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Gabel, Catharine and Lavina

Mrs. Catharine Gabel, in her 102d year, Interred at Boyertown - 2000 People and Four Generations Follow her to the Grave

The funeral of Mrs. Catharine Gabel, aged 101 years 5 months and 5 days, took place on Saturday morning, May 29th, at 9 o'clock, from her late residence in Gabelsville, Berks county. The attendence was very large, an assemblage of people numbering 2,000 or more, with several hundred carriages, followed the centenarian to the tomb. Among those present were all of the surviving children (there were eleven, of whom seven are living), were present, themselves a most remarkable group of aged people, as follows: - Mrs. Elizabeth Gabel (widow of Henry H. Gabel) who was in her 83rd year; Mrs. Magdalena Ehst, in her 81st year; Henry H Gabel, of Pottstown, in his 79th year; Mrs. Susan Landis, in 75th year, Mrs. Mary Gabel, in 71st year; Jacob H Gabel, of Pottstown, in his 66th year, and Barbara Gabel in her 65th year. And there were white-headed grandchildren of the deceased present, the oldest being about age 58 years of age, several of these grandchildren being grandparents themselves. And there were present a large number of great-grandchildren, and several great-great grandchildren, or representatives of the fifth generation, who came as mourners to this most extraordinary funeral, the likes of which, as to age of the deceased and her descendents, and of the number of generations assembled, has scarcely ever been seen in this part of the county. The number of direct descendents of Mrs. Gabel present was probably 80 to 100, and they came from Boyertown, Pottstown, Reading, and Philadelphia, and other places widely apart.

The venerable woman in the coffin had an almost unwrinkled face, and it was remarked that she had the appearance of a woman of only 65 to 70 years old. And yet she was born (Catharine High) on December 19 1784, more than four years before Washington became President and she was a girl of 15 years when he died. She was married in 1802 to Jacob Gabel, and her husband died September 29th, 1823. Her mother, Magdalena High, died in her 90th year, and her husband's father, Henry Gabel, died in his 94th year.

There were five or six ministers present at the funeral on Saturday. Rev. Jacob Hunsicker, of East Coventry (Mennonite) spoke at the house in English, and Rev. Jacob B Mensch (also Mennonite) at the house in German. Rev. Jacob Meschter (Schwenkfelder) of Palm, Montgomery county, made a prayer at the church, in German; Rev. Andrew Mock[sic Mack] of Douglass township, Montgomery county, delivered the funeral sermon at the church in German, taking his text from the 14th Chapter and the 13th verse of Revelations - "And I heard a voice from heaven saying to unto me, Write, Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors; and their works do follow them." After the funeral sermon, a prayer was made in German by Rev. L. Groh (Lutheran), of Boyertown.

After the religious exercises, the remains of the aged woman were laid away to rest in the Mennonnite burial ground at Boyertown, beside her husband, who had been sleeping there nearly sixrty-three years. The undertaker was Daniel D. Brumbach, of Boyertown, and the pall-bearers John Fegely, Amos Hartman, Isaac Reinert, and Killian F. Wise.

After the funeral over one hundred and fifty carriages returned to the house of mourning at Gabelsville.

Another Funeral

Lavina Gabel, age 46, a grand-daughter of Catharine Gabel, and a daughter of Mary Gabel and the late David Gabel, and who died at the same house, was buried at the Mennonite burial ground at Boyertown. The religious services at the Mennonite meeting house were intended for both. The pall-bearers for Lavina Gabel were John Fehr, Conrad Fisher, John Fegely, Jr., and William Yoder.

[Source: Montgomery Ledger, June 1, 1886. Submitted by Diana.]

Gabel, David G.

Sudden Death of David G. Gabel. David G. GABEL, of Morysville, died very suddenly on Thursday evening following an attack of acute indigestion, aged 65 years and 2 months. He took sick Wednesday morning, but was not considered serious. Thursday evening about 5 o'clock he talked with children at home, and also with his employee giving him instructions for the next day's work. Soon after when his daughter, Mrs. Ella BOYER came back to bring him supper, she was shocked to find her father a corpse. Deceased was a native of Colebrookdale, and was a good, honest hard working man. For nearly quarter of a century he conducted the grist mill and coal yard at Morysville, and was held in high esteem in the community. He was a consistent member of the Lutheran church, in which he served for many years as council. He was a son of the late David and Mary GABEL. His mother died a centenarian. His wife, Emma (nee SMITH) died two years ago, following an operation in the Pottstown Hospital. These children survive Laura wife of Rev. William H. CHRIST, Bethlehem; Mamie wife of Henry KAUFFMAN, Philadelphia; Thomas S. GABEL of Boyertown; Mrs. Ella BOYER, living at home and Edwin of Philadelphia. These brothers and sisters also survive: Henry of Larned, KS; Jacob of Boyertown; David [sic] of Gabelsville; Mrs. John DEYSHER, Mrs. John BOYER and Mrs. Horace HARBOLD. The funeral takes place nest Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock at the house. Service will be continued in the Lutheran Church by Rev. WEBER. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. Undertaker James BRUMBACH has charge.

[Source: Berks County Democrat (Boyertown, PA), June 7, 1913. Submitted by: Betty.]

Gabel, Elizabeth

Elizabeth Gabel, widow of Henry S Gabel, died of intermittent fever and old age, on Sunday morning, at the residence of her son, Jacob G Gabel, near Ringing Hill, aged 84 years, 9 months and 2 days. Her husband, a prominent farmer, died some 15 years ago, and her mother, died at Gabelsville, near Boyertown, at the great age of nearly 102 years. Deceased was a sister of Henry G Gabel and Jacob H Gabel, two well known citizens of Pottstown. She was the mother of five children, of whom two sons survive - John G Gabel, living in Kansas, and Jacob G Gabel of Pottsgrove. The venerable womanhad previously been somewhat indisposed, but had not been seriously sick until about a week ago. Funeral on Thursday, March 7th, at 9:30 a.m.; interment at the East Coventry Mennonite burial ground.

[Source: Montgomery Ledger, March 5, 1889. Submitted by Diana.]

Gabel, Elizabeth

The funeral of Elizabeth Gabel, widow of Henry S Gabel, took place on Thursday morning from the residence of her son, Jacob G Gabel, in Lower Pottsgrove, near Ringing Hill. Services were conducted by three Mennonite ministers, and the remains were interred in East Coventry burial ground of that denomination. The attendance was very large. Mrs. Gabel was in her 86th year, and was a sister of our townsmen, Henry H and Jacob H Gabel.

[Source: Montgomery Ledger, March 12, 1889. Submitted by Diana.]

Gabel, Henry H.

HENRY H. GABEL OF POTTSTOWN IS DEAD. Was a Native of Boyertown, And One of the Owners Gabel Ore Mines Here Henry H. Gabel, Pottstown's most venerable citizen, died last Sunday evening says the Pottstown News ?[sic] The end came peacefully, and was not unexpected, as he had been ill from grip for about ten days, and at his advanced age it was hardly possible for him to survive the attack. Had Mr. Gabel lived to see March 5, he would have attained the age of 93 years. Mr. Gabel was surrounded by the immediate members of his family at the end.

He was born March 5, 1808, in Colebrookdale, Berks County, and came from sturdy, thrifty German ancestry. His great-grandfather emigrated to this country from Alsace, Germany, in 1736, and settled in Berks County. All the Gabels have been noted for longevity. His grandfather, Henry Gabel, died in 1828, aged 93 years. His mother lived to the remarkable age of 101 years, dying May 24, 1886.

Mr. Gabel inherited traits of shrewdness and thrift, and went to work at an early age on a farm. He received his education in the schools of Colebrookdale Township and for a time operated the homestead farm. Later he engaged in the milling business, with which he continued to be identified until he retired from active life. His start in milling was made at the Colebrookdale grist mill, now operated as the Boyertown roller mills, by his namesake nephew Henry G. Gabel.

In 1856 Mr. Gabel went to Pottstown and in partnership with his brother, Jacob, under the firm name of H. & J. Gabel, purchased the Pottstown roller mills. They operated these mills until 1867, when the firm became Gabel, Bertolette & Company, who continued the business until 1883. Becoming interested in ore mining in 1878, Mr. Gabel formed the firm of Gabel, Jones & Gabel, and engaged in this work at Boyertown. This firm also leased a furnace at Bechtelsville and operated this in connection with the mines until 1890, when they abandoned the mines on account of flooding.

Eleven years ago Mr. Gabel retired from active life and devoted his time to his extensive real estate investments. He owned three large farms in York and James Counties, in Virginia, and, in partnership with his brother Jacob, owned the valuable Mill Park property, comprising the hotel, race track and 240 acres of ground in Pottstown. In addition he owned much real estate about the town.

The genial face and heavy figure of Henry Gabel have been familiar sights upon the streets of Pottstown for many years. Recently, however, declining health and old age had kept him confined to his home, and it was only upon bright days, that he ventured out upon the porch. There are few men who have commanded the respect of their fellow men during a long business career that Henry Gabel held. Scrupulously honest himself, he insisted upon others acting in like manner. He was frequently in a position to take advantage of those reduced in circumstance but he preferred to extend a helping hand to them instead.

On September 25, 1835, he married Fredericka Kurtz, a daughter of Mathias Kurtz, who survives him. This couple lived together for a period of nearly 66 years. The following named children are living: Angelina, widow of Wilson H. Gilbert; Sarah, wife of Charles Himmelwright, of Virginia; Elmira, wife of Robert J. Baldwin; Barbara, wife of William Fitzsimmons; Miss Emma Gabel. His brother, Jacob, who had been his partner during nearly all his business career, survives him.

The funeral will be held this morning at 11 o'clock. Services at the house. Interment at Pottstown Cemetery.

[Source: Berks County Democrat (Boyertown, PA), Saturday, January 26, 1901. Submitted by: Betty.]

Additional information provided by submitter:

Here is one more article related to the previously posted Henry G. Gabel, 50th Anniversary article. Henry was originally from Boyertown and moved to Larned, KS. One is news of Eden Gabel, probably a son of Henry G. Gabel and the other is the obituary of David Gabel (above), brother of Henry G. Gabel. Mr. Eden GABEL, who was taking the spring term at Pierce's Business College, Philadelphia and lately spending some time here getting round some among his old school friends, left on Wednesday for Philadelphia, where he will put in a few days with his best friends and leave on Monday for his...

[Source: Berks County Democrat, Boyertown, PA), June 22, 1907. Submitted by: Betty.]

Gabel, Henry J., Jr.

Henry J. Gabel Jr., 57, died of natural causes June 26 in his District Township residence. He was the husband of Donna M. (Alting) Gabel. Born in Boyertown, he was a son of the late Henry J. Sr. and Mae L. (Werner) Gabel. Gabel had been employed in carpet and linoleum installation by Longacre Electric, Bally. He was a member of Good Shepherd United Church of Christ, Boyertown. Gabel was a 1965 graduate of Boyertown High School. He was a life member of Liberty Fire Company, New Berlinville. Gabel is also survived by a son, Shane A., Boyertown; and two daughters, Melissa A. (Gabel) Moyer, Topton, and Lisa M. Gabel, at home. Other survivors include two brothers, Donald J. and Paul L., both of Boyertown. There are also three grandchildren. Services will be Thursday at 11 a.m. in Morrell Funeral Home Inc., Boyertown. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery, Boyertown.

[Source: Reading Eagle, June 27, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Gabel, John H.

John H Gabel, a brother of Henry H. and Jacob H. Gabel, of Pottstown, died on Friday evening last, at his home in New Berlinville, Berks county. He had been a sufferer for some time with kidney affection and other troubles. Deceased was born in Colebrookdale, Berks county, March 21, 1810, and was therefore nearly 76 years of age. His mother, Mrs. Catharine Gabel, is still living in Gabelsville, in her 102d year and his sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Gabel, the oldest of the remarkable centenarian lady's family, resides in Pottsgrove township, aged about 82 years. John H. Gabel leaves a wife and several sons and daughters. He had followed the occupation of farmer most of his life.

[Source: Montgomery Ledger, March 12, 1889. Submitted by Diana.]

Gabel, Kenneth J.

Services and burial were private for Kenneth J. Gabel, 89, of Boyertown, who died February 18 in Pottstown Memorial Medical Center. He was the husband of Dorothy S. (Swinehart) Gabel. Born in Boyertown, Gabel was employed for 27 years by Boyertown Casket Co., retiring in 1978 as superintendent of manufacturing. During World War II, he trained pilot instructors for the government. Gabel was a member of the Evangelical Reformed United Church of Christ, Boyertown. He was a life member of the Pikeville Sportsmen's Association and the Friendship Hook & Ladder Company, Boyertown. Gabel is also survived by two sons, Kenneth G., Keymar, Md., and Thomas J., Boyertown. Other survivors include three sisters: Mary Elizabeth (Gabel) Beechner and Ruth (Gabel) Yohe, both of Allentown; and Elsie G. (Gabel) Lutz, Bechtelville. There are also two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. The arrangements were handled by the David J. Boyko Funeral Home, Macungie.

[Source: Boyertown Area Times, March 10, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Gabel, Mary

Mrs. Mary Gable (nee Sell), aged seventy-seven years, widow of Daniel Sell, died at Kutztown on Wednesday. She was born on the old Sell homestead in Maxatawny township, near Bowers, and was a daughter of John and Susannah (nee Schwoyer) Sell, both long deceased. She was the last of her parents' family. Her husband, one son and one daughter preceded her in death. Funeral, Monday.

[Source" The Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, June 2, 1917, Page 8. Submitted by: Jerri.]

Gabel, Mary C.

Mrs. Mary C. Gabel, an employe at Topton Orphans' home for the past 23 years, died on Christmas day at the institution, aged 79 years. She was a daughter of the late Samuel and Maria (Stichter) Gabel, and was a member of St. Luke's Lutheran church, Reading. A sister, Sarah of Topton, is the only survivor. Funeral services Wednesday at 10 o'clock.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, December 28, 1937, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gabel, Richard

GABEL - In this city on the 7th inst., Richard Gabel aged 72 years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, from the residence of his brother-in-law, Howard Lotz, 320 N. 6th St., Monday at 7:30 p.m. Services and interment at Parksburg, Chester County.

[Source: Reading Eagle, July 9, 1911. Submitted by Betty.]

Gabel, Sarah A.

Sarah A. Gabel, 86, died yesterday morning at the Lutheran home in Topton, after an illness of several weeks. She was formerly a resident of Reading. Miss Gabel had been matron of the Holton Memorial cottage, residence for children at the home, since 1915. She was a native of Hereford township, Berks county, and a daughter of the late Samuel and Maria (Stichter) Gabel. A number of nephews and nieces survive.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, February 21, 1950, page 20. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gable, Susanna

Susanna Gable, wife of Solomon Gable of No 953 Turner Street, died of apoplexy at 3 p.m. yesterday. She had not been suffering before yesterday but in the morning suffered with a stroke. The second stroke ended fatally. She was a daughter of the late John and Margaret Quinn, of Hereford, Berks County. Her husband and four children survive. The children are John Gable, Mrs. Edward Carl of this city, Mrs. George Saeger, of Florida and Emma, married and residing in Boston. Funeral will take place on Thursday afternoon. Rev. J. Steinhauser officiating. Interment in Union Cemetery.

Death notice: Gable, in this city, July 23, 1896, Susannah, wife of Solomon Gable, aged 72 years, 6 months and 1 day.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, July 27, 1896. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gaby, Kittie Ann (nee Seip)

July 31, 1919 - Shamrock - REMAINS OF MRS. SAMUEL GABY INTERRED IN BOWERS CEMETERY The remains of Mrs. Kittie Ann, wife of Samuel Gaby, of Swoyer's Crossing, near Kutztown, were laid to rest in the Union Cemetery at Bowers. Sort services held at the house and were continued in Trinity Church, Bowers, of which she was a member. Deceased was the daughter of David Seip and wife, Maria (nee Sterner) and was born in Rockland township, this county, Nov. 16, 1856, and was baptized Feb. 15, 1857 by Rev. J. S. Herman. The sponsors were Henry Heist and wife Lydia. On April 19, 1873, she was confirmed at Bowers by Rev. D. K. Humbert. She was married May 18, 1878, to Samuel Gaby by Rev. Isaac Roeller. The union was blessed with three sons and four daughters, all surviving but one daughter. She suffered with dropsy, having been bedfast five weeks, and passed away, aged 62 years 8 months and 11 days. Mrs. Gaby had a kind-hearted disposition, always willing to assist her neighbors in times of illness and distress. She had many warm and grateful friends. There remain her husband and the following children: Daniel, Fredericksville; William S., who is still serving in the military band at Coblenz in the Rhine district, Germany, and could not be present; Annie, wife of James Fox, Kline's Corner; Sallie, wife of Herbert Trexler, Bowers, and Elda, wife of John Wiltrout, at home, who nursed her mother to the end. There are also 21 grandchildren and one brother, Henry Seip, of Allentown. Undertaker J. J. Schofer, of Topton, was in charge. The bearers were two sons and two sons-in-law: Harry and Daniel and John Wiltrout and Herbert Trexler. The services were largely attended. Rev. W. F. Bond preached the sermon from Ps. 116:15, and Rev. C. G. Heffner of Mohnton, read the lesson, and took charge of the service in the church and at the grave.

[Source: Reading Eagle, July 31, 1919. Submitted by Betty.]

Gaby, Sallie Mae

A memorial service was held for Sallie Mae Gaby, 74, of Austin Texas, who passed away on February 3. She is survived by her husband, Roger I. Gaby. Gaby was born on the Stauffer Family Farm in Eshbach. She traveled the world with her husband and children. Gaby was a member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary and sat on the Del Valle ISD/VFW Jet Display Committee. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her children: Eugene Gaby, Susan Smith, Linda Gaby and Ralph Derr. Also, siblings, Paul Derr and Stella Gaby and several grandchildren. The arrangements were handled by the Wilke-Clay-Fish Funeral Home, in Austin, Texas.

[Source: Boyertown Area Times, February 13, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Gaby, Samuel

Samuel Gaby died Friday night at 10 o'clock at his home, the residence of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. James Fox, 426 Main St., Kutztown, at the age of 84 years. He was born Dec. 6, 1852, in Rockland township, Berks county, a son of the late Daniel and Anna Ahn Gaby. He was a member of the Bowers Reformed church and of Lodge No. 634, I.O.O.F., of Lyons. His wife died in 1919. Surviving him are six children, Mrs. James Fox, with whom he resided at Kutztown; Mrs. Herbert Trexler, Mertztown R. 1; Mrs. John Wiltrout, Kutztown R.D.; Harry D. Gaby, Kutztown R. 3; Daniel S. Gaby, Angelica, N.Y., and William S. Gaby, Kutztown; 26 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and a sister, Mrs. Solomon Heist of Emaus. Brief funeral services at his late home Wednesday at 1.30 p.m. will be followed by further services in the Bowers Reformed church. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church. Friends may call Tuesday evening.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, April 4, 1937, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Galetz, Alphonse L.

Alphonse L. Galetz, 82, of 517 Harding Ave., Ridge Park, died Tuesday at his residence. Born in Minersville, he was a son of the late Francis and Beatrice Galetz. He was a Navy veteran of World War II. He had been employed eight years by the former Textile Machine Works, now Goss Graphic Systems, Wyomissing, and was employed 25 years by the former Berkshire Knitting Mills, Wyomissing, retiring in 1978. He was preceded in death by his wife, the former Aldona B. Bulota, on Aug. 31, 1992. Surviving are a daughter, Yvonne G. Rathbone, Murrysville; a son, Alphonse S., Piscataway, N.J.; a sister, Julia Galetz, Hope, N.J.; a stepsister, Dolores Vinetsky Gardecki, Exeter Township, Berks County; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren. Services will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday from Kopicki-Bradley Funeral Home Inc., Reading. Interment will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton.

[Source: Pottsville Republican, November 20, 1998. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Gall, George S.

George S. Gall, 60, of Hellertown died May 7, 2003 at his residence. He was the husband of Pauline H. (Ravier) Gall. They were married for 41 years last June. Born in Fountain Hill he was the son of Geraldine M. (Seifert) Gall of Lower Saucon Township and the late George Gall. He was the co-owner of Don's Dandy Dogs, in Quakertown for the past 14 years. Previously he worked at Unisys Corp., Bethlehem. Mr. Gall served with the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War and Vietnam War. He was a member of New Jerusalem Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lower Saucon Township. In addition to his wife and mother he is survived by one son, Jeffery P. of Hellertown; one daughter, Sheri R. Kametz of Hellertown; two foster brothers, David and Dale Frey (address unknown); one sister, Jackie Peeke of Lower Saucon; and three grandchildren. Services were private. Interment was in Union Cemetery, Hellertown. Memorial contributions can be made to George S. Gall Grandchildren Assistance Fund, c/o First Union Bank, 659 Main St., Hellertown, PA 18055. Online Memorial Tributes: www.heintzelmanfh.com. Arrangements: Heintzelman Funeral Home Inc., 326 Main St., Hellertown, PA 18055.

[Source: Saucon News, May 15, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Gall, George S.

George S. Gall, 60, of Hellertown, died May 7, 2003 at his residence. He was the husband of Pauline H. (Ravier) Gall. They were married for 41 years last June. Born in Fountain Hill, he was the son of Geraldine M. (Seifert) Gall of Lower Saucon Township and the late George Gall. He was the co-owner of Don's Dandy Dogs, in Quakertown, for the past 14 years. Previously he worked at Unisys Corp., Bethlehem. Mr. Gall served with the U.S. Air Force during the Korean and Vietnam wars. He was a member of New Jerusalem Evangelical Lutheran Church, Lower Saucon Township. In addition to his wife and mother, he is survived by one son, Jeffery P. of Hellertown; one daughter, Sheri R. Kametz of Hellertown; two foster brothers, David and Dale Frey (address unknown); one sister, Jackie Peeke of Lower Saucon; and three grandchildren. Services were private. Interment was in Union Cemetery, Hellertown. Memorial contributions can be made to the George S. Gall Grandchildren Assistance Fund, c/o First Union Bank, 659 Main St., Hellertown, PA 18055. Online Memorial Tributes: www.heintzelmanfh.com. Arrangements: Heintzelman Funeral Home Inc., 326 Main St., Hellertown, PA 18055.

[Source: Quakertown Free Press, May 15, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Gallagher, Bridget

In this city, on the 4th of Sept., 1900, Mrs. Bridget Gallagher, aged 72 years, 10 months, 14 days. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend her funeral on Friday morning at 8:15 o'clock from her late residence, No. 546 Mulberry street. Requiem mass at St. Peter's Catholic Church at 9 o'clock. Interment in Catholic Cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Thursday, September 6, 1900. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Gallmoyer, Alice M. (nee Schlenker)

Mrs. Alice M. Gallmoyer, wife of Jacob Gallmoyer, 10 Home Ave., Topton, died Saturday at her home. Her husband is borough tax collector and former Berks County jury commissioner. She was born March 20, 1873, in Greenwich Township, Berks County, a daughter of the late Stephen and Melinda (Schlenker) Schlenker. She was a member of Grimville Church. Surviving besides her husband are a son Robert, Moselem Springs, two grandchildren, and four sisters, Clara, wife of Benjamin Cressman, Kutztown; Annie Schlenker, Wescosville R. 1; Mrs. Emily Tullis, Cleveland, Ohio, and Mrs. Katie Kroninger, Kutztown R. 2.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, January 31, 1954, page 48. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gallmoyer, Jacob H.

Jacob H. Gallmoyer, a former Topton official in several public capacities, died Friday night at Berks Heim, where he had been a guest six weeks. He was 90. Gallmoyer formerly lived at 22 W. Franklin St., Topton. He was postmaster there from 1913 to 1920, and a school director for some time. From 1945 to 1958 he served as the borough's tax collector. He was a Democratic committeeman for 25 years in the community, and was formerly a Berks County jury commissioner. At one time, Gallmoyer ran a restaurant in Topton. He recently retired as an employe of the Berks County Courthouse, Reading. He belonged to St. Peter's UCC, Topton, and the home department of its Sunday school, the Topton Fire Company, the Fraternal Order of Eagles, the Loyal Order of Moose and the Fraternal Americans, all of Topton. He was a social member of the Topton American Legion Post. Surviving are a son, Robert, Topton; two grandchildren and three great grandchildren; and two sisters, Mrs. Lloyd Keener and Lena Stichler, both of Reading. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Schofer Funeral Home, Topton. The Rev. Dr. Franklin Slifer will officiate. Viewing from 7 to 9 pm. Monday.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, January 25, 1959, page 21. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gallmoyer, Lee K.

Second Lieutenant Lee K. Gallmoyer, 23, was killed in an airplane crash in French Morocco two days after landing as a pilot with the American Army Air Forces, according to a message received Tuesday by his bride of two months, Mrs. gallmoyer, of 906 N. 5th St., Reading, the former Virginia Rohrbach of Topton. There were no details included in the message but it stated that a letter would follow. The ons of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Gallmoyer of Reading, he was reared in Topton and was graduated from Kutztown High school. He attended George Washington university, Washington, D.C., discontinuing his studies of law to become an investigator for the Federal Bureau of Investigation. He enlisted in the Air Corps in 1942, receiving his commission and wings at Ocala, Fla., on Aug. 30, 1943. He was married to his childhood sweetheart on Sept. 2 at the home of the bride in Topton by Rev. W. H. Kline. Besides his widow and parents, Lieutenant Gallmoyer is survived by one brother, Private First Class George Gallmoyer who, having taken part in the Tunisian and Sicilian invasions, is stationed somewhere in England; one sister, Mae, at home, and paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Gallmoyer of Topton. Two of his uncles are Harvey Herring of 615 Chew st. and Robert A. Herring of 150 Lexington St., Allentown.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, February 6, 1944, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Galt, Julianna W.

Galt--On the 27th instant, in this city, Mrs. Julianna W. Galt. The relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, from the residence of her son, River Bank below Franklin street, on Wednesday afternoon next, at 2 o'clock. Interment at Charles Evans Cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, September 28, 1875. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Gambler, Carrie E. (nee Clauser)

Mrs. Carrie E. Gambler, aged 73, widow of Isaac Gambler, died Saturday morning at her home, 24 W. Smith St., Topton. She was a daughter of the late Adam and Caroline, nee Angstadt, Clauser. Mrs. Gambler was a member of Christ Reformed church, Bowers. Surviving are four sons: Fred Lauer, Middletown, Pa.; Earl Gambler, Topton; George Gambler, Hamburg; and Private Melvin Gambler, stationed at Camp Reynolds, Pa.; two brothers, Edwin of Hancock, and William of Greenawalds; three daughters, Mrs. Herman Werst, Topton; Mabel, at home; and Mrs. Ray Keiser, Topton; three grandsons and two sisters, Mrs. Annie Reinert of Shamrock and Mrs. Susan Hilbert of Cochranton, Pa. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 1:30 from the late home, with continued services at the cemetery of Christ Reformed church. Rev. Franklin Slifer will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, August 13, 1944, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gambler, Daniel

Daniel Gambler died at the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. And Mrs. Amandus E. Reppert, Topton, aged 77 years. He was a son of the long deceased Levi Gambler and his wife, Annie (Miller), and was born in District township, Berks county. He was a retired farmer, and a member of the St. Paul's (Lobach's) church, Lobachville. He is survived by his widow, Emma (Miller), and the following children: Mrs. Amandus E. Reppert, Elmer and George, Topton; Mrs. James Freeby, Macungie, R. 1; Mrs. William Hoffman, Boyertown R. 1; Daniel and Wilson, Mertztown R. 1; William, Kutztown; Levi, Mertztown R. 2, and Mrs. Harvey Lesher, Mertztown R. 1. Also 36 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Funeral Friday at 9.30 a.m. from the home of Amandus E. Reppert, and continued services in the Lobachsville church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, March 13, 1929, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gambler, Earl A.

Earl A. Gambler died yesterday in his home at 27 Spruce St., Topton. He was 68. Until his retirement three years ago, he had been employed at the Caloric Corp., Topton. A veteran of World War I, he was a charter member of the Ray A. Master American Legion Post 217, Topton. He was a member of St. Peter's United Church of Christ, Topton. Born in Topton, he was a son of the late Issac S. and Carrie (Clauser) Gambler. Surviving are his widow, Minnie M. (Wolfe); two brothers, George of Hamburg and Melvin of Topton; three sisters, Elsie, wife of Herman Werst; Mabel Gambler and Verna, wife of Ray F. Keiser, all of Topton; two stepbrothers, Harvey Gambler, Detroit, and Fred Lauer, Kutztown. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday in the Earl A. Trexler Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Friday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, December 9, 1964, page 47. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gambler, Elmer

Elmer Gambler, an employee of the finishing room of the DeLong Furniture Co. at Topton for many years, died suddenly on Wednesday night, aged 60 years. A native of Pike township, Berks county, he was a son of Emma (Miller) and the late Daniel Gambler. Surviving besides his mother, at home, are four children, Lawson, Carrie and Charles, Anna of Kutztown, and these brothers and sisters, Mrs. Cora Homan and Levi Gambler, both of landis Store; Daniel and Wilson gambler and Mrs. Harvey Lesher, all of Mertztown R.D., and William Gambler, Kutztown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, February 4, 1938, page 33. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gambler, Emma (nee Miller)

Mrs. Emma, nee Miller, Gambler, progenitor of 114 living descendants, died at 6 a.m. Saturday at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Buelah Reppert, 51 E. Walnut St., Topton, where she had been a resident for many years. She was in her 90th year. A native of Pike township, Berks county, the daughter of the late Charles and Sarah, nee Hertzog, Miller, Mrs. Gambler was the widow of Daniel Gambler, who died 17 years ago. She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran church, Lobachsville. The last of her family, she is survived by the following children: Mrs. Reppert, with whom she resided; George M., at home; Mrs. Cora Hoffman, Barto R. 1; Daniel, Alburtis; William, Kutztown R. 3; Levi H., Alburtis R. 1; Emma, wife of Harvey Lesher, Topton; 42 grandchildren; 59 great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren. Rev. Paul J. Dundore will officiate at funeral services Thursday at 1.30 p.m. at the Delong funeral home, Topton, with further services in St. Paul's church, Lobachsville. Burial will be in adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, June 30, 1946, page 14. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gambler, George M.

George M. Gambler, of 51 E. Washington St., Topton, died suddenly while working about the home of his nephew, Lawson Gambler, in Topton. He was 55 years old. Born in Pike township, Berks county, Mr. Gambler was a son of the late Daniel and Emelina, nee Miller, Gambler. He was employed by the Caloric Stove works in TOpton. Fraternally he was affiliated with the Landisville Council, Order of Independent Americans, Landis Store; the Topton Fire Co. and its beneficial group, and the Lyons Fire Co. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation of the Lobachsville church. Surviving are three sisters: Mrs. Beulah Reppert, with whom he resided; Emma, wife of Harvey Lesher, Topton; and Mrs. Cora Hoffman, Landis Store; three brothers, Daniel and Levi of Alburtis R. 1, and William of Kutztown. Several nephews and nieces also survive.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, April 6, 1948, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gambler, Hettie C. (nee Heffner)

Hettie C. (Heffner), wife of William M. Gambler, died at her home in Kutztown on Tuesday, aged 60 years. She was born in Longswamp township, a daughter of the late Jonas and Clara (Gehris) Heffner. Her first husband, Elam Jackson Eidle, died 28 years ago. Surviving are her husband and the following children: Mrs. Albert P. Heffner, Kutztown R.D. 3; Samuel Eidle, Boyertown R.D. 1; Fred Eidle, Kutztown; Elam Eidle, Oley R.D. 3; Mrs. Claude Kerschner, Allentown; Mrs. Allen Bleiler, Limeport; Mrs. Charles Measler, Macungie R.D. 1; Edwin Heffner, Mrs. Alfred Weber, Harvey Gambler, all of Kutztown; and Mrs. Paul Adams, Kutztown R.D.; two brothers, Jonas Heffner, Mertztown R.D., and Daniel Heffner, Catasauqua. Funeral Saturday at 1:30.

[Source: The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Thursday, May 13, 1937, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gambler, Hettie H. (nee Eidle)

Hettie H., wife of Elmer M. Gambler, died yesterday morning at her home at Topton, age the age of 23 years, from a complication of diseases. She was a daughter of the late Elam J. Eidle and his wife, Hettie, nee Heffner, now Mrs. Wm. Gambler, Kutztown. She was a member of the Lutheran church at Lobachsville, of the Trinity Lutheran Sunday school of Topton and of the Ladies' Auxiliary of the Topton Volunteer Fire company. She is survived by her husband, her mother, and the following children: Annie, Carrie, Charles, a week-old daughter Ruth, and a stepson, Lawson Gambler, all at home. Also the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Albert Heffner, Fred Eidle and Ida Eidle, Kutztown; Mrs. Claude Kerschner and Mrs. Allen Bleiler, this city; Mrs. Lloyd Reinert, Topton; Samuel Eidle, Manatawny; John Eidle, Englesville; Elam Eidle, Oley; and the following step-brothers and sisters: Emma Gambler, Beulah Gambler, Edwin Gambler and Harry Gambler, of Kutztown. Funeral services will be held on Monday morning with short services at her late home, Weiss street, Topton, at 9:30 a.m. Continued services will be held in the Lobachsville Lutheran church. Interment in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. H. W. Warmkessel, Reading, will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, March 17, 1927, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gambler, Jeremiah

Jeremiah Gambler, native of Berks county, died yesterday afternoon at his home, near Hancock, aged 71 years, 11 months and 24 days. He was born in Rockland township, Berks county, a son of the late Samuel and Sophia (nee Day) Gambler. Surviving are his widow, Emma (nee Borrall) Gambler; two sons and four daughters: Russell, Mertztown R.D.; Anthony, Phila.; Mrs. Edmund Gernert, Lyons; Mrs. Paul Price, Fleetwood; Mrs. Robert Wittman, Hancock; and Mrs. Howard Keiser, Mertztown. Also 25 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and one sister, Mrs. Edgar Eck, Emaus. Funeral will be held Monday at 1.30 p.m. from his home near Hancock, followed by continued services in Trinity Lutheran church, Bowers. Interment in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. William F. Bond will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, November 6, 1936, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gambler, Lawson G.

