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Flaim, Kenneth P.

Kenneth P. "Fuzzy" Flaim, 40, of Bernville, Berks County, formerly of 710 E. Mahanoy Ave., Mahanoy City, died Tuesday night at home. Born in Shenandoah Heights, he was a son of Louis P. Sr. and Rose Marie Flaim, Mahanoy City. He was a 1975 graduate of Marian High School. He worked briefly for Sealy Corp., Delano, and was employed by Dana Corp., Reading. Surviving, in addition to his parents, are four brothers, Louis Jr., Barnesville, Edward, Vulcan, Anthony and Eric, both at home; three sisters, Linda Fegley, Vulcan, Kerry Mega, Hamburg, and Gail, at home; aunts and uncles; cousins; nieces and nephews. Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday from David D. Jarrett Funeral Home, Mahanoy City. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. in St. Fidelis Church, Mahanoy City. Interment will be in the parish cemetery, Mahanoy Township.

Flammer, Martin

Martin Flammer, aged 72 years 1 month and 8 days died of a complication at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at his home, 157 West Buttonwood street. He was ill two years and was bedfast seven weeks. Mr. Flammer was born in Ruttenberg German, June 2, 1849, and in 1881 sailed for America, coming almost directly to Reading. Until his retirement eight years ago, he was a brewer, employed at the Muhlenberg Brewery. Deceased was affiliated with the Brewers' Union, the Bavarian Association, and St. John's Lutheran Church. He is survived by his widow, Frederica (Segmeyer) Flammer, and four children, as follows: Carl, Reading, Louisa, wife of Rolland Balliet, Philadelphia, Katherine, wife of Harry Flatt, Reading, and Amelia, wife of Edgar Eames, Allentown. A brother, Godfried, in Germany, also survives.

Flannery, Wilbur

POTTSTOWN. Wilbur F. Flannery, son of the late Rev. James Flannery, died at the residence of his mother, on King Street, yesterday morning shortly after nine o'clock, of consumption. Deceased was a man of unusual talent and ability, and a great favorite among all who had the pleasure of his acquaintance.

Flatt, Miriam D.

Services were held in Trinity Lutheran Church, Reading, for Miriam D. Flatt, formerly of Monroe Street, Hyde Park, who died March 8 in the Henry Health Care Center at the Lutheran Home at Topton, where she had resided 31/2 months. Previously, she had resided two years at the Caum Memorial Home, Hampden Boulevard. Burial was in Charles Evans Cemetery. She was predeceased by her husband, Walter C. Flatt, Sr., who died Sept. 10, 1972. Born in Quarryville, Lancaster County, she was a daughter of the late Paul and Jenny (Coldren) Troutman. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, where she was also a past president of the Lutheran Church Women. She is survived by a son, Walter C., Jr., Reading. There are three grandsons. Also surviving are a brother, Paul R. Troutman, Wernersville; and a sister, Esther (Troutman) Colliflower, Miami. Lutz Funeral Home Inc., Mount Penn, is in charge of arrangements.

Fleck, Mildred E.

Services will be Thursday for Mildred E. Fleck, 83, of Gradin Avenue, Baltimore, formerly of Boyertown, who died August 9 in Northwest Hospital Center, Randallstown, Md. Her husband, William Y. Fleck, died in 1994. Born in Woodbine, York County, Fleck was employed for more than 40 years as a teacher; working at Palmyra High School, Lebanon County; Lower Chanceford High School, York County; Waynesboro High School, Franklin County; Daniel Boone High School; and lastly at Schuylkill Valley, retiring in 1986. She was a member of Good Shepherd United Church of Christ, Boyertown, and Pine Grove Presbyterian Church, Airville, York County. Fleck was a 1937 graduate of Chanceford Township High School, York County; received a bachelor's degree in commercial education from Elizabethtown College in 1941; and completed post-graduate studies at the University of Southern California. She is survived by a daughter, Lois E. (Fleck) Losh, with whom she last resided, and a son, Robert K., Reiffton. Fleck was predeceased by a son, William C. Fleck. Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday in Pine Grove Church. Burial will be in Pine Grove Cemetery, Airville. The arrangements are being handled by the Schumacher & Benner Funeral Home, Pottstown.

Fleming, Oscar

Fleming--In this city, on the 24th inst., Oscar Fleming, aged 29 years, 4 months and 7 days. The relatives and friends of the family, and the members of the Ringgold Band, (B. Henry, Leader) of which deceased was a member, are invited to attend his funeral on Saturday afternoon, at 1 o'clock, from his late residence, No. 37 Reed Alley. Services at the house. Interment at Charles Evans Cemetery.

Flemming, Valeria P.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated for Valerie P. Flemming, 76, of Alsace Road, who died February 8. She had been a resident of Berkshire Manor, Exeter Township for the past three weeks. She was the wife of Edward J. Flemming Jr. Born in Reading, she had been employed for 15 years by The Best Things in Reading, retiring as manager in 1991. She was a member of St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, Reading. Flemming is also survived by a daughter, Stacie (Flemming) Green, Tampa, Fla. There are also three grandchildren. The Mass will be celebrated Friday at 10 a.m. in St. Joseph Church. Burial will be Gethsemane Cemetery. The Bean Funeral Home Inc., Reading, is in charge of the arrangements.

Flicker Calvin L.

Calvin L. Flicker, 72, retired farmer of Mertztown R. 1, Berks County, and husband of Mrs. Amanda (Oldt) Flicker, died at noon Wednesday in Allentown Hospital. He was admitted there July 29. A native of Rockland Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Jacob and Lovina (Levan) Flicker. He was a member of the Lutheran wing of Longswamp church, and of the Topton Fire Co. He is survived by his wife; two daughters, Mrs. Fred Merkle, Maxatawny, and Mrs. Arthur Moser, Breinigsville R. 1; four sons, Paul, Mertztown R. 1; Charles, at home; Norman, Maxatawny, and Arthur, Allentown; 11 grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, August 6, 1953, page 35. Submitted by Jerri.]

Flicker, Charles E.

Charles E. Flicker, 48, of 46 E. Weiss St., Topton, died Monday in the Veterans Hospital in Lebanon. He was the husband of Hilda M. (Hilbert) Flicker. Employed as a metal worker for the Boyertown Body Co., he served in the Army during World War II in the Pacific theater. Born in Rockland Township, Berks County, he was a son of Mrs. Verna (Eckert) Flicker and the late Robert Flicker. Flicker was a member of the United church of Christ congregation of New Jerusalem Union Church, Fleetwood, R. 1. Surviving besides his mother and widow are three daughters, Gayle P., wife of Francis Zettlemoyer of Topton; Anabelle F. and Ruth Ann, both at home; A sister, Dorothy, wife of Francis Schlegel of Mertztown R. 1; a brother, William, of Fleetwood; and one grandchild. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday in the church. Call 7-8:30 p.m. Friday at the Earl a. Trexler Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, November 24, 1970, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Flicker, Fyanna Susan (nee Ritz)

Mrs. Fyanna Susan Flicker, 84, passed away Sunday at the Lutheran home in Topton. She was a daughter of the late Daniel and Floranda (Angstadt) Ritz. Her husband, Leonard Flicker, preceded her in death. She was a member of Christ Lutheran Church, Dryville. Funeral services will be held at the Shofer funeral home, 107 Main St., Topton, at 2 p.m. Wednesday. Interment in Dryville cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, June 25, 1946, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Flicker, Helen A.

Helen A. Flicker, 73, of 205 Luther Meadows, Topton, died Thursday at 6:15 am in the Lehigh Valley Hospital, near Allentown, where she had been a patient since Monday. Her husband, Charles J. Flicker died in 1963. Born in Hamburg, she was a daughter of the late William C. and Minnie E. (Rentschler) Seaman. She was employed for more than 20 years as a scanner by the former Long Valley Rug Mill, Mertztown, and was last employed as a housekeeper by W.E. Yoder Inc., Kutztown, from 1964 until her retirement in 1980. She was a member of Longswamp United Church of Christ, Mertztown RD 2. Flcker, who resided with Clarence L. Knerr, is survived by a sister, Esther, widow of Bertus Shollenberger, Kutztown; and four brothers: Clarence W. Seaman, Hamburg; Raymond H. Seaman, Berne; Arlan E. Seaman, Shoemakersville; and Lawrence S. Seaman, Kutztown. The Ludwick Funeral Home, Topton, is in charge of arrangements.

Flicker, Leonard D.

Leonard D. Flicker, a resident of Dryville, Berks county, died at his home yesterday in his 70th year. Death came as the result of a stroke sustained a week ago. He is survived by his widow, Fianna (Ritz) Flicker; two sons, Robert, Dryville, and Horace, Kutztown; four daughters, Mrs. Calvin Hertzog, Fredericksville; Mrs. Paul Freas, Denver; Mrs. Augustus Henricks, Reading, and Mrs. Charles Kline, Topton; two brothers, Jacob, Breinigsville, and Lewis, Boyertown. Funeral from the residence in Dryville on Saturday at 1.30 p.m. Further services in New Jerusalem church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, November 21, 1928, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Flickinger, Edward M.

Flickinger--In this city, on the 19th inst., Edward M., son of Catharine and the late Henry Flickinger, aged 50 years, 1 month and 19 days. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from the residence of his mother, 241 Saul's Court, on Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Services at the house. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery.

Flickinger, Evelyn K.

Evelyn K. Flickinger, 86, formerly of Robesonia, died Monday afternoon in Evangelical Congregational Church Retirement Villiage, Myerstown, Lenaon County, where she had resided seven years. Her husband, Malcolm W. Flickinger, died Sept. 21, 1975. Born in Myerstown, she was a daughter of the late Walter and Gussie (Frantz) Miller. She was a member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Robesonia. Surviving are a son: Dennis, York; and three daughters: Grietjie, wife of Glenn L. Flock, Paulsbo, Wash.; Britta, wife of Leonard Hammer, Fresno, Calif.; and Elsa, wife of Leonard Yingst, Robesonia. Other survivors include a sister, Margaret, widow of Linwood Wagner, a resident at the ECC Retirement Village; three grandchildren and a great-grandchild. Services will be Friday at 10:30 a.m. in Lamm & Witman Funeral Home Inc., Wernersville. Burial will be in Heidelberg Cemetery, Robesonia.

Flower, Charles

Charles Flower, an aged and respected resident of Topton, died suddenly of heart disease at 8 o'clock on Friday morning at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Edwin H. Matz, Home avenue, Topton. He was aged 70 years, 10 months and 11 days. Mr. Flower was born in Maidencreek township, Berks county, a son of the late Nathan and Barbara (Williams) Flower. He resided at Blandon until about nine years ago when he moved with his wife to Topton to live with their only daughters, Mrs. Matz. Mr. Flower had been employed for forty-five years at the Blandon Rolling Mills. During five years of the time he spent in Topton, he was a watchman at the Topton crossing of the Philadelphia & Reading railroad. Mr. Flower was a member of the Evangelical church at Blandon, of the P.O.S. of A. at Blandon, and the Red Men at Fleetwood. He is survived by his widow, Esther H. (Dubson) Flower, and a daughter, Mrs. Matz. Funeral services will be held at the home of his daughter on Home avenue, on Monday afternoon at 1 o'clock, with continued services in the Blandon Evangelical church, and interment in the Union cemetery at Blandon. Rev. Dissinger of Royersford will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, January 23, 1926, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Flower, Esther (nee Dobson)

Mrs. Esther Dobson Flower, widow of Charles W. Flower, died yesterday at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Edwin H. Matz, Topton, from a complication of diseases with which she had been ailing for the past several years. She had been bedfast for three weeks. She was aged 73 years. She was a daughter of the late Martin and Esther Haines Dobson and was born at Blandon. Her husband preceded her in death by about three years. She was a member of the Evangelical church at Blandon and of the Ladies of the Golden Eagle at Birdsboro. There survive a daughter, Mrs. Edwin H. Matz, three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. The funeral will be held Thursday morning. Brief services at the residence of her daughter will be followed by regular services in the Union church, Blandon, and interment in the cemetery adjoining. Rev. H. J. Klein, of Kutztown, will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, April 16, 1929, page 14. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fluck, Warren J.

Warren J. Fluck, 73, of Quakertown, died May 19, 2003 in LifeQuest Nursing Center, Milford Township. He was the husband of Madeline K. (Stein) Fluck. They were married 46 years last July. Born in Richlandtown, he was the son of the late Samuel B. and Florence (Hessee) Fluck. He was last employed in the maintenance department of the Country Place in Perkasie. Prior to that, he worked at the former Murlin Manufacturing and the former Krupp Foundry, both in Quakertown. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Quakertown. He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving during the Korean War, and a member of the Sellersville V.F.W. Forrest Lodge. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Warren W. of Souderton and Gregory G. of Quakertown; one sister, Helen Fluck of Richlandtown; and four grandchildren. A memorial service will be held May 28 at 7 p.m. in the C. R. Strunk Funeral Home Inc., 821 W. Broad St., Quakertown. Calling hours will be from 6 to 7 p.m. in the funeral home. Memorial contributions can be made to the Sellersville V.F.W. Forrest Lodge, 2118 Old Bethlehem Pike, Sellersville, PA 18960. Arrangements: The C.R. Strunk Funeral Home Inc., 821 W. Broad St., Quakertown, PA 18951.

Focht, David H.

Focht, John H.

John H. Focht died of nervous prostration at 2 p.m. Sunday ay his residence,7241/2 Franklin, after a brief illness, aged 48 years. He was born in Lebanon and was the son of John and Sarah Focht, both deceased. While a young man he learned the trade of typesetting on the Lebanon Advertiser.

Twenty-five years ago he came to Reading and worked at the "case" in the Times office, after which he secured a position on the reportorial staff of the News. Next he was on the Eagle, and in several years returned to the Times, where he filled the position of city editor for 8 years, up to his recent illness. Deceased was an active member of the Reading Press Club and for several years was vice president of the organization. He belonged to Camp 212, P.O.S. of A.; Fidelia Chamber, No. 23, Knights of friendship, and Reading Castle, No. 49, Knights of the Golden Eagle. Besides his widow, Mary, he leaves two sisters, Alice and Lizzie Focht, both residing in Lebanon. He was a conscientious newsgather, devoted to his calling, a ready writer and had an extensive acquaintanceship. He was a veteran fisherman, and one of the best posted authorities in the city on the subject.

Focht, Joseph R.

The Rev. Joseph R. Focht, a retired Lutheran minister, died at James' Creek, Huntington county, aged 80 years.

Focht, Mae A.

Funeral services were held for Mae A. (Christman) Focht, 86, of Old Swede Road, Douglassville, who died February 27 in her home. She was the widow of Paul A. Focht. Born in Gilbertsville, she was a homemaker. She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Douglassville. Surviving are a son, David P. Focht of Douglassville; a daughter, Joan L. Riegner of Douglassville. Also a brother, Harold Christman of Douglassville; a sisters, Marie Krigolo of Pottstown; seven grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Marilyn J. Thompson, in 1994. Also, three brothers and three sisters. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Berks Visiting Nurse Association, 1170 Berkshire Blvd., Wyomissing, PA 19610; or to St. Paul's Lutheran Church Memorial Fund, 548 Old Swede Road, Douglassville, PA 19518; or to the Berks County Office of Aging, County Service Center, 633 Court St., Reading, PA 19601. Burial was in St. Paul's Cemetery, Amityville. The Linwood W. Ott Funeral Home Inc., Boyertown handled the arrangements.

Fogel, Mary Jane (nee Hummel)

Fogel, Mrs. Mary Jane, widow of the late Elvin D. Fogel, was born January 13, 1861, in Kreidersville, Pa., a daughter of the late William and Matilda Hummel, and went home to be with the Lord on December 11, 1953, from the home of her niece and husband, Mr. and Mrs. Victor Schaeffer [sic], in Fullerton, Pa., with whom she made her home, after an earthly pilgrimage of 92 years, 10 months and 28 days. She was a member of Seibert Evangelical Congregational Church, Allentown, for more than 50 years. She was also a member of the Willing Workers Class of the Bible School and a member of the Missionary Society. She was a Faithful member until infirmity of years prevented her from attending. She was the last member of her immediate family. She is survived by several nieces and nephews. The funeral service was conducted by the undersigned from the Burkholder Funeral Home in Allentown. The body was laid to rest in Hillside Cemetery, Fullerton. __Rev. J. R. weaver

[Source: The United Evangelical (Myerstown, PA), vol. XXX, no. 2, January 12, 1954, p. 13. Submitted by: Lynn.]

Fogelman, Oscar L.

Oscar L. Fogelman, 74, 603 N. 13th Street S., died in Allentown at 1:45 a.m. Tuesday. He had been in ill health for the past 11 years. Born in Womelsdorf, Dec. 14, 1872, he was the son of the late Mahlon and Elizabeth (Laucks) Fogleman. He was the husband of the late Mrs. Sarah J. (Kemmerer) Fogleman. At one time he and his son, Paul Fogleman, with whom he resided at the above address, had conducted an automobile repair shop at 717 Washington St. Previous to this he had been a hardware clerk in several local stores. He was of the Reformed faith. Surviving besides he son are two granddaughters, Lois and Janet Fogleman and two sisters, Mrs. Eva Fisher and Leah Fogleman, both of Womelsdorf. Funeral services at 1:30 p.m. Friday from the Luther D. Grim funeral home, 136-148 N. 12 St. Internment in Union cemetary, Womelsdorf. Calling hours are 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday.

Foley, Thomas J.

Services were held for Thomas J. Foley, 71, of Bow Lane, Gilbertsville, husband of Dolores (Halpin) Foley, who died May 2 in Pottstown Memorial Medical Center. Born in Philadelphia, Foley retired from AT&T, formerly Western Electric, of King of Prussia after 32 years of service. He was a Navy veteran of the Korean War. Foley was a member of the Most Blessed Sacrament Roman Catholic Church in Bally. In addition to his wife, he is survived by three sons, Thomas Foley of Jeffersonville, and Brian Foley and Eric Foley, both of Pottstown; five daughters, Paula Gravinese of Boyertown, Jeanine Foley Tyree of Houston, Texas, Lisa Williams of Stowe, Christine Chesney of Harrisburg and Jenn Foley of Oley; and nine grandchildren. Contributions may be made to Bon Homie Ltd., 470 N. Lewis Road, Limerick, PA 19468; or to Most Blessed Sacrament Roman Catholic Church, 610 Pine St., Bally, PA 19503. Burial was in Most Blessed Sacrament Church Cemetery. The arrangements were handled by the Catagnus Funeral Home, Boyertown.

Folk, Aaron H.

Aaron H. Folk of Polo, Ill., a former resident of Longswamp township, died suddenly on Monday. He is survived by a wife, two sons and a daughter and also by a sister, Mrs. F. H. Erb, of LaTrobe, Pa. Mrs. Hiram Dettra and Mrs. William Burke, of Philadelphia, and these brothers and sisters: Adam, Reuben, Jacob, of Topton, and Mrs. Leah Reichert, of Topton; Job and Cyrenius, of Reading. He was 52 years old.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, February 22, 1908, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Folk, Albert L.

Albert L. Folk, aged 35 years, died of typhoid fever at Reading. Mr. Folk was born in Rockland township, lived in Friedensburg for some years and came to Reading about 11 years ago. He was employed at the Reading Company's shops. Deceased was an active member of the Lutheran congregation of Friedensburg Union Church. Besides his widow, Sarah E. (nee Ganger), deceased is survived by these brothers and sisters: Garian Folk, near Kutztown; Mrs. Chas. Reppert, Lyons; Mrs. Frank Hartman, Bechtelsville; Orlandus Folk, Yellow House; Mrs. James Ehst, Bechtelsville; James Folk, near Spies' Church; Nathan Folk, Oley Line; Edwin Folk, near Friedensville.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, December 9, 1908, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Folk, Angelina (nee Conrad)

Angelina, widow of Serenus Folk, died at her home at Macungie, on Sunday morning, aged 63 years, 6 months and 9 days. Deceased was sick of a complication of diseases for a considerable time and had gone to a hospital for relief but she did not survive long. She was a daughter of Daniel and Rachel Conrad and was born in District Township, Berks county. The husband preceded her in death about ten years. The family resided at Macungie about fifteen years. There survive these children: Harvey and William, of Fleetwood; Clara and Mrs. Goodhard, of Washington, D.C.; Mary, Wilson and Herbert, at home. The funeral will be held on Wednesday afternoon at 1 o'clock, with services at the house and interment in Longswamp cemetery. Rev. Wm. Meckstroth will conduct the services and Levi Funk has charge of the remains.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, October 31, 1922, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Folk, Annabelle R.

Services were held for Annabelle R. Folk, 73, of Barnes Avenue, Roslyn, Montgomery County, who died January 17 in Abington Memorial Hospital. She was the wife of William Folk Sr. Born in Oley, she was an elementary teacher in the Abington School District for more than 40 years before retiring. Folk was a member of Living Word Lutheran Church, Roslyn, where she was a choir member, Sunday school teacher and Bible school director. She directed the Headstart Program at Abington Free Library, where she was an adult literacy tutor and a story-reader to children. She is also survived by a son, William Jr., and two daughters, Lynda (Folk) Bock, Roslyn, and Cynthia Folk, Washington, D.C. Also surviving are a brother; a sister and four grandchildren. Burial was in Whitemarsh Memorial Park, Prospectville, Montgomery County. The John R. Freed Funeral Home Inc., Glenside, Montgomery County, handled the arrangements.

Folk, Annabelle R.

Among the local survivors of Annabelle R. (Rhoads) Folk, Roslyn, Montgomery County, who died Jan. 17 in Abington Memorial Hospital, is a brother, Marlin Rhoads, Mertztown, and a sister, Shirley Rhoads, Fleetwood.

Folk, Charles

Charles Folk, of near Mertztown, died suddenly on Monday of apoplexy, aged 84 years. He is survived by his wife, two sons and four daughters, P. D. Folk, of Breinigsville, Charles B. and Alice A. Folk, living at home; Mrs. L. H. Lichtenwarner, of Cetronia; Mrs. M. B. Rabenold and Mrs. F. H. Brobst, of Reading. The funeral will be held on Saturday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, February 8, 1905, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Folk, Charles B.

Charles B. Folk, a Mertztown R. 1 farmer nearly all his life, died at 7 p.m. Saturday at home. He was 83. He had been in failing health a year. Folk lived his entire lifetime on the farm where he was born. He was a son of the late Charles and Roselinda (Schmoyer) Folk. His wife, Mrs. Sarah (Long) Folk, died in 1939. In recent years, he worked the farm with his two sons, Charles and Walter. He was graduated from the Interstate Commercial College, Reading, in 1892. He was a member of the Evangelical and Reformed congregation of Longswamp Union Church, where he was many years both deacon and elder. Besides his two sons at home, he is survived by a sister, Mrs. Mantana Brobst, Reading, and several nieces and nephews. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday in his home, with continued services in Longswamp Union Church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, January 16, 1956, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Folk, Charles O.D.

Charles O. D. Folk, son of the late Orin and Anna Folk, died yesterday at the home of his uncle, Charles W. Reppert, No. 720 Mulberry street. He suffered with a complication of diseases for several weeks. Deceased was 23 years of age and was born in Berks county. Since boyhood he had resided with his uncle and aunt. He is survived by a brother, John Folk, of Watertown, N.Y., and a sister, Verda Folk, of this city. He was a member of Allen Council, No. 758, Independent Order of Americans. Deceased was employed in the Givernaud Silk Mill as loom fixer and silk weaver.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, April 6, 1906, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Folk, Claude D.

Funeral services were held for Claude D. Folk, 90, of Antietam Road, Alsace Township, who died February 16 in Spruce Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, West Reading, where he had resided for a short time. He was the husband of Erma M. (Steiger) Folk. Born in Stony Creek Mills, Folk was employed as a full-fashion knitter for several companies in Berks County, and was last employed for many years as a driver/salesman by Consolidated Freightways until his retirement. A Marine Corps veteran of World War II, he received the Purple Heart. Folk is also survived by a daughter, Dolores A. (Folk) Gibilisco, Muhlenberg Park, and a son, Charles C., Reading. Other survivors include two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Burial was in Spies (Zion) Cemetery, Alsace Township. The Christ & Catagnus Funeral Home Inc., Oley, handled the arrangements.

Folk, Cyrenius

Cyrenius Folk died of a complication of diseases at the County Home, aged 48 years. He had been living alone near Macungie and was sick and quite helpless for some time. He was taken to the home on Monday. He was a native of Berks County and came to Lehigh eight years ago. His wife, four sons and two daughters survive. The funeral will be held today, with interment at the Longswamp Church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, August 26, 1910, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Folk, Cyrenius

Cyrenius Folk died of a complication of diseases at the county home on Tuesday, aged 48 years. He had been living alone near town and was sick and helpless for some time. He was taken to the home on Monday. Deceased was a native of Berks county and came to these parts some eight years ago. He was a laborer. His wife, four sons, and two daughters survive. The funeral will be held tomorrow (Friday), from the home of the family here. Interment will be made at the Longswamp church.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, August 25, 1910, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Folk, Edwin

Edwin Folk, of Walnut street, Macungie, died on Thursday at 6.45 a.m., of heart disease, aged 24 years, 11 months and 13 days. He was a son of the late Cyrenus Folk and his wife Angelina, nee Conrad. There survive his wife Bessie, nee Reinert, his mother, three small children, Viola, Earl and Lena, and the following brothers and sisters: Mary, Wilson and Herbert, of Macungie; Clara, of Bethlehem; Harvey of Bryn Mawr, and William, of Fleetwood. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday afternoon at 1 o'clock from his late home. Continued services and interment at Longswamp, Rev. W. L. Meckstroth officiating. Undertaker DeLong, of Alburtis, is in charge.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, May 2, 1919, page 19. Submitted by Jerri.]

Folk, Effie B. (nee Ritter)

Mrs. Effie B., nee Ritter, Folk, widow of P. D. Folk, of near Maxatawny, died at 4:30 a.m. yesterday in her home at the age of 80. She had been in failing health for several years. Mrs. Folk was a native of Breinigsville, a daughter of the late Nathaniel and Anna Louise, nee Bean, Ritter. She was of the Reformed faith and a member of the Maxatawny church. She was the last of her family. There survive three daughters, Anna, wife of Charles D. J. Metzger, Hamburg; Esther, wife of Dr. Charles F. Smith, Topton; Ada B., wife of George F. Kern, at home; a son, Rev. Ralph L. Folk, Esterly, Pa.; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Her husband died 14 years ago. Rev. Franklin D. Slifer will officiate at funeral services in the late home, near Maxatawny, on Friday, 2 p.m., with interment in Maxatawny Zion cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, November 27, 1946, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Folk, Emelina

Mrs. Emelina, wife of Carolus Folk, Broad street, died Monday morning at four o'clock, age 45 years, 3 months and 25 days. Death was due to a complication of diseases. Deceased had not been in good health for some time. She was a native of Grimsville, Berks county, and was a daughter of the late Methuselah and Rebecca Conrad. The survivors are the husband, two sons, Frank and Charles, of Emaus; three grandchildren, and three brothers, Charles Conrad, of Lock Haven, Moses Conrad, of Great Bend, and Isaac Conrad, of Tamaqua. The funeral will take place on Friday forenoon with services at her late home at 9.45 o'clock. Interment will be made in the Lutheran and Reformed Rev. John B. Stoudt, past of St. John's Reformed congregation, of which the deceased was a member, will officiate. Funeral director, Fred Reinsmith is in charge.

[Source: Emaus News, Macungie Progress, Thursday, March 17, 1910, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Folk, Esther Ella

Folk -- In Muhlenberg Township, on the 25th, Esther Ella, daughter of Wm. R. and Valeria Folk, aged 8 years, 5 month and 27 days. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from the residence of her parents, Pricetown Rd., Muhlenberg Township on Wednesday morning, March 30th, at 9:30 o'clock at the house. Services and Interment at Alsace Church.

Folk, Gladys M. (nee Springer)

Gladys M. Folk, 86, formerly of Muhlenberg Township, died June 2, 2008, at 1:10 p.m. in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient since May 29.

She was taken to the hospital from Hearthstone at Maidencreek Assisted Living Community, where she had resided since February 2005.

Born in Shillington, she was a daughter of the late Paul W. and Edna L. (Umbenhouer) Springer.

Surviving is a daughter, Shirley A. (Folk), wife of Robert W. Smith, Muhlenberg Township.

Other survivors include a sister, Mildred M. (Springer) Keller, Lancaster; and a brother, Richard A. Springer, Shillington.

There are also three grandchildren: William R., husband of Valerie Smith, Blandon; Philip M., husband of Kelly Smith, Mohrsville; and Beth Smith, Albrightsville; and four greatgrandchildren: Andrea, Cassidy, Colin and Daelee.

Services will be Friday at 1 p.m. in Bean Funeral Homes, 129 E. Lancaster Ave., Shillington, with the Rev. Dr. Stephen Ohnsman officiating. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Shillington. The family will receive friends Friday noon to 1 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Compassionate Care, 100 Brown St., Suite 23, Middletown, PA 17057, in memory of Mrs. Gladys M. Folk.

Folk, John P.

John P. Folk, of Fleetwood, rural delivery carrier for the past ten years, died on Thursday night of Bright's disease, aged 44 years. Mr. Folk was in ill health for the past nine months and confined to bed for four weeks. Mr. Folk was a carriage builder and was in business for some year. Politically, Mr. Folk was a Republican and took an active interest in the affairs of his party for many years. He served as Republican committeeman for 12 years. He was a member of the Fleetwood U.E. church, Lodge No. 142, Knights of Pythias, and the Maccabees. His widow, Jennie (nee Floyd), and these children remain: Mrs. Elmer Yoder, Elsie, William and Russell, at home, besides a brother, Richard F., and a sister, Louise schoedler, both of Fleetwood.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, September 1, 1913, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Folk, Lovina

Lovina Folk died at her home in Topton, aged 65 years. Deceased was stricken with apoplexy last Saturday from the effects of which she died. About a year ago a felon grew upon her forefinger and this gradually paralyzed her forearm so she was unable to use it. A husband and two children survive.

Folk, Rosalina (nee Schmoyer)

Mrs. Rosalina Folk (nee Schmoyer) died at the age of 82 years at the old Folk farm, a mile north of Mertztown. Her husband, Charles Folk, preceded her in death eight years ago. The following children survive: Chas. B. Folk, at home; P. D. Folk, Maxatawny; Mrs. F. H. Brobst and Mrs. Milton Rabenold, Reading; Mrs. Agnes Lichtenwalner, Cedarville; Mrs. Alice Shirer, at home. The funeral took place Friday morning at the Longswamp Church, of which she was a member for 60 years. Rev. Wm. F. Bond, of Shamrock, officiated. Deceased was a daughter of Josiah and Christina (nee Trexler) Schmoyer, both deceased. Nineteen grandchildren survive.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, July 22, 1912, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Folk, Verdie

Verdie Folk, Mertztown R. 1, formerly of Longswamp township, died yesterday at Shillington. She was 62 years old. Survivors are her stepfather, Charles Reppert, Allentown; four stepsisters and a stepbrother, Elsie, wife of John Miller, Fleetwood R. 1; Ruth, Charles, Esther and Nancy Reppert, all of Allentown. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, February 10, 1951, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Folmer, Stella R. (nee Rothermel)

Stella R. Folmer, 92, of Centre St., Muhlenberg Twp., died Feb. 28 at 7:20 a.m. in ManorCare Health Services, Inc. where she had been a patient since Jan 3. She was the wife of Wayne A. Folmer. Born in Ontelaunee Twp., she was a daughter of the late John S and Deborah (Swavely) Rothermel.

Folmer was employed for 20 years as a topper by Rosedale Knitting Mills, Laureldale, retiring in 1952. She was a member of Alsace Luther Church, Hyde Park. Folmer was a 1929 graduate of Ontelaunee Vocational High School.

She is also survived by a sister, Deborah (Rothermel) Hill, Stony Creek, and a half sister, Blanche (Kanter) Rothenberger, Alsace Twp.

Services will be Monday at 10 a.m. in Walter R Christ Funeral Home, Inc., Laureldale. Burial will be in Good Shepherd Cemetery, Tuckerton.

Foos, Mary (nee Phillippi)

Mrs. Mary Foos, wife of George Foos, sr., a member of Select Council from the Seventh Ward, died at the residence of her husband, 40 North Seventh street, in the 67th (?) year of her age. She had suffered from asthma and dropsy ten years. She was the daughter of Jacob Phillippi, deceased; was the mother of ten children, 5 of whom, three sons and two daughters, are living. She was a kind and estimable lady.

Foos, Rebecca (nee Whiskeyman)

Mrs. Rebecca Foos, widow of William P. Foos, this city, died at Harrisburg, aged 54 years. Her maiden name was Whiskeyman and she was a life long member of the Reformed church. Three children survive: William P., Frank and Mary. Francis Whiskeyman, this city, is a brother. Undertaker Charles Henninger left for Harrisburg and will bring the remains to Reading late this afternoon.

Foose, David

Foose - In Bernville, February 28th, David Foose, husband of Mary Ellen Saeman, and son of Joseph and Judith Foose, aged 27 years, 1 month and 15 days.

Foose, Maria Foltz

Maria Foltz Foose, 78, Fleetwood, died of breast cancer Nov. 7 in ManorCare Health Services Inc., Muhlenberg Township. She was predeceased by her first husband, Ira Foltz, in September 1968, and by her second husband, Horman O. Foose, on Oct. 19, 1997. Born in Wels, Austria, she was a daughter of the late Georg and Leokadia (Winzeg) Herndlebaur. Foose was the owner-operator of H. O. Foose Tinsmithing, Fleetwood, for 25 years retiring in 1998. Surviving are a daughter, Sylvia A. (Foltz) Keller, Richland, Lebanon County; and a son Robert C. Foltz, Gainesville, Fla. Other survivors include four grandchildren, two stepgrandchildren and a great-grandchild. Services will be Saturday at 9:30 a.m. in the Mae A. Stump Funeral Home Inc., Fleetwood. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton.

Foose, Robert L.

Robert L. Foose, 75, of Lake Road, Ruscombmanor Township, died April 3 in Reading Hospital. He was the husband of Patricia A. (Strunk) Foose. Born in Ruscombmanor Township, he was a son of the late Horman O. and Endora M. (Miller) Foose. Foose had been employed for 25 years by Precision Technology, Douglassville, retiring as maintenance supervisor in 2003. He previously worked for Empire Steel Castings Inc., Muhlenberg Township. He was an Army veteran of the Korean War. Foose was a retired member of the Fleetwood Police Auxiliary. He is also survived by a son, Terry A., Blandon; and two stepdaughters, Suzanne L. (Wittman) Mountz, Reading, and Candie A. (Wittman) Butz, Mertztown. Other survivors include a sister, Jean (Foose) Reinert, Dryville. There are also four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Services will be Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. in Mae A. Stump Funeral Home Inc., Fleetwood. Burial will be in Maidencreek Cemetery, Blandon.

Foreman, Maria

Foreman, Maria T.

Foreman--On Tuesday, June 3rd, Maria T., daughter of Philip and Elizabeth Foreman, aged 14 years, 3 months and 10 days. The relatives and friends and the village Sunday schools are respectfully invited to attend a funeral service at the residence of her parents, Sinking Spring, on Friday next, at 2 p.m. Also service and interment at Morgantown church on Monday next at 11 a.m.

Forney, Enoch

Forney, Jacob H.

Jacob H. Forney died of a complication of diseases at 6.30 p.m., Tuesday, at the residence of his son-in-law, Wm. T. Gorrell, 516 Greenwich, aged 82 years, 9 months and 1 day. Deceased was ailing ever since the death of his wife about two months ago. He was born in Maidencreek, where he resided up to 35 years ago, when he came to Reading. He served as justice of the peace at Maidencreek upwards of 20 years and was a lifelong Republican. Upon his removal to Reading, he entered the employ of the P. & R. Co., as a clerk at the car shops, and retired about 15 years ago. He is survived by one daughter, Leah Clara, wife of W. T. Gorrell, and two grandchildren, besides two half-sisters, Mrs. Leah Miller, of Mechanicsville, and Mrs. Lydia Myers, of Elgin, Ills. Deceased was a member of the German Baptist Church and was well known in the county.

Forry, Mrs. Cyrus

The relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from the residence of her son, Harry D. Forry, Penn township, on Thursday morning at 8 o'clock. Interment will be made at Tulpehocken Reformed Church. Teams will meet trains at Richland.

Forry, Elsie M.

Among the local survivors of Elsie M. (Ohlinger) Forry, 83, formerly of West Cocalico Township, Lancaster County, who died Nov. 23 in Denver Nursing Home, where she had resided one year, is a brother, Elwood L. Ohlinger, Mohrsville, and a sister, Arlene M. (Ohlinger) Heck, Leesport.

Forry, Fern E.

Services will be held in the Kirkhoff Funeral Home, Bernville, for Fern E. Forry, 74, of New Schaefferstown Road, Jefferson Township, who died June 17 in Laurel Center Genesis Elder Care, Tilden Township, where she had resided since June 12. Burial was in Friedens Cemetery, Shartlesville. She was predeceased by her husband, LeRoy E. Forry, who died June 24, 2001. Born in Upper Tulpehocken Township, she was a daughter of the late Norton A. and Bertha B. (Aschenbach) Feick. Until retiring, she and her husband were self-employed dairy farmers in Jefferson Township. She was a member of Friedens Church, Shartlesville. Surviving is a sister, Shirley E. (Feick) Schrack, Bernville. She was predeceased by a daughter, Linda Mae Forry, who died in 1957.

Foster, Harry T. Jr.

