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Nabozny, Marie Elmira

Services were held for Marie Elmira (Strunk) Nabozny, 75, of Warren Street, Pottstown, who died July 24 in Pottstown Memorial Medical Center. Born in Barto, she worked at the former Clover Leaf Restaurant in Pottstown and the former Philco Electronics in Spring City. She also worked for Mrs. Smith's Pies in the foil division and the former New York Store in Pottstown. She was a member of Grace Lutheran Church in Pottstown. Surviving are two daughters, Norma Jean Dunn of Joppa, Md., and Donna Romig of Pottstown; a son, Donald Woodley Jr. of Pottstown; 10 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. Contributions may be made to Grace Lutheran Church, 660 N. Charlotte St., Pottstown, PA 19464. Burial was in Highland Memorial Park in Pottstown. The arrangements were handled by the Houck and Gofus Funeral Home, Pottstown.

Nachtrich, Daniel

Nachtrieb, Charles S.

In this city, on the 22nd Charles S Nachtrieb age 74. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral with out further notice from the residence of his son in law Howard Corterman 24th N 2nd St on Thursday afternoon at 3 o'clock, services at the house. Internment private at Charles Evans Cemetery.

Naftzger, Elmira H.

Robesonia, March 30--Elmira H. (Griffe), widow of Jacob Naftzger, died last evening at her home, 26 North Church St., this borough, aged 67 years. She was a member of the Schaefferstown Reformed Church.

Her husband died May 1, 1941. Surviving are these children: Ivan Naftzger and Mrs. Luther Yoh, at home, and Mrs. George G. Reber, Wernersville; three grandchildren, two brothers and one sister, Isaac of Kleinfeltersville, Cyrus of Denver, R.D. 2, and Mrs. Julian Degler, this borough.

Funeral on Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Wike Funeral Home in Schaefferstown, where services will be conducted by the Rev. A.R. Bachman. Burial in Schaefferstown Cemetery.

Naftzger, Elmira H. (nee Griffe)

Naftzger--In Robesonia, on the 29th inst., Elmira H. (nee Griffe), widow of Jacob Naftzger, aged 67 years. Services from the Wike Funeral Home, Schaefferstown, Thursday, 3 p.m. Interment in Schaefferstown Cemetery. Friends may call Wednesday evening, 7 to 9. (Wike)

Naftzinger, Joseph H.

Naftzinger - In Upper Bern, May 20th, Joseph H. Naftzinger, aged 27 years, 8 months and 30 days.

Naftzinger, Juriah Polly

Naftzinger - In Upper Bern, on April 22nd, Juriah Polly, daughter of the deceased Joseph and Juriah (Dunkel) Naftzinger aged 10 years, 11 months and 25 days. She died at the house of William Jounger, where funeral services were held.

Naftzinger, Roger S.

Roger S. Naftzinger, 61, Jefferson Township, died of natural causes June 8 at 7:11 p.m. in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient six days. Born in Bernville, he was a son of the late Clarence and Nellie (Wengert) Naftzinger. Naftzinger was the owner-operator of R&T Engine Co. at his residence for the past 28 years, last working June 1. Surviving are a son, Terry A., and a daughter, Tammy L. (Naftzinger) Kiebach, both of Bernville. Other survivors include two brothers, Donald G., Ashton, Iowa, and Bruce A., Bernville; and a sister, Nancy A. Naftzinger, Bernville. There are also three grandchildren. Services will be Monday at 10:30 a.m. in the Kirkhoff Funeral Home, Bernville. Burial will be in Pleasant View Cemetery, Spring Township.

Naftzinger, Walter C.

Walter C. Naftzinger, 76, Port Clinton, Schuylkill County, died Aug. 14 in Reading Hospital, where he had been a patient three days. He was the husband of Ellen M. (Price) Naftzinger. Born in Tilden Township, he was a son of the late William J. and Clara M. (DeLong) Naftzinger. Naftzinger was employed for 46 years as a casting inspector by Fairmont Foundry, Hamburg, retiring in 1991. He was a member of St. John's Church, Port Clinton. Naftzinger was a charter and life member of the Port Clinton Fire Company. He is also survived by two daughters, Eileen (Naftzinger) Wilson, Pottsville, and Ruth Anne (Naftzinger) Rhoads, Tilden Township; and four sons: Roy C., Tilden Township; Paul T., Port Clinton; David W., Hamburg; and James L., Wapwallopen, Luzerne County. Other survivors include 13 grandchildren, six stepgrandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and eight stepgreat-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a daughter, Sue Ellen Naftzinger, in 1964. Services will be Friday at 10 a.m. in the Burkey & Driscoll Funeral Home, Hamburg. Burial will be in Berks County Memorial Gardens, Maidencreek Township.

Nagle, Anna D. (nee Rieter)

Anna D. Nagle, the wife of Charles H. Nagle, died at her late home, No. 914 Hamilton street, at 10.45 o'clock on Tuesday at the age of 68 years, 8 months and 9 days. Death was due to heart trouble and dropsy. Mrs. Nagle was a sufferer since last October and was compelled to take her bed last Thursday. She was the youngest daughter of the late John and Jula Rieter, and was born in Longswamp, Berks county. She came to Allentown when quite young and resided in the home in which she died the past 50 years, her grandparents having lived in the same house before she did. Mrs. Nagle is the last of her family, all of her brothers and sisters having died a number of years ago. There are no children. The funeral arrangements are not complete.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, January 23, 1907, page 9. Submitted by Jerri.]

Nagle, Augustus A.

Augustus A. Nagel, 62, of 1223 Chestnut St., died yesterday in his home, a son of the late Lewis and Anna (Walters) Nagle, he had been employed for 25 years as a salesman by the Bowers Battery and Spark Plug Company. He was a member of the Reading Hose Fire Co., and was an Army veteran of World War I.

He is survived by his widow, Mary J. O'Leary Nagle; two sons Frederick at home and Robert in Miami FL. and two sisters Margaret widow of John Matthews, and Elizabeth, both of Reading.

Nagle, Charles F.

Charles F Nagle, 80, of 116 Plum St, died this morning in the Reading Hospital. He was the son of the late Mr And Mrs John Nagle.

Surviving are his widow, Martha (Roland) Nagle; two children, Edna and Forrest Nagle, both of Reading; one brother John Nagle, of Cedar Top; two sisters Sallie, widow of Charles Scott, and Lulu, widow of Harry Shade, both of Reading. T C Auman, Inc. are in charge of the funeral arrangements.

Nagle, Dorothy K.

Among the local survivors of Dorothy K. (Liever) Nagle, 61, who died March 12 in her Kenhorst residence, is a daughter, Denise K. (Nagle) Weaver, Penn Township.

Nagle, Elsie N.

Elsie N. Nagle, 80, of 2669 Fair Road, Auburn, died Friday at Laurel Genesis Elder Care Center, Tilden Township, Berks County. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Lester and Nora Spatz Graeff. She was employed as a sewing machine operator by the H.L. Miller Co., Port Carbon, retiring in 1984. Surviving are two sons, Kenneth T. and Michael J., both of Auburn; three daughters, Janice A. Triviets, Temple, and Jennifer J. Hoy and Alonna K. Nagle, both of Auburn, three brothers, Francis Graeff, Sinking Spring, and Elmer and Lester Graeff, both of Reading; a sister, Mary Bannan, Sinking Spring; seven grandchildren. Services are private at the convenience of the family. Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg, is in charge of arrangements.

Nagle, Harriet E.

Harriet E. Nagle, 91, formerly of Reading, died July 5 in Mifflin Center, Cumru Township, where she had resided since March 2000. Her husband, Wilbur B. Nagle Sr., died in 1992. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Jacob and Mary (Prutzman) Pauley. Nagle was employed for 21 years as a floorlady by Pagoda Candies, Reading, retiring in 1976. She was a member of Alsace Lutheran Church, Hyde Park. Nagle was a life member of the ladies auxiliary of the Washington Fire Company. Surviving are a daughter, Patricia A. (Nagle) Bauscher, Reading; and two sons, Leo J. Pauley, Reading, and Nicholas M. Nagle, Sinking Spring. Other survivors include a sister, Margaret (Pauley) Schwartz, Orange Park, Fla. There are also 11 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a son, Wilbur B. Nagle Jr., in 2002. Services will be Friday at 1 p.m. in Alsace Lutheran Church. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. The Auman Funeral Homes, Reiffton, is in charge of arrangements.

Nagle, John F.

In this city, on the 4th, John F Nagle, aged 69 years and 16 days. The relatives and friends of the family also surviving members of 88th Regiment Penn�a Volunteers, surviving members of 25th Regiment Penn�a Volunteers and P & R Relief Association, are respectfully invited to attend the funeral, without further notice, from his late residence 518 Cedar St., rear, on Wednesday at 1:30 p.m., to proceed to Otterbein Church where services and interment will be held.

Nagle, Norman L.

Birdsboro, Nov 14 -- Norman L Nagle 55 of this borough, died in a nursing home in Columbia following an illness of four years. He was the son of the late Sally Nagle.

He was a member of St Mark's Lutheran Church, this place, and was tenor soloist there since he was 15 years old. He was a member of the Friendship Fire Company, this place, and its uniform rank; Birdsboro Sportsmen's Club and the Berks County Firemen's Association. He drove the fire truck for the Friendship Company for a number of years. He was employed by the Birdsboro Steel Company.

Surviving are six brothers and sisters; Loy, Robert H and Wilmer A Guiles, and Mary wife of Claude Moore, all of Lancaster; Mrs. Charles Donnel, of New Providence, and Mrs. Carlton Wittlinger, of Grantham.

Funeral Services, will be held Wednesday at 2 P.M. in the Mohr Funeral Home, this place, the Rev. Charles E fisher officiating. Burial in St. Michael's Cemetery, this place.

[Source: Reading Eagle, November 14, 1949. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Nagle, Sarah (nee Roland)

Nagle- In this city, on the 8th, Sarah Nagle wife of John Nagle, aged 77 years 5 months and 22 days. The relatives and friends of the family also Star of Hope No,16 and Lady Franklin No 46, are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from her late residence 543 Penn St., on Friday at one o'clock sharp. Services at Ottervein U. B. Church. Interment at Aulenbach's Cemetery.

Nailon, Joseph P.

Funeral services were held for Joseph P. "Pat" Nailon, 60, of Eisenhower Road, Boyertown who died December 11 in Pottstown Memorial Medical Center. He was the husband of Peggy A. (Chillano) Nailon. Born in Norristown, he graduated from Bishop Kenrich High School in Norristown in 1960. Nailon was an Air Force veteran. He was also a member of St. Columbkill Roman Catholic Church in Boyertown. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a sister, Judy A. Richardson of Gilbertsville. He was predeceased by a brother, Michael J. Nailon. Contributions may be made to the church's building fund at St. Columbkill Roman Catholic Church, 200 Indian Spring Road, Boyertown, PA 19512. Burial was in St. Patrick's Cemetery in Norristown. The arrangements were handled by the Catagnus Funeral Home, Boyertown.

Nally, Patrick

Patrick Nally, aged 66 years, died of a heart condition at 10:45 a.m. today at his rei=sidence 332 North Second street. he had been suffering with pneumonia for several months. Although he recovred from the attack the ailment, it is believed, weakened his heart. Mr. Nally was a foreman in the employ of the Pennsylvania Railroad Company. He ws born in Ireland and was a member of St. Peter's Catholic Church, the Holy Name Society, connected with the same; Knights of Columbus, Modern Woodmen of America, Loyal Order of Moose, and the Pennsylvania Railroad Relief Association. Sarah (Mulligan) Nally, his wife, passed away six months ago. He leaves two sons, John M. and Martin A. Nally, at home; Mrs. Paul Flannery, Douglassville; Sister Cor-Mariae of the Immaculate Heart Order, stationed at Phoenixville; one sister, Mrs. Delia McLaughlin. living in California, and 12 grandchildren. Funeral Director Dougherty.