Lawson G. Gambler, of Hancock, who was killed on the Topton road early on Thursday morning is survived by his widow, Maggie, nee Dunstan; four little children: Leroy, Forrest, Ralph and Ruth; and the following brothers and sisters: Anthony, Philadelphia; Russell, Rockland; Mrs. Robert Wittman and Mrs. Howard Keiser, Hancock; Mrs. Edwin Gernert and Mrs. Paul Price, of Lyons. He is also survived by his parents, Jeremiah and Emma Barrall Gambler. Fraternally he was connected with the Alburtis Council, No. 1014 Jr. O.U.A.M. and Reading Local No. 35. The funeral will be held from his late residence near Hancock on Thursday at 9.30 a.m. with further services in the Lutheran church at Bowers and interment in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. W. F. Bond will officiate. Undertaker Schofer is in charge.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, January 25, 1926, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gambler, Ralph D.

Ralph D. Gambler, 122 N. Wayne St., Orwigsburg, husband of Mrs. Mary (Young) Gambler, died Thursday night at his home after an illness of four months. He was 38. Born in Washington Township, Berks County, Gambler was a son of Daniel and Addie (Conrad) Gambler, of Alburtis. He had lived in Orwigsburg for the last year. Prior to that time he resided in Allentown and Alburtis. In Orwigsburg, Gambler was employed by Sanger's Flowers. He was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Orwigsburg, the Order of Owls, Emmaus, and Topton and Lyons Fire Companies. Surviving besides his wife and his parents are a son, Ralph Jr., at home; three brothers, Daryl, Paul and Earl, all of Alburtis; five sisters, Grace, wife of Paul Miller, Alburtis; Neida, wife of Harvey Kunkle, Alburtis, Mrs. Esther Shoemaker, Topton, Arlene, wife of Walter Miller, West hamburg, and Gertie, wife of Fred Griess, Alburtis R.D. Also surviving is the maternal grandmother, Mrs. Elizabeth Reinert, Alburtis.

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

Gambler, Ronald Drey

Ronald Drey Gambler died Wednesday at the home of his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Gambler, Henningsville, Alburtis R. D., following a short illness of pneumonia. He was aged 1 year, 6 months and 29 days. Surviving are his maternal grandparents and great-grandmother on the maternal side. Funeral services will be held Monday at 1:30 p.m. from the home of Mr. and Mrs. Gambler with continued services following in Huffs church of which Sunday school Ronald was a member. Rev. William F. Bond of Shamrock will officiate. Interment will be made in Huff's church cemetery. Friends may call Sunday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, December 24, 1936, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gambler, Russell A.

Russell A. Gambler, a molder, died yesterday at his home near New Jerusalem, along Fleetwood R. 1. He was 57. He was employed by the Light Foundry, Pottstown. Born in Maxatawny Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Jeremiah and Emmaline (Borrell) Gambler. Surviving with his widow, Vera A. (Fenstermacher) Gambler, are a son, Whurrene D., of Fleetwood R. 1; two daughters, Gloria, wife of Harold W. Miller of Kutztown and Dolores, wife of Carl Alexander of Williamsport; a brother, Anthony of Kutztown; four sisters, Mrs. Bessie Gernert of Allentown, Mrs. Beulah Wittman, Mertztown R. 1; Essie, wife of Howard Keiser, Kutztown, and Beatrice, wife of Paul Price, Fleetwood, and six grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday in the Earl A. Trexler Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, April 17, 1964, page 28. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gambler, Samuel

The remains of Samuel Gambler, of Topton, were laid at rest in the Union cemetery at Bowers on Thursday morning, April 8. The deceased was a son of Hiram Gambler and wife Annie, nee Miller, and was born in District township, Berks county, Dec. 1, 1843. He was baptized in infancy and confirmed at Topton by Rev. B. E. Kramlich. He was joined in marriage Jan. 20, 1864, to Sophia Day by the Rev. G. A. Hinterleiter, D.D. Of five children, two sons and two daughter survive, his wife and one daughter having died within a year. There remain also 29 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. He passed away on Sunday, April 4th, at 2.05 p.m., aged 76 years, 4 months and 3 days. Undertaker I. I. Schafer, of Topton, was in charge. The deceased was a veteran of the Civil War.

[Source: The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA. Friday, April 16, 1920, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gambler, Sophia (nee Dey)

The remains of Mrs. Sophia Gambler, of Topton, were laid to rest on Monday, December 23, in the Union cemetery at Bowers. She was a daughter of Jacob and Frana (Bloch) Dey. While residing in Topton, her husband, Samuel gambler, died some nine years ago. She died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Edward Eck, near Fogelsville, on Thursday, December 19, aged 92 years. There survive two sons and a daughter, Jeremiah, Hancock; Isaac, Topton, to whose home her remains were brought and where the funeral services were held, and Sophia, wife of Edgar Eck, Fogelsville. J. J. Schafer and Son, of Topton, were in charge. Four Eck grandsons were the bearers. Rev. W. F. Bond officiated.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, December 28, 1929, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gambler, William M.

William M. Gambler, 77, of Kutztown R. 3, died yesterday at home. He was the husband of the late Hettie C. (Heffner) Gambler. Before retiring six years ago, he was a molder for the Kutztown Foundry & Machine Corp. Born in Fredericksville, he was a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Gambler. He is survived by two daughters, Emma, wife of Howard Hill, with whom he resided, and Beulah, wife of Harry Gehris of Boyertown; a son Harvey of Kutztown; three stepdaughters, Katie, wife of George Kerchner; Mrs. Missouri Miller, and Ivy, wife of Charles Measler, all of Allentown; three stepsons, Edwin Heffner of Lebanon; John Eidle of Gilbertsville; and Elam Eidle of Oley; two sisters, Mrs. Beulah Reppert, and Emma, wife of Harvey Lesher, both of Topton; 18 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday in the Fritz & Kendall Funeral Home, Kutztown. Friends may call 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday.

Funeral Notice (p. 7): Age at death = 77 years, 8 months, 15 days; Buried, Lobachsville Cemetery

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, March 7, 1968, page 43. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gamler, Gloria F.

Services will be today for Gloria F. (Moyer) Gamler, 72, wife of Arthur J. Gamler, of Hill Church Road in Pike, who died March 31 in Pottstown Memorial Medical Center. Born in Earlville, she worked for Charles Rigner in Landis Store. She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church of Lobachsville also a member of the Pike Township Sportsman's Club. Surviving with her widower are a son, David J. Gamler of Barto; three daughters, Diane J. Schaeffer of Exeter, Shirley A. Frey of Boyertown and Susan R. Wolfrey of Boyertown. Also two brothers, Paul Moyer, Oley and Ernest Haas of Fleetwood; eight grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by two brothers. Contributions may be made to the American Red Cross, 23 S. Evans St., Pottstown, PA 19464. Calling hours will be from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Thursday in the Catagnus Funeral Home, 1020 E. Philadelphia Ave., Gilbertsville. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Lobachsville Cemetery.

[Source: Boyertown Area Times, April 3, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Gangawere, Mary Virginia

On the 12th inst., in this city, Mary Virginia, daughter of Ephraim and Mary Gangawere, aged 5 months and 26 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, Sunday, August 22, 1857. Submitted by Nancy.]

Gangloff, Erma Mae

Erma Mae Gangloff, daughter of Henry Gangloff and his deceased wife, Mabel (nee Best), died at the Topton Orphans' Home on Wednesday of a leaking heart. She was 4 years, 9 months and 8 days old. She is survived by her father, two brothers, Woodrow and Clinton, of Philadelphia, and one sister, Harmie, also of the orphans' home. The funeral will be held at Kimmel's church, Schuylkill county, on Monday at 1.30 p.m. Friends can view the remains at Undertaker Schmoyer's morgue, Breinigsville, on Sunday afternoon.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, January 20, 1922, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]

Ganser, Abraham

Ganser--At the Highland house, on the 8th inst., Abraham, brother of the late Joseph Ganser aged 55 years. Services and burial at Boyertown on Wednesday, Feb 13 at 11 a.m.

[Source: Reading Eagle, February 11, 1895. Submitted by Michelle.]

Ganser, Ephraim

Ephraim Ganser, of Alburtis, one day last week went to Reading, and on Friday morning was found dead at the Highland House. Mr. Ganser was born at Boyertown, and was a son of the late Gabriel Ganser. For fifteen years he had charge of the mail coaches running between Reading, Boyertown and Norristown. He was 59 years of age. Deceased was never married. He for three years was connected with the Keystone Hotel of Alburtis.

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

Gansinger, Lillie I. (nee Heffner)

Mrs. Lillie I. Gansinger, widow of Charles F. Gansinger, Kutztown R. 2, died Tuesday night in Allentown Hospital at the age of 67. She was born in Maxatawny Township, Berks County, daughter of the late Samuel S. and Sarah (Kline) Heffner. She was active in the aid society and home department of New Bethel Zion Lutheran Church, Grimville, and the Kutztown Grange. Survivors include a son, Paul H. Gensinger, at home; two daughters, Mrs. Carrie L. Dugan, Reading, and Mrs. Minnie M. Kunkle, Northampton; Three grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Gertie Hoffman, Temple, and Mrs. Katie Wiltrout, Kutztown; a brother, Harvey, Hamburg R.D., and a step-sister, Mrs. Cora Arndt, Lyons.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, December 10, 1953, page 53. Submitted by Jerri.]

Ganster, Joseph A.

In this city, on the 13th, Joseph A Ganster, aged 78 years, 6months and 6 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral without further notice, from the Lutz Funeral Home, 2100 Perkiomen Ave., mondya at 2 p.m. Interment in Laureldale Cemetery. Friends may ca,, at the Funeral Home Sunday evening, 7 to 9.

[Source: Reading Eagle, August 14, 1936. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Gantert, Mark A.

Services will be held Thursday for Mark A. Gantert, 20, of Swamp Picnic Road, Gilbertsville, who died May 24 in Pottstown Memorial Medical Center. He died as a result of a single-vehicle accident in New Hanover Township, Montgomery County. Born in Pottstown, he was a son of George M. Gantert, Pottstown, and Anita M. (Barkman) Watkins, New Hanover Township. He was a graduate of Pottsgrove High School and had been employed as a cook at the Airport Hotel, Limerick Township. Also, surviving are three brothers, his stepfather, John M. Watkins, New Hanover Township; his maternal grandparents, Marshall and Joan (Taylor) Barkman, Phoenixville; his paternal grandparents, George and Mary Ann (Mullin) Gantert, Reading; and his paternal great-grandmother, Gertrude (Huls) Gantert, Pottstown. Calling hours will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home. Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday in the Catagnus Funeral Home, 711 N. Franklin St., Pottstown. Burial will be in St. Aloysius New Cemetery, Lower Pottsgrove Township.

[Source: Boyertown Area Times, May 29, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Garl, Donna L.

Among the local survivors of Donna L. (Wagner) Garl, Reading, who died Jan. 27 in St. Joseph Medical Center, where she had been a patient four days, is a daughter, Krista B. (Garl) Mazur, Mohrsville.

[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, February 6, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Garland, Kathryn L.

Among the local survivors of Kathryn L. (Stefansky) Garland, 85, of St. Clair, Schuylkill County, who died May 9 in Pottsville Hospital, is a son, Samuel Garland, Hamburg.

[Source: Hamburg Area Item, May 14, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Garman, Katie

Katie Garman, a housekeeper for John A. Heffner of Fleetwood R. 1, died yesterday at the home where she had served as a domestic for the last thirty years. She was in her 57th year. Born in Rockland township, April 5, 1884, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Anna, nee Weisser, Garman. She is survived by one sister, Laura, wife of Harvey Frederick of Kutztown, and one brother, Fred Garman, of Reading. All services will be held at the William S. Fritz funeral home, 55 Noble St., Kutztown, Sunday at 2 p.m. Interment will be made in Dryville cemetery. The Rev. William H. Kline of Topton will officiate.

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

Gassert, Alma Mary

Robesonia, Aug. 5 (Special). Alma Mary, wife of Wayne T. Gassert, died at her home here of complications, aged 36 years, 11 months and 21 days. She was the daughter of the late George and Emma Loeb, and was a native of Womelsdorf. There survive her husband, one daughter, Pauline; one brother, Irvin, Womelsdorf; three sisters, Sally, wife of Harry Snook, Womelsdorf; Sadie, wife of Oliver Fromm, Sinking Spring, and Florence, wife of Fred Gassert, Myerstown. Funeral Thursday at 2 p.m. from her home in this borough, with all services at the house. Rev. E.S. Leinbach will officiate. Interment in Union Cemetery, Womelsdorf. Funeral Director Fred D. Arnold, of Womelsdorf, has charge.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, August 5, 1929. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Gaston, Ashley C.

Ashley C. Gaston, 45, of 935 Church St., Reading, formerly of Orwigsburg, died Sunday at home. Born in Somerville, N.J., he was a son of George W. Gaston, Crisfield, Md., and the late Gwendoline E. Taylor Gaston. He was a 1972 graduate of Somerville High School. He attended Somerset County Technical Institute and graduated from Somerset County College in 1982. He was a 1999 graduate of Berks Career and Technical Institute. He was employed for 11 years by Metropolitan Edison, Reading, and also worked for a year for Drug Plastics and Glass Co., Boyertown. He was a Special Olympics international coach in June 1988. Surviving, in addition to his father, is a son, Jedediah T., Barnardsville, N.C.; two daughters, Tabitha and Arley Gaston, both of Barnardsville; a brother, Colby, Scranton. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday from Cramp Funeral Home Inc., Reading. Interment will be in Charles Evans Cemetery.

[Source: Pottsville Republican, June 6, 2000. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Gaugler, John

Gaugler, Leon, Sr.

Leon Gaugler Sr., 79, Wallingford, Conn., formerly of Douglassville, died July 1 in the Hospital of St. Raphael, New Haven, Conn. He was the husband of E. Ruth (Herb) Gaugler. Born in Stonersville, he was a son of the late George W. and Mary K. (Dilliplaine) Gaugler. Gaugler was employed for 40 years by Birdsboro Steel Corp., until his retirement. He was a member of Schwarzwald Lutheran Church, Jacksonwald. Gaugler was a life member of the Stonersville Fire Company. He is also survived by a daughter, Mary Ellen (Gaugler) Naples, Wallingford; and a son, Leon Jr., Douglassville. Other survivors include a sister, Esther (Gaugler) DeLong, Reading. There are also three grandchildren. Memorial services will be Aug. 6 at 10:30 a.m. at Schwarzwald Lutheran Church. The Wallingford Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Reading Eagle, July 7, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Gaugler, Mrs. William

Mrs. William Gaugler residing with her daughter Mrs. George Saylor, near Schwenksville was burned to death last Sunday night in her bed chamber through her night robe becoming ignited at an oil stove.

[Source: Berks County Democrat, January 14, 1899.]

Gaul, Edward J.

Edward J. Gaul, 83, died Aug. 17 at 10:28 p.m. in his residence in Exeter Township. He was the husband of Margaret (Smeltzer) Gaul. Born in Reading, he was a son of Catherine (Phillips) Gaul, Lake City, Fla., and the late James W. Gaul. Gaul was employed for 50 years as a salesman by Seamen's Mill Supplies Inc., West Reading, retiring in 1984. He was later employed as a bagger by Giant Food Store, Exeter Township. An Army veteran of World War II, he was a prisoner of war in Germany. Gaul was a 1939 graduate of Reading High School. He was a member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church, Reading. Gaul is also survived by five sons: Edward T., Cumru Township; Jeffrey A., Reading; and Randy L., Gary L. and Glenn A., all of Exeter Township. Other survivors include two sisters, Ruth (Gaul) Huntsberger, Lake City, and Elaine (Gaul) Shannon, Reading. There are also 11 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Services will be Monday at 10 a.m. in the Sanders Funeral Home & Cremation Services Inc. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton.

[Source: Reading Eagle, August 19, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Gaul, Marian S.

A memorial service will be held for Marian S. (Ambers) Gaul, 78, of Church Road in New Hanover, who died December 8 in Pottstown Memorial Medical Center. She was the widow of James Gaul Jr. Gaul was born in Conshohocken. She is survived by two sons, James D. Gaul Jr. of New Hanover and Gerald T. Gaul of Limerick; and two grandchildren. Gaul was predeceased by a sister and three brothers. A memorial service will be at 1 p.m. Thursday in the Holcombe Funeral Home, 21 Main St., Trappe with the Rev. Rick Knarr, the pastor of Hope Community Church in Gilbertsville, officiating. Friends may call from noon to 12:45 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Contributions may be made to the Hope Community Church Building Fund, 2732 N. Charlotte St., Gilbertsville, PA 19525. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery in Lower Merion.

[Source: Boyertown Area Times, December 12, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Gaumer, Hattie A. (nee Miller)

Hattie A., nee Miller, the estimable wife of William C. H. Gaumer, of Mertztown, died at the Allentown hospital yesterday morning at 10 o'clock of a complication of ailments. Mrs. Gaumer had been admitted to the hospital last Monday. She was in her 39th year. Born in Longswamp township, Berks county, a daughter of Frank and Mary Ann (nee Dey) Miller, she had lived for a number of years in Mertztown, where she was held in high regard by her neighbors and many friends. She was a faithful member of the Lutheran congregation of the Longswamp church. Besides her husband, she is survived by one daughter, Annie, wife of Walter Adams, at home, and one son, Charles Gaumer, Mertztown, together with two grandchildren, and the following sisters and brothers: Mrs. Wilson Heffner and Mrs. peter Moser, mertztown R. D.; Henry and Calvin Miller, Topton; Charles, Joseph and Curtis Miller, Mertztown; William Miller, Hancock, and Harvey Miller, Summit Hill. Funeral services will be held at her late home, Mertztown, on Tuesday at 2 p.m., Rev. W. F. Bond, of Shamrock, officiating. Interment will be made in Longswamp church cemetery. Friends may call at the home on Monday evening from 7 to 9 o'clock.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, January 17, 1936, page 24. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gaumer, Kenneth William

Kenneth William, infant son of William C. H. and Hettie, nee Miller, Gaumer, died at the home of his parents in Mertztown, of cholera, aged 9 months and 11 days. He is survived by his parents, a brother, Charles, and a sister, Anna, at home. The maternal grandfather also survives. The funeral will be held on Monday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock at the home of his parents with continued services in the Longswamp church. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. William F. Bond, of Shamrock, will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 27, 1929, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gay, Adam T.

Adam T. Gay, 82, of Hartman Avenue, Muhlenberg Township, died June 16 at 1:36 p.m. in St. Joseph Medical Center, where he had been a patient 10 days. Born in Avoca, Luzerne County, he was a son of the late Walter and Frances (Liss) Gay. He had been employed for 16 years as a custodian by the Reading School District. Gay, who resided with Naomi V. Dautrich, is survived by a daughter, Carol Ann (Gay) Clouse, Temple. Other survivors include a brother, Michael, Kutztown; two sisters, Sophie (Gay) Bonano and Helen (Gay) Ianucci, both of Shillington; and one grandson. Services will be private. Milkins Funeral Home Inc., Temple, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Saturday, June 21, 2003, p. B4. Submitted by: Judy.]

Gay, Adam T.

Among the local survivors of Adam T. Gay, of Muhlenberg Township, who died June 16 in St. Joseph Medical Center, where he had been a patient 10 days, is a brother, Michael Gay, Kutztown.

[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, June 26 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Gaydos, George Jr.

George Gaydos Jr., 60, formerly of Pottsville, died Friday at Reading Hospital. Born in Pottsville, he was a son of the late George Sr. and Virgie Wommert Gaydos. He was a lineman for Aerodynamics Corp., Reading. Surviving are his wife, the former Anna H. Heffner; two sons, Daryl J., Mohrsville, and George III, at home; a brother, Robert, Big Sky, Mont.; a sister, Arlene Hummel, Linglestown; two grandsons. Services will be Tuesday at 11 a.m. from Milkins Funeral Home Inc., Temple. Interment will be in Berks County Memorial Gardens, Maidencreek Township.

[Source: Pottsville Republican, November 24, 1997. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Geary, Wayne M.

POTTSTOWN, Sep. 8 — Wayne M. Geary, 72-year-old retired hosiery buyer and aviation pioneer here, died Friday in his Pottstown R. 3 home. He had been ill a year. Geary has been credited with pioneering the first airport in the Pottstown area. He was born in Hereford, a son of the late Alfred R. and Emma (Reitnauer) Geary. He had lived in the Pottstown area 47 years. Besides his wife, the former Florence Herbster, he is survived by two sons, Paul M., and William T., both of Pottstown; three sisters, Mrs. Irene Bachman; Beulah, wife of William Davis, and Mabel, wife of Floyd Shick, all of Allentown; two brothers, Frank and Terry, both of Allentown; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Houck Funeral Home, 112 N. Washington St., Pottstown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, September 9, 1957, page 23. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geby, Margaret E. (nee Neimeyer)

Mrs. Margaret E. Geby, widow of the Rev. William J. Geby, died yesterday in her home at 203 Main St., Emmaus. Born in Topton, she was a daughter of the late Isaac and Ellen (Fisher) Neimeyer. Mrs. Geby was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Emmaus. Surviving are a sister, Lydia Neimeyer, at home, and several nieces and nephews. Private services will be at 11 a.m. Monday in the Reinsmith Funeral Home, 225 Elm St., Emmaus. There will be no viewing.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, March 1, 1963, page 31. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gechter, Woodrow W.

Services were held for Woodrow W. Gechter, 79, of North Walnut Street, Boyertown, who died May 2 in his home. He was the widower of Joyce S. (Dengler) Gechter. Born in Exeter, he retired in 1986, as a molder at the Eastern Foundry in Boyertown, after 35 years. He last worked part-time at Fairview Cemetery and before that Bauman's Apple Butter in Sassamansville. Surviving are a son, Daniel B. Gechter of Topton. Also two sisters; four brothers and two grandsons. Contributions may be made to Open Bible Baptist Church, 10 Park Lane, Reading, PA 19606. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery in Boyertown. The arrangements were handled by the L.W. Ott Funeral Home Inc., Boyertown.

[Source: Boyertown Times, May 8, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Gechter, Woodrow W.

Among the local survivors of Woodrow W. Gechter, 79, who died May 2 in his Boyertown residence, is a brother, George Gechter, Bernville.

[Source: Hamburg Area Item, May 14, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Gechter, Woodrow W.

Services were held for Woodrow W. Gechter, 79, of North Walnut Street, Boyertown, who died May 2 in his home. He was the widower of Joyce S. (Dengler) Gechter. Born in Exeter, he retired in 1986, as a molder at the Eastern Foundry in Boyertown, after 35 years. He last worked part-time at Fairview Cemetery and before that Bauman's Apple Butter in Sassamansville. Surviving are a son, Daniel B. Gechter of Topton. Also two sisters; four brothers and two grandsons. Contributions may be made to Open Bible Baptist Church, 10 Park Lane, Reading, PA 19606. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery in Boyertown. The arrangements were handled by the L. W. Ott Funeral Home Inc., Boyertown.

[Source: Southern Berks News, May 14, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Gechter, Woodrow W.

Among the local survivors of Woodrow W. Gechter, who died May 2 in his Boyertown residence, is a son, Daniel B. Gechter, Topton.

[Source: The Kutztown Patriot, May 8, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Geehr, Titus E.

Titus E. Geehr, formerly of Kutztown, died Tuesday at 6.30 p.m. He was formerly a well-known hide and leather broker in New York and Chicago. He was ill four years. At times he seemed improved but recently he became weaker, following a relapse. He left Kutztown years ago for New York, where he was a bookkeeper for Keck & Mosser, for fourteen years. In 1880 he went to Chicago with William Gardner, as a partner. There they went into the hide and leather broker business. He remained two years, when he returned to New York, and took charge of their office there. They were very successful in both places. In this trade he was engaged until four years ago. He expected to return to active business, but his illness taking a more aggravated turn, he was obliged to remain here. When fourteen years old, he enlisted in the 74th Pennsylvania Volunteers. He was exceptionally tall and was received at that early age. His death was unexpected. He was found ill in his bath room, and expired in a few minutes. His father, Jacob Geehr, died in 1896. His mother, Mrs. Elizabeth Geehr, three sisters, Mrs. Stanley J. Kutz, Kirbyville, Miss Katie Geehr, at home, and Mrs. E. Y. Miller, wife of Captain Miller, stationed at Fort Sheridan, Ill., survive. His age was fifty-one years. Funeral Director Sharadin has charge. Deceased was well-to-do and as a business man, was well known in New York and Chicago. He was highly esteemed for his probity of character and leaves many friends. He was unmarried.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 27, 1901, p. 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gegenfurtner, Winifred (nee McDonough)

Gegenfurtner--On the 3d inst., Winifred (nee McDonough), widow of George Gegenfurtner. Funeral from the residence of her sister, 47 Arlington St., on Monday at 8:30 a.m. High Requiem Mass in St. Peter's Catholic Church at 9 a.m. Interment in Gethsemane Cemetery. Friends may call at the residence Sunday evening, 7 to 9.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Friday, February 4, 1949. Submitted by Nancy.]

Gehman, Ambrose

Ambrose Gehman, one of the few surviving Civil war veterans in Lehigh county, died of ailments incident to old age on Thursday morning at his late home at Macungie R. 1. He was in feeble health for several years and had been bedfast for two weeks. He was aged 87 years, 1 month and 2 days. Mr. Gehman was a son of John and Lydia (Meyer) Gehman and was born in Hereford township, Berks county. He entered the service of his country in 1864 in Co. I, 51st Infantry, of Pennsylvania, and saw service in battle around Petersburg. He was honorably discharged in May 1865. There survive one son, John, at home; one daughter, Catherine, at home; two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He was the last of his family. He was a member of the Golden Eagles of Alburtis, and of the Lutheran congregation of Lehigh church. The funeral will be held from his late home at Macungie R. 1 on Tuesday afternoon at 1.30, standard time, followed by services in Lehigh church and interment in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Carl F. Neudoerffer will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, June 14, 1929, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehman, Charles J.

Charles J. Gehman, well known plumber of 47 North Jefferson street, died Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the home of his brother-in-law, Dr. J. M. Heimbach, at Kane, McKean county, where he spent the past two weeks in an effort to recuperate from an illness. Although ill for several weeks, his death came as a shock not only to his friends but his family as well. He was born at Siesholtzville, Berks county, sixty-one years ago, a son of John B. and Mary, nee Oberholtzer, Gehman. Attending the public schools of his native town he attended business college in this city and Lebanon Valley College at Annville. On November 3, 1888, he was married to Elmira G. Heimbach at Zionsville by Rev. Eli Keller and a year later removed to this city. He engaged in the manufacture of brooms at 115 North Twelfth street and after spending several successful years in this business entered the plumbing and steamfitting business at the same address. For many years he was one of the best known of Allentown's plumbers and continued in this line of business until his death. He was a lifelong member of Zion Reformed church, this city, and was always active in the affairs of that church and served on the consistory of the congregation for some years. At the time of his death he was serving his second term as elder of the church. Fraternally he was a member of Livingston Castle, No. 258, Knights of the Golden Eagle, and of Allentown Camp, Modern Woodmen of American. He is survived by his widow, two daughters, Celia A., at home, and Mrs. William R. Morell, of this city, and a granddaughter, Dorothy E. Young. A son, Walter, died at Camp Meade, Md., in May 1919, following an illness resulting from internal gas burns he received during a gas attack in France in the closing days of the war. Three brothers, Alvin, of Coopersburg; John, of this city, and Frank, of Seisholtzville, and a sister, Mrs. Francis Hoffman, of Reading, also survive. Funeral services will be held at his late home, 47 North Jefferson street, Saturday afternoon at 3 o'clock, daylight saving. Dr. Simon Sipple will officiate. Interment will be made in the Fairview cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, August 30, 1928, pages 5, 27. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehman, Eliza Ann

Mrs. Eliza Ann Gehman, 81, Macungie R. 1, near Seisholtzville, wife of John H. Gehman, died at 12:15 a.m. yesterday at her home. A semi-invalid for the past five years, she was partially paralyzed after a stroke six months ago. Born in Berks county, daughter of the late Henry and Rebecca (nee Butz) Benfield, she lived in Macungie until 18 years ago when she moved to Pennsburg. Three and one-half months ago she moved to the home of her daughter, Maria R., wife of Ambrose W. Wetzel, with whom she resided until her death. She was a member of St. Peter's Lutheran church, Seisholtzville. Besides her husband and daughter, she is survived by a son, Elmer D., Alburtis R. 1; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She was the last of a family of 10 children. Services will be held on Saturday at 1 p.m. at St. peter's Lutheran church on the Shimersville-Seisholtzville road. Interment will be in Macungie Fairview cemetery. There will be no viewing, and relatives and friends are requested to omit flowers.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, July 2, 1947, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehman, Elmer H.

Elmer H. Gehman of 1401 E. Philadelphia Ave., Gilbertsville, was found dead in his home yesterday. He was 39. Dr. John Simpson, Montgomery County coroner, ruled the death suicide by a gunshot wound. Born in Berks county, Gehman was the son of J. William and Perma (Graber) Gehman. He was employed by Zimmer's Feed Mill in Boyertown, and a member of Huffs United Church of Christ. Surviving are his widow, Ruth (Schmoyer) Gehman; his parents; four sisters, Jennie, wife of LeRoy Dries, Macungie R. 1, Mary, wife of Edwin Wolf, Quakertown R. 3, Anna, wife of Thomas Updegrove, Oley R. 1, Mrs. Mildred Miller, Gilbertsville; and two brothers, Paul of Macungie R. 1 and William of Birdsboro. Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Hunsberger Funeral Home, 163 Main St., Pennsburg. Viewing will be Monday after 7 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, June 23, 1962, page 17. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehman, Esther F.

A private service was held for Esther F. (Conrad) Gehman, 86, wife of Charles E. Gehman, of Oak Street, Colebrookdale, who died November 17 at her home. Born in Exeter, she was a homemaker and worked with her husband at the former Gehman Shoe Repair in Boyertown until 1982. Gehman was a member of St. John's Hill United Church of Christ in Boyertown. Surviving in addition to her husband of 64 years are a daughter, Linda M. Gehman of Colebrookdale; a brother, Warren F. Conrad of Boyertown; and a sister, Viola Bower of Coventry Manor. She was preceded in death by two sisters. Contributions may be made to the Boyertown Lions Community Ambulance Service, 2 E. Second St., Boyertown, PA 19512. Burial was in Hill Church Cemetery in Boyertown. The arrangements were handled by the Morrell Funeral Home of Boyertown.

[Source: Boyertown Area Times, November 21, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Gehman, Eugene F.

Eugene F. Gehman, 48-year-old Macungie R. 1 farmer, died at 1:20 a.m. yesterday at his home near Seisholtzville. He had been stricken with a heart attack Thursday afternoon. He had been a farmer most of his life. At the time of his death, he was employed at the Erdman weaver Farm, Macungie R. 1. Born in Hereford Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Frank B. and Annie A. (Mensch) Gehman. He was the husband of Arline K. (Leiby) Gehman. Gehman was a member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Macungie R. 1, and Topton Fire Co. Surviving are his wife; a son William F., at home; two brothers, Ralph A., Emmaus, and Clarence R., Macungie, and a sister, Miss Florence E. Gehman, Collegeville R. 1. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Schmoyer Funeral Home, Breinigsville.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, April 12, 1958, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehman, Franklin B.

Franklin B. Gehman, a lifelong farmer of Hereford township, Berks county, died yesterday at 5 a.m. in the house in which he was born, near St. Peter's church, along Macungie R. 1. He was aged 64 years. He was born a son of the late John B. And Mary, nee Oberholtzer, Gehman. While a young man he attended Perkiomen seminary after which he undertook the work of the farm which his father had previously worked. He was a member of the Lutheran wing of St. Peter's church. Surviving are his wife, Annie A., nee Mensch, Gehman; three sons, Ralph A., Emmaus; Eugene F., at home; and Clarence R., Macungie; two daughters, Florence E. And Elsie E., both at home. He is also survived by one sister, Mrs. Francis Hoffman, Reading, and two grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1:30 p.m. at his late home with continued services in St. Peter's church, the Rev. D. C. Kaufman officiating. Interment in the cemetery adjoining the church.

Funeral Notice (p. 7): Age at death = 64 years, 2 months, 11 days; Buried, St. Peter's cemetery

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, February 1, 1943, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehman, John H.

John H. Gehman died last night at the home of his son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer D. Gehman, Alburtis R. 1. He was 88. Gehman was a flour and grist miller, retiring 21 years ago. Born in Hereford Township, he was a son of the late Ambrose and Maria Hunsberger Gehman. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation of St. Peter's Union Church, Macungie R. 1. Also surviving are a daughter Maria, wife of Ambrose Wetzel of Macungie; four grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Sunday in the Schmoyer Funeral Home, Breinigsville. There will be no viewing.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, March 11, 1960, page 22. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehman, John O.

John O. Gehman, a resident of this city for the past 20 years, died at his home at 216 S. 13th St., shortly before 3 a.m. Friday. He was in his 66th year. During his residence in this city, Mr. Gehman was employed at the Dungan and Fry furniture store. He was born in Berks county, near Seisholtzville, a son of John B. and Mary, nee Oberholtzer, Gehman. Prior to the 20 years spent in this city, he lived in Pennsburg. He was a member of Zion Reformed church in this city. Surviving are his widow, Ella, nee Mohr; two children, Glenna, at home and Lloyd of this city; a sister, Mrs. F. S. Hoffman of Reading, and a brother, Frank, of Macungie, R.F.D.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, February 26, 1938, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehman, John William

John William Gehman, 69, of 116 S. Franklin St., Boyertown, died yesterday in Pottstown Hospital. Born in Clayton, Washington Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Allen and Tillie (Fox) Gehman. Husband of the late Perma (Graber) Gehman, he formerly lived on Main Street in Bally and was a tile setter for Frank Roman of East Greenville. He was a member of Huff's United Church of Christ. Surviving are four daughters, Jenny, wife of LeRoy Dries of Macungie R. 1; Annie, wife of Thomas Updegrove of Oley R. 1; Mary, wife of Edwin Wolf of Quakertown R. 3, and Mildred, wife of LeRoy Yerger of Boyertown; two sons, Paul of Macungie R. 1, and William of Quakertown R. 3; 18 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Services will be 10 a.m. Friday in Huff's United Church of Christ. Viewing will be at the C. L. Losh Funeral Home, 124 W. Philadelphia Ave., Boyertown, 7-9 p.m. tomorrow.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, July 29, 1964, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehman, Lloyd B.

