Hegins as a window...
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Milan Kemp
August 12, 1930 - April 8, 2017
Milan "Mike" Wayne Kemp, 86, of Exeter Twp., passed away peacefully in Rittenhouse Village in Laureldale on Saturday, April 8, 2017. He was the husband of the late Minnie (Painter) Kemp. Born in Reading on August 12, 1930, he was a son of the late Thomas and Flora (Rollman) Kemp. Mike was a 1948 graduate of Reading High School where he lettered in baseball and basketball both Jr and Sr years. He...
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Nancy Wolcott Puffer
August 30, 1932 - April 7, 2017
Nancy W. Puffer, passed away in Lancaster on April 7, 2017. Born in Montreal, Quebec, daughter of Leslie W. and Alice S. Speer, she is predeceased by her sister Patricia S. Heineke. She is survived by her beloved sons Stephen Puffer and his "partner in crime" Deb Kutt of Willow Street, and Craig Puffer of Buffalo, NY.Nancy owned LCS Printing in Lancaster and in 1973 she began working at...
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Lee Earle Duncan
September 7, 1930 - April 4, 2017
Born September 7th, 1930, in Tarentum, Pa. Son of Marjorie Owens Duncan and J. Earle Duncan. Twin Brother of James Owens Duncan.Family: Wonderful husband to his Loving Wife of 59-plus years, June Sprecher Duncan. Proud and caring father to Susan Duncan Poniatowski, Marjorie Duncan Bruno and James Lee Duncan. Father-in-law to Gregory V. Poniatowski, Robert Bruno and Laurie Lindgren Duncan.Most...
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Claude Earl Richmond
June 15, 1926 - April 4, 2017
Claude Earl Richmond, 90, of Pennside, passed away peacefully on April 4, 2017 in Manor Care, Laureldale, Pa. Married to the love of his life on July 5, 1952, Claude was the husband of Josephine Rose (Tarantella) Richmond, who passed away on June 20, 2014. Born at home on the farm in Cameron, West Virginia, on June 15, 1926, Claude was the oldest of 4 sons of the late Desmond and Mary (Logston)...
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Jean Gwendolyn Lombardi
November 25, 1926 - April 2, 2017
Jean Gwendolyn Lombardi, 90, of Exeter Township, passed away April 2, 2017 in Elmcroft Senior Living, Reading. Her husband, Robert P. Lombardi, passed away March 7, 1999. She was born in West Penn Township on November 25, 1926, a daughter of the late Archibald T. and Verna Mae (Stahler) Zehner.She was a member of Reformation Evangelical Lutheran Church where she was also a past choir member.She...
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Frank Lawrence Nein
June 6, 1932 - March 31, 2017
Frank Lawrence Nein, 84, passed away March 31, 2017 in his Temple residence surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his wife, June M. (Berg) Nein, who were wed on January 3, 1953.He was born in Reading on June 6, 1932, a son of the late Milford E. and Elsie J. (Kochel) Nein. Frank attended Reading High School and was an Army veteran serving during the Korean Conflict, 1953-1955. He was...
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David Willard Connor
May 5, 1942 - March 31, 2017
David Willard Connor, 74, of Temple, passed away peacefully in his home on Friday, March 31, 2017. He was the loving husband of Nancy J. (Row) Connor. The couple married in Wyomissing on September 22, 1962.Born in Washington, D.C. on May 5, 1942, he was a son of the late Harry L. and Margaret (Hedgepeth) Connor. David was a 1960 graduate of Annapolis High School.David was employed with the City...
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James Elwood Noll
November 30, 1924 - March 27, 2017
James Elwood Noll, 92, passed away March 27, 2017. He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Fern L. (Smith) Noll. He was born in Reading on November 30, 1924, a son of the late Harry J. and Mary G. (Snyder) Noll. Jim was an Army Veteran serving during World War II and was employed by Met-Ed as a boiler technician for 30 years, retiring in 1980. He is survived by his 4 children. Services and...
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Madeline Jane Good
June 6, 1927 - March 19, 2017
Madeline Jane Good, 89, of Birdsboro, passed away March 19, 2017 in Keystone Villa surrounded by her loving family. Her husband, John I. Good, passed away in 1989. She was born in Reading on June 6, 1927, a daughter of the late Paul H. and Gertie R. (Gettis) Keen.Madeline was a member of Emmanuel UCC in Shillington and a member of Reading Chapter #251 Order of Eastern Star.She leaves to cherish...
