Obituaries
Mary Patricia Belsterling
Feb 23, 2024
Our beloved, Mary Patricia (Patty) Belsterling, 81, passed away on February 23, 2024, in her Wyomissing residence surrounded by everything she loved, leaving behind a legacy of unconditional love and creativity. Her most precious creations, Eric (her son), Erin (her daughter), Riley and Finn Giblin (her grandchildren), survive her as well as her little animal kingdom comprised of Daisy, Sweetie...
Emily Wickel
Feb 23, 2024
Emily A. Wickel, 45, passed away on Friday, February 23, 2024, in her Lincoln Park residence after a lengthy battle with cancer. On March 1, she and her husband, Paul L. Wickel would have celebrated their 23rd wedding anniversary.
Born in Reading to William C. Arentz, husband of Stephanie L. (Neiman) Arentz, of Fleetwood, and the late Rose Emily (Liscusky) Arentz,...
Celia Calderon Herrera
Feb 23, 2024
Celia Calderon-Herrera, 86, passed away February 23, 2024 in her Muhlenberg Township residence.
Born in Mexico, she was the daughter of the late Francisco Calderon and Maria Guadalupe Herrera.
Celia was the loving wife of the Manuel Santoyo Jimenez, with whom she celebrated forty plus years of marriage before his passing.
She was an activate member of St. Peter the Apostle Roman Catholic...
Franklin L. Decosta
Feb 22, 2024
Franklin L. DeCosta, 90, of Fleetwood, passed away on February 22, 2024 at Keystone Villa. Born in Woodbridge, New Jersey, he was the son of Charles and Henrietta (Tomassoli) DeCosta. Franklin was the loving husband of Blanche M. (Zaprazny) until her passing in 2007.
Frank was a crane operator for Dana Corporation for 31 years, retiring in 1982.
He is survived by...
Scott Donald Noecker
Feb 19, 2024
Scott Donald Noecker, 77, of Mohnton, passed away on February 19, 2024, surrounded by loved ones, at Reading Hospital. Born in Reading, he was the son of the late Donald C. and Doris M. (Knappenberger) Noecker. Scott shared 27 years of love with his significant other, Lorre L. Witmer. He was very loyal to her and cherished their relationship. He...
John Steven Littlefield
Feb 18, 2024
John Steven Littlefield, 61, of Morgantown, passed away on February 18, 2024 at Reading Hospital. Born in Northeast Philadelphia, he was the son of Jerome and Maryann (Pazdan) Littlefield. John was the loving husband of Maddalena M. (Cottone) Littlefield, with whom he shared 36 years of marriage.
John was a 1981 graduate of Bishop Kenrick High School, Norristown. During his time...
Ruth A. Kaley
Feb 17, 2024
Ruth A. Kaley, of Windsor Township, passed into eternal life on Saturday, February 17, 2024 at the Reading Hospital. She was the beloved wife of Charles S. Kaley. They were married at Jacob's Church on January 30, 1954 by Reverend Clarence Rahn. They recently shared their 70th anniversary while Ruth was in the hospital.
Born on September 18, 1934 in Lynnville,...
Evangeline Mcgowan
Feb 16, 2024
Evangeline McGowan, 93, formerly of Exeter Twp., passed away on February 16, 2024, in her Spring Twp. residence.
Her husband, Robert H. McGowan, passed away on January 19, 1999. They were married on November 29, 1953.
Born in Reading she was a daughter of the late Anastasios and Helen (Chincha) Katzos.
She was employed by Berkshire Knitting Mills; she stopped working to raise...
Lois E Reppert
Feb 16, 2024
Lois E. Reppert (Hoke), 77, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2024, at home surrounded by loved ones. She was the wife of the late Larry L. Reppert. They shared 56 wonderful years together before his passing on April 21, 2019.
Born in Donaldson, PA, she was the daughter of the late Marlin and Lorraine (Freeman) Hoke. Lois & Larry were...
Michael John Wojszwillo
Feb 16, 2024
Michael J. Wojszwillo, 77, of Rittenhouse Village, passed away Friday, February 16, 2024, in the care of Mifflin Center. Born in Reading to the late Anthony C. Wojszwillo Sr. and Helen E. (Suglia) Wojszwillo, Michael graduated from Twin Valley High School in 1966.
