Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Temple, Bernville, Berks County, PA & Surrounding Areas
Dollie E. Bossler
Jan 16, 2025
Dollie E. Bossler, 103, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2025, at Phoebe Berks surrounded by family and friends. With sunshine on her shoulders, she was born on April 19, 1921, in Ontelaunee Township, she lived a life marked by service, pioneering spirit, faith, and overwhelming devotion to her family. Like other members of her family, Dollie answered to the...
Michael N Gelsinger
Jan 16, 2025
Michael N. Gelsinger, passed away on January 16, 2025, at the age of 57. Born on April 5, 1967, Michael dedicated his life to the land as a farmer with Gel-Bare Farms, having cultivated a profound connection to both his work and community.
In addition to his successful career in farming, Michael was known for his kind nature; he was a...
Ethel I Kramer
Jan 14, 2025
Ethel I. Kramer, a beloved mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2025, at the Reading Hospital, at the age of 99. Born on June 2, 1925, in Stony Creek Mills, she was the daughter of the late Daniel and Mable (Yeager) Ehring.
Ethel was preceded in death by her cherished husband, George W.C. Kramer, who passed away in...
Ruth M. Adam
Jan 5, 2025
Ruth M. Adam, 100, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2025, in Keystone Villa at Fleetwood, surrounded by her loving family. Born on October 21, 1924, in Calcium, at the family farm near Lake Ontelaunee, Ruth was a radiant soul whose presence brought warmth and love to everyone fortunate enough to know her.
A proud graduate of Leesport High School in...
Peggy Ann Balthaser
Jan 1, 2025
Peggy Ann Balthaser, 88, of Bernville, passed away, on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on October 1, 1936, she was a daughter to the late Adam and Mamie (Binner) Lando. She was the loving wife of the late Donald E. Balthaser with whom she shared 67 years of marriage at his time of passing on November...
Jill Marie Klein
Dec 12, 2024
Jill Marie Klein, formerly Gresh, nee Eisenbrown was born on March 6, 1958. She entered into Glory with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 12, 2024, at age 66. She was devoted to her surviving son, Justin Michael Gresh. She is predeceased by her first husband, Michael Gresh, by her second husband, Rob Klein, and her niece Kelsi...
Elaine Ruth Gassert
Dec 10, 2024
Elaine Ruth Gassert, 95, of Temple, Pennsylvania, passed away on December 10, at Berks Heim Nursing & Rehabilitation in Leesport, PA. Born on November 14, 1929, in Stoney Creek, PA, Elaine lived a life filled with dedication to her family.
Elaine's career spanned three decades at Temple Apparel, where she was known for her hard work and commitment. She was a...
Rocco D. "Rocky" Colavito
Dec 10, 2024
Rocco D. “Rocky” Colavito, 91, of Bern Township, passed away Tuesday, December 10th in his residence surrounded by his loving family.
Rocco is survived by his loving wife of seventy years, Carmen L. (Perrotti) Colavito.
Additional survivors include three children, Rocco D. Colavito, Jr. and wife Barbara, Marisa McGrath and husband Joe, and Steven J. Colavito and wife Kelly.
There are five grandchildren,...
June M Mogel
Nov 18, 2024
June E. Mogel,90, formerly of Sinking Spring, passed away on November 18,2024, at the Wyomissing Health and Rehab Center.Born on February 23, 1934, she was a daughter of the late Lester andElsie E. (Ohnmacht) Mogel.June is survived by her nephew, EarlMogel and two nieces, Joan and Lois Mogel; Two great nephews, David M.Mogel and Paul L. Mogel, Jr.She was preceded...
Linda M. Filman
Nov 16, 2024
Linda M. Filman, 77, of Hyde Park, passed away Saturday November 16th in the Reading Hospital.
Linda was the loving wife of Charles D. Filman.
Born in West Reading, she was the daughter of Daniel William Hanley and Miriam Naomi (Pfleger) Hanley.
Additional survivors include two loving daughters, Charissa Denise (Filman) Baker, wife of L. Dennis Baker of Charleston, TN and Melinda Susan...
