Joshua Jarred Plank-Savini
Aug 21, 2022
In loving memory of R. Joshua Plank-Savini , 45 , of Reading PA, who passed away in his home on Sunday, August 21st 2022.
Josh is the son of Robert Plank and the late Patricia Savini.
Josh is survived by his son Joshua J. Savini II. Josh is also survived by his brother Joel Savini, his sisters; Rachel Plank, Sara Plank, Lauren...
Otto Franz Schumann
Aug 21, 2022
Otto Franz Schumann Jr., 90, of Reading, passed away on Sunday, August 21, 2022, in the care of Reading Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Reading to the late Otto Franz Schumann Sr. and Grace (Goetz) Schumann.
He graduated from the New York Military Academy and Pennsylvania State University before enlisting as an officer in the United...
John William Hofer
Aug 21, 2022
John William Hofer, 80, of Reading, passed away, August 21, 2022.
Born in Cincinnati, OH, he was the proud son of the late Raymond and Hazel (Hofstetter) Hofer. John graduated from Western Hills High School in the class of 1959. He was employed as a superintendent at Glidden. He loved watching old Western movies, Eagles and Phillies. Also always could find...
Diane W. Rosenast
Aug 20, 2022
Diane Wallace Rosenast, 89, of Wyomissing, PA, passed away on August 20, 2022.
Her husband, Dr. E. Otto Rosenast, Jr., passed away on February 11, 2013.
Born in Collingswood, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Bruce and Vera (Bowker) Wallace.
She was a graduate of Merchantville High School, NJ and Centenary Junior College for Women, Hackettstown, NJ
Diane was a former member...
Robin Lloyd Kaplan
Aug 16, 2022
Robin L. Kaplan, 72, of Wyomissing, PA passed away Tuesday, August 16, 2022 at Columbia Cottage, Wyomissing, where he resided since May.
Born May 2, 1950 in Providence, RI, he was the son of Solomon and Gladys (Wilcon) Kaplan.
Robin was survived by his wife of 33 years, Lori (Staron) Kaplan and two sons: Saul Daniel and fiancée Jennifer Miller of Lemoyne,...
Kathleen L. Becker
Aug 15, 2022
Kathleen L. Becker, 78, formerly of West Reading, went home to the Lord on Monday, August 15, 2022, in Raleigh, NC. Born in Reading, PA, she was the proud daughter of the late Perry and Catherine (Dugan) Becker. Kathleen graduated from Central Catholic High School in the class of 1962. She was employed as an administrative assistant in the medical...
May A. Lafaver
Aug 14, 2022
May A. LaFaver, 99, of Shoemakersvile, passed away on August 14, 2022, at Maidencreek Place, Reading.
She was born in Centre Township and was the daughter of the late Elmer and Ethel (Delong) Hoffman. May graduated from Perry High School in 1940. She was very active with St. Luke's Church, Virginville Grange, and the Reading Hospital Auxiliary.
May worked in the cafeteria...
John C. Sauer
Aug 13, 2022
John C. Sauer, Jr., 79, of Exeter Twp., passed away on August 13, 2022, at Fairlane Gardens.
Born in Reading, he was a son of the late John C., Sr., and Eleanor (Stevens) Sauer.
He was a graduate of Central Catholic High School in 1961 and the McCann School of Business in 1964 earning an associate's degree in Accounting.
John was an engineering...
Patricia Ann Stubblebine
Aug 13, 2022
Patricia Ann (Eckenroth) Stubblebine, formerly of Wyomissing, daughter of Henry and Alma Eckenroth, passed away in Wake Forest, North Carolina on Saturday, August 13, 2022, at the age of 92.
Formerly of West Lawn, Pennsylvania, she was a member of the West Lawn United Methodist Church, and a graduate of Wilson High School, class of 1947. Patty was a successful realtor...
Jerry C. Dalton
Aug 12, 2022
Jerry C. Dalton, 72, passed away on Friday, August 12th, 2022 in his Reading residence. He was the loving husband of Karen (Glase) Dalton, with whom he shared nearly 40 years.
Born in Reading, he was the son of the late James and Laura (Schoelkopf) Dalton. Jerry was a Boy Scout as a young man, and learned many important skills in...