Harry T. Foster Jr., 69, of 644 Brownsville Road, Lower Heidelberg Township, died Saturday at the Reading Hospital and Medcial Center, West Reading, where he held been a patient for three weeks. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Harry T. Foster Sr. and Bessie M. Frick Williams. He was a graduate of Williamsport High School. He was a Marine Corps veteran of the Korean War. He was employed for six years in maintenance by the U.S. Postal Service, Kutztown, retiring in 1992. He was pound keeper for the Military Order of Devil Dogs for the Russel M. Butterweck Detachment, Marine Corps League of Berks County, and a former president of the Side Winders. Surviving are his wife, the former Joan L. Wenrich, formerly of Minersville; two brothers, Walter H., West Wyomissing, and William T., Springfield Township; five sisters, Kathryn Weidner, Freemansville, Bessie M. Stricker, Eleanor L. Himmel and Patricia Lauer, all of Reading, and Louise Foster, New York City. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday from Bean Funeral Home, Sinking Spring. Interment will be in Mount Peace Cemetery, Minersville.

Foster, Mary

FOSTER - In this city, on the 1st inst., Mary widow of Caleb C. Foster, aged 69 years 6 months and 3 days. The Relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from the residence of her son-in-law, H. R. Miller 356 South 4th Street, on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Services at the house. Interment private at Charles Evans Cemetery.

Foulke, Harvey D.

Harvey D. Foulke, 82, of Quakertown, died June 10, 2003 in LifeQuest Nursing Center, Milford Township. Born in Richlandtown, he was the son of the late Martin L. and Lucy Ann (Bealer) Foulke. He was last employed as a laborer for Thermo in Quakertown before retiring. He was a member of the Quakertown Assembly of God church. He was also a member of the AARP. Mr. Foulke is survived by nieces and nephews. Services were held June 12. Memorial contributions can be made to the church or the American Diabetes Foundation, Plymouth Meeting. Arrangements: C.R. Strunk Funeral Home Inc., 821 W. Broad St., Quakertown, PA 18951.

Fowler, Irvin R.

Services were held for Irvin R. Fowler, 88, who died in his residence on Rugby Road, Exeter Township on April 27. He was the husband of Helen M. (Schulze) Fowler. Born in Reading, Fowler was employed for 25 years as an equipment operator by Harold R. Boone & Son Inc., Exeter Township, and also worked for many years as a family farmer. He was last employed for 15 years as a bus driver by the Exeter School District, until his retirement. Fowler was a member of Christ Lutheran Church, Spangsville. He is also survived by two daughters, Patricia J. (Fowler) Titlow, Laureldale, and Sandra L. (Fowler) Spayd, Boyertown. Other survivors include a brother; six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Contributions may be made to the Berks Visiting Nurses Assoc., 1170 Berkshire Blvd., Wyomissing, PA 19610. The Lutz Funeral Home Inc., Mount Penn, handled the arrangements. Burial was in Oley Church Cemetery, Spangsville.

Fox, Aaron R.

Aaron R. Fox, 80, of 2364 S. Lumber St., Allentown, died Friday in Allentown Osteopathic Hospital. He was the husband of Irene M. (Wendling) Fox. Fox was manager of various Lehigh Valley area Acme markets before retiring. Born in Hereford Township, he was a son of the late James E. and Amanda (Seaholtz) Fox. He was a member of Zionsville United Church, Old Zionsville, where he taught the adult Bible class for 30 years. Surviving with his widow are a son, the Rev. Aaron W. Fox, pastor of St. John's United Church of Christ, Fullerton; a foster son, Gerald Gillespie of Emmaus R. 1; two daughters, Elizabeth, wife of Harvey Moyer of Allentown, and Annamae, wife of Theodore Dewalt of Gilbertsville R. 1; a brother Edwin of Hereford; a sister Elsie, wife of Norman Heil of Boyertown, and six grandchildren and a great-grandchild. Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the church. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. Monday in the Reinsmith Funeral Home, 225 Elm St., Emmaus.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call/Weekender, Saturday, January 7, 1978, page 60. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fox, Mrs. Adam

The funeral of Mrs. Adam Fox, 83? Bingaman street, was largely attended. The remains lay in a handsome walnut casket, heavily mounted. Services at Trinity Lutheran church by Rev. Dr. Fry. Interment at Charles Evans Cemetery. Henninger & Son were the undertakers. The bearers were Henry J. Rhoads, Charles Horn, Edward Burkholder, and A.W. Potteiger.

Fox, Andora M.

Miss Andora M. Fox died on Monday at 5.30 p.m., after a three weeks' illness of pneumonia, at the home of her brother-in-law, John H. Schofer, near Topton, aged 29 years and 26 days. Deceased was a daughter of the late Reuben and Caroline Fox, of Dryville, and is survived by the following brothers and sisters: Hettie, wife of John Schofer, of near Topton; Emma, wife of John Heffner, of Lyons; Benjamin B., of Dryville; William B., of Henningsville, and James E., of Huff's Church. The funeral will be held on Saturday, April 30, at 9.30 a.m., from the residence of Mr. Schofer. Services will be held in the church at New Jerusalem and interment made in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. J. O. Henry will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, April 28, 1904, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fox, Benjamin B.

Benjamin B. Fox, one of the most prominent citizens of Dryville, died at 10:30 Friday night of a complication of diseases. He was in his 67th year. The deceased was a farmer, but was extremely active in all activities for the betterment of his community, and became highly popular among his neighbors. He is survived by his wife, Ellen (nee Markel), three sons, Harvey, Maurice and Clarence, at home; three daughters, Bertha, of Northampton, and Beulah, at home; and Mrs. Martin Deisher, of Fleetwood. Two brothers, James, of Huff's church, and William, Henningsville, and one sister, Mrs. John Heffner, of Lyons, also remain. The funeral will be held on Thursday at 1:30 o'clock, from his late residence, with services at New Jerusalem church, near Dryville, with Rev. W. S. Bond and Rev. W. H. Kline officiating. Burial will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, February 21, 1926, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fox, Beulah E.

Services will be held June 21, 10:30 a.m., in New Jerusalem Lutheran Church, Rockland Township, for Beulah E. Fox, of Forgedale Road, Rockland Township, who died June 17 in the Henry Health Care Center at the Lutheran Home at Topton, where she had resided since April 15. Burial will be in the New Jerusalem Union Cemetery. She was predeceased by her husband, Elmer B. Fox, who died in July 1940. Born in Rockland Township, she was a daughter of the late Frederick M. and Lizzie D. (Kercher) Keller. Until retiring in the late 1970s, she was employed as a sewing machine operator by the Fleetwood Shirt Factory and Astor Knitting Mills, Reading. She was a member of New Jerusalem Lutheran Church. Surviving is a daughter, Jean E. (Fox) Noll, with whom she last resided, four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Other survivors include two sisters, Mary E. Keller, a resident at Tower Court at the Lutheran Home at Topton, and Bertha A. (Keller) Bennecoff, Fleetwood. She was predeceased by a son, Elmer F. Fox, who died in 1988. The Ludwick Funeral Home, Kutztown, is in charge of arrangements.

Fox, Catharine (nee Potteiger)

Fox - In Upper Tulpehoccon, January 20th, Catharine Fox, wife of Jacob Fox, and daughter of Jacob Potteiger, aged 73 years, 9 months and 4 days.

Fox, Charles K.

Charles K. Fox, 72, died Saturday morning in his home on Main Street in Bechtelsville. He was a painter and was employed for 33 years at the Boyertown Burial Casket Co. He was born in District Township, Berks County, a son of the late Obediah and Emma (Kline) Fox. His first wife, Alice (Rohrbach) Fox, preceded him in death. Surviving him are his wife, Ida C. (Fox) Fox; a son Elwood, Gilbertsville; a daughter Alice, wife of Paul F. Weller of Bechtelsville; a stepdaughter, Esther, wife of William Guinther of Boyertown; seven grandchildren; a brother Edwin, Mertztown R. 1, and a sister, Mrs. Annie Benfield of Topton. Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Schwenk Funeral Home, Boyertown, with viewing 7-9 p.m. Tuesday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, April 6, 1959, page 20. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fox, Clarence B.

Clarence B. Fox, 60, of Dryville, Fleetwood R. 1, died yesterday in Community General Hospital, Reading. Born in Rockland Township, Berks County, a son of the late Benjamin B. and Ellen L. (Merkel) Fox, he was a member of Christ Lutheran Church, Dryville. Surviving are two sisters, Bertha M. Fox of Fleetwood R. 1, with whom he resided, and Beulah, wife of John A. Moyer of Mertztown R. 1, and a brother, Horace M., of Mertztown R. 1. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday in Christ Church, Dryville. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. Friday in the Earl A. Trexler Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, November 29, 1967, page 20. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fox, Clyde B.

Services will be held for Clyde B. Fox, 87, formerly of North 26th Street, Lower Alsace Township, who died January 5 in St. Joseph Medical Center, where he had been a patient. He was taken there from Berkshire Center, Exeter Township, where he had resided since 2002. His wife, Margaret G. (Guinter) Fox, died in 1986. Fox had been employed for 37 years in the electrical department of Carpenter Technology Corp., Reading, retiring as foreman in 1977. He later worked for four years as a clerk in the Berks County Court House. Fox was a member of Trinity United Church of Christ, Mt. Penn, where he served on the consistory for ten years and was president in 1967. He was a 1932 graduate of Reading High School. Fox was a member of the Antietam School Board for eight years, serving as president in 1980. He was a Navy veteran of World War II. He is survived by a daughter, Pamela J. (Fox) Keeler, Pennside. There are also two grandchildren. Services will be Thursday at 10 a.m. in Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home Inc., West Reading. Private burial will be in Oley Cemetery, Spangsville.

Fox, Debora

Fox - In Maidencreek, March 9th, Debora Fox, wife of Jacob Fox, aged 29 years, 1 month and 25 days.

Fox, Edith

Fox--In this city, on the 20th inst., Edith, widow of Elias Fox, aged 81 years and 8 days. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral without further notice, from her late residence, 141 Elm st., on Saturday morning at 11 o'clock. Services at the house. Interment private in Aulenbach's Cemetery.

Fox, Elda Mary (nee Shankweiler)

Mrs. Elda Mary Fox, wife of Wilson H. Fox, Mertztown, died yesterday morning at the Allentown hospital, where she had been a patient for two months. She was 46 years of age. Survivors include her husband; her parents, Frank and Ellen, nee Reese, Shankweiler; three brothers, Irwin, Macungie; Raymond, Emaus; Ralph, Shoenersville. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1.30 p.m. from the late home in Mertztown. Interment in Huff's cemetery. Friends may call Wednesday 7 to 9 p.m. Rev. William F. Bond will officiate.

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

Fox, Elizabeth M. (nee Bauer)

Death's angel on Saturday morning called Elizabeth M., nee Bauer, wife of Frank B. Fox, and an estimable resident of New Jerusalem, who died there at her home of a complication of ailments. Mrs. Fox, who was in her 62nd year, and the mother of eleven children, was dearly loved by her neighbors and many friends. She was a daughter of the late Henry B. And Emma F., nee Moyer, Bauer, and had resided for many years in New Jerusalem. She was a faithful member of Huff's church. Besides her husband, she leaves to mourn her passing the following children: Minnie, wife of Fred C. Moyer, of Blandon; Elmer and Henry, of Spies church, Helen, wife of Robert Delong, Reading; Warren, New Jerusalem, and Anna, Verna, Webster, Minerva, Bertha and Harold, at home. She is also survived by two brothers, Henry Bauer, Barto, and John Bauer, Allentown. The Funeral will be held from her late home, New Jerusalem, on Thursday at 1.30 p.m. Brief services will be conducted at the house, followed by further services in Huff's church. The Rev. J. N. Blatt, reformed pastor, will officiate. Interment will be made in the Huff's church cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, January 6, 1930, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fox, Ellen

Ellen Fox died of complications at her home in Ontelaunee township, near Temple. She ws in her 80th year. Deceased was a member of the Reformed denomination and the last of her family. Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday in Gernant's Church, interment following in the adjoining cemetery. Funeral Director Seidel is in charge of the arrangements.

Fox, Emma

Fox - In Maidencreek, September 11th, Emma, daughter of Benjamin and Mary Ann Fox, aged 15 years, 8 months and 21 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, September 30, 1871. Submitted by: Kathy.]

Fox, Emma (nee Kline)

Emma, widow of Obediah Fox, aged 79 years, passed away Tuesday morning at the home of her son Wilson, Mertztown. Death was due to complications. The deceased was the daughter of the late David and Elizabeth (nee Brensinger) Kline. She was a member of the Lutheran faith of Huff's church. Her husband preceded her in death 13 years. Surviving are three sons: Wilson, Mertztown; Charles, Bechtelsville, and Edwin of Longswamp; also one daughter, Mrs. Irwin Smith, Topton. The funeral will be held from the residence of her son Wilson, Mertztown, on Saturday, September 6, at 1.30 p.m., daylight time. Further services in Huff's church, and interment in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. William F. Bond will officiate. Funeral directors J. J. Schofer & Son, Topton, have charge.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, September 4, 1930, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fox, Esther D.

Services were held in the Ludwick Funeral Home, Topton, for Esther D. Fox, Millsboro, Del., formerly of Fleetwood, who died Nov. 25 in Harbor Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Lewes, Del., where she was admitted earlier in the day. Burial was in New Jerusalem Union Cemetery, Rockland Township. She was predeceased by her husband, Webster B. Fox, who died Feb. 14, 1983. Born in Rockland Township, she was a daughter of the late William and Mamie (Day) Sheetz. Until retiring in 1968, she was employed as a stitcher by the Fleetwood Shirt Factory from 1947. She was a member of Oak Orchard (Del.) Community Church. Surviving is a daughter, Margie D. (Fox) Zettlemoyer, Fleetwood; three grandchildren; two great-grandsons; and James Troutman, with whom she resided.

Fox, Florence Louise

Fox -- On Friday, January 29th, in this city, Florence Louise, daughter of Wm. S. and the late Louisa Fox, aged 3 years, 1 month and 8 days.

Fox, Frank B.

Frank B. Fox, 82, husband of the late Mrs. Elizabeth (Bauer) Fox, died Friday morning in Allentown Hospital where he had been a patient since Nov. 2. He resided with his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Luther Kemp, Kemp's Hotel, Kutztown R. 1. He was a son of the late Jacob and Emma (Bender) Fox and a member of Huffs Evangelical and Reformed Church; Eschbach Council 1019, O of IA, and Roslyn Castle 228, KGE. Surviving are 10 children, Verna A., wife of Luther Kemp, with whom he resided; Mrs. Minnie B. Moyer, Webster B. and Bertha, wife of Robert Schlegel, all of Fleetwood R.D.; Henry J., Mertztown R.D.; Helen D., wife of Robert E. DeLong, Reading R. 1; Emma S., wife of John S. Printz, Kutztown R.D., and Minerva B., wife of Paul H. Wenrich, Wyomissing; a brother, John, Bally; 14 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, November 14, 1953, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fox, Henry C.

Henry C. Fox, a prominent merchant of Manchester, Iowa, died suddenly in that city on the 3d inst. in the 38th year of his age after a short illness. He was born in Union Township, Berks County and left for the West with his parents twenty-nine years ago. He possessed a large circle of friends and acquaintances; and was one of the most popular young men in his section of the state. He leaves a widow and two children. Mrs. Thomas Graham Sr., of this borough [Pottstown] is an aunt to deceased and there are numerous other relatives in this part of the State.

[Source: Montgomery Ledger, (Pottstown, PA), Tuesday, January 20, 1883. Submitted by: Betty.]

Fox, Henry J.

Henry J. Fox, 1038 3rd St., Fullerton, died in Allentown Hospital last night after an illness of two years. He was 69. He was born in Hereford Township, Berks County, a son of the late Henry and Katie (DeLong) Fox. A farmer most of his life, he was employed by Trexler Farms for many years, and later was an employe of Allentown Hospital. He was a member of the Evangelical and Reformed wing of Huffs church, Woodsmen of the World Lodge, Emmaus; and the Landisville Council, Order of Independent Americans. His wife, the former Mary Ann Benfield, died 12 years ago. A daughter, Minnie, also preceded him in death. Surviving are a son Franklin, Allentown R. 2; three daughters, Luella, wife of Samuel C. Gogel, with whom he resided for the last 10 years; Althea, wife of Marcus Erb, Alburtis, and Ruth, a resident of the Elwyn Training School, Elwyn; a brother, Samuel, Barto R. 1; a sister, Mrs. Emma Eisenhard, East Texas; and seven grandchildren.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, September 27 1956, page 60. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fox, Henry R.

A memorial service was held for Henry R. Fox, 75, husband of Elaine (Yawars) Fox, of Earl Township, who died February 28 in Pottstown Memorial Medical Center. Born in Pottstown, he was a graduate of Pottstown High School and attended Pennsylvania State University. He was a self-employed landscaping contractor for 55 years, last working in summer of 2002. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Fox was a member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ of Amityville, the Pottstown Hunting Club, Valley Forge Cadillac-LaSalle Club and the Earl Township Recreation Committee. Surviving with his wife of 31 years are a son, Henry R. Fox Jr. of Lebanon and one grandson. He was predeceased by a son, Raymond Fox. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pottstown Memorial Regional Cancer Center, 1600 E. High St., Pottstown, Pa., 19464 or the Berks Animal Rescue League, P.O. Box 69, Mohnton, PA., 19540. Burial was in St. Paul's Cemetery, Amityville. The arrangements were handled by the Linwood Ott Funeral Home, Boyertown.

Fox, Henry W.

Stricken with a heart attack while aiding in chores about his farm at Huff's Church, Barto R.D., Henry W. Fox, retired farmer and butcher, well-known school director and churchman of Berks county, died suddenly at noon yesterday. He was aged 73 years, 6 months and 20 days. He was the son of the late Henry and Emma, nee Wagner, Fox, residing in the Huff's Church section his entire lifetime. On August 27, 1885, he was married to Katie DeLong, with whom he celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary just last summer. In point of service Mr. Fox was the oldest school director in Berks county, serving in Hereford township for upwards of forty years. A former elder of the Reformed congregation of Huff's church, at the time of his death Mr. Fox was treasurer of the consistory. Surviving besides the widow are the following children: Lizzie, wife of Noah Moyer, Macungie R.D.; Henry J., Fogelsville; Emma, wife of William Eisenhard, Macungie; Daniel and Ammon C., Huffs Church; 26 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. No brothers or sisters survive, he being the last of his family. Funeral services will be held at Huff's church Tuesday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock with the Rev. J. N. Blatt officiating. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 27, 1935, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fox, Ida C. (nee Fox)

Mrs. Ida C. (Fox) Fox of Main Street, Bechtelsville, died yesterday in Pottstown Hospital. She was 76. She was the widow of Charles K. Fox. Born in Hereford Township, she was a daughter of the late James and Amanda (Seasholtz) Fox. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Bechtelsville. Surviving are a daughter, Esther, wife of William Guinther of Boyertown; a stepson, Elwood of Boyertown; a stepdaughter, Alice, wife of Paul Weller of Bechtelsville; a sister Elsie, wife of Norman Heil of Boyertown; three brothers, Samuel of reading, Edwin of Palm, and Aaron of Allentown; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday in the C. L. Losh Funeral home, 124 W. Philadelphia Ave., Boyertown. Viewing will be 7-9 p.m. Wednesday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, October 13, 1964, page 14. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fox, Kate (nee Werst)

Ailing for six months, Mrs. Kate Fox, wife of Frank Fox, died yesterday morning at her home, 180 4th St., East Greenville. A native of Longswamp township, she was the daughter of the late Peter and Judith, nee Gery, Werst. She was 68. Mrs. Fox was a member of the Ladies' auxiliary of the East Greenville Fire Co., the P.O.A. of Pennsburg and the Ladies' auxiliary of the American Legion, East Greenville. She also was a member of the Lutheran wing of Lehigh church. Besides her husband, there survive four brothers, William, Thomas and Raymond, all of Topton, and Harvey of Emmaus. Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 1:30 p.m. from the late home with continued services in Lehigh church. The Rev. Carl Neudoerffer will officiate and burial will be made in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, January 1, 1941, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fox, Katie A. (nee DeLong)

Mrs. Katie A. Fox, widow of Henry Fox, died Friday night at the residence of her daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. William Eisenhard, Macungie. Mrs. Fox, who had been in ill health for the past 10 years and bedfast for the past seven weeks, was 72 years old. Her husband died four years ago. Born in Longswamp township, Mrs. Fox was the daughter of Samuel and Susannah, nee Romig, DeLong. She was a member of the Reformed wing of Huffs church. Surviving are: Three sons, Henry, Fogelsville; Samuel, Barto, R. 1, and Ammon, Reading; two daughters, Mrs. Lizzie Moyer, Macungie R. 1, and Mrs. Eisenhard, Macungie; 26 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; one brother, Amandus DeLong, Bethlehem, and three sisters, Mrs. John Grey, Mrs. Irwin Gery and Mrs. Ellis Benfield, all of Allentown. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m, DST, Wednesday, at the residence of Mr. And Mrs. Eisenhard, with further services at Huffs church. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Friends may call Tuesday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. The Rev. James A. Blatt will officiate at the funeral.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, July 14, 1940, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fox, James E.

James E. Fox, 84, of 265 W. Greenwich St., Reading, formerly of Kutztown, died yesterday in St. Joseph's Hospital in Reading. He was a son of the late James and Helena (Adams) Fox. His wife, Annie A. Fox, died in 1958. Until his retirement 10 years ago, Fox had been employed at the Kutztown Foundry and Machine Corp. He was a member of Christ's DeLong United Church of Christ in Bowers. surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Hilda G. Stoudt of Allentown and Catherine H., wife of Brooke Schlegel, of Kutztown; two sons, Paul W. of Reading and Claude J. of Kempton; eight grandchildren, and a sister, Helena, widow of Granville Wright of Los Angeles. Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Fritz and Kendall Funeral Home, Kutztown. Viewing will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday.

[Source: The Sunday Call-Chroicle, Allentown, PA, Sunday, July 21, 1963, page B-12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fox, James Ernst

The remains of James Ernst Fox, Barto R. 2, near Huffs church, were laid to rest on Tuesday in the Hertzog-Rauch cemetery, after brief services at his home and more extensive services in Huffs church, where a large number of friends and relatives had assembled. The deceased was a son of Reuben M. and Caroline, nee Bush, Fox, and was born May 30, 1864 in Rockland township, Berks county. He was baptized July 3, 18964 by the Rev. G. A. Hinterleitner, D.D., the parents having been sponsors. He was confirmed April 23, 1881, at New Jerusalem by the Rev. D. K. Humbert. By the same pastor he was joined in marriage to Amanda G. Seisholtz on February 18, 1886. Of five children, three sons and two daughters survive, together with his wife: Prof. Samuel S., Reading; Edwin, Hereford; Aaron, Emaus; Ida, wife of Charles Fox, of bechtelsville, and Elsie, wife of Norman Heil, at home; also thirteen grandchildren; one brother, William B., Henningsville, and one sister, Mrs. John Heffner, Lyons. Mr. Fox followed farming and was interested in the public schools of his community, having served as a member of the school board for many years. He was devoted to his church and was repeatedly elected as a member of the council. He suffered with heart trouble for some time, and passed away unexpectedly on October 4, aged 64 years, 4 months and 4 days.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, October 14, 1928, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fox, John

Fox, John H.

John H. Fox, 68, of 31 N. West St., Allentown, died yesterday at 1 p.m. in Allentown Hospital where he had stayed for 15 days. He was the husband of Gertrude (Heilman) Fox and son of the late William W. Fox and Sarah (Conrad) Fox. Born in Henningsville, Berks Co., he was a resident of Allentown since 1937. From 1913 to 1927 he was a teacher and principal of Worchester High School, Montgomery County. From then until he moved to Allentown he had a farm. His last employment was at the Army & Navy Store, N. 7th St., Allentown. He was a member of Huff's Union Church of the Lutheran wing; Huguenot Lodge 377, F and AM of Kutztown; Lehigh Consistory. He was a graduate of Kutztown State Teachers College, Class of 1910, and also attended Ursinus College. During the first World War, he was with the 312th Field Artillery, 79th Division. Besides his wife he is survived by one son, Robert H.; two grandchildren, Jeffrey and Sandra; several nieces and nephews; two brothers, Dr. Charles R. Fox, Northampton, and William F. Fox, Coplay; and one sister, Sadie, the wife of George Funk of Henningsville. He was predeceased by his sister, Mrs. Mary Webb. Services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday in the J. S. Burkholder Funeral Home Inc., 1601 Hamilton St., Allentown.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, November 24, 1957, page 44. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fox, Margaret

Fox, Mary A. (nee Benfield)

Mary A., nee Benfield, wife of Henry J. Fox, Breinigsville R. 1, died Friday night in the Allentown hospital where she had been a surgical patient for more than a month. Mrs. Fox, a native of Huffs Church, Berks county, was a daughter of Frank N. Benfield and the late Mary Y., nee Siesholtz. She was aged 52 and had been in ill health since the summer months. Surviving, in addition to her husband and father, the latter of Alburtis R. 1, are: One son, Franklin H., of Fullerton; three daughters, Mrs. Samuel Gogel and Ruth M. Fox, of Fullerton, and Mrs. Marcus Erb, Alburtis; three brothers, Claude E. Benfield, of Perkasie, and Franklin S. and Walter A. Benfield, both of Alburtis R. 1; four sisters, Mrs. Elizabeth A. Shankweiler, of Kutztown; Mrs. Marvin J. Lepcher, of Reading; Mrs. Lilly S. Oberholtzer, of Allentown, and Mrs. Clarence J. Walbert, of Allentown R. 3, and three grandchildren. Rev. J. N. Blatt, pastor of the Reformed wing of Huffs Church, of which she was a member, will officiate at services to be held from the Schmoyer funeral home, Breinigsville, on Wednesday at 1 p.m., followed by further services at Huffs Church. Burial will be made in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, November 26, 1944, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fox, Monroe

Monroe Fox, of New Berlinville was buried at Sassamansville on Saturday. The P.O.S. of A. attended the funeral in a body and were pall bearers.

Fox, Obediah

Obediah Fox died at his home in Mertztown on Sunday morning at nine o'clock, of cardiac asthma, of which he ailed for the past two years. He was aged 70 years, 3 months and 15 days. He was the son of Henry and Lydia Fox, born June 15, 1847, in District Township, in Berks County. He was married to Emma, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Kline, on October 20, 1879. He is survived by his wife, Emma; three sons, Wilson H., Edwin F., at home; Charles K., of Bechtelsville; one daughter, Annie, at home; one brother, William, of Shannon, Ill., and one sister, Mrs. Fiana Beitler, of Shamrock. Funeral will be held on Friday morning at 9:30 at the house with continued services at Huff's church, where interment in the adjoining cemetery will be made. Revs. W. F. Bond and Brensinger will officiate. Jacob Schofer, of Topton, has charge of the remains.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, October 3, 1917, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fox, Ruth Eva (nee Smith)

Fox--On the 2nd inst., Ruth Eva (nee Smith), wife of William S. Fox, aged 37 years. Services from the Theo C. Auman Inc., Funeral Parlors, 247 Penn St., on Monday at 1 p.m. Interment in Pleasant View Cemetery. Friends may call Sunday evening, 7 to 9.

Fox, Sarah (nee Moyer)

Sarah (nee Moyer), wife of Frederick Fox, died at Reading on Tuesday from a complication of diseases, aged 50 years and 28 days. She was born in Trumble county, Ohio, and lived in Reading six years. She was the daughter of the late Joseph and Anna Moyer. She is survived by her mother, her husband and two children, George and Edna. These brothers and sisters also remain: George Amig, Emaus, and Susan, wife of Philip Moatz, of Breinigsville.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, August 30, 1907, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fox, Sarah Anna (nee Conrad)

Sarah Anna, wife of William B. Fox, passed away at her residence at Henningsville on Tuesday at 4.30 a.m., aged 67 years, 3 months and 4 days. Death was due to apoplexy. She was the daughter of the late Charles Conrad and wife Malinda, nee Reinhard, and was born in District township, Berks county. She was a member of the Reformed congregation of Huff's church. There survive her husband and the following children: Mrs. George Park, at home; Mrs. Fred Webb, Topton; Dr. Charles R., Northampton; William, a student in the University of Pennsylvania; John, of Worcester, Montgomery county; also the following step-sisters and step-brothers: Mrs. Calvin Barto, Topton; Oliver, of Emaus; Alfred and Howard, of Allentown; Frank, of Hill church. Ten grandchildren and one great-grandchild also survive. The funeral will be held from her late residence at Henningsville, Berks county, on Saturday at 9.30 a.m. Further services in Huff's church. Interment in the adjoining cemetery in charge of Funeral Director Schofer & Son, Topton. Rev. James N. Blatt and Rev. William F. Bond will officiate.

[Source: The Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Wednesday April 13, 1927, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fox, William

William Fox, living near Alburtis, died Sunday evening of heart trouble, aged 86 years. He is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Zachariah Beidler, with whom he lived, and two sons. Funeral Saturday at 9.30 a.m. at the house. Services and burial at Huff's Church, Rev. D. K. Humbert officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, May 26, 1903, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fox, William

Fox, William B.

William B. Fox, a well known retired farmer of Berks county, died early Wednesday morning at his home, the residence of his daughter, Mrs. George Funk, Topton, of a complication of ailments. He was in his 79th year. He was the father of two prominently known physicians, Dr. Charles R. Fox, of Northampton, and Dr. William F. Fox, of Coplay. A native of Rockland township, Berks county, he was a son of the late Reuben and Caroline, nee Bush, Fox. For a long term of years he successfully conducted a farm at Henningsville. Following the death of his wife, Sarah, nee Conrad, seven years ago, he took up residence with his daughter at Topton. Mr. Fox was a faithful member of the Lutheran wing of Huffs church, and was affiliated with the P.O.S. of A. Of Henningsville. Among his surviving relatives are two daughters, Mrs. Mary Webb and Mrs. George Funk, of Topton; three sons, Dr. Charles R. Fox, Northampton; Dr. William F. Fox, Coplay, and John Fox, Norristown, together with eighteen grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, and a sister, Mrs. John Heffner, Lyons. The funeral will be held from his late home, Franklin street, Topton, on Sunday at 2 p.m. Continued services will be held in Huffs church, Rev. W. S. Bond officiating. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church. Friends may call for viewing on Saturday evening from 7 to 9 o'clock.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, April 12, 1934, pages 5 and 9. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frailey, Philip

Frailey--Died last Sunday morning after a lingering illness in this city where he was under the care of Dr. Handen, Philip Frailey, lately Prothonotary, Register and Recorder of Schuylkill County in his 35th yr.

[Source: Reading Adler, Tuesday, June 15, 1819. Submitted by: Submitted by Kathleen.]

Francavage, Anne E.

Anne E. Francavage, 46, of 726 Mountain View Road, Cumru Township, Berks County, formerly of Tamaqua, died Friday morning at her residence. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of Elizabeth Roberts Nelson, Reading, and the late Richard G. Nelson. She was a 1969 graduate of Tamaqua Area High School, a 1972 graduate of the Reading Hospital School of Nursing, a 1975 graduate with a bachelor's degree in nursing from Penn State University and received a master's degree in nursing from Villanova University. She was employed as nursing instructor at Reading Hospital School of Nursing from 1975 to December 1997. She was a member of Christ Yocum's Lutheran Church, Grill. Surviving, in addition to her mother, are her husband, Robert A.; a sister, Barbara Silverman, Westport, Conn.; a brother, Richard R. Nelson, Lehighton. A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Christ Yocum's Lutheran Church. Interment will be private. Henninger Funeral Home Inc., Reading, is in charge of arrangements.

Francis, Jeannette K.

Services were held for Jeannette K. (Hunsinger) Francis, 76, wife of Raymond B. Francis Jr., of Spruce Street, Birdsboro, who died June 11 in Reading Hospital and Medical Center. Born in Birdsboro, she worked as a bookkeeper for 16 years for Fisher Landscaping in Douglassville. Francis was affiliated with St. Marks Lutheran Church in Birdsboro. She was a 1945 graduate of the former Birdsboro High School; also a member of the Bird Chapter No. 460 Order of Eastern Star and the Birdsboro Senior Citizens. Surviving in addition to her husband are two sons, Daniel L. Francis of Birdsboro and David R. Francis of Reading; a daughter, Donna M. Rubendall of Morgantown; two brothers, Richard F. Hunsinger of Exeter and Samuel J. Hunsinger of St. Lawrence; a sister, Betty J. Schaeffer of Douglassville; four grandchildren; and one great-grandson. An Order of the Eastern Star Service was held at the Dengler Funeral Home, Birdsboro, who handled the arrangements. Burial was in St. Pauls Cemetery in Douglassville.

Francis, Mabel I.

The Leibensperger Funeral Home, Hamburg, was in charge of arrangements for Mabel I. Frances, 84, formerly fo Hamburg, who died Dec. 11 in Kutztown Manor, where she had resided since 1998. Burial was in St. John's Cemetery, Hamburg. She was predeceased by her husband, George A. Francis, who died in 1989. Born in Centerport, she was a daughter of the late Calvin and Amelia (Wagner) Lengel. Until retiring, she was employed as a folder by Burkey Knitting Mills, Hamburg. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Hamburg. Surviving are a son, Donald H. Francis, Hamburg; two grandsons; two great-grandsons; and a sister, May (Lengel) Adams, Shoemakersville.

Francis, Mary

In Hamburg, on the 17th ult., Mary daughter of Levi and Matilda Francis, aged 3 years and 8 months.

Francis Jr., Raymond B.

Raymond B. "Sonny" Francis Jr., 80, died May 15 in his Birdsboro residence. His wife, Jeannette K. (Hunsinger) Francis, died June 11, 2003. Born in Birdsboro, he was a son of the late Raymond B. Sr. and Lettie (Amole) Francis. Francis had been employed in maintenance by Birdsboro Corp., retiring in 1987. He was a member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church, Birdsboro. Francis was an Army Air Forces veteran of World War II. He was past noble grand of the Neversink Lodge of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, Birdsboro. Francis is survived by a daughter, Donna M. (Francis) Rubendall, Morgantown; and two sons, Daniel L., Birdsboro, and David R., Reading. There are also four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Services will be Thursday at 10 a.m. in Dengler Funeral Home Inc., Birdsboro. Burial will be in St. Paul's Cemetery, Amity Township.

Frangellini, Faustina (nee Manna)

On the 4th inst., Faustina (nee Manna) Frangellini, wife of Joseph Frangellini, of 819 Schuylkill Ave., age 79 years. Services from the Theo C. Auman Inc. Funeral Parlors, 247 Penn St., Monday at 8 a.m. High Mass of Requiem will be celebrated in St. Margaret's R.C. Church at 9 a.m. Interment in Gethsemane Cemetery. Friends may call Sunday evening, 7 to 9.

Frank, Glendora C.

Private services were held for Glendora C. Frank, 70, wife of Raymond W. Frank, of North Seventh Street, Bally, who died February 17 in Lehigh Valley Hospital. Born in Schnecksville, Lehigh County, she served as treasurer of the Borough of Bally for 10 years. Frank was employed as a customer-service representative by the First National Bank of Allentown and was last employed for 15 years as a pairer by the Great American Knitting Mills, Bally, until her retirement. She was a member of Hereford Mennonite Church, Bally and was a 1950 graduate of Emmaus High School, Lehigh County. Frank is also survived by a son, James, Bally, and a daughter, Jane (Frank) Maini, Macungie, Lehigh County. Other survivors include two brothers, Robert Fritz, Bally, and Earl Fritz, Allentown; and three sisters: Patricia (Frank) David, Macungie; Geraldine Fritz, Allentown; and Ardeth (Fritz) Frey, New Tripoli. There are also two grandchildren. The David J. Boyko Funeral Home, Macungie, was in charge of the arrangements.

Frank, Isaac

Isaac Frank died at Manheim of spinal meningitis after an illness of a few weeks. A young widow (nee Katie Hammer), daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Hammer, survives. He was a barber by trade and a member of the P.O.S. of A.

[Source: "Deaths out of Town,"Reading Eagle, May 3, 1899, page 2. Submitted by Marcia.]

Frank, Joseph B.

Joseph B. Frank of 520 Highland Ave., Kutztown, died Sunday in Allentown Hospital. He was the husband of Mildred A. L. (Smith) Frank. He was an engineer with Gilbert Associates, Reading, for 25 years before retiring in 1972. Surviving with his widow are a daughter Priscilla, wife of William McGarity of Rosemont, Montgomery County, and two grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday in the Walter R. Christ Funeral Home, 3300 Kutztown Road, Laureldale. Calling hours will be noon Thursday until services.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, October 21, 1980, page D-4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frank, Nancy

The body of Miss Nancy Frank, 39, who met death when she accidentally fell from a second-story window of her apartment, 25 South Fifth street, was claimed by relatives from Mahanoy City, where deceased formerly lived. Miss Frank, who was badly injured, passed away at l2:30 p.m. Monday at the Homeopathic Hospital soon after the mishap.

Accompanied by re1atives the remains were taken to Mahanoy City Monday evening. Interment will be made Thursday morning in St. Canicus Catholic Cemetery, Mahanoy City.

Miss Frank for many years was employed as a waitress at the American House, Fourth and Penn streets. The management, her fellow emp1oyees and patrons as well were grieved when they heard of the unfortunate occurrence. Miss Franks' parents are dead. Two sisters and a brother survive.

Frankenburger, Clarence

Frankenfield, Emma M.

