Obituaries
MaryJane Guth
Oct 31, 2025
Maryjane Guth, 76, of Mt. Penn, passed away on October 31, 2025, in her residence.
Born in Georgia, she was the daughter of the late Alva and Mary D. (Schiarrone) Guth.
Maryjane was a laundry supervisor and later a Certified Nursing Assistant at Brandywine Nursing Home in West Chester. She previously worked at various hotels in hospitality.
She enjoyed social gatherings, bingo, dining...
Michelle J. Moretz
Oct 31, 2025
Michelle Jeanine Moretz, 54, of Sinking Spring, passed away on October 31, 2025 after a three year and eight month courageous battle against Glioblastoma cancer.
She was born in Reading and was the daughter of Charles R. and Cheryl S. Moretz, of Sinking Spring. She is survived by her parents, her son, Timothy C. Moretz and his wife, Krista, of Mount...
Cynthia Walters
Oct 31, 2025
Cynthia J. Walters, 79, of Wyomissing, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 31, 2025, in the care of St. Francis Home. She was the loving wife to Robert E. Walters for over 61 years.
Born in West Reading to the late Franklin A. and Vivian E. (Shelly) Shirk, Cindy graduated from Wilson High School in 1964.
Cindy was a dedicated...
Barth Carl Dieter, Sr.
Oct 30, 2025
Barth Carl Dieter, Sr., 61, passed away October 30, 2025, surrounded by his loving family in his Kempton residence.
He was the loving husband of Renee Elise (Davis) Dieter.
Born in Allentown, he was a son of the late George W. and Sylvia D. (Fenstermaker) Dieter.
Barth worked tirelessly on the Ponderosa Family Farm for many years, where he was dedicated to cultivating...
Rodney Joseph Miller
Oct 29, 2025
Rodney J. Miller, 74, of Mohnton, passed away on October 29, 2025. Born in Reading, he was the son of Harold and Geraldine (Fleischmann) Miller.
After graduating from Holy Name High School in 1969, Rodney continued his education at Gonzaga University, where he met the love of his life, Lynn M. (Donohoe) Miller. The two shared 38 beautiful years of marriage...
Lori Brunelle
Oct 29, 2025
Lori P. Brunelle, 65, of Reading, passed away on October 29, 2025 at the Reading Hospital surrounded by her loved ones. Born in Reading to the late Frederick and Harriet (Olsommer) Merkel, Lori graduated from Governor Mifflin High School in 1978. She exemplified a strong work ethic throughout her over 40-year career with Constellation Energy and its predecessor companies. She...
Jessica Perez Garcia
Oct 29, 2025
Con profundo amor y gratitud por la vida de Jessica Pérez García, su familia anuncia su partida el miércoles, 29 de octubre de 2025, a las 9:06 de la mañana, en la paz de su hogar y rodeada del amor de su esposo, sus hijos, su madre ,sus hermanas, familia inmediata y buenos amigo.
Jessica nació el 15 de septiembre de...
Darrin Gartner
Oct 29, 2025
Darrin S. Gartner, 57, of Lincoln Park, passed away unexpectedly on October 29, 2025, at his residence.
He was the husband of Julie A. (Frazier) Gartner. They were married on May 6, 1995, and enjoyed over 30 years of marriage.
Born in Sharon, PA he was the son of George M. Gartner of Wyomissing and Pereane (Bonaquest) Stewart, married to Richard of...
Dolores McDonough
Oct 29, 2025
Dolores G. McDonough, 99, of Larksville, passed away on October 29, 2025, in the care of Sinking Spring Nursing and Rehab. She was the widow of William I. McDonough, who passed away on October 20, 2002.
Born in Larksville to the late John and Margaret (Kaminski) Malahowski, she was baptized in St. John the Baptist Church. Dolores was a very...
Richard Quinton Haag
Oct 29, 2025
Richard Haag, 82, formerly of Mohrsville passed away October 29, 2025, at Laureldale Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center after a lengthy illness.
Born in Reading, he was the son of the late Quinton and Arlene (High) Haag
Richard was a 1961 graduate of Reading High School. He was a Veteran and served in the Army.