Napoli, Sebastian

Sebastian Napoli, 89, of Minersville, died Saturday at Reading Hospital & Medical Center, West Reading. Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Santo and Carmela Giacinta Napoli. He was owner of Napoli's Grocery Store for 23 years before retiring in 1972. He was a member of Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church. Surviving are a daughter, Virginia Napoli, with whom he resided; two sons, Santo, Minersville, and Dominic, Bern Township, Berks County; a sister, Peppina D'urso, Sicily; four brothers, Joseph, Wyomissing, and Ross, Phillip and Gino, all of Australia; two grandsons; three stepgranddaughters; a stepgreat-granddaughter. Services will be held at 9 a.m. Wednesday from Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home Inc., West Reading. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. in Holy Rosary Church. Entombment will be in the Chapel of the Resurrection at Gethsemane Cemetery, Laureldale.

Nase, Willard R.

Willard R. Nase, 83, of Wilmington, Dela., formerly of Trumbauersville, died Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2002 at Christiana Hospital, Dela. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 16 at the United Church of Christ, Trumbauersville. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Born in Trumbauersville, he was the son of the late Victoria and Robert Nase. He was a surveyor. He was in the U.S. Marines serving in World War II in the South Pacific for 3 1/2 years. He is survived by: two sons, Kurt of Tennessee and Terry of Macungie; two brothers, Lamar of Bethlehem and Raymond of Quakertown. He was predeceased by a sister, Gladys; six brothers, Myles, Charles, Ernest, Webster, Lester and Curtis. Memorial contributions may be made to United Church of Christ, Trumbauersville.

Nash, Kenneth W.

Kenneth W. Nash, 77, of Quakertown, formerly of Trumbauersville and Bedminster Township died Friday, Jan. 24, 2003 at Grand View Hospital, West Rockhill Township. Funeral services were held Jan. 28. He was the husband of the late Louise (Limbach) Nash. Born in Plumstead Township, he was the son of the late Clarence A. and Gladys (Hough) Nash. He retired after 25 years of service as a truck driver for PennDOT. After retiring, he worked for Levy School Bus Co. in Trumbauersville. He was a member of Christ United Church of Christ, Trumbauersville. He is survived by: four daughters, Karren L., of Hellertown, Althea D., of Quakertown, Thelma K., of Perkasie, and Wanda J., of Palmerton; one brother, Clarence, of Mansfield; one sister, Clare Wingate, of Dublin; 12 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. 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.

Natzinger, Catharine (nee Althouse)

Natzinger - In Upper Bern, April 9th, Catharine, daughter of Daniel and Maria Althouse, and wife of Jacob Natzinger, aged 35 years, 1 month and 19 days.

Naugle, Ruth N.

Among the local survivors of Ruth N. (Haas) Naugle, 78, Laureldale, who died Dec. 38 in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient since Dec. 21, is a son, Randall R. Naugle, Centre Township.

Naus, Irma J. (nee Heffner)

Mrs. Irma J. Naus, 63, of 77 Stimmel St., Kutztown, died Sunday in Allentown Hospital. She was the wife of Harold A. Naus. She was a sewing machine operator at Deisher Knitting Mills, Kutztown. Born in Kutztown, she was a daughter of the late Milton and Odelia Heffner. She was a member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Kutztown. Surviving with her husband are a son, Robert K., of Banning, Calif.; two daughters, Carol A., wife of Ronald Reinhard, and nancy, J., wife of Dallas O'Neil, both of Kutztown; two sisters, Mrs. Cora Kemp of Kutztown and Mrs. Emma Rentschler of Hamburg; 11 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in the church. Calling hours will be noon Wednesday until services in the church. The William S. Fritz Funeral Home, 55 Noble St., Kutztown, is in charge of arrangements.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, July 1, 1980, page D-4. Submitted by Jerri.]

Nawrocki, Catherine C.

Catherine C. Nawrocki, 68, of 2608 Filbert St., Mount Penn, Berks County, died Feb. 3 at St. Joseph's Hospital, Reading. Born in Shenandoah, she was a daughter of the late Festus and Bridget Mullarkey Munley. She was a 1946 graduate of Shenandoah Catholic School, a 1949 graduate of St. Joseph's School of Nursing, Reading, and received a degree in anesthesiology at Children's Hospital, Philadelphia. She was a registered nurse at St. Joseph's Hospital, Reading, from 1950-73. She was a member of St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church, Mount Penn; president of St. Catherine's Parish Club, 1970-76; and former president of St. Joseph's School of Nursing Alumni. Her husband, Paul, died in 1989. Surviving are a daughter, Bridget Ann Nawrocki, Blandon; two brothers, Thomas Munley, Bowie, Md., and John Munley, Mount Penn; a sister, Anna Munley, Mount Penn; four grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at St. Catherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church. Interment was in Gethsemane Cemetery, Reading. Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home Inc., West Reading, was in charge of arrangements.

Naylor, Lillie V.

A stroke of apoplexy suffered about a week ago ended in the death of Lillie V., widow of Harry T. Naylor, of Egypt, at the Allentown hospital at 2.10 o�clock yesterday morning. She was aged 51 years. Mrs. Naylor was a daughter of David and the late Sarah Sell Schoch and was born in Longswamp township, Berks county, but resided in Egypt and vicinity practically all of her life. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of the Egypt church. Her husband preceded her in death six years ago. She was also preceded in death by a daughter, Carrie. Surviving here are a daughter, Mrs. Charles R. Meckes, of Fullerton; her father, three grandchildren, three brothers, Frank Schoch, of Egypt; John Schoch, of this city, and George Schoch, of Ironton, and three sisters, Mrs. George Kohler and Mrs. Earl Ramer, of Egypt, and Mrs. Mabel Klotz, of Bethlehem. The funeral will be held Wednesday afternoon at 1:30 o�clock from the residence of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Charles R. Meckes, 436 Waverly avenue, Fullerton, Rev. Waldemar Buch officiating. Brief services at the house will be followed by regular services in the Egypt church. Interment will be made in the Zion Stone church cemetery, Kreidersville. Friends may call Tuesday night from 7 to 9 o�clock.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, January 2, 1933, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Neal, Sarah

Graveside services were held in St. Paul's Cemetery, Fleetwood, for Sarah Neal, of Isanti, Minn., and formerly of Fleetwood, who died July 7 in Grandview Ministries, Cambridge, Minn., where she had resided two years. She was predeceased by her husband, Glenn Neal, who died in 1970. Born in Fleetwood, she was a daughter of the late Charles and Katherine (Weindt) Schlegel. She was a graduate of Fleetwood High School and the Community General Hospital School of Nursing. A registered nurse, Neal was last employed as a private-duty nurse. Surviving are a son, Dennis Schlegel, Isanti, and a daughter, Martha (Schaeffer) Hughes, Brooklyn Park, Minn. There are also five grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a son, Herbert Eggert, who died in 1971. The Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home, West Reading, was in charge of arrangements.

Nedzia, Kathryn

Private services were held for Kathryn (McMichael) Nedzia, 89, wife of Michael John Nedzia, of High Street, Pottstown, who died July 20 in Pottstown Memorial Medical Center. Born in Geigertown, she was a homemaker. In addition to her husband, she is survived by two brothers, Lester McMichael of Boyertown and Richard McMichael of Exeter; three sisters, Abbie Zartman, Denver, Pa., Audrey Ruth Gift of Stonersville and Emily C. Yoder of Exeter; and one stepsister, Dorothy (Stohler) Kershner of Reading. Burial was in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. The arrangements were handled by the Dengler Funeral Home, Birdsboro.

Neff, Alfred G.

Alfred G. Neff, of Kutztown, died on Saturday, 22d, of jaundice. He is survived by his wife and two daughters, Mrs. F. M. Berkemeyer, of this city, and Mrs. H. W. Sharadin, of Reading.

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

Neff, Anna M.

In this city on the 31st ult., Anna M. Neff, aged 82 years, 9 months, and 24 days. The relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend the funeral without further notice, from the residence of her daughter Mrs. V. J. Mast, 810 N. Front St., on Saturday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock. Services at the house. Interment in Trinity Lutheran Cemetery.

Neider, Dorothy J.

Services were held in the Edward J. Hildenbrand Funeral Home, Kutztown, for Dorothy J. Neider, of Highland Avenue, Kutztown, who died May 5 in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient three days. Burial was in St. Paul's Union Cemetery, Fleetwood. She was predeceased by her husband, Harold L. Neider, who died in March 1974. Born in Fleetwood, she was a daughter of the late William J. and Ella (Kieffer) Dunkle. Until retiring in 1983, she was employed as a head cashier at the Acme grocery store in Kutztown for many years. Neider is survived by two sons, Russell J. Neider and Steven H. Neider, both of Fleetwood; and a daughter, Nancy A. (Neider) Kasting, Kutztown. There are also six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Neiheiser, James A.

Services will be Wednesday at 11 a.m. for James A. Neiheiser, 74, of West Main Street, Birdsboro, who died June 14. He had been a resident of Spruce Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Reading, where he had been a patient for more than two months. His wife, Marjorie Alice (Myers) Neiheiser, died in 1967. Born in Hamburg, he had been employed for 23 years by Stanley G. Flagg and Co., Stowe, Montgomery County, retiring in October 1990. He is survived by a son, Jeffrey, Reading. Also surviving are three brothers: Kenneth, Wernersville; Howard, Richland, Cambria County; and Richard L., Birdsboro. There are also two sisters, Betty (Neiheiser) Weaver, Laureldale, and Dolores (Neiheiser) McMullen, Wernersville. He was predeceased by a son, in 1987. Burial will be in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. The arrangements were handled by the Dengler Funeral Home Inc., Birdsboro.

Neiman, Aquilla

Aquilla Neiman, widow of Samuel Neiman, died on Monday, at the residence of her son-in-law, Daniel B. Altenderfer, at Monocacy, Berks County in her 75th year. Her husband died about five years ago. Ten children survive them Elizabeth, wife of John Hunter; and Charlotte, widow of Daniel B. Hunsberger, of Philadelphia; Margaret, wife of John Rudolph, of Frazer, Chester County; Rebecca, wife of Daniel Lord, of Douglassville; Catharine, wife of Daniel B. Altenderfer, of Monocacy; Amelia wife of Jeremiah Neiman, of Baumstown; William B. and John Neiman, of North Coventry; George Neiman, of Douglass, Berks County; and Jacob Neiman, of Pottsgrove. The funeral will take place tomorrow, Thursday, at 10:30 o'clock. Services in Trinity Reformed Church, Pottstown, and interment in the old Brick (Zion's) Church burial ground in this borough.

[Source: Montgomery Ledger (Pottstown, PA), Tuesday, May 19, 1885. Submitted by: Betty.]

Note: Both Aquilla and Samuel were recorded as buried at the Old Burying Ground in Pottstown. This cemetery has been since removed and those interred there were re-interred under additions to the Zion Reformed Church and the Emmanuel Lutheran Church on Hanover St., Pottstown.

