Obituaries
Derek Lee Covey
Jul 21, 2021
On Wednesday, July 21, 2021, Derek Lee Covey, beloved son, brother, uncle, nephew and grandson, passed away suddenly at the age of 32.
Derek was born on April 19, 1989, in Beckley, WV, to parents Dairen Covey and Vicki [Grant] Parks. While he spent time in various states throughout his life, Derek decided to make Pennsylvania his home in early 2018....
Lori Berger
Jul 21, 2021
Lori Lynn Berger came into this world on February 2nd, 1965 and at 56 years young, entered her eternal rest on July 21st, 2021. Lori was a loving daughter, sister, mother, wife and friend who could light up any room and make anyone smile. Lori had many jobs throughout her life but loved most, her most recent hobby of landscaping....
David John Denesowicz
Jul 20, 2021
David John Denesowicz, 61, passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday, July 20th, 2021, in his Harleysville residence.
He was the beloved husband of Mary Louise (Mortimer) Denesowicz.
Born in Upland, PA, he was the son of Mildred (McLaughlin) Denesowicz and the late John Denesowicz.
David was a lifelong learner as his friends and family would say. He was a 1977 graduate of Chester High School....
Norman Leonard Fryberger
Jul 20, 2021
Retired Firefighter Norman L. Fryberger, 78, of Spring Township, crossed over to the Light of Christ on Tuesday, July 20, 2021 at 15:52 hours. He was born in Reading to the late Norman and Mae (Esterly) Freyberger.
Norman was a City of Reading Firefighter from February 1977 until his retirement in June of 1997. He also served as a Police Officer...
Judith A. Jopp
Jul 19, 2021
Judith A. (Klemick) Jopp, 81, formerly of Spring Township, passed away peacefully July 19, 2021, in the care of Kutztown Manor nursing home after a long battle with Alzheimer's. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Rudolf H. Jopp, who passed on October 1, 2020. Born in West Reading, the daughter of the late Raymond and Zelma (Fraver) Klemick.
Judi graduated...
Aloysius Russell, Sr.
Jul 19, 2021
Aloysius A. "Al" Russell, Sr., 91, passed away July 19, 2021, in his South Carolina residence.
He was the widower of Rose Marie (Downey) Russell.
Born in Five Points, Pa., he was the son of the late Clayton and Mary (Russell) Strause.
Al was employed by the Reading Railroad and Conrail as a yardmaster. After retirement he became an avid golfer.
In 1955 Al...
Dolores Joan Yerger
Jul 18, 2021
Dolores J. Yerger, 74, of Laureldale, passed away Sunday, July 18, 2021, in the care of St. Joseph Hospital. She was the widow of Ronald W. Yerger, who passed in 1985.
Born in Pottsville, Dolores was a child of the late George E. and Alma M. (Wise) Stahl. She attended Pine Grove Area High School.
Dolores loved her cats dearly. When not...
Dorothy Jane Davis
Jul 18, 2021
Dorothy Jane (Haldeman) Davis, 94, passed away in Mifflin Center, Shillington on Sunday, July 18th, 2021. She was the loving wife of the late Norman M. Davis. The couple married February 9, 1946. Norman passed away June 25, 2015.
Born in West Reading, she was the daughter of the late William and Gula (Brinton) Haldeman. She was a member of Immanuel...
Irene E. "Pud" Fenstermacher
Jul 18, 2021
Irene E. "Pud" Fenstermacher, 94, of Windsor Township, passed away, Sunday, July 18th, 2021, in her daughter's Shoemakersville residence.
She was the wife of the late Gordon H. "Goog" Fenstermacher.
Born in Reading, she was the daughter of the late G. Clayton and Irene A. (Shinkel) Faust.
"Pud" was a member of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Hamburg.
She was employed in the payroll...
Elizabeth Mcilvain Bausher
Jul 17, 2021
Elizabeth McIlvain Bausher, 86
It always seemed, after a joyful hello, you were talking about your life.
If you really pressed and asked, you might have been told…
This is where I fill my heart with sounds of children and beautiful flowers. A place I will thrive. A place I will live the seasons of my life, and our lives together.