Richard had various occupations however, being a truck...
Anthony Cianci
Oct 29, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Anthony Peter Cianci, 88, of Wyomissing. Tony died on October 29, 2025, at Columbia Cottage.
Tony was born on March 23, 1937, to Raffaele and Mary Cianci in Reading, PA, where he was the youngest and only son in a family with four doting sisters; Yolanda, Dolores, Maryanne, and Rosemarie, all...
Mary Alice Wotring
Oct 29, 2025
Mary Alice Wotring, DeDe, 87, passed to her heavenly maker while residing at The Highlands in Wyomissing on Wednesday, October 29. She was the daughter of Frances and John M. Wotring, MD.
A remarkable woman, her first job was with the Voice of America radio program in 1963. She was a musician, administrator for G. D. Searle in Chicago and South...
Ignacio Lebron Sostre
Oct 25, 2025
Ignacio Lebron Sostre, 86, passed away on October 25, 2025 in his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Margarita Rodriguez until her passing in 1984. They shared 14 wonderful years together.
He was employed by Café Yaucono Company in San Juan, PR, for over two decades prior to his retirement. A dedicated and hardworking employee, Ignacio received numerous awards...
Robert D'Onofrio
Oct 25, 2025
Robert K. "Bob" D'Onofrio passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at Reading Hospital surrounded by his loved ones. He was the devoted husband of JoAnn P. D'Onofrio.
Born in Providence, Rhode Island, Bob was the son of the late Eugene and Carmella (Marotti) D'Onofrio. He is survived by his children: Kerri (Rich) Emhof Jonathan (Jennifer) Dumas, and Karen Dumas;...
Robert Bruce Ludgate, Sr.
Oct 23, 2025
Robert Bruce Ludgate, Sr., 86, of Reading, PA, passed away on October 23, 2025, at Wyomissing Health and Rehabilitation Center, after a long illness.
Born on August 14, 1939, in Jamaica (Queens), NY, Bob was the first son of the late Harold "Al" C. Ludgate, Sr. and Edna L. (Noviello) Ludgate Terrell. He played basketball on the Brockport High School varsity...
Stacie Batdorf
Oct 23, 2025
Stacie J. Batdorf, 63, formerly of Wyomissing Hills, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2025, in the care of Daysping Homes, where she has resided for many years.
She was born in Pottsville to the late Merritt E. and Elizabeth M. (Freeburn) Batdorf. Stacie was a beloved daughter, sister, and friend to many. Stacie graduated from Berks Vocational and Technical...
Celia T. Kilar
Oct 21, 2025
Celia T. Kilar 98, passed away on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at the Berks Heim where she resided. She was the devoted wife of Walter R. Kilar until his passing in 2000.
Born in Reading, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Antionette (Jankowski) Glembocki. Celia was employed for many years at the Berkshire Knitting Mills and Narrow Fabric....
Jeffrey Scot Decker
Oct 20, 2025
Jeffrey Scot Decker, 64, of Reading, passed away October 20, 2025, at the Reading Hospital.
Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Jack Decker and Lynn (Levine) Glass.
Jeff cherished his family, particularly the moments spent with his grandchildren. He is remembered as a playful jokester with a great sense of humor, embodying a simple lifestyle that prioritized relaxation...
Enzo Valentin
Oct 20, 2025
In Loving Memory of Enzo Michael ValentinSeptember 5, 2025 - October 20, 2025
Our precious baby boy, Enzo Michael Valentin, went to be with the Lord on October 20, 2025. Though his time with us was brief, Enzo filled our hearts with endless love, light, and joy. His beautiful spirit touched everyone who met him and will forever live in...
Deacon John W. Murphy, Jr.
Oct 20, 2025
Deacon John W. Murphy, Jr.
The Rev. Mr. John W. Murphy, Jr., 91, passed away on October 20, 2025. He was the beloved husband of Anne (Pugarelli) Murphy, until her passing in 2014. Born in Scranton, he was the son of the late Chief Federal Judge John W. and Ella (Heffron) Murphy.
He is survived by two children, Deborah A. Fisher (Thomas)...
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