Obituaries
Paul Henry Rhoads
Oct 27, 2023
Paul Henry Rhoads, 95, of Blandon, passed away Friday October 27, 2023, at the Providence Place Senior Living of Pottsville.
He was the loving husband of Jean Helen (Kershner) Rhoads. They married on April 21, 1951.
Born in Hamburg, he was a son of the late Paul V. and Hilda (Ernst) Rhoads.
He was a graduate of Hamburg High School.
Paul served our nation...
Kathleen Ann Zuidema
Oct 26, 2023
Kathleen Ann Zuidema, age 72, of Wyomissing, PA, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2023.
Kathy was born to Joseph and Ruth Hubner in Rochester, New York. After Kathy graduated from Bishop Kearney High School, she went on to obtain a Bachelor's Degree in English at SUNY Oswego and a Master's Degree in Library Science at SUNY Geneseo.
Kathy was incredibly intelligent,...
Robert Peter Lesche
Oct 26, 2023
Robert P. Lesche, 69, of Wyomissing, passed away in his residence on October 26, 2023, after a long battle with cancer. Born in Ludwigsburg, Germany, he was a son of the late Robert H. and Mary L. (Koller) Lesche. The family immigrated to the United States in June 1958, and Bob became a citizen in November 1968. He graduated from...
Margaret M. Orellana
Oct 25, 2023
Margaret M. "Maggie" Orellana, 54, passed away on Wednesday, October 25, 2023, at the Reading Hospital. She was the wife of William Orellana.
Born in Reading, she was the daughter of the late Barry and Katherine (Carlson) Bloom. Maggie was employed as a dry cleaner at Yorgey's Dry Cleaner.
Her family was the most important part of her life.
Maggie is survived by...
Karen Marie Chimenko
Oct 25, 2023
Karen Marie Chimenko, 80, passed away peacefully in her Phoebe Berks residence on October 25, 2023. Born in Lancaster, she was the daughter of Eugene and R. Eleanor (Richards) Barth. Karen was the loving wife of Edward Chimenko, with whom she shared over 60 years.
Karen graduated from Wilson High School in 1961. She attended Albright College and Indiana University, where...
Christine Batastini
Oct 25, 2023
Christine Batastini, 70, gained her angel wings on Wednesday, October 25, 2023. She passed at home with her beloved husband of 51 years, Michael, holding her hand. High school sweethearts, they married on April 29, 1972. He was her caregiver during her courageous battle and fulfilled his promise to be with her until her last breath earthside.
Born in Reading, she...
David Cirulli
Oct 23, 2023
Born on August 18, 1930, to Louis and Emma Cirulli, David passed peacefully on October 23, 2023, at the age of 93. David married his beautiful wife Sylvia (Remza) on November 5, 1955, and they were happily married for almost 68 years. He was a husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, as well as an enthusiast of many hobbies, including golf,...
Timothy Caldwell
Oct 23, 2023
Timothy Caldwell, 67, passed away unexpectedly at his Bechtelsville residence on October 23, 2023. Born in Sumter, South Carolina, he was the beloved son of George and Nettie (Blair) Caldwell.
Timothy joined the Marines, training as a Rifleman. He attended Southern New Hampshire University and Hesser College, where he received a Master's degree in Psychology. He proudly served his community as...
Violet K. Miller
Oct 22, 2023
Violet K. Miller, 104, formerly of Lincoln Park, passed away on Sunday, October 22, 2023, in the care of Brethren Village of Lititz. She was the widow of Joseph A. Miller, who passed away in 2014. Born in Tamaqua to the late Peter and Alexandria (Polkoski) Dombrosky, Violet graduated from Tamaqua High School in 1936.
Violet served as the secretary and...
Dennis Thomas Ruano
Oct 22, 2023
Dennis T. Ruano, 84, of Kenhorst, passed away Sunday morning, October 22, 2023, peacefully at his home. He was the husband of Barbara (Shisslak) Ruano and was married to his lovely bride for 63 years having passed on their anniversary. Born in Reading, PA, he was the son of Camillo and Ora (Eckenroth) Ruano.