Neiman, Aquilla s/o Samuel Neiman (b.6-7-1809 d. 5-11-1885)
Neiman, Samuel (b.5-11-1805 d. 4-30-1880)

Neiman, Betty Lou

Services will be held today for Betty Lou (Rimby) Neiman, 76, wife of Douglas K. Neiman of Nuss Road, Bechtelsville, Pike Township, who died March 30 in Pottstown Memorial Medical Center. Born in Reading, she graduated from the former North Coventry High School. She was a homemaker and a member of Bethany Evangelical Congregational Church of Pleasantville. Surviving with her widower are a son, Kenneth Neiman of Perkiomenville; two daughters, Carolyn High of Bechtelsville and Julia Brensinger of Dunmore; two stepbrothers, Donald Rimby of Birdsboro and Harold Rimby Jr. of Clearwater, Fla.; seven grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Contributions may be made to the Pottstown Memorial Regional Cancer Center, 1600 E. High St., Pottstown, PA 19464; or to the Berks County Humane Society, 1801 N. 11th St., Reading, PA 19604. Calling hours will be from 10 to 11 a.m. today in the L. W. Ott Funeral Home, 111 N. Reading Ave., Boyertown. Services will be held at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Gordon J. Straub officiating. Burial will be in Hill Church Cemetery in Pike Township.

Neiman, James

Neiman -- In Hensingersville, December 20th, James, son of Jeremiah and Elizabeth Neiman, aged 16 years, 10 months and 27 days.

Neimeyer, Joyce L.

Joyce L. Neimeyer, 71, Longswamp Township, died of natural causes Aug. 12 in Lehigh Valley Hospital, near Allentown, where she had been a patient since Aug. 5. She was the wife of Leon Q. Neimeyer. Born in Longswamp Township, she was a daughter of the late George U. and Irene (Guldin) Isamoyer. Neimeyer was a member of the Reformed Congregation of Zion Union Church, Maxatawny Township. She is also survived by a son, Douglas J., Rockland Township; and two daughters, Sandra I. (Neimeyer) Hall, Longswamp Township, and Sheila A. (Neimeyer) VanWicklen, Collegeville, Montgomery County. Other survivors include three sisters: Anna (Isamoyer) Eisenhard, Emmaus, Lehigh County; and Betty (Isamoyer) Oswald and Jean (Isamoyer) Althouse, both of Longswamp Township; and three brothers: Herbert Isamoyer, Topton; George A. Isamoyer, Longswamp Township; and Edwin Isamoyer, Maidencreek Township. There are also six grandchildren. Services will be Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. in Zion's Union Church. Burial will be in Zion Maxatawny Union Cemetery, Maxatawny Township. Ludwick Funeral Homes Inc., Topton, is in charge of arrangements.

Nein, Beulah L.

Among the local survivors of Beulah L. (Wolf) Nein, 90, formerly of Reading, who died Jan. 23 in Berks Heim, where she had resided seven years, is a daughter, Louise C. (Nein) Feger, Bernville.

Nein, Elizabeth P.

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated for Elizabeth P. Nein, 89, formerly of the Episcopal House, North Ninth Street, Reading, who died February 2 in Beverly Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Exeter Township, where she had resided since October. Her husband, Woodrow W. Nein, died in November. Born in Reading, he was a member of St. Paul Roman Catholic Church, Reading. She was a past president of the auxiliary of the East End Athletic Association, Reading. Surviving are a daughter, Susan A. (Nein) Firestone, Jacksonville, Fla.; and three sons: Thomas W., Gerald L. and Kenneth E., all of Reading. Other survivors include 11 grandchildren, a stepgrandchild, 12 great-grandchildren and a stepgreat-grandchild. Burial was in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Rieffton. The Lutz Funeral Home Inc., Mount Penn, handled the arrangements.

Nein, Jennie E. (nee Dautrich)

Jennie E (Dautrich) Nein, 72, wife of Samuel N Nein, died this morning in her home, 2254 Woodvale Ave., Mount Penn. She was a native of Muhlenberg Twp., a daughter of the late Daniel and Catherine (Balthaser) Dautrich, and resided in Mount Penn more than 50 years. She was a member of Trinity Evangelical and Reformed Church, Mount Penn; Ladies' Auxiliary of Stony Creek Athletic Assn. and Ladies' Auxiliary of Community of Volunteer Fire Co. of Lower Alsace Twp.

Surviving besides her husband are these children; William D., Robesonia; Woodrow W., at home; Frank D., Baumstown; Samuel D., Ammon D. and Charles D., all of Mt. Penn; Jennie G., wife of John Hawk, Pennside; Miriam M., wife of Paul Williams, Reading; and Ruth V., wife of John Head, Pennside; 15 grandchildren, one brother, Martin Dautrich, Reading.

Funeral services will be conducted in the Lutz Funeral Home on Saturday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock. The Rev. Frederick E Sterner will officiate. Burial will be made in Spies Church Cemetery.

Nein, Samuel Noll

Services for Samuel N Nein 92, who died yesterday in his home at 2254 Woodvale Ave., Mount Penn, will be held at the convenience of the family.

The Rev. James D Miller will officiate in the Lutz Funeral Home. Burial will be made in Spies Zion Cemetery, Alsace Twp. Born in Exeter Twp., a son of the late Samuel and Magdalena (Noll) Nein, he had been employed as a line foreman by the former Reading Street Railway Co., before retiring in 1947.

Nein was a charter member of the Trinity Church of Christ, Mount Penn, and a member of the Stony Creek Athletic Assn., and the Mount Penn Fire Co. He was preceded in death on Feb. 2 1956, by his wife, Jennie E (Dautrich) Nein.

He is survived by six sons, Woodrow W., and Charles D., both of Pennside; Samuel D., and Ammon D; both of Mount Penn; Frank D., Baumstown and William D., Bethel; four daughters, Katherine M., wife of Clayton A Hassler, and Jennie G., widow of John A Hawk, both of Mount Penn; Miriam M., widow of Paul Williams, Reading; and Ruth V., wife of John Head, Pennside, and 17 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.

Nein, Samuel R.

Mt. Penn, Jan 22- Samuel R Nein died this morning in his home, 2558 Perkiomen Ave., this borough, aged 87 years. He was the son of the late William and Mary Ritter Nein and was a member of Schwarzwald Reformed Church and Camp 230, P.O.S. of A., St. Lawrence.

Surviving are three sons, Samuel Irwin and William, all of this borough; three daughters, Ida, widow of Edward Adams, and Mrs. Lillie Gehret, both of this borough, and Helen, wife of Howard Eisenbise, Philadelphia; 26 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.

Funeral Services Tuesday at 3 p.m. at the Lutz Funeral Home, the Rev. M.L. Herbein officiating. Interment in Schwartzwald Cemetery.

Nein, Woodrow

Funeral services were held for Woodrow W. Nein, 91, who died November 30 in Beverly Manor, Exeter Township, where he had resided since October. Nein, formerly of the Episcopal House and South 15th Street, was the husband of Elizabeth P. (Patton) Nein. He was a longtime participant in local politics, government and club activities. He was a former member and past president of the Berks County Prison Board and served several terms as a prison inspector. He had been employed by the City of Reading in the meter department, retiring as supervisor in 1975. Nein was a past president of the East End Athletic Club and the Berks County Clubmen's Association and was a former member of the Board of the Berks County Hosiery Association. Born in Reading, he was a member of St. Andrew's United Church of Christ, Reading. Among his survivors are a daughter, Susan A. (Nein) Firestone, Jacksonville, Fla., and three sons, Thomas W., Gerald L., and Kenneth E., all of Reading. There are also 11 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, one stepgrandchild and one stepgreat-grandchild. Burial was in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. The Lutz Funeral Home Inc., Mount Penn, handled the arrangements.

Neischwender, Regina Diana

Neischwender - In Upper Bern, March 8th, Regina Diana, daughter of Levi M. and Maria L. Neischwender, aged 15 years, 5 months and 22 days.

Neischwender, William

William Neischwender, aged 53, a well-known resident of Tilden township, died at his home in West Hamburg from the effects of a stroke of apoplexy. A wife and 2 grown-up daughters, Ellen Neischwender and Mrs. Emily Meitzler, survive. Deceased was a brother of ex-Prison Inspector Neischwender. Interment at St. Michael's church cemetery next Friday.

Nester, Catherine

One of the oldest residents of Berks county, Mrs. Catherine Nester, aged ninety years, died suddenly at four-thirty o'clock yesterday morning at the home of her son, Ulysses Nester, Furnace street, Topton. Mrs. Nester, who was the oldest resident in the borough of Topton, had been living there for about ten years with her son. She had been a resident of Berks county all her life and was born in Hereford township, the daughter of Jonas and Salome, nee Moser, Nuss. Twenty-seven years ago her husband, James Nester, passed away. She had been a devout member of the Reformed congregation of Huff's church where she faithfully attended services despite her advanced age. Besides the son with whom she resided, she is also survived by a son Howard, of Bechtelsville, and a son Harvey, of emaus. Sixteen grandchildren, thirty-one great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild survive. A brother, Percival B. Nuss of Allentown, also survives. The funeral will be held on Tuesday, March 7, at 1.30 o'clock from the home of her son, Ulysses Nester, Furnace street, Topton, followed by further services in the Huff's church. Rev. James M. Blatt will officiate. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining the church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, March 3, 1933, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Nester, Harvey L.

Harvey L. Nester, 53-year-old shipping clerk, died unexpectedly yesterday morning at his home, 405 N. Reading Ave., New Berlinsville, Berks County. Nester had been at work at the Campbell and Helmich Mills, Boyertown, when he became ill and returned home. His mother, Mrs. Nora R. (Landis) Nester of Barto R. 1, died on Dec. 2. Nester was born in District Township, Berks County. He had been employed by the Campbell and Helmich firm for 11 years. He was a member of Huffs Lutheran Church, Friendship Hook and Ladder Co., and Landis Council No. 1007, Order of Independent Americans. Survivors are his father, Oliver Nester, Barto R. 1; his wife, Mrs. Florence M. (Fisher) Nester; two daughters, Geralene, wife of Earl D. Hollobush, New Berlinsville; and Marian J., wife of Daniel R. Reinert, Boyertown; a son, Richard, Boyertown; four grandchildren, and a stepbrother, Frank L. Weller, Boyertown. Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday in the Schwenk Funeral Home, Boyertown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, December 13, 1955, page 33. Submitted by Jerri.]

Nester, Harvey N.

Harvey N. Nester, of Emaus, passed away Tuesday morning at the home of his daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Charles H. Weidner, West Second street, Alburtis. He was aged 64 years, 8 months. Mr. Nester was the son of the late Jonas Nester and Catherine, nee Nuss, Nester. He was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Huff's church, and was affiliated with Emaus Nest 1362, Order of Owls. His first wife, Annie, nee Hoffman, died 28 years ago, and his second wife, Victoria, nee Mest, preceded him in death by six years. He was employed by the Donaldson Iron company, Emaus. The following children survive: Mrs. Charles Weidner, Alburtis; John Nester, Boyertown; Harry Nester, Bechtelsville; Elmer Nester, Emaus; Mrs. John Gruber, Emaus, and Mrs. Warren Knipe, Coopersburg. Two brothers, Ulysses of Topton, and Howard of Bechtelsville, and ten grandchildren and one great-grandchild also survive. Funeral services will be conducted from the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Weidner, Alburtis, and at Huff's church. Interment in the church cemetery. Rev. Wm. F. Bond, of Shamrock, will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, December 27, 1933, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Nester, Henry

A judgment was made to distribute $323.59, to Carolina Nester, administrator of the estate of Henry Nester, deceased.

Nester, Irene Y.