Lloyd B. Gehman, 58, who suffered a heart attack Wednesday while operating a crane at Air Products, Inc., died yesterday morning in his home, 120 Race St., Macungie. Active in the affairs of Upper Milford Mennonite church, he served as an elder and treasurer of the Sunday school for many years. He was sexton of Solomon Union Cemetery for the last 10 years. Born in Hereford Township, he was a son of the late John and Ida (DeLong) Gehman. He worked in the Macungie Silk Mills before he began employment at Air Products six years ago. Gehman was a member of the Macungie Fire Co. Surviving are his wife, the former Anna Idelle Heckler; two sons, Richard H., Allentown, and John J., at home; two grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. Clarence Schmoyer, Mertztown, and a step-sister, Mrs. Peter Strauss, Barto. His parents and two brothers, Robert and Nevin, preceded him in death. Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday in Upper Milford Mennonite Church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, September 27, 1957, page 30. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehman, Lydia M.A. (nee Hartline)

Mrs. Lydia M. A. Gehman of Macungie R. 1, near Siesholtzville, died at 6 p.m. Saturday at the Allentown hospital where she had been a patient for 12 days. A native of Hereford township, Berks county, she was a daughter of the late Jacob and Kathryn, nee Frey, Hartline. She was 63 years of age, and resided at the Macungie address for the past 30 years. She is survived by her husband, John S.; one son, Lloyd B., of Macungie; two daughters, Mrs. Clarence Schmoyer of Macungie R. 1 and Mrs. Peter Strauss Jr., at home; six grandchildren; one brother, Elmer Hartline, of Reamstown, and five sisters, Mrs. Annie Van Buskart, Fleetwood;, Mrs. Mary Gordon of Topton, Mrs. John Miller, Huffs Church, Mrs. Edwin Schultz, east Greenville, and Mrs. Newton Treichler of Barto. Mrs. Gehman was a member of the Lutheran wing of Huffs church. Services will be held on Friday at 1:30 p.m. at her late home, with further services in Upper Milford Mennonite church, near Zionsville. Burial will be made in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Howard Nyce will officiate.

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

Gehman, Mary

Mrs. Mary Gehman, widow of John B. Gehman, of near Siesholtzville, died on Friday evening, aged 80 years, 9 months and 17 days. She is survived by these children: A. O. Gehman, of Coopersburg; E. J. and J. O. Gehman, of Allentown, Frank S. Gehman, of Macungie R.F.D., and Mrs. Francis Hoffman, of Reading. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday morning at 10 o'clock, followed by services in Mennonite Brethren in Christ, Zionsville.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, February 12, 1921, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehman, Perma (nee Graber)

Mrs. Perma Gehman, 67, wife of J. William Gehman, of Main Street, Bally, died yesterday in her home. Born in Upper Milford Twp., Lehigh County, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Laura (Schubert) Graber. She was a member of Huffs United Church of Christ. Surviving besides her husband are three daughters, Annie, wife of Thomas Updegrove, Boyertown R. 1; Mary M., wife of Edwin Wolf, Quakertown R. 3, and Mildred, wife of LeRoy Yerger, Boyertown; two sons, Paul, Macungie R. 1, and William, Quakertown R. 3; a stepdaughter, Jennie, wife of LeRoy Dries, Macungie R. 1; a sister Minnie, wife of Charles McKay, East Greenville; a brother, Elmer Graber, East Greenville; 11 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Services will be at 3:30 p.m. Thursday in Huff's UCC. Call 7-9 p.m. Wednesday in the C. L. Losh Funeral Home, 124 W. Philadelphia Ave., Boyertown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, June 1, 1964, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehman, Sadie L.

Sadie L. Gehman, 94, formerly of Adamstown, died April 9 at 6:05 p.m. in Ephrata Manor, where she had been a resident. Her husband, Charles L. Gehman, died in 1981. Born in Brecknock Township, Lancaster County, she was a daughter of the late Martin and Katie (Lesher) Weinhold. Gehman had been employed for many years by Bollman Hat Co., Adamstown, where she operated the diner. She was a member of Peace United Church of Christ, Swartzville, Lancaster County. Gehman is survived by two daughters, Shirley G. (Gehman) Kline and Elaine F. (Gehman) Ream, both of Ephrata. Other survivors include a sister, Catherine (Weinhold) Bryant, Lancaster. There are also six grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be Wednesday at 7 p.m. in the Donecker Chapel at Ephrata Manor. Private inurnment will be in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Adamstown. The Roseboro Funeral Home, Denver, Lancaster County, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Reading Eagle, April 11, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Gehman, Sara L.

Funeral services were held for Sara L. (Brubaker) Gehman, 87, of Bally, who died January 22 in the Souderton Mennonite Home in Souderton. She was the widow of Melvin S. Gehman. Born in Selinsgrove, Snyder County, she was a homemaker. Gehman was a member of Bally Mennonite Church and the Mennonite Historians of Eastern Pennsylvania. Surviving are a son, David L. Gehman of Parkesburg, Chester County; two daughters, Ruth Stauffer of Nicholville, N.Y., and Irene Gehman of Bally. Also a brother; a sister; four grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. She was predeceased by two brothers and two sisters. Contributions may be made to the Souderton Mennonite Home Benevolent Fund, 207 W. Summit St., Souderton, PA 18964; or to the Mennonite Central Committee, 21 S. 12th St., P.O. Box 500, Akron, PA 17501. Burial was in Bally Mennonite Church Cemetery. The arrangements were handled by the Linwood W. Ott Funeral Home, Inc., Boyertown.

[Source: Boyertown Area Times, January 30, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Gehman, Tillie (nee Fox)

Mrs. Tillie Gehman, 83, died yesterday at the home of her son, William Gehman, at Clayton, Pa., of apoplexy after an illness of seven days. Her husband, Allentown Gehman, preceded her in death 14 years ago. She was the daughter of William Fox and Carolina (Gaumer) Fox. She is survived by a son, William, of Clayton, Pa., and by two sisters, Mrs. Emma Hoffman of Boyertown, and Mrs. Annie Dougherty of Allentown. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. (DST) Thursday from Moyer's Funeral home, Chestnut St., Bechtelsville. Further services will be held at Huffs church by the Rev. J. N. Blatt. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, July 10, 1939, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geho, Amy (nee Romig)

Mrs. Amy (Romig) Geho of 2410 Hanover Acres, Allentown, died yesterday in Allentown Hospital. She was 76. Born in Longswamp Township, she was a daughter of the late William and Mary (Moyer) Romig. She was the widow of William Geho. Surviving are five sons, Clinton, David, Stanley, Thomas and Henry, all of Allentown; a daughter, Mrs. Mary Bast of Allentown; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; three brothers, Harrison of Allentown, Wilmer of Bechtelsville and Martin of Topton, and a sister, Mabel, wife of Allen Folk of Walberts. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the William W. Kulik Funeral Home, 426 Hanover Ave., Allentown. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Monday.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, February 10, 1963, page B-6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehret, Adam P.

Fleetwood. June 18 -- Adam P Gehret died last evening at his home on North Franklin street, aged 81 years. He was a native of Ruscombmanor township, son of the late John and Lydia (Price) Gehret, and was a member of the Lutheran denomination. Surviving are his widow, Mary E. (Lutz) Gehret; four children, John C. and Ammon A., of Hartford, Conn.; George R. of Reading, and Naomi L., wife of Howard Miller, Boyertown; five grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Eva Schaeffer, Reading.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Tuesday June 18, 1940. Submitted by: Jeff.]

Gehret, Daniel

Daniel Gehret died of apoplexy and old age at his residence in Richmond, Berks County, aged 76 years of age. Deceased was ill for the last two and a half years, and suffered a third stroke of apoplexy about five weeks ago, which rendered him speechless. His wife, Hannah, aged 76 years and the following children survive: John, Nicholas, and Mary of Illinois; William of Allentown, Llewellyn of Reading, Lewis and Amanda at home. Jacob Gehret of South Evansville and Samuel Gehret of Shoemakersville are brothers. The funeral will be held Friday at 9:30 a.m. Rev. F. K. Huntzinger of Reading will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, August 21, 1895. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehret, Ida A.

Services were held in Grace (Alsace) Reformed Church over the remains of Ida A., wife of Benton R. Gehret, whose funeral took place from her residence, 1264 North Tenth Street. Rev. Elam J. Snyder officiated. The body was dressed in a gray silk dress and rested in a square cornered quartered oak casket with silver extension handles, silver trimmings and plate with name and age inscribed. Internment was made in the church cemetery. Undertaker Seidel had charge.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Thursday, August 30, 1917, p. 6. Submitted by: Brenda.]

Gehret, Llewellyn Z.

Llewellyn Z. Gehret died from the results of a stroke of apoplexy at 4:10 a.m. today at his home, 1231 North Tenth street, aged 83 years, 6 month and 20 days. He was stricken Saturday. He was a member of St. Luke's Lutheran Church and Camp 163, P. O. S. of A. He was born at Moselem and lived in this locality the greater part ofhis life. He was a carpenter by trade and in recent years was employed at the Reading Company's shops. Katharine (Gehret) Gehret, his wife, preceded him in death 11 years. Surviving him are two sons, Harry G., Reading; Samuel G. Gehret, Mont Alto; five grandchildren and two brothers, Lewis and William Gehret. Reading Funeral director, Seidel.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Thursday, April 24, 1930.]

Gehret, Mary E.

Fleetwood, July 5 -- Mrs. Mary E. (Lutz) Gehret, died yesterday in her home here. Born in Heidelberg Township, a daughter of the late John and Lavina (Heck) Lutz. Mrs. Gehret was a member of the Evangelical and Reformed Church. She is survived by three sons: John, Windsor Locks, Conn.; Ammon, at home, and George, Reading; a daughter, Naomi, wife of Howard Miller, Boyertown; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. in the Christ Funeral Home, this borough, the Rev. J. Paul Kehm officiating. Burial will be in St. Paul's Union Cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Tuesday, July 5, 1955. Submitted by: Jeff.]

Gehrig, Ella N.

Ella N. Gehrig, 94, formerly of 806 Park Ave., Temple, died Sunday at ManorCare Health Services, Muhlenberg Township, Berks County, where she lived since November. Born in Orwigsburg, she was a daughter of the late Henry Y. and Emma M. Knoll Gerhard. She was a member of Epiphany Lutheran Church, Temple, and Golden Rule Chapter 390, Order of Eastern Star, West Reading. Her husband, Floyd W., died in 1998. Surviving are a son, Paul F., Laureldale; a daughter, Violet E. Schaeffer, Laureldale; three grandchildren; four great-grandchildren. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at Epiphany Church. Interment will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. Milkins Funeral Home Inc., Temple, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Pottsville Republican, May 9, 2000. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Gehrig, Floyd W.

Floyd W. Gehrig, 95, of 806 Park Ave., South Temple, died Saturday in St. Joseph Hospital, Reading. He had lived at ManorCare Health Services, Muhlenberg Township, Berks County, since April 1997. Born in Schuylkill Haven, he was a son of the late Robert and Kitty Seigfried Gehrig. He was employed for 30 years by the former Curtis-Stephenson Embry Co., Reading, retiring in 1973 as general manager. He was a member of Epiphany Lutheran Church, South Temple, and a 50-year member of Lodge 62, F&AM, Reading. Surviving are his wife, the former Ella N. Gerhard; a son, Paul F., Laureldale; a daughter, Violet E. Gehrig Schaeffer, Laureldale; three grandchildren; four greatgrandchildren. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Epiphany Lutheran Church. Interment will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. Milkins Funeral Home, Temple, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Pottsville Republican, August 26, 1998. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Gehring, Mrs. Jacob (nee Maberry)

Mrs. Jacob Gehring died on Sunday at her home at 2142 North Third street, Philadelphia, aged 68 years. She was sick five weeks with apoplexy. She was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Reuben Maberry and was born in Longswamp. She spent all her married life in Philadelphia. Besides her husband, she leaves five brothers and three sisters: Former Sheriff Chas. B. Maberry and Frank Maberry, Allentown; James, Reading; William, Norwalk, Ohio; Reuben, Findlay, Ohio; Mrs. Charles Wolf, Annie and Ameline, Philadelphia. The funeral will take place on Thursday from her late home.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, January 18, 1911, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehringer, Augustus

Augustus Gehringer, of Krumsville, Berks Co., died of dropsy and general debility, aged 78 years. His wife and the following children survive: Stephen Gehringer, at home; Reuben Gehringer, of Germansville; Mrs. George Ruff, of Krumsville; Mrs. Alfred Bailey, of Ziegle Church; Mrs. John Frey, of Grimsville; and Kate Gehringer, of Allentown. Interment was made in the Grimsville cemetery, and services held at the Bethel Zion's Church, Rev. O. S. Scheirer officiating.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, May 28, 1902, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehringer, Elmer M.

Private services were arranged by the Robert S. Nester Funeral Home, New Tripoli, Lehigh County, for Elmer M. Gehringer, Old Route 22, Krumsville, who died Jan. 31 in Kutztown Manor Nursing Home. Burial was in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Lebanon County. He was predeceased by his wife, Gladys M. (Snyder) Gehringer. Born in Virginville, he was a son of the late Walter A. and Emma M. (Gruber) Gehringer. Until retiring in 1980, he was employed as an equipment operator by Operating Engineers Union 542, Allentown, for 35 years. He was a member of Friedens Lutheran Church,Stony Run. Gehringer was a World War II Army Air Force veteran. He was a 50-year member of the Huguenot Lodge 377 Free and Accepted Masons, Kutztown, and a 32nd degree Mason with the Reading Consistory. Surviving are a brother, Russell C. Gehringer, Krumsville, and two sisters, Anna D. (Gehringer) Eyer, Hamburg, and Dawn H. (Gehringer) Frick, Allentown.

[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, February 6, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Gehringer, Ernest F.

Ernest F. Gehringer, 56, of 156 E. Main St., Kutztown, died Wednesday in Allentown Hospital. He was the husband of Elda M. (Schade) Gehringer. Gehringer was a machinist for the Robert Kauffman Machine Shop, Kutztown, for nine years before retiring in 1975. Before that he was a machinist and bus driver for Carl R. Bieber, Inc., Kutztown, for 15 years. Born in Ruscombmanor Township, he was a son of the late Herbert C. and Florence (Strause) Gehringer. He was a member of New Jerusalem United Church of Christ, Fleetwood R. 1. Gehringer was president of the Kutztown fire Co. Benevolent Association and a past president of the fire company. he served on the organizational committee of the berks Dialysis Clinic. surviving with his widow are a daughter, Linda L., wife of Richard J. DeLong of Lyon Station; a son, Edwin H. of Kutztown; three sisters, Mrs. Kathryn Becker of Fleetwood; Mildred, wife of Clarence Frederick, of Fleetwood R. 4; and Betty, wife of Robert Seidel, of Fleetwood R. 3; two brothers, Herbert C., of Fleetwood R. 1; and Leonard P., of Oley R. 1; and three grandchildren. services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday in the Mae A. Stump Funeral Home, 117 W. Main St., Fleetwood. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. Friday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, December 28, 1978, page D-7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehringer, Herbert F.C.

Herbert F. C. Gehringer, an employe of the Topton foundry, died yesterday at his home near Fleetwood. He was born in Albany township, Berks county, a son of the late David and Katherine, nee Roth, Gehringer. Surviving are his wife, Florence B., nee Strause, Gehringer, and the following children: Katherine, wife of John W. Becker, Fleetwood; Mildred, wife of Clarence Frederick, Fleetwood R. 2; Ernest, Fleetwood; Elizabeth, wife of Robert D. Seidel, Fleetwood R. 2; William D., USN overseas; Herbert, Jr., and Leonard R., at home, and two grandchildren. Also surviving are two sisters, Mrs. Addie Schlenker and Mrs. Elsie Kercher, Kutztown, and three brothers, Howard, Northmont; Robert, Hamburg, and Walter, Krumsville. He was a member of the Kutztown Aerie, F.O.E.; the Fleetwood Nest of Orioles, the Fleetwood Fire Co., and the P. and R. Relief Assn. The funeral will be held at 2p.m. Tuesday at the Stump funeral home, Fleetwood, with Revs. W. H. Kline and A. G. Wodring officiating. Interment will be in Zion New Bethel cemetery, Grimville.

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

Gehringer, Howard George

Howard George, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Walter E. Gehringer, of near Wessnersville, died on Sunday morning, aged 4 months and 15 days. Funeral on Thursday afternoon from the residence of the parents. Services in Bethel Zion's Church, at Grimsville. Burial in the cemetery adjoining. Rev. O. S. Scheirer will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, August 14, 1906, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehringer, Jonas

As the result of a stroke of apoplexy, Jonas Gehringer died on Wednesday at the home of Robert Gehringer, near Maxatawny, aged 71 years, 9 months and 16 days. He had been ill for two weeks. He leaves two brothers and one sister, James, of Maxatawny; Charles, of Superior, Wisconsin; Mrs. Charles Dorney, of Weisenburg. The funeral will be held on Monday with services at 9.30 a.m. at the home of Robert Gehringer. Interment will be made in the Seiberlingsville church cemetery. Rev. A. O. Ebert will officiate. Undertaker Fritz is in charge.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, April 22, 1922, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehringer, Webster

Webster Gehringer died at Reading, January 9, aged thirty-two years of pneumonia. He was employed as a section foreman on the P.&R.R.R. for sixteen years. He is survived by his wife, Ella Gordon, and four small children, Pauline, Mildred, Margaret, and Beatrice. Also by his mother, brother Leon, and three sisters, Florence, Helen, and Mrs. Harvey Yoder, all of Topton. The funeral will be held Tuesday at 1 p.m. at Mertztown Church. Interment adjoining cemetery.

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

Gehris, Abraham

Abraham Gehris died on the 2d inst. at the residence of his son-in-law, David Becker, near Hill Church, Berks county. He was born January 8, 1814, and was aged 89 years, 2 months and 26 days. The funeral was held last Tuesday, from the residence of his son, Jesse Gehris, near Hill Church, interment being made at Huff's Church and Rev. Frantz, of Zionsville, performed the ceremonies. He is survived by one son and five daughters, two sons and two daughters having preceded him in death. Forty-five grandchildren and several great-grandchildren also survive. Mrs. Elizabeth Neitz, wife of R. A. Neitz, proprietor of the Continental Hotel, is a granddaughter of the deceased.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, April 9, 1903, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehris, Betsy (nee Griess)

Betsy (nee Griess), wife of Mahlon Gehris, died Friday afternoon at Dale after being bedfast for nearly a week. She had been in declining health for over a year. Funeral from the home of their son-in-law, Oscar Benfield, with further services and interment at Huff's church. Deceased leaves her husband, one daughter, Mary, wife of Oscar Benfield, and two sons, John, Pennsburg, and Charles, near East Greenville. A brother resides in Reading.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, November 23, 1915, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehris, Daisy S.

Daisy S. Gehris, wife of Wilson Gehris, died yesterday morning at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Eli Pennypacker, Cherry St., Topton. She was aged 51 years, one month and two days. She was the daughter of Priscilla, nee Miller, and the late Elmer DeLong. Surviving are her husband, her mother, one daughter Mildred of Reading, one son Russell of Kutztown, and two brothers, Irving DeLong of Kutztown and Roy DeLong of Mexico. All services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the Schofer funeral home, 107 Main St., Topton. Interment will be made in the Lyons cemetery. Rev. Raymond Miller will officiate. Friends may call at the funeral home Sunday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, February 2, 1940, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehris, David S.

David S. Gehris, 80, of 1106 Hanover Acres, Allentown, a retired gardener at the Trexler Park Greenhouses, died yesterday at his residence. He was the husband of Gertrude (Rothrock) Gehris. Born in Topton, he was a son of the late Nathan and Priscilla Gehris. He has been a resident of Allentown for the last 60 years. He was a member of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church of Allentown. Surviving, in addition to his widow, are two sons, Mitchell and Clinton, both of Allentown; nine daughters, Elsie, wife of Robert Ralph; Mrs. Charlotte Schuler; Laura, wife of Russell Ruch; Katherine, wife of Elwood Flamish; Mrs. J. R. Larsen, Alice, wife of Robert Kincaid; Christine, wife of Charles Schaff, and Dorothy, wife of Jerome Scheirer, all of Allentown, and Fannie, wife of Edward Ireon of Pittstown; 21 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Services will be at 11 a.m. tomorrow in the Weber Funeral Home, 502 Ridge Ave., Allentown. Calling hours will be 7-9 p.m. today.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, May 19, 1961, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehris, Elizabeth

Mrs. Elizabeth Gehris aged 32 years, wife of John B Gehris, Portsmouth, Va., died in St. Joseph’s Hospital, on Friday afternoon, after being operated on last Monday. Mrs. Gehris was a visitor at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Humma, 1123 Walnut Street, since the third week of December, when she was taken ill. Besides her husband, deceased is survived by her parents, Henry and Elizabeth Humma, and the following brothers and sisters: Edward Humma, Henry Humma, Adam Humma, Bernard Humma, Kate, wife of Clayton Potteiger; Emma, wife of Edward Kortenhorn, this city; Helen, wife of Alvin Eyrich, Shillington; E. Flora Humma, Gertrude Humma, and Viola Humma, this city.The remains were removed to the home of the deceased’s parents. Mrs. Gehris was a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Saturday, January 26, 1907. Submitted by Betty.]

Gehris, Emma

Gehris--In Muhlenberg township, on the 11th inst., Emma, wife of Mahlon Gehris, aged 35 years, 3 months and 25 days. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from her late residence, Muhlenberg township, near Leiss' Bridge, on Wednesday morning at 9 o'clock. Services and interment at Alsace church.

[Source: Reading Eagle, June 15, 1886. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Gehris, Emmanuel W.

Emmanuel W. Gehris of 432 N. Lumber St., Allentown, died yesterday in the Allentown Hospital. He was 80. He was a plant maintenance man for the Ludlow Manufacturing Co. when that firm operated in Allentown. He retired 16 years ago. He was the husband of Grace L. (Gilleo) Gehris. Born in Shamrock, Berks County, he was a son of the late Obediah and Emma Gehris. He lived in Allentown for 24 years. He was a member of Bethel Bible Fellowship congregation, Allentown. Surviving besides his widow are a stepson, Roy J. Miller, and three grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Trexler Funeral Home, 1625 Highland St., Allentown. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. tomorrow.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, September 8, 1969, page 27. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehris, Erwin B.

Erwin B. Gehris, 74-year-old farmer of Berks county, died Saturday night at his home near Hill Church. A son of the late Jesiah and Carolina (Becker) Gehris, he was a charter member of landisville Council, 1007, O. of I.A., Landis Store, and a member of St. John's Hill Reformed church. A brother, James, of Allentown Star Route, is his only survivor. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at his home near Hill Church and be continued in Hill Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Rev. John L. Herbster will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, January 13, 1947, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehris, Frank

Frank Gehris, a lifelong resident of Hereford township, Berks county, died yesterday at the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Percy Leh, Huffs Church. He was in his 80th year. Mr. Gehris was a son of the late William and Lovina, nee Quillman, Gehris. He was the last of a family of 14. He held membership in the Lutheran congregation of Huffs church. Surviving are six children, Beulah, wife of Wesley Frey, Emmaus; Jennie, wife of Lewis clymer, Allentown; Elsie, wife of Percy Leh, with whom he resided for 24 years; Mrs. Katie Kemmerer, Allentown; Russell, of Landis store; and Helen, wife of Lawrence Huber, Niantic. Also surviving are 25 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary, nee Rader, Gehris. Services will be held at the Schwenk funeral home, Boyertown, on Thursday at 2 p.m., the Rev. Wilson G. Hartsell officiating. Burial in Huffs church cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, December 23, 1946, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehris, Mr. and Mrs. Henry

Some weeks ago Mr. and Mrs. Henry Gehris, an aged couple of Mertztown, were taken with typhoid fever in a very severe form. Their condition latterly was considered critical, and on Monday morning last at 4.30 the husband died, aged 72 years, and at 7 o'clock the wife, aged 76, had also to succumb to the grim monster Death. The general esteem in which the deceased aged husband and wife were held by the community naturally deepened the impression which the solemn and unwonted event of their dying so close together is calculated to convey. United in live for a long period, it seemed fitting that they should journey together down the dark valley of the shadow of death to partake of the unspeakable joy, happiness, and gladness of the Eternal City, whose portals they entered triumphant and victorious. Mr. Gehris was for years sexton of the Mertztown Church. The funeral will take place on Friday morning at Mertztown. Rev. Mr. Brensinger of Fleetwood and Rev. Mr. Kramlich of Kutztown will officiate. They will be buried in one coffin, which has been ordered from undertaker Daubenspeck, of this city.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, January 1, 1896, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehris, Mr. and Mrs. Henry

The double casket in which Mr. and Mrs. Henry Gehris, the aged Mertztown couple who died on Monday morning of last week were buried on Friday, was 5 feet 9 inches long, 88 inches wide and 16 inches deep. It was so large that a section of the wall of the house had to be removed to get it in and out. It had been Mr. and Mrs. Gehris' dying prayer that they might depart this life close together. But two hours and a half elapsed between their deaths.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, January 8, 1896, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehris, Isaac H.

Isaac H. Gehris, a native of Washington township, Berks county, died Monday afternoon at his home, the resident of Mr. and Mrs. Eli Pennypacker, Smith street, Topton, after a lingering illness. He was aged 71 years. He was last employed at the Donaldson Iron company, Emaus. Mr. Gehris was a son of the late Levi and Sallie Heydt Gehris. His wife Emma, nee Weller, preceded him in death by many years. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Eli Pennypacker, Topton, and Mrs. Levi Kline, Shamrock; two sons, Wilson, of Kutztown, and William, of Hill Church, and a number of grandchildren. The funeral will be held Friday morning with brief services at his late home at 9.30 o'clock followed by regular services in Hill Church, Rev. William L. Meckstroth officiating. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, February 4, 1931, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehris, John M.

Suffering for the past eleven weeks from burns that seared his entire body and just at a time when he was thought to be on the road to recovery, John M. Gehris, a well known resident of Fleetwood and Topton, died Thursday night at 9 o'clock in the Reading hospital from pneumonia, aged 62 years and 26 days. Mr. Gehris was employed for a number of years at the Fleetwood Body Corporation plant, as a fireman. While wheeling a barrow of hot ashes from the boilerhouse to a dump, he tripped, fell and the ashes were strewn over his clothing which caught fire, badly burning his face, legs and body. He was a native of Hereford township, Berks county, and a son of the late Daniel Gehris and wife, Elizabeth Moll Gehris. He was wedded to Amelia Hammes, who died about twenty-seven years ago. There survives one son, Roy Gehris, of Kutztown; three daughters, Mrs. Samuel Rickert and Mrs. Lloyd J. Butz, Allentown; Mrs. J. R. Cresswel, New York, the following sisters and brothers: Peter, Wyomissing; William and Mrs. James Heist, Reading; James, Jacob and Mrs. William Stern, Lyons; Thomas, Kutztown; Mrs. Henry Miller, Bechtelsville; Mrs. Seneca Hilbert, Fleetwood; Mrs. Elmer Zimmerman, Monterey, and one granddaughter, Doris Elaine Kutz, Allentown. The remains were taken in charge by Undertaker Schofer, of Topton. The funeral will be held Tuesday morning at 9.30 o'clock from the home of Mrs. Hilbert, South Richmond street, Fleetwood. Services will be conducted there and in Christ Reformed church, Bowers. Interment will be made in Lyons cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, February 9, 1929, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehris, Levina

Mrs. Levina, widow of William Gehris, died at 6 o'clock Sunday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. David Schlatt, Emaus, of ailments of old age. She would have reached her eighty-second year next month. She was born and raised near Clayton and came to Emaus three years ago. She was the mother of thirteen children, only one of whom, Frank, of Clayton, survives her with seven grandchildren. The funeral will be held on Tuesday at 8.30 a.m. followed by services by Rev. D. C. Kauffman at Huff's Church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, September 24, 1912, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehris, Lizzie

Gehris, in this city, February 22, 1896, Lizzie, widow of the late Obediah Gehris, aged about 36 years. Funeral from her late residence, Jordan Street above Liberty, on Tuesday morning at 10:30 o'clock to which relatives and friends are invited without further notice. Burial in Shamrock, Berks County.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, February 25, 1895. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehris, Martha W. (nee Fritch)

Mrs. Martha W. Gehris, wife of Jacob Gehris, Lyons, Berks County, died Sunday morning in Blough Convalescent Home, Bethlehem, where she was admitted April 18. She was 69. She was a member of Christ Church, Bowers, and the ladies aid society of that church. Born in District Township, Berks County, Mrs. Gehris was a daughter of the late Frank and Sarah (Wisser) Fritch. Surviving, in addition to her husband, are the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Mary German, Allentown; Mrs. Sally Hertzog, Mertztown; Mrs. Jennie Stettler, Allentown; Mrs. Joseph Hamsher, Kutztown; Laura, wife of Edward Benson, Baltimore; Frank, Philadelphia, and Austin, Hamburg.

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

Gehris, Mary

A Long Lived Family. Death of the Widow of Peter Gehris.

Mrs. Mary Gehris, widow of the late Peter Gehris, died at her residence in District township, of a stroke of apoplexy, aged 91 years. Deceased was in good health up to within a few days of her death. Mrs. Gehris lived all her days within a quarter of a mile of where she was born, having moved but once. Mrs. Gehris was twice married. Her first husband, William Thompson, died about 64 years ago, and her second husband, 4 years ago. Of the first husband, the following children survive: Dr. L. H. Thompson, of this city; John H. Thompson, Doe Run, Chester County, and Joel G. Thompson, Coatsville.

Of her second husband the following: Henry and Peter Gehris of Fleetwood, and Daniel Gehris of Richmond.

The family is noted for its longevity. Deceased's oldest sister, Betsy, was 94 years old when she died; a second sister, Nancy, 76 years; the third, Katie, was 93, the fourth, Susanna, 92, and the fifth sister, Sarah died aged 80 years, while the mother of this family was 97 years old.

[Source: Reading Eagle, June 14, 1887. Submitted by Betty.]

Gehris, Sarah (nee Becker)

The remains of Mrs. Sarah Gehris, Upper Hanover township, Montgomery county, were laid to rest in Huff"s church cemetery on Monday. The deceased was a daughter of George and Sarah (Herb) Becker, and was born in District township, berks county, on November 21, 1857; and was baptized January 31, 1858, by Rev. Carl Herman, the sponsors having been Daniel Herb and Lovina Heydt. In early youth she was confirmed in the Lutheran faith at Hill church by Rev. S. R. Boyer. She was joined in marriage by Rev. D. K. Humber on September 1, 1877, to Abraham Gehris, who died thirty-two years ago. Of four sons and five daughters, one son died in infancy,. Mrs. Gehris passed away suddenly on October 31, while living with her daughter, Mrs. James Lesher, near Palm. She was aged 70 years, 11 months and 10 days. There remains three sons and five daughters, forty grandchildren and twenty-eight great-grandchildren: John and George Gehris, Fogelsville; Alvin, Hosensack; Annie, wife of James Lesher, Palm; Sallie, wife of John lesher, Palm; Minnie, wife of John Hillegass, Savannah, wife of William Mohr, and Katie, wife of John Miller.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Friday, November 9, 1928, page 32. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gehris, Wilson H.

Wilson H. Gehris, 75, died Wednesday in his home at 25 Callowhill St., Topton. He was the husband of Daisy (DeLong) Trexler, who died in 1940. Gehris was a long-time employee of the Caloric Corp. in Topton before his retirement in 1961. Born in District Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Isaac H. and Emma E. (Weller) Gehris. A veteran of World War I, he served with the Army during the Battle of Argonne. Surviving are a stepson, Russell Boyer of Kutztown. Gehris resided with a niece, Erma M. Pennepacker. services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday in the Earl A. Trexler Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton. Calling hours will be from 9 a.m. Monday until the time of services.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, March 11, 1971, page 67. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geidner, Susanna (nee Christman)

Mrs. Susanna Geidner, wife of James L. Geidner, died yesterday morning at her home, No. 828 Maple street. She suffered from kidney and liver trouble for one year, but was confined to bed only a week. Deceased was 57 years, 6 months and 18 days old, and was born in Longswamp township, Berks county. Her maiden name was Christman. She was married thirty-eight years ago to James L. Geidner, who, with the following six children, survive: Mrs. Kate Roth, Mrs. Oscar Koch, Mrs. Carrie Bertelot and Mattie Geidner, of this city; Mrs. Lillie Williams, of Brooklyn, and Mrs. Thomas Smith, of Madison, Neb. She was a member of Trinity United Evangelical Church. The funeral will take place Monday afternoon, Rev. D. A. Medlar officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, February 4, 1898, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geiger, Amelia (nee Ettinger)

Amelia (nee Ettinger), wife of Henry Geiger, a life-long resident of Longswamp township, died of gangrene, after suffering for more than a year, at the home of Charles Hottenstein, of Mertztown, aged 79 years. Her husband, Edwin Geiger, of town, and a daughter, Mrs. Allen Hottenstein, of Maple Grove, survive. Funeral Wednesday afternoon, at Mertztown Church. Rev. M. H. Brensinger will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, July 29, 1915, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geiger, Catharine

Geiger -- On the 7th instant, in Union township, Catharine, widow of the late Geo. Geiger, in the 85th year of her age.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, October 17, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Geiger, Charles W.

Charles W. Geiger, retired Kutztown foundry employee, died at his home in Bowers Saturday night, at the age of 63. He was a native of Rockland township, a son of the late James and Sarah (Oswald) Geiger, and was a member of Trinity Lutheran church, Bowers. He was also a member of Lyons Fire Co. There survive his wife, Mamie (Reiter) Geiger; these children: Charles J., at home; Paul J., Macungie R. 1; Verna, wife of Earl Reinert, Shamrock; Helen, wife of Herbert Heffner, Mertztown R. 1; Luella, wife of Curtis Conrad, Bowers; Esther, wife of Harold Maderia, Kutztown R. 1; and Minerva, wife of Harold Fricker, Boyertown R. 1; 19 grandchildren, and a sister, Mrs. Lizzie Wright, Coplay R. 1.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, July 18, 1949, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geiger, David H.

