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Faber, Jacob

Faber, Violet M. (nee Hinnershitz)

Violet M Faber, 79, of 1032 Barberry Ave., Laurel Commons, died Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. in the Leader Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, where she had been a patient for a week. She is the wife of Elmer W. Faber. Born in West Reading, she was a daughter of the late Edward and Alfreda (Sieber) Hinnershitz.

She was employed for five years by Holiday Inn. She was a member of Reformed United Church of Christ, Laureldale.

She is also survived by a son, Donald S., Las Vegas, and four daughters; Esther, wife of Thomas Vernetti Jr., and Lois R., wife of John Angstadt, both of Reading; Barbara A., wife of James Borrell, Fleetwood; and Nancy Faber Newland, Las Vegas. Other survivors include, a sister, Dorothy Graziano, Levittown, N.Y. There are also four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Services will be private. The Auman Funeral Home, Reading, is in charge of arrangements.

Fabian, Joseph J.

Services were held for Joseph J. Fabian, 88, of Hellertown, who passed away on Feb. 24, 2004 at St. Luke's Hospital, Fountain Hill. He was the husband of Irene (Strommer) Fabian. They were married for 48 years. Born in Bethlehem he was a son of the late Joseph and Susanna (Kasarda) Fabian. Until his retirement in 1978 he was employed by Bethlehem Steel Co., Bethlehem. He was a member of St. Theresa's Catholic Church, in Hellertown where he was a member of the Holy Name Society and the New Beginners Seniors Group. Mr. Fabian served in the Army during WWII and was awarded a Purple Heart. In addition to his wife he is survived by a son, Joseph of Hellertown; two daughters, Elaine Fabian-Shelly of Elk Ridge, Md. and Rose Moser of Bethlehem; and five grandchildren. He was predeceased by brothers, James and Frank. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Theresa's Catholic Church, 1408 Easton Rd., Hellertown, PA 18055 or the Leukemia Society of America, 2401 Pennsylvania Ave, Suite 2D1. Philadelphia, PA 19130. Arrangements: Falk Funeral Home, 1418 Main St., Hellertown, PA 18055

Fackler, Mary C.

Mary C., 16 month old daughter of Walter S. and Marguerite (Mogel) Fackler, of 305 Little Grape street, died last evening in St. Joseph's Hospital. Besides the parents, there survive five brothers, Ira, Walter, Bryan, Paul and John, and three sisters, Ruth, Marguerite and Etta, all at home. Funeral Directors T.C. Auman, Inc., have charge of the arrangements.

Fahrbach, John A.

Fahrbach--In this city, on the 15th inst., John A. Fahrbach, aged 63 years and 5 months. The relatives and friends of the family, also members of National American Association of Dancing Masters; American Federation of Musicians, Local No. 135; Keim Post No. 76, GAR; Mt. Penn Castle, No. 51, Knights of the Golden Eagle; Camp 89, P.O.S. of A; Lexington Commandery, No. 2; Reading Turn-Verein and the Junior Fire Company are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from his late residence, 32 S. 8th St., on Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Services at the house. Interment at Charles Evans Cemetery.

Fahringer, Annie E.V. (nee Reppert)

Annie E. V., wife of George E. M. Fahringer, of Mountainville, died last evening at 5 o'clock of heart trouble. She had been ill only a few weeks. She was aged 26 years, 11 months and 18 days. Her husband and four small children survive. She was a daughter of Samuel Reppert, of Mertztown. The surviving brothers and sisters of the deceased are: William, Fred and Alfred, of Allentown; George, of Mertztown; Caroline, of Philadelphia; Mary E., wife of A. L. Kline, of Allentown, and Ellen, of Mertztown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, March 6, 1897, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fahs, Sallie

Died. On the 12th inst., at Longswamp, Sallie, wife of George Fahs, aged 17 years, 4 months and 12 days.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, August 19, 1896, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fair, Abigail

Fair, Mrs. John (nee Leibensperger)

Mrs. John Fair, a native of Maxatawny and a former resident of Emaus, passed away at Doylestown, Monday night, from a heart attack, in her 47th year. Mrs. Fair was removed to the Quakertown hospital on December 10 for treatment. Later she returned to the family home at Argus, Bucks county, and then to another institution, where she was being cared for when she died. She was a born Leibensperger and was reared at Maxatawny. She is survived by her husband and the following step-children, Mrs. Arthur Stauffer and John Fair, Jr., Emaus, and Miriam Fair, Macungie. Two sisters, Mrs. Mayme Wieder, Emaus, and Elda Leibensperger, Coplay, also survive. Private services will be conducted at Fred Reinsmith's funeral home, 32 North Fourth street, Emaus, on Saturday at 1.30 p.m. Interment will be made in Maxatawny cemetery. Friends may call at Reinsmith's on Friday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, January 25, 1933, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fair, Samuel

Fair--In Birdsboro, on the 10th inst., Samuel Fair, aged 79 years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from his late residence, Spruce St. Birdsboro, on Thursday, Aug. 14 at 11 o'clock a.m. Services at the house. Interment in St. Michael's cemetery.

Fair, Thomas

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, September 25, 1875. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Fairchild, Carrie E. (nee Prutzman)

Mrs. Carrie E. Fairchild, 73, of Longswamp Township, Alburtis R. 1, wife of Arthur G. Fairchild, died yesterday in Allentown Hospital. A native of White Haven, she was a daughter of the late Jacob and Margaret (Eckert) Prutzman. She is survived by her husband, a daughter Gladys, wife of William Oels, Alburtis, and a son, Claude, Alburtis. There are two grandchildren, a sister Florence, wife of George Wood, a brother, Harold Prutzman, both of White Haven. Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the DeLong and Trexler Funeral Home, Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, February 24, 1956, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Falasco, Leo

Leo Falasco, 412 West Greenwich street, died in the Reading Hospital, aged 24 years.

Falkenstein, Marie H.

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated for Marie H. Falkenstein, 75, of Lehigh Avenue, Exeter Township, who died November 8 in her residence. She was the wife of Daniel J. Falkenstein. Born in Philadelphia, she was a self-employed artist. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, Birdsboro. In addition to her husband, she is also survived by a son, Daniel J., Media, Delaware County, and a daughter, Jean M. (Falkenstein) Shanaman, Niles, Mich. Other survivors include a sister; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. The Dengler Funeral Home Inc., Birdsboro, was in charge of arrangements.

Fancher Jr., Ibra S.

Burial was private for Ibra S. Fancher Jr., 79, of Green Hills Road, Robeson Township, who died June 11 in Reading Hospital. He was the husband of Annabelle Celia (Ludwig) Fancher. Fancher was the owner/operator for more than 25 years of Berks Pattern Works, Reading, retiring in 1995. Born in DeLeon Springs, Fla., he was an Air Force veteran of the Korean War. He was a 1949 graduate of Mount Penn High School. He had served as president of the Robeson Township Bicentennial Organization. A member of the Robeson Lutheran Church, Plowville, he was also master of Union Lodge 479, F&AM, Birdsboro, in 1979. He was a leader of Boy Scout Troop 543, Plowville, in the late 1960s and was a past president of the Robeson Elementary Parent-Teacher Association. He was past commander of American Legion Post 626, Birdsboro. In addition to his wife, he is also survived by a daughter, Patti-Jo (Fancher) Mowrey, DuBois, Clearfield County; and three sons: Ibra S. III, Waynesburg, Greene County; Todd A., Jacksonville, Fla.; and Terrence L., New Freedom, York County. Other survivors include two sisters, Darlie (Fancher) Ulrich, Gibraltar, and Lenora (Fancher) Hill, Robeson Township. There are also nine grandchildren. The Dengler Funeral Home Inc, Birdsboro, handled the arrangements.

Farig, Daniel

Daniel Farig died at his home on a farm in Maxatawny, a short distance from Kutztown, aged 78 years, 9 months and 7 days. He was taken suddenly ill about four days ago with pneumonia, which is the direct cause of his death. There survive his widow, Kate (nee Sassaman), and these children: Charles and Ellis, of Pittston, Ind.; Sarah, wife of Chas. Wentzel, of Philadelphia; Amanda, wife of Martin Kotler, of Benedict; Emma, wife of Emanuel Dietrich of near Dunkel's Church; Salina, wife of Jonathan Knittle, of Maxatawny; Wilson, of Montgomery county, and Albert, at home. A brother, Valentine, of Lenhartsville, remains. Funeral services and interment at Dunkel's Church, Rev. J. S. Bartholomew officiating.

[Note: This man's surname was actually Sarig.]

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, April 21, 1909, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Farina, Gwendolyn D.

Services were held in the Leibensperger Funeral Home, Hamburg, for Gwendolyn D. Farina, 58, of Elm Street, Leesport, who died of natural causes March 19 in Albert Einstein Medical Center, Philadelphia, where she had been a patient since Feb. 22. Burial was in Zion's Cemetery, Perry Township. She was the wife of Raymond Farina Sr. Born in Hamburg, she was a daughter of the late Paul W. and Stella V. (Driesbach) Gibson. Last working in 1988, she was employed as a bus driver by the Berks County Intermediate Unit. She was previously employed as an assistant manager by Fleetwood Sportswear, Reading, for three years. Farina was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, Perry Township. Surviving are two sons, Raymond Farina Jr., at home, and Troy A. Farina, Atlanta; and two daughters, Toni A. (Farina) Ruppert, Shoemakersville, and Terri A. Farina, Reading. There are also two grandchildren. Other survivors include two brothers, Gary P. Gibson, Cressona, Schuylkill County, and Glenn M. Gibson, Tilden Township; and two sisters, Gail M. (Gibson) Schwambach and Beverly A. (Gibson) Wagner, both of Reading.

Farnsworth, Ruth A.

Ruth A. Farnsworth, 76, of Shenandoah, formerly of Shenandoah Heights, died Thursday night at Mifflin Center, Cumru Township, Berks County, where she lived for five years. Born on Sept. 16, 1923, she was a daughter of the late Albert and Daisy Rahig Hill. A son, Charles E., died in 1981. Surviving are a son, Dennis L., Frackville; two grandsons. Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Bean Funeral Home Inc., Shillington, is in charge of arrangements.

Farrell, Joseph A.

On the 6th isn't., Joseph A. Farrell, age 60 years. Funeral services Monday at 8:15 a.m. from the Kuhn Funeral Home, 8th & Penn Aves., West Reading, followed by a High Requiem Mass in Sacred Heart Church at 9 a.m. Interment in Gethsemane Cemetery. Friends may call Sunday evening, 7 to 9.

Farrell, Willard E.

In New Providence, New Jersey, on the 18th, Willard E Farrell, aged 68 years. Services from Theo. C. Aumen, Inc., Funeral Parlors, 247 Penn St., Saturday at 1 p.m. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery. Friends may call Friday evening, 7 to 9.

Fasnacht, Leona H.

Services will be Thursday for Leona H. Fasnacht, 87, formerly of Morgantown, who died June 22 in Zerbe Sisters Nursing Center, Caernarvon Township, Lancaster County. She was the wife of Ralph U. Fasnacht. She was born in Coalport, Carbon County. Fasnacht was a member of Bridgeville Evangelical Congregational Church, East Earl Township. She is also survived by two daughters, Barbara L. (Fasnacht) Evans, LaPlata, Md., and Connie L. (Fasnacht) Jones, Cochranville, Chester County; and a stepson, Mervin R., Morgantown. Also two sisters, seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday in the Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill, Lancaster County. Burial will be in Bridgeville Cemetery.

Fatz, Adam

FATZ -- In this city, on the 9th inst., ADAM FATZ, aged 81 years, 3 months and 29 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, from his late residence, 211 Wunder street, Thursday at 2 p.m. To proceed to St. John's German Lutheran Chapel, where services will be held. Interment in German Lutheran cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, September 11, 1912, p. 14. Submitted by: Marianne.]

Fatzinger, Emeline (nee Frederick)

Emeline, widow of Aaron Fatzinger, died Saturday morning at 6.20 at the home of her son-in-law, William Steacher, No. 424 Green street, of general debility and ailments incident to old age. She had been bedfast for a period of four months. She was in her seventy-eighth year. Deceased was born at Longswamp, Berks county, and was a daughter of Jonathan and Marie Frederick. Her husband died a short time ago. She is survived by two daughters, Ellen J., wife of William Steacher; Mrs. Calvin Diehl, of Allentown; two sons, John and James Fatzinger, Allentown; one sister, Mrs. Thomas Frey, Royersford; nine grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. The funeral will be held on Wednesday afternoon. Services will be conducted in Seibert U. E. Church, Rev. F. S. Woodring officiating. Interment will be made in Greenwood Cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, March 27, 1911, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Faude, Dorothy M.

Mowing Accident Fatal: A 61-year-old woman was killed Thursday afternoon when she was pinned under an overturned farm tractor at her South Heidelberg Township residence. Mrs. Dorothy M. Faude, 61, Sinking Spring R.D. 5, was mowing grass when the vehicle upset on her property along the Harrisburg Pike. She was dead on arrival at 5:30 p.m. in the Reading Hospital and Medical Center. Township Police Chief Charles Boyer said she was found under the tractor by Leonard Talys of Wernersville when he stopped at her residence for a social visit. Talys raised the tractor off her and then notified her brother, Wilbur Lutz of Fritztown Road, Sinking Spring R.D. 5. Boyer said she was mowing the lawn, which was on a slight upgrade, when the blade struck brick that was not visible in a patch of undergrowth. Dr. Charles N. Baney Jr., Berks County deputy coroner, who said Mrs. Faude died of a crushed chest, issued a certificate of accidental death. Born in Wernernersville R.D. 1, she was a daughter of John F. and Florence (Holzman) Lutz, Fritztown. Her husband, Karl G. Faude, died Aug. 23,1959. She was a secretary for the John A. Lutz, Inc., Insurance firm, Fritztown: as well as a representative of the First Buffalo Insurance Corp., West Reading, and an agent with the W.H. Seward Real Estate Agency, West Reading. In addition to her parents, she Is survived by six brothers: Warren C. Lutz, Wyomissing; Russel L. Lutz, of Mohnton; Melvin P. Lutz, Sinking Spring R.D. 6; and Arthur J. Lutz, Wilbur F. Lutz and Dallas A. Lutz, all of Fritztown. And two sisters: Rita B., wife of Clarence Mengel, West Lawn, and Naomi F., widow of William, Gutacker Reading. Services will be held Tuesday at 10 a.m from the Francis. F. Seidel II Funeral Home, Sinking Spring., with the Rev. Harold R. Baer Jr. Officiating. Burial will be made in the Sinking Spring Cemetery.

Faude, Karl G.

Karl G. Faude, 48, of Sinking Spring R.D. 1, died yesterday in the Reading Hospital. Born in Reading, a son of Casper and Alma (Goldhagen) Faude, he was manager of the Village Variety and Hardware Store, Norristown. Prior to becoming manager of the store, Faude served more than 20 years in the U.S. Navy. At the time of his disability retirement in 1958, he was a chief electronic technician. He was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Reading. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his widow, Dorothy M. (Lutz) Faude; a brother Herman of Leesport, and a sister, Mrs. Walter Dahl, of East London, South Africa. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 2 p.m. in the Francis F. Seidel II Funeral Home, Sinking Spring. The Rev. Gunther J. Stippich will officiate. Burial will be made in Sinking Spring Cemetery. Bearers and an honor guard will be active duty members of the U.S. Navy Reserves.

Faust, Annie I.

Annie I. Faust, 87, formerly of RD3 Pine Grove, died Thursday in Reading Hospital and Medical Center, West Reading. Born in Windsor Township, Berks County, March 27, 1913, she was a daughter of the late Alvin C. and Caroline B. Ketner Adams. She was employed as a folder at Argo Knitting Mills. She was a member of Hetzel's Lutheran Church, RD3 Pine Grove. Her husband, Paul I. Faust, preceded her in death in 1994. She was also preceded in death by four sisters, Debbie Leibensperger, Florence Reichert, Carrie DeLong, Verna Berger. Three brothers, Leon Adams, William Adams and Walter Adams also preceded her in death. Surviving are a daughter, Delores Adam, Hamburg; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren. Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday in the H.L. Snyder Funeral Home Inc., Pine Grove. The Rev. Randy Bond will officiate. Interment will be in Brown's/St. Mark's Cemetery, RD2 Schuylkill Haven.

Faust, Benneville B.

Benneville B. Faust, 1037 Pike Street, died aged 71 years. He was a carpenter by trade and a member of the Lutheran Church. Three sons survive.

Faust, Christina

Faust - In Center, December 14th, Christina Faust, aged 74 years, 8 months and 4 days.

Faust, Elizabeth

Mrs. Elizabeth Faust, aged 81 widow of the late Benjamin Faust died at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Savilla H Krump, 22 N 5th St, of old age. Her maiden name was Grimes and she was born and raised in this city. Deceased was a life ling member of Zion's United Brethren church. Mrs. Faust leaves 5 children, Mrs Henry Fix, of Pottstown; Mrs. John Shearer of Philadelphia; Mra. John Hoffman, of Harrisburg, Josiah Faust and Mrs. Krump of this city, and a sister and brother, Mrs. Miller of Phoenixville, and Henry Grimes of this city. Coroner Denhard will view the remains and issue a certificate of death.

Faust, Emma R. (nee Freeman)

Schuylkill Haven, Sept. 9--Emma R. (Freeman) Faust, 76, wife of Howard A. Faust, 114 Columbia St., this borough, died early this mornig in the Pottsville Hospital after an illness of two weeks. Born in Auburn, she was a daughter of the late Henry and Sarah Jane (Schraer) Freeman. Mrs. Faust resided here for more than 50 years and was a member of St. John's Evangelical and Reformed Church, this place. She was the last of her immediate family. Surviving are her husband; two sons: Guy H., Shillington, and Nelson A., Schuylkill Haven; three grandchildren and a great-grandchild. Services will be conducted Monday at 2 p.m. in the D.M. Bittle Funeral Home, this borough, the Rev. Marlin T. Schaeffer officiating. Burial will take place in Schuylkill Memorial Park.

Faust, Esther M. (nee Derr)

Esther M. Faust, 53, Trexlertown, died at 9:30 p.m. yesterday at Allentown hospital, where she was admitted after suffering a stroke nine days before. She had been in ill health for several months. A resident of Trexlertown for the last 28 years, she was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, the daughter of Mrs. Clara Shoemaker Derr and the late Frank Derr. She was a member of the Lutheran wing of Morganland church and Trexlertown Fire Co. auxiliary. Survivors include, besides her mother: her husband, John P. Faust; two sons, Raymond F., Trexlertown, and Carl L., at home; two daughters, Pauline H., wife of Willis Schaffer, Breinigsville R. 1, and Norma S., wife of Carl Zimmerman, Wescosville R.D., and seven grandchildren. Also surviving are three brothers, Norman, Mertztown R. 1; Irwin, Mertztown; Henry, Topton, and five sisters, Mrs. Harry Trexler, Topton; Mrs. Harry Herman, Wescosville R. 1; Mrs. Lloyd Hertzog, Topton; Mrs. Alison Minner, Mertztown R. 1, and Mrs. Ray Pensinger, Topton. Another brother, Percy, preceded her in death.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, June 6, 1951, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Faust, Gabriel

Faust - In Albany, October 31st, Gabriel Faust, aged 62 years, 9 months and 4 days.

Faust, Guy H.

Guy H. Faust of 512 Grill Ave., Mifflin Park, Reading, native of Auburn, was dead on arrival Friday morning at Reading Hospital. Mr. Faust was born in Auburn, a son of the late Howard and Emma (Freeman) Faust. Retired 10 years, he had been employed as a maintenance plumber for Carpenter Technology Corp., Reading. Mr. Faust was a member of Grace Lutheran Church, Shillington; and F&AM Lodge 62, West Reading. Surviving are his widow, the former Jennie Smith; a daughter Jeanne Beidler of Mifflin Park; two grandsons; a brother, Nelson Faust, Schuylkill Haven. Services will be Monday morning from the Iredale Funeral Home, Shillington. Rev. William H. Sunderland officiating. Interment in Fairview Cemetery, Shillington.

Faust, Howard A.

Howard A. Faust, 84, of Auburn R.D. 1, died on Monday in the home of a sister and brother Bertha and John Faust of Auburn R.D. 1. Mr. Faust, a son of the late Edward and Elizabeth Ebling Faust, was an Auburn R.D. native. He lived in Schuylkill Haven for a number of years where he was a member of St. John's Reformed Church. His wife, the former Emma Freeman died six years ago. Surviving are two sons: Guy of Shillington, and Nelson of Schuylkill Haven; a sister Bertha and a brother John, both of Auburn R.D.; also three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral will be held on Thursday afternoon from Binner Funeral Home at Auburn. Interment will be made in Schuylkill Memorial Park. The Rev. Eugene Moyer, pastor of St. John's Church will officiate at services.

Faust, Howard Milton and William Mandon

Faust - In Penn, March 2d, Howard Milton, aged 8 years, 11 months and 12 days. On the same day, William Mandon, aged 2 years, 7 months and 28 days, both children of William F. & Sarah Ann Faust.

Faust, Jonathan

Faust - In Upper Bern, April 22d, Jonathan, son of John and Caroline Faust, and husband of Sarah Wentzel, aged 22 years, 1 month and 28 days.

Faust, Llewellyn R.

Llewellyn R. Faust, 62, of Alburtis R. 1, died Sunday in Reading Hospital and Medical Center. He was the husband of Naomi M. (Geist) Faust. He was a maintenance mechanic for the former Leininger's Knitting Mill, Lyons, Berks County, for many years. Born in Fleetwood, he was a son of the late Alvin and Eva (Keller) Faust. Surviving with his widow are six sons, Kenneth L. and Leonard C., both of Alburtis R. 1, Ronald L., of bechtelsville; Arlan, of barto R. 1; Richard A., of Boyertown R. 5; and Mark R., at home; a daughter, Sandra Ann, wife of John Fausnaught, of Bechtelsville; five sisters, Ethel, wife of Earl V. Miller, of Fleetwood; Mrs. Evelyn Breininger, of Cornwall Terrace, Reading; Ruth, wife of J. Cyranus Potter, of Ellenton, Lycoming County; Pearl, wife of Robert Thome, of Lebanon, Lebanon County; and Anna Mae, wife of the Rev. Leroy W. Kantner, of Hamburg R. 1; three brothers, Stanley of Birdsboro, Berks county; Carl S., of Kutztown R. 3; and Earl of Myerstown; 17 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Trexler-Ludwick Funeral Home, 25 E. Weis St., Topton. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, October 5, 1982, page B-8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Faust, Lorraine A.

The John P. Feeney Funeral Home, Reading, was in charge of arrangements for Lorraine A. Faust, who died Feb. 7 in her Wales Way, Blandon residence. The cause of death is under investigation. Born in Pottstown, she was a daughter of Kenneth Faust, Columbia, S.C., and the late Elsie (Reider) Thompson. She was employed as a nurse's aide by Spruce Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, West Reading, for seven years. Surviving are David C. Benjamin, with whom she resided, and two daughters, Lindsey N. and Merissa C. Benjamin, both at home. Other survivors include two sisters, Kay (Faust) Day, Mertztown and Deanna Faust, Emmaus, Lehigh County.

Faust, Lydia L.

Mrs. Lydia L. FAUST, wife of Daniel T. Faust, died from the effects of cancer, at 7:25 a.m.., today, at her residence, in Exeter Township, two miles below Stony Creek, along the Friedensburg Road, aged 67 years and 11 months. Deceased had been in failing health for the last six years, but was confined to bed only three days. She was a member of the Reformed Congregation of Spies' Church. Besides her husband she leaves one daughter, Kate, wife of Thomas L. LABE, Exeter Township, and these sons: Thomas W., Melrose, and Daniel W., Kutztown; John W. and Mahlon W., at home; William W., Stony Creek Mills, and Levi W., Limekiln; two sisters, Amanda wife of Anthony [should read Andrew] WEIGOLD, Pottstown; Hannah, widow of Edward WITMAN, Reading; one brother, Peter WEYANT, Chester, and one step-sister, Katie WEYANT, Trappe. Undertaker Lutz took charge of the remains.

Faust, Norma J.

Among the local survivors of Norma J. (Webber) Faust, 78, of Auburn, Schuylkill County, who died March 11 in Pottsville Hospital, where she had been a patient four days, is a daughter, Diana (Faust) Best, Hamburg.

Faust, Peter

Mrs. Peter Faust, 126 Plum St., received word of the death of her husband, in Philadelphia, aged 71 years. He was a native of this city and left 15 years ago. Besides his wife, these children remain, Cyrus and John Faust, Philadelphia, Mrs. Becky Tyler, Mrs. Susan Hohl and Mrs. Annie Beeman of Bridgeport CT.

Faust, Raymond G.

Raymond Faust, 73, of 320 Mail Route Road, Spring Township, Berks County, died Thursday morning at home. Born in Auburn, Jan. 2, 1929, he was a son of the late George R. and Ida L. Schaeffer Faust. He served in the Army Air Corps. He was an inspector for 33 years at Dana Corp., Reading, retiring in 1983. He was operator of Faust Nursery, Spring Township, since 1961. Surviving are his wife, the former Ruth E. Folk; two sons, Rodney J. and Harold C., both of Sinking Spring; a daughter, Carol A. Faust, Reading; five grandchildren. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday from Bean Funeral Home, Sinking Spring. The Rev. Nancy L. Weiss will officiate. Interment will be in St. John's Cemetery, West Brunswick Township.

Faust, Sarah (nee Shuberstein)

Mrs. Sarah Faust (nee Shuverstein), of Kempton, Berks county, who resided about a year with Charles D. Muthard and family, died at 9.30 a.m., May 1, of heart troubles and infirmities of old age. Deceased was the widow of Jacob Faust, who farmed in Albany, but who died about 35 years ago. Several sisters, residing in Schuylkill county, and several children survive. Funeral on Thursday afternoon at 1 o'clock, May 7. Burial at New Bethel Church Cemetery, Rev. O. S. Sheirer officiating. Undertaker Greenawalt has charge of the remains.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, May 4, 1903, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Faust, Shirley M. (nee Brickel)

Shirley M. Faust, 73, Muhlenberg Township, died June 2 at 7:35 p.m. in Reading Hospital. She was the wife of Emerson S. Faust. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Augustus and Bertha (Althouse) Brickel. Faust was a 1949 graduate of Reading High School. She is also survived by a daughter, Nancy L. (Hack) Cheri, Wyalusing, Bradford County; two sons, Lavern A. Hack, Abbeville, S.C., and Terry L. Hack, Oley; a stepson, Denton L. Faust, Fleetwood; and two stepdaughters, Kim L. (Faust) Pettigrew, Tuckerton, and Kami E. (Faust) Bross, Sinking Spring. Other survivors include four sisters: Mary Jane (Brickel) Arbogast, Womelsdorf; June (Brickel) Williams and Bonnie (Brickel) George, both of Reading; and Rose Mary (Brickel) Groh, Exeter Township. There are also 10 grandchildren, seven stepgrandchildren, one great-granddaughter and three step great-grandchildren. Services will be private. Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Sinking Spring, is in charge of arrangements.

Faust, William

In Cumru, on the 21st ult., William Faust, son of Sames Faust, aged 10 years, 7 months and 11 days.

Faust, William L.

Private William L. Faust, of Stony Creek Mills, Berks county, son of Mrs. Sarah Faust, was one of the sixty-seven Americans who lost their lives when a German U-boat sunk the American transport Antilles. Deceased was a member of the Field Artillery and was on his way home. It is not known why he was coming back to the United States. There is a possibility that he was injured in France and was invalided home. Deceased's mother is aged fifty-eight years. Deceased enlisted early last spring in this city. He is about twenty-five years of age.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, October 23, 1917, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Favinger III, Walter C.

A memorial service was held for Walter C. Favinger III, 14, of Ulysses, Potter County, formerly of Boyertown, who died December 2. Born in Hershey, he was a son of Colleen Smith of Ulysses and Walter C. Favinger Jr., of Oley. He was an eighth-grade student at Northern Potter High School. In addition to his parents, he is survived by two brothers, Jason Greiss and Chuck Favinger, both of Ulysses; two sisters, Heather Greiss of Genesee, Potter County, and Dawn Greiss of Ulysses. Also a paternal grandmother, Carol Moser of Pheasantville; maternal great-grandmother, Naomi Breslin of Pottstown. The arrangements were handled by the Benjamin R. Olney Funeral Home of Ulysses.

Feather, Albert

Albert Feather, 88, of 326 S. 2nd St., Emmaus, husband of the late Sallie Feather, died Saturday at Allentown Hospital. He was the former owner of the A. B. Feather Plumbing Co., Emmaus, now operated as the Wayne A. Feather Plumbing Co., by his son. Born in Longswamp Township, he was the son of the late William H. and Lucy Ann (Brey) Feather. He suffered a stroke two days ago. Prior to moving to Emmaus, he resided in Pennsburg. Surviving are a son, Wayne E., of Emmaus, four grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, a brother Frank, of Breinigsville, three sisters, Mrs. Bessie Lanze, of Reading, Mrs. Amelia Kinney, of Breinigsville, Mrs. Dimitry Gregory, of Allentown. He was preceded in death by a son and a daughter. Services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Horace W. Schantz Funeral Home, 3rd & Main Sts., Emmaus. Calling hours will be 7 to 8:30 p.m. Monday.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, March 19, 1961, page 22. Submitted by Jerri.]

Feather, Infant of Ambrose

Feather, Isaac

Isaac Feather, a well-known citizen and veteran of the late war, died Saturday at the residence of his nephew Hiram B. Feather, 213 Charlotte st., from a complication of diseases that covered a period of about 2 1/2 years. His age was 69 years, 24 of which he resided with his nephew. Mr. Feather served 11 years in the regular army and also fought throughout the civil war, being a member of Cushing's battery. He was a member of Richards post, No. 595, G. A. R., and the Union Veteran Legion. He leaves one sister, Maria, wife of Peter Leidy, of Swamp. Mrs. George Leaman, of the borough is a niece. Funeral on Tuesday next at 11 a.m. Interment in Pottstown cemetery, West End.

[Source: "Pottstown," Reading Eagle, Sunday, September 4, 1898. Submitted by Peggy.]

Feather, Margaret

Feather -- In Hamburg, on the 18th inst., Margaret Feather, daughter of John Adam and Julian Strohecker, long deceased, aged about 79 years.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, September 26, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Feather, Mary

Mary, wife of William Feather, nee Renno, of Bernville, Berks County, died after a lingering illness of a complication of diseases. She was bedfast thirteen weeks. Her age was 77 years, 3 months and 21 days. Her husband and the following children survive: Joseph and Charles Feather, Mrs. Albert Otten and Sallie of Reading, William of Bernville; Aaron of Allentown and Mrs. Edward Stamm of Miamsburg, Ohio. Deceased was highly esteemed. She was a member of the Lutheran Church. She was a daughter of the late Joseph Renno and a sister of the late David Renno of Bernville. Only one sister survives, Mrs. Elizabeth Himmelberger, of Stouchsburg. The funeral will be held Saturday, May 9.

Feather, Mayme B.

Miss Mayme B. Feather died at her home in Reading on Sunday. Born in Oley, she was a daughter of the late William H. and Lucy A. (Brey) Feather. She was a member of the Reformed denomination. Surviving are these brothers and sisters: Albert, Allentown; Isaac, Emaus; William and Frank, both of Breinigsville; Mrs. Sarah Fisher, Reading; Mona Feather, Breinigsville; Mrs. Tillie Gregory, Philadelphia, and Mrs. Bessie Lance, Reading. Funeral services Wednesday at 1.30.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, April 22, 1936, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Feather, Milton E.

Milton E. Feather, of Reading, a brakeman in the Reading yard, fell from his train and was crushed under the wheels and killed last Monday. He was a son of William and Lucy Feather, who resided here some years ago, and was born at Topton 36 years ago. Following are brothers and sisters: William and Isaac, of Emaus; Albert, of Reading; Jacob and Frank, of Allentown; Sarah, wife of Howard Fisher, of Reading; Barbara, wife of Milton Keiser, Norristown; Lizzie, wife of Clem. Hillegass, Emaus; Mary, Tillie and Millie, at home at Allentown. Mr. Feather had been employed by the Reading Company about 12 years. He was a member of Charity Chamber, No. 23, Knights of Friendship; Camp No. 329, P.O.S.A.; St. Stephen's Reformed church and the Reading Relief Association.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, February 4, 1904, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Feather, Solomon

Solomon Feather, a well-known citizen, died shortly after 8 o'clock last evening at his residence, 702 Franklin street, of a complication of diseases. He was 71 years, 9 months and 12 days old, and was born in New Hanover, Montgomery county. In early life he learned shoemaking. This he soon relinquished, and engaged in the hotel business, which he continued for more than 40 years. He came to Reading and took charge of the Keystone house in 1863 from the Yellow house. Two years later he went to Pottsville and conducted the Mortimer house. While in charge of this hotel he was interested in the Berks County house, which was managed by his son, Milton G. Feather, under the name of Feather & Son. For 13 years he kept the Railroad house at Norristown, and several years was the landlord of a Pottstown hotel. Deceased was the proprietor of the Windsor house, opposite the court house, this city, for a period of 5 years. Of late years he was not engaged in any business. He was well-known throughout the State, and had many friends.

Feather, William

The Late William Feather

Breinigsville, April 29 -- William Feather, of this place, who died at his home of cancer, was aged 82 years and 26 days. Mr. Feather was a remarkable man for his age up to about a year ago, when he had an attack of grip, after which a tumorous growth developed at the side of his head. An operation was performed, but he grew steadily worse. He was a son of the late Jacob Feather and his wife Sarah (nee Sillman) and was born in Montgomery county. He was a cigar manufacturer for a number of years, and later operated the Macungie brick yards. The last few years he lived practically retired.

He is survived by his widow, Lucy Ann (nee Brey), and 10 children, as follows: Mrs. Sarah Fisher, Reading; William, at home, Albert, East Greenville; Mrs. Elizabeth Lentz, Reading; Jacob, Allentown; Isaac, Emaus; Mary, Reading; Frank, at home, Tillie and Mrs. Edwin Kinny, Philadelphia. Mrs. Harriet Wentzel, of Allentown, is a sister.

Funeral from his late home Tuesday morning at 9 o'clock, Rev. D. C. Kaufman, officiating. Interment at Frieden's Church, Oley, at about 11:30.

Feeg, Celia M.

Among the local survivors of Celia M. (Kulak) Feeg, Reading, who died Jan. 22 in Berks Heim, where she had resided since Oct. 21, 1998, is a sister, Helen (Kulak) Sroka, Kutztown.

Feeg, Eva E.

Services for Eva E. Feeg, formerly of Shillington, were held in St. John's Host Church, Tulpehocken Township. Feeg died Feb. 25 in Evangelical Congregational Church Retirement Village-Stone Ridge Campus, Myerstown, Lebanon County, where she was a resident. Burial was private. She was predeceased by her husband, Lloyd F. Feeg, in 1994. Born in Tulpehocken Township, she was a daughter of the late Elias and Mary (Derr) Troutman. She was last employed by Berks Box Co., Shillington, from 1954 until 1973. She was previously employed by Oakbrook Hosiery Mills Inc., Reading, for 27 years as an examiner. Feeg was a member of St. John's Host Church, Tulpehocken Township. She is survived by several nieces and nephews. Lamm & Witman Funeral Home Inc., Wernersville, is in charge of arrangements.

Feeg, William

William Feeg, son of the late Joseph and Anna Maria (Zerbe) Feeg, was born in Womelsdorf, PA., Dec. 2, 1857 and was baptized on Feb. 1, 1858 by Rev. Thos. Ieager. He was confirmed by Rev. A. Finfrock in St. Daniel's Church, near Robesonia. He was married twice, first to Emma O. Schell, second to Iola Anderson. On Friday, March 11, at about 2:30 A.M. he died in the home of Herbert Kreitz, near Klopp's Store, at the age of 74 years, 3 months and 9 days, and is survived by one son, Ammon Feeg, Bernville, one daughter, Mrs. Mary Lamm, R.1. Wernersville; also 12 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren; also a brother, Harry Feeg, Stouchsburg and a sister, Mrs. Herma Zerby near Harrisburg. He was buried March 15, 1932, with services in the home and Christ, Little Tulpehocken Church and burial in the new cemetery.