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Karla Anni Luise Radack Siebach
March 10, 1930 - March 8, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Aumans Inc., Reiffton, PA.
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Kirk Ashley Harrell
September 14, 1979 - March 8, 2017
Kirk A. Harrell, 37, of Hamburg, passed away on March 8, 2017, in his residence.Born in West Reading, he was a son of Jack L. Harrell Sr., of Leesport, and the late Barbara A. (Fausnaught) Harrell.Kirk was employed as a plumber with CC&M HVAC, Exeter Township. He enjoyed fishing and hunting and especially loved his dogs.In addition to his father, he is survived by his brothers, Jack L....
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Ruth Thelma Lucas
October 15, 1939 - March 8, 2017
Ruth T. Lucas, 77, of Spring Township, passed away in the early a.m. hours on Wednesday, March 8, 2017 with family by her side, in the Country Meadows Retirement Community of Wyomissing.Ruth was a daughter of the late George F. and Arlene E. (Werley) Seaman, as well as a loving Mother, Grandmother and Aunt to all in her family. She was born in Breiningsville, PA, grew up in Laureldale and lived...
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Mary Jane George
October 13, 1919 - March 2, 2017
Mary J. George, 97, formerly of Reading, passed away on Thursday, March 2, 2017, in Reading Hospital. Her husband of 55 years, David S. George, passed away in 1996. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Bambino and Carmela (Mignogna) Giovanelli. She was employed as a Layout Operator with the former Western Electric, Reading for 27 years, retiring in 1983. She was a member of St....
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Larry Royden Dotterer
March 4, 1941 - March 2, 2017
Larry Royden Dotterer, 75, of Reading, passed away in the Reading Hospital on Thursday, March 2, 2017. He was the loving husband of Barbara Ann (Hufford) Dotterer.Born in Allentown on March 4, 1941, Larry was the only child of the late Royden and Lillian (Christman) Dotterer. He was a Northwestern Lehigh High School graduate.Larry was a hardworking man and was employed for over 20 years as a...
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Terry Lee Dunkelberger
April 5, 1944 - March 1, 2017
Terry Lee Dunkelberger, 72, of Bernville, passed away in the Reading Hospital on Wednesday, March 1, 2017. He was the husband of Sharon L. (Cheeseman) Dunkelberger.Born in West Reading on April 5, 1944, he was the son of the late Leroy and Lydia (Hafer) Dunkelberger. He attended Reading School District schools.Terry was employed with OB Dyers as a Foreman for over 15 years in his younger years....
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Richard William Coover
January 2, 1942 - February 28, 2017
Richard W. "Bup" Coover, 75, of Exeter Twp., passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 28, 2017. He was the loving husband of Debra A. "Yogi" (Umbenhauer) Coover. Born in Schuylkill Haven on January 2, 1942, he was the son of the late Paul and Geneva (Strauch) Coover. Bup was a unique man. He was stubborn, hard working and very family oriented. Richard honorably served his country in the United...
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Robert Roy Riegel
September 29, 1950 - February 22, 2017
Robert Roy Riegel 66, of Robeson Township passed away February 22, 2017 in the Reading Hospital. He is survived by his wife Joanne L Shipe. He was born in Reading on September 29, 1950 a son of the late Roy and Mabel (Balthaser) Riegel. Bob was employed by Gilbert Associates, Inc/ Worley Parsons as an electrical engineer for over 40 years retiring on January 20, 2013. In addition to his wife, Bob...
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Mary Louise Loomer
June 8, 1928 - February 13, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Aumans Inc., Reiffton, PA.
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Patricia Elaine Witman
February 21, 1934 - February 8, 2017
Patricia E. Witman, 82, of West Lawn, passed away on Wednesday, February 8, 2017, in Reading Hospital. She was the wife of Robert P. Witman. Born in West Reading, she was a daughter of the late Robert R. and Hilda M. (Willson) Guest.She was a 1952 graduate of Wyomissing High School and attended the Moore Institute of Art in Philadelphia. She enjoyed going to the movies and antiquing.She is...