St. Clair-- At 7:14 o'clock yesterday morning the spirit of D. H. Geiger, of town, passed to its Maker. Deceased was a long and patient sufferer, having suffered intense agony for the past two weeks, being a victim of enlargement of the heart and liver and fatty degeneration of the heart. Everything that was possible to be done in order to relieve his distress during his last hours. Specialist Stengle, of the University of Pennsylvania Hospital was called, and with Dr. A. P. Carr's assistance relieved the afflicted man as much as medical aid could, but all to no avail. David H. Geiger was born in Geigertown, Berks County, and was a son of John and hannah Geiger. He was about 69 years and 6 months old. About fifty-three years ago, he took up his residence in St. Clair and became engaged in mining and as an engineer at old Reppelier's Colliery. He afterwards became a superintendent at these works, and later was one of the operators. He also was interested in coal lands in Minersville. Later on in his life he started a lumber yard in town, and was very successful. A shoe store was also one of his ventures.

After a very active business life he retired about 7 years ago, and built himself a beautiful residence on the main street of town, in which he spent the remainder of his days. He was an active worker in the interests of his town, and was a prominent member of the Masons, G.A.R., and I.O.O.F, of town. Deceased was the father of four children, all having died in their infancy. His wife only survives. The funeral will take place on Saturday morning at 8 o'clock sharp. Services will be conducted at the home of the deceased on Friday night at 8 o'clock, by Rev. Amthor, of the M.E. Church, of town. The funeral will leave the house on Saturday morning and take the 8:38 P. & R. train to connect with the 9 o'clock train at Pottsville for Reading. Interment will be made in the Charles Evans Cemetery.

[Source: Chronicle, Pottsville, PA, July 6, 1899). Submitted by Glenn.]

Geiger, Emily (nee Gulden)

Douglassville, Jan. 5 — Mrs. Emily (Gulden) Geiger, an 1890 graduate of Cedar Crest College, died yesterday in the Boyer Convalescent Home here. She was 95. Mrs. Geiger was considered the college's oldest living graduate. She spent most of her life in Philadelphia, having been active in Cedar Crest's local alumnae chapter. A native of Yellow House, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late John Frederick and Hannah (Rhoads) Gulden. Her husband, Jacob F. D. Geiger, a Philadelphia druggist, died in 1915. Among her survivors is a son, Jacob DeTurk Geiger, supervisor of physical education for Philadelphia public schools. Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday in St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Amityville, Berks County.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, January 6, 1958, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geiger, Erma Mamie

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, January 22, 1923, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geiger, Erma Mamie

Erma Mamie, the young daughter of Charles W. Geiger, and wife Mamie Edamina (nee Reiter), of Bowers, died of pneumonia Friday, aged 20 years, 2 months and 2 days. She was baptized December 5, 1902, by Rev. W. F. Bond, the parents being sponsors. Services were held on Wednesday at 1.30 p.m. with further services in Trinity Lutheran church, Bowers. Interment in the Union cemetery adjoining. The pallbearers were Catherine Fegely, Blanche Schwoyer, Alice Ohlinger and Myrtle Hess.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Friday, January 26, 1923, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geiger, Florence (nee Gallmoyer)

Mrs. Florence M. Geiger, 49, died Tuesday in her home at Kutztown R. 2. She was the wife of Stanley R. Geiger. Born in Greenwich Township, she was a daughter of the late John F. and Laura (Emore) Gallmoyer. She was a member of Mount Zion Lutheran Church, Krumsville. Surviving besides her husband are five daughters, Diane L., wife of Edward German, of Kutztown R. 3; Mrs. Barbara A. Hoch, of Kutztown R. 2; and Cathy A., Laurie K. and Lisa J., all at home; three sisters, Elsie wife of Martin Zettlemoyer, of Lenhartsville R. 1; Mary, wife of Edward Wright, of Virginville; and Mrs. Neida Fabian, of Kutztown; a brother Charles, of Fleetwood R. 2; and three grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday in the church. Calling hours will be from noon until the time of services Friday. The Fritz Funeral home, Kutztown, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, August 21, 1974, page 59. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geiger, Gussie

Geiger, In this city, at 6 o'clock Sunday morning, Gussie, wife of Oliver S. Geiger, and only child of Mrs. S.M. Shollenberger, in the 20th year of her age.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, November 14, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Geiger, Henry

Henry Geiger, an aged and respected citizen of Mertztown, died on Thursday morning at Shillington after a four years' illness, aged 90 years, 10 months and 3 days. He is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Alice Hottenstein, of Maple Grove, and Edwin J. Geiger, a son, of Mertztown. Funeral will be held on Monday, December 7, at 2 p.m. from the home of his son, Edwin J. Geiger, at Mertztown. Continued services in St. Paul's Union church at Mertztown, and interment in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. M. H. Brensinger, of Fleetwood, will officiate. Undertaker Irwin D. DeLong, of Topton, has charge.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, December 5, 1925, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geiger, Lucien

Rev. F. K. HUNTZINGER officiated at the service held over the remains of Lucien GEIGER whose funeral took place at 2 p.m. today from Undertaker Seidel's morgue, 117 North Fifth Street. The remains were attired in black and lay in a square walnut casket with silver trimmings and plate. Member of Lodge No. 62, F. and A.M. and of the Junior Fire Company, and employees of the Conrad Machine Works were present. Interment was made in Charles Evans Cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, June 24, 1908.]

Geiger, Margaret

In Geigertown, on the 6th, Margaret, widow of John Geiger, aged 80 years 4 months and 26 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, John Smale, at the old homestead, at Geigertown, on Thursday May 9th at 10 o'clock at the house. Services in St. James Lutheran Church. Interment in St. James Cemetery. Teams will meet the morning train from Reading, at Geigertown Station.

[Source: Reading Eagle, May 6, 1907. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Geiger, Margaret R.

Margaret R. "Sam" Geiger, 67, Reading, died of natural causes July 17 at 5:55 p.m. in St. Joseph Medical Center, where she had been a patient for one day. She was the wife of Richard H. Geiger. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Melvin and Mary (Pfeifer) Westcott. Geiger had been employed for 35 years as an executive secretary by Bachman Pretzels, Reading. She previously worked for the Berks County Bar Association and was a legal secretary for attorneys Robert Moore and Tom Binder. She was a 1955 graduate of Reading High School. Geiger is also survived by a daughter, Susan E. Doerrman, Reading; two sons, Jeffrey S. Doerrman, Fleetwood, and Michael K. Doerrman, Blandon; and four stepdaughters: Inez K. (Geiger) Whipple and Lisa A. (Geiger) Kretzman, both of Mount Penn; Amy L. Geiger, Reading; and Alta M. (Geiger) Bachtlin, Shillington. Other survivors include a sister, Pat (Westcott) Ehrhart, Palmyra, Lebanon County, and a half brother, John Eisenhower, Reading. There are also four grandchildren, eight stepgrandchildren and two stepgreat-grandchildren. Memorial services will be Thursday at 11 a.m. in John P. Feeney Funeral Home Inc.

[Source: Reading Eagle, July 19, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Geiger, Mary

Mrs. Mary Geiger died at the resident of her son, George Geiger, at Mertztown, aged 84 years. Funeral this morning at 10 o'clock, Rev. M. H. Brensinger officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, July 1, 1897, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geiger, Mary E.

On the 19th, Mary E (nee Hahs), Geiger, aged 73 years. Services from Theo C Aumen, Inc., Funeral Parlors, 247 Penn St., Monday at 11 a.m. Interment in Charles Evans Cemetery. Friends may call Sunday evening, 7 to 9.

[Source: Reading Eagle, January 22, 1955. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Geiger, Robert W.

Funeral services for Pfc. Robert W. Geiger, 23, son of the late John D. and Gertrude Meitzler Geiger, Kutztown, will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday in St. John's Reformed church, Kutztown. Rev. D. Horton Nace, pastor, will be in charge of the service. Full military rites will be given in honor of Pfc Geiger by the Geiger Zimmerman Post 7013, VFW, which is named after Geiger, and Hoch-Balthouser Post, American Legion. Pfc. Geiger was inducted into the army May 3, 1942, and trained at Shelby, Miss., with the 172nd infantry, Co. E, of the 23rd division. He served seven months in the Southwest Pacific area and was killed in action, July 14, 1943, in the Munda campaign on New Georgia island. He was a graduate of Kutztown High school in 1937 and was employed as an inspector by the Mack Manufacturing Corp. prior to entering the service. He was a member of St. John's Reformed church. He is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Lawrence Sunday, Hamburg RD3, and Mrs. David Adam, Hamburg RD2; four brothers, Linwood, Philadelphia; Wayne, Topton; Stanley, Kutztown RD2; and James, hamburg RD3; and a step-sister, Mrs. Wallace Berger, Allentown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, June 26, 1948, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geiger, William

William Geiger formerly of this city, died at 7 a.m., Sunday, in Phila., of the infirmities of old age, 84 years old. Deceased was a well-known shoe merchant and for 25 years conducted a shoe store where the Reading National Bank is now located. He resided in Reading nearly all his life and was a member of Trinity Lutheran church. His wife preceded him in death many years. Two children remain: Mrs. Samuel Wilhelm and Alice Geiger, of Phila. William Rettew, of this city, is a son-in-law.

[Source: Reading Eagle, May 8, 1899, page 1. Submitted by Marcia.]

Geiger, William

William Geiger, an aged and respected citizen of Mertztown, died there Thursday morning from the effects of a stroke of apoplexy. He was 84 years, 7 months, 11 days. He retired several years ago after having spent many years in the tinsmith trade. His wife Mary Geist died 32 years ago and since that time, Mr. Geiger made his home with his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. William P. Butz, Mertztown. He was a son of the late Henry and Maria, Haas, Geiger, and was born in Ruscombmanor township, Berks county. He was a member of the St. Paul's Reformed congregation at Mertztown and was sexton of the church for many years. Besides his daughter, he is survived by an adopted daughter, Miss Rosa Stanger, three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. The funeral will be held on Tuesday, April 27, at 10 a.m. from the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. William P. Butz, Mertztown. Short services will be held at the house and regular services in St. Paul's Union church. Interment in the cemetery adjoining. Rev. N. H. Brensinger, Fleetwood, will officiate.

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

Geigle, Irene C.

Irene C. Geigle, 82, Wyomissing, died April 30 in Reading Hospital. She was the husband of William A. Geigle. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Leopold and Maria (Zdunowski) Kowalski. Geigle had been employed by Linette Candy Co., Reading, until her retirement. She was a member of St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church, Reading. Geigle is also survived by a son, Michael W., Sinking Spring; and four daughters: Christine (Geigle) Tollman, Easton, Md.; Susan (Geigle) Swanger, Leesport; Roseann (Geigle) Jormoski, Morgantown; and Noreen (Geigle) Smith, in Massachusetts. Other survivors include two brothers, Frank Kowalski, Reiffton, and Joseph Kowalski, Douglassville; and two sisters, Barbara (Kowalski) Himmelreich, Reading, and Theresa (Kowalski) Reider, Wyomissing. There are also six grandchildren. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday at 10 a.m. in St. Mary's Church. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery. Gallman-Sonoski Funeral Home Inc., Reading, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, May 2, 2005. Submitted by Nancy.]

Geis, Russell F.

Among the local survivors of Russell F. Geis, 94, formerly of South Temple, who died Jan. 29 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient one day, is a daughter, Dolores (Geis) Clouser, Shoemakersville.

[Source: Hamburg Area Item, February 5, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Geise, Willoughby

Geise--In Lenhartsville, January 18th, of typhoid fever. Willoughby Geist [sic], aged 36 years, 1 month and 25 days.

[Source: Reading Eagle, January 29, 1868. Submitted by Nancy.]

Geisinger, Edwin K.

Edwin K. Geisinger of Barto R. 1 died at his home yesterday. He was 81. Born in Chapel, Berks County, he was a son of the late Jonathan and Calistine (Klotz) Geisinger. He retired from farming several years ago. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Huff's Union Church. Surviving with his wife, Mary (Trollinger) Geisinger, are a son Earl, of Trexlertown, a grandson and a great-granddaughter. Services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday in the Hunsberger Funeral Home at 163 Main St., Pennsburg. Viewing will be after 7 p.m. Monday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, September 16, 1961, page 17. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geisinger, Howard A.

Howard A. Geisinger, Berks county antiques dealer, died suddenly at 4 o'clock yesterday afternoon, a few moments after he suffered a heart attack while seated in a chair at his home at Oreville, Mertztown R.D. He was 58 years old. A resident of Berks county practically all of his life, Mr. Geisinger conducted an antique business that brought many to his home in the quest of old furniture and curios. He was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, the son of the late William and Maria, nee Frey, Geisinger. Surviving are his wife, Jennie, nee Ruppert, Geisinger; three children, Mrs. Mahlon E. Fritch, Topton; Mrs. Paul E. Hertzog, Mertztown R.D.; Howard N. Geisinger, Kutztown; ten grandchildren and these brothers and sisters: Oscar Geisinger of Kutztown; William Geisinger of Kutztown R.D.; Mrs. Peter Boyer of Fleetwood; Mrs. Benjamin Reitnauer of Emmaus and Mrs. Howard High of Reading. Funeral services will be held from his late home at Oreville Saturday at 1:30 p.m. with continued services in New Jerusalem church. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery. Friends may call Friday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 28, 1938, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geisinger, Jennie C.

Mrs. Jennie C. Geisinger, 87, of 149 W. Walnut St., Kutztown, died Thursday in her home. She was the widow of Howard A. Geisinger, who died in 1938. Born in Rockland Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Herman B. and Amanda Y. (Angstadt) Ruppert. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of the New Jerusalem Union Church, Fleetwood R. 1. Surviving are a daughter Mabel, wife of Mahlon Fritch of Mertztown R. 1; a son Howard, with whom she resided; a sister Gertie, wife of Clarence Reppert of Mertztown R. 1; a brother Horace of Reading; 10 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and a great-great grandchild. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. tomorrow in the Earl A. Trexler Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. today.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, May 31, 1970, page D-8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geisinger, John

John Geisinger, of Alburtis, died Sunday night of ailments incident to old age. The deceased was 82 years old. He is survived by the following children: Adam Geisinger, James Geisinger and Mrs. Harry Meckley, of Alburtis, and Jonathan Geisinger, of Herefordville. The funeral will take place on Thursday afternoon at 1 o'clock, with services and burial at Huff's Church, Rev. Frantz officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, October 7, 1903, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geisinger, John

John Geisinger, son of Charles and wife Clara (nee Philips) passed away at the residence of the parents near Mertztown on Tuesday morning, aged one year, one month 21 days. Death was due to summer complaint. Besides the parents, there survive two sisters, Ella and Mae, three brothers, Harold, Charles and Wayne, all at home. Funeral from the residence of the parents on Friday, September 11 at 1:30 p.m. d.s.t. Services at the house. Interment in the Dryville cemetery, Rev. William H. Kline of Topton officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, September 9, 1931, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geisinger, Mary J.

Services were held in Belleman's Lutheran Church, Centre Township, for Mary J. Geisinger, 72, of Tower Road, Centre Township, who died March 27 in St. Joseph Medical Center, where she had been a patient for one week. Burial was in the adjoining church cemetery. She was the wife of Harold N. Geisinger. Born in Linfield, Montgomery County, she was a daughter of the late William and Caroline E. (Gauger) Strohm. She was a 1949 graduate of Royersford High School. Montgomery County. Geisinger was a member of Salem (Belleman's) Lutheran Church, Centre Township, where she was a choir member and former Sunday school teacher. Also surviving are a son, Barry N. Geisinger, Centerport; and two daughters, Carol A. (Geisinger) Spatz, Centerport, and Debbie J. (Geisinger) Moyer, Myerstown. There are also six grandchildren. Other survivors include a brother, William Strohm, and two sisters, Betty (Strohm) Essick and Ruth (Strohm) Rupert, all of Pottstown.

[Source: Hamburg Area Item, April 2, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Geisinger, Minnie K. (nee Miller)

Mrs. Minnie K. Geisinger, wife of William O. Geisinger, died yesterday at her home in Longswamp Township, Mertztown R. 1. She was 51 years old. Born in Shamrock, she was a daughter of the late John and Martha (Wetzel) Miller. Surviving are her husband and the following sister and brothers: Mrs. Fremont Hilbert, Lyons Station; Mrs. Raymond Brobst, Wescosville R. 1; Mrs. Warren Bucks, Mrs. Charles Bieber and Paul Miller, all of Kutztown; Mrs. George Keller and Arthur Milker, both of Fleetwood R. 1; Mrs. George deLong and Mrs. Oscar Bieber, both of Kutztown R. 1; Mrs. Richard DeLong and David Miller, both of Mertztown R. 1; Mrs. Elmer Fink, Maxatawny; Herbert Miller, Emmaus R. 1; Robert Miller, Allentown R. 3.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, July 28, 1951, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geisinger, Paul R. Sr.

Paul R. Geisinger, Sr., of Lenhartsville R. 1, died Saturday in the Community General Hospital, Reading. He was 55. Born in Topton, he was a son of the late Oscar and Lizzie (Hilbert) Geisinger. Before his illness he was employed by the C. H. Schlegel Contracting Co. in Reading. He was a Lutheran member of Becker's-St Peter's Church, Fleetwood. Surviving with his widow, Lillian (Hess) Geisinger, are two sons, Roger A., of Kutztown, and Paul R., whereabouts unknown; a daughter Romane, wife of Solon Krick of Lyons; four brothers, Walter and Clarence of Lyons, Warren of Lenhartsville R. 1 and William of Mertztown R. 1; five sisters, Annie, wife of Clarence Romig of Topton, Mary, wife of Bruce Carl of Fleetwood, Jennie, wife of Earl Derr of Reading, Helen, wife of Fred Quillman of Temple and Edna, wife of Lloyd Angstadt of Kutztown, and nine grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Fritz & Kendall Funeral Home, Kutztown. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. tomorrow.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, March 23, 1964, page 14. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geisler, Diana Mirenda

Geisler - On November 1st, Diana Mirenda, Daughter of Joseph and Priscilla Geisler, aged 1 year, 11 months and 21 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, November 30, 1878. Submitted by Kathy.]

Geisler, Esther Bower

Services will be Thursday for Esther Bower Geisler, 97, formerly of Gilbertsville, who died June 30 in the Pennsburg Manor. She was the widow of Ralph J. Geisler. Born in Oley, she was a secretary at Peerless Heater Co. of Boyertown, for 42 years, retiring in 1969. She was a member of Good Shepherd United Church of Christ of Boyertown. Contributions may be made to the Good Shepherd United Church of Christ, 35 W. Philadelphia Ave., Boyertown, PA 19512. Calling hours will be held from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday in the church. Services will be held at 11 a.m., with the Rev. William E. Harner officiating. Burial will be in Faulkner Swamp Cemetery in Gilbertsville. The arrangements were handled by the Falk Funeral Home in Pennsburg.

[Source: Boyertown Area Times, July 3, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Geiss, Clara Rebecca

Geiss -- In Penn, September 5th, Clara Rebecca, daughter of Levi and Lydia Geiss, aged 12 years, 8 months and 27 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, October 17, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Geissenhainer, Augustus B.

Augustus B. Geissenhainer, aged 79 years, 5 months and 6 days, died at 237 North Sixth street, Reading, of paralysis at 2.55 o'clock Wednesday afternoon of last week. Deceased had been ailing for three years, and had been bedfast for five weeks. He was a conductor, employed by the P. & R. for forty-four years, being one of the oldest conductors in the service. He was long on the East Penn run and a popular man with all who knew him. He is survived by the following children: Herschell A., of 156 Linden street, Allentown; Margaret, wife of Harry F. Mattern, Lebanon; Esther, wife of Harry Hangen; Mary A., J. Floyd and Marcella, all of Reading. Deceased was a member of the P. & R. Relief Association and of Trinity Lutheran Church.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, August 22, 1907, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geissenhainer, Carrie O. (nee Rice)

Mrs. J. Floyd Geissenhainer, formerly Miss Carrie O. Rice, aged 26 years, died at St. Joseph's Hospital, Reading. She was a daughter of William A. and Catharine (nee Homan) Rice. Besides her husband, she is survived by one daughter, Eleanor, and these brothers and sisters: Valeria M., Esther, wife of Walter S. Geiger, of Allentown; Mary M., Catharine, wife of Dr. Leroy Wenger; William L. and Jeremiah L., of Reading.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 3, 1909, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geissler, Dewilla Daniel

Geissler - On January 23d, Dewilla Daniel, son of Joseph and Priscilla Geissler, aged 7 years, 9 months and 12 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, March 4, 1871. Submitted by Kathy.]

Geissler, Elizabeth Knabb

Geissler - On the 11th instant, Elizabeth Knabb, daughter of Henry C. and Emma L. Geissler, aged 4 months.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, October 18, 1879. Submitted by Kathy.]

Geissler, J. George

Geissler - On the 20th instant, J. George, son of H.C. and Emma Geissler, aged 9 months.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, November 27, 1875. Submitted by Kathy.]

Geissler, Rosina Margaretta

Geissler - In this city, on the 6th instant, at 1.15 a.m., Rosina Margaretta Geissler, aged 66 years, 9 months and 5 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, November 11, 1876. Submitted by Kathy.]

Geist, Abraham W.

Abraham W. Geist, a Civil War veteran and well known resident of this city, died last night at 10.30 o'clock at the Allentown hospital, in his 83rd year. His death came following a stroke of apoplexy about a week ago at the home of his son, William B. Geist, 1503 Chew street, where he resided for some time. He was admitted to the hospital five days ago, and he sank slowly until the end. He was born at Mertztown, a son of Samuel and Mary, nee Fox, Geist. He followed farming during his early life, and came to this city about 20 years ago, where he lived retired for some time. He saw much service during the Civil War as a member of the 47th Pennsylvania Regiment. His wife, Mary Ann, nee Bennicoff, Geist, preceded him in death by six years. He was a member of St. Stephen's Lutheran church. Besides his son, he is survived by three grandchildren, Mrs. Marie Weidner and William A. Geist, this city, and Alvin R. Geist, of Carpentersville, N.J.

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

Geist, Amos

Amos Geist, of near Bowers, passed away suddenly from a stroke of apoplexy, aged 70 years. Funeral services will be held at the house, beginning at 1 p.m. on Saturday, January 21, and continued in Trinity Lutheran church, Bowers, where in the adjoining Union cemetery, interment will be made.

[Source: "Shamrock news," Allentown Morning Call, Friday, January 19, 1923, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, Amos

The remains of Amos Geist were laid at rest in Trinity cemetery, Bowers. He was a son of Samuel Geist and wife, Mary, (nee Fox) and was born in Longswamp, June 20, 1852. Baptized October 4, 1952 (1852?), by Rev. Sassaman J. Herman, the parents having been sponsors. Confirmed April 23, 1887, married to Miss Fegely, August 28, 1880, by Rev. B. E. Kramlich. He was over 70 years of age and is survived by his wife, two sons and one daughter. He was a member of the Grimsville Lutheran congregation, whence he recently moved to near Bowers. Rev. J. O. Schlenker, his pastor, preached a German sermon, assisted by Rev. W. F. Bond. The pallbearers were Charles Bennicoff, Wallace Christman, Arthur Fichter, Nolan Hoffman, Francis danner and Herbert Adams, all members of the Order of Independent Americans of Weisenburg, of which the deceased was also a member.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Friday, January 26, 1923, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, Arlene E.

Arlene E. Geist, 87, Mertztown, died April 30 at 1:45 p.m. in Kutztown Manor Inc., where she had been a patient since April 6. Her husband, George R. Geist, died March 1, 1965. Born in Shamrock, Longswamp Township, she was a daughter of the late John and Mary (Fegley) Eck. Geist had been employed for 27 years as a tool setter by Western Electric Co., Muhlenberg Township, retiring in 1983. She previously worked for 10 years as a spot welder at Caloric Corp., Topton. She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Mertztown. Geist is survived by a son, Russell G., Mertztown. There are also four grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter. She was predeceased by two daughters, Linda Lou Geist, in 1952, and Mary Lou Geist, in 1936. Services will be Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. in St. Paul's Church. Burial will be in Union Cemetery, Bowers. Ludwick Funeral Homes Inc., Topton, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, May 2, 2005. Submitted by Nancy.]

Geist, Arline Pearl

Arline Pearl, daughter of John W. Geist and wife, Sadie, (nee Frederick), of Mertztown R. 2, in Rockland township, passed away after suffering for some time from a fall on Monday, March 23, aged 2 years, 11 months and 6 days. She was born April 17, 1922, and was baptized August 26, 1923, by Rev. W. F. Bond, the parents having been sponsors. Funeral services were held on Saturday afternoon, March 28, both at the house and in Trinity Lutheran church, Bowers, where interment in the family lot on Union cemetery was made. Undertaker J. J. Schofer & Son, Topton, were in charge. Rev. W. F. Bond conducted the services. The deceased was the youngest of the family and is survived by both parents, four brothers and four sisters.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, April 2, 1925, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, Benjamin S.

Benjamin S. Geist, for many years a resident of Topton, died yesterday at his late home, 233 S. Home St., Topton, following an illness from complications. He was in his 68th year. Until illness made it impossible for him to work, he was employed as a stove mounter at the Topton foundry. Born in Longswamp township, Mr. Geist was a son of the late Valentine and Catherine, nee Strausser, Geist. He was a member of the Lutheran wing of the Longswamp church. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth, nee Fisher, Geist, a daughter Florence at home; three sons, Lester M. and Edgar P., of Topton, and Lloyd E., of Mertztown; four grandchildren and one brother, James Geist of New Berlinville. Funeral services will be held at his late home Thursday at 1.30 p.m. with further services in the Longswamp church. Rev. William F. Bond will officiate. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church. Friends may call Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, May 9, 1937, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, Bertha

Bertha Geist of Barto R. 1 died at 12:45 p.m. yesterday in the Allentown hospital, where she had been a patient 11 days. The 39-year-old woman had been ill about six weeks. Miss Geist was born in Berks county, a daughter of Samuel and Anna (Bleiler) Geist. For 18 years she had been living at the Barto R. 1 address, where she was employed as a housekeeper for Howard Mest. Surviving in addition to her parents are a sister, Mrs. Edwin Bortz of Shamrock, and three brothers: Milton Geist, Haafsville; John Geist, Palm; and Warren Geist.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, May 23, 1949, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, Bruce Irvin

Bruce Irvin Geist, 17, of Alburtis died in the Allentown hospital at 11:02 p.m. Tuesday. He had been admitted to the institution Sunday as a medical patient. He was born at Hancock, the son of Clara, nee Jacobs, and the late Jonas Geist, and was employed as a farm hand. There survive in addition to his mother the following brothers and sisters: Carl and George, at home; Herbert and Carl, Topton; Harry, Bowers; Elwood and LeRoy, Alburtis R. 1; Raymond, Mertztown R.D.; Mrs. George Schmoyer, Alburtis R. 1; Mrs. Warren Oswald, Topton; Mrs. Howard Hoppes, Mertztown R.D.; and Mrs. Conrad Morey, Allentown. Funeral services will be conducted on Sunday at 2 p.m. at the DeLong funeral home, 107 S. Home St., Topton, with Rev. William S. Bond officiating. Burial will be in Longswamp cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, October 16, 1942, page 22. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, Carrie

Miss Carrie Geist, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. D. F. Miller, of Emaus, died on Thursday of consumption, aged nineteen years. She had been sick for a long time, and had been confined to her bed since last September. The funeral will be held on Monday at 9 a.m., from the residence of D. F. Miller, her stepfather, of Emaus, which the relatives and friends, members of the Christian Endeavor and Bible Class of Trinity Reformed Church, of Allentown, Star Council, No. 16, D. of A., and employes of the Allentown Shirt Factory are respectfully invited to attend. Services will be held in Longswamp Church and burial in cemetery adjoining. Rev. L. J. Rohrbaugh, of Allentown, will conduct the services at the house, and Rev. D. K. Humbert, of Longswamp, at the church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, February 23, 1901, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, Carrie M.

Miss Carrie M. Geist died at the home of her step-father, Daniel Miller, near town, on Thursday morning, of consumption. She was confined to bed for the last six months. The funeral was held on Monday, at 9 a.m., at the house. Burial was made at the Longswamp church cemetery. Rev. Mr. Humbert, of Bowers, and an Allentown clergyman officiated. Deceased brought her age to 19 years. She is survived by her mother and one sister, Ellen, of Bethlehem, and one brother, Milton, of Allentown.

[Source: Emaus News, Macungie Progress, Thursday, February 28, 1901, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, Clara

Mrs. Clara Geist, widow of Jonas J. Geist, died on Sunday morning at the Allentown hospital after a lingering illness, aged 65 years. Her home was at Hancock, Mertztown R. 1. Born in Longswamp township, she was a daughter of the late William H. and Rebecca, nee Pilgert, Jacobs. She was a member of the Longswamp Lutheran church. Surviving are four daughters, Verna, wife of George Schmoyer of Alburtis R. 1; Helen, wife of Warren Oswald of Mertztown R. 1; Alice, wife of Howard Hoppes, Mertztown R. 1 and Edna, wife of Conrad Mory, Allentown; seven sons, Herbert of Topton, Harry of Mertztown R. 1, Elwood of Mertztown R. 1, Earl of Topton, Raymond of Alburtis R. 1, George, a private in the Army stationed at Keesler Field, Miss., and Carl, Allentown; also 30 grandchildren, a sister, Mrs. victoria Reinert of Alburtis R. 1, and a step-brother, Oscar Jacobs, Boyertown. Funeral services will be held at the DeLong funeral home, Topton, on Friday at 2 p.m. with Rev. Wilson H. Hartzell officiating. Burial will be in the Longswamp church cemetery.

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

Geist, Clifford

Clifford Geist, infant son of Robert and Stella, nee Miller, Geist, died at the parents' residence, in Mertztown, on Wednesday night at 11.30, aged 6 months and 16 days. He is survived by the parents, one brother, Clarence, and one sister, Margaret. The funeral will be held on Saturday afternoon at the parents' residence, Rev. Brensinger officiating. Interment in Mertztown cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, November 29, 1918, page 18. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, Daniel J.

Daniel J. Geist, former stationary engineer at the West End Silk Mill, died shortly after midnight Thursday night at the home of his daughter, Sallie, 401 Hamilton street, second floor. Mr. Geist was 60 years of age. He had been suffering with dropsy for the past eleven years, and had retired from active work when afflicted with the disease. He was born in Longswamp township, a son of Aaron and Elizabeth, nee Long, Geist, and had been a resident of this city for 21 years. There survive the widow, Aquilla, nee Warmkessel, two daughters, Sallie and Mrs. K. E. Walbert, and a son, Milton Geist. Six grandchildren also survive. Mr. Geist was affiliated with the local organization of the Beavers, and with the Mertztown Lodge, of the Order of Independent Americans. The funeral will be held on Monday with private services at O.S. Rabenold's funeral home, 116 South Eighth street, at 1.30 o'clock. Burial will be made in Fairview cemetery. Rev. E. E. Kresge will officiate at the services.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, June 2, 1923, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, David

David Geist, of Topton, died of general debility, on Sunday at 12.30 a.m., at his home, about one mile south of Hancock, aged 82 years and 16 days. Deceased had been in feeble health for some time and bedfast for four weeks. He was the last member of his family, and is survived by his widow, Mary (nee Hertzog).

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, November 20, 1912, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, E. Florence

E. Florence Geist, 75, died early yesterday in her home, 233 S. Home St., Topton. Born in Topton, she was a daughter of the late Benjamin S. and Elizabeth (Fisher) Geist. She was a member of St. Paul's Longswamp Lutheran Church. She worked at the former Long Valley Rug Mill, Mertztown, until she retired several years ago. Surviving are a daughter Edna, wife of Edmund Barr, with whom she resided, two grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and a brother, Edgar Geist of Topton. Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday in the Earl A. Trexler Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, December 17, 1965, page 34. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, Ella M.

Ella M., infant daughter of Uriah and Jennie Geist, of No. 332 North Fulton street, died yesterday morning of diphtheria, aged 3 months and 5 days. The funeral will be held on Friday with services and burial at Longswamp Church, Rev. M. H. Brensinger officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, September 5, 1907, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, Emma (nee Dietrich)

Emma (Dietrich), widow of Amos Geist, former resident, died at her home in Shillington, aged 78 years. Surviving are three children, Mrs. Mary Leiby, Reading; Amos, Huff's Church, and Solon, Topton, and a sister, Mrs. Sarah Weil, Reading. Funeral services Sunday at 10 a.m.

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

Geist, Estella M. (nee Miller)

Mrs. Estella M. Geist of 427 Thomas Ave., Alburtis, wife of Robert J. Geist, died yesterday morning at Allentown Hospital. She was 60. Born in Longswamp Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Alvin and Catherine (Eck) Miller. Mrs. Geist was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Trexlertown. Besides her husband, surviving are four sons, Clarence E., John and Robert G., all of Alburtis, and Harold, Barto R. 1; four daughters, Margaret, wife of Harry Evans, and Gertrude, wife of Paul Herman, both of Macungie R. 1; Clara, wife of Henry Dries of Coopersburg R. 1, and Mrs. Evelyn Hunsicker of Allentown; a brother, William of Mertztown R. 1; a sister, Mrs. Ida Stufflet of Alburtis, and 38 grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Schmoyer Funeral Home, Breinigsville. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. tomorrow.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, December 19, 1960, page 13. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, Frederick Wm.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, October 31, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Geist, George A.

George A. Geist, husband of Carrie L. (Hillegas) Geist, 135 N. 5th St., Emmaus, died at his home Saturday at 3:30 p.m. He was 65 years old. He was born Feb. 29, 1884, in Longswamp township, Berks county, a son of the late Valentine and Mary (Geist) Geist. He was a member of Laudenslager and Geist, flour, feed and coal firm, for the last 40 years. He was a member of St. John's Reformed church, Emmaus; Emmaus Owls; Emaus Fire Co. No. 1; and the Mercantile club of Emmaus. He also held membership in Mystic Star Lodge 73, I.O.O.F., Emmaus; Encampment 15, I.O.O.F.; Washington Camp 399, P.O.S. of A.; Post L., Travelers Protective Assn.; Emmaus Quoit club; Emmaus A.C.; Lehigh Valley Motor club; and Fraternal Protective Assn. 436, Emmaus. He is survived by his wife; one son, Valentine, Emmaus; one daughter, Evelyn, wife of Alton Zentner, at home; four sisters, Sally, wife of John Schaffer, Allentown; Lilly, wife of Edwin Trexler, Lyon Valley; Mrs. Lizzie Wendling, Longswamp; and Annie, wife of Charles Wehr, Hancock; and two grandchildren. A brother, Harry Geist, preceded him in death.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, March 20, 1949, page 44. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, Helen H. (nee Angstadt)

Helen H., nee Angstadt, wife of William Geist, of Bowers, Berks county, died of pneumonia Friday night in Homeopathic hospital, Reading. She was aged 24. She was a native of Rockland township, and was a daughter of Lillian, nee wolf, and the late Frank Angstadt. Her mother survives at home, as does her husband, two sons, William F. and Donald L., a daughter, Evelyn Anne, and two brothers, Earl and Howard. She also leaves three other brothers, Hunter of Yellow House, and Paul and Lawrence of Oley and three sisters, Mrs. Edison Fegely of Dryville, Mrs. Lester Schaeffer of Oley and Mrs. Lloyd Dreibelbeis of Virginville. Funeral services will be held at her late home Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. with further services in Trinity Lutheran church, Bowers, Rev. William F. Bond, pastor. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, January 22, 1940, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, Henry F.