Irene Y. Nester died Monday at her Alburtis R. 1 home. She was 89. Born in District Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late William and Sarah (Yerger) Nester. She was a member of Huffs Lutheran Church, Huffs Church. She is survived by a brother, William Y., with whom she resided, and several nieces and nephews. Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday in the L. W. Ott Funeral Home, Boyertown. Viewing will be 7-9 p.m. tomorrow.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, May 31, 1961, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Nester, Jacob E.W.

Jacob E. W. Nester, 78, of 2534 Kutztown Rd., Reading, died at his home last night after a three-month illness. Born in Albany Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Samuel and Mary A. (Miller) Nester. He was a retired painter and was once employed at the Rosedale Knitting Mill. He was of the Evangelical and Reformed faith and was a member of Kempton Council 544, Order of Independent Americans. Surviving are his wife, the former Mary Stoudt; a son, Leon, at home; two daughters, Ester, wife of Paul Berg; and Naomi, wife of George Anderson, both of Reading; a sister, Kate Heffner, Hamburg; a brother, Samuel Nester, Jacksonville; and two grandchildren. Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Nester Funeral Home, Jacksonville.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, October 27, 1956, page 19. Submitted by Jerri.]

Nester, Karl E.

Among the local survivors of Karl E. Nester, Kingsport, Tenn., who died Dec. 11 in the Wellmont Hospice House, Bristol, Tenn., following a lengthy illness, is a brother, Richard Nester, Topton.

Nester, Martha H.

Services will be held for Martha H. (Pusch) Nester, 79, of State Street, Pottstown, who died March 1 in Coventry Manor, where she had been a patient. She was the widow of Irvin R. Nester. Born in Boyertown, she was a homemaker. She was a life member of the German Club of Pottstown and a former Sunday school teacher at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Pottstown. Surviving are a son, David L. Nester of Pottstown. Also three sisters, Barbara Gauger of Gilbertsville, Tina Bickhart of Royersford and Anna George of Kutzown; a brother, Curtis Pusch of Pottstown. There are also five grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Ralph E. Nester, in 1997. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to the American Cancer Society, c/o Robert Moses, National Penn Bank, 1830 E. High St., Pottstown, PA 19464; or to Leukemia Society of America, 2401 Pennsylvania Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19130. Services will be at 11:30 a.m. Thursday at the Catagnus Funeral Home, 711 N. Franklin St., Pottstown. Burial will be in Highland Memorial Park in Pottstown.

Nester, Minnie (nee Koller)

Nester--In this city, on the 3d inst., Minnie (Koller), wife of Austin Nester, aged 19 years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral without further notice from the Naftzinger Funeral Home, Centerport, Monday at 1:30 p.m. Further services in Gernant's Church near Leesport. Interment in adjoining cemetery. (Naftzinger)

Nester, Nora R. (nee Landis)

Mrs. Nora R. (Landis) Nester, 83, wife of Oliver Y. Nester of Huffs Church, Barto R. 1, died at 4:15 p.m. yesterday at the home of her son, Harvey L. Nester, 405 N. Reading Ave., New Berlinville. She was visiting there the last two weeks. A native of District Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Martin and Maria (Rauch) Landis. She was a member of the Evangelical and Reformed congregation of Huffs Union Church. Besides her husband and one son, she is survived by a second son, Frank L. Weller, Boyertown; 17 grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Schwenk Funeral Home, Boyertown, with continued services in Huffs Union Church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, December 3, 1955, page 20. Submitted by Jerri.]

Nester, Warren C.

Warren C. Nester, 5537 Route 873, Schnecksville, formerly of Tamaqua and Lynnport, died Wednesday at his home. Born in Albany Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Robert and Bertha Leibensberger Nester. He was employed in the maintenance department of the former Kutztown Foundry, Kutztown, for 40 years, retiring in 1986. He was a member of Salem Bible Fellowship Church, Lehighton; Lynnport Fire Company; Walnutport, Schnecksville, Woodlawn and Keen Agers senior citizens of Laury's Station. Surviving are his wife, the former Arlene M. Hoppes, to whom he was married 46 years; a son, Dennis W., Tamaqua; a stepdaughter, Darlene G. Matthias, Allentown; a brother, Russell, Kutztown; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday from Robert S. Nester Funeral Home, Snyders. The Rev. William H. Bartron will officiate. Interment will be in Zion's Union Stone Church Cemetery, RD2 New Ringgold.

Nestler Sr., Paul R.

Nestor, Minerva M. (nee Stauffer)

Mrs. Minerva M. (Stauffer) Nestor, 66, of 319 Furnace St., Topton, wife of Ulysses Nestor, died early Monday morning. Born in Alburtis, a daughter of the late Sassaman and Sallie (Baum) Stauffer, she was a member of the auxiliaries of Ray A. Master Post in Topton, Topton Fire Co., and Reading Hospital. In addition to her husband, she is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Virgie Trexler, Reading; Miss Edna Nestor, at home, and Mrs. Ernest Beiber, Old Zionsville; three sons, Harold, Mertztown R. 1; Arthur, Topton; and Russell, Topton; six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Annie Pfeifel of the Good Shepherd Home, Allentown, and Mrs. Sallie Donahue, Shamrock; and a brother, Sassaman Stauffer Jr., of Guthsville. Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Schofer Funeral Home, Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, June 12, 1956, page 32. Submitted by Jerri.]

Neubauer, Helmut F.

Memorial services were held in St. John's Lutheran Church, Boyertown, for Helmut F. Neubauer, who died of natural causes Feb. 14 in his Martin Avenue, Greenfields residence. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery, Boyertown. He was the husband of Barbara M. (Wingert) Neubauer. Born in Butow, Germany, he was a son of the late Willi D. and Franziska (Schikora) Neubauer. He received a general equivalency diploma from Reading Area Community College. Until retiring in 2002, he was employed in the maintenance department of Polymer Corp., Northmont, for 15 years. Neubauer was a former firefighter and trustee of the Greenfields Fire Company. He was a former assistant scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop 190, Leinbachs. Neubauer was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Boyertown. Also surviving are a daughter, Lisa M. Neubauer, Reading, and a son, Mark S. Neubauer, Naperville, Ill. Other survivors include a sister, Erika A. (Neubauer) Hoffman, Pottstown, and four brothers: Siegfried K. Neubauer, Boyertown; Arnold B. Neubauer, West Grove, Chester County; Joachim H. Neubauer, Skowhegan, Maine; and Adalbert H. Neubauer, Cochranville, Chester County. The L.W. Ott Funeral Home, Boyertown, was in charge of arrangements.

Neubold, Mary A. (nee Christman)

Mrs. Mary A., nee Christman, Neubold, died Tuesday night at her home, Weiss St., Topton, in her 80th year. She was the daughter of the late Charles and Sarah, nee Koch, Christman. Her husband, the late Moses Neubold, preceded her in death several years ago. She was a member of the Christ Reformed church in Bowers. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Claude Eltz, at home; two brothers, Charles Christman, Gilbertsville, and William Christman, Maxatawny; two grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Rev. Franklin Slifer will officiate at services on Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Schofer funeral home, 107 Main St., Topton. Interment will be in the Union Cemetery in Topton.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, February 3, 1944, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Neubold, Moses

Death terminated a lengthy illness from complications from which Moses Neubold, 67, Topton, painting contractor, passed away Friday night at 10.45 o'clock. A son of the late Moses and Anna Maria, nee Kercher, deceased was a native of Longswamp but had lived at Topton for a number of years. There survive his widow, Mrs. Mary, nee Christman, Neubold, a foster daughter, Mrs. Claude Eltz, a sister, Mrs. Lucy Bobst, of Topton, and three grand children. Fraternally Mr. Neubold was affiliated with the P.O.S. of A. And Knights of Friendship of Topton. During his lifetime he took an active interest in congregation affairs and was a faithful member of Christ Reformed church at Bowers. Funeral services will be held Thursday from his late home, Weiss street, Topton, at 2 p.m., in charge of Rev. Dr. George B. Smith and Rev. William L. Meckstroth. Interment will be made in Union cemetery, Topton. J. J. Schofer and Son, funeral directors of Topton, are in charge.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, April 20, 1930, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Neuin, Lizzie Esther (nee Epting)

Lizzie Esther Epting, wife of Joseph Oliver Neuin and daughter of Mahlon W. Epting and wife, Eva Catharine Stump, born March 28, 1894, U. Tulpehocken Twp., Berks, Co., was baptized April 29, 1894, by Rev. W. W. Kramlich, and confirmed in Zion Church, Strausstown, Pa., by Rev. O. E. Pflueger. On December 23, 1911, she married Joseph O. Neuin, by Rev. Amandus Leiby. This union was blessed with three boys, only one living. She died on Thursday, Dec. 17, 1931, in Wyomissing, Pa., at the age of 37 years, 8 months and 18 days, and is survived by her husband, one son, her parents, two brothers and five sisters. She was buried on December 22, with services in the home in Reading and Zion Church, Strausstown, and burial in the adjoining cemetery.

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

Neuin, Merlin Calvin

Merlin Calvin, son of Walter Neuin and wife, Stella (nee Neischwender), was born March 8, 1931, Strausstown, Pa., and departed this life on Thursday, May 7, 1931, in their home at the age on one month and 29 days. He is survived by his father, mother, one brother, two sisters, and grandfather Neuin. The funeral was held May 8, with all services in the home and burial in Zion Church Cemetery.

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

Neumoyer, Lizzie V. (nee Wean)

Admitted to the Allentown hospital Sunday afternoon, Mrs. Lizzie V. Neumoyer, 62, Macungie, succumbed to pneumonia early yesterday. Daughter of the late John and Ella M., nee Moyer, Wean, she was born in District township, Berks county. She was a member of the Mertztown church, Lutheran congregation. Her husband, George Neumoyer, died 18 months ago and a daughter predeceased her seven years ago. Surviving are: a son, Charles, Catasauqua; three brothers, John Wean, Emmaus; Reuben Wean, Pottstown; Herbert Wean, Reading; one sister, Mrs. Fred Seidel, Reading; six grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 308 E. Main St., Macungie, Thursday at 2 p.m. with interment in the Macungie Fairview cemetery. The Rev. William Dry will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, February 13, 1940, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Neumoyer, Susanna (nee Sittler)

Mrs. Susanna (Sittler) Neumoyer, widow of Daniel Neumoyer, died from the effects of a stroke of apoplexy at 7:30 Thursday morning at the home of her son, George J. Neumoyer, near Macungie. She was aged 78 years, 4 months and 19 days. Mrs. Neumoyer was ailing for about a year, yet was able to get around and had retained all her faculties. She arrived at the home of her son on Sunday for a visit, and the following day she suffered a stroke which rendered her helpless. She was bedfast four days. Deceased was born in Maxatawny township, Berks county, a daughter of the late David and Uma (Gresimer) Sittler. Her husband preceded her in death nineteen years ago. Three children have also passed away. Two sons survive: George J. Neumoyer, of Macungie; and William J. Neumoyer, of Wilkes-Barre. One brother, James Sittler, of this city; four grandchildren and six great grandchildren also survive. Mrs. Neumoyer was a member of the Lutheran congregation of the Mertztown church. Funeral services will be held on Monday afternoon at the home of her son George, near Macungie, with continued services in the Mertztown church and burial in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. William Drey will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, September 17, 1926, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Neusch, Erwin

Erwin Neusch, 1099 Easton Rd., Hellertown, died Tuesday night in St. Luke's Hospital. He was born in Strassburg, Germany, March 26, 1866. He was a former resident of Topton where he was a foreman of the woodcarving department of the DeLong Furniture Company. He was preceded in death by his wife, Justina (Schaffer) Neusch, in 1908, and by a daughter, Mrs. Elsie Finady, in October, 1952. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Charles Minnich, Coopersburg; five sons, Erwin, White Plains, N.Y.; Edmond, Sayre; Henry, Topton; Eugene, Hellertown, and Emil, with whom he resided. Nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren also survive.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, December 18, 1952, page 34. Submitted by Jerri.]

