Obituaries
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Local Obituaries for Temple, Bernville, Berks County, PA & Surrounding Areas
Richard R. Kline, Sr.
May 16, 2024
Richard R. Kline, Sr., 87, of Reading, Pennsylvania, passed away on May 16, 2024 at the Reading Hospital. He was born on February 3, 1937, in Fleetwood, Pennsylvania.Richard dedicated 34 years of his life to Dana. as a welder and also showcased his talent as a professional painter for many years. His commitment to his work and craftsmanship left a...
Patricia A Miller
May 14, 2024
Patricia A. (Marcus) Miller, 82, born on September 21, 1941, in West Reading, peacefully passed away on May 14, 2024. Her life was filled with remarkable achievements, including earning her LPN after graduating from High School - a testament to her resilience and commitment to personal growth. Patricia will be remembered for her dedication and hard work during her 20-year tenure...
Doris F. (Meck) Reifinger
May 4, 2024
                                Doris F. (Meck) Reifinger, of Temple, passed away on Saturday, May 4th in Berks Heim.
Doris was married to the late Harold L. Reifinger who passed away January 2001. 
Born in West Reading, she was the daughter of the late Charles Meck and Maude (Bachert) Meck.
Doris graduated from Muhlenberg High School, class of 1954.
She retired from Essex and Barr Insurance where she...
                                
Dennis A Gay
May 1, 2024
Dennis A. Gay, 69, passed away on May 1, 2024, at Phoebe Allentown. He was born on January 17, 1955, in Reading to his loving parents, the late Michael F. and Dolores R. (Madeira) Gay.Dennis was a hardworking individual who pursued a fulfilling career over the years. He began his journey after graduating from Reading High School in 1972. Dennis...
Roland Erney
May 1, 2024
Roland Erney, 98, of Laureldale, passed away on May 1, 2024 in his son's residence surrounded by his loving family.Born on August 19, 1925, in Mt. Carmel, he was the husband of the late Shirley M. (Firestone) Erney whom passed away in 2004. During his remarkable journey, Roland proudly served in the U.S. Navy during WWII, showcasing his bravery and commitment...
Elwood J Oxenreider
Apr 29, 2024
                                Elwood J. “Slug” Oxenreider, 95. of Temple, passed away on April 29, 2024, in Berks Heim Nursing Home.  Born on October 23, 1928, he was a son to the late Elwood G. and Clara (Kline) Oxenreider. He was the husband of the late Margaret (Marbarger) Oxenreider whom passed away in 1998.
Slug was a man of honor and dedication. His journey...
                                
Stephen M. Shiner
Apr 27, 2024
                                Stephen M. Shiner, 72, of Jefferson Twp., passed away Saturday April 27th in the Reading Hospital.
Steve was married to his loving wife, Marjorie A. (Wilhelm) Shiner. They were married on February 5, 1982 and celebrated forty-two beautiful years of marriage.
Born in Lebanon, he was the son of the late Herman Shiner and Betty (Miller) Hotzman.
Steve graduated in 1969 from Tulpehocken...
                                
Sheron Lee Eagle
Apr 21, 2024
Sheron “Sheri” Lee Eagle, 79, passed away on April 21, 2024, at the home of her caretaker after battling adecline in her health for several years.Sheri was born, the youngest of three daughters, on April 11, 1945, to Elizabeth (McCord) Merget andRobley Merget. While she was born in Baltimore, MD, she grew up and made her home in Reading, PA.She...
Ezio F. DeSantis
Apr 20, 2024
                                Ezio F. DeSantis, 93, of Blandon, formerly of Topton,  passed away Saturday night in Keystone Villa at Fleetwood.
Ezio was married for seventy years to the late Eleanor R. (Frazer) DeSantis.
Born in Temple, he was the son of the late Francesco and Maria (Amadio) DeSantis.
Additional survivors include two daughters, Jessica A. (DeSantis) Jung, wife of Herbert “Chip” Jung, Jr. of Spartanburg,...
                                
