Obituaries

James S. Muller

James S. Muller

Mar 14, 2010

James (Jim) Stephen Muller, 46, President and owner of Advanced Powder Coatings, Intec APC, Denver PA., began his life on News Years Day,1964.

In the early hours of March 14, 2010, he left from his home to be with God, following a heroic battle.

He leaves behind a loving wife, Carol; children, Garrett and Delaney; daughter-in-law, Noemi; grandchildren, Dominick James and Alyssa...

Sandra Lee Cantero

Sandra Lee Cantero

Mar 14, 2010

Sandra Lee Cantero, a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend to all, 69, of Reading, died March 14, 2010 in The Reading Hospital and Medical Center.

She was married to Rafael Romero Cantero September 13, 1980.

Born January 2, 1941 in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Lloyd Edward and Vivian Virginia (Ludwig) Stufflet.

Sandra was a graduate of Reading High...

Lisa Ellen Paolini

Lisa Ellen Paolini

Mar 13, 2010

Lisa Ellen Paolini, 48, of Wyomissing, died March 13, 2010 in Reading Hospital.

Born in West Reading, she was the daughter of Dr. Mauro J. and Nelda A. (Harting) Paolini, Wyomissing.

She was a graduate of Wyomissing Area High School in 1980 and of the Culinary Institute of America, Hyde Park, NY in 1987.

Lisa was the Executive Chef for both Butler's Pantry...

Frances C. Jones

Frances C. Jones

Mar 13, 2010

Frances C. Jones, 97, wife of the late Philip E. Jones, both formerly of Wyomissing, PA, died March 13, 2010 in Regina Nursing Center, Norristown, PA.

Born July 2, 1912 in Chicago, IL, she was the daughter of the late James P. and Margaret E. (Coyne) Cantwell.

Frances was employed as a secretary/bookkeeper with Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church, West Reading, PA...

Robert J. Tamanini

Robert J. Tamanini

Mar 11, 2010

Robert J. Tamanini, 93, of Wyomissing, entered into eternal rest with his Lord on March 11, 2010 in the Reading Hospital and Medical Center.

His wife, Mabel A. (Sproul) Tamanini, died October 3, 2003.

Born in Vineland, NJ, he was a son of the late Henry and Victoria (Daldon) Tamanini.

Robert was employed as a press operator for over 20 years, working for...

Shirley A. Grube

Shirley A. Grube

Mar 11, 2010

Shirley A. (Hartman) Grube, 71 formerly of West Brunswick Township died March 11th, 2010 in Manor Care, Pottsville where she had resided since November 2002. She was the wife of Paul R. Grube, West Brunswick Township. Shirley was born in Tulpehocken Township, (Host), Berks County and was the daughter of the late Ray and Anna (Reedy) Hartman. She worked as...

Dorothy K. Bowers

Dorothy K. Bowers

Mar 10, 2010

Dorothy K. (Trexler) Bowers, 91 formerly of Shoemakersville, PA. Died March 10th, 2010 in Berks Heim, where she has resided since November 2006. She was born in Albany Township and was the daughter of the late Clarence W. and Daisy P. (Kunkel) Trexler. She was predeceased by her husband's Raymond B. Bowers in November 1962 and Glenn T. Fritch in...

Charles P. Frable

Charles P. Frable

Mar 10, 2010

Charles "Pete" Frable, 63, died March 10, 2010 in his Spring Township residence.

He was the husband of Janet M. (Amy) Frable.

Born in Pen Argyl, PA, he was a son of the late Russell S. and Margaret E. (Buzzard) Frable.

He was a graduate of Pen Argyl High School in 1964. He earned both his BS and MS degrees from Kutztown University...

Sharon Ann Behrle

Sharon Ann Behrle

Mar 10, 2010

Sharon Ann "Sherrie" Behrle, 57, of Wyomissing, died March 10, 2010 in Wyomissing Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Born in West Reading, she was a daughter of Orion S. and Mary M. (Porcaro) Behrle, Wyomissing.

She was a graduate of Wyomissing High School in 1970 and became a licensed cosmetologist.

Sherrie was a hairdresser for L'Official, Sinking Spring, Marie's Beauty Shop, West Lawn and...

Robert A. Geer

Robert A. Geer

Mar 10, 2010

Robert A. Geer, 73, of Wyomissing, died March 10, 2010 in Reading Hospital.

He was the husband of Beryl F. (Underwood) Geer.

Born in Maumee, OH, he was the son of the late Robert H. and Jewell (Allison) Geer.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by three children, Allen D., husband of Betty, Horsham, Jeffrey R., husband of Shannon, Johnson, SC,...