Neusch, Hilda M.

Retired Topton area teacher Memorial services will be held April 25, 2 p.m., in Grace Lutheran Church, Topton, for Hilda M. Neusch, formerly of Topton, who died April 8 in the Henry Health Care Center of the Lutheran Home at Topton, where she had resided since Jan. 30, 1999. Burial will be private in Hope Cemetery, Dryville. She was predeceased by her husband, Henry G. Neusch, who died on May 13, 1985. Born in Rockland Township, she was a daughter of the late Alan S. and Sarah C. (Scheidt) Angstadt. She was a graduate of Kutztown Normal School, and continued her education at Penn State University and University of Pennsylvania. Until retiring in 1968, she was employed as a first-grade teacher in the Topton and Brandywine Heights school districts for 35 years. Surviving is a nephew, the Rev. Lee Angstadt, Boyertown. The Ludwick Funeral Home, Topton, was in charge of arrangements.

Newhard, Catherine (nee Bauer)

Catherine, widow of Henry Newhard, died at her residence, Main street, Siegersville, on Monday, of pneumonia, aged 64 years. Mrs. Newhard was a daughter of Jonas and Elvina (nee Schmoyer) Bauer, and was born in Longswamp, Berks county. She is survived by one son, William, of Siegersville, and one brother, Victor Bauer, of Allentown. Funeral services will be held on Friday afternoon at 1:45 o'clock at the deceased's late residence at Siegersville. Interment will be made in Greenwood cemetery, Allentown. Reverends Guth and Semmel will officiate.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, February 16, 1926, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Newhard, Sallie E. (nee Frederick)

Mrs. Sallie E. Newhard, nee Frederick, died unexpectedly at her home, 331 N. 10th St., on Tuesday, Dec. 16. She was the widow of Harry F. Newhard, who died 13 years ago, and who had been in the white goods departments of both Hess Brothers and Zollinger and Harned Co. department stores for many years. Born in Longswamp Township, she was the daughter of the late Jacob and Elizabeth (Butz) Frederick. She had lived in Allentown practically all her life and was a member of Salem Reformed church. Surviving are three daughters, Mildred, wife of Judge John Diefenderfer, Bethlehem, Mrs. Ruth Motter and Mary, both of Allentown; a son Earl, Allentown; seven grandchildren and a sister, Mrs. Ida Everett, Allentown.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, December 17, 1947, page 10. Submitted by Jerri.]

Newkirk, James Howard

NEWKIRK On the morning of the 2_th [26th or 28th] inst., James Howard Newkirk, son of the late Capt. Geo. Newkirk, aged 31 years, 3 months and 20 days. The relatives and friends of the family, also the painters at the P. & R. shops, Juniata Tribe of the Improved Order of Red Men, and Junior fire company, are invited to attend the funeral on Monday afternoon, Dec. 31, at 1 oclock, at the residence of his mother, 239 Orange street. Services at the house. Interment at Charles Evans cemetery.

Newkirk, J. Howard

The funeral of J. Howard NEWKIRK was largely attended this afternoon, from the residence of his mother, 239 Orange street. Rev. Dr. C. F. McCauley conducted services. The remains reposed in a handsome walnut casket heavily silver mounted. The floral tributes were profuse and handsome. A number of the employees of the P. & R. paint department of the car shops attended the funeral and the bearers consisting of George YOUNG, William EBY, James FOREMAN and George SMITH were selected from them. Juniata Tribe of the Improved Order of Red Men, and the Junior fire company were represented by delegations. Interment was made in Charles Evans cemetery, John Henninger, undertaker.

Newman, Henry

Newmoyer, Daniel

Last Thursday the remains of Daniel Newmoyer, of Farmington, Berks county, were laid to rest at the Mertztown church. Deceased was sick for some time with Bright's disease and dropsy and brought his age to almost 69 years. He was a son of the late Jacob Newmoyer and his wife, of near this place. He was a well-known and respected man, a carpenter by trade. He is survived by his wife, Susan, nee Sitler, two sons, George, of near Alburtis, and William, of Wilkes-Barre, as also four brothers, John, Jacob, Charles and Adam, all of Macungie, and two sisters, Mrs. John Rehder, of Philadelphia, and Mrs. J. K. Frankenfield, also town. The brothers acted as pallbearers. Rev. F. K. Berndt was the officiating clergyman.

[Source: Macungie Progress, Thursday, December 6, 1906, page 1. Submitted by Jerri.]

Newton, Margery

Margery Newton, 68, of Harbor Springs, Mich., formerly of Quakertown, died Friday, Dec. 20, 2002. Born in New York City, she was the daughter of Thomas B. Kenvin and Elizabeth Graff. She grew up in Quakertown and attended Quakertown schools. She was the wife of Maynard Newton. She was a member of Emmanuel Episcopal Church. In addition to her husband, she is survived by: one daughter, Sarah Newton-Maas; one sister, Natalie Kenvin; three grandchildren. She was predeceased by a son, John Newton.

Ney, Annie M.

Annie M. Ney, 90, of 3187 W. Oak St, Lebanon, died Jan 16 in Good Samaritan Hospital, Lebanon. Her husband, Harry E. Ney, died in 1987. Born in Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Adam and Agnes (Stoudt) Yerger. Ney was employed as a housekeeper by the Gideon Kreider Home, Annville, Lebanon County, until her retirement.

She was a member of Christ United Church of Christ, Annville. Surviving is a son, John A, Lebanon. Other survivors include two sisters, Pauline (Yerger) Blouch, Lebanon, and Herman (Yerger) Merky, Myerstown. There are also four grandchildren. Services will be Saturday at 11 a.m. in Kreamer Funeral Home, Inc, Annville. Burial will be in Grand View Memorial Park, Annville.

Ney, Daniel A.

Ney, Maria

In Upper Tulpehocken, on the 6th inst., Marie, wife of Michael Ney, in the 60th year of her age.

Ney, Mary S.

Services were held for Mary S. Ney, 84, of Boyertown Pike, Exeter Township, who died May 4 in St. Joseph Medical Center, where she had been a patient. Her husband, Eugene C. Ney, died in 1996. Born in Blackwood, Schuylkill County, she was employed as a clerical worker by CNA Insurance Co., Reading, last working in 1991. She was a member of Schwarzwald Lutheran Church, Jacksonwald. Ney is survived by a son, Larry E., Exeter Township, and a daughter, Judy A. (Ney) Laughlin, Phoenixville. Other survivors include a brother and two grandchildren. Burial was in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Reiffton. The Auman Funeral Homes, Reiffton, was in charge of the arrangements.

Nicholas, Sallie Ann (nee Druckenmiller)

Mrs. Sallie Ann Nicholas of 119 S. 13th St., Allentown, widow of Franklin Nicholas, died here at 8:15 a.m. Thursday after a two-week illness. She was 77 years old. Daughter of the late Enos and Elizabeth, nee Desch, Druckenmiller, she was born Oct. 4, 1865, in Hereford township, Berks county. She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran church, and until her illness had been active in the choir. Surviving are three sisters: Mrs. Allen Shimer, Allentown; Mrs. Richard E. Reese, Emmaus, and Mrs. Annie C. Snyder, Emmaus. Rev. D. C. Kaufman will officiate at services to be held at the Ritter and Buzby funeral home, 36-38 S. 5th St., Emmaus, Monday at 2 p.m. Interment in Zion's Lutheran cemetery, Old Zionsville.

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

Nichols, Judith L. (nee Hassler)

Judith L. Nichols, 58, died of natural causes June 9 at 5:18 p.m. in her Alsace Township residence. She was the wife of James Nichols. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Paul and Evelyn (Miller) Hassler. Nichols was a 1964 graduate of Fleetwood High School. She is also survived by a daughter, Denise N. (Dunn) Breidegam, Boyertown; a son, James E. Dunn Jr., Harveys Lake, Luzerne County; and two stepdaughters, Ronda (Nichols) Kline, Girardville, Schuylkill County, and Renee (Nichols) MacDonald, Pottstown. There are also two granddaughters. Services will be Tuesday at 11 a.m. in Christ & Catagnus Funeral Home Inc., Oley. Burial will be in Berks County Memorial Gardens, Maidencreek Township.

Noble, Mildred K.

Services will be held for Mildred Kistler (Rex) Noble, 95, of Warwick Furnace Road, Elverson, who died January 19 in Phoenixville Hospital, where she had been a patient. She was the widow of W. Reeve Noble. Born in Sweitzer, she worked as an elementary school teacher for 18 years at the McKinley School in Birdsboro, the Harmonyville School in Chester County and the Owen J. Roberts School District before retiring in 1971. She was a member of Mount Carmel United Methodist Church in Warwick. Noble was a member of the Elverson Garden Club and the United Methodist Women at Mount Carmel United Methodist Church. She was a past member of the choir at Mount Carmel United Methodist Church. Surviving are two daughters, Joanne M. Wells of Douglassville and Elizabeth J. Wells of Pottstown; three grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Contributions may be made to Mount Carmel United Methodist Church Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 263, St. Peter's, PA 19470. A viewing will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday in the Mount Carmel United Methodist Church on Harmonyville Road in Warwick. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Burial will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery. The arrangements are being handled by the Dengler Funeral Home, Birdsboro.

Noble, Robert E.

Robert E. Noble, 91, of 5917 Heritage Drive, Groveland, Fla., formerly of Sinking Spring, died Tuesday at Westminster Care of Claremont Fla. Born in Mahanoy City, he was a son of the late Robert E. Sr. and Susanna Watkins Noble. He had been employed 45 years by the former Textile Machine Works, now Goss Graphic Systems, Wyomissing, retiring in 1972. He was a member of First Baptist Church, Reading. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Alice J. Boyer. Surviving are his wife, the former Luella M. White; a granddaughter; a great-grandson. Services will be 11 a.m. Monday from Auman Funeral Home, Reading. Entombment will be in Pleasant View Cemetery Mausoleum, Spring Township, Berks County.

Noecker, Elizabeth M.

Elizabeth M. Noecker, 83, Sinking Spring, died July 6 at 10:42 a.m. in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient two weeks. Her husband, Donald H.R. Noecker, died July 16, 1993. Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Joseph C. Smith and Edna M. (Brey) Shirey. Surviving is a sister, Kathryn P. (Smith) Hart, Reading. Services will be Saturday at 10 a.m. in Lamm & Witman Funeral Home Inc., Wernersville. Burial will be in Sinking Spring Cemetery.

Noecker, Emily Rebecca

Noecker - in Centre, January 12th, Emily Rebecca, daughter of Samuel H. and Matilda Noecker, aged 12 years 9 months and 30 days.

Noecker, Florence S.

Services were held in Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Centerport, for Florence S. Noecker, formerly of Dauberville, who died March 10 in St. Joseph Medical Center, where she had been admitted earlier that day. Burial was in Fairview (Belleman's) Cemetery, Centre Township. She resided in Phoebe Berks Health Care Center Inc., Wernersville, for the past eight years. She was predeceased by her husband, Willis P. Noecker, who died Jan. 13, 1976. Born in Greenwich Township, she was a daughter of the late Charles L. and Sallie (Loeb) Dietrich. From 1934 to 1960, Noecker and her husband owned and operated Noecker's Store and Post Office, Dauberville. She also served as a postal clerk in the Dauberville Post Office for 15 years. She was a 50-year member and former sentinel of the Blue Mountain Chapter 443, Order of Eastern Star, Hamburg. Noecker was a member of Salem (Belleman's) Church, Centre Township, where she was a former Sunday School teacher. She is survived by a son, Charles J., Shoemakersville; and a daughter, Helen L. (Noecker) Danenhower, Dauberville. There are seven grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by a son, Karl L. Noecker, in 2000.