Janet L. Roslin
Aug 9, 2022
Janet L. Roslin, 95, of Reading, passed away August 9, 2022, in Berkshire Commons.
She was the beloved wife of the late Louis A. Roslin Jr. Born in West Lawn, she was the daughter of the late Daniel E., and Edna M. (Seidel) Benson.
Janet was a 1944 graduate of Wilson High School and also attended Marywood College. She was a dedicated...
Lee Henry Snyder
Aug 9, 2022
Lee Henry Snyder, 90, of Malvern, Pennsylvania, passed away on August 9, 2022, in the company of his youngest daughter.
Lee was born on October 9, 1931, and raised in Reading, Pennsylvania. He attended Reading High School where he met his love and future wife, Pat. They married while in college at Albright College where he received a B.S degree with...
Jeffrey A. Repinsky
Aug 8, 2022
Jeffrey A. Repinsky, 67, passed away on Monday, August 8th, 2022 in his Robeson Township residence. He was the loving husband of the late Elizabeth (Shupp) Repinsky, with whom he shared 37 years of marriage.
Born in Reading, he was the son of the late Walter and Virginia (Frampton) Repinsky. For over 35 years, Jeff worked as a truck driver for...
Donald G. Kreitz, Sr.
Aug 7, 2022
Donald G. Kreitz, Sr., 85, of Sinking Spring passed away on August 7, 2022 at Rittenhouse Village Muhlenberg.
He was a son of the late Paul Kreitz, Sr. and Gladys (Showaker) Kreitz.
He was a 1954 graduate of Wilson High School.
Donald was owner of Kreitz Oval Track Parts, Inc. in Sinking Spring and he also owned Kreitz Welding & Fabrication, Inc. from...
Troy Allen Rickenbach
Aug 6, 2022
Troy Allen Rickenbach, 37, of West Reading, died tragically and unexpectedly on August 6, 2022, in Morgantown, PA.
Born in Reading, he was the son of John J. Rickenbach, West Reading and Cathy Rickenbach-Lightcap, wife of Kevin "Andy" Lightcap, Hamburg.
He was a graduate of Muhlenberg High School.
Troy was a die-hard Philadelphia Eagles fan. He enjoyed playing baseball and football with his...
Elaine Giorgi
Aug 4, 2022
Elaine Giorgi, 83, peacefully passed away on Thursday, August 4, 2022, under the care of the compassionate staff at the Mifflin Center in Shillington. Elaine was born and raised in Reading and was the daughter of the late George and Eva Kordopatis. Elaine worked for most of her career as an Administrative Assistant at American Bank & Trust Company and...
Ellen Marie Vanszl
Aug 4, 2022
Ellen Marie Vanszl passed away in the loving care of her family on August 4th, 2022.
Ellen lived a life dedicated to travel, education, and family. She was born in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, as the daughter of the late Louis and Josephine Verchot. Ellen graduated St. Josephs High School in 1950 and received her Bachelor's Degree in English at Elms College in...
L. Ronald Hiddemen
Aug 3, 2022
L. Ronald Hiddemen, 78, of Bern Township, passed away August 3, 2022, at the Reading Hospital.
He was the loving husband of N. Louise (Rowe) Hiddemen.
Born in Delaware County, he was a son of the late William H. and Ethel B. (Bouchelle) Hiddemen
He was a graduate of Eddystone High School and Penn State University where he earned a bachelor's degree in...
Samuel R. Castillo Pedraza
Aug 1, 2022
Samuel R. "Shadow" Castillo Pedraza, 36, passed away on Monday, August 1, 2022, in care of Reading Hospital after his family made the courageous choice to honor his wishes to be a donor for Gift of Life. Sam's legacy will forever change the lives of over 25 other families who receive his heroic gift.
Born in El Coyolote, Michoacán Mexico, he...
Larry Richard Newhard
Jul 31, 2022
Larry R. Newhard, 79, of Shartlesville, passed away on July 31, 2022, at Laurel Center, Hamburg.
Larry was born in Allentown, PA, he was the son of the late Albert and Margaret (Heisler) Newhard.
Larry worked as a lineman for Mac Trucks making Fire Trucks for over 30 years before retiring in May 2022.
Larry is survived by his loving daughter, Lisa Simon....