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Harold R. Lesher
Jan 22, 2024
Harold R. Lesher, 86, a dedicated farmer and former co-owner of Way-Har Farms, passed away on January 22, 2024, leaving behind a legacy that will forever be cherished. Born on May 22, 1937, in Upper Tulpehocken Township, Pennsylvania, Harold's life was deeply rooted in the agricultural community he called home.
Harold's passion for farming was evident throughout his life. Alongside his...
Linda L. Lesher
Jan 22, 2024
Linda L. (Berger) Lesher, beloved wife, mother, and cherished member of the Bernville community, has passed away at the age of 79. She was born on December 16, 1944, in Hamburg. Linda was known for her kindness, unwavering dedication to her family, her love of cooking and baking, and her contributions to the community she loved.
Linda's journey through life was...
Eugene E. LaFollette
Jan 19, 2024
Eugene E. “Gene” LaFollette, 87, of Punta Gorda, Fl, formerly of Bernville, passed away on Friday, January 19, 2024, in Shorepoint Hospital, Punta Gorda, FL.
Born on December 23, 1936, he was the son of the late Guy E. and Hilda O. (Whitacre) LaFollette. He was the husband of the late Joyce A. LaFollette with whom he shared 33 years of...
David Carl Isamoyer
Jan 11, 2024
David C. Isamoyer, 75, of Temple, passed away on Thursday, January 11, 2023 in his residence.
Born on May 11, 1948 he was a son to the late Carl and Viola (Buzzanca) Isamoyer. David was the husband of the late Kathleen M. (Dower) Isamoyer.
David worked at Graterford Prison for over 25 years where he was employed as a...
Sally A. Lafollette
Jan 8, 2024
Sally A. Lafollette, 81, formerly of Bernville, passed away early Monday morning in Providence Place in Pine Grove.
Sally was married to the late Evan S. Lafollette.
She was the daughter of the late Daniel and Stella (Shell) Eberhardt.
Surviving is a daughter, Kellie A. Simpkins and husband Terry A. Simpkins.
Sally was predeceased by a son, Jeffery Lafollette and...
Gerald L Luckenbill
Jan 2, 2024
Gerald L. Luckenbill, 82, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2024, at Reading Hospital. He was born on January 10, 1941, in Stouchsburg to the late Roy A. and Bessie M. (Miller) Luckenbill.Gerald dedicated his life to his career as a butcher, working for an impressive 47 years at Boyers. He was known for his exceptional skill and meticulous attention...
David L. Burkey
Dec 17, 2023
On December 17, 2023, David L. Burkey 82 from Mt. Pleasant went home to be with the Lord. He was born in Bern Township on October 9, 1941, and at age 2 he moved to Mt. Pleasant where he resided until his death. He was the son of the late Norman L. Burkey, killed during WWII and the late Anna...
Oscar B Miller
Dec 17, 2023
Oscar B. Miller, 91, of Bernville, passed away in his home surrounded by his loving family.
Born on December 3, 1932, he was a son to the late Charles H. and Nora (Blatt) Miller. Oscar was the husband of the late Marian Edna Miller with who he shared 67 loving years of marriage at her time of passing in...
Frances Kubbishun
Dec 11, 2023
Frances Kubbishun, 72, of Penn Twp., wife of Carmen N Chiumento, passed away Monday, December 11th .
Born in Wilkes Barre, PA, she is the daughter of the late Stanley and Lottie (nee Polak) Kubbishun.
She was employed by EnerSys Corp. as Credit and Collections Manager, retiring in 2018.
Fran loved crocheting and enjoyed making afghans and baby blankets and giving...
Fay B. (Ney) Showers
Nov 28, 2023
Fay B. (Ney) Showers, 93, of Bernville passed away Tuesday, November 28th shortly after entering hospice care at Tower Health, Reading Hospital.
Fay was married for sixty-four years to her beloved husband the late Doyle L. Showers.
Born in West Brunswick, Twp., Schuylkill County, she was the daughter of the late Yen B. and Ellen E. (Boyer) Ney.