Jeannette A Drey
Apr 17, 2024
In the loving memory of Jeannette A Drey, a cherished member of the community, who passed away on April 17, 2024, at Reading Hospital. Jeannette was born on July 22, 1931, in Reading PA, to her beloved parents Leonard Lapi and Josephine (Rocella) Lapi. She peacefully passed away at the age of 92, leaving behind a legacy that will forever...
William Stoudt Burkey
Apr 14, 2024
Bill Burkey passed peacefully on April 14, 2024 at his Blue Bell, PA retirement residence. Born June 4, 1949, Bill grew up in Hamburg, PA until family circumstances moved him to Pittsburgh where he graduated from Upper St. Clair High School in 1967. He attended Ursinus College, joined Beta Sigma Lambda Fraternity and graduated in 1971 with a degree in...
William E. "Bill" Stickler
Apr 13, 2024
                                William “Bill” E. Stickler, 70, of Jefferson Twp., passed away Saturday, April 13th in Penn State, St. Joseph Hospital.
Bill was married for forty- five years to Eleanor H. (Huey) Stickler.
 Additional survivors include two children, William “Bill” C. Stickler, husband of Nicole S. Stickler of Bernville and Ronaele E. Wengert, wife of Alan D. Wengert of Pine Grove.
There are three grandchildren,...
                                
Jeffrey T. Bowers
Apr 10, 2024
                                Jeffrey T. Bowers, 63, of Laureldale passed away Wednesday, April 10th.
He was married for thirty-five years to his loving wife, Lois E. (Frey) Bowers
Born in Reading, he was the son of the late Carl and Doris (Sittler) Bowers.
He was a graduate of Oley Valley High School.
Jeffrey was a Staff Sergeant in the U. S. Marine Corp. serving in Operation Desert...
                                
Rosanne G Peters
Apr 8, 2024
Rosanne G. Peters suddenly passed on away April 8, 2024, at St. Joseph Medical Center,surrounded by her loving family. She was born on May 17th, 1930 in Stroudsburg PA. Shewas a graduate of Stroudsburg High School.Rosanne will always be remembered for her zealous volunteer ministry as one of Jehovah'sWitnesses for over 50 years. She was an avid gardener, always displaying...
Shirley Ann Marie Young
Apr 3, 2024
Shirley Ann Marie (Shrader) Young, 86, born on September 10, 1937, in Reading, PA, peacefully passed away on April 3, 2024, at Reading Hospital. She was a dedicated member of Good Shepherd United Church Of Christ in Tuckerton, where she faithfully served as the church secretary until her retirement in 1993.Shirley was formerly of Ontelaunee Township and for many years resided...
Carl G. Houck
Mar 31, 2024
                                Carl G. Houck, 66, of Penn Township, passed away early Sunday morning, March 31st in his residence.
Carl was married to Donna D. (Hoffert) Houck. Carl and Donna were married on May 24, 2003.
Born in West Wyomissing, he was the son of the late Earl S. and Helen B. (Gicker) Houck.
Additional survivors include Carl’s children,  Eric Houck and wife, Amanda Houck...
                                
Gerald L. Rothermel
Mar 30, 2024
Gerald L. Rothermel, 85, passed away on March 30, 2024, in his residence. He was surrounded by his loving family at the time of his passing.Gerald was the husband of the late Judith A. (Jacobs) Rothermel with whom he shared 41 years of marriage at her time of passing on October 15, 2014.Born on January 31, 1939, He was a...
Helen P. Furhman
Mar 25, 2024
Helen P. Furhman, 78, has peacefully passed away on March 25, 2024, at Reading Hospital. Born in Minersville on May 3, 1945, she was a daughter to the late John and Sophie (Skawinsky) Polit.Helen's passion for education led her to graduate from Mahanoy Twp. High School and further earn her Bachelor's in Education from Kutztown University in 1967, followed by her...
Keith Lee Kleffel
Mar 11, 2024
                                Keith Lee Kleffel, 56, of Kutztown, passed away Monday morning in Hillcrest Center in Wyncote, PA.
Born in West Reading, he was the son of the late Kenneth L. Kleffel, Sr. and Mae B. (Noble) Kleffel.
Keith is survived by two brothers, James K. Kleffel and wife Teresa M. Kleffel of Kutztown and Keith’s twin brother, Kenneth L. Kleffel Jr., husband of...
                                
Arlene S. Moser
Mar 7, 2024
Arlene S. Moser, 105, of Myerstown, formerly of Mohrsville, passed away Thursday, March 7th in her residence at StoneRidge Poplar Run after a short illness. She was a friend to many, a daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. While we mourn her loss, we are grateful for the ways she enriched our lives. Peace is ours; since we...