[Source: The Parish Record of the Strausstown Lutheran Parish, April 1933. Submitted by Kathy.]

Feeney, Clare A.

Clare A. Feeney, 59, of 40 Windling Creek Drive, Douglassville, Amity Township, Berks County, died Saturday morning at home. Born in Pottsville, she was a daughter of the late Vincent J. Shuttleworth and Clare Dalton Shuttleworth. She was a 1957 graduate of Nativity BVM High School, Pottsville, and earned a degree in elementary education from Immaculata College in 1961. She was an elementary teacher at St. Aloysius School, Pottstown, for several years before retiring. She attended St. Catharine of Siena Roman Catholic Church, Exeter Township, Berks County, and was a member of Spring Ford Country Club. Surviving are her husband, John J.; a son, Kevin J., Richmond, Va.; a daughter, Coleen A. Bleile, Reading; a stepmother, Eudora ```Dodie'' Snyder Shuttleworth, Pottsville; and a grandson. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10 a.m. at St. Catharine of Siena Church. Interment will be in St. Ambrose Cemetery, Schuylkill Haven. Lutz Funeral Home Inc., Reading, is in charge of arrangements.

Feeney, John J.

Among the local survivors of John J. Feeney, 63, Amity Township, who died of natural causes Oct. 29 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient one day, is a stepson, William T. Bidden, Shoemakersville.

Fegeley, Sallie A. (nee Sterner)

Mrs. Sallie A. Fegeley, widow of William Fegeley, and for many years a resident of Longswamp and Maxatawny townships, died yesterday at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Lester Geist, Smith street, Topton. She had been suffering from a complication of ailments and was 66 years old. Born in Longswamp township, she was the daughter of the late George and Maria, nee Merkel, Sterner. She spent practically all her lifetime in Longswamp and Maxatawny townships and removed to Topton after the death of her husband eight years ago. Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Lester Geist, of Topton; three sisters, Mrs. Jeremiah Flicker, Mertztown R.D.; Mrs. Lydia Dotterer, Gilbertsville; and Mrs. Nora Moyer, Eschbach. Two brother, George Sterner, of Congo; and Edwin Sterner, of Kutztown, also survive. Funeral services will be held from her late residence Friday at 1.30 p.m. with continued services in Mertz church, Dryville. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church. Friends may call Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, February 6, 1934, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Ada S.

Mrs. Ada S. Fegely, 83, of Maxatawny, died Tuesday in Allentown Hospital. She was the widow of William H. Fegely. Mrs. Fegely and her husband owned and operated M. A. Fegely's Son Merchandise, Maxatawny, 1918-1959. Mrs. Fegely continued to work in the family store until a few weeks ago. Born in Lower Macungie Township, she was a daughter of the late Ellsworth G. M. and Carolina S. (Koch) Kuhns. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Zion Union Church, Maxatawny, where she taught Sunday school for 50 years. She was a former secretary of the Lutheran Church Women and the Ladies Aide Society. Surviving are two daughters, Nancy, wife of Clark Held, with whom she resided, and Carolyn, wife of Ernest Wiltrout of Maxatawny; three sisters, May, wife of Walter Keller, Mrs. Iva Deibert and Mrs. Arla Diefenderfer, all of Allentown; three brothers, Dewey of Charleston, W. Va.; Percy of Baltimore; and Stanley of Maxatawny; and three grandchildren. Services will be at the convenience of the family. There will be no calling hours. The Schmoyer Funeral Home, Breinigsville, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, November 15, 1978, page D-9. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Alfred

Alfred Fegely, 84, 248 S. 13th St., Allentown, died on Tuesday in Sacred Heart Hospital. Hospitalized for the past week, he had been ill for three weeks. Born in Longswamp, Berks County, son of the late Samuel and Anna C. (Kuhns) Fegely, he lived in Allentown the past 54 years and had been employed for 41 years by Lehigh Valley Transit Co. On March 11, 1905, he began work with a former subsidiary of the company at its Front street power house, the Lehigh Valley Light & Power Co., later taken over by Pennsylvania Power & Light Co. Later he became the office mail carrier for the transit company. He retired in 1956. Fegely was a member of St. Luke's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Allentown. Surviving are three daughters, Florence a., wife of Samuel Laub, and Kathleen M., wife of Alvin Moyer, of Allentown and Dorothy L., wife of George R. Hargesheimer, with whom he resided; a grandson, George Hargesheimer Jr., and a great-granddaughter, Kathleen Hargesheimer. His wife, Mrs. Carrie I. (Ruhf) Fegely, and parents preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday in St. Luke's Evangelical Lutheran church, 417 N. 7th St., Allentown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, November 10, 1954, page 25. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Benneville

Benneville Fegely, of near Mertztown, who while assisting Joel Reeser in moving on April 2nd had his right leg very badly fractured by being thrown from a load of furniture while in course of transit from the old to the new home, died on Friday, 16th, of blood poisoning, resultant from the injury. He was 57 years of age, and was a prosperous farmer, widely known, and the father of a large family. His widow and eleven children survive, to wit., Nathan K. Fegely, veterinary surgeon and government cattle inspector at Jersey City; Mrs. Daniel Weikley, of Lower Macungie; Alvin K. Fegely, station agent at Bowers; Mrs. William Geist, of Allentown; Mantana, Levi, Ella, Edwin, Mamie, Millie and Meta. A brother, Marcus Fegely, and a sister, Mrs. Washington Wetzel, also survive. Deceased was an active member of the Lutheran congregation at Mertztown.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, April 28, 1897, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Benneville

Benneville Fegely died near Mertztown, aged 50 years. Death came from complications resulting from the fracture of a leg two weeks ago, blood poisoning setting in. He is survived by his wife and 10 children. The funeral will take place on Thursday morning at Mertztown. Rev. Mr. Kramlich, of Kutztown, will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, April 19, 1897, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Catharine M. (nee Schappel)

Mrs. Catharine M. Fegely, the widow of J. Alvin Fegely and an octogenarian resident of Macungie, died at the residence of her son, Hilarius D. Fegely, Race and Locust Its., Macungie, at 10 o'clock Saturday morning from ailments incident to old age. She was 81 years. Mrs. Fegely had been in failing health for the past three years and bedfast for more than a year. She was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, a daughter of Daniel and Mary Long Schappel and was a member of the Lutheran congregation of the Mertztown church. Her husband preceded her in death and a daughter died in infancy. Surviving here are a son, Hilarius D. Fegely, with whom she resided at Macungie, three grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. The funeral will be held Wednesday afternoon with brief services at her late home, the residence of her son, Hilarius d. Fegely, at 1.30 o'clock, (D.S.T.) Continued services will be held in the Mertztown church with Rev. William Dry officiating. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery. Friends may call Tuesday night from 7 to 9 o'clock.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, April 30, 1939, pages 4, 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Charles

Charles Fegely, aged 66 years, a deaf-mute, died and will be buried at Mertztown church on Saturday, March 2. He had his home with his brother, Hiram R. Fegely. He leaves another brother, James Fegely, and a sister, Mrs. Charles Reese.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, March 2, 1912, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Charles

The funeral of Charles Fegely was held on Saturday from the residence of his brother Hiram R. Fegely, about two miles south of town. Further services were held in Mertztown church, with interment in the cemetery adjoining. Deceased was aged 66 years, 11 months and 14 days. Rev. F. K. Bernd officiated. Funeral director Jacob Schafer had charge of the remains.

[Source: Mertztown news, Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, March 6, 1912, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Claire A. (nee Miller)

Mrs. Claire A. Fegely, 76, of Maxatawny, died Saturday in her home. She was the wife of Alvin N. Fegely. Mrs. Fegely had taught in the Riverside School of the Reading School District from 1920-27. Born in Womelsdorf, Berks County, a daughter of the late Richard M. and Agnes R. (Klopp) Miller, she was a member of Zion Lutheran (Maxatawny) Church, Maxatawny. Surviving with her husband are three sons, Frederick, Richard and Carlton, all of Maxatawny, and six grandchildren. Services will be at the convenience of the family Wednesday. There will be no calling hours. The Schofer Funeral Home, topton, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, March 28, 1976, page D-6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Edwin G.

Edwin G. Fegely, a former resident of Mertztown, died in this city on Saturday afternoon of a heart ailment. He was in his 54th year. Mr. Fegely was a son of the late Benneville and Catharine, nee Kistler, Fegely. He was a faithful member of the Lutheran congregation of St. Paul's church, Mertztown. He leaves to mourn his passing four sisters, Mrs. Daniel Weigle, Topton; Mrs. Anna Geist, Allentown; Mrs. Charles Dankel, Mertztown, and Mrs. William Reigh, Mertztown R.F.D., together with three brothers, Alvin, of Bowers; Levi, of Mertztown, R.F.D., and Nathan Fegely, of Emaus. The funeral will be held from the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Weigle, Franklin street, Topton, on Thursday at 1.30 p.m., standard time, with brief services at the house and further services in St. Paul's church, Mertztown. Rev. W. S. Dry will officiate. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, May 4, 1931, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Emeline (nee Bieber)

Mrs. Emeline, nee Bieber, Fegely, 93, died yesterday at her home, 103 Chestnut St., Egypt, where she had been a resident the past four years. Born in Longswamp township, Berks county, a daughter of the late Jonas and Mary, nee Eck, Bieber, she had been a resident of Cementon for 40 years before moving to Egypt. She was a member of the Lutheran wing of St. Paul's church, Cementon. Her husband, Charles Fegely, died many years ago. Survivors are one son, Nevin P. Fegely, Cementon; five grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Susan Schlicher, Allentown; two brothers, Benjamin Bieber, Topton, and George Bieber, Emmaus. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1.30 p.m. at the Schisler funeral home, 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton. Interment will be in the Mertztown cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, January 22, 1946, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Emma Elizabeth

Emma Elizabeth, daughter of the late Henry and Marietta (Warmkessel) Fegely, died on Saturday morning at the residence of her brother, David Fegely, Longsdale, Berks county, of a complication of ailments. She was aged 72 years and 29 days. She is survived by one son, Harry, and one grandson, together with a sister, Mrs. Frank Dieroff, Topton, and her brother, David, Longsdale. The funeral will be held from the home of her brother at Longsdale on Thursday at 1.30 p.m. Short services will be held at the house and continued services in St. Paul's church, Mertztown. Rev. W. S. Dry will officiate. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church. Friends may call at the home on Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, May 16, 1937, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Eugene A.

After an illness of fifteen years, Eugene A. Fegely, a well-known retired farmer, died on Friday morning at 10.40 o'clock at his home, Smith street, Topton, where he resided for the past twenty-five years. The death of Mr. Fegely, who was 64 years and four days of age, was hastened by a series of accidents which befell him recently. About six weeks ago, he suffered a fractured arm in a fall. Yesterday morning he fell down a flight of stairs at his home, fracturing the other arm and suffering internal injuries. His death came a few hours later. He was born in Upper Macungie township, a son of Willoughby Fegely and his wife, Isabella, nee Dankel. For many years he was engaged in farming in the vicinity of Topton, where he leaves a wide circle of friends to mourn his passing. He was a member of the Lutheran wing of St. Paul's church, Mertztown. Besides his widow, Kate, nee Deiner, he is survived by a son, Clayton; four grandchildren, and a sister, Mrs. Ella Bennett, of Mertztown. The funeral will be held from his late home on Tuesday morning at 9.30 o'clock. Brief services will be held at the house, followed by further services in St. Paul's church, Mertztown. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. W. S. Dry will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, June 12, 1926, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Fianna

In this city, on the 27th inst., Fianna, widow of the late Oscar Fegely, aged 55 years, 2 months and 28 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from her late residence, 1209 Elm St., on Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Services at the house. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery.

Fegely, G. Israel

G. Israel Fegely, 72, Mertztown, died yesterday in the Allentown Hospital of injuries received on Wednesday when he fell from a tree he was pruning at his home. A retired painter and paperhanger, he had been a Mertztown resident for the last 30 years. Prior to that he resided in East Texas. He had been retired for four years and had suffered a stroke last October. He was almost completely recovered from this when the fall on Wednesday hospitalized him. Born in Longswamp, he was a son of the late John E. and Margaret (Weiler) Fegely. He was a member of St. Paul's E.R. Church and was serving the congregation as trustee at the time of his death. His wife, the former Sallie Geist, preceded him in death 33 years ago. Surviving are three sons, J. Edwin, Mertztown R. 1; George A., Mertztown, and Clarence L., Zionsville; a stepdaughter, Mrs. Howard Nonnemacher, Allentown; 20 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and two sisters, Mrs. Emma Warmkessel and Mrs. Amelia Reitnauer, Hancock.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, September 27, 1952, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, George

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, August 15, 1883, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Henry F.

Henry F. Fegely died on Friday at his home in town of apoplexy, aged 72 years and 10 months. He was sick since October. He was born in Longswamp, Berks County, and was married Sept. 5, 1863, to Mary Roeder, of Upper Milford, who survives with two sisters, Mrs. E. F. Romig and Mrs. Oliver Miller, of town, and these children: Erwin, of Illinois; Howard, of Allentown; Peter, of ambler; George, William, James and Lizzie, of town. They had 13 children in all. Four great-grandchildren survive. He was a member of the Mertztown Lutheran church. Funeral was held Monday at 1.30 p.m., from his late home. Services were held in the Moravian church, Rev. Allen Abel officiating.

[Source: Emaus news, Macungie Progress, Thursday, August 30, 1906, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Herbert W.

Died. On the 25th ult., in Longswamp, Herbert W., son of Wilson and Eliza Fegely, aged 1 year, 5 months and 8 days.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, August 15, 1883, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Hettie (nee Pauley)

Hettie (nee Pauley), wife of David F. Fegely, died at her home at Reading, aged 60 years, 9 months, and 3 days. Besides her husband, seven children survive, Fred J., William, Sylvester, Mazie, wife of Harry F. Barto; Kate, wife of John Swavely; Anna, wife of George Allen, of Atlantic City; and Ida, wife of Albert Deppen, Reading. Three sisters, Mrs. Charles Schiereg, of Kutztown, Mrs. Schroeder and Mrs. Weaver, of Allentown, also survive. Also 18 grandchildren.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, June 5, 1907, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Israel

Died. On the 20th ult., in Longswamp, Berks Co., Israel Fegely, of apoplexy, aged 75 years, 9 months and 2 days.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, July 2, 1884, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Mrs. Israel

Mrs. Israel Fegely, of Longswamp township, died last Monday week, at 1 o'clock p.m., at the residence of her husband, near the village of Shamrock, at the advanced age of 80 years. Her husband and three children --- two daughters and one son --- survive her.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, May 12, 1880, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Jean F. (nee Moyer)

Mrs. Jean F. Fegely, 21, of Macungie R. 1, was dead on arrival at Allentown Hospital late Friday. Mrs. Fegely had been ill for some time. She was born in West Reading, a daughter of Raymond and Helen Reinert Moyer of Mertztown R. 1. She was a member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Mertztown. Surviving in addition to her parents, are her husband, Venus R. Fegely; a son, Randy, and a daughter, Vickie, both at home; two brothers, Raymond Moyer Jr., and Robert Moyer; and two sisters, Jeanette, wife of John Miller, and Bonnie Moyer, all of Mertztown R. 1. Services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. in St. Paul's Church, with viewing Tuesday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the DeLong and Trexler Funeral Home, Topton.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, June 21, 1959, page 20. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, John

John Fegely, son of Henry and Marietta Fegely, died of consumption after a complaint of several years. Deceased was about 37 years old. The funeral will take place in St. Paul's Union Church at Mertztown on Friday.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Friday, February 7, 1908, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, John Ephraim

John Ephraim Fegely, son of Ephraim and Emmalina, nee Berky, Fegely, died Sunday at 11:30 p.m. at the home of his brother-in-law and sister, Mr. and Mrs. H. William Kratzer, near East Texas. He was aged 61 years, 7 months, and 7 days. He was a member of the Reformed congregation of Longswamp church. Surviving are two sisters, Mrs. H. William Kratzer, and Mrs. Reuben Wean, of Pottstown, and a brother William of Levitztown. Funeral services will be held Friday, July 4, at 1:30 p.m. (DST) from the home of Mr. and Mrs. Kratzer, with continued service in Longswamp church. Viewing Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. Interment in the cemetery adjoining the church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, July 2, 1941, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Kate E. (nee Diener)

Mrs. Kate E. Fegely, nee Diener, 87, widow of the late Eugene Fegely and sister of William Diener, Allentown, died at 11:40 p.m. Friday in the Allentown hospital. Mrs. Fegely was in good health until last Thursday at which time she fell in her bedroom at the home of her son, Clayton Fegely, Smith St., Topton, where she had been making her home. She was admitted to the hospital at this time. Born in Longswamp township, she was the daughter of the late Peter and Caroline (Folk) Diener. She was a member of the Lutheran branch of St. Paul's church, Mertztown and of the Home department and Willing Workers of the church Sunday school. Her husband, who died in 1926, had been a farmer in Maxatawny township. Surviving besides her son and brother are five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; another brother, Oscar Diener, Topton, and a sister, Emma, wife of James Trexler, also Topton. Rev. Luther Schlenker and Rev. William H. Kline will officiate at funeral services Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. in the Schofer funeral home, Topton, and at further services in St. Paul's church, Mertztown. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Calling hours are Tuesday, 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, November 16, 1947, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Kate M. (nee Heimbach)

Mrs. Kate M. Fegely of Mertztown R. 1 died yesterday at her home. She was 84. She was the wife of Alvin K. Fegely. The couple had resided in Bowers most of their lives, moving to Mertztown two years ago. Born in Lehigh county, she was a daughter of the late Willoughby and Sarah Heimbach. Mrs. Fegely was a member of the Lutheran congregation of St. Paul's Church, Mertztown. Surviving besides her husband are three daughters, Edith, wife of Luther A. DeLong, with whom she resided; Iva, wife of Clarence Wambold, Pottstown, and Miriam, wife of Homer Moll, Bowers; a son, Clarence, Bowers; nine grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren and a brother Oscar, Allentown. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday in the Earl A. Trexler Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, July 1, 1960, page 34. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, LaRue Susan (nee Haas)

The remains of Mrs. LaRue Susan, widow of Wilson D. Fegely, formerly of Mertztown, were laid to rest at Longswamp on Saturday morning. The deceased was a daughter of Alfred Haas and Maria (nee Knerr) and was born at Chapmans, Lehigh county, on April 23, 1864. She was married on Christmas Day, 1887, to Wilson D. Fegely. In thirty-five years of this union there were four daughters and one son. The son and husband, in close succession, preceded her in death, some ten years ago. Since then, she lived in Allentown and Fullerton. While visiting her daughter, Mrs. Francis Fenstermaker, in Topton, she was suddenly stricken with apoplexy, and passed away at the age of 63 years, 3 months and 9 days. She is survived by her mother, who is 89 years of age, of Allentown; four daughters, eleven grandchildren, three step-children and fourteen step-grandchildren; also by three sisters and two brothers.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Friday, August 11, 1927, page 14. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Mantana

Mantana Fegely, a former resident of Mertztown and Topton, passed away on Sunday at the Allentown State hospital from complications, aged 61 years. The remains will be removed to Topton, where relatives still reside.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, April 9, 1929, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Mantana

Mantana Fegley, a native of Mertztown, died in this city on Sunday, after an illness of the past several years and from heart trouble with which she was affected the past two months. She was aged 61 years, 2 months and 28 days. She was a daughter of the late Benneville Fegley and his wife, Catherine Kistler Fegley, and lived in Mertztown and Topton all her life. There survives the following brothers and sisters, Edwin and Mrs. William Geist, Allentown; Nathan, Emaus; Alvin, Bowers; Levi and Mrs. William Reith, Mertztown, R. 1; Mrs. Daniel Weigle and Mrs. Harvey Meck, Topton, and Mrs. Charles Dankel, Mertztown. The remains were removed to the home of her brother-in-law and sister, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Weigle, Topton. The funeral will be held from the Weigle home on Friday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock. Services will be held in the Mertztown church, of which she was a member on the Lutheran side. Rev. Wm. Dry will officiate. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, April 10, 1929, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Marcus

Marcus Fegely, of Longswamp, died Saturday evening, aged 65 years. He was a son of George Fegely and his wife Anna (nee Lichtenwalner). He learned the trade of wheelwright. During the war he served in Company K, 151st Regiment. At the battle of Gettysburg he was wounded, having been shot in the left shoulder. He was removed to the army hospital where his arm was amputated. The bullet, however, stuck in Mr. Fegely's shoulder for eight months when it was removed. He presented it to Grand Army Post, No. 87, of Allentown, of which he was a member. On his return from the war he married Mrs. Abbie Hopkins, who survives with one son, George S. Fegely, who lives at home. He leaves one sister, Kate, wife of Washington Wetzel, of Longswamp, who is also very low. Funeral Wednesday forenoon, Revs. F. K. Bernd and M. H. Brensinger will officiate. Interment in Mertztown Cemetery.

Fegely, Marietta (nee Warmkessel)

Mrs. Marietta, nee Warmkessel, widow of Henry Fegely, died yesterday afternoon at 2 o'clock at her home near Mertztown, after an illness with ailments incident to her advanced age. She was 85 years, 7 months and 5 days of age.

Mrs. Fegely was a daughter of the late John and Catherine, nee Fegely, Warmkessel. She was preceded in death six months ago by her husband. Surviving to mourn her passing are a son, David Fegely, at home; two daughters, Emma Fegely, at home, and Mrs. Frank Delrold, Topton. Sixteen grandchildren, seventeen great-greatchildren and one great-great-grandchild also survive.

The funeral services will be held on Friday morning at 9.30 o'clock from her late home with further services in St. Peter's Lutheran church, Mertztown, of which she was a lifelong member. The services will be in charge of Rev. W. S. Dry, of Kutztown. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church.

Fegely, Mary Ann

On last Saturday forenoon Mrs. Mary Ann Fegely fell asleep never to awake for this world. She was almost 74 years old. She was the widow of Benjamin Fegely, who preceded her four years ago. Four children were born to them, two sons and two daughters. Hiram, the oldest son, is by occupation a farmer and school teacher. Wm. is a Lutheran minister, and has the Trappe charge in Montgomery county. Matilda is living at home and single; Susan preceded her in eternity 16 years, at the age of 19 years. Deceased was buried yesterday at the Mertztown church. Rev. M. H. Brensinger, of Fleetwood, officiated. Undertaker Daniel Schmoyer had the funeral in charge. She was a peaceable woman, beloved by all her neighbors.

[Source: Breinigsville News, Macungie Progress, Thursday, August 18, 1898, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Milan V.

Milan V. Fegely of Bowers, Berks County, died at 6 a.m. yesterday in his home after an extended illness. He was 59.

A lifelong resident of Bowers, Berks County, he was a son of Alvin K. and Kate Heimbach Fegely, Mertztown R. 1. Before his illness, he was employed at Caloric Appliance Corp., Topton.

Surviving besides his parents are a brother, Clarence Bowers, and three sisters, Edith, wife of Luther A. DeLong, Mertztown R. 1; Miriam, wife of Homer Moll, Bowers, and Iva, wife of Clarence Wambold, Pottstown.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Trexler Funeral Home, Topton. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Friday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, February 10, 1960, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Mrs. Milton G. (nee McNabb)

Mrs. Milton G. Fegely, nee McNabb, died at the Allentown Hospital on Tuesday, April 25 inst., at about 8 o'clock a.m. after an operation for internal tumers. The deceased was a native of Farmington, Longswamp Township, Berks County, Pa., and resided there all her life time, and was born September 27, 1864. She was united in marriage to Milton G. Fegely on March the 25, 1899. There remains to mourn her early departure, her husband, her mother and the following brothers: John of Wyomissing, Robert of Reading, Harvey of Allentown, William of Rothrocksville, Edwin of Breinigsville. One sister departed this life several years ago. The funeral will be held next Tuesday, May 2, at 9.30 o'clock at the house, with further services and interment at Mertztown, Rev. F. K. Bernd officiating. J. F. Schoffer, funeral director. Friends and relatives are cordially invited without further notice.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, April 29, 1911, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Mrs. Nathan (nee Rothenberger)

Mrs. Nathan Fegely, the aged widow, died at 6.45 o'clock p.m. on Tuesday, the 3d inst., at the home of her son-in-law, Frank Miller, on Church street, Macungie, in her 85th year. She suffered from ills incident to her years, though the immediate cause of her death was heart failure, with which she was sick for three weeks. Deceased was a daughter of the long-deceased Joseph Rothenberger and was born at what is now Alburtis. Her husband preceded her in death 31 years. She resided with her daughter, Mrs. Miller, for 22 years. There were born unto her eleven children, of whom six also preceded the mother. The survivors are Mrs. Wm. Schubert, of Allentown; Alvin Fegely, Mrs. John Seibert and Mrs. Miller, with whom she resided, of Macungie; Manoah, of Kutztown, and Mrs. Jonathan Oswald, of Wescoesville. There also survive a large number of grandchildren and some great-grandchildren. The funeral will be held on Saturday, with services at her late home at 12.45 o'clock p.m., after which the cortege will proceed by train to Mertztown where interment will be made. Deceased was a member of the Reformed congregation there. Rev. M. H. Brensinger will conduct the services. Undertaker Levi Funk has charge of the remains.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, November 5, 1908, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, P. Frank

Our people generally were shocked by the sudden death of P. Frank Fegely, the carpenter and farmer residing on the farm of D.D. & N.D. Fritch here. While not altogether well, he was up and about but retired with one of his children on Wednesday evening soon after his wife came home from the Lutheran church service. Mrs. Fegely later went to their bedroom and found her husband clasping the little daughter in his arms and giving unmistakable signs of great sickness. Dr. J. A. Brobst was sent for but death took place very soon after Mrs. Fegely saw him in his sad condition. Some heart affection, from which he suffered, was the cause of his sudden end. Deceased was in his fiftieth year. He was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, where he spent all his life until about a year and a half ago when he moved here. He was a highly respected and popular man and left many friends to mourn his demise. He is survived by his mother, aged 77 years, living at Macungie with her daughter, Mrs. Frank Miller; his widow (nee Brensinger), and the following children: Mrs. Granville Peters, of Allentown; Alvin, of Fogelsville; Freddie, of Longswamp; Nathan, of Cementon; Morris, Leland, John, Ella, Paul and Florence, living at home. The following brothers and sisters also survive: Manoah, of Longswamp; Mrs. Jonathan Oswald, of Trexlertown; Mrs. William Schubert, of Allentown; Alvin Fegely, Mrs. Frank Miller and Mrs. John G. Seibert, of Macungie. Mrs. Seibert is at present an inmate of the Allentown Hospital for treatment for a complication of ills. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation at Mertztown, where interment took place on Tuesday afternoon. Rev. W. M. Kopenhaver, pastor of Grace Lutheran church, officiated.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, March 14, 1901, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Rosa E. (nee Mabry)

Rosa E., wife of John D. Fegely, passed away Thanksgiving morning at five o'clock at her residence in Mertztown, after a lingering illness which continued for two years and was caused by a complication of diseases and apoplexy. Mrs. Fegely attained the age of 66 years, 11 months and 12 days. The deceased was the daughter of the late Willoughby and Esther, nee Ziegler, Mabry, and was the last member of her family to die. She is survived by her husband, one daughter Elda, a patient at the Allentown hospital; and one son, Solon, of Allentown. One daughter and eleven brothers and sisters preceded her in death. The funeral will be held on Monday afternoon, December first, at 2 o'clock, from her late residence at Mertztown. Short services will be held at the house with Rev. M. G. Brensinger officiating. Interment will be made in Longswamp cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, November 28, 1924, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Sarah C. (nee Hinterleiter)

Ill for the past ten months in the Allentown hospital, Mrs. Sarah C. (Hinterleiter) Fegely, 233 South Fifteenth street, died there yesterday at 3:45 a.m. She was 60 years old. Born in Longswamp, the daughter of Charles and Mary (Conrad) Hinterleiter, she was married to Nathan M. Fegely, thirty-four years ago, and with him went to Iola, Kansas, where they lived for twenty years, returning to this city seven years ago. Survivors are her husband who is general superintendent for the Modern Valve Bag company of Jersey City, her daughter, Mrs. Eugene Moore, who made her home with her parents, one grandson, one sister, Mrs. Annie Reinert, Harrisburg, two brothers, Frank, Philadelphia, and Owen, Topton. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Burkholder Funeral home, 1601 Hamilton street. Interment will be made in the Arlington cemetery. Rev. Harold G. Kinard, this city, and Rev. M. H. Brensinger, Fleetwood, will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, December 26, 1935, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Solon John

Solon John Fegely, who was principal of Raub Junior High school for 20 years and taught biology at Allentown High school, died shortly after noon yesterday at his home, 34 N. 13th St., after an illness of three years. He was born July 7, 1892, in Shamrock, Berks County, a son of the late John D. and Rose (Mabry) Fegely. He was graduated from Kutztown State Normal school and Lafayette college. He obtained a BA degree from the latter school in 1914. Mr. Fegely taught general education at Red Lion, Berks county, and biology at Connellsville for two years prior to coming to Allentown High school, where he taught for a few years before entering the Army during World War I. He served as a lieutenant in the sanitation corps. In 1925 he was appointed principal of Raub Junior High school and served there until 1945. Failing health force him to assume less strenuous duties and he transferred to Allentown High school where he again taught biology until 1948. He was granted sick leave that year. Mr. Fegely was a member of Salem Evangelical and Reformed church, was superintendent of the Sunday school at that church for a number of years, and was a member of the consistory. He was a member of the Kiwanis club and a past president of the Allentown Schoolmen's club. During World War II he was in charge of the Allentown branch of Penn State Extension school and served on local ration boards. Surviving are his wife, Marion G. (Stahler) Fegely; a son, Franklin J., and a grandson, John, all of the N. 13th St., address. Besides his parents, a sister, Mrs. Elda R. Werley, preceded him in death.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, March 25, 1951, pages 5 and 22. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Susan M.C.

On Monday afternoon there was buried on the cemetery at Solomon church, this place, Susan M. C. Fegely, an elderly lady well and favorably known to many of our people and readers. Deceased resided with her sister, Mrs. C. K. Henninger, in Allentown. Although previously well and strong, an internal tumor began to develop a few months ago and she failed rapidly since. She died Thursday evening. Deceased brought her age to 76 years. She was born in Hereford township, Berks county, March 11, 1825, and was a daughter of the late Conrad and Susanna Fegely. At an early age she went to Lancaster, where she had several sisters living, and entered the employ of one of the big cotton mills at that place. Later she became a dressmaker. After the marriage of her surviving sister, Mrs. Henninger, forty three years ago, she made her home with her sister and lived with her to the day of her death. Besides the sister, one brother, Charles J. Fegely, of Gilbertsville, Montgomery county, survives. The funeral took place on Monday morning at 10 o'clock, at the residence of Mrs. Henninger, 1331 Linden street, Rev. E. H. Eberts, of St. Michael's Lutheran church, officiating. Interment was private.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, June 6, 1901, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Sylvester and Aradus Fry

Sylvester Fegely and Aradus Fry, both farmers, residing at Dryville, Berks county, were both killed on the East Penn railroad at Hancock, on Saturday evening. They were driving over the tracks when the Queen of the Valley express train came along at the rate of sixty miles an hour and struck the team. The men were badly mangled. Their horses escaped injury. Fegely was 55 years old and Dry 42. The two men had visited Mertztown and were driving home in a buggy. Owing to the cold weather they were well bundled up and this probably prevented them from heating the approaching train. In an instant the air brakes were applied so suddenly that some of the passengers were thrown forward in their seats. The body of Mr. Fegely was terribly mangled and his head was crushed to a pulp. The body of Mr. Frey lay on the pilot. One of the arms was nearly severed from the body. Mr. Fegely lived near Stony Point and owned the hotel there. He is survived by his wife and six children. Mr. Frey lived on a small farm near Stony Point. He is survived by his wife and three children.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, December 31, 1903, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, Victor Franklin

Victor Franklin Fegely, 64-year-old resident of Mertztown, died early yesterday. Death came at his home. His wife, Edna Geneva (Schueck) Fegely, preceded him in death about three years ago. Mr. Fegely was born in Shamrock, Berks county, the son of Ephraim and emmalina (Berky) Fegely. He was a member of the Reformed congregation of the Longswamp church. Surviving are two brothers, William of Mertztown, and John of east Texas; two sisters, Mrs. William Kratzer, East Texas, and Mrs. Reuben Wean, Pottstown; an adopted daughter, Mrs. William Dankel, Mertztown; and a grandson, Victor Dankel, Mertztown. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. from his late home. Services will be continued in Longswamp church. The Revs. Donald Englert of Mertztown and William F. Bond of Shamrock will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, April 13, 1941, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, William Jr.

William Fegely, Jr., of Topton, met death in a horrible manner on Tuesday afternoon of last week, while engaged with his father in hauling cinder for road purposes from the furnace dump. He jumped upon the step of the cinder engine and fell off when the lump was leaking. He was covered with hot cinder and in addition to be terribly burned, had both legs crushed. He was rushed to the Allentown Hospital where it was found necessary to amputate the left leg at the hip and the right leg was so horribly mangled that he could never have used it again. He died the following evening. The sufferings of Fegely were intense.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, May 27, 1909, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, William H.

William H. Fegely, who was Maxatawny postmaster for 42 years, died at noon yesterday in his home. He was 67. In 1915, Fegely and his father began operation of a general store and post office in Maxatawny. Two years ago, he retired as postmaster but continued to run the store. Born in Longswamp Township, he was a son of the late Manoah and Mantana (Dankel) Fegely. He was married to the former Ada Kuhns. He was a member of the Robert Fegely Post 8282, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Breinigsville. The post was named in memory of his son who was killed in World War II. Fegely was a veteran of World War I. He was also a member of the Topton American Legion Post and fire companies in Kutztown, Lyons, Alburtis, Trexlertown, Fogelsville, Cetronia and Topton. He was a former Sunday School superintendent and member of the Lutheran congregation at Maxatawny Union Church. He held membership in Lehigh Lodge 326, F&AM, Trexlertown; Lehigh Consistory, Allentown, and Rajah Temple, Reading. Surviving besides his wife are two daughters, Carolyn, wife of Ernest Wiltrout, Maxatawny, and Nancy, at home; a brother Alvin, Maxatawny, and a grandchild. Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in Maxatawny Union Church. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Friday in the Schofer Funeral Home, Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, December 31, 1959, page 14. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegely, William H.

William H. Fegely, 72, of 115 S. Home Ave., Topton, died suddenly yesterday at the home of his niece, Mrs. Robert Engle, Shillington. Born in Longswamp Township, he was a son of the late Ephriam and Emmalina Berkey Fegely. He lived in the Topton area most of his life. Prior to his retirement, he was employed at Caloric Appliance Corp., Topton. Fegely was a member of the Lutheran congregation of St. Paul's Longswamp Church, of which he was treasurer. Surviving are his wife, the former Carrie N. Fenstermacher; and two sisters, Mrs. Sarah Wean, Shillington, and Mrs. Emma Kratzer, Allentown. Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday in Longswamp Church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, June 11, 1958, page 27. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, C.A.