Noecker, Kate Maria

Noecker - In Bern, Dec. 12th, Kate Maria, daughter of Franklin and Elizabeth Noecker, aged 6 years, 9 months 11 days.

Noecker, Sophia

Noecker - In Centre, August 15th, Sophia Noecker, aged 68 years, 8 months and 1 day.

Noll, Charles H.

Charles Henry Noll, 81, died Aug. 9 in his residence in Laureldale. He was the husband of Fern Esther (Ibach) Noll. Born in Kutztown, he was a son of the late Harry and Eva I. (Daniels) Noll. Noll was employed for 46 years as a tool and die maker and cold roller by NGK Metals Inc., Muhlenberg Township, last working in the store department until his retirement Dec. 31, 1986. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Noll was a member of Calvary Lutheran Church, Laureldale. He was a life member of the Temple, Central of Laureldale and Goodwill of Hyde Park fire companies. Noll was a life member of Haag Post 378, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Reading. He is also survived by a son, Richard C., Laureldale; and a daughter, Cheryl A. (Noll) Hinson, Avon Park, Fla. Other survivors include a sister, Joyce I. (Noll) Chrisman, Reading. There are three grandchildren and a great-granddaughter. Services will be Saturday at 10 a.m. in the Walter R. Christ Funeral Home Inc., Laureldale. Burial will be in Spies (Zion) Cemetery, Alsace Township.

Noll, Ephraim

Noll-- In this city, No. 728 Court street, on the 12th inst., Ephraim Noll, in the 24th year of his age. The relatives and friends of the family and Sirius Castle, No. 63, K.G.E., are respectfully invited to attend the funeral from his mother's residence in Fleetwood, on Thursday, June 17th, at 9 a.m. Services in the Evangelical church. Interment at the Fleetwood Cemetery.

Noll, Gene D.

Fleetwood - Service for Gene D Noll, 27 of Fleetwood R D 3, a mechanic who was killed yesterday when an automobile fell on him, will be held Monday at 1:30 p.m. in the Mae A Stump Funeral Home here, the Rev George E Herb officiating.

Burial will be made in the Salem (Shalter's) Union Church Cemetery, Temple R D 1.

Noll was working at Village Motors, Walnuttown, when a hoisting hook cut through part of the frame of a car on which he was working. An autopsy at the Reading Hospital showed he died from internal bleeding due to a crushed chest.

Born in Ruscombmanor Township the victim was the son of Urias D and Sarah (Foose) Noll of Fleetwood R D 3.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his widow Judith (Hallman) Noll; a son Michael A, and a daughter Robin L, both at home; five brothers, Marvin A, Dennis D, Donald L., Barry L all of Fleetwood R D 3, and Army Sp 5 Urias R Noll, Zindorf, West Germany.

Five sisters, Arlene E, wife of Benjamin J Forney, Fleetwood R D 2; Linda M, wife of Roy Folk, this borough; Geraldine E, wife of Clarence Folk, Jr, and Dolores J and Gwendolyn F, all of Fleetwood R D 3, his grandmother, Mrs Andora Foose of this borough.

Noll, George R.

Pricetown, May 22 � George R. Noll, this place, died yesterday in St. Joseph's Hospital, aged 71 years. He was a member of Shalter's Church.

Surviving are these children; Mrs. Howard Stitzer, and Charles D. Noll, both of this place; and Mrs. Claude Sweitzer, Fleetwood; these brothers and sisters; Jacob, Reading; Mrs. Martha King, of Reading; Ezra T. R., this place; David U., Ruscombmanor, and Elias Noll.

Funeral Thursday at 2 p.m., in the stump Funeral Home, Fleetwood. Further services in Shalter's Church. Interment in adjoining cemetery.

Noll, Hilda C.

A memorial service was held for Hilda Catherine Noll, 87, of Irish Mountain Road, Alsace Township, who died July 29 in Reading Hospital. She had resided at St. Joseph's Living Center, Hyde Park, since April. Her husband, George H. Noll, died in November. Born in Temple, she was a 1932 graduate of Muhlenberg High School and a 1934 graduate of Kutztown State Teacher's College. She was employed for 26 years as a teacher at Alsace Township Elementary School, retiring in 1976. Surviving is a son, Gerald W., Manassas, Va. Other survivors include two sisters; two grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. The arrangements were handled by the Walter R. Christ Funeral Home Inc., Laureldale.

Noll, John

NOLL -- At Blandon on Oct. 8th, John Noll, aged 89 years, 7 months and 26 days. The relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the funeral without further notice from his late residence, in Blandon, on Wednesday morning at 9-1/2 o'clock. Services and interment at Blandon church.

[Source: Reading Eagle, Sunday, October 10, 1880, p. 4. Submitted by: Marianne.]

Noll, Kathryn E.

Memorial services were held for Kathryn E. Noll, of Fleetwood, in St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Fleetwood. Noll died Jan. 26 in Phoebe Berks Health Care Center Inc., Wernersville. She was predeceased by her husband, Wilson K. Noll, on Nov. 15, 1969. Born in Exeter Township, she was a daughter of the late John and Katie (Scheirer) Lorah. Noll and her husband had co-owned and operated Wilson K. Noll Excavating & Paving, Fleetwood. Noll was a member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Fleetwood. She is survived by a son, Clair W., Fleetwood, and a daughter, Janice M. (Noll) McDonald, Millersville, Md. There are four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Mae A. Stump Funeral Home Inc., Fleetwood, is in charge of arrangements.

Noll, Magdalena (nee Meck)

Mrs. Magdalena Noll, nee Meck, widow of Leander Noll, died of paralysis, Saturday night, shortly before midnight, at her residence on the Hay Road, near Temple, aged 66 years and three months. She had been in ill health for several months and was confined to her bed about two weeks. Deceased was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Spies' Church. There survive three sons and three daughters by a former marriage --- Edwin Lorah, of Friedensburg; William Lorah, this city; Gideon Lorrah, Stony Creek Mills; Mrs. Edwin Stout, Steelton; Mrs. Jacob Barrel, Walnuttown, and Mrs. Samuel Price, of Reading; two sons and a daughter by a second marriage, Ezra Noll, Henry Noll and Mrs. Thomas Heckman, of Temple; two brothers, Alvin Meck, of Temple, and John Meck, of Muhlenberg, and two sisters, Mrs. George Brussler, of Muhlenberg, and Mrs. William Hinnershitz, Alsace.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, December 19, 1906, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Noll, Minnie (nee Freeman)

Mrs. Minnie Noll, of 214 John's St., Schuylkill Haven, died Friday morning at 1:45 in Pottsville Hospital shortly after being admitted. Born in St. Clair, Schuylkill County, she was the daughter if the late Henry and Henrietta (Simons) Freeman. She was the wife of John Noll. She was a member of the First United Church of Christ, Pottsville.

Surviving in addition to her husband are tree sons; Charles and Kenneth, of Pottsville; and Robert of Schuylkill Haven. There are four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

Services will be Monday at 10:30 a.m. from the Bast, Detwiler and Stabingas Funeral Home, Schuylkill Haven. The Rev. Howard R. Radland will officiate. Burial will be in Union Cemetery, Schuylkill Haven.

Noll, Minnie S.

Minnie S. Noll, 71, died in her home at 1415 Mulberry St. Born in Muhlenberg Twp., a daughter of the late Peter R and Mary Ann (Schmehl) Noll, she was a retired hosiery worker. Miss Noll was a member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church and its Missionary Society. She also was a secretary of the ladies' Adult Bible Class of the church school.

Services will be held Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. in the Gibson and Sanders Funeral Home. The Rev. Laurence G Horn officiating. Burial will follow in Shalter's Church Cemetery.

Noll, Samuel M.

Services for Samuel M. Noll, 79, of Conestoga View, Lancaster, will be Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. The Rev. Wallace D. Flood will officiate in the Milkins Funeral Home Inc., Temple. Burial will be in Salem (Shalter's) Cemetery, Alsace Twp.

Noll died Saturday night in the St. Joseph Hospital, Lancaster. Born in Fleetwood, he was a son of the late Elias and Mary (Miller) Noll. His wife Stella M. (Koller) Noll, preceded him in death in July 1972. Surviving are two sons; Herbert L., Leesport and Ralph L., Kutztown; one daughter, Mabel E., wife of George Blessing, Reading; 10 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren. One brother; Eli, Fleetwood, and a sister; Sally, widow of Howard Zimmerman, Fleetwood R.D.3

Noll, Sarah A. (nee Foose)

Sarah A. Noll, 81, of 135 Poplar Rd., Ruscombmanor Twp., died Thursday at 5:23 p.m. in Reading Hospital, where she had been a patient one day. Her husband, Urias D. Noll, died Aug 7, 1976. Born in Ruscombmanor Twp., she was a daughter of the late Horman and Endora (Miller) Foose. Noll was employed 17 years by the former Easco Tools Inc., division of Easco Corp., Reading retiring in 1982.

Surviving are fixe sons; Marvin A, Urias R., Dennis D and Barry L., all of Fleetwood; and Donald L., Stevens, Lancaster Co. Other survivors include five daughters; Arlene E., wife of Benjamin Forney, Geraldine E, wife of Clarence Folk, Jr., Linda M., wife of Roy Folk; Delores J., widow of Daniel Hartman; and Gwendolyn F., wife of Raymond Yarish, all of Fleetwood. Also surviving are two brothers, James and Robert Foose, both of Fleetwood, and a sister, Jenn, wife of Charles Reinert, Mertztown. There are 27 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by as son Gene D. Noll.

Services will be Tuesday at 1 p.m. in Mae A Stump Funeral Home Inc. Fleetwood. Burial will be in Salem (Shalter's) Cemetery, Alsace Twp.

Noll, Susan E.

Newmanstown. Jan. 4--Susan E. (Confare), widow of Isaac Noll, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Frank Gossert, this place, aged 87 years. She was a member of the Evangelical denomination. Besides Mrs. Gossert, two other daughters survive: Mrs. Robert Weik and Mrs. William Alspach, this place.

Funeral, Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Gossert home. Interment in Newmanstown Cemetery, in charge of the Wike Funeral home, of Schaefferstown. (Seidel)

Noll, Theodore A.

Theodore A. Noll, 93, of Green Lane, died Sunday, Oct. 27, 2002 at Pennsburg Manor, Pennsburg. Funeral services were held Nov. 2. Interment was in Holy Cross Cemetery, Pennsburg. He was the husband of the late Winifred A. Noll. Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Theodore and the late Harriett O. Matheson Noll. He worked as a sheet metal worker throughout his entire career, retiring in 1969. He was a parishioner at St. Philip Neri Catholic Church, Pennsburg. He is survived by two nieces and a nephew. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Philip Neri, 1325 Klinerd Road, Pennsburg, PA 18073. Arrangements: Monaghan Funeral Home Inc., Red Hill.

Noll, William R.; Rohrbach, Peter; and Yoder, Irvin K.

Three elderly men were instantly killed and the other three occupants of the automobile had a miraculous escape from the same fate on Saturday at 9.30 a.m. at Hancock, Berks county, a small station just beyond Mertztown, when the automobile of Irvin K. Yoder, of Pikeville, Berks county, operated by his son, Abraham Yoder, was struck by the fast flying new express train No. 93, on the East Penn branch of the Reading Railway.