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Edith Mildred Weiler
November 27, 1921 - February 2, 2017
Edith Mildred Weiler, 95, passed away February 2, 2017, in her son's Robeson Township residence. Her husband, Warren S. Weiler, passed away in 1978. She was born in West Reading on November 27, 1921, a daughter of the late Henry E. and Emma (Ringler) Schwambach.Edith enjoyed cooking and going clamming in Delaware.She is survived by her son, Lynn B., and his wife, Barbara Weiler; 6...
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Carol Rae Sweeney
February 8, 1943 - February 1, 2017
Carol Rae Sweeney, 73, of Leesport, passed away February 1, 2017, in Berks Heim.She was predeceased by her husband, Alexander E. Sweeney. She is survived her companion, Marvin Boyer. Carol was born in Reading on February 8, 1943, a daughter of the late Raymond and Sadie (Balthaser) Rothermel.She was employed by Palmer Corporation as a braided hose operator for around 15 years.Carol is survived by...
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Richard Allen Lott
September 27, 1932 - January 31, 2017
Richard Allen Lott, 84, of Birdsboro, passed away January 31, 2017 in Penn State Health St. Joseph. He is survived by his wife, Jeanette M. (Bieber) Lott who shared 60 years of marriage in July. He was born in Baumstown on September 27, 1932, a son of the late Horace and Edna (Reinert) Lott.Richard was a member of St. Paul's Church in Pottstown and was employed by Arkema as head of Security...
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Dorothy R. Henry
December 4, 1915 - January 30, 2017
Dorothy R. Henry, 101, of Venice, Fla., previously of Lebanon, Myerstown and Reading, Pa., as well as New Bern, N.C., during WWII, passed away January 30, 2017, in Luke Haven Nursing Facility, in Venice, Fla.She was predeceased by her husband, Raymond W. Henry, in 1976. Dorothy was born in Shillington on December 4, 1915, a daughter of the late Howard B. and Sally (Wieder) Reed.She was a Reading...
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Shirley Ann Wolf
February 16, 1934 - January 29, 2017
Shirley A. Wolf, 82, of Lancaster County, formerly of Reading, passed away into the arms of her Savior on January 29, 2017. She was the best stay-at-home mom anyone could ask for and she always catered to her family's needs above her own.Shirley was known for her loving nature. She loved Jesus and never missed an opportunity to share His love with others. She dearly loved her family and...
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Scott Gerald Lush
July 22, 1957 - January 28, 2017
Scott Gerald Lush, 59, of Muhlenberg Twp., passed away peacefully at the home he shared with his loving fiancée, Lisa Santorelli, on Saturday, January 28, 2017. Born in West Reading on July 22, 1957, he was a son of the late Ronald, Sr. and Doris M. (Bortz) Lush.Scott was a Twin Valley High School graduate, Class of 1975. His entire adult life, he owned and operated his own business, Scott...
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Elizabeth E. Najarian
January 4, 1937 - January 28, 2017
Elizabeth E. "Liz" Najarian, 80, of Reading, passed away peacefully in the Reading Hospital on Saturday, January 28, 2017 with her loving family by her side.Born in Reading on January 4, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Ezekiel and Amelia (Tovmassian) Najarian. She was a 1955 graduate of Reading High School. Liz was employed with Stevens, Curtis Embry Shoe Factory for 19 years,...
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Agnes Virginia Hilbert
January 30, 1921 - January 26, 2017
Agnes Virginia Hilbert 95, passed away on January 26, 2017 at Weddington Park Assisted living in Matthews, NC. Her husband Warren F Hilbert passed away on June 30, 2003. Born in Morton PA on January 30, 1921 a daughter of the late William A and Laura (Douth) Matz. Agnes was almost 96 years of age. She lived her early life near Boyertown and she entered the Navy Waves during World War II where she...
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Minnie Mabel Kemp
March 6, 1932 - January 25, 2017
Minnie M. (Painter) Kemp, 84, of Exeter Twp., passed away peacefully in Berkshire Center with her son by her side on Wednesday, January 25, 2017.She was the loving wife of Milan Wayne Kemp. Born in Warwick Twp., Chester Co., on March 6, 1932, Minnie was a daughter of the late William M. and Grace (McCord) Painter.Minnie was a 1950 Warwick High School graduate and a 1954 graduate of West Chester...