C.A. Fegley, a prominent businessman of Cementon, committed suicide by shooting himself in the head at seven o'clock Friday morning. His act created somewhat of a sensation in the community in which he was regarded as a leading citizen and successful merchant. For some time past Mr. Fegley had been in ill health and complained frequently of his illness. His family can ascribe no other cause for his act of self destruction. He arose at his usual time in the morning and after going into the store, it is presumed to get the revolver, went to the shed of a stable about half a square away and fire the bullet into his brain. The report was heard by several people who on investigating found the merchant breathing his last. The bullet entered his right temple. His family and friends were greatly shocked at the news of his tragic death. He left no notes to explain the reason for his act. Mr. Fegley was sixty-five years of age and was a native of Berks county. For thirty-two years he conducted a hotel at Shamrock and was one of the best known men in the upper section of the county. Fourteen years ago he moved to Cementon and successfully conducted a general merchandise business. There survives his wife, a son Nevin P. Fegley associated with his father in business, a daughter, Mrs. W. G. Coleman, four grandchildren and the following brothers and sisters: Christian D. Fegley, Allentown; J. D. Fegley, Mrs. Uriah Biery, Mertztown; Mrs. Floranda Butz, Mrs. Samuel Reinert, Shamrock. Fegley took an active interest in Democratic politics and had announced himself as candidate for the nomination of Clerk of Orphans' Court.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, April 26, 1913, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, C. Louisa (nee Meitzler)

Mrs. C. Louisa (Meitzler) Fegley, 74, widow of George J. Fegley, died Saturday at 2:30 p.m. at her late home, the residence of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Stanley C. Helfrich, Old Zionsville. A daughter of the late Benjamin and Caroline (Karl) Meitzler, she was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, on March 4, 1871. She has been a resident of Old Zionsville for the past 45 years and a member of the Zion Evangelical Lutheran church, Old Zionsville. Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Stanley Helfrich; four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Services will be conducted on Friday at 2 p.m. at the Ritter & Buzby funeral home, 36-38 S. 5th St., Emmaus. Rev. D. C. Kaufman will officiate. Interment in the Zions Evangelical Lutheran cemetery, Old Zionsville.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, March 18, 1945, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, Carrie A. Wolf

Mrs. Carrie A. Fegley 87 widow of Charles B Fegley died yesterday in the King Convalescent Home, River Road, Muhlenberg Township. Mrs. Fegley formerly resided at 10 37 Perry St. A daughter if the late Mr. and Mrs. George Wolf, she was a member of the Moravian Church. Mrs. Fegley also was a member of the Berks County Democratic Women's Club and Elizabeth Herr Chapter, Order of Eastern Star.

She is survived by a son Charles S., of South Temple; two grandsons; three great-grandchildren and a brother Walter, of Reading.

Services will be held on Wednesday at p.m. from the F.F. Seidel. Inc., Funeral Chapel, the Rev. James Weaver officiating. Burial will be in Alsace Cemetery.

Fegley, Charles

On Monday of last week a horrible accident happened to Charles Fegley, aged 11 years, son of Obediah Fegley, farmer, residing in Maxatawny tsp., near Topton. The boy was driving the horses attached to a reaping machine in cutting oats, and after making several rounds the animals ran away. In trying to stop them he was thrown in front of the reaper, caught by the vibrating knives, and literally cut to pieces, all portions of his body being more or less mangled. The lad had charge of the reaper during the cutting of the wheat and rye on the farm, but the horses then attached to the machine were easily managed. It is said that when the harvesting of oats was commenced two young animals were hitched up against his will, and that the fatal accident was the result.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, July 21, 1880, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, Charles B.

Charles B Fegley, retired brick contractor, died early this morning at his home, 1037 Perry St., aged 77 years. He was one of the oldest members of the Friendship Fire Company, was a member of the Isaac Hiester Lodge, 660, F. & A. M. Reading Consistory; Camp 163, P. O. S. of A. and L. O. O. F., in this city.

He and his wife celebrated their golden anniversary in 1939. Surviving are his widow Carrie A. (Wolf) Fegley; a daughter, Erma, at home; a son Charles S., of Laureldale, and two grandchildren.

Funeral on Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. from F.F. Seidel, Inc., Funeral Chapel. Burial in Alsace Cemetery.

Fegley, Charles S.

Charles S. Fegley 81 died Wednesday morning of natural causes in his residence at 618 N Temple Bluv., Temple. He was the husband of Marcella E (Schmeck) Fegley. Born in Reading, he was the son of the late Charles B. and Carrie (Wolf) Fegley. A plumbing and heating contractor for 50 years, he was a former chief of fire police of Central Fire Co., Laureldale. In addition to his widow, he is survived by two sons: Charles T. of Laureldale and Richard R. of Reading five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

The Walter R Christ Funeral Home Inc., Laureldale, is in charge of the arrangements.

Fegley, David Wilson

David Wilson Fegley, son of James Fegely and wife Mary, nee Bernhardt, a well known resident of Mertztown, Berks county, died after a lingering illness with apoplexy Saturday. He was aged 65 years 5 months and 19 days. He was born in Lower Macungie township, Lehigh county, May 30, 1851, and was confirmed in the Longswamp church by Rev. D. K. Humbert. He was married twice. First to Elizabeth Reinert, at Rothrocksville, jan. 15 1873. This union was blessed with two sons and four daughters. On Christmas, Dec. 25, 1888, he was united in marriage with Miss Larne Susannah Haas by Rev. D. K. Humbert, at Bowers. This union was blessed with four children. Funeral services will be held on Thursday morning beginning at the house at 9:30, with interment at Longswamp church. He is survived by his wife and the following children: James I., South Allentown; Lillie Mary Ann, wife of Charles Adams, Emaus; Amelia Jane, wife of John Hess, South Allentown; Gertie Victoria, wife of Morris Eck, Allentown R. No. 2; Flossie S., wife of Francis Fenstermacker, Williamsport; Ida Maria, wife of Elmer Adams, Emaus; and Miss Helen Minerva, at home. There remain also 20 grandchildren and two brothers, Martin, of Lebanon; James, of Coplay; and three sisters: Sarah, wife of the late Matthias Roth, of Emaus; Marietta, wife of the late Reuben Eck, Allentown; and Acquilla, wife of the late Charles Wolf. J. J. Schofer, of Topton, is in charge.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, November 22, 1916, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, Edward G.

Edward G. Fegley, a respected citizen of Hereford, Berks county, died at his home on June 19. Deceased was born on January 31, 1841, and was 64 years, 1 month and 18 days of age. He had been bedfast since last November, and death was due to fatty degeneration of the kidneys. Deceased is survived by his widow and one son, H. Winslow, telegraph operator at Hereford. One grandchild, Beulah, also survives. Funeral services will be held from his late home, at Hereford, this Saturday morning at 9.30 o'clock.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, June 24, 1905, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, Elias

Elias Fegley died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Wm. Fenstermacher, 758 N. Tenth St., at eight o'clock a.m. Friday, aged 81 years. The deceased had been suffering with ailments incident to advanced age for some time, and for the past eight months had been bedfast. He was born in Longswamp, and 35 years ago came to this city where he was employed in the wire mill until ill health compelled his retirement. His wife preceded him in death sixteen years ago. These children survive: Peter H., Emaus; Mrs. Maggie Dennis, Willsmount; Jacob H., Philadelphia; Mrs. Geo. Moyer, Philadelphia; Mrs. Preston Stickler, Norristown; Mrs. Asa Knerr, Audubon; Mrs. Wm. Fenstermaker, of this city; and James W. Fegley, whose present address is unknown. One brother and a sister also survive, Hiram Fegley and Mrs. Sarah Reese, both of Longswamp. The deceased was a member of the Wire Mill Pension fund. Rev. R. M. Kern will conduct funeral services at the home of his daughter on Wednesday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock, after which interment will be made in Highland cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, April 10, 1920, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, Emaline (nee Berky)

Emaline Fegley (nee Berky), widow of the late Ephraim Fegley, died at her late home near Mertztown on Sunday morning at 7 o'clock, of ailments incident to old age, aged 67 years. Her husband preceded her in death three years ago. She is survived by the following children: Mrs. N. B. Reinert, of Reading; Mrs. Reuben Wean, of Pottstown; Mrs. William Kratzer, of East Texas; Mrs. John Eck, of Shamrock; Victor, William and John, all at home; two brothers, John Berky, of Zionsville; Albert Berky, of Quakertown; two sisters, Mrs. Henry Weidner, of East Greenville; Miss Sarah Berky, of Zionsville; 17 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren also survive. She was a member of the Reformed congregation of Longswamp Church. Funeral Friday, Rev. W. L. Meckstroth officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 27, 1916, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, Emma (nee Swavely)

Mrs. Emma, nee Swavely, Fegley, wife of James O. Fegley, died at 5:45 a.m. Thursday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Ray K. Hunsberger, 625 N. 11th St. She had been ill for the past nine months and was bedfast for 10 weeks. Mrs. Fegley was born at Longswamp, Berks county, on Dec. 28, 1862, a daughter of the late Isaac W. and Susan, nee Yoder, Fegley (Swavely?). She resided in Allentown for the past 25 years. She was a member of the St. John's Lutheran church, Mickleys, and the Missionary Society of that church. surviving is her husband; a daughter, Minnie E., wife of Ray K. Hunsberger, Allentown; two brothers, Francis Swavely, Allentown; and Edwin Swavely, W. Coplay; a sister, Mrs. Susan Fegley, Boyertown; five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Rev. Harvey Sell will officiate at funeral services to be held at the J. S. Burkholder Funeral Home, 1601 Hamilton St., Allentown, on Monday, 1:30 pm., with interment in Mickley's cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, August 6, 1943, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, Ephraim

Under treatment at the Allentown Hospital, Ephraim Fegley, of near Mertztown, died on Wednesday aged 66 years, 10 months and 11 days. The deceased is survived by his wife, Emeline, nee Berkey, and these children: Mrs. N. B. Reinert, Reading; Mrs. Reuben Wean, Reading; Victor and William Fegley, Walters Park; Mrs. William Kratzer, East Texas; Mrs. John Eck, Shamrock; and John Fegley, at home. Sixteen grandchildren, two great grandchildren and these sisters survive: Mrs. Daniel Fisher, Allentown; and Mrs. Edwin Rothrock, of Reading. The funeral will take place on Tuesday morning at 9.30 o'clock. Services and burial will be conducted at Longswamp church. Teams will meet the train from Allentown arriving there at 9.15 o'clock.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, November 29, 1913, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, Erle J.

Auburn, Jan 6 -- Erle J. Fegley, who resided at the home of his brother-in-law Guy Diefenderfer, this place, since the death of his wife last month, died in the Warne Hospital, aged 59 years. He was a former resident of Allentown. A brother guy Fegley, of Philadelphia, is the only survivor.

Fegley, Erma G.

Erma G Fegley died yesterday at her home, 1037 Perry St. She was the daughter of Carrie L (wolf) Fegley and the late Charles B Fegley. She was a member of the St. Thomas Reformed Church and Bernard Temple, 16, Ladies of the Golden Eagle. She was employed as a clerk at the Berkshire Hotel. Surviving are her mother and a brother Charles S Fegley. Services Friday at 1:30 p.m. at the F.F. Seidel Funeral Chapel, the Rev. Dr. Lee. M Erdman officiating. Interment in Alsace Cemetery.

Fegley, Hiram C.

Hiram C. Fegley, a highly respected resident of near Breinigsville, died at his late home on Sunday forenoon at 9.55, of a complication of diseases, aged sixty-four years, eleven months and four days. He was a son of the late Benjamin and Mary Ann Fegley and was born in Upper Macungie township in the same house where he died. He was a farmer by occupation, but in his youth he taught in the rural schools for twenty terms. He was a graduate of the Keystone State Normal School with the Class of 1877. He was the township assessor and one of the auditors at the time of his death. He was also an agent for the Mutual Fire Insurance Company of Allentown. He is survived by his widow, Sarah (nee Gehris), two sons, Harvey and Leidy, at home; two daughters, Mrs. Herbert Lohrman, of Allentown, and Mrs. Herbert Smith, of Trexlertown; one brother, Rev. William Fegley, of Trappe, and one sister, Miss Matilda Fegley, of Trappe. Four grandchildren also survive. Two children preceded the father in death. He was a devout member of the Lutheran congregation of Mertztown church, where he served as deacon and trustee and was an elder of the congregation at the time of his death. Funeral will be held on Friday morning from his late home at 9.30 o'clock, continued services and burial at Mertztown. Revs. Bernd and Brensinger will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, May 21, 1917, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, Hiram R.

Hiram R. Fegley, a highly respected citizen of Longswamp township, passed away at his residence near Mertztown on Sunday evening, aged 68 years. He was the son of the late Henry and wife Elizabeth (nee Fegley). His wife, Katie (nee Miller), preceded him in death many years ago. He was a faithful member of St. Paul's church, Mertztown. He is survived by these children, Charles, of Mertztown; Mrs. Charles dankel, Mertztown; Mrs. William Pilgert, Mertztown R.D.; Mrs. Charles Brensinger, Mertztown R.D.; one sister, Mrs. Sarah Reese, Alburtis. Eight grandchildren also survive. The funeral will be held on Thursday at 2 p.m., with all services in St. Paul's church, Mertztown, and interment in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. W. S. Dry, Kutztown, will officiate. Funeral directors, J. J. Schofer & Son, of Topton, have charge.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, December 28, 1927, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, Hiram R.

Hiram R. Fegley, a lifelong and esteemed resident of Longswamp township, Berks county, died at his home there on Sunday evening. He was 68 years, 2 months and 5 days of age. He was the son of the late Henry and Elizabeth Fegley. His wife, Katie, nee Miller, Fogel, preceded him in death a number of years ago. Surviving are a son, Charles Fegley, Mertztown; three daughters, Mrs. Charles Dankel, Mertztown; (obituary stops here).

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, December 27, 1927, page 26. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, Ida E. (nee Rohrbach)

Ida E. (Rohrbach), wife of George L. Fegley, died of complications on Wednesday morning at her late home, 620 Broad street, Emaus, aged 54 years and 6 months. She had been in ill health for some time. Mrs. Fegley was born in Berks county on September 5, 1875, a daughter of Sarah A. (Schealer) and the late Ephraim Rohrbach. She is survived by her husband, four sons and four daughters: Charles E., this city; Howard N. and Harold L., both of Emaus; Frederick G., Fleetwood; Mrs. John Binder, Emaus; Helen and Dorothy, both at home, and Mrs. William Detweiler, this city; ten grandchildren, one brother and two sisters, Charles E. Reifsnyder, Mrs. Estella Reichard and Jennie Reifsnyder, all of Topton. Her aged mother, Mrs. Sarah DeLong, and her stepfather, Dewaldt DeLong, Topton, also survive. The funeral will be held from her late home on Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock, with Rev. Paul T. Schultz officiating. Burial will be made in the Northwood cemetery, Emaus.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, March 6, 1930, page 19. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, Isaac

Isaac Fegley died at Shamrock on Monday of last week of kidney trouble, aged 61 years. He is survived by his wife, three brothers, John, of Shamrock, Charles and Christian, of Cementon, and two sisters, Mrs. Wm. Butz and Mrs. Samuel Reinhard, of Shamrock. The funeral was held on Saturday morning at 10 o'clock at Mertztown, Rev. Kramlich officiating.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, May 13, 1903, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, J. Alvin

After an illness of complications, J. Alvin Fegley, an aged resident of Macungie, died yesterday morning at his late home, 102 Locust St., Macungie. He was aged 80 years and 19 days. Born in Longswamp township, Berks county, he was a son of Nathan and Elvina, nee Rothenberger, Fegley. He was a bricklayer by trade and was also engaged in cement work until 12 years ago when ill health forced him to retire. Two weeks ago he suffered a stroke and was bedfast ever since. His wife is also confined to her bed with illness. Mr. Fegley was a member of the Lutheran congregation of the Mertztown church where he served as deacon for several years. He was also affiliated with the Macungie Beneficial association. Surviving to mourn his loss are his wife, one son, Hilarious D., at home; three grandsons and seven great-grandsons; three sisters, Mrs. John Seibert, Macungie; Mrs. Frank Miller, Macungie, and Mrs. Caroline Schubert, Allentown. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock at his late home. Continued services will be held in the Mertztown church and interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. William Dry will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, November 21, 1936, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, James

The funeral of James Fegley, a deaf mute, was well attended. He was a well known and respected citizen of Longswamp township. He was with the late Col. Wm. Trexler for fifty-two years. He was seventy-two years, one month and four days. Two brothers, Hirma [Hiram] and ly [Eli] Fegley, and Mrs. Charles Reese survive. Undertaker J. J. Schafer had charge of the remains and Rev. F. K. Bernd officiated as pastor. Deceased was a life-long member of the Lutheran congregation of Mertztown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, April 8, 1915, page 13. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, James E.

Services were held for James E. Fegley, 53, of West 37th Street, Exeter Township, who died in his residence on January 27. He was the husband of Marjorie (Kissling) Fegley. Born in Reading, he was a son of Mary (Rehr) Fegley, Reading and the late Stanley Fegley. Fegley was the owner-operator of the James E. Fegley Violin Shop, where he made and repaired violins, for more than 35 years at his residence. For 40 years, he played the tuba with the Ringgold Band and Mount Laurel Brass, both of Reading. He also played bass in the Ray Allen Trio and was one of the original members of the Pretzel City Dixieland Jazz Band. He was also a member of the Rajah Temple Concert Band, Nobles of the Mystic Shrine. Fegley was a member of Westley United Methodist Church, Reading. He was a master of Lodge 62, F&AM, Reading, and a 32nd degree Mason of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Valley of Reading. In 1966, Fegley received a special service award from the American String Teachers Association. He was a 1967 graduate of Reading High School. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sisters. Burial was in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. The Auman Funeral Homes, Reiffton, handled the arrangements.

Fegley, Jennie M.

Services were held in Becker's (St. Peter's) Church, Molltown, for Jennie M. Fegley, East Main Street, Kutztown, who died Feb. 9 in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient five days. Burial was in the adjoining church cemetery. She was predeceased by her husband, Harold C. Fegley, who died March 27, 1986. Born in Richmond Township, she was a daughter of the late Morris and Minnie (Strause) Boyer. Until retiring in the early 1970's, she was employed as a seamstress by the Fleetwood Shirt Co. for more than 35 years. She was a member of Becker's (St. Peter's) Lutheran Church, Molltown. Surviving are two sons, Harold H. Fegley, Fleetwood, and LeRoy P. Fegley, Wescosville, Lehigh County; and a daughter, Jane E. (Fegley) Pflieger, Gillette, Wyo. There are also nine grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren. Other survivors include two sisters, Eva A. (Boyer) Wahl, Fleetwood, and May C. (Boyer) Brintzenhoff, a resident at ManorCare Health Services, Inc., Muhlenberg Township. The Ludwick Funeral Home, Kutztown, was in charge of arrangements.

Fegley, Jesse

Jesse Fegley died at Shamrock on Sunday morning, at the residence of his son, Ephraim, in the 97th year of his age. He is survived by two sons, Ephraim, of Shamrock, Willoughby, of Bath, N.Y., and two daughters, Mrs. Daniel Fisher, of Allentown, and Mrs. Edwin Rothrock, of Reading. His wife died more than forty years ago. The funeral takes place this (Thursday) forenoon, Rev. F. K. Barndt officiating. The deceased was long a resident of Upper Milford, near Shimerville. Since the death of his wife he lived with his children. He was a stone mason and he helped to erect many a building in this neighborhood. He was an honorable and respected citizen and b his frugality, laid up enough to keep him comfortably to the end of his long life.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, February 4, 1904, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, Jesse

Jesse Fegley, aged 96 years, 5 months, died on Sunday morning at 1 o'clock at the home of his son, Ephraim, of Shamrock, of general debility due to old age. He had been residing with his son the last three years, previous to which he resided on his farm near Shimersville. He was a stone mason by trade. He is survived by these children: Ephraim, of Shamrock; Willoughby of Bath, N.Y.; Mrs. Samuel Fisher, of this city; Mrs. Edwin Rothrock, of Reading. His wife preceded him in death forty-two years ago and four other children are deceased. The funeral will be held on Thursday morning from his late home at Shamrock. Services will be held in the Lutheran Church at Zionsville, with Rev. F. K. Berndt, of Kutztown, officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, February 2, 1904, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, John P.

John P. Fegley, 80, did not worry during the depression years of the early 1930s about supporting his large family. His mechanical abilities and inventiveness kept him employed as a consultant to industries. He died Saturday in the Allentown Osteopathic Hospital. He was retained as a consultant until the last months of his life because industries as far away as New York City knew of his mechanical inventiveness. During World War II, he set up a machine shop in the cellar of his home, 235 S. Franklin St., Allentown. On a round-the-clock basis, the shop turned out sub-contract work on marine and aviation parts. But Fegely was not content with keeping the lathes and other machines running in the cellar. He was a machine shop instructor on the midnight to 6 a.m. "owl shift" at Allentown High School. He instructed hundreds of men who went on to work in war industries in the Lehigh Valley. He did not leave it at that. He also was tool coordinator in Lehigh County. This meant he obtained hard to obtain machine tools and made them available to industries. He located many of the tools when estates were settled. Born in Mertztown, Berks County, where his forebears settled in the early 1700s, he was a son of the late Frank and Louisa (Brensinger) Fegely. Last night his sons recalled that he had worked with tools since his youth. Thought they doubted he ever remained in school beyond the sixth grade, they noted that while many men were desperate for work during the depression, he was never unemployed. Fegley's almost perpetual involvement with machines not only kept him actively engaged as a consultant but saw him produce a number of inventions. He devised a window lock when one was needed in his home. It later was marketed. The lock not only secured a window but also permitted the window to be locked shut or partially open. He invented a valve for the baby bottled feeder, which received endorsement from a number of doctors. Many years ago he designed and developed a brake for the Mack Truck Co. Fegley was the husband of the late Alice E. (Rilbernd) Fegley. She died in 1964. He was a member of St. Stephen's Lutheran Church, Allentown. Surviving are five sons, Kenneth D., of Green Lane; Paul E., at home; Charles F., of Royersford; Warren J. and Roger W., both of Allentown; two daughters, Marion J., wife of Curtis Rau, and Frances E., wife of Herbert George, both of Allentown; ten grandchildren and six great grandchildren, a brother, Nathan M., Topton justice of the peace, and a sister, Mrs. Ella Bradley, of Apple Valley, Calif. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday in the J. S. Burkholder Funeral Home, 1601 Hamilton St., Allentown. Calling hours will be 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, May 20, 1968, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, Joseph E.

On the 21th, Joseph E. husband of Emma (nee Cronauer) Fegley, aged 66 years. Funeral from Dougherty Funeral Home, 11 S. 10th St., on Monday at 8:15 a.m. High Requiem Mass at Holy Guardian Angles R.C. Church, Hyde Park at 9 a.m. Interment in Gethsemane Cemetery. Friends may call Sunday evening, 7 to 9.

Fegley, Judith (nee DeLong)

Judith (nee DeLong), widow of Harrison Fegley, died at the residence of her son-in-law, Israel G. Wieder, Lyons, on Monday of Pneumonia, aged eighty-six years. She leaves the following children: Danile, of Lyons; Cordilla, wife of Wm. Mertz, of Bower's; Louisa, widow of David Heist, of Kutztown; Mary, wife of Obediah Hilbert, of Alburtis; Ellen, wife of Israel G. Wieder, and Emma, wife of Milton Kercher, of Kutztown, and Thomas, of Ohio. The following brothers and sisters survive: Joel DeLong, of Schnecksville; Alvin DeLong, of Lafayette, Ind.; Susan Brand and Helena Siegfried, of Muhlenberg.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, November 8, 1906, p. 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, L.P.G.

Boyertown Loses Prominent Citizen. L.P.G. Fegley Stricken While in Attendance At Insurance Board Session ' Expires Four Hours Later WAS WIDELY KNOWN Considered An Expert in Insurance Business ' Lost Only Daughter in Theatre Fire Just Nineteen Years Ago ' Funeral on Monday Afternoon

Boyertown, Jan. 13, (Special) ' While attending the annual meeting of the Boyertown Mutual Fire Insurance Company, in its offices at the corner of Philadelphia Avenue and Chestnut Street, in his capacity of secretary of the organization this morning L. P. G. Fegley suffered a stroke of apoplexy and died four hours later, aged 75 years, 4 months and 28 days. Mr. Fegley was probably one of the most widely known men in southern Berks and had a wide acquaintance throughout the state. He was also a member of the board of directors of the Ludy Hotel Corporation, of Atlantic City. He was president of the Pennsylvania Mutual Fire Insurance Association for some years and annually delivered interesting messages, he having been an active fire adjuster for years.

The meeting had opened at about 10:00 o'clock, this morning, when the new directors of the company were to be elected, and the new officers chosen. Mr. Fegley, who had long been active in the community, was unusually active this morning, but at a few minutes before 11:00 o'clock he left the director's room and when he reached the front office faltered in his step. Charles Shaner, who was one of the tellers for the election, sitting in the front office sensing that something was wrong with the aged man, ran to his assistance, and lowered him into a chair. Doctors C. K. Becker and C. B. Dotterrer were called who pronounced the affliction a stroke of apoplexy.

Mr. Fegley was then removed to the directors' room where a couch was provided for his comfort, and later was removed in an improvised ambulance to his home at 111 North Reading Avenue.

He was under the constant care of a physician from that time until his death, which occurred shortly before 3:00 o'clock Thursday afternoon. No hope was entertained from the time of his stroke, for his recovery. His death occurred on the 19th anniversary of the death of his daughter, Lulu, who was killed in the Opera House fire, January 13, 1908. He is survived by his widow Emma G. (nee Leidy) and one sister, Mary Fegley, of Hamburg.

Lewis P. G. Fegley, of Boyertown was born August 15, 1851, on the Jacob Gottshall farm at New Berlinville, in Colebrookdale Township, Berks County, a son of Peter and Rebecca (Gottshall) Fegley. The family is an old one, Bernhard Fegley, the first of the name in this country, coming from Switzerland and settling in this section of Pennsylvania in its early days. He first located in Montgomery County, near East Greenville, but died in Longswamp Township, Berks County in 1872.

Mr. Fegley received his early education in the common Schools of his native township, later attending the Mount Pleasant Seminary, which was located at Boyertown; the home farm where he passed his youth was a mile northeast of that borough, and he completed his schooling in the fall of 1870. Meantime, in the fall of 1868 he began teaching among the Mennonites in Butter Valley, his first experience being in Hereford Township, where he taught for two terms, in 1869 being engaged at Treichlerville, and for the succeeding four terms in New Berlin[ville], at the grammar school. Then for three terms he was in the Boyertown High School, and he was awarded professional certificates by Professors D. B. Brunner, S. A. Baer and David S. Keck. His last experience as a teacher was in 1881, when he taught the Colebrookdale grammar school, but meantime he had been otherwise engaged. In 1878 he had been appointed by the heirs of a deceased uncle, Jacob Fegley, to go to California to look up their interest in the estate and he made a most successful trip, this being only the first of a long series of similar trusts, for he had become quite noted in his satisfactory settlement of estates.

During the eight years he was engaged in teaching school, Mr. Fegley assisted his father on the farm at New Berlinville, and in 1874, when only a little over 21 years old, he was elected a justice of the peace, serving continuously until Dec. 1, 1884, when he resigned after his election to the State Legislature. On Jan. 6, 1885, he took his seat in the State House of Representatives, and he never missed a single session nor a single vote either for or against a bill as the Legislature record will show, during his first term of service in that body. He served four years. In 1887 he was a member of the committee appointed by the Legislature, with Governor Beaver as president, to view the Gettysburg battlefield and report on the advisability of erecting monuments in honor of Pennsylvania's fallen heroes, and he voted for $81,000 appropriated for the erection of 81 monuments, one for each Pennsylvania regiment represented in that famous battle. Since his retirement from the Legislature, at the end of 1888, he had filled a number of important public offices. He took a notary's commission at the close of his legislative experience and held it ever since, finding it most convenient in the class of business which had occupied his attention.

Mr. Fegley was the principal organizer of the Boyertown Mutual Fire Insurance Company which was chartered January 2, 1886, under the General Incorporation Act of 1874, and he served ever since as secretary of the company, which now has insurance in force of $9,205,063, according to January 1, 1926, statement. During its existence the company has levied 37 assessments, the latest on Oct. 1, 1926, with all its losses paid up to date and satisfactory surplus. On Jan. 2, 1883, Mr. Fegley was appointed acting cashier of the National Bank of Boyertown, to fill a vacancy for a short time. He assisted in the organization of a number of business concerns in Boyertown.

Since 1874 he was at various times assignee, executor, trustee and administrator of estates in lower Berks and Upper Montgomery counties, his ripe experience and trustworthy disposition making him particularly valuable. At the time of the Boyertown opera house holocaust, Jan. 13, 1908, Mr. Fegley lost records of little intrinsic value to others, but greatly prized by him, representing the accumulation of 30 years. Fortunately his most valuable books and papers were in a fireproof vault. He took temporary office in Dr. Rhoads residence, Philadelphia Avenue and Chestnut Street, and Nov. 20, 1908, located in Room 2, second floor, Farmers' National Bank, in the new fire-proof building, where he had a large vault.

The company purchased the property located on the southwest corner of Philadelphia Avenue and Chestnut Street several years ago and its offices are located there.

He was the only member of the Berks County Historical Society in Boyertown, and contributed much historical data to the records and to newspapers. He was secretary of seven different institutions including a church body, was secretary of the council of the Reformed Church of the Good Shepherd, of Boyertown and had been secretary of the congregation from 1882 and was deacon of the church for six years. He was a Democrat in political opinion, had always been active in the councils of his party, and filled a number of minor local offices before his extensive business interests demanded so much of his time. In addition to the insurance business he did in connection with the Boyertown Mutual Company, Mr. Fegley represented several strong old-line insurance companies. He served on the board of directors of the Berks County Trust Company, Reading, for many years and was re-elected at the recent election. For many years he was also a member of the local Farmers National Bank board from which he resigned several years ago. He was a member of Friendship Fire Company, Boyertown.

On April 5, 1891, Mr. Fegley married Miss Emma G. Leidy, daughter of Daniel and Hannah (Gabel) Leidy, of Boyertown, and they have a beautiful home on North Reading Avenue, beyond Fifth Street, which Mr. Fegley erected in 1890. It is in the most desirable residential district of the borough. Mr. and Mrs. Fegley had one child, Lulu L., born Oct. 29, 1895, who perished Jan. 13, 1908, in the terrible theatre catastrophe which brought sorrow to so many homes in and around Boyertown.

The funeral will be held from his late home on Monday, Jan. 17, at 2:00 o'clock, with all services at the house. Interment in Fairview Cemetery.

Fegley, Larue S. (nee Haas)

Mrs. Larue S. Fegley, nee Haas, widow of the late Wilson D. Fegley, died yesterday morning at the residence of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Francis Fenstermacher, at Topton, aged 63 years. Death was due to apoplexy. She was a daughter of Maria, nee Knerr, and the late Alfred Haas. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of the Longswamp church. The survivors are her aged mother, four children, Mrs. Richard Conrad, Bethlehem; Mrs. Francis Fenstermacher, Topton; Mrs. Elmer Adams, Emaus; Mrs. Frank Moyer, this city; three step-children, Mrs. Charles Adams, Emaus; Mrs. John Hess, this city; James Fegley, Salisbury; ten grandchildren, eleven step-grandchildren and the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Michael Auer, Bethlehem; Mrs. Eliza Boulby, Newark, N.J.; Mrs. Minnie Fahringer, this city; Chester Haas, this city, and Lloyd Haas, Harrisburg. The funeral will be held Saturday morning with brief services at the home of her son-in-law an daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Francis Fenstermacher, Spruce street, Topton, at 10 o'clock, standard time. Further services and burial will be made at the Longswamp church. Rev. W. F. Bond will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, August 3, 1927, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, Levi

Levi Fegley, aged 72, of Topton, died at the Allentown hospital on Saturday at 9:45 p.m. He was admitted to the institution on Wednesday.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, April 25, 1943, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, Levi F.

Levi F. Fegley, 73 years old, of Topton, died Saturday night at the Allentown Hospital. He was the son of the late Benneville and Catherine (Kistler) Fegley. He is survived by two brothers and three sisters. Services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. at the Schofer funeral home, 107 Main St., Topton. Burial will be made in St. Paul's cemetery, Mertztown. Rev. Clarence Keiser will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, April 26, 1943, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, Manoah A.

Manoah A. Fegley, son of Nathan and Louisa (Rothenberger) Fegley, died yesterday at noon of heart failure, having been ill less than a week. He was the proprietor of the Maxatawny general store for many years. The deceased was in his 58th year. He was a member of the Odd Fellows, of Lyons, and the P.O.S. of A., of Alburtis. He is survived by his widow, Tamie, and two sons, Alvin and William, both at home. There also survive one grandson, one brother, Alvin J. Fegley, Macungie; three sisters, Mrs. William Schubert, Allentown; Mrs. Frank Miller and Mrs. John Seifert, both of Macungie. The remains are in charge of Undertaker Schofer, Topton. Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at 1.30 from his late residence at Maxatawny. Further services will be held in the Mertztown church and interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining. Revs. Dry and Brensinger will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, January 14, 1923, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, Marcella E. (nee Schmeck)

Marcella E Fegley, 98, South Temple, died Dec 19 at 9:15 P.M. in Manor Care Health Services Inc., Muhlenberg Township, where she had resided since Oct 25.

Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Wellington and Mary A (Glass) Schmeck.

Fegley was employed for 20 years as a waitress by the Berkshire Hotel, Reading, until her retirement.

Other survivors include two brothers, Paul Schmeck, Reading, and Wayne Schmeck, Birdsboro.

There are also seven grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.

Services will be Thursday at 10 A.M. in the Walter R. Christ Funeral Home Inc., Laureldale. Burial will be in Alsace Cemetery, Muhlenberg Township.

[Source: Reading Eagle, December 21, 2004. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Fegley, Margaret

Margaret, wife of Edwin Fegley, died on Sunday evening at the home of her son-in-law, Marcus Warmkessel, at Monterey, of dropsy, aged 70 years 6 months and 6 days. She is survived by her husband, a son, Israel Fegley, of Breinigsville; three daughters, Mrs. Warmkessel, with whom she resided, Mrs. Frank Warmkessel, of Hancock, and Mrs. Andrew Reidenauer, of Parkers Ford; a sister, Mrs. Peter Haas, of Reading, and six grandchildren. The deceased was a daughter of the late George and Salome (Schaeffer) Weiler, prominent and representative people of Longswamp, Berks county. The funeral will be held on Friday forenoon, with services and burial at the Mertztown church. Deceased was a sister of the late Mrs. Mary E. Knauss, of Macungie.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, February 11, 1909, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, Mary (nee Bernhard)

Mary, widow of James Fegley, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Mathias Roth, on Saturday, aged 87 years and 8 days. She was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Bernhard and was born and raised at Longswamp. Her husband died seven years ago. The children surviving are William, of Mertztown; Martin, of Lebanon; James, of West Coplay; Mrs. Roth, above named; Mrs. Reuben Eck and Mrs. Washington DeLong, of Allentown. Deceased was a member of the Reformed wing of the Longswamp Church. The funeral was held Tuesday morning, with services and burial at the Longswamp Church, Rev. W. L. Meckstroth officiating.

[Source: Emaus news, Macungie Progress, Thursday, July 30, 1908, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, Mazie E.

Mazie E., daughter of David A. and Mary S. Rauenzahn Fegley, died at 5:30 Friday afternoon at the home of her parents near Mertztown, aged 17 years, 7 months and 7 days. She has been seriously ill and bedridden for ten weeks. She was a faithful member of the Lutheran congregation of St. Paul's congregation at Mertztown. She is survived by her parents, grandparents on both sides of the family and seven brothers and sisters, Mrs. James Fegley, Mrs. Howard Fritsch, of Mertztown; Ella, Margaret, Henry, Russel and Carl, at home. One sister and a brother preceded her in death. The funeral will be held on Thursday, September 23rd, at 1:30 p.m., from the home of her parents. Further services will be held in St. Paul's church with interment in the adjoining cemetery. The Rev. W. F. Dry will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, September 19, 1926, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, Nathan K.

Dr. Nathan K. Fegley, 85, 243 Ridge St., Emmaus, retired veterinarian who for many years was a federal meat inspector at the Arbogast and Bastian Company plant, Allentown, died Wednesday at 9:45 p.m. at the home of his son, Dr. Homer Fegley, 171 S. 3rd St., Lehighton. He had been ill for three months and during that time resided at the home of his son in Lehighton. He had been retired for many years. He was a resident of Emmaus for the last 33 years. He was born in Mertztown, a son of the late Benneville and Catherine (Kistler) Fegley. He was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Mertztown. Surviving are his wife, the former Laura Burkert; two sons, Dr. Albert Fegley, Schuylkill Haven; and Dr. Homer Fegley, with whom he resided in Lehighton; three grandchildren; a brother Alvin, Bowers, and three sisters, Mrs. Annie Hoffman, Allentown; Mrs. Mamie Dankle, Mertztown; and Mrs. Lillie Reith, Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, November 24, 1951, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, Nelson

Nelson Fegley died at quarter of 4 o'clock yesterday morning at the Allentown Hospital. He was admitted to the institution March 24 for treatment for appendicitis. An operation was performed. Peritonitis developed, causing his death. Deceased was assistant agent at the Topton station of the Philadelphia and Reading Railway. He was 24 years of age and was born at Maxatawny township, the son of Eugene and Catherine, nee Diener. They survive with a wife. Undertaker Wonderly took charge of the body and shipped it to the young man's home on the 1.37 P&R train.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, April 11, 1918, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, Peter

Fegley, Mrs. Peter

Mrs. Peter Fegley died on Monday night at Shamrock, aged 78 years. She was a widow and was blind for many years. Her disease was pneumonia, caused by the grip. The funeral will take place on Saturday at Mertztown, Rev. Brensinger officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, January 18, 1899, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, Rachel (nee Bush)

Fegley -- In this city, on the 23rd, Rachel, wife of Samuel Fegley, aged 62 years, 4 month and 11 days. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from the residence of her husband, 851 Cherry St., on Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Services at the house. Interment at Aulenbach Cemetery.