Survivors include...
Katana L Keller
Nov 27, 2023
Katana L. Keller, known to her loved ones as Katana, has left us all with heavy hearts on November 27, 2023. She was a beloved daughter, step-daughter, step-sister, granddaughter, and a friend to many. Katana was born on October 29, 2000. Throughout her life, she embodied warmth, love, and an infectious zest for life that touched the hearts of all...
Betty Jane Steinfurth
Nov 24, 2023
Betty Jane (Hoshauer) Steinfurth - 91 formerly of Temple PA passed away peacefully on Friday, November 24, 2023.
She was predeceased by her husband Robert E. Steinfurth in 2009.
Born December 31,1931 in Leesport PA in Dr. Born’s office. The daughter of the late Charles E. Hoshauer Sr., and the late Louise R. (James) Hoshauer.
She was one of five...
Gladys M Neppes
Nov 20, 2023
Gladys M. (Lear) Neppes, 91, of Hamburg, passed away on Monday, November 20, 2023, in Laurel Center.
Born on May 27, 1932, in Gardenville, PA, she was the daughter of the late Clarence S. and Hettie (Leatherman) Lear. Gladys was the wife of the late Albert Neppes with whom she shared 60 years of marriage.
In her younger years,...
Denise M. Jeter
Nov 18, 2023
Denise M. Jeter, 58, of Muhlenberg Township, passed away Saturday, November 18, 2023 in her home.
Born on March 16, 1965, she was a daughter to the late Robert Moodie, Sr., and the late Mary R. Moodie. Denise was the wife of Marc T. Jeter with whom she shared 24 years of marriage.
Denise enjoyed reading and shopping...
Donald E. Stamm
Nov 17, 2023
Donald E. Stamm, 86, of Jefferson Twp., passed away Friday morning in his residence surrounded by his loving family.
Donald was married to the late Shirleyann “Shirley” R. Stamm who passed away September 26, 2007. Donald and Shirley had celebrated forty-five years of marriage.
Born in Reading he was the son of the late Robert Stamm and Eva Catherine (Neider)...
Donald E Balthaser
Nov 12, 2023
Donald E. Balthaser, 88, of Bernville passed away Sunday, November 12, 2023, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on June 27, 1935, he was a son to the late Elmer and Helen (Degler) Balthaser. He was the loving husband of Peggy Ann (Lando) Balthaser with whom he shared 67 years of marriage.
Donald was employed by George H. Longenecker & Sons where...
Gerald K Noecker
Nov 12, 2023
Gerald K. Noecker, 78, of Bernville, passed away Sunday, November 12, 2023, in his home surrounded by his loving family.
Born on October 5, 1945, he was a son to the late Howard E. and Florence M. (Schlappich) Noecker. He was the husband of the late Wanda L. (Hearn) Noecker with whom he shared 34 years of marriage at...
Mary Giles
Nov 3, 2023
Mary (Filak) Giles, 95, formerly of Temple, passed away Friday, November 3rd in Rittenhouse Village at Muhlenberg.
Mary was married for fifty-three loving years to the late William A. Giles , Jr., who passed away November 29, 2003.
Born in Reading, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Filak, Sr. and Mary Josephine (Kosmerl) Filak.
Mary graduated from Reading High School...
Alma Daubert
Nov 1, 2023
Alma Daubert, 90, of Muhlenberg Township, passed away on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on November 2, 1932, in Oley Township, she was the daughter of the late Amy M. Ohlinger. Alma was the wife of the late Harold J. “Hap” Daubert, Sr. with whom she shared 54 years of marriage at his time...
Gary J. "Pinky" Kohl
Oct 29, 2023
Gary J. “Pinky” Kohl, 85, formerly of Bernville, passed away on Sunday, October 29th in his residence in Country Meadows.
Gary was married for sixty-five years to his loving wife Brenda M. (Kirkhoff) Kohl.
Born in West Reading he was the son of the late Lester Kohl and Mary (Angstadt) Kohl.
Gary was a graduate of Penn Bernville High...
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