Emma M. (Sattler) Frankenfield, 88, of Bethlehem, died on Nov. 2 in her home. She was the wife of the late Milton S. Frankenfield. She was born in Hellertown to the late Frank and Anna (Heiberger) Sattler. She was a member of New Jerusalem Evangelicakl Lutheran Church, Lower Saucon Township. She is survived by daughters, Helen L. Carter, Judith A. Rudolph, and Mary E. Frankenfield all of Bethlehem; sixteen grandchildren, eighteen great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren. She was predeceased by a son, Richard, and a daughter Emma M. Messics. Services were held on Tues. Nov. 5. Contributions can be made to New Jerusalem Evangelical Lutheran Church, 3233 Apples Church Road, Bethlehem, PA. Arrangements by Heintzelman Funeral Home, 326 Main St., Hellertown, PA 18055.

Frankenfield, Jennie S. (nee Bloch)

Mrs. Jennie S. Frankenfield, 73, 710 N. 11th St., died at 7:30 last night in the Allentown Hospital. She had been hospitalized since Tuesday after having been ill for six weeks. Mrs. Frankenfield was a native of Longswamp, Berks County, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. William H. Bloch. She had been a resident of Allentown most of her life and held membership in St. Paul's Lutheran Church. Surviving are her husband, Claude w. Frankenfield, at home; one sister, Mrs. Bertha Iredell, Washington, D.C., and a stepbrother, Robert G. Bloch, Allentown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, October 13, 1951, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frankenfield, Michael< Sr./h2>

Private burial was held for Michael J. Frankenfield Sr., 47, husband of Deborah A. (Hess) Frankenfield, of Boyertown, who died January 30 in his home. Born in Philadelphia, he owned Tri-State Home Industries in Boyertown. Before that, he owned Tri-State Financial Services in Pottstown. He was a member of the Stichter Lodge No. 354 F&AM in Pottstown and the Pike Township Sportsman's Association. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Michael J. Frankenfield Jr. of Pottstown. Also, two brothers and a sister. The arrangements were handled by the Catagnus Funeral Home, Boyertown.

[Source: Boyertown Area Times, February 6, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Frankenfield, Sarah

Arrangements were handled by the Monaghan Funeral Home of Red Hill for Sarah Frankenfield, 81, of Green Lane, who died February 28. Frankenfield was a resident of the Frederick Mennonite Home in Upper Frederick. She was the widow of Paul Frankenfield.

Franklin, Clarence

Clarence, an only child of John F. and Sallie A. Franklin, 225 Rose st., died of summer complaint, aged 8 months.

Franklin, George M.

George M. Franklin, aged 60, died at his home in Lancaster. During the rebellion he was captain of Company A, 122d regiment, Penn'a Vols., and served on the staff of General W. B. Franklin. He was a member of the hardware firm of Geo. M. Steinman & Co., and of the Lancaster bar and president of the Hamilton Watch Company.

Frantz, Nancy G.

Nancy G. Frantz, 64, of Springfield Twp., Bucks County, died May 30, 2003 at her home. She was the wife of Robert F. Frantz. They celebrated their 46th wedding anniversary on March 9, 2003. Born in Table Rock, Md., she was the daughter of the late Wesley and Elsie (Nine) Arnold. Mrs. Frantz had been employed as an office manager for Aquarium Pharmaceuticals Inc., of Perkasie and Chalfont, for 27 years. She was a member of Bethel Baptist Church, Sellersville, since 1977. She was a 15 year member and past matron of the Order of Eastern Star, Lenape Chapter #339, Quakertown, and a 20 year. member of the National Womens Auxiliary of Veterans. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son, Steven W. of Northeastern, a daughter, Sabrina Weinholtz of Quakertown; one brother, Marvin Arnold of Owings Mills, Md; two sisters, Betty Vangasbeck of Sunbury, N.C. and Norma Snyder of Hamstead, Md; and three grandchildren. Services were held June 3. Memorial contributions can be made to Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation, 3 Forrest St., New Canaan, CT.

Frantz, Titus W.

Titus W. Frantz, 93, formerly of 433 Northmont Ave., Hamburg, died Wednesday at Reading Hospital and Medical Center, West Reading, where he had been a patient since Monday. Born in Walker Township, he was a son of the late Harry R. and Matilda M. Paul Frantz. He was employed for 40 years as a molder, including 23 years by the former Berks Foundry & Machine Co., West Hamburg. He retired in 1969 from Confer-Smith Foundry, Hamburg. He was a member of the Evangelical Congregational Church, Drehersville. He was a volunteer at Laurel Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Hamburg, for 10 years and received an award for the most hours as a volunteer in a year. He was a 50-year member of Union Fire Company, Hamburg, its beneficial association, a 50-year member of the Reading-Berks American Automobile Association, was a counselor for the former Order of Independent Americans, Council 8, Hamburg. His wife, the former Kathryn T. Machemer, died in 1986. Surviving are two sons, Harry T., Reading, and Kermit C., Hamburg; a brother, Jay H., Orwigsburg; two sisters, Celia I. Faust, Orwigsburg, and Dorothy F. Shellhammer, New Ringgold; five grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren. Services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Evangelical Congregational Church. Interment will be in Zion's (Red) Church Cemetery, West Brunswick Township. Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg, is in charge of arrangements.

Frederic, William G.

William G. Frederic, 62, died at his home in Kutztown on Monday. He is survived by his widow, Beulah M. (Yoder); five children, Madeline, wife of Reuben Ringler, and Kathryn M. Frederic, West Wyomissing; Harry T. and Percy E., Kutztown, and Betty June Frederic, Carlisle; a step-daughter, Bertha May; four grandchildren, a sister, Elizabeth, wife of Merle Allen, Carlisle, and three brothers, David, Harrisburg; Charles E., Allentown, and Albert, Williamstown, N.J.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, December 30, 1936, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frederick, Aaron

Aaron Frederick, a well known citizen, died yesterday at his home, No. 506 Walnut street, in the 55th year of his age. He had been in ill health for a year or more from dropsy, but was able to be up and about until Sunday, when he took to bed. The end was calm and peaceful. He was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, September 14, 1842. His parents were Solomon and Maria (Schmidt) Frederick. He had lived in Allentown since his boyhood. He learned the trade of carpentering with his brother, Benneville, and then became a band sawyer in Butz, Frederick & Co's planing mill. He followed the last employment until taken sick. He served two enlistments in the war. He was a private in Captain J. P. Dillinger's Company D., 128th Regiment, and was wounded in the leg at Antietam. He later re-enlisted, and was Corporal of Captain B. C. Roth's Company E, 202d Regiment. The deceased was widowed, about seven years ago. He left one son, Miles. His surviving brothers and sisters are Benneville and S. S. Frederick, of Allentown; James Frederick, of Trexlertown, and Sallie, wife of James Smith, of Fogelsville.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, October 14, 1896, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frederick, Aaron

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, October 14, 1896, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frederick, Aaron

Aaron Frederick, a well-known citizen died yesterday morning at seven o'clock at his home, No. 506 Walnut Street. He had been in ill health for a year or more from dropsy but was able to be up and about until yesterday, when he took to bed. Mr. Frederick was born in Longswamp Township, Berks County, September 11, 1812. His parents were Solomon and Martin (Schmidt) Frederick. He has lived in Allentown since his boyhood. He learned the trade of carpentering with his brother, Benneville, and then became the band sawyer in Butz, Frederick & Co., planing mill. Mr. Frederick served two enlistments in the war. He was a private in Captain J. P. Dillinger's Company D, 128th regiment, August 8 1863 and was wounded in the leg at Antietam. He was also a Corporal of Captain B. G. Roth's Company E, 102nd Regiment, August 15 1865 to August 3 1865. Mr. Frederick was widowed about seven years ago. He left one son, Miles. His surviving brothers and sisters are Benneville and S. S. Frederick of Allentown, James Frederick of Trexlertown, and Sallie, wife of James Smith, of Fogelsville. Interment in West End Cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, October 14, 1896. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frederick, Adam Benneville

Allentown lost one of its most esteemed citizens yesterday afternoon in the death of Adam Benneville Frederick, of the firm of Butz, Frederick & Co., owners of the plaining mill on Maple street, above Tenth. Mr. Frederick's death came entirely unexpected and the members of his family were prostrated when the sad news reached them. The deceased was in the office of the mill chatting pleasantly with his brother, Solomon S. Frederick, at about 4 o'clock yesterday afternoon, when he was suddenly taken ill and reeled over and was caught by his brother. He gave a few gasps and expired in his brother's arms. Drs. Frey and Stough were hurriedly summoned, but they at once saw, upon their arrival, that the man was beyond all human aid. The remains were removed by employes of the mill to the home of the deceased, No. 36 South Tenth street, where they were met by the stricken family who had been informed of the death. Mr. Frederick had an attack of pneumonia about four weeks ago, but had almost entirely recovered. He had, however, been in ill health for three or four years prior to that time and he was warned by his physicians that he would probably at any time be seized with attacks of heart failure. The deceased, however, could not relinquish his work at the mjill, having led a very busy life and he was very often at his desk when his condition was such that his family urged him to remain at home. Mr. Frederick was born at Longswamp, Berks county, October 30, 1830, and was, therefore, in his 70th year. He was a son of Mr. and Mrs. Solomon Frederick and was raised on his father's farm. When he was 13 years of age his father died. He remained at home a year longer and then hired out to farmers living in the vicinity of his home, until he was 18 years of age. About this time he was confirmed in the Lutheran Church at Mertztown by Rev. Isaac Roeller. After his confirmation he entered the employ as apprentice of Thomas Wilt, the miller, who conducted the Trexler Grist Mills, at Longswamp. Mr. Frederick remained there for six of seven years, when he started work as a millwright and continued at that trade for about six years. The last year of that time he spent with the Grim, Mickley & Weaver mill, in South Allentown, later known as the Schnurman mill. He then formed a partnership with the late Daniel H. Greenawald, in the carpentering and building business. In 1864 he associated himself with Levi Butz in the planning mill business. The firm was known as Butz & Frederick. In 1865 the firm of Butz, Frederick & Co. was formed with Joseph Kline. Mr. Kline remained in the firm for a few months, when he sold out to Solomon S. Frederick, the deceased's surviving brother. This firm continued until spring of 1892, when Solomon Frederick sold out his interest to Elmer E. Butz and Frank H. Frederick, son of the deceased. The firm name remained as Butz, Frederick & Co. The partnership of Levi Butz and the deceased was continued uninterrupted for thirty-six years. The deceased was married three times. His first wife was Caroline Baumer. A son born to this union died in infancy. Mr. Frederick was married a second tim to Maria Rebecca Sellers. One son was born to them, William J. Frederick, who resides at No. 38 South Tenth street. The deceased was married to his surviving widow, who is Sarah C., daughter of Jacob and Hannah Ritter, on February 17, 1861. This union was blest with the following children: Frank H., Joseph, Mrs. John Sefing, Allentown, and Charles S., of Lancaster, all of whom survive. The parents of the deceased, who have long since departed, were Solomon and Mary (nee Smith) Frederick. Six sons and two daughters were born to them of whom only one brother of the deceased, Solomon S. Frederick, of Allentown, and one sister, Mrs. James Smith, of Fogelsville, survive. Mr. Frederick was one of the organizers of St. Paul's Lutheran Church of this city, and served at various times as an officer in the church and Sunday school. In 1876 when St. Michael's Lutheran Church was organized, he withdrew from St. Paul's and joined the new congregation. Here he again became an active church worker and was foremost in all efforts tending to the upbuilding and advancement of the church and congregation. He lived a strictly Christian life and was an exemplary man and father in all his habits. His business dealings were marked with strict honesty and integrity. To the employes of the mill, who loved and trusted him implicitly, his death comes as a personal loss. His friends, too, whom he numbered in hosts, lose an associate whose life was an inspiration to them and whose kind words of sympathy in the hour of sorrow tempered the bitterness of many a pang. The sadly bereaved family has the sincerest condolence of the entire community in their loss. Mr. Frederick was a member of the Longswamp Beneficial Association since its organization. The funeral arrangements will be completed today.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, April 12, 1900, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frederick, David D.

David D. Frederick, 65, of 423 Douglas St., Berkshire Heights, Wyomissing, Berks County, a retired employe of Mary MacIntosh Services, died yesterday in his home. He was the husband of Emily E. (Krauss) Frederick. Born in Slatington, he was a son of the late George and Isabelle (Delong) Frederick. He lived in Allentown before moving to Reading a few years ago. He was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Allentown. He was secretary-treasurer of the Berkshire Fire Co. Surviving besides his widow are two sisters, Mrs. Minnie Schneck of Northampton and Mrs. Helen Hunsicker of Allentown, and three brothers, Paul and Stanley, both of Allentown, and Roy of Bethlehem. Arrangements are being made by the Trexler funeral Home, 1625 Highland St., Allentown.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, July 12, 1970, page D-6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frederick, Emma S.

Emma S., wife of John B. Frederick, of Reading, died of paralysis, aged 54 years and 2 months, on Monday. She was ailing since Friday. Deceased was a native of Maxatawny and lived in Reading most of her life. She is survived by her mother, Mrs. Hannah Oswald, and these children: John, of Philadelphia; George, Charles, William, Augustus, Annie, wife of William Adams; Ella, Mary, wife of Jeremiah Dry, all of Reading; Jacob, in the west, and Katie, wife of William Taggert, of Philadelphia; also two sisters, Mrs. Sarah Brady, of town; Mrs. John Livinghouse and a brother, Obediah Oswald, of Reading. Mrs. Frederick was a faithful member of St. Luke's Lutheran Church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, July 20, 1904, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frederick, Eva (nee Schmaltz)

Eva, widow of John Frederick, died yesterday at the home of her son-in-law, Gustav Summerfelt, near Huff's church, aged 81 years, 1 month and 9 days. She was a native of Russian Poland, a daughter of the late Matthias and Sophia (Bencha) Schmaltz. There survives a daughter, Emma, wife of Gustav Summerfelt. Funeral on Sunday at 11 a.m. from the home. All services at the home, Rev. J. N. Blatt officiating. Interment in Huff's Church cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, May 30, 1931, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frederick, Jacob

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, July 6, 1900, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frederick, James F.

James F. Frederick, an aged resident at the Lehigh county home, passed away there at 10.35 Monday night at the age of 81 years, 3 months and 22 days. He had been ill a long time with ailments due to old age. Mr. Frederick was born in Long Swamp township, Berks county, a son of Daniel and Sarah (Eisenhard) Frederick. He was a laborer, having worked on various farms in this vicinity. He is survived by one sister. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Schmoyer funeral home in Breinigsville. Interment to follow in the Trexlertown cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, October 10, 1934, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frederick, John

John Frederick, one time merchant and well to do gentleman at Congo, through misfortune became in "straightened" circumstances and died in the Montgomery County poorhouse.

Frederick, John J.

John J. Frederick, husband of Elsie M. (Ruth) Frederick, of 943 Liberty St., Allentown, died last night in the Sacred Heart Hospital. He was 71. Born in Shamrock, Berks county, he was a son of the late Oscar and Rosa (Stufflet) Frederick. He was employed as a maintenance worker at Zollinger-Harned Co. He was a member of St. Andrews United Church of Christ. Surviving besides his widow are three daughters, Marguerite, wife of the Rev. William Warner of Holland, Mich.; Beatrice P., wife of Charles S. Apgar of Allentown, and Mrs. Elizabeth Rothman of Allentown; a sister, Mrs. Sallie Huff of Allentown; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Services will be at 1;30 p.m. Tuesday in the Stephens Funeral Home at 1335-37 Linden St., Allentown. Calling hours from 7-8:30 p.m. tomorrow.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, April 22, 1962, page C-12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frederick, Jonathan

Jonathan Frederick, one of the oldest residents of Rockland, Berks county, died at his home near Fredericksville, of general debility on Sunday afternoon at 12.30 o'clock, aged 80 years, 8 months and 1 day. He had been in failing health since January. Mr. Frederick was born in Rockland township on December 15, 1843, a son of the late George and Rachel (Rohrbach) Frederick. He was an agriculturist. He is survived by his wife, Emma (Heffner) Frederick; a son, George, of Lyons; three daughters: Mrs. John Seneft and Mrs. John Rice, Reading, and Mrs. John Geist, Rockland township. A sister and brother, Mrs. David Koch, Topton, and James Frederick, at home; fourteen grandchildren and one great grandchild also survive. Two daughters preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held from his late home on Thursday morning at 9.30 o'clock, with further services in Dryville and interment in the Dryville cemetery. Rev. W. H. Cline will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, March 17, 1924, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frederick, Jonathan O.

Jonathan O. Frederick, Allentown R. 3, died last night at Allentown Hospital. He was 74. He was the husband of Florence M. (Breisch) Frederick. A native of Topton, he was a son of the late Oliver and Sara (Reinert) Frederick. He was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Allentown, and the home department of the Sunday school. He belonged to the Brotherhood of Railroad Clerks and was employed in the store department of the Jersey Central. He formerly worked many years as a silk weaver in Allentown. He lived in Allentown for many years, and resided at Krocksville, Allentown R. 3, for the past 22 years. Besides his wife, he is survived by four sons, Lester and Frank, Wescosville; Charles, Philadelphia, and Donald, Allentown; a daughter Margaret, wife of Frederick Hillburn, Allentown. There are 15 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Also surviving is a sister Jennie, wife of Frank Uhl, Allentown Star Route. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday in the Derr Funeral Home, 46 E. Susquehanna St., Allentown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, May 2, 1956, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frederick, Lester D.

Among the local survivors of Lester D. Frederick, of Temple, who died March 22 in the Henry Health Care Center of the Lutheran Home at Topton, where he had been a patient since Jan. 27, is a son, James H. Frederick, Maxatawny Township.

Frederick, Maria

Mrs. Maria Frederick died of cancer of the head at the residence of her son-in-law, W B Weidner, 135 River, aged 76 years and 4 months. Deceased had been ailing for 20 years and was bedfast for 9 weeks. She was born in Rockland and came to Reading 45 years ago. She was a member of First Reformed Church. Her first husband, Hezekiah Weidner, died 42 years ago. Shortly after his death she became married to Emanuel Frederick, who died 4 years ago. The following children survive: Samuel and Hezekiah Weidner, of Reading; William Weidner of Emaus; Mrs. W B Weidner, George, Phila.; Charles Frederick, Emanuel, Henry, and Michael Frederick; Mrs. Eliza Humphreys, of Pottstown; Mrs. Samuel B. Weidner of Reading; and Mrs. Stamm of Oakland; together with 2 sisters: Mrs. Annie O'neil of Norristown and Mrs. Benj. Rich of Lyons, and one brother, William Becker, besides 19 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.

Frederick, Maria E.

Mrs. Maria E., wife of George H. Frederick, died at their home on North Railroad street, on Monday evening, aged 65 years, 9 months and 25 days Deceased had been ill for a number of years but had been bedfast only the two weeks prior to her death. The immediate cause of death was paralysis of the heart. Mrs. Frederick was a daughter of the late Peter and Catharine Kline and was a native of Longswamp, Berks county. In 1868 she was married to her now surviving husband. Nine children resulted from this union, four of which, two sons and two daughters, preceded the mother in death. The funeral will take place on Friday forenoon with services at the house at 9.30 o'clock, after which the cortege will proceed to Lehigh Church, where further services will be held and interment made in the cemetery adjoining. Rev. C. A. Kerchner will officiate.

[Source: Emaus News, Macungie Progress, Thursday, April 28, 1910, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frederick, Marie E. (nee Kline)

Marie E., wife of George Frederick, residing on Railroad St., Emaus, died suddenly on Monday at 6 p.m. of paralysis of the heart. Deceased was born on July 1, 1844, at Longswamp township, and was a daughter of the late Peter and Catherine Kline. She is survived by her husband and these children: Rose Frederick, of Emaus; Mrs. Horace Bortz, Allentown; Mrs. Charles Diefenderfer, Allentown; Charles Frederick, Allentown, and John Frederick, Emaus. Deceased was a member of Lehigh Church. The funeral will be held on Friday morning at 9.30 o'clock. Services and burial at Lehigh Church, Rev. C. A. Kerschner officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, April 27, 1910, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frederick, Nicholas Reuben

Suffering from the effects of a stroke of apoplexy, Nicholas Reuben Frederick, a well known and respected resident of this city, died yesterday morning at 7:10 o'clock at his late home, the residence of his brother-in-law, James M. Schwoyer, No. 236 North seventh street, aged 63 years. The deceased was stricken with apoplexy Wednesday morning and never regained consciousness. He was always the first to arise at the Schwoyer home and when he did not come down for breakfast yesterday morning, Mrs. Schwoyer, upon investigating, found him lying in bed unconscious. Drs. H. B. Erb and John T. Eckert were summoned and administered treatment. Mr. Frederick was well known in this city and the news of his sudden demise came as a complete surprise to his many friends. He was born at Longswamp, Berks County, May 1, 1859, and was the son of the late Geo. and Mary Frederick, nee Fretz. He resided with his parents at Longswamp until twenty-six years ago, when he removed to this city with his mother, his father having preceded him in death. Eighteen years ago, his mother died, and since then he made his home with his sister, Mrs. James Schwoyer. He is survived by one brother, Josiah, and two sisters, Maggie, wife of Mr. Schwoyer, and Clara, wife of Harry A. Eckert. He was a member of the Longswamp Lutheran congregation. The time of the funeral will be announced later.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, November 1, 1912, page 13. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frederick, Oscar J.

Oscar J. Frederick, operating the Wagonhorst mill between Alburtis and Shamrock, owned by Harrison Meckley, of the former place, met a fearful death while at work Thursday forenoon. He was on the third floor with an employe and while changing a belt on another pulley his coat was caught by a belt clasp and before he could loosen himself he was dragged through the shafting. His companion ran down stairs and stopped the engine. When he returned Frederick was lying on the floor, his right arm torn out of the socket, his neck broken and his chest crushed in. Deceased was 38 years old and leaves his wife, three children, his parents, two brothers and three sisters. He was a popular and respected man in the community, serving his second term as school director of Longswamp, and a member of the I.O.O.F. and K. of P. lodges. His funeral took place on Tuesday.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, January 5, 1899, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frederick, Paul J.

Paul J. Frederick, 73, died Wednesday in his home at 152 Normal Ave., Kutztown. A native of Rockland Township, Berks County, Frederick had been employed by the Car-Tech Corp., Reading, before retiring in 1964. A son of the late Charles and Clara (Neheist) Frederick, he was the husband of Marie M. (Moser) Frederick. Surviving with his widow are two daughters, Dorothy J., wife of Herbert Hinchman of Secane, Delaware County, and Betty E., wife of Lee W. Trout of Kutztown; two sisters, Martha, wife of Leon Merkel of Kutztown, and Mrs. Mabel Gregro of Wyomissing; two brothers, Walter and Charles, both of Willard, Ohio; his stepmother, Mrs. Marguerite Frederick of Willard, and five grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday in the William S. Fritz Funeral Home, Kutztown. Calling hours will be from noon Saturday until the time of services.

Funeral Notice (p. 36): Age at death = 73 years, 2 months, 25 days; Buried, Hope Cemetery, Dryville

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, January 24, 1974, page 36. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frederick, Raymond

Raymond, son of Elias and Emma Frederick, of Fleetwood, died Tuesday evening of influenza, in Philadelphia, where he was employed in an ammunition plant. His age was 20 years and 7 days. He is survived besides his parents, by four brothers and one sister: Lester, Harold, Warren, Paul and Helen Sheetz, Pricetown. This is the first death from influenza in Fleetwood. Undertaker K. M. Stumph has charge.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, October 12, 1918, page 13. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frederick, Reuben

Reuben Frederick, for the past eleven years tenant on the farm of Reuben Acker, near the fair grounds, died Friday of grip and pneumonia, aged 82 years. He was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, and was a son of Jonathan Frederick. He was a carpenter and farmer. He was supervisor of South Whitehall for fifteen years. He was twice married. His first wife was Susan Romig, who died in 1862. His second wife was Judith Fenstermaker. These are the surviving children: John B. Frederick, of Philadelphia, and W. H. Frederick, of Tiffin, Ohio, by the first wife, and Mrs. Charles Romig of Cedarville; Richard Frederick, of Raritan, N.J.; Mrs. Joseph Jacobs, Tilghman Frederick and Mrs. Charles Rahmer, of this city, and Robert Frederick, of South Whitehall, by the second wife, besides 38 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. The funeral will take place on Tuesday morning at Cedarville, Rev. O. Leopold officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, March 4, 1901, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frederick, Rose

Mrs. Rose Frederick, widow of the late Oscar Frederick, died last evening at nine o'clock of typhoid fever at her home, No. 323 North Lumber street. She was 34 years of age and leaves two children, aged eleven and twelve years respectively. Her husband was killed in an accident at the flour mill at Alburtis about a year ago. The body will be taken to Mertztown, the home of her parents, this forenoon by Undertaker Wonderly.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Thursday, August 17, 1899, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frederick, Sarah F.

Mrs. Sarah F. Frederick, aged 45 years, wife of Mahlon B. Frederick, died on Saturday at Reading. Mrs. Frederick was a native of Rockland township. Besides her husband, Mrs. Frederick is survived by these children: Annie, wife of William E. High; Elsie, wife of Harry Dearolf; Edith, Charles and Sadie Frederick, at home; two brothers, William Hilbert, of New Jerusalem, and Jarius Hilbert, of Pottstown; two sisters, Hannah, wife of Ambrose Frederick, Reading, and Polly, wife of Orlandus Angstadt, Boyertown; also two stepsisters, Mrs. John Miller, of Allentown, and Mrs. Hannah Matthias, of Shanesville.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, August 4, 1908, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frederick, Teresa E.

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated for Teresa E. Frederick, 92, formerly of Barberry Road, who died January 19 in Reading Hospital. She was taken there from Berkshire Commons, Exeter Township, where she had resided since March. Her husband, Joseph J. Frederick, died in 1994. Born in Reading, she was a member of St. John Baptist de la Salle Roman Catholic Church, Shillington. Surviving is a daughter, Margaret L. (Frederick) Golden, Shillington. Other survivors include a brother; nine grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by two sons, Thomas W. Frederick in 1991 and Joseph J. Frederick Jr. in 2002. Burial was in Gethsemane Cemetery, Laureldale. The Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home Inc., West Reading, was in charge of arrangements.

Frederick, William and Son

BURIED IN ONE GRAVE. A double funeral held at the Huff's church, Hereford tsp., yesterday (Tuesday) morning attracted a very large number of people. William Frederick, of Longswamp township, passed out of life from the ravages of consumption on Friday, and a day later, his only son, a bright little lad, died of summer complaint, and both were buried in one coffin, as above stated, Rev. D. K. Humbert, of Bower's station, officiating.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, October 31, 1894, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fredericks, Annie R. (nee Homan)

Annie R. (Homan), widow of Benjamin Fredericks, died at the home of her daughter. Mrs. Ray Manning, 1115 Spring St., aged 63 years. Surviving are two daughters, Laura, wife of William Harris, and Florence, wife of Ray Manning, both of the city, two sons, Claude Reich, this city, and Harry Reich, Stony Creek Mills; also ten grandchildren. Funeral on Saturday at 3 p.m. from the parlors of F.F. Seidel, In., funeral directors. Burial in Aulenbach Cemetery.

Fredericks, Benjamin F.

Benjamin F. Fredericks died Sunday of complications, at his home, 218 South Second avenue, West Reading. He was 71 years of age and had been ailing for some time. He was a molder by trade. His widow, Annie, at home, survives. Funeral Director Seidel took charge of the remains.

Fredericks, Rosa

FREDERICKS � In this city, on the 4th inst., ROSA, wife of Benjamin Fredericks, aged 39 years, 7 months, and 3 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from her late residence, 1041 Amity street, on Saturday at 1:15 p.m. Services at the house. Interment in Aulenbach's cemetery.

Fredericks, Rosanna A.

Grief caused by the death of her daughter, Mrs. Ernest Lee, who resided at 646 Gordon street, is believed to have been indirectly responsible for the death of Rosanna A., wife of Benjamin F. Fredericks (nee Wagner), at 10:05 p.m. Tuesday at her home, 1041 Amity street.

Mrs. Fredericks was born in Reading and resided in this city all her life. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. Her husband, one son, Harry, at home, 11 grandchildren and one sister, Mrs. Caroline Seigel, Reading, survive.

Freeby, Clara Susanna (nee Minner)

Clara Susanna Freeby, wife of John Freeby, died at her home on West Second street, Alburtis, on Friday afternoon, aged 57 years, 11 months and 15 days. She had been ailing for several years and was bedfast for eight weeks. She was a daughter of the late Henry Minner and wife Catherine, nee Fegley, and was born in District Township, Berks county. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation at Lehigh Church. She is survived by her husband and one son, Charles H. Weidner, of Alburtis, and one grandson. The following are brothers and sisters: William Minner, of Allentown; Irwin Minner, of Alburtis; Albert Minner, of Mertztown R.D.; Mrs. Penrose Reppert and Mrs. Alvin Howerter, of Shamrock, and Mrs. David Meck, of Alburtis, R.D. Funeral will be held on Thursday afternoon, at 2.15 o'clock (standard) from her late home on West Second street. Short services at the house, followed by further services in the Lehigh church, and interment in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, July 25, 1927, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Freeby, Elizabeth (nee Turner)

Mrs. Elizabeth Freeby, widow of Lewis Freeby, died yesterday morning at the home of Lloyd Reinert, near Topton. She was aged 74 years, 5 months and 6 days. She was a daughter of the late Ezekiah and Lucy, nee Hill, Turner, and was born in Schuylkill county. Her husband preceded her in death five years ago. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Longswamp church, and is survived by a son John, of Mertztown R. 1; a daughter, Mrs. Warren O. Romig, of Allentown; a brother, Tillian, of Schnecksville, and five grandchildren. The funeral will be held on Tuesday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock, daylight saving time, at the Reinert home. Further services will be held at the Longswamp church, with Rev. W. F. Bond officiating. Interment in the Shamrock cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, April 23, 1932, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Freeby, Ellen (nee Gambler)

Mrs. Ellen, wife of James P. Freeby, died at her home at Macungie R. 1, Tuesday morning at 4.30 o'clock after an illness of the past five months from complications in her 55th year. Mrs. Freeby was a daughter of the late Daniel and Emmeline, nee Miller, Gambler, and was a native of Berks county. She was a devoted member of the Lobachsville Union church, and of the Fraternal Home Insurance Society of Emaus. She is survived by her husband, five grandchildren and the following sisters and brothers, Daniel, Wilson and Levi Gambler, Mertztown R. 2; William, Kutztown; Elmer, George and Mrs. Amanda Reppert, Topton; Mrs. William Hoffman, Huffs church, and Mrs. Harvey Lesher, Ringtown. A daughter, Mrs. Henry Erb, lost her life seven years ago when a gasoline stove exploded in her home at East Macungie. Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 9.30 a.m. at her late home. Continued services will be held in Lobachsville Union church and interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery. Friends may call on Friday night from 7 to 9 o'clock.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, November 11, 1931, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Freeby, John H.

John H. Freeby, 62, died yesterday at his home at Monterey, Kutztown R. 1. Born in Longswamp Township, he was a son of the late Louis and Lizzie Turner Freeby. He was a member of the Lutheran faith of Longswamp Union Church. Freeby was employed at the Caloric Stove Co., Topton, and was a member of the Topton and Kutztown fire companies, and the Kutztown American Legion post. Surviving are his wife, Della DeLong, Freeby; six sons, George L., Mertztown R. 1, Paul W., Belvedere, N.J., Howard J., Kutztown R. 1, Warren H., Belvedere, N.J., Stephen A., Kutztown, John H., Reading R. 1; one daughter, Carrie, wife of William H. Lehman, Allentown; 3 grandchildren, a sister Lizzie, wife of Warren Romig, Allentown. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday in the DeLong and Trexler Funeral Home, Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, April 28, 1954, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Freeby, Lewis A.

Lewis A. Freeby died yesterday afternoon at 1 o'clock at his late home near Henningsville from the result of a stroke of apoplexy. He was aged 68 years, 3 months and 19 days. Deceased was a son of the late George and Carolina, nee Keiser, Freeby and was born in Carbon county. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth, nee Turner; a son, John Freeby, Lenhartsville; a daughter, Mrs. Warren Romig, this city; and the following brothers and sisters, James Freeby, Emaus; John Freeby, Alburtis; Mrs. Wayne Bohn, Boyertown; Mrs. Charles Brensinger, Henningsville; Mrs. William Miller, Lobachsville, and Miss Mary Freeby of Coplay. Rev. W. F. Bond will officiate at the funeral services which will be held from the late home near Henningsville on Friday morning at 9:30 o'clock. Regular services will follow in Longswamp church and interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, December 27, 1926, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Freeby, Mary A.

Mary A. Freeby, daughter of the late George Freeby and Carolina, nee Keiser, Freeby, died yesterday morning at her late residence, that of her sister, Mrs. Catherine Brensinger, Longswamp township, Berks county. She was 58 years, 2 months and 7 days old. Born in Carbon county, the deceased is survived by three sisters, Mrs. Catherine Brensinger, Longswamp township; Mrs. Agnes Miller, Reading, and Mrs. Sylvanius Bohn, Boyertown; also one brother, James, Macungie. Funeral services will be held from the late residence, Friday at 1 p.m., with continued services to follow in Longswamp church. Interment in Coplay cemetery. Rev. William F. Bond will officiate. Viewing for relatives and friends Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, November 27, 1935, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Freed, Jacob

Freehafer, Adam

Freehafer--In this city, on the 5th inst., Adam Freehafer, aged 73 years and 9 months. Relatives and friends, also all organization of which he was a member, are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from F.F. Seidel's Funeral Chapel, 117 North Fifth Street, Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery. Remains can be viewed at Seidel's Chapel, Tuesday evening.

Freehafer, Adam S.

Adam S. Freehafer, aged 73 years, 584 Douglass street, died this morning of complications at the Homeopathic Hospital He had been ailing for several years. Mr. Freehafer was a veteran employe of the Reading Company, being retired three years ago after serving for many years on the railroad track repair gang. He was a member of Holy spirit Lutheran Church, the Knights of Friendship, the P.O.S. of A. and the Reading Company Relief Association. His parents were the late John and Susan (Seyfert) Freehafer and he was the last of his immediate family. There survive the widow, Sallie (Merkle) Freehafer; one daughter, Mary, at home, and two grandchildren. Funeral director, Seidel.

Freehafer, Alice

Alice, daughter of Adam and Sallie Freehafer, died of convulsions, aged one year, 3 months, and 9 days, at the residence of the parents, 564 Douglass.

Freehafer, Child of Adam

Freehafer, Daniel M.

Daniel M. Freehafer, a prominent contractor and builder, died suddenly at 1 a.m. today at his residence, 125 South Tenth. He was stricken on Wednesday morning, and from that time on grew worse until the end. Besides his widow, Mrs. Rosa Freehafer, he is survived by two sons, Raymond and D. Russell, and a daughter, Amelia, wife of John Frankhouser, of Adamstown; also these brothers and sisters: Mrs. M.A. Zimmerman, Mrs. Emma Boyer, Mrs. Joseph H. Taylor, R.E. Freehafer, and E.F. Freehafer, of Reading; Mrs. William Mattern of York, PA, and Mrs. Charles S. Philipps of Fern Glen, PA. Mr. Freehafer was in the contracting and building business in this city for a number of years. He erected the First United Evangelical Church, Eighth and Court, of which congregation he was a prominent member. He built St. Paul's United Evangelical Church, the new United Evangelical Church of Frackville, the residences of George H. Guenther and John R. Miller and scores of others. He was a faithful church member, having served as a trustee, steward and Sunday School teacher for many eras of the First United Evangelical congregation. He was a past member of POS of A, No. 212, and was a past master of Chandler Lodge, No. 237, F. & A.M. Deceased leaves a host of friends in all walks of life.

Freehafer, Daniel M.

In this city, on the 12th inst., Daniel M. Freehafer. The relatives and friends of the family, also Chandler Lodge, No. 227, F. and A.M., and Camp 212, P.O.S. of A., are respectfully invited to attend his funeral on Tuesday at 2 p.m. from his late residence, 125 South 10th St. Services at the house. Interment at Aulenbach's cemetery.

Freehafer, Edith Irene

Freehafer - In this city, on the 29th inst. Of diphtheria, Edith Irene, daughter of Daniel and Rose Freehafer, aged 4 years 5 months and 12 days. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend her funeral on Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, from the residence of her parents, no. 230 Carpenter Street. Services at the house. Interment at Aulenbach's cemetery.

Freehafer, Edward F.

Edward F. Freehafer, who conducted a furniture store at Fifth and Bingamen streets for many years, died at his home, 319 Pine Street. Death followed an illness of four years. He was a son of the late Michael and Susan (Geier) Freehafer. He was a member of St. Peter's Methodist Episcopal Church; Lodge 2, F & AM, Reading Chapter, 152 RAM; Demolay Commandery, Knights Templar, and Rajah Temple. He was a member of the Rajah Temple choir for many years. Surviving are his widow, Martha F. (Weitzel); a son, E. Geier Freehafer of Mt. Vernon, NY; one grandchild, and a brother, Richard E. of Pughtown. Funeral services Monday at 11 a.m. from the Miller Funeral home with the Rev. Clarence E. Howell officiating. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery.

Freehafer, Edward Geier

Edward G. Freehafer, director of the New York Public Library from 1954 until 1971, died Monday, of complications from a spinal operation at Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown, N.Y. He was 76 years old and lived in Cooperstown.

Mr. Freehafer managed one of the world's largest public library systems during some of its most trying and innovative times. Under his direction, the Research Library of the performing Arts at Lincoln Center was established, as was the Mid-Manhattan Circulating Branch in the old Arnold Constable Building on Fifth Avenue at 40th Street.