The dead are: Peter Rohrbach, aged about 50. Irvin K. Yoder, aged 65 years, owner of the car. William R. Noll, aged 59. All were residents of Pike township, between Hill Church and Pikeville, near Boyertown.

The injured are: Sarah A. Rohrbach, wife of Peter Rohrbach. Abraham Yoder, son of the owner of the car. Alice Rohrbach, aged 12 years.

The girl was injured about the limbs, while the other two suffered contusions about the back and shoulders. The impact was so terrific that Mr. Yoder's body was hurled fully 100 feet. He was catapulted against the bracket placed near the station from which the mail bags are taken by passing trains. He struck the bracket with such terrific force that it was bent, and all that was left of the man was a gory mass of flesh. The other two men were hurled in the air, to the height of the telegraph poles about the station, and both were dead when found.

The automobile was cut in two as through it had been struck by a huge knife. The rear part, containing those who were killed, was totally demolished, while the front was left intact.

Irvin K. Yoder is survived by his widow, Sarah A. (nee Herb) and three children, Abraham, Mary and Isaac, at home. Isaac was at Boyertown at the time of the accident loading feed for the farm.

William R. Noll, aged 59 years, who was killed, was a life-long resident of Hill Church and for 40 years organist of the Lutheran congregation of that place. He was prominently known as a violinist. He was on the program for the Rohrbach reunion to which he was bound. He is survived by his widow, America (nee Keller), and these children: Charles W. Noll, Bechtelsville, and expressman at the Boyertown station; Sallie, wife of Elmer Reidenauer, Boyertown; Mary, wife of Amandus Moyer, Boyertown, and Amelia, wife of Charles Dierolf, residing at home.

Peter H. Rohrbach, the third man killed, was a farmer, living at Diener's Dale, near Hill Church. He is survived by his widow, Sarah A. (nee Herb) and six children: William, Warren, Elsie, Viola, Lillie and Alice, all at home. Henry H. Rohrbach, of Fredericksville, is a brother.

It is believed that Abraham Yoder, who was driving the car, became confused when he heard the bell ringing at the crossing, and in his excitement hardly knew whether to proceed or stop and try to get back off the tracks.

The machine was purchased only three weeks ago from William Haas, at Fredericksville. It was a 1914 model. Mr. Yoder had had little experience in operating a car.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, July 9 1916, p. 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Nolt, Eli W.

Services were held in the Mennonite Center Church for Eli W. Nolt, who died Jan. 14 in his Old Bowers Road, Maxatawny Township residence. Burial was in the adjoining church cemetery. He was the husband of Kathryn H. (Gehman) Nolt. Born in East Easl Township, Lancaster County, he was a son of the late Adam B. and Ida (Witmer) Nolt. Until retiring in 1994, he was a self-employed farmer for 40 years. He was also a carriage maker for eight years. Nolt was a member of Groffdale Conference Mennonite Center, Maxatawny Township. Also surviving are a son, Ruben G. Nolt, Kutztown; and two daughters, Sarah G. Nolt, Sarasota, Fla., and Elsie G. (Nolt) Burkholder, Greenwich, Ohio. There are also 12 grandchildren. Other survivors include eight brothers: Aaron W. Nolt, Kutztown; Phares W. Nolt, Shippensburg; Melvin S. Nolt, Wayne S. Nolt and Paul S. Nolt, all of East Earl; Adam S. Nolt, Withee, Wis.; and Allen S. Nolt, Wakarusa, Ind. There are also seven sisters: Mary W. (Nolt) Fox, Penn Yan, N.Y.; Emma W. (Nolt) Martin, Lewisburg; Ella W. (Nolt) Newswanger, Narvon, Lancaster County; Lydia W. Nolt, Sadie S. Nolt and Esther S. Nolt, all of East Earl; and Edith S. (Nolt) Martin, New Holland, Lancaster County. He was predeceased by a son, Jason G. Nolt and a daughter, Hannah G. Nolt, who both died in 1960.

Nolt, Kathryn H.

Services for Kathryn H. Nolt, of Maxatawny Township, were held in Center Mennonite Church. Nolt died of natural causes Feb. 25 in her residence. Burial will be in the cemetery adjoining Center Mennonite Church. She was predeceased by her husband, Eli W. Nolt, on Jan. 14, 2003. Born in West Earl Township, Lancaster County, she was a daughter of the late Peter H. and Elsie E. (Hursh) Gehman. Nolt had worked as a teacher at the Pleasant Hill Mennonite School in Maxatawny Township. She was the owner-operator of Nolt's Fabric Shop. She operated the business out of her residence for 15 years during the 1970s and 1980s. Nolt was a member of the Groffdale Conference of Center Mennonite Congregation, Maxatawny Township. Surviving are a son, Ruben G., with whom she resided; and two daughters, Sara G. Nolt, Sarasota, Fla., and Elsie G. (Nolt) Burkholder, Greenwich, Ohio. There are 12 grandchildren. Also surviving are three brothers: Titus H. Gehman, Newburg, Cumberland County; Henry H. Gehman, Mohnton; and Eli H. Gehman, Aurora, Colo,; and four sisters: Anna H. (Gehman) Wenger, Millersville, Lancaster County; Elizabeth H. (Gehman) Burkholder, Ephrata; Naomi H. (Gehman) Nolt, Mifflinburg, Union County; and Rachel H. (Gehman) Zimmerman, Colorado Springs, Colo. She was predeceased by two children, a son, Jason G., and a daughter, Hannah G. Nolt, both in 1960. Ludwick Funeral Homes Inc., Kutztown, is in charge of arrangements.

Norman, Robert T.

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated in St. John Baptist de la Salle Roman Catholic Church, Shillington, for Robert T. Norman, 83, of Main Street, Leesport, who died May 3 in ManorCare Health Services, Spring Township, where he had resided since Sept. 10, 2002. Burial was in Berks County Memorial Gardens, Maidencreek Township. He was predeceased by his wife, Mary E. (McFadden) Norman, who died in 1952. Born in New York City, he was a son of the late John and Julia (Tisdale) Norman. Until retiring, he was a self-employed accountant for many years in Annapolis, Md. Norman was a World War II Army National Guard veteran and a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars post in Annapolis. He was a college football and basketball referee. In addition to Fern S. Kramer, with whom he resided, he is also survived by six sons: Robert Norman, Anderson, Calif.; William Norman and C. Michael Norman, both of Crownsville, Md.; Richard Norman, Churchtown, Md.; John Norman, Annapolis; and David. M. Norman, Hinton, Va. Also surviving are six daughters: Mary E. (Norman) Colby, Crofton, Md.; Carole (Norman) Hawthorne, Davie, Fla.; Patricia Norman, Lawrence, Kan.; Theresa (Norman) Langford, Grasonville, Md.; Beverly (Norman) Soteros, Spokane, Wash.; and Allyson (Kramer) McKechnie, Shillington. There are also 29 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Other survivors include three sisters, Julia (Norman) Krick, Seattle, Wash.; Kathleen (Norman) Deakyne, Smyrna, Del.; and Eleanor (Norman) Robison, in California. He was predeceased by two daughters, Margaret J. Norman, who died in 2001, and Grace (Norman) Williams, who died in 2002. The Milkins Funeral Home, Temple, was in charge of arrangements.

Norris, John J.

Funeral services were held for John J. Norris, 96, of Unionville Road, Douglassville, who died June 11 in the Sanatoga Center. He was the widower of Miriam (Yocum) Norris. Born in Huntington County, he was employed by the former Flaggs Fittings Co., Stowe, he also farmed and operated a saw mill before retiring from Waynes Feed where he worked as a truck driver. He was a member of the Coventry Church of the Brethren. Surviving are two sons, Russell H. Norris and Donald W. Norris, both of Douglassville, seven grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter. He was preceded in death by one son; a sister and a brother. Contributions may be made to the Coventry Church of the Brethren, 946 Keen Road, Pottstown, PA 19465. Burial was in the Temple Methodist Cemetery. The arrangements were handled by the Houck & Gofus Funeral Home, Pottstown.

North, Robert R.

Robert R. North, 74, died April 29 in his Newmanstown, Lebanon County, residence. Born in Newmanstown, he was a son of the late Russell M. and Edith M. (Snyder) North. North had been employed for 40 years by North American Refractories Co., Womelsdorf. He was a member of Millcreek Lutheran Church, Newmanstown. North was a Marine Corps veteran of the Korean War. He is survived by two brothers, Lewis H., Richland, Lebanon County, and Kenneth E., Newmanstown. Graveside services will be Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. in Millcreek Memorial Cemetery, Newmanstown. Clauser Funeral Home Inc., Schaefferstown, Lebanon County, is in charge of arrangements.

Northeimer, Stella (nee Ludwig)

Rev. Dr. J.F. Moyer, pastor of the Frist Reformed Church, delivered an impressive sermon at the funeral of Stella, daughter of Peter and Amanda Ludwig and wife of James Northeimer, held from her home, 405 Lancaster Avenue, Oakbrook. The services were largely attended. The body of the deceased was attired in a cream eiderdown kimona, covered with a cream blanket, trimmed with baby blue silk, and reposed in a square-cornered oak casket. Interment was made in Aulenbach's cemetery. Undertaker Cramp had charge. Among the floral tributes were: Blanket, husband and children; pillow, inscribed, "Too Soon," husband; wreath and roses, father and mother; design, brother Harry and family; broken heart, nephews; wreath, sister Mamie and leroy; sweet peas, children; roses, parents; sweet peas, Mr. and Mrs. Levan; spray, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Northeimer; spray of 30 carnations, National Letter Carriers' Association.

Norton, Pearson H.

Noss, Franklin J.

A graveside service was held for Franklin J. Noss, 65, of Reading, who died April 28 in the Spruce Manor, Reading. Born in Congo, he was a machinist for the Bally Block Corp. in Bally. He was a lifetime member of the Gilbertsville Fire Co., the Gabelsville Athletic Association and the Pike Township Sportsman's Association. He was also a member of the Goodwill Fire Co., Bally, the Keystone Fire Co., Bechtelsville and the American Legion, Boyertown. Noss is survived by a son, Michael Noss of Boyertown; two daughters, Sandra Moore, Pottstown and Marjorie Tonsil, Reading. Also, a sister, Beatrice Reppert of Gilbertsville; five grandchildren; and five stepgrandchildren. He was preceded in death by two brothers, one sister and two stepbrothers. Services were held in Limerick Garden of Memories. The arrangements were handled by the Catagnus Funeral Home, Pottstown.

Nunemacher, Lewis M.

Nunemacher - in Shartlesville, on August 28th, Lewis M., son of Benjamin and Salesa (Miller) Nunemacher, aged 9 years, 6 months and 28 days.

Nunemacher, Maria

Nunemacher--Aug. 20, Maria Nunemacher, widow of Michael H. Nunemacher, dec'd, at the age of 79 years, 8 months, and 21 days. The funeral will take place on Tuesday, Aug. 25th at 9:30 o'clock in the forenoon, from the late residence of deceased, No. 122 South 2d street, to proceed to Charles Evans cemetery. Services at the house. Relatives and friends of the family are respectfully invited to attend.

Nunnemacher, Elizabeth (nee Blatt)

Nunnemacher - in Upper Bern, on May 28th, Elizabeth, widow of the long deceased John Nunnemacher, and daughter of Frederick and Christina (Alspach) Blatt, aged 72 years, 1 month 12 days. She leaves 4 children, 11 grandchildren, 2 great-grand children, and 3 brothers.