He served honorably in the United States Army during the Vietnam War and earned a National Defense Service...
Ruth Irene Destasio
Feb 16, 2024
Ruth I. DeStasio, 95, formerly of Muhlenberg Township, passed away, Friday, February 16, 2024, in the care of Willow Brook Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. She was the widow of Michael DeStasio Sr., who passed away May 27, 2019.
Born in Reading to the late Clair and Anna (Kissinger) Bricker, Ruth graduated from Muhlenberg High School in 1946. Ruth worked in the...
Cleon A. Coldren
Feb 15, 2024
Cleon A. Coldren, Jr., 72, of Mohrsville, passed away on February 15, 2024, in Geisinger St. Luke's Hospital.
Born in Reading on July 8, 1951, he was a son of the late Cleon A., Sr., and Elsie Marie (Gollub) Coldren.
He was a U.S. Army veteran serving during the Vietnam War.
Cleon was a mechanic of many fields from automotive to industrial. He...
Loretta M. Lush
Feb 15, 2024
It is with deep sense of sorrow and loss that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, sister, grandmother, great grandmother Loretta M. (Stine) Lush, 81, of Hamburg, passed away on February 15, 2024, at 4:10 pm at Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center, Reading, PA. Grandma loved to spend time with her family, whether it was playing...
Joseph M. Rodolico
Feb 15, 2024
Joseph M. Rodolico, M.D., 88, of Wyomissing, passed away on February 15, 2024, at Berks Heim.
He was the husband of Margaret E. (Nicholas) Rodolico. They were married on February 12, 1995.
Born in Philadelphia, he was a son of the late Charles and Anne (Masciantonio) Rodolico.
He was a graduate of St. Joe's Prep, St. Joseph's College, and University of Rome Medical...
Russell G. Auge
Feb 14, 2024
Russell G. Auge, Jr., 96, passed away on Wednesday, February 14th, 2024 at home with his wife and children by his side. He was the loving husband of Neoma Mae (Kramer) Auge, with whom he shared nearly 75 years of marriage.
Born in Reading, he was the son of the late Russell G., Sr. and Mildred (Hayes) Auge. Russell joined the...
Earl A. Jordon
Feb 14, 2024
Earl A. Jordon, III, of Wyomissing, passed away February 14, 2024, at Sinking Spring Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
He was the husband of Linda A. (Axenroth) Jordon.
Born in Pottstown, he was a son of the late Earl A., Jr., and Elizabeth V. (Ondo) Jordon.
He was employed by Prudential as an insurance agent.
Earl served our nation proudly and valiantly in the...
Richard K. Reis
Feb 13, 2024
Richard K. Reis, III, 43, passed away on February 13, 2024, at his residence. He was the husband of Sarah (Danby) Reis. Born in Reading, he was the son of Lillie (Harp) and the late Richard Reis, Sr. He was employed at Glen-Gery.
Richard will be remembered for many things, including his devotion to his family. He loved spending time with...
John H. Leonti
Feb 12, 2024
John H. Leonti, 94. Passed away Monday, February 12, 2024, in his Reading residence surrounded by his loving family.
He was the loving husband of Dawn A. (Leonardo) Leonti.
Born in Mohnton, he was a son of the late Samuel and Mary (Marabella) Leonti.
He was employed by Diversified Mechanical, Inc., as a Sprinkler Fiter for 25 years, retiring in 1990.
John served our...
John Joseph Myszkowski
Feb 12, 2024
John Joseph Myszkowski, 70, was called home unexpectedly on Monday, February 12, 2024 at Reading Hospital. He was the loving husband of Janice (Dewald) Myszkowski, with whom he shared 50 years.
John was born in Reading, one of three sons of the late Joseph and Stella (Jaznach) Myszkowski. His adventures with his brothers, Bill and Robert, began in childhood and continued...
Carl William Slisher
Feb 12, 2024
Carl William Slisher, 85, of Bern Township, passed away on February 12, 2024. Born in Kalamazoo, MI, he was the son of the late Col. Weldon L. and Vivian K. (Arklie) Slisher. Carl was the beloved husband of Alice (Zebelean) Slisher, with whom he shared 34 years of marriage.
Carl was a 1958 graduate of Highland Park High School, Highland Park,...
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