In the last several years of Mr. Freehafer's tenure, he had to deal with a number of financial problems. These included operating deficits that eroded the library's endowment and the increasing inability of the city to supply funds to support the research functions of the main library at Fifth Avenue and 42nd Street and the circulation service at more than 80 branches in Manhattan, the Bronx and Staten Island.

Mr. Freehafer, who was born in Reading, Pa., received degrees from Brown University and Columbia University. He joined the Public Library in 1932 as a reference assistant and worked his way up to become chief of the personnel office in 1947 and head of the reference department in 1954, from which post he was made director later that year. He retired in January 1971.

He was a former chairman of the Association of Research Libraries, a member of the Board of Regents' Advisory Council on Libraries and a member of the State Commissioner of Education's Committee on Public Library Service.

He is survived by his wife, the former Isabel Houck; a son, John, of Cooperstown, and three grandchildren.

A funeral service will be held at 2 P.M. Sunday at the First Presbyterian Church in Cooperstown.

Freehafer, Edward Geier

Edward G. Freehafer, director of the New York Public Library from 1954 until 1971, died Monday. He was 76.

Freehafer managed one of the world's largest library systems during some of its most trying and innovative times. Under his direction, the Research library of the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center was established, as was the mid-Manhattan Circulating Branch.

Freehafer, Flora May and Freehafer, Maude Clara

Freehafer - in this city on the 23rd inst. Of diphtheria, Flora May and on the 25th inst., Maude Clara, daughters of Daniel M. and Rose Freehafer, aged 5 years 8 months and 21 days and 2 years 4 months and 13 days respectively. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral on Monday afternoon at 3 o'clock from the residence of the parents. No. 231 Carpenter Street. Services at the house. Interment at Aulenbach's cemetery.

Freehafer, Harry L.

Freehafer - On the 27th inst. Harry L. of 111 N. Jupiter Ave., Clearwater, FL, age 86 years. Services from Bean Funeral home, Inc. N. 16th & Rockland Sts. Hampden Heights Saturday 10 a.m. interment in Pleasantview Cemetery. Friends may call Friday 7 to 9 p.m. Please make contributions to Alsace Lutheran Church, 2201 Kutztown Road, Reading, PA 19605.

Freehafer, Harry L.

Services for Harry L. Freehafer, 86, formerly of Northmont, will be Saturday at 10 a.m. The Rev. Charles E. Fair will officiate in the Bean Funeral Home Inc. Burial will be in Pleasant View Cemetery, Spring Township. Freehafer died Tuesday night in his residence at 111 N. Jupiter Ave., Clearwater, Fla. Born in Adamstown, he was a son of the late Franklin and Annie (Keen) Freehafer. His first wife, Alice T. (Troop) Freehafer, died April 17, 1941, and his second wife, Kathryn C. (Hohl) Freehafer died Oct. 21, 1965. Freehafer had been employed as a toolmaker by the former Carl Lieberknecht Co., Laureldale, before retiring in 1959. He was a member of Alsace Lutheran Church and Lodge 62, F. & A.M. Surviving are a daughter, Evelyn F., wife of Clifford R. Young, Waterford, Conn.; and a stepdaughter, Margaret C., wife of J. Edward Arnold, Mount Penn. Also two stepsons, Leonard G. and Philip H. Cote, both of Muhlenberg Park, and eight grandchildren.

Freehafer, Howard M.

Freehafer - In this city, on the 12th inst. Howard M. son of Adam and Sallie Freehafer, aged 4 years, 6 months. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral without further notice, from the residence of the parents, 564 Douglass St., on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Services at the house. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery.

Freehafer, Isabel (nee Houck)

Cooperstown--Isabel Houck Freehafer, 91, of Cooperstown, died Thursday morning, Sept. 16, 1999, at The Meadows.

She was born on Feb. 6, 1908, in Reading, Pa., a daughter of Edgar and Emily (Baer) Houck.

She was married to Edward G. Freehafer on July 7, 1934, in Oley, Pa. Mr. Freehafer died in 1985.

Mrs. Freehafer grew up in Reading and graduated from Reading High School in 1925. In 1929, she graduated from Ursinus College at Collegeville, Pa., with a bachelor's degree in mathematics. While attending Ursinus College she was a member of the Schaff Literary Club, the hiking club and the glee club.

Mrs. Freehafer was employed as a French teacher at Conschohocken High School in Pennsylvania from 1929 until 1934. Following her marriage, she assisted her husband in his duties as director of the New York Public Library in New York City until his retirement.

A resident of Cooperstown for the past 20 years, Mrs. Freehafer was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Cooperstown, and will be remembered as an accomplished bridge player, participating in the Clark's Sports Center Bridge Group. She especially enjoyed reading and listening to music.

Mrs. Freehafer is survived by her son, Dr. John G. Freehafer, and his wife, Gail, of Cooperstown; a sister, Mrs. Edith Fetterman of Temple, Pa.; three grandchildren, Peter Baer Freehafer of Cherry Valley, Susan Tracy Freehafer of Durham, N.C., and Lisa Morgan Freehafer of Baltimore, Md.; three great-grandchildren, Alexander Hunt Freehafer and Morgan Taylor Freehafer of Cherry Valley, and Jacob Frazier Martin of Durham, N.C. She is also survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Private services and burial will be in the Charles Evans Hughes Cemetery in Reading, Pa.

In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in the form of memorial donations may be made to the Friends of Bassett Hospital, 1 Atwell Road, Cooperstown, N.Y. 13326.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Connell, Dow & Deysenroth Funeral Home in Cooperstown.

Freehafer, John E.

John E. Freehafer, 95, of Santa Rosa, Calif., and formerly of Reading, died June 21 in his residence. He was predeceased by his wife, Helen (Richards) Freehafer. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Raymond D. and Amy R. (Baker) Freehafer. He received a bachelor's degree in engineering physics and his master's degree in mathematics from Lehigh University, Bethlehem, and his doctorate in theoretical physics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Freehafer began his career as a physics professor at MIT and later taught at Case Western Reserve, Cleveland. While at MIT, Freehafer was credited with innovative research work in wave theory, and during World War II, was recruited to work at the university's radiation laboratory, aiding in radar development. Freehafer later worked for 30 years in the engineering department of General Railway Signal Co., Rochester, N.Y., where he served as chief of engineering, retiring in 1975. He is survived by a daughter, Nancy (Freehafer) Pheatt, Elverta, Calif. There are also three grandchildren. He was predeceased by a daughter, Susan Freehafer. The Santa Rosa Memorial Park and Mortuary, Santa Rosa, was in charge of arrangements.

Freehafer, John Franklin

Freehafer -- In this city on the 7th inst. John F. Freehafer aged 42 years and 16 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from his late residence, 835 N. 5th St. on Monday at 1:30 p.m. To proceed to the Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit, 4th and Windsor Streets, where further services will be held at 2 p.m. Interment in Gouglersville Cemetery.

Freehafer, John P.

John P. Freehafer, 72 of 510 Harding Ave., Shillington, died Sunday morning at 9:10 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient since Wednesday. He was the husband of Marguerite A. (Moyer) Freehafer. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late John F. and Sadie I. (Price) Freehafer. Freehafer had been employed as manager of Sheerlund Forest for 39 years before retiring Feb. 15, 1985. He was an Army veteran of World War II and a 1938 graduate of Delaware Valley College. He was a member of Holy Spirit Lutheran Church. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Dr. John F. Freehafer, Phoenixville, Chester County, and Douglas A., Philadelphia, and two grandchildren. Also four sisters: Margaret P., widow of Ivan Gale, Phoenix, Ariz.; Louise P., widow of John O. Melot, Highlands of Wyomissing; Anna P., widow of J. Richard Preston, Wernersville; and Catherine P., wife of Charles Small, Willow Street, Lancaster County. Bean Funeral Home Inc., Shillington, is in charge of arrangements.

Freehafer, Kate (nee Eiler)

Freehafer, Kathryn

Reading, PA. (AP) -- Mrs. Kathryn Freehafer, 69, of Reading, was fatally injured Thursday when the car in which she was riding suddenly bolted forward at a stop light and struck the light pole and the cement stops of a nearby home. Police said the driver, Mrs. Freehafer's husband, Harry, apparently put his foot on the accelerator instead of the brake by mistake.

Freehafer, Katie E. (nee Deysher)

In this city, on the 4th inst., Katie E., wife of Edward F. Freehafer. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from her late residence, 319 Pine Street, on Saturday afternoon, at 1:30. Services at the house. Interment private.

Freehafer, Katie Emma (nee Deysher)

Mrs. Katie Emma Freehafer, wife of Edward F. Freehafer, died of a complication of diseases at 9:15 pm Tuesday at her residence, 319 Pine. She was ailing eight months and bedfast six weeks. Deceased was a member of St. Peter's M.E. church and prior to her illness was actively engaged in church and Sunday school work. She was an accomplished musician. She was an only daughter of the late Jacob H. and Annie K. Deysher. Besides her husband, two brothers, Oliver M. Deysher and Abner S. Deysher, survive.

Freehafer, Lizzie L. (nee Koch)

Freehafer - In Northgate, on the 13th inst. Lizzie L., wife of Richard E. Freehafer. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral without further notice form her residence, 310 Summit St., Northgate on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Services at the home. Interment in Charles Evans cemetery.

Freehafer, Lizzie L. (nee Koch)

With two clergymen officiating, the funeral of Lizzie L., wife of Richard E. Freehafer, took place from her home, 310 Summit Avenue, Northside. The officiating clergymen were Rev. Samuel Johnson, pastor of St. Peter's M.E. Church of which Mrs. Freehafer was a member and Rev. N. Barton Masters, of Philadelphia, formerly pastor of St. Peter's Church. The body was attired in white silk and rested in a solid mahogany casket. Interment was made in Charles Evans cemetery by Undertaker Miller.

Freehafer, Marguerite A. (nee Moyer)

Marguerite A. "Peg" Freehafer, 81, formerly of 510 Harding Ave., Shillington, died July 4 at 4:30 a.m. in Reading Hospital where she had been a patient since June 27. She had resided in Mifflin Court, Cumru Township, since November 2000. Her husband, John P. Freehafer, died Oct. 15, 1989. Born in Reading, Freehafer was a daughter of the late Foster E. and Lottie M. (Detterline) Moyer. She was a 1937 graduate of Reading High School. Freehafer was a member of Holy Spirit Lutheran Church, Reading. She is survived by two sons: Dr. John F., Phoenixville, and Douglas A., Ballston Spa, NY. Also surviving are three brothers: John D. Moyer, St. Paul, Minn.; William D. Moyer, Atlantic Highlands, NJ; and Howard W. Moyer, Birdsboro; and two sisters: Betty Jane (Moyer) Heath, Douglassville, and Anne L. (Moyer) Michael, Cumru Township. Also surviving are four grandchildren. Services will be Tuesday at 11 a.m. in Holy Spirit Church. Burial will be in Wyomissing Cemetery, Gouglersville. Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Shillington, is in charge of arrangements.

Freehafer, Martha Frances (nee Weitzel)

Freehafer - In New York, on the 6th inst. Martha F. (nee Weitzel) widow of Edward F. Freehafer of 213 S. 5th age 81 years. Rev. Theodore Pavlidis will officiate at services at Henninger Funeral home, 229 N. 5th St., Monday at 1:30 p.m. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery. Friends may call Sunday evening 7 to 9.

Freehafer, Martha Frances (nee Weitzel)

Mrs. Martha Frances (Weitzel) Freehafer, 81, of 213 S. 5th St. died last night in Lawrence Hospital, Bronxville, NY. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late John F. and Marietta (Stam) Weitzel. The widow of Edward F. Freehafer, who died in 1941, Mrs. Freehafer was a member of St. Peter's Methodist Church. She is survived by a son, Edward G. of Pelham, NY and a grandson. Services will be held on Monday at 1:30 p.m. from the Henninger Funeral Home, the Rev. Theodore Pavlidis officiating. Burial will take place in Charles Evans Cemetery.

Freehafer, Mary E.

Services for Mary E. Freehafer, 88, Birdsboro R.D. 3, are being arranged by Francis F. Seidel, Inc. Miss Freehafer was dead on arrival Thursday at 10:15 p.m. at the St. Joseph Hospital. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of Adam and Sally (Merkel) Freehafer. She was employed as a maintenance worker for 15 years by both the American Bank and the Reading Co., retiring in 1963. She is survived by two daughters, Betty Stacherski, Laureldale, and Anna, widow of John Impink, Reading; four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Freehafer, Mary E. (nee Miller)

Mary E. Freehafer, 8, formerly of 1434 Oak Lane, Reading, died Monday, May 12 in Luther Crest Retirement community, South Whitehall Township. She was the wife of the late Robert P. Freehafer. Born in Hamburg, she was a daughter of the late Eugene C. and Edna M. (Bright) Miller. Survivors: Daughter, Sarajane, wife of Richard L. Maass of Emmaus; brother, Herman H. of Sinking Spring, Berks County, sisters, Dorothea Germann of Reading and Jean, wife of Alexander Wornow of Chico, Calif.; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Services: 11 am. Thursday, Cramp Funeral Home, 934 Centre Ave., Reading. Call 10-11 am Thursday. Contributions: Reading Public Library.

[Source: Allentown (PA) Morning Call, Wednesday, 14 May 1997. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Freehafer, Michael

Word was received here yesterday of the death of Michael Freehafer, who was a resident of this town many years ago. He died at his home in Reading leaving a large grown up family He was 70 years of age and was the father-in-law of Druggist C.S. Phillips, of town.

Freehafer, Michael

Freehafer - On Tuesday, August 16, Michael Freehafer, aged 70 years, 10 months and 6 days. The relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from his late residence, 821 Pine St. on Saturday, August 20th at 1:30 p.m. Interment at Charles Evans Cemetery.

Freehafer, Michael

Michael Freehafer, 391 Pine st., died at 6.35 Tuesday evening of a complication of diseases, aged 70 years. Deceased was taken ill with the grip about 2 years ago which resulted in kidney disease. He was bedfast since last Friday. Mr. Freehafer was born in Schuylkill Haven, resided in different sections of Schuylkill county and was in the general merchandise business in Shenandoah and Girardville for 28 years. He moved to this city in 1876 and up to 2 years ago was employed as a carpenter at the P & R. car shops. His widow, Sarah, and the following children survive: Mrs. Wm. Mattern, Columbia; Mrs. Joseph Taylor, Frackville; Mrs. Charles S. Philips, of Shenandoah; Mrs. Geo. W. Boyer, Daniel M., Mrs. M.A. Zimmerman, Richard E., Wm. H., Edward F. and Sarah, all of this city. No brothers or sisters survive. he was a member of the 6th St., Evangelical church.

Freehafer, Raymond D.

Raymond D. Freehafer, a civil engineer, died of a complication of diseases, at his home, 1424 Spruce street, at 1:30 a.m. today, aged 27 years, 1 month and 29 days. He had been ailing and was bedfast five weeks. Deceased was a native of this city. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Freehafer. His parents died several years ago. He was employed by William H. Karns and did considerable work for the United Traction Company. Mr. Freehafer graduated from the Reading High School in 1902. He leaves his widow, Ruth (nee Baker), an eight-month-old son, John, and a brother, Russell Freehafer, of this city. Deceased was a member of the First United Evangelical Church.

Freehafer, Richard E.

R.E. Freehafer, 80, Claimed by Death. Served as Manager of Local Store 51 Years

Richard E. Freehafer, for 51 years manager of the B. & J. Saylor store this city, died at 7 o'clock this morning in his home, Spring City, R.D. 1, along Route 100; after an illness of several months. He was aged 80 years.

He was admitted to the Homeopathic Hospital, Pottstown, on Thursday, March 19, and returned home six days later. He was born September 8, 1861 in Schuylkill haven, a son of the late Michael and Sarah (Gier) Freehafer. For the past 17 years he lived in Spring City R.D.

Prior to that he resided in Reading, where he was manager of Saylor's store, a post he held until ten years ago, when he retired. He was a member of Pughtown Baptist Church; Lodge 62, F. & A.M. of Reading; Rajah Temple, AAONMS.

Surviving are his widow, Sadie (Malschnee); a son, Fred, of Pittsburgh; stepson, George Weidman, of Spring City, R.D. 1, and five grandchildren. He was the last of his immediate family.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 2 p.m. in his home. The Rev. Charles Jared and the Rev. Dr. N. Barton Masters will officiate. Interment will be made in Charles Evans Cemetery, this city. A.W. White funeral director of Parkersford, has charge.

Freehafer, Richard E.

Freehafer - In Spring City, R.D. 1 on the 30th inst. Richard E., husband of Sadie (nee Malschnee) Freehafer, aged 80 years. Services from his late residence, Spring City, R.D. 1, Route No. 100, on Wednesday at 2 o'clock. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery. Friends may call at the residence, Tuesday evening 7 to 9.

Freehafer, Robert P.

Freehafer - on the 21st inst. Robert P., husband of Mae [sic] E. (nee Miller) Freehafer of 1434 Oak Lane, Reading, age 81 years. Services from Cramp Funeral Home, Inc., 934 Centre Ave. Monday at 11a.m. Interment in Wyomissing Cemetery. Friends may call Monday 10 to 11 a.m. Contributions may be made to Berks County Heart Fund, 525 Elm St. Reading, 19601.

Freehafer, Robert P.

Robert P. Freehafer, 81, of 1434 Oak Lane, died Thursday afternoon at 1:10 in Reading Hospital where he had been a patient since January 7. He was the husband of Mary E. (Miller) Freehafer. Born in Adamstown, he was a son of the late John F. and Sadie I. (Price) Freehafer. He had been employed as the director of purchasing by Carpenter Technology Corp. before retiring in 1972. A 1930 graduate of the former Carnegie Institute of Technology, Pittsburgh, he served on the board of directors of Reading Alloys Metals, Robesonia, and the Mountain Spring Association. He was a member of Holy Spirit Lutheran Church. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Sarajane, wife of Richard L. Maass, Emmaus, and three grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and a brother, John P., Shillington. Also four sisters: Margaret P., widow of Ivan Gale, Phoenix, Ariz., Louise P., wife of John Melot, Lincoln Park; Anna P., widow of J. Richard Preston, Wernersville, and Catherine P., wife of Charles Small, Lancaster. The Cramp Funeral Home Inc. is in charge of arrangements.

Freehafer, Rosa (nee Schultz)

Mrs. Rosa Freehafer, widow of the late Daniel F. Freehafer, passed away this morning at 8:25 o'clock at her home, 125 South Tenth Street. Mrs. Freehafer was the oldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Schultz. She was born in this city on June 13, 1860, and resided in Reading all her life. Her husband and four daughters preceded her in death. The loss of her husband a little more than three years ago, followed closely by that of her only daughter, was a blow from which she never recovered. Deceased was a member of the First United Evangelical Church and Sunday school. Two sons survive: Raymond and Russell.

Freehafer, Russel

Freehafer - In this city on the 6th inst. Russel Freehafer, aged 17 years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral from the residence of his aunt, Mrs. Augusta Taylor, 733 N. 8th St. on Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock. Services at the house. Interment in Aulenbach's cemetery.

Freehafer, Ruth A.

Services for Mrs. A. Ruth Freehafer, 90, of 1424 Spruce St., who died Monday afternoon in St. Joseph's Hospital, where she was a patient four weeks, will be private at the convenience of the family. The Rev. James B. Ritter will officiate in Theo. C. Auman, Inc. Born in Allentown, she was a daughter of the late Edwin C. and Emma (Peters) Baker. Her husband, Raymond D. Freehafer, died in 1910. She is survived by a son, John E., Pittsford, N.Y.; two grandchildren, and a sister, Eleanor, wife of Joel H. Manwiller, Mount Penn.

Freehafer, Sadie I. (nee Price)

Mrs. Sadie I. Freehafer, 89, died Saturday at 7:05 a.m. in the Topton Lutheran Home where she was a guest for the past two years. Born near Mohnton, a daughter of the late Amos and Louise (Wert) Price, she was a member of Holy Spirit Lutheran Church. Her husband John F. Freehafer, died in November 1926. Surviving are two sons, Robert P. of Reading, and John P., Sheerlund; four daughters, Margaret P., wife of Ivan Gale, Phoenix, Ariz.; Louise P., wife of John Melot, Lincoln Park; Anna P., wife of J. Richard Preston, Wernersville, and Catharine P., wife of Charles Small, Glen Arm, Md.; 10 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Services will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. in the Cramp Funeral Home, the Rev. Mark K. Trexler officiating. Burial will be in Wyomissing Cemetery, Gouglersville.

Freehafer, Sadie I. (nee Price)

Freehafer - On the 29th ult. In Topton, Sadie I. (nee Price) Freehafer, aged 89 years. The Rev. Mark K. Trexler will officiate at services in the Cramp Funeral home, 934 Centre Ave., Tuesday, 11 a.m. Interment in Wyomissing Cemetery, Gouglersville. There will be no visitation Monday evening. Friends may call Tuesday 10 to 11 a.m. Contributions may be made to the Topton Lutheran Home, Topton, PA.

Freehafer, Sallie D. (nee Merkel)

Sallie D. (Merkel), 88, widow of Adam Freehafer, died in her home, 238 Reed St. She was a daughter of the late William and Esther Dunkel) Merkel. Surviving are a daughter, Mary R., at home; two grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Saturday at the convenience of the family, the Rev. Walter E. Hempel officiating. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery. F.F. Seidel, Inc., funeral directors, have charge.

Freehafer, Sallie D. (nee Merkel)

Freehafer--On the 3rd inst., Sallie D. (nee Merkel) Freehafer, aged 88 years. Services at the convenience of the family. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery. Friends may call at the Francis F. Seidel, Inc., Funeral Chapel, 117 N. 5th ST., Friday evening, 7 to 9.

Freehafer, Sarah (nee Geier)

Died on the Veranda. Sudden Death of Mrs. Sarah Freehafer While Seated in an Easy Chair

While seated in a rocker on the veranda in front of her home at 321 Pine, Mrs. Sarah Freehafer, widow of Michael Freehafer, expired suddenly about 9 o'clock Tuesday evening. Some time ago she contracted a severe attack of grip and about three months ago this developed into heart failure. She was well as usual on Tuesday evening and was chatting with her relatives, when she suddenly sighed and fell back in the chair. Dr. Jennings, who happened to be in the neighborhood ministering to another patient was called, but when he arrived he pronounced life extinct. Several members of the family were present.

Mrs. Freehafer's age was 77 years and 6 months. She was born and reared at Orwigsburg, but resided in Reading for the past 24 years. Her husband preceded her in death 8 years. Deceased was a member of St. Peter's M.E. church and was well known in the congregation. There survive the following children: Mrs. M.A. Zimmerman, Reading; Mrs. William Mattern, Allentown; Mrs. C.S. Phillips, Shenandoah; Contractor Daniel Freehafer, Reading, and Edward Freehafer, proprietor of the Deysher furniture store; Mrs. Emma Boyer, Mrs. J.H. Taylor and Richard E. Freehafer, all of Reading. She leaves a brother Thomas Geiger, Phila., and these sisters: Mrs. Jacob Fryer, Phila.; Mrs. Porter Case, Chicago; Mrs. William Fryer, Milton; Mrs. Henry Shultz, Mrs. William Snell and Mrs. Mary Walker all of Reading.

Freehafer, Sarah (nee Geier)

The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend her funeral on Saturday at 10 a.m. from her late residence No. 821 Pine St. Services at the home. Interment at Charles Evans Cemetery.

Freehafer, Sarah (nee Geier)

The funeral of Mrs. Sarah Freehafer, widow of Michael Freehafer, took place form her residence, 321 Pine at 10 a.m. and was largely attended. The remains were attired in a black dress and reposed in a black cloth-covered casket with heavy silver trimmings and plate bearing the deceased's name and age. Services were conducted at the house by Rev. B. T. Callen. The bearers were Washington Root, Reuben Rishill, Lewis Crater and George Ganger. The tribute included a cluster of 77 carnations and maiden hair fern were tied with a satin ribbon, from the grandchildren; bouquets of natural flowers from Mr. And Mrs. William Mattern, Richard Freehafer, Daniel Freehafer, Mr. And Mrs. Edward Freehafer and Mrs. Reuben Risheill and daughter. Interment in Charles Evans cemetery. The out-of-town friends included: Mr. and Mrs. William Mattern and sons Fred and Harry, of Lebanon; Thomas Gier and wife, and Edward Aschenbach, Phil.; Mrs. William Sheridan, Hamburg; Mrs. Daniel Sheridan, Mrs. John Harner and Mrs. William Dibert, Schuylkill Haven. Funeral director, E.S. Miller.

Freehafer, William

The remains of William, son of Adam Freehafer, 564 Douglass, were interred at Charles Evans, Rev. Dr. J. Fry officiating.

Freehafer, William H.

Freehafer - in this city, on the 1st inst. William H. Freehafer, aged 26 years. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend his funeral on Monday afternoon at 2 p.m. from his late residence No. 417 South 4th St. Services at the house. Interment private at Charles Evans Cemetery.

Freehafer, William H.

The funeral of William Freehafer took place from his residence, 417 South 4th, at 2 p.m. The remains were attired in a black silk robe, covered with an elder down blanket and lay in a black cloth covered casket with silver trimmings and plate bearing the deceased's name and age. Services were conducted at the house by Rev. Dr. R.S. Debow, pastor of St. Peter's M.E. church. The choir sang a number of hymns at the house and grave. The bearers were Thomas Risheill, Wm. Bowman, Edward Risheill and Joseph K. Kemp. Among those present from out of town were Mr. and Mrs. Mattern of Wilmington, Del.; Mrs. Kate Phillips of Shenandoah and Mrs. Sadie Taylor and daughter of Frackville and Fred Mattern of F and M College, Lancaster. Among the tributes were a design of an anchor, cross and hearth of roses, carnations, hyacinths, swainsonia, sweet alyssum and smilax, representing "Faith, Hope, and Charity," the whole resting on a base of natural flowers from St. Peter's M.E. Sunday school; cluster of cream roses and fern, tied with satin ribbon, children; bouquet of cream roses and hyacinths, from the Misses Jeffries; cluster of carnations, tied with white satin ribbon, sister-in-law, Addie, and a bouquet of carnations from deceased's Sunday school scholar, Miss Alice Flickinger. Interment in Charles Evans cemetery. Funeral director, E.S. Miller.

Freeman, Caspar

Caspar Freeman, a Revolutionary War Soldier, died on May 6th, aged 78 years, in Upper Bern Township.

Freeman, Charles W.

Shillington, May 4 (Special). Charles W. Freeman died of general debility at his home in this borough, aged 47 years, 3 months and 1 day. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Wellington Freeman, of Leesport, and there remains one son, one daughter, two brothers and five sisters. Funeral from the residence of his father at Leesport, Friday May 5, at 1 p.m. daylight time, with all the services at the house. Rev. M.L. Herbein will officiate and interment will be made at Belleman's Church. Undertaker J.D. Naftzinger, of Centerport, has charge. The deceased was a member of Lodge No. 48, nights of Friendship, of Reading.

Freeman, Elem E.

Elem E. Freeman, 75, of 1221 Broadway Blvd., Kenhorst, died Thursday night in Reading Hospital, where he was a patient since June 21.

Born in Reading, a son of Charles and Mary (Sloat) Freeman, he was employed as a paint mixer at the SCL Division, Durkey, retiring in 1965.

A Navy veteran of World War I, Mr Freeman was a member of Alsace Lutheran Church, Kenhorst Fire Co. and the Royal Neighbors of America.

Surviving are his widow, Mary S. (Erwin) Freeman; five sons: James H., Wayne W., Elem E. Jr., Allan D., and Donald L. and four daughters: Betty M., wife of Claude F. Nagle Sr.; Miriam M., wife of Thomas B. Wentzel; Henrietta G., wife of Russell L. Ziegler, and Eula M., wife of Robert C. Kessler, all of Reading.

Twenty-five grandchildren, seven great grandchildren and one stepbrother, Henry Loy, Reading.

Services will be held Tuesday at 10 a.m. in the Bean Funeral Home, the rev. Harry S. Bohn Jr. officiating. Burial will be made in Belleman's Church cemetery, Mohrsville R.D.1.

Freeman, Irwin [Irvin]

Boy Killed on the Railroad. While Irwin, 11 year old son of Wellington Freeman, was jumping on to a moving coal train, opposite the cinder crusher, above Leesport Station, on Sunday, he slipped & fell and had one of his legs cut off, besides receiving other serious cuts and bruises. The boy was found by Mr. Beck and removed to his home in East Leesport, and Dr. Brobst dressed his injuries. Later, he was taken to the Reading Hospital in a team, where his injured limb was amputated, but, owing to the loss of blood he failed to rallie and expired. Several other boys were with young Freeman at the time of the accident. Wellington Freeman, father of the dead boy, is an employee of the Penn'a Railroad Company. P. & R Officer Kaucher investigated the accident.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, March 27, 1893. Submitted by: Submitted by Jim.]

Freeman, Jacob

Jacob Freeman, the oldest citizen of Berks county died Sunday in Leesport, of general debility, at the age of 100 years, 5 months and 27 days. He voted for John Quincy Adams for President in 1824, and helped to build the Reading railroad. He exercised no special control over his diet and habits. He was moderate in all things, but smoked eight to fifteen pipes of tobacco in a day to kill time and used old rye moderately.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, October 15, 1903, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Freeman, Jacob

Jacob Freeman, Berks County's oldest citizen, died Sunday, at his residence, in Leesport, of general debility, aged 100 years, 5 months and 27 days. His vitality was wonderful for his great age. He partook of no solid food the past 2 weeks, only a little liquid nourishment, and drank nothing but a little water the last 3 days.

Mr. Freeman was born April 14, 1803, on a farm about 2 miles from Belleman's Church, now owned by a Mr. Noecker, adjoining the Ludwig Mill property.

At the age of 18 years he was confirmed by the Rev. Jacob Moyer, Reformed pastor of Belleman's Church. He cast his first vote for John Quincy Adams in 1824. He helped to build the Reading Railroad. He was 8 years old when the second war with Great Britain occurred. He was 4 years old when steam set the first vessel in motion in the United States, and 10 years old when the first steamboat was launched on western waters, which occurred in 1813 at Pittsburg. At the time of his birth there were only 17 States in the Union. He was personally acquanited with Samuel Lee, the founder of Leesport. He was the owner of the Leesport Hotel, besides several small tracts of land.

Mr Freeman followed no special rule to attain this great age. Like scores of other centarians he allowed his own impulses to dictate his mode of life. He always was moderate in all things, but he smoked 8 - 15 pipes of tobacco a day, "to kill time," as he said. He always used "old rye" moderately and ate of anything that was placed on the table. His only advice was "Don't overdo it."

Mr. Freeman was married twice. His first wife was a Miss Ganger, who died 58 years ago. His second wife was Mrs. Kline. (nee Huy), who died 13 months ago. He is survived by one daughter and two step-daughters. One daughter preceded him in death.

Although Mr. Freeman could not attend services in church, he communed regularly. He partook of the Lord's Supper, Sun, Oct. 4. He was the last of the trustees who helped to build the first church at Leesport in 1867.

Owen H. Wily, a son-in-law, and Miss May Wily, a granddaughter, were living with him, and they rendered untiring service during his last illness, one or the other being constantly at his bedside during his last illness of 2 weeks.

Services and interment at Leesport, Rev. D.E. Schaeffer officiating. Funeral director, J.I. Henne.

Freeman, John

Freeman - Near Belleman's Church, March 21st, John Freeman, aged 68 years, 1 month and 25 days.

Freeman, Mary (nee Ziemer)

Reading, March 31 � Mrs. Mary Freeman, 81, a resident of Longswamp Township, Berks County, for 60 years, died yesterday in the Hawthorne Convalescent Home, 1507 Mineral Spring Rd., Reading. A native of Cumru Township, Berks county, she was a daughter of the late Samuel and Sarah (Ziegler) Ziemer. She was the widow of George Freeman. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of St. Paul's Union Church, Longswamp, and its home department and Sunday School. Surviving are a sister, Mrs. Susan Zillhardt, Reading; a brother, Albert, Reading, and several nieces and nephews. Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday in the Schofer Funeral Home, Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, April 1, 1957, page 18. Submitted by Jerri.]

Freeman, Mary S.

Mary S. Freeman, 92, died Thursday at 9:16 p.m. in her residence at 1221 Broadway Blvd., Kenhorst.

Born in Armstrong County, she was the daughter of the late Lee and Emma (Shirey) Erwin.

Surviving are five sons: James H., Reading; Wayne W., Bernville; Elem E. Jr., Elverson; Allan D., Leesport; and Donald L., Mohnton.

Four daughters also survive: Betty M., widow of Claude Nagle, Fleetwood; Eula M., wife of Glen Yarnell, Gilbertsville; Miriam M., wife of Robert C. Kripplebauer, Bernville; and Henrietta G. Ziegler, with whom she resided.

There are 25 grandchildren, seven stepgrandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren and eight great-great-grandchildren.

She was predeceased by a son, Earl E. Freeman; and three daughters: Beatrice L., Jane E., and Helen L. Freeman.

Services will be Monday at 10 a.m. in Bean Funeral Home Inc., Shillington. Burial will be in Fairview (Belleman's) Cemetery, Centre Township.

Freeman, Walter

Admitted to the Allentown Hospital, October 5, Walter Freeman, a young resident of Mertztown, and a veteran of the world war, died yesterday morning at 12.45 o'clock of complications, aged 24 years. Badly shattered in health, Mr. Freeman underwent several operations since his return from France, the most recent of which was shortly before he entered the local hospital.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 17, 1919, page 14. Submitted by Jerri.]

Freeman, Wellington J.

Leesport, Jan. 13 (Special). Wellington J. Freeman died of pneumonia, after an illness of four days, at his home here, aged 71 years, 5 months and 17 days. His wife preceded him in death eight years. Deceased was employed as a watchman at the Pennsylvania Railroad crossing at this place for a number of years and lived retired the past five years, being on the pension list of the railroad company. He was a member of the Reformed congregation of Belleman's Church: Castle No. 503, Knights of the Golden Eagle, this place; Independent Order of Americans, this place; Ontelaunee Council, No. 985, Order of Independent Americans, this place; Charity Chamber, No. 23, Knights of Friendship, Reading, and the Pennsylvania Railroad Relief Association. There survive these children: Mrs. Charles Hoffman, Reading; Mrs. David Stepp, Mt. Carbon; Mrs. Albert Offenhouser, Camden, N.J.; Mrs. Irving Kissinger, Reading; Frank and Luther, Reading; Clara, at home; 19 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren; these brothers and sisters: John, Bernville; Charles, Wyomissing; Mrs. Cornelius Swoyer, Shoemakersville; Mrs. Annetta Bear, Tamaqua; Mrs. Emma Painter, Hamburg; Mrs. Charles Long, Wyomissing; Mrs. William Seaman, West Leesport.

Funeral Monday, Jan. 18, at 9:30 a.m. from his late residence. Further services at Belleman's Church, Rev. M.L. Herbein officiating. Interment in the adjoining cemetery in charge of Undertaker J.D. Naftzinger, of Centerport.

Frees, Agnes Knabel

Mohn's Hill- Aprl 29 - Agnes Knabel, wife of Israel Frees, died of a complication of diseases, aged 48 years, 4 months and 2 days. Deceased with her family moved to this place from Mohnton, two months ago and resided one and one-half squares west Mohn's Memorial U. E Church. She leaves her husband and 4 children: Alice, Gertrude, Paul and Earl at home, and three stepdaughters, Mrs. Harry Gehr of Weaverland, Mrs. Adam Lebo of Mohnton, and Mrs. Frank Shupp of Angelica, two brothers, Jacob Knabel of Barbertown, Ohio; Joseph Knabel of Lititz, and one sister, Mrs. Mary Halderman, of Murreil. Funeral Saturday, May 2, at 9:30 am at the house. Interment and services at Allegheny Church.

Frees, Amanda

Miss Amanda Frees, daughter of the late George and Mary, died in Robeson, on the 11th of February, of consumption, aged 44 years, 3 months and 13 days.

[Note - she was also known as Alamanda and Ellamanda, daughter of George FREES and Mary Clevenstein. Buried at Plow cemetery in Robeson.]

Frees, Catharine (nee Matz)

Hummels Store Dec 8 (Special)--Catharine (Matz) Frees, wife of John Frees, died at the home of her soninlaw Wilson Ziegler, Alleghenyville, near this place, aged 77 years, 3 months, and 28 days. She was a daughter of the late Rudy and Cecelia (Becker) Matz, and was a member of Allegheny Reformed Church. There survive these children: Jacob, Alleghenyville; Lizzie, wife of Wilson Ziegler, with whom she resided; Maggie, wife of Harry Steffy, Shillington; Cecelia, wife of Heber Steyer, Alleghenyville; William, Grill; also one brother Henry, Shillington.

Funeral Monday morning, Dec 12, at 10 o'clock at the house. Further services at Alleghenyville Reformed Church, the Rev. Dr. J V George, Reading, officiating. Interment adjoining cemetery. Funeral director C D B Kindt, Mohnton, has charge.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Thursday, December 8, 1927, p. 2. Submitted by: Submitted by Diana.]

Grill - Dec 28 (special)--Howard Frees, of this place, died at 5pm Monday at the Reading Homeopathic Hospital, at the age of 39 years, 5 months and 16 days. He was a son of Catharine (Matz) and the late John Frees, was a member of the Gouglersville Reformed Church; Mohnton Chamber, 46; Knights of Friendship, and the 20th Century Quakers, Reading. There survive his mother, wife widow, Laura (Wentzel) Frees; these brothers and sisters: Lizzie, wife of Wilson Ziegler, Hummels Store; Maggie, wife of Harry Steffe, Shillington; Cecelia, wife of Heber Styer, Alleghenyville; Jacob, Alleghenyville; and William, this place.