Henry F. Geist, a respected citizen of Lower Macungie township, residing near Lehigh Church, died at his home on Saturday at midnight of heart trouble, aged 63 years, 10 months and 19 days. He was a son of the late Reuben Geist and his wife Sarah (nee Bear), and was born in Cuba, Ill. When a young man of 23, he enlisted in the United States military service. During his enlistment of thirty years, he saw service for his country as civil service surveyor and telegraph operator. He was stationed in various parts of the United States and saw a great deal of service during the Spanish-American war. In 1911 he was honorably discharged at Fort Orange, N.J., bearing the rank of sergeant. He led a retired life, taking, however, a great interest in poultry and fruits as a pastime. He is survived by his widow, Mary (nee Mullin), and one brother, William, of Allentown. Funeral services will be held at his late home on Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Burial in Mertztown cemetery, Rev. John Bear Stoudt officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, February 22, 1926, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, Herman Elwood

Herman Elwood, the infant son of Milton and Mayme (Bachman) Geist, Topton, died at his parents' home on Thursday at 11 a.m. He is survived by his parents, three sisters and five brothers. Funeral will be held at 1 p.m. today at the home of his parents. Further services in Trinity Lutheran church. Interment in Topton cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, January 17, 1921, page 16. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, John Alfred

John Alfred Geist died of pneumonia at Fredericksville, aged 65 years. He was a son of Samuel and Mary (nee Fox) Geist. He was born in Longswamp township. His wife, Maria (nee Eck), preceded him in death on Feb. 3, 1906. Deceased is survived by the following children: Matthias, of this place, with whom the deceased had his home; Emma, wife of John M. Moyer, of this place; Mary, wife of Manas Hertzog, of this place; Jonas, of Alburtis; Martha, wife of Victor Weller, of Huffs Church; Samuel, of Bowers; Sallie, wife of Israel Fegley, of Shamrock; Robert, of Bowers; also 19 grandchildren and three brothers.

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

Geist, John H.

John H. Geist, who resided between Henningersville and Bowers, died of old age and general debility, aged 81 years, one month and 10 days. Deceased took a great interest in the cultivation of fruit trees in his early years. His farm contained luscious specimens of his efforts along this line.

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

Geist, John J.

John J. Geist died on Thursday at his home in Womelsdorf, aged 40 years, 1 month and 13 days. He is survived by three children, Margaret, Kenneth and Malcolm. Eight brothers and sisters also survive: Eugene H., Breinigsville; Ada, wife of Frank Henry, Macungie R.D.; Alice, wife of Irwin Blank, Allentown; Laura E., Breinigsville; William F., Allentown; Stella, wife of Charles Kline, Kutztown; Alton J., Kutztown; Cora A., wife of Theodore Williams, Alburtis. The funeral services will be held at the funeral parlors of Undertaker Fritz, 55 Noble street, Kutztown, on Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock, standard time. Interment will be made in Hope cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, May 25, 1929, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, Jonas Alfred

Jonas Alfred Geist, husband of Clara, nee Jacobs, Geist, died at 5:30 o'clock Saturday night at his home near Alburtis. He was in his 62nd year. Born in Longswamp township, he was a son of the late John and Maria, nee Eck, Geist. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation of the Longswamp church. Surviving are his wife and these children: Alice, George, Bruce and Carl, at home; Herbert and Earl, Topton; Harry, Bowers; Mrs. George Schmoyer, Ellwood and Edna, Alburtis R.D.; LeRoy, Breinigsville R.D.; Raymond, Alburtis; and Mrs. Warren Oswald, Kutztown R. 3; fourteen grandchildren and these brothers and sisters: Mathias, Fogelsville; Mrs. Allen Dey and Samuel Geist, Mertztown R.D.; Mrs. Emma Moyer, Macungie; Robert, Alburtis. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1.30 p.m. at his late home, near Alburtis. All services will be held at the home. Interment will be in the Longswamp church cemetery. Friends may call Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, January 23, 1939, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, Katie (nee Romig)

Mrs. Katie Geist (nee Romig) died at Henningsville at the age of 84 years. Deceased had been ailing for a long time and a few weeks ago suffered an attack of the grip, which culminated in her death. Deceased was a daughter of the late John Romig. She was married to John Geist, who died two years ago. She is survived by one sister, Mrs. Daniel Mest, Huff's Church, and the following children: Mrs. John Greasley, of this place; Mrs. Henry Carl, of near Bower's; Mrs. Orlando Zwoyer, at home. Funeral to-day. Interment at Huff's Church, Rev. W. F. Bond, of Shamrock, officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, March 25, 1910, p. 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, LeRoy

The body of LeRoy Geist, 33, awaiting court action on charges of arson, carrying concealed deadly weapons and threatening to kill was found hanging from a clothes hook in his cell in the Berks county prison Saturday morning. Geist, whose home was in Longswamp township, near Maple Grove, near the Lehigh county line along Alburtis R. 1, had fashioned a rope of cotton yarn used in the prison weaving room. One end was tied to the hook and the other was in a slip noose around his neck. Walter Scott, a guard, made the discovery at 4:10 a.m. Saturday morning on a routine tour of the cell block. He had made a previous round between 3:15 and 3:30 and had noticed nothing unusual. Upon discovery of the body, Scott notified warden Paul J. Gernert, who summoned the coroner, Dr. George J. Stark. Dr. Stark pronounced the man dead and issued a certificate of death by suicide. Geist was taken to prison Friday, August 3, warrants having been issued by Justice of the Peace F. W. Benfield for Raymond Smith of Allentown, owner of the home which had been tenanted by Geist. The arrest was made by State Trooper Thomas Brace. According to information gathered by Office Brace, Geist and his wife had quarreled on Thursday, Aug. 2. Mrs. Geist left home announcing that she would return for her belongings on Friday. At midnight on Thursday, the house was destroyed by fire, with an estimated loss of $4,000. On Friday afternoon State Trooper Brace found Geist sleeping in his automobile at a schoolhouse near Macungie. According to Brace, Geist had two guns in his car. Smith charged that Geist had threatened him. Geist was a former employee of the Topton foundry but had been unemployed for some time. He was a son of Jonas and Clara, nee Jacobs, Geist and is survived by his wife Esther, nee Oswald; his mother and the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Warren Oswald of Hancock; Herbert and Earl of Topton; Harry of Mertztown R. 1; Mrs. Howard Hoppes of Hancock; Mrs. Conrad Mory of Allentown; Elwood of Hancock; Private George Geist of Indiantown Gap; Carl of Allentown; Mrs. George Schmoyer and Raymond of Alburtis R.D. Private funeral services will be held in the Schofer funeral home, Topton, on Tuesday at 2 p.m. Interment will be held in the Longswamp cemetery. Rev. Wilson Hartzell will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, August 12, 1945, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, Lloyd E.

Employed at the Topton Motor Car Co. for the past 15 years as a mechanic, Lloyd E. Geist, 40, died at his home near Mertztown on Monday at 8 p.m. A native of Macungie, he was the son of Elizabeth M., nee Fisher, and the late Benjamin S. Geist. Besides his mother, Mrs. Elizabeth Geist of Topton, there survive a son, Charles, at home; one sister, Florence; and two brothers, Lester M., and Edgar P., all of Topton. Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 2 p.m. from the home of his brother, Lester Geist, 42 E. Smith St., Topton. Rev. William S. Bond will officiate and interment will be made in Longswamp church cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, March 29, 1939, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, Louisa A.

Mrs. Louisa A., widow of Charles H. Geist, Maple Grove, Alburtis R. 1, while temporarily living with her son, Uriah A., of 632 N. Ninth St., Allentown, passed away from an apoplectic affection on Monday evening, aged 74 years, 1 months and 11 days. Preliminary services will be held over her remains on Thursday, July 21, at 2 p.m., daylight saving time, from the funeral parlors of Undertaker A. J. Heller, at 46 East Susquehanna St., followed with other services and interment at the Longswamp church, at 2.30 p.m., standard time. Her pastor, W. F. Bond, who returned from a vacation trip at Pittsburgh, will officiate.

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

Geist, Louisa H. (nee Acker)

The remains of Mrs. Louisa H. Geist, of Maple Grove, were laid to rest on Thursday, July 21, in the Longswamp cemetery, along side those of her husband, Charles H. Geist, who preceded her in 1889. She was a daughter of Thomas Acker and wife, Mary (nee Fritch) and was born June 7, 1853 in Longswamp, and was baptized July 31, 1853, by Rev. W. A. Helffrich, the sponsors having been Harrison Fegely and wife Judith. In early life she was confirmed in the Longswamp church by Rev. Alfred D. Croll. Later she was joined in marriage by Rev. W. A. Helffrich to Charles H. Geist, who died 38 years ago, having left her with three sons. She raised her remaining children and continued to be a devoted and consistent member of Longswamp congregation. She passed away July 18 from the effects of a fall at her son's home, Uriah A. Geist, on North Ninth St., Allentown, aged 74 years, 1 month and 11 days. There survive three sons: Thomas C. Geist, Pittsburgh; George W., Philadelphia, and Uriah A., Allentown; also three sisters, Mrs. Jackson M. Fallman, Philadelphia; Mrs. Mary A. Wetzel, Shamrock, and Mrs. Agnes A. Long, Alburtis, and seven grandchildren.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Friday, August 3, 1927, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, Manoah

Mr. Manoah Geist, of Longswamp, of whose critical illness with consumption we made mention in our last, died on Thursday, and was buried yesterday at the Longswamp church. Deceased was an affable and pleasant citizen, respected and esteemed by all who knew him. He was an honest and hard-working man, a consistent Christian, and a kind and indulgent father, whose loss is deeply lamented by his family, and regretted by a large circle of friends and the community generally.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, February 18, 1880, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, Mary E. (nee Fisher)

Ill for the past several weeks, Mrs. Mary E., nee Fisher, widow of Benjamin Geist, died Thursday at her home, Home St., Topton. She was 76 years old. She was a daughter of the late Samuel and Polly, nee Hinkel, Fisher and was a member of Longswamp Lutheran church. Survivors are three children, Florence Geist, at home; Edgar P. And Lester M., both of Topton, six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Two brothers and two sisters, Samuel Fisher, Reading, Howard Fisher, Nazareth, Mrs. Louisa Delcamp, Oley, and Emma Fisher, Topton, also survive. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. at the late home with further services in Longswamp Lutheran church, with the Rev. C. E. Keiser officiating. Interment in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, March 2, 1945, page 39. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, Mary Lou Arlene

Mary Lou Arlene, infant daughter and only child of George and Arlene (Eck) Geist, Shamrock, died of pneumonia Thursday morning at the Allentown hospital at the age of 5 months and 11 days. Besides the parents, there survive the paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John Geist, Mertztown R. D., and the maternal grandfather, John Eck, Shamrock. The funeral will be held Sunday at 2.30 p.m., with all services in Trinity Lutheran church, Bowers, and interment in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. William F. Bond will officiate. Viewing at Schofer's in Topton on Saturday from 7 to 9.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, March 26, 1937, page 22. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, Mathias E.

Mathias E. Geist, 80, 427 Thomas Ave., Alburtis, died yesterday at Allentown Hospital where he had been a medical patient since Sept. 27. A native of Longswamp, he was the son of the late John and Mariah (Eck) Geist. His last place of employment was the State Highway Maintenance Department. He retired three years ago and had been in ill health for the last five weeks. He was a member of the Morgenland Lutheran Church. He is survived by two brothers, Robert J., with whom he lived, and Samuel, California, and a nephew, Milton Geist, Macungie R. 1. His wife, Mrs. Mary (Moser) Geist, preceded him in death 12 years ago.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, October 3, 1952, page 42. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, Milton J.

Milton J. Geist, 56, 447 Spruce St., Reading, died at his home Monday, nine weeks after the death of his wife, the former Ruth E. Bach. Mr. Geist is survived by two children, Betty, wife of Karl Frank, and Helen Geist, as well as a sister, Mrs. Sallie Levan, all residents of Allentown. Other surviving children are Mrs. Henry Zielinski, Reading; Mrs. Ruth Erb, Gilbertsville; Doris, Arthur and Stanley, Reading. Services will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. in the Seidel funeral home, Reading, with burial following in Laureldale cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, May 7, 1947, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, Mryl V.

Services will be held Aug. 7, 10 a.m., in the Schmoyer Funeral Home, Breinigsville, for Mryl V. Geist, who died Aug. 3 in her Lynn Township, Lehigh County residence. Burial will be in Grandview Cemetery, Allentown. She was the wife of David W. Geist. Born in Lenhartsville, she was a daughter of the late Floyd and Annie (Dietrich) Schlenker. Until retiring, she was employed as a seamstress by various knitting mills for 15 years. Geist was a member of Mount Zion Lutheran Church, Krumsville. Also surviving are a son, Terry D. Geist, Emmaus, and two grandchildren.

[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, August 7, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Geist, Paul

Paul, the infant son of Robert and Stella, nee Miller, Geist, died on Wednesday at the residence of the parents, 44 Thomas street, Alburtis, of a complication of ailments, aged 5 months. Besides the parents, the child is survived by the following sisters and brothers: Clarence, Clara, Evelyn, John, Gertrude, Harold and Robert, all at home, together with the maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Miller, of Mertztown. Funeral services will be held at the residence of the parents on Saturday at 1.30 p.m., Rev. W. F. Dry of Kutztown officiating. Interment will be made in the Mertztown Union cemetery.

[Source: The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Friday, November 6, 1931, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, Pauline M.

Pauline M. Geist, infant daughter of Raymond L. and Annie M., nee Shaner, Geist, died suddenly in her sleep early yesterday morning at her parent's home in Hancock, Berks county. Apparently in good health on going to bed, her parents found her dead in her crib at 6:45 a.m. Tuesday. She was one months and five days old. Besides her parents, she is survived by a twin brother and another brother, all at home; and the following grandparents: paternal grandmother, Mrs. Clara Geist, Alburtis R. 1; maternal grandfather, Harvey Shaner, Longswamp; maternal great-grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Swavely, Boyertown R. 2; maternal great-grandmother, Mrs. Lizzie Shaner, Trexlertown. Funeral services will be held at the Schmoyer funeral home at Breinigsville on Saturday at 1:30 p.m. with the Rev. William F. Bond officiating. Interment will be in Hill Church cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, November 12, 1941, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, Raymond L.

Raymond L. Geist, of 114 School St., Alburtis, a welder at Caloric Appliance Corp. in Topton for 18 years, was dead on arrival at Allentown Hospital yesterday after a heart attack at his home. He was 44. He had suffered a heart attack nine months ago. Born in Longswamp Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Jonas A. and Clara A. (Jacobs) Geist. Surviving are his widow, Annie M. (Schaner) Geist; two sons, Leon R., of Mertztown, and William H., at home; three daughters, Joane A., Barbara J., and Veronica L., all at home; six brothers, Elwood of Hancock; Harry of Mertztown R. 1; Herbert and Earl, both of Topton; George of Kutztown R. 3, and Carl of Allentown; four sisters, Mrs. Warren Oswald of Mertztown R. 1; Mrs. George Schmoyer of Macungie R. 1; Mrs. Howard Hoppes of Mertztown, and Mrs. Conrad Mohry of Allentown, and a grandson. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday in the Schmoyer Funeral Home, Breinigsville. Viewing will be 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, December 19, 1960, page 13. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, Uriah A.

Uriah A. Geist, 77, 847 N. Plymouth St., Allentown, an independent salesman of clothing and linen goods in Allentown, died shortly before midnight Thursday in Sacred Heart Hospital. He was born in Longswamp, son of the late Charles and Louisa (Acker) Geist. He was a member of St. James Lutheran Church and the IOOF, both of Allentown. He is survived by a son, Clarence, Allentown; four daughters, Marguerite, wife of Clarence Mill, Florabelle, wife of Carl Ott, and Jeanette, wife of Willard Mullet, all of Allentown, and Pauline Geist, at home; three grandchildren and a great-grandchild. His wife, Jennie (Bieber) Geist, a daughter and several brothers and sisters preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Derr Funeral Home, 46 E. Susquehanna St., Allentown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, October 25, 1958, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, Valentine G.

Valentine G. Geist, elderly resident of Allentown and formerly of Long Swamp, Berks County, died in this city on Saturday morning at the age of 63 years, 7 months and 7 days. He was the son of the late Aaron and Eliza, nee Long, Geist. His survivors are: Two sons, George, of Emaus, and Harry, of Long Swamp; four daughters, Mrs. Fred Wendling, of Long Swamp; Mrs. Edwin Trexler, of Chapman's; Mrs. Edgar Moyer, of Emaus; Mrs. John Schaffer, of Allentown; one brother, Daniel, of Allentown; one sister, Mrs. Oswin Semmel, of Slatington, and ten grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 1. 30 p.m., from the home of his son, George Geist, 126 N. Fifth St., Emaus. Continued services will be held in the Long Swamp church and interment made in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. W. S. Meckstroth will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, November 7, 1921, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geist, William P.

Suffering for the past week from a heart affection, William P. Geist died Tuesday night at 9 o'clock at his home, 455 Gordon street, aged 53 years, 10 months and 27 days. Mr. Geist was a son of the late Reuben Geist and his wife Sarah, nee Bear, Geist, and was born in Topton. He conducted a barber shop at Fifteenth and Liberty streets for the past several years. He is survived by his widow, Annie, nee Fegley, and the following children: Edwin J., of Siegfried; Mrs. Nathan Fronheiser, of Allentown; David B., Paul W., and Fred H., Allentown R. 3; Mrs. Henry Scheirer, Coplay R. 1, and Robert and Claude, at home. Eight grandchildren also survive. He was a member of the Mertztown church, Reformed wing.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, March 10, 1926, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geisweit, Susan

Geisweit -- In Union county, November 20th, Susan, wife of Joseph Geisweit, and daughter of George Weller, formerly of Berks county, aged 30 years, 8 months and 13 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 9, 1875. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Gensemer, Ezra

Ezra Gensemer Passes Away at Blainsport

Reinholds, Aug. 10 (special).--Ezra Gensemer, aged about 57 years died at 1 a.m. today of a complication of diseases, at Blainsport. Deceased was never married. He is survived by the following brothers: Levi H. Reinholds, and David, residing in one of the western states, and a sister, Mary, wife of A.K. Huntzinger, Blainsport, with whom he had his home. Funeral, Sunday, Aug. 13, at 9:15. Interment in Swamp Church cemetery. Rev. D. L. Fogleman will officiate.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Thursday, August 10, 1916. Submitted by Nancy.]

Gensemer, John B.F.

Five weeks after the death of his wife, John B. F. Gensemer died following a brief illness at 4 o'clock this morning at his home 666 Schuylkill Ave. He was 73 years old on Nov 25. His death was attributed to pneumonia and a touch of influenza and ended an illness which had its inception on Sunday, Mar 5. His wife Catharine (nee Fegley), daughter of the late Samuel and Rachael Fegley, died Tuesday evening, Feb. 7 at the age of 70.

Mr. Gensemer was one of the oldest employees of the Reading Iron Co., having been a roller for many years. He retired two years ago. Deceased was a member of Alsace Lutheran Church, the Reading Iron Co. and the Keystone Relief Association, and for many years a member of the Liberty Fire Co.

Mr. Gensemer lived practically all his life in this city. His parents were George and Anna (nee Hafer) Gensemer. He is survived by three sons; George W., Samuel A. L., and Charles W., this city; a daughter, Mary, at home; 10 grand and three great-grandchildren.

[Source: Reading Eagle, March 13, 1922, p. 2. Submitted by Michelle.]

Genslinger, Henry Harrison

Genslinger--In Reading R.D. No. 2, on the 2d inst., Henry Harrison, husband of Cora (nee Schlottman) Genslinger, aged 60 years. Services from the Mertz Funeral Home, 3300 Kutztown Road, Laureldale, Monday at 1:30 p.m. Interment in Alsace Cemetery. Friends may call Sunday evening, 7 to 9.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Friday, February 4, 1949. Submitted by Nancy.]

Genslinger, Lucille M.

Lucille M. Genslinger, 62, died of natural causes Aug. 10 at 5:40 p.m. in her Muhlenberg Township residence. She was the wife of Harold H. Genslinger. Born in West Reading, she was a daughter of the late Robert P. and Sophie (Straka) Miller. Genslinger had been employed as secretary and banquet manager by the Goodwill Fire Company Beneficial Association, Hyde Park, last working in July. She was a member of Holy Guardian Angels Roman Catholic Church, Hyde Park. Genslinger was a 1961 graduate of Central Catholic High School. She is also survived by a daughter, Tricia A. Genslinger, Laureldale; and two sons, Richard H., Laureldale, and Robert H., Hyde Park. Other survivors include two brothers, Glenn R. Miller, Louisville, Colo., and Mark D. Miller, Richmond, Va.; and three sisters: Kathleen M. (Miller) Slegelmilch, North Chatham, Mass.; Elaine (Miller) Farag, Sinking Spring; and Roberta (Miller) Weiger, West Reading. There is also one granddaughter. Services will be Tuesday at 10 a.m. in Walter R. Christ Funeral Home Inc., Laureldale. Burial will be in Gethsemane Cemetery, Laureldale.

[Source: Reading Eagle, August 13, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

George, Alfred M.

Alfred M. George, a well known farmer of Greenwich township, Berks county, died on Sunday evening of apoplexy after a two weeks illness. He was 54 years of age. He made his home with his mother, and a brother and sister survive him, namely: Henry E. George, living at home, and Mrs. Wilson Herber, of New Smithville. The funeral services will be held from his late home on Thursday morning at 9.30 with burial at Dunkel's church. Rev. Brumbach, of Kempton, will officiate. Undertaker Charles Fritz, of Weisenburg, has charge of the remains.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, May 12, 1914, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

George, Alma G. (nee Rahn)

Mrs. Alma G. George, 77, of 146 Normal Ave., Kutztown, died Sunday at home. She was the widow of Howard A. George. Born in Coplay, she was a daughter of the late James B. and Rosa (Kern) Rahn. She was a member of New Jerusalem Zion United Church of Christ, Lenhartsville R. 1. Surviving are four daughters, Mrs. Mildred Dengler of Mertztown; Laila, wife of warren Zettlemoyer of Lenhartsville R. 1; Evelyn, wife of Carl E. Christman of Kutztown R. 2, and Marian, wife of Kermit Schwoyer of Kutztown R. 1; two sons, Lester of Kutztown R. 3, and Carl of Mertztown R. 2; three sisters, Mrs. Helen Epting of Wescosville R. 2; Mrs. Mildred Mertz of Kutztown R. 1, and Mrs. Anna Warmkessel of Topton; 17 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the William S. Fritz Funeral Home, Kutztown. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, January 19, 1976, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

George, Calvin J.

Calvin J. George, a native of Lenhartsville, died Friday noon at the home of his nephew, Victor George, New Tripoli R. 1. Death occurred five days after Mr. George went to visit his relative. Born 67 years ago in Greenwich township, Berks county, he was the son of the late willoughby and Eliza (Trexler) George. Closest relatives surviving are a number of nephews. All services will be conducted at the Lenhartsville church on Saturday at 2 p.m. Interment in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, January 28, 1945, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

George, D. Edgar

D. Edgar George, 71, of Kutztown R. 2, a maintenance man for Carl R. Bieber Tourways, Kutztown, for 40 years, died Monday in his home. He was the husband of Sallie V. (Bailey) George. Born in Greenwich Township, Berks County, a son of the late Daniel S. and Jennie (Klotz) George, he was a member of New Jerusalem Zion United Church of Christ, Lenhartsville R. 1. Surviving with his widow are a son, Daniel W., of Fleetwood R. 2; a brother, Walter A., of Kutztown R. 2; a half-brother, Alvin C. Wolfinger of Kutztown R. 2, and two grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday in the William S. Fritz funeral Home, Kutztown. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, April 9, 1975, page 30. Submitted by Jerri.]

George, David Solomon

Daniel Solomon George, 60, died early yesterday at his home, Maxatawny township, Kutztown R. 1. A son of Daniel and Judith, nee Hummel, George, he was born in Greenwich township, Berks county. He was a farmer by occupation. He was affiliated with the Woodmen of the World and was a member of the Reformed congregation of Bethel Zion church, Grimsville. Surviving are two sons, Daniel E. and Walter A., at home; one grandson; one sister, Mrs. Ambrose Stettler, Kutztown; one step-brother, Alvin Gaby, Reading. His wife, nee Jennie Klotz, died four years ago. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 1.30 p.m. at the late home, with continued services in Bethel Zion church, Grimsville. interment in adjoining cemetery. Viewing Monday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: The Morning Call, Allentown, PA , February 3, 1940. Submitted by Betty.]

George, Edith M. (nee Smith)

Mrs. Edith M. George, 83, of Virginville, Berks County, died Monday at her home. She was the widow of Walter A. George, who died in 1974, and Milton J. Peiffer, who died in 1924. Born in Maxatawny Township, she was a daughter of the late Wilson F. and Eliza (George) Smith. Mrs. George was a member of the United Church of Christ congregation of Ziegel's Union Church, Breinigsville R. 1. Surviving are four daughters, Lillian, wife of Paul O. Werley of New Tripoli R. 2; Agnes, wife of Norman Hausman of Lenhartsville R. 1; Anna, wife of George F. Stump, of Virginville; and Louella, wife of Melvin Dotterer of Kempton; four sons, Charles W., of Stony Run; Robert M., of New Tripoli R. 2; and Lester and Harvey, both of Virginville; a sister, Mrs. Mamie Bennighoff, of Kutztown; 27 grandchildren, 46 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday in the Nester Funeral Home, Jacksonville (Route 143), New Tripoli R. 1. Calling hours will be 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, May 4, 1976, page 32. Submitted by Jerri.]

George, Ella

Ella George, 91, of Quakertown died June 10, 2003 in Belle Haven Nursing Home, Quakertown. She was the wife of the late Earl George. Born in Pleasant Valley, she was the daughter of the late Clinton and Elizabeth (Woodring) Daniel. She was a sewing machine operator for the former Harvey Clothing of Quakertown before retiring. She was a member of Quakertown United Methodist Church in Milford Township, where she was a member of the Triple Link and the United Methodist Womens Club. She was also a member of the Quakertown Fire Co. No. 1 Ladies Auxiliary and a member of the Quakertown Quilters. She is survived by two brothers Frederick of Quakertown and Stanley of Bethlehem; nieces and nephews. Services were held June 13. Memorial contributions can be made to the church memorial fund. Arrangements: C.R. Strunk Funeral Home, Inc., 821 W. Broad St., Quakertown, PA 18951.

[Source: Quakertown Free Press, June 19, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

George, Gene D.

Private services were arranged by the Edward J. Hildenbrand Funeral Home, Kutztown, for Gene D. George, who died July 14 in his West Race Street, Fleetwood residence. Burial was in New Goshenhoppen UCC Cemetery, East Greenville, Montgomery County. He was the husband of Elaine (Kehl) George. Born in Maxatawny Township, he was a son of the late Amos and Bertha (Adam) George. Until retiring in 1981, he was employed as a metallurgist by the Kutztown Foundry. He was a Korean War Army veteran. George was a member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Fleetwood. Also surviving are a son, Eric L. George, Wernersville; two grandsons; and a sister, Edna (George) Boger, Topton.

[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, July 17, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

George, Howard A.

Howard A. George, of 146 Normal Ave., Kutztown, a retired farmer, died yesterday at his home. He was 72. Born in Greenwich Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Alfred B. and Mary A. (Spohn) George. He was a United Church of Christ member of Dunkels Union Church, Kutztown R. 3. Surviving are his widow, Alma G. (Rahn) George; two sons, Lester of Kutztown R. 3, and Carl of Mertztown R. 1; four daughter, Mrs. Mildred Dengler, of Mertztown R. 1; Laila, wife of Warren Zettlemoyer of Lenhartsville R. 1; Evelyn, wife of Carl E. Christman of Kutztown R. 3, and Marian, wife of Kermit Schmoyer of Kutztown; a brother, Robert George, of Kutztown R. 3; 17 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday in the Fritz and Kendall Funeral Home, Kutztown. Calling hours will be 7 to 8:30 p.m. Friday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, February 9, 1966, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

George, Mary

Mary George died at her home in Lenhartsville Tuesday at 11 a.m. from a cold. She was aged 79 years, 9 months. There survive two sisters, Mrs. Eliza Smith, Krumsville, and Amanda George, with whom she resided. The funeral will be held Saturday at 10.30 a.m. Standard time from her late home at Lenhartsville. Further services will be held in Lenhartsville church. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Charles Buffington, of Hamburg, will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, September 20, 1935, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

George, Ralph F.A.

The body of Pfc. Ralph F.A. George, 22, son of Robert J. and Marguerite F. (Weber) George, 248 E. Walnut St., Kutztown, who was killed in action in Korea June 15, 1953, yesterday was returned home for burial. A native of Kutztown, he entered the Army last October and became a rifleman of Co. E, 7th Infantry Regt., 3rd Infantry Div. Prior to his induction, he was employed as a foreman at Kutztown Mills, Inc. George was a member of Dunkel's Reformed Church and the Hoch-Balthaser American Legion Post, Kutztown. Besides his parents, he is survived by a brother, Paul R., at home; a sister, Annette C., at home; and his maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Francis Weber, near Mertztown.

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

George, Robert M.

Robert Melvin George, 74, Mountain Home, Idaho, formerly of Reading, died June 16 in St. Alphonsus Hospital, Boise. He was the husband of Belva (Gerlach) George. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Claude C. and Catherine E. Adams. George had been employed for 21 years by the Mountain Home Police Department, where he served as chief for 10 years before retiring in 1994. A career military veteran, George served 23 years in the Air Force, retiring in 1973. He was a 1949 graduate of Reading High School. George is also survived by two sons, Terry, Boise, and Dan, Reno, Nev.; a stepdaughter, Michelle Catlett, Boise; and a stepson, Rob Catlett, Wasilla, Alaska. There are also eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be Tuesday at 10 a.m. in the Summers Funeral Homes, McMurtrey Chapel, Mountain Home. Inurnment will be in Mountain View Cemetery, Mountain Home.

[Source: Reading Eagle, June 19, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

George, Samuel

Samuel George, 81, died this morning at his home, 1213 Oley St. He was a native of Greenwich Township, a son of the late Benjamin and Catherine (Rothermel) George, and was a brick contractor. He was a member of St. Luke's Lutheran Church; Chandler Lodge 227, F. and A.M.; Reading Consistory and Rajah Temple. Surviving are his widow, Ida C. (Brossman) George; one daughter, Anna, wife of Irvin F. Lorah, Stony Creek Mills; three sisters, Mrs. Emma Adams, Kutztown; Mrs. Katie Adams and Mrs. Mary Kline, Reading. Funeral Wednesday morning at 10:30 o'clock, from his residence, where all the services will be held. The Rev. William A. Fluck will officiate. Interment in Laureldale Cemetery, in charge of the Miller Funeral Home.

[Source: Reading Eagle, April 26, 1946. Submitted by: Betsy.]

George, Sarah

Mrs. Sarah George, widow of the late Charles George, of Greenwich township, Berks county, near the line of Lehigh, died the other day of congestion of the brain, aged 75 years. She was the mother of Rev. J. V. George, of Reading, formerly of Emaus, and of Henry J. George, the tanner at Bath, Northampton county.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, April 3, 1895, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gerhard, Anna Catharine (nee Zeller)

In Bethel, on the 17th, Anna Catharine, wife of Elias Gerhard, and daughter of Jacob Zeller, in her 30th year.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, September 1, 1849. Submitted by Kathy.]

Gerhard, Betty J.

Services were held in th Bean Funeral Home, Sinking Spring, for Betty J. Gerhard, 80, of South Tulpehocken Road, Bern Township, who died May 15 in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient since Nov. 8. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery. She was predeceased by her husband, J. Donald Gerhard, who died April 19. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Arthur A. and Elizabeth (Bingaman) Weiser. She was a 1940 graduate of Shillington High School. Surviving are a son, Karl D. Gerhard, New Hope, Bucks County; and two daughters, Karol A. (Gerhard) Rockwood, Spring Township, and the Rev. Karen L. (Gerhard) Conner, Rockford, Ill. There are also four grandchildren and a brother, Richard Weiser, Mohnton.

[Source: Hamburg Area Item, May 21, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Gerhard, David F.

David F. Gerhard, of Topton, died on Friday night of dropsy and heart failure, aged 69 years. He had been ill the last sixteen weeks. A sister, Mrs. Hannah Ruth, of Franconia, and a brother, George, of Lansdale, survive. He leaves his widow, Sarah, (nee Wertz) and a daughter, rose, wife of Dr. J. P. F. Brunner, of Krumsville. A son, Irvin, died several years ago. There are six grandchildren. Deceased was superintendent of Henry Irwin's ochre mine up to the time of his illness and was the president of Town Council. He was a member of the Reformed congregation of St. Peter's church and an elder of the consistory. The funeral will be held today (Thursday), at 1 p.m. from his late residence. Rev. G. B. Smith, of Kutztown, will officiate. Interment will be made at St. Paul's church, Mertztown. The deceased was a native of Montgomery county and was living at Tylersport in that county, about 50 years ago, when he came to this place and became clerk in the store of the late Aaron Erdman, with whom he continued several years. He was at one time station agent for the East Penn R.R. Co., at either Shamrock or Mertztown.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, February 19, 1903, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gerhard, Elizabeth K. (nee Schultz)

Death yesterday morning claimed Mrs. Elizabeth K., nee Schultz, wife of Josephus Gerhard, a highly respected resident of Clayton, Berks county, and well known here, at her home in Clayton. She was 80 years and 8 months of age. Mrs. Gerhard is survived by her husband, two sons and three daughters, Amos Gerhard, Lowell, Fla.; Edna T., wife of Rev. Dr. E. E. Kresge, of Lancaster; Mabel, wife of I. Reiff Kriebel, of Union City, N.J.; Owen Gerhard of Clayton, and Miss Helen Gerhard, of this city, a member of the Allentown High school faculty. Nine grandchildren also survive. The funeral will be held on Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Palm Schwenkfelder church, Palm. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, January 5, 1934, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gerhard, George

George Gerhard, a well-known farmer of Dale, Berks county, met with death under startling circumstances on Tuesday. He and his family made preparations to attend a funeral, and Mr. Gerhard went to the stable to hitch up his team. Not returning, his family made search, when they found him dead behind a wagon from a stroke of apoplexy.