Children will grow...
Anna Elizabeth Griffith
Jul 17, 2021
Anna Elizabeth Griffith, 91, of Brecknock Twp. passed away unexpectedly on July 17, 2021, in her residence.
She was the loving wife of Gene A. Griffith who passed away on January 13, 2016. They were married on November 22, 1952, and enjoyed over 63 years of marriage.
Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Anthony Andrew and Euphemia Elizabeth...
Byron J. Curry
Jul 14, 2021
Byron J. Curry, 75, of Stony Creek, passed away July 14, 2021, in the Reading Hospital & Medical Center.
He was the husband of the late Sara (Seiverling) Curry, with whom he celebrated 45 years of marriage.
Born in Reading, he was the son of the late Vincent and Dorothy (Ehrgood) Curry.
Byron was a graduate of Mt. Penn High School.
He was a...
Evelyn Martinez - Palermo
Jul 13, 2021
Evelyn Martinez-Palermo, 82, was welcomed by the good Lord on July 13, 2021, in her Reading residence surrounded by her loving family.
Born in New York, NY, she was the daughter of the late Francisco and Blanca Martinez.
Evelyn was employed as a Legal Secretary for over 15 years and previously worked for Central PA Legal Services and other law firms in...
Marie T. Maggiaro
Jul 13, 2021
Marie T. Maggiaro, 96, passed away late the evening of Tuesday, July 13, 2021, in the care of Mifflin Center. She was the loving widow of Anthony Maggiaro, who passed away in 1984 after 23 years of marriage.
Born in Brooklyn, New York, Marie was a daughter of the late Ronald and Amelia (Amini) DeComa. At 18, Marie took a position...
Doris E. Campbell
Jul 12, 2021
Doris E. Campbell, 88, of Reading, passed away July 12, 2021, at the Reading Hospital.
Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Samuel J. and Ethel M. (Trexler) Campbell.
Doris was a graduate of Wilson High School in 1933 and Community General Hospital School of X-Ray Technology.
After graduating, Doris worked as an x-ray technician for J. Gershon Cohen M.D.,...
Victor Velazquez Rosales
Jul 11, 2021
VÃctor Velázquez Rosales, 49, de Reading, falleció el domingo 11 de julio de 2021, al cuidado del Hospital de Reading luego de una prolongada lucha por su salud. Nacido en Villa Morelos, México, VÃctor era el menor de los nueve hijos de Samuel Velázquez y Rebeca Rosales. La familia se instaló en Reading en 1986.
Padre, amigo y persona alegre, VÃctor...
Kathleen Marie Moult
Jul 11, 2021
Kathy Moult, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and sister. Star athlete and long-time teacher in Berks County.
Kathleen Marie Moult (Jameson), age 67, passed away peacefully in her home on July 10th surrounded by the warmth and comfort of her family after enduring a long, brave battle with cancer. Kathy was born in Long Island, NY in 1954 to her loving and...
Stefne T. Jurgielewicz
Jul 10, 2021
Stefne Therese Kurkoski Jurgielewicz, 93, of Tilden Township, passed away peacefully at home on July 10, 2021.
Stefne was born on March 3, 1928 in Southold, NY and was the daughter of the late Peter and Antonina (Dziergoska) Kurkoski. She was the youngest of their five children and adored her late older brothers (Stanley and Zygmunt) and sisters (Alexandra and Anna)....
Joseph J. Reedy
Jul 9, 2021
Joseph J. "Joe" Reedy, 92, passed away July 9, 2021, in his Reading residence.
He was the loving husband of Jeannette A. (Stacherski) Reedy.
Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Harry and Anna (Sauer) Reedy.
Joe "Lefty" is a member of the Class of '46 of Central Catholic High School where he was a standout athlete in football, basketball,...
Robert L. Wenrich
Jul 8, 2021
Robert L. (Bob) Wenrich, 88, of Hamburg passed away on Thursday July 8, 2021, in the Reading Hospital. Born in West Reading on November 28, 1932, he was one of five children of the late Nathaniel K. and Mabel (Miller) Wenrich.
Bob was extremely proud that he and his three brothers all served in the military during WWII and Korea. He...
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