Vincent A. Iannucci

Vincent A. Iannucci

Mar 9, 2010

Vincent A. Iannucci, 82, of Lincoln Park, died March 9, 2010 in Reading Hospital.

His wife Mary (Skias) Iannucci died in 1992.

Born and raised in Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Joseph N. and Caterina (Della Ratta) Iannucci.

He was a U.S. Navy veteran serving during WWII.

Vincent graduated from Wyomissing Polytechnic Institute in 1950 and completed his apprenticeship program in...

Julia M. Good

Julia M. Good

Mar 9, 2010

Julia M. Good, 96, formerly of Womelsdorf and Shillington, died March 9, 2010 in Berks Heim.

Her husband, Dr. Harry S. Good, died November 16, 1970.

Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late George H. and Edna E. (Geist) O'Dell.

She was a graduate of Reading Hospital School of Nursing in 1935 and worked as an RN for Reading Hospital.

Julia...

Irene Wernicki

Irene Wernicki

Mar 8, 2010

Irene "Rene" (Analavage) Wernicki, 82, of Spring Township, died of a massive stroke on March 8, 2010 in Reading Hospital.

Born in Mahanoy City, PA on August 20, 1927, she was the daughter of the late Nicholas and Mary (Gierot) Analavage, and the wife of Alexander Wernicki who died on June 29, 1998.

A member of St. Ignatius Loyola Roman Catholic Church,...

Joseph Vincent Yakaitis

Joseph Vincent Yakaitis

Mar 8, 2010

Joseph Vincent Yakaitis, 87, of Temple, died March 8, 2010 in his son, James' residence.

He was the husband of Ann Elizabeth Gillis who died October 27, 1970.

Born July 25, 1922 in New Philadelphia, he was a son of the late Adolph and Veronica (Shatkus) Yakaitis.

Joseph was employed as a welder with Dana Corp. for 30 years retiring in 1978. After...

Jack C. Rowe

Jack C. Rowe

Mar 8, 2010

Jack Charles Rowe, Sr., 78, of Temple, died March 8, 2010 in Berkshire Center, Exeter Township.

He was the husband of Helen Violet (Hamm) Rowe, whom he married June 27, 1953.

Born August 4, 1931 in his Reading residence, he was a son of the late Evelyn Mae (Rowe) Holl.

Jack was employed as a repairman with Central Tire, Reading for a number...

Lucy M. Schuchman

Lucy M. Schuchman

Mar 8, 2010

Lucy M. Schuchman, 98, of Reading, died March 8, 2010 in the Golden Living Center.

She was the widow of Charles S. Schuchman, whom she married in 1950.

Born in Brooklyn, NY, she was a daughter of the late Fedele and Luisa (Catapano) Serpico.

Lucy worked for over 25 years as a telegram operator for Western Union. She lived in Brooklyn until 1998,...

Joseph Eugene Kelly

Joseph Eugene Kelly

Mar 8, 2010

Joseph Eugene Kelly, 89, of Lincoln Park, passed away of natural causes Monday afternoon March 8, 2010, at the Reading Hospital and Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family.

He was the husband of Alice (Ritzel) Kelly.

Born in Washington, D.C., he was the son of the late William A. Kelly and Anna M. (Darnall) Kelly.

He was a graduate of Rider University,...

Brock J. Woerner

Brock J. Woerner

Mar 8, 2010

Brock John Woerner, 40, of Lancaster, entered into rest March 8, 2010 in the Lancaster General Hospital.

He was married October 9, 2004 to Marites "Tessa" Blanza-Woerner.

Born in Reading on October 9, 1969, he was a son of Marvin R. and Carol Anne (Weaver) Woerner, of Temple.

He was a 1987 graduate of Muhlenberg High School and a 2008 graduate from Harrisburg...

Alfred M. Bertolet

Alfred M. Bertolet

Mar 7, 2010

Alfred M."Sime" Bertolet, local aviation pioneer and a founder of Reading Aviation Service, Suburban Airlines, Public Aviation, and the Reading Air Show, died March 7 at the age of 93 in his Wyomissing home surrounded by his family and devoted caregivers. Mr. Bertolet was born September 17, 1916 in Ontelaunee Township to Laura and William A. Bertolet. For 64 years...

Shirley A. Gehret

Shirley A. Gehret

Mar 6, 2010

Shirley Ann Gehret, 77, formerly of Reading died March 6, 2010 in Berks Heim, Bern Township.

Born May 15, 1932 in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Jesse I. and Beulah (Gilbert) Mengel.

Shirley is survived by four children: Gary L. Gehret of Reinholds; Leslie A. (Gehret), wife of James C. Stolz of Reinholds, Lynndel (Gehret), wife of Kevin E....