Funeral Friday Dec 31, at 1:30pm from the home. Further services at Gouglersville Reformed church, Rev. Dr. J V George, officiating. Interment at Gouglersville cemetery, in charge of Undertaker C D B Kindt, Mohnton.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Tuesday, December 28, 1926. Submitted by: Submitted by Diana.]

Frees, Irvin D.

Irvin D Frees, aged 39 years, 9 months and 20 days, died at his residence, 644 Pear Street, from heart failure, at 2 am today. He was ailing for a long time and bedfast for two weeks. Deceased was born at Beckersville, and was a son of Daniel and Mary Frees, both deceased. He lived in Reading for 30 years. Up to the time of his illness, he was employed as assistant foreman in the stay department of the Curtis and Jones shoe factory. He was a member of Grace Lutheran Church and Fidelia Chamber No 5, Knights of Friendship. Besides his wife Ella (nee Goodman), deceased is survived by one sister, Mrs. Thomas Brown, and one brother H Howard Frees, Millmont.

Frees, John

John Frees, living about a mile from this place, died after a lingering illness. He was a farmer, aged 82 years. The following children survive: John and Israel, Sussanah, wife of Jonathan Lebo; Rebecca, wife of Christian Messner; Mary, wife of John Lesher; Sarah, wife of Samuel Guigley; Ellen, wife of Wm. Zerbe, and Hannah and Amanda, who live at home.

His wife and three children preceded him in death. Funeral, Wednesday forenoon, July 14. Interment and services will be held at the Plowville church, Berks county.

Frees, Leah Irene (nee Gicker)

FREES - On the 30th ult, Leah Irene (nee Gicker) Frees, widow of Howard W, RD 1 Birdsboro, aged 78. The Rev. Arthur H Naugle will officiate at services from the Theo C Auman, Inc. Funeral Parlors, 247 Penn St., Friday at 3pm. Interment at Plow Church Cemetery. Friends may call Thursday evening from 7 to 9 pm.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Friday, November 3, 1961. Submitted by: Submitted by Diana.]

Frees, Mary

Frees, Mary A. (nee Westley)

Mary A. Frees, formerly of this city, died of cancer at the residence of her mother, at Beckersville. She is survived by the following children: Mrs. Thomas Brown, Wm H Frees, Irvin D Frees, all of this city. Her mother, Mrs. Mary A Westley, a sister Diana Westley, all of Beckersville, also survive. She was a member of Grace Lutheran church, of Reading.

Frees, Paul I.

FREES- On the 10th inst., PAUL I. FREES, of R D 1, Denver, aged 66 years. Services from Roseboro Funeral Home, Denver, Tuesday at 2pm. Interment at Muddy Creek cemetery. Friends may call Monday, 7 to 9.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Sunday, September, 11, 1960. Submitted by: Submitted by Diana.]

Frees, Samuel

Samuel Frees, a well-known citizen, died shortly before 4 o'clock this morning at his residence, 119 Penn Street, in the 74th year of his age. His health had been gradually failing for several years. About a year ago he had an attack of paralysis or sun stroke, from which he never entirely recovered, and he was occasionally confined to bed by the disease. He became very ill last Monday night a week ago, and remained in bed until he died.

Deceased was born in Robeson township near the White Bear Tavern. He learned the trade of a stove molder at the Mt. Penn furnace when the molten iron was dipped out of the furnace with ladles instead of leaving it run out. Subsequently he worked at the Warwick furnace, and was for some time secretary and manager of the Jefferson furnace, in Schuylkill County. In 1838 he came to Reading and engaged in business at the foot of Penn street, where he continued until about a year ago when he retired, owing to ill health. He was at first in partnership with Mr. Walbridge, selling coal, woo, lime, sand, plaster and salt. Subsequently John Kissinger was his partner, and later Ivens Benson was his silent partner in the flour manufacturing business. Mr. Frees was many years ago a member of city councils, and was a school controller ever since the organization of the board up to last year, and always took an active interest in educational matters. He was also a worker in the Republican party and generally presided at the Republican meetings in his ward.

The wife of deceased died some 10 years ago. He was the father of Mrs. Franklin Huzzasrd, Mercer County, Mrs. Wm. J. Harden, this city, Mrs. P. Ellwood Baum, of West Chester, and a brother George Frees, harness manufacturer, 417 Penn Street, and Joseph Frees, 338 South 8th Street, blacksmith in the employ of the Reading Iron Works, Mrs. Catharine Petit, Philadelphia and John Frees, Scranton.

Freesafer [sic], Howard M.

Freesafer--In this city, on the 12th inst. Howard M., son of Adam and Sallie Freesafer, aged 6 years, 6 months. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral without further notice, from the residence of the parents, 564 Douglass St., on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Services at the house. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery.

Freese, Dora S.

Funeral services were held for Dora S. Freese, 90, formerly of Arlington Street, Reading, who died November 5 in Berks Heim, where she had resided for more than two years. Her husband, George M. Freese, died in 1945. Born in Robeson Township, she was last employed for four years as a foundry worker by Textile Machine Works, Wyomissing, retiring in 1976. Surviving is a son, George I., Sanford, Fla. Other survivors include two brothers, Eugene Schweitzer, Exeter Township, and Lester Schweitzer, Robesonia; and three sisters: Elsie (Schweitzer) Geiger, Geigertown; Margaret (Schweitzer) Bauder, Ephrata; and Rhea (Schweitzer) Strauss, Reading. There are also six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren and a great-great-grandson. Burial was in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. The arrangements were handled by the Bean Funeral Homes Inc., Shillington.

Freese, Eugene R.

Services were held for Eugene R. Freese, 91, of North Charlotte Street, Pottstown, who died February 23 in Pottstown Memorial Medical Center. He was the widower of Margaret L. (Weber) Sauerbrey Freese. Born in Robeson, he was employed as a laborer for the Downingtown Box Co. for 30 years. He was a lifetime member of the Pottstown Moose Lodge and a member of the George Amole American Legion Post in Pottstown. Freese was a veteran of the Navy, serving during World War II. Surviving are a son, Kenneth J. Freese, of New Freedom, Pa.; one stepson, Robert Sauerbrey, of Pottstown. Also three brothers, Warren Freese, Birdsboro; Charles Freese, Beckersville and Edward Freese, Beckersville; four grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 625 W. Ridge Pike, Building A, Suite 100, Conshohocken, PA 19428. Burial was in St. Aloysius New Cemetery in Lower Pottsgrove. The arrangements were handled by the Schumacher and Benner Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Pottstown.

Freese, Leah K.

Freese -- On the 23d instant, Leah K., daughter of Kate W. Freese, aged 1 year, 4 months and 12 days.

Freiwald, Herman W.

Among the local survivors of Herman W. Freiwald, Schuylkill County, who died Dec. 6 in Good Samaritan Hospital, Pottsville, are two sons, William D. Freiwald, Lenhartsville, and Thomas N. Freiwald, Blandon.

Freiwald, Herman W.

Among the local survivors of Herman W. Freiwald, 77, New Ringgold, Schuylkill County, who died Dec. 6 in Good Samaritan Hospital, is a son, William D. Freiwald, Lenhartsville.

Fretz, A.N.

After a long siege of illness, Dr. A. N. Fretz, of Fleetwood, died Thursday, aged 70 years, 11 months and 21 days. Deceased practiced medicine in Fleetwood for thirty-five years. He was a member of the German Reformed Church and President of the Board of Trustees of St. Paul's Chapel for many years. He is survived by his widow and one son, Thomas. The funeral will be held on Monday at 9.30 a.m. at the house. Interment in Fleetwood Cemetery. Rev. M. H. Brensinger, of Fleetwood, will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, July 30, 1910, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fretz, Adeline (nee Zimmerman)

Mrs. Adeline Fretz, a born Zimmerman and wife of Constantinte Fretz, died at her late home at Lockbridge, Alburtis, on Friday evening at the age of 73 years, 11 months and 29 days. She was the daughter of the late Daniel Zimmerman and his wife Mary (nee Glassmoyer). She is survived by the husband and the following children: Lillian, at home, and Mrs. James Butz, of Alburtis; also one step-brother, Dr. W. H. Eck, of Pottstown. Funeral will be held on Thursday forenoon at 9.30 o'clock from her late home with further services and interment at Longswamp church and cemetery adjoining. Rev. Meckstroth will officiate. Undertaker Irwin D. DeLong, of Alburtis, has charge.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 5, 1917, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fretz, Elizabeth D.

Services were held for Elizabeth D. Fretz, 81, of Manatawny Road, Oley Township, who died April 15 in St. Joseph Medical Center. Her husband, John H. Fretz Jr., died in 1993. Born in Reading, she was a member of the Reading Moravian Church. Surviving are a daughter, Darlene M. (Fretz) Hess, Leesport; and a son, Larry D. Sr., Boyertown. Other survivors include nine grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Burial was in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. The Sanders Funeral Home & Cremation Services Inc., Reading, handled the arrangements.

Fretz, Emily K.M.

Miss Emily K. M. Fretz died at the residence of Daniel Heffner, in Fleetwood, of heart failure, aged 23 years. She was the only child of the late Thomas Fretz and his wife, Mary (nee Madeira), both deceased, and the only grandchild of the late Dr. A. N. Fretz and wife. Funeral Saturday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, December 14, 1916, page 14. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fretz, Leah Elizabeth (nee Fisher)

Mrs. Leah Elizabeth, nee Fisher, Fretz, wife of Milton A. Fretz, died yesterday at her home, 930 Oley St., Reading. She was aged 58 years. She was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, a daughter of T. Garion and Alice, nee Ziegler, Fisher. She was a member of St. Stephen's Reformed church, Reading. Surviving are her husband and father, at home; her mother, Mrs. Alice Fisher, Allentown; one sister, Mrs. Victor W. DeLong, and one brother, Frank P. Fisher, Allentown. Funeral services at which the Revs. Morris Schleifer and N. N. Lower will officiate, are scheduled for Monday at 2 p.m., at her late home, 930 Oley St., Reading. Interment in Laureldale cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, February 6, 1942, page 18. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fretz, Lesher

Lesher Fretz, of near Shamrock, died Wednesday night at the Allentown hospital following an operation. He was born seventy-eight years ago in Longswamp township, Berks county, a son of the late Reuben and Judith, nee Steffy, Fretz. He is survived by his wife, Lydia, nee Reinert, and the following children: Milton, of Reading; Daniel, this city; Mrs. Paul Walbert, Topton, and Mrs. Harry Werkheiser, Rochester, N.Y. The funeral will be held Monday at 1.30 p.m. standard time, with all services in the Longswamp church. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church. Rev. W. L. Meckstroth, of Mertztown, will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, July 8, 1927, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fretz, Lillie May (nee Sechler)

An attack of pneumonia Monday night at 10.30 o'clock claimed Lillie May Fretz, wife of Herbert C. Fretz, at their home, 128 Poplar street, Fleetwood, in her thirty-second year. She was the daughter of John and Clara, nee Werley, Sechler, and was born in Weisenberg township. Mrs. Fretz was a devoted member of the Longswamp Reformed church. Besides her husband, she is also survived by a son Leroy, at home, and the following brothers and sisters: Richard and Charles, Topton; Fred, Fogelsville; Mrs. Ira Breininger, Fogelsville; Calvin, Florida; Mrs. Victor Fritz, Breinigsville R.D.; Mrs. Wilbur DeLong, Mertztown R.D., and Anna Sechler, of Philadelphia. The funeral will be held on Saturday, February 4, at 1.30 o'clock from her home, 128 Poplar street, Fleetwood. Continued services will be held in the Longswamp church and interment in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. W. L. Meckstroth will officiate. Friends may call on Friday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, February 1, 1933, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fretz, Mary Ellen

Services were held in the Bean Funeral Home, Sinking Spring, for Mary Ellen Fretz, 92, Suburban Road, Bern Township, who died Feb. 2 in Laurel Center Genesis Elder Care, Tilden Township, where she had been a patient 20 days. Burial was in Hope Cemetery, Dryville. She was the wife of Floyd S. Fretz. Born in Longswamp Township, she was the daughter of the late Herbert A. and Nora E. (Herbein) Rader. Fretz was a member a Christ Lutheran Church, Dryville. Also surviving by two daughters, Gloria P. (Fretz) Moatz, Exeter Township, and Madeline N. (Fretz) Bender, Bern Township. There are also six grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and one great-great-granddaughter.

Fretz, Reuben

Reuben Fretz, 73, of 234 S. Richmond St., Fleetwood, died at 7:20 p.m. Monday, at the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Wilson W. Barto. Son of the late Reuben and Catherine, nee Gorr, Fretz, he was born in Longswamp township, Berks county. He was a member of the Reformed congregatino of the Longswamp church and for many years was a resident of Mertztown, where he was engaged in the carriage and blacksmith business. His wife, Sarah, nee Trexler, Fretz, died six years ago. Surviving besides his daughter, Mrs. Barto, is a son, Herbert C., of Fleetwood. Rev. Donald Englert will officiate at the funeral services from the Longswamp church, Saturday at 2 p.m. (DST) and interment in the adjoining cemetery. Friends may view the body Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the late home.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, July 9, 1941, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fretz, Reuben

Captain Reuben Fretz of Longswamp, Berks County, died aged 96 years. He was a veteran of the Mexican War. For many years, after the Internal Revenue law went into effect, he was engaged in whiskey distilling. Deceased was an ardent Republican and it was one of his boasts that he helped to make more Presidents than any other person in Berks County.

Fretz, Roland

Roland Fretz, 77, of Hilltown Township, died Friday, Nov. 8, 2002 at Grand View Hospital, West Rockhill Township. Funeral services will be held Thursday, Nov. 14 at 1 p.m. at St. Stephen's United Church of Christ, Sixth and Arch sts., Perkasie. There will be a viewing on Thursday from noon to 1 p.m. Interment will be in St. Stephen's U.C.C. Cemetery, Perkasie. He was the husband of Eleanor B. (Hogmark) Fretz for 48 years. Born in Quakertown, he was the son of the late Ervin T. and Anna Bella (Hulshizer) Fretz.

He was a 1943 graduate of Sell-Perk High School and a 1951 graduate of the Philadelphia Conservatory of Music. He was a United States Army Veteran of World War II, serving from 1943 to 1946. He was awarded a Purple Heart with a Bronze Star after being wounded in Merton, France on Dec. 1, 1944. After his discharge, he was a married Sept. 21, 1947 to Dolores Moll and widowed five months later when his wife passed away. He performed extensively with various ensembles and groups including the Sell-Perk High School band, Sellersville Symphony, U.S. Youth Orchestra, Ralph Moyer Dance band of Quakertown, Hal Dailey Band of Philadelphia, Bud rader Band of Allentown, Jerry Williams Quintet of Philadelphia and led the 4 Plus One Quartet for 13 years. The latter part of his career was spent as a solo artist, in which he spent 26 years playing the Old Wagon Wheel Tavern, Quakertown and 12 years at the Rhineland Inn in Sumneytown. He bought the Souderton Music Store in 1955. In 1959, he built the present store in Hilltown Township and named it Fretz Music Center. He retired from operating the store in 1988 after 33 years. He was a member of St. Stephen's United Church of Christ in Perkasie. He served on the Church Consistory and was also a member of the choir. He served on the Hilltown Township Zoning Hearing Board. He and his wife were past presidents of the Pennridge AFS student exchange organization. They hosted over 200 individuals from foreign countries in their home. In addition to his wife, he is survived by: two children, Kevin J. Fretz of Horsham and Doris Rippey of Arlington, Va.; and four of his children, Matthew, Samuel, Mason and Christopher; two grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Stephen's United Church of Christ, Sixth and Arch St., Perkasie, PA 18944. Arrangements: Bernard Suess Funeral Home, Inc., Perkasie.

Fretz, Sarah (nee Trexler)

Sarah (Trexler) Fretz, wife of Reuben J. Fretz, died at the residence of her son, Herbert C. Fretz, in Fleetwood, on Sunday, aged 67 years. She was born in Longswamp township, a daughter of the late Jonas and Amanda (Fenstermacher) Trexler. She was a member of the Reformed congregation of Longswamp church. Prior to moving to Fleetwood two years ago, she resided for 43 years in Mertztown. Surviving are her husband, one son and one daughter, Herbert C. Fretz and Mrs. Wilson Barto, and two grandchildren, Fleetwood, and two brothers, Fred A. Trexler, Topton, and Edwin R. Trexler, Warren, O. Funeral Thursday at 1.30 p.m., from the home.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, January 25, 1935, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frey, Alfred

The remains of Alfred Frey, of Boyertown, were laid at rest on Friday morning, Aug. 15, at Huff's church. The deceased was formerly well known in District and Hereford townships and parts of Lehigh county. He was a son of Abraham Frey and wife Henrietta (nee Wagner) and was born in Hereford township, Berks county, June 21, 1850. After months of suffering from apoplexy, he passed away on Aug. 11, aged 69 years, 2 months and 7 days. He was twice married, the first time to Elizabeth Schock and the second time to Annie Wolfgang. His wife, seven children and two stepchildren remain, and two brothers and three sisters, one son, Wayne, is still serving in the U.S. army in Rhineland of Germany.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, August 23, 1919, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frey, Althia Betty Mae (nee Miller)

Mrs. Althia Betty Mae (Miller) Frey, wife of Clarence W. Frey, 102 Pine St., Kutztown, died Wednesday in Reading hospital after a short illness. She was 23 years old. Born in Mertztown, daughter of Robert Miller and Jennie (Yoder) Sell, she is survived by her parents, her husband, and two children, Ronald C. And Lelain L. Frey, at home. Services were scheduled for 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 16, in the Fritz funeral home, Kutztown. Further rites will be held in Longswamp church, Rev. Wilson H. Hartzell officiating, and burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. Calling hours are from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, December 14, 1947, page 35. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frey, Annie Mandilla (nee Weller)

Mrs. Annie Mandilla, nee Weller, Frey, wife of Charles Frey, died at 1:30 o'clock yesterday morning at her home in Lyons. She was aged 59 years, 11 months and 26 days. Mrs. Frey is survived by her husband and seven children: Harvey W. Frey, Freeman G. Frey, Charles W. Frey and Henry Frey, all of Kutztown; Daniel E. Frey and Paul W. Frey, Lyons, and William Frey, Glendon. Also surviving her are nine grandchildren and two brothers, Henry Weller, Landis Store, and James Weller, Pikeville. The funeral will be held at 1:30 o'clock Sunday at her late home, with interment in Huff's church cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, January 13, 1938, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frey, Charles W.

Charles W. Frey, 66, of 305 Greenwich St., Kutztown, died yesterday in Allentown Hospital. He was the husband of the late Verna M. (Derr) Frey who died in 1966. He was a retired employee of the Wenton Shoe Manufacturing Co., of Kutztown. Born at Henningsville, he was a son of the late Charles H. and Mandilla (Weller) Frey. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation at St. Peter's Union Church at Lynnville. Surviving are a stepdaughter, Mrs. Erma Kershner, of Hamburg R. 2; four brothers, Harvey and henry, both of Kutztown, Daniel of Maxatawny, and William of Blandon; a grandchild, and two great-grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday in St. Peter's Church. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday in the Fritz-Kendall Funeral Home of Kutztown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, January 7, 1969, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frey, David A.

Among the local survivors of David A. Frey, of North Heidelberg Township, who was pronounced dead May 6 in Reading Hospital after collapsing at his job at Carpenter Technology Inc., is a brother, Dennis Frey, Fleetwood.

Frey, Earl W.

Earl W. Frey, 89, died May 3 in his residence in Orefield, Lehigh County. Born in Stines Corner, Lynn Township, Lehigh County, he was a son of the late Charles and Addie M. (Derr) Frey. Frey was a self-employed farmer on the family farm for many years in Stines Corner, retiring in 1977. He was a member of Friedens Lutheran Church, Stony Run, Albany Township. Surviving are two sisters, Evelyn H. Frey, at home, and Hattie M. (Frey) Ruppert, Allentown. Services will be Friday at 2 p.m. in the Robert S. Nester Funeral Home, New Tripoli, Lehigh County. Burial will be in Friedens Lutheran Church Cemetery, Stony Run.

Frey, Ella (nee Shoemaker)

Ella, wife of Calvin Frey, of near Stine's Corner, died on Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock, after an illness of two weeks of pneumonia, aged 19 years and 25 days. She is survived by her husband; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Shoemaker, Kempton; two sisters, Mrs. Robert Frey, Minnie, of Kempton; and three brothers, Fred, Earl and Robert, of Kempton. Funeral services will be held at the home of her father-in-law, Moses Frey, near Stine's Corner, on Tuesday afternoon at one o'clock.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, December 6, 1919, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frey, Eva H. (nee Fisher)

Mrs. Eva H. Frey, 93, of 141 N. Whiteoak St., Kutztown, died Thursday in Reading Hospital. She was a sewing machine operator at the former Kutztown Sportswear until retiring in 1955. Born in Maxatawny Township, she was a daughter of the late William and Catharine (Seip) Fisher. Surviving is a niece, Mrs. Anna S. Bieber, with whom she resided. Services will be at 1 p.m. Monday in the Edward J. Hildenbrand Funeral Home, 346 W. Main St., Kutztown. A calling hour will precede the services.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 12, 1980, page B-7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frey, Eva M. (nee Haring)

Mrs. Eva M. (Haring) Frey, 60, wife of Frank Frey, 407 N. Reading Ave., New Berlinsville, died Thursday night at her home. She was born in Hereford Township, Berks County, a daughter of the late Henry and Amelia (Greiss) Haring. She was a member of Huffs Lutheran Church and the Ladies Auxiliary of the New Berlinsville Fire Co. Surviving with her husband are three sons, Stanley of Clayton, Curtis of Red Hill, and Earl of Salfordville; six grandchildren and a twin sister, Mrs. Maggie Frey, Allentown, widow of Frank Frey's brother.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, August 15, 1953, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frey, Frank F.

Frank F. Frey, 72, of 407 N. Reading Ave., New Berlinsville, died yesterday in Pottstown Hospital. He was the husband of the late Eva (Haring) Frey. He had been employed by the Alfred Siesholtz Estate, a local coal and feed dealer, for 29 years. He retired in 1959. Born in Hereford Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late William and Emma (Fisher) Frey. He was a member of Huffs Lutheran Church, Huffs Church. Surviving are two sons, Curtis of Red Hill, and Earl, at home; a stepson Stanley Eshbach of Bally Star Route; a sister Mrs. Mabel Erb of Allentown; six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Services will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday in the C. L. Losh Funeral Home, 124 W. Philadelphia Ave., Boyertown.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, June 5, 1966, page D-9. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frey, George W.

George W. Frey, at one time a councilman in the borough of Emaus, died yesterday morning shortly after 11:30 o'clock at his home at Farmington, near Mertztown, Berks county, the result of a heart attack he suffered earlier in the morning. He was seventy-two years old. Born in Maxatawny, Berks county, October 6, 1862, Mr. Frey was a son of the late Henry and Priscilla, nee Xander, Frey. For more than twenty years he lived in Emaus but left the town about twenty years ago to make his home at Farmington. For the past few years he has been living retired. He was well known to many friends in and about Emaus and, though he was no longer a resident of the community, frequently visited friends and relatives there. He was a member of St. John's Reformed church, Emaus, and was affiliated with the Knights of Pythias, No. 378, of Emaus. Surviving to mourn his death are his wife, Allena, nee Wetzel, Frey; two daughters, Mrs. Titus Snyder and Mrs. Cyrus E. Renninger, both of Emaus; two granddaughters and one great-grandson. Funeral services will be strictly private and will be held at the Ritter and Buzby funeral home, 38 South Fifth street, Emaus, Monday at 2 p.m. Rev. D. E. Schaeffer will officiate. Interment will be made in the Lutheran and Reformed cemetery, Emaus.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, December 22, 1934, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frey, Harvey W.

Harvey W. Frey, 83, of Kutztown R. 3, died Thursday in his home. He was the husband of Esther B. (Sittler) Frey and the late Esther (Zwoyer) Frey. He was the proprietor of the former Frey's Grocery Store, Kutztown, for 30 years before retiring in 1947. Born in Rockland Township, he was a son of the late Charles H. and Mandilla (Weller) Frey. Frey was a past president of the Kutztown Lions Club. He was a member of Hope Lutheran Church, Bowers. Surviving with his widow are a son, Harvey C., of Kutztown; four daughters, Ellen M., wife of LeRoy F. Adams, of Kutztown R. 1; Erma a., wife of Paul J. Potteiger, Temple; Estina V., wife of Steve Gajda, Emmaus; and Etta H. Hoppes, of Kutztown; a brother, William W., of Blandon; 12 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday in the Edward J. Hildenbrand Funeral Home, 346 w. Main St., Kutztown. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, July 5, 1980, page 18. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frey, Henrietta (nee Wagner)

Henrietta, widow of Abraham Frey, who, while residing with her son, William Frey, near Clayton, died of general debility, was 82 years of age. She was a daughter of John Wagner and wife Maria (nee Rhodenberger), born March 30, 1824, in Upper Milford township. She was confirmed in the Lutheran faith in the Lehigh Church by Rev. J. D. Schindel, and was married to Abraham Frey in 1843. Her husband died nine years ago. Of three sons and ten daughters, the following survive: Frank, near Clayton; Alfred, Bechtelsville; William, District; Amelia, wife of David Hilbert, Macungie; Elizabeth, wife of Nathaniel Wessner, Bally; Catharine, wife of Nathan Pannebecker, Clayton; and Elvira, wife of Howard Shell, Bally.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, March 20, 1907, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frey, Henry W.

Henry W. Frey, 72, of 120 W. Main St., Kutztown, died Saturday in the Allentown and Sacred Heart Hospital Center. He was the husband of the late Mildred N. (Derr) Frey. He was a crane operator at the former Trailer Engineering Corp., Allentown, until retiring in 1965. Born in Rockland Township, he was a son of the late Charles H. and Annie M. (Weller) Frey. Surviving are a son, Kermit H., of Kutztown R. 1; two brothers, Harvey, of Kutztown R. 3; and William, of Blandon; and two grandchildren. Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the William S. Fritz Funeral Home, 55 Noble St., Kutztown. A calling hour will precede the services.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, April 7, 1980, page D-6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frey, Hettie (nee Warmkessel)

Hettie Frey passed away at the residence of John Guinther near Fredericksville after a lingering illness, aged 82 years, 10 months and 9 days. Death was due to old age and complications. She was a daughter of the late Aaron Warmkessel and wife Hettie, nee Rohrbach, and was a member of the Lutheran wing of New Jerusalem church. Her husband, Abraham Frey, passed away June 8, 1915. She is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Susan Romig, Fredericksville; Mrs. Elizabeth Carl, Shartlesville; and two brothers, Aaron and Isaac, of Henningsville. The funeral will be held from the residence of John Guinther near Fredericksville on Thursday, December 30, at 9.30 a.m. Further services in New Jerusalem church. Interment in adjoining cemetery. Rev. William F. Bond will officiate. Funeral directors Schofer and Son, of Topton, have charge.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, December 26, 1926, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frey, James E.

James E. Frey, 70, of Honey Brook, died unexpectedly at Lancaster General Hospital on Monday, May 16, 2005.

Born February 22, 1935, James was the son of Franklin C. and Mabel Nein Frey, of Lewistown. He was the husband of Fannie Sharp Frey for over 47 years. They were married on June 15, 1957 and blessed with two loving children, daughter Susan E. Steffy, wife of J. Scott, of Lititz, and son Kristopher L., husband of Annette C. (Milich), of Ronks. Also surviving are two grandchildren, Shelby J. Steffy and Sean M. Steffy. James was the oldest of four children and is survived by brother, Franklin Jr., married to Rita, of Chester, and sisters, Rebecca Brode, of Aston, and Ruth Roote, of West Chester, and many nieces and nephews.

A graduate of West Chester University with a BS in Education and Millersville University with a Master's Degree in Education, James' lifetime career was working with and educating children. James taught 33 years before retiring from Twin Valley School District in 1994. Twenty-seven of those years he taught with Twin Valley at Honey Brook Elementary School. James taught the crafts program for the children's summer camp at Tel Hai Camp and Retreat for almost 30 years.

James' love of books and genealogy led him to another venture. James co-authored the Peter Sharp Family History. After retiring from teaching, he began working part-time at Masthof Press and Bookstore. This job provided the opportunity for James to compile, edit, and publish Agricultural Censuses from 1850-1880 of Townships in Lancaster and Berks Counties.

James had many other interests including the Mennonite Historical Society board member, Genealogy Committee, National Frey-Fry-Frye Reunion, Twin Valley Education Association (T.V.E.A.) Treasurer, leader for 4-H Seeing Eye Puppy Club, and Apache Wanderers Camping Club. He also served many years as a trustee for the Frazer Mennonite Church, where he was an active member since 1959. James was a lifetime member of the T.V.E.A. and a member of PSERS of Berks County.

A memorial service will be held on Monday, May 23, 2005 at 7:00 PM at Frazer Mennonite Church, 57 Maple Linden Lane, Frazer. Family and friends are invited to the viewing on Sunday, May 22, 2005 at the church from 2-6 PM. The family will also receive family and friends prior to the memorial service on Monday from 5-7 PM. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in James' memory may be sent to the Mennonite Historical Society, 2215 Millstream Road, Lancaster, PA 17602 or Tel Hai Camp and Retreat, 31 Lasso Drive, Honey Brook, PA 19344.

Frey, James Henry

Frey -- In Ruscombmanor, July 28th, James Henry, son of James and Hannah Frey, aged 6 months and 13 days.

Frey, Kitty Ann

On the 31st ult., in Washington Township, Kitty Ann, daughter of Daniel and Polly Frey, aged 3 years, 11 months and 1 day.

Frey, Mary Jane (nee Huber)

Mrs. Mary Jane (Huber) Frey, 84, of 220 S. Franklin St., Allentown, died late yesterday at that residence, where she lived with her son. She was the widow of Charles Henry Frey. Born in Hereford, Berks County, she was the daughter of the late Milton and Louise (Rader) Huber. Mrs. Frey was a member of New Goshenhoppen United Church of Christ, East Greenville. Surviving are a son Harry, with whom she resided, and a number of nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 pm.. Wednesday from the J. S. Burkholder Funeral Home, 1601 Hamilton St., Allentown. Friends may call 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday.

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

Frey, Mildred (nee Derr)

Mrs. Mildred N. Frey, 62, of Kutztown R. 2, died Sunday at her home. She was the wife of Henry W. Frey. Born in Weisenberg Township, she was a daughter of the late Henry A. and Polly M. (Ebert) Derr. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of St. Peter's Union Church, Lynnville. Surviving besides her husband are a son Kermit of Kutztown R. 2, a brother Paul Derr of Lehighton, and two grandchildren. Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday in the William S. Fritz Funeral Home, Kutztown. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, April 11, 1972, page 17. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frey, Missouri R. (nee Hertzog)

Mrs. Missouri R. Frey of 228 W. Franklin St., Topton, died yesterday morning at her home. She was 76 and had been ill for a short time. Born in Hereford township of Berks county, a daughter of the late Horatio and Carolina (Rauch) Hertzog, she was the widow of John H. Frey. She was a member of Dryville Lutheran church. Eight sisters and brothers survive: Mrs. Ellen R. Frey of Reading, Fred A. Hertzog of Allentown, John R. Hertzog of Topton, Calvin R. Hertzog of Lyons Station, Cora, wife of Edwin Mengel, of Topton, Mrs. Laura Hinnerschitz of Reading, Martha, wife of Freeman Funk of Reading, Annie, wife of Edwin Kercher of Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, April 25, 1949, page 18. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frey, Moses

Moses Frey, lifelong resident of Berks county, died early yesterday morning at the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. James Kerschner, Lenhartsville R. 1, in his 79th year. He had been living retired and was ill for a number of weeks. Born in Berks county, he was a son of the late Jacob and Caroline, nee Kunkel, Frey. His wife, Catherine, nee Hollenbach, Frey, predeceased him. Surviving are seven children: Mrs. kershner, with whom he resided; William, of Kempton; Robert and Oscar, of Kutztown; Clayton, Macungie; Mrs. Henry Emore, Lenhartsville R. 1; and Mrs. Howard Graff, Kutztown; 10 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two brothers, Jacob Frey, Lehighton R.D.; Charles Frey, Kempton; two sisters, Mrs. James Clauss, Tamaqua R.D., and Mrs. Sarah Snyder, Northampton. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday in the Stump and Weber funeral home, Kempton, with burial following in Friedens cemetery, Stony Run. Rev. Ira Klick will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, February 14, 1947, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frey, Myrle S.A. (nee Burkert)

Mrs. Myrle S.A. Frey, 69, of 928 Liberty St., Allentown, a presser for Allen Laundry, Inc., Allentown, for 19 years before retiring in 1959, died Wednesday in the Liberty Nursing Center, Allentown. She was the widow of George F. Frey. Born in Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Edwin O. and Clara s. (Derr) Burkert. She was a member of Friedens Lutheran Church, Stony Run. Surviving are five daughters, Mrs. Helen C. Schmick, Beatrice, wife of Joseph Picchio, and Katie, wife of Thomas Bear, all of Allentown; Hilda, wife of Robert Delp, of New Tripoli R. 2; and Arlene, wife of Stephen Janny of Whitehall; five sons, Edwin and Willard, both of Breinigsville R. 1, Paul of Orwigsburg, Ralph of Allentown, and Carl of Germansville; two sisters, Esther, wife of Robert Derr of Boyertown, and Mrs. Katie Barrell of Reading; a brother, Elmer Burkert of Kutztown; 27 grandchildren, and 31 great-grandchildren. Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday in the Stephens Funeral Home, 1335-37 Linden St., Allentown. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. Friday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, June 17, 1971, page 50. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frey, Pearl G.

Pearl G. Frey of 8th St., Pennsburg, died at 1 p.m. yesterday at his home after a short illness. He was 60. Born in Hereford Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late William and Emma Fisher Frey. He had been employed for about 12 years at Kroll Furniture Co., East Greenville. He was a member of Pennsburg United Church of Christ. Surviving are a son, Kerney, Chapel; a daughter, Dorothy, wife of Clarence Beltz, East Greenville; a brother, Frank, New Berlinville, and a sister, Mrs. Edwin Erb, Slatington; three grandchildren and a great-grandchild. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday in the Hoffman Funeral Home, 221 Main St., East Greenville. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. tomorrow.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, February 13, 1960, page 17. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frey, Priscilla (nee Rothermel)

Mrs. Priscilla (Rothermel) Frey, wife of Byron J. Frey, of Greenfields in Reading, died Thursday in St. Joseph's hospital at Reading. She was 61. A native of Richmond township, Berks county, she was the daughter of the late David R. and Sarah A. (Shaeffer) Rothermel. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a daughter, Marguerite, wife of John Zulick, Cranford, N.J.; three sisters, Mrs. Martha Schick, Kutztown; Katie, wife of Cyrus Reppert, Reading; and Edith, wife of Leroy Brumbach, Kutztown; one brother, Douglas R., of Kutztown; and three grandchildren.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, August 13, 1949, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frey, Verna M. (nee Derr)

Mrs. Verna M. Frey, wife of Charles W. Frey, 305 Greenwich St., Kutztown, died Friday. She was 63. Born in Guthsville, she was a daughter of the late Henry and Polly (Evert) Derr. She was a member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Lynnville. Surviving besides her husband are a daughter, erma, wife of Alvin Kerschner, Hamburg R.D.; a sister, Mildred, wife of Henry Frey, Kutztown; a brother, Paul Derr, Lehighton, and one grandchild. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday in St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Lynnville. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Fritz and Kendall Funeral Home, Kutztown.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, December 4, 1966, page B-8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frey, William P.

William P. Frey, 55, an employe of the Allentown Steam Heating and Power Co. for 19 years, died at 8:30 a.m. yesterday at his home, 567 Chestnut St. (rear), Emmaus. Frey had been ill over a period of years and despite amputation of a leg several years ago had returned to work with the local concern, continuing until recently. He was born at Clayton in Berks county, a son of the late William and Emma (Fisher) Frey, and came to Emmaus many years ago. He belonged to Huff's church, Berks county. He is survived by his wife, the former Maggie Hering; one daughter, Margaret, wife of Ralph Ruch, Allentown; three brothers, Frank of New Berlinsville, Lawrence of Bally and Pearl of Pennsburg; and one sister Mabel, wife of Edwin Erb, Barto R.D. Rev. Wilson Hartzell will officiate at services at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Ritter and Buzby funeral home, 36-38 S. 5th St., Emmaus. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call,Saturday, October 18, 1947, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frey, William W.

William W. Frey, husband of the late Emma, nee Fisher, Frey, died yesterday morning at the home of his son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Pearl Frey of 335 Cherry St., East Greenville, of complications. He was 82 years old. Born in Hereford township, Berks county, the son of the late Abraham and Henrietta, nee Wagner, Frey, he was a member of Huffs Lutheran church, Huffs Church, Pa. He was a cobbler by trade. Four sons, Lawrence of Bally; William of Emmaus; Frank of New Berlinsville; Pearl of East Greenville; one step-daughter, Mabel, wife of Edwin Erb of Egypt; one sister, Ella, wife of Howard Shell of Bally; 13 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren, survive. Funeral services will be held from the Hoffman funeral home, 221 Main St., East Greenville, on Sunday at 12:30 p.m.,with Rev. W. F. Bond officiating. Burial will be made in the Huffs Union cemetery, Huffs Church, Pa.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, March 3, 1944, page 18. Submitted by Jerri.]