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Rose Marie Mulligan
September 11, 1922 - January 16, 2017
Rose Marie (Sendi) Mulligan, 94, of Reading, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 16, 2017 in Wyomissing Nursing Center. She was the loving wife of the late Gerald W. Mulligan. The couple were married in Holy Rosary RCC on April 27, 1946.Born in Sharpsburg, Allegheny Co., Rose was a daughter of the late Frank and Antoinette (Lonzino) Sendi. She was a member of Holy Rosary RCC and then St....
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Donald Howard Miller
August 11, 1934 - January 15, 2017
Donald Howard Miller, 82, of Exeter Twp., passed away at home on Sunday, January 15, 2017. He was the loving husband of Jennie A. (Ulrich) Miller. The couple married on August 25, 1956 and shared 60 years of marriage. Born in Reading on August 11, 1934, he was a son of the late Chester and Mary (Englebach) Miller.He was drafted into the Army and served in Germany and worked on trucks. Donald was...
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Clifford Carl Knarr
April 10, 1924 - January 11, 2017
Clifford Carl Knarr Sr., 92, of Birdsboro passed away January 11, 2017, in The Reading Hospital surrounded by his family.His wife, Selma L. (Harrell) Knarr, passed away on August 22, 2015. He was born in Reading on April 10, 1924, a son of the late Clarence L. Sr. and Cecelia (Kosmowski) Knarr. He was one of seventeen children.Clifford was an Army Veteran serving during WWII as a Tech 5 and was...
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Harold Elmer Althouse
December 12, 1923 - January 5, 2017
Harold Elmer Althouse, 93, of Douglassville, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 5, 2017. He was the loving husband of 42 years to Virginia "Ginny" (Behm) Althouse. The couple married in their Douglassville home on June 29, 1974.Born on December 12, 1923, Harold was a son of the late Edwin B. and Sallie A. (Kauffman) Althouse. He was drafted in 1942 and joined the Navy. He...
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Walter Herman Pfrommer
November 16, 1935 - January 4, 2017
Walter Herman Pfrommer, 81, of Richmond Township passed away January 4, 2017 in Penn State Health St. Joseph surrounded by his loved ones. He is survived by his partner Sue D. Noll.He was born in Reading on November 16, 1935, a son of the late William and Anna (Bischoff) Pfrommer.Walter was employed by Car Tech, Singer, Yeager Supply, and Pep Boys where he was a truck driver for all.He is also...
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Bette Lou Gilmer
July 15, 1926 - December 31, 2016
Bette L. Gilmer, 90, formerly of Reading and Lebanon, passed away on Saturday, December 31, 2016 at Lawrence County Manor, Mount Vernon, Mo. She was predeceased by her husband, John H. Gilmer, Sr. in 2002.Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Albert and Martha (Hartman) Witmyer.She was employed with Palmer Candy, Reading for several years. Bette enjoyed sewing, needlepoint and word...
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Rosemarie B. Coldren
January 26, 1933 - December 31, 2016
Rosemarie B. Coldren, 83, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2016. Her husband, James R. Coldren, passed away 1970. She was born in Reading onJanuary 26, 1933, a daughter of the late Ralph and Nora (Brettman) Smith.Rosemarie loved being with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was definitely a stubborn woman who liked things her way. She had no filter, which...
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Frances Palm
September 28, 1925 - December 25, 2016
Frances Palm, 91, of Lower Alsace Township, passed away on Sunday, December 25, 2016, in her residence.Her husband, George D. Palm Sr,. passed away on December 26, 2013. Born in Newfield, New Jersey, she was a daughter of the late Jacob and Lilla (Storiali) Visalli.She was employed at the former Luden's Candy, Reading, for many years, retiring in 1988.Frances enjoyed traveling and playing...
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Betty Mae Colletti
August 24, 1923 - December 24, 2016
Betty Mae Colletti 93, of Reading passed away December 24, 2016 in Spruce Manor. He husband Louis E Colletti passed away September 27, 2003. She was born in Reading on August 8, 1923 a daughter of the late Clarence B and Frances (Englebrecht) Prutzman. Betty was a member of Alsace Lutheran Church and was employed at Arrow Intl. as a needle manufacturer for over 30 years retiring there. She is...
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