Dennis is retired from Carpenter Technology where...
Velia Biagianti
Oct 21, 2023
Velia Biagianti, 95, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 21, 2023, at Reading Hospital.
Born in Reading, she was the daughter of the late Giovanni and Amelia (Drovandini) Biagianti. Velia was a lifelong member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church. She was a seamstress by trade, a member of the Garment Workers' Union and retiree from Skyline Sportswear. However, retirement did not...
Frank R. Stacherski
Oct 21, 2023
Frank R. Stacherski, Sr, 85, passed away on Saturday, October 21, 2023 at Reading Hospital.
Born in Reading, he was the son of the late Felix Stacherski and Jean (Ziolkowski) Albrecht. Frank was employed by Oritskie's Clothing Company as a fabric cutter, retiring after 44 years. He was always fond of the outdoors. From an early age, he enjoyed camping, fishing,...
Randolph M. Blatt
Oct 19, 2023
Randolph "Randy" M. Blatt, PE, 77, of Spring Twp., passed away on Thursday, October 19, 2023, at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania from a stroke. He was the husband of Jane L. (Brecker) Blatt. They married on May 8, 1971.
Born in West Reading, he was the son of the late Randolph M. and Margaret A. (Martin) Blatt. Randy...
Joseph C. Burkart
Oct 19, 2023
Joseph C. Burkart, 87, formerly of Reading, passed away Thursday, October 19, 2023. Born in Reading to the late J. George and Beatrice C. (Kortenhorn) Burkart, Joseph served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War.
Joseph was a devout member of Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church. He retired from Carpenter Tech.
He is survived by his sister, Joan, and by...
Beverly Jean Thompson
Oct 19, 2023
Beverly Jean Thompson, 80, of Wyomissing, Pa, passed away on Thursday, October 19, 2023, at home following complications related to Alzheimer's disease. She is survived by her caring and loving husband, Charles W. Thompson, Jr. They were introduced in 1961 by her mother and his aunt and married July 12, 1981, at Saint Paul Baptist Church of Montclair, NJ by...
Joan M. Heckman
Oct 18, 2023
Joan M. Heckman, 79, passed away on Wednesday, October 18, 2023 in her Hamburg home. She was the wife of David F. Heckman, with whom she shared 60 years of marriage.
Born in Middleport to the late Edward and Sue (Donbrowski) Miller, Joan was employed by the Hamburg Center as a food preparation worker for 12 years.
Joan is survived by her...
Robert J. Vaughn
Oct 17, 2023
Robert J. Vaughn, 72, passed away on Tuesday, October 17, 2023, in the care of Wyomissing Health and Rehabilitation. He was the widower of Kathleen A. Vaughn, his high school sweetheart, who passed away in 2004. Born in Ashland, PA, to the late Robert C. and Lenore B. (Colihan) Vaughn, Bob graduated from Cardinal Brennan High School in 1969 and...
Carl Arthur Hess
Oct 17, 2023
Carl Arthur Hess, 80, of Hamburg, passed away Tuesday, October 17, 2023, at the Lehigh Valley Hospital, Cedar Crest.
He was the loving husband of Audrey Kay (Weidman) Hess. Carl is also survived by his daughter, Carla Kimber, wife of Danny Clyde, Washington State.
Born in West Hazelton, he was the son of the late Carl L. and Ruth C. (Stauffenberg) Hess.
Carl...
Ryan Joel Hall
Oct 16, 2023
Ryan Joel Hall passed away in his sleep on Monday, October 16, 2023, at the age of 42 at his mother's home in Exeter Township. Ryan was a great mechanic, he enjoyed working on cars and had a degree in Small Engine Repair.
He loved his dogs and had several over the years including a few litter of pups. He loved...
Nicholas R. Calabria
Oct 14, 2023
Nicholas R. Calabria was born March 26, 1941, and peacefully passed away on October 14, 2023, at the age of 82. He was the beloved son of the late Russell and Pauline (Farina) Calabria.
He lived most of his life in Reading, graduated from Reading High School, played basketball and baseball and continued his education at Penn State. After which he...
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