Freymoyer, Amelia (nee Dierolf)

Amelia Freymoyer, of Monocacy was the daughter of Jacob Dierolf and his wife, Maria M., nee Trout. She was born January 4, 1829; baptized in infancy and confirmed at Amity April 27, 1845, by Rev. Conrad Miller and received as a member of the Evangelical Lutheran Church. She was married to Peter Freymoyer in 1859. (Mr. Freymoyer died October 12, 1888). They had 3 sons and 6 daughters, of whom 1 son and 3 daughters survive. She died very unexpectedly, at 4:30 a. m., on Wednesday, February 6, probably from apoplexy. She was for many years very nervous, and this affliction grew very serious of late, so that she could not be left alone. She was to be buried February 10, but on account of the blizzard the burial was postponed till February 18. Interment at Amityville. Age 66 years 1 month 2 days. Text, II Cor. 5:1. We know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God * * * eternal in heaven. H. B. Wagner, undertaker.

[Source: Our Church Paper, Amityville, Friedensburg and Pricetown, Berks County. Edited and published by Rev. U.P. Heilman, Athol, PA, March 1895, Vol. VIII No. 3. Submitted by Betty.]

Freymoyer, Susanna

On the 31st ult., in Cumru, Susanna, wife of John Freymoyer, aged 27 years, 8 months, and 18 days.

Frick, Callie O. (nee Becker)

Callie O. Frick, 95, of 4605 10th Ave., Temple, died Nov 6 at 7:25 p.m. in ManorCare Health Services Inc., Muhlenberg Twp., where she had resided two weeks. Her husband Henry A Frick died Jul 9, 1961. Born in Alsace Twp., she was the daughter of the late Henry E. and Jennie S. (Dundore) Becker.

Frick was last employed for 10 years as a baker by F.W. Woolworth Co., Reading, retiring in 1971/ She was a member of the United Church of Christ congregation of Salem (Shalter's) Union Church, Alsace Twp., where she was past secretary � treasurer of its woman's guild.

Surviving are a son, Robert H., Alsace Twp., and a daughter Jean A (Frick) Biehl, Temple. Other survivors include a sister, Clara (Becker) Knechtle, Alsace Twp., three grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandson.

Services will be will be Friday at 11 a.m. in Milkins Funeral Home Inc., Temple. Burial will be in Salem (Shalter's) Cemetery, Alsace Twp.

Fricker, Matilda

Second Death in Family in a Week. Matilda, daughter of John F. Fricker, died of diphtheria, at the home of the parents, Fern street, Oakbrook. This is the second death in the family of diphtheria within a week.

Frickhoeffer, Elizabeth (nee Wenger)

Mrs. Frickhoeffer, of 1330 India Hook Road, Rock Hill, SC, formerly of Charlotte, NC, went to join her husband on November 2, 2008. She was born June 2, 1918 in Reading, PA, the only child of William Roy and Sadie Mowry Wenger. Betty graduated from Wyomissing High School and received a B.S. degree in Education from Kutztown University where she majored in Library Science. After graduation she served as head librarian of the Public and Community College in Hershey, PA.

On July 2, 1940, she married William 'Bill' Lee Frickhoeffer of Charlotte, NC, where they lived for forty-four years. In 1955, she became librarian at Harding High School where she served until her retirement in 1976. She worked with teacher organizations at the local and state level. Betty was a charter member of Covenant Presbyterian Church. She taught Sunday school and organized Parent Teacher Meetings. She was also involved in the Women of the Church.

In 1984, Betty and Bill moved to North Myrtle Beach, SC and joined Ocean Drive Presbyterian Church. Betty organized the church library and served as librarian for sixteen years. She was an elder in the church and a member of several committees. Her work with the Women of the Church included Circle Bible Moderator and Moderator for the Women of the Church at Ocean Drive. She was awarded an Honorary Life Membership in Presbyterian Women of the Presbyterian Church, USA. She completed Bible Study Fellowship International and was one of the organizers of the North Myrtle Beach Christian Women's Club.

Betty and Bill moved to Westminster Towers in Rock Hill, SC in February 2002, because of Bill's declining health and to be nearer to the children who live in the area.

Betty was preceded in death by her husband, William Lee Frickhoeffer and her eldest son, William H. Frickhoeffer of Statesville, NC. She is survived by her sons, Robert 'Bob' of Monroe, John 'Buddy' and wife, Gwen of Charlotte; daughter-in-law, Joan of Statesville; her grandchildren, John of Statesville, Joel and wife, Sonya of Apex, Donna Allen and husband, John of Reno, NV, David and wife, Carlene of Reno, NV, Lisa, Elizabeth, Wendy of Monroe, John 'Lee' and wife, Kim, Kimberly of Huntersville, Christopher of Charlotte; eight great-grandchildren, several step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held in the Chapel at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1330 India Hook Road, Rock Hill, on November 8 at 10:00 a.m. The family will receive friends immediately after the service. Betty's ashes will be scattered with her husband's in the Memorial Garden at Ocean Drive Presbyterian Church. Friends wishing to make gifts in Betty's honor may consider Hospice Community, 325 S. Oakland Avenue, Rock Hill, SC 29730; Westminster Towers (Activity Fund), 1330 India Hook Road, Rock Hill, SC 29732; Westminster Presbyterian Church (same address), or the Mortgage Elimination Fund, Ocean Drive Presbyterian Church, 410 Sixth Avenue South, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582.

Fort Mill Funeral Home is serving the family. Condolences may be left at www.fortmillfuneralhome.com.

Fried, Elizabeth Rebecca (nee Otto)

Elizabeth Rebecca, wife of Frank E. Fried, of 218 Walnut street, passed away at the Sacred Heart hospital at 4:10 o'clock Sunday afternoon, of a complication of diseases, aged 53 years. Mrs. Fried was confined to the hospital for about 12 days, having been ailing for the past several months. Mrs. Fried was born at Topton on September 1, 1872, the daughter of James and Rebecca Otto. She was a member of Christ Reformed church. Besides her husband, there survive three sons and one daughters, Clarence U., George J., Lloyd E., and Marian E., all of Allentown. Two sisters and three brothers also survive. They are Mrs. A. Wilt and Mrs. William Troxell of Allentown; Charles and Alfred, of Reading, and James, of Kutztown. The funeral services will be held on Wednesday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock at the house. Further arrangements will be announced later.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, August 31, 1925, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fries, Jesse

Jesse Fries, of Barto, Berks county, died at the residence of his son-in-law, Postmaster Benjamin F. Sell, at Barto, aged 82 years. He had been in failing health the past three years, and bedfast for the past three months. Deceased was married twice, both wives preceding him in death. He is survived by five sons and two daughters, among the number John and Edwin, of Allentown.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, January 27, 1897, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Frill, George R.

George R. Frill, one of the leading citizens of Reading and grandfather of Mrs. Dr. H. Herbert Herbst, of this city, died suddenly at his home, No 118 South Fifth Street, Reading about 2 p.m. Thursday of heart failure, aged 85 years, 9 months and 21 days. He had been in failing health for some time but was about up to the last. He was strolling up and down his garden at 11 o'clock apparently in good health and partook of his dinner, afterwards retiring to his usual place, a big comfortable armchair in the sitting room where it has been his custom for years to nap, during the afternoon. He commenced breathing hard shortly before 2 o'clock. Dr. Howard S. Reeser was called but in the presence of his wife and family he quietly passed away.

Mr. Frill started in life as a canal boat driver at the age of 13. When he was 16, he became the captain of a boat. Two years later, he started to learn the trade of hatter, going back to boating when 20 years old. He brought up from Philadelphia to Reading in a boat, the first locomotive ever placed on the Reading Railroad. It was a small engine and required only four horses to pull it from John Getz's wharf at the foot of Chestnut Street up Chestnut to the railroad. He also delivered the second locomotive and other machinery and iron.

Asa and Robert Packer, brothers, started boating on the Schuylkill Canal in 1830. Robert lived in Reading. They owned sixty-seven boats, and in 1849, Mr. Frill was appointed general manager of the Packer Bros., boating business. The Packers bought the “Blue Ball,” now the hotel at the foot of Binaman Street, Reading, changed it to the “Packerrack” Hotel now the Lancaster Avenue Hotel and also erected a large warehouse on the south side of Canal Street, which was subsequently converted into a flour mill and leased to Mr. Frill and Joseph Raudenbush. It has since been converted into a paper mill. Robert Packer died in 1858(?) and Mr. Frill became the agent in settling up the estate. In 1864, when the final account was filed there was $349,000 for the daughter and only child, Helen.

Mr. Frill was in the coal business for many years and was also interested at one time in silver mines in Mexico. His wife, Dorothy, a granddaughter, the wife of Dr. Herbert Herbst, of Allentown and a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Ella Frill survive.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, August 22, 1896. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Adaline (nee Bortz)

Mrs. Adaline Fritch, widow of the late T. D. Fritch, of 233 new street, Bethlehem, died Friday morning at 3 o'clock after an illness of about three months. Mrs. Fritch was a native of Lehigh county, having been born at Macungie on February 13, 1847, a daughter of Jonas Bortz and his wife, Helena. She was baptized in the Longswamp Lutheran church, the Rev. J. J. Schindel, pastor, and confirmed in the same church, March 25, 1862, by the Rev. E. H. M. Sell. She was united in holy wedlock on August 20, 1868, to Trion D. Fritch, of Long Swamp, the Rev. Benjamin Kramlich, the Lutheran pastor of Mertztown, performing the ceremony. In 1889 Mr. and Mrs. Fritch moved to Bethlehem, where Mr. Fritch engaged in the milling business, first under the name of "Fritch and Co.," and later organizing the T. D. Fritch and Sons Flour Mills. Nine years ago last June, Mr. Fritch departed this life, leaving the business interests in the hands of his surviving children. Mrs. Fritch was for many years one of the pillars of Salem Lutheran church, having served as president of the Ladies' Aid for more than 20 years, and was its honorary president when she died. She was a member of the Women's Missionary Society and the Ladies' Bible Class ever since she joined the church after her husband became a resident of Bethlehem. She took an active interest in all the work of her church at home and abroad, and charity was extended by her to all whose needs were worthy. Young and old alike in the church were her constant solicitude and she followed the interest of the Kingdom with a clear mind until her summons came. Four children and three grandchildren survive her: Ella, wife of Rev. Victor J. Bauer, pastor of the Lutheran churches at Macada and Tatamy; F. Nathan Fritch, Harry J. and Walter M., all members of the T. D. Fritch and Sons Co., and The Fritch Coal Co., and Miss Helen Fritch, Trion Bauer and Miss Marion Fritch. Funeral services will be held on New Year's day at 1.30 P.M. at her late residence and at 2 P.M. in Salem Lutheran church on High street, the Rev. G. Franklin Gehr, D.D., pastor, officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, December 29, 1923, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Allen H.

Allen H. Fritch, 73, of 330 W. Main St., Kutztown, died Friday night in his home. A native and lifelong resident of Kutztown, he was employed for 38 years as manager of the former S. Leiberwitz and Sons shirt company. A son of the late Jeremiah and Ellen (Schlegel) Fritch, he is survived by his wife, Ada (Reigel) Fritch. He was a member of the Free and Accepted Masons of Kutztown; charter member of the Kutztown Fire Co., and member of the Kutztown Social Club and St. John's Lutheran Church. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a sister, Mrs. Mame Fulton, Kutztown. Services will be on Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the Schaeffer and Stump Funeral Home, Kutztown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 21, 1955, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Amanda C.

Mrs. Amanda C. Fritch, widow of Rev. M. L. Fritch, died Saturday at her home in Reading. She was born in this city and was the eldest daughter of the late Edward and Emmeline Helman, respected and influential residents of this place. She is survived by two sons, Professor Martin L. of the Drexel Institute, Charles C. and a daughter Emily, living at home, also these sisters: Mrs. F. P. Matz, of Reading, Mrs. W. LaMonte Gillette and one brother, Henry E. Helman, of this city. The funeral will be held on Wednesday at 2 o'clock from her late home, No. 746 Birch street, Reading. Interment at Shillington.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, March 10, 1908, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Austin W.

Austin W. Fritch, 78, of Hamburg R. 2, died yesterday in Laurel Nursing Home, Hamburg. He was a retired carpenter and laborer. Born in Fleetwood, Fritch was a son of the late Franklin D. and Sarah (Wisser) Fritch. His wife, the former Katie I. Christmas, died 10 years ago. Fritch was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Windsor Township. Surviving are two sons, Ray W., of Jacksonville, Fla., and Glenn T., of Hamburg R. 2; three daughters, Annie B., of Breinigsville; Christine A., of Yorktown Heights, N.Y.; and Bernice A., wife of Arlington R. Miller, of Sinking Springs; two sisters, Elda, wife of Joseph Hamsher, of Kutztown; and Laura, wife of Dr. Edward Benson, of Towson, Md.; seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday in the Leibensperger Funeral Home, 60 S. 4th St., hamburg, with viewing 7-9 p.m. Sunday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 16, 1966, page 42. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Charles Samuel

While on a visit with his family to his father-in-law, Asa Rohn, in Catasauqua, Charles Samuel Fritch, of the Bethlehem milling firm of T.D. Fritch & Sons, died suddenly on Sunday morning in the thirtieth year of his age. Mr. Fritch was salesman for the firm and while at home on Wednesday complained of having severe cramps. On Friday he took the advice of his friends and went to Catasauqua for a week's rest at the Rohn Homestead. That night, he was taken ill and his uncle, Dr. D. D. Fritch, and Dr. John A. Brobst, of Macungie, diagnosed his case as that of congestion of the brain. His early death is mourned by his bereaved widow, daughter and his parents, and the following brothers and sister, all of Bethlehem: Ellen R., wife of Rev. Victor J. Bauer; F. Nathan, Harry J. and Walter M. The remains were removed from Catasauqua to his late home, No. 74 Church street, Bethlehem, whence the funeral will take place this Thursday afternoon. Leaving the Bethlehem High School upon the death of his brother, Peter, in 1893, he entered his father's roller flour mill and learned the business thoroughly and last Spring, when the new firm of T.D. Fritch & Sons was formed, he became a member and was assigned to the management and sales department of both the milling and Lehigh Coal Company's business. He was born in Longswamp, Berks county, on January 30, 1875; and was one of eleven children of Trion D. and Adeline Bortz Fritch. With the family he moved to Bethlehem in 1888. He was confirmed by the late Rev. Enoch Smith in Salem Lutheran Church. On April 20, 1897, he married Miss Elizabeth Rohn, of Catasauqua, Rev. James F. Lambert officiating. One child, a daughter, Helen, blessed their union. The deceased was an active member of Salem Church. He was connected also with the McKinley Republican Club.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, August 18, 1904, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Daniel J.

Daniel J. Fritch, a native of Longswamp township, Berks county, died last night at 7.15 o'clock at his home, 831 Hoffert street, Fountain Hill, at the age of 65 years. He was a son of the late Henry and Julia Brensinger Fritch and was a member of the First Reformed church, Bethlehem. Surviving are his widow, Emma, nee Smith; two sons, Stewart D. Fritch, of Wiersdale, Fla., and Daniel J. Fritch, Jr., of this city; seven daughters, Pearl, Frances and Mildred Fritch, at home; Mrs. Charles Bastian and Mrs. Charles Kerr, of Hackensack, N.J., and Emma Fritch, of Detroit, Mich.; a brother, Henry Fritch, of this city; a sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Roth, of this city, and seven grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at his late home Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. Schuler, pastor of the First Reformed church, Bethlehem, officiating. Interment will be made in the Fountain Hill cemetery. Friends may call Thursday night from 7 to 9 o'clock.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, May 16, 1932, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, David Dry

David Dry Fritch, physician, churchman, miller and gentleman farmer, whose mill products have carried his name and fame throughout the world for more than half a century, passed away quietly at his home in Macungie at 4:15 Thursday morning after an illness of a year. He was 83 years of age. While his health began to fail last fall, Dr. Fritch refused to remain idle. He continued in the active management of his business, the D. D. Fritch Milling company, which he founded in 1878, until the first of this year, and then gradually turned over his affairs to his business partners, Milton H. N. Ritter and Robert Aten. Since that time Dr. Fritch had been confined to the house more or less becoming bedfast a short time ago. Dr. Fritch was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, on February 4, 1848, a son of the late Nathan and Mary (Dry) Fritch. He was reared on the old Fritch homestead near Mertztown. Upon the completion of his preliminary education in the township school and at Reading and Collegeville, he entered the medical department of the University of Pennsylvania, graduating in 1876, one of the first medical classes at that institution. Soon after receiving his medical degree, Dr. Fritch engaged in the practice of his profession in Longswamp with his brother-in-law, Dr. Peter Wertz. He continued in his work for two years before he decided he would find more enjoyment in a business career. Hence, in 1878, he and his brother, Nathan, started in the milling business in Macungie and it is noteworthy that three preceding and two succeeding generations have engaged in the same work. Their ancestor was the first miller in this part of the country, having erected and operated a mill in Longswamp township in 1764 or 1765. Dr. Fritch had the honor of manufacturing the first rye flour by the roller process. The standard brands of the mill at present are known throughout the world because of their wide use. Besides directing the flourishing merchant flour mill, Dr. Fritch found time to engage in extensive farming operations cine 1899. He purchased a farm of 158 acres, situated partly within the western borders of the borough of Macungie. This land had been run down and was unprofitable, but by applying modern methods and intelligent management, he soon realized an increase in production of wheat, clover and potatoes. In 1907, his crop of potatoes from forty-one acres amounted to 15,000 bushels. Naturally, his remarkable success gave him a national reputation, and numerous letters were written to him for advice in matters of agriculture. Secretary Wilson, of the Department of Agriculture in 1908 said: �Mr. Fritch, of Macungie, Pa., is the most competent person in the country to give advice on potato farming.� He as known as one of the first 400-bushel men in Lehigh county. In face, Dr. Fritch's farms have been laboratories for the study of agricultural problems, and he developed special eminence as a potato grower, having been one of the most important factors in the development of the Macungie potato region. It was in connection with his farming enterprise that Dr. Fritch received what he considered one of his greatest honors. That was in January, of this year, when at the Pennsylvania Farm show in Harrisburg, the degree of �Master Farmer� was conferred upon him �in absentia.� Because of illness at that time, he was unable to attend the presentation in person. He was one of thirteen men chosen during the year for outstanding contributions to agricultural development in Pennsylvania. The honor came to him particularly for his experiments in wheat and potato production. He was the first Lehigh countian to receive the designation �Master Farmer.� Notwithstanding the great demands on his time in carrying on the milling business and farming operations, he was prevailed upon to take part in local government. He served as chief burgess of Macungie for four terms, and in town council for two terms. He also assisted in the establishment of the Macungie silk mill, acting as its president for many years. Upon locating in Macungie in 1878, Dr. Fritch became a member of Grace Lutheran congregation, and he always manifested a deep interest in the welfare and progress of the church and Sunday school. He served in various capacities in the church, and as a result of his activity there he was made a director of the Theological Seminary of the Lutheran church at Mt. Airy, Philadelphia, and of Muhlenberg college. He was also a director of the Allentown National bank. Among others, he was a member of the Masonic fraternity. In 1878 Dr. Fritch was married to Sarah Weller, a daughter of William and Rebecca (Yerger) Weller, of Longswamp township. She survives together with one daughter, Marie, at home. Two children preceded him in death, a son and a daughter. Among the survivors are two granddaughters, Sara, wife of Dr. Ralph Henry, this city, and Mary, wife of Robert Aten, Macungie; and one sister, Mrs. Mary Wertz, Macungie. There is also a great-granddaughter, Joanne Barbara Henry. Funeral services will be held at his late home in Macungie on Monday afternoon at 1:30, daylight saving time, and in Grace Lutheran church, Macungie, in charge of Rev. Dr. E. A. Yehl.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, September 11, 1931, pages 5, 16. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Edward W.

Edward W. Fritch died on Saturday at 5 p.m. in his late home, Front street, Hellertown, of a complication of diseases. He was 68 years, 5 months and 23 days old, having been born March 2, 1844, in Berks county, near Topton, a son of the late John and Maria Fritch. He leaves his widow, one son, Wilson Fritch, at home; one daughter, Mrs. Lewis Musselman, Allentown; one sister, Mrs. David Xander, Allentown. The funeral will be held Thursday, Aug. 29, at 2 p.m. Services in the house. Interment will be made in Hellertown Cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, August 27, 1912, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Edwin

Edwin Fritch died quite suddenly of apoplexy at his home here, aged 68 years. He is survived by his wife and the following children: John, Robert, Edwin, Lesher and Joseph, Mrs. Chas. Reinhard and Mrs. Mary Halteman, as also by 16 grandchildren and the following brothers and sisters: James, Rev. George W., Mathias, John, Fayette, and the Misses Sallie and Angelina. Interment was made at Huff's Church. Rev. Mr. Bond officiated.

[Source: Alburtis News, Macungie Progress, Thursday, May 26, 1910, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Edwin

Mr. Edwin Fritch, about a mile south of this place, died very suddenly Monday morning, of apoplexy. Deceased is survived by his widow, five sons, John, of Longswamp; Robert, of Alburtis; Lesher, of Macungie; Edwin, of Shamrock, and Joseph, at home; also two daughters survive, Mrs. Charles Reimert, of Alburtis, and Mrs. Holtzman, of Allentown. Funeral will take place from his late residence on Saturday morning at 9.30 a.m. After brief services at the house, the cortege will proceed to Huff's church where further services will be held and where also interment will be made. Deceased was 67 years and a life long resident of Longswamp township. Rev. Wm. F. Bond will officiate.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, May 18, 1910, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Edwin H.

Edwin H. Fritch, 79, husband of Mrs. Mary (Long) Fritch, died yesterday at his home in Longswamp, along Mertztown R. 1. Born in Longswamp Township, he was a son of the late Edwin and Elizabeth (Romig) Fritch. He was a retired farmer and a member of the Lutheran wing of Longswamp Union Church. Surviving with his wife are four sons, Mahlon E., Mertztown R. 1; Charles L.., Reading; Howard J., Mertztown R. 1, and Dr. Fred Knappenberger, Fullerton; a sister, Mrs. Lizzie Reinert, East Greenville; two brothers, Lesher, Emmaus, and John, Mertztown R. 1; ten grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, March 6, 1953, page 40. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Elamanda B. (nee Moser)

Mrs. Elamanda B. Fritch, 79, widow of Samuel A. Fritch, Hancock, Mertztown R. 1, died yesterday in Shillington. Born in District township, she was a daughter of the late David and Susanna (Brey) Moser, and was a member of Hoff Lutheran church. Surviving are the following children: Charles C., Alburtis R. 1; James C., Fogelsville; David M., Mertztown R. 1; nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, August 28, 1950, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Ellen J. (nee Adams)

Following a short illness, Ellen J., nee Adams, wife of John Fritch, prominent Longswamp merchant, passed away at her home there yesterday morning aged 57 years, 7 months and 13 days. She was born and reared in Longswamp township, the daughter of Monoah and Mary, nee Fretz, Adams. She was a member of the Reformed wing of Longswamp church and took an active interest in civic work in her community. Surviving are her husband, one son, John, Longswamp; one daughter, Mrs. Frank Dietz, Johnstown, Pa.; two brothers, Fred Adams, Alburtis, and Harry Adams, this city. Funeral services will be held at her late home Thursday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock with continued services following in the Longswamp church. Rev. Donald Englert will officiate. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church. Friends may call at the home on Wednesday night from 7 to 9 o'clock.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, April 12, 1936, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Emma C. (nee Smith)

Mrs. Emma C. (Smith) Fritch, 94, of 831 Hoffert St., Fountain Hill, died yesterday in her home. Born in Maxatawny, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late David and Eliza (Folck) Smith. She was the widow of Daniel J. Fritch. Mrs. Fritch was a member of the First UCC, Bethlehem. Surviving are two sons, Stuart O. Fritch of Weirsdale, Fla., and Daniel J. Fritch, Allentown; seven daughters, Pearl Fritch and Mrs. Charles Bastian, both at home; Mrs. Russell Bruner of Fountain Hill; Mrs. Charles Kerr of Hackensack, N.J.; Carolyn Fritch, New York City; Mrs. James McCarthy, Los Angeles, and Mrs. Zoltan Biro, Bethlehem; 16 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday in the Kulik Funeral Home, 1311 Broadway, Fountain Hill. Viewing will be 7-9 p.m. tomorrow.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, March 3, 1962, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Esther A. (nee Fegely)

Esther A. (nee Fegely), wife of Tilghman Fritch, died at her home in Mertztown, at 10.30 o'clock Thursday night, aged 73 years, 4 months and 24 days. She had been sick only a few hours. The husband and a number of children survive. Notice of funeral later.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, June 3, 1922, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Franklin D.

Franklin D. Fritch, of Topton, died of infirmities of old age, Wednesday afternoon, aged 81 years. Mr. Fritch had been in feeble health for many years and bedfast for two weeks. He was born in Longswamp on the property which he later acquired, having belonged to his father and grandfather since 1764 and known as Fritch's mill. Mr. Fritch came from a family of millers and as a young man learned that trade in Tamaqua. He was afterwards in business for ten years in District township; twelve years in Fleetwood, and later occupied the old homestead in Longsdale. He leaves his widow, Sarah Ann (nee Wisser), and these children: Mrs. Emerson German, Allentown; Mrs. Harvey Hertzog, mertztown; Mrs. Irving Stettler, Trexlertown; Mrs. Joseph Hamsher, Bowers; Mrs. Edward Benson, Baltimore, Md.; Franklin, Philadelphia; Austin, Shamrock, and Martha, at home. There are 22 grandchildren. There survive also a brother and a sister, Dr. David D., Macungie, and Mary, widow of Dr. P. F. Wertz, Longswamp. Jonas, a brother, of Frankfort, Ind., died two weeks ago; Tyron, Bethlehem, four years ago, and Nathan D., Macungie, two years ago. Funeral Monday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock with all services at the house. Interment at St. Paul's church at Mertztown. Revs. F. K. Bernd and W. H. Kline will officiate. Undertaker Schofer has charge.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, May 1, 1920, page 13. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Fred

Fred, the oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. James Fritch, of near Longswamp, who accidentally shot himself in the side of the upper part of the thigh while hunting rabbits last Wednesday, died Monday morning at 2 o'clock. He had a double-barrel breech loading gun and both shots discharged, passing entirely through the thigh and came out near the hip joint, making a terrible wound, which resulted in blood poisoning and death.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, December 8, 1898, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Hannah R. (nee Shoemaker)

Mrs. Hannah R. (Shoemaker) Fritch, 80, died yesterday afternoon in her Mertztown R. 1 home. She was the wife of Victor Fritch. Born in Longswamp Township, she was a daughter of the late Peter B. and Sarah (Romig) Shoemaker. Mrs. Fritch was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Mertztown. Surviving in addition to her husband are three daughters, Verna, wife of Jacob Rollman, Baltimore, and Lucy, wife of John Kemp, and Sarah, wife of Earl Solt, both of Mertztown R. 1; three sons, Paul J., John P. and Carl A., all of Mertztown R. 1; two sisters, Sallie, wife of Daniel Meck, of Alburtis R. 1, and Eula, wife of Breiden Meck, of Mertztown R. 1; four brothers, Charles and Lewis, both of Mertztown R. 1, and William and John, both of Macungie, and 15 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday in St. Paul's church. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday in the Earl A. Trexler Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, May 23, 1967, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Helen R. (nee Smith)

Mrs. Helen R., nee Smith, Fritch, widow of the Rev. George W. Fritch, passed away Saturday morning at her late residence, 28 College St., Boyertown. She was 64 years old. Mrs. Fritch was the daughter of the late William and Caroline, nee Kistler, Smith. Three children survive here. They are Florence F., wife of J. Park Smith, Topton; Luther S. Fritch, Reading; the Rev. George W. Fritch Jr., at home. Among her survivors are also one grandchild, five sisters, Mrs. George Fetherolf, Reading; Mrs. Milton Kistler, Neffs; Mrs. Jonas Weaver, Schnecksville; Janet, wife of Carmi Lichty, Orefield; Messina, wife of Charles Oswald, Lynnport, and one brother, William Smith, Orefield. The funeral will take place at Jacob's Lutheran church, Jacksonville, Tuesday at 2 p.m., Rev. Leroy Bond, Pastor, officiating. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, February 24, 1941, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Helene E. (nee Reese)

Mrs. Helene M. Fritch, 83, of Kutztown R. 1, died Wednesday in the Liberty Nursing Center, Allentown. She was the widow of Reuel K. Fritch. She was the owner and operator of the former Helene's Beauty Shop, Kutztown, for 61 years before retiring in 1980. At the time of her retirement she was the second oldest active hairdresser in the state. Born in Allentown, she was a daughter of the late John and Sallie (Burt) Reese. She was a member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Kutztown. Surviving is a sister, Marguerite F., wife of Norman Youst, of Allentown. Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday in the church. A calling hour will precede services in the church. The Trexler Funeral home, 1625 Highland St., Allentown, is in charge of arrangements.

Funeral Notice (p. C-11): Age at death = 83 years, 2 months, 2 days. Buried, Fairview Cemetery, Kutztown

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, May 28, 1981, page B-14. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Henry

Henry Fritch, a former resident of Berks county, died at the almshouse yesterday, aged 83 years. Three children, Henry Fritch, residing at East Texas; Daniel Fritch, of Fountain Hill, and a married daughter, residing in this city, survive. Death was due to paresis. Burial will be made in Longswamp Cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, February 18, 1905, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Henry E.

Henry E. Fritch, who was a meat cutter for 28 years at Arbogast and Bastian until retirement 15 years ago, died at 7:25 p.m. yesterday at the Sacred Heart hospital. The 84-year-old man, who resided at 2335 S. 5th St., was in ill health for two weeks and was a hospital patient since Saturday. Born in Hamburg, Berks county, he was the son of the late Henry and Julianne (Brensinger) Fritch. He was a resident 45 years of Allentown. Survivors are two daughters: Mrs. Lillian M. Arnold, Allentown; Mrs. Mabel E. Kistler, with whom he resided; seven grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. His wife, Andora (deLong) Fritch, and three sons, Percival D., Milton and Luther, preceded him in death. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the Trexler funeral home, 116 S. 8th St. Burial will be in Longswamp cemetery. Call 7 to 8:30 p.m. Friday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, October 30, 1947, page 13. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Ida R. (nee Benfield)

Death came suddenly and unexpectedly to Mrs. Ida R., wife of Edwin H. Fritch, of Mertztown, R. 1, Longswamp township, on Wednesday at 12.30 o'clock, when she expired from a heart attack. Mrs. Fritch had been ill for some time but her condition was not regarded as critical. She was confined to bed for the past four days. She was born in Upper Macungie township fifty-one years ago, a daughter of the late Henry Benfield and his wife, Rebecca, nee Butz, Benfield. There survive the husband, three sons, Mahlon and Howard, at home, and Charles, of Fleetwood, seven grandchildren, and two sisters, Mrs. John Gehman, Macungie R. 1, and Mrs. Sallie Hensinger, Allentown. The funeral will be held on Monday morning at 9.30 o'clock. Services will be held at the house, Rev. William Meckstroth, pastor of the Reformed wing of the Longswamp church, officiating, and of which congregation Mrs. Fritch was a devoted member. Further services and interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, April 19, 1928, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Irvin M.

Irvin M. Fritch, husband of Mamie (Miller) Fritch, died yesterday at his home, Mertztown R. 1, near Topton. He was 68 years and had been in ill health for several years. Born in Longswamp Township, he was a son of the late Mathias and Mary (Geist) Fritch. Prior to his illness, he was employed by Atlas Mineral Products Company of Mertztown. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Maxatawny Church. Surviving are his wife, one son, Paul Fritch, at home; two daughters, Ida, wife of Clarence Leibensperger, Alburtis R. 1; Arlene, wife of Russell Engle, East Greenville; six grandchildren, one sister, Mrs. Carrie Killian, Allentown, and two brothers, William Fritch, New Berlinville; and Allen Fritch, Alburtis R. 1.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, August 25, 1951, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, James

James Fritch, a farmer of Alburtis R. D. 1, near Pilgert's schoolhouse, died of heart disease on Saturday morning, aged 86 years, 8 months and 13 days. Mr. Fritch had been ailing for the past several years. He is survived by his wife, Lydia (nee Reinert) Fritch and the following children: Mrs. Alfred Dankel, of Topton; Mrs. George Helbert, of Mertztown R. 2, and Victor Fritch, of Mertztown R. 2. Thirteen grandchildren and six great grandchildren survive as do Mrs. Samuel Klotz, of Topton, a sister, and two brothers, John Fritch, of Allentown, and Matthias Fritch, of Alburtis R. 1. The funeral will be held on Wednesday morning, July 13, at 9.30 o'clock, standard time. Following short services at the house, regular services will be conducted at Huffs church and interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining. Rev. William F. Bond, of Shamrock, will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, July 10, 1927, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch,James

James Fritch, a farmer of Alburtis R.D. 1, near Pilgert's schoolhouse, died of heart disease on Saturday morning, aged 86 years, 8 months and 13 days. Mr. Fritch had been ailing for the past several years. He is survived by his wife Lydia (nee Reinert) Fritch and the following children: Mrs. Alfred Dankel, of Topton; Mrs. George Helbert, of Mertztown R. 2, and Victor Fritch, of Mertztown R. 2. Thirteen grandchildren and six great-grandchildren survive as do Mrs. Samuel Klotz, of Topton, a sister, and two brothers, John Fritch, of Allentown, and Matthias Fritch, of Alburtis R. 1. The funeral will be held on Wednesday morning, July 13, at 9.30 o'clock, standard time. Following a short service at the house, regular services will be conducted at Huff's church and interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining. Rev. William F. Bond, of Shamrock, will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, July 11, 1927, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch,James

The remains of James Fritsch, a well and favorably known resident of Longswamp, were laid to rest in the New Union cemetery at Huff's Church. He had been a consistent and life-long member here, one who knew his Bible, and one who could comfort himself with its consolations. The deceased was a son of John Fritsch and Judith (nee Glassmoyer), and was born here October 26, 1840; baptized November 27, 1840, by Rev. I. Roeller. He was confirmed in his youth by the same pastor at Huff's Church. On November 3, 1866, he was united in marriage to Lydia Reinert by Rev. Alfred D. Croll. They lived in this happy union for over sixty years and were blessed with two daughters and five sons, of whom four sons preceded him in death. After ailing for some time from infirmities, he passed away suddenly at the age of 86 years, 8 months, and 13 days. There survive his wife; one sons, Victor, Mertztown; two daughters, Katie, wife of Alfred dankel, Topton/ and Missouri, wife of George Helbert, Mertztown R. 1; thirteen grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; two brothers, John Fritsch, Allentown, and Matthias, of Longswamp; and one sister, Mrs. Samuel Klotz, Topton.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Friday, July 22, 1927, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Joanna (nee Warmkessel)

Another of our well known and highly respected residents to lay down the burden of life was Joanna, wife of Nathan D. Fritch. She died early Sunday morning, after a lingering illness. She was bedfast about two weeks and suffered from a complication of diseases. Deceased was a daughter of the late Joseph and Lydia (Neimeyer) Warmkessel, and was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, on March 23, 1853. She was married on January 4, 1873, to Nathan D. Fritch, now of the milling firm of D.D. & N.D. Fritch, and is survived by her husband and two daughters, Lillie A., wife of Milton H. Ritter, of Macungie, and Alma L., residing at home. Three sons preceded her in death. Deceased was a faithful member of Grace Lutheran Church, Macungie, and an active worker in both church and Sunday school. Her death came as a severe blow to the family and a shock and loss to the community in which she was universally loved. She was kind of heart and had many friends who sincerely mourn her demise. The funeral will be held this (Thursday) afternoon at 2 o'clock. Services will be conducted at the house of mourning on Main street and later in Grace Lutheran Church. Interment will be made in Union Cemetery. Rev. W. M. Kopenhaver will officiate.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, January 6, 1910, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Joseph Abraham

Joseph Abraham Fritch, of near Alburtis, a repairman on the Alburtis section of the P. and R. railroad, died on Sunday at the Allentown hospital after a three-week's illness with meningitis, aged 39 years. Mr. Fritch was a member of the Long Swamp Lutheran church, Alburtis Council, No. 1049, F.P.A., and of Sovereign Camp, No. 640, Woodmen of America. He is survived by his widow, Mary, nee Mest, Fritch; two sons, Elmer and Edgar, at home; his mother, Mrs. Elizabeth Fritch, of Mertztown R.D., and the following brothers and sisters, John, Edwin and Robert, of Mertztown R. D.; Lesher, of Emaus; Mrs. Leo Holtzman, of Allentown, and Mrs. Lizzie Reinert, of Alburtis. The funeral will be held from his late home on Thursday morning at 9:30 o'clock, followed by services and interment at Long Swamp church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, June 4, 1923, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Levi Long

Mrs. Harry Adams, 507 Turner street, received word of the death of her father, Levi Long Fritch, at the home of her sister, Mrs. Winifield Hartzel, 1328 Madison street, Denver, Colorado, on Thursday at 4 p.m., of heart trouble, aged 70 years, 2 months and 14 days. Mr. and Mrs. Fritch started for the west by auto the early part of May and have since toured a number of the Western States, including the Pacific Coast. They had intended to start the return trip this week. Mr. Fritch took sick on Monday evening and was bedfast for three days. Mr. Fritch lived at Mertztown, Berks County, Pennsylvania, and for the last fifty or more years and was engaged in various business enterprises. The widow and Mr. and Mrs. Hartzel will bring the body to Mertztown where interment will be made. The funeral arrangements have not as yet been completed. The deceased was the youngest son of Levi Fritch and wife Sarah (nee Long) and was born in Mertztown, April 14, 1858. In his early days he attended the local schools and later entered the K. S. N. S., Kutztown, and Wyoming Academy, Kingston. He was associated, for a number of years, with his brothers, Tilghman and Manoah, in the general merchandise business and for some time in the paint manufacturing business, trading as T. L. Fritch and Bros. Later he carried on an extensive lumbering business in Huntingdon county, and in this section. Until recently he was the proprietor of the Long Valley Paint mill, Mertztown. In 1880 he was married to Sarah Miller, Mertztown, who, together with the following children survive: Clara, wife of Frank Lawrence, Mertztown; Lillie, wife of Winifred Hartzel, Denver, Col.; Jennie B., wife of Rev. Dr. C. A. Butz, Bethlehem; Melrose, wife of Lewis Shoemaker, Mertztown; Ella, wife of Harry Adams, and Helen, wife of Fred Hammond, both of Allentown. He is also survived by one brother, T. L. Fritch, Mertztown. Another brother died several days ago. There also remain six grandchildren. He was a progressive citizen and was a firm believer in education as is attested by the fact that the six daughters are graduates of the K. S. N. S. and have been teachers in the public schools, two still serving in that capacity. Mrs. Lawrence has served continually since 1900.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, June 30, 1928, pages 5, 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Luther

Luther Fritch, of Wescoesville, died on Wednesday of typhoid fever, aged 21 years. Deceased was married only a few months ago to Miss Lizzie Bortz. He was a son of Henry Fritch, of Wescoesville. He is survived by his parents, his wife, two brothers, Milton and Percival Fritch, and two sisters, Tillie and Mabel Fritch. The funeral will be held on Sunday morning at 9.30 o'clock at the residence of the parents. Services and burial at Longswamp Church, Revs. Humbert and J. Smith, of Emaus, officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, March 20, 1903, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Luther

In the obituary notice of Luther Fritch, which appeared yesterday, there were a number of errors. The funeral will be held tomorrow at 10.30 a.m. Rev. J. Smith, of Emaus, will officiate. Burial and regular services at Longswamp Church, Rev. Nevin W. Helffrich officiating. Relatives and friends and members of Cedar Council, Jr. O.U.A.M., of Wescoesville, of which deceased was a member, are invited to attend in a body. Deceased was 21 years, 1 month and 15 days of age.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, March 21, 1903, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Luther T.