Fegley, Samuel

Fegley -- In this city, on the 25th, Samuel Fegley, aged 63 years, 2 month and 1 day. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from his late residence, No. 851 Cherry St., on Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Services at the house. Interment at Aulenbach Cemetery.

Fegley, Sarah

Fegley, Susan Helena

Susan Helena, widow of Charles Fegley, died at her home in Philadelphia on Friday, aged seventy-four years, 6 months and 18 days. Deceased was a daughter of the long deceased David and Lydie, nee Schmoyer, Leibensperger, of Maxatawny, Berks county. She is survived by these children: J. D. Fegley, of the firm of Fegley & Moore, this city; Misses Minnie and Catharine, of Phila.; Mrs. Joseph Mowrer, of Cynwyd; Mrs. J. E. Scull, of Reading, and Alfred Fegley, of Cleveland, Ohio, connected with the McClintic-Marshall Construction Company. These brothers and sisters also survive: Mrs. Mary Walbert, No. 436 Turner street, this city; O. P. Leibensperger, Proprietor of the Washington House, Bethlehem; Mrs. Ellen Seip, Wescoesville; Miss Rebecca Leibensperger, of Asbury Park, formerly a teacher in the public schools of this city, and Alfred Leibensperger, of McKeansburg, Pa. The funeral will be held from the home of her son-in-law, John E. Scull, No. 1130 Robeson street, Reading, on Tuesday morning with services at 11.30 o'clock. Interment will be made at the convenience of the family in Charles Evans cemetery, Reading.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, December 11, 1915, p. 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, Tina A. (nee Romig)

Mrs. Tina A. Fegley, 78, mother of Maxatawny Postmaster William Fegley, died at her home in Maxatawny at 11:40 p.m. Wednesday. She was preceded in death by her husband, Manoah. A native of Lehigh county, her parents were the late Henry and Mary, nee Warmkessel, Romig. She was a Lutheran parishioner of St. Paul's church, Mertztown. Surviving are two sons, Alvin at home and Postmaster Fegley; five grandchildren; two brothers, Fred Romig, Reading, and Morris Romig, Allentown. Funeral services will be held at her home at 1:30 p.m. Monday, with further services at St. Paul's church. Rev. Luther Schlenker, Dr. Clarence Keiser and Rev. Ralph Althouse will officiate. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery. Calling hours 7 to 9 p.m., Sunday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, April 12, 1947, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, Verna S. (nee Flicker)

Mrs. Verna S. Flicker Fegley, 51, wife of Charles W. Fegley of Longswamp, Mertztown R. 1, died Thursday night in Allentown Hospital. She worshiped with the Lutheran congregation at Longswamp Union Church and was a member of the Pioneer Grange in Topton. Born in District Township, Berks County, Mrs. Fegley was a daughter of Mrs. Katie Sterner Flicker of Longswamp and the late Jeremiah Flicker. Surviving with her husband and mother are a son, Charles W. Fegley Jr., at home; a daughter, Dorothy McKently of Fleetwood; two grandchildren and two sisters, Edna, wife of J. Edwin Fegley of Mertztown R. 1, and Meda, wife of Carl Losch of Alburtis R. 1.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, January 29, 1954, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, William Jr.

William Fegley, Jr., son of William Fegley, Sr., of Topton, met death in a horrible manner yesterday afternoon. While dumping hot cinders, the young man fell beneath the load. He was buried in red hot cinders and in addition to being terribly burned, had both legs crushed. He was rushed to the Allentown Hospital, where it was found necessary to amputate the left leg at the hip and the right leg was so horribly mangled that he could have never used it again. The young man was a son of William Fegley, son of the manager of the A. J. Miller farm. His father also had the contract for hauling the cinders for the borough of Topton. It was while engaged in this work, in company with his father, that the young man met with the terrible accident. The parents and one sister survive. The young man died at the hospital, at five o'clock last evening. When brought to the hospital he was in a critical condition, but shortly afterward he rallied somewhat and it was thought for some time that he would survive the horrible ordeal. He was regularly employed on the cinder train at the Topton furnaces and it was only incidentally that it happened that he was working for his father at the time. The sufferings of Fegley were intense, due to the face that he was practically buried for a brief period beneath the hot lava, during which time he sustained severe burns over his entire body.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, May 20, 1909, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, Willoughby J.

Taken to the hospital as a last resort, for an operation, Willoughby J. Fegley, a prosperous grocer at No. 1124 Tilghman street, turned for the worse and died before the operation could be performed, shortly before 2 o'clock this morning. Stomach trouble was the cause of his death. Deceased was born in Longswamp fifty-one years ago, and was the son of the late Jacob and Elizabeth Fegley. He came to this city a number of years ago and had been in business for a number of years. He is survived by his wife Ella (nee Bear), one brother, Jacob H., of Philadelphia; a step father, Elias Fegley, of this city; and the following half brothers and sisters: Mrs. Elizabeth Fenstermaker, Mrs. Wm. J. Dennis, Peter H., Emaus; Mrs. P. M. Stickler and Mrs. Asa Knerr, of Norristown. He was a member of Emaus Council, No. 378, Knights of Pythias.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, June 7, 1913, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fegley, Wilson Jr.

Wilson Fegley, Jr., was instantly killed and Daniel Alexander died several hours later at the Allentown Hospital as the result of injuries sustained in an accident at the Long Valley Rug Mills, Mertztown, M. F. Mordridge, proprietor, on Saturday forenoon. The accident was due to the whizzer breaking in the dye room of the plant. Both men were at work in the dye room and they were the only ones in the room at the time. The machine crashed without warning, pieces flying in every direction and heavy fragments striking both men. So great was the force of the explosion that a part of the whizzer crashed through a nine-inch brick wall, making a hole a foot square, and landing on the sidewalk outside. The whizzer is a contrivance to draw water from the dyed stuff before the articles are taken away to dry. It is about thirty inches in diameter and is shaped like a bowl. It is made of metal and it revolves at a speed of 6000 revolutions per minute. One piece of the machine, a section of brass, ten feet long, struck Fegley on the head and split his head open from the mouth to the back of the head. His body was a mass of contusions and bruises. He was dead instantly. Alexander stood further away from the machine and he was hit by pieces of the metal and was fatally hurt. Both hips were broken and a pelvic bone was also fractured. He had a gash over the left eye and two toes were cut off without the shoe showing a scratch. The men had just started the whizzer for the last time at 10.30 before the time to quit work at noon, when the engineer heard a shock and looking at the steam gauge, he saw the steam escaping. He made an investigation and found the dye house full of steam, with the dead body of Mr. Fegley lying in the center of the room. Looking behind the whizzer he found Alexander lying there mortally wounded. Drs. Long and Smith were hurriedly summoned and they gave Alexander first aid, after which they had hi removed on the 1.20 p.m. train to the Allentown Hospital. The man was unconscious and so remained until just before he expired at 5.30 at the hospital. Undertaker Wonderly removed the body from the hospital to his morgue and prepared it for burial. Fegley was twenty-three years of age and a son of Wilson Fegley, Sr. He is survived by his wife, a two-year-old daughter, his parents and three sisters. Alexander was twenty years old and was single and was a son of James Alexander, residing at Farmington. Coroner Norton, of Reading, made an investigation and decided that it was an accident and that an inquest was unnecessary. Harry Smith, who was the step-father of Mrs. Fegley, was burned to death in the same building, which was destroyed by fire in May, 1915. Mrs. Fegley has thus been doubly bereaves through frightful accidents within two years.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 6, 1916, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fehr, Benjamin

FEHR - In Cleveland O, on the 11th inst. Benjamin, son of the late David and Hannah Fehr. Aged 69 years and 9 months. Interment in Charles Evans.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, December 16, 1914. Submitted by: Brenda. Note: this is an abstract.]

Fehr, Russell H.

Russell H. Fehr, 82, Reading, died April 30 at 5:20 p.m. in ManorCare Health Services Inc., West Reading, where he had resided18 months. He was the husband of Marguerite S. (Wentzel) Fehr. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late John H. and Marie K. (Eckert) Fehr. Fehr was the owner-operator of Sunshine Dry Cleaners, Reading, for 45 years, retiring in 1985. He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Reading. Fehr was an Army veteran of World War II. He was a life member of the Monarch Athletic Club, Reading. Fehr is also survived by a daughter, Sheila L. (Fehr) Gerhart Schmoyer, Reading Other survivors include a sister, Doris (Fehr) Hermann, Reading. There are also a granddaughter and two great-grandsons. Services will be Friday at 11 a.m. in the Auman Funeral Homes, Reading. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton.

Feick, Edgar W

Edgar W. Feick, husband of Florence nee Kantner and son of late Harrison L. and Mary B. (Wagner) Feick, born Nov. 23, 1885, U. Tulpehocken Twp., Berks Co.; was baptized March 2, 1886, by Rev. Elias Hiester and confirmed Oct. 11, 1902 in Friedens Church, Shartlesville by Rev. D. D. Trexler, He was married to Florence Kantner Oct. 12, 1918, by Rev. I. W. Klick. He died Tuesday, Sept. 13, 1932, in St. Joseph's Hospital, Reading, aged 46 years, 11 months and 21 days. He is survived by his wife, one daughter, two sisters and three brothers. His funeral was held Sept. 16, 1932, with services in the home and Frieden's Church, Shartlesville, and burial in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: The Parish Record of the Strausstown Lutheran Parish, April 1933. Submitted by Kathy.]

Feick, Joseph

On the 10th inst., in Upper Tulpehocken, Joseph Feick, in the 43d year of his age.

Feick, Morris B.

Morris B. Feick, 66, formerly of Reading and Birdsboro, died May 28 at 7:45 p.m. in Berks Heim Annex, where he had been a resident. Born in Birdsboro, he was a son of the late Leroy and Pauline (Berkley) Feick. Feick had been employed as a laborer by Stanley G. Flagg Co. Inc., Stowe, Montgomery County, retiring in the 1990s. He was a 1957 graduate of Daniel Boone High School. Feick is survived by two sons, Morris A., Danville, Montour County, and Dean E., Flying Hills; and three daughters: Susan (Feick) Hilgendorf, Sinking Spring; Cynthia (Feick) Lykens, Mohrsville; and Kristine L. (Feick) Sanders, Canton, Mich. Other survivors include a sister, Fern (Feick) Rudloff, Mohnton; and five brothers: Melvin, Nelson and Roy, all of Birdsboro; Raymond, New Hanover Township, Montgomery County; and Clyde, Exeter Township and a half-sister, Doris (Pearson) Bascelli, Birdsboro. There are also seven grandchildren. Services will be Tuesday at 3:30 p.m. in Dengler Funeral Home Inc., Birdsboro. Private burial will be in St. John's Cemetery, Gibraltar.

Feick, Sallie (nee Berger)

Sallie Berger, wife of Samuel J. Feick and daughter of the late [Emanuel] Berger and wife, Christiana (nee Sonday.) She was born May 31, 1879, U. Tulpehocken Twp., Berks Co., and was baptized July 13, 1879, by Rev. Finfrock. She was confirmed Oct. 22, 1892, in Zion Church, Strausstown, by Rev. Thomas C. Leinbach, and united in marriage to Samuel J. Feick, May 7, 1898, by Rev. D. D. Trexler. This union was blessed with three children; two preceded her in death. Mrs. Feick died on Thursday, March 12, in U. Tulpehocken Twp., at the age of 51 years, 9 months and 11 days, and is survived by her husband, one son Adam Emanuel, one grandaughter; also four brothers. She was buried March 17, with services in their home and in Frieden's Church, Shartlesville, and burial in the adjoining graveyard.

[Source: The Parish Record of the Strausstown Lutheran Parish, April 1932. Submitted by Kathy.]

Feik, John Milton

Feik - In Upper Bern, April 6th, John Milton, son of John E. and Sarah J. Feik, aged 4 mos, and 1 day.

Felix, Mrs. A.S.

Felix--On the 20th inst., in Union township, Mrs. A.S. Felix. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend her funeral, from the residence of Mrs. H.F. Felix, No. 304 South Fifth street, at 10 1/2 o'clock on Saturday morning. Requiem Mass at St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church. From thence to the Catholic Cemetery.

Felix, Stephen

Stephen Felix died at his home in Lewistown, Pa., of general debility, aged 81 years. Deceased was born in Dauphin county, near Middletown, and resided there for many years. He then moved to Columbia, where he engaged in the mercantile business, and later returned to Lewistown. His wife, Elizabeth, but no children, survive. He was a brother of Undertaker J. Felix, of this city; Anthony of Lewistown, and John, the latter deceased, of Columbia. Miss Rosefield Felix, of this city is a niece, and Henry Felix, formerly with C.G. Wilson, now deceased, was nephew.

Fellin, Stephen G.

Stephen G. Fellin, 69, of 142 Miller Road, Greenwich Township, Berks County, died Wednesday at home. Born in East Union Township, he was a son of the late Stephen J. and Marie Krutz Fellin. He was an Army veteran of the Korean War. He was an electrical engineer and supervisor for Ford Aerospace Research and Technical Center, Lansdale, from 1962 until retiring in 1995. Surviving are his wife of 45 years, Winifred A. Davis; a daughter, Linda M. Stacy, Middletown, Del.; a son, Stephen J., Kutztown; a sister, Marie Shoup, Ringtown; three grandchildren. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday from Ludwick Funeral Home, Kutztown.

Felt, William Henry

Felt--In Reading, January 29, William Henry, only child of Henry F. and Margaret Felt, aged 3 years, 8 months and 21 days.

Felty, Amy C.

Among the local survivors of Amy C. (Kremer) Felty, 83, formerly of Schuylkill Haven, who died Nov. 26 in ManorCare Health Services, Pottsville, is a daughter, Suzanne A. (Felty) Krammes, Hamburg.

Feninerz, Mary

Mary Feninerz, daughter of John and Anna Feninerz, Temple, died of convulsions, Sunday, at her one, aged one month.

Fenstermacher, Alton M.

Alton M. Fenstermacher, an employee of the Reading Electric Light Company, was killed almost instantly on Sunday afternoon when he came in contact with a heavily charged wire while doing some repair work on one of the poles in Topton. The accident happened about four thirty in the afternoon while Fenstermacher was engaged in repairing a line. The unfortunate man was thrown from the pole on which he was working into several wires below, five minutes before local telegraph employees succeeded in lowering the body to the ground by means of a rope. The body was badly burned. Fenstermacher had been in the employ of the Reading Electric Light Company for the last two years and was twenty-three years old. He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Reuben A. Fenstermacher, and his wife, Satie, nee Fisher, of Reading. The young man had been married less than a year. He is a veteran of the late war and a member of Washington Chamber No. 18, Knights of Friendship, of Allentown, and Washington Camp No. 172, of the P.O.S. of A., of Topton. The funeral will be held on Thursday morning at 9.30 with services at the home of the parents. Interment in Topton cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday September 14, 1920, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, Alvin

Alvin Fenstermacher, 75, well known resident of Alburtis, died at the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. William P. Shoemaker, Second street, Alburtis, at 12.50 a.m. yesterday following a stroke of apoplexy. Mr. Fenstermacher was employed as a stationary engineer and at one time as a butcher. He had played in a number of bands, having been affiliated with the Allentown and Pioneer bands of this city. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Longswamp. He was a son of Jacob and Maria, nee Moyer, Fenstermacher. His wife, Lizzie, nee Baus, preceded him in death 25 years ago. Surviving are six daughters and three sons. They are: Mrs. William P. Shoemaker, and Mrs. John Bortz, of Alburtis; Mrs. Gertrude Reinert, of Allentown; Mrs. Wm. Fegley, Mertztown R.D.; Mrs. James Dries and Mrs. Lesher Fritch, of Emaus; Walter, Harlan and Clement Fenstermacher, all of Emaus. Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock from the home of his son-in-law and daughter, with continued services to follow in the Longswamp church. Burial will be made in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, July 1, 1936, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, Carrie I. (nee Eck)

Mrs. Carrie I. Fenstermacher, 90, of 262 W. Main St., Kutztown, died Friday in the Hassler Home, Inc., Cumru Township, Berks County. She was the widow of Charles F. Fenstermacher. Born in Longswamp Township, she was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles Eck. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Kutztown. Surviving are a son, Thomas K., of Kutztown; and two grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Services will be at the convenience of the family in the William S. Fritz Funeral Home, Kutztown. There will be no calling hours.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, June 15, 1974, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, Charles F.

Charles F. Fenstermacher, a partner in the Kutztown hardware firm of Fenstermacher & Son, died Saturday night in his home at 262 W. Main St., Kutztown. He was 79. Born in Topton, he was a son of the late William F. and Elizabeth Reigelman Fenstermacher. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Kutztown, and the Kutztown Fire Co. Surviving are his wife, the former Carrie I. Eck; a son Thomas F., Kutztown; a brother Menno, Allentown; a sister, Mrs. Esther Siegfried, Allentown, two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Services will be at the convenience of the family in the Fritz & Kendall Funeral Home, Kutztown, with viewing 7-9 p.m. Wednesday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, June 30, 1958, page 26. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, Clayton A.

Clayton A. Fenstermacher, 45, fixer foreman at the Yorkshire Hosiery Mills, Reading, died unexpectedly early yesterday morning at his home, 40 W. Main St., Fleetwood. He had been at work Thursday. A native of Topton, he was a son of Leon J. and Sallie (Dankel) Fenstermacher. He was a member of the Longswamp Evangelical and Reformed Church, the Fleetwood fire Company, Fleetwood Fish and Game Association. Surviving besides his parents, who reside in Topton, are his wife, the former Maude C. Miller, a son Raynor L., at home, two sisters, Edna E., wife of Joseph Ryan, Phillipsburg, N.J., and Jean D., TOpton, and a brother, Glenn, also of Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, June 7, 1952, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, Cornelia

Mrs. Cornelia Fenstermacher, 84, widow of James Fenstermacher, formerly of Topton; died Tuesday night in the Reading hospital. She was the daughter of the late David and Hettie, nee Scheirer, Carl. Survivors include a brother, Daniel Carl, Shillington, two grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Friday at the Delong home in Topton. The Rev. Franklin Sliser will officiate. Burial will be in Bowers cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, November 26 1943, Page 24. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, Deborah K.

Five-year-old Deborah K. Fenstermacher, a daughter of Barry and Jue (DeLong) Fenstermacher of 26 Spruce St., Topton, died yesterday in Allentown Hospital. She had been hospitalized about a week. Born in Allentown, she was a kindergarten pupil in the Brandywine Heights Joint School District. She was a member of the Sunday school at St. John's Lutheran Church, Kutztown. Besides her parents, she is survived by her maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Richard M. DeLong of Mertztown R. 1; her paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. George L. Fenstermacher of Kutztown; the maternal great-grandmother, Mrs. Richard E. DeLong of Mertztown R. 1; the paternal great-grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Leon J. Merkle of Kutztown and the paternal great-grandmother, Mrs. George A. Fenstermacher of Bowers. Serv ices will be at 2 p.m. Thursday in St. John's Lutheran Church, Kutztown. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Earl A. Trexler Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, March 21, 1966, page 21. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, Edwin R.

An 83-year-old Kutztown R. 2 farmer was killed instantly yesterday when he slipped and fell head-first into a spinning circular saw on his farm. Edwin R. Fenstermacher died of a compound fracture of the skull. He was pronounced dead at the scene by Dr. Warren L. Trexler of Topton, deputy Berks County coroner. Dr. Trexler said the death was accidental. Fenstermacher was killed near his farm house while he and his son, Warren, 35, were cutting firewood. his death was the ninth farm-related accident this year in the Lehigh Valley area. Three weeks ago to the day, a 15-year-old boy who lived near the Fenstermacher farm was killed when he was pinned under a tractor on a rural road near his home. Six of the nine deaths resulted from tractor accidents. Dr. Trexler said Fenstermacher apparently slipped on the wet grass while he was handing a piece of wood to his son. He fell into the saw and was caught on the right side of the head by the spinning blade. Fenstermacher, who had been in good health, was still actively engaged in farming. He was assisted by his won, Warren, who lived on the farm. The two men began sawing wood shortly after lunch. The accident happened about 4 p.m. Fenstermacher was pronounced dead at 4:15 by Dr. Trexler. He was a native of Maxatawny Township and lived on the same farm all his life. He attended Keystone State Normal School, but dropped out in favor of farming. His parents were the late Henry and Isabella Dietrich Fenstermacher. He was a member of New Bethel Zion's Church, Grimville, and the Kutztown Fire Co. Besides his won, he is survived by his wife, Katie Carl Fenstermacher; three other sons, Earl H., Emmaus; Floyd, Fleetwood, and Carl G., Kutztown R. 2; two daughters, Elda, wife of Robert Behler, Hamburg, and Marie, wife of Leon Heist, Fleetwood R.D.; a sister, Isabella Harner, Zenia, Ohio, and nine grandchildren. Services will be held at the convenience of the family in the Brumbach Funeral Home, Kutztown. There will be no viewing.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, September 19, 1958, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, Elizabeth (nee Riegelman)

Mrs. Elizabeth Fenstermacher, wife of Wm. Frank Fenstermacher, died yesterday at her home at Topton, in her 69th year. She had been in poor health for several years and a year ago she suffered a stroke of apoplexy, from which she never fully recovered. The family had arranged to celebrate the golden wedding anniversary on November 7, but it was postponed on account of her illness. Deceased was born at Dun- a daughter of Benjamin and Anna Riegelman, deceased. Mrs. Fenstermacher lived at Topton for many years, where she was highly respected. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Longswamp Church. Besides her husband, Mrs. Fenstermacher is survived by nine children, Mrs. William Eberly, Hamburg; Mrs. Robert Ziegler, Kutztown; Mrs. David Ziegler, Maxatawny; Benjamin F. and Menno W. Fenstermacher, and Mrs. Wilkes Schappell, wife of the manager of the Atlantic & Pacific Co.'s store, Allentown; Reuben A. and Charles F. Fenstermacher, Topton; and Mrs. Harvey Siegfried, High Bridge, N.J. There is also one sister, Mrs. John Seip of Lenhartsville, 15 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, November 27, 1907, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, Ellen

Ellen, wife of Jerome Fenstermacher, of Guth's Station, died yesterday morning of heart failure, aged 33 years. She is survived by her husband, and four children, the youngest only one day old. The funeral will take place on Monday morning at Huff's Church, Berks county, Rev. Humbert officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, November 2, 1901, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, Ellen V. (nee Miller)

Ellen V. (Miller), wife of George Fenstermacher, died at St. Joseph's hospital, Reading, aged 34 years, 3 months and 4 days. Deceased was admitted to the institution more than a week ago to undergo an operation. She was born at Maxatawny and is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Miller, of Macungie. Besides her husband and parents, the following survive: children, Helen, Ruth, Catharine, John and George, at home; sisters and brothers: Mrs. William Acker, Macungie; Mrs. Robert Sell, Emaus; Mrs. Raymond Rauch, Alburtis; Mrs. Herbert Miller and Mrs. Adam Sicher, Allentown; Mrs. Lloyd Reese, Macungie; George, Blandon; Herbert, Allentown; Jonas, at parents' home, Macungie. Mrs. Fenstermacher was a member of the Lutheran church at New Jerusalem and Camp 176, P.O.S. of A., Maxatawny.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, June 23, 1923, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, Emma L.

The funeral of Mrs. Emma L. Fenstermacher, who died suddenly on Thursday, Dec. 6, of heart disease, was held on Monday afternoon from her late residence in Rockland township, after brief services at the house the cortege proceeded to St. Paul's Lutheran church at Lyons, where further services and interment was made. Mrs. Fenstermacher had attained the age of 62 years, 7 months and 20 days. Her husband, the late Eugene L. Fenstermacher, preceded her in death 29 years ago. Four children survive, two sons and two daughters, Rev. Ira Z., of Lebanon; William E., of Longswamp; Mrs. George P. Mertz and Miss Mayme E., of this place.

[Source: Bowers news, Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, December 15, 1917, page 13. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, Emma T.

Mrs. Emma T. Fenstermacher, wife of Jacob Fenstermacher, died at her home near Topton last Wednesday afternoon, of apoplexy, aged 65 years and 15 days. Her mother survives at the age of 92 years. The deceased left the following brothers and sisters: Charles, of Lyons; John, of Bower's Station; Mrs. Elizabeth Grim, of Reading; Mrs. Caroline Angstadt, of Dover, Del.; and Mrs. Rebecca Weidner, of Lobachsville. There also remain the husband and five children: John, of Henningsville; Susan, wife of Harvey Sicher, of Bower's Station; Callie, wife of Irvin E. Rhode, of Topton; and Jacob and Edwin, at home.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, February 19, 1902, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, Floranda L. (nee Miller)

Mrs. Floranda L. Fenstermacher, wife of James O. Fenstermacher, and for many years a well known and respected resident of Topton, passed away at her late home, Franklin street, Topton, on Saturday evening. Death was due to complications from which she had been ailing for some time. She was in her seventy-sixth year. Mrs. Fenstermacher was the daughter of the late Michael and Caroline, nee Lauer, Miller, and was born in Longswamp township, Berks county. She was a life long member of the Longswamp Reformed church. There survive to mourn her loss, in addition to her bereaved husband, the following children: Harry, at home; Mrs. Jennie Wiltrout, Leon, Francis and Harvey, all of Topton; William, of Allentown; Mrs. Leland Wilson and James, of Emaus; Mrs. Ralph Hock, of West Catasauqua; Mrs. Robert Masters, of Mertztown R. D., and Mrs. George C. Reinert, of Fleetwood R. D. Thirty-three grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren also survive, as do two sisters, Mrs. Emma Long, of Reading, and Mrs. Charles Wissler, of Topton, and one brother, Matthias Miller, of Reading. Funeral services will be held from her late home, Franklin street, Topton, on Thursday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock with further services in the Longswamp Reformed church. Rev. W. L. Meckstroth will officiate and interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 2, 1931, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, George

George Fenstermacher, former Rockhill (sic, Rockland) Township tax collector and one-time proprietor of the Lyons Hotel, died Tuesday night at his home in Mertztown R. 1, Berks County. He was 69. He was the son of the late John and Catherine Fenstermacher and was born in Rockhill (sic, Rockland) Township, Berks County. He was a member of New Jerusalem Lutheran Church and the Lyons Fire Company. Fenstermacher was twice married. His first wife, Mrs. Ellen (Miller) Fenstermacher, died in 1923. His survivors are his wife, Mrs. Cora M. (Billig) Fenstermacher; four sons, John W., Fleetwood; George, Kutztown; Franklin A., Lyons; and Denton, stationed in North Carolina with the Marine Corps; three daughters, Mrs. Helen Boyer and Mrs. Kathryn Bleiler, both Mertztown; and Mrs. Ruth Sell, emmaus; two step-sons, Jacob Rollman, Baltimore, and J. Edward Rollman, Lyons station; two step-daughters, Mrs. Emma Haring, Mertztown; and Mrs. Cordelia Funk, Reading; 32 grandchildren; and three brothers, John, Fleetwood; Harry, Mertztown; and Charles, New York City.

[Source: The Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Thursday, February 5, 1953, page 35. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, George L.

George L. Fenstermacher, who operated a barber shop for the last 38 years at his home, 602 ½ N. 12th St., Allentown, died unexpectedly at home yesterday morning. Ill for three months, he was 76. Born in Maxatawny Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Henry K. and Lizzie (Haas) Fenstermacher. He resided in Allentown for the last 65 years. He was the oldest member of Trinity Evangelical and Reformed Church, Allentown, where he was confirmed in 1895. He was also a member of the men's brotherhood of the church. One June 8, he and his wife, Mrs. Annie M. (Long) Fenstermacher, would have celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. Surviving besides his wife are two daughters, Margaret L. and Eleanor, at home; a sister, Ella, Allentown, and several nieces and nephews. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Stephens Funeral Home, 1335-37 Linden St., Allentown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, April 4, 1955, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, Hannah

Hannah Fenstermacher died on Friday at the home of her son, Oliver Fenstermacher, at Ringtown, near Topton, and was eighty-nine years of age. Her husband, four sons and three daughters preceded her in death. She is survived by two sons: Oliver, at home, and Frank, of Pottstown; one daughter, of this city; eight grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Rev. Meckstroth will conduct the funeral services from her late home on Tuesday morning at 9.30 o'clock at the house, with further services in the Longswamp church and interment in the cemetery adjoining.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, February 28, 1920, page 18. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, Jacob

Jacob Fenstermacher, aged 73 years, died at the residence of his daughter, Mrs. Caroline Rhode, in Topton, on Thursday, of heart trouble, after an illness of four weeks. He was a veteran of the Civil War. He wife Emma (nee Hammer) died 15 years ago. He is survived by one brother, Jonas, of Dryville, and two sisters, Mrs. David Kline and Miss Hannah Fenstermacher, both of Wernersville. The following children remain: Mrs. Harvey Sicher, Jacob and Edwin Fenstermacher, and Mrs. Caroline Rhode, all of Topton, and John, of Reading. Eight grandchildren survive.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, March 16, 1917, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, John

John Fenstermacher died in Stark county, Ohio, on March 25, aged 77 years, 6 months and 15 days. He was a native of Longswamp township and emigrated to Ohio many years ago. He leaves a widow and eight children, also twenty grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, April 13, 1903, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, John E.

John E. Fenstermacher, Shamrock, formerly employed by the Caloric Appliance Co., Topton, died Thursday morning in Allentown Hospital. He was 56. Born in Longswamp Township, he was a son of Lillian (Lentz) Fenstermacher and the late Jonathan Fenstermacher. he was a member of the Lutheran congregation of the Longswamp church; the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Kutztown; Topton Fire Co., and the Beneficial Assn. of the American Legion Home, Topton. Survivors include his wife, Lucy (Witwer) Fenstermacher; his mother, Lillian, Shamrock; four children, John, William, and Mary, wife of Stanley Smith, all of Shamrock; and Roy, in the Marine Corps in California; a brother Harry, Mertztown R. 1; a sister, Mabel, wife of Erwin Reppert, Shamrock, and four grandchildren. Services will be at 2:30 p.m. Sunday in the Schofer Funeral Home, Topton.

[Source: The Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Friday, October 14, 1955, page 44. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, Judith A. (nee Fegely)

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, June 3, 1966, page 30. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, Katie

Miss Katie, daughter of Hannah (nee Bortz), and the late Jacob Fenstermacher, died Thursday of uraemia, at the home of her brother, Oliver Fenstermacher, in Ringtown, aged 49 years and 9 months. Deceased had been an invalid for many years. Besides her mother and her brother, Oliver, she leaves another brother, Frank, of Pottstown, and a sister, Mrs. Agnes Seip, of Allentown. Funeral on Tuesday at 10 a.m. from her late residence, with all services at the house. Rev. W. L. Meckstroth will officiate. Interment at the Longswamp Church, J. J. Schofer, undertaker, in charge.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, February 2, 1920, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, Katie E. (nee Carl)

Mrs. Katie E. Fenstermacher, 88, of Fleetwood R. 1, died yesterday in the Hamilton Convalescent Home, Allentown. Born in Rockland Township, Berks County, a daughter of the late Henry and Annie (Geist) Carl, she was the widow of Edwin R. Fenstermacher. Mrs. Fenstermacher was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Bowers, Berks County. Surviving are a daughter, Marie A., wife of Leon Heist, with whom she resided; four sons, Earl H. of Emaus; Floyd E. of Fleetwood R. 2; Carl G. of Kutztown R. 3; and Warren P. of Kempton R. 2; and 10 grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the Earl A. Trexler Funeral Home, 25 Weiss St., Topton. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Monday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, September 21, 1968, page 19. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, Mrs. Leon

Mrs. Leon Fenstermacher, of Hancock Station, near Mertztown, died in the early part of the week, of old age, and will be buried at the Longswamp church to-day.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, November 28, 1894, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, Leon J.

Leon J. Fenstermacher, 109 W. Franklin St., Topton, died yesterday in Allentown Hospital. He was 68 years old. Fenstermacher was born in Longswamp Township, a son of the late James O. and Floranda (Miller) Fenstermacher. He was a cabinet-maker by trade, his last place of employment being the Northeastern Lumber Co., Reading. He was a member of the Evangelical and Reformed faith of the Longswamp Union Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sallie (Dankel) Fenstermacher, on Dec. 28, 1953, and by a son. Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Edna Ryan, Phillipsburg, N.J., and Jean D., at home, and a son, Glenn D., also at home; three sisters, Maggie, wife of George Reinert, Fleetwood, Pacie, wife of Ralph Hock, Catasauqua, and Mrs. Estella Master, Catasauqua; four brothers, William, Allentown; Francis and Harvey, Topton, and Harry, Bethlehem; and three grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at the DeLong and Trexler Funeral Home, 107 S. Home St., Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, July 29, 1954, page 26. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, Lizzie M. (nee Schoedler)

Lizzie M., wife of George E. Fenstermacher, of No. 211 North Poplar street, died yesterday after an illness of a cancerous affection. She was born May 9, 1882, at Longswamp, the daughter of William and Theresa, nee Stauffer, Schoedler and was 34 years, 8 months and 9 days of age. There survive her husband, four brothers and three sisters: William, Shoemakersville; Frederick, Planton; Robert, Alburtis; Nicholas, Kutztown; Estelle, wife of James Adams, Allentown; Mrs. George Heist, Temple; Mrs. Emma Moll, Longswamp.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, January 19, 1917, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, Mabel

Following an illness of two weeks' duration with a complication of diseases, Mabel, the 21-year-old daughter of James and Rosa (Adams) Fenstermacher, died at her home, 65 South Second street, Emaus, Sunday evening. She was a native of Mertztown and an only child. She was a member of the Reformed church and enjoyed a large coterie of friends. She was affiliated with Martha Washington Council, No. 42, D. of A., and was employed by the Greenberg-Miller Shoe Co. The parents survive. The funeral will be held from her late home Friday at 1.30 o'clock, with Rev. D. E. Schaeffer officiating. Interment will be made in the Northwood cemetery, Emaus.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, July 31, 1923, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, Olivia

Olivia, widow of Reuben Fenstermacher, died on Thursday at Topton, Berks county, of general debility, aged 91 years, 9 months and 1 day. She had been in poor health for a number of years and for about three weeks seriously so. For the last eight years she resided with her son-in-law, Tilghman DeLong, where she died. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Longswamp. her husband died Feb. 27 1870. She is survived by one sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Walbert, of Kent county, Maryland, and the following children: Angelina, wife of Tilghman DeLong; Amanda, wife of Jonas Trexler; William F., Joseph and Charles Fenstermacher, all of Topton; and Henry, of Weisenburg, this county; as also 30 grandchildren and 42 great-grandchildren.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, August 16, 1905, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, Reuben Alfred

Reuben Alfred Fenstermacher, 70, husband of Mary, nee Drey, Fenstermacher, died Friday at his home, 217 West Franklin St., Topton. Born in Longswamp, Berks county, he was the son of William F. & Eliza, nee Riegelman, Fenstermacher. He was employed for 30 years in the bakery business and later was employed by the A. and P. Co. and by the Koch Rug Mills, retiring seven years ago. He was a member of St. Peter's Reformed church, Topton, and Kutztown Fire Co. No. 1. Surviving are his wife and granddaughter, Gladys, at home; a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Wilson H. Moll, and granddaughter, Jewel, both of Reading; a brother, Charles, and four sisters, Mrs. Ziegler, Kutztown; Mrs. Emily S. Eberly, Orwigsburg; Mrs. Harvey Siegfried of Somerville, N.J., and Manoah Fenstermacher, Allentown. Funeral services will be held at the late home Tuesday at 1.30 p.m. with interment in Topton cemetery. Rev. F. B. Silfer and Rev. Wm. H. Kline will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, March 15, 1941, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, Richard J.