[Source: The Lehigh Register, Allentown, PA, Wednesday, January 6, 1892, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gerhard, Isabella

Gerhard - In Cumru, on January 8th, Isabella, daughter of Samuel and Catharine Gerhard, aged 2 years, 4 months and 1 day.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 19, 1878. Submitted by Kathy.]

Gerhard, John

Gerhard - In Cumru, on June 3d, John, son of Samuel and Kate (Keller) Gerhard, aged 9 years, 5 months and 27 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, June 15, 1878. Submitted by Kathy.]

Gerhard, John D.

Services were held in the Bean Funeral Home, Sinking Spring, for John D. Gerhard, 82, of South Tulpehocken Road, Bern Township, who died April 19 in the emergency room of Reading Hospital. He was taken to the hospital from the Mifflin Center, Cumru Township, where he had resided for two months. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery, Shillington. He was the husband of Betty J. (Weiser) Gerhard. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Karl and Myrtle (Green) Gerhard. Until retiring, he had been employed as business manager in the Schuylkill School District for 10 years. He was previously employed for 25 years by TWA and for five years as personnel manager of Luden's Inc., Reading. Gerhard was a 1938 graduate of Reading High School and was a World War II Army Air Corps veteran. He was a life member of the Greenfields Fire Company, Bern Township, and the Union Fire Company, Reading. Gerhard was a member of Christ Episcopal Church, Reading. Also surviving are a son, Karl D. Gerhard, New Hope, Bucks County, and two daughters, Karol A. (Gerhard) Rockwood, Spring Township, and Karen L. (Gerhard) Conner, Rockford, Ill. There are also four grandchildren.

[Source: Hamburg Area Item, May 1, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Gerhard, John H.

Died. On the 30th of Aug., in Longswamp, John H., son of John and Sarah Gerhard, aged 11 years, 4 months and 29 days.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, October 15, 1879, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gerhard, Martha (nee Scholl)

Gerhard - In Bern, on October 21st, Martha (Scholl) widow of John Gerhard, aged 68 years, 2 months and 19 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, November 23, 1878. Submitted by Kathy.]

Gerhard, Mary F.

GERHARD - In this city, on the 4th inst., Mary F., wife of William H. Gerhard, aged 32 years and 9 months. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral without further notice, form the residence of the father. Wm. M. Eisenhower, 344 South 4th Street, on Thursday at 2 p.m. Services at the house. Interment at Charles Evans Cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, January 4, 1897. Submitted by Betty.]

Gerhard, Samuel

Gerhard -- In this city, on the 22nd, Samuel Gerhard, aged 70 years. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral without further notice at the residence of his son-in-law, Dr. B. H. Markley, No. 19 South 9th St., on Saturday next at 10:45 a.m. Services at Salem's Evangelical Church 8th and Court Sts. Interment at Charles Evans Cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, January 27, 1888. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Gerhard, Samuel

Gerhard - In Bern, February 8th, Samuel Gerhard, husband of Anna Elizabeth Getz, aged 72 years, 5 months and 24 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, February 20, 1875. Submitted by Kathy.]

Gerhard, Sarah

The funeral of Mrs. Sarah Gerhard, wife of Abraham Gerhard, living near Clayton, will be buried Thursday at 9.30 o'clock at the home. Services and burial at Huff's Church, Rev. O. R. Franz officiating. She was aged 75 years.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, March 7, 1906, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gerhart, Angelina

Mrs. Angelina Gerhart, wife of J. A. Gerhart, died at Washington, D.C., on Sunday night last after a somewhat protracted illness under a pulmonary affection. She was a born Haas, of Topton, and was married to Mr. Gerhart about twenty years ago. They removed to Washington several years ago, where Mr. G. holds a lucrative position. The remains will be brought to Topton for interment amid the scenes of her childhood. She was a woman widely known and universally esteemed, and brought her age to about 40 years.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, December 12, 1894, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gerhart, Catherine Y. (nee Seisholtz)

Mrs. Catherine Y. (Siesholtz) Gerhart, wife of Abraham Gerhart, died Monday night on the eve of her 82nd birthday at her home, 707 E. Philadelphia Ave., Boyertown. She had been ill one day. Born in Hereford Township, a daughter of the late David G. and Sarah (Yeakel) Siesholtz, she was a member of Huff's Lutheran Church. Surviving in addition to her husband are seven children: Neuman, at home; Lyman, of North Coventry; Norman, of Philadelphia; Elsie, wife of Harry Robinson, of Newton Square; Nevin, of Philadelphia; Helen, wife of Stuart Malloy, of Coatesville; and Winfield, of Drexel Hill; 12 grandchildren; six great grandchildren, and three brothers, David, of Youngstown, Ohio; Abraham, of Bethlehem; and Jacob, of Allentown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, February 21, 1952, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gerhart, Daniel

Gerhart - Near Hain's Church, Lower Heidelberg, on October 24th, Daniel Gerhart, aged 70 years, 8 months and 15 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, November 16, 1878. Submitted by Kathy.]

Gerhart, Dianna

Dianna, widow of John T. Gerhart, passed away at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. George Kile, 1050 Lehigh street, yesterday morning at 3 o'clock. She was aged 82 years, 10 months and 27 days. Two daughters, Mrs. George Kile, this city, and Mrs. J. H. Flexer, of Philadelphia, are the survivors. Funeral services will be held from her late home, 1050 Lehigh street, Sunday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock, with continued services in Huff's church at 2:30 o'clock. Interment will be made in the Union cemetery, Huff's church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, May 4, 1934, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gerhart, Eliza A. (nee Walbert)

Mrs. Eliza A. Gerhart, wife of Jacob A. Gerhart, died at 4 p.m. Tuesday at her home, the residence of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Shoemaker, Longswamp, aged 85 years, 7 months and 23 days. Mrs. Gerhart was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, a daughter of the late Benjamin and Anna (Grim) Walbert. She was a member of the Reformed congregation of Longswamp church. Besides her husband she is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Alfred Conrad of Alburtis R.D. and Mrs. Harry Shoemaker, with whom she lived; 15 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and two sisters, Mrs. Catherine Smith of Reading and Mrs. Susan Grasley of Allentown. The funeral will be held from her home Monday at 1:30 p.m., DST. Continued services and burial will follow at Longswamp church. The Rev. Donald Englert will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, July 21, 1939, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gerhart, Emma

Gerhart - In Mahanoy City, March 30th, Emma, daughter of Tobias and Catharine Gerhart, aged 2 years, 3 months and 6 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, April 14, 1877. Submitted by Kathy.]

Gerhart, Esther L.

Esther L. Gerhart, 88, of Fredericksburg, Lebanon County, formerly of Bern Township, died Jan. 30 in Spang Crest Manor, Lebanon, where she had been a patient for one week. Born in Bern Township, she was a daughter of the late James and Elizabeth (Schaeffer) Wayne. Gerhart was the owner and operator of Esther _ s Restaurant, Fredericksburg, from 1956 until 1981. She was a member of Zion United Church of Christ, Womelsdorf. Gerhart is survived by a son, Larry C., and a daughter, Nancy J. (Gerhart) Smith, both of Fredericksburg. Other survivors include a sister, Laura (Wayne) Hoyer, Bernville. There are also three grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Services will be Wednesday at 2 p.m. in the Strauss-Kreamer & Lum Funeral Home, Jonestown, Lebanon County. Entombment will be in Grandview Memorial Park, North Annville Township, Lebanon County.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, February 2, 2004, p. B6. Submitted by: Judy.]

Gerhart, Mrs. Francis

Hamburg: Mrs. Francis Gerhart, residing with her husband, one-half mile east of Hamburg, died after a lingering illness. Deceased was over 70 years old and had a large circle of friends. Two adult daughters and her husband survive. Interment will take place at St. John's church, this borough.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, January 2, 1893. Submitted by Peggy.]

Gerhart, Hannah

Hannah, wife of J.O. Gerhart, 423? Church, died of heart disease, aged 45 years. Deceased retired in the best of spirits about 10 p.m. She awoke about 3 a.m. and complained of a pain in the region of her heart. She expired peacefully soon afterwards. She was born in Bern, and came to this city in 1860. Deceased was a member of the First United Evangelical Church. Besides her husband, she leaves on son, Howard and several brothers and sisters.

[Source: Reading Eagle, February 7, 1896. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Gerhart, Henry

Gerhart - Near Trexler's store, in Longswamp, on August 30th, Henry, son of John Gerhart, in the 12th year of his age.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, September 20, 1879. Submitted by Kathy.]

Gerhart, Ida L. (nee Benfield)

Mrs. Ida L. Gerhart, 69, widow of Milton J. Gerhart, formerly of Boyertown, died at the Pottstown hospital yesterday after an illness of several weeks. During the past three years she had been residing in Pottstown at 513 N. Charlotte St., the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Geiger. She was a member of the Good Shepherd Reformed church, Boyertown, and of the adult Bible class of that church. Mrs. Gerhart was a daughter of the late Abraham and Lucinda Rohrbach Benfield and formerly lived at Huffs Church. She is survived by the following children: Paul, Boyertown; Ralph, Catasauqua; Elsie, wife of Paul Ritter, Boyertown; Elda, wife of Wayland Schwenk, Boyertown; and Lola, wife of Earl Geiger, with whom she resided. Eight grandchildren survive and one brother, Frank, Huffs Church, and two sisters, Mrs. Andora Fisher, Mohnton, and Mrs. Amanda Reifsnyder, Gabelsville. Funeral services will be held Friday at 2 p.m. at the Schwenk funeral home, Boyertown. Rev. E. L. Angstadt will officiate. Burial will be made in the Bechtelsville cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, November 12, 1946, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gerhart, Irwin

Irwin Gerhart, of Topton, for the past few years an employee in the government machine shops at Washington, D.C., came to the parental home some ten or twelve days ago on a visit. He was in ill health from malaria, and died after a few days' confinement. The funeral sermon was preached at the residence of his father-in-law, Mr. Reuben Haas, on Thursday last, and interment made in the cemetery at Mertztown. His wife died about a year ago. He learned the machinist trade with Zehm & Bro., at Kutztown, a dozen years ago.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, November 6, 1895, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gerhart, Jacob

Jacob Gerhart, 81, husband of the late Mrs. Eliza (Walbert) Gerhart, died yesterday at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Vesta Shoemaker, in Longswamp township near Mertztown. Included among his 65 survivors are 15 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren and eight great-great-grandchildren. Son of the late John and Sarah (Romig) Gerhart, he was a member of the Reformed wing of Longswamp church, Topton Fire Co., Mertztown Rod and Gun club and the Topton Knights of Friendship. Other survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Alvin Conrad, Macungie R. 1, and six sisters: Mrs. Mentana Bieber and Mrs. Frank Stoudt, Topton; Mrs. William Fenstermacher, Kutztown; Mrs. Lewis Hensinger, Allentown; Mrs. Annie Haas, Maxatawney, and Mrs. Rosa Reinhart, Hamburg. Rev. Franklin D. Slifer will conduct services at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday in the Schofer funeral home, 107 Main St., Topton, with continued rites in Longswamp church and burial in the adjoining cemetery. Calling hours are from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, November 1, 1947, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gerhart, John

Gerhart - In Bethel township, Berks county, on the 15th inst., John Gerhart, aged 74 years and 6 months.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, October 21, 1876. Submitted by Kathy.]

Gerhart, Lehman Jefferson

Gerhart - In Heidelberg, on January 5th, Lehman Jefferson, son of the deceased Elias Gerhart and Sarah (Kaufman), aged 13 years and 6 days. He was a scholar at the Orphans Home, Womelsdorf.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 18, 1879. Submitted by Kathy.]

Gerhart, Maria

Gerhart - In Ontelaunee, March 2d, Maria, widow of the long deceased Samuel Gerhart, aged 68 years, 4 months and 24 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, April 7, 1877. Submitted by Kathy.]

Gerhart, Mary Ann (nee Batz)

Mary Ann (Batz), widow of David G. Gerhart, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Wayne Weller, Boyertown, on Sunday, aged 75 years. She was a daughter of the late William and Sarah (Shell) Batz, and was a member of Huffs Lutheran church. Surviving are four children, Jennie, wife of Titus Yeakel, Zionsville; William B. Gerhart, Bally; Oscar B. Gerhart, Shultzville; and Eva, wife of Wayne Weller, Boyertown; a sister, Mrs. John Roberts, Bally; eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren also survive. Funeral services were held Thursday at 1:30 p.m. in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Weller. Further services in Huff's Lutheran church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, June 24, 1938, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gerhart, Mary Ann

Mary Ann Gerhart, widow of David G. Gerhart, died Monday at 9 a.m. at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Wayne G. Welles, 412 Rhoads Ave., Boyertown, aged 75 years, 5 months and 29 days. She had been ill 13 months. Mrs. Gerhart was a daughter of the late William and Sarah (nee Shell) Batz. She was a member of Huffs church. Surviving are four children, Jennie, wife of Titus M. Yeakel, Zionsville; Eva, wife of W. G. Welles, Boyertown; William B., Bally, and Oscar B., Barto; a sister, Mrs. Ida Roberts, Bally; eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. The funeral will be held Thursday afternoon with short services in her late home and continued services in Huffs church at 2:30 o'clock. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, June 22, 1938, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gerhart, Michael

Gerhart - In Lower Heidelberg, May 22d, Michael Gerhart, aged 41 years.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, June 2, 1877. Submitted by Kathy.]

Gerhart, Neuman S.

Neuman S. Gerhart, 67, died Saturday night in the Phoebe Home, Allentown, where he had been a guest for the last five years. Gerhart worked as a landscaper before his retirement. Born in Huffs Church, Berks County, he was a son of the late Abraham and Catherine (Seisholtz) Gerhart. He was a member of the Good Shepherd United Church of Christ, Boyertown. Surviving are three brothers, W. S., Havertown; Norman, Philadelphia, and Lyman, Pottstown R. 2, and two sisters, Mrs. H. C. Robinson, Newtown Square, and Mrs. Helen Meloy, Coatesville. Services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday in the Phoebe Home, 1903 Turner St. No calling hours.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, May 28, 1962, page 36. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gerhart, Rosa Ann

Gerhart - In Cumru, August 15th, Rosa Ann, infant daughter of Samuel and Catharine Gerhart, aged 9 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, September 02, 1871. Submitted by: Kathy.]

Gerhart, Sarah (nee Romig)

Sarah, nee Romig, widow of John Gerhart, aged 89 years, 4 months and 6 days, died Tuesday evening at 7.30 o'clock at the home of her son-in-law, Frank Stoudt, near Topton. She was a daughter of the late John and Sally, nee Frederick, Romig, and was a native of Longswamp township. Deceased was a member of the Reformed congregation of the Longswamp church. She is survived by the following children: Jacob, of Topton; Jennie, wife of Frank Stoudt, Topton; Nora, wife of Wilbur Fenstermacher, Kutztown; Lizzie, wife of Lewis Hensinger, of Allentown; Annie, wife of Roller Haas, of Maxatawny; Rosa, wife of William Reinhart, of Hamburg; Mantana, wife of B. E. Beiber, of Topton; one brother, Jacob, of Mertztown; 23 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren. The funeral services will be held from the home of her son-in-law Frank Stoudt on Wednesday, May 30th at 9.30 a.m. Further services will be held in Longswamp church followed by interment in the adjoining cemetery, Rev. W. Meckstroth officiating.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, May 27, 1928, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gerhart, Sarah Ann

Gerhart - In Lower Heidelberg, on June 5th, Sarah Ann Gerhart, wife of John K. Gerhart. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend her funeral, on Tuesday morning, June 11th, at 9 1/2 o'clock, from her late residence in Lower Heidelberg. Interment at Hain's Church.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, June 8, 1878. Submitted by Kathy.]

Gerhart, Valeria

Gerhart - In Philadelphia, May 11th, Valeria, daughter of Tobias and Esther Gerhart, aged 18 years.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, May 22, 1875. Submitted by Kathy.]

Gerhart, William B.

William B. Gerhart, 55, who had been in ill health for the last three years, died Sunday evening at the home of his brother-in-law and sister, Mr. and Mrs. Wayne G. Weller, 412 Rhoads Ave., Boyertown, with whom he resided. He was a native of Hereford Township, Berks County, and a son of the late David and Mary Ann (Batz) Gerhart. He was a member of Huffs Evangelical Reformed Church; Patriotic Order Sons of American, Camp 474, Sassamansville; and of Eschbach Council 1092, Order of Independent Americans. Surviving are a brothers, Oscar B. Gerhart, Eschbach; and two sisters, Mrs. Jennie S. Yeakel, Zionsville, Eva G., wife of Wayne G. Weller, Boyertown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, May 18, 1953, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gerlach, Charles

The funeral of the late Charles Gerlach was largely attended and took place from the residence of his son, Robert Gerlach, 340 North 6th. Rev. Dr. A.S. Leinbach conducted impressive services at the house. The remains were attired in a black suit and lay in a handsome walnut casket. A G.A.R. badge lay on the remains. McLean post, No. 16, G.A.R., attended the funeral in a body and had charge of the remains. The were accompanied by the Morning Call drum corps. Interment was made at Charles Evans cemetery. Undertaker E.S. Miller had charge.

[Source: Reading Eagle, January 8, 1889. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Gerloff, Walter W.

Among the local survivors of Walter W. Gerloff, Breinigsville, who died of natural causes Nov. 30 in Lehigh Valley Hospital, is a son, Timothy Gerloff, Mertztown.

[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, December 5, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Gernand, Catharine

Gernand -- On Friday, 16th instant, Catharine Gernand, aged 81 years, 1 month and 24 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 24, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Gernerd, Anna R. (nee Muse)

Mrs. Anna R. Gernerd, formerly of Maxatawny and Kutztown, died at 5:30 p.m. yesterday at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Reuben Bell, near Birdsboro. She was 72 years old. Born in South Whitehall township, she was a daughter of Elias H. and Amanda, nee Fahringer, Muse. Her husband, Albert S. Gernerd, died 23 years ago. Together with her husband, she had operated a hotel at Maxatawny and Kutztown for many years. She was a member of Zion Lutheran church, Maxatawny and its Ladies Aid society. Surviving are one daughter, Mrs. Bell; two sons, Warren R., of Kutztown, and H. Wayne, of Sinking Springs; four grandchildren; two sisters, Beulah Muse of Allentown and Mrs. Edwin Alexander of Chicago. Services will be held at her late home near Birdsboro at 1:30 p.m. Monday with continued services in Maxatawny church and interment in the adjoining cemetery. Friends may call at the home Sunday evening.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, September 19, 1941, page 25. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gernerd, Ellen N. (nee Miller)

Mrs. Ellen N., widow of Steward Gernerd, died suddenly Tuesday evening at her home, second floor of No. 526 Hamilton street. The deceased was a daughter of the late George and Eliza Miller, nee Smith, and was born in Longswamp, Berks county, 46 years ago. She leaves three sons, Elmer, Ray and Frederick, all of this city; two grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Benneville Druckenmiller, of this city; one brother, George Smith, of Levans; a step-father, Otto Reiter, of Longswamp. She was a member of St. Andrew Reformed church, Ben Hur Tribe, No. 98, and Allen Rulfing, No. 804, Mystic Circle. The funeral will be held on Saturday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock from her late home. Services in St. Andrews Reformed church, Rev. Robert M. Kern officiating. Interment in Highland cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, February 14, 1918, page 16. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gernert, Edmund

Edmund Gernert, 68-year-old Lyons resident, and one of the leading Lutheran laymen in Berks county, died at 2 o'clock yesterday afternoon in Allentown hospital. Mr. Gernert was born in Maxatawny township, Berks county, a son of the late William and Amelia Rothermel Gernert. He was a painter and paperhanger by trade. In St. Paul's Lutheran church, Lyons, he served as treasurer of the Sunday school for more than a quarter of a century and was an active member of the school for 45 years. In the church work at large, Mr. Gernert was a member of Trinity Lutheran church, Bowers, where he was vice president of council. He was also a member of the cemetery board at Bowers. He is survived by his wife, Bessie (nee) Gambler; two daughter, Amelia and Shirley, both at home; and two sons, Shelton of Lyons, and Brooke, Topton. Two granddaughters, a sister, Mrs. Eva Rickenbach, West Leesport, and a brother William, West Lawn.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, May 13, 1948, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gernet, William

William Gernet died on Sunday at his home at Rickenbach Station, Berks county, in his seventy-first year. He is survived by his wife; four sons, Oscar J., Temple; William N., Jr., Cacoosing; Harry A., Leesport; Edmund, Lyons; two daughters, Mrs. John Yenser, Lyons; Mrs. Chas. Rickenbach, West Leesport; and these brothers, John, of Indiana; Milton, of Allentown; these sisters also survive, Mrs. Shimer, of California, and Mrs. Howard Fritz, of Reading. Twenty-six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren also survive.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, March 5, 1918, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gerstner, Anthony C.

Services were held in Christman's Funeral Home, Lebanon, for Anthony C. Gerstner, who died of natural causes May 19 in his Rick Road, Rockland Township residence. Burial was in Grand View Memorial Park, Annville, Lebanon County. Born in Lebanon, he was a son of Catherine (Shaud) Gerstner, Lebanon, and the late Anthony C. Gerstner. He was employed by Pikeville Equipment Co., Oley Township, as a mechanic, and previously worked as a dairy farmer. Also surviving are a daughter, Tara Nowland, Reading. Other survivors include two brothers, Edward Gerstner and Michael Gerstner, both of Lebanon; and four sisters: Julianna (Gertsner) Wolf, Doris (Gerstner) Conrad and Mary (Gerstner) Ceresini, all of Lebanon, and Mabel (Gerstner) Wanamaker, Jonestown, Lebanon County.

[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, May 29, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Gery, Adeline (nee Meck)

The remains of Mrs. Adeline, widow of William D. Gery, who preceded her by 19 years, of Macungie R. 2, were laid to rest in the old cemetery adjoining Huff's Church on Thursday, Dec. 29. She was a daughter of David Meck and wife Sophia (Heydt). Born Feb. 15, 1856, baptized in infancy by Rev. Carl Herman, sponsors, William and Lydia Geist; confirmed in Huff's church, nov. 15, 1873, by Rev. D. K. Humbert, and married to William D. Gery, Dec. 6, 1873, by Rev. Isaac Roeller. She passed away after a lingering illness on Christmas Sunday, Dec. 25, aged 76 years, 10 months and 10 days. Surviving are one brother, David Meck, Long Swamp, and one sister, Mrs. Harriett Reinert, Pottstown.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Friday, January 6, 1933, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gery, Alfred O.

Dr. Alfred O. Gery, of East Greenville, the Upper Perkiomen Valley's oldest practicing physician, met instant death at 9.40 o'clock Saturday morning when he was struck by an automobile as he was walking on the highway, Route 29, near Palm. Dr. Gery, who practiced medicine in the community for approximately 50 years, was aged 75 years, eight months and four days. The time of the mishap, which took place in front of the Mill-Side Park Hotel, was 9.40, as indicated by the physician's watch, which stopped as a result of the terrific impact when the man was struck.

[Source: Pennsburg Town and County, Friday, October 18, 1940.]

Gery, Amelia (nee Bittenbender)

Mrs. Amelia Gery (nee Bittenbender), wife of Charles D. Gery, died of a complication of diseases, at the home of her son-in-law, J. H. Mostella, in Reading, Friday, aged 61 years. She had been ailing several months and was bedfast two weeks. Deceased was born in Hereford township and lived in Reading six years. Besides her husband, these children survive: Calvin S., Reading; John B., Allentown; Ida, wife of J. H. Mostella. A brother, John Bittenbender, of New Berlinville, and two sisters, Mrs. D. R. Bechtel, Huff's Church, and Mrs. J. W. Shankweiler, Reading, also remain. Deceased was a member of Huff's Reformed Church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, August 2, 1909, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gery, Anna M. (nee Clemmer)

Mrs. Anna M. Clemmer Gery, 261 Main St., East Greenville, widow of Dr. Alfred L. Gery, died yesterday at the Allentown Hospital. Born in Clayton, Berks County, she was the daughter of the late Alfred G. and Naomi Clemmer. She was a member of the Hereford Mennonite Church in Bally and was a graduate of Kutztown State Teachers College. She taught in Salford and Lower Salford and was currently teaching at the Upper Perkiomen Jointure. She is survived by a son, Robert C. Gery, Red Hill; three sisters, Mary Gery, Palm; Ella, wife of Charles H. Minnich, Telford; and Bertha, wife of Norman L. Wenhold, Ambler; and four brothers, Henry, Ardmore, Ira, Philadelphia, LeRoy, Palm, and Warren, Schwenksville. Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Hunsberger Funeral Home, 163 Main St., Pennsburg. Viewing after 7 p.m. Wednesday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, July 27, 1959, page 18. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gery, Benneville

After suffering eight years with locomotor ataxia, the largest part of the time being confined to the bed or couch, Benneville Gery died at his home, No. 463 Gordon street, on Tuesday night. For a number of years he had been entirely helpless and was left in a terribly crippled condition from the disease. He was born in Hereford, Berks county and was a son of Daniel and Elizabeth Gery. He came to Allentown in his boyhood and rose from the position of hod carrier to a mason foreman. He gave up this position after being elected constable in the Ninth Ward, serving nineteen years under Aldermen Sepp and Dutt. Subsequently he served a term as janitor of the Court House. He was one of the oldest members of the Allentown Fire Department and was an active member of the Columbia Fire Co., No. 4. Under Captains A. J. Reichard and A. C. Nagle of Company B., Fourth Regiment, he served a number of years as color bearer. Deceased leaves his wife, who was Alice L. Dewalt, a sister, Mrs. Henry Ludwig and three brothers, Albert, Daniel and Frank, all of this city.

Death notice: Age at death = 63 years, 11 months, 17 days; Buried, Union Cemetery, Allentown

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, June 27, 1907, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gery, Calvin S.

Calvin S. Gery died of kidney trouble at Reading, aged 36 years, 2 months and 5 days. He was a native of Seisholtzville and was a son of Charles D. and the late Amelia (Bittenbender) Gery. Besides his father, there remain one brother and one sister: John B., Allentown, and Idea, wife of J. H. Marsteller.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, June 9, 1914, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gery, Charles D.

Charles D. Gery, former well known Berks county hotel man, died last night at 9.10 o'clock at the residence of his son, John Gery, 524 North Howard street, this city, where he resided for the past seven years. Mr. Gery, who was in his eighty-second year, was ailing from a complication of ills for the past two months and had been bedfast for two weeks prior to his death. He was born in Hereford township, Berks county, a son of David and Elizabeth, nee Deysher, Gery. For upwards of twenty years he conducted a hotel at Huffs church. For the past twenty-five years or more he lived retired, making his home in Reading until coming here to resided with his son. He was a man of exceptionally fine qualities and was held in high regard by his many friends. He was a lifelong and faithful member of the Reformed wing of Huffs church. His wife, Amelia, nee Bittenbender, died in 1911. Besides his son John, with whom he resided, he is survived by four grand children and five great-grandchildren. A daughter, Mrs. Ida Marsteller and a son, Calvin Geary, preceded him in death. Brief services will be held at his late home here on Saturday at 1 p.m., followed by further services in Huffs church, Berks county, at 2.30 o'clock. Rev. J. M. Blatt will officiate. Interment will be made in the Huffs church cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, January 23, 1929, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gery, Charles E.

Stricken ill suddenly at his home in East Macungie early Saturday evening, Charles E. Gery died at 1:30 a.m. Sunday at the Allentown hospital. He would have been 60 years old next Monday. Mr. Gery was in apparent good health Saturday afternoon. When he returned home from town he complained of feeling ill and lost consciousness after lying down on the couch. He was admitted to the hospital at 6 p.m. A machinist, he was employed by L. F. Grammes and Son. Some years ago he was employed at the Macungie foundry. He was a member of the Emmaus Nest of Owls and of the Macungie Fire Co. Born in Hereford, he was a son of the late Michael and Sally A., nee Reese, Gery. Surviving are his wife, the former Elizabeth C. Bachman; two grandchildren; a sister, Mrs. Ella Conrad of East Greenville R. D., and three brothers, John of East Greenville, Horace of Hereford, and James of East Greenville. A son, Edward Gery, died five years ago.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, March 8, 1948, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gery, Charles N.

Charles N. Gery, one of the oldest residents in Berks county, passed away at Siesholtzville, aged 94 years. His brother, Michael N., died at the age of 88 years about 10 days ago. Charles N. was the father of County Treasurer E. C. Gery and was the oldest member of the Gery Family Reunion Association. Mr. Gery was well known in eastern Berks and all through Lehigh county. Three children survive: E. C. of Reading; Allen G., of Siesholtzville, and Dr. Ambrose M., Coopersburg. Mr. Gery was a member of the Reformed congregation at Huff's Church, Rev. James N. Blatt, pastor. Deceased was the oldest living descendant of Jacob Gery, who came to this country from Switzerland, landing in Philadelphia Sept. 3, 1739, and who was the great-grandfather of Charles N., whose father was Michael. Deceased was born in Upper Hanover township, Montgomery county, Oct. 28, 1822. When less than a year old, his parents settled in Hereford township. Here he received his education in the pay schools, then in vogue. Remaining on the farm until he was 18, he then entered the store at Henningsville, in Longswamp township, as a clerk, and worked there for four years. In 1845 he moved to Siesholtzville, where in partnership with his father he conducted a general store for a year and a half. Later they conducted a store at Harlem (then Perryville) for eight and a half years, dissolving partnership at the end of that time. Upon his return to Siesholtzville the deceased again engaged in the store business, and ever since he had been interested in that vocation. The store's firm name was Gery & Moll, the latter William B. Moll, a son-in-law. In 1854 President Pierce appointed Mr. Gery as postmaster, and he served until 1908, when the office was abolished and a rural route started. In 1848 Mr. Gery married Elizabeth Moll. Besides the three sons who survive, three daughters are deceased.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, February 6, 1917, p. 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gery, Cora A. (nee DeLong)

Mrs. Cora A. Gery, widow of Morris A. Gery, of Oley R.D., died yesterday in Wernersville State Hospital. She was 83. Born in Lower Macungie Township, she was a daughter of the late Benjamin and Sarah (Steele) DeLong. Mrs. Gery lived for a number of years in East Greenville. She was a member of New Goshenhoppen United Church of Christ. Surviving are two daughters, Florence E., wife of Raymond L. Richard of Oley R. 1, with whom she resided, and Irene E., wife of Kenneth W. Hahn of Joliet, Ill.; a sister, Mrs. Jennie Rothenberger of East Greenville and two grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday in the Mann Funeral Home, 221 Main St., East Greenville. Viewing will be after 7 p.m. Wednesday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, March 5, 1962, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gery, Donald E.

Donald E. Gery, 71, of 349 W. Douglass St., Reading, a native of Seisholtzville, died yesterday in Wyomissing Lodge, a convalescent home in Reading. He was the husband of Mae M. (Knappenberger) Gery, a native of Alburtis.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, October 15, 1968, page 25. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gery, Elizabeth (nee Warmkessel)

Ills incidental to old age yesterday caused the death of Elizabeth (Warmkessel) Gery, widow of James L. Gery and one of the oldest residents of Hereford, at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Andrew g. Kriebel in that Berks county community. She was in her 89th year. Mrs. Gery was the daughter of the late Samuel and Susanna (Bieber) Warmkessel and was a resident of the section around Hereford practically all her lifetime. She is survived by a daughter, Ellen C., wife of Andrew Kriebel, Hereford; a son, Morris A. Gery, East Greenville; a step-son, A. Erwin Gery, Allentown, and 16 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Monday at 2 p.m. from her late home, the resident of Mr. and Mrs. Kriebel, Hereford. Interment will be made in Union cemetery at Huffs church. Rev. Lester Kriebel will officiate. Friends may call Sunday from 7 to 9 p.m.

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

Gery, Emma L. (nee Greiss)

Mrs. Emma L. Gery, 36 E. Susquehanna St., oldest member of Huff's Church, near Bally, died early yesterday in her home. She was 95. Born in Seisholtzville, she was a daughter of the late Jacob and Maria (Rothenberger) Greiss. Mrs. Gery, widow of William L. Gery, moved to Allentown after her husband's death 30 years ago. She was a lifelong member of Huff's Church, Reformed wing. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Stella Long, with whom she resided, and a brother, Jacob F. Greiss, Seisholtzville. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday in Huff's Church, near Bally, with viewing 7-8:30 p.m. Friday in the Derr Funeral Home, 46 E. Susquehanna St., Allentown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, April 2, 1959, page 22. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gery, Erwin C.

Erwin C. Gery, who conducted the hotel at Seisholtzville for thirty-seven years, passed away at his late residence, 349 West Douglas street, Reading, on Monday at midnight, aged 72 years, 9 months and 19 days. Deceased was bedfast for four weeks before his demise. Mr. Gery was a native of Hereford township, Berks county, and a staunch Democrat, having been elected county treasurer of Berks county in 1916, serving until 1920 in that capacity. He resided at Reading for the past eight years, becoming well and favorably known there. He was an active booster for the Reading Fair and a member of the Tall Cedars of that place. He was also a director of the Topton National Bank. The deceased was fraternally connected with the East Greenville F. and A. M., Knights of Malta of Alburtis, P.O.S. of A., of Seisholtzville. He was a graduate of the Keystone State Normal school, Kutztown, and of the Eastman Business college of Poughkeepsie, N.Y. The deceased is survived by two sons, Donald and Harry, of Reading, two grandchildren. His wife, Lizzie (nee Baus) Gery, preceded him in death about six years ago. The funeral will be held on Friday, September 25, with all services at Huff's church at 10 a.m. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining. Reverends H. W. Warmkessel and J. N. Blatt will officiate. Funeral Director Jacob J. Schofer, of Topton, has charge.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, September 23, 1925, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gery, Glancy M.

