Robert Eugene Meckley

Robert Eugene Meckley, 81, passed away on Monday, January 2, 2023 at Reading Hospital and Medical Center, surrounded by family. He was the loving husband of Margie (Gabel) Meckley, with whom he shared 24 years.

Born in Lancaster on May 12, 1941, he was the son of the late Victor and Miriam (Weidman) Meckley.

A proud veteran, Robert served in the US Navy for 6 years of active duty as a Missile Fire Control Technician, 2nd class. After his service, he went on to a long career as an electronics technician.

Robert's memory will be cherished by his wife, Margie; daughters: Kathryn Bilger of Ephrata, Barbara Fetter of Stevens, Suzanne Thiry (John) of Wyomissing, and Jennifer Reeder (Chris) of Wyomissing; stepsons, Michael J. Heydt of Gilberstville and Christopher D. Heydt (Lori) of Wyomissing; grandchildren: Michael, Christopher, Daniel, Matthew, Alison, Brendan, Erin, Brittany, and Cameron; step-granchildren: Dillon, Colin, and Garrett; and seven great grandchildren.

Services for Robert will be held on Friday, January 6, 2023 at 12:00 pm in Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home, Inc. 739 Penn Avenue West Reading, PA 19611. Friends and family are invited to gather at the Funeral Home from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Veterans Making a Difference, 2412 Spring St, West Lawn, PA 19609, or to the Animal Rescue League at www.berksarl.org.

Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home, Inc, 739 Penn Avenue, West Reading, PA 19611 is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be recorded at www.kuhnfuneralhomes.com.