Services were held in the Ludwick Funeral Home, Topton, for Richard J. Fenstermacher, of Noble Street, Kutztown, who died of natural causes May 4 in Lehigh Valley Hospital, where he had been a patient since April 19. Burial was in Union Cemetery, Bowers. He was the husband of Lori E. (Bitting) Fenstermacher. Born in Kutztown, he was a son of Arline H. (Rhode) Fenstermacher, Kutztown, and the late James M. Fenstermacher. Until retiring in the 1970s, he was an elementary teacher in the Reading School District. He received a bachelor's degree in elementary education from Kutztown State Teacher's College and a master's degree from Lehigh University. Fenstermacher was an Army reserves veteran. Also surviving are two daughters, Cynthia (Fenstermacher) Burkert, Kempton, and Lisa A. Fenstermacher, Kutztown. There are also two grandchildren. Other survivors include a brother, Frederick M. Fenstermacher, Mertztown; and two sisters, Virginia C. (Fenstermacher) Bryce, Venice, Fla., and Roberta A. (Fenstermacher) Jacomen, Macungie, Lehigh County.

Fenstermacher, Rosa (nee Adams)

A stroke suffered two weeks ago, yesterday afternoon resulted in the death of Mrs. Rosa, widow of James Fenstermacher, at her home, 65 S. 2nd St., Emaus. Born 60 years ago near Longswamp, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Erwin Adams, Mrs. Fenstermacher had spent most of her life in Emaus. She was preceded in death by her husband and a daughter. She was a member of St. John's Reformed church, Emaus. The survivors include: her father, Erwin Adams; a sister, Rachel Adams, Macungie; a brother, Elmer Adams, Emaus; and one grandson. Funeral services will be held from her late home on Wednesday at 2 p.m., with Rev. D. E. Schaeffer, pastor of St. John's Reformed church, in charge. Interment will be made in the Northwood cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, June 20, 1937, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, Sallie Ann (nee DeLong)

Mrs. Sallie Ann Fenstermacher, 71, Bowers, wife of Rev. Ira c. Fenstermacher and sister of Dr. Paul J. DeLong, Allentown, died at 1:40 a.m. Saturday in Allentown hospital where she had been a patient since Oct. 11. Born in Maxatawny township, Berks county, she was a daughter of the late James and Ida (Hottenstein) DeLong. She was graduated from Keystone State Normal school, Kutztown, in 1896, and for many years taught in township schools in Berks county. She also taught at West Leesport and Lebanon. She was a member of Christ's (DeLong's) Evangelical and Reformed church, Bowers, and the Home department of the Sunday school. Her husband is a retired E and R minister. Besides her husband, she is survived by two sons, Ira D., Bowers, and James M., Topton; four grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Deborah Mitchell, Havertown; and Mrs. Beulah Fidler, Womelsdorf; and three brothers, Dr. Francis E. DeLong, Kutztown; Dr. Paul, of this city; and Raymond P. DeLong, Bowers.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, October 23, 1949, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, Sallie M. (nee Dankel)

Mrs. Sallie M. Dankel Fenstermacher, 65, wife of Leon J. Fenstermacher, died unexpectedly Monday night at her home, 109 W. Franklin St., Topton. Born in Longswamp Township, Mrs. Fenstermacher was a daughter of the late Alvin and Elizabeth Bieber Dankel, and worshiped with the Evangelical and Reformed congregation at Longswamp Church. Surviving with her husband are three children, Mrs. Edna Ryan of Phillipsburg, N.J.; Miss Jean D. Fenstermacher, at home, and Pfc. Glenn D. Fenstermacher, stationed in Germany with the Army. Three grandchildren also survive. A son preceded Mrs. Fenstermacher in death.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, December 29, 1953, page 23. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, Sarah May

Sarah May, infant daughter of Jonathan Fenstermacher and wife, Lillie E. (nee Lintz), who died in Longswamp of strychnine poisoning, was aged 1 year, 4 months and 12 days. The child's mother was ill early in spring and she used medicine in tablet form containing a large percentage of strychnine as a tonic. The medicine was kept hidden in a drawer, where it was thought out of reach of the children. In some inexplicable manner, the box got into the hands of the little one and the fatal contents were eaten as candy. In an hour she was a corpse.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, June 18, 1907, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, Warren Jr.

Warren Jr., infant son of Warren H. Fenstermacher and Elva Marie Heydt, died Thursday evening at the home of the grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Heydt, Franklin street, Topton, aged 8 hours. Private funeral on Friday afternoon, with interment in the Topton cemetery. Undertaker Irwin D. DeLong, of Topton, has charge.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, June 29, 1929, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, Warren H.

Warren H. Fenstermacher, 46, of 3100 Montrose St., Laureldale, Berks County, died at his home Saturday morning. Born in Topton, he was a son of Harvey and Elda (Mest) Fenstermacher. He had been employed as a custodian by the Berks County Trust Co. He was a member of the Longswamp United Church of Christ, Laureldale Central Fire Co., Lyons fire Co., and the Laureldale Athletic Assn. Surviving in addition to his parents are three sons, Noel and Ronald, both of Reading, and Marland, at home, and a sister, Anita, wife of Ralph Titlow, Allentown. Services will be at 1:30 pm. Tomorrow in the Mertz Funeral Home, 3300 Kutztown Rd., Laureldale.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, September 16, 1957, page 21. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, Wilbert C.

Wilbert C. Fenstermacher died yesterday at his home, 23 S. Maple St., Kutztown. He was 76. Born in Weisenberg township, he was a son of the late Elias and Elizabeth (George) Fenstermacher. He is survived by his wife, the former Elnora (Gehart) Fenstermacher, and a brother, Robert, of Allentown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, September 9, 1948, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, William C.

Services were held in St. John's United Church of Christ, for the Rev. Dr. William C. Fenstermacher, who died of natural causes Dec. 9 in his Bridle Path Drive, Macungie residence. Burial was in Hope Cemetery, Kutztown. He was the husband of Margaret E. (Stein) Fenstermacher. Born in Kutztown, he was a son of the late J. Max and Ella V. (Fink) Fenstermacher. He was a graduate of Kutztown High School and a 1963 graduate of Franklin & Marshall College, Lancaster, where he received a bachelor's degree in sociology. He then graduated from the Lancaster Theological Seminary in 1966. Fenstermacher received his master's degree in theology in 1969 from Eastern Baptist Theological Seminary, and his doctor of ministry degree in 1989 from the Lancaster Theological Seminary. He served as pastor of St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Bethlehem, beginning in 1966, and in 1978 he became pastor of St. Stephen's UCC, New Holland, Lancaster County. From 1983 to 1993, he served as senior pastor of Salem UCC, Allentown. Since 1993, he has served as senior pastor at St. John's UCC, Emmaus, Lehigh County. He was a member of the staff and personnel committee and was a former evangelism division member of the Penn Northeast Conference of the UCC. Fenstermacher served on the board of trustees, the corporate board and as board president of the Phoebe Home, Allentown. Also surviving are a son, Kurt D. Fenstermacher, Allentown; a daughter, Lisa F. (Fenstermacher) Bobyak, Plymouth, Minn.; and granddaughters. Other survivors include a brother, Emory B. Fenstermacher, and a sister, Gloria A. (Fenstermacher) Webb, both of Kutztown.

Fenstermacher, William E.

William E. Fenstermacher, 71, of Free Hall, near Topton, died unexpectedly yesterday in the Allentown Hospital. He was born in Rockland Township, a son of the late Eugene and Emma (Ziegler) Fenstermacher. He was a school teacher for about 23 years after graduating from Keystone Normal School, now Kutztown State Teachers College. After that he operated the Fenstermacher real estate firm in Topton. He was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Lyons Station; Huguenot Lodge 377 F. and A.M., Kutztown; a charter member of Pioneer Grange, Topton; the TPA of Allentown, and the Topton-Longswamp Chamber of Commerce. Survivors are his wife, Ida H. (Dry) Fenstermacher; five daughters, Mrs. Nevin H. Wagaman, Mrs. Walter T. Werst, Mrs. W. Paul Guinther, Mrs. Edgar Romig and Mrs. Floyd E. Christman, all of Topton; a son, Karl, Free Hall; two sisters, Mrs. Elizabeth Mertz, Mertztown R. 1, and Mrs. Clair Weaver, Sinking Spring R. 1; a brother, Ira Bowers; 14 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday from the DeLong and Trexler Funeral Home, Topton.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, February 5, 1956, page 46. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermacher, William F.

William F. Fenstermacher, an aged resident of Topton, died at Shillington on Monday of ills incident to old age. Mr. Fenstermacher was a native of Longswamp township, Berks county, and was aged 88 years. There survive nine children: Mrs. Wm. F. Eberly, Hamburg; Mrs. R. C. Ziegler and C. F. Fenstermacher, Kutztown; Mrs. David Ziegler, Fogelsville; Reuben A., Topton; Benjamin F. and Menno W., Allentown; Mrs. W. W. Schappell, Indianapolis; and Mrs. H. J. Siegfried, of Plainfield, N.J. Fifteen grandchildren and two sisters, Mrs. Tilghman delong and Mrs. Jonas Trexler, of Topton, also survive. The funeral will be held on Thursday at 1.30 o'clock from Rabenold's Funeral Home, 116 South Eight street. Burial will be made in Longswamp cemetery. Rev. Meckstroth will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, October 9, 1923, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermaker, Charles W.

Charles W. Fenstermaker, a veteran of the late war, died last evening at his home at Farmington after an illness dating from last Saturday. On that day, he fell down the cellar steps of his home but managed to get back to the kitchen where the neighbors found him lying on the floor. Dr. Wm. F. Long, of Longswamp, was sent for and he was cared for by the neighbors. He resided alone. He was married to Catharine Hess, daughter of Geo. Hess and wife Maria (nee Hertlein). They had one daughter, Tivilia. Both the wife died in 1898 and the daughter died before the mother. One sister, Mrs. Philip Wertman, of Lehighton, survives. There is also a step-sister and a step-brother. The deceased was a faithful member of Ziegel's Reformed church. His pastor, Rev. W. L. Meckstroh visited him just a short time before he died last evening. He was a veteran of the late war. The date of the funeral will be announced later.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, March 9, 1911, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermaker, Eva May

The remains of Eva May Fenstermaker, of Henningsville, Berks Co., were laid at rest in the Longswamp cemetery on Friday morning, April 30, by pastor Wm. F. Bond, officiating. She was a daughter of Jonathan Fenstermaker and wife, Lillian H., nee Lentz, and was born in Longswamp Tsp., Jan. 6, 1904. She was confirmed in the Longswamp church with a class of 34, Oct. 4, 1919, by W. F. Bond and is the second of the class to pass away. She died April 26 at 1.30 p.m., aged 17 years, 3 months and 19 days. There remain to mourn her departure her parents, one sister, Mabel, wife of Irwin Reppert, of Mertztown, and two brothers, Harry and John, both at home.

[Source: Shamrock News, Allentown Morning Call, Friday, May 14, 1920, page 13. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermaker, Florence T. (nee Luckenbill)

Mrs. Florence T. Fenstermaker, 74, of 225 Highland Ave., Kutztown, died Friday in her home. She was the widow of George Fenstermaker. Born in Maxatawny Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Oscar and Katie (Dietrich) Luckenbill. She was a member of the United Church of Christ congregation of Zion Maxatawny Union Church, Maxatawny. Surviving are two sons, George, at home, and Emmett, of Kutztown; a sister, Mrs. Mabel Kirkhoff, of Reading; a brother Daniel, of Bowers; two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the Fritz Funeral Home, Kutztown. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. Monday.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, October 15, 1972, page C-20. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermaker, George

George Fenstermaker of 225 Highland Ave., Kutztown, died yesterday in his home. He was 71. He was employed for 25 years by the Caloric Appliance Corp. of Topton. Fenstermaker retired in 1958. Born in Lynn Township, he was a son of the late Peter and Mary (Leiby) Fenstermaker. He was a member of the UCC congregation of Zion Maxatawny Church. Surviving besides his widow, the former Florence T. Luckenbill, are two sons, George L., at home, and Emmett C., of Lenhartsville R. 1; a brother, Robert of New Tripoli R. 1; two sisters, Edna, wife of George Klingaman of Vera Cruz, and Eva, wife of Oscar Frey of Kutztown, and two grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Fritz & Kendall Funeral Home, Kutztown. Viewing will be 7-9 p.m. tomorrow.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, October 22, 1962, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermaker, Harlan W.

Harlan W. Fenstermaker, 60, a clerk for the Fenstermaker store, Emmaus, died yesterday in Allentown Hospital. Fenstermaker resided at 1276 Pennsylvania Ave,. Emmaus. A native of Longswamp, he was a son of the late Alvin and Lizzie (Baus) Fenstermaker. He was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran congregation of Longswamp Union Church. Surviving are his widow, the former Elizabeth Hilbert; a daughter, Eleanor, wife of Gene Renninger of Palm; three sons, Donald of Southburry, Conn.; Floyd of Schnecksville and Carroll O., of Zionsville; five sisters, Mrs. Lizzie Dries and Mrs. Meda Fritch, both of Emmaus; Mrs. Carrie Fegely of Topton; Mrs. Gertrude Reinert of Allentown and Mrs. Florence Bortz of Alburtis, and two brothers, Walter and Clement, both of Emmaus. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday in the Reinsmith Funeral Home, 225 Elm St., Emmaus. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, March 5, 1964, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermaker, Jonas

Jonas Fenstermaker, an aged resident of West Catasauqua, died yesterday morning after three years' sickness with dropsy. He had been confined to bed fro two weeks, during which time he suffered intensely. Deceased was 80 years of age. Up to the time of his illness, he followed his trade of mason. He was born in Topton, Berks county. He resided at Kernsville for a long time and removed to West Catasauqua fourteen years ago. He was married twice. His first wife died about fifty years ago. Mrs. Susannah Derr, residing at Kernsville, is the only child surviving from his first wife. Two years later he married his second wife, who survives at the advanced age of 72 years. The following children survive from the second union: Henry, John, Peter, Benjamin, of Catasauqua, and Thomas, of this city, and Mrs. Caroline Seyfried, of East Catasauqua. Twelve grandchildren also survive.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 31, 1897, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermaker, Leon

Leon Fenstermaker, an early companion and life long friend of the deceased [Levi Schwartz], living on his farm near that of Mr. Schwartz, also died last week and was buried on Tuesday. He, too, was aged 75 years but had been sick for some time from general debility. Just before his sickness Mr. Schwartz had visited his friend Leon and the almost similar death of the two cronies was remarkable and pathetic. The funeral was also held at the Longswamp church. Here the two friends of life rest in their last sleep until they will be reunited with their relatives and friends gone before and those which will soon follow.

Fenstermaker, Mary (nee Ashton)

Mrs. Mary Fenstermaker, widow of Charles Fenstermaker, and for many years a resident of near Rittenhouse Gap, Macungie R. 1, died Friday at 8:30 p.m. at her home. She was in feeble health for the past few years and was bedfast for six months. She was in her 90th year. Mrs. Fenstermaker was born in Rockland township, Berks county, the daughter of Mabry and Lucy, nee Heller, Ashton, and lived in the vicinity all of her life. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Huffs church. She is survived by several nieces and nephews. Her husband died 21 years ago and her sister, Mrs. Caroline Buck, died a month ago. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. from her late home near Rittenhouse Gap. Further service will be held in Huffs church with interment in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. W. F. Bond will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, January 17, 1938, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermaker, Oliver I.

Oliver I. Fenstermaker died at the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Horace Schmehl, Kutztown, aged 86 years. He was a resident of Longswamp township for many years, and was a member of the Reformed wing of Longswamp church. He was a son of the late Jacob and Hannah (Bortz) Fenstermaker. His wife, Elmira (Bower), died 52 years ago.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, April 5, 1938, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermaker, Raymond F.

Raymond F. Fenstermaker, 42, of 660 W. Emaus Ave., Allentown, an employe of Bethlehem Steel Co. for the last 12 years, died at 5 p.m. yesterday in Sacred Heart Hospital where he was admitted on Labor Day. He was born in Rittenhouse Gap, Berks County, a son of Mary (Brensinger) and the late Edwin J. Fenstermaker. He has resided in Allentown 15 years. He was a member of St. Paul's Roman Catholic Church and St. Francis Society, Allentown. Besides his mother he is survived by his wife, Clara (Schwoyer) Fenstermaker; six sons, Robert, with the U.S. Air Force in France, and Richard, Roy, Ray, Ronald, and Rene, all at home; three brothers, Charles, Mertztown R. 1, and Paul and William, both of Macungie R. 1, and a sister Catherine, wife of Allen Beil, Allentown. Funeral arrangements are being completed by Weber Funeral Home, 502 Ridge Ave., Allentown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, September 19, 1955, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermaker, Richard

Richard Fenstermaker, of Longswamp, Berks county, was instantly killed and two male companions were painfully injured when a small roadster in which they were returning home from work on Monday afternoon failed to make a turn in the road and struck a telegraph pole about a mile outside of Longswamp. The car was wrecked. Fenstermaker's two passengers, who narrowly escaped death, were Lloyd Scheirer and David Meck, both about 27, and both residents of Longswamp. They were treated shortly after the accident for bruises and lacerations. Fenstermaker received the brunt of the shock as driver of the car. Deputy Coroner Roy Mabry, of Longswamp township, Berks county, viewed the remains and turned the body over to Undertaker Schofer, who removed it to his retaining rooms. Mr. Fenstermaker was aged 27 years, 10 months and 6 days. He was a son of Jacob and Sarah (Smith) Fenstermaker, who survive in addition to the following brothers and sisters: Elizabeth, Herman and Howard, all at home; Mrs. Oscar Krock, of Longswamp; Earl of Reading; Viola Fenstermaker, of Philadelphia, Mrs. Robert Schaffer and Chester Fenstermaker, both of this city. Deceased was a member of the Longswamp Lutheran church. No funeral arrangements have yet been made.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, November 18, 1924, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermaker, Richard E.

Services were held in the Ludwick Funeral Home, Topton, for Richard E. Fenstermaker, North Main Street, Topton, who died Feb. 22 in Lehigh Valley Hospital, where he had been a patient since Feb. 14. Burial was in Huff's Church Cemetery, Hereford Township. Born in Allentown, he was a son of the late Earl H. and Mary A. (Hess) Fenstermaker. Until retiring as first lieutenant in 1966, he was a career military man, serving in the Marine Corps from 1945 until 1948, and the Army from 1948 until retirement. He was a World War II and Korean War veteran. Surviving is a son, Shane E. Fenstermaker, Longswamp Township, and three granddaughters. He was predeceased by a son, Scott E. Fenstermaker, who died Jan. 11, 1978, and a daughter, Kim N. (Fenstermaker) Mehlman, who died June 20, 1985.

Fenstermaker, Sarah A. (nee Smith)

Mrs. Sarah A. Fenstermaker, 86, of Longswamp, Alburtis R. 1, died at her home yesterday afternoon at 3:55 p.m. Born in Washington Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Martin and Catherine (Reitenauer) Smith. She was a resident of Longswamp for the last 60 years. She was a member of Longswamp Evangelical Lutheran Church. Surviving are three sons, Earl and Chester, at home, and Herman, Macungie R. 1; four daughters, Mrs. Mettie Krock, Breinigsville R. 1; Mrs. Grace Schaffer, Allentown; Miss Viola Fenstermaker, Allentown; and Elizabeth, wife of Melvin Barr, at home, and two sisters, Mrs. David Steele, Alburtis R. 1; and Miss Andora Smith, Birdsboro. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jacob R. Fenstermaker; two sons, Richard and Howard, and a daughter, Bertha.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, July 25, 1956, page 33. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermaker, William Andrew

Apparently in good health recently, William Andrew Fenstermaker, a guest at the Berks county home at Shillington, suffered a heart attack Friday and died before medical attention could be given him. He was aged 57 years, 11 months and 11 days. Mr. Fenstermaker was a son of the late William and Caroline, nee Reinert, Fenstermaker, and was born in Longswamp township. He was employed as a laborer, working mostly at seasonal occupations. He was a faithful member of the Lutheran wing of Huff's church during his entire lifetime. Surviving him are two sisters, Mrs. William Meck, Alburtis R.D., and Mrs. Penrose Conrad, of Alburtis. Funeral services will be held from the home of his brother-in-law and sister, Mrs. and Mrs. Meck, Alburtis R.D., on Wednesday afternoon at 1.30. Rev. William F. Bond, of Shamrock, will officiate and interment will be made in Huff's church cemetery.

[Source: The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Sunday, November 27, 1932, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermaker, Mr. and Mrs. William

Mr. and Mrs. William Fenstermaker, of Maple Grove, while living with their son, Edwin, formerly of Rittenhouse Gap, died of cerebral apoplexy and cerebral hemorrhage but 22 hours apart. Mrs. Fenstermaker died on November 8 at 4 a.m, aged 72 years; her husband died on November 9, at 1.30 a.m., in his 74th year. Mr. Fenstermaker was a son of Jacob Fenstermaker and wife Maria (nee Meyer). He was born December 11, 1848 in Longswamp. He was baptized May 5, 1849, by Rev. Isaac Roeller. The sponsors were Frederick Loreman and wife Elizabeth. Both were confirmed in Huff's Church in early life by Rev. I. Roeller. They were married November 24, 1871, by Rev. Herman, in Reading. The following children remain: Martha, wife of Penrose Conrad, Alburtis; William and Edwin, Maple Grove; and Cora, wife of William Meck, of Longswamp; two brothers, Alvin F., of Longswamp, and Jacob, of Guth Station. Mrs. Fenstermaker was a daughter of Jacob Reinert and wife Sarah (nee Kline). She was born March 17, 1851 in Longswamp, baptized May 18, 1851, by Rev. I. Roeller. The sponsor was Elizabeth Reinert. She was the last of her family to depart from this life. The services were held at the residence of the son, Edwin, Rev. W. F. Bond officiating. Interment was made at Huff's Church cemetery.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Friday, November 17, 1922, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fenstermaker, William E.

William E. Fenstermaker, 76, retired storekeeper, died Monday afternoon in his home, 531 Broad St., Emmaus. He operated a grocery store next door to his home for 18 years before he retired seven years ago. He was a charter member of Emaus Fire Co. No. 1 and a member of Emaus Owls Nest No. 1362. Born in Longswamp Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Henry and Eliza Poh Fenstermaker. Surviving with his wife, the former Miss Hattie Cook, are a daughter Marguerite, wife of Charles Lester of Emmaus, and a granddaughter, Miss Patricia Lester of Emmaus.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, October 6, 1953, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Ferdock, Rita M.

Rita M. Ferdock, 72, of Quakertown, died Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2002 at St. Luke 's Quakertown Hospital. A funeral mass was held Nov. 12. She was the wife of the late Michael S. Ferdock. Born in Mt. Carmel, she was the daughter of the late Stanley and Pearl Yorkiewicz. She was last employed as a teacher's aide for St. Isidore's Catholic School, Quakertown. She was a member of St. Isidore's Catholic Church, Quakertown where she served as past president of the Widows Bereavement Group. She is survived by: three sons, Michael R. of Hatfield, Christopher J. of Perkiomenville and Mark T. at home; one daughter, Jessica Kilhefner of Quakertown; eight grandchildren; she was predeceased by a son, Daniel S. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Isidore's Catholic School, 531 W. Broad St., Quakertown, PA 18951. Arrangements: C. R. Strunk Funeral Home Inc., Quakertown.

Ferguson, Adelaide A.

Memorial services were held in Ludwick Funeral Homes Inc., Kutztown, for Adelaide A. Ferguson of the Saucony Cross Apartments, College Boulevard, Kutztown, and formerly of Maple Street, Kutztown, who died March 6 in her residence. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery, Kutztown. She was predeceased by her husband, Floyd J. Ferguson, who died Dec. 15, 1975. Born in Maxatawny Township, she was a daughter of the late Harling J. and Lillian R. (Long) Huseman. Before retiring in 1988, she was employed for 23 years as a laborer in the paint shop at Caloric Corp., Topton. Surviving is a son, Dennis M., Lenhartsville. There are two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Also surviving are two brothers, Jr. H. Huseman, Reading, and Dalton T. Huseman, Stroudsburg, Monroe County, and three sisters: Orphia O. (Huseman) Gardian, Pennsburg, Montgomery County; Doris L. (Huseman) Stoudt, Reading; and Eleanor M. (Huseman) Guldin, East Greenville, Montgomery County.

Ferguson, Floyd J.

Floyd J. Ferguson, 69, of 209 Highland St., Kutztown, died Sunday at home. He was the husband of Adelaide A. (Huseman) Ferguson. He was a welder for the Caloric Appliance Corp., retiring in 1971. Born in Atglen, Chester County, he was a son of the late John M. and Ida (Harkins) Ferguson. He was a charter member of the Kutztown Social Club. He was a member of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Kutztown. Surviving besides his widow are two daughters, Betty, wife of Grant Loy, of Clearwater, Fla.; and Mrs. Darlene Geisinger, of Lenhartsville; a son, Dennis M., of Kutztown; four sisters, Ola, wife of Morris Dreibelbis, and Mrs. Leona Adam, both of Kutztown; Almena, wife of Al Volpi, of Hollywood, Fla.; and Katherine, wife of Herbert Haas, of Emmaus; a brother Roy, of Lyon Station, Berks County; seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday in the William S. Fritz Funeral Home, Kutztown. Calling hours will be noon - 1:30 p.m. Thursday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, December 15, 1975, page 28. Submitted by Jerri.]

Ferner, Frederick

Ferry, Emma M. (nee Sankey)

Mrs. Emma M. Ferry, 69, wife of John J. Ferry, died unexpectedly yesterday morning at her home in Longswamp Township, Alburtis R. 1. Born in Duncannon, Pa., she was a daughter of the late Samuel and Minerva Schaeffer Sankey, and was a member of St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church, Kutztown. Surviving besides her husband are four sons, Joseph M., Alburtis R. 1, Richard J., North Wales, Charles S., East macungie and William A., at home; four daughters, Rita F., wife of William Truitt, Georgetown, De., Emma M., wife of John William, Broomall, Pa., Mary M. and Mrs. Gertrude A. Hottenstein, both at home; 11 grandchildren, and a sister, Mrs. Catherine Kelly of Philadelphia.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, January 13, 1954, page 23. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fessler, Elizabeth (nee Haenchen)

Elizabeth M. (Haenchen), 85, widow of George B. Fessler; died yesterday in her home, 407 South 14th St. She was the daughter of the late Philip A. and Margaret E. (Eisenbise) Haenchen, and was born in Reading. She was a member of Grace Lutheran Church and Trinity Lutheran Sisterhood. Surviving are a sister, Miss Annie C. Haenchen, and a brother, Robert B. Haenchen, both of Reading, and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Monday at 2 p.m. in the Cramp Funeral Home, the Rev. Dr. A.C. Schenck officiating. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery.

Fessler, Elizabeth M. (nee Haenchen)

Fessler--On the 3d inst., Elizabeth M. (nee Haenchen), widow of George B. Fessler, aged 85 years. Services from the Cramp Funeral Home, 934 Centre Ave., Monday at 2 p.m. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery. Friends may call Sunday evening 7 to 9.

Feszler, Michael

Feszler - Near Straustown, January 30th, Michael Feszler, son of Michael and Elizabeth Feszler, aged 62 years, 10 mos. and 9 days.

Fetherolf, Abigail

Died. On the 25th ult., at Kempton, Abigail, widow of Peter Fetherolf, dec'd., aged 81 years, 10 months and 11 days.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, March 13, 1895, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fetherolf, Esther H. (nee Kistler)

Mrs. Esther H. Fetherolf, 74, of New Tripoli R. 1, died Tuesday in Allentown Hospital. She was the wife of W. Daniel Fetherolf. Born in Albany Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Sallie (Yoder) Kistler. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Jerusalem Red Union Church, Kempton R. 1. Surviving besides her husband are two daughters, Pauline, wife of Miles Henninger, of Kempton R. 2, and Anna, wife of Earl Kerschner, of Coplay R. 1; three sons, Forrest, at home; Daniel of West Hamburg, and Charles of Hamburg R. 1; a sister Pauline, wife of Robert Smith, of New Tripoli R. 1; a brother Paul of Schnecksville; 14 grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday in the church. Calling hours will be 7:30-9 p.m. Friday in the John F. Keller Funeral Home, New Tripoli, and 10 a.m. until time of services Saturday in the church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, December 27, 1973, page 26. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fetherolf, Ida J.

Died. On the 24th ult., in Albany tsp., Berks Co., Ida J., daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James K. Fetherolf, aged 17 years, 7 months, and 14 days.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, October 11, 1893, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fetter, Edith J. (nee Lando)

Edith Joan Fetter, 66, was pronounced dead of natural causes June 4 in her Laureldale residence. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late William F. and Edna I. (Lando) Fetter. Fetter had been employed for several years as a loan department secretary by a business now known as Citigroup, Muhlenberg Township, retiring in 1980. She was a member of Olivet Reformed Church, Reading. Fetter was a graduate of Reading High School. She is survived by two brothers, William C., Laureldale, and LeRoy F., West Reading; and three sisters: Ruth I. (Fetter) Rothermel, Fleetwood; Betty J. (Fetter) Dietrich, Ruscombmanor Township; and Shirley A. Fetter, Laureldale. Services will be Wednesday at 10 a.m. in Walter R. Christ Funeral Home Inc., Laureldale. Burial will be in Good Shepherd Cemetery, Tuckerton.

Fetterman, Allen J. "Jack" Jr.

Allen J. "Jack" Fetterman Jr., 62, of Quakertown R. 5, died Thursday in his home. He was the husband of Janet M. (Leh) Fetterman. He was a rural mail carrier for the East Greenville Post Office for 33 years before retiring in 1972. Fetterman was regional director of the American Contract Bridge League. Born in East Greenville, he was a son of the late allen J. Fetterman Sr. and Carrie (Lehman) Fetterman. He was a member of the New Goshenhoppen United Church of Christ, East Greenville. He was a Navy veteran of World War II. Surviving with his widow are a son, Barry J., of Bethlehem, and five grandchildren. Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday in the Mann Funeral Home, 222 Washington St., East Greenville. Calling hours will be 7-9 p.m. Sunday.

[Funeral Notice (p. D-5): Age at death = 62 years, 10 months, 5 days. Buried, Zion Lutheran Cemetery, Zionsville.]

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, July 25, 1980, page D-4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fetterman, Charles E.

Charles E. Fetterman, 75, for many years an outstanding farmer in Hereford Township in the Upper Perkiomen Valley, died yesterday in the Muhlenberg Medical Center. His home address was 3020 Grandview Blvd., West Lawn. Fetterman was named a Pennsylvania Master Farmer in 1941. This award goes to 10 farmers a year throughout the state. Over the years, only about 10 Berks County men have received the Master Farmer award. After a tour of the Fetterman farm, Morning Call Farm Editor A. L. Hacker wrote a column in 1953 that ended with these words: �How reassuring it is to spend a few hours with friendly farm people who believe in what they are doing and are making a good job of it.� Fetterman was treasurer of Hereford Township School Board for more than 20 years, a member of the Berks County Board of Assessment, onetime president of the East Greenville Local of the Lehigh Valley Cooperative Farmers and a member of the Berks County Poultry Association. He had both dairy animals and poultry. A native of Vera Cruz, he was a son of the late Leon and Theresa (Klotz) Fetterman. His first wife, Mary E. (Welker) Fetterman, died in 1949. In his early years, he worked in a ribbon mill in Pennsburg. He farmer for three years in Lyon Valley. But the rest of his farming career was along Barto R. 1 in Hereford Township. He started with seven cows, three borrowed hens and 45 eggs. The 45 eggs produced 42 chicks. When the chicks were well on their way, Fetterman returned the three hens to their owner. From that beginning, his farm became one of the showplaces of Berks County. Fetterman was also a member of Zion Lutheran Church, Old Zionsville, and served as both elder and deacon. Surviving are his second wife, Mrs. Ella (Kreitz) Fetterman; a son, Webster L., Barto R. 1; a step-son, John Hettinger, Sinking Spring; a step-daughter, Helen, wife of William H. Zimmerly, Wyomissing; a sister, Mrs. Lulu Stauffer, Palm; nine grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Zion Lutheran Church, Old Zionsville. Viewing will be after 7 p.m. Tuesday at Mann Funeral Home, 221 Main St., East Greenville.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, March 18, 1962, page D-7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fetterman, Eliza

Eliza Fetterman, aged 72 years, 6 months and 28 days, died at her home at Old Zionsville, on Thursday afternoon after a three weeks' illness. She was born near Siesholtzville, Berks county, on February 16, 1850, but soon moved to the farm near Vera Cruz, where her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Levi Fetterman, resided a long time. For the past fifteen years, she had lived alone at Old Zionsville. Four brothers, Jacob, Oscar, Levi and Jonas, preceded her in death. The following brothers and sisters survive: Samuel, of Emaus; William, of Plover; Leon, of East Greenville; Adline, of Emaus, and Mrs. John Stahler, of Allentown. Miss Fetterman was never married and was a life-long member of the Lutheran Sunday school congregation and missionary society. The Sunday school will attend the funeral services in a body on Tuesday afternoon in the Old Zionsville Lutheran church, where Rev. D. C. Kaufman will officiate. Services at the home at 2 p.m., standard time. These nephews will be the bearers: Howard H. Fetterman, Harrisburg; Allen J. Fetterman, Allentown; Charles E. Fetterman, Breinigsville; Elmer Fetterman, Palm; Edwin Fetterman, zionsville; Levi Fetterman, Catasauqua; Harvey Stahler, William Stahler, Allentown. These nieces survive: Mrs. Fred Conrad, Palm; Mrs. Frank Stauffer, Palm; Mrs. Harry Roberts, Hereford; Miss Edna Fetterman, Emaus.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, September 16, 1922, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fetterman, Mrs. S.K. (nee Yeakel)

Mrs. S.K. Fetterman, nee Yeakel, died at the family residence at Vera Cruz on Tuesday evening at 11 o'clock. Deceased was a native of Hereford Township, Berks County, and was born on March 2, 1872. She was united in marriage to S.K. Fetterman on December 12, 1891. Two children were born to them, Allen and Edna, both residing at home, and besides whom there survive the husband, her aged mother, three brothers and three sisters: Joel Yeakel, Limeport; John Yeakel, Coopersburg; William Yeakel, Hosensack; Mrs. Frank Daub, Sellersville; Mrs. Emelia Diehl, Emaus, and Mrs. Eugene Smith, Chestnut Hill. The funeral will be held on Saturday morning with services at Old Zionsville Lutheran Church and interment in the Lutheran cemetery at that place.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, April 27, 1911, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fetterman, Terry N.

Terry N. Fetterman, 41, of Boyertown R. 3, an attorney and former Berks County assistant district attorney, was dead on arrival Saturday at St. Joseph's Hospital, Reading, after being stricken in his home. He was the husband of R. Eleanor (Body) Fetterman. He had been associated with the Reading firm of Rhoda, Stoudt and Bradley, and maintained private offices there and in Boyertown. Born in East Greenville, he was a son of Allen J. and Janet (Leh) Fetterman of Quakertown R. 2. Fetterman was a graduate of Bucknell University and Dickinson School of Law. He served as solicitor for Colebrookdale Township, Berks County, and the Berks County Redevelopment Authority. He was a member of Good Shepherd United Church of Christ, Boyertown. Surviving besides his widow and parents are a daughter, R. Deborah, and three sons, Terry A., Theodore M., and Andrew R., all at home; and a brother, Barry L., of Hellertown. Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the church. There will be calling hours. The L. W. Ott Funeral Home, 111 N. Reading Ave., Boyertown, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, October 10, 1977, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fetzer, Eliza Louise (nee Carl)

Eliza Louise Fetzer, widow of Frank D. Fetzer, died at 2 o'clock yesterday morning at the home of her son, Ezra E. Fetzer, 44 N. 11th St., after being ill for the past year. She was confined to her room for several months. She was 88 years old. Born in Longswamp township, Berks county, she was a daughter of the late Samuel and Judith, nee Eck, Carl. Mrs. Fetzer was a member of Emmanuel Evangelical and Reformed church and of the Ladies Aid society of the congregation. Until her illness she was active in the affairs of the congregation. Surviving are these sons and daughters: Myron J. Fetzer, Raymond G. Fetzer, Ezra E. Fetzer, Roy N. Fetzer, Mrs. Charles Eisenhard and Mrs. Myron Weaver, all of Allentown; Mrs. Rosa Kurtz of Harrisburg; and Mrs. Anna Myers of Bethlehem. Twenty-six grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren also survive. She was the last of her family. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. at the Bachman funeral home, 1030 Walnut St. with the Rev. Willis D. Mathias officiating. Interment will be in Greenwood cemetery. Friends may call Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, December 30, 1940, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fetzer, Frank S.