Carolyn E. Leister
Nov 9, 2024
Carolyn E. (Schatz) Leister, 97, of New Hanover Township, passed away Saturday November 9th in Pottstown Memorial Medical Center. She was predeceased by her parents, John George Schatz, Jr. and Susan Elizabeth (Eckenroth) Schatz,
Carolyn was married to the late Wayne Jay Leister who passed away June 16, 1999.
Carolyn is survived by her loving Children: CAROL BRIGGS (The late DUDLEY), SUSAN...
Randy L Stoudt
Nov 4, 2024
Randy L. Stoudt, born on August 25, 1961, in West Reading, Pennsylvania, passed away suddenly on November 4, 2024, in the Good Samaritan Hospital in Lebanon, Pennsylvania.
Randy was a skilled machinist, starting his career at Post Precision in Strausstown for over 20 years, and concluding his career as a Machine Shop Supervisor at MAE-Eitel in Orwigsburg, Pennsylvania. His knowledge and...
Flor M. Carvajal-Alvarez
Nov 2, 2024
Flor M. Carvajal-Alvarez, born on September 21, 1925, in the Dominican Republic, passed away peacefully on November 2,2024, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. A remarkable individual, Flor dedicated many years of her career to Alexander Doll, where her strong work ethic shone.
Flor was not only an industrious individual but also a person with a deep commitment to...
Marie T Reedy
Oct 31, 2024
Marie T. Reedy, 90, was born on December 4, 1933, in Jarny, France. She departed this world peacefully on October 31, 2024, surrounded by her loving family, leaving behind a legacy of love that enriched the lives of all who knew her.
Marie dedicated her life to her family, pouring her heart into raising her children and guiding her grandchildren. She...
Fern E. Blatt
Oct 30, 2024
Fern E. Blatt, 88, of Shartlesville, passed away Wednesday in Penn State, St. Joseph Hospital.
Fern was married to the late Mervin A. Blatt who passed away May 28, 2005.
She is survived by a daughter, Sharon L. (Blatt) Eaton, wife of Paul R. Eaton, Sr. of Upper Tulpehocken Twp.
She is also survived by her grandchildren, Melissa Sue Miller, wife of John...
Nancy P Henne
Oct 22, 2024
Nancy P. Henne, a beloved mother, sister, and grandmother, passed peacefully on October 22, 2024, at the age of 82. She was born on July 27, 1942, in Shartlesville
Nancy was preceded in death by her cherished parents Paul Kramer and Cora Zerbe, and her devoted husband, Charles W. Henne of 61 years, who left this world in 2021. Together, they...
Gary L. Zellers
Oct 18, 2024
Gary L Zellers, 75 of Bernville, entered into eternal rest on Friday, October 18, 2024 at Laureldale Nursing and Rehab after a brave battle with brain cancer.
Gary was married on September 16, 1972 and celebrated fifty-two years of marriage to his loving wife, Daren L. (Graeff) Zellers.
Born in Lebanon, he is predeceased by his late father, Calvin P. C. Zellers...
Ralph Leroy Weitzel, Jr.
Oct 16, 2024
Ralph “Bup” Weitzel, 78, of Shartlesville, passed away Wednesday, October 16, 2024 surrounded by his family, after a courageous battle with cancer. Ralph was born in Reading, PA and raised lovingly by his maternal grandparents, Walter and Lizzie Stamm in Womelsdorf, PA. Ralph is survived by his devoted wife of 59 years, Lorraine. In addition to his wife, he is...
Mary E Mohn
Oct 10, 2024
Mary E. Mohn, a devoted educator and cherished member of her community, passed away on October 10, 2024 at the age of 69. Born on March 16, 1955, Mary dedicated her life to teaching and inspiring countless students throughout her career.
Mary's educational journey began at Tulpehocken High School, where she graduated in 1973. A gifted athlete, she participated in field...
Madge H. Mengel
Sep 25, 2024
Madge H. Mengel, 87, of Muhlenberg Twp., passed away Wednesday, September 25th in her residence.
Madge was married for fifty-three years to the late Arlen R. Mengel who passed away March 27, 2011.
Born in Harrisburg, she was the daughter of the late Mervin Hoverter and Phyllis (Rodenhaver) Hoverter.
Surviving are two children, Craig A. Mengel and wife Sherri L. Mengel of Muhlenberg...