Luther T. Fritch, 72, Mertztown, died last night at his home. He was the son of the late Tilghman and Esther Fegely and for many years had been employed by the Long Valley Rug Mills, Mertztown. He was a member of Knights of the Golden Eagle, Kutztown; Order of Redmen, Alburtis; the Topton Fire Co., and the Lutheran congregation of St. Paul's Union church, Mertztown. Surviving are his wife, Miria Tilgert Fritch; a son, Arthur, Topton; three brothers, Roscoe, Reading; Paul, Allentown; and Ruel, Kutztown; two sisters, Mrs. John Diefenderfer and Annie Fritch, both of Allentown; and three grandchildren.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, August 8, 1950, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Lydia (nee Reinert)

Lydia, nee Reinert, widow of James Fritch, died of heart disease at 3 o'clock yesterday morning, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. George S. Helbert, Route 1, Mertztown, aged 87 years, 3 months and 6 days. She was a native of District township, a daughter of the late John and Rebecca Johnson Reinert, and was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Huff's church. Her husband died seven years ago. There survive these children: Mrs. Alfred W. Dankel, Topton; Mrs. George S. Helbert, Route 1, Mertztown, and victor Fritch, Route 2, Mertztown; 13 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. John Romig, Cressona, and Mrs. Frank Wieand, Boyertown. Funeral Monday at 1.30 p.m., standard time, from the home of a daughter, Mrs. Alfred W. Dankel, Home avenue, Topton. Further services in Huff's church, Rev. William F. Bond officiating. Interment in the adjoining cemetery. Friends may call Sunday night from 7 to 9 o'clock.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, April 28, 1933, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Manoah L.

Manoah L. Fritch, aged 74 years, died Friday at Philadelphia, death being due to a stroke of apoplexy. He was a former resident of Mertztown and was the son of the late Levi and Sarah (Long) Fritch. His wife, Mary (Weller) Fritch, died four years ago. He is survived by two brothers, Tilghman L., of Mertztown, and Levi L., Longsdale, near Mertztown. The funeral will take place Saturday from the home of Levi L. Fritch at 1.30 o'clock, followed by regular services in the Mertztown church, with Rev. Drey, of Kutztown, officiating. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, March 27, 1922, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Mary A. (nee Long)

Mrs. Mary A. (Long) Fritch, 81, of Mertztown R. 1, widow of Edwin Fritch, died Saturday night at the home of her son and daughter-in-law, Dr. and Mrs. Fred C. Knappenberger, 215 American St., Fullerton. Born in Longswamp Township, she was a daughter of the late William and Elizabeth (Fegely) Long. She was a member of the Evangelical and Reformed congregation of Longswamp Union Church, and the home department of the church school. Surviving with her son are three stepsons, Mahlon, Mertztown R. 1; Charles, Reading, and Howard, Mertztown; three grandchildren, and a brother, Dr. W. F. Long, Mertztown R. 1. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in Longswamp Church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, February 4, 1957, page 16. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Mary L.

Mary L., wife of Manoah Fritch, formerly of Topton, died in a hospital in Philadelphia, of complication of diseases. There were no children.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, February 4, 1918, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Milton

Milton Fritch, aged 30 years, of 1532 Gordon street, died at the Allentown Hospital at 1.30 o'clock Thursday afternoon after an illness of three weeks with typhoid fever. The deceased was for the past seven years employed in the Allentown Bobbin Works, prior to which time he was a teamster in the employ of M. S. Young & Co. Mr. Fritch was a son of Henry and Dora Fritch, both of whom still live in this city, and was born in Long Swamp. He was united in marriage with Elsie Stephens, daughter of Oscar and Josephine Stephens, now of this city, but then of East Texas, several years ago. She, with the following sisters and brother survive: Mrs. Lillian Arnold, Mabel and Percival. He was a member of the Lutheran Church, at Trexlertown; Jr. O.U.A.M., and the Brotherhood of America.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, April 22, 1911, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Milton L.

Milton L. Fritch, 59, brother of Mrs. Carrie Killian of this city, died at the home of his son, Warren Fritch, 562 Douglas St., Reading, yesterday morning. He was confined for the past five weeks with complications developing to cause his death. He was born in Mertztown, the son of Mathias and Mary (nee Geist) Fritch and lived in that vicinity for many years. He was employed by the Boyertown foundry. He was a devout member of the Long Swamp church and was active in the Gilbertsville Fire Co. Surviving are his son, Warren, Reading, two stepchildren, Mrs. Sadie Moore and Mrs. Esta Hoffman, Reading; five grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Carrie Killian, Allentown, and Mrs. Susan Kerchner, Topton, and three brothers, William and Allen, Alburtis, and Irvin, Mertztown R. 1. Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at 3 p.m. from the DeLong funeral home, Topton, with Rev. William H. Kline officiating. Interment will follow in the Long Swamp church cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, April 29, 1944, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Nathan

Died. On the 16th ult., in Longswamp, Nathan Fritch, aged 77 years, 9 months and 6 days.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, July 16, 1884, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Nathan D.

Macungie lost one of its best known and most prominent citizens early on Sunday morning when Nathan D. Fritch died at his beautiful home on Main street from bronchial pneumonia. He was of the widely known firm of D. D. and N. D. Fritch, owners and operators of the Keystone mill with a capacity of 500 barrels of flour daily. Mr. Fritch was descended from Johannes Fritch, a native of Hesse-Darmstadt, where he was born in 1744 and he came to America in 1764 and settled in Longswamp where he became a miller. His son, John George, and his grandson, Nathan, followed in his footsteps and the next in lineage in the same business was the subject of this sketch. The deceased was one of the nine children of the late Nathan and Mary Dry Fritch, natives of Longswamp, the father dying in 1883. Only three of the family are still living, Dr. D. D. Fritch, business associated of the deceased, Frank, of Kutztown, and Mrs. Mary Wertz, of Macungie. Mr. Fritch was born sixty-six years ago and in 1877 he and his brother and brother-in-law, Harry F. Bogh, bought the former Miller mill at Macungie, which they remodeled and modernized and made one of the largest in this part of the state. He was also a useful member of the community in which he resided, taking a vital interest in public affairs. He was an active member of Grace Lutheran Church, was for twenty years a deacon of the congregation and treasurer of the Sunday school thirty-six years. Because of the condition of his health, he had lived practically retired during the past few years. His wife preceded him in death in 1910. Her maiden name was Joanna Warmkessel. Three sons and one daughter, Mrs. M. H. N. Ritter, also preceded him in death. One daughter survives, Alma, wife of Charles Appel, of this city; and one grandson, Carl Ritter. The funeral will be held on Thursday afternoon with services by Rev. W. M. Kopenhaver in Grace Lutheran Church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, July 24, 1916, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Peter

After an illness of a considerable time from consumption, Peter, son of Trion D. and Adeline Fritch, died at the residence of his parents at Bethlehem, on Wednesday evening of last week. The funeral was held at Bethlehem on Tuesday. Deceased was 24 years old and a salesman for Fritch & Co.'s flour mill, of which his father and uncles here are part owners. He was born in Longswamp, Berks county. Four brothers and a sister survive. Dr. C. H. Brobst, of town, attended the young man during his sickness.

Fritch, Reuel K.

Reuel K. Fritch, mechanic at the Dietrich Motor Company, Allentown, for many years, died Thursday night in the Sacred Heart Hospital. Mr. Fritch, who was 60, resided in the Rhode Building, Kutztown. He was a native of Mertztown, the son of the late Tilghman and Esther (Fegley) Fritch. Mr. Fritch was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church Council and Brotherhood, Kutztown Fire Company, Fairview Cemetery Board, all of Kutztown, and the Loyal Order of Moose and Herbert Paul Lentz Post, American Legion, both of Allentown. He served in the armed forces during World War I. He is survived by his wife, Helen M. (Reese) Fritch; a daughter, Eleanor, wife of D. Darwin Angstadt, Kutztown; three grandchildren; two sisters, Rose, wife of John Diefenderfer and Miss Annie Fritch, both of Allentown; two brothers, Paul Fritch, Allentown, and Roscoe Fritch, Reading.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, January 5, 1952, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Robert W.

Robert W. Fritch of Longswamp township, widely known in the eastern section of Berks county and the western part of Lehigh county, died at his home at 10:20 o'clock Saturday morning. He was 74 years of age. Mr. Fritch, son of the late Edwin and Elizabeth, nee Romig, Fritch, was organist of Longswamp Union church, Lutheran and Reformed, for 50 years, retiring two years ago. During that half century, he also served as organist of Huffs Union church, Hereford township. A member of the Lutheran faith of Longswamp Union Church, Mr. Fritch resided in the township in which he was born all his life. His wife, Sarah, nee Hertzog, died Feb. 16, 1945. He was a member of the Topton-Longswamp Chamber of Commerce and served the organization as its musical director. Surviving Mr. Fritch are two sisters, Mrs. Lizzie reinert of emmaus and Mrs. Mary Holtzman of Longswamp township, also three brothers, John and Edwin Fritch of Longswamp township and Lesher Fritz of Emmaus. Funeral services will be held at his late home on Thursday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock with further services in the Longswamp Union church, with interment in adjoining cemetery. Rev. Clarence Keiser, D.D., substituting Lutheran clergyman at the church, and Rev. John Herbster, Reformed pastor, will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, May 13, 1945, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Sallie

Sallie Fritch, one of the oldest women residents of Allentown, died yesterday morning at the home of her niece, Mrs. J. George Snyder, No. 135 North eighth street, aged 89 years, 1 month and 24 days. She had been a sufferer with a dropsical affection for several months and, on Christmas night, fell down the stairs at her home and fractured a hip. This injury aggravated her trouble and hastened her death. Deceased was born in Longswamp and was a daughter of Henry and Marie Fritch. She resided in Longswamp for many years, later made her home at Saegersville, and five years ago came to Allentown to reside with her niece, Mrs. Snyder. Other nieces residing here are Mrs. James F. Hunsicker and Mrs. Charles Sieger. A brother, William Fritch, resides at Alburtis.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, January 10, 1908, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Sarah (nee Miller)

Mrs. Sarah (Miller) Fritch, widow of Levi L. Fritch, died early yesterday at her home along Mertztown R. 1, Longswamp township. She was in her 87th year. A daughter of the late John and Floranda (Schwoyer) Miller, she was a native and life long resident of Longswamp township. She held membership in St. Paul's Lutheran church, Mertztown. Surviving are five daughters: Mrs. Lillie Hartzell, Denver, Colo.; Mrs. Jennie Butz, at home; Ella, wife of Harry P. Adams, Allentown; Melrose, wife of Lewis Shoemaker, and Helen, wife of Harry Keck, both of Mertztown. She is also survived by six grandchildren and six great grandchildren. A daughter, Clara, preceded her in death.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, May 3, 1948, page 16. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Sarah A. (nee Weller)

Mrs. Sarah A. Fritch, member of a prominent Lehigh county family, and widow of Dr. D. D. Fritch, died yesterday morning at her home, 20 Main street, Macungie. Her death followed an illness of several months and she had been bedfast for the past week. Born in Longswamp township, the daughter of the late William and Rebecca, nee Yerger, Weller, Mrs. Fritch had been a resident of this section all her life. Her husband, who preceded her in death about three years ago, had been former chief burgess of Macungie, a member of town council, founder of a silk mill, and director of a large and flourishing flour mill at that borough. Mrs. Fritch had been a faithful and active member of the Grace Lutheran church, Macungie, and the Sunday school, ladies aid society and missionary society of that church. She is survived by one daughter, Marie, at home; two granddaughters, Mrs. Ralph Henry, of Allentown, and Mrs. Robert Aten, Macungie, and three great-grandchildren, Joanne Henry, this city, and David and Barbara Aten, Macungie. One sister, Mrs. Anna Weiss, of this city, also survives. Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon from her late home at 2 o'clock. Interment will be made in Solomon's church cemetery, Macungie.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, February 10, 1935, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Sarah E. (nee Hertzog)

Sarah E. Fritch, wife of Robert Fritch of Longswamp township, Berks county, died at her home at the age of 80 years at noon yesterday. She was the daughter of the late Aaron and Maria, nee Heil, Hertzog, and was born at Alburtis. She was a member of the Evangelical Reformed faith of Longswamp church where her husband was formerly organist. She is survived by her husband and one sister, Priscilla Hertzog, Longswamp township. The funeral will be held from her late home on Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. Rev. John Herbster and Rev. Dr. Clarence Keiser will officiate. Further services will be held at the Longswamp church. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, February 17, 1945, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Susan H. (nee Keiffer)

Susan H. Fritch, widow of Edward Fritch, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Lewis Musselman, 1738 Chew street, Sunday morning at 9.45 o'clock, aged 78 years and 7 months. Two years ago she suffered an apoplectic stroke and since then was in failing health. Her husband preceded her in death 12 years ago. Mrs. Fritch was born in Hamburg, Berks county, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Keiffer, Mertztown. She was a member of the Hellertown church. Two children survive. Mrs. Lewis Musselman, with whom she resided, and Wilson G. Fritch, also of this city; five grandchildren and three great grandchildren, one brother, George Keiffer, St. Louis, Mo., and one sister, Mrs. Clinton Reinert, this city, also survive. Private funeral services will be held from the late home at the convenience of the family. Interment will be made in the Hellertown cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, October 20, 1924, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Tilghman L.

Retired for the last twenty years, Tilghman L. Fritch, senior member of the T. L. Fritch and Brothers general merchandise store at Mertztown, passed away of complications yesterday afternoon at his home in Mertztown, aged 89 years, 1 month and 27 days. Mr. Fritch was associated with his brothers in the firm that has extended its business for about 60 years. He was a member of the Lutheran faith of St. Paul's church at Mertztown, where he served for many years on the church council. Born in Longswamp township, he was a son of the late Levy and Sarah, nee Long, Fritch. A wife, Esther, nee Fegley, preceded him in death, June 1, 1922. Surviving him are the following children: Anna and Paul, at home; Mrs. Charles Weber, Boston, Mass.; Mrs. John Diefenderfer, city; Luther, Mertztown; Roscoe, Reading and Ruel, Alburtis. Ten grandchildren and four great-grandchildren also survive. Funeral services will be held from his late home, Tuesday at 1.30, with Rev. W. S. Dry and Rev. M. H. Brensinger officiating. Interment in the Mertztown cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, January 25, 1935, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Trion Dry

Trion Dry Fritch, one of Bethlehem's well-known retired business men, died Sunday evening, aged 69 years, 7 months and 26 days. Death was due to the effects of several recent strokes of apoplexy and other complications, which confined him to the house for some time. Mr. Fritch was born in Mertztown on October 11, 1844, a son of Nathan and Mary (Dry) Fritch. He learned the miller's trade in his young manhood. In 1884 he built the Norristown flour mills and in 1886, the Diamond roller flour mills at South Main and Elver streets, Bethlehem, of which he took active charge in 1889 and continued in active business under the firm name of T. D. Fritch & Sons until his health began to fail. Thereafter his sons and son-in-law took charge of the business. He was a member of Salem Lutheran Church, being identified with the church council for a number of years, of the Macungie Silk Company, the Bethlehem Trust Company and the Union Cemetery Association. He was married to Miss Adeline Bortz on August 29, 1868. Four sons and three daughters preceded him to the grave. He leaves his widow, three sons, F. Nathan, of South Bethlehem, and Harry J. and Walter M., of Bethlehem, and one daughter, Ellen, wife of Rev. V. J. Bauer, residing at home; four brothers, F. D. Fritch, of Topton, J. D. Fritch, of Frankfort, Ind., Dr. D. D. Fritch and N. D. Fritch, of Macungie, and one sister, Mrs. Mary Wentz, of Macungie, and three grandchildren. The funeral will take place on Friday at 2 p.m. with services at the house, in charge of Rev. H. C. Kline. Interment will be made in the family plot in Union Cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, June 10, 1914, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Wm.

Wm. Fritch, an old and well-known resident of Macungie, died on Sunday at the home of his son, Oliver J. Fritch, aged 84 years, 9 months and 24 days. Death resulted from a long illness that ended in paresis. He was a son of the late Henry Fritch and was born in Longswamp. He is survived by his wife and the following children: Oliver J., Macungie; Mrs. Emma Moyer, Tatamy; George, Allentown; Mrs. Marvin Hausman, Alburtis; Henry J. Sylvester, Mrs. And Mrs. Alice Gumbear, Lehighton; Frank Weiland, Mrs. Caroline Blank. There are also 12 grandchildren, including Mrs. Alice Reichenbach, Mrs. Edith Hurdee and Lloyd D. Fritch, of Allentown. The funeral will take place on Thursday at 9:30 a.m. from the home of his son Oliver at Macungie, with regular services and interment at Longswamp Church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, February 25, 1908, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritch, Wm.

Wm. Fritch died on Sunday at the home of his son, Oliver J. Fritch, near Macungie, aged 84 years, 9 months and 24 days. Death resulted from a long illness that ended in paresis. He was a son of the late Henry Fritch and was born in Longswamp. He is survived by his wife and the following children: Oliver J., Macungie; Mrs. Emma Moyer, Tatamy; George, Allentown; Mrs. Marvin Hausman, Alburtis; Henry J., Sylvester, Mrs. Alice Gumbear, Frank Weiland, and Mrs. Caroline Blank, Lehighton. There are 42 grandchildren. The funeral will take place today, Thursday, at 9.30 a.m. from the home of his son Oliver with regular services and interment at Longswamp Church.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, February 27, 1908, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritchman, Harry C.

Among the local survivors of Harry C. Fritchman, Allentown, who died Jan. 19 in the Wilkes-Barre Veterans Affairs Medical Center, is a sister, Pat (Fritchman) Keim, Mertztown.

Fritchman, Marguerite N.

Services were held for Marguerite N. Fritchman, 88, of Hellertown, who passed away on Feb. 26, 2004 at the St. Luke's Hospital, Fountain Hill. She was the wife of the late Alfred J. Fritchman. Born in Hellertown, she was the daughter of the late Austin and Ruth (Henn) Kies. She was a member of Christ Lutheran Church, in Hellertown where she served on various church committees. Mrs. Fritchman is survived by three sons, Alfred R. of Lower Nazareth Twp., David J. o Elizabethtown, and Thomas J. of Blue Bell; two brothers, Harold Kies of McConnellsburg and Edward Kies of Fla.; eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to Christ Lutheran Church, 69 Main St., Hellertown, PA 18055 Arrangements: Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc., 326 Main Street, Hellertown, PA 18055

Fritsch, Anna

Mrs. Anna Fritsch, of Mertztown, died on Wednesday at the Allentown Hospital following a surgical operation performed last Friday. Miss Laura Fritsch, a nurse at the hospital, is a sister-in-law of the dead woman.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, August 19, 1910, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritsch, Aquilla

Confined to the Reading Hospital 18 weeks with dropsy, Aquilla, wife of Milton L. Fritsch, died at that institution on Thursday. Her illness covered more than five months. Had she lived until Saturday, Mrs. Fritsch would have celebrated her 39th birthday. She was born in Longswamp township and moved to Reading eleven years ago. She was a daughter of Aaron and Sarah (nee Moyer) Warmkessel. Deceased attended Hope Lutheran church. She was twice married, her first husband, Jonathan Meck, having preceded her in death fourteen years. To the first union four children were born, three of whom survive. They are Esther, Sadie and Paul. From the second union, one son, Warren, at home survives. There are three brothers, Henry, Kutztown; Aaron, Allentown, and Harrison, Reading, and one sister, Mrs. Hattie Mayer, of Kutztown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, January 20, 1919, p. 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritsch, Jesse Lee

Jesse Lee Fritsch, 14-day-old son of John P. and Catherine (Strauss) Fritsch, Mertztown R. 1, died yesterday in Allentown hospital. He leaves his parents, a sister, Margaret Fritsch, and a brother, Peter Fritsch. Also surviving are his maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Strauss, Macungie; his paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Victor Fritsch, Mertztown R. 1; and his paternal great-grandmother, Mrs. Sarah Shoemaker, Mertztown R. 1.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, March 18, 1949, page 16. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritsch, Katie I. (nee Christman)

Mrs. Katie I. Fritsch, wife of Austin W. Fritsch, Hamburg R. 2, died Monday night in her home. Born in Weisenberg Township, she was a daughter of the late Peter and Ada Laura (Herber) Christman. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Frieden's Church, Lenhartsville, its missionary society and Sunday school, and the Auxiliary of the Order of Independent Americans, Hamburg. Besides her husband, she is survived by two sons, Ray, Atlanta, Ga., and Glenn, Shoemakersville; two daughters, Christine, a nurse at the United States Naval Hospital, Philadelphia, and Bernice, wife of Arlington Miller, Sinking Springs; seven grandchildren, and four brothers, Robert, Indianapolis, Ind., Herbert, Kutztown R. 1, Calvin, of Macungie, and Willard, of Rockville Centre, N.Y. Funeral services will be held Friday at 1:30 p.m. in the Burkey and Spacht Funeral Home, Hamburg.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, October 17, 1956, page 31. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritsch, Mathias

A heart affection ended in the death of Mathias Fritsch Monday morning at his home near Pilgert's school house, Alburtis R. 1, at the age of 79 years. He was a retired farmer and was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, a son of the late John and Anna Maria Glassmeyer Fritsch. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation of the Longswamp church. Surviving him are his widow, Mary Geist Fritsch, seven children, William and Allen, at home; Mrs. Lewis Killian and Mrs. Daisy Horn, of this city; Milton, of Reading, and Irvin and Mrs. Solon Kerchner, of Topton; three adopted children, Frank and Minnie Geist, at home, and Annie Geist, of this city; a number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren and a sister, Mrs. Lucy Ann Klotz, of Topton. The funeral will be held Thursday afternoon with brief services at his late home at 1.30 o'clock, daylight time, and further services in the Longswamp church, Rev. William S. Bond officiating. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church. Friends may call Wednesday night from 7 to 9 o'clock.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, July 5, 1933, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritsch, Sarah H.

Death claimed one of the oldest residents of this section last evening at 8 o'clock, in the person of Sarah A. Fritsch, widow of Levi Fritsch, Sr., of Longsdale. She was the last of an old family, all of her sisters and brothers living to a ripe old age, she herself being 97 years of age at the time of her death. She was well known in the vicinity and was admired by her many acquaintances for her sunny disposition. She was a devout member of the Reformed congregation of the Mertztown Church. She is survived by three sons, Tilghman L., of Mertztown; Milton L., of Philadelphia, and Levi L., of Longsdale, with whom she had made her home for many years. The funeral will be held on Saturday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock with short services in the Mertztown Church, Rev. M. H. Brensinger officiating. Interment in the cemetery adjoining.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, June 2, 1919, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritz, Carrie M.L. (nee DeLong)

Carrie M. L. Fritz, nee DeLong, wife of Arthur J. Fritz of Pinetree Park, Emmaus R. 1, died yesterday at Allentown hospital where she had been a surgical patient for 11 days. Death came after peritonitis developed after a surgical operation. She was aged 22. Born at Longswamp, Berks county, she was a member of the Longswamp Reformed church and the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John DeLong. Surviving are her husband, Arthur J. Fritz; one daughter, Lillie L., Fritz, at home; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John DeLong; three sisters, Mrs. Howard Zimmerman of Fogelsville; Mrs. Laurence Moyer of Mertztown R. 1; Mrs. Harvey Shankweiler of Allentown; five brothers, George M. DeLong of Mertztown; Alvin DeLong of Fleetwood R. 1; Norman M. and John M. DeLong Jr., both at home; and maternal grandfather, Charles F. Kline of Zions. Funeral service will be held in the Schmoyer funeral home, Breinigsville, on Wednesday, 1:30 p.m., Rev. Ralph Althouse officiating. interment will be made in Solomon's Union cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, January 19, 1941, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritz, Charles W.

Charles W. Fritz, for 29 years a motorman on the lines of the Allentown and Reading Traction Co., died at 5:20 o'clock last evening at his home at 40 S. Maple St., Kutztown, after being ill for the last two years. For three weeks this summer he was a patient in the Allentown hospital. Associated with the traction company that ran trolleys from Allentown to Kutztown and then to Reading, Mr. Fritz has been retired since the trolley cars were abandoned 16 years ago. He was born in Weisenberg township, Lehigh county, the son of the late Frank and Martha, nee Knerr, Fritz. For many years he was a resident of Kutztown. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation of the Trexlertown church and fraternally was affiliated with Macungie lodge, No. 231, I.O.O.F., of Fogelsville. Surviving him are his wife, H. Rebecca, nee Bortz, Fritz; three sons, Edgar W. Fritz, Bethlehem; Ellis B. Fritz, Blandon, and Howard C. Fritz, Catasauqua; three daughters, Mrs. Leon Adams, Kutztown; Mrs. Robert Childress, Columbus, Ohio, and Mrs. Fred Norris of Mertztown R.D.; four grandchildren; one great-grandchild; three brothers, Edwin Fritz of Topton; Albert and Victor Fritz of East Macungie; and one sister, Mrs. Harry Lehr of Allentown. Funeral services will be held Monday at 2 p.m. at this home in Kutztown with burial in Hope Cemetery, Kutztown. Rev. D. C. Kaufman will officiate. Friends may call Sunday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, September 13, 1945, page 24. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritz, David A.

David A. Fritz, 79, formerly of Leesport, died July 30 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient for six days. He was taken there from Spruce Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, West Reading, where he resided since February 2002. He was the husband of Shirley R. (McCarty) Fritz, Kutztown. Born in Leesport, he was a son of the late Clarence and Helen (Prutzman) Fritz. Fritz had been employed for 33 years as a sheet metal worker by Trim-Master Corp., Temple, retiring in 1987. He was also owner-operator of Fritz's RCA television sales and service business in Leesport for 33 years, until 1987. Fritz was a member of Bethany Evangelical Congregational Church, Leesport. He was a Marine Corps veteran of World War II and an Army veteran of the Korean War. Fritz served as borough councilman in Leesport for several years and was past president of the Leesport Playground. He is also survived by three daughters: Louise A. (Fritz) Hoover and April H. (Fritz) Rakowiecki, both of Kutztown; and Marcia M. (Fritz) Dougherty, Allentown. Other survivors include a brother, Terrance, Wernersville. There are also six grandchildren and one great-grandson. Services will be Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Bethany EC Church. Burial will be in Leesport Cemetery. The Burkey & Driscoll Funeral Home, Hamburg, is in charge of arrangements.

Fritz, Edwin B.

Edwin B. Fritz, 67, retired, died unexpectedly in his room at the American hotel, Topton, early Saturday morning after a short illness. He had been under a physician's care for a short time. Born in Upper Macungie township, he was a son of the late Franklin W. and Martha (Knerr) Fritz. Surviving are a step-daughter, Mae, wife of Russell Snyder of Topton, a sister, Ida, wife of Harry Lehr of Allentown, and two brothers, Albert and Victor, both of Macungie R. 1. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 2 p.m. at the DeLong funeral home, Topton, with Rev. William H. Kline of Topton officiating. Burial will be in the Dryville church cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, February 25, 1946, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritz, Elias

In Douglas township, on the 29st ult., Elias Fritz, aged 76 years. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral without further notice, from his late residence, near Iron Stone, on Saturday at 9:30 o'clock. Services in the Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Pottstown. Interment in Pottstown Cemetery.

Fritz, Ellen Alice (nee Heffner)

Ellen Alice (Heffner) Fritz, active in church circles, Topton, died yesterday morning at the Allentown hospital. She was 47 years old. She was born in Longswamp township (Berks), the daughter of Benjamin and Otillia (Bobst) Heffner. She was a member of the Reformed wing of the Maxatawny Zion church, St. Peters Reformed church of Topton, the home department of the Maxatawny Zion Sunday school and the Golden Eagles of Kutztown. Survivors are her husband, Edwin B. Fritz; a daughter, Mrs. Russell Snyder, Topton; a grandchild, two sisters, Mrs. Edwin Neiss, Emaus; Mrs. Lewis Beyerle, Sinking Spring; a brother, John Brey, Allentown. Funeral services will be held at 1.30 p.m. Saturday from her late home, Smith street, Topton. She will be interred in Dryville church cemetery. Rev. Dr. George B. Smith of Kutztown will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, February 25, 1936, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritz, Harry Z.

Fritz, Henry W.

Following a lingering illness, Henry W. Fritz died at his home, 233 Pennsylvania Ave., Kutztown. He was aged 76 years, 5 months and 12 days. Born in Upper Macungie township, he was a son of the late Solomon and Katharine, nee Scheirer, Fritz. He was a member of St. John's Lutheran church, Kutztown, and fraternally was affiliated with Jr. O.U.A.M. No. 1004, Knights of the Golden Eagle, No. 70, Kutztown, and Allentown Camp, No. 6, Sons of Union Veterans, Allentown. Surviving to mourn his loss are his wife, Laura, nee Ream, and the following children: Charles S., Kutztown; George H., Paterson, N.J., Harrison E., Hummelstown; Katie E., wife of Harvey Druckenmiller, Kutztown; Mary L., wife of George Long, at home; Mabel, wife of Carlton Boyer, Shillington; 20 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Agnes McManus, Brooklyn, N.Y. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock from his late home, 233 Pennsylvania Ave., Kutztown, with Rev. J. W. Bittner, Kutztown, officiating. Interment will be made in Fairview cemetery, Kutztown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, December 28, 1936, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritz, James H.

James H. Fritz, 60, of 41 Hart Road, West Brunswick Township, Auburn, died Monday at the Reading Hospital and Medical Center, West Reading, where he was a patient for three weeks. Born in Upper Tulpehocken Township, Berks County, he was a son of Lester P. and Elsie E. Bond Fritz, Mohnton. He was a 1959 graduate of Wilson High School, West Lawn, Berks County, and attended Memphis State University, receiving an associate degree in electrical engineering. He was a Navy veteran of the Vietnam War, serving as a warrant officer. He served in the Navy from 1959 until retiring in 1984. He then worked as an estimator for private companies for government contracts in Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Florida until Nov. 2, 2001. Surviving, in addition to his parents, are his wife, the former Lenore B. Bensinger; a son, James T., Memphis, Tenn.; a daughter, Tracey R. Smith, Bartlett, Tenn.; a brother, Robert P., Kenhorst; two grandsons. Memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday from Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg. Interment will be in St. Thomas Cemetery, Bernville.

Fritz, LeRoy B.

Fritz, Luella Abigail (Kistler)

Luella Abigail, nee Kistler, wife of Charles Fritz, died yesterday at her home near Hancock, Berks county. Born at Albany township, Berks county, a daughter of the late Albert and Emaline (Trexler) Kistler, she resided in that section the greater part of her life, and was held in high esteem by her neighbors and friends. She was a faithful member of Trinity Lutheran church, Topton. Besides her husband, she is survived by one daughter, Marion, at home; one sister, Mrs. Franklin Taylor, Indianapolis, and two brothers, Eugene, at home, and Edward, Kempton. Funeral services will be held at her late home at 2 p.m. Saturday. Further services will be held in Trinity Lutheran church, Topton. Rev. William H. Kline will officiate. Interment will be made at the convenience of the family. Friends are invited to call at the home on Friday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Wednesday, February 16, 1938, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritz, Rowan D.

Funeral services were held for Rowan D. "Pete" Fritz, 66, husband of Ann L. (Corbin) Fritz, of Limerick, formerly of Boyertown, who died June 24 in his home. Born in Colebrookdale, he was a 1955 graduate of Boyertown High School. He owned and operated Pete's Appliance Service in Limerick for 28 years, retiring in 1999. Fritz was a member of the Limerick Chapel. Surviving in addition to his wife of 43 years are two daughters, Julie A. Boley of Lower Pottsgrove and Jennie S. Fritz of Limerick; a son, Brian T. Fritz of Pottstown; a sister, Joanne Keen of Boyertown; and four grandchildren. Contributions may be made to the Limerick Chapel Christian Academy at 378 West Ridge Pike, Limerick, PA 19468. The arrangements were handled by the Cattermole-Klotzbach Funeral Home, Royersford.

Fritz, Samuel

Fritz -- In Pottsgrove tp., Montgomery county, at the residence of his father, Daniel Fritz, Samuel Fritz, aged 35 years. Interment at Aulenbach's Cemetery, Reading.

Fritz, Susan M. (nee Lichtenwalter)

Death yesterday claimed Susan M. Fritz, 87, Topton, widow of William K. Fritz, at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Clement Titlow, 312 N. Main St., Topton. She was the daughter of the late James and Mary (Schmoyer) Lichtenwalter and was born in Upper Macungie township. She was a member of Topton Trinity Lutheran church. Surviving are three children, Mrs. Nicholas Haas, Reading; Mrs. Clement Titlow, Topton; Charles Fritz, Mertztown R. 1; four grand and two great-grandchildren, and one sister, Mrs. Emma Leibold, Reading. Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at 1:30 in the DeLong funeral home, 107 S. Home St., Topton, with Rev. William H. Kline officiating. Interment will follow in the Topton Union cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, January 8, 1944, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritzinger, Bertha M. (nee Schmick)

Mrs. Bertha M. (Schmick) Fritzinger, 85, died yesterday at the home of her son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. George P. Fritzinger of Mertztown R. 1. She had resided in Maxatawny for many years before moving in with her son five weeks ago. Born in South Whitehall Township, Lehigh County, she was a daughter of the late Henry and Henrietta (Schneck) Schmick. She was a member of Ziegels United Church of Christ, Breinigsville R. 1. Her husband, Edwin F. Fritzinger, preceded her in death. Surviving with her son George are two grandsons and eight great-grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday in the schmoyer Funeral Home, Breinigsville. Viewing will be from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, April 27, 1964, page 21. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritzinger, Bertha M. (nee Schmick)

Among the survivors of Mrs. Bertha M. Fritzinger of Mertztown R. 1, who died Sunday at her home, is a sister, Mrs. Alameta H. Acker of Shoemakersville.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, April 28, 1964, page 18. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritzinger, Edwin F.

Edwin F. Fritzinger, 82, of Maxatawny, died Monday in his home after a five-day illness. Born in Weisenberg Township, he was a son of the late Phaon and Angelina (Weiss) Fritzinger. He was a lifelong farmer. Fritzinger was a member of the United Church of Christ wing of Ziegel's Union Church and the home department of its Sunday school. Surviving are his wife, the former Bertha M. Schmick; a son, George P., Mertztown R. 1; two grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Schmoyer Funeral Home, Breinigsville.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, March 19, 1958, page 24. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritzinger, Katie E. (nee Dietrich)

Katie E. Fritzinger, 64, died Friday at her home at Blandon, Berks county. Wife of Alvin D. Fritzinger, she was born in Greenwich township, Berks county, daughter of the late David and Catherine, nee Zigler, Dietrich. She was a member of St. John's Reformed church of Fogelsville and the Ladies Auxiliary of the Blandon and Berks county Fire companies. Besides her husband, she is survived by a son, Joseph, two grandchildren, Bernice and Bruce of Blandon, four brothers, John of Breinigsville, George of Maxatawny, Harvey of Shamrock, and Mahlon of Mertztown.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, January 9, 1949, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fritzinger, Martha M.R. (nee Kline)

Martha Mildred Riegner Fritzinger, 86, Lewes, Del., formerly of Birdsboro, died June 28 in the Beebe Medical Center, Lewes. She was the wife of Allen M. Fritzinger. Her first husband, Rodney R. Riegner, died in October 1981. Born in Birdsboro, she was a daughter of the late Roland and Pearl (Derr) Kline. Fritzinger was employed as a waitress by Fegely's Restaurant, Exeter Township, and Reading Motor Inn, Wyomissing, and was last employed by the Sheraton Reading Hotel, retiring in 1978. She was a member of the Alice Focht Memorial United Methodist Church, Birdsboro. Fritzinger was a 1936 graduate of Birdsboro High School. She is also survived by a son, Richard R. Riegner, Stowe. Other survivors include a sister, Kathryn (Kline) Reynolds, Birdsboro. Services will be Saturday at 10:30 a.m. in the Dengler Funeral Home Inc., Birdsboro. Burial will be in Birdsboro Cemetery, Union Township.