After an illness of only three days with neuralgia of the heart, Frank S. Fetzer, a well known resident of the Twelfth Ward, passed away on Saturday at I o'clock in his thirty-fourth year. Deceased was born at Longswamp township, Berks county, on May 3, 1875, and was a son of Eliza and the late Frank Fetzer. He was formerly a Constable in the Eighth War. Five years ago he became Superintendent of the stone quarries owned and operated by G. H. Hardner, the contractor, and filled this position up to the time that his illness assumed a serious aspect. In politics he was a staunch Democrat, and always worked for the best interests of the party. He was a member of the Section Board of the Twelfth Ward, the Board of Control, Pioneer Fire Co., No. 9, and the South Allentown Relief Association. He was well and favorably known in this city, and his unexpected death is deeply mourned by a large circle of friends. He is survived by his wife, mother and these brothers and sisters: Myron, Oakland, Cal.; LeRoy, Ezra and Raymond, Florence Fetzer, Mrs. Edward H. Kutz, Mrs. Charles Eisenhard, Mrs. George Mertz, all of this city, and Mrs. Fred Meyers, Allentown. His father, who preceded him in death two years ago, was a Constable of the Eighth Ward.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, December 14, 1908, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fey, David

Fichter, Anna M.

With the passing away on Saturday morning of Mrs. Anna M., widow of John Fichter and mother of Alderman George D. Fichter, at her home, 415 North Fourth street, there went an aged and respected woman of many splendid qualities. Mrs. Fichter died at 9 a.m. from complications. She had been ailing for the past year and was bedfast eleven days, and was in her 83rd year.

Mrs. Fichter was born near Landis Store, Berks county, a daughter of the late Peter Schott and Anna Rohrbach Schott, and was one of a large family of children. She was reared and was married in the same community and there herself reared a fine family of nine children, two of whom preceded her in death.

With her husband and children she came to this city thirty years ago and during her residence here won the esteem of many friends, because of her neighborly spirit, devoted Christian attitude and devotion to her children. Mr. Fichter died five years ago. Since living in this city she has been a devout member of the Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. While in Berks county, she was a regular attendant of the Church of the Blessed Sacrament, Bally, and until the time of her death retained a membership in the Altar and Rosary Society of the church.

She is survived by the following children: Mrs. Joseph Koch, Macungie, and Mrs. Irvin B. Kehs, Mrs. Margaret Berninger, Mrs. Harry Wilke, Ambrose, Francis and George D., this city. Twenty-one grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren, also survive. She was the last of her family.

The funeral will be held Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock from her late home. Requiem high mass will be sung in the Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, at 10.15 a.m. and interment will be made in Holy Sepulchre cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, December 9, 1929, pp. 5 and 14. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fichthorn, Daniel

Fichthorn--In this city, on Saturday evening, the 13th inst., Daniel Fichthorn, aged 81 years, 9 months and 19 days. The relatives and friends of the deceased are invited to attend his funeral on Tuesday afternoon at two o'clock, from the residence of his son, Franklin B. Fichthorn, No. 601 Penn street, without further notice. Service at the house. Interment at Charles Evans Cemetery.

Fichthorn, Elmira S.

Fichthorn - In Upper Bern, on November 29th, Elmira S., only child of Charles and Susanna Fichthorn, aged 16 years, 6 months and 12 days.

Fichthorn, William G.

William G. Fichthorn, 87, of 44 S. Water St., Stouchsburg, died Wednesday at 3:38 p.m. in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient since Sunday. His wife, Dorothy (Ketner) Fichthorn, died May 11, 1959. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late William J. and Sarah (Witman) Fichthorn. Fichthorn had been employed by Farr's Nursery, Womelsdorf, and was last employed for 45 as a full-fashion knitter by Berkshire Knitting Mills, Wyomissing, retiring in 1974. An Army veteran of World War II, he was awarded the Purple Heart. A member of Christ Lutheran Church, Stouchsburg, Fichthorn was Sunday school treasurer and councilman. He was a life member of Max W. Schaeffer Veterans of Foreigh Wars Post 6558, Womelsdorf; Reading and Berks Basketball old-Timers, Womelsdorf Rod & Gun Club, Robesonia Fish & Game Association and the Marion Township Rescue of Mount Aetna, Pioneer Hose of Robesonia, and Goodwill of Myerstown Fire companies. Fichthorn was a charter member and first treasurer of the Marion Township Senior Citizens. He was a life member and treasurer of the Marion Township Rod & Gun Club. Fichthorn was manager of the Marion Township Adult Volleyball team from 1961 to 1963 and manager of the Christ Lutheran Church softball team in the 1950's. Surviving is a daughter, Anne E. Fichthorn, with whom he resided. Other survivors include three brothers: Andrew, Florissant, Mo.; Lewis, Lakeland, Fla.; and Robert, Manheim, Lancaster County. There are also three sisters: Isabelle (Fichthorn) Krewson, Manheim; Dorothy (Fichthorn) Labe, Schaefferstonw, Lebanon County; and Grace (Fichthorn) Wenrich, Robesonia. Services will be Tuesday at 2:30 p.m in Christ Lutheran Church. Burial will be in the adjoining church cemetery. Lamm & Witman Funeral Home Inc., Wernersville is in charge of arrangements.

Fick, Amos W.

Amos W Fick, 79, died Sunday at 4:32 a.m. in his residence at 2210 Herb Rd, Muhlenberg Twp. He was the husband of Ethel J (Schmeck) Fick. Born in Lower Alsace Twp., he was the son of the late Franklin and Sadie (Wentzel) Fick.

Fick was employed as a machine operator in the rolling mill of Carpenter Technology Corp., retiring in 1983. He was an Army veteran of WWII. Fick was an Army veteran of World War II. Fick was a 1939 graduate of Mount Penn High School. He is also survived by a son Dennis C, Bernville and a daughter Patricia (Fick) Turesky, East Amhurst, NY. Other survivors include a brother Daniel W, Stony Creek Mills and two sisters, Mary (Fick) Long, Stony Creek Mills and Hannah (Fick) Fisher, Alsace Twp.

Services will be Wednesday at 1 p.m. in Walter R Christ Funeral Home Inc, Laureldale. Burial will be in Spies (Zion) Cemetery, Alsace Twp.

Fick, Franklin O.

Franklin O. Fick, 49, a knitter in the Rosedale Knitting Mills for the past 31 years, died yesterday in his home, Stony Creek Mills R. D. 1, after an illness of two years. He was a son of Daniel B. and the late Mary (Ohlinger) Fick.

Fick was a member of the Goodwill Fire Company and its beneficial association, Hyde Park; the Ivy Leaf Association; Stony Creek Athletic Association and its beneficial association, and Spies' Lutheran Church. Surviving are his father, who resides in Stony Creek Mills; his widow, Sadie L. (Wentzel) Fick; five children: Amos, Franklin, Hannah and Mary, all at home, and Daniel, Glenside; eight brothers: William Pontiac, Mich.; Henry, Detroit, Mich.; Lloyd, Reading; Charles, Muhlenberg Park; Oscar, Oley; Elmer, Paul and Herbert, all of Temple, and three sisters: Anna, wife of Howard Prutzman, Stony Creek Mills; Mary, wife of William Lloyd, and Emma, wife of Robert Seidel, both of Reading.

Services Monday, at 1:30 p.m. in the Lutz Funeral Home, the Rev. Jacob W. Bittner officiating. Burial in Spies' Cemetery.

Fick, Jonas

Jonas Fick, 79, farmer, of Stonersville, died yesterday at the home of his son LeRoy F Fick, 302 Linden St, where he was visiting. He was the son of the late John and Mary (Christman) Fick and a member of the Reformed Denomination and the Washington Fire Company. Surviving are two sons LeRoy at whose home he died, and John W., of Reading three daughters, Alice S., wife of Russell Herfert, of Reading; Kathryn E., wife of Alderman Harry E Castner, of Reading; Mamie E wife of Frederick Goodhart, of Baltimore, MD.; also 11 grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 3 p.m. in Lutz Funeral Home, the Rev. Howard C Goeringer officiating. Interment will be made in Charles Evans Cemetery.

Fick, Minnie

Minnie Fick, 3 years of age, daughter of Jeremiah Fick of Lower Alsace, Berks County, near McKnight's Gap, met a horrible death. On Tuesday, Mr. Fick was engaged in butchering. During the absence of the father, the child went to the kettle where the pudding was being cooked and while she was reaching into the vessel, her dress ignited and she was almost instantly enveloped in flames. The screams of the child brought the father to her assistance, and with his knife he ripped off the burning clothing. The lower limbs, breast and face were blistered in a horrible manner. A doctor was summoned but he could do nothing for the little girl and yesterday morning death relieved her suffering.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, December 17, 1896. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fick, Sadie L. (nee Wentzel)

Mrs. Sadie L. (Wentzel) Fick, 52, widow of Frank O. Fick, of Reading R.D. 4, died yesterday in St. Joseph's Hospital after an illness of about three years' duration. A daughter of the late Amos and Hannah (Bingaman) Wentzel, Mrs. Fick resided her entire lifetime in the Lower Alsace Township in which she was born, and was a member of Spies Evangelical and Reformed Church.

Prior to retiring in November 1953, because of ill health, she had been employed successively at Haag's Mountain Manor, the Wideawake Shirt Factory and the Eagles Mountain Home Assn. Mrs. Fick whose husband died in 1946, is survived by two daughters: Hannah, wife of Claude Fisher, Reading, R D 4, and Mary W., at home, and three sons: Amos, Temple, Daniel, Stony Creek Mills, and Franklin, Oakbrook. Also, six grandchildren; two sisters: Maggie, wife of John Sauer, and Lillie, wife of George Reich, both of Reading, R.D. 4, and two brothers: Charles, Reading, R.D. 4, and Daniel, Pennside.

Services will be held Tuesday at 1 p.m. in the Lutz Funeral Home, the Rev. John B. Zinn officiating. Burial will be made in Spies Cemetery.

Fick, Sallie (nee Shepp)

Mrs. Sallie Fick, 85, of 224 N 4th St. died yesterday in Reading Hospital. Born in Berks County, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Shepp, she was the widow of Milton H. Fick, who died Sep., 1931. Mrs. Fick is survived by two daughters; Myrtle R., wife of Rodger Adams, Richland R D 1, and Arline M., of Temple; two sons; Elmer W of St. Josephine, MT. and James of Boyertown; three grand children, four great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren. Services will be held Saturday at 3 p.m. in the T C Auman, Inc., Funeral Parlors. The Rev. LeRoy C Brumbaugh will officiate. Burial will follow in Spies Zion Cemetery.

Ficker, Delores E.

Delores E. FICKER, 11, died yesterday at the home of her parents, Woldemare and Elsie (SEITZMANN) Ficker, 1004 Bellevue Ave., Laureldale. She was a member of Calvary Lutheran Sunday School and attended the sixth grade in the borough school. Surviving are the parents, paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Friedolin Ficker, Laureldale, and the maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Kurt Seltzmann. Funeral services Monday at 3 o'clock at the home of her parents, the Rev. Mark L. Trexler officiating. Burial in Laureldale Cemetery, the Mertz Funeral Home, Laureldale, in charge.

Fidler, Adam

Fidler -- Near Brownsville, January 7th, Adam Fidler, husband of Sarah Levengood, aged 33 years, 8 months and 3 days.

Fidler, Alice Ellen

Fidler, In Womelsdorf, December 27th, Alice Ellen, daughter of Levi J. and Lovina Fidler, aged 6 years, 3 months and 7 days.

Fidler, Allison

Allison Fidler, son of Gabriel & Susanna (Bohn) Fidler, was born October 24, 1851. He married first Catherine Unger, and married second Amanda Lamm August 30, 1887. He died March 26, 1923, aged 71y5m2d. He is survived by his widow, two sons, three grandchildren, an adopted daughter, two brothers and a sister. Funeral from his late home near Womelsdorf, with burial at St. Daniel's.

Fidler, Catharine

Fidler - In Womelsdorf, April 3d, Catharine Fidler, wife of Augustus Fidler, aged 69 years, 10 months and 16 days.

Fidler, David

Fidler - In Heidelberg, May 25th, David Fidler, son of Adam and Maria Fidler, aged 72 years, 5 months and 27 days.

Fidler, Edith

Fidler -- At Schuylkill Haven, Edith, daughter of Richard H. and Kate Fidler, aged 2 years and 19 days.

Fidler, Elizabeth Rebecca (nee Unger)

Elizabeth Rebecca Fidler, daughter of John & Catharine (Heinrich) Unger, was born in Penn township December 16, 1841, baptized in infancy, and confirmed in Bern Church. She married Richard E. Fidler, who preceded her in death about thirty years ago, and with whom she had two sons and one daughter. She died at her home in Robesonia August 6, 1911, aged 69y7m11d.

Fidler, Ellie May

Ellie May Fidler, daughter of Sarah Himmelberger, was born in Jefferson township April 29, 1870, and died July 2, 1934, aged 64y2m3d. She married Adolphus J. Fidler October 25, 1898, who survives her. Service at Kirkhoff's Funeral Home, Bernville, with interment in St. John's Cemetery, Host.

Fidler, John A.

Memorial services were held in the Burkey & Driscoll Funeral Home, Hamburg, for John A. Fidler, 82, of Lincoln Drive, Tilden Township, who died June 10 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient one day. Burial was in St. Johns Cemetery, Hamburg. He was the husband of Dorothy S. (Dinkel) Fidler. Born in Allentown, he was a son of the late John A. and Anna (Machmer) Fidler. Until retiring in 1984, he was employed as a wood pattern maker by Dinkel Pattern Works, Hamburg, for many years. He was a 1938 graduate of Hamburg High School. Fidler was a member and former councilman of St. Johns Lutheran Church, Hamburg. He was a World War II Navy veteran. Also surviving are a daughter, Nancy S. (Fidler) Hoffman, Tilden Township; a son, John A. Fidler Jr., Reading; and two grandchildren.

Fidler, Katie Z.

Fidler - In Womelsdorf, December 23d, Katie Z, daughter of Levi and Lovina Fidler, aged 4 years, 8 months and 19 days.

Fidler, Maude

Fidler, Maude, 66 years of age, passed away on December 7, 1953 in the Community General Hospital, Reading. She was a faithful member of First Church. She is survived by three brothers and three sisters. Her body was taken to Pine Grove and services were conducted by Rev. Amos Groff. __George B. Carvell

[Source: The United Evangelical (Myerstown, PA), vol. XXX, no. 5, February 2, 1954, p. 16. Submitted by: Lynn.]

Fidler, Richard F.

Richard F. Fidler, 80, of Carriage Drive, South Heidelberg Township, died March 22 at 1 p.m. in the Reading Hospital, where had had been a patient for two days. He was the husband of Jean L. (Zandy) Fidler. Born in Robesonia, he was a son of the late Robert R. and Claire (Leininger) Fidler. Fidler had been employed for 39 years as a machinist by Textile Machine Works, Wyomissing, retiring in 1985. He was a member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Robesonia. Fidler was a 1941 graduate of Greensboro High School, Greensboro, N.C. and a 1950 graduate of Wyomissing Polytechnic Institute. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Fidler is also survived by a son, Richard G., Lower Heidelberg Township and two grandchildren. Services will be Thursday at 10:30 a.m. in St. Paul's Church. Burial will be in Heidelberg Cemetery, Heidelberg Township. Lamm & Witman Funeral Home Inc., Wernersville, is in charge of arrangements.

Fidler, Sarah (nee Haag)

Fidler - On February 23d, Sarah Fidler, wife of Jared Fidler, and daughter of Emanual and Sarah Haag, aged 27 years and 22 days.

Fidler, Susan H. (nee Noll)

Susan H. Fidler, widow of Henry Fidler, and daughter of Adam & Mary (Hanley) Noll, was born March 4, 1857, in Kleinfeltersville, Pa., and died December 17, 1932, aged 75y9m13d. She is survive by children Adam N. Eiceman and Stella (Mrs. Martin) Hornberger and a stepchild Naomi (Mrs. Frank) Snyder. Service at the home of her son, with interment at Kleinfeltersville cemetery.

Field, Mary M.

Field -- In Penn township, on the 8th inst., Mary M. Field, widow of Reuben Field, aged 86 years, 3 months and 14 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral from her late residence, in Penn township, on Saturday, Jan. 13, at 9:30 a.m. at the house. Services and interment at St. Daniel's Church, near Robesonia ave.

Fies, Amelia S. (nee Hartman)

Amelia S aged 70 years and 2 weeks, wife of Mahlon B Fies, died from complication of diseases at 11:40 a.m. today at the residence of her husband, 1831 Perkiomen Ave. She was in ill health since last November and was bedfast eight weeks.

Mrs Fies was born in Alsace Twp. and was a daughter of Benjamin and Sarah Hartman, both deceased. She moved to Reading with her husband about 46 years ago. She was a member of Spies Reformed Church. Surviving are her husband, one son, Verne V., Reading; a sister, Mrs. Solomon Brown, Stonebrown; two brothers, Benjamin Hartman, Reading, and Jefferson, Friedensburg, and three grandchildren.

Fies, Darius

Darius Fies, of Birdsboro, who as stated in yesterday's paper, swallowed a dose of arsenic after shooting Mrs. Isaac Rehrer, who had left him to return to her husband, died in the Reading prison from the effects of the poison. Early in the evening, Fies seemed to be sleeping soundly. Later at night, Warden Kitzer visited the cell and found Fies dead. The parents of the latter, who live at Brooklyn, Berks County, were notified and they sent for the remains. Although Mr. Rehrer refused to recognize or visit his wife since their separation, he relented when he heard of the tragedy. He immediately hastened to her bedside and has not left her since. He is inclined to believe that the affair has taught her a lesson and think if she recovers, she will not be led into temptation now that Fies is dead. Louis McCallicher, who was with Fies when the latter shot Mrs. Rehrer, is in jail. He protests that he is innocent and claims that when he accompanied Fies, he did not know the intention of the latter.

Fies, Mahlon B.

Mahlon B Fies died this morning at his home. 548 N Front St., aged 94 years. Born in Alsace Twp., he was the son of the late Peter and Sarah (Babb) Fies and came to this city 70 years ago. His wife Amelia preceded him in death. Surviving are a son Vernon, this city; three grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and a sister, Rachael, this city. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Spies Church and the Union Fire Company.

Funeral services Tuesday at 1 p.m. at the T C Auman, Inc., funeral parlors. Interment in Spies Church Cemetery.

Fies, Peter

Peter Fies, landlord of the Black Horse tavern on the Alsace Hills, about six miles from Reading, the past 65 years, and the oldest hotelkeeper in Eastern Pennsylvania, died last week, in his 88th year. Last fall he fell in the house and fractured his hip, which confined him to bed for some time. Afterwards he was able to be about the house until he was entirely disabled by the infirmities of age, and he was again confined to bed until his death. Mr. Fies was born Dec. 27, 1816, within 100 yards of the hotel he conducted for so many years.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, August 3, 1904, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fike, Cora Alice

Fike - In Upper Bern, on September 3d. Cora Alice, daughter of Thomas Jefferson and Mary (Fike) Fike, aged 5 months and 18 days.

Filbert, Frank

Frank Filbert, of Womelsdorf, died on Tuesday noon, aged 59 years. Deceased was serving as road commissioner for a number of years and was a veteran of the Civil War. His widow, Amanda (nee Sallade) and two sons and two daughters survive: Walter, of Altoona; Earl, of Minnesota; Mrs. Charles W. Matthew and Miss Hattie Filbert, of Womelsdorf; also the following brothers: James, of Strausstown; Michael, of Pinegrove; John, of Allentown; Isaac and George W., of Reading, and Harry K., of Ryeland, and one sister, Mrs. Jonathan Neff, of Robesonia.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, October 3, 1902, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Filbert, Hermie Mary Ann

Filbert -- In North Heidelberg, May 28th, Hermie Mary Ann, daughter of John and Emma Filbert, aged 3 months and 16 days.

Filbert, Mary L.

Mary L. Filbert, 95, of Green Ridge Village, Newville, formerly of Auburn, died Monday evening at the village where she lived for 10 years. Born in Newville, Cumberland County, April 21, 1907, she was a daughter of the late Ralph and Mary James Lehman. She was a 1925 graduate of Carlisle High School and a 1927 graduate of Shippensburg State University. She was employed as a teacher and as principal of Auburn High School for 27 years, retiring in 1969. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Auburn, Schuylkill Haven Women's Club, historical societies in Berks County, Cumberland County and Pine Grove and Lutheran Historical Society. She was treasurer for 40 years of the South Schuylkill Chapter of Salvation Army. Her husband, E. Stuart, died in 1998. Surviving are a son, Frederic, Monument, Colo.; two grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. Services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at St. John's Lutheran Church. The Rev. Harry Wolgenmuth will officiate. Interment will be in St. John's Cemetery, Auburn. Geschwindt-Stabingas Funeral Home Inc., Schuylkill Haven, is in charge of arrangements.

Filbert, Child of Ralph

A child of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Filbert, died of convulsions, aged 2 years at the residence of the parents, 513 (?) Cedar.

Filbert, Samuel

Filbert - In Womelsdorf December 9th, Samuel Filbert, son of John and Anna Maria Filbert, aged 62 years, 9 months and 27 days.

Findlay, David J.

David J. Findlay, 74, of 48 E. 2nd St., Alburtis, died last night at Allentown Hospital. He had been ill for more than a year. Son of the late James and Hester Ann (Reinert) Findlay, he was born in Longswamp Township, Berks County. He was employed as a house painter and was retired for the past 15 years. A resident of Alburtis for 40 years, he was a member of Lockridge Memorial Presbyterian Church, Alburtis, and the Alburtis Fire Co. Unmarried, he is survived by a sister Lilian, with whom he resided, and several nieces and nephews. The Schmoyer Funeral Service, Breinigsville, is completing funeral arrangements.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, June 13, 1956, page 16. Submitted by Jerri.]

Findlay, Hester Ann (nee Reinert)

Hester Ann Findlay, widow of the late well known iron ore contractor, James Findlay, Sr., died at her home at Alburtis on Saturday morning at 1.45 o'clock, aged seventy-three years, nine months and twenty-seven days. Deceased had been in ill health for the past three years with diabetes, but was only bedfast for the past three weeks. She was a daughter of the late Jacob Reinert and Sarah, nee Kline, Reinert, and was a member of the Lutheran congregation of the Longswamp church. Her husband died five years ago. The following children survive: William, David and Alexander, at home; James Jr., of Allentown; Mrs. Edwin Kuder, of Fogelsville; Mrs. Warren J. Schmoyer, and Harry, of Alburtis. Two sisters, Mrs. William Fenstermacher, of Rittenhouse Gap; Mrs. Kate Eisenhard, of Bowers, and one brother, Benneville Reinert, of Red Lion, also survive. The funeral will be held on Wednesday morning at 9.30 o'clock, with services at the house and interment in Longswamp church cemetery. Rev. William F. Bond, of Shamrock, will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, March 13, 1916, page 13. Submitted by Jerri.]

Findlay, James

James Findlay, 87, 2804 Greenleaf St., passed away at 3:20 a.m. Friday at the Allentown Hospital. He had been ailing for about 2 years and was hospitalized for almost three weeks. Born in Rittenhouse Gap, Berks County, he was a son of the late James and Hester, nee Reinert, Findlay. He came to Allentown 50 years ago. His father operated iron ore mines in Rittenhouse Gap, and upon his death, he took over operation of the mines and later mined at Ebbvale, Md., and near Fogelsville. For 15 years, prior to his retirement six years ago, he was employed as a machinist at the Bethlehem Steel. He is survived by one son, James F., with whom he resided; two granddaughters, Mrs. Nancy Eastment, Indiana, Pa.; and Mrs. Elizabeth Girdler, Wenonah, N.J.; two great-grandchildren, William and Susan Eastment, Indiana, Pa.; two sisters, Miss Lily Findlay, Alburtis; and Mrs. Annie Kuder, Brookdale, Pa.; and two brothers, David and Alexander Findlay, both of Alburtis. His wife died in December of 1947.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, April 26, 1952, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Findlay, James Sr.

James Findlay, Sr., of Maple Grove, near Alburtis, died on Thursday, aged 78 years. He is survived by his widow (nee Reinert) and the following children: James Jr., of Allentown; William, Harry, Dora, wife of Richard DeLong, Alburtis; Annie, wife of Edwin Kuder, of Fogelsville; Lillie, David and Alexander, at home. Deceased was a native of Nova Scotia, but was a resident of the eastern part of Berks for the past 45 years. He was an extensive mine operator and employed a large number of men at one time. He held a high position with the Thomas Iron Co. He was sent south by the company and at one time purchased a large tract of land on which were rich deposits of ore and lumber. He was a member of Lock Ridge Presbyterian church and a staunch Republican.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, August 3, 1911, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fink, Albert H.

Albert H. Fink, former long-time proprietor of the Henly hotel in Albany township, Berks county, died last Monday. He was 71 years old and had lived the last two years with his son, Lawson J. Fink, at 3 S. 7th St., Coplay. Born and reared in Berks county, he was a son of the late Tobias and Emma E. (Stumpf) Fink. He operated the Heinly hotel for 20 years until his retirement 15 years ago. He was a member of Kempton's New Bethel church. His wife, the former Annie J. Keller, died 16 years ago. He is survived by his son, a granddaughter, Diane Renee Fink, a sister, Mrs. Elizabeth H. Fink, and a brother, Morris D. Fink, the latter two of Philadelphia.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, November 3, 1944, page 40. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fink, Beatrice I.

Services were held in the Little Swatara Church of the Brethren, Rehrersburg, for Beatrice I. Fink, 72, of Airport Road, Bethel Township, who died of natural causes July 8 in St. Joseph Medical Center, where she had been a patient five days. Burial was in St. John's Cemetery, Hamburg. She was the wife of George C. Fink. Born in Strausstown, she was a daughter of the late Raymond and Edna (Graeff) Bashore. Until retiring in 1994, she was employed as an administrative typist by Sterling Winthrop Inc., Myerstown, for 28 years. She was a 1948 graduate of Hamburg High School. Fink was a member of Little Swatara Church, Rehrersburg. Also surviving are a son, Michael G. Fink, Windsor Township, and two granddaughters. Other survivors include a sister, Janice (Bashore) Eppihimer, Douglassville. The Burkey & Driscoll Funeral Home, Hamburg, was in charge of arrangements.

Fink, Grace A. (nee Styer)

Grace A. Fink, 84, formerly of Cumru Township, died June 14 at 2:20 a.m. in ManorCare Health Services Inc., Spring Township, where she had resided since June 18, 2002. She was the wife of Lloyd L. Fink, also a resident at ManorCare. Born in Alleghenyville, Brecknock Township, she was a daughter of the late Franklin and Bertha (Mint) Styer. Fink was a member of Allegheny Lutheran Church, Knauers She was a 1941 graduate of Mohnton High School, where she was valedictorian. Fink is also survived by a son, Larry L., Park Manor, Cumru Township; and two daughters, Beverly A. (Fink) Hoffman, Philadelphia, and Barbara A. (Fink) Burkert, Macungie, Lehigh County. Other survivors include a sister, Dorothy (Styer) Weller, Brecknock Township; and a brother, Arthur Styer, Exeter Township. There are also eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Services will be Friday at 10:30 a.m. in the Joseph D. Giles Funeral Home Inc. & Crematorium, Mohnton. Burial will be in Allegheny Union Cemetery, Alleghenyville.

Fink, Grover A.

Grover A. Fink, 59, of Kutztown R. 1, was dead on arrival Friday at St. Joseph's Hospital, Reading, after a job-related accident at Eastern Industries, Inc., Oley, Berks County. Berks County Deputy Coroner Dr. Kenneth P. Lambert ruled the death was accidental. Fink was a crusher operator at one of the company's quarries. He was the husband of Evelyn E. (Bucks) Fink. Born in Maxatawny Township, he was a son of the late Allen and Ellen (Becker) Fink. He was a member of Christ UCC, Bowers. He was a Navy veteran of World War II. Surviving with his widow are a daughter, Sandra L., wife of Richard Graff, of Kutztown R. 1; two sons, Ronald R., of Kutztown; and Keith A., of Topton; four brothers, Elmer, of Mertztown; Irvin, of Kutztown; Ray, of Fleetwood; and Walter, of Fleetwood R. 1; and eight sisters, Esther, wife of Paul Hilbert, of Kutztown R. 2; Ida., wife of Ernest Roth, of Kempton R. 1; Meda, wife of William Fitzgerald, and Marie, wife of Donald Boone, both of Carson City, Nev.; Emily, wife of Robert Haring, of Kutztown R. 1; Mabel, wife of Arlan fegely, of Fleetwood R. 1; Sarah, wife of Robert henninger, of Breinigsville R. 1; and Verna, wife of Edwin Meitzler, of Fleetwood R. 2. services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the church. A calling hour will precede the services. The William S. Fritz Funeral Home, 55 Noble St., Kutztown, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call/Weekender, Saturday, November 15, 1979, page 64. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fink, Mrs. Jacob (nee Hartman)

Yesterday morning, Mrs. Jacob H. Fink, wife of the well known grocer at No 244 Lehigh Street, died of a complication of diseases, aged 42 years. She was born near Churchville, Berks County, and was a daughter of William Hartman. She resided in this city since she was four years old. She was married 18 years ago last June and besides her husband leaves a son Harry, aged 14. One sister, Mrs. Charles Eckspellen of South Bethlehem, also survives. The deceased was a consistent member of Bethany Evangelical Church and a member of the Christian Endeavor Society of that church.

Death Notice: Fink, at rest in this city, December 24, Emily, wife of Jacob H. Fink, nee Hartman, aged 42 years and 9 days. Interment private in Fairview Cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 25, 1896. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fink, Pauline L.

Services for Pauline L. Fink, formerly of Hamburg, were held in First United Church of Christ, Hamburg. Fink died Feb. 21 in Good Samaritan Hospital, Pottsville, where she had been a patient two weeks. She was taken there from Orwigsburg Manor, Schuylkill County, where she was a resident for three weeks. Burial was in St. Michael's Cemetery, Tilden Township. She was predeceased by her husband, Harold W. Fink, in 1992. Born in Pitman, Schuylkill County, she was a daughter of the late Elias and Louisa (Romberger) Wetzel. She was a 1940 graduate of Hegins High School, Schuylkill County. Fink was a member of First United Church of Christ, Hamburg. She is survived by three sons: Steven H., Schuylkill Haven; Timothy P., Summit Station, Schuylkill County; and James E., Tilden Township. There are three grandchildren, two stepgrandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Also surviving are two brothers, Paul Wetzel, Pitman, and Ralph Wetzel, Ashland, Schuylkill County; and a sister, Grace (Wetzel) Troutman, Shamokin, Schuylkill County. Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg, is in charge of arrangements.

Fink, William

Fink -- On the 16th instant, after a lingering illness, William Fink, in the 51st year of his age.

Finneran, Dagmar A.

Private services were held for Dagmar A. Finneran, 94, of Dogled Drive, Exeter Township, who died May 12 in the Berkshire Center, Exeter Township, where she had been a patient. Her husband, Thomas W. Finneran, died in 1973. She was born in Kristinehamn, Sweden. Finneran is survived by two daughters, Alma M. Finneran, Boston, and Linda F. (Finneran) Brown, Exeter Township. Other survivors include a sister; six grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Burial was in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Dorchester, Mass. The Lutz Funeral Home Inc., Mount Penn, was in charge of the arrangements.

Finney, Daniel

Fischer, Charles S.

Charles S. Fischer, of Krumville, Berks County, died at his home on Thursday night at 10 o'clock after an illness of five weeks, due to complications, aged 75 years, 9 months and 5 days. He was a bricklayer by trade and worked until a few months ago. He is survived by his wife and one daughter, Mrs. Mahlon Guldin, of Maxatawny. Funeral services will be held from his late residence on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Interment will be made in Grimville Church cemetery. Rev. J. O. Schlenker will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, July 13, 1918, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fischer, Ernest F.

Ernest F. Fischer, 64, of 336 Madison St. Shillington, died Saturday at 12:32 a.m in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient since Aug. 12. He was the husband of Marguerite J. (Smithgall) Fischer. Born in Williamsport, Lycoming County, he was a son fo the late Lawrnece and Margaret (Smith) Fischer. Fischer was employed as a manager by the former Hamilton Bank, Reading, retiring in 1973. He was a member of St. John Baptist De La Salle Roman Catholic Church, Shillington, where he was a comittee chairman of Cub Schout Pack 237 from 1964 to 1970. He was an Army veteran of the Korean War and received a Purple Heart and Bronze Star Medal. he is also survived by a son, Ernest F. Jr.,Montrose Manor; and four daughters: Ellen M. wife of David Dunkelberger, Mohnton; Linda K., wife of Ray Sohn, Myerstown, Lebanon County; Brenda G., wife of Brent Keffer, Robesonia; and Janet F. Kramer, at home. Other survivors include two brothers, Lawrence and Charles, both of Williaimsport. There are also 19 grandchildren. He was predeceased by a son, Christian Larue Fischer and a daughter, Kathy Marie Fischer. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday at 10 a.m in St. John Baptist Church. Burial will be in Gethsemane Cemetery, Laureldale. Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home Inc., West Reading is in charge of arrangements.

Fischer, Magdalena

Fischer--In Spring, March 14, Magdalena, widow of Jonathan Fischer, aged 67 years, 6 months and 15 days.

Fish, Veronica R.

Mrs. Veronica R. Fish, wife of Michael A. Fish, of 617 5th Ave., Bethlehem, died at 10 p.m. Thursday in the Presbyterian hospital, Philadelphia. Born in Reading, she was a member of Christ Evangelical and Reformed church, Bethlehem. Besides her husband, Michael A. Fisher, she is survived by a son, Eugene C., and a daughter, Ailene Carol, both at home; a brother, Joseph Dohanak, Philadelphia, and four sisters, Helen, Philadelphia; Mary, Rose and Betty, of Reading.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, June 19, 1948, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fishburn, Clarence C.

Services were held in the Kirkhoff Funeral Home, Bernville, for Clarence C. Fishburn, 73, Main Street, Centerport, who was dead on arrival Jan. 12 in Reading Hospital. Burial was in Christ (Little Tulpehocken) Cemetery, Jefferson Township. Born in North Heidelberg Township, he was a son of the late Levi D. and Verna M. (Oxenreider) Fishburn. Until last working in December, he was employed as a groundskeeper by the Berkshire County Club, Bern Township, for 17 years. He was also a self-employed farmer in Upper Bern Township for 40 years. He was an Army veteran. Fishburn was a member of Christ (Little Tulpehocken) United Church of Christ, Jefferson Township. Surviving are a sister, Lucille I. (Fishburn) Ohlinger, Centerport, and two brothers, LeRoy G. Fishburn, Bernville and Richard K. Fishburn, Morhsville.

Fisher, Aaron

Aaron Fisher died yesterday at his home at Shillington following a lengthy illness. He was aged 75 years and 11 months. He was a son of the late Amos and Eva, nee Ginkinger, Fisher. His wife, Sarah, nee Hilbert, died about eight years ago. He was a faithful member of St. Paul's church at Mertztown. He is survived by two sons, Chas., of Hancock, and Richard, of Macungie R. 1; two daughters, Mrs. Harvey Fasnacht and Mrs. Charles Resh, both of Macungie R. 1; twenty-four grandchildren, seventeen great-grandchildren, a sister, Mrs. Harry Kerchner, this city, and four brothers, Benjamin and Lefanus, of Hancock; David, of this city, and William, of Kutztown. Funeral services will be held in St. Paul's church, Mertztown, on Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church. Rev. William F. Bond will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, August 30, 1928, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Abaline Olivia

Fisher-- In this city, on the 8th instant, Abaline Olivia, infant daughter of A.J. and Isabella S. Fisher, aged 1 year, 1 month and 12 days.