Glancy M. Gery, decorator for Strawbridge and Clothier of Philadelphia, died on Tuesday morning, July 6th, 1915, at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Milton M. Gery, of Harlem, Pa., of complication of diseases, aged twenty-seven years, ten months and twenty-four days. The funeral will be held on Saturday morning, July 10th, at 9.30 o'clock at the home of his parents. Further services at Huff's church cemetery. Rev. J. N. Blatt, of Zionsville, will officiate. All relatives are invited to attend the funeral without notice.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, July 7, 1915, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gery, Horace (Harry) R.

Horace (Harry) R. Gery, grizzled old critic of modern construction methods and one of the area's few “dowsers,” died yesterday afternoon at his home in Hereford. He was 83. Gery, who built scores of homes in the Upper Perkiomen Valley in the early 1900s, scorned modern day builders. He was especially outspoken on the subject of barns. “They don't peg them together like we did,” he complained to a reporter last July. “They just spike them.” As a dowser or “water witcher” he was credited with marked success in the discovery of underground stores of water. With a forked mulberry stick in hand, he walked the hills of Berks, Montgomery and other counties. When the tip of the twig bent downward, there the water could be found, he said. Fewer than one man in 100 has the strange power, Gery said. The explanation he gave was not always acceptable to the scientific-minded. “Electric!” he said. “We have a different and stronger electric in us than other people have.” He died after an illness of four weeks. A native and a lifelong resident of Hereford, he was a son of the late Michael N. and Sallie A. (Reese) Gery. He and his wife, Mrs. Regina G. (Kriebel) Gery, would have celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on April 25. He was a member of Huffs Evangelical and Reformed Church, and belonged to the East Greenville and Bally Fire companies and the East Greenville Owls. Surviving with his wife are three sons, Webster, Hereford, and Clarence and Claude, East Greenville; two daughters, Helen, wife of Harry Dierolf, Macungie, and Alda, at home; 15 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; two brothers, John and James, East Greenville, and a sister, Mrs. Ella Conrad, Allentown. Services will be at 1:30 pm. Saturday at the Hoffman Funeral Home, 221 Main St., East Greenville.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, February 28, 1957, pages 5 and 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gery, Jacob M.

Jacob M. Gery, a former clerk in the office of recorder of deeds at Reading, under the late J. A. Bausher, of Hamburg, shot himself in the mouth with a breechloading shotgun at 10.30 a.m. Monday at his home near Mertztown. He had been in ill health for several years and underwent an operation for gallstones in an Allentown hospital about a year ago. His failing health caused him to become despondent. Monday morning he left the house and said he wanted to shoot crows. He went back of a shock of corn fodder and arranged the gun so that he could pull the trigger with the barrel pointing to his mouth. Death is said to have been instantaneous. Mr. Gery is survived by his widow, two daughters and three sons. He was a member of the Reformed congregation at Huff's Church and was affiliated with the K.G.E. lodge at Harlem.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, May 1, 1918, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gery, James H.

James H. Gery, retired carpenter, died early yesterday at his home, 106 Cherry St., East Greenville. He was 79. Born in Hereford Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Michael and Sallie (Reese) Gery. He was the husband of Minnie (Bittenbender) Gery. Gery was a member of New Goshenhoppen United Church of Christ, East Greenville. Besides his widow, surviving are a son, John M., of East Greenville; a daughter Lillian, wife of Walter Fox of Pennsburg; a sister, Mrs. Ella Conrad of Allentown; a brother John of East Greenville and five grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday in the Hunsberger Funeral Home, 163 Main St., Pennsburg, with viewing after 7 p.m. Wednesday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, September 25, 1961, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gery, James L.

James L. Gery, of Harlem, Berks county, aged 55 years, died on Tuesday of consumption, after an illness of three months. When Mr. Gery died is not definitely known, as in the evening, he said he was a little better and was found dead in bed early Tuesday morning. Mr. Gery conducted a general merchandise business since April last, and previous to that operated his father's grist mill, near Harlem. He is survived by his widow, and two sons, Irwin, of Allentown; Morris, of Hereford, and two daughters, Mrs. Andrew G. Kriebel, of Hereford, and Lillie, residing at home; by his father, who is 84 years old, and three brothers, Henry, of Indiana; William of Siesholtzville, and frank, of Allentown, and by three sisters, Mrs. William Druckenmiller, of Sigmund; Mrs. William H. Sallade, and Mrs. James Kuhns, of Hereford. The funeral will be held from his late residence on Tuesday morning, December 2. Interment at Huff's Church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, December 1, 1902, page 3. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gery, John B.

John B. Gery of 524 N. Howard St. died Saturday in his home. He was 86. Born in Siesholtzville, he was a son of the late Charles and Amelia Bittenbender Gery. He had been a resident of Allentown since 1892. For 58 years he was employed by Gomery Brothers in Allentown, retiring four years ago. He was a member of Zion United Church of Christ and had sung in the choir for 30 years. Before coming to Allentown, he served as organist at Huffs Church in Berks County. Surviving are his wife, the former Emma DeLong; two sons, Nevin, and Marvin, both of Allentown; two grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. Services will be held Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. in the Stephens Funeral Home, 1335-37 Linden St., Allentown, with viewing Monday from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, December 27, 1959, page 24. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gery, John Harvey

John Harvey Gery, a well known Berks farmer, died at the Gery homestead, Harlem, Barto, R.D. 1, where he resided for many years. He was in his 68th year. For a long period prior to his death, Mr. Gery was secretary of the board of road supervisors of Hereford township. He was a member of the Reformed congregation of Huff's Church. Surviving are one son, Paul Gery, Allentown; two sisters, Mrs. Lizzie Gregory, Pennsburg, and Mrs. George Diehl, Philadelphia, and two brothers, William P. B. Gery and Robert E. Gery, both of Alburtis. Funeral Thursday at 1:30. Further services in Huff's Church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, June 1, 1938, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gery, Lizzie (nee Bause)

At 8 o'clock Friday evening, Lizzie, wife of Erwin C. Gery, county treasurer of Berks, died of cancer of the stomach at her home, 349 West Douglas street, Reading. Her death followed an illness of two months, a week of which time she was bedfast. Mrs. Gery was in her 66th year. Mrs. Gery was a native of Hereford township, where she spent her early years. She was a daughter of the late William and Elizabeth Bause. Prior to occupying the office of treasurer of Berks county, deceased's husband for 39 years conducted the Siesholtzville Hotel, where both were well known to the traveling public. Mrs. Gery had a large acquaintance. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation at Huff's church. There remain to mourn her loss, besides her husband, two sons, Donald and Harry; two grandchildren, Pauline and Leila, and one brother, John Bause, of Landis Store.

Death Notice (p. 3): Age at death = 65 years, 1 month, 3 days. Buried, Huffs Church cemetery

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, June 24, 1919, page 14. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gery, Mary (nee Burkhalter)

Mary, wife of Thomas H. Gery, nee Burkhalter, died at her home at Hereford, aged 55 years and 9 months, from the effects of a stroke of apoplexy. She was in ill health the past two years. She is survived by her husband and the following sons: Dr. A. O. Gery, Chapel; Jacob and Jesse, Allentown; William, at home, and three daughters, Ida and Daisy, at home, and Mary, wife of H. Winslow Fegley, of Hereford. Also two brothers, Charles Burkhalter, of Hosensack, and Thomas Burkhalter, of Clinton county, Indiana, and by one sister, Mrs. Caroline Schuler. The funeral will be held from the residence of her husband this morning. Interment in the cemetery adjoining the Pennsburg Reformed Church. Mrs. Gery was the mother of eleven children, four of whom preceded her in death.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, October 3, 1900, page 4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gery, Mary Ann

Mrs. Mary Ann Gery, lifelong resident of Berks county and widow of Milton W. Gery, died on Sunday at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. John E. Strunk, Barto R. 1, near Huffs church. She was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, a daughter of the late Jonathan and Hettie (Rohrbach) Ziegler. She held membership in Huff's Reformed church. Surviving is the daughter with whom she resided, four grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. Rev. James N. Blatt will conduct services on Saturday at 1:30 p.m. at the late home, with continued services in the church and burial in the church cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, January 22, 1947, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gery, Michael N.

Michael N. Gery, well known throughout Berks county and an uncle of County Treasurer E. C. Gery, died of old age and a complication of ailments at Hereford on Tuesday. Mr. Gery was a retired farmer and was a familiar figure at the Geary-Gery family reunions, held annually at Siesholtzville, and always took part in the programs, he being an expert in rattling the bones. Deceased died in his 88th year. These children survive: Alfred, Allentown; Mrs. Charles Roeder, Sigmund; John, East Greenville; Horace R., Hereford; Mrs. John Conrad, Summit Lawn; James, Hereford; Howard, a member of the crew of the Battleship Texas, and Charles E., East Macungie. Deceased was a brother of Charles M., Siesholtzville, and Mrs. Matilda Christ, East Greenville; Milton M., Harlem, and Jacob Gery, Topton, are half-brothers.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, January 24, 1917, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gery, Minnie V. (nee Bittenbender)

Mrs. Minnie V. (Bittenbender) Gery, 82, formerly of East Greenville, died yesterday in Pennsburg R.D. Born in Hereford Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late John F. and Eliza (Rohrbach) Bittenbender. She was the widow of James H. Gery. She was a member of the New Goshenhoppen United Church of Christ, East Greenville. Surviving are a son, John, with whom she resided; a daughter, Mrs. Lillian Fox of Pennsburg; a sister, Mrs. Eliza Merkel of Boyertown; five grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday in the Hunsberger Funeral Home, 163 Main St., Pennsburg. Viewing will be after 7 p.m. Monday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, July 6, 1968, page 11. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gery, Regina (nee Kriebel)

Mrs. Regina (Kriebel) Gery, formerly of Hereford, died yesterday at the Styer Convalescent Home in Pennsburg. She was 89. She had been a resident of the home for two years. Born in East Greenville, she was a daughter of the late Henry and Elizabeth (Greisemar) Kriebel. Her husband, Horace R. Gery, died in 1954. Surviving are two daughters, Alda of Allentown and Helen, wife of Harry Dearolf of Macungie; three sons, Webster of Hereford and Clarence and Claude, both of East Greenville; two brothers, Andrew of Hereford and Asher of Lynnville and a sister Mrs. Etta Urffer of Fleetwood. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at the Mann Funeral Home, 221 Main St., East Greenville. Viewing will be after 7 p.m. Saturday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, August 23, 1961, page 13. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gery, Rosa Remeda (nee Long)

Rosa Remeda (nee Long), wife of W. F. B. Gery, died at her home, West Second street, Alburtis, suddenly from a heart stroke Sunday morning at 1.10 o'clock, aged 50 years, 6 months and 17 days. She was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, a daughter of Mrs. Agnes (nee Acker), and the late Thomas Long. She was a devout member of the Longswamp Reformed church. Mrs. Gery is survived by her husband, a daughter, Mrs. William Schueck, at home, her mother, who lives at Reading, a brother, George A. Long, of Harlem, Pa., and two sisters, Mrs. Richard Buck, of Green Lane, and Mrs. George D. Shelly, of Reading. The funeral will be held on Monday afternoon at two o'clock from her late home. Following short services there will be regular services in the Longswamp Reformed church and interment in the cemetery adjoining. Rev. W. L. Meckstroth, of Mertztown, will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, March 28, 1928, page 16. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gery, Sallie (nee DeLong)

Mrs. Sallie Gery, 89, of 224 N. Fulton St., Allentown, wife of A. Erwin Gery, died yesterday in her home. A native of Longswamp, Berks county, she was a daughter of the late Samuel and Susanna (Romig) DeLong. She was a charter member of Grace Evangelical Congregational Church. Surviving in addition to her husband are two stepsons, Harold J., with whom she resided, and Floyd H., of Allentown, and three stepgrandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday in the Stephens Funeral Home, 1335-37 Linden St., Allentown. Calling hours will be 7 to 8:30 p.m. tomorrow.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, January 23, 1962, page 22. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gery, Sallie H. (nee Hoffman)

The remains of Mrs. Sallie H., widow of Jacob M. Gery, of Hereford township, were laid to rest at Huff's church on Tuesday morning. Short services at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Adam Mertz, north of Mertztown. The deceased was a daughter of Michael Hoffman and Catharine (nee Haas) and was born October 22, 1851. In early youth she was confirmed at Huff's church by Rev. A. D. Croll. On November 19, 1870, she was married to Jacob M. Gery by Rev. A. J. Herman. Her husband preceded her in death April 21, 1918, while living at Topton. Of three sons and four daughters, two each survive as follows: Jacob and Allen, both of Allentown; Eva S., wife of Alvin Albitz, Hereford; and Sallie M., wife of Adam Mertz, Mertztown R. 1; also two brothers, Benjamin, of Zionsville, and Frank, of New Berlinville. The last named, on account of illness, could not be present. She passed away suddenly at the age of 75 years, 9 months, and 12 days. J. J. Schofer and Son, of Topton, were in charge.

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

Gery, Sally H. (nee Hoffman)

Sally H. Gery, daughter of the late Michael Hoffman and wife Catherine, nee Haas, died suddenly at 7.30 o'clock last evening at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Adam Mertz, near Mertztown. Mrs. Gery was born in Hereford township, Berks county, and was aged seventy-five years, nine months and twelve days. Her husband, Jacob M. Gery, died April 29, 1918. She is survived by the following children: Allen H. and Jacob G., Allentown; Mrs. Alvin Albitz, Huffs church; Mrs. Adam Mertz, Mertztown R.F. Two brothers, Frank, New Berlinsville, and Benjamin, Zionsville, twelve grandchildren and three great-grandchildren also survive. Funeral services will be held from the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Mertz, Mertztown, on Tuesday morning at 9.30 o'clock, standard time. Further services will take place at Huffs church, of which she was a member, Rev. William F. Bond officiating. Interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, August 5, 1927, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gery, Sarah Ann Elizabeth (nee Bittenbender)

Sarah Ann Elizabeth, nee Bittenbender, widow of Milton N. Gery, died yesterday afternoon at 5 o'clock at the home of Eugene Gregory, Red Hill, from ailments incident to old age. She was 81 years old. For many years she resided at East Greenville where her husband was constable. Upon his death she moved to Philadelphia, where she lived with her daughter. For the past two weeks she had been visiting her daughter and son-in-law in Red Hill where she passed away. Survivors are three sons, Robert and W. P. B. Gery, of Alburtis, and John Gery, of Barto; two daughters, Mrs. Eugene Gregory, Red Hill, and Mrs. Lillian Diehl, Philadelphia, and one sister, Lucy Bittenbender, East Greenville. Brief funeral services will be held at the home of Eugene Gregory, Red Hill, Thursday afternoon at 1 o'clock standard time, followed by regular services at Huffs church and interment in the cemetery adjoining.

Death notice (p. 10): Age at death = 81 years, 10 months, 1 day

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, July 23, 1929, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gery, William L.

William L. Gery, a well known farmer, died on Saturday at his home in Seisholtzville, after a lengthy illness following a stroke. He was 74 years, 10 months and 19 days of age. He is survived by his widow, Emma, nee Greiss, by two sons, Calvin, Bethlehem, and Wilmer, Kutztown, and seven grandchildren. Two brothers and three sisters, Henry, Calfax, Inc.; Frank, of Allentown; Mrs. Katie Druckenmiller, Allentown; Mrs. Sarah Solliday, Pennsburg, and Mrs. James Kuhns, of Chapel, also survive. Funeral services will be held at his late home on Thursday afternoon at 1.30 o'clock, standard time. Continued services at Huff's church. Interment in the adjoining cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, July 31, 1928, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gery, William Peter B.

William Peter B. Gery, Alburtis postmaster and one of the borough's most active citizens, died at 2 a.m. Sunday at his home after an illness of several weeks. He was 64 years of age. He was named postmaster in April, 1933, and resigned as burgess to accept the appointment. He was Alburtis' initial Democratic burgess, serving a little more than three years. Mr. Gery, who resided in Alburtis for 40 years, was identified with many community movements. He and the late Rev. Frank P. Laros were responsible for the incorporation of the town as a borough. He circulated a petition which led to the building of a cement highway between Alburtis and Trexlertown. He was at one time a member of borough council and served as its president. He was secretary of the board of health for eight years, and was active in the organization of the Alburtis Building and Loan assn., serving at one time as the association vice president. His fraternal affiliations included Castle No. 298, Knights of the Golden Eagle, East Greenville; Kutztown Aerie, F.O.E.; Nest No. 1, Royal Order of Sparrows, Allentown; Pox-E-Lox Tribe No. 398, Order of Redmen, Allentown; Camp No. 97, P.O.S. of A., Alburtis; Alburtis council No. 1914, S.P.A.; the Lehigh Valley Motor club, the Haymakers Assn., in which he was a past president; National League of District Postmasters, National Assn. of Postmasters of the United States, the Mertztown Rod and Gun club, Alburtis Band and Alburtis Fire Co. Mr. Gery was one of the organizers of the Alburtis Rod and Gun club and a charter member of the Sparrows Nest of Allentown. He was also president of the Gery-Gary family reunion group, and a member of the Alburtis Realty Co. He received a certificate of merit from the state Forest Fire Wardens for 20 years of service in that organization. He was a member of the Reformed congregation, Longswamp church, and the Aid society of the church. He was the son of the late Milton and Sarah E. (Bittenbender) Gery. His first wife, Rosa (Long) Gery, died 11 years ago. Survivors include his second wife, Annie (Gettle) Steely Gery; a son, William Peter Gery Jr., at home; a daughter, Mrs. William Schueck, Alburtis; a brother, Robert Gery, Alburtis; two sisters, Mrs. Lizzie Gregory, Pennsburg; Mrs. Lillie Diehl, Philadelphia. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 1:30 p.m. from the late home with continued services in the Longswamp church. Interment adjoining cemetery. Rev. Donald Englert will officiate. Viewing Wednesday 7-9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, February 27, 1939, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gerz, George W.

GERZ - In this city, on the 14th inst. George W., son of Augustus and the late Rosie Gerz, aged 20 years, 3 months and 29 days. Interment in Aulenbach Cemetery.

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

Geschwindt, Adam H.

On the anniversary of his 70th birthday, Adam H. Geschwindt died at his home in Kutztown while seated on a rocking chair in his sitting room, on Sunday after an illness of six months with diabetes and heart failure. Mr. Geschwindt was born in Upper Bern township on Feb. 24, 1848, and was the son of Jonathan and Sarah (nee Himmelberger) Geschwindt. For the last 15 years he was a resident of Kutztown, during which time he was engaged in the ice cream and confectionery business. A year ago he retired. Besides his widow, Eva (nee Spangler), he is survived by one son, Harris D., at home; one brother, William, and one sister, Sarah, both of Upper Bern township.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, February 27, 1918, page 17. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geschwindt, Levi H.

Rev. Levi H. Geschwindt, a Lutheran clergyman, died last week at the home of his parents, in Tilden township, Berks county, aged 49 years, of apoplexy of the heart, resultant from grip. He is survived by his wife and two sons. Deceased was a cousin of Alderman E. F. Schock, of this city.

[Source: Allentown Democrat, Wednesday, August 29, 1894, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Geschwint, Anna Maria

Geschwint - In Upper Bern, on March 23d, Anna Maria, daughter of Henry G. and Sarah (Epler) Geschwint, aged 7 years, 11 months and 25 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, April 5, 1789. Submitted by Kathy.]

Geyer, George Morgan

Geyer -- Near Gilbertstown, on December 9th, George Morgan Geyer, son of William and RAchael Geyer, aged 12 years, 3 months and 23 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 9, 1875. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Geyer, James Franklin

Geyer -- Near Gilbertstown, on December 5th, James Franklin Geyer, son of William and Rachael Geyer, aged 10 years, 5 months and 20 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 9, 1875. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Geyer, William B.

Geyer -- Near Gilbertstown, December 22d, William B. Geyer, son of William and Rachael Geyer, aged 19 years, 8 months and 19 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 9, 1875. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Giandomenico, Anthony

Anthony (Tony), infant son of Carmine Giandomenico and wife Anthonetta (nee Custandina), of Schlossberg, in Longswamp, died on July 29 1916, aged seven months and fifteen days. He was born in Allentown, December 14, 1925, and was baptized in February, 1926, by Rev. Anthony Zarzurl. The sponsors were Frank Alexander the wife Mary. After brief services at the house, interment was made on Saturday afternoon, July 31. W. F. Bond officiating in the Longswamp cemetery. Undertaker Clinton Schmoyer, of Breinigsville, was in charge. The Giandomenico family with a number of children surviving is occupying the finely improved summer home of the late Undertaker Brickel, of Allentown, who recently remodeled the place with Delco lights (electric) and other modern improvements, earlier known as the Levi Reeser home.

[Source: Shamrock news, Allentown Morning Call, Friday, August 6, 1926, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gibson, Edith K.

Services were held for Edith K. Gibson, 93, formerly of Alsace Township and Evans Retirement Home, Fleetwood, who died April 17 in Beverly Manor, Exeter Township, where she had been a resident. Her husband, Albert H. Gibson, died in 1975. Born in Reading, she had been employed for one year as a teacher in the Reading School District. She was a member of Hope Lutheran Church, Reading. Gibson was a 1926 graduate of Reading Girls High School and a 1928 graduate of Kutztown Normal School. She is survived by a daughter, Linda L. (Gibson) Spadafora, Alsace Township, and a son, William A., Reinholds. There are also five grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandsons. Burial was in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. The Auman Funeral Homes, Reiffton, handled the arrangements.

[Source: Boyertown Area Times, April 24, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Gibson, Faye E.

Faye E. Gibson, 61, of 255 Parkway, Schuylkill Haven, died Thursday at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, Pottsville, where she was a patient for one week. Born in Hamburg, Berks County, Feb. 3, 1941, she was a daughter of the late Harvey C. Wink and Esther V. Bailey Wink. She was of the Lutheran faith. She was a resident of Schuylkill Haven since 1983. Surviving are a daughter, Sue Markish, Schuylkill Haven; a son, Scott, Hamburg; two half sisters, Eleanor Harter, Ephrata, and Arline Sensenig, Akron; four half brothers, Harry Wink, Lititz, Richard Wink, Brownstown, Roy Wink, York, and Dennis Wink, Leola; three grandsons. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday from Geschwindt-Stabingas Funeral Home, 25 E. Main St., Schuylkill Haven, with the Rev. Donald Beck officiating. Interment will be in St. Paul's Smoke Church Cemetery, Windsor Township, Berks County.

[Source: Pottsville Republican, September 21, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Gibson, Irwin E.

Gibson, Irwin E., of Wyomissing, Pa., departed to be with Christ on May 20, 1949, at the age of 72. He was not well for some months, but his condition became serious only a few days before his death. He is survived by his wife, Mazie; a son, Henry; a step-son, Edward Etzel; one daughter, Ethel, wife of Allen Rarig; two grandchildren, two brothers, and one sister. God will comfort and keep them. Mr. Gibson was a charter member of First E.C. Church, Reading, served as a Trustee for 30 years, and as church treasurer for 27 years. He was intensely loyal to his church. His Christian assurance was expressed in the funeral text he had selected: "I know whom I have believed, and am persuaded that he is able to keep that which I have committed unto him against that day." The service was conducted on May 23 by the Rev. C. P. Kichline, his pastor for the past seven years, and the undersigned, the present pastor of First Church, Reading. Interment was made in Charles Evans Cemetery in Reading. __H. D. Wittmaier

[Source: The United Evangelical (Myerstown, PA), vol. XXV, no. 24, June 14, 1949, p. 12. Submitted by: Lynn.]

Gibson, John Daniel

Gibson -- In Penn, August 2d, John Daniel Gibson; infant son of Henry S. and Elizabeth Gibson, aged 3 months and 13 days.

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

Gibson, Stella V.

Stella V. Gibson, 81, formerly of Reading and Hamburg, died Thursday morning at Berks Heim nursing home annex, Leesport, where she lived since 1994. Born in Auburn, she was a daughter of the late Mahlon R. and Vallie V. Bressler Dreisbach. She was employed for many years as a sewing machine operator by the former Hamburg Knitting Mills, retiring in 1966. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Hamburg. Her husband, Paul W., died in 1948. Surviving are two sons, Gary P., Cressona, and Glenn M., Hamburg; three daughters, Gail M. Gibson Schwambach and Beverly A. Gibson Wagner, both of Reading, and Gwendolyn D. Gibson Farina, Leesport; a brother, T. Stanley Dreisbach, Shoemakersville; five sisters, Iva Mengel and Clara Brommer, both of Auburn, Minerva Dietrich, Hamburg, Margaret Hubler, Pottstown and Vera Shirk, Denver, Colo.; 14 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren. Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday from Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg. Interment will be in Berks County Memorial Gardens, Maidencreek Township.

[Source: Pottsville Republican, October 17, 1998. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Gicker, Solomon

Solomon Gicker, of Birdsboro, R D 1, near Beckersville, died yesterday at Reading Hospital, aged 80 years. He was a member of Plow Lutheran Church, Plow.

Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Adeline (Jacobs), and four children: Mrs. Margaret Glass, of Seyfert; Mrs. Howard Frees of Reading; Irvin of Mohnton; and Elmer of Reading; and seventeen grandchildren and seven grandchildren.

Funeral Thursday at 1:30 pm in his late home. Further services in the Plow Church with Rev. Frank E Radcliffe and Rev. Victor A Knoninger officiating. Interment in the adjoining cemetery, with the Lutz Funeral Home in charge.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Monday, June 26, 1939. Submitted by: Submitted by Diana.]

Gier, Ida A

Gier - In the city on June 20th, Ida A., daughter of Charles and Maria GIER, age 23 years, 1 month and 3 days. The relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from the residence of the parents, No.528 Oley street, on Tuersday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Services at the house. Interment at Charles Evans cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, June 23, 1880. Submitted by: Diana.]

Gieringer, Margaret F.

Margaret F. Gieringer, 84, formerly of Fleetwood, died May 24 in her Millsboro, Del., residence. Her husband, Edward C. Gieringer, died March 22, 2004. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Charles E. and Julia M. (Blatt) Hostetter. Gieringer had been employed for 10 years by Fleetwood Shirt Factory, retiring in 1976. She is survived by a daughter, Susan M. (Gieringer) Schock, Milton, Del.; and four sons: Edward C. III and Frederick H., both of Fleetwood; Kenneth A., Douglassville; and Charles E., Millsboro. Other survivors include a sister, Lydia (Borrell) Keating, Shippensburg, Cumberland County. There are also 14 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a son, Herbert L., on Aug. 30, 2003. Services will be Saturday at 11 a.m. in Mae A. Stump Funeral Home Inc., Fleetwood.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, May 25, 2005. Submitted by Nancy.]

Giessler, Rosanna Maria

Giessler - In Upper Tulpehoccon, January 2d, Rosanna Maria, daughter of Joseph and Priscilla Giessler, aged 10 months and 6 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 21, 1871. Submitted by Kathy.]

Gift, Franklin B.

Franklin B. Gift, 70, employe of the Consumers Gas Company of Reading for 25 years, died yesterday morning in St. Joseph's Hospital, Reading. He had resided at 737 Chestnut St., Reading. Born in Ruscomb Manor Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Elias and Amelia (Weyandt) Gift. He moved to Reading when he started to work for the gas company, living prior to that time in Henningsville. He was a member of the E and R congregation of Huffs Union Church, Huffs Church, and was affiliated with the Veteran Fireman's Association of Reading. His first wife, Susanna (Bush) Gift, preceded him in death. Surviving are his wife, Blanche (Hoover) Gift, two sons, Alfred, Kleinfeltersville; and Frank, Alburtis R. 1, nine grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, two brothers, Harrison, Doylestown, and Samuel, Reading, and seven sisters, Mrs. Herman Radtke, Mrs. Deborah Oakes, Mrs. Emma Yeager and Mrs. Clara Egert, all of Philadelphia; Mrs. Elsie Waters, Reading; Mrs. Paul Weber, Sinking Springs; and Mrs. Samuel Hough, Eddington.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, October 8, 1952, page 35. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gift, George

A patient in the Berks Sanitarium in Bern township for the past two years, George Gift of Henningsville died yesterday morning. He was in his 29th year. Mr. Gift was born in Henningsville and was a son of Franklin and the late Susan, nee Bush, Gift. He was employed at the Topton foundry until he became ill. Surviving him are his father; his wife Alice, nee Bernet, and daughter Barbara, of Douglassville; two brothers, Alfred of Jacksonwald and Frank of Henningsville. Funeral services will be held at the Schofer funeral home, Topton, Saturday at 1.30 p.m., daylight saving time, with further services in Huffs church. Rev. J. N. Blatt will officiate. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church. Friends may call Friday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, July 15, 1936, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gift, George H.

George H. Gift died Sunday evening of Tuberculosis at his residence in Stonersville, aged 28 years. Deceased was a member of Oley Reformed Church and Griesemersville Lodge, No.1109, I.O.O.F. He was the son of John H and Annie Gift. Stonersville, both of whom are still living. He is also survived by four sisters and six brothers; Katie, wife of Sylvester Greenawalt, and Alice, wife of Elam Rhoads, of Reading; Aquilla, wife of V. L. Goodhart. Of Stonersville, and Christina, wife of John Weidner, of Amity; Oliver H., Adam H., both of Reading; Jacob H. and John H., at home; Thomas H., Greshville.

[Source: Reading Eagle, February 3, 1913, p. 4. Submitted by Michelle.]

Gift, William H.

William H. Gift, 76, of 434 Washington St., Allentown, an employe of Bethlehem Steel Corp.'s No. 2 Machine Shop for 20 years until his retirement in 1963, died Sunday in Sacred Heart Hospital. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late William and Linda Gift. Surviving are two sons, Melvin of San Jose, Calif., and Conway W., of Allentown; three daughters, Betty, wife of Kenneth Keiper of Fremont, Calif., Jean, wife of Eugene Longenecker of Hereford, Berks County, and Lois, wife of Merritt Kistler of Allentown, 12 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in the J. S. Burkholder Funeral Home, 1601 Hamilton St., Allentown. Call noon until the time of services Wednesday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, February 17, 1975, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gilbert, Barry J.

Among the local survivors of Barry J. Gilbert, 46, of Muhlenberg Township, who died of natural causes Feb. 16 in the emergency room of Reading Hospital, are two brothers, Steven C. Gilbert, Mohrsville and Charles H. Gilbert Jr., Hamburg.

[Source: Hamburg Area Item, February 26, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Gilbert, Eva M. (nee Huber)

In Robesonia, on the 11th, Mrs Eva M (nee Huber), wife of Harry Gilbert, aged 26 years, 9 months and 5 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from the residence of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John B. Huber, on Ruth St., Thursday Jul 16 10:30 a.m. at the house. Services in St. Paul's Reformed Church, Robesonia. Interment in the cemetery adjoining St. Daniel's (Corner) Church.

[Source: Reading Eagle, July 13, 1914. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Gilbert, Henry

Gilbert, Henry S.

Bechtelsville Citizen Killed by a Fall

Henry S. Gilbert, a retired farmer of Bechtelsville, who was employed by the carriage works of Walter B. Fisher, died of injuries received when he fell head foremost from the roof of a pig-pen. Death was almost instantaneous. He was aged 73 years, 11 months and 8 days, and leaves his widow and the following children: Morris and Luther, both of Boyertown; Calvin, Conshocken; Howard near Bechtelsville; Mrs. William Grofe, of Bechtelsville; Mrs. Benneville Dellicker, Zionsville, and Mrs. Lawarence Heist, Royersford. Undertaker Benneville Dellicker, Zionsville, has charge.

Funeral Monday, Oct. 19. Deceased was at one time a progressive farmer of Colebrookdale township and served as a councilman in Bechtelsville. He was a consistent reader of the Berks County Democrat since it was first printed in 1857. He raised a fine family of children and was much respected in the community. We mourn his loss.

[Source: Berks County Democrat (Boyertown, PA), Saturday, October 17, 1914. Submitted by: Betty.]

Gilbert, Ida A. (nee Moll)

Ida A. (Moll), wife of Elias H. Gilbert, died at her home, in Pottstown on Sunday, aged 71 years. Born in Seisholtzville, Berks county, she was a daughter of the late Benjamin H. and Anna M. (Keiser) Moll. Surviving are her husband, who is secretary of the board of health and a former assemblyman; a son, Charles Spencer Gilbert, of Pottstown; two daughters, Anna G., wife of O. B. Lessig, at home, and Sarah G., wife of Edward Conrad, Hellertown; two grandsons, Spencer B. Lessig and Charles Spencer Gilbert, Jr., and sister, Stella, wife of Albert Reichenbach, of Pottstown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, April 2, 1935, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gilbert, Jacob

On the 12th inst., in Colebrookdale township, Berks County, Jacob Gilbert, about 57 years.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, November 23, 1850. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Gilbert John M.

John M. Gilbert, 79, died Friday evening at his home, 747 Chestnut St., Emmaus. Born in Hereford Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Benjamin and Emaline (Hertzog) Gilbert and was the husband of the late Meda (Wieder) Gilbert. He was employed for 50 years by the Donaldson Iron Co., Emmaus, where he was secretary-treasurer. Gilbert was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Emmaus. He is survived by a son, Dr. Russell Gilbert, Selinsgrove; three daughters, Helen, wife of Rev. Paul Katt, River Edge, N.J.; Edna, wife of LeRoy Schaffer, Emmaus; Annabelle, wife of Stanwood Stroh, Emmaus; 10 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday in the Reinsmith Funeral Home, 225 Elm St., emmaus. There will be no calling hours.

[Source: Allentown Sunday Call-Chronicle, Sunday, September 11, 1960, page 22. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gilbert, John P.

John P. Gilbert, 60, of Coopersburg died May 1, 2003 in his home. Born in New Brunswick, N.J. he was the son of the late Herbert L. and Ida E. (Dull) Gilbert. He was last employed as a lineman for Gary L. Larr TV Construction in Bordentown, N.J. He was a U.S. Army Veteran serving during the Vietnam War. He is survived by two sons, John of Schwenksville and William of Calvert City, Ky.; one daughter, Vicki Timmons of Calvert City, Ky.; two brothers, Herbert of New Sharon, N.J. and Charles of Croyden; two sisters Georgia Cummings of Bordentown, N.J. and Dorothy Weaver of Burlington, N.J.; and four grandsons. Memorial services will be held May 18, at 2:30 pm at his home at 1995 Grant Rd., Coopersburg. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements: C.R. Strunk Funeral Home Inc., 821 W. Broad St., Quakertown, PA 18951.