Nuss, Anna

Anna Nuss, one of this city's oldest residents, died yesterday shortly after noon at the Sacred Heart hospital where she had been a patient for the past week. She was in her 84th year and for the past year had been a patient in the Spring House hospital for illness incident to old age. Not responding to treatment, she was transferred to the local hospital Saturday of last week, but in vain. Miss Nuss was born in Hereford township, Berks county, a daughter of the late Daniel and Hannah, nee Weidner, Nuss. When twenty years of age, she came to this city where she took up her residence with friends. She was an adept at housework and passed her time doing that duty while residing in this city. She lately resided with Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Geho, 613 New street. She was never married and lived her spinsterhood life in contentment. She was a member of the Twelfth Street Baptist church. Funeral services will be held on Thursday at the twelfth Street Baptist church, Twelfth and Oak streets, at 1.30 p.m. Interment will be made in the Upper Milford Evangelical cemetery.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Sunday, October 17, 1926, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Nuss, E. Kenneth

E. Kenneth "Red" Nuss, 98, formerly of Hamburg, died May 18 at 1:45 a.m. in the Laurel Center Genesis Elder Care, Tilden Township, where he had resided since Nov. 18. His wife, Evelyn M. (Fink) Nuss, died July 30, 1988. Born in Boyertown, he was a son of the late William and Rosa (Stear) Nuss. Nuss was employed from 1935 to 1942 as a mechanic by Gambler & Geiringer Public Service Garage, Hamburg, and was last employed by Hahn Motors, Hamburg, retiring in 1972. He was a member of the First United Church of Christ, Hamburg. There are no immediate survivors. Services will be Saturday at 1:30 p.m. in the Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg. Burial will be in St. John's Cemetery, Hamburg.

Nuss, Lillie V. (nee Ettinger)

Mrs. Lillie V. (Ettinger) Nuss, widow of Alvin Nuss, of 108 W. 2nd St., Alburtis, died Sunday in Allentown Osteopathic Hospital. She was 84. Born in Longswamp Township, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Jonas and Clarissa (Rabenold) Ettinger. She was a member of the Lutheran congregation of Zion Lehigh Church, Alburtis, and pianist for Christ Union Chapel in Alburtis. She is survived by several nephews and nieces. Services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday in Zions Lehigh Church. Viewing will be 7-8 p.m. tomorrow in the Earl A. Trexler Funeral Home, 25 E. Weiss St., Topton, and 12:30-2 p.m. Thursday in the church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Tuesday, February 21, 1961, page 18. Submitted by Jerri.]

Nuss, Percival Buennos

Percival Buennos Nuss, retired Alburtis school teacher, passed away at the home of his son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Frederick W. Adams, E. 2nd St., Alburtis, Thursday night. Complication was given as the cause of his death, at the age of 77 years. Born in Hereford township, Berks county, he was the son of the late James and Catharine (nee Weidner) Nuss. He was actively associated with the spiritual, civic and fraternal life of the community. Mr. Nuss was a member of the Union Sunday school at Alburtis, having at one time served as superintendent. He was a member of the Reformed wing of Lehigh church near Alburtis and held the position of elder and deacon a few years ago. Fraternally he was associated with Washington camp, No. 197, P.O.S. of A. Of Alburtis, the F.P.A. of Alburtis and Toxelox tribe of Independent Order of Red Men of Alburtis. He was a school teacher in Lower Macungie township and Alburtis schools for 49 years. A daughter, Mrs. Frederick Adams, and three grandchildren survive. Rev. William O. Wolford and Rev. Carl Neudoerfer will officiate at short services from his late home, Front St., Alburtis on Tuesday at 1.30 p.m. Continued services will be held in Lehigh church near Alburtis with interment in the cemetery adjoining. Friends may call on Monday from 7 to 9 p.m.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, December 19, 1936, page 5. Submitted by Jerri.]

Nuss, Zephania C.

Zephania C. Nuss, an aged and highly respected resident of this city, died at his home, 543 Park street, at 12:15 o'clock Wednesday morning following a stroke of apoplexy suffered six weeks ago. He was 63 years, 1 month and 23 days. Mr. Nuss was born in Hereford township, Berks county. He came to this city twelve years ago and made a host of friends. He was a member of the Alburtis Lodge and of Longswamp Reformed church. Mr. Nuss worked for his son, Percy S. Nuss, the vulcanizer. Besides his widow, Catherine, nee Butz, he leaves two sons, Percy S., this city, and Eugene of Ballietsville. Ten grandchildren and two sisters, Mrs. H. D. Miller, of Egypt, and Mrs. Frank Heist, this city, also survive.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Thursday, June 19, 1924, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Nutz, Raymond

A cerebral hemorrhage resulted in the death at 11 p.m. Thursday of Raymond Nutz, 45, of Schofers. He died at the Allentown hospital two hours after he had been admitted there for medical treatment. A carpenter by trade, in which occupation, he had been engaged until a few days ago, he lived in the neighborhood of Kutztown almost all of his life. He was a member of the Maxatawny Lutheran church, Maxatawny, and the woodmen lodge of Kutztown. Surviving him are his wife, Rosa, nee Bailey; his father, Edwin, who was living with him; one sister, Mrs. Paul Haas, Breinigsville; two daughters, Mrs. Harold Kemp, Kutztown, and Mrs. Harold Siegfried, at home, and one grandchild. Funeral services will be held from his late home on Monday afternoon. Interment will be made in the cemetery adjoining his church.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Saturday, July 17, 1937, page 8. Submitted by Jerri.]

Nutze, Susan (nee Trump)

Susan (Trump) Nutze, widow of Edwin Nutze, passed away Thursday morning at her home, 510 N. Dauphin St., at the age of 87 years. Her death ended a long illness. Mrs. Nutze was born in Maxatawny township, Berks county, a daughter of the late Charles and Elizabeth Trump. She was Reformed by faith. Her husband passed away in 1896. Surviving are three daughters: Mrs. Walter Thornburg, Port Carbon; Mrs. Moore Creasy, Nescopeck; Mrs. Ralph Warner, Berwick; and two sons, Charles and James, both of this city. Arrangements for the services will be made today.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Friday, October 2, 1936, page 7. Submitted by Jerri.]

Nuver, Gertrude M. (nee Seisholtz)

Mrs. Gertrude M. Nuver, 83, of Mertztown R. 1, died Sunday in Allentown Hospital. She was the widow of Joseph C. Nuver. Born in Harlem, Berks County, she was a daughter of the late Adam and Dianna (Gregory) Seisholtz. She was a member of Zion Lehigh Lutheran Church, Alburtis R. 1. Surviving are a daughter, Evelyn M., wife of Lawrence Ruhf, with whom she resided; a son, Arthur E., of Macungie R. 1; a sister, Mrs. Florence Lane, of Long Island, N.H., and eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Services will be at the convenience of the family. There will be no calling hours. The Trexler Funeral Home, 1625 Highland St., Allentown, is in charge of arrangements.

Funeral Notice (p. 32): Age at death = 83 years, 8 months, 6 days. Burial location not mentioned.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Monday, June 13, 1977, page 12. Submitted by Jerri.]

Nyce, Ella

Ella, wife of Harry E. Nyce, at her home, 411 Green Terrace, at 5:20 A.M., Feb.2nd. Funeral on Monday at 2p.m. Services at the house. Internment private at Charles Evans Cemetery.

[Source: Reading Eagle, February 22, 1894. Submitted by: Submitted by Michelle.]

Nye, Jason P.

Jason P. Nye, 18, of 300 Justa Road, Hamburg, died Friday afternoon at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown area, as a result of a motor vehicle accident. Born in Pottsville, Feb. 14, 1981, he was a son of David J. Nye, Orwigsburg and Grace E. Reed Gibson, Hamburg, with whom he last resided. He would have been a senior at Hamburg Area High School in the fall. He was employed for three years as a grill man at Wendy's Restaurant, Tilden Township, Berks County. Surviving in addition to his parents are his stepfather, Glenn M. Gibson, Hamburg, with whom he resided; two brothers, Galen C. Nye, Hamburg and Eric S. Nye, Orwigsburg; a stepbrother, Scott A. Gibson, Hamburg; a stepsister, Sue A. Markish, Schuylkill Haven; maternal grandfather, Harry M. Reed, Lebanon; paternal grandmother, Anna S. Nye, Schuylkill Haven. A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday at Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg.

Nyquist, Stanley

Stanley Nyquist, 47, manager of Catasauqua's Savoy theater, died last night at his home, 419 St. John St., Catasauqua. He had been in ill health for several months. Born in Dover, Del., he was a son of Theodore and Ida (Collums) Nyquist. A resident of Reading for many years, he was a graduate of Reading High school where he starred on the school basketball team. He operated motion picture theaters in Reading and Boyertown before coming to Catasauqua 13 years ago. He was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran church, Reading. Surviving are his wife, Margaret (Miltenberger) Nyquist, at home; his parents; one brother, Theodore, Jr.; and one sister, Eva, wife of Paul Leitzel, all of Reading.

[Source: Allentown Morning Call, Wednesday, June 30, 1948, page 6. Submitted by Jerri.]

Obituaries, Death Notices, and Funeral Notices - N

Nabozny, Marie Elmira

Nace, Anna

Nace, Catherine

Nace, Ellen

Nace, Hannah

Nachtrich, Daniel

Nachtrich, Daniel

Nachtrieb, Charles S.

Naftzger, Elmira H.

Naftzger, Elmira H. (nee Griffe)

Naftzinger, Joseph H.

Naftzinger, Juriah Polly

Naftzinger, Roger S.

Naftzinger, Walter C.

Nagel, Barbara Anna

Nagle, Anna D. (nee Rieter)

Nagle, Augustus A.

Nagle, Charles F.

Nagle, Dorothy K.

Nagle, Elsie N.

Nagle, Harriet E.

Nagle, John F.

Nagle, Norman L.

Nagle, Sarah (nee Roland)

Nailon, Joseph P.

Nally, Patrick

Napoli, Sebastian

Nase, Children of Harvey

Nase, Jacob

Nase, Willard R.

Nash, Kenneth W.

Nathe, Anthony

Nathe, Anthony

Natzinger, Catharine (nee Althouse)

Naugle, Ruth N.

Naus, Irma J. (nee Heffner)

Nawrocki, Catherine C.

Naylor, Lillie V.

Neal, Sarah

Nedzia, Kathryn

Neff, Alfred G.

Neff, Anna M.

Neff, George

Neider, Dorothy J.

Neiheiser, James A.

Neiman, Aquilla

Neiman, Betty Lou

Neiman, James

Neiman, Osias

Neimeyer, Joyce L.

Nein, Beulah L.

Nein, Elizabeth P.

Nein, Jennie E. (nee Dautrich)

Nein, Samuel Noll

Nein, Samuel R.

Nein, Woodrow

Neischwender, Regina Diana

Neischwender, William

Nester, Catherine

Nester, Gideon M.

Nester, Harvey L.

Nester, Harvey N.

Nester, Henry

Nester, Irene Y.

Nester, Jacob E.W.

Nester, Karl E.

Nester, Martha H.

Nester, Minnie (nee Koller)

Nester, Nora R. (nee Landis)

Nester, Mrs. Philip

Nester, Warren C.

Nestler Sr., Paul R.

Nestor, Minerva M. (nee Stauffer)

Neubauer, Helmut F.

Neubold, Mary A. (nee Christman)

Neubold, Moses

Neuin, Lizzie Esther (nee Epting)

Neuin, Merlin Calvin

Neukirch, John