Fisher, Allen O.

Mohnton, April 14 -- Allen O. Fisher, retired butcher, died shortly before midnight last night at his home, 33 Main St, this borough, aged 79 years. He was a native of Spring Township and a resident of this borough 50 years. He retired from the butchering business several years ago, prior to which he operated a stand at the Tenth and Windsor Streets market house for more than 20 years. He was a director of the Wyomissing Valley Bank, this borough; a member of Wyomissing Reformed Church at Gouglersville; Bible class Of Zion's Evangelical Congregational Church, the Knights of Pythias, P. O. S. of A., Knights of Friendship and Friendship Fire Company, all of this borough; the I. O. O. F. lodge in Shillington and the Mohnton Fish and Game Association. He was the son of the late Absalom and Rachel (McFarland) Fisher. Surviving are his widow, Anna E. (Westley) Fisher; three children: Christie M., wife of Theodore Kramer, Reading; Andrew J. of this borough, and Allison D., of Shillington; eight grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; three brothers and one sister: Westley H. and Lorenza H. Fisher, of Reading: William I Fisher, this borough, and Esther E., wife of the Rev. Wellington Lininger, Cleveland, O. Funeral on Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the Kindt Memorial Home in Shillington, where services will be conducted by the Rev. W. Ronald Yocum and the Rev. H. H. Scanlin. Burial will be made in Mohnton Cemetery.

Fisher, Amos

Amos Fisher, of Hancock, Berks county, died on Jan. 3rd after a lingering illness of general debility, aged 79 years, 2 months and 29 days. Deceased was a veteran of the civil war, having been a member of Co. K., 151st regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteers, and was wounded during the first day's fight in the battle of Gettysburg. He was an active member of the Lutheran congregation of the Mertztown Church and served as a member of the consistory for a number of years. For quite a while he was engaged in the grain, coal and lumber business, but the last few years he lived retried on his farm. His wife preceded him in death eight years. The following children survive: William, of Kutztown; Aaron, of Long's Dale; Samuel G., of Carteret, N.J.; David and Mrs. Harry Kercher, of Bethlehem; Lefenas J. and Benjamin, at home, and Mrs. W. E. Ebert, of Topton. The funeral took place on Friday forenoon and interment was made in the Mertztown Church cemetery, Rev. F. K. Bernd officiating.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, January 11, 1905, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Andora R. (nee Benfield)

Mrs. Andora R. Fisher, 89, widow of Alfred M. Fisher, died Thursday in the home of her daughter, Mrs. Alfred S. Stauffer, of Maple Grove Park, Mohnton R. 1. Born in Washington Township, Berks County, a daughter of the late Abraham and Lucinda (Rohrbach) Benfield, she was a member of Huffs Evangelical and Reformed Church. Before moving to Maple Grove Park 26 years ago, she and her husband operated a general store in Harlem. Surviving are a daughter, Edna, wife of Alfred S. Stauffer, with whom she resided; seven grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; a great-great-granddaughter, and a sister, Mrs. Amanda Reifsnyder, Boyertown R. 1. Services will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. in Huff's Church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, September 17, 1955, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Andrew J.

Mohnton, June 29 -- Services for Andrew J. Fisher, 64, of 170 Main St., this place, Berks County musician, who was pronounced dead on arrival yesterday at the Reading Hospital, will be held on Monday at 1:30 p.m. The Rev. Warren A. Loesch and the Rev. James Mohn will officiate in the Kroninger Funeral Home, here. Burial will be in the Mohnton Cemetery.

A trombonist with the Ringgold Band for more than 38 years, he also had played with the Reading Symphony Orchestra and had been assistant conductor of the Raja Temple Shrine Band. Born here, a son of Allen O. and Annie (Westley) Fisher, he had been employed as a machinist for the Reading Co. Fisher was a member of Calvary Evangelical United Brethren Church, this place, and of Chandler lodge 227, F&AM; Neversink Forest, Tall Cedars of Lebanon, and the Lulu Temple Band, Philadelphia. Maine Chamber 46, Knights of Friendship; Camp 211, Patriotic order Sons of America; Lodge 485 Knights of Pythias, and the Friendship Fire Co., all of this community. Local 135 American Federation of Musicians, and the Reading Choral Society, Rainbow Fire Co., Pennwyn Motor Assn. and Railway Car Men of America.

Preceded in death in 1953 by his wife, Edith (Hart) Fisher, he is survived by three sons; Robert of Mount Penn, Norman of Evergreen Park, Reading R.D.1, and Warren of Reading R.D. Two daughters, Margaret wife of Henry Krafczyk, Mifflin Park, and Rachel, wife of Thomas Herb, Midvale manor and seven grandchildren; a sister, Christie, widow of Theodore Kramer, both of Shillington.

Fisher, Annie E.

Annie E. (Westley), 83, widow of Allen O. Fisher, of 614 Lancaster Ave., died yesterday in the Reading Hospital. She was a daughter of the late Solomon and Priscilla (Bickel) Westley, and resided in Mohnton until her husband's death six years ago. Since then she lived with her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Kramer. Mrs. Fisher was a member of Wyomissing Reformed Church, Gouglersville; the Ladies Triangle Bible Class of Zion Evangelical Congregational Church, Mohnton, and the Mohnton civic League Auxiliary. Surviving are three children: Christie M., wife of Theodore Kramer, with whom she resided; Andrew J., of Mohnton, and Allison D., of Shillington; eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 10 a.m. in the Kindt Memorial Home, Shillington, the Rev. Ronald Yocum officiating. Burial in Mohnton Cemetery.

Fisher, Annie R. (nee Rohrbach)

Annie R. (Rohrbach) Fisher, wife of John Fisher, of 130 South Fulton street, died of complications at 2:30 Tuesday morning, aged 41 years, 11 months and 8 days. She had been bedfast since January 2. Mrs. Fisher was born and reared at Topton, a daughter of William F. and Amanda (Shankweiler) Rohrbach. she is survived by her husband; two daughters and one son: Mae, Judith and William, at all home. Her parents, two sisters and one brother also survive: Mrs. Ralph Reifsnyder, Allentown; Mrs. Lloyd Beiber and William Rohrbach, of Topton. Funeral services will be held at her late home, 130 South Fulton street, on Saturday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock, with interment in Union cemetery, Topton. Rev. G. Harold Kinard, pastor of Christ Lutheran church, will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, May 19, 1926, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Anna R.

Anna R. Fisher, 72, a guest at the Topton Lutheran Home, died yesterday in Allentown Hospital. A native of Topton, she was a daughter of the late Samuel and Polly (Hinkle) Fisher. At the Lutheran Home, she was a member of Grace Congregation. Several nephews and nieces survive. Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Schofer Funeral Home, Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, May 29, 1957, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Benjamin G.

Benjamin G. Fisher, of Hancock, died in his home yesterday morning from an affection of the heart. He was eighty-five years of age. Born in Longswamp township, Berks county, he was the son of Amos and Eva, nee Ginkinger, Fisher. He was married. Mr. Fisher was a member of the Lutheran congregation of St. Paul's Union church, Mertztown. He is survived by a brother, David Fisher, of Allentown; a sister, Mrs. Leanda Kercher, Allentown, and another brother, Lefenas J. Fisher, of Hancock. Funeral services will be held from his late home Tuesday afternoon at 1.30, to be continued in St. Paul's Union church, Mertztown. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. W. F. Dry, of Kutztown, will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, December 21, 1935, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Candace G.

Candace G. Fisher, 87, formerly of Wyomissing, died Aug. 12 at 8:35 p.m. in the Denver Nursing Home, Stevens, Lancaster County, where she had been a resident since May 4. Her husband, Lester W. Fisher, died Nov. 16, 1983. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Goldie (Ritz) Graul. Fisher had been employed for 10 years as a sewing-machine operator by Kelray Knitting Mills Inc., West Reading, retiring in 1978. She is survived by a son, Ronald D., West Reading, and a daughter, Barbara G. (Fisher) Pelker, East Cocalico Township, Lancaster County. Other survivors include two sisters, Dorothy (Graul) Manzella, Laureldale, and Hazel (Graul) Bewley, West Reading. There are also six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Services will be Tuesday at 10 a.m. in Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home Inc., West Reading. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Shillington

[Source: Reading Times/Reading Eagle, August 15, 2004. Submitted by: Submitted by Tim.]

Fisher, Catharine

Catharine, widow of Peter Fisher, died at Topton on Tuesday at the home of her son, Solon Fisher, of cancer, aged 79 years, 7 months and 12 days. She was the last of a family of seven children. Three children survive: Solon H., of Topton; Austin A., of Allentown, and Ellen, wife of Isaac Newmoyer, of Emaus. There are twenty grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, March 7, 1902, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Catharine

Fisher -- In Brecknock, January 8th, Catharine Fisher, aged 73 years, 3 months and 29 days.

Fisher, Charles

Charles Fisher, aged about 24 years, a native of near Monterey, Berks Co., died in Ohio one day last week of typhoid fever. His relatives are very anxious to bring the remains home, but owing to the nature of his disease are unable to do so, the railroads refusing to handle bodies carried off by any contagious disease. He was a member of Topton Camp, P.O.S. of A., and a painter by trade.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, September 1, 1897, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Charles Elton

Charles Elton Fisher, of Kutztown, late R. R. Station agent at Topton, died on Tuesday of last week, of ulceration of the stomach, in the 27th year of his age. He was ill over a year. He is survived by his wife, nee Gertrude Deppen, of Myerstown, and two children, Elmira, aged 6, and May, aged 4. His father, Mr. Lewis fisher, until recently agent for the P. & R. At Kutztown, and the following brothers and sisters survive: Ellwood D., the newly appointed station agent at the Kutztown depot; William F., clerk in St. Louis; Harry F., clerk in Memphis; Mrs. William H. Rex, of Philadelphia; Lizzie C. and Annie A., both at home. His mother preceded him in death five years ago. The funeral took place yesterday morning.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, March 25, 1896, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Charles J.

Services were held in the Kirkhoff Funeral Home, Bernville, for Naomi C. Fisher, 87, formerly of Old Bernville Road, Bern Township, who died Nov. 22 in Berks Heim, where she had been a resident since May 8. Burial was in Sinking Spring Cemetery. She was predeceased by her husband, Carl W. Fisher, who died Aug. 3, 1981. Born in Gordon, Schuylkill County, she was a daughter of the late George E. and C. Pearl (Cooper) Slanker. Until retiring in 1970, she was employed as a kitchen aide by the Schuylkill Valley School District. She was a member of Bern Lutheran Church, Bern Township. Surviving are two sons, George C. Fisher, Bern Township, and Delroy C. Buckley, Washington, and three grandchildren. There is also a sister, Adella (Slanker) Smith, Gainesville, Fla.

Fisher, Charles K.

Charles K Fisher, 75, of 1038 Washington St., died at 9 o'clock this morning in the Wernersville State Hospital. 12 hours after his sister Elizabeth Fisher of 1212 Spruce St., was pronounced dead on arrival in Community General Hospital. She was found hanging in a bedroom at her residence.

Fisher was born in Reading a son of the late William L and Elizabeth (Krick) Fisher. He was owner and poerated the former Charles K Fisher & Sons plumbing business for more than 50 years, retiring about seven years ago.

He was a member of the Lutheran Church, the Goodwill and Marion Fire companies and their beneficial associations and the Volunteer Firemen's Relief Assn.

Surviving are his widow Mary E (Seidel) Fisher, at home, two sons Ralph S., at home and Forest S., of Saginaw, MI; two grandchildren and one great-grandson; two sisters Mrs Emma Gery, and Amanda wife of Irvin Wesley, and a brother George K., of Greenfields. The Francis F Seidel, Inc., Funeral Home has charge.

Fisher, Daniel

Fisher - In Virginsville, February 6th, Daniel Fisher, son of Henry and Lavina Fisher, aged 21 years, 3 months and 11 days.

Fisher, Daniel D.

An illness of but two days from pneumonia resulted in the death of Daniel D. Fisher, at about 3.30 o'clock yesterday afternoon at his home at 125 North Twelfth street at the age of 66 years. Mr. Fisher was born in Berks county, a son of the late William and Sallie Dries Fisher. He had been a resident of this city for about forty-five years and was a carpenter by trade. He was a member of Christ Lutheran church. He is survived by his widow, Mary, nee Bieber, a son George, of Lehighton, and a brother, William, of Kutztown. Funeral services will be held at his late home Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Interment will be made at the convenience of the family in the Greenwood cemetery. Friends may call Monday night from 7 to 9 o'clock.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, October 21, 1933, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, David H.

David H. Fisher, a retired farmer of Longswamp township, died of dropsy on Sunday week at his home at Free Hall, aged 78 years, 10 months, and 20 days. Two sisters, Caroline, wife of John Henry Bauer, of Mertztown, and Catharine, widow of David Weiser, of Topton, and two daughters, Ida, wife of Peter A. Levan, and Mary, wife of James Miller, survive.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, November 20, 1901, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Edith A.

Edith A. (Hart) Fisher, of 170 Main St., Mohnton, died yesterday in the Reading Hospital after a long illness. She was a daughter of Peter H. and Hallie (Lutz) Hart. She was a member of the Calvary Evangelical United Brethren Church, Mohnton, its King's Daughters Sunday School class and the Women's Civic League, Mohnton. Surviving are her husband, Andrew J. Fisher, two daughters: Margaret E., wife of Henry L. Krosczyk, Reading, and Rachael, wife of Warren L. Adams, Sinking Spring; three sons: Robert A., Mount Penn; Warren A., Sinking Spring R. D. 2, and Norman E., Mohnton. Also, seven grandchildren and two sisters: Jeanette, wife of Paul L. Seitzinger, Wernersville, and Mrs, Ellen Clark, Waterloo, Iowa. Services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. in the Kroninger Funeral Home, Mohnton, the Rev, Paul Price and the Rev. 0. A, Hyden officiating. Burial will be in Mohnton Cemetery.

Fisher, Elias

Fisher -- In Walnuttown, on the 9th inst., Elias Fisher, aged 80 years, 2 months and 29 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, from the funeral parlors of Undertaker C.D. Stump, on Main street, Fleetwood, Saturday, Jan 13, at 1 p.m. Services and interment in St. Paul's Union Church cemetery, Fleetwood.

Fisher, Eliza

Miss Eliza Fisher, an aged maiden lady of Kutztown, died on Sunday morning last, of internal cancer, after an illness of nine weeks, in the 68th year of her age. She was a daughter of Jacob Fisher, of said place, who died several years ago at the age of 99 years and some months, and his wife Elizabeth, a born Schwartz, of Lehigh county. The deceased is survived by two brothers and one sister - Lewis Fisher and Mrs. Sarah Kutz, of Kutztown, and Francis S. Fisher, of Philadelphia. Numerous relatives of the deceased reside in Allentown and throughout this county. The funeral takes place next Saturday forenoon. Rev. J. J. Cressman will officiate in St. John's church, at Kutztown.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, June 17, 1896, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Elizabeth

Fisher, In Marion, January 25th, Elizabeth Fisher, aged 79 years, 9 months and 13 days.

Fisher, Elmer

Mohnsville Events: Elmer, son of Allen O., and Annie fisher died on Friday afternoon last, of consumption. Thirteen weeks ago he was taken ill with typhoid fever and during this illness; he became a victim of consumption which resulted in his death. The deceased was a bright young man; he was a student of the Kerst Business College, Reading, Pa., and it was expected that he would soon secure a situation with the railway company. He was a stenographer and bookkeeper, and expected soon to graduate from the college. Four years ago he became a member of the United Evangelical church and led a consistent Christian life. He was an active worker in the Sunday school, and was highly esteemed for his many manly qualities. He was aged seventeen years and nine months. The funeral took place on Monday, with services in the United Evangelical church. Rev. Mr. Eldman, pastor of the church, assisted by Rev. J.V. George, of Reading, conducted the service. The Sunday school sang several selections. Interment was made in Wyomissing cemetery. A committee of Camp No. 211 P.O.S. of A., of which the deceased was a member, attended the funeral. The deceased leaves his parents and one brother and one sister to mourn their loss.

Fisher, Emma

Fisher--In this city on the st inst., Emma, wife of Frank P. Fisher, aged 58 years, 9 months and 3 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral from the residence of her daughter, Mrs. James B. Shaner, 3?4 Madison Ave. on Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock. Services at the house. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery.

Fisher, Emma Mary Ann (nee Miller)

Mrs. Emma Mary Ann Fisher, nee Miller, wife of Charles Fisher, of Hancock, died at 10 o'clock Monday night at her home. She was 67 years old. Born in Longswamp township, Berks county, she was a daughter of the late Elija and Carolina (Trexler) Miller. She was a member of the Lutheran wing of St. Paul's church, Mertztown. Surviving are her husband, one daughter, Mrs. Carrie Biehl, Hancock, three grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Rev. Luther Schlenker will officiate at funeral services at 1:30 p.m. Saturday from her late home in Hancock. Further services in St. Paul's church, Mertztown. Interment in the cemetery adjoining the church. Calling hours are 7 to 9 p.m. Friday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, November 5, 1947, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Eric J.

Services were held in the Mae A. Stump Funeral Home, Fleetwood, for Eric J. Fisher, Jr., of Walnut Court, Fleetwood, who was killed April 18 on Route 61 in Perry Township. Fisher and Eric L. Hoffman, 27, of Lancaster, were killed when Fisher was attempting to stop Hoffman from committing suicide by running onto the highway, but both men were struck by a southbound pickup truck. Burial was in St. Paul's Union Cemetery, Fleetwood. Born in West Reading, he was a son of Eric G. Fisher Sr., Kutztown, and Kathy L. (Sterner) Fisher, Fleetwood. He was employed by Siegel Distributing Co., Breinigsville, for two years. Also surviving are two sisters, Jennifer L. (Fisher) Moyer, Hamburg, and Amanda L. Fisher, Fleetwood. Other survivors include his paternal grandparents, Gene M. and Shirley A. Fisher, Fleetwood; and his maternal grandparents, Robert and Dolores Sterner, New Smithville, Lehigh County.

Fisher, Ethel S.

Memorial services for Ethel S. Fisher, 79, wife of William I. Fisher, of Mohnton R.D. 2, will be held Monday night at 8 in Trinity Lutheran Church, Gouglersville. The Rev. Lawrence Tropp will officiate. Entombment will be Tuesday morning at 10:15 in Memorial Mausoleum, Wyomissing Hills. The Kroninger Funeral Home, Mohnton, is in charge of arrangements. Mrs. Fisher died Friday in Community General Hospital, where she had been a patient since Tuesday. Born in Meshoptin, N.Y., a daughter of Solomon B, and Katie (Koch) Corwin, she was a member of Trinity Church. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a daughter, Arline, wife of George Briner Jr., Mohnton. A son, Wesley C. of Mohnton R.D. 2, and three grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and a brother Wesley B, Corwin, Douglassville. Also three sisters: Margaret Corwin, Reading; Mamie, wife of Paul Wacha, Pennside, and Ruth, wife of Bert Sherker, Stonersville.

Fisher, Eva (nee Ginginger)

Mrs. Eva, wife of Amos Fisher, of Longswamp, died the other day, aged 68 years. She about a year ago was stricken with apoplexy, and never fully recovered from the effects. She had been confined to the house only for a short time prior to her death. Her maiden name was Ginginger. She is survived by her husband and the following children: William, Kutztown; Benjamin, Samuel and Lefanas J., residing at home; David, Topton; Aaron, Mertztown; Mrs. W. E. Ebert, Topton, and Mrs. Harry Kercher, living at home. Mrs. Eliza Siesholtz, of Huff's Church, is the only surviving sister. Deceased was a member of the Mertztown Lutheran congregation, and interment will be made there Wednesday, July 25th, Rev. B. E. Kramlich officiating.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, July 25, 1894, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Eva C.(nee Leibensperger)

Mrs. Eva C. Fisher, 64, widow of Fred J. Fisher, of 324 E. Main St., Kutztown, died Saturday morning in Reading Hospital, Reading. A native of Maxatawny, Pa., she was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Kutztown, the Ladies Aid Society and Sunday School of the church, the East Penn Chapter 366, Order of Eastern star, and the Auxiliary of the Kutztown Fire Co. No. 1. She is survived by her mother, Mrs. Alice E. Leibensperger, at home, a son, Carl S., Kutztown; a granddaughter, Glorette A. Fisher, Kutztown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 9, 1953, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Fern A.

Services were held for Fern A. Fisher, 88, formerly of Oley, who died December 22 in Romyn's Country Home Inc., Exeter Township. Her husband, Marion S. Fisher, died in 1956. Born in Reading, Fisher was employed for 10 years as a cook and manager by the Oley Fire Company, retiring in 1990. She previously worked for 15 years in the same capacity at the Oley Legion Diner. She was a member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Amityville. Fisher was a graduate of Reading High School. She is survived by a daughter, Harriet F. (Fisher) Boyer, Amityville, and a son, James C., Oley. There are also five grandchildren, two stepgrandchildren, four great-grandchildren and three stepgreat-grandchildren. Burial was in Friedens Cemetery, Oley. The Christ & Catagnus Funeral Home Inc., Oley, was in charge of the arrangements.

Fisher, Fianna (nee Hinterleitner)

Fianna, wife of Mr. Lewis Fisher, of Kutztown, died shortly after three o'clock on Sunday morning of a complication of ills resulting from a severe attack of la grippe last winter. She was confined to her bed over 14 weeks and suffered constant pain until within a few days of her death, when she fell into a lethargy from which she never awoke. Her end was apparently painless and peaceful. Deceased was a daughter of the late H Daniel Hinterleitner and leaves a husband and the following children to mourn her early loss: Ellen, of Philadelphia; Elwood, of Emaus; Charles, of Pottsville; William, Memphis, Tenn.; Harry, Lizzie and Annie, residing at home. She was 54 years of age. The funeral takes place on Friday morning at 10 o'clock, Rev. Dr. Harkey preaching the funeral sermon in Trinity Lutheran Church. Interment in Hope Cemetery.

[Source: The Lehigh Register, Wednesday, September, 1891, page2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Frank

In this city, on the 22d inst., Frank Fisher, aged 20 years and 2 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral services, from the residence of his sister, Mrs. Harry Brown, 1021 Spruce street, Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. Interment Wednesday at Lancaster.

Fisher, Frederick G.

Frederick G. Fisher, aged twenty-four years, three months and two days, died following an operation for appendicitis in the University Hospital, Philadelphia, on Monday. He was admitted to the institution five weeks ago. The remains were taken to the residence of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. William G. Fisher, at Kutztown. He was a cutter in a shoe factory. Besides his parents, these sisters and brothers survive: Kate, wife of John Fenstermacher, Spring Valley, Mo.; Emma, wife of Irvin Snyder, Allentown; Eva, at home; David, William and Jacob, all of Allentown. Deceased was a member of the F.O.E. Funeral, Friday, July 11, at 2 p.m. Services at the house by Revs. Geo. B. Smith and K. Bernd. Interment in Hope cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, July 10, 1913, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, George L.

FISHER - In this city on the 5th inst., Geo. L Fisher, aged 24 years 11 months and 26 days. Relatives and friends, also Court Wyomissing, No. 130, F. of A., are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from his late residence, 154 Penn Street, Monday at 2 p.m. Services at the house. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery.

Fisher, Hannah W.

Hannah W. Fisher, 80, formerly of Alsace Township, died April 10 at 4:45 p.m. in Beverly Manor, Exeter Township, where she had resided 2 1/2 years. Her husband, Claude A. Fisher Sr., died Dec. 21, 2003. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Franklin O. and Sadie L. (Wentzel) Fick. Fisher was employed for 10 years as a packer by David Crystal Inc., Reading, retiring in 1990. She was a 1942 graduate of Mount Penn High School. Surviving is a son, Claude A. Jr., Temple. Other survivors include a brother, Daniel W. Fick, and a sister, Mary W. (Fick) Long, both of Stony Creek Mills. She was predeceased by a daughter, Norma Jean Fisher, in 1953. Graveside services will be Friday at 11 a.m. in Spies (Zion) Cemetery, Alsace Township. Lutz Funeral Home Inc., Mount Penn, is in charge of arrangements.

Fisher, Harry J.

Harry J. Fisher, 57, Reading, died of natural causes May 6 in St. Joseph Medical Center. Born in Reading, he was a son of Herbert M. and Mildred M. (Brown) Fisher, Reading. Fisher had been employed as a welder by Birdsboro Corp. and Bethlehem Steel Corp., retiring in 2003. He was a 1967 graduate of Reading High School. Fisher is also survived by two sons, Justin J., Phoenixville, Chester County, and Nathan A., York. Memorial services will be Wednesday at 2 p.m. in Gallman-Sonoski Funeral Home Inc., Reading. Burial will be private.

Fisher, Harvey

Harvey M. Fisher, 76, of 258 Highland Ave., Kutztown, died Thursday night in Allentown Hospital where he was a patient seven weeks. His wife, the former Stella May Yeakel, died last October. Born in Maxatawny, he was a son of the late William D. and Lucy Ann (Schofer) Fisher. Until retiring in 1956, he worked 47 years for the Reading Railroad. Before that, he was a schoolteacher two years in Alsace Township, Berks County. He was a director of the Berks County Pennsylvania German Fersommling and a charter member and former director of the United Pennsylvania German Folk. He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, Maxatawny. Surviving are six sons, Harvey W., of Emmaus; Warren, of Kutztown; Robert, of Topton; Earl, of Dunmore; Ivan, of Eureka, Calif.; and Allen, of Springdale, Utah; a daughter, Lucy, wife of Daniel Cronrath, of Kutztown R. 3; and 29 grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday in Zion Church. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Monday in Schofer Funeral Home, Topton.

[Source: The Morning Call, Allentown, PA, September 17, 1966, page 19. Submitted by: Jerri.]

Fisher, Henry

Fisher -- In New Berlin, September 11th, Henry, son of Nicholas and Sarah Fisher, aged 8 months and 22 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, September 26, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Fisher, Mrs. Henry (nee Bauer)

Mrs. Henry Fisher, who resided with her son, James Fisher, of Maxatawny, passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. A. S. Moyer, 133 Linden street, whom she had been visiting, aged eighty-eight years. Mrs. Fisher was ill only a short time with pneumonia, and died on Sunday afternoon. The remains were taken to her home at Maxatawny. Her husband preceded her in death by about thirty-five years. She is survived by the following children, Mrs. E. B. Wescoe, 102 North Ninth street; Mrs. A. S. Moyer, 1133 Linden street, and one son, James Fisher, of Maxatawny; six grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; one brother, Daniel Bauer, Longswamp; two sisters, Miss M. Bauer, Longswamp, and Mrs. Caroline Trexler. The funeral will take place on Thursday morning at 9.30 o'clock at the Seigfried church. Rev. Barndt will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, March 12, 1918, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Hilda S.

Hilda S. Fisher, well-known preservationist and retired school teacher, died Aug. 29 in Lehigh Valley Hospital near Allentown, where she had been a patient 21/2 weeks. Fisher, 85, Oley, was predeceased by her husband, Frank S. Fisher, on Jan. 14, 2004. She was chairwoman of the Oley Township Conservation Committee and was instrumental in forming a township agricultural security area. Fisher was chairwoman of the Oley Township Resource and Conservation Project which enabled the formation and designation of Oley Township as a national historic site by President Ronald Reagan. She was one of the founders and a past president of the Oley Valley Heritage Association. Fisher was an active member of the Berks County Association for Graveyard Preservation, the Berks County Conservancy and the Historic Preservation Trust of Berks County. Fisher began teaching in the Neff's one-room schoolhouse in Maxatawny Township and then taught eighth grade in Link's one-room schoolhouse in Oley. She then taught third and fourth grades in the Earl Elementary School, retiring in 1977. Born in Rockland Township, she was a daughter of the late Samuel and Emma (Syphard) Eckert. Fisher was a 1937 graduate of Oley Valley High School and a 1941 graduate of Kutztown State Teacher's College. She was a member of Salem United Church of Christ, Spangsville, where she was a former Sunday school teacher and past president of the women's guild. Fisher was a former Sunday school teacher at New Jerusalem United Church of Christ, Rockland Township. She was inducted into the Pennsylvania Voter Hall of Fame for 50 years of consecutive voting. In 2000, Fisher was awarded the Tressie S. Caton Women in Agriculture Award by the Farm-City Council of the Berks County Chamber of Commerce. She was named an honorary citizen of Pleasantville in 2005. Fisher was a life member of the Fleetwood Grange and Berks County Pomona Grange. Surviving are a daughter, Eloise J. Fisher, Oley; and two sons, Steve F., Oley, and Gery J., Reading. Other survivors include two grandsons, four stepgrandsons, three great-grandchildren, three stepgreat-grandchildren and a stepgreat-great-granddaughter.

Fisher, Howard M.

Howard M. Fisher died of complications at the home of his sister, Mrs. David Bittenbender, Huffs Church, on Sunday morning. Until several weeks ago, he made his home with E. E. Moyer, East Macungie. There survive his brothers, Wilson W. Fisher, Allentown; Allen N. Fisher, Harlem, and one sister, Mrs. David Bittenbender. The funeral will be held from the Bittenbender home on Thursday at 9.30 a.m. with services and burial at Huff's church. Rev. Blatt will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, April 7, 1925, page 17. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Ida (nee Weidner)

Mrs. Ida Fisher, wife of Wilson M. Fisher, of 918 ½ North Seventh street, died Wednesday morning at the Allentown hospital, following an operation for gallstones a week ago. She was 57 years of age. Mrs. Fisher was born at Eschbach, Berks county, a daughter of George and Sarah (nee Reitneuer) Weidner. She had been a resident of this city for sixteen years, and was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Huff's church. There survive the husband, a daughter, Lizzie, and a son, Harvey, and two grandchildren. The following brothers and sisters survive: Daniel Weidner, Mrs. Lizzie Gruver, Boyertown; Mrs. Amos Kulp, Phoenixville; Mrs. Edwin Heydt and Mrs. John Hoppes, Eschbach. Her aged father also survives, residing at Eschbach. The funeral will be held on Saturday, with services at her late home at 12 o'clock noon, and further services at Huff's church, near Seisholtzville, at 2 p.m. Burial will be made in Huff's church cemetery. Rev. G. A. Greiss and Rev. Bond will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, May 11, 1923, page 21. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Jacob

On Sunday night last the life of Berks county's oldest citizen went peacefully out, the venerable Jacob Fisher, of Kutztown, being garnered as a ripened sheaf by the harvester and given his rest. If he had lived he would have rounded his 100th year on the 15th of March next. Notwithstanding his great age he was quite active until about the middle of last week, when he was taken with pneumonia, and this followed by apoplexy. He was a native of Maxatawny township, but lived nearly all his life in Kutztown, and knew it when it was but a wayside hamlet, when its population was very small, when open fields stretched out where now are well built streets, and when no church bell woke the Sabbath echo from the hills around. He saw the boys with whom he played in childhood one by one precede him to the �mysterious bourne� until he stood the only survivor of the group. But all this time, while everything around him was marked by progress, he was no laggard in life's duty. Active, industrious, a good citizen, a kind neighbor, an honest man, he impressed himself upon the community in which he lived not by any ostentatious pretension or obtrusive display, but by the quiet influence of a good example and an earnest life. He for 55 years continuously kept a hotel in the place, and retired from the business only a few years ago. He used tobacco and spirituous liquors in moderation to the end of his long life, and was never laid up with illness of any kind. Politically he was a strong and unswerving (line missing?) Duties he never neglected. Striving to do right, and believing firmly in the great principles of political economy as taught by Jefferson and Jackson, he never swerved from the line of their support. In all he voted for 19 Democratic candidates for President of the United States. During the war of 1812 he turned out with Berks county soldiery for the defense of Baltimore. His fund of reminiscences of the �days of auld lang syne� was inexhaustible, and his memory, even to minor details, remained unimpaired to the day of his death. His wife, a born Schwartz, preceded him to the spirit world many years ago. His surviving children are two sons and two daughters � Lewis Fisher, Mrs. Sarah Kutz and Miss Eliza Fisher, of Kutztown, and Francis S. Fisher, of Philadelphia. Notwithstanding his life was prolonged far, far beyond the years usually allotted to mortals, his death is none the less mourned by a large circle of relatives and friends. His passing away seemed like severing the great link that connected the past with the present, as he lived through a long, long span of years. But at last he departed to that bourne from when no traveler returneth, another witness to the truth that death is inevitable.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, June 4, 1890, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, James A.

James A. Fisher, 51, of Orwigsburg, died Monday morning at Orwigsburg Manor, where he had been a patient since 1991. Born in Pottsville, he was a son of Arvella Stoyer Fisher, Schuylkill Haven, and the late Lester A. Fisher Jr. He graduated from Blue Mountain High School in 1966 and attended Penn State University, Berks campus. He served in the Army Reserves for four years. He was a self-employed car broker until being disabled in 1985. He was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Orwigsburg. Surviving, in addition to his mother, are a sister, Janet Kramer, Schuylkill Haven; a brother, John, Orwigsburg; nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews. Private services will be held Wednesday from Geschwindt-Stabingas Funeral Home Inc., 37 St. John St., Schuylkill Haven. The Rev. Michael Smith and the Rev. Paul Backhaus will officiate. Interment will be in Schuylkill Memorial Park, Schuylkill Haven.

Fisher, James J.

Fisher, John K.

John K. Fisher, a young farmer of Windsor township, Berks county, died of a bronchial affection on Sunday. His brother, Dr. Nicholas K. Fisher, died in Reading of typhoid fever last August, and another brother, ex-County Commissioner Samuel K. Fisher, died in June.

[Source: The Lehigh Register, Allentown, PA, Wednesday, November 15, 1893, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Josiah H.

Death claimed one of Topton's oldest resident on Monday evening when Josiah H. Fisher expired at his home, Cherry and Washington streets, after a short illness from general debility, in his 93rd year. Mr. Fisher, a pioneer and one of the founders of the borough, assisted in the construction of the first home there. His early days were spent as a carpenter and many of the homes in Topton were erected under his supervision. Later he became proprietor of the Topton House, which he conducted for many years. After retiring from the hotel business, he established and operated a brick yard in Topton. He retired from this business a number of years ago. In his early life he was prominent in Democratic politics in Topton and held several borough offices. He was also actively identified with Trinity Lutheran church in Topton. Born in Longswamp township, a son of the late Jacob and Sarah, nee Howerter, Fisher, he remained in that section nearly all the years of his life. His wife, Sarah, nee Sterner, died twenty-four years ago. There survive two sons, Robert M. and Horace D., Topton, four grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. The funeral will be held from his late home on Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Services will be conducted at the house by Rev. William Kline, pastor of Trinity Lutheran church. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, November 11, 1930, pages 5 and 16. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Kate E. (nee Smith)

Kate E., nee Smith, widow of James B. Fisher, Maxatawny, who conducted a general store and hotel on the site of the present Monterey Inn for 26 years, passed away at 6.40 o'clock yesterday morning at the home of her son, William S. Fisher, Hokendauqua. She died at the age of 80 years of complications after being ill for a week. The daughter of Stephen and Caroline, nee Schmoyer, Smith, she was born in Maxatawny, Berks county. Her husband passed away two and one half years ago. She was a member of the Reformed congregation of Maxatawny Zion's church. Surviving her are two sons, William S., Hokendauqua, with whom she resided, and Fred J. Fisher, Kutztown. There are also three grandsons, three great-grandchildren and one sister, Mrs. John Fisher, Reading. Funeral services will be held on Good Friday afternoon at 1 p.m. at the home of her son, William S. Fisher, Hokendauqua. Short services at the house will be followed by continued services in Maxatawny Zion's church, with Rev. Dr. George B. Smith, Kutztown, officiating, and interment in the adjoining cemetery. Friends may call Thursday from 7 to 9.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, April 17, 1935, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Kathryn E. (nee Moyer)

Kathryn E. Fisher, 105, died June 2 at 8:33 a.m. in her West Lawn residence. Her husband, Charles H. Fisher, died in 1968. Born in Kutztown, she was a daughter of the late Ambrose and Racian (Ramer) Moyer. Fisher had been employed for 20 years as a licensed practical nurse for several area facilities including Berks Heim. She was a charter member of Advent Lutheran Church, West Lawn, where she was a former Sunday school teacher and choir member. Fisher was a life member of the West Lawn Senior Citizens. Surviving is a sister, Eva (Moyer) Kunkel, a resident at Berks Heim. There are also three grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a son, Winfield S., in 1959. Memorial services will be Sunday, June 12 at 2 p.m. in Advent Lutheran Church. Burial will be in Pleasant View Cemetery, Spring Township. Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home Inc., West Reading, is in charge of arrangements.