[Source: Quakertown Free Press, May 15, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Gilbert, Leah G.

Services were held for Leah G. Gilbert, 97, formerly of South 14th Street and Providence House, Court Street, who died February 28. She had been a resident at the Beverly Manor, Exeter Township, where she resided for one week. Her husband, Murray W. Gilbert, died in 1981. Born in Birdsboro, she was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Reading. Surviving are four sons: William M. and Russell M., both of Riverside, Calif.; Chester M., Reading; and Ronald M., West Reading. Other survivors include three daughters: Jeanette C. (Gilbert) Wright, Reiffton; Mary Lou (Gilbert) Schaeffer, Myerstown; and Emma Lou Gilbert, Mount Penn. There are also 19 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren and 10 great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a son, James L., in 1941. Burial was in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. The arrangements were handled by the Lutz Funeral Home Inc., Mount Penn.

[Source: Southern Berks News, March 10, 2004. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Gilbert, Mrs.

Gilbert, Mary Barbara (nee Rink)

The funeral of Mrs. Mary Barbara, widow of Mathias Gilbert, of 625 Union street, will be held on Thursday at 9 a.m. The body will be taken to Lehigh Church for services and burial. Mrs. Gilbert, who was never seriously ill up to the time of the illness which resulted in her death, died on Sunday at the home of her daughters, Mrs. Emma R. Kriebel, aged 82 years, 2 months and 16 days. Death was due to general debility. She was bedfast only two weeks and retained an almost perfect memory up to the time of her death. Deceased was a daughter of the late Andrew and Barbara (nee Bachman) Rink. She was born near Shamrock, Berks county. Her father was a native of Germany and her mother a native of Lynn township, this county. Each died at the age of 84. Deceased was the mother of a remarkable family. There survive these children: Benjamin F., Emaus; Francis H. Shimersville; Howard L., Pen Argyl; George T., Mrs. C. A. Miller and Mrs. Emma Kriebel, Allentown. There are 38 grandchildren and 39 great-grandchildren. Her husband died eleven years ago and no brothers or sisters survive. Deceased was a member of Lehigh Church, Lutheran congregation. Rev. C. A. Kerschner, of this city, will conduct the services.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, November 16, 1910, page 2. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gilbert, Rachel Royer

Former Steelton Resident Dies From Old Age

[Picture of Rachel]

Mrs. William Gilbert, aged 93 years died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. H. H. Moser, 44 North Seventeenth street, Harrisburg, yesterday. Death was due to old age. She is survived by three children, nine grandchildren and twenty-three great-grandchildren. She was the great-grandmother of O. C. Bickel, silk buyer for Dives, Pomeroy & Stewart's department store.

Mrs. Gilbert was born in Montgomery county and spent her adult life in Reading until twenty-five years ago when she moved to Steelton. About four years ago she came to this city, making her home with her daughter, Mrs. H. H. Moser. She was a member of the St. John's Lutheran Church, Steelton for more than fifteen years.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The Rev. M. P. Hocker, pastor of the St. John's Lutheran Church, Steelton and the Rev. Lewis C. Manges, pastor of the Memorial Lutheran Church, Fifteenth and Shoop streets, Harrisburg, will officiate.

[Source: Harrisburg Telegraph, September 7, 1914. Submitted by Chris.]

Gilbert, Ronald E.

Ronald E. Gilbert, 71, formerly of Reading, Died July 18 while being transported from Graterford Prison, Montgomery County, to Camp Hill Correctional Institution, Cumberland County. Gilbert died of natural causes while on a prison transport bus, officials from the Cumberland County coroner's office said. Born in Reading, he was a son of Alton F. Gilbert, Sr. and Catherine A. (Fies) Gilbert. Gilbert had been last employed as a custodian by VF Corp., Wyomissing, retiring in 1996 He is survived by a sister, Nancy L. Gilbert Cox, Reading; and three brothers, John H. and Roy F. of Reading, and Alton S. Jr., Laureldale. Services and burial will be private. The Auman Funeral Homes, Reiffton, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Unknown, July 18, 2005. Submitted by: Gilbert.]

Gilbert, William

GILBERT - In this city, on the 15th inst., William Gilbert, aged 68 years. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend his funeral without further notice, on Saturdayafternoon at 1.30 o'clock, from the residence of his son, 339 South 11th street. Services at the house. Interment at Alsace cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, May 16, 1889. Submitted by Chris.]

Gilbert, William

The remains of William Gilbert, who died in Harrisburg, were brought to this city and taken to the residence of his son, 339 South 11th. Deceased was born in District township and was a resident of this city for a number of years. He was a foremaster by occupation, but retired several years ago. His age was 67 years, 8 months and 6 days, and he leaves 3 surviving children, Charles W., of this city, Mary M., of Wernersville, and Susan E., of Steelton. The remains were borne to rest at the Alsace church. Rev. B. D. Zweizig conducted the services.The bearers were Henry Gilbert, Jacob Koch, John Augstadt amd A. Linbach.

[Source: Reading Eagle, May 18, 1889. Submitted by Chris.]

Gilbert Jr., William M.

William Murray Gilbert Jr., 78, Riverside, Calif., formerly of Reading, died May 7 at 8:45 p.m. in a nursing home in Riverside. He was the husband of Teresa (Torchia) Gilbert, formerly of Reading. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Murray and Leah Gilbert. He was employed at Rohrer Aircraft, Riverside, until his retirement. He is also survived by a daughter, Eileen (Gilbert) Ruston, Riverside. Other survivors include three brothers: Chester, Reading; and twin brothers, Ronald M., West Reading, and Russell, Riverside. Also surviving are three sisters: Jeanette (Gilbert) Wright, Reiffton; Emmylou Gilbert, Mount Penn; and his twin sister, Marylou (Gilbert) Schaeffer, Myerstown. There are also three grandchildren and a great-grandchild. The Crestlawn Funeral Home, Riverside, was in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, May 11, 2005. Submitted by Nancy.]

Giles, Francis L.

Services were held for Francis L. Giles, 80, of Maple Drive, Caernarvon Township, who died January 4 in his residence. His wife, Carolyn M. (Gring) Giles, died in 1990. Born in Reading, Giles had been employed for 26 years as a truck driver by Grace Mines, Morgantown, retiring in 1978. He was a Marine Corps veteran of World War II. Surviving is a son, Scott, and a daughter, Wendy (Giles) DeHaven, both of Morgantown. Other survivors include two brothers; two sisters; four grandchildren and two great-granddaughters. Burial was in Caernarvon Cemetery, Morgantown. The Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terry Hill, handled the arrangements.

[Source: Southern Berks News, January 8, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Giles, Harvey I.

A funeral service will be held at 2 Saturday afternoon for Harvey I. Giles, 62, of 14 West Fifth Street, Boyertown, who died yesterday in Pottstown Hospital where he had been a patient the past two weeks.

He was born in Earl Township to Henry A. and Caroline Imbody Giles and was the husband of Roma R. Zerr Giles. His first wife Mrs. Mabel Yerger Giles, died in 1941.

Mr. Giles was employed as a salesman for Williams Pontiac, Boyertown, until his recent illness. He was a salesman for the former Krause and Herbein firm in Boyertown, and later operated his own business at 15 West Third Street.

He was a member of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Boyertown; Boyertown Nest 22 Fraternal Order of Orioles; Friendship Hook and Ladder Co., Boyertown, and Pike Township Sportsmen's Assn.

In addition to his widow, he leaves three daughters: Linda C., at home; Mrs. Robert I. (Mildred) Faust, of 633 Highland Avenue, Boyertown and Mrs. Harold M. (Ruth) Nettles of Royersford; three sons; Donald Y., at home; John H., of 128 North Jefferson Street, Boyertown and Linwood Y. of Boyertown Star Route.

Eleven grandchildren, a sister Mrs. Miranda Weidner, of 642 South Reading Avenue, Boyertown, and two brothers; William, of South Pottstown and Jacob of Allentown.

Services will be held from the Schwenk Funeral Home, Boyertown with the Rev. Fred S. Blank, pastor of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Boyertown officiating. Burial will be made in Fairview Cemetery.

[Source: Boyertown Times, October 16, 1958. Submitted by Betty.]

Giles, William

A funeral service was held on Tuesday for William D. Giles, 73, widower of Bessie (Biehl) Giles, 288 Elm Street, South Pottstown, who died Friday in Medical Center North where he was a patient for a week.

Born in Boyertown, he was the son of the late William H. and Caroline (Imbody) Giles.

Mr. Giles was employed by the Dana Corporation for 14 years retiring 10 years ago.

A member of St. John's Lutheran Church, South Pottstown, he was a charter member of the Orioles Nest 22 of Boyertown, West End Fire Company and Norco Fire Company.

Surviving are a son Douglass A., 71 Union Avenue, South Pottstown. Two daughters, Ella, wife of Jacob Borneman at home and Joyce, wife of Wesley C. Nichols, Pottstown, a sister, Mrs. Miranda Weidner, 642 South Reading Avenue, Boyertown, five grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Services were held at 2 p.m. from the Houck funeral home, Charlotte and Grace Streets, Pottstown. Officiating was the Rev. William L. Shaud, pastor of St. John's Lutheran Church, South Pottstown. Interment followed in the Union Cemetery, Boyertown.

[Source: Boyertown Times, May 23, 1968. Submitted by Betty.]

Gilfert Jr., Ernest A.

Private services were held for Ernest A. Gilfert Jr., 70, of Claire Drive, Exeter Township, who died December 6 in Berkshire Center, Exeter Township, where he had been a patient. He was the husband of Joyce B. (Bechtloff) Gilfert. Born in Birdsboro, Gilfert was employed for 31 years by E. A. Reider, Wyomissing, retiring as carpenter foremen in 1995. He was a member of St. Gabriel's Episcopal Church, Douglassville. Gilfert was an Army veteran of the Korean War. In addition to his wife, he is also survived by a daughter, Patricia L. (Gilfert) Vroman, Exeter Township; and a sister, Betty (Gilfert) Care, Baumstown. There are also two grandchildren. Burial was in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Lebanon County. The Bean Funeral Homes, Inc., Sinking Spring, handled the arrangements.

[Source: Southern Berks News, December 11, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Gilham, Sarah

On the 6th ult., in Amity, Sarah, wife of Samuel Gilham, aged 60 years, 9 month and 12 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal [aka Reading Journal], Saturday, February 6, 1864. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Gill, Harold J.

Harold J. Gill, 81, of Quakertown, died Thursday, Jan. 16, 2003 at St. Luke's Quakertown Hospital. Funeral services were held Jan. 21. Interment was in Quakertown Union Cemetery. He was the husband of Louise (Yost) Vacha Gill and the late Marion (Spaar) Gill. Born in Park Place, Pa., he was the son of the late Albert and Emma (Becker) Gill, Sr. In addition to his wife, he is survived by: one son, James Gill of Elkton, Md.; two daughters, Nancy Gill of Milford Square, Pa and Kathaleen of Quakertown; one brother, John Gill of Park Place; three step-children, Sharon Gilley of Quakertown, Pamela Anderson of Quakertown and Michael Vacha of Fla.; five grandchildren and eight great-0grandchildren; six step-grandchildren and six step-great-grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to Assembly of God Church, P.O. Box 547, Quakertown, PA 18951. Arrangements: Jeffrey A. Naugle Funeral Home, Quakertown.

[Source: Quakertown Free Press, January 23, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Gilleland, Leah W. (nee Warmkessel)

Leah W., nee Warmkessel, widow of Joseph Gilleland, died at 5:15 o'clock yesterday afternoon at the home of her niece, Mrs. Mary Springer, Smith street, Topton, of a complication of ailments. She was in her 80th year. She was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, a daughter of Samuel and Susanna, nee Bieber, Warmkessel, and had lived for a number of years in Topton and vicinity, where she was held in high regard by her neighbors and many friends. She was a devoted member of the Lutheran faith. Her only immediate surviving relative is a sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Gery, of Hereford. Arrangements for the funeral had not been completed last night.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, April 27, 1934, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gillette, Daniel Gano

Daniel Gano Gillette, for forth years with the Mutual Life Insurance Company here, died on Friday at Reading, Penn., aged 71 years. He was the brother of Dr. Walter Gillette, Vice President of the Mutual Life Insurance Company.

[Source: New York Times, June 1, 1913. Submitted by Nancy.]

Gillner, Dorothy S.

Services were held in Frieden's United Church of Christ, Lenhartsville, for Dorothy S. Gillner, formerly of Lenhartsville, who died Dec. 4 in the Lutheran Home at Topton, where she had resided since Nov. 1999. Burial was in the adjoining church cemetery. She was predeceased by her husband, George E. Gillner, who died Dec. 7, 1967. Born in Edelman, Northampton County, she was a daughter of the late Oscar and Lizzie (Hughes) Hearn. She was a member of Frieden's UCC, Lenhartsville, where she was past president of the women's guild and a Sunday school teacher for many years. Gillner was a charter member and past worthy matron of Blue Mountain Chapter 443, Order of Eastern Star, Hamburg. Surviving are seven grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Other survivors include a brother, Harold Hearn, Easton, and a sister, Elsie (Hearn) Frey, Nazareth, Northampton County. She was predeceased by two sons, George E. Gillner, who died in 1989, and Richard M. Gillner, who died in 1991. The Burkey & Driscoll Funeral Home, Hamburg, was in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Boyertown Area Times, December 11, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Gillner, Dorothy S.

Services were held in Frieden's United Church of Christ, Lenhartsville, for Dorothy S. Gillner, 92, formerly of Lenhartsville, who died Dec. 4 in the Lutheran Home at Topton, where she had resided since Nov. 1999. Burial was in the adjoining church cemetery. She was predeceased by her husband, George E. Gillner, who died Dec. 7, 1967. Born in Edelman, Northampton County, she was a daughter of the late Oscar and Lizzie (Hughes) Hearn. She was a member of Frieden's UCC, Lenhartsville, where she was past president of the women's guild and a Sunday school teacher for many years. Gillner was a charter member and past worthy matron of Blue Mountain Chapter 443, Order of Eastern Star, Hamburg. Surviving are seven grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Other survivors include a brother, Harold Hearn, Easton, and a sister, Elsie (Hearn) Frey, Nazareth, Northampton County. She was predeceased by two sons, George E. Gillner, who died in 1989, and Richard M. Gillner, who died in 1991. The Burkey & Driscoll Funeral Home, Hamburg, was in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Hamburg Area Item, December 11, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Gilmore, William

Gilmore -- On the 29th of Dec., William Gilmore, aged 45 years.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 3, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Gillner, George E.

George E. Gillner, 57, of Lenhartsville, husband of Dorothy (Hearn) Gillner, died Thursday in Reading Hospital. Born in Northampton County, he was a son of Mrs. Mary (Walters) Gillner of Philadelphia and the late Myron Gillner. Gillner was assistant superintendent for the Pennsylvania Highways Department in Berks County. He was a member of Frieden's United Church of Christ, Lenhartsville. He was vice president and treasurer of Frieden's cemetery board. Surviving with his widow and mother are two sons, George E., of Lansing, Mich., and Richard M., of Lenhartsville; five grandchildren, a sister, Maida, wife of Robert Bowers of Philadelphia. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday in Frieden's Church. Viewing will be 7-9 p.m. tomorrow in Burkey & Spacht Funeral Home, Hamburg.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, December 9, 1967, page 26. Submitted by Jerri.]

Gilyard, Callie B.

Services were held for Callie B. Gilyard, 80, of Reading Elderly Housing, North Front Street, who died March 15 in the Berkshire Manor, Exeter Township, where she had resided since November. She was the wife of Walter W. Gilyard. Born in Hanover County, Va., she was a self-employed domestic worker, retiring in 1988. She was a member of Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church, Reading, where she was a former steward, a former secretary of the missionary society, and a class leader. Gilyard was the former treasurer of the Youth of Yesterday, Reading. She is also survived by a daughter, Rita E. (Strother) Carney, Poquoson, Va.; and two stepsons, Warren D. and Kenneth W. Gilyard, both of Fleetwood. Other survivors include a brother; seven grandchildren and two great-greatgrandchildren. She was predeceased by a son, James W. Strother Jr., in 2001. Burial was in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Lebanon County. The arrangements were handled by the T. J. Baker Funeral Home Inc.

[Source: Southern Berks News, March 24, 2004. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Ginder, Edna M.

Edna M. Ginder, 85, Exeter Township, died April 30 in Beverly Manor, Exeter Township, where she had resided three weeks. Her husband, Harry A. Ginder, died April 19, 1987. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Ira F. and Edith (Lafferty) DeTurk. Ginder was employed for 30 years as an office worker by the Firestone Tire & Rubber Co. in Reading, retiring in 1975. She was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church, Stony Creek Mills. Surviving is a daughter, Sherran L. (Ginder) Jones, Exeter Township. Other survivors include two grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Services will be Thursday at 11 a.m. in the Auman Funeral Homes, Reiffton. Burial will be in Alsace Cemetery, Hyde Park.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Tuesday, May 3, 2005. Submitted by Nancy.]

Gingrich, Helen J.

Services were private for Helen J. Gingrich, 91, formerly of Reading, who died March 14 in the Berkshire Center, Exeter Township, where she had resided since February. She previously had resided at Berkshire Commons, Exeter Township, since 2002. Her husband, Robert H. Gingrich, died in 1961. Born in Muhlenberg Township, she was employed as a seamstress by C. K. Whitner Co. Inc., Reading, and was last employed by the Marilyn Custom Shop, Reading, until her retirement. She was a member of Alsace Lutheran Church, Hyde Park. Gingrich was a graduate of Muhlenberg High School. Surviving are a son, John A., Arlington, Va.; and a daughter, Roberta H. (Gingrich) Weiler, Mount Penn. Other survivors include three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Burial was also private. The Lutz Funeral Home Inc., Mount Penn, was in charge of the arrangements.

[Source: Southern Berks News, March 24, 2004. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Gitlin, Stella Marie

Stella Marie Gitlin, 90, of Sellersville, died Sunday, Nov. 3, 2002 at St. Luke's Quakertown Hospital. Funeral services were held Nov. 6. She was the wife of the late Louis Gitlin Sr. Born in Dunmore, Lackawanna County, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Ladislava (Debkowaka) Kapuscinski. She is survived by: one son, Louis Gitlin of Sellersville; one daughter, Lynn of Green Lane; one sister, Lucille Stevens of Clark Summit; one grandson. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, High Point Professional Building, 700 Horizon Circle, Suite 201, Chalfont, PA 18914. Arrangements: C. R. Strunk Funeral Home Inc., Quakertown.

[Source: Quakertown Free Press, November 7, 2002. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Glase, Catharine

Glase -- In Reading, December 18th, Catharine Glase, widow of Peter Glase, aged 73 years, 9 months and 3 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, January 3, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Glase, Hannah (nee Leinbach)

Mrs. Hannah Glase, of Oley. She was the daughter of Benjamin Leinbach and his wife Catharine, born Snyder. Born May 23, 1821; baptized in infancy; sponsors were Henry Boartz and Susanna Ebling. She was confirmed in Friedensburg, May 13, 1837, by Rev. Carl Herman and received as a member of the Reformed Church. She entered into the holy state of matrimony, Nov. 13, 1842, with William Glase, who died Aug. 18, 1886, having lived together about 44 years. The fruits of this union were 3 sons and 10 daughters, of whom but 2 sons and 2 daughters survive. She was suffering from a cancer and was confined to her room for the past 6 months and died February 13 at 3:15 a.m., aged 73 years 8 months 20 days. She was buried February 20, at Friedensburg. Rev. I. S. Stahr was the officiating clergyman. Ellis Weiner, 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.]

Glase, Katie

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, October 31, 1874. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Glaser, Ethel B.

Among the local survivors of Ethel B. (Boyer) Glaser, Reading, who died Dec. 30 in St. Joseph Medical Center, where she had been a patient for one day, is a daughter, Jacqueline A. (Glaser) Eveland, Blandon.

[Source: The Kutztown Patriot, January 9, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Glaser, Maria

Glaser -- In Gilbertstown, April 29th, Maria, widow of John Glaser, aged 21 years, 11 months and 20 days.

[Source: Berks and Schuylkill Journal, May 8, 1875. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Glaser, Richard H.

Richard H. Glaser, 68, of 2603 Merritt Parkway, Whitfield, died Monday evening at Reading Hospital and Medical Center, West Reading. Born in Dubuque, Iowa, he was a son of the late Clarence and Margaret Gukeisen Glaser. He was a Coast Guard veteran of the Korean War. He was employed for 19 years as a mill manager by Interstate Container Corp., Reading, retiring in 1985. He was a member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Tuckerton, and Coast Guard Auxiliary. Surviving are his wife, the former Rosemary McCarron; a daughter, Cynthia M. Kuhno, Cumru Township, Berks County; a brother, John A., Dubuque; a grandson. Services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Tuckerton. Interment will be in Good Shepherd Cemetery, Tuckerton. Bean Funeral Home, Sinking Spring, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Pottsville Republican, April 30, 1997. Submitted by: Nancy.]

Glasmire, Norman H.

Norman H. Glasmire died at his home at Womelsdorf, aged forty-seven years. He was born at Leesport and was a son of the late Alexander and Mary (nee Ganger) Glasmire. He is survived by his widow, Laura (nee Wanner) and two sons, Edgar, Allentown, and Frederick, at home. There are four brothers and two sisters, Samuel, South Bethlehem; John and Alvin, Leesport; William, Shoemakersville; Mrs. Charles D. Leinbach, Ryeland, and Mrs. Clayton Yoder, Hamburg. Deceased was a member of Zion's Lutheran Church, Womelsdorf.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, May 17, 1918, page 16. Submitted by Jerri.]

Glass, Eva M.

In Robeson Township, on the 11th, Eva M daughter of Charles and Sallie (nee Wicklein) Glass, , aged 10 years, 3 months and 22 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral without further notice, from the residence of the parents, in Robeson Township Saturday 1;30 p.m. further services at Plow Church. Interment in adjoining cemetery. Friends may call at the residence Friday evening 7 to 9.

[Source: Reading Eagle, August 14, 1936. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Glass, Heber

Birdsboro Oct 10 - Heber Glass, 81, died in his home in Robeson township, Birdsboro, RD1. He was a son of the late Nelson and Martha (Bellman) Glass, and before his retirement was employed as a puddler for the Birdsboro Steel Foundry. Surviving are his widow and eight children, 14 grandchildren and a great-grandchild. Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family, the Rev. F R Daugherty officiating. Burials in St Michael's cemetery. The Mohr Funeral home has charge.

[Source: Reading Eagle, October 10, 1949. Submitted by: Submitted by Diana.]

Glass, Heber I.

Birdsboro News

Funeral of Heber I Glass

The funeral of Heber I Glass was held from his late residence and was largely attended by neighbors and people from Reading and the surrounding country. The Order of Orioles, of town, was represented by Harry Grubb, Roy Shirey, Elmer Fasnacht, and Elmer Roberts, members acted as bearers. A beautiful floral design was presented by the organization. There were many floral tributes from widow, family and friends. A service was held at the house, the Methodist minister officiating, and a further service was held at Frieden's church by Rev. W F Deibert, who preached a sermon. Interment was made in Frieden's cemetery. The arrangements were in charge of Funeral Director Edwin F Mohr, of town.

[Source: Reading Eagle, October 20, 1913, p. 3. Submitted by: Submitted by Diana.]

Glass, Henry H.

Henry H. Glass, 71, of 3024 Turnpike Rd., St. Lawrence, died yesterday in St. Joseph Hospital, following an illness of 18 years. He was a son of the late Amos B. and Esther (Heckman) Glass. He was a member of Spies Lutheran Church, Reiffton Fire Company and St. Lawrence Castle No. 463, Knights of Golden Eagle, of which he was a trustee. Glass was last employed at the Esterly Woolen Mills.

Surviving are his widow, Rebecca (Kutcher); a son; Amos H. of Stonersville; two daughters, Sallie, wife of Clarence Hassler, of Stony Creek Mills, and Nora, wife of James Eisenhower, at home; a brother, John H. Glass, of Gibraltar; four sisters; Amanda widow of Samuel Weand, of West Reading; Mrs. Wellington Schmeck, of Hyde Park; Nora, wife of Daniel Haas, and Katie Glass, both of Monocacy.

Funeral Services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. in the Weidner Funeral Home, Oley, the Rev. Ralph L. Folk officiating. Interment in Spies Church Cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, October 14, 1946, p. 14. Submitted by Michelle.]

Glass, Herber Isaac

[Source: Reading Eagle, October 13, 1913. Submitted by: Submitted by Diana.]

Glass, Isaac S.

GLASS - In Robeson, on the 13th inst., Isaac S Glass, age 76 years 10 months 15 days. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, at the residence of his son Oscar Glass, Robeson, near Old Friends Meeting House, Saturday at 1:30 pm. Further services in Plow church. Interment in Plow Church cemetery. Friends may call Friday evening. Machines will meet car at Bitler's Store at 1 oclock.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, October 15, 1930. Submitted by: Submitted by Diana.]

Glass, Jacob

Jacob GLASS, aged 82 years, 10 months and 18 days, died Wednesday evening at 8:00 at the County Home, of heart and kidney troubles. Deceased was born November 9, 1823. He was never married. He was a son of Jacob Glass of Beckersville. Relatives have taken charge of the remains. He had been an inmate of the institution for 462 days.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Thursday, September 26, 1906, p. 1. Submitted by: Submitted by Diana.]

Glass, Laura (nee Buchanan)

Mrs. Laura (Buchanan) Glass, widow of Heber I. Glass, died yesterday in the home of her son and daughter in law, Mr. and Mrs. J. Clair Glass in Joanna Heights. Born in Chester Co., she was the daughter of the late James and Rachel (Supplee) Buchanan. She was a member of the Harmony Methodist Church, Joanna. Her husband died 39 years ago. Surviving are a son J. Clair with whom she resided , 8 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, 2 sisters Bessie Burkhart, Mohnton; and Kathryn wife of Elmer Sherman, Kenhorst. Services on Monday Dec 15 at 2 pm in Harmony Methodist Church, the Rev Eugene H. Snyder and Bishop C. Kurtz officiating. Burial in the adjoining Cemetery. Shalkop funeral home, Birdsboro in charge.

[Source: Reading Eagle, December 12, 1952. Submitted by: Submitted by Diana.]

Glass, Shirley A. (nee DeLong)

Shirley A. Glass, 68, Muhlenberg Township, died of natural causes June 18 in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient for two weeks. She was the wife of Barton P. Glass. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Franklin and Anna (Weidman) DeLong. Glass had been last employed for 15 years as a sales clerk by J.C. Penney Corp., Fairgrounds Mall, retiring in 1991. She previously worked for 11 years as a packer at Izod Lacoste. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Sinking Spring, where she was a former Sunday school teacher and choir member. Glass was a 1955 graduate of Reading High School. She was past president of the Muhlenberg Parent-Teacher Association and the Northmont Playground. Glass was a patroness member of Sigma Alpha Iota International. Also surviving is a son, Keith, Manassas, Va., and three daughters: Robin (Glass) Cattani, Yardley, Bucks County; Deanna (Glass) Macenka, Linthicum, Md.; and Yvonne (Glass) May, Chapmansboro, Tenn. Other survivors include a brother, Richard DeLong, Reading, and three sisters: Mary J. (DeLong) Dininni, Spring Hill, Fla.; Marelis (DeLong) Schaeffer, Hershey; and Kathleen (DeLong) Klink, Womelsdorf. There are also two granddaughters. Services will be Wednesday at 1 p.m. in St. John's Church. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. The Auman Funeral Homes, Reading, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Reading Eagle, June 19, 2005. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Glass, William H.

Dies As a Result of a Fall. William H Glass Dies When Complications Set In.

William H Glass, aged 63 years 4 months and 2 days, died from the effects of complications which developed as the result of a fall from a wagon recently. Mr. Glass broke several ribs and was admitted to St Joseph's Hospital on Saturday, June 9th. His death occured at 12:30pm Tuesday.

Deceased was born in Muhlenberg township and lived in that vicinity all his life. He was a son of the late Isaac and Elizabeth Glass. Prior to his employment on a farm in Muhlenberg township, deceased worked at the pipe mill of the Reading Iron Co. He is survived by the following children: Mary, wife of John Wicklein, Reading; Catharine, wife of George Roth, Lebanon; Sallie E, wife of Harry Fritz, Reading; Jennie, wife of George Sweigert, Reading; Ida, wife of Howard Lerch, Reading; Alice wife of Harry Weidner, Reading; Isaac, Howard, and William, all of this city; one brother, Amos, Stonersville; one sister, Mary, widow of Jacob Keehn, Oley, and 20 grandchildren.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Wednesday, June 20, 1917. Submitted by: Submitted by Diana.]

Glasser, Elizabeth Y. (nee Yenser)

Mrs. Elizabeth Y. Glasser, widow of Richard Glasser, died yesterday morning in the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Kercher, Kutztown R. 2. She was 78. A native of Kutztown, she was a daughter of the late Jonathan and Emmaline (Jones) Yenser. Her husband died 16 years ago. She was a charter member of Bethel Church of the Nazarene, Kutztown. Surviving besides her daughter, Mrs. Margaret Kercher, are two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the Brumbach Funeral Home, College Hill, Kutztown. Viewing will be 7-9 p.m. Monday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, March 10, 1962, page 15. Submitted by Jerri.]

Glasser, Jacob

Jacob Glasser, a life-long resident of Kutztown, died at his home at Brooklyn, a suburb of that borough, from the infirmities due to old age. He attained the age of eighty years. Besides his widow Susan (nee Sander), he is survived by these sons: Ephraim, Allentown; Harry and Richard, both of Kutztown; and these daughters, Maggie, Allentown; Emma, Canada, and Sue, Kansas City. One brother, John, of Kutztown, also survives. Funeral Wednesday.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, December 13, 1916, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Glassmoyer, James

James Glassmoyer died at the residence of his son, John Glassmoyer, at Reading. His age was 77 years and 26 days. There remain 6 sons: Samuel Glassmoyer, James Glassmoyer, John Glassmoyer, and Charles E. Glassmoyer, of Reading; William Glassmoyer, of Oakbrook, and Jacob Glassmoyer, of St. Peters', Chester Co.; one daughter, Sarah, wife of John Dunsmore, of Catasauqua; two halfbrothers, Joseph Good, of Mohnton, and Samuel Good, this city, and three halfsisters, Christina, wife of Llewellyn Pearson, Green Tree, Cumru township; Susan, wife of David Popp, of Mohnton, and Anna, wife of Irvin Seiders, of Reading.

[Source: The Allentown Morning Call, Allentown, PA, Wednesday, March 16, 1910, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Glosser, Luther E.

Luther E. Glosser, a veteran of the Spanish-American War and an active member of the George H. Schwartz Camp No. 2, U.S.W.V., died at 5.55 p.m. Saturday at the Sacred Heart hospital, where he had been admitted for treatment last Monday. He was 66 years of age. Mr. Glosser, who resided at 611 Turner St., was born in Maxatawny, a son of Charles and Catherine (Hein) Glosser. He served in the Spanish-American War as a member of Co. K, 9th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, having been a resident of Lehighton at the time he enlisted. He had a distinguished service record in the war, following which he returned to this section and was employed as a railroader. His health failing some years ago, Mr. Glosser went to the Soldiers home at Hampton Roads, Va., where he remained for about five years and then came to this city about two years ago. He was a member of the Reformed faith. Mr. Glosser was unmarried. His only surviving relatives are three cousins, Bertha M. Hein, Buffalo, N.Y., and Mrs. William H. H. Fisher and Edward H. Hein, this city, and two uncles, Oscar O. Hein, Emaus, and Ed Hein, Phoenixville. With military honors accorded by Camp Schwartz, the funeral will be held Thursday at 3 p.m. from the Burkholder funeral home, 1601 Hamilton St. Interment will be made in the Camp Schwartz Memorial plot in Greenwood cemetery. Friends are invited to call at the funeral home on Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, March 13, 1938, pages 5 and 15. Submitted by Jerri.]

Glosser, Wilean C. Dinkel

Memorial services will be held Feb. 27, 10 a.m., in the Ludwick Funeral Home, Topton, for Wilean C. Dinkel Glosser, of Eagle Drive, Emmaus, formerly of Topton, who died Feb. 22 in Good Sheperd Specialty Hospital at the Lehigh Valley Hospital, where she had been a patient since Jan. 18. Inurnment will be private in Topton Union Cemetery. She was the wife of Frederick Glosser Jr., and was predeceased by her first husband, Gordon R. Dinkel, who died in 1957. Born in Fern Glen, Luzerne County, she was a daughter of the late Theodore and Verna B. (Houser) Halye. She was a 1950 graduate of Cressona High School and a 1953 graduate of Ashland State Hospital School of Nursing. She also attended Pennsylvania State University, Pottsville campus. Glosser was employed as a registered nurse by several hospitals, last employed for three years as a pediatric nurse at Pottsville Hospital. She was a life member of the Penn State Alumni Association. Also surviving are two daughters, Lisa E. (Glosser) Quay, Barto, and Freddi (Glosser) Stocker, Lansford, Carbon County. There are also five grandchildren. Other survivors include two brothers, Lawrence A. Halye, Orlando, Fla., and Terrance P. Halye, Ashland.

[Source: Kutztown Area Patriot, February 27, 2003. Submitted by: Nancy McD.]

Glunz, Cheryl L.

Cheryl L. Glunz, 54, of Berks Heim, Bern Township, died of natural causes on May 29 in ManorCare Health Services Inc., Spring Township, where she had been a patient for three days. Born in West Reading, she was a daughter of Betty J. (Kissinger) Schlegel, Sinking Spring, and the late Elwood Youse. Glunz had worked for many years as a beautician at Roxy's Beauty Salon, Pottsville, until retiring in 1975. She is also survived by two daughters, Gail L. (Glunz) Close, Pottsville, and Melissa A. Glunz, Wyomissing; and two sons, Scott C., and Mark G., both of Pottsville. Other survivors include a sister, Patricia A. (Youse) Umbenhower, Berks Heim. There are also three grandchildren. Graveside services will be Thursday at 2 p.m. in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. Auman Funeral Home, Reiffton, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Tuesday, May 31, 2005. Submitted by Nancy.]