Fromm, Henry S.

In France, on Oct 15 1918 Henry S., son of Jacob and Isabelle Fromm (nee Wagner), aged 29 years, 1 month and 25 days. Relatives and friends, also I.O.O.F. No 660, of Sinking Springs, are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from the residence of his mother, at Sinking Spring, on Wednesday at 2 p.m. Services at St John's Reformed Church. Interment in Sinking Spring Cemetery.

Fronheiser, Alfred W.

Alfred W. Fronheiser, of Barto R. D., died suddenly yesterday morning while picking apples at the Rolland Johnson orchards, Hereford. He was aged 69 years, 11 months and 28 days. He had been under a doctor's care for some time, and death was attributed to a heart attack. He was a son of the late George and Sophia, nee Weller, Fronheiser, being born in Berks county, and was a member of Huffs Lutheran church, Huffs church, Pa. Mr. Fronheiser, who was a farmer, is survived by his wife, Susan E., nee Leeser, Fronheiser; three daughters, Mrs. Arthur Clemmer of Bechtelsville, and Mrs. Jay Bergey and Ruth Fronheiser, both at home; two sisters, Mrs. Henry Derr of Huffs church and Mrs. Henry Kemp of landis Store, and five grandchildren. Brief services will be held Saturday at 3 p.m. in his late home along the macadam road between Clayton and Huffs church, with continued services in Huffs Lutheran church at 3:30 p.m., and interment in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. W. F. Bond will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, September 23, 1942, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fronheiser, Amelia Louise (nee Rohrbach)

Amelia Louise Fronheiser (Rohrbach), widow of John Fronheiser, died at the home of her son, Zephaniah Fronheiser, Weiss street, Topton, on Wednesday morning at the age of 89 years and 24 days. One week ago she fell down a flight of stairs, from the effects of which, and general debility, she died. She is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Henry Heydt, of Glasgow, Montgomery county, and one son, Zephaniah Fronheiser, the former from her first marriage with Frederick Hess and the latter from her last marriage. One sister, Sarah, of Reading, also survives. The funeral will be held on Monday at 9.30 a.m. from the home of her son. Short services at the house, followed by further services in Hill church and interment in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Henry W. Warmkessel, of Reading, will officiate. undertaker Irwin D. DeLong, of Topton, has charge.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, January 9, 1926, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fronheiser, Cora L.

The funeral of Cora L., daughter of Jacob Fronheiser and his late wife Maria E. (nee Hilbert), of Topton, was held on Tuesday afternoon in the cemetery at the New Jerusalem church in Rockland. She was born in Rockland, January 1, 1887, and baptized on January 15 by Rev. D. K. Humbert. She was confirmed at New Jerusalem by Rev. W. F. Bond, April 15, 1905. She suffered for some years from a complication of ailments and passed away on Thursday, March 1, aged 36 years and 2 months. There survive her father, her step-mother, one sister, Elda, wife of Grey Hugstadt, residing near Kohler's Cave; and three brothers, Herbert, Bechtelsville; Raymond, Fleetwood, and Warren Paul, at home. J. J. Schofer and Son, of Topton, were in charge.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Friday, March 9, 1923, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fronheiser, Cora L.

Cora L., daughter of Jacob A. and the late Maria (Hilbert) Fronheiser, by a former marriage, died of complications at her parent's home at Topton, aged 36 years and 2 months. Besides her father, there survive a step-mother, a step-brother, a sister, Mrs. Grey Angstadt, Crystal Cave, and two brothers, Herbert, Bechtelsville, and Raymond, Fleetwood. The deceased was a member of the Lutheran congregation of New Jerusalem.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, March 4, 1923, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fronheiser, Elmira E. (nee Lohrman)

Mrs. Elmira E. (Lohrman) Fronheiser, 76, 352 W. Main St., Kutztown, wife of the late Jacob A. Fronheiser, died shortly before midnight Saturday in Allentown Hospital. She was born in Lehigh County, a daughter of the late Eugene and Emma (Bortz) Lohrman. Mrs. Fronheiser was a member of St. John's Reformed Church, Kutztown. Survivors include four children, Helen S., wife of John Bortz, Kutztown; Clayton H., New Tripoli R. 1; George E., Allentown, and Warren P., at home; three step-children, Elda, wife of Grey Anstadt, Kutztown R. 3; Ray, Topton, and Herbert, Bechtelsville; one sister, Mrs. Meda Ziegler, Bethlehem, and 20 grandchildren. Also surviving are 11 great-grandchildren.

[Source: The Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Monday, January 25, 1954, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fronheiser, Franklin M.

On the 19th, Franklin M., husband of the late Mary Ann (nee Reitnaur), Fronheiser, aged 84 years. Services from the residence, Boyertown R.D.1, on Monday at 2 p.m. Interment in Hill Church Cemetery. Friends may call Sunday evening, 7 to 9.

Fronheiser, Harvey

Fronheiser, Helen

Services were held for Helen G. (Weller) Fronheiser, 95, of Oak Street, Gilbertsville who died January 13 in Pottstown Memorial Medical Center. She was the widow of Harvey Y. Fronheiser. Born in Bechtelsville, she worked for 10 years for the Superior Underwear Mill in Bechtelsville, and previously worked for the Koons Cigar Box Factory in Boyertown. She was a member of Falkner Swamp United Church of Christ in New Hanover. Surviving are three sons, Laverne R. Fronheiser of New Berlinville, Kenneth C. Fronheiser of Pike and Grace K. Fronheiser of Bechtelsville; a daughter, Fern V. Imbody of Gilbertsville. Also 17 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; and 22 great-great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by six brothers; two sisters, one stepsister and one grandson. Contributions may be made to Falkner Swamp United Church of Christ, 2077 Swamp Pike, Gilbertsville, PA 19525. Burial was in Hill Church Cemetery, Pike Township. The Catagnus Funeral Home, Boyertown, handled the arrangements.

Fronheiser, Jacob A.

Jacob A. Fronheiser, former proprietor of hotels at New Jerusalem, Longswamp and Topton, died at 6.20 o'clock last night at his home at 24 Washington street, Topton, from a complication of ailments. He was in his 69th year. Mr. Fronheiser was a son of the late George and Elizabeth Angstadt Fronheiser and was born in Pike township, Berks county. For many years he was a creamery worker in various part of his native county. He then engaged in the hotel business and successfully conducted the places at New Jerusalem, Longswamp and at Topton. Of late years, he was employed by the DeLong Furniture company at Topton. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation of the New Jerusalem church and of the Sunday school of the Ziegel church. He was a member of many fraternal organizations, including the Fraternal Order of Eagles, of Kutztown; Suyeto Tribe No. 477, I.O.R.M., of Oley; Lyons Lodge No. 634, I.O.O.F.; Landisville Council No. 1007, O. of I. A., of Landis Store; Topton Chamber No. 83, O.K. of F., and the Topton Grange. He was twice married, his first wife, Maria, nee Hilbert, preceding him in death of seventeen years. His second wife, Elmira, nee Lohrman, survives him, as do three sons, Warren, at home, and Herbert and Raymond H., of Bechtelsville; a daughter, Mrs. E. Grey Angstadt, of Kutztown R. 3; seven grandchildren, one great-grandchild; two step-sisters, Mrs. Henry Kemp, of Landis Store, and Mrs. Henry Derr and a step-brother, Alvin Fronheiser, of Barto R.D. Arrangements for the funeral have not yet been completed.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, December 1, 1931, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fronheiser, Mary Susanna (nee Rauch)

Mary Susanna, nee Rauch, wife of Zephaniah Fronheiser, Weiss street, Topton, died yesterday morning at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Bittenbender, 719 Chestnut street, Emaus, following an illness of nineteen weeks with complications. She was aged 60 years and 29 days. Mrs. Fronheiser was a daughter of David B. Rauch and his wife, Eliza N., nee Moll, and was born in Hereford, Berks county. She was a member of the Reformed parish of Huffs church and of the Ladies' Bible class of Trinity Lutheran church, Topton. There survive her husband and the following children: John D. and William F., Reading; Mrs. Edwin Bittenbender and James H., Emaus; Mrs. Harvey Moyer, New Berlinsville; Mrs. Earl Walbert, Topton; Verna, at home. There are six grandchildren and a brother, James N. Rauch, Washington, D.C., and a sister, Mrs. Frank Derr, Huffs church. The funeral will be held Friday afternoon from her late home, Topton, at 1.30 o'clock with services in Huffs church and interment in the Rauch-Hertzog cemetery, Huffs church. The Rev. James N. Blatt, Old Zionsville, will officiate. The body may be viewed at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Edwin Bittenbender, Emaus, Thursday evening from 7 to 9 o'clock.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, April 14, 1930, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fronheiser, Nathan J.

A 61-year-old Allentown man was killed yesterday morning when he was struck by a limb of a falling tree. The victim, Nathan J. Fronheiser, 532 Greenleaf St., apparently stumbled and fell while trying to escape from the path of the tree, police said. The accident happened at 11:49 a.m. on Adams Island, a small island in the Lehigh River at the foot of E. Liberty street. Several residents of the island were cutting down an old, rotten tree with axes shortly before the accident. One of them, William E. Lewis, 1040 N. 20th St., Allentown, said he stopped Fronheiser from assisting because he had had several heart attacks in the last few years. Fronheiser walked away and the others continued cutting until the tree was nearly ready to fall. Then they tied a rope to it and five of them tugged until it started to totter. Fronheiser's wife, Mrs. Mabel M. (Geist) Fronheiser, was one of those pulling on the Rope, Lewis said. But her husband was nowhere in sight when the tree started down, he said. The body was found near the top branches of the fallen tree, Lewis said. Neighbors did not know whether he was struck by part of the tree or stumbled and hit his head on the ground while trying to get out of the way. Death was caused by a fractured skull, cerebral concussion and hemorrhage, according to Dr. George E. Moerkirk, Lehigh County deputy coroner. Fronheiser owned one of the 28 bungalows on the island. The tree was outside his property line, but leaning toward his bungalow, Lewis said. Born near Landis Store, Berks County, he was a son of the late Samuel and Amanda (Mest) Fronheiser. He worked as a knitter the last 20 years at Walco Knitting Mill in Allentown. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation of st. Paul's Church, Trexlertown. Surviving with his wife is a daughter, Catherine M., at home. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Stephens Funeral Home, 1335-1337 Linden St., Allentown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, September 24, 1956, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fronheiser, Zephaniah R.

Leaving his home unseen sometime early yesterday morning, Zephaniah R. Fronheiser, of Weiss street, Topton, stole away to a small quarry about a block south of the house and committed suicide by shooting himself in the head with a shotgun. He would have been 69 years old on May 13. At 7 o'clock his body was found by Oscar Diener and his son who went to the vicinity of the mine hole located on their property to cut brush, preparatory to cultivating the field. They noticed Fronheiser slumped over a stump at the bottom of the shallow pit and upon closer investigation found him dead. Dr. C. F. Smith, of Topton, deputy coroner of Berks county, was notified and he conducted an investigation and issued a certificate of death by suicide and gave permission to Undertaker Irvin DeLong to remove the body to his establishment. Mr. Fronheiser was a son of the late John and Amelia Rohrbach Fronheiser and was born in Washington township, Berks county. For some years he conducted farms in Berks county and of late years was employed as a laborer. His wife, Mary M., nee Rauch, died about two years ago. Surviving him are four daughters, three sons and seven grandchildren. Private funeral services will be held Saturday morning at 9.30 o'clock, daylight time, at the residence of a son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Earl A. Walbert, Weiss street, Topton, Rev. William F. Bond officiating. Interment will be made in the Rauch-Hertzog cemetery at Huff's church. Friends may call Friday night from 7 to 9 o'clock.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, May 5, 1932, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fry, Mrs. Albert

Mrs. Albert Fry, of Hereford tsp., Berks county, died suddenly on Sunday after a few days of illness from the effects of a boil on her cheek which made its appearance only a few days previous. Death was due to blood poisoning. She was a young woman, 21 years of age, and left three small children, the youngest two months old.

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

Fry, Amanda

FRY, Mrs. Amanda was called to her heavenly home on the evening of December 1, 1944. She had spent a period of 79 years, 7 months, and 17 days upon this earth. Sister Fry was the daughter of the late Cornelius and Mary Ann Firing. She was born in Oley Township, Berks County, on April 14, 1865. God has blessed the deceased with five children, twenty-five grandchildren, and 26 great-grandchildren. The following brothers and sisters are living: Effenger Firing of Royersford, William Firing of Pottstown, and Mary Sommons of Norristown. __G. Robert Booth

[Source: The United Evangelical (Myerstown, PA), vol. XXI, no. 2, January 9, 1945, p. 13. Submitted by: Lynn.]

Fry, Anna B. (nee Boyer)

Anna B., widow of Jeremiah L. Fry, died of dropsy and old age, at 6.20 p.m. Friday at her home in Orwigsburg, aged 84 years, after an illness of five months. She was bedfast three months. Deceased was a daughter of Samuel and Elizabeth Boyer (nee Eckel) and was born in Earl, Berks county. She had been living in Orwigsburg, prior to which time she resided in Lawrenceville, Chester county, Lebanon county, and for many years in Reading. She was a prominent member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church of Orwigsburg and the Ladies' Aid Society connected with the congregation. She is survived by three children: Isaac B. and Aaron B. Fry, of Allentown, and Lizzie, at home; also a sister, Mrs. Amos Melot, of Fleetwood. Mr. Fry died four years ago.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, June 7, 1904, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fry, Aradus, and Sylvester Fegely

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.]

Fry, Clyde I.

Services were held for the Rev. Clyde I. Fry, 73, of Lititz, Lancaster County, formerly of Boyertown, husband of June E. (Homan) Fry, who died March 23 at his residence. Born in Gibraltar, he graduated from the former Birdsboro High School in 1946, from Muhlenberg College, Allentown, in 1950, and from Lutheran Theological Seminary, Philadelphia, in 1953. He received an honorary doctor of divinity from Muhlenberg College in 1989. Rev. Fry worked as a Lutheran pastor for 50 years. After being ordained in 1953, he served the following congregations: Bethany Lutheran Church, Stony Creek Mills, Berks County, from 1953 to 1964; and St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Boyertown, from 1964 to 1991. He retired in 1991 and was named pastor emeritus of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Boyertown. During retirement, he served as interim pastor of Hill Lutheran Church, Cleona, Lebanon County, from 1992 to 2001; and as a chaplain for St. John Herr Estate, Columbia, Pa., from April 2002 until the time of his death. He was a member of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Boyertown, and was an associate member of Hill Lutheran Church, Cleona. In addition to his wife of 49 years, he is survived by three daughters, Jill M. Farina, Womelsdorf; Joy L., wife of Michael D. Kline, Bernville; Joan E., wife of Dr. Charles R. Inners, Mechanicsberg. Also three grandsons and one granddaughter. He was predeceased by a sister, Ruth J. Fehr. Contributions may be made to St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 45 N. Reading Ave., Boyertown, PA 19512; to Hill Lutheran Church, 988 N. Mill St., Lebanon, PA 17046; or to St. John Herr Estate, 200 Luther Lane, Columbia, PA 17512. Burial was in St. John's Cemetery, Gibraltar. The arrangements were handled by the Linwood W. Ott Funeral Home, Boyertown.

Fry, Daniel

That dread disease, diphtheria, is still at work in Longswamp tsp., and one day last week took as one of its victims a young man named Daniel Fry, aged 16 years,11 months and 20 days. His remains were interred at the Ziegel Church, in Weisenburg, on Wednesday last, Rev. Dr. Helfrich, of Fogelsville, preaching an impressive sermon on the occasion.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, April 28, 1880, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fry, Donald Elwood

Services were held for Donald Elwood Fry, 78, of West First Street, Birdsboro, who died June 24 in Reading Hospital and Medical Center. He was the husband of Julie Ann (Gage) Fry. Born in Birdsboro, he was a chief petty officer in the Navy for 20 years before retiring in 1961 and a veteran of World War II. After he left the military, Fry worked in inventory control at General Electric in King of Prussia. He was last employed as a bartender at the Birdsboro Sportsman's Club. He was a member of Friendship Fire Co. No. 1 of Birdsboro and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 411 of Birdsboro. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Donald E. Fry Jr. of Reading; two daughters, Rebecca A. Quesenberry of Willis, Va., and Mandy J. Fry of Boyertown. Also two sisters; six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Contributions may be made to the Humane Society of Berks County, 1801 N. 11th St., Reading, PA 19604. Burial was in Birdsboro Cemetery in Union. The Dengler Funeral Home, Birdsboro, handled the arrangements.

Fry, Mrs. George

Mrs. George Fry died Tuesday morning at the home of her nephew Henry G. Schuler. Death was due to old age, she being in her 80th year. She is survived by the following children: Mrs. Peter Schuler, of Crossing; Miss Amanda Fry, of this place; Mrs. Solomon Schuler, of Coplay; Mrs. Ephraim Acker, of Gilbertsville; Adam Frey, of Hazelton, and Albert Frey, of Clayton.

[Source: Hereford news, Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, May 14, 1908, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fry, Hannah

Reading's oldest colored resident, Mrs. Hannah Fry, known as "Auntie" Fry, died on Thursday, aged 96 years. She was born in Delaware of slave parents. Her father, Emanuel Little, was a sailor and was drowned at sea. Her mother was owned by a retired planter, who set her free upon his death. When a mere child, Mrs. Fry was bound out to George Ege, of Womelsdorf, with whom she resided until she was 22 years of age. Her mother and a son and a daughter left for Liberia when she was but 10 years of age and nothing was heard from them afterwards. Since 1816 she lived at Reading.

[Source: The Lehigh Register, Allentown, PA, Wednesday, April 9, 1890, page 3]. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fry, Hannah

Birdsboro. Feb 14 - Hannah, widow of Peter Fry, died at the residence of her niece, Mrs. Charles Painter, Mill st., on Sunday night. Deceased was ill for nearly a year with the weakness incident to old age and passed away peacefully. She was 93 years of age and up to the time of her last illness, had been remarkably free from any ailment during her long life. She was beloved by all who knew her and her many friends greatly enjoyed her companionship and she passed many an hour in reciting the very experiences of her early days. Her children who survive are: Heber, of Joanna; John of Beckersville; Jacob of Birdsboro; Mrs. Robert Westley, of Joanna; Mrs. Charlotte Buckwalter, of Reading. Her funeral will be held from the residence of Charles Painter, Mill St, Thursday morning, Feb 17, at 9:30.to proceed by carriages to the Plow church where services will be conducted by Rev. Z H Gable. The arrangements will be in charge of Director A E Mauger.

[NOTE: She was nee SEIBERT(Seivard), dau of Jacob and Catharine (Wolf) Seibert - see OBIT of her sister Mary SEIVARD]

[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, February 14, 1898, p. 6. Submitted by: Submitted by Diana.]

Fry, John

John Fry, well known in sporting circles, died at Reading Tuesday night, of grippe, aged 38 years. He was one of the finest swimmers in the State and often engaged in swimming contests. On one occasion he accomplished the remarkable feat of eating two eggs, two boas and drinking a bottle of pear cider under water, being timed by a watch which showed he had been under water three minutes and 18 seconds. He could dip his head into a bucket of water, up to his neck, and hold it in that position until 180 was counted.

[Source: The Lehigh Register, Allentown, PA, Wednesday, February 17, 1892, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fry, Mahlon

Fry -- In Alsace, January 19th, Mahlon, son of Henry and Hannah Fry, aged 2 years, and 5 months.

Fry, Margaret

In Longswamp, Berks Co., on the 24th ult., of apoplexy, Margaret Fry, aged 84 years, 1 month and 12 days.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, April 8, 1863, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fry, Nathan Augustus

Nathan Augustus Fry, a native of Longswamp, died yesterday afternoon at 2.15 following an illness of dropsy. Mr. Fry resided with Howard Geisenger, of Longswamp, since the death of his wife three years ago. Mr. Fry is the last of his family and there are no known survivors living. He was aged 74 years, 10 months and 15 days. The funeral arrangements have not been made.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, September 3, 1921, page 14. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fryer, Ambrose M.

Ambrose M. Fryer, husband of the late Elmira (Seibert) Fryer, died Sunday morning at the home of his granddaughter and her husband, Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Kline, Zionsville R. 1, after an illness of several months. He was 91. Born in Hereford Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Amos and Mary Ann (Master) Fryer. He was a member of Zionsville Lutheran Church, Old Zionsville. He is survived by one sister, Mrs. Emma Heil, Zionsville R. 1, and his granddaughter. Services will be held Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. at the Hoffman Funeral Home, 221 Main St., East Greenville.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, October 11, 1954, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fryer, Mrs. John

Mrs. John Fryer, of Virginsville, Berks county, was on Monday found lying dead on the floor of her kitchen, having been overcome with heart disease. She was 35 years of age. The funeral will take place on Friday next at the Swamp Church, in Montgomery county, near which place she was raised.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, February 17, 1897, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Fryer, Paul H.

Services were held for Paul H. Fryer, 78, husband of Claire M. (Keyser) Fryer, of East Third Street, Boyertown, who died February 10 in Pottstown Memorial Medical Center, where he had been a patient. Born in Englesville, he was a graduate of Boyertown High School. He was a founder and supervisor at the former Ajax Products in Boyertown, where he retired from in 1986 after 40 years. Fryer last worked as a consultant for Premier Applied Coatings. He was a Marine Corps veteran of World War II. Fryer was a member of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Boyertown. He was a life member of the Friendship Hook and Ladder Fire Co. and a member of the Orioles Nest 22, both in Boyertown. Surviving in addition to his wife of 56 years are a son, Michael P. Fryer of Boyertown; two daughters, Claire M. Kern of Schnecksville and Lori L. Kelsch of Boyertown; a brother; two sisters and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a daughter; a brother and two sisters. Contributions may be made to St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Memorial Fund, 45 N. Reading Ave., Boyertown, PA 19512. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery, Boyertown.

Frymoyer Sr., Jeffrey

Among the local survivors of Jeffrey L. Frymoyer Sr., Reading, who died of natural causes Jan. 19 in Wyomissing Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Reading, where he had been a resident since November, is a son Jeffrey L. Frymoyer Jr., Blandon.

Frymoyer Sr., Jeffrey L.

Among the local survivors of Jeffrey L. Frymoyer Sr., 50, Reading, who died of natural causes Jan. 19 in the Wyomissing Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, where he had resided since November, is a brother, Bruce W. Frymoyer, Shartlesville.

Fugate, Jacob I.

Services were held in the Leibensperger Funeral Home, Hamburg, for Jacob I. Fugate, 2, of Hawk Ridge Drive, Hamburg, who died March 19 in Reading Hospital. The toddler choked while eating French toast shortly after 11 a.m. at Sonshine Nursery School, Hamburg. Ambulance personnel dislodged the food on the way to the hospital, but were unable to resuscitate the child. Burial was in Zion's Cemetery, Perry Township. Born in Baltimore, he was a son of Christina K. DellaPenna, with whom he resided. Also surviving are his maternal grandparents, James R. and Marge A. (Clark) Joyce, Hamburg, and his maternal great-grandmothers, Edwina M. (Baronowski) Clark, Hamburg, and Rita V. Padgett, Baltimore. Other survivors include his stepfather, Derick S. Miller, Hamburg.

Fullmer, Carrie I. (nee Kohler)

Mrs. Carrie I. (Kohler) Fullmer, of 2509 Province Colon Park, Wyomissing, died yesterday in Reading Hospital. She was 71. Born in Fullerton, she was a daughter of the late Willoughby and Elemina (Moyer) Kohler. She was the widow of John L. Fullmer. She had been a resident of Allentown prior to moving to Wyomissing about four and a half years ago. She was a member of Grace United Church of Christ, Allentown. Surviving are a daughter, Lois e., wife of Clair T. Metzger, with whom she resided; three brothers, Ralph Kohler and Russell Kohler, both of Allentown; and earl W. Kohler, of Emmaus; two sisters, Mabel, wife of Warren Young, and Ruth, wife of Russel Reinbold, both of Allentown; and two grandchildren. services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday in the Stephens Funeral Home, 1335-37 Linden St., Allentown. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. tomorrow.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, August 17, 1965, page 24. Submitted by Jerri.]

Funk, Catherine R.

Catherine "Kitty" R. Funk, 75, of 520 S. 14th St., Reading, died Monday in Wyomissing Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Reading, where she lived for two months. Born in Saint Clair, she was a daughter of the late Luke A. and Catherine McCool Nolan. She was a member of St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, Reading area. Her husband, Orville L., died in 1986. Surviving are a son, John T., Reading; three daughters, Rita M. Fisher, Muhlenberg Township, Cathleen M. Lemon, Reading, and Dawn Coldren, Blandon; a brother, Vincent Nolan, Lansdale; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated this morning in the chapel of Gethsemane Cemetery, Laureldale. Interment was in Gethsemane Cemetery. Whelan, Fleischman & Schwartz Funeral Home, Exeter Township, Berks County, was in charge of arrangements.

Funk, Clarence

The funeral of Clarence, the 13-year-old son of Daniel B. Funk, who died of pneumonia and grip at New Jerusalem, took place on Saturday.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, April 21, 1908, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Funk, Frederick C.

Frederick C. Funk of Longswamp, Mertztown R. 1, died at 12:45 p.m. Monday in the Allentown hospital. He suffered a stroke on Friday night while on his rounds as a night watchman at the Long Valley Rug Co., Mertztown. He was discovered unconscious at 6 a.m. Saturday and was taken to the hospital. Born in Lower Macungie township, he was the son of the late Peter and Jane, nee Heist, Funk. Mr. Funk was a member of the Reformed wing of the Longswamp church. His wife, Elsie M., nee Seip, Funk, died three years ago. Survivors are: one son, Clarence N., Longswamp; one daughter, Mrs. Nelson Kerschner, Longswamp; three grandchildren; one brother, Samuel, Alburtis; four sisters, Mrs. Maurice Brinker, Wescosville R.1; Mrs. Eva Bear, Macungie; Mrs. Henry Rehrig, Alburtis; and Mrs. Clarence Shade, Breinigsville R.D.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, April 4, 1950, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Funk, George A.

George A. Funk, of Henningsville, Berks county, a World War veteran and an employee at the Topton foundry, died at 2 p.m. Monday at the Allentown hospital where he was admitted Monday. He was 46. Mr. Funk was born in Rockland township, Berks county, a son of the late George and Lucy Ann (Boyer) Funk. He served in the medical department in the A.E.F. in France. Surviving are his wife, Sadie, nee Fox; seven children, Grace, Ruth, Betty, Clarence, Ray, Donald and Nolan, all at home; a brother, Freeman Funk of Reading, and a sister, Mrs. Elmer Bechtel, Macungie. Private funeral services will be held Monday 1:30 pm. at the home in Henningsville with Rev. William H. Kline officiating. Interment in Huffs church cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, February 5, 1942, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Funk, George E.

George E. Funk, for many years proprietor of a general store at Henningsville and a respected resident of that community, died on Monday night at 11.45 o'clock at the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer H. Bechtel, Macungie, from complications, aged 72 years, 4 months and 9 days. He was taken ill two weeks ago and at that time was removed to the home of his daughter. Born in Berks county, a son of the late Samuel and Lucy, nee Boyer, Funk, he lived his entire life in the vicinity in which he was born. He was a carpenter by trade and also conducted a store. His wife preceded him in death twenty-four years ago. There survive the following children: Harry, Greshville; George, Mrs. Bechtel, Macungie, and Mrs. Jacob Watson and Fremont, Reading. One brother, Calvin, New Jerusalem; nineteen grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, also survive. The funeral will be held from the home of his daughter, Mrs. Bechtel, Macungie, on Saturday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock. Continued services will be held in Mertz church, Dryville, of which he was a member. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, March 28, 1928, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Funk, Herman P.

Herman P. Funk, 36, employe of the Caloric Stove Co., Topton, was found dead at 10:05 p.m. Wednesday in the second floor of his home in Mertztown. Dr. Warren Trexler, Topton, deputy coroner of Berks county, issued a certificate of death due to a self-inflicted gunshot wound of the right temple. Born in Longswamp township, Berks county, he was a son of Fred Funk and the late Mrs. Elsie (Seip) Funk. He was a member of the Reformed congregation of Longswamp church and an associate member of Ray Master post, American Legion, Topton. Besides his father, he is survived by his wife, the former Sarah Reinert, two daughters, Joyce S. and Mae J., both at home, a brother, Clarence N., Longswamp, and sister, Mrs. Nelson Kerschner, Mertztown R.D.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 30, 1949, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Funk, J.H.

J.H. Funk, Aged Organist, Dies. Former State Pomologist Expires At Age of 83 Years 'Suffered From Anemia For Past Three Weeks. Retired Year Ago.

Recognized As Authority on Fruit Growing ' Orchards Finest in State ' Practiced Medicine For Short Time Receiving Degree at U. of P.

Dr. John H. Funk, well-known fruit raiser and former State Pomologist, died at 4:00 o'clock yesterday morning at his home, 115 West Philadelphia Avenue, this borough, at the age of 83 years and 22 days. He was suffering with anemia and was confined to his home for the past three weeks. He lived as a retired citizen of this borough for the past year, but to the end retained his interest in fruit culture, to which he devoted a lifetime of effort. He studied continuously, read extensively and contributed much to the horticultural field.

Dr. Funk was a son of the late David W. and Elizabeth (Highley) Funk and was the last of his family. He was born in Montgomery County, Lower Providence township, March 7, 1844. He was educated in the common schools, later in the Freeland Seminary, now Ursinus College, and in the spring of 1855 was graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with the degree of M. D. He then practiced for a short time in Boyertown, when he embarked in the drug business, starting the first drug store in Boyertown, and this he conducted in conjunction with his practice.

Later he extended his operations and became a merchant, although all this time he possessed a love for horticulture, and every spare moment was spent in studying the science of fruit growing. He became an authority on this subject. In 1878 he started in the orchard business, and in 1896 and 1897 set out extensive orchards northwest of the city limits. In the Spring of 1902 he planted a peach orchard of six acres containing 1053 trees, and within 2 ' years the yield was one basket to each tree. One year more and the orchard yielded 3,200 baskets. His orchards were recognized as the finest in the entire State.

On account of his intimate knowledge of horticulture the State of Pennsylvania secured him to write bulletin No. 152, entitled 'Fruits of Pennsylvania,' in October, 1907. The first edition of 15,000 was exhausted before the expiration of one year. Some idea of the immense amount of work in preparation of the bulletin entailed can be gathered from the fact that it contained 392 pages. Dr. Funk was one of the principal lecturers at Farmers' Insitutes conducted under the auspices of the Department of Agriculture. He traveled all over the State on his lecturing tours and spoke in Maryland, Delaward, and other States.

He was appointed State pomologist by Governor Samuel W. Pennypacker and through this office was made a member of the State Board of Agriculture. The home of Dr. Funk had been his residence since the year 1861. He first studied medicine under Dr. John Todd in the house he now owns. Dr. Funk served his town as chief burgess, councilman, school director for many years. He also was active in church work, was a member of all the church councils, served on the building committee as chairman, of the Good Shepherd Reformed Church, built in 1874 in Boyertown.

As a member of the most honored of all professions, as a private citizen and as a learned savant, Dr. Funk fulfilled every demand made upon him, and made the lives about him better and broader for his acquaintance.

Funeral Saturday, April 2, at 1 p.m. from the home. Services at the house. Rev. George G. Greenawald, pastor of the Good Shepherd Reformed Church, officiating. Interment in Fairview Cemetery.

Funk, James B. and Samuel B. Latshaw

Two prominent residents of eastern Berks county, friends for more than half a century, died less than twelve hours apart. Samuel B. Latshaw died Monday morning at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Mary A. Bechtel, Bally, and James B. Funk died Sunday evening at his home in Clayton, near Bally. Neither was told of the illness of the other. Mr. Funk died of paralysis, aged 84 years, and Mr. Latshaw had been bedfast for fourteen weeks with ureamic poisoning. He was 83 years, 3 months and 12 days of age. Both Mr. Funk and Mr. Latshaw were retired millers, having engaged in the business in 1873 with mills about four miles apart, the Latshaw mill near Barto and the Funk mill in Clayton. The two men had much in common and spent considerable time together. Both were members of the Hereford Mennonite church, Bally. On Sunday, October 7, Mr. Latshaw missed his first communion service in half a century and on that day Mr. Funk also was unable to attend communion for the first time in an equal period. The two aged friends always sat together during the church services and always lent their staunch support to community and church projects. Mr. Funk was one of the two organizers of the first Christian Endeavor society in rural Berks county and was active in the affairs of the local organization which was founded in 1887. He was a deacon in the Hereford Mennonite church for forty-four years and four years ago was made deacon emeritus. Mr. Latshaw was a leader in the Sunday school and directed the singing. Since retiring from business a number of years ago, he had been living with his daughter, Mrs. Mary Bechtel, Bally. He was second vice president of the First National Bank of Bally since its organization in 1909 and was reelected a week ago. There survive Mr. Funk the following children: Ambrose, Tendlecon, Oregon; Horace, Augusta, Georgia; Warren, Washington, D.C.; Oswin and Cora, both of Palm. One step-brother, Milton Johnson, New Berlinville, also survives. Mr. Latshaw is survived by two daughters, Mary A., widow of Irvin H. Bechtel, and Amy, wife of Dr. Oswin W. Berkey, both of Bally. While a double funeral has not been planned for the two old friends, the services will be practically the same, will be held on the same day and an hour apart. The funk funeral will be held on Friday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock with all services in the Hereford Mennonite church, Bally. Interment will be made in Union cemetery, Bally. The Latshaw funeral services will be held at 2.30 o'clock.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, January 15, 1929, pages 5 and 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Funk, Oswin C.

Oswin C. Funk, retired farmer and miller, died yesterday morning at his home, 6th and Jefferson Sts., East Greenville. He was 81 years old. Born in Clayton, Berks county, he was a son of the late James B. and Susanna (Clemmer) Funk. He was a member of Hereford Mennonite church, Bally. Surviving are a sister, Cora C. Funk, at home, and a brother, Horace C. Funk, Canandaigua, N.Y.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, May 3, 1951, page 21. Submitted by Jerri.]

Funk, Sarah E.

Mrs. Sarah E., wife of Solomon Funk, of Wescoesville, died yesterday after suffering for over a year with gangrene. She was the daughter of the late Samuel and Sussannah Dries and was born and reared in Longswamp township. Besides her husband, there survive two sons, Elmer E. Leibensperger, Quinto, Va.; George A. Reimert, Allentown; these brothers and sisters: Samuel Dries, Cetronia; Charles, of Allentown; David, of Kutztown; John, of Shamrock; Mrs. Susan Snyder and Mrs. Anna Allender, of New York State. The funeral will be held on Monday at 2 p.m. Rev. F. A. Guth will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, August 3, 1918, page 14. Submitted by Jerri.]

Obituaries, Death Notices, and Funeral Notices - F

Flail, Ethel M.

Flaim, Kenneth P.

Flammer, Martin

Flannery, Wilbur

Flatt, Miriam D.

Fleck, Mildred E.

Fleming, Oscar

Flemming, Valeria P.

Flicker Calvin L.

Flicker, Charles E.

Flicker, Fyanna Susan (nee Ritz)

Flicker, Helen A.

Flicker, Leonard D.

Flickinger, Edward M.

Flickinger, Evelyn K.

Floegel, Paul

Flogel, Paul (aka Brillensmith)

Flores, Lucetta

Flower, Charles

Flower, Esther (nee Dobson)

Fluck, Albert F.

Fluck, Amanda

Fluck, Warren J.

Focht, David H.

Focht, John H.

Focht, Joseph R.

Focht, Mae A.

Fogel, Henry

Fogel, Mary Jane (nee Hummel)

Fogelman, Oscar L.

Foley, Thomas J.

Folk, Aaron H.

Folk, Albert L.

Folk, Angelina (nee Conrad)

Folk, Annabelle R.

Folk, Annabelle R.

Folk, Charles

Folk, Charles B.

Folk, Charles O.D.

Folk, Claude D.

Folk, Cyrenius

Folk, Cyrenius

Folk, Edwin

Folk, Effie B. (nee Ritter)

Folk, Emelina

Folk, Esther Ella

Folk, Gladys M. (nee Springer)

Folk, John P.

Folk, Lovina

Folk, Rosalina (nee Schmoyer)

Folk, Verdie

Follmer, Jacob

Follweiler, Samuel

Follwetter, Maria

Folmer, Stella R. (nee Rothermel)

Foos, Mary (nee Phillippi)

Foos, Rebecca (nee Whiskeyman)

Foose, David

Foose, Maria Foltz

Foose, Robert L.

Foreman, Maria

Foreman, Maria T.

Forney, Enoch

Forney, Jacob H.

Forry, Mrs. Cyrus

Forry, Elsie M.

Forry, Fern E.

Fosig, Conrad

Fosig, Philip Jacob

Foster, Harry T. Jr.

Foster, Mary

Foulke, Harvey D.

Fowler, Irvin R.

Fox, Aaron R.

Fox, Mrs. Adam

Fox, Andora M.

Fox, Barbara A.

Fox, Benjamin B.

Fox, Beulah E.