Fisher, Lafenas

Lafenas Fisher, 83, of Hancock, Berks county, a former assessor of Longswamp township, Berks county, died yesterday at his home after a two year illness. He was a son of the late Amos and Eva (Ginginer) Fisher. Prior to his illness he was employed by the Long Valley Rug co., Mertztown. He was a member of the Lutheran wing of St. Paul's church, Mertztown. Surviving are his wife, Lillie (Seip) Fisher, and a brother, David Fisher of Allentown. Rev. Luther Schlenker will officiate at services to be held Thursday at 1:30 p.m. at the Schofer funeral home, Topton. Burial in St. Paul's cemetery, Mertztown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, December 31, 1945, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Lester M.

Among the local survivors of Lester M. Fisher, 73, Pine Grove, Schuylkill County, who died Jan. 24 in Pottsville Hospital, is a sister, Margaret (Fisher) Beidler, Bernville.

Fisher, Lorenzo H.

Lorenzo H. Fisher, 92, of 1138 Lancaster Ave., a pioneer automobile dealer in Reading from l910 to 1924, died yesterday in the Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient for three months. Fisher sold Haynes automobiles and was also owner and operator of Value Hosiery Mills in the city. He later was a meat dealer. He was born in Spring Township, a son of the late, Absalom and Rachel (McFarland) Fisher. His wife, Valerie S. (Stetler) Fisher, died in January 1955. The two had noted their 60th wedding anniversary in February 1954. He was a member of Immanuel United Church of Christ, Shillington, and was a former consistory member. Surviving are three sons: Absalom L., Spring Valley; Ira O., Shillington, and Clifford L., at home; a daughter, Grace V., wife of Atty. C. Wilson Austin, Shillington; two grandchildren; a sister: Esther, widow of the Rev. Wellington L. Leininger, Cleveland, Ohio and a brother, William I., Mohnton. Services will be held from the Gosnell Funeral Home, Shillington, on Thursday at 10:30, a.m. with the Rev. Thomas W. Rhoads officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Shillington.

Fisher, Lucy D. (nee Hill)

Fisher, Mae C.

Miss Mae C. Fisher, who for 27 years was employed as a supervisor in the business office of the Bell Telephone Co. in Allentown, died at 1:10 a.m. today in the Sacred Heart Hospital. In poor health for the last four years and hospitalized the past three weeks, she was 51. A native of Topton, Miss Fisher was born the daughter of the late John L. and Annie R. (Rohrbach) Fisher. She came to this city from Trenton, N.J., in 1925. In April of 1951, Miss Fisher was elected president of the Quota Club of Allentown and served in that capacity until 1952. In addition to her long affiliation with the Quota Club, she was also a member of the Allentown Chapter of the Business and Professional Women's Club and the Pioneer Club of the Telephone company. She was a member of Christ Lutheran Church of this city. She resided at 221 S. 17th St., city. Survivors include one brother, William S. Fisher, and one sister, Judith, wife of Harold L. Hess, both of Allentown. There are also two nieces and five nephews, and one grand nephew. Funeral services are scheduled for Tuesday at 1 p.m. in the Trexler Funeral Home, 1625 Highland St., Allentown.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, February 19, 1956, page 45. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Margaret E.

In this city, on the 1st inst., Margaret E. Fisher, aged 42 years 6 months and 26 days. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral without further notice from her late residence of parents, 1028 Franklin Street, on Monday at 10 a.m. Services at the house. Leave on 12:20 P & R train for Manheim, where Interment will take place.

Fisher, Martha (nee Henry)

Martha, nee Henry, Fisher, wife of Elmer A. Fisher, died suddenly at her home at Reading on Monday morning as a result of an attack of vertigo. She was aged 19 years. Besides her husband there survive the following sisters: Mrs. Flora Dague, at home; Mrs. Nora Wieand, of Reading, and Ruth and Helen, at home.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, July 12, 1922, p. 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Mary E. (nee Seidel)

Mary E Fisher, 85, formerly of 1038 Washington St., died Friday night at the Maple Farms Nursing Home, Akron, where she had been a guest for two years.

Born in Reading, a daughter of the late Henry J and Mary Ellen (DeHart) Seidel, she was a member of Grace Lutheran Church. Her husband,Charles K Fisher, preceeded her in death in 1962.

Surviving are two sons, Ralph S, Reading, and Forrest S., Saginaw, MI., two grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Services will be held from the Francis F Seidel, Inc. Funeral Parlors on Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. with the Rev. Samuel Koons officiating. Burial will be made in the Charles Evans Cemetery.

Fisher, Miriam (nee Wotring)

Mrs. Miriam (Wotring) Fisher, 29-year-old wife of Carl W. Fisher, of 18 Washington St., Topton, who had been a patient since Friday at Allentown Hospital, died yesterday. Born in Egypt, Lehigh County, she was the daughter of Charles H. and Alice (Miller) Wotring. Survivors are her husband, one son, Lynn; one daughter, Carol Ann; the parents, now residing in Topton; one brother, Pvt. Charles Wotring, in Korea; three sisters, Mrs. Robert Rumble, Mrs. Willis Rohrbach, Mrs. Warren Lentz, all of Topton; the maternal grandmother, Mrs. Elizabeth Bruch, Kresgeville.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, January 11, 1952, page 35. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Naomi C.

Services were held for Charles J. Fisher, 88, formerly of Limekiln Road, Exeter Township, who died November 30 in ManorCare Health Services Inc., Muhlenberg Township, where he had resided since 1998. He was predeceased by his wife, Ida (Fox) Becker, Fisher. Born in Reading, Fisher had been employed for 35 years as a truck driver by United Grocery, retiring in 1979. He was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Reading. He is survived by a stepdaughter, Elaine (Becker) Vardjan, Exeter Township. There are also three step-grandchildren and seven step-great-grandchildren. Burial was in St. John's Lutheran Cemetery. The Henninger Funeral Home, Inc., Reading, handled the arrangements.

Fisher, Peter W.

The funeral of the late Peter W. Fisher, of Topton, who died of apoplexy on Tuesday night of last week, aged 72 years, was held on Saturday afternoon. Through some misunderstanding, the only brother of the deceased, William Fisher, residing at Linglestown, Dauphin county, only learned of the time set for the funeral shortly before noon on Saturday, too late to arrive at Topton in time, as the train which arrives at Topton at noon leaves Harrisburg at 9 o'clock. He at once telegraphed that he was coming on the train reaching Topton at 4 o'clock, and to delay the funeral to that time, which was done.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, May 22, 1895, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Peter W.

Peter W. Fisher, a well known and popular citizen of Topton, died Tuesday of last week of an apoplectic stroke. He kept a hotel and operated a farm and a limestone quarry. He was about 70 years old and left a wife and three children. Mrs. Henry Wickert, of Macungie, is a sister of the deceased. He was a respected man and extensively known in these parts.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, May 23, 1895, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Peter W.

Peter W. Fisher, an old resident of Topton, died Tuesday night from the effect of an apoplectic stroke received on Sunday. Deceased was born in Maxatawny township, Berks County, about 70 years ago. In early years, he was a farmer, but after the East Penn Railroad was built he engaged in the hotel business in Topton. Later, he bought a farm at Bower's Station. Limestone of a superior quality being discovered on it, he opened an extensive Quarry, and sold it to Clymer's Furnace near Temple, for a large sum. He retained the farm, which he sold a few years ago to his son-in-law, Isaac Neumoyer, formerly of Emaus, who resides on it. He was engaged in numerous enterprises and was a progressive citizen, assisting largely in the development of Topton, and was one of the leaders in having it organized into a borough. His wife is a born Metzger, who with three children, Austin A., of this city; Solon H., of Topton, and Mrs. Isaac Neumeyer, of Bowers, survive.

Fisher, Rachel E.

Rachel Esther, widow of Absalom Fisher died at the home of her son William Fisher, corner Grace and Fern streets, Boyer Heights, aged 85 years, 7 months and 6 days. She was the daughter of the late Andrew and Mary (Murdock) McFarland and was the last of her family. There survive the following children: Allen O., Mohnton, Wesley H., Lorenzo H., William I., this city, Esther, wife of Rev. Wellington Leininger, Mansfield, O. Funeral director C. B. D. Kindt of Mohnton, has charge.

Fisher, Rebecca

Montello, Sept. 19 (Special) -- Mrs. Rebecca Fisher (nee Weidenheimer), widow of Samuel F. Fisher, died at the residence of her son, John P. Fisher, at Montello, at 4:40 a.m. Death was due to dropsy, from which she had suffered for some time. She was 77 years, 4 months and 22 days of age, and is survived by four sons, Charles and George, of Reading; Harry W., West Reading, and John, at Montello.. Eleven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren survive, besides two brothers, William and Jacob of Reading, and one sister, Sara Hartman, Reading. Funeral Monday, Sept. 22, at 2 p.m., at the house, with services at Hain's Reformed Church. Undertaker Lamm has charge of the body.

Fisher, Robert R.

Robert R. Fisher, 78, Exeter Township, died July 23 in Berkshire Center, Exeter Township, where he had been a patient since July 15. He was the husband of Alberta M. (Buchter) Fisher. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Frank G. and Vesta (Rentchler) Fisher. Fisher had been employed for more than 25 years in production by Maier's Bakery, Reading, retiring in 1992. He was a member of Trinity Deaf Lutheran Church, Reading. Fisher was a life member of the Reading Association of the Deaf Inc.; the Keystone Central Deaf Senior Citizens Association; and the Oakie Club, Kenhorst. He is also survived by a son, Richard L., Exeter Township, and a daughter, Dolly (Fisher) Ort, Hackettstown, N.J. Other survivors include a sister, Virginia (Fisher) Bross, Reading; a stepbrother, Douglas Fisher; and two stepsisters, Patricia Berkowski and Jacqueline Garaboli, all of Reading. There are also three grandchildren. Services will be Wednesday at 10 a.m. in the Auman Funeral Homes, Reiffton. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton.

Fisher, Rosa E. (nee Carl)

Ailments incident to old age caused the death of Rosa E. (nee Carl) Fisher, widow of Solon J. Fisher, Monday night at her late home, Center Ave., Topton. Mrs. Fisher was in her 81st year. Born in 1856 she was the daughter of the late Samuel and Judith (nee Eck) Carl. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran church at Topton and an interested member of the home department of the Sunday school. Surviving are five children, Mrs. George Moll, George, Nelson and Charles of Topton, and John of this city; a sister, Mrs. Eliza Fetzer of this city; 17 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Rev. William H. Kline of Topton, and Rev. Mark Trexler of Laureldale will officiate at short services to be held at her late home, Center Ave., Topton, on Saturday at 1.30 pm. Continued services will be held at Trinity Lutheran church in Topton with interment in Union cemetery. Friends may call on Friday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, November 18 1936, p. 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Sallie

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated for Sallie Fisher, 95, of Grace Street, Reading, who died March 15 in Tel Hai Retirement Community, Honey Brook Township, Chester County, where she had resided for one month. Her husband. Winfield S. Fisher, died in 1996. Born in Reading, Fisher was a member of St. Paul Roman Catholic Church, Reading. She is survived by several nieces and nephews. Burial was in Gethsemane Cemetery, Laureldale. The Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Shillington, handled the arrangements.

Fisher, Sallie Ann (nee Bower)

Sallie Ann, widow of Henry H. Fisher, who preceded her in death forty-two years, and daughter of the late John and Catharine (nee Mattern) Bower, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Allen Moyer, 1133 Linden street, after a short illness of pneumonia. Mrs. Fisher attained the age of eighty-eight years and eighteen days. Two daughters survive: Sarah, wife of Allen Moyer, Allentown, and Emma, widow of William Wescoe, Allentown; one son, James B., Maxatawny; one brother, Daniel, Longswamp, and two sisters, Mrs. Carolina Haas, Topton, and Miss Maria Boyer, Mertztown. Three brothers and one sister preceded her in death. Funeral from the home of her son, James Fisher, of Maxatawny, this morning at 9.30 o'clock. Rev. F. K. Bernd, of Kutztown, will officiate. J. J. Schofer, of Topton, has charge. Further services and interment at Maxatawny Church at 10 o'clock.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, March 14, 1918, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Samuel

Samuel Fisher died of old age and dropsy in his 70th year at his residence at Mohnsville on Sunday morning. His widow, Rebecca (nee Weidenhammer), remains and four sons; Charles A., of Reading; George C. W., of Mohnsville; John P. of Fritztown, and Harry, of Hains Church. He was a member of Hains Reformed Church, Wernersville, and a veteran of the late Civil War, a member of Co. A. 167th Regiment.

Civil War, drafted, (27 Oct 1862) U.S. Army (Union), 167th Pennsylvania Infantry Regiment, Company A, rank of Private, Reading, Berks Co., PA. Served nine month's (12 Aug 1862) in Militia.

Paster Kershner at the time of burial: "This was the heaviest man, weighing 364 lbs., 6 ft. 2.5 inches tall. The grave was 7.5 ft. long".

Fisher, Samuel

Fisher - In Womelsdorf, January 16th, Samuel Fisher, aged 75 years, 2 months and 19 days.

Fisher, Samuel G.

Samuel G. Fisher, aged fifty-one years, was found dead in bed at Hancock, Berks county, after he had failed to respond to a call for breakfast. Mr. Fisher was a brother of William G., Kutztown; Benjamin G., Hancock; Aaron G., Topton; David G., Waynesboro; L. J. Fisher, Hancock, and Mrs. Harry Kerschner, Allentown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, July 24, 1916, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Sarah (nee Dries)

Sarah (nee Dries), widow of William S. Fisher, died near Monterey, of general debility, aged 79 years. These children survive: William D., at home, and Daniel D., of 125 North Twelfth street, Allentown. Funeral on Wednesday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, January 21, 1907, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Sarah Ann

Sarah Ann, wife of Aaron Fisher, died at her home on Furnace street, after a brief illness. She was aged 67 years. Deceased is survived by her husband, two sons and two daughters. There also remain two sisters and four brothers. The funeral will take place from her late residence Wednesday at 9.30 a.m. Further services will be held in the Mertztown church with Rev. F. K. Brandt officiating. Interment, in charge of Undertaker Schafer, will be made in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, October 11, 1920, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Solomon

Leesport: Solomon Fisher died of old age, at his residence, in Centre township, 1 1/3 miles from Leesport, aged 86 years. His wife died 2 years ago, and he leaves 1 child, Mrs. Daniel Naregang (sic), who lived with her father. The deceased was a retired farmer. Funeral, Saturday, Jan. 7, at 9:30 a.m. Samuel Spayd has charge and Rev. Samuel A. Leinbach will hold services at Belleman's church.

Fisher, Solomon S.

Fisher, Solomon S., of 353 S. 5th St., Reading was born in this city on June 20, 1873 and passed away after a lengthy illness on January 15, 1954 at the age of 80 years, 7 months and 26 days. He was a member of Grace Church and the Mystic Star Commanday #47, Lodge 227. He is survived by his wife Amelia (Clouser) Fisher, a sister, Emma Kotch residing in California, one grandchild and four great grandchildren. His body was laid to rest in Charles Evans Cemetery with the service being conducted by his Pastor. __N. S. Hoffman

[Source: The United Evangelical (Myerstown, PA), vol. XXX, no. 6, February 9, 1954, p. 16. Submitted by: Lynn.]

Fisher, Solon H.

Solon H. Fisher, a prominent citizen of Topton, died on Thursday of atrophic cirrhosis of the liver, aged being bedfast ten days, aged 52 years, 1 month and 13 days. Deceased for a number of years was employed with the P. & R. Company as assistant agent at Topton and as agent at Sheridan for a short time. Later he was engaged in the milling business for several years, since which time he led a retired life. Mr. Fisher was born in Maxatawny and was a son of the late Peter W. and Catharine Fisher (nee Metzgar). His father died 11 years ago and the mother four years ago. He is survived by a brother, Austin A., of Allentown; a sister, Ellen, wife of Isaac Newmoyer, of Emaus; his widow, Rosa (nee Carl), and the following children: Katie, wife of George J. Moll, John, George, Nelson and Charles.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, May 14, 1906, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Stella Mae (nee Yeakel)

Mrs. Stella Mae Fisher, 74, active many years in the American Legion Auxiliary in the Lehigh Valley, died Thursday at her home, 258 Highland Ave., Kutztown. Mrs. fisher was a daughter of the late Uriah and Mary E. (Frable) Yeakel. She was the wife of Harvey M. Fisher. The Weatherly native was past matron of Kutztown Order of the Eastern Star 336; past president of Hoch Balthaser Post, American Legion Auxiliary, Kutztown; past president of the Berks and Schuylkill Counties Council of American Legion Auxiliaries; past president of the 40 et 8 Auxiliary of Berks County past director of the Berks and schuylkill counties Legion auxiliaries; first secretary of the Dames of Malta Lodge, Allentown; past president of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary, Kutztown; a member of the Topton Home Women's Auxiliary, and for 47 years a member of the Ladies Auxiliary to the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen No. 376, Allentown. Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday in Maxatawny Union Church. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday at the Schofer Funeral Home, Topton.

Funeral Notice (p. 43): Age at death = 74 years, 6 months, 2 days. Buried, Zion Maxatawny church cemetery

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, October 15, 1965, page 18. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, T. Garion

T. Garion Fisher, 90, of 2004 Allen St., died yesterday morning in Allentown hospital. Born in Longswamp township, he was the son of the late Frank and Sally Ann (Fenstermacher) Fisher. Mr. Fisher was a former resident of Reading and a member of the Zion Reformed church there, and of the 19th Street Men's Bible class of Allentown. A daughter, Leah, preceded him in death. Surviving are two children, Laura S., wife of Victor W. DeLong, with whom he resided; Frank P., also of Allentown; three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, July 27, 1950, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Telara

Mrs. Telara Fisher, 75, of Barto, Berks County, died Sunday in Reading Hospital. She had been ill four weeks. She was the widow of William Fisher. She was a member of Huff's Lutheran Church and its Ladies Aid. Surviving are a daughter, Florence Fisher, at home, and two brothers, Alfred, Shillington, Berks County, and Edwin, Columbus, Ohio. Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday in Huffs' Lutheran Church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, April 9, 1957, page 34. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Wesley H.

Wesley H. Fisher, .88, one of the oldest members of Ebenezer Evangelical United Brethren Church, died this morning at his home, 334 N. 9th St. He resided in Reading many years and for a long time operated the Fisher meat market. He retired eight years ago. In addition to his church affiliation, he was active in the Sunday school and brotherhood. He also was a member of the Adamstown camp, Patriotic Order Sons of America. He was a native of Spring Township, a son of the late Absalom and Rachel (McFarland) Fisher. His wife, Katie L. (Irwin) Fisher, preceded him in death. Surviving are these children: Kathryn, wife Warren M. Miller, Philadelphia; Allen I. of Wyomissing and William J., of Reading; three grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren; two brothers, Lorenzo H. of Reading and William I. of Mohnton, and one sister, Mrs Esther Leininger, Cleveland. T. C. Auman Inc., funeral directors, are in charge of the arrangements.

Fisher, William I.

William I. Fisher, 87, of 164 S. Church St., Mohnton, died Monday at 10:05 p.m. in the Community General Hospital, where he was a patient since July 6. Born in Adamstown, a son of the late Absalom and Rachel (McFarland) Fisher, he was a self-employed butcher for 60 years, retiring in 1967. A member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Gouglersville, he was preceded in death by his wife Ethel S. (Corwin) Fisher, Nov. 6, 1970. He is survived by a. daughter Arline, wife of George Reiner, Jr. with whom he resided; a son, Westley C., Mohnton R.D. 2, musician; three grandchildren; six great-grandchildren, and a sister, Esther, widow of the Rev. Wellington Leininger, Cleveland, Ohio. Services will be held Wednesday at 8. p.m. in Trinity Lutheran Church, Gouglersille, the Rev. Lawrence R. Tropp officiating. Entombment will be made at 10:15 a.m. in Memorial Mausoleum, Wyomissing Hills. The Kroninger Funeral home, Mohnton has charge of arrangements.

Fisher, William S.

William S. Fisher, 66, of 1931 Washington St., Fullerton, former Hokendauqua business man, died yesterday morning at his home after a six month illness. Mr. Fisher until a few years ago was associated with his son, Harold B. Fisher, in the general merchandising business in Hokendauqua. After his retirement he moved to Fullerton. His son is now in the transportation business. Born in Maxatawny, Berks county, he was a son of the late James B. and Catherine (Smith) Fisher. His parents for many years conducted a general merchandise store and hotel at Monterey, Berks county. He was a member of the Zion Maxatawny church. He is survived by his wife, Florence M. (Boyer) Fisher; two sons, William J., West Catasauqua; Harold, Hokendauqua; five grandchildren; and a brother, Fred J. Fisher, Kutztown. Rev. Luther F. Schlenker will officiate at services to be held at the late home Sunday, 1:30 p.m. Burial in Maxatawny cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, November 8, 1945, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fisher, Wilson M.

Wilson M. Fisher, for 35 years a contractor in Allentown, died at Allentown hospital yesterday at the age of 77 years. He was in the plastering and contracting business in Allentown and a resident of this city until his retirement four years ago when he moved to Barto. He was a son of the late Lawrence and Elizabeth, nee Moll, Fisher. He is survived by a daughter, Lizzie, at home, and a son, Harvey of Allentown, as well as two granddaughters and three great-granddaughters. He was a member of the Pioneer Fire Co., Allentown; Allentown Aerie of Fraternal Order of Eagles and Huffs Reformed church. Funeral at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday from the Schwenk funeral home, Boyertown, with continued services at Huffs church. Rev. J. N. Blatt, pastor of the church will officiate. Interment in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, August 28, 1944, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fister, Aurilie J.

Private services were held for Aurilie J. Fister, 89, formerly of Candy Road, Cumru Township, and Country Meadows, Wyomissing, who died in the Zerbe Sisters Nursing Home, Caernarvon Township, Lancaster County, where she had been a residence since 2002. She was the wife of Norman B. Fister. Born in Reading, she was a member of Immanuel United Church of Christ, Shillington. She graduated from Shillington High School in 1931. Fister was a teacher at Shillington Elementary School and later in the Reading School District for 20 years before retiring in 1972. In addition to her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Janilie S. Fister, Cumru Township, and Francine F. (Fister) Klein, Denver, Lancaster County, and a son, Joseph N., Cumru Township. There are also five grandchildren. The Klee Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Shillington, was in charge of the arrangements.

Fister, Clara A. (nee DeLong)

Mrs. Clara A. Fister, wife of Herman A. Fister, Kutztown banker, died at 7 o'clock last night at the Allentown hospital where she had been a patient since Sunday. She was 46 years old. Mrs. Fister, who recently moved in to a new home at 215 Main St., Kutztown, suffered a stroke at her home on Saturday. A native of Kutztown and one of that borough's most prominent women, she was a daughter of the late Amandus and Ida, nee Wendling, DeLong. She was a member of St. Paul's Reformed church, Kutztown, and fraternally was affiliated with the Eastern Star of that town. She was also a member of the Kutztown country club and, with her husband, was active in its organization. Her husband is cashier of the Farmers' National Bank of Kutztown and president of the board of trustees of the Kutztown State Teachers' College. She is survived by her husband, a son, Dr. Frederick Fister of Trexlertown, and a daughter Gene, a teacher in the Kutztown High school. A brother, Lester DeLong of East Mauch Chunk, also survives.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, February 22, 1938, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fister, David M.

Services were held in the Walter R. Christ Funeral Home, Laureldale, for David M. Fister, Moselem Church Road, Richmond Township, who died of natural causes Jan. 17 in the emergency room of Reading Hospital. He was the husband of Janet E. (Berry) Fister. Born in West Reading, he was a son of Richard Fister, Stevens, Lancaster County, and the late Doris (Clark) Fister. He was employed as a construction worker by Rubright Construction, Shoemakersville. Fister was a member of Calvary Lutheran Church, Laureldale. Also surviving are three daughters, Melanie A. Fister, Blandon; Stephanie L. (Fister) Davidson, Shoemakersville; and Kimberlie A. Fister, at home. There are also two grandchildren. Other survivors include two sisters, Robin L. (Fister) Noll, Sinking Spring and Hope A. Fister, Exeter Township.

Fister, George

George Fister of Kutztown, a native of Berks county and a resident of that section practically all of his life, died in the University of Maryland hospital in Baltimore shortly after midnight this (Tuesday) morning. He had been a patient in the hospital for the past two weeks, suffering from an unusual blood ailment. He was 67 years old. Mr. Fister was a resident of Fleetwood for many years but for the past few years resided in Kutztown where he was employed by a painting company. When he resided in Fleetwood he was employed by the Fleetwood Body Co. He was a son of the late Jacob and Mary, nee Trexler, Fister, and was educated in the schools of Berks county and in a New England school for the deaf. Surviving are his wife, Lillian, nee Thompson, Fister; a son, Theodore Fister of Reading; a daughter Julia, widow of Dudley Bromley, of Baltimore; one grand daughter, and these brothers and sisters: Charles Fister, Kutztown R.D.; Elma, wife of Edward Crone, Philadelphia; William T. Fister, Allentown; Frank Fister, Slatington; Mrs. Alice Young, Philadelphia; Mary Fister, Kutztown; Clara Fister, Atlantic City; Robert Fister, Shillington; James Fister, Reading; Herman Fister, Kutztown, and Mabel Fister of Kutztown R.D.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, March 21, 1939, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fister, Jacob A.

Jacob A. Fister, aged 78 years, 4 months and 1 day, well known in Berks county as a public school teacher, died from the effects of a stroke of apoplexy at his home at Eagle Point on Tuesday. He married Mary Ann (nee Trexler), who survives, together with the following children: Charles E., James F., Mabel J., all at home; Frank J., Slatington; William T., Allentown; George, Herman A. and Mary, all of Kutztown; Robert D., Angelica; Elma, wife of Edgar Chrone; Alice, wife of James Young, and Clara, all of Philadelphia; and 10 grandchildren. He was a member of the Reformed Church. Funeral Saturday at 10 a.m. Burial at Kutztown. Services in St. Paul's Reformed Church, Kutztown, by Rev. George B. Smith and Rev. Ritter.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, December 9, 1914, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fister, Mabel Jane

Mabel Jane Fister, 89, formerly of 237 Greenwich St., Kutztown, died Wednesday in the Mosser Nursing Home, Trexlertown. Born in Greenwich Township, Berks County, she was the youngest and last of the 14 children of Jacob A. and Mary Ann (Trexler) Fister. She resided on the family farm near Eagle Point until moving to Kutztown 10 years ago. A brother James, who died in September 1971 at the age of 92, lived with her there. Miss Fister was a member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Kutztown. Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday in the church. Calling hours will be 10 a.m. until time of services Saturday in the church. The William S. Fritz Funeral Home, Kutztown, is making arrangements.

[Source: The Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Thursday, January 25, 1973, page 55. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fister, Mary Catharine

In Hamburg, on the 15th inst., of scarlet fever, Mary Catharine, daughter of Simon S. Fister, in the 9th year of her age.

Fister, Sylvester D.

Sylvester D. Fister, for many years a resident of Topton, died Tuesday morning at his late home, the residence of W. N. Miller, Haas street, Topton, the result of a heart attack. He was 76 years old. A son of the late Daniel and Elizabeth, nee Weigle, Fister, he was born in Albany township, Berks county. He was a member of the Lutheran wing of the Maxatawny church, the Trinity Lutheran Sunday school of Topton, and the Pioneer Grange, 1777 of Topton. Surviving him are the following step-sisters and step-brothers: Mrs. Doc Fetherolf, Stinesville; Edwin and Samuel of Kempton; Alton of Seipstown, and Mrs. Wilson Bachman of Schnecksville. He was never married. Funeral services will be held at the Miller home at Topton on Friday at 1.30 p.m. with further services in the Maxatawny church. Interment will be made in the Grimsville cemetery. Rev. W. S. Dry will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, April 9, 1936, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fister, William

Sudden Death--William Fister, aged about 17 years, a son of Jacob Fister, deceased, of Hamburg, died suddenly on Monday night, at the house of George Dreibelbis, in Perry township, this county. He had been unwell for several days with a disease supposed to have been the measles. There were several other persons sleeping in the room with him, and during the night he coughed and asked for some medicine which he had been taking, and when one of his companions was about to hand it to him he was found to be a corpse.--Hamburg Herald.

Fitch, Dr. Milton L.

The funeral of James H. Fritch at Reading Saturday afternoon was followed a few hours later by the death of his brother, Dr. Milton L. Fritch, a native of Longswamp township, Berks county, and for fifty-eight years a practicing physician at Virginville, near Reading. Death, due to Bright's disease, superinduced by news of the death of his brother, came Saturday night at the residence of his son, Samuel, of 321 Oley street, Reading, at the age of 86 years. Dr. Fritch was born in Longswamp township, a son of the late Horatio N. and Lavina Geist Fritch. After receiving his early education in the township public schools, he attended Prof. D. B. Brunner's Academy in Reading and the Keystone State Normal school at Kutztown. He taught school in Longswamp township for three terms and in 1867 became clerk of the Berks county orphans court, a position offered to him unsolicited. A year after his acceptance of that position, however, he was prevailed upon to accept a position as clerk in the Reading city hall. In the spring of 1869 he started studying medicine in the office of Dr. M. S. Richards, of Rothrocksville, and subsequently attended lectures in Jefferson Medical College. He was graduated from that college as valedictorian in 1871 and located in Virginville. For the past fifty years Dr. Fritch served as an elder of the Moselem Lutheran church and was president of the building committee of the new church. He was a charter member of Camp 278, P.O.S. of A., of Virginville, and Perry Lodge, I.O.O.F., and for thirty years served as superintendent of the Sunday school at Virginville. On February 24, 1876, Dr. Fritch married Mary Lesher, daughter of Samuel and Florence (Kroninger) Lesher, who died two years ago. There survive three sons: Rev. Dr. George W. Fritch, Boyertown, pastor of the Niantic Sassamansville, Bechtelsville and Gilbertsville Lutheran parish; Samuel J. and William L., both of Reading; four grandchildren, and a brother, Samuel, Philadelphia. The funeral will be held from the home of his son, Samuel Fritch, 321 west Oley street, Reading, Wednesday afternoon at 1 o'clock with services in Moselem church at 2 o'clock. interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church.

[Source: The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Tuesday, March 17, 1931. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fitterling, Olive T.

Retired teacher Services were held in the Burkey & Driscoll Funeral Home, Hamburg, for Olive T. Fitterling, 101, of Northfield, N.J. and formerly of Hamburg, who died April 30 in Shore Memorial Hospital, Somers Point, N.J., where she had been a patient since April 21. Burial was in St. John's Cemetery, Hamburg. She was predeceased by her husband, Daniel W. Fitterling, who died Jan. 30, 1999. Born in Albany Township, she was a daughter of the late Jairus and Roda (Kunkle) Trexler. She was a 1920 graduate of the Kutztown Normal School. She was employed from 1921 to 1931 in a one-room schoolhouse in Kistler Valley; from 1931 to 1934 employed as a sixth and seventh-grade teacher in North Whitehall Township; and from 1934 to 1939, in a one-room schoolhouse in Lowhill Township, all in Lehigh County. Until retiring in 1967, she was last employed as a sixth-grade teacher at Tilden Elementary in the Hamburg School District for 11 years. Fitterling was a life member of Blue Mountain Chapter 443, Order of Eastern Star, Hamburg. She was a member of the Hamburg - Schuylkill Valley, Berks County, and Pennsylvania Retired Teachers' Associations. Fitterling was also a former member of the Hamburg Senior Citizens. Surviving are a daughter, Joanne (Fitterling) Phillips, Northfield, with whom she resided; two grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

Fitzgerald, William

Graveside services were held in Lone Mountain Cemetery, Carson City, Nevada, for William "Bill" Fitzgerald, who died April 10 in his Carson City residence. He was predeceased by his wife, Meda (Fink) Fitzgerald, who died in 1998. Born in Richmond Township, he was the son of the late William C. and Maggie (Bechtel) Fitzgerald. He and his family resided in Lyons until 1951 when they moved to Carson City. Until retiring as foreman in 1986, he was employed by the Nevada State Highway Department for 35 years. Fitzgerald was a World War II Army veteran and served in North Africa, Normandy and Germany with the 127th Combat Engineers. He was a member of the Sagebrush Chapter of the Model A Club in Carson City and a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles Carson Aerie 1006. Fitzgerald was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Carson City. Surviving are a son, Feryl Fitzgerald, Sparks, Nevada; three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and a sister, Grace Sunday, Hamburg. Walton's Chapel of the Valley, Carson City, was in charge of arrangements.

Fix, Laura May (nee Borday)

In this city on the 19th inst., Laura May (nee Borday), wife of William H. Fix, aged 54 years and 4 months. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from her late residence, 542 South 16 1/2 Street, Saturday at 2:30 Daylight Time. Services at the house. Interment in Aulenbach's Cemetery. Remains can be viewed at the residence Friday evening.

Fix, William L.

William L. Fix, the 12-year-old son of William P. Fix, of Reading, on Saturday accompanied his father to a farm, and while the men were loading straw in the barn, he jumped from a loft, striking on the prongs of a raised hay fork, which entered the boy's right eye and penetrated the brain. He was thrown into spasms, but lived 24 hours.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, October 5, 1904, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Obituaries, Death Notices, and Funeral Notices - F

Faber, Jacob

Faber, Violet M. (nee Hinnershitz)

Fabian, Joseph J.

Fackler, Mary C.

Fagley, Andrew

Fagley, Daniel

Fahrbach, John A.

Fahringer, Annie E.V. (nee Reppert)

Fahs, Sallie

Fair, Abigail

Fair, Mrs. John (nee Leibensperger)

Fair, Samuel

Fair, Thomas

Fairchild, Carrie E. (nee Prutzman)

Falasco, Leo

Falkenstein, Marie H.

Famons, John

Fancher Jr., Ibra S.

Farig, Daniel

[Note: This man's surname was actually Sarig.]

Farina, Gwendolyn D.

Farnsworth, Ruth A.

Farrell, Joseph A.

Farrell, Willard E.

Fasnacht, Leona H.

Fassold, Willie

Fatz, Adam

Fatzinger, Emeline (nee Frederick)

Fatzinger, Kate

Fatzinger, Kate

Fatzinger, Mrs. Robert I.

Faude, Dorothy M.

Faude, Karl G.

Faul, Mary

Faust, Annie I.

Faust, Benneville B.

Faust, Christina

Faust, Elizabeth

Faust, Ellen

Faust, Ellen

Faust, Emma R. (nee Freeman)

Faust, Esther M. (nee Derr)

Faust, Henry U.

Faust, Gabriel

Faust, Guy H.

Faust, Howard A.

Faust, Howard Milton and William Mandon

Faust, Johannes

Faust, Jonathan

Faust, Llewellyn R.

Faust, Lorraine A.

Faust, Lydia L.

Faust, Norma J.

Faust, Peter

Faust, Peter

Faust, Raymond G.

Faust, Sarah (nee Shuberstein)

Faust, Shirley M. (nee Brickel)

Faust, William

Faust, William L.

Favilla, Louis

Favinger III, Walter C.

Feather, Albert

Feather, Infant of Ambrose

Feather, Isaac

Feather, Margaret

Feather, Maria Appolonia

Feather, Mary

Feather, Mayme B.

Feather, Milton E.

Feather, Peter

Feather, Solomon

Feather, William

The Late William Feather

Feeg, Celia M.

Feeg, Eva E.

Feeg, William

Feeney, Clare